Psychotherapist (qualifying)

My name is Dave and I really love helping people and have spent the last 30 years working in a faith-based people-helping profession. I have a wealth of experience coming alongside people across all ages, stages, and experiences of life and have enjoyed assisting them with the things that challenge them the most. I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) in the Qualifying category. I have an undergraduate degree in Theology (B.Th.), a Master of Arts Degree (M.A) in Leadership and a Master of Arts Degree in Counselling Psychology (MACP) from Yorkville University.

Life happens to all of us and navigating the challenges we face often requires a non-judgmental, understanding, and an empathetic perspective. Going it alone doesn’t always lead to the outcomes we want.  Finding a trusted person who can join your team to help you live your best life is what we’re all about here at Voice of Hope Counselling and Wellness Centre.

Anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addictions, workplace challenges, relationships, marriage parenting, existential issues; these are all real-life realities that so many people face. We all need help and support when life gets hard.  

Modalities that I often employ to help people emerges from my emphasis on Person Centered Therapy. The client is at the very center of my therapeutic approach. I also employ Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy along with Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, these evidence-based approaches have proven effective for so many people.

It would be a privilege for me to join your team and help you reach your goals.  So why not reach out today, I’m here to help and am available in-person, or on-line – whatever works best for you.  It would be so good to connect with you.

Psychotherapist (qualifying)

Kristen is a positive, welcoming, and empathetic individual who loves helping people be the best versions of themselves. Whether it be just needing someone to talk to or wanting to talk through some hard emotions, she loves connecting and helping others to recognize the strengths that they already have and take advantage of them. With over eight years of experience in the people-helping profession, she creates a safe and non-judgemental place for people of all ages to share their story. Life is not always easy and some pretty significant challenges can happen, therefore, it’s important to make space for the emotions that we carry, the relational struggles that we walk through, and any other issues that we face with another trusted individual who cares. Kristen is passionate about making that space for you to be yourself.

She is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the CRPO and has a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology from York University as well as currently completing her Master of Arts Degree in Counselling Psychology (MACP) from Yorkville University. She loves continually learning and understanding how to add value to the people’s lives around her. With each client being at the centre, she utilizes interventions from Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy to aid in contributing to each client’s toolbox. Kristen would love to connect with you and help you on your continued journey to wellness.

 Psychotherapist (qualifying)

Lisa has joined Voice of Hope as a practicum therapist. She is completing her Masters degree in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University, and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from York University in Toronto.

Lisa has a history of volunteer work in communities serving people of all ages in various capacities. Her predominant skill is the capacity to communicate empathically and effectively with others. Lisa believes that meeting people where they are is the beginning of a safe and trusting relationship.

Lisa has adopted Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and some aspects of Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) into her practice as methods for helping others to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Her passion is to help you discover your “A-Ha!” moment.