Joan Manning, MA is Principal at Resilient Focus Counselling and Consulting. She is a Registered Psychotherapist with many years of experience in providing counselling and therapy services to youth, individuals and families. She has occupied and continues to function in roles such as Director of Clinical Services, clinical supervisor to mental health therapists and Executive Director of a community service organization.
Joan is passionate about the delivery and accessibility of mental health services and counselling supports to the black community.
Her area of focus includes depression and anxiety, social issues, stress, and relationship. She utilizes a variety of treatment modalities including CBT, Solution Focus Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Mindfulness.
Joan Manning, MA is Principal at Resilient Focus Counselling and Consulting. She is a Registered Psychotherapist with many years of experience in providing counselling and therapy services to youth, individuals and families. She has occupied and continues to function in roles such as Director of Clinical Services, clinical supervisor to mental health therapists and Executive Director of a community service organization.
Joan is passionate about the delivery and accessibility of mental health services and counselling supports to the black community.
Her area of focus includes depression and anxiety, social issues, stress, and relationship. She utilizes a variety of treatment modalities including CBT, Solution Focus Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Mindfulness.
Sabrina Harvey is a highly skilled Registered Social Worker (OCSWSSW) + psychotherapist with over 20 years of professional experience working with Kahle Therapy & Consulting Services; a 3-B (Black-Owned, Black-Focused + Black-Serving) group practice. Sabrina focuses on Black individuals, couples + families; building a clinical rapport with clients that encourages + supports their wellness journey. Sabrina’s professional journey spans several systems, including criminal justice, education + most recently the child welfare. In addition to her Masters degree in Social Work, Sabrina has a Bachelor Social Science and Bachelor of Education degree.
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Sabrina Harvey is a highly skilled Registered Social Worker (OCSWSSW) + psychotherapist with over 20 years of professional experience working with Kahle Therapy & Consulting Services; a 3-B (Black-Owned, Black-Focused + Black-Serving) group practice. Sabrina focuses on Black individuals, couples + families; building a clinical rapport with clients that encourages + supports their wellness journey. Sabrina’s professional journey spans several systems, including criminal justice, education + most recently the child welfare. In addition to her Masters degree in Social Work, Sabrina has a Bachelor Social Science and Bachelor of Education degree.
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Krystal Layne MSW, R.S.W. is a registered Social Worker working with Kahle Therapy & Consulting Services; a 3-B (Black-Owned, Black-Focused + Black-Serving) group practice. Krystal is experienced working with diverse populations and her knowledge spans the areas of mental health, addictions, housing support, community engagement + systems navigation.
She is an empathetic and engaging support while encouraging her clients to transform despite discomfort.
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Krystal Layne MSW, R.S.W. is a registered Social Worker working with Kahle Therapy & Consulting Services; a 3-B (Black-Owned, Black-Focused + Black-Serving) group practice. Krystal is experienced working with diverse populations and her knowledge spans the areas of mental health, addictions, housing support, community engagement + systems navigation.
She is an empathetic and engaging support while encouraging her clients to transform despite discomfort.
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Keyanna Davis B.S.W., R.S.S.W. is a registered social service worker who possesses her Bachelor of Social Work degree, and is currently pursuing her Masters degree. She is currently working with Kahle Therapy & Consulting Services; a 3-B (Black-Owned, Black-Focused + Black-Serving) group practice. Thanks to her years of experience working in various sectors such as developmental services, addictions, mental health + gerontology, Keyanna demonstrates an effective + tailored clinical approach. Her infectious personality facilitates strong + genuine therapeutic alliances with her clients which is a strong indicator of positive treatment outcomes
Keyanna Davis B.S.W., R.S.S.W. is a registered social service worker who possesses her Bachelor of Social Work degree, and is currently pursuing her Masters degree. She is currently working with Kahle Therapy & Consulting Services; a 3-B (Black-Owned, Black-Focused + Black-Serving) group practice. Thanks to her years of experience working in various sectors such as developmental services, addictions, mental health + gerontology, Keyanna demonstrates an effective + tailored clinical approach. Her infectious personality facilitates strong + genuine therapeutic alliances with her clients which is a strong indicator of positive treatment outcomes
Founder and Senior Clinician and Consultant of HM Consulting Solutions LTD, Heather Meara Thomas is an extremely skilled, well sought-after counsellor, coach and mentor throughout Ontario. She was chosen as the 2022 recipient of the Ontario Association of Social Workers Distinguished Social Worker Award. She has been working as a registered social worker in the field for over 25 years. “I counsel clients working from a mixed-modalities approach depending on each client’s unique needs. Heather operates from an Anti-Black racism, anti-oppressive lens and welcomes B.I.P.O.C and Afro-Caribbean 2SLGBTIAQ+ communities into our safe space. Depending on each client needs, she applies healing approaches with Afro-Caribbean Canadian clients experiencing unconscious bias, oppression and microaggressions stemming from life and career experiences. “I am a multiracial black woman who experienced various forms of racism throughout my life and understand the deep rooted issues surrounding racism, oppression, attachment, loss and being different.” Through narrative therapy and developing action plans with outcomes for each client, Heather coaches and counsels clients to love all parts of themselves while achieving their goals and clients resonate with her approach to the work. “The techniques I have developed over the past two decades created such success in client outcomes that they would tell others naturally expanding my practice.” Heather has had the blessing of coaching and consulting other Black and Multi-racial social workers and equity consultants over the span of her career and has built her dream team.” This site allows clients to receive service from a roster of world class counsellors along with a fabulous psychotherapist; the best I know in the field.”
Heather listens to every client during the intake process and then connects them with the best counsellor on her team considering culture and the social work support each client needs. Each counsellor you see and read about has been mentored by Heather and they truly are the best!
Heather is also asked worked alongside various experts in the fields of education, mental health and child welfare to create curriculum exploring various aspects of power, privilege and oppression and does advocacy and Anti-Black racism work to combat racism and disrupts oppression.
On behalf of Heather Thomas and HM Consulting Solutions LTD we look forward to serving our community from an Afrocentric lens.
If you have any questions or would like to schedule a consultation, please get in touch today by contacting us at info@hmconsultingsolutionsltd.com and Heather will be in touch within 24 hours or as soon as possible.
We look forward to serving you!
Founder and Senior Clinician and Consultant of HM Consulting Solutions LTD, Heather Meara Thomas is an extremely skilled, well sought-after counsellor, coach and mentor throughout Ontario. She was chosen as the 2022 recipient of the Ontario Association of Social Workers Distinguished Social Worker Award. She has been working as a registered social worker in the field for over 25 years. “I counsel clients working from a mixed-modalities approach depending on each client’s unique needs. Heather operates from an Anti-Black racism, anti-oppressive lens and welcomes B.I.P.O.C and Afro-Caribbean 2SLGBTIAQ+ communities into our safe space. Depending on each client needs, she applies healing approaches with Afro-Caribbean Canadian clients experiencing unconscious bias, oppression and microaggressions stemming from life and career experiences. “I am a multiracial black woman who experienced various forms of racism throughout my life and understand the deep rooted issues surrounding racism, oppression, attachment, loss and being different.” Through narrative therapy and developing action plans with outcomes for each client, Heather coaches and counsels clients to love all parts of themselves while achieving their goals and clients resonate with her approach to the work. “The techniques I have developed over the past two decades created such success in client outcomes that they would tell others naturally expanding my practice.” Heather has had the blessing of coaching and consulting other Black and Multi-racial social workers and equity consultants over the span of her career and has built her dream team.” This site allows clients to receive service from a roster of world class counsellors along with a fabulous psychotherapist; the best I know in the field.”
Heather listens to every client during the intake process and then connects them with the best counsellor on her team considering culture and the social work support each client needs. Each counsellor you see and read about has been mentored by Heather and they truly are the best!
Heather is also asked worked alongside various experts in the fields of education, mental health and child welfare to create curriculum exploring various aspects of power, privilege and oppression and does advocacy and Anti-Black racism work to combat racism and disrupts oppression.
On behalf of Heather Thomas and HM Consulting Solutions LTD we look forward to serving our community from an Afrocentric lens.
If you have any questions or would like to schedule a consultation, please get in touch today by contacting us at info@hmconsultingsolutionsltd.com and Heather will be in touch within 24 hours or as soon as possible.
We look forward to serving you!
Dayirai pronounced (Dye-Rye) is a registered Clinical Social Worker (RCSW) living in Alberta. In addition, she is registered to provide tele-practice in the following provinces: Ontario, British Columbia, Nova Scotia, and the Northwest Territories.
Dayirai obtained her Master of Social Work degree from Ryerson University and has provided mental wellness, coaching and consulting services to individuals, families, couples, and communities for over 12 years. Her early beginnings as a grassroots social worker in Ontario exposed her to the dynamics of children and families marginalized in society, whether by language as new immigrants, economics, and generational problems of mental health, addiction, and trauma.
Dayirai’s social work career path has been intentionally varied in keeping with the profession’s presence in multiple spaces where social health and well-being are achieved through client-centeredness, collaboration, and leading change to promote social justice and social development.
“My passion is partnering and working with clients to help them navigate systems and thrive. I provide a compassionate and creative presence in attending to whatever the clients bring to our work. My approach is respectful, authentic, ‘straightforward,’ strengths-based, recovery-oriented, solution-focused, empowering, anti-oppressive, collaborative, and non-judgmental. I’m not afraid to talk about the hard or awkward stuff, and I’m also not afraid to let clients know when they’re standing in their way. My goal is to meet clients where they are and to be helpful in a way that is specific to their circumstances.”
Dayirai pronounced (Dye-Rye) is a registered Clinical Social Worker (RCSW) living in Alberta. In addition, she is registered to provide tele-practice in the following provinces: Ontario, British Columbia, Nova Scotia, and the Northwest Territories.
Dayirai obtained her Master of Social Work degree from Ryerson University and has provided mental wellness, coaching and consulting services to individuals, families, couples, and communities for over 12 years. Her early beginnings as a grassroots social worker in Ontario exposed her to the dynamics of children and families marginalized in society, whether by language as new immigrants, economics, and generational problems of mental health, addiction, and trauma.
Dayirai’s social work career path has been intentionally varied in keeping with the profession’s presence in multiple spaces where social health and well-being are achieved through client-centeredness, collaboration, and leading change to promote social justice and social development.
“My passion is partnering and working with clients to help them navigate systems and thrive. I provide a compassionate and creative presence in attending to whatever the clients bring to our work. My approach is respectful, authentic, ‘straightforward,’ strengths-based, recovery-oriented, solution-focused, empowering, anti-oppressive, collaborative, and non-judgmental. I’m not afraid to talk about the hard or awkward stuff, and I’m also not afraid to let clients know when they’re standing in their way. My goal is to meet clients where they are and to be helpful in a way that is specific to their circumstances.”
I come from a Caribbean background and was born and raised in Canada. I enjoy spending time with my family and dogs, taking walks and trips to the park. I have a life-long interest in human abilities and behaviour, which has evolved to include working with neurodiverse individuals and their families. Along my journey, I had the opportunity to volunteer with the Certified Listeners Society where I provided emotional support to individuals while encouraging self-awareness and enhancing self-discovery. This experience has brought me to the field of Counselling and Psychotherapy, where I want to continue learning, growing, and making a difference.
I believe individuals can make changes throughout their healing journey but sometimes require assistance to navigate life’s challenges. I work from a place of non-judgement and empowerment while using an anti-oppressive and trauma-informed lens. I will consider and celebrate the diverse cultures and spectrum of sexualities individuals identify with, focusing on being an ally to Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), immigrants, and refugees.
I work from a client-centred and strength-based framework, where I practise an eclectic approach to therapy using modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focussed Therapy while incorporating Mindfulness, with the overarching goal of collaborating with individuals to become the best versions of themselves. I work with individuals navigating major life changes, experiencing perinatal challenges, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship problems, low self-esteem, and communication difficulties.
I aim to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and welcomed. Throughout your time with me, I hope we can build and maintain a positive therapeutic relationship together, where I can support you building positive habits, making healthier choices and live a life filled with balance and growth.
I come from a Caribbean background and was born and raised in Canada. I enjoy spending time with my family and dogs, taking walks and trips to the park. I have a life-long interest in human abilities and behaviour, which has evolved to include working with neurodiverse individuals and their families. Along my journey, I had the opportunity to volunteer with the Certified Listeners Society where I provided emotional support to individuals while encouraging self-awareness and enhancing self-discovery. This experience has brought me to the field of Counselling and Psychotherapy, where I want to continue learning, growing, and making a difference.
I believe individuals can make changes throughout their healing journey but sometimes require assistance to navigate life’s challenges. I work from a place of non-judgement and empowerment while using an anti-oppressive and trauma-informed lens. I will consider and celebrate the diverse cultures and spectrum of sexualities individuals identify with, focusing on being an ally to Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), immigrants, and refugees.
I work from a client-centred and strength-based framework, where I practise an eclectic approach to therapy using modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focussed Therapy while incorporating Mindfulness, with the overarching goal of collaborating with individuals to become the best versions of themselves. I work with individuals navigating major life changes, experiencing perinatal challenges, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship problems, low self-esteem, and communication difficulties.
I aim to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and welcomed. Throughout your time with me, I hope we can build and maintain a positive therapeutic relationship together, where I can support you building positive habits, making healthier choices and live a life filled with balance and growth.
Kahle Therapy & Consulting Services is a 3-B (Black-Owned, Black-Focused + Black-Serving) group practice that meets the mental wellness needs of those that have historically and disproportionately faced barriers to mental health services.
We offer individual, couple & family therapy; as well as psycho-educational workshops and therapeutic support groups.
Our mission is to address the monumental lack of engagement and trust between the Black community & mental health services.
We are registered therapists that provide safe, culturally responsive, and culturally affirming services through evidence-informed practices. We bring a knowledge of the effects of raced-based trauma on Black bodies, psyches and communities into our work; ensuring that our clients feel seen and understood.
Services are strength-based, collaborative and holistic.
Visit our website to book a FREE 15 minute consultation.
Kahle Therapy & Consulting Services is a 3-B (Black-Owned, Black-Focused + Black-Serving) group practice that meets the mental wellness needs of those that have historically and disproportionately faced barriers to mental health services.
We offer individual, couple & family therapy; as well as psycho-educational workshops and therapeutic support groups.
Our mission is to address the monumental lack of engagement and trust between the Black community & mental health services.
We are registered therapists that provide safe, culturally responsive, and culturally affirming services through evidence-informed practices. We bring a knowledge of the effects of raced-based trauma on Black bodies, psyches and communities into our work; ensuring that our clients feel seen and understood.
Services are strength-based, collaborative and holistic.
Visit our website to book a FREE 15 minute consultation.
Elpizo Counselling Services is a culturally diverse group practice that bring a broad ethno and anglo cultural perspectives and extensive years of experience. Our highly skilled and experienced husband and wife dynamic founders, have over 23 years in practice, counselling, supervising, teaching and consulting.
Our 25 plus therapists use an integrative and collaborative approach; we use the most effective and up to date modalities therapeutic interventions in order to better serve our client’s diverse needs. We believe that our clients are unique hence ‘different strokes for different folks.’
We serve individuals, couples, and families. We specialize in trauma-focused therapy and couples therapy.
Our aim is to provide techniques, tools, resources and support that will help people shift and transform their lives to a place of wholeness, achieve their personal goals and have the ability to navigate new life challenges as they come along. Your mental health matters to us and we want to ensure that Elpizo (meaning Hope) is what you leave with.
Elpizo Counselling Services is a culturally diverse group practice that bring a broad ethno and anglo cultural perspectives and extensive years of experience. Our highly skilled and experienced husband and wife dynamic founders, have over 23 years in practice, counselling, supervising, teaching and consulting.
Our 25 plus therapists use an integrative and collaborative approach; we use the most effective and up to date modalities therapeutic interventions in order to better serve our client’s diverse needs. We believe that our clients are unique hence ‘different strokes for different folks.’
We serve individuals, couples, and families. We specialize in trauma-focused therapy and couples therapy.
Our aim is to provide techniques, tools, resources and support that will help people shift and transform their lives to a place of wholeness, achieve their personal goals and have the ability to navigate new life challenges as they come along. Your mental health matters to us and we want to ensure that Elpizo (meaning Hope) is what you leave with.
I hold a strong desire to support individuals through the process of change and growth, as well as to attain optimal mental wellbeing. I address the following issues with clients: childhood trauma, anxiety, domestic/relational abuse, life transition, emotional disturbance, communication issues, boundary issues or people-pleasing, negative thoughts patterns, self-esteem/self-worth concerns, depression, racial trauma, and relationship issues.
In therapy, I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental environment as you commence on your journey of healing, growth and change while exploring emotional wounds, fears and challenges that affect day-to-day living. My goal is to work collaboratively with you to build resiliency, uncover your strengths, develop coping strategies, and establish hope.
I recognize that reaching out for therapy can be challenging, I will try my best to ensure you feel safe and secure as you navigate this process. My approach to therapy is anti-oppressive, strength-based, and trauma-informed. I offer therapy in-person and virtually; so I look forward to connecting with you through your preferred means of receiving therapy.
I hold a strong desire to support individuals through the process of change and growth, as well as to attain optimal mental wellbeing. I address the following issues with clients: childhood trauma, anxiety, domestic/relational abuse, life transition, emotional disturbance, communication issues, boundary issues or people-pleasing, negative thoughts patterns, self-esteem/self-worth concerns, depression, racial trauma, and relationship issues.
In therapy, I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental environment as you commence on your journey of healing, growth and change while exploring emotional wounds, fears and challenges that affect day-to-day living. My goal is to work collaboratively with you to build resiliency, uncover your strengths, develop coping strategies, and establish hope.
I recognize that reaching out for therapy can be challenging, I will try my best to ensure you feel safe and secure as you navigate this process. My approach to therapy is anti-oppressive, strength-based, and trauma-informed. I offer therapy in-person and virtually; so I look forward to connecting with you through your preferred means of receiving therapy.
