Counselling Services

Eric has a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (2013),Master's degree of Arts in Religion (1998) and a Bachelor's degree of Arts in Psychology (1995). He is a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist, supervisor/mentor (RMFT-SM as a member of CAMFT). He is an approved Supervisor/Mentor (CAMFT). 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 studied Secure: Healing Attachment Wounds in Individuals and Couples as well as Dynamic Attachment Re-patterning Experience (DARe). He has done work as a behavioral 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.

Kindly note that Eric has limited availability.

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. Erica obtained her credential as a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) in 2025. 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.

Isabella graduated in 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of Saskatchewan’s Prince Albert Campus. In May 2025, she began her practicum with Catholic Family Services and continued her professional development while completing her graduate studies. She graduated in December 2025 with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University in New Brunswick. Isabella works with children, pre-teens, teenagers, and adults across a variety of concerns. Since the start of the 2025 school year, she has been providing counselling services within the Catholic School Division, supporting students in their emotional well-being and personal growth. Isabella has a strong interest in trauma-informed care and women’s mental health. She is committed to supporting individuals on their healing journeys. Isabella is currently in the process of obtaining her Certified Counsellor credentials.

Nkiruka holds a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She is a Canadian Certified Counsellor through the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA), an Associate Member of the Canadian Association for Couple and Family Therapy (CACFT),and a Professional Member of the CCPA. Nkiruka works with individuals, couples, and families, providing support through their various life events and seasons. Having acquired additional training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), Nkiruka particularly loves working with individuals and couples as they navigate marital and relationship issues. She is pursuing her EFCT Certification and looks forward to providing even more support through marriage and relationship counselling. She embodies a culturally sensitive, collaborative, and client-centred approach in therapy, ensuring her clients receive care tailored to their needs.

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