Counselling Services

Marriage and Family Therapist

Eric has a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Master's degree of Arts in Religion and a Bachelor's degree of Arts in Psychology. He is a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist, supervisor/mentor (RMFT-SM as a member of CAMFT) and a Clinical Fellow (as a member of AAMFT). He is an approved Supervisor (CAMFT and AAMFT). Eric works with couples, families and individuals providing support through various life events. Eric is trained in Family Systems Trauma to help families dealing with difficult circumstances. Eric has taken Dynamic Attachment Re-patterning Experience (DARE) for working with couples. He has done work as a behavioural consultant, and employment consultant work with individuals with developmental impairments and children and adults with Autism. Eric started working at Catholic Family Services in August 2014.

Marlene has a Masters of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy. She is a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist and Clinical Supervisor (qualifying) with the Canadian Association for Marriage and Family Therapy.  Marlene works with individuals, couples and families in the areas of: grief and complicated grief, post traumatic stress, relationships, life transitions, parenting and spirituality. Marlene has training in EMI (in working with trauma and EFT (Emotionally focused therapy). August 2022 marks 10 years that Marlene has been with CFSPA. She believes that everyone needs a "fair witness" in their journey.

David has a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy. He is a Registered member of the Canadian Association for Couple and Family Therapy (CACFT) and a Certified member of the Canadian Association for Play Therapy (CAPT). David uses therapeutic play when joining with children, as young as four years old, as well as exploring needs with couples, families, adults, and seniors. Additionally, David has training in childhood trauma, attachment, grief and loss, relationships, and brain development. He has cross-cultural experience with children and families, promoting cultural awareness and spirituality. David hopes that people will experience Shalom--wholeness, peace, thriving, and fullness--in each aspect of their life, including their relational, mental, social, physical, and spiritual wellness. David enjoys connecting with people, hearing their stories, and coming alongside to empower their journey to wholeness.

Leah has her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) from Yorkville University. Leah is a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) through the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association and a professional member of the CCPA. Leah works with individuals (including kids, teens, and adults), couples, and families in the following areas: trauma, childhood trauma, attachment trauma, grief and loss, emotional regulation (anger, anxiety, depression, etc.),relationships, stress and burnout, thoughts of suicide and suicide postvention, life transitions and changes, and any other hardships you might be facing.  Leah is the rapid access counsellor for suicide postvention.  She is EMDR trained and pursuing her EMDR certification.  Leah embodies a client centered approach, ensuring that you receive care that is focused on and tailored to your needs.  She will work with you to understand the root cause of your issue, and move you towards healing.

Erica graduated in 2016 with a Bachelor in Music Therapy (MTA) from the Canadian Mennonite University in Winnipeg, MB. Following several years of supporting clients through music she explored further education and completed a Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology in 2025 through Yorkville University in New Brunswick. With a focus on client strengths and inner capabilities, Erica strives to highlight the successes of her clients and support them as they engage in positive change. Erica is currently completing her Certified Counsellor credentials.

Isabella graduated in 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of Saskatchewan’s Prince Albert Campus. She is currently enrolled in the Master of Arts Counselling Psychology program at Yorkville University in New Brunswick, where she is in the final stages of her studies and completing her practicum with Catholic Family Services. Isabella works with children, teenagers, and adults across a variety of areas. As a qualifying counsellor, she is committed to supporting individuals on their healing and personal growth journey. 

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Andrea is a counselling intern who brings a warm, compassionate, grounded presence to her work with clients of all ages. With a background in teaching and mediation, she offers a supportive space for healing, self-acceptance, and personal growth. Andrea is committed to walking alongside clients with empathy and respect as they navigate life's challenges.