Our Team

Our clinical team is trained in many therapeutic approaches to suit our clients’ needs.

We tailor treatment to you based on the initial assessment and evidence-based recommendations.
Not sure which approach is right for you? Our team is trained in:

 

Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)

Emotion-Focused Therapy for Couples (EFT-C)

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Behavioural Sleep Medicine / CBT for Insomnia (CBT-I)

Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Trauma-Informed Care

Mindfulness

Narrative Therapy

Solution-Focused Therapy

Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)

Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Attachment-Based Approaches

Interpersonal Psychotherapy

Our Clinical Team

PRISMA treatment providers are all professionals registered with a regulatory college. We must adhere to our code of ethics and fulfill continuing education requirements to maintain our registration in good standing.

We engage in ongoing professional development and programs to provide our clients with the most appropriate and up-to-date care.

Dr. Iara Da Costa
Psychologist, Clinic Director

I am an active participant in our conversations and bring authenticity and humour to our interactions. I combine a great deal of empathy and compassion with gentle calls to accountability and change.

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Janice Weintraub
Psychological Associate

Through a developmental lens, I can help you bring context to your concerns, see unhelpful patterns, and change portions of the picture that don’t serve you so you can show up differently in small moments and in big ones.

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Nicole Masil
Social Worker

My therapeutic stance is one of respect and active engagement. I like to explore resiliency, knowledge, aspirations and resources, while gently redirecting thinking and behavioural patterns so you can feel connected to yourself and others. 

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Karla Belfon
Social Worker

I believe that human connection is transformative. My approach to change is collaborative, compassionate and based on mutual respect and honesty. Conversations often lead back to the themes of acceptance, resilience and self-compassion.

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Andrea Benites
Social Worker

I believe that belonging and connection make our life meaningful. I provide compassionate care and create a safe space for you to express your emotions and feelings.

Eu também ofereço terapia em Português.

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Dr. Andrea Rocha
Psychologist (Supervised Practice)

I am intrigued by the way that humans are wired to connect with others. I value diversity and the strength that it brings to the development of authentic relationships. I operate from a trauma-informed and anti-oppressive framework that is LGBTQ2IA+ affirming..

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Jaime Saibil
Psychotherapist

Life's challenges are easier to overcome when you have support. Let's work together to make sense of it and achieve a happier, healthier life. I will be there with you each session, providing a judgement-free environment, respectful challenge, and inviting mutual participation.

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Keith Adamson
Social Worker

I care about what you want to accomplish in your life. My primary commitment is to help you achieve your life goals and become the best version of yourself. We'll start wherever you are at and work together to make practical changes that will lead you to having a more fulfilling life.

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Our Admin Team

PRISMA Admin Team has your back! We will be there for you from start to finish, handling all admin and financial matters. Our goal is to ensure you have a hassle-free experience, saving you time and effort and providing the assistance you need when you need it.

Reach out to us, and we'll help you get started!

Kristina Joki
Clinic Manager

I support the PRISMA team with practice operations and strategies. I also help clients navigate administrative needs and strive to make their experience with PRISMA the best possible.

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Nicola Irvin
Clinic and Intake Coordinator

Mental healthcare is an important aspect of overall wellbeing, and I am thrilled to contribute to this field. I am responsible for PRISMA's daily operations and help to coordinate client care. I am typically your first point of contact, so please feel free to reach out and I will be happy to assist.

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Our team is always learning.

We engage in ongoing professional development and regularly collaborate to provide our clients with the most appropriate and up-to-date care.