Sheldon is an experienced psychotherapist and student affairs professional, with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. Having worked at three different Canadian universities as a counsellor, mental health educator, case manager and manager, Sheldon is passionate about supporting students meet their academic potential by obtaining balance in their life.
Sheldon has been the president of the Post-Secondary Counsellor’s Chapter since May 2021. He joined the chapter to connect and develop the support for post-secondary counsellors, and to understand the current climate of post-secondary counselling in Canada.

Jeananne (she/her) is a seasoned counsellor and student affairs professional, with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Higher Education (UBC) and a Master of Education in Higher Education, Student Development and Student Services (OISE).  In her current role Jeananne works collaboratively with graduate students to support students’ success through developing strategies to mitigate challenges and minimize disruptions to personal well-being and academic success.  She recognizes that students and institutions are partners in post-secondary education and endeavors to advocate for systemic solutions to complement her more individualized student-centred approach to addressing barriers to success.
Jeananne has been a member of the Post-Secondary Counsellors Chapter since 2017, and joined the executive as a member at large in 2020 to participate in the community of practice and contribute to advocacy efforts on behalf of post-secondary counsellors across Canada.

Annelise is a registered psychologist and has a Master of Education in Counselling Psychology. She has worked as a counsellor at a post-secondary institution in Alberta since 2016. Annelise believes strongly in the importance of providing accessible, strengths-based, trauma-informed counselling services to support students as they navigate their studies.

Annelise has been a Member-at-Large on the Post-Secondary Counsellor’s Chapter Executive since December 2019. She connected with the chapter to meet other Canadian post-secondary counsellors, learn about issues that are impacting counsellors across Canada, and contribute to the chapter’s research and advocacy efforts.

Denyse was born and raised in St. John’s, Newfoundland. She holds Bachelors of Music and Music Education degrees (conjoint) and a Master’s in Education in Counselling Psychology from Memorial University of Newfoundland. Denyse is also a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). Denyse initially taught Music Education in the St. John’s Public school system for numerous years before transitioning to the area of Counselling. She initially began her work in the community non-profit setting in St. John’s before coming to Memorial University in the role of Wellness Navigator at the Student Wellness and Counselling Centre. Denyse’s role there is to assist local and International students who are studying at the undergraduate or graduate level. Her passion is connecting in a positive way with Post Secondary students at Memorial, and to help them navigate on a short-term basis in the area of mental health and other personal issues that may arise throughout their study. In addition, Denyse also assists students with referrals within Memorial or outside in the community as needed.
Denyse is currently a Member at Large for the CCPA Post Secondary Chapter and has served in this position since 2021.

Jessica is a career counsellor and student services professional, with a Master of Education in Counselling Psychology. Having worked at five Canadian universities as a counsellor and counsellor educator. She currently works at the Nova Scotia Community College as a Manager in their Central Student & Career Services Office, working to deliver equitable, accessible, and meaningful career development opportunities for students and new graduates.
Jessica has been president of the CCPA’s Career Counsellors Chapter and now sits on the Post-Secondary Counsellor’s Chapter as their Treasurer since the Summer of 2021 to continue supporting our counselling community in their ongoing development and building of professional connections.

Forrest completed a Clinical Counselling Psychology MA and graduate certificate in Art Therapy from Antioch University.  In an over 20-year long career in case management and mental health, Forrest has been able to work with a large range of consumers.

She has a special interest in art therapy, trauma work and sex therapy interventions.  Additionally, she has supported people with developmental delays, brain injuries, and those who identify as sexual and gender minorities.  Settings for her work have included an inpatient addiction treatment centre, intensive youth group care and treatment foster care, as well as being a referred counsellor from the justice/probation office.  Forrest works in Edmonton, AB with relationship and family counselling, youth and adults individually, as well as group treatment.

Forrest has worked as a counsellor at MacEwan University for 13 years.  The Wellness and Psychological services department she is a part of, provides professional support to formulate individually-driven solutions to issues often revolving around personal, mental health, relationship, career and academic concerns.  Post-Secondary mental health is so important to the future leaders of our world, Forrest is pleased to have a part in this community.”

Cynthia is a Registered Psychotherapist and detains a Master’s in Counselling & Spirituality.  She currently operates a private practice, offers supervision to practicum students as well as registered professionals in the field, and works to support students at a local university.  Cynthia is passionate about supporting students on their journeys of learning all the while helping them learn how to best take care of their mental well-being.
Cynthia is currently the Ontario Francophone Director on the CCPA Board of Directors and acts as a liaison between the chapter and the Board.