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.

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. 

Osinachi is a legal professional with a Bachelor of Law (LL.B) degree and a Barrister-at-Law (B.L.) qualification and currently pursuing a Master of Counselling degree. Osinachi’s foundation in jurisprudence and advocacy positions her to intentionally pursue justice and the protection of the vulnerable. Her transition from the courtroom to the counselling room is driven by a profound persuasion that timely supports intervention and empathy and can greatly transform lives and societies as well as curb mental health issues before they deepen into uncontrollable crises.

She leans on her interdisciplinary standpoint to provide holistic, justice-informed support for the well-being and resilience across all ages. She is committed to respecting human dignity and providing a safe, nonjudgmental, and client-centered space for clients to explore their thoughts without fear of harm. Osinachi is driven by a core belief that every client deserves the chance and freedom to thrive while being supported towards healing and growth.

Nkiruka holds a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She is an Associate Member of the Canadian Association for Couple and Family Therapy (CACFT) and a Professional Member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). Nkiruka works with individuals, couples, and families in various areas including anger management, grief, anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, marital issues, relationships, life transitions, stress, and burnout. Currently, Nkiruka serves as the Child Youth and Family Rapid Access Counsellor. 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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