Our Team

Dr. Merry C. Lin

Psychologist (off-site)

Dr. Merry C. Lin is a psychologist with over 25 years of clinical experience. As an offsite affiliate of Meadowbrook Counselling and Healthcare Associates, she provides psycho-educational and diagnostic assessments to identify giftedness, intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and behavioural/emotional/mental health issues. She also provides consultation and supervision services for psychotherapists and in-home specialists.

Booking

To inquire about Dr. Lin’s assessment services or to book an appointment, please email her at drlinandassociates@gmail.com

Carrie Fleetwood

Psychotherapist, Supervisor

B.A., M.Ed., R.P.

After a long and enjoyable career Carrie has retired and is no longer taking new or returning clients.  However she continues to be available for consultation and supervision by therapists of all stages of experience. 

Hours

Carrie is not currently accepting new clients.

Carrie is available for supervision for therapists, both individual and group supervision.

Joey Crump

Director, Counselling Division

B.R.E., B.A. (Hons), M.S.W., R.S.W.

Joey Crump is a Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist with a Masters of Social Work specializing in health and mental health. Her areas of special interest include anxiety and depression, trauma, postpartum depression, marital enrichment, compassion fatigue, anger, grief, chronic disease and health related issues. Joey is also trained in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy.

Joey’s professional experience includes working at the school board providing individual support, counselling services and groups. It also includes hospital crisis counselling and leading adult mental health groups in a community agency. In addition to her work at Meadowbrook Counselling Associates, Joey currently provides social work counselling services at Markham Stouffville Hospital.

Joey’s academic credentials include two undergraduate degrees, in Psychology and Theology as well as a Rehabilitation Certification with a focus on psychosocial and vocational rehabilitation. She has specialized training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Trauma Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Mindfulness . She is also a trained facilitator of Prepare and Enrich, a marriage assessment tool and has been providing pre-marriage counselling and marriage enrichment counselling services for over 30 years. Joey is very passionate about the whole person and conducts bio-psycho-social-spiritual assessments. Joey loves the outdoors and offers some counselling sessions outdoors in a private country setting called Meadowbrook at the Shire, or in a professional office – both settings are available.

Joey is a registered member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW), and the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW).

Joey is a calm and compassionate individual whose joy for living compliments her role as a therapist. Joey is married to a wonderful man and has raised four children. She is an avid recreational runner and enjoys animals and time in the outdoors.

Hours

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday – some evening appointments available.

All insurance coverages accepted.

Lindsay Thalla

Registered Psychotherapist
Director, Counselling Division

MMT, RP, MTA

Lindsay is a Registered Psychotherapist with over a decade of experience supporting individuals and couples from diverse backgrounds. She specializes in working with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship challenges. Lindsay is also a Certified Music Therapist, which allows her to bring a unique and creative approach to her work when working with musicians or artists, or those who love using their creativity in reflection.

Lindsay works within several evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Psychodynamic Theory, to ensure every client is given the opportunity to feel safe and heard within the therapeutic relationship.

In addition to her clinical practice, Lindsay is regularly invited to speak and present on current mental health topics to local churches and community groups. Lindsay has presented on topics such as vicarious trauma for frontline volunteers, trauma-informed care, burnout in leadership, and grief.

Lindsay also provides clinical supervision to interns and qualifying therapists and enjoys supporting new therapists in their growth and development.

In her spare time, she loves creating art, playing music, and exploring local activities with her husband and two young children.

Emily Bahrij

Psychotherapist

B.A. (Intercultural Studies), M. Div (Clinical Counselling), R.P.

Emily is a Psychotherapist at Meadowbrook Counselling. Her experience includes working with youth and adults of all ages with anxiety, depression, OCD, life transitions, and grief as well as other mental, emotional, and behavioural challenges. She integrates many methods such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Family Systems, and Attachment Theory.

Listening and working to understand others without judgement is central to her life. Her experiences have strengthened her desire to aid others through difficult circumstances. She has a passion for walking alongside others who are looking to gain insight into their challenges and move forward.

Hours

Tuesday afternoon and early evening, Wednesday afternoon, and Thursday evening.

Most insurance coverages accepted.

Joanna Cheung

Clinical Social Worker

D.V.AT.I., B.A., M.S.W., R.S.W.

Joanna is a clinical social worker and a certified art therapist. She obtained her Masters in Social Work in England, U.K. and her diploma in art therapy from the Vancouver Art Therapy Institute. She specializes in areas of chronic and acute mental health, including depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, chronic pain, stress, anger, grief and loss, life transitions, and health related issues. She speaks fluent English and Cantonese, and some Mandarin.

Joanna is a registered member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, the Ontario Association for Social Workers, and the Canadian Art Therapy Association.

Professionally, she is trained in Art Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy and Traumatic Incident Reduction.

Joanna has more than 30 years of social work experience including employment at Refugee Camps in Hong Kong, Child and Family Services in England, Children’s Aid Society and Community Care Services in Toronto, and a hospital mental health clinic in York Region. In addition to her professional experience, Joanna also volunteers in different Christian ministries, including being a Sunday school teacher for many years.

Joanna is compassionate and calm. She understands that culture, race, age, gender, religion, and family form our identity. She takes a holistic and person centered approach when working with clients, empowering, and encouraging them to make positive changes in their lives.

When she has spare time, Joanna enjoys camping and gardening in the summer, reading and cooking in the winter. She enjoys time with her family and friends throughout the year.

Hours

Wednesdays evenings.

All insurance coverages accepted.

Jacqueline Johnston

Psychotherapist

B.A., M.A.C.P., O.A.M.H.P.

Jacqueline provides a supportive, caring and confidential counselling environment in which individuals and couples can acquire strategies for change and growth. Her academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts degree from University of Toronto; former Ontario Teacher Certification with a guidance specialist; a Master of Arts degree in Counselling Psychology; training in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy from OISE and Emotionally Focused Therapy Training.

Drawing on years of life experience including 30+ years of marriage; raising three children; two decades teaching adults, adolescents and children; and 20 years leading caring and support groups in faith-based settings, Jacqueline believes in the value of a holistic counselling approach that recognizes the importance of psychological, emotional, social, physical, and spiritual health.

In her spare time, Jacqueline enjoys spending time with family and friends, and outdoor activities including hiking and kayaking.

Hours

Tuesday & Thursday.
Some evening sessions available.

Stephen Vance

Psychotherapist

B. Math (Computer Science), M. Div (Counselling), R. P., RMFT

Stephen first trained and worked in software engineering (B. Math in Computer Science), but changed careers around 25 years ago to work in counselling and community caring work in a cross-cultural context, including living in China while studying to become conversationally fluent in Mandarin.

Stephen is an empathetic listener who has experience working with people struggling with a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, damaged relationships, burnout, grief and trauma. He is able to provide a safe and supportive counselling experience in which his clients can acquire strategies for change and growth.

Stephen has been married for around 20 years, and is raising two children, each with their unique temperaments and skills. He also cherishes the memory of one son who died as a young baby. In his spare time, Stephen enjoys reading, as well as down time with his family playing games and exploring the outdoors up north.

Trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), EMDR, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Grief Recovery Method (GRM)

Hours

Tuesday (online): 8AM-6PM
Friday (online or in person): 8AM-6PM

Laird Crump

Pastoral Counselling

BTH, MTS, DMin

Laird specializes in pastoral and spiritual direction, temperament analysis, vocational direction, life balance and psycho-educational coaching. His emphasis is in pre-marriage and marriage counseling, clergy care,, general parenting issues, as well as helping parents deal with troubled teens.

Laird completed a Doctorate of Ministry with a research emphasis on marriage ministry. He has been an adjunct faculty member at Tyndale University College and Heritage Seminary.

Laird is an ordained minister and has been involved in pastoral ministry in the GTA for 25 years. For eight years Laird had been on staff with Focus on the Family Canada as the Director of Marriage and Family Ministry. In this role Laird conducted marriage and family training coast to coast across Canad.

Laird was the Canada East Superintendent for the Associated Gospel Churches of Canada. He provided pastor care and leadership consulting for approximately 88 churches in Ontario.

Booking

To book Laird as a speaker or to inquire about couple check-ups, pastoral counselling or clergy care please call him at 416-949-6202 or email him at crumplaird@gmail.com

Kristina Jagassar

Psychotherapist

B.Sc. (Hons), M.Div., R.P., O.A.M.H.P., R.P.

Kristina’s area of special interest and expertise is supporting individuals in crisis at different stages of life. Kristina graduated with a Masters in Clinical Counselling, is registered with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and is a member in good standing of the Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals.

Kristina’s goal is to work within each individual’s unique strengths in a person-centered framework to support in restored hope and empower positive change. Kristina has dedicated more than a decade in working with families, individuals, youth and children who have experienced various forms of trauma including abuse, family and relationship conflict, bullying, various forms of anxiety (ie. OCD, GAD) depression, life’s transitions and every day stress. 

Counselling sessions are about the process of building resilience, goal-setting and developing a toolkit to move you forward to live a balanced life.  Kristina utilizes a combination of different therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Brief Solution-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Family Systems and Attachment Theory to guide her practice. Kristina has specialized training in Motivational Interviewing and facilitates mental health therapy-based, workshops for youth and adults. Kristina’s holistic approach provides support in ways that resonate with clients and creates a safe space where clients feel comfortable to share their thoughts and feelings while being open to feedback and engaging in activities and strategies that can be integrated into daily life. 

Kristina enjoys the outdoors and finds herself hiking while listening to music. Spending time on a combination of workouts and colouring is part of Kristina’s self-care toolkit.

Hours

Mondays
Wednesday Evenings

(Currently: Monday-Thursday Evenings)

All insurance coverage is accepted.

Shelley Burry

Registered Psychotherapist

BRS, MA (Counselling), R.P., O.A.M.H.P

Shelley is a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) at Meadowbrook Counselling. She has a compassionate and integrated approach to counselling as she works with individuals, couples, and families to explore the problem, gain insight, and come up with creative, long-term solutions. Shelley’s areas of interest include anxiety, depression, burnout, grief, marriage conflict, working through trauma, and thriving through transitions. She integrates methods such as Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Attachment Theory/Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems. Shelley brings to counselling a diverse background in various cultures and languages as well as experience in conflict resolution, leadership, and group dynamics.

Shelley loves the ocean, boating, hiking, ethnic food, and travelling. Shelley is married with 3 children.

Hours

Monday and Friday virtual therapy and Tuesdays and Thursdays in-person.

Jennifer Guest

Psychotherapist

M. Div (Clinical Counselling), R.P.

Jennifer looks forward to collaborating with individuals to help them thrive, grow and move forward in their lives. She believes that all aspects of a person’s life (biological, emotional, social, spiritual and psychological) are important to the therapeutic process.

Jennifer utilizes a variety of approaches. Her therapy is influenced by family systems theory as well as Cognitive Behavioral, Narrative, and Emotionally Focused Therapy. She is a trained facilitator in Prepare and Enrich—a marriage assessment tool used in marriage and pre-marital counselling.

Jennifer has experience in working with people with anxiety and depression, grief and loss, self-esteem, family of origin issues, couples counselling, spiritual direction and families who have children with disabilities.

In her spare time Jennifer likes to work in her garden, read, bake and create. She enjoys spending time with her family and pets.

Hours

Monday evenings
Friday afternoons

Jordana Cristini

Psychotherapist

B.A. (Nutrition & Food), MACP, RP

Jordana is a Registered Psychotherapist at Meadowbrook Counselling Associates (supervised by Joey Crump B.R.E., B.A. (Hons), M.S.W., R.S.W.). She has completed her Master’s in Counselling Psychology with Yorkville University and has a BA in Nutrition and Food from Ryerson University.  Jordana has over ten years of experience working in wellness and is a certified Mental Health First Aid instructor.

Jordana has additional certification in DBT, CBT, children and anxiety, as well as body dysmorphia and eating disorders. In practice, Jordana works to create a safe, client-centered atmosphere where the client will be heard and validated. Jordana’s approach to therapy is through a holistic lens that seeks to consider all aspects of the client’s life including their emotional, physical, cultural, intellectual, and occupational self and how it is contributing to their problem.

In her spare time, Jordana enjoys maintaining an active lifestyle through fitness, enjoys gardening and baking, and cherishes moments spent with her husband, two young kids, and their energetic dog.

Hours

In-person Monday evenings, Thursday mornings & Friday afternoons. Afternoon & evening availability throughout the week for virtual.

All insurance coverages accepted.

Brandon Crump

Psychotherapist

BA Psych., MA Counselling Psych., R.P.

Brandon holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a Master’s in Counselling Psychology. In addition, Brandon has a certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) from SickKids learning institute. Brandon also holds a level 1 and 2 certificate in Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) from the Center for Psychology and Emotional Health. Although Brandon is predominantly trained in EFT and CBT, he has additional training in working with clients experiencing trauma, ADHD, eating disorders, shame, anxiety and depression. Brandon is currently undergoing training in animal-assisted therapy (canine and equine) to expand his skills for his clients.

Brandon believes in a holistic approach towards health encompassing emotional, physical, mental and spiritual well-being. Before his career in counselling, Brandon worked in the fitness industry for over a decade with various clients with diverse needs. He is experienced in working with children, teenagers, individuals with special needs, and adults. These experiences have led him to pursue a career in counselling, where he helps his clients with their emotional, physical, and mental well-being. Brandon practices what he preaches. He is a fitness enthusiast who loves his animals and spending time outdoors. Brandon is married with two exceptional children.

Hours

Monday – Saturday: Mornings, Afternoons and Evenings

Josiah Kenniphaas

Psychotherapist

BRE, M.DIV Clinical Counselling, R.P.

Josiah is a therapist at Meadowbrook Counselling. Josiah holds a Bachelor of Religious Education and is currently working on his Master of Divinity in Clinical Counselling.

Josiah is compassionate, patient, and has a heart for people. He has a wealth of life experience, from working as a caseworker in a halfway house to doing computer security with multi-billion-dollar clients in the corporate world. Josiah is currently a licensed minister working as the Lead Pastor of Lakeshore Community Fellowship Church. His love for working with people, particularly men, has led him to pursue a career in counselling to walk with his clients towards emotional, spiritual and mental well-being.

Josiah is an outdoor enthusiast, an avid reader, and loves to play guitar. Josiah is married, and recently he and his wife had their first child.

Millie Owusu

Psychotherapist

B.A. (Sociology), MACP, R.P.

Millie is a Registered Psychotherapist at Meadowbrook Counselling Associates (supervised by Joey Crump B.R.E., B.A. (Hons), M.S.W., R.S.W.). She is in the process of completing her Master’s in Counselling Psychology with Yorkville University and holds a BA in sociology. Millie is certified in ASIST suicide prevention and volunteers as a Crisis Support at Distress Centres, providing support to adolescents, teenagers, adults and the elderly struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, suicidal ideation, trauma, relationship issues and more.

Millie is compassionate, non-judgmental, and an eager therapist who strives to create a safe and inviting environment for people of all cultures, identities, and walks of life. Millie works from a holistic and integrated approach, including Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), strength-based and person-centred interventions. With an emphasis on the therapeutic relationship and inclusivity, Millie strives to support her clients by helping them develop goals and strategies to improve their quality of life.

If you are experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, or feeling stuck, Millie can work with you collaboratively to facilitate resiliency and mitigate problems by developing coping strategies. Millie takes delight in outdoor activities such as gardening, hiking, and beach days but also enjoys a night in with her family, playing board games, watching movies and eating popcorn.

Audrey Le

Psychotherapist

B.R.E., M.Div (Clinical Counseling), R.P.

Audrey is a Registered Psychotherapist and holds a Bachelor of Religious Education and a Master of Divinity in Clinical Counselling.

Audrey has worked for over 15 years with children, youth and families experiencing life transitions, mental health, and emotional and behavioural challenges in a variety of settings.

Audrey takes an integrated, strengths-based approach and draws from evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative, Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT) and Play therapy. She works from a trauma-informed lens and strives to create a safe space for clients to explore, engage and feel empowered.

In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, exploring new cultures, and trying new foods with her husband and 2 boys

Hours

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday afternoons and evenings.

Tina Weidelich

Psychotherapist

Hours

Mondays and Tuesdays

Marilyn Fry

Registered Dietitian

Marilyn Fry is a Registered Dietitian, with extensive experience in pediatric nutrition, eating disorders, diabetes education and healthy lifestyle education. Marilyn’s approach to nutrition support is client centred. She strongly believes that there is not a “one size fits all” approach to dietary interventions. Marilyn’s goal is to provide education and support so that you have the tools to make healthy lifestyle decisions. She is passionate about health and models what she advises of her clients. In her spare time, she enjoys outdoors, recreational running and golf.

Cooperates with Health Insurance Providers.

Booking

Contact Marilyn at marilynfryrd@gmail.com

Kerry McRorie

Psychotherapist

B.Ed., M.Ed., MACP, R.P.

Kerry is a Registered Psychotherapist at Meadowbrook Counselling and Healthcare Associates. She holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University, a Master of Education in Developmental Psychology and Education from the University of Toronto (O.I.S.E.), a Bachelor of Education from Queen’s University, and an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Family and Child Studies from the University of Guelph.

In her former career, Kerry was a K-6 classroom teacher with additional qualifications in Special Education. Her approach to therapy is strengths-based and person-centred, and she aims to create a safe, inclusive, and judgment-free space for every client. Kerry brings a 20-year lived experience with chronic pain to her work and believes that resiliency can be found and built upon through the therapeutic process.

Kerry is Certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and trauma- focused cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). She is trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT). Kerry is also an ADHD Certified Clinical Service Provider. Kerry works with children (6+), teens, and individual adults. In her free time, Kerry enjoys hiking, baking, knitting, and spending time with family and friends. She is married with two adult children.

Sam Moore

Psychotherapist

BA (Psychology)., M. Div (Clinical Counselling), R.P.

Sam holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Masters of Divinity in Clinical Counselling from Tyndale University. 

Sam is a friendly person who finds joy in empathetically supporting people through life’s various circumstances. He draws on his life experience to better serve his clients. These experiences include living in Central America, working with people of all ages in casual settings like camps and schools, and in clinical settings like hospitals. He has also held leadership roles in a variety of environments, including church, school and as an account executive.

Sam’s journey through life thus far has ultimately led him to a career in Psychotherapy. He hopes to use his experiences and training to help clients gain insight into their issues and give them the tools to take action so that they can grow and thrive. Sam works with youth (16+) and adults.

In his spare time, he enjoys being outside, spending time with his family and making music with his kids. Sam is married and shares 3 children with his wife.

Kristen Turner

Psychotherapist

B.A. (Psychology), MACP, RP

Kristen is an therapist at Meadowbrook Counselling Associates. She is in the process of completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. Kristen holds a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) from Western University and a graduate certificate in Autism and Behavioural Science from George Brown College.

Kristen has over three years of experience working with children and adults with autism spectrum disorder and volunteers at a local distress center. Through these opportunities, she has quickly become an advocate for empowering others and improving the health and wellness of people in the community. In practice, Kristen demonstrates trust, compassion, and collaboration and works hard to understand all aspects of the client’s life.

Kristen leads a very active lifestyle and has a passion for fitness. In addition, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends and listening to some of her favorite podcasts.

Lydia Fahim

RP (Qualifying)

Lydia is a therapist at Meadowbrook Counselling (supervised by Joey Crump B.R.E., B.A. (Hons), M.S.W., R.S.W.). Lydia holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts and a Master of Divinity in Clinical Counselling.

Lydia is compassionate, empathetic, and a good listener. She has volunteer experience in dealing with youth from day-to-day to life-threatening issues. Her experience allowed her to advocate for individuals by empowering them. These experiences have led her to further educate herself and pursue a career in counselling to properly advocate for individuals, and walk with them in their journey towards emotional, and mental well-being.

Lydia enjoys hiking, reading, and spending time with family and friends.

Evan Frith

Psychotherapist

BA (Business), M. Div Clinical Counselling, R.P. 

Evan is an empathetic clinical counsellor who brings a wealth of personal and professional experience to his practice. With over 20 years experience in the corporate world, predominantly in various leadership roles, Evan has honed skills in cultivating growth mindsets and strength-based development of diverse individuals and teams. In counselling, he takes a systems and client-centric approach, focused on safely supporting clients as they journey through the personal and professional challenges and opportunities of life, leveraging their own strengths to achieve their goals.

Married with three children, Evan cherishes spending time with his family, especially enjoying moments outdoors by the ocean on Canada’s coasts or hiking trails near his Ontario home. These personal experiences enrich Evan’s empathetic and family-centered approach to counselling that incorporates a holistic emotional, physical and spiritual framework, fostering a warm and supportive environment for clients.

Evan holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a Master of Divinity in Clinical Counselling from Tyndale University. 

Evan works with individuals and couples, both in person in Markham and online through secure video sessions.

Catherine Matthew

Registered Psychotherapist

RP, B.A. (Psychology) and M.A. (Counselling Psychology)

Catherine offers a warm, compassionate environment where individuals can explore difficult emotions and life challenges. She works alongside her clients to identify individual strengths that foster meaningful change and deeper connections. Catherine combines years of experience working with teens, young adults, and women in outreach programs with her personal journey through marriage and motherhood. These experiences deepen her understanding of how life’s challenges can profoundly impact mental health and well-being.

Catherine takes a holistic approach, considering the mental, physical, emotional, social, cultural, and spiritual aspects of each person’s unique experience. She works with a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and relational injuries. Catherine takes an integrative approach, drawing from Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Narrative Therapy. She is also committed to ongoing training to best support her clients.

In her spare time, Catherine enjoys hiking, reading, singing, biking, and spending time with family and friends.

Judy Rentenaar

Registered Social Worker

I am a Registered Social Worker with an extensive wealth of experience in supporting Adults across community mental health, hospital settings and private practice settings. My clinical work has focused on helping individuals navigate emotional and behavioural challenges including anxiety, grief, bereavement, trauma and major life transitions. I also support families and caregivers with relationship issues, family dynamics, and behavioural concerns.

I also have been part of a peer support team for employees at a provincial level across the province. This work is primarily focused around those employees who face trauma related work incidents in the provincial emergency services.

My approach is integrative and trauma-informed, drawing on emotional-focused, narrative, internal family systems, brief therapy, and mindfulness-based therapy.

My expressive art training has also been utilized as an alternative effective modality.
I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to create meaningful change.

As a mother of four children, I understand the many challenges women face throughout their life stages.

Lydia Tony

RP (Qualifying)

BSc (Hons), MDiv Candidate, RP (Qualifying)

Lydia is a therapist at Meadowbrook Counselling (supervised by Lindsay
Thalla (MMT, RP, MTA)). Lydia holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a focus on
Biomedical Sciences from York University and has completed the requirements for a
Master of Divinity in Clinical Counselling from Tyndale University.

Lydia has a family systems framework and draws from Emotionally Focused
Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in her
therapeutic approach. She takes a stance of non-judgment and humility, as well as
a client-centered approach to care. She is open to working with a wide range of
issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and relational
and daily stressors.

In her spare time, Lydia enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading,
singing, and playing board games.

Erin Wagner

RP (Qualifying)

MCAP (Cand), RP (Qualifying)

Erin Wagner is a therapist at Meadowbrook Counselling, supervised by Joey Crump (MSW, RSW). She is currently completing her Master of Arts in Counselling and Psychotherapy at Yorkville University. Erin is passionate about helping individuals discover their true selves and live a free and authentic life.

Erin is a compassionate, calm, and approachable individual who is dedicated to supporting others through their challenges and helping them gain deeper self-understanding.

She maintains a client-centered, non-judgmental stance and loves supporting clients through issues such as anxiety, depression, people-pleasing, perfectionism, grief, and relational injuries.

Her therapeutic approach incorporates a variety of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, psychodynamic, and humanistic approaches. She has a particular interest in the mind-body connection.

Outside of her professional work, she enjoys staying active through hiking, yoga, and Pilates. She also finds peace and inspiration in taking her rescue dog on long walks in nature.

Bethany Abramson

Intern Therapist

BA, MDiv. (Candidate)

Bethany is an intern at Meadowbrook, supervised by both Joey Crump and Jennifer Gust.

Bethany brings a diverse background in education, social services, and mental health, with experience living and working in the United States, Sweden, and Canada.

Throughout her career, she has supported individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and has also worked in schools with students of various ages. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education with a concentration in Social Studies and History from North Park University in Chicago, Illinois, and is currently completing her Master of Divinity in Clinical Counselling at Tyndale University.

Bethany believes that every person’s story is unique and deserving of compassion and respect.  She is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and understood. Her experiences living in three different countries have deepened her appreciation for the ways culture, identity, and life experiences shape each individual’s perspective and journey.

Bethany integrates different modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy as well as Family Systems. She works with adults, youth, people in transition and individuals experiencing anxiety.

Cynthia Vance

Intern Therapist

BA, BEd., Ontario College of Teachers, MDiv (Candidate)

Cynthia is an intern therapist, supervised by Lindsay Thalla (MMT, RP, MTA).

After earning a BA and BEd., Cynthia has supported and advocated for special education students and Canadian newcomers in her teaching career. In a faith-based setting, she facilitates leadership groups, mentors young adults, and speaks to young people about mental health and life direction. Drawing on her life experience, she has also spoken about facing grief (infant loss), and she supports couples preparing for marriage using the Prepare and Enrich program.

Currently, she is completing an MDiv in Clinical Counselling at Tyndale University. She listens empathically and uses therapeutic approaches including Narrative therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Solution Focussed Therapy to journey with people as they grow and change. She believes that small changes can make a big difference.

In her free time, Cynthia enjoys spending time with her husband and teens, exploring nature, working out with colleagues, and pursuing her interest in photography.

Victoria McCartney

RP (Qualifying)

RP (Qualifying), BA, MA (Counselling Psychology)

Victoria is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. She holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and a bachelor’s degree from Western Michigan University.

Victoria’s goal is to create a warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to be themselves. She believes that no two people are the same and uses an integrative, person-centred approach to ensure therapy reflects each client’s unique needs, strengths, experiences, and goals. Victoria supports clients in developing greater self-understanding, building resilience, strengthening coping skills, and creating meaningful change in their lives.

Victoria draws from a combination of therapeutic approaches, including integrative therapy, humanistic and person-centred therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and psychodynamic approaches. She also incorporates skills from Dialectical Behaviour Therapy to support emotional regulation, distress tolerance, communication, and coping. Therapy may involve developing practical strategies, exploring patterns from past experiences and relationships, building greater self-awareness, and creating meaningful change that can be carried into everyday life.

Outside of the therapy room, Victoria enjoys making music, staying active, spending time with the people she loves, and finding new creative outlets.

Gillian McCarthy

Administrative Assistant

Gillian is MCHA’s Virtual Administrative Assistant to Joey Crump. Her extensive background in client services management will ensure you are treated to a timely & resourceful scheduling experience. You will enjoy her professional communication skills and friendly demeanour as she works to inspire your trust with her ethical and confidential approach to this role.

Bethany Beckman

Administrative Assistant

Bethany is known for her warm and caring approach, shaped by her experience both as an administrative assistant and a veterinary technician. You will find her receptive and supportive to all your scheduling and administrative needs.