A fierce advocate for families with neurodiverse children, Christine co-founded Evolve Movement, a collective of conscious professionals from across North America in service to families of children with a neurodiversity. She and her team have a vision for a new model of care that is centered on possibilities and knowing our children, rather than on limitations and outdated belief systems. Her work is bringing to life an alternative model of care that Christine and her colleagues call an integrative, conscious and holistic whole family healing approach.
Because of her own experience as a mom to a daughter with Rett Syndrome, Christine is passionate about using education to empower families like hers. As a pediatric Anat Baniel Method® NeuroMovement® practitioner, Christine sees perfection in every child she meets. And she wants every parent to receive support to gain deeper self-understanding and expand their mindset so they can foster the healthy development of their children.
A fierce advocate for families with neurodiverse children, Christine co-founded Evolve Movement, ...
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Emily Locke, MSW, RSW
Social Worker, Psychotherapist
Social work clinical lead
Emily Locke is a Registered Social Worker. She is a member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and of the Ontario Association of Social Workers. Emily received her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Carleton University in 2012. Prior to obtaining her MSW, Emily received a Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) from Carleton University in 2011.
Emily has been working with humans of all ages for over a decade. She trained at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario on the Outpatient Mood and Anxiety team and carried on supporting at CHEO on the Dialectical Behaviour Therapy team, providing direct service in the youth skills group. Emily worked at Crossroads Children’s Mental Health Centre as a Child and Family Therapist before joining the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) in 2013. Emily recently returned to her deep clinical roots by rejoining CHEO in outpatient mental health, with a focus on providing services to those who have experienced abuse and trauma in their lives. Emily is excited to offer services across the life-span in this practice.
Emily uses a compassionate, holistic, trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, client-centered approach. She maintains a system’s perspective while using an integrative model to tailor treatment to meet the individual needs of each individual and/or family. She has been trained in and regularly uses a variety of approaches, such as Attachment Theory, Collaborative Problem Solving, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy strategies, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Skills, and Internal Family Systems therapy. Emily encourages the use of mindfulness and meditation in ways that are accessible across developmental stages. Emily’s private practice work includes supporting adults and other therapists.
Finally, Emily’s practice is rooted in an understanding of how trauma impacts the mind, body and brain and draws on polyvagal theory to inform treatment. As such, Emily currently focuses on integrating trauma-based interventions including Brainspotting Therapy and Emotion Freedom Technique with more traditional talk therapies.
Emily is committed to lifelong learning and is passionate about new approaches to treatment. She continually deepens her understanding of modalities or theories that she has learned as she seeks to provide the most relevant and current information available to clients.
Training and/or consultation provided in the areas of:
Brainspotting, attachment parenting, collaborative problem solving, emotion focused coaching, self-compassion (including compassion fatigue), trauma (polyvagal theory and our nervous systems, trauma informed care and trauma informed therapies)
Highlighted trainings include:
Certified Brainspotting Therapist - Phases 1, 2 and 3
Speciality Brainspotting training - Children and Adolescent and Expansion
Brainspotting
Consultant in Training
Attachment, Regulation and Competency (ARC) Framework,
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy,
Collaborative Problem Solving,
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy,
Emotion Focused School Support - trainer level, Emotion Freedom Technique (EFT - Level 1 and 2), Family Group Conferencing, Foundations of Clinical Supervision,
Grief Support (Bereavement conferences with Dr. Alan Wolfelt and Grief and loss with children and youth), Mindful Self-compassion Course,
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (clinical and supervision level)
Emily Locke, MSW, RSW
Social Worker, Psychotherapist
Social work clinical lead
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Dayna Logan, B.A., M.Sc. OT, Reg. (Ont) is a registered occupational therapist with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. She completed her undergraduate degree in psychology in 2005 and a Master’s of Science in occupational therapy in 2011 from the University of Western Ontario. Dayna is fortunate to have worked with diverse pediatric clients of all abilities and their families from newborns to adolescents, in a variety of settings including clinical and community environments, hospitals, childcare centers, and schools. Dayna’s OT practice values a family centered approach to understand clients’ unique strengths, challenges, and goals to support meaningful engagement in their daily occupations. She has a focused interest and training in mental health and wellness, traumatic brain injury and concussion management, sensory processing, and pain management approaches. Dayna welcomes pediatric clients of all ages and abilities. In her spare time, you’ll likely find Dayna playing outside with her 3-legged rescue dog.
Dayna Logan, B.A., M.Sc. OT, Reg. (Ont) is a registered occupational therapist with the College o...
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Liane graduated with a Bachelor’s of science in Physiotherapy from the University of Ottawa in 2002 and is the founder of Pediatric Physio and Occupational Therapy. She is fully bilingual and has built her practice with high standards and professionalism. She is certified with the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute and SHIFT Concussion Management Program and is a certified TheraTogs fitter. She is passionate about helping others and loves to work with kids!
Liane has continued her post-graduate education acquiring skills in orthopedic and neurological conditions. She has training in Medek therapy and Neuro-Developmental Treatment (NDT) approach, vestibular and visual assessment and treatment, pediatric cranial osteopathy, core stability in the child with motor challenges, NDT approach for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, concussion rehabilitation, foot biomechanics, primitive reflex integration (Rhythmic Movement Training) as well as various orthopedic courses. She has also completed the Brain Highways Training Program as well as the Progressive Goal Attainment Program (PGAP) .
Liane graduated with a Bachelor’s of science in Physiotherapy from the University of Ottawa in 20...
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Amanda Roi, B.A., M.Sc. OT, Reg. (Ont) completed her undergraduate degree in psychology with High Distinction at Carleton University and a Master of Science in occupational therapy at Queen’s University. Amanda has had the pleasure of working with children of various ages and backgrounds, and finds her passion lies especially in mental health and wellness.
As an OT, Amanda walks alongside her clients and their families throughout their journey to ensure individualized, creative and compassionate care. In her spare time, you can find Amanda out and about enjoying nature with her two golden doodles, Nelson and Nakomis or writing up a new tune on her guitar!
Amanda Roi, B.A., M.Sc. OT, Reg. (Ont) completed her undergraduate degree in psychology with High...
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Nadine is a Physiotherapy Resident who completed her Masters of Science in Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto, and her Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences at the University of Ottawa. She has successfully completed the Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal (AIM) Level 1 Exam.
Nadine has always been passionate about fitness and helping children reach their fullest potential and to thrive in their daily lives. She has over 10 years of experience working with children - from being a camp counselor, to teaching swim lessons to children of all ages and abilities. She also completed a 6-week internship at SickKids Hospital in Toronto in the Cardiac Critical Care Unit (CCCU) and Cardiac Unit, where she worked with children of all ages with various cardiorespiratory difficulties and developmental delays. She developed her skills in chest manual therapy techniques, pediatric exercise prescription and therapeutic play.
Nadine is an expert at creating comprehensive treatment plans using a combination of play-based therapy, hands-on skills and education to help children reach their goals.
She is a strong believer that kids are resilient, and can accomplish so much more than we think. She is a lifelong learner, and intends to continue to learn and grow to ultimately provide her patients with the best care. Nadine is dedicated to helping your child achieve their goals!
In her spare time, you will find Nadine hiking, swimming and traveling the world!
Nadine is a Physiotherapy Resident who completed her Masters of Science in Physical Therapy at th...
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Jordan completed her Honours Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics in 2014 at the University of Guelph and her Master’s of Science in Physiotherapy at Glasgow Caledonian University. She has over 10 years of experience coaching children gymnastics and swimming and carries over her passion for physical activity into her physiotherapy practice.
Jordan has continued to expand her skills through taking post graduate courses in concussion management, dry needling, acupuncture dynamic core for kids and manual therapy. She plans on progressing her skills by taking courses in primitive reflexes, neuro-developmental treatment in order to provide the highest level of care.
Jordan is a former competitive gymnast and cheerleader and is passionate about making physical activity a part of her everyday life. She enjoys spending her free time outdoors with her two huskies; Gryphon and Trika.
Jordan completed her Honours Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics in 2014 at the University of G...
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