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Compassionate and Experienced Team

Our clinic is staffed by a dedicated team of expert practitioners; psychologists, registered psychotherapists, mental health professionals, social workers, career coach, child life specialist, occupational therapists, registered massage therapists and acupuncturists who are deeply committed to providing high-quality care. With expertise in various therapeutic approaches, our team ensures that individuals receive the best-suited interventions for their unique circumstances.

Our Team

Kate Little (she/her)

Dr. Andrea Porter (she/her)

Dr. Andrea Porter (she/her)

BPHE, MACP, RP 

Director of Programs and Services and Registered Psychotherapist


Kate brings over 20 years of diverse experience in different healthcare fields to her practice. As a Psychotherapist, her compassionate and client-centered approach benefits a wide range of individuals, from youth to older adults. Kate's approach is eclectic, d

BPHE, MACP, RP 

Director of Programs and Services and Registered Psychotherapist


Kate brings over 20 years of diverse experience in different healthcare fields to her practice. As a Psychotherapist, her compassionate and client-centered approach benefits a wide range of individuals, from youth to older adults. Kate's approach is eclectic, drawing from various methodologies, including strengths-based, Brief Solution Focused Therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based techniques.

She has a particular passion for assisting clients through the postpartum journey and providing support to those who identify as 2SLGBTQA+. In her sessions, Kate incorporates elements of mindfulness and expressive arts to enhance the therapeutic experience.

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Dr. Andrea Porter (she/her)

Dr. Andrea Porter (she/her)

Dr. Andrea Porter (she/her)

PhD, C.Psych.

Clinical Psychologist 

Child and Adolescent


Dr. Andrea has over 25 years experience providing mental health services to infants, children, adolescents, and their families. Having earned her doctoral degree in School Psychology-Child Clinical Focus at the University of Toronto/ Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, she is 

PhD, C.Psych.

Clinical Psychologist 

Child and Adolescent


Dr. Andrea has over 25 years experience providing mental health services to infants, children, adolescents, and their families. Having earned her doctoral degree in School Psychology-Child Clinical Focus at the University of Toronto/ Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, she is a member in good standing of the College of Psychologists.

Dr. Andrea embraces a non-judgmental, collaborative approach to assessment, consultation, and treatment. With compassion and authenticity, Dr. Andrea is dedicated to helping her clients and their families develop a treatment plan that meets their unique needs through validation and positivity.

Dr. Andrea has extensive experience in school boards, children’s mental health and private practice settings within the GTA. Her work incorporates a strengths-based, developmental modality rooted in attachment theory and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). This acceptance based and empirically valid approach supports client growth (no matter what age or stage) to effectively manage emotional pain,  foster self compassion and the skills necessary to cope with life’s challenges.

Dr. Andrea provides group interventions focused on resiliency, mindfulness and skills training for emotional problem solving. As a consultant and clinical supervisor, Dr. Andrea is continually inspired by her early career peers and colleagues. 

Professional affiliations include the Ontario Psychological Association, the Canadian Psychological Association, Mindful Society Global Institute and Mindfulness Toronto.

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Negean Mashayekhi (she/her)

Dr. Andrea Porter (she/her)

Negean Mashayekhi (she/her)

RP (Qualifying), BSc., MSCP. 

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Psychometrist


Negean holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Neuroscience, and Behaviour, as well as a Masters of Clinical Psychology. She is also currently a student at Yorkville University completing a second masters in Counselling Psychology. With her extensive educa

RP (Qualifying), BSc., MSCP. 

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Psychometrist


Negean holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Neuroscience, and Behaviour, as well as a Masters of Clinical Psychology. She is also currently a student at Yorkville University completing a second masters in Counselling Psychology. With her extensive education and experience, she is a member of the Ontario Association for Mental Health Professionals and a Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant.

Negean's expertise extends across the lifespan, from childhood through adulthood. She is proficient in conducting Psychoeducational Assessments and implementing therapeutic interventions tailored to the unique needs of her clients. 

Her compassionate and empathetic approach has helped numerous individuals facing a wide spectrum of mental health concerns, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, and more.



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Maral Bolourian (she/her)

Maral Bolourian (she/her)

Negean Mashayekhi (she/her)

BSW, RSW, MAECS

Registered Social Worker and 

Therapist


Maral brings over 12 years of diverse experience in social services, specializing in areas such as violence against women, mental health and addictions. Holding a Bachelor's in Social Work and a Master's in Early Childhood Studies, she utilizes a range of methodologies including trauma-

BSW, RSW, MAECS

Registered Social Worker and 

Therapist


Maral brings over 12 years of diverse experience in social services, specializing in areas such as violence against women, mental health and addictions. Holding a Bachelor's in Social Work and a Master's in Early Childhood Studies, she utilizes a range of methodologies including trauma-informed care, solution-focused therapy, CBT, and Mindfulness to address the individual needs of her clients. Maral is a registered Social Worker with OCSWSSW and a proud member of OASW. Her non-judgmental and empathetic approach fosters a safe therapeutic environment, ensuring each client's journey is comfortable and fulfilling.

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Ana Taveira (she/her)

Maral Bolourian (she/her)

Ana Taveira (she/her)

MSW, RSW.

Registered Social Worker 

Psychotherapist


Ana holds a Masters of Social Work and has a wealth of experience supporting individuals across the lifespan, from childhood to adulthood. Ana has been working with a diverse range of individuals in mental health for over 10 years in a variety of capacities, including psychiatric treatment 

MSW, RSW.

Registered Social Worker 

Psychotherapist


Ana holds a Masters of Social Work and has a wealth of experience supporting individuals across the lifespan, from childhood to adulthood. Ana has been working with a diverse range of individuals in mental health for over 10 years in a variety of capacities, including psychiatric treatment facilities, within the education system, child welfare, child and family services, and in a hospital-based mental health services outpatient program.


Ana has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+, gender non-conforming, neurodivergent, as well as those managing symptoms of emotional dysregulation, depression, anxiety, and other complex mental health challenges.


Ana draws from a variety of methodologies including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She is passionate about social justice, reducing stigma surrounding mental health, and supporting clients to develop the skills and insight to improve their current challenges. She brings to her practice a trauma-informed and anti-oppressive framework and critical reflexivity in order to continue to learn and work from a place that is non-judgmental, empathetic, and compassionate.

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Andrea Town (she/her)

Maral Bolourian (she/her)

Ana Taveira (she/her)

B.A. Psych., MScOT, OT Reg. (Ont.) 

Registered Occupational Therapist and Psychotherapist  


Andrea is an Occupational Therapist with 15 years of experience supporting adults in the mental health field.  She is genuine, non-judgmental, compassionate, and continually inspired by our human ability to change and grow.  While working together, s

B.A. Psych., MScOT, OT Reg. (Ont.) 

Registered Occupational Therapist and Psychotherapist  


Andrea is an Occupational Therapist with 15 years of experience supporting adults in the mental health field.  She is genuine, non-judgmental, compassionate, and continually inspired by our human ability to change and grow.  While working together, she will support you in developing a greater understanding of your emotional experiences and behavioural patterns in order to find ease in your daily life.

Andrea uses evidence-based approaches to therapy, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy for trauma.  She also values the genuine human connection in therapy and offers lessons learned from her own life experiences. 

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Suzanna Derewicz (she/they)

Suzanna Derewicz (she/they)

Suzanna Derewicz (she/they)

BA, OPC Dipl. Psych.

Registered Psychotherapist 



Suzanna is a Registered Psychotherapist holding a Diploma in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy from the Ontario Psychotherapy and Counselling Program. Suzanna uses a variety of methodologies to explore contexts and co-create new roadmaps aimed at improving the emotional and mental well-being of the

BA, OPC Dipl. Psych.

Registered Psychotherapist 



Suzanna is a Registered Psychotherapist holding a Diploma in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy from the Ontario Psychotherapy and Counselling Program. Suzanna uses a variety of methodologies to explore contexts and co-create new roadmaps aimed at improving the emotional and mental well-being of their clients. Their work is informed by psychodynamic, relational, attachment-focused, intersubjective, polyvagal, and mindfulness-based modalities.

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Michelle Nicholls (she/her)

Suzanna Derewicz (she/they)

Suzanna Derewicz (she/they)

BSW, MSW, RSW

Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist, Mindfulness Meditation Facilitator


Michelle is a dedicated mindfulness meditation facilitator and practitioner with over 16 years of experience. She has co-facilitated Mindfulness-Based CBT, multiple community mindfulness drop-in groups for over 9 years. She uses trauma-informed mi

BSW, MSW, RSW

Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist, Mindfulness Meditation Facilitator


Michelle is a dedicated mindfulness meditation facilitator and practitioner with over 16 years of experience. She has co-facilitated Mindfulness-Based CBT, multiple community mindfulness drop-in groups for over 9 years. She uses trauma-informed mindfulness, creating safety in mind-body connection work. In addition, she is a community Dhamma leader for BIPOC sanghas. She will provide workshops and facilitate Mindfulness based programs to meet your needs and support your wellness journey.

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Mehdi Attarha (he/him)

Suzanna Derewicz (she/they)

Samantha Sheehan (she/her)

B.Eng., MHA, CTI trained coach 

Director of Operations and 

Leadership and Life Coach. 


Mehdi focuses on supporting leaders in transition as well as supporting individuals to map out their next phase in their lives, aligned with their own values, no matter which stage of their career/life they are in. He has over 25 years of corporate and en

B.Eng., MHA, CTI trained coach 

Director of Operations and 

Leadership and Life Coach. 


Mehdi focuses on supporting leaders in transition as well as supporting individuals to map out their next phase in their lives, aligned with their own values, no matter which stage of their career/life they are in. He has over 25 years of corporate and entrepreneurial experience spanning over three continents. His approach is compassionate and client centred.

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Samantha Sheehan (she/her)

Samantha Sheehan (she/her)

Samantha Sheehan (she/her)

BKine., MScOT., OT reg. (ONT) 

Registered Occupational Therapist and Psychotherapy Practitioner


Sam has been a practicing Occupational Therapist with over 15 years of experience working with a diverse range of clients. She is pediatric certified, working with children with Autism, ADHD and supports children’s ability to return to school bas

BKine., MScOT., OT reg. (ONT) 

Registered Occupational Therapist and Psychotherapy Practitioner


Sam has been a practicing Occupational Therapist with over 15 years of experience working with a diverse range of clients. She is pediatric certified, working with children with Autism, ADHD and supports children’s ability to return to school based activities, emotionally regulate, manage sensory integration and build on their activities of daily living (ADL’s) Sam has focused over the last two years supporting people who have been affected by Long Covid. Sam is a Long Covid specialist, who conducts assessment and supports clients with return to work plans. Her approach is warm, client centered, trauma informed, engaging and fun.

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Olga Antonova (she/her)

Samantha Sheehan (she/her)

Olga Antonova (she/her)

RMT., CCMH., RMTAO.

Registered Massage Therapist

Pediatric Certified and Adult


 Olga is registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario and is in good standing with the Registered Massage Therapists' Association of Ontario (RMTAO). Olga has extensive training in pregnancy and high-risk and postpartum cases. She has completed a T

RMT., CCMH., RMTAO.

Registered Massage Therapist

Pediatric Certified and Adult


 Olga is registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario and is in good standing with the Registered Massage Therapists' Association of Ontario (RMTAO). Olga has extensive training in pregnancy and high-risk and postpartum cases. She has completed a Trimester Course at Sunnybrook Hospital. Olga is also Pediatric Massage Certified and trained in a variety of massage therapy modalities and techniques, including Swedish, Indian Scalp Massage, Lymphatic Drainage, Trigger (Pressure) Point Release, Sports/Deep Tissue, and Joint Play. She has considerable experience providing treatment for headaches and migraines, as well as emotional support, relaxation, stress relief, and insomnia. Olga's approach is compassionate, and she is passionate about supporting you in your journey towards wellness and mind body connection.

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Mort Neek (he/him)

Samantha Sheehan (she/her)

Olga Antonova (she/her)

R. TCMP., R. Ac., CRM, B. Sc.

Acupuncturist, TCM Practitioner and

Reiki Master


Mort Neek has been practicing Acupuncture and TCM since 2006, Reiki since 2008 and has been a college professor of TCM since 2010. He is a graduate from the Doctor Program of the Toronto School of Traditional Chinese Medicine and a Reiki Master. He uses an integra

R. TCMP., R. Ac., CRM, B. Sc.

Acupuncturist, TCM Practitioner and

Reiki Master


Mort Neek has been practicing Acupuncture and TCM since 2006, Reiki since 2008 and has been a college professor of TCM since 2010. He is a graduate from the Doctor Program of the Toronto School of Traditional Chinese Medicine and a Reiki Master. He uses an integrated approach to TCM, Acupuncture and Nutritional Medicine.  His passion is in natural chronic disease management, fertility, autoimmune, and various emotional issues.

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Maria-Eugenia Ricote (she/her)

Maria-Eugenia Ricote (she/her)

Maria-Eugenia Ricote (she/her)

M.Ed., RP., CCC.

Registered Psychotherapist and Music-Integrated Therapist


Maria-Eugenia is a Registered Psychotherapist and a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with a Master of Education in Counselling Psychology. She works with all age groups, couples and families. 

Maria works with people who are looking for support with issues of an em

M.Ed., RP., CCC.

Registered Psychotherapist and Music-Integrated Therapist


Maria-Eugenia is a Registered Psychotherapist and a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with a Master of Education in Counselling Psychology. She works with all age groups, couples and families. 

Maria works with people who are looking for support with issues of an emotional, interpersonal, well-being and mental health nature. Her approach consists of a blend of verbal and creative techniques, where she integrates various therapeutic philosophies and coping strategies. She utilizes Narrative therapy and Music-Integrated therapy as the foundation of her practice. Other methods of her practice include CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness-based practices. 

Maria believes that individuals can thrive and that they have the power to re-write their lives the way they envision it.

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Faiza Ali (she/her)

Maria-Eugenia Ricote (she/her)

Maria-Eugenia Ricote (she/her)

 MSc, CCLS, CIMI

Certified Child Life Specialist


  

Faiza earned her undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Studies from the University of Guelph-Humber and holds a Master’s in Child Life and Paediatric Psychosocial Care from McMaster University. Since then, she has worked with diverse individuals in healthcare settings such as SickKids Hos

 MSc, CCLS, CIMI

Certified Child Life Specialist


  

Faiza earned her undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Studies from the University of Guelph-Humber and holds a Master’s in Child Life and Paediatric Psychosocial Care from McMaster University. Since then, she has worked with diverse individuals in healthcare settings such as SickKids Hospital and the Michael Garron Paediatric Vaccine Clinic.

As a Child Life Specialist, Faiza supports infants, children, teens, and families by using a family-centered approach. She provides therapeutic play, procedural preparation, education to help reduce fear, anxiety, and pain and enhance emotional regulation. In the community, she teaches children anxiety-reduction strategies, offers parent coaching sessions, and facilitates infant massage workshops to promote attachment and bonding. Faiza also supports families through challenging experiences, including hospital visits, funerals, and grief counselling.

Faiza believes that human development—from infancy to adolescence—is an ever-evolving journey. While these years are often filled with play, laughter, and learning, life's unexpected challenges sometimes require developmentally appropriate support and guidance. Outside of work, you’ll find Faiza and her toddler enjoying time at the park, playing with bubbles and pop-its. Her passion is to bring child life services into the community, providing a safe and empowering space for children to thrive.

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