The Team
Our Team
Here for you. Happy to help.
Let’s get acquainted, shall we? From our three therapists to our incredible client care specialist, we are looking forward to meeting you. Read on for team bios and to learn more about each therapist’s special areas of interest.
Julia Woito, RP
FOUNDER | CLINICAL DIRECTOR | REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
With 15 years experience, Julia comes with a breadth of knowledge in different helping vocations, including youth and adult mental health, student wellness and success, coaching, ministry leadership, and poverty-reduction. Her experience allows her to offer a creative and comprehensive treatment model for mental, emotional, relational, and spiritual health.
She is trained in evidence-based practices including CBT, DBT, Brainspotting, Emotion-Focused therapy for couples and families, Gottman Couples, and IFS-informed parts work. A lover of movement, she is also the lead instructor for many of our fitness and mindfulness classes at our Wellness Studio.
Julia’s Common Areas of Work:
Stress + Burnout
Performance + Sport
Faith-Based Counselling
Couples + Family Therapy
BPD + Trauma Treatment
Anxiety + Depression
“I’m a lover of chocolate, coffee, fun fitness, and playing with my family.”
Brittany Gendron, MSW RSW
SOCIAL WORKER (MSW) | PSYCHOTHERAPIST
As a practicing Psychotherapist and Registered Social Worker (OCSWSSW), Brittany provides support to individuals and families at critical points in their lives. With over a decade of experience, she works from a trauma-informed, client-centred model and sees therapy as a path to build a healthier and more satisfying life. Whether through changing thoughts, habits, or emotional patterns that no longer serve the person, Brittany supports her clients in cultivating self-compassion and acceptance for the things we cannot change.
Brittany has a special interest in working with families facing challenges in parenting (i.e. parent-child relationships, child school refusal, parenting stress) and supporting children and youth who experience a variety of social and emotional difficulties, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management and low self esteem. Brittany is trained in many evidence-based modalities including: CBT, DBT, ACT, Play Therapy, Emotion-Focused Family Therapy, and EMDR
Brittany’s Common Areas of Practice:
OCD + ADHD
Burnout + Perfectionism
Trauma + BPD
Parent + Caregiver Support
Anxiety + Depression
Children + Family Therapy
“I love browsing local thrift stores, reading, and spending quality time with my partner and daughter.”
Jessica Weaver, RP
REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Jess has provided counselling services internationally and has training and experience in a multitude of areas, including critical incident debriefing, burnout, anxiety, social anxiety, depression, couples counselling, and can support youth and young adults. She has experience in coaching, ministry leadership, and mental well-being, particularly as it relates to the unique challenges of living in a cross-cultural environment.
Jess is passionate about meeting people where they’re at and cultivating a safe space for them to face and overcome the obstacles in their path. She operates out of a family systems based approach, but utilizes many different therapeutic models depending on the unique needs of the individual. Jess is trained in CBT, DBT, EMDR, Emotion-Focused Couples Counselling, and Gottman Couples.
Jess’s Common Areas of Practice:
Trauma + BPD
ADHD
Faith-Based Counselling
Burnout
Couples Therapy
Anxiety + Depression
“I enjoy passionately pursuing all things in balance,
of course…with a little help from coffee.”
Sara MacDonald, RP
REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Meet Sara, a compassionate Registered Psychotherapist (RP) specializing in end-of-season transitions. With expertise in helping clients navigate life’s cycles—both endings and fresh beginnings—Sara provides support during pivotal moments of change, helping individuals process past chapters and embrace new possibilities. Her approach brings clarity and renewal to life’s ever-evolving journey.
Sara is trained in CBT, EMDR, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Positive Psychology, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Sara’s Common Areas of Practice:
Grief + Life Transitions
Anxiety + Depression
Couples Therapy
Burnout + Emotional Regulation
BPD Traits + Trauma
Faith-Based Therapy
“I enjoy spending time with my family, gardening, and going for walks.”
Alyssa McManus, RP(Q)
STUDENT PRACTITIONER
Alyssa is currently in the last stages of completing her Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology, and has previously completed a BA of Psychology. Alyssa comes to us with experience in the professional health sector and is dedicated to enhancing her therapy skills at any opportunity. Alyssia is passionate about providing accessible mental health care.
Alyssa has training in the most recent evidence-based therapies, including: CBT, DBT, person-centered, and Solution-Focused.
Alyssa’s Common Areas of Practice:
Anxiety + Depression
BPD Traits + Emotion Regulation
Tweens + Teens
Burnout
Stress + Anger Management
Life Transitions
“I enjoy having light-hearted conversation, going to concerts, and my pets!”
Timna Balik, MACP
STUDENT PRACTITIONER
Timna is currently in the last stages of completing her Master's degree in Counselling Psychology and has previously completed a BA from St. Paul University. She is passionate about coming alongside individuals and families to support their growth. With a background in ministry leadership, children’s curriculum development, and preschool teaching, Timna is eager to use her creativity to help people meet their goals.
Timna has studied many modalities including CBT, Gestalt, Person-Centered Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. Timna also offers faith-based therapy upon request.
Sara’s Common Areas of Practice:
Parenting Support
Tweens + Teens
Anxiety + Depression
Stress + Anger Management
Burnout
Faith-Based Therapy
“In my downtime, you can find me hiking, skiing, or on any other outdoor adventure with my family.”
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We get it. Sometimes it’s hard to ask for help. But who knows what kind of healing and transformation is available to you on the other side of your ask? Your situation isn’t hopeless. You are not alone. We’re here to help.
