Ben is currently the Clinical Director of the EHN Red Deer Recovery Community.  He moved to Red Deer from BC, where he was working in an inpatient treatment facility to be apart of opening the Recovery Community in Red Deer.  Ben has over ten years of experience in recovery through professional and personal experience.  The bulk of his experience has been within recovery-orientated systems of care.  Ben recently completed his Master of Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier University.  This involved conducting research on individuals' perceptions of care while attending inpatient treatment for substance use disorder.  In his free time, Ben participates in Competitive Strongman becoming Alberta's Strongest Man in 2024. 

Crystal is the Executive Director of EHN Outpatient Services. She has worked in the healthcare field since the mid-1990s. Crystal holds a Master of Social Work and has certifications in Cognitive Processing Therapy, Seeking Safety, and Trauma-Informed Leadership. She is dedicated to providing accessible, evidence-based treatment. Crystal believes in fostering a culture of safety, quality, and excellence to ensure every client receives the highest standard of care.

Dr. Amanda Tobe is passionate about helping professionals, leaders, and students overcome performance anxiety and build fulfilling careers. She guides clients through their job search journey, infusing each step with values that align with their professional aspirations.  In addition, Amanda is the author of a 10-week public speaking group designed to help her members fear less and speak more. She is a solutions-oriented practitioner who is known for her ability to identify resources, invent activities and even leverage technology to support her clients in reaching their career goals. Amanda earned her Masters and PhD in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from the University of Guelph and is a member of the College of Psychologists of Ontario.  

Jonathan Rom (he/him) is a Qualifying Registered Psychotherapist, MD, and public health expert. With his global health background, and a focus on adult ADHD, mood, and anxiety disorders, Jonathan's primary passion is demystifying counselling and welcoming clients into the collaborative, rewarding work of self-discovery and healing. 

Dr. Meagan Yarmey is an insightful clinician, researcher, and educator with over 20 years of experience in higher education and the private sector. Her background includes clinical treatment and health promotion, research and evaluation, and various leadership capacities within the mental and behavioural health and wellbeing sector. In addition to a PhD in Social Psychology from York University, Meagan’s academic credentials include a MSW in Clinical Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier, a MA in Community Psychology from University of Toronto, and an BA in Psychology from the University of Guelph.  

Dr. Suanne Wong is senior director of business development at EHN Canada. She studied and practiced medicine in the UK for seven years before returning to Canada, where she has thrived in combining her clinical background with business strategy and leadership. Wong is passionate about high-quality patient care and is proud to be working with the growing team at EHN Canada, helping to build a path towards mental-health care that is accessible, affordable and excellent.

Hi! I’m Tatijana. At the heart of my work is a passion for the science and art of human emotion, thought, and behavior. At Busic Psychology, we embed anti-racism and anti-oppression frameworks into everything we do, ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment.

I focus on fostering resilience, well-being, and meaningful leadership, both for individuals and teams. Personal transformation is powerful—and yes, it can be fun! Clients often laugh and cry with me as we explore their lives and aspirations together.

Emily is a dedicated wellness counsellor at Guardians Gateway Recovery Center, where she specializes in trauma-informed, bottom-up approaches to healing. With over a decade of experience, Emily integrates a holistic framework in her practice, combining movement, mindfulness, and therapeutic techniques to help individuals reconnect with their bodies and process emotions trapped by traumatic experiences. 

Through her compassionate approach, Emily strives to empower individuals to reconnect with their bodies, release stored emotions, and rediscover a sense of wholeness and balance." 

Geoff Ingram is a reformed political staffer who left politics to get sober. After attending EHN Edgewood Nanaimo, Geoff discovered a passion for working with individuals suffering from addictions and mental health issues. He has been working at EHN Edgewood Nanaimo for almost five years working as clinical support staff, research assistant and counsellor. At the same time, he completed a BA in Psychology with an addictions certificate from Vancouver Island University. Currently, Geoff is attending McGill University working on a Master of Science in Public Health and hopes to continue serving the addictions community

Jordan Anderson

Executive Director, Alpha House Recovery Community
Chair, Back Door Mission Charity (Oshawa)

Jordan Anderson is a Registered Psychotherapist and the Executive Director of Alpha House Recovery Community. With lived experience in addiction recovery, he has dedicated his career to helping individuals overcome substance use and mental health challenges. As Chair of the Board for Back Door Mission Charity in Oshawa, he advocates for accessible and inclusive care for vulnerable populations.

Through his leadership, clinical expertise, and personal experience, Jordan remains deeply committed to supporting individuals in recovery. He continues to advocate for accessible addiction treatment and works to ensure that those struggling with substance use receive the care, dignity, and compassion they deserve.

Kim is the Founder of Frame of Mind Coaching®. Recognized as a pioneer in the field of leadership coaching and thought mastery, Kim uses her unique philosophy and quirky coaching style to help leaders identify their blind spots and learn to direct their thinking to achieve extraordinary results. Author, speaker, entrepreneur, coach, and mom of five, Kim’s claim to fame is teaching her powerful coaching process to leaders, executives and entrepreneurs worldwide. Kim has been a featured speaker for organizations including Microsoft, TEC, Vistage, PMI, WIT, SHRM and more.

She is the National Research Coordinator for EHN Canada. Lindsey began implementing research initiatives at EHN Edgewood Nanaimo in 2018 and has worked to roll out the protocol across the network over the past year. Her team has published multiple peer-reviewed articles on EHN Canada’s treatment outcomes and is working on several projects dedicated to determining predictors of attrition. She’s currently leading measurement-based care initiatives at EHN to inform treatment and maximize outcomes. Lindsey is also working towards her doctoral degree in clinical psychology and works closely with individuals with addiction and concurrent mental health concerns which helps inform her research. 

Marsha is leading the development of a Psychological Health & Safety Policy at Agnico Eagle Mines Limited. Her role as a Mental Health & Addictions Consultant merges over six years of psychotherapy experience with a passion for workplace mental wellness. She has crafted educational materials and facilitated training that underscores her commitment to enhancing psychological resilience within the mining sector. 

 As a Cancer survivor of 12 years (As of March 26, 2025), and a patient who has been through a half-year of chemotherapy treatment, surgeries, and countless checkups for Ewing's Sarcoma, Michael has a unique understanding of what it means to be sick, recovered, and everything in between. 

Inspired by his experience, Michael chooses to try and live his life to the fullest as a full-time musician, producing and recording music for artists, playing drums on stages in L.A., Texas, Vancouver, and his hometown of Toronto, and fulfilling his dream despite the many challenges that arise in such a precarious field. Michael hopes to navigate the mental and emotional challenges of navigating the long-lasting effects of illness and having a positive, but honest, outlook on life. 

Monika Frejlich is an accomplished government relations and communications professional with a strong track record across the public and non-profit sectors. Her policy insight and ability to assess frontline challenges led her to serve within the Ontario Government, contributing to ministry-level initiatives and strategic priorities. 

Now, as Vice President of Communications for the Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation (CACCF), she leads national communications strategy, government relations, and public education initiatives.

Monika has been recognized not only for her strategic clarity and collaborative approach, but also for her unique ability to identify systemic gaps—and build the solutions, partnerships, and programs required to close them. Most recently, she has played a key role in developing standardized Intimate Partner Violence training for police services across Canada.

Nick is a firefighter of 15 years, registered psychotherapist, founder of After the Call (a free online resource for first responders and their families), and a research collaborator with McMaster and Western University. Nick has publications with the FireWell research lab, Crackyl Magazine, Firefighting in Canada and Canadian Firefighting, International Firefighting, Firefighter Nation and other publications. He’s appeared in news articles and on podcasts discussing, and critiquing, the state of mental health education and treatment in Canadian Firefighting. He’s also the Clinical Director for the EHN Guardians Gateway centre and will be beginning a PhD with Western University in the Fall looking at the mental health impacts of volunteer Firefighters.

R. Nicholas Carleton is a Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Regina, Director of the Psychological Trauma and Stress Systems Lab, and a registered clinical psychologist in Saskatchewan. He serves as an active member of several national and international professional associations, and as a volunteer research advisor for numerous organizations. 

He focuses on the mental health of first responders and other public safety personnel. He has published 270+ peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, completed 500+ national and international conference presentations, and been awarded $100M+ in competitive funding. 

Simon Spichak is the founder of a low-cost mental health clinic in Canada called Resolvve. He's also a freelance science and tech reporter, with an MSc in neuroscience. His work is featured across news outlets including Being Patient, New York Times, Atmos Earth, TVO Today, and The Daily Beast. He can usually be found drinking coffee or hanging out with his hedgehog.

Sydney Marcoux is the clinical director of Victim Services of Durham Region, bringing with her a wealth of experience and a passion for serving Durham Region. With a Master's degree in Social Work, Sydney has developed her skillset through various roles in both community and private practice settings, including hospital-based and community justice environments.

Sydney's approach is deeply rooted in trauma-informed and anti-oppressive practices, ensuring that all individuals receive support in a safe and empowering manner. As a leader within the VSDR team, she provides guidance and expertise in frontline areas such as intimate partner violence, sexual violence, and human trafficking.