Lipika has completed her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) at Yorkville University. Lipika has also completed her Bachelor’s degree in human and social development, specializing in child and youth care at the University of Victoria. Lipika also received a diploma in Early Childhood Education from Island University. Lipika has been working in the field of social work with individuals with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges for the last 15 years. Lipika believes in a collaborative, strength based approach, which honours each clients unique needs. She understands the importance of providing clients with a safe, non-judgmental and supportive environment. Lipika is passionate about walking alongside others in their wellness journey and is excited to join the ProMentality team.

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Raaj is excited to join the ProMentality team as an intern. Currently completing her Master’s in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University, Raaj brings both academic knowledge and practical experience to her role. Raaj’s professional journey began in child protection, where she worked as a social worker dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of children and families. This role not only honed her skills in crisis intervention and support but also deepened her understanding of the complex emotional and psychological needs of individuals at various stages of life. At ProMentality, Raaj is eager to extend her expertise and passion for mental health to a broader client base. Her approach is client-centred and empathetic, focusing on creating a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard and understood. She believes in the power of collaborative healing and is committed to helping clients navigate their challenges and achieve their personal goals.

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Jo, MACP, CCC. Jo joined the ProMentality team with years of experience as a helper. Jo holds a Bachelor of Arts majoring in psychology from the University of Winnipeg, where he also completed a teaching degree. Foundational to his success in teaching is listening to the concerns of students and facilitating pathways for their success. As a former athlete and long-time coach, Jo understands how to enhance performance in sport and life. While he completed a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) from Yorkville University, Jo is growing aware of his positivity, caring, and capability to be strategic and resourceful on behalf of his clients. Jo is oriented to select from constructivist strains of psychotherapy, including Adlerian, Narrative, and Solution Focused approaches and carries humility and curiosity that allows for exploration from the client’s perspective. Jo is considerate of spiritual matters with a degree in Christian Studies from what is now Canadian Mennonite University. Jo is pursuing formal education in Marriage and Family Counselling, having previously worked alongside couples in a mentorship capacity. Jo is empathetic, encouraging, and grateful. Jo’s work ethic, imagination, and interpersonal skills make him ready for therapeutic relationships through ProMentality.

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Kirsten is currently completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) degree at Yorkville University. She holds a Bachelor of Education from UBC and has worked as an elementary school teacher for over nine years. Kirsten embraces a person-centred, holistic approach that is strengths-based and trauma-informed. She connects to clients with warmth and acceptance, acknowledging each person’s courage and ability to overcome challenges. Kirsten is passionate about the healing benefits of nature and has completed advanced training in nature-assisted therapy. She has also completed Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) skills training. Her interests also include mindfulness, Narrative Therapy, and Emotion Focused Therapy. Kirsten is thrilled to join ProMentality and is honoured to support clients in their healing journey. She strives to empower clients with tangible tools to bring about the changes they’re looking for.

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Yoojin is currently completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) at Yorkville University. She brings a unique blend of over 20 years of experience as a clinical pharmacist, having earned her Bachelor of Pharmacy from Otago University in New Zealand in 2002. Currently working at BC Cancer, Yoojin’s role has provided her with deep insights into healthcare, where she has worked with individuals facing a wide range of health challenges. Her passion lies in supporting individuals through counseling, where she integrates her healthcare background with a compassionate approach to mental wellness. She uses a variety of therapeutic modalities tailored to meet the unique needs of her clients, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy. Yoojin is empathetic and client-centered approach empowers individuals to navigate life’s challenges and foster personal growth in a supportive and non-judgmental space.

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Krysia has completed her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University and is excited to start work at ProMentality. Her background has been sports based but she also has experience working with individuals with autism and other developmental issues such as ADHD and FASD due to her prior work as a respite provider and behavioral interventionist. Through this work she has coached and counselled a variety of diverse individuals of all ages with different traumas, anxieties, depression and stressors.

She has Dialectical Behavioral Therapy training and will complete an EMDR certification by the end of summer 2024. She uses a holistic, client-centered approach and pulls on many different therapeutic modalities depending on client need and preference. She is warm and accepting and hopes to collaborate with her clients in finding the right solutions for them. She will also provide an open ear for those who wish to just talk.

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Chantal completed her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) degree at Yorkville University. She holds a B.Sc Psychology from the University of British Columbia and has over 10 years of experience working in church ministry with individuals and families of diverse backgrounds, with a focus on youth, young adults, and adults. Chantal utilizes a biopsychosocial approach to counselling and has trained in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT). She is soon to complete training in Compassion-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CF-CBT) and Assessing and Managing Suicide Risk (AMSR) for individual counselling, as well as Gottman method for couples and family counselling.

Chantal’s approach to counselling is collaborative, strength-based, person-centered, and culturally sensitive. She recognizes the importance of maintaining a warm, nonjudgmental, and supportive space for clients to feel safe and empowered. Counselling sessions will be tailored to the client’s needs and goals to ensure each client receives appropriate support and care.

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Carleigh is completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) at Yorkville University. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care, with a specialization in child welfare at the University of the Fraser Valley. Carleigh brings over 10 years of related experience including, working in child protection and working in schools with students K-12, supporting their social and emotional needs. She utilizes a person-centered approach, while also incorporating DBT, CBT and Solution-Focused methods. Carleigh’s experience as a soccer coach ignited a passion for sport psychology and she believes working with young athletes is a privilege and supporting them is an area that she is also excited to expand in. She is very happy to join ProMentality and is looking forward to meeting and supporting new clients in their journeys.

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Parsa joins the team at ProMentality with a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from the City University of Seattle and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Thompson Rivers University, He has a blend of professional expertise with a warm, compassionate approach to therapy.

Throughout his career as a Family Support Worker and Family Enhancement Counsellor, he has helped many individuals and families navigate through tough times, whether they are dealing with anxiety, depression, or significant life changes. Parsa’s goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where you can share your story and find your path to healing.

He deeply understands the impact of trauma and life challenges and uses empathy and active listening to guide his therapeutic approach. Fluent in both English and Farsi, he will offer culturally sensitive care to a diverse range of clients. His commitment to staying updated with the latest therapeutic techniques ensures you receive the best support possible.

If you’re seeking a therapist who combines professional knowledge with heartfelt care, Parsa is here for you. Together, you can work towards your healing and growth.

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Sahar, MACP, RCC Sahar is currently completing her MACP at Yorkville University and excited to join the team at Promentality! She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Simon Fraser University focusing on interpersonal relationships. Sahar is trained in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and currently completing her diploma in Grief and Bereavement, and Domestic Abuse and Violence Awareness. Her approach to counselling is through warmth and acceptance, while also providing the necessary tools and skills to allow the client to take the lead.

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Maria has completed her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) degree at Yorkville University. Her background is in medicine with a bachelor’s degree in medicine and surgery (MBBS). This experience allowed her to work with the biomedical model and strengthened her belief in the biopsychosocial model. Maria aligns with the humanistic and person-centered approach. She is empathic, compassionate, views clients to be the experts of their lives, and aims to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients. She is in the process of completing DBT skills training. She plans on completing further training in DBT and CBT. She is excited to be a part of the ProMentality team and wishes to work in collaboration with her clients to support and empower them by providing them with the necessary skills.

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Jewel is currently completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) at Yorkville University. Jewel received her Bachelor of Arts - Psychology degree from Simon Fraser University. She has over 9 years of experience in the helping field; she worked as a behaviour interventionist and program manager for children and youth with autism spectrum disorder before moving onto high risk and at-risk youth in her role as a youth worker. All of these roles prepared her to work with a variety of youth and adults with cognitive, developmental, or physical disabilities and severe mental health or substance use disorders.

Jewel adopts an eclectic therapy style. She basis her relationships on a non-judgmental, person-centered, and energetic approach. She then incorporates interventions and styles from dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), psychodynamic therapy, person centered therapy, and somatic therapy. Jewel’s approach to therapy is tailored to the client’s needs and aims to provide a response and warm platform to help the client through what they are experiencing.

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After 5 years as a stay-at-home mom (aka Domestic Engineer, Household CEO, and Director of Child Development), Stephanie is excited to bring her passion for empowering people in their healing journey to ProMentality. She and Luna are usually in the office eager to greet you and assist with whatever you need. In her free time outside the office, she can be found snuggling her kiddo & fur babies, having phone dates with her friends, going for walks at the park or relaxing at the river, and enjoying a cup of iced coffee. She also devotes some of her free time to helping run some online support groups for fellow moms with chronic illnesses and mental health struggles. She is an affirming advocate for neurodivergent individuals. Before joining us at ProMentality Stephanie earned certification in Early Childhood Education and worked in various childcare fields.

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James has completed his Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) at Yorkville University. He received his Associate of Arts in Psychology at Lake Tahoe Community College and graduated with his Bachelor of Science in Psychology at Upper Iowa University as a student-athlete. James is trained in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Motivational Interviewing. He has volunteered in the community and colloborates with diverse populations, including children, youth, and adults. James is excited to be at ProMentality and strives to create a welcoming environment and provide clients with the skills of empowerment to acknowledge their strengths.

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Jodi, MACP, RCC ICBC & FNHA approved provider. Jodi completed her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) at Yorkville University. She completed her Bachelor of Business Administration with a joint major in Communication at Simon Fraser University and went on to work in the financial industry for several years. Through a commitment to lifelong learning, a belief in holistic wellness, and an awareness of the importance of understanding our relationships with ourselves and others, she turned her focus to deepening that knowledge and has volunteered with citizens in residential care as well as providing advocacy for persons with issues related to socioeconomic challenges.

She is a registered clinical counsellor with BCACC and a designated FNHA Mental Health provider. She has studied Indigenous Cultural Safety (Sany’as) as well as has certificates in DBT Skills for adults, for adolescents and ACT, as well as Trauma-Informed ACT. She values education and awareness as a means for prevention and healing. Her compassion and empathy will lend itself to creating an open, non-judgmental, therapeutic space for clients to safely explore their relationships with themselves and others. She believes in the importance of mindfulness and self-compassion in our daily lives, that we each know ourselves best and what is most important to us, and that her responsibility is to help you clarify those values and how you want to live them.

Jodi is super excited to be working with Promentality; learning and evolving as a part of this team!

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Kaitlin is currently completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) at Yorkville University. She finished her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Simon Fraser University, concentrating in Counselling, Human Development, and First Nations Studies. She has worked with youth and adults for the last twelve years in a variety of settings, including supporting those struggling with anxiety, family and relationship concerns, substance use, life and career transitions, and traumatic experiences.

Kaitlin employs a person-centred and holistic approach to counselling, while also incorporating cognitive-behavioural, solution-focused, dialectical, and attachment-based therapies. She aspires to empower individuals to achieve their goals, foster resiliency, and promote overall well-being. She is passionate about ensuring the counselling room is an encouraging and collaborative environment for the client. Kaitlin is looking forward to working with ProMentality as a counselling intern and supporting clients in their journey.

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Erica is currently completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) through Yorkville University. After graduating from the University of Lethbridge with a Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Education (with great distinction), Erica has dedicated much of her time to promoting mental health in schools, through various sports and in the agriculture industry. Most recently, Erica was a wellness coach with Alberta Health Services, serving 3 schools from with various mental health capacity-building classroom programs. Erica uses a holistic, collaborative, and strengths-based approach to counselling and appreciates client-centred and experiential therapies. She has also taken various trainings that include DBT Skills and is looking forward to developing further competencies. Erica is warm, inviting, and eager to join the ProMentality team to help clients heal, grow and unlock their potential.

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Maya is currently completing her Masters of Arts in Counselling (MACP) at Yorkville University. She completed her Bachelors of Arts degree from Thompson Rivers University, with a major in Psychology and a minor in Sociology. Maya loves helping a wide range of individuals, including those with diverse abilities and has a passion for helping people overcome diet culture and body image issues.

Mayas uses a person-centred approach to create a safe and welcoming environment for her clients. She is very excited to join the ProMentality team and is looking forward to helping clients become their best selves.

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Jaycee completed her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) at Yorkville University. She received her bachelor’s degree and Master in Business Administration from Troy University in Alabama, where she played softball and coached after the completion of her playing career. Jaycee has an extensive background in sport performance and will also be pursuing her designation of Mental Performance Consultant with the Canadian Sports Psychology Association, her Precision Nutrition Level 1 certification, and training in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy. She is beyond excited to learn from and work with the ProMentality staff to provide clients with a safe, caring, and non-judgmental space to facilitate growth in their walk in wellness.

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