Our AMAZING TEAM MEMBERS!

   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.

FNHA APPROVED PROVIDER

Jo is not accepting clients under 17 at this time.

 Jo is empathetic, encouraging, and grateful. He 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.

Jo graduated with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) from Yorkville University, a program that emphasized a Culturally Sensitive and Socially Just counselling approach, and Jo demonstrates care for a diversity of people. Jo is oriented to take an eclectic approach, including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Adlerian, and Solution Focused therapy, depending on the client’s needs. Jo is considerate of spiritual matters with a degree in Christian Studies from what is now Canadian Mennonite University. Jo applies Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and Gottman method when working with couples and families. Jo’s work ethic, imagination, and interpersonal skills make him ready for therapeutic relationships though ProMentality.

ICBC APPROVED PROVIDER

(AWAITING CVAP APPROVAL)

Sharece’s approach to counselling is collaborative, compassionate, strength-based, and client-centered. She is committed to creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered. Each session is tailored to meet the unique needs and goals of the individual. Sharece holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) from Yorkville University, a Bachelor of Arts from the University of the Fraser Valley, and a teaching degree from Simon Fraser University.

With over 10 years of experience supporting both children and adults with mental disabilities, Sharece brings an empathetic and adaptable approach to her practice. Her work is informed by a holistic perspective, including an appreciation for spirituality shaped by her background in Christian education and ministry. Drawing from her background in competitive sports, Sharece draws on the values of discipline, resilience, and perseverance, using them to support clients in building strength, confidence, and lasting change. She has additional training in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Play Therapy, and is dedicated to ongoing growth as she helps clients build resilience, gain insight, and work toward meaningful, lasting well-being.

Ashley has completed her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) at Yorkville University. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Honours at the University of the Fraser Valley in 2022. She played volleyball at UFV and continued to coach after completing her studies. Over the years, Ashley has dedicated much of her time working alongside youth and adults with diverse abilities, focusing on supporting their personal growth towards independence and overall well-being. Most recently, she has been working closely with high school students, helping them navigate emotional, mental, academic, and social challenges. 

Ashley takes a collaborative, person-centered approach, focusing on empowering individuals, while integrating approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. She has also completed training in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy. She strives to create a counselling environment that is warm and non-judgmental, where clients feel heard, understood, and inspired to work through their challenges. Ashley’s experience playing high level sports has shaped her understanding of discipline, resilience, and goal achievement, which she incorporates into her collaborative approach to support clients in reaching their personal goals. Her kind, caring, and unassuming nature allows her to build trust and form meaningful connections with those she works with. 

Ashley is excited to support individuals as they navigate their personal growth and life journey’s.

Nina has completed her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. She also completed her Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of British Columbia and a Paralegal Diploma from Capilano University. She brings a unique and diverse background spanning clinical counselling, frontline healthcare crisis response and legal advocacy, having supported individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and life transitions across a range of settings.

Nina draws from a person-centered foundation and integrates CBT, narrative therapy, trauma-informed, DBT and somatic approaches into her work, amongst other approaches. She has completed a certificate in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Skills. She approaches each session with warmth, curiosity and a nonjudgmental presence, believing that meaningful progress happens when clients feel truly safe and heard.

As a lifelong athlete, Nina has a particular interest in working with athletes and individuals navigating performance-related stress, as well as adults facing life transitions, identity exploration, self-esteem challenges, grief and complex emotional experiences. She is drawn to high-impact work and meets each client with patience, curiosity and a genuine commitment to their growth. Nina has volunteered with organizations focused on intimate partner violence, legal support and community inclusion.

In her free time, Nina enjoys bouldering, kayaking, soccer, films, cooking and music. She is fluent in English and conversational in Croatian and Slovenian.

Carla greatly values grace, safety, kindness and courage. She has been in the helping profession for many years and this has taught her that life is rarely like a box of chocolates and that living is better when done with the support of others than in isolation. 

Carla relocated from South Africa (where she was a registered psychologist since 2002) to Canada in Dec 2016. She holds a PhD in psycholgy (Canadian equiv.) from the university of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, a Masters in Ed. psychology (Canadian equiv.), a Psychology Honours degree as well as Bachelor of Science degree. She also has experience in the field of academia as lecturer and clinical supervisor, both in South Africa and Canada. 

Carla works from a trauma informed perspective and an attachment based lens. She often draws from Trauma Informed Stabilization Treatment (TIST), psychodynamic principles and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. She also integrates CBT and DBT into the counselling work, depending on the needs of clients. Outside of her work as lecturer and counsellor, she enjoys long walks in nature with her husband, spending time with her two cats and dabbling in the field of creative writing.  

Amber is a seasoned professional who started her career as a teacher then as a school counsellor, working with students from Kindergarten through grade 12. She has also taught college students who were training in the Human Services field. She obtained her Masters of Education in Counselling Psychology from the University of Victoria and has had the privilege of counselling in non-profits, social service agencies, and in her own private counselling practice. 

Amber believes strongly in a wholistic approach to counselling which incorporates listening to the client’s experience of what is going on in their mind, body, and spirit. She is firmly grounded in a person-centered approach and draws from Internal Family Systems, Narrative, Trauma-informed CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and DBT. Amber has level 2 certification in Gottman Marriage Counselling and informal training in Relational Life Therapy to guide her work with couples. 

Amber also has a wide range of experience and training in grief counselling and currently volunteers as a grief companion. She enjoys working with youth, adults, and couples. Her work as a clinical supervisor (ACS) has allowed her the opportunity to guide many interns and newly-minted counsellors on their journey. She believes that the client is the expert on themselves and takes a collaborative approach to goal-setting and personal development. 

Amber believes change is always possible and helps clients discover what they can attain by listening, reflecting, validating, and affirming. She has two grown sons, two grandsons, loves cats and all aspects of nature, recently discovered pilates, and sings in two choirs.