Our Team

Jean-Marc is a registered psychologist and Director of Online Services at PsyVitalitï. He obtained his doctoral degree from McGill University, where he also taught. In addition to providing therapy and coaching to help people attain their life goals, he also specializes in teaching people powerful communication strategies to help facilitate their personal, family and work relationships. For over 15 years, Jean-Marc has also been regularly offering conferences and trainings to health care professionals to better help them help their clients.

Rubbal (Ruby) Brar is a Clinical Social Worker candidate with over six years of practical experience. She has vested interests in supporting clients and helping build the capacity to communicate and teach skills to overcome challenges that hinder overall health and quality of life. Ruby is passionate about promoting empowerment, skill development, and being goal-oriented when working with clients. She is currently working under the supervision of Jessica Martinez Perez, R.S.W, M.S.W.

Kylie is currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Clinical and Counselling Psychology at Adler Graduate Professional School in Toronto. She has experience working with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, adjustment-related issues and interpersonal difficulties. She offers a non-judgemental, inclusive space for clients to explore their strengths and work collaboratively towards attaining their goals. Kylie is working under the supervision of Dr. Lori Walls, a licensed psychologist. 

Jessica is a Registered Social Worker who strives to create a caring, safe, and non-judgmental environment where her clients can heal and improve their wellbeing. Jessica holds a Master of Social Work Degree from the University of Toronto and is registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and the Alberta College of Social Workers. She has been trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. Jessica is passionate about building a collaborative and empowering relationship with her clients to support them in meeting their goals in a way that is aligned with their needs and values.

Lori is a clinical psychologist who received her doctorate from the University of Alberta. Lori’s practice includes the use of cognitive-behavioural and solution focused techniques with the integration of other counselling methods when needed. She has worked in a number of community settings and her experience includes helping adults, adolescents, youth, couples, families and groups. Lori’s ability to focus on client strengths, build on solutions and form meaningful therapeutic relationships has proven effective across a range of client concerns.

Andrea is a registered social worker who is dedicated to creating a space that is caring, safe, and focused on individual strengths. With an extensive background in family social work, she understands how anxiety, depression, family relationships, and daily stressors may impact her clients’ lives. She also has experience in academic advising, which allows her to help clients with decision making, school stress, and creating a work-life balance. She uses a variety of psychotherapy modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness-based techniques to support clients in their journey towards wellness. She graduated with a Master of Social Work degree in clinical counseling from the University of British Columbia.

Hailu Lockyer is a registered Psychotherapist with CRPO. She is a certified Cognitive Behaviour Therapy provider from the University of Toronto. Hailu works with clients to create a non-judgmental space where they can share their experiences and life challenges. 

Virginia is a Registered Social Worker who earned her Master of Social Work degree from Loyola University Chicago. She has experience helping people who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and addictions. Virginia works collaboratively with clients to create a safe space where clients can feel heard and understood, and ready to address the challenges in their lives. She is here to listen, support you, and work with you to build the internal tools and insight that will help you grow and change your life for the better.

Alex is a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work from the University of Toronto. She has extensive experience working with Toronto’s street involved population in community mental health and substance use. She has supported individuals experiencing a multitude of issues including anxiety, depression, psychosis, and substance use. She approaches her work with an anti-oppressive and trauma informed lens. Alex has been trained in therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT).

Christine has completed her Masters in Clinical Psychology from Adler Professional Graduate School and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Ottawa. Christine has been trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), while using a trauma-informed perspective. She approaches every session with the goal of creating a safe, non-judgmental place, where one can feel supported and valued. Christine is currently working under the supervision of Dr. Lori Walls, psychologist.

Rachel is a Registered Social Worker in British Columbia who has worked with individuals struggling with addiction, mental health, and high performance anxiety including burnout. Rachel received her MSW from the University of Toronto and has been trained in various evidence based modalities. She incorporates social justice into her practice as she welcomes her clients into a safe space to navigate challenging times. Rachel identifies as a white immigrant and has first hand experience navigating the many intersectional systems and experiences. Rachel’s work is rooted in trauma informed, systems theory.

Vicente is completing a master’s degree in clinical psychology from Adler Graduate Professional School. His approach to therapy is non-judgemental and collaborative in nature. Through therapy, his clients deepen their self-awareness to live with greater purpose and increase their resilience to the ups and downs of life. His psychotherapeutic approach includes cognitive behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy and mindfulness. He specializes in anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. He also has many years of experience working with neurodiverse individuals including those with ASD and ADHD. Vicente is working under the supervision of Dr. Lori Walls, a licensed psychologist.

Laura is a Registered Social Worker who obtained her MSW from the University of British Columbia. Laura has extensive experience working with individuals struggling with substance use concerns, anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues and life transitions. Laura primarily uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy in her practice. Laura focuses on the unique strengths that each individual brings to their session and uses a trauma-informed approach to create a safe environment for individuals to thrive.

Deena is currently completing her Master of Social Work with a specialization in mental health and health at the University of Toronto. In her previous experience as a social worker she worked with clients and families who were managing depression, anxiety, life-stressors, interpersonal conflicts, and other social barriers. Using an anti-oppressive framework, Deena is passionate about combining skills of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Narrative Therapy to help clients meet their self-determined goals. Deena is working under the supervision of Jessica Larsen-Halikowski, MSW.