CBM PSYCHOLOGICAL & COUNSELLING SERVICES

MEET THE TEAM

CECELIA ARSCOTT

REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST
& CLINIC DIRECTOR


In-Person + Virtual Services (Limited Availability)

ABOUT CECELIA: 

Cecelia Arscott, drs., C.Psych. & Clinical Director, is a registered member of the College of Psychologists of Ontario. She earned her Bachelors degree in Psychology and French from the University of Toronto and a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Amsterdam. She additionally completed postmasters training earning her further certification as a Psychotherapist. 

Cecelia has extensive experience working in a variety of settings including children’s mental health agencies, hospitals, and private practice. She provides psycho-educational and psychological assessments as well as individual, couples, and family therapy using a variety of therapy methods (e.g., Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT),  Psycho-dynamic Psychotherapy, Family/Systems Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Cecelia is a member of the Ontario Psychological Association (OPA) and the Ontario Association of Mental Health Practitioners (OAMHP).


KANAE LICERDA

REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST


ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

In-Person + Virtual Services

ABOUT KANAE:

Kanae LiCerda MC:AT, DVATI, RP, is member of the the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.  Just like a fingerprint, no two individuals are alike, therefore using a blended approach with verbal and non-verbal therapies (CBT, play and art therapy) provides the necessary flexibility to suit each client’s unique needs.  Working from a strength based, person-centered perspective, Kanae has witnessed how creative expression supports client development and personal coping strategies and how this helps to see a clients’ world in new ways. 

Kanae has worked extensively with children with pervasive developmental delays and consults regularly with caregivers, teachers and support staff on behavioral strategies.  She is an integrative service provider for autism and neurodevelopment disorders within the children’s mental health field. 

As an associate at CBM, Kanae provides psychotherpay and counselling for children, youth, their families, and others experiencing a wide range of behavioural and emotional difficulties. Kanae is a professional member of the Canadian Art Therapy Association (CATA) and the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.

TREVOR MACISAAC

REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST


ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

In-Person + Virtual Services

ABOUT TREVOR:

Trevor MacIsaac, M.A., C.Psych., is a registered member of the College of Psychologists of Ontario. He completed his Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology: Applied Developmental Emphasis at the University of Guelph in 2007. He subsequently completed 3 years of doctoral coursework and a year-long doctoral practicum at East Metro Youth Services in Toronto. He is currently a staff member in the psychology department at the Durham Catholic District School Board. 

Over his career, Trevor has completed extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Interpersonal Therapy, as well as over a decade of completing psychological, learning and developmental assessments in school boards, private clinics, and governmental agencies. As a formerly troubled child himself, Trevor has a unique perspective and passion for helping young people in difficult circumstances.


SARAH 

"ELAINE" SAUNDERS

REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST


Not accepting new clients

ABOUT ELAINE:

Sarah "Elaine" Saunders, Registered  Psychologist, has been registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario since 1998. She completed her studies at the University of Guelph and has been practicing in the mental health field for some 20+ years. 

Elaine’s areas of expertise include clinical and counselling psychology. She has extensive experience working with couples and families, with victims of domestic violence, with individuals and groups facing social and emotional difficulties, and with children, teens and adults experiencing educational challenges. 

Elaine primarily works from a cognitive behavioural therapy perspective. She is a member in good standing with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. She is also a member of the Ontario Association of Mental Health Practitioners (OAMHP).


OWEN REID

REGISTERED SOCIAL WORKER


ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

In-Person + Virtual Services

ABOUT OWEN:

Owen Reid, MSW, RSW, has a Masters Degree of Social Work from York University. He has extensive experience working in a variety of settings, including children’s mental health, school board social work, court-mandated domestic violence counselling and private practice. Along with his CBT Certification, Owen has received extensive training and practice in DBT and narrative therapy. His diverse lived experiences and education has strengthened his ability to engage and support individuals with overcoming their social, emotional and behavioural challenges. 

Owen’s areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, grief support, anger management, family conflict and trauma. Owen is a registered member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) and the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW).


DONNA BILLS

REGISTERED SOCIAL WORKER


ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

In-Person + Virtual Services

ABOUT DONNA:

Donna Bills MSW, RSW, has a Master of Social Work Degree from the University of Toronto. She has thirty years’ experience working in nonprofit community settings, mental health departments in hospitals and teaching at the college level.  Donna has provided counselling to people struggling with emotional distress caused by anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, and trauma. 

Through individual, couple and group therapy, Donna delivers evidence-based, client centered treatment. She has an advanced certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a Certificate in Mindfulness Meditation, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and is trained in Emotion Focused Therapy for couples. Donna is a registered member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) and a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW).


CAROL LA FLEUR

REGISTERED SOCIAL WORKER


ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

Virtual Services

ABOUT CAROL:

Carol La Fleur, BSW, MSW, RSW, has a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from the University of Guyana and a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Windsor. She has experience working with clients from various cultural backgrounds and age groups. Carol uses a Strength Based Approach which is aimed at utilizing the client’s strengths to accomplish goals and achieve a favourable outcome. Carol has extensive training and experience with Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Stress Based Therapy (MSBT), Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), Strength Based Therapy, and Motivational interviewing. 

Carol’s areas of specialty include but are not limited to: anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, stress management, self-esteem issues, teaching coping strategies to client’s dealing with medical challenges, and parent coaching/guidance to parents/caregivers of children or adults living with developmental disabilities (e.g., Autism, developmental delay, and ADHD). Carol is very passionate about supporting clients and seeks to help them improve their well-being and live healthy and fulfilling lives to the best of their ability.  Carol is a registered member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) and the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW).


CHANTE SALICKSINGH

REGISTERED SOCIAL WORKER


Not accepting new clients


ABOUT CHANTE:

Chanté Salicksingh, HBSc., MSW, RSW, has been passionate about helping individuals with matters of the heart for as long as she can remember. Alongside her diverse relationship coaching background, she is a graduate of the University of Toronto with a degree specializing in Mental Health. To further her understanding of how individuals and couples relate to, and experience their interpersonal relationships, she additionally undertook training in Emotion-Focused Therapy. Chanté has previously been a counselor at The Canadian Centre for Men and Families, working with adult males and couples, focusing on areas of depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship and familial conflict. Through this experience she has gained extensive insight into men’s issues, and considers herself an advocate. 

Chanté uses a client-centered approach to guide individuals as they take their therapeutic journey. Chante is an early career therapist who completed her Masters of Social Work at The University of Windsor, and is a registered member of the College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.


NIMA TOURCHIAN

PSYCHOMETRIST

ABOUT NIMA:

Nima Tourchian, MSc., BSc., is a psychometrist at CBM. Nima holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Psychology from York University and a Master of Science (MSc) in Pharmaceutic Sciences from the University of Toronto. Nima has extensive experience conducting research-based and clinical psychoeducational assessments with children, adolescents, and adults presenting with a wide range of concerns including neurodevelopmental disorders, intellectual disabilities and learning difficulties. 

At CBM, Nima specializes in administering a wide range of standardized assessment measures that help to evaluate one’s functioning across a number of areas including cognitive abilities (e.g. memory, attention, problem-solving, executive functioning etc.) academic abilities and social and emotional functioning. Nima provides psychometric services under the supervision of a registered clinical psychologist and is bilingual, with proficiency in both English and Farsi.


PRISCILLA JABOUIN

REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST (Qualifying)

& CAREER COUNSELOR


ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

In-Person + Virtual Services

ABOUT PRISCILLA:

Priscilla Jabouin, M.A., CCC, RP (Qualifying), Career Counselor and Certified Canadian Counselor, has been working in the counselling and career development fields since 2012 after leaving a career as an elementary school teacher. With her unique holistic approach to counselling, Priscilla integrates her training and knowledge in psychology (Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology), education (Master of Arts (Child Study) & Bachelor in Education), women empowerment (Certified Pleasure Coach), Yoga (500 hours registered yoga teacher), and Reiki (Level 3), to offer her clients a unique approach to help them navigate their healing journeys in relation to work. 

Priscilla’s main area of focus as a therapist has been to help adults prioritise their mental health at work by helping them find a career they genuinely love. Currently, as she expands her practice to a wider range of clients, she is also available to support adults, teenagers, and students 12+ dealing with a variety of presenting issues.  

At CBM, Priscilla provides psychological services under the supervision of Cecelia Arscott, registered psychologist, as she works towards the requirements for becoming registered with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and the College of Psychologists of Ontario.


SARAH

KHWAJA

PSYCHOMETRIST


ABOUT SARAH:

Sarah Khwaja, B.A., M.A., is a psychometrist who is a dedicated and passionate about supporting children with learning disabilities, ADHD, and Autism. With a background as a child psychologist in India, she bring years of experience to her work. By using a variety of tests that assess cognitive abilities, attention, memory, and behavior, she works closely with healthcare professionals to contribute to accurate diagnoses and personalized treatment plans. 


Sarah's goal is to create a supportive environment where families feel heard and understood, and where every child can be evaluated with care and precision. She is committed to helping children reach their full potential, ensuring that every assessment is not only thorough but also tailored to their specific needs. Compassion and expertise are at the heart of her approach, and she takes pride in being a trusted partner in each child’s journey toward growth and success. Sarah is currently in the process of working towards registering with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario.


EUGENIA "JENNA" FIBIGER

PSYCHOLOGY INTERN


WAITLIST AVAILABLE

Accepting New Clients 

ABOUT JENNA:

Jenna Fibiger, B.A. (Masters Candidate), is a compassionate therapist dedicated to supporting individuals on their mental and emotional well-being journey. With a particular interest in cognitive-behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and mindfulness techniques, Jenna provides a safe, nonjudgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and challenges.  


Jenna is currently completing their Master’s of Psychology from Adler Graduate Professional School and has completed her Bachelor's of Science in Psychology at the University of Toronto Scarborough. Jenna has also had the opportunity to work with clients at the Frederick W. Thompson Centre’s Intensive OCD clinic and is currently engaged in research focused on narrative therapy in those with OCD. She is passionate about and plans to specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, and chronic health conditions. 


Grounded in a client-centred approach, Jenna integrates evidence-based techniques with empathy and understanding, tailoring each session to meet the unique needs of the individual. Outside the therapy space, Jenna is passionate about reading, painting, and spending time with family and friends.



ADMIN

DENICA JOHNSON

OFFICE MANAGER                  

BRIDGET, GABRIEL,
DORSA & ARAIYAH

OFFICE ADMINISTRATORS