Kukua (Kay) is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and has joined Sandstone as a Student Intern, under the supervision of Rachael Riethman. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Psychology at Carleton University and has completed her course work for her Master of Arts Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University.

Kay also works as an educational therapist where she supports children with learning challenges and/or neurodiversities to pursue their academic achievements in a conducive space.

Kay is currently accepting youth and adult clients for in-person and virtual appointment. She looks forward to supporting client with general mental health concerns including anxiety, social anxiety, low self-esteem, school/work stress, emotional regulation, low mood.

Limited diversity in the mental health profession inspired Kay to pursue a career in counselling psychology with a goal of providing representation for people of colour as well as the underrepresented in our society.

Kay is interested in helping people develop the skills to navigate their challenges using a strengths-based approach. She has a passion for supporting youth at risk or involved with the criminal justice system. She aims to create a safe and non-judgemental space for her clients as they navigate their challenges and develop the skills to cope with them.

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Bethan earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Queen’s University and a Master of Arts degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University.

She is passionate about providing support and equipping individuals with the tools necessary to navigate challenges involving anxiety, depression, relationships, emotional regulation, self-awareness, and self-esteem.

Dedicated to creating a safe and nonjudgmental space, she adopts a client-centered and integrative therapeutic approach tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. Her therapeutic framework draws from various methodologies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment Theory, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).

She works under the clinical supervision of Rachael Riethman, a Registered Psychotherapist.

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Jordan is a Registered Psychotherapist with a Master of Education (MEd) in Counselling Psychology, Counselling and Psychotherapy field from the University of Toronto.

She has worked with clients suffering from ADHD, Depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and Grief. She is deeply committed to fostering a welcoming and client-centered environment. Each therapeutic experience will be individually tailored to each person through collaboration and compassion.

Jordan’s therapy is person-centered, with elements of Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Gestalt Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). This approach allows her to learn, recognise, and trust human potential while also providing empathy and unconditional positive regard to clients in order to facilitate change.

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Katy holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. She also earned an Honours degree in Psychology from Carleton University and a Bachelor of Education from the University of Ottawa.

With 25 years of experience as an elementary educator, she approaches clients with warmth, curiosity, and compassion, focusing on building strong relationships based on respect, collaboration, and communication. She strongly believes in the value of collaboration within therapy, partnering with clients to identify their objectives and leverage their strengths to attain their goals. Whether in person or virtually, she assists adults & couples in coping better and more effectively with life’s challenges, such as stress, anxiety, and depression.

She follows an integrative approach that incorporates elements from Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).

She is clinically supervised by Rachael Riethman, Registered Psychotherapist.

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Rosa has spent 20 years in the business sector cultivating client relationships as a sales executive, which helped lead her to pursue her passion to work in the field of counselling.

She earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology with Distinction from Queens University and her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University.

She is interested in helping individuals grow by increasing their self-awareness, giving them tools to navigate challenges, and supporting them in their journeys.

Rosa provides a safe, welcoming space for clients so that together they can explore and process experiences, learn new perspectives, and empower clients towards reaching their therapeutic goals.

Rosa uses an integrated approach that draws on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), and Mindfulness therapy modalities.

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Rachael provides psychotherapy to individuals and couples.

Whether you are experiencing depression, anxiety, school or work stress, relationship difficulties, or you are looking for someone to talk through your current situation, Rachael provides genuine compassion and warmth to support you. Drawing on a variety of approaches, such as solution-focused, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, strength-based, or acceptance and commitment, Rachael will work with you on your journey to rediscovering your true and authentic self.

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Amanda is a Registered Psychotherapist with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University.

Amanda has been working for a non-profit organization since 2017, where she facilitates an addiction recovery program for people who have been incarcerated. This work has provided her with extensive knowledge of addiction as well as experience working with people who are constantly striving to improve various aspects of their lives. She has also served as a mentor for many undergraduate university students who are just starting out in her field.

Soon after starting her work in addictions, Amanda realized how much experience she was gaining from the various mental health challenges that come with substance abuse. This motivated her to pursue graduate studies in the hopes of eventually expanding her clientele and assisting people who face unique challenges. Amanda is excited to bring a holistic approach to her psychotherapy practice as she helps her clients deal with life’s challenges.

In her down time, Amanda likes to spend time with loved ones, particularly her two giant-breed dogs. She also has a passion for health and fitness.

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