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Meet Our Niagara Team of Therapists

Experienced. Compassionate. Client-Centered.

Since 2008, we’ve provided in-person therapy from our Niagara Falls office, supporting individuals, couples, and families across the Niagara Region.​

Meet our therapists below, book your appointment online, or call or text 905-321-0550. We’ll help you find the therapist who’s right for you.

Thoughtful Therapists. Practical Help.

Every therapist on our team brings a unique mix of training, experience, and personality to their work. Some focus on anxiety, trauma, or relationships; others specialize in ADHD, depression, burnout, or academic and career challenges.

What they share is a strong clinical foundation, a down-to-earth approach, and a genuine commitment to helping you make lasting change—moving beyond symptom management toward building a life you love.

Take a moment to read through each profile and see who feels like the right fit for you.

 

If you’re not sure where to start,

our Client Care Team can help match you with the therapist best suited to your needs.

Registered Psychotherapist Rita Vescio, providing counselling in Niagara for trauma, grief, anxiety, and relationships.

Rita Vescio, M.A., RP

Registered Psychotherapist

Adults, Youth (17+)

  • Emotion Regulation, Anxiety

  • Grief, Loss, Depression

  • Stress Management

  • Post-Trauma Growth

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Hayes Steinberg, RP (Q)

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Adults

  • Anxiety, Depression, and Emotional Regulation

  • Relationship and Family Challenges

  • Trauma, Grief, and Life Transitions

  • Self-Esteem, Identity, and Resilience

Registered Psychotherapist Annelise Buma-Wiens, providing counselling in Niagara for trauma, grief, anxiety, and relationships.

Annelise Buma-Wiens, M.A., RP

Registered Psychotherapist

Adults, Youth (17+)

  • Depression​​, Anxiety, Stress

  • Adult ADHD

  • Managing Difficult Emotions

  • Grief and Loss

Cory Macdonald, Registered Social Worker headshot — couples and adult therapist, Niagara Region

Cory MacDonald, M.S.W., RSW

Registered Social Worker

Couples, Adults, Youth (14+)

  • Relationships, Communication, Conflict, Boundaries

  • Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss

  • Attachment-Related Issues

  • ​Emotion Regulation

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Ethan Braun, M.A., RP (Q)

Registered Psychotherapist, (Qualifying)

Youth, Young Adults, Parents, Adults

  • Anxiety and Depression

  • Communication, Boundaries, Relationship Conflicts

  • Grief, Loss and Life Transitions

  • Self-worth and Self-esteem

Registered Psychotherapist Nicole Postma, providing counselling in Niagara for trauma, grief, anxiety, and relationships.

Nicole Postma, M.S.W., RSW, TCTSY-F

Registered Social Worker

Adults (18+)

  • Anxiety, Depression, Stress

  • Trauma Recovery 

  • ADHD

  • Health Concerns

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Danielle Watson, M.A., RP

Registered Psychotherapist

Adults, Youth (7+)

  • Self-Esteem, Body Image

  • Eating Disorders, disordered eating

  • Anxiety, Depression

  • Art Therapy, Play Therapy

Sephra Hodges, Registered Social Worker headshot — couples and adult therapist, Niagara Region

Sephra Hodges, M.S.W., RSW

Registered Social Worker

Couples, Adults, Youth (13+)

  • Couples, Relationships, Communication

  • ADHD, Anxiety, Stress, Depression

  • Life Transitions, Grief and Loss, Health Concerns 

  • Trauma Recovery

Registered Psychotherapist Brittany Parsons, providing counselling in Niagara for trauma, grief, anxiety, and relationships.

Brittany Parsons, M.A., RP, RCT, CYC (Cert) 

Registered Psychotherapist

Children (5+), Families, Adults

  • Anxiety, Stress, Emotion Regulation, Depression

  • Grief, Loss

  • Trauma, PTSD

  • Pregnancy, Postpartum, Prenatal 

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Idelsi Cano, M.A., RP (Q)

Registered Psychotherapist, (Qualifying)

Adults, Families, Children (aged 3+)

  • Anxiety, Stress, Depression

  • Low Self-Esteem, Relationship Challenges

  • Grief, Loss and Adjustment Issues

  • ADHD and Neurodivergent Support

Registered Psychotherapist Becky West, providing counselling in Niagara for trauma, grief, anxiety, and relationships.

Becky West, M.A., RP

Registered Psychotherapist

Adults, Couples, Youth (14+)

  • Anxiety, Stress, Emotion Regulation, Depression

  • Grief and Loss

  • Couples, Relationships, Communication, Intimacy

  • Assertiveness, Boundaries, Self-Esteem

Registered Psychotherapist Carmen Esau, providing counselling in Niagara for trauma, grief, anxiety, and relationships.

Carmen Esau, M.A., RP

Registered Psychotherapist

Couples, Adults

  • Couples Counselling

  • Anxiety, Stress, Worry

  • Relationship Challenges

  • Finance-related Stresses

Registered Psychotherapist Micaela Wiens, providing counselling in Niagara for trauma, grief, anxiety, and relationships.

Micaela Wiens, M.A., RP

Registered Psychotherapist

Adults and Youth (13+)

  • Anxiety and Depression

  • Chronic Worry and Stress

  • Low Self-Worth

  • Relationship Concerns

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Chloe Guy, Graduate Student Intern

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Adults, (18+)

  • Depression, anxiety, and emotional regulation

  • Relationships, communication, and conflict

  • Self-esteem and body image concerns

  • Trauma and grief

Registered Psychotherapist Justine Mogford, providing counselling in Niagara for trauma, grief, anxiety, and relationships.

Justine Mogford, M.A., RP

Registered Psychotherapist

Couples, Adults, Youth (13+)

  • Couples Counselling

  • Depression, Stress, Anxiety

  • Postpartum Challenges

  • Grief, Life Transitions

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Nina Wallace, M.S.W., RSW

Registered Social Worker

Adults, Families, Children  (10+)

  • Trauma Recovery

  • Anxiety and Depression

  • Emotion Regulation

  • Self-Esteem

Registered Social Worker David Moyes, providing counselling in Niagara for trauma, grief, anxiety, and relationships.

David Moyes, M.S.W., RSW

Registered Social Worker

Couples, Adults, Youth (13+)

 

  • Relationship Challenges

  • Mood, Academic & Work Concerns

  • Trauma Recovery

  • Self-Harm

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Registered Psychotherapist Natasha Milana, providing counselling in Niagara for trauma, grief, anxiety, and relationships.

Natasha Milana, M.A., RP

Registered Psychotherapist

Adults, Families, Children (6+)

  • Anxiety & Depression

  • Trauma

  • Emotional Regulation

  • Bullying and Self-Esteem

Registered Psychotherapist Ruth Nixon, providing counselling in Niagara for trauma, grief, anxiety, and relationships.

Ruth Nixon, M.A., RP

Registered Psychotherapist

Adults (18+)

  • First Responders and Families

  • Trauma, PTSD, Complex-PTSD

  • Sexual & Domestic Violence

  • Anxiety, Depression, Grief

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Steve Abma, M.A., RP

Registered Psychotherapist

Clinic Director

  • Team Lead, Couples Therapy

  • Training and Development

  • Clinical Supervision

  • Writer and Speaker

Need Help Choosing A Therapist?

The strongest predictor of successful therapy is finding the right fit with your therapist.

Our client care team is here to help you find the best person for your specific needs.

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Dee Rosell

Client Care Manager

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Dina D'Angelo

Client Care Coordinator

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do you choose the therapists who work at Abma Counselling?

A: We look for therapists who combine clinical skill with genuine compassion for people. Each new team member goes through interviews, background checks, and references. We only bring on people we’d trust with our own family.

 

Q: How much experience do your therapists have?

A. Our clinicians range from early-career therapists to seasoned practitioners with over fifteen years in the field. All receive supervision and ongoing professional development to keep their skills sharp.

Q: What’s the difference between a Registered Psychotherapist and a Registered Social Worker?
A: Both provide psychotherapy, but they’re licensed under different colleges in Ontario. Psychotherapists register with the CRPO; Social Workers register with the OCSWSSW. Each has graduate-level training and follows strict ethical standards.

Q: Are your therapists covered under employee benefit plans?

A: Yes. Most extended health plans cover therapy with a Registered Psychotherapist or Registered Social Worker. Depending on your plan, we’ll either direct bill or provide detailed receipts for reimbursement.

Q: How do I know which therapist is the right fit for me?

A. Our Client Care Team will help match you with a therapist based on your goals, preferences, and availability. They know each therapist’s style and areas of expertise, so they can help guide your choice. If you already have someone in mind, you’re always welcome to request them directly.

Q: Can I switch to another therapist if I don’t feel comfortable?

A. Yes. If the fit isn’t right, let us know and our Client Care Team will help you connect with another therapist who may be a better match. Therapists completely understand that not every pairing is the right one, and they genuinely want you to work with someone you feel comfortable with

Q: How does Abma Counselling ensure clients receive consistent, high-quality care?
A: Our team meets regularly for supervision, peer consultation, and ongoing training to maintain the highest standards of care. Every therapist follows clear ethical and professional guidelines. You can expect consistent, ethical, and compassionate care across our entire team.

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We are a team of dedicated professionals, passionate about helping individuals, couples and families strengthen their relationships and improve their lives. Abma Counselling has been providing trusted psychotherapy in Niagara since 2008 for a wide variety of issues, including stress, depression, anxiety, ADD, relationships, marriage, and addictions. Counselling, Psychotherapy, Psychologist for Niagara Falls, St. Catharines, Fonthill, St. David's, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Virgil, Fort Erie, Ridgeway, Beamsville, Jordan, Vineland, Grimsby, Thorold and Welland.

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