The National Board of Directors
The Board of Directors of CCPA is a policy board. There are thirteen elected Directors representing all provinces and territories of Canada. Starting in 2014, an annual appointment of an Aboriginal representative to the CCPA Board of Directors took place. The Executive of the Association is comprised of the President, President-Elect, Past President, Treasurer and the Chief Executive Officer. Together, these professionals conduct research and outreach, and function as stewards of the Association. They are tasked with the responsibility of ensuring the policies, procedures, initiatives, and advocacy work of the Association are aligned with the best interests of our members and the public.
The Board of Directors is the direct link to the voice of our CCPA membership. As elected officials, they bring to the table the concerns, interests and contexts of counselling and psychotherapy professionals across the country. In addition to the Executive Committee, the Board of Directors consists of one representative per region, except in New Brunswick, Quebec and Ontario where there is one Francophone Director and one Anglophone Director from each province. The Director for British Columbia also represents the Yukon, the Director for Alberta also represents the North West Territories, and the Director for Manitoba also represents Nunavut. The Director of a region must have their primary residence or workplace in the region that they serve. The Chief Executive Officer of CCPA is a non-voting member of the Board of Directors.
Jen Rowett
President-Elect
It is an honour to be serving our members as President-Elect for the 2017-2019 term. During my tenure as the New Brunswick Anglophone Director, we reached our collective goal which dates back many years, and our Licensed Counselling Therapists Act became an Act of the Legislature on May 5th, 2017. The College of Licensed Counselling Therapists of New Brunswick commenced on June 1st, 2017. I continue to be committed to contributing to the growth and organization of our profession provincially, nationally, and internationally. I will contribute my strengths and experiences including advocacy and outreach; counsellor education and research; and leadership and collaboration.
I am grateful for a range of experiences that currently inspire my professional growth and fulfillment including clinical practice, university instruction, supervision of students, and the journey of my doctoral degree. I have enjoyed being an entrepreneur for over 20 years, and various volunteer activities that range from being a firefighter to a team leader for Global Village, Habitat for Humanity. I live in unceded Wolastoqey territory with my husband, where I am constantly in awe of the beauty of nature that surrounds us.
I am very enthusiastic and ready to serve in this role of President-Elect.
Thank you, Merci, Woliwon!
Natasha Caverley
Past President
Natasha has a B.A (With Distinction) in Psychology, a M.Ed (Counselling Psychology) and a Ph.D in Organizational Studies from the University of Victoria.
Since 1998, Dr. Caverley has held research and policy analyst and organizational development positions in Indigenous, non-Indigenous and public service organizations specializing in community facilitation and troubleshooting, management and organizational behaviour, including policy development, instrument design and analysis, and strategic planning. Notable positions for Dr. Caverley include the following:
- Adjunct Assistant Professor, Department of Educational Psychology and Leadership Studies—Faculty of Education, University of Victoria
- President, Turtle Island Consulting Services Inc. (North Saanich, BC)
- Performance Measurement & Planning Advisor, First Nations Mountain Pine Beetle Initiative (Victoria, BC)
- Research Scientist, Human Resources Research Organization (Alexandria, VA)
- Benefits Analyst and Human Resource Management Researcher at the BC Public Service Agency (Victoria, BC)
- Teaching Assistant, University of Victoria (Victoria, BC)
Since 2001, Natasha has been a member in good standing with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) holding a Canadian Certified Counsellor (C.C.C) designation—specializing in organizational behaviour, career counselling and development and multicultural counselling.
Dr. Caverley’s professional and volunteer experiences are eclectic in nature. Natasha has been very fortunate to work in diverse settings whereby clients welcome her involvement in bringing a “human dimension” (e.g., socio-cultural and health/wellness perspective) to issues such as climate change adaptation in rural communities; career development for Indigenous communities and the military; occupational health, wellness and safety of public sector and emergency personnel; employment and skills development program design for rural, urban and remote communities; and community planning and literacy development.
To date, Dr. Caverley has authored over 40 publications in journals such as BC Counsellor: Journal of the British Columbia School Counsellors’ Association; International Journal of Public Sector Management; Native Studies Review; Journal of Management Studies and Journal of Ecosystems and Management.
During her tenure as CCPA National President, CCPA President-Elect and British Columbia/Yukon CCPA Director, Natasha brought a scholar-practitioner and multicultural perspective to CCPA Board meetings. In particular, Dr. Caverley continues to be interested in working with the CCPA Board of Directors in advancing the Association’s governance-related policy, planning and protocol development; building new organizational partnerships at the provincial and national levels; and promoting initiatives that support information sharing, networking and related extension opportunities for the CCPA membership.
Natasha is a multiracial Canadian of Irish, Jamaican and Algonquin ancestry.
Thank you/Merci/Meegwetch!
Michel Turcotte
Treasurer
Michel Turcotte, Career counsellor, Psychologist. After a career of 30 years within the Canadian Department of Employment and Social Development as a counsellor, counsellor educator, research and policy development manager, Michel has undertaken since 2013 a doctoral thesis on the topic of career couselling at distance, at Laval University in Canada. He is a member of the Centre de recherche et d’intervention sur l’éducation et la vie au travail (CRIEVAT). He has worked on numerous national and international cooperation projects in career guidance. His leadership has led him to play key roles in pan-Canadian and international career development and public policy symposium, in the Standards and Guidelines for career development professionals and in the creation of the Canadian Research Working Group for Evidence-Based Practice in Career Development (CRWG).
He has served on various boards in the field of guidance in Quebec, in Canada and at international levels, including the president of the guidance section of the Quebec Corporation of guidance counselors and psychoeducators (2002-2007), the treasurer of the Canadian counseling and Psychotherapy Association (2015-2017) and the treasurer of the International Association for Educational and Vocational Guidance (IAEVG) (2006-2015). Quebec, Canada.
Michel has been awarded the Etta St. John Wileman Award (2017), the Stu Conger Gold Medal for Leadership in Career Development (2014), the Mérite du Conseil Interprofessionnel du Québec (2012) and the Stu Conger Award for leadership in counselling and career development in Canada (2008) in recognition for his leadership in career development.
Madeleine Lelievre
British Columbia and Yukon
Madeleine has been a Canadian Certified Counsellor for over 20 years, and has a Master of Education in Counselling from Acadia University. She has been an educator in the UK, New Zealand and Canada, including periods as a teacher and counsellor for students with Learning Disabilities at Landmark East School in Wolfville, Nova Scotia; as a counsellor at the Atlantic Centre for Students with Disabilities at Saint Mary’s University in Halifax; and as a Resource Teacher and Guidance Counsellor at Fredericton High School, New Brunswick.
In 2001, Madeleine joined the Nova Scotia Association of Professional Counsellors (now the NS College of Counselling Therapists), and became heavily involved in the move towards statutory regulation. Later, as a member of the New Brunswick Association of Counselling Therapists, Madeleine again worked on the legislative agenda in that province from 2009 to 2014.
Madeleine has lived in British Columbia since 2015. She is looking forward to her continued involvement with CCPA as the new Regional Director for BC and Yukon. Madeleine is also the Board liaison for the BC Chapter of the Association, and represents CCPA on the Board of FACT-BC.
Kathy Offet-Gartner
Alberta and Northwest Territories
I have a PhD in Counselling Psychology, am a counsellor at Mount Royal University (Calgary) and a counselling educator for Athabasca University. I have been a long member of CCPA and belong to a number of chapters (Career; Counsellor Educators; Social Justice; the Indigenous Circle, as well as the AB/NWT chapter). I have been involved with the latter three chapters since their inception and am currently serving as President of the AB/NWT chapter, as well as serving on the national board. I believe strongly in the ethics, values and mission statement of CCPA and love the profession of Counselling!
Kimberly Young
Saskatchewan
It is an honor to serve as the Director of Saskatchewan for the next two years. I am committed to contributing to the growth of our profession by raising the profile of the work we do as counselors/psychotherapists.
I hold a Master of Education Degree with a specialization in Counseling Psychology from the University of Regina and as well a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and another in Addictions Studies.
I have been a member of CCPA since 2011 and a Certified Canadian Counselor Supervisor in 2014.
My Husband and I have three children ages 16, 20, and 24 and a grand-daughter, 2 1/2 years old; we like to call the rural community of Earl Grey home.
Joyce Milligan
Manitoba and Nunavut
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Ontario AnglophoneVicki-Anne Rodrigue
Ontario Francophone
I am both humbled and honored to have been reelected for a second consecutive term as one of the two Ontario Directors, along with my colleague, Mr. Nicholas Renaud. It is always a privilege to serve the Ontario Francophone membership of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA).
Education and Training
I completed my undergraduate training at Laurentian University (Sudbury, Ontario) and my graduate training at the University of Ottawa (Ottawa, Ontario), Saint Paul University and l’Université Laval (Ste-Foy, Québec). I am currently completing the Third Party Neutral certificate through the Canadian Institute for Conflict Resolution and endeavor to continue my doctoral studies as of the Fall 2018.
Personal and Professional Work Experience
My areas of expertise are in trauma and crisis counselling with a specialization in Psychotic Disorders (notably Schizophrenia), Eating Disorders (notably obesity) and Anxiety Disorders (notably Posttraumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD).
I have been a counsellor educator for several years and have had the opportunity to teach both undergraduate and graduate courses at the University of Ottawa, Saint Paul University and La Cité collégiale.
Having experienced discrimination and harassment in professional work and academic settings alike, I developed a keen interest for both the informal and formal processes, which led to my developing an additional expertise in conflict resolution and harassment prevention and resolution. Whilst I no longer work in mental health, I’ve had the wonderful opportunity to work as a Senior Conflict Resolution Practitioner and as a Senior Harassment Complaints Advisor for the Federal Public Service. Combining both my passion for conflict resolution/harassment prevention and my love of teaching has led to my currently working as the Project and Training Coordinator for the Office of Conflict Resolution at Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. I enjoy what I do and my team is unmatched in professionalism, dedication and kindness.
Core Values
Integrity, righteousness and humility are at the core of my being and I value open and honest communication. Outside of the workforce, I love spending time and caring for my cat Felicity and growing family. I am actively engaged in my Church through the hospitality and worship teams and through community outreach by way of ministry to the poor, homeless and those suffering from mental illness.
Please feel free to contact me for any assistance. I look forward to serving you for the next two years.
Thank you, merci, meegwetch!
Michel Turcotte
Quebec FrancophoneMichel Turcotte, Career counsellor, Psychologist. After a career of 30 years within the Canadian Department of Employment and Social Development as a counsellor, counsellor educator, research and policy development manager, Michel has undertaken since 2013 a doctoral thesis on the topic of career couselling at distance, at Laval University in Canada. He is a member of the Centre de recherche et d’intervention sur l’éducation et la vie au travail (CRIEVAT). He has worked on numerous national and international cooperation projects in career guidance. His leadership has led him to play key roles in pan-Canadian and international career development and public policy symposium, in the Standards and Guidelines for career development professionals and in the creation of the Canadian Research Working Group for Evidence-Based Practice in Career Development (CRWG).
He has served on various boards in the field of guidance in Quebec, in Canada and at international levels, including the president of the guidance section of the Quebec Corporation of guidance counselors and psychoeducators (2002-2007), the treasurer of the Canadian counseling and Psychotherapy Association (2015-2017) and the treasurer of the International Association for Educational and Vocational Guidance (IAEVG) (2006-2015). Quebec, Canada.
Michel has been awarded the Etta St. John Wileman Award (2017), the Stu Conger Gold Medal for Leadership in Career Development (2014), the Mérite du Conseil Interprofessionnel du Québec (2012) and the Stu Conger Award for leadership in counselling and career development in Canada (2008) in recognition for his leadership in career development.
Carrie Foster
Quebec Anglophone
Carrie Foster is the Anglophone Director for Quebec. She has been a member of the CCPA since 2010. She has been active in her communities on various boards promoting and advocating for the needs of those she serves. This includes nine years of service on the board member of the Quebec Counselling Association (QCA), most recently as President and past president.
She is a licensed couple and family therapist and psychotherapist, and a certified Canadian counselor and registered drama therapist. Her career spans over 30 years, with a background in hospital, healthcare and community settings. In particular, she has worked extensively in youth care, developing and leading creative workshops for children and teens, and with homeless women with mental health needs, offering group and individual therapy. Carrie currently specializes in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples. With individuals and families, she integrates psychodynamic, narrative and action-based approaches to address relationship distress, depression, anxiety, trauma and LGBTQ issues. Carrie has a special interest in helping couples navigate sexual intimacy issues.
Professional Credentials and Affiliations
- Licensed couple and family therapist with the Quebec Order of Social Workers and Couple and Family Therapists (OTSTCFQ)
- Licensed Psychotherapist with the Quebec Order of Psychologists (OPQ)
- Registered Drama Therapist with the North American Drama Therapy Association (NADTA)
- Canadian Counselling Certification with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA)
- Intensive Sex Therapy Program, Guelph University
- Intensive Sexual Attitudes Reassessment (SAR) Training, American College of Sexologists
- Member of the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT)
- Senior member of the Montreal Institute for Developmental Transformations (DvT Montreal)
- Past President of the Quebec Counselling Association
- Sc., Couple and Family Therapy, McGill University
- A., Creative Arts Therapies, Concordia University
- A. Theatre and English Dramaturgy, University of OttawaMember of: Ordre des
- Member of: Ordre des travailleurs sociaux et des thérapeutes conjugaux et familiaux du Québec.
Meredith Henry
New Brunswick Anglophone
Meredith has been a member of CCPA since 2005 and is excited to be representing NB at the National Board as the Anglophone Director. She is also the President-Elect for the Post-Secondary Counsellors Chapter within the CCPA. Meredith is a member of the newly formed College of Counselling Therapists of New Brunswick and looks forward to liaising between this group and the CCPA.
She works at the University of New Brunswick in Saint John where she provides students with mental health and career counselling, delivers education and outreach activities, oversees a peer support program, and supervises interns. She currently chairs the Minister’s Mental Health Services Advisory Committee for the province and is active in the Community Advisory Committee for Saint John and the Clinical and Education Committee for the KV Oasis Youth Centre. She is actively involved in the Atlantic Association of College and University Student Services and the Canadian Association of College and University Student Service. She was also selected and participated in CCPA’s Leaders of Tomorrow program in 2015.
Serge Hall
New Brunswick Francophone
Serge graduated from l’Université de Moncton in 2004 with a Masters in guidance counselling – Maîtrise en orientation. Upon program completion, he immediately started working as a conseiller en orientation and conseiller en carrière (guidance counsellor and career counsellor) in Northern New Brunswick for DPETL and SD. As years passed, Serge moved on to work at CCNB Dieppe, JHS of Moncton, École Samuel-de-Champlain, three different francophone schools in PEI, and the CNIB.
He has been working with Corrections Canada since 2008 as a correctional program officer in Moncton, NB.
Andrea Currie
Nova Scotia
Andrea Currie grew up in Winnipeg, Manitoba and is a member of the Métis Nation. She is the mother of one daughter, Rowan, and drums with We’koqma’qewiskwa, a women’s hand-drumming group from We’koqma’q First Nation in Unama’ki (Cape Breton, Nova Scotia), where she has worked as the community-based therapist for the past fourteen years. In addition to clinical counselling, she offers a range of wellness programs, and works closely with the We’koqma’q Residential School Survivors. She believes that understanding the impact of colonial trauma on indigenous communities as well as the community strengths that have enabled us to survive is essential to the provision of culturally safe services. She provides cultural safety training for mental health practitioners in indigenous communities and in mainstream mental health, and has taught a course on indigenous mental health in the M.Ed. in Counselling program at Acadia University. She is challenged by the depth and breadth of the need for healing in our indigenous communities and inspired by the depth and breadth of our communities’ resilience and strengths.
Marion Clorey
Prince Edward Island
Marion is pleased to serve in the capacity of PEI director on the CCPA Board of Directors and to be the liaison with the PEI Counselling Association (PEICA). Marion has been active in the PEI Association since receiving her designation as a CCC in 2004. She holds a Masters of Education Degree with a Specialization in Counselling from the Universities of Prince Edward Island and Acadia as well as a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Education and Diploma in Ministry from St. Francis Xavier University. She served for many years on the TRI PD Committee, a joint committee of the PEICA, Psychological Association of PEI and the PEI Association of Registered Social Workers. She also served on the executive of the PEICA and was part of a team on regulation which presented to the PEI Premier and his caucus in 2009.
Marion has worked at all levels of the PEI school system. She has taught Family Science at UPEI and worked for a number of years in family service as a family educator and counsellor. She is currently employed with UPEI’s Student Affairs Department as a counsellor and academic advisor and also operates a private practice as a marriage preparation educator. She is Canada’s representative for the Secular Franciscan Order, an organization present in 110 countries which is committed to social justice, peace-making and care of creation. In this capacity, she has presented internationally, including events in Lusaka, Zambia and Sao Paulo, Brazil. She is married to Doug Clorey and together they have four adult children and two grandchildren.
Marion is committed to working towards regulation with the PEICA and to raise the profile of the work we do as counsellors.
Leah Lewis
Newfoundland and Labrador
Bill Thomas
Indigenous Director
I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself, my name is William (Bill Thomas), I am a Peguis First Nation member who was born in Winnipeg, Canada raised in Peguis First Nation. I began my healing process over twenty-five years ago. I am the President and owner of Thomas Training and Therapy Services, I specialize in the treatment of Post- Traumatic Stress Disorder, Aboriginal Trauma related issues. I am an experienced International Trainer, Facilitator, Psychotherapist/ Counsellor, and traditional group therapist. I have worked closely with Elders and Healers for many years and I also have extensive therapeutic experience in; long-term flood evacuees, suicide, grief, post-trauma, sexually and physically abused clients. I provide community consultation to many Manitoba First Nation communities and organizations. I Guest Lecture Internationally about Aboriginal Trauma issues; Indian Residential School Syndrome and Culturally appropriate therapy in China, Australia, Brazil and Egypt.
I have my Masters in Clinical Social Work from University of Northern British Columbia and I have graduated in 8 months with academic distinction with a Bachelor of First Nation and Aboriginal Counselling from Brandon University. I have completed an International Licensing Program in Focusing Psychotherapy at the Prairie Region Centre for Focusing as a Certified Trainer and Therapist.
I am the Past President of the Aboriginal Chapter of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association and I am a Certified Canadian Counsellor and Supervisor of the Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapists Association, Play Therapy International, the Focusing Institute in New York, and Prairie Region Centre for Focusing. I am a member of Manitoba Association of Registered Social Workers. I have developed an integrated healing process of Focusing, PTSD and Aboriginal Healing Circle for my Masters’ thesis. I have presented papers International and National conferences and universities on trauma techniques and working with Aboriginal people. It is an honour to serve on the Board to assist and enhance the profession.
Greetings to everyone,
As the Chief Executive Officer for the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, it is my pleasure to welcome you to our website. CCPA has followed a constant progression since 1965, and recent developments around the association and the profession have proven that the future looks very promising.
Our overall goal is to grow our membership, provide the highest quality professional development and networking opportunities, and deliver advocacy for the profession both here in Canada and abroad. We therefore have a firm commitment to regularly update this site so that it remains a true reflection of the latest changes and developments within CCPA and those surrounding the counselling community in general.
If you have any suggestions or comments, please do not hesitate to communicate with us.
Barbara MacCallum
Chief Executive Officer
