Who We Are

Meet our Team

The Dóchas Resilience Foundation is supported by a volunteer Board of Directors, volunteer clinical leadership, and master’s-level practicum interns.

Through a supervised practicum model, we are able to provide accessible mental health services while also creating meaningful learning opportunities for emerging professionals.

Our practicum interns provide counselling and support across our programs while receiving ongoing training and clinical supervision from qualified mental health professionals.

All practicum Internship positions are unpaid.

Team Members

Being part of this work means a great deal to me. When my friend first shared her vision with me, I was immediately drawn to the heart behind it and the meaningful impact it could have on the people she hoped to support.

Meet Alessandra

Alessandra

Clinical Team Lead

In my role with the Foundation, I oversee program development, clinical services, community partnerships, and the practicum program. Through this program, we support the training and supervision of master’s-level practicum interns who provide free and low-cost counselling within our communities.

Meet Rachael

Rachael

Director

Meet Our Current Team

I believe there is value in having someone willing to sit in the mud with you, without rushing to pull you out of it. I also want to be there for the wins, the laughter, and the moments when you begin to recognize yourself again.

Meet Amanda Watmough

Amanda Watmough

Practicum Intern

If you decide to plunk down across from me, that will be my goal first and foremost: to help you know that I’m here to listen, hold space, and see you through both your strengths and your adversities. I aim to meet you where you are, through all stages and seasons of life.

Meet Elisha McInroy

Elisha McInroy

Practicum Intern

Reaching out for support can take courage, especially when we have spent much of our lives feeling that we should be able to figure things out ourselves. I believe that asking for help is not a sign of weakness, but an important part of caring for ourselves and part of a healthy community.

Meet Justin Khuong

Justin Khuong

Practicum Intern

Hi, I'm Matthew! I am so excited to introduce myself as a practicum student here at Dochas Psychological Services. A little about me, I am a fitness and coffee nut! So, outside of work, you'll likely find me at the gym, in a local coffee shop, or walking some of the nearby trails!

Meet Matthew

Matthew Urchyshyn

Practicum Intern

My goal is to create a safe space where you can explore your experiences, gain a deeper understanding of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, and develop the skills you need to handle whatever life throws at you with more confidence, resilience, and success.

Meet Tannis Zuk