Eric (He/Him) holds a Master’s Degree focusing on intercultural reconciliation and belonging and is an Associate Addiction Counsellor. He believes that genuine change becomes possible not through skills alone, but through the therapeutic relationship between counsellor and client. Drawing on extensive lived experience in addiction, trauma, and mental health recovery, he works primarily from Motivational Interviewing and solution-focused approaches within a trauma-informed, culturally responsive framework. Eric offers both individual and group counselling to diverse clients, adapting his approach to meet each person where they are, recognizing that recovery looks different for everyone.

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As Co-founder of the Centre for Hope and Recovery, Jeff is a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist with a Masters Degree in Social Work and a PhD in the Social Sciences. Drawing on decades of research and statistical expertise, he is committed to providing psychotherapy grounded in the best available evidence while tailoring treatment to each client’s unique experiences and goals.

While Jeff has a broad range of experiences and focus, he has a particular interest in helping individuals and couples heal from trauma, substance use disorders, problematic sexual behaviours, and infidelity. He understands that these experiences can profoundly affect emotional well-being, relationships, self-esteem, and daily functioning. His goal is to provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where clients can process difficult experiences, develop new coping strategies, and move toward lasting recovery.

His therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based modalities including Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Polyvagal Theory, Mindful Self-Compassion, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and the Gottman Method. Whether working with individuals or couples, Jeff believes that meaningful change begins with a strong therapeutic alliance built on trust, collaboration, and respect.

Jeff recognizes that no two clients are alike. He works collaboratively to develop personalized treatment plans that help clients understand the roots of their struggles, build resilience, repair relationships, and create sustainable change. He also offers a number of group therapy

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Mariah holds an Undergraduate Degree in Psychology and a Post-Graduate Diploma in Addictions Counselling and is an Associate Addictions Counsellor. Mariah specializes in working with youth and young adults with a desire to begin or continue their recovery journey. She offers one-on-one counselling that is individualized and developmentally appropriate. She utilizes motivational interviewing, relapse prevention therapy, and trauma-based approaches to counselling with an emphasis on client-centered therapy techniques. She believes that every youth’s journey of recovery is unique and meeting them where they are at can make all the difference. Mariah draws upon her passion for helping people and utilizes her lived experience with addiction and recovery to create an open and safe environment for her clients.

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Healing from trauma is about more than surviving what has happened—it is about rediscovering safety, connection, and the possibility of a meaningful life.

As a Registered Psychotherapist (MA, RP) and founder of the Centre for Hope and Recovery, Shannon LaBelle works alongside individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and the lasting effects of overwhelming experiences. Her therapeutic approach is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and the belief that every person possesses an innate capacity for healing.

Shannon integrates body-based therapies, attachment theory, Polyvagal Theory, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Somatic Experiencing®, mindfulness, self-compassion, and cognitive and narrative approaches to tailor therapy to each client’s unique needs. She is especially passionate about helping clients move beyond patterns of survival toward greater resilience, self-understanding, and connection.

In addition to her psychotherapy practice, Shannon develops and facilitates trauma recovery groups and provides clinical consultation and debriefing for organizations supporting individuals affected by trauma and exploitation. Her years of experience in community mental health, addictions, and trauma-informed care have shaped a therapeutic style that is both deeply empathic and grounded in evidence-based practice.

Shannon considers it a privilege to accompany people on their healing journeys and believes that hope, when nurtured within a safe therapeutic relationship, can become a powerful catalyst for lasting change.

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