Meet the team
Welcome! We are a team of therapists with varying degrees of specializations. We offer individual therapy to children, youth and adults as well as couples and family therapy.
Ellis Palmero, MA, RP (Clinical director)
*By Referral only, existing clients can reach out at any time.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. I have over 7 years experience as a therapist. I work with children (8+), teens, youth and adults and I specialize primarily on anxiety disorders (worries, fears, and panic), stress management, substance abuse, emotional regulation, immigration related issues and interpersonal communication. My main therapeutic approaches are CBT, DBT, Solution Focused Therapy and Mindfulness which are tailored to the specific needs of each client. I am fluent in both English and Spanish and able to see refugee claimants and Registered First Nations people.
Sherri Tanchak, PhD, MSW, RSW
Sherri has a PhD in Social Work and has previously worked as a frontline worker, advocate, counsellor, policy analyst, researcher and post-secondary social work instructor. Over the last three years, she has predominantly focused her career as a therapist offering services to adults and adolescents seeking support with anxiety, depression, domestic violence, bullying and harassment, grief and bereavement, occupational stress and trauma, and sexual assault. Sherri also has experience providing couples/relationships therapy and can provide trauma therapy. Sherri is a provider able to see Registered First Nations People.
Christine Winkle, RSSW
*Not accepting clients.
Christine has more than 7 years experience as a therapist. She works with folks from a person-centered and trauma informed approach guided in modalities of Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Somatic practices, Dialectical-Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). She supports folks struggling with depression, mood disorders, anxiety, anger, stress, attachment, relationships, substance abuse, trauma, and nervous system dysregulation. Christine works with clients older than 15 years old, youth and adults.
Olga Shik, RP (Qualifying)
Olga is a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology Intern at Yorkville University. She has a rich background that spans several fields, including Athletic Therapy and First Response. With a keen interest in the interplay between mental and physical health, Olga brings a holistic perspective to her practice, recognizing the profound impact this relationship has on the human body and psyche. She specializes in working with anxiety, depression, self-compassion, and self-esteem as well as other mental health challenges.
Olga will be offering therapy at affordable rates. She works with teens older than 14 years old, youth and adults.
Johanna Martin, MSW, RSW
Johanna has worked for over 13 years with domestic violence, child welfare, mental health, and the custody and access sectors. She has worked with clients ranging from children (5+) to adults experiencing a variety of psychosocial issues. Johanna specializes in working with children and families that are impacted by trauma, chronic stress, emotional dysregulation, mental health issues, substance use, divorce/separation, caregiver conflict, and family discord. Johanna is fluent in English and Spanish.
Please note: Booking is available online. Calls and emails will be answered within 24 hours. Returning clients can contact their respective therapist directly to be scheduled or book directly on the client portal.