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MEET YOUR THERAPY TEAM

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We’re here to support you through your struggles with PTSD and Operational Stress Symptoms.

Not only do we provide specialized therapy services for First Responder and Military Populations, but our team also offers evidence-based psychotherapy approaches to the community including youth, adults, couples and families.

“WHEN WE TACKLE OBSTACLES, WE FIND HIDDEN RESERVES OF COURAGE AND RESILIENCE WE DID NOT KNOW WE HAD. AND IT IS ONLY WHEN WE ARE FACED WITH FAILURE DO WE REALIZE THAT THESE RESOURCES WERE ALWAYS THERE WITHIN US. WE ONLY NEED TO FIND THEM AND MOVE ON WITH OUR LIVES…”

A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

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Andrea Khalid,MA, PhD (Cand)

CO-FOUNDER, WESTBORO WELLNESS

I have been working in the field of Psychology for nearly 20 years with a strong background in Neuropsychological Assessment and Clinical Research.  About 10 years ago, I decided to leave the hospital environment and focus on my passion for clinical work.  I work with adults (18+ and seniors) who are experiencing anxiety, depression, caregiver burden, stress and burnout, PTSD, and chronic illness.  I have a strong clinical focus on First Responder and Military populations.  I practice using the following approaches: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE)

While not in the office, you will find me either travelling, cooking or attending my children’s activities.

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Cindy Wolfe, M.Ed., MSW, RSW, SEP

CO-FOUNDER, WESTBORO WELLNESS

I provide social work and psychotherapy interventions to adolescents and adults as individuals, couples and families. I specialize in Operational Stress Injuries, PTSD, trauma, grief and loss, anxiety and depression.  I draw from a variety of approaches, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Prolonged Exposure Therapy and Somatic Experiencing (a body-oriented approach to trauma and stress).  I have been a social worker for over 25 years and I provide supervision and consultation to therapists across Ontario seeking support for their clients working with bottom-up approaches such as SE and EMDR.  

When I’m not working, you will find me with friends at a concert or travelling around the world with my family or hanging out at a field, dome or dance competition with my children.

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Kimberly Tran,  MSW, RSW

I am a registered social worker who works with individuals and couples for therapy in both in person and virtual sessions depending on their preference. I work with individuals who are on their family planning journey, and have specialized training to work with those who are experiencing fertility, pregnancy/ infant loss (including Termination for Medical Reasons), the transition to parenthood and postpartum anxiety and/or depression and other mental health concerns.  For my work with couples, I pull from a variety of training modalities (depending on the specific needs of the couple that I am working with) but I largely follow the Gottman method.

When I’m not at work you can likely find me either dreaming about a vacation, planning a vacation or going on a vacation ;). I will find every opportunity to find the ocean, chase the sunshine and experience new places with my favourite people (and you better believe I will find all the delicious treats and snacks along the way!).

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Aurela Vangjeli, MSW, RSW, SEP

Early in my experience as a therapist, I observed a common theme: repeated exposure to traumatic and overwhelming experiences, coupled with a lack of support to process and navigate the impact, often left others feeling stuck and isolated. In response, I looked for a deeper understanding and healing of trauma, and completed a three-year training program to become a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), a naturalistic approach that helps release traumatic stress stored in the body. To further support others in expanding their resilience, I recently completed training in Touch Skills for Trauma (TST) practitioners. 

I support individuals aged 19 and older who have experienced trauma, grief, anxiety, interpersonal conflict, emotional regulation, and disconnection from their bodies, others, and the world. I welcome people from diverse lived experiences, identities, ethnicities, races, and cultures.

In addition to somatic therapy, I draw from various therapeutic models, including Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), as well as Compassion- and Mindfulness-Focused therapies.

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Theresa Vinokuroff, MSW, RSW

I work with individuals, I draw on a number of modalities to best meet the client's needs. My primary specialities are relationship issues, parenting, and mood disorders.

With couples, I primarily utilize the Gottman Method for Couple Counselling, focusing on a dyadic approach where couples learn to talk to each other and work together to reconnect, work through conflict, and focus on developing deeper relationships with one another. Family therapy/ Parenting: I provide family therapy and parenting assistance, drawing from my secondary work as a licensed Signs of Safety Trainer and Consultant. I help families develop plans to address whatever issue is occurring in the home that is making it more difficult for the family unit to be safe, successful and bonded. I provide couples therapy (traditional weekly/biweekly format, or intensive marathon approach of 3 consecutive days), as well as running couples workshops. I am also trained in working with couples where there is trauma, PTSD, or infidelity.

When I’m not at work you can likely find me cooking non-stop for the hungry teenagers in my home, or at one of their hockey/football games. I also love to travel and am continually trying to find new places in the world to explore.

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Jenn(ifer) Wilks, MSW RSW, She/ Her

I am a Registered Social Worker (RSW) and holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Carleton University.

I have a combined 15 years of experience working at The Royal Ottawa Hospital, as well as with community agencies as a counsellor and in Violence Against Women services. I am particularly experienced in working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, psychosis, caregiver burnout, and grief.

I use  a combination of Acceptance and Commitment, Cognitive Behavioural, Dialectical Behavioural, Motivational, Narrative, and Solution-focused therapeutic approaches in my work.

When not working, Jenn enjoys walking her dog ( even in the snow), stand-up paddle boarding ( not in the snow) and reading mystery novels.

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Ready to build resiliency and restore balance?

Westboro Wellness offers in-person and virtual therapy options.  The number of sessions varies depending on each individual’s situation and prior coping mechanisms.