Non-Council Biographies

Elda Almario was born and raised in the Philippines, where she obtained her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and masters-level education in Human Development Psychology. She completed the Bridge to Registration and Employment in Mental Health (BREM) bridging program in Canada.She moved to Canada in 2018, bringing with her years of experience in psychotherapy, having worked with children, youth, and families, who have experienced behavioural concerns, life transitions, addiction, and mental health conditions.

She has worked in both community mental health and private practice settings. Currently, she runs her own practice in the city of Pickering. She has a special interest in working with children and youth, neurodiverse individuals and their families, and the Filipino community. She is currently working towards her certification as Play Therapist. In 2020, Elda was appointed as a non-council committee member of the Registration Committee of the CRPO.

Rose Anthony (she/her) is a Registered Psychotherapist and Supervisor in private practice in Toronto. She obtained her Master’s of Counselling Psychology from the University of Western Ontario and has been practicing psychotherapy for over 18 years. She specializes in emotion focused and somatic therapy. She has been a part of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Group of CRPO since its inception in 2023.

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Shelley holds a doctorate from the School of Counselling, Psychotherapy and Spirituality at Saint Paul University. For over fifteen years, she has worked as a clinical educator, trainer and supervisor mentor. She has practiced psychotherapy for over 20 years working with individuals, couples and families. She is the founder and Clinical Director at Ottawa Psychotherapy Services in Ottawa.

Shelley served as an elected member of Council from 2015-2022 serving as Chair of the Inquiries Complaints and Reports Committee, a member of the executive committee and finally as of President until she completed her tenure. Currently, Shelley serves as the Vice-Chair of the Ontario Registered Psychotherapists Discipline Tribunal (ORPDT).

Shelley is passionate and dedicated to her work both in clinical practice and professional regulation.

Andrew Benedetto is a Registered Psychotherapist and Jungian Analyst in private practice in Toronto.

Andrew served as an elected member of Council of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and as an appointed member of its predecessor Transitional Council. Among his various committee appointments and roles from 2013 through 2022, Andrew was a member of the CRPO executive committee since its inception in 2015, served as Chair, Registration Committee for many years, and held the role of president for three years.

Andrew values the opportunity to again serve the public interest as a professional Non-Council Member.

In addition to being a regulated professional, Andrew has over 35 years of business experience gained in managerial and consulting roles in both corporations and volunteer-based organizations. Prior to training as a Jungian Analyst, Andrew earned an MBA from the University of Toronto.

Amanda is a Registered Psychotherapist with over 16 years of clinical experience. She holds a Master’s degree in Educational Counselling from the University of Ottawa (2009). Her early work focused on supporting adolescents in the foster care system through a community-based organization. She later transitioned into private practice, where she currently operates a small clinic specializing in stress, trauma, and anxiety.

Amanda’s approach is integrative, drawing on both cognitive and somatic modalities. She is a certified 200-hour yoga instructor and incorporates mindfulness and movement into her work when appropriate. She is also trained in EMDR and is currently pursuing formal certification through EMDRIA International.

In addition to her clinical work, Amanda serves as a clinical supervisor and is committed to mentoring emerging therapists. Her practice is grounded in relational care and a belief in building sustainable, individualized tools for healing.

Jessica Cashmore is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and owner of JC Virtual Counseling Services. Jessica has completed a Master’s degree in counselling psychology, a Bachelor’s degree and social service worker diploma.

Jessica is partially blind and identifies as a member of the Indigenous community, which has provided her with a wealth of knowledge about diversity, equity and inclusion affairs. She was appointed to the CRPO’s DEI working group in December 2022, where she has served two terms as co-Chair.

In multiple roles as a practicing physician, consultant, board member, and university professor, and RP, Felipe has been responsible for multiple projects and teams in fast-paced and dynamic workplaces, adapting his communication strategy to match the audience diversity. Experienced in designing and implementing successful solutions including process optimizations, guidelines development, workflows and algorithms, key performance indicators (KPIs), database design, automatization, and change management. Felipe is evidence based and client-centered, with robust analytic abilities and the skill to identify and elucidate data connections and relationships, coming up with solutions to deal with the business complexity.

Laurinda Cheng (she/they) is a Registered Psychotherapist in private practice in Ottawa. They obtained a Masters in Education in Counselling Psychology from the University of Ottawa.  They specialize in complex trauma, and somatic healing.  They have been a part of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Working Group of the CRPO since its inception in 2023.

Carol is a Child and Family Therapist (Registered Psychotherapist) in private practice in Toronto. She has a Master’s Degree in Social Work, a post graduate Diploma in Advanced Clinical Practice with individuals, children and families. Her foundational training was in psychodynamic psychotherapy and her ongoing educational focus has been in the areas of attachment and emotionally focused therapy; her additional post-graduate certificates reflect that organizing framework. Her long-standing interest in psychotherapy has been demonstrated in her previous work at the Hospital for Sick Children, the Children’s Aid Society of Toronto, as a trainer in the Ontario Child Welfare Training System as well as in the Bridge Training Mental Health Program, and as a practitioner in her own professional practice for the past 25 years.

Professional accountability has been of utmost importance to Carol and led her to accept a government appointment to the Transitional Council of the College of Registered Psychotherapists and Registered Mental Health Therapists of Ontario, initially serving as President (2011-2015) and subsequently President of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) (2015-2017), as the all-Ontario elected member of the College.

Carol’s commitment to community has been reflected in the numerous Boards of Directors on which she has served–past Chairs of: Women’s College Hospital, the former and current Women’s College Hospital Foundations and the Child Development Institute; additionally she has served as a Director of Sunnybrook and Women’s College Health Sciences Centre, the Offord Centre (Centre for Studies of Children at Risk), and the National Ballet School.

Currently, she sits as an Honourary Member of the Board at Women’s College Hospital, a Member of the Advisory Board of the Child Development Institute, Chair of the Advisory Council of the Women’s College Hospital Foundation, Trustee of Holland Bloorview Rehabilitation Hospital, Chair of Eli’s Place Rural Residential Treatment Centre, member of the Advisory group to the Mennonite New Life Bridge Training Mental Health Program, and the current Chair of the Discipline Committee of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.

Carol remains a passionate advocate for excellence in healthcare.

Vanessa Cubacub (she/her) is a Registered Psychotherapist in private practice and owner of Autumn Counselling & Psychotherapy. She obtained her Master of Education in Counselling and Psychotherapy from the University of Toronto.

Vanessa supports adults navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions through trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and identity-affirming care.

Outside of her clinical work, she facilitates community workshops that use creativity and nature to foster connection, reflection, and well-being. She has been a member of the CRPO Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Working Group since March 2025.

Darlene Cyrus-Blaize, Ed.D, MA, is a Registered Psychotherapist with 15+ years of clinical experience. She participates as a non-council member for the Inquiries, Complaints, and Reports Committee at the College of Registered Psychotherapist of Ontario (CRPO). She also currently serves on the Board of Directors for Hope 24/7-a community organization supporting survivors of sexual abuse and domestic violence. Additionally, she’s an Associate Faculty at City University of Seattle-Canadian Campus teaching numerous courses within the counselling psychology Graduate-level program. Darlene’s primary area of professional interest includes Counselor Education, Development, and Supervision. Her past research includes the development of Counsellor Self-Efficacy in the capacity of facilitating Distance Counselling. Her current research aims to explore the self-care practices of BIPOC Clinicians who address Race-based stress issues within their Clinical Practice. Her favorite self-care activity is taking meditative and reflective walks in nature. Darlene is the proud owner and Founder of Fruits From The Roots- A culturally-diverse Psychotherapy and Consulting Private Practice serving the GTA.

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Nicolas El-Kada has a BA, Lic. Th, MA in Psychotherapy, Counselling and Spirituality, Certificate in Leadership and Management from Rotman and Telfer Schools of Business and has completed training to practice EMDR. He is Registered Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor with the CRPO, Professional Practice Coordinator for Spiritual Care Services at The Ottawa Hospital and a CASC Certified Supervisor-Educator. Nicolas has several years of experience in psychotherapy with clients who are dealing with trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, grief, and existential issues.  Nicolas is a psychotherapist and spiritual practitioner for the Emergency Medical Assistance Team-Ontario, as well as founder and  team leader for the Ottawa Hospital Emergency Spiritual Care Assistance Team.  Nicolas is a published author and presenter for various topics such as bereavement and grief, pain and suffering, spiritual care, self-care, leadership and management, and spiritual care intervention and management in disasters.

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DeRoux Jones is a Registered Psychotherapist with a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology. He has extensive experience providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families across a range of settings, including community organizations, employee assistance programs, and private practice.

His approach is collaborative and client-centred, drawing on evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, and Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT). DeRoux supports clients navigating a wide variety of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship issues.

In addition to his clinical work, DeRoux has held leadership roles in public policy and program development, giving him a broad understanding of systemic issues that can impact individual wellbeing. He is committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive therapeutic environment where clients feel supported in working toward meaningful change.

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Katharine King is a Registered Psychotherapist, based in Toronto, with over 14 years of clinical experience. She completed her training at the Toronto Institute for Relational Psychotherapy and maintains a full-time private practice. Her work is grounded in relational, trauma-informed, and psychodynamic principles, with a focus on the therapeutic relationship.

Katharine’s commitment to accessible, inclusive care is informed by her personal and professional experiences. Growing up in rural Nova Scotia, she witnessed the challenges of limited access to mental health support–an experience that continues to shape her understanding of systemic barriers. As a queer practitioner with strong connections to trans and immigrant communities, she recognizes the importance of accessible and affirming psychotherapy.

Before entering the field, Katharine held roles in teaching and community-based research, including projects on immigrant labour and the health of street-involved youth. She brings an interdisciplinary perspective to her clinical work and remains dedicated to ongoing professional development, peer consultation, and contributing to the psychotherapy profession in Ontario.

Kameron Kirbyson is a Registered Psychotherapist based in Waterloo, specializing in neurodiversity-affirming and trans-affirming care. He works primarily with autistic, ADHD, transgender, and queer clients, using trauma-informed approaches that centre autonomy, identity development, and radical acceptance.

He holds an MA in Counselling Psychology from the University of Western Ontario and an Honours BA in Psychology from the University of Waterloo. Kameron has facilitated Gender Journeys groups, directed leadership camps, and supported youth with disabilities in both educational and therapeutic settings.

In addition to clinical work, he delivers professional development workshops on neurodiversity-affirming therapy, trans-affirming practice, and inclusive assessment. His community based research focuses on improving equity in mental health care for neurodivergent and gender-diverse populations, work he hopes to expand through future doctoral study.

As an autistic and transgender clinician, Kameron brings lived experience and a strong commitment to disability justice, equity, and anti-ableism across all areas of his practice and advocacy.

Sara Kohtala is a Registered Psychotherapist living and working in Hamilton, Ontario. She holds a Masters of Counselling Psychology from the University of Western Ontario and has six years of experience providing psychotherapy in both community mental health settings and private practice.

She works with both individuals and couples, and specializes in anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and relationship concerns. Sara has also developed expertise in the area of intimate partner violence.

She is a speaker and published author on intimate partner violence affecting individuals in rural communities. Sara is dedicated to ethical practice, ongoing professional development, and contributing to the advancement of the psychotherapy profession.

She is excited and honoured to bring her clinical experience and research to the Client Relations Committee.

Miranda Goode Monastero has been a Registered Psychotherapist in private practice since 2011, specializing in trauma-informed care. She is a member in good standing with the Canadian Professional Counsellors Association (CPCA) and the Canadian Association for Psychodynamic Therapy (CAPT).

Miranda integrates Humanistic principles with Relational Gestalt therapy, drawing on a range of trauma-informed modalities, including Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, EMDR, CBT, and Compassionate Inquiry. Her approach is experiential and tailored to the unique needs of each client.

Before becoming a psychotherapist, Miranda earned a degree in Communication Studies from Wilfrid Laurier University. She previously had a distinguished 20-year career in the advertising industry, where she served as a Brand Strategist and Senior Vice President, Director of Client Services, before transitioning to the field of psychotherapy.

Laura McNeilly is a Registered Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor currently in private practice in Guelph, Ontario. She is a trained Massage Therapist, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, and Spiritual Director, a former faculty member at Sutherland-Chan School and Teaching Clinic, and a former Board Member for the Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo Wellington. She is a peer coach for the CRPO and a consultant on the CRPO’s diversity, equity, inclusion working group. She has provided seminars and workshops related to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives for the University of Guelph, Algoma University, the National Arts Centre of Ontario, and House of Friendship. Over the years, Laura’s oath to naturopathic medical holistic principles has translated into an integrative psychotherapy approach that explores not only the multidimensional realities of lived experiences, but also the diverse therapeutic approaches employed in the healing process. Her work centres holism as a decolonizing praxis.

Taryn Mototsune has been a Registered Psychotherapist for 10 years, completing a Honours Bachelor of Science in Psychology at Queen’s University and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Western University.

Taryn is based in Toronto and maintains a part-time private practice but has experience in community-based settings as well as residential treatment. She sees adults with a range of different issues but has a particular interest in anxiety, relationships, and life transitions -especially pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

Taryn worked as an Investigator for about five years at the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) serving the Inquires, Complaints, and Reports Committee and was previously a Research Assistant at the College. Her interest in professionalism began at the CPSO and she subsequently did her Master’s thesis on Teacher Sexual Misconduct. She currently works in the public sector resolving public complaints and has a strong commitment to public protection.

Ahil Nageswaran obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Simon Fraser University in 2010. In 2014 he completed his Master of Education at the University of Toronto in the Counselling Psychology program. He is a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. He is also a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association.

Ahil first grew his interest in psychology and mental health when he started working in Vancouver BC’s Downtown East Side in 2008.  He had an opportunity to work with individuals who were struggling with addiction, homelessness, vocation, and finances due to challenges with physical and mental illness. This experience helped him commit to further pursue mental health work. His therapeutic approach has also been greatly influenced from his work in the Downtown East Side. He tries to understand individuals with the belief that they are doing the best they can and are the expert of their own life (Virginia Satir).

Ahil currently works as a student counsellor at the University of Toronto Scarborough Campus and is a part-time Non-Council Committee member for the CRPO.

Sheeba Narikuzhy is an experienced Registered Psychotherapist with over 20 years in the field and is currently in private practice. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from the University of Calicut, India, and a Master’s degree in Psychology from the University of Annamalai, India.

In her current role as a Registered Psychotherapist working with adolescents and adults, she integrates therapeutic approaches rooted in strength-based, trauma-informed, client-centered, and culturally sensitive methods. She uses evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions such as CBT, DBT, CPT, and ACT. Additionally, Sheeba is also a Certified First Responder Counsellor.

Sheeba started her career in Toronto as an individual and family therapist at East Metro Youth Services (EMYS, currently known as Strides Toronto). Over time, she transitioned into leadership positions, serving as a clinical supervisor, manager, and director. Her experience spans both community organizations and the hospital sector, including EMYS, Youthdale Treatment Centre, and Lakeridge Health.

Sheeba has actively participated in various provincial and national organizations, serving on the Mental Health Commission of Canada’s advisory council (2013 to 2019) and as a Board Director for the Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention (2018 to 2023). Additionally, she has contributed to research projects in collaboration with the Centre for Mental Health and Addiction (CAMH), including the nationally funded project on culturally adapting cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for South Asian populations.

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Razgar Qaderpour is an RP with over 20 years of international experience in psychotherapy, psychology education, and mental health leadership. He holds a Ph.D. in Family Counselling (Couple and Family Therapy) and completed 12 consecutive years of university study in psychology and psychotherapy. During this time, he conducted numerous research projects focused on family systems, trauma, and culturally responsive care. His academic work has been published in peer-reviewed journals and applied in clinical, academic, and community settings.

Razgar maintains an active psychotherapy practice, providing culturally informed, trauma-focused care to individuals, couples, and families. He also served as a clinical supervisor, committed to mentoring emerging therapists with an emphasis on excellence and equity-informed practice.

As a former assistant professor at leading universities, he has trained a wide range of psychologists and psychotherapists, contributing significantly to professional education and capacity-building. He has led workshops and seminars across Canada, the Middle East, and Europe.

He previously served as a Council Member of the Counseling Association and currently sits as a non-Council member on the CRPO Registration Committee, where he brings a thoughtful, culturally grounded perspective to regulatory decision-making.

Carla Ribeiro is a Registered Psychotherapist in private practice, working primarily with clients from BIPOC communities.  She received doctoral training in Counselling and Psychotherapy and earned a master’s in education from OISE-University of Toronto.  She also earned an additional master’s degree in Women and Gender studies, as well as a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from York University.

Carla was born in Trinidad and Tobago and has been calling Toronto home for 32 years.  Before moving into private practice, she worked in senior leadership and clinical positions in a variety of mental health settings (hospital, community, education, etc.).

Christopher Rudan is a Registered Psychotherapist and Canadian Certified Counsellor currently working at a mental health and addiction agency serving South Eastern Ontario, where he also supports his colleagues as a union steward.  He has worked with a diversity of populations both in the public and private sector as a case manager, addiction and mental health therapist, and particularly enjoys helping individuals maximize their quality of life through an integrated existential, solution-focused, non-pathologizing, gender-affirmative, harm-reduction and person-centered approach.

Christopher was born and raised in Brampton Ontario, began his clinical career in Fort McMurray Alberta, and now calls Brockville Ontario his home.  In 2015 he graduated from Queen’s University with a Double Major in Psychology and Religious Studies, and in 2020 graduated from Athabasca University with a Masters of Counselling in Counselling Psychology.  In 2023 Christopher was appointed as a non-council committee member to the CRPO’s Inquiries, Complaints and Reports Committee.

Kasi Sewraj, M.Ed., RP, CCC, is a Registered Psychotherapist and Canadian Certified Counsellor based in Toronto, Ontario. She earned her undergraduate degrees from the University of Toronto and her Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of Ottawa.

Since beginning her clinical practice in 2022, Kasi has worked across both private and public mental health settings, providing evidence-based psychotherapy to diverse populations, including individuals involved in the justice system.

Kasi specializes in mindfulness-informed and cognitive-behavioural approaches, integrating Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based interventions to help clients create meaningful and lasting change. Drawing on more than a decade of mindfulness training and personal practice, she incorporates practical, evidence-informed strategies that empower clients to build resilience, improve emotional regulation, and navigate life’s challenges with confidence.

In addition to her clinical work, Kasi has served on the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario’s (CRPO) Quality Assurance Committee since 2025, contributing to the ongoing advancement of professional standards and excellence within the psychotherapy profession. Her work is grounded in compassion, authenticity, and a commitment to providing high-quality, client-centred care.

Alex St. John is a Registered Psychotherapist and Clinical Director of Relationship & Recovery Therapy Clinic in Toronto. He has more than 16 years of experience in mental health, addiction, trauma, and psychotherapy, with a clinical focus on individuals and couples navigating substance use, sexual compulsivity, relationship distress, identity concerns, and complex mental health presentations.

Alex holds graduate training in counselling and clinical psychology and is a Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist Supervisor. His work has included direct clinical practice, clinical supervision, program development, and leadership within addiction and mental health settings. He is particularly interested in ethical, accountable, and inclusive psychotherapy practice, with a strong commitment to affirming care for 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

Alex brings to committee work a practical understanding of private practice, clinical supervision, professional accountability, and the regulatory responsibilities involved in protecting the public interest.

Roberta Timothy is an Associate Professor, Black Health Lead, and is the inaugural Program Director and creator of the MPH Program in the field of Black Health at Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto. She is also the former Program Director of the Health Promotion Program (2019-22).

Roberta Timothy is also an Adjunct Professor in Critical Disability studies at York University. She specializes in the areas of Black health; intersectionality, Black children and families, violence, transgenerational trauma, African/Black feminisms, ethics in health work; health and racism; intentionally racialized/BIPOC health, art-based methodologies; transnational Indigenous health; and anti-oppression/anti-colonial approaches to mental health.

Roberta has worked for over 30 years in community health working on resisting anti-Black racism and intersectional violence strategies. She is also co-founder and consultant at Continuing Healing Consultants where she implements and teaches her intersectional mental health model “Anti-Oppression Psychotherapy”.

She is an interdisciplinary scholar, health practitioner, and political scientist, who examines global health and ethics from a critical trauma-informed decolonizing framework. Roberta is the Principal Investigator of the Black Health Matters Lab, founded in 2020.

Her current research is entitled: “Black Health Matters: National and Transnational COVID-19 Impact, Resistance, and Intervention Strategies Project; and “Here is the Data: Now What? Decolonizing Black Birth Workers Experiences”. Roberta utilizes a methodology entitled: “Resistance Education” in all her work. She has been living with a visual disability for over 25 years.

Katja Tupak is a Registered Psychotherapist in private practice in Oakville, working with individuals (applying a psychodynamic approach and an existential lens) and with couples.

She obtained her MEd. in Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy from OISE, University of Toronto, and the Advanced Certificate in Couple and Family Therapy from the University of Guelph. She also completed training in Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET) with the German NET Institute.

Katja was born and raised in Germany where she was trained as a lawyer. Prior to moving to Canada, she has lived and worked in Germany, Portugal, and Jordan.

Kevin Uba is a Registered Psychotherapist whose goal is to support clients from all backgrounds, while recognizing the crucial role intersectionality plays in the therapeutic process. With years of experience in private and public hospital settings and non-profit organizations, Kevin specializes in mood disorders, substance use, trauma work, and adaptive emotion management.

Kevin strives to create a client-focused therapy model, around mindfulness-based practices, ensuring a holistic and flexible perspective when addressing therapeutic goals. He was appointed to the ICRC as a non-Council member in December 2023.

Leslie Vesely (she/her) completed her MSc in Couple and Family Therapy from the University of Guelph in 2021. She has experience working in private practice and community mental health.  Her values of equity and compassion colours her work with clients and other professional work. Committed to supporting change on an individual and systemic level, she is also a researcher who is passionate about mental health and dedicated to producing critical and socially just research that can have a meaningful impact on community health and wellbeing. Leslie was appointed as a non-council committee member of the Inquiries, Complaints and Reports Committee (ICRC) of the CRPO in 2023, where she continues to serve.

Rasha Wahid is a Registered Nurse and Registered Psychotherapist with extensive experience in mental health education, curriculum development, and clinical practice. She serves as Assistant Professor at Trent University, where she plays a leading role in the development of mental health and psychotherapy programs.

Rasha brings a rich background in trauma-informed pedagogy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and culturally responsive care. Her work is grounded in relational inquiry, with a focus on promoting equity and access in mental health care.

In her role as a non-Council member of the Examination Committee at CRPO, Rasha contributes her expertise in professional regulation, clinical competence evaluation, and education standards to support the integrity and fairness of the registration examination process for psychotherapists in Ontario.

Glenn is Southern Inuk from NunatuKavut and is queer and nonbinary. They have a private practice and predominantly work with clients from their NunatuKavut community. They have a special interest in working with folks on their sexual- and gender-identity journeys but they also are a generalist and take an integrated approach to their practice. Before becoming a psychotherapist, Glenn worked for more than 15 years in human rights and equity in higher education, doing informal and formal resolution, mediation, and education related to equity, inclusion, and accessibility. They are grateful to live and work on the unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabeg Nation.

Riffat Yusaf is a Registered Psychotherapist in the Ottawa region specializing in helping individuals overcome trauma and anxiety through a compassionate, client-centered approach. She works with children, teens, adults, and families providing a safe, non-judgmental space for healing, resilience, and growth.

Riffat also provides child and youth therapy to refugee claimant children who may have experienced trauma or witnessed violence prior to arriving in Canada. She was appointed as a non-Council committee member of the Examination Committee in April 2023, and was appointed to the Client Relations Committee in September 2024.

Alex Zebeljan is a registered psychotherapist currently in private practice. They received their Honours Bachelor of Arts from the University of Guelph and Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. Their experiences of marginalization have made them a passionate advocate against discrimination. Alex values respect and authenticity in their work with clients and colleagues.

Adnan Zoubi, MA, RP is a Registered Psychotherapist and the Clinic Director of the Centre for Psychodynamic Insights, a leading virtual clinic in Canada specializing in depth-oriented psychodynamic therapy. With a solid academic foundation in forensic psychology and counselling psychology, Adnan is currently completing a Master of Psychology in Clinical and Counselling Psychology at Adler Graduate Professional School and preparing to pursue doctoral training in clinical psychology.

Adnan brings a strong commitment to professional integrity, ethical governance, and culturally responsive practice. His clinical expertise draws from psychoanalytic traditions and systemic approaches, offering nuanced support for diverse populations, including newcomers and marginalized communities. He has held frontline, supervisory, and interdisciplinary roles in both private and community-based mental health settings.

In addition to his clinical and academic pursuits, Adnan actively contributes to regulatory and organizational governance. He currently serves as the Chair-Elect for the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) Student Section (2025–2026) after being recently elected. He is also a member of the Ontario Psychological Association (OPA) and the International Neuropsychoanalysis Society.

Mr. Raj Anand has been a member of the Ontario Physicians and Surgeons Discipline Tribunal and its predecessor since 2021. Mr. Anand graduated from the University of Toronto Faculty of Law with the Dean’s Key. Mr. Anand is a partner, arbitrator, mediator and investigator with WeirFoulds LLP. Mr. Anand has taught administrative law at the Master’s level since 2000. He was an elected Bencher of the Law Society of Ontario from 2007 to 2019 and has chaired panels of the Hearing and Appeal Divisions of the Law Society Tribunal since 2007. His other adjudicative appointments since 1989 have included the University of Toronto Tribunal and the Boards of Inquiry under the Police Services Act and the Human Rights Code. He has served as President of the University of Toronto Law Alumni Council, the Minority Advocacy and Rights Council, the International Commission of Jurists Canada and Pro Bono Law Ontario and as board member of the Advocates’ Society, Legal Aid Ontario, the Law Commission of Ontario, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Justice for Children and Youth and the Income Security Advocacy Centre. Mr. Anand has also served as Chief Commissioner of the Human Rights Commission and founding Chair of the Human Rights Legal Support Centre. In 2020, he was elected to a three year term as Chair of the Law Commission of Ontario.

Sherry Liang has been a member of the Ontario Physicians and Surgeons Discipline Tribunal and its predecessor since 2021. Before that, she was Assistant Commissioner with the Information and Privacy Commissioner (IPC) of Ontario, overseeing the investigation and resolution of health and public sector privacy complaints and access to information appeals. Ms. Liang’s tenure as Assistant Commissioner was marked by greater transparency and significant developments in the IPC’s health privacy jurisprudence. She has also contributed to the development of human rights and labour relations law through her appointments as Vice-Chair with the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario, the Ontario Labour Relations Board and the Ontario Grievance Settlement Board, and served as Co-Chair of the University of Toronto Tribunal. Ms. Liang was one of three Expert Advisors to Professor Harry Arthurs on the Federal Labour Standards Review Commission. She has spoken at conferences on labour, human rights and administrative law, and privacy and access to information rights. Before becoming an adjudicator, she practiced labour law and employment law. Ms. Liang completed a B.A. (Arts) at Queen’s University, and a LL.B. and LL.M. (Administrative Law) at the Faculty of Law, University of Toronto.

Ms. Martel has been a member of the Ontario Physicians and Surgeons Discipline Tribunal and its predecessor since June 2021. She is an adjudicator at the Law Society Tribunal and also previously served as a Vice-Chair at the Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal and the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario. Fluently bilingual, Ms. Martel hears matters in both French and English. She completed a B. Com. Hons. at the University of Ottawa and her LL.B. at the University of Toronto. Ms. Martel is a frequent contributor to the Certificate in Adjudication for Administrative Agencies, a joint program of Osgoode Professional Development and the Society of Ontario Adjudicators and Regulators.

Jay Sengupta has been an adjudicator for over 15 years. In addition to her private dispute resolution practice, she holds appointments with the Law Society Tribunal, several federal tribunals, the NWT Human Rights Adjudication Panel and the discipline committee of the College of Patent Agents & Trademark Agents. Jay served as a full-time vice-chair with the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario for 10 years, where she was cross appointed to the Child and Family Services Review Board, the Custody Review Board and the Special Education Tribunal. Jay began her career as a lawyer in Ontario’s community legal clinic movement, where she represented people living in poverty, trained and mentored law students and contributed to community development and law reform initiatives to increase access to justice for marginalized and impoverished communities. She lives in Hamilton.

Ms. Jennifer Scott has been a member of the Ontario Physicians and Surgeons Discipline Tribunal and its predecessor since 2021. Previously, Ms. Scott was an adjudicator with Tribunals Ontario, serving as Vice-chair and Associate Chair of the Child and Family Services Review Board, Custody Review Board and the Ontario Special Education Tribunals. While in the role of Associate Chair, she created the Child and Youth Division, a division dedicated to cases involving children and youth. Ms. Scott was a member and Vice-chair of the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario for many years. Ms. Scott completed her BASc in Family Studies at the University of Guelph and her LL.B at Western University. Prior to becoming an adjudicator, Ms. Scott practised administrative law under the firm name Scott & Oleskiw and before that, was the Director of Litigation with the Women’s Legal Education and Action Fund (LEAF). She is a frequent contributor to continuing legal education programs for provincial bar associations, law schools, legal aid clinics, advocacy organizations and professional associations.

Mr. David A. Wright has been Chair of the Ontario Physicians and Surgeons Discipline Tribunal and its predecessor since 2020. He is also Chair or Co-Chair of the Discipline Committees of the Colleges of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists, Massage Therapists and College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario as part of the Health Professions Discipline Tribunals Pilot. Previously, he was the founding Chair of the Law Society Tribunal, spearheading the reform of adjudicative processes at the Law Society of Ontario. He has also been an adjudicator at the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario, serving as Vice-chair, Interim Chair and Associate Chair. He completed his B.A. in History at the University of Windsor and his LL.B. and B.C.L. at the Faculty of Law of McGill University. Mr. Wright articled as a law clerk to Madame Justice Claire L’Heureux-Dubé of the Supreme Court of Canada and then completed his LL.M. at New York University. Prior to becoming an adjudicator, he practised labour and employment law. He speaks frequently at conferences, has taught at Osgoode Hall Law School as an adjunct professor and is the author of several law journal articles.