Team Members

Caelin Richmond began working with individuals with developmental disabilities in 2008 in Sylvan Lake, Alberta, prior to moving to Edmonton. Caelin worked directly with adults, adolescents and children with disabilities providing day-to-day supports while attending the University of Alberta. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Linguistics in 2014 and has completed her Master’s Degree in Counselling from the Athabasca University in 2020.

Breana is a Registered Social Worker who holds an undergraduate degree in Social Work from the University of Victoria and Master’s degree in Social Work with a Clinical Specialization from University of Calgary. Breana has been employed as a social worker for over ten years, she is registered with the Alberta College of Social Workers and is a member in good standing.

Dr. Yogesh Thakker is a Consultant Psychiatrist. Dr. Thakker prescribes medications for a variety of mental health conditions. He provides a comprehensive assessment of your presenting concern, discusses the diagnoses and treatment options including medications with you.

Holly has received a Master’s Degree in Social Work with a Clinical Specialization from the University of Calgary. She has over 14 years in the mental health field and has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with various diagnoses and challenges. She has also worked as a Clinical Supervisor of a complex needs mental health team. Holly recognizes that you are the expert in your own life and will be treated as such. She will approach your time together genuinely and authentically.

Billie-Jo Stewart is a Registered Psychologist who practices using a client-centered approach. She has been counselling for over 16 years within the Addiction and Mental Health field. Billie-Jo has worked in community program settings, individual counselling and group settings. She has worked with adolescent and adult populations. Billie-Jo has served in various capacities within the public health system including Addiction Counsellor, Mental Health Therapist and Supervisor throughout her career.

Paul Lam is a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists. He has a Master's degree in Psychology, specializing in clinical psychology, and has done his clinical training in Alberta. Paul has been trained in Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE), Eye Movement Desensitization Therapy (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), sex addiction, and hypnosis.

Deepa Thomas is a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists. She has her Masters degree in Applied Psychology with a specialization in Clinical Psychology and a pre-doctoral degree in Medical and Social Psychology with emphasis on Psychiatry, Neuropsychology and Clinical Psychology. She is currently pursuing her doctoral degree in Forensic Psychology.

Roopa is an Autism consultant, she supports children, adolescents, and adults with Autism spectrum disorder and their families and support staff.

Roopa uses psychological and behavioral strategies to improve quality of life of people with Autism spectrum disorder.

Shelina is a registered social worker with the AB College of social workers and received her Master’s in Social Work from Dalhousie University specializing in child and family therapy. She has over 20 years of experience working in mental health, stress management, children and youth issues, adult mental health and crisis counseling.

Tracy is passionate about supporting individuals, couples, children, youth, and families during challenging times. She utilizes a client-centered perspective and draws from strength-based approaches, such as acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive- behavioural therapy, solution-focused therapy, psychodynamic therapy, play therapy, and family therapy to help individuals work towards their desired goals. She works collaboratively with each of her clients to ensure their needs and hopes from therapy are being addressed as she believes clients are the experts of their own experiences and have the ability to develop a sense of empowerment within themselves.

Dr Nagendra M Sampath is a consultant psychiatrist with over 17 years of experience in the field of psychiatry. Dr Sampath is a medical doctor trained in the assessment and treatment of major and minor mental disorders in adults with a special interest in mood disorders, anxiety disorders and developmental disabilities.

Dr. Tanya Wasielewski is a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists. She has a Doctoral degree in Psychology and has specialized in clinical psychology, with additional experience and specialization in educational psychology.