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Listed below are different ways that you can donate your services and time to the Compassionate Justice Fund.
Rehabilitation
Interested in being one of our partner clinicians? We are always looking for help with TBI rehabilitation services across the province. Partner clinicians work with us by donating or pro-rating services for qualified applicants. Services can be delivered remotely or in person, depending on the applicants’ needs. Payment for services would come directly from the fund. If you are interested, please email: info@compassionatejusticefund.org
Legal
Interested in donating or pro-rating legal services? We are always looking for legal representatives to help support qualified applicants. If you are interested, please email: info@compassionatejusticefund.org
Donate Funds
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These individuals could easily be our children, neighbours, teammates, colleagues, and friends.
Through circumstances beyond their control, these are good people who have and continue to experience great hardship, and their brain injuries play a significant role in these difficulties.
Interested in becoming a clinical or service provider partner by donating or pro-rating clinical rehabilitation or other services? We’d love to hear from you! Please contact us at info@compassionatejusticefund.
Psychotherapy and Behaviour Therapy
CLINICIAN: Sarah Downing M.A.
LOCATION: Toronto (in-person), Provincial (virtual)
Description of Services
- I support people to work through distress, navigate life changes, develop coping strategies,
explore goals, build positive mental health habits, or increase your understanding of self and
others. Whether you have experience with therapy or are trying therapy for the first time, The
Compassionate Justice Fund enables us to join forces.
– Anxiety
– Depression
– Stress Management
– Expression of Anger
– Low Self-Esteem
– Isolation
– Relationship Issues
– Work or School Difficulties
– Family Conflict
– Grief or Loss
– Trauma
– Acquired Brain Injury & Disabilities
– Substance Use
- Helping others has always made me feel an immense amount of joy. I am passionate about
psychotherapy because I believe it provides an avenue for self-growth and opportunity to
enhance quality of life. It is my goal to help others achieve what they need or want in order to
reach their fullest potential. My approach is client-centred, trauma-informed, non-judgmental,
collaborative, strengths-based, goal-oriented, and catered to individual needs. - It is essential for me to actively engage in anti-oppressive practice and be conscious of people’s unique lived experiences. I am anchored to utilizing cognitive-behavioural based interventions,
drawing from various modalities such as Cognitive and Dialectical Behaviour Therapies,
Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Positive Psychology,
Mindfulness, etc. I want to establish meaningful rapport, promote a sense of connection, and
create a safe space for sharing. - In addition to being dedicated to psychotherapy, I am currently a Behaviour Therapist with over
10 years of experience working with adults living with the effects of brain injury. Outside of my
career, I enjoy physical activity, all sports, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.
- My virtual platform is doxy.me which PHIPPA compliant. I am available during the week day and
most weekday evenings. I can also provide a 20-minute consult to see if we’re a good fit! Let’s
connect!
Naturopathic Medicine
CLINICIAN: Dr. Maille Devlin N.D.
LOCATION: East End, Toronto
Description of Services
- I am a naturopathic doctor offering assistance with rehabilitation through several modalities including nutrition, lifestyle counseling, acupuncture, botanical medicine, and natural health supplementation.
- I am part of Rose Health Clinic and am available for both in-person appointments and virtual consultations. The clinic is located in the east end of Toronto.
- My virtual platform is OutSmart EMR which is PIPEDA, PHIPA, and HIPAA compliant.
Rehabilitation Services
CLINICIAN: Benn Barrantes, B.A., R.S.S.W.
LOCATION: Guelph & Surrounding Areas
Description of Services
- In collaboration with other regulated health professionals, we provide rehabilitation support services for persons with acquired brain injuries or other serious traumas.
- Our Rehabilitation Therapists (RTs) provide services primarily in-person, in accordance with all PPE protocols and government directives.
- On a case-by-case basis, RTs provide virtual sessions, using PHIPA compliant platforms (i.e., Zoom, doxy.me).
- We implement applied behaviour analysis strategies to our programming and support (i.e., reinforcement schedules, prompt fading, modeling, replacement behaviours, etc.).
- We assist and guide the development of physical, cognitive, and psychosocial skills, through strength and vestibular exercise programs as well as community reintegration.
- We promote functional independence through ADLs (i.e., continually assessing abilities, comprehension, and interest in the daily tasks of a preferred quality of life).
- We service the Guelph and surrounding areas (i.e., Kitchener-Waterloo, Cambridge, Wellington Township, Mapleton Township, etc.).
Occupational Therapy Services
CLINICIAN: Neurorehab Services
LOCATION: Provincial (virtual)
Description of Services
- Neuro-Rehab Services is proud to be a Clinician Partner of The Compassionate Justice Fund. We are pleased to offer Virtual Occupational Therapy Services for Adults and Children across Ontario.
- We provide Client and Family-Centered, Culturally Sensitive Care: Our clients and their families are the center of the team- it is their unique values, goals, and priorities that drive our programs. NRS is committed to culturally sensitive programming and offers services in over 10 languages.
- NRS is Canadian owned company that has been providing community based rehabilitation services for adults and children across Ontario with complex needs for over 30 years. We have helped thousands of people to reach their potential in terms of a return to physical and social/leisure activities, work and school after a brain injury.
- Inspired by the courage of our clients and families, we know there is a world of possibilities.
- My secure virtual program (Zoom) is PHIPA compliant and adheres to all college (CASLPO)
guidelines and health care legislation.
Speech Language Pathology
CLINICIAN: Chad Clower M.Sc
LOCATION: Thunder Bay & North Western Ontario (in-person), Provincial (virtual)
Description of Services
- I have extensive experience in inpatient and community- based neuro-rehabilitation and
community care. - I provide assessments and treatment services for speech, language, cognitive communication
and dysphagia/swallowing impairments.
- I work with people of all ages living with concussion, acquired brain injury of all levels of severity
as well as other neurological deficits and decline. - I provide support and intervention for the communication abilities required for return-to-life,
return-to-work, return-to-play and return-to-school programs. - I am passionate about supporting people living with concussion, mTBI (mild traumatic brain
injury), moderate-severe TBI and ABI and, about supporting people who are underserved and
living in underserved communities. - I have had personal experience of concussions, mTBI’s as a high-level hockey player so I understand the challenges.
- My secure virtual program (Zoom) is PHIPA compliant and adheres to all college (CASLPO)
guidelines and health care legislation.
Yoga & Mindfulness / Holistic Health for People Living with Brain Injury
CLINICIAN: LoveYourBrain Foundation
LOCATION: Ontario, Canada and the USA (Virtual). Retreats (in person) USA.
Description of Services
- LoveYourBrain is a non-profit organization that improves the quality of life of people affected by
traumatic brain injury and raises awareness about the importance of brain health. We envision a
world where everyone affected by brain injury can fully access their resilience, connect with a
compassionate community, and reach their full potential.
- We offer a range of free research-backed programs for people with TBI and their caregivers
designed to improve resilience and community integration: - LoveYourBrain Yoga – 6-week gentle yoga with group discussion program delivered in yoga
studios across Canada and the US. - LoveYourBrain Retreats – 3-to-5-day retreats based on our pillars of movement, mindfulness,
nutrition, and community. These are offered in the US throughout the year. We are working
with the Compassionate Justice Fund to provide funding for travel costs for interested CJF
applicants from Ontario to attend, once travel opens up. (Please contact the CJF for
information). - LoveYourBrain Mindset Online – a 6-week virtual program that provides four mindfulness tools
(yoga, yoga nidra, meditation, and educational video). Participants can also choose to join a
weekly Zoom yoga class or small group discussion about the theme of the week. - We offer a free online library of meditations and yoga classes to support physical, mental, and
cognitive health.
Occupational Therapists & Rehabilitation
CLINICIAN: Melamed Palmer Inc., Innovative Rehab
LOCATION: Vaughan
LOCATION: Vaughan
Description of Services
- Melamed Palmer Inc., Innovative Rehab, is a community-based company composed of Occupational Therapists, Rehabilitation Coaches/Support Workers, and Case Managers that provide client and family-centred services, engaging the clients and their families in their care through co-creation and collaboration. We take an individualized and self-advocacy approach to ensure the rehabilitation services we provide are functional and meaningful for our clients to meet their needs and allow them to achieve their personal goals. Through this approach, our team at Melamed Palmer Inc. aims to provide our clients with the support and skills they need to live a life of purpose and meaning and improve their quality of life.
Speech
Pathology
CLINICIAN: Buttle Speech Pathology
LOCATION: Ontario. Virtual services are available.
LOCATION: Ontario. Virtual services are available.
Description of Services
- Meghan Buttle and her team of speech-language pathologists provide assessments and treatment for cognitive-communication disorders and other communication disorders associated with traumatic brain injury. With firsthand experience as a family member of a brain injury survivor, Meagan is passionate about client-centred care and helping clients regain skills they feel they’ve lost.
Chiropractor &
Acupuncture
CLINICIAN: Total Body Chiropractic
LOCATION: Toronto
Description of Services
- Dr. Patricia McCord and her team provide chiropractic care, trauma-informed registered massage therapy and acupuncture.
Psychotherapy and Neuropsychology
CLINICIAN: Dr. Sean Robb Ph.D., C.Psych. (Supervised Practice), RP, Medical Psychotherapy Clinic
LOCATION: St. Catharine's
Description of Services
- Private Psychotherapy and neuro-rehabilitation services are provided by our team of registered psychotherapists. We offer both virtual and in-person options. Our focus is on helping those with complex challenges, often with those who have worked hard in the past but not yet had a great deal of success in making progress. Our person-centered approach means we work to find a good fit with you, and therapy styles can include CBT, ACT, DBT, and Solutions-Focused Therapy for depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, as well as neurological disorders.
- Dr. Sean Robb holds a PhD and is a registered psychologist (supervised practice) and registered psychotherapist RP. He is (Cert)OAMHP, Clinical Neuropsychologist (Supervised Practice) and is also the Learning Director and Assistant Clinical Professor (Adjunct), at the Niagara Regional Campus of the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences at McMaster University. Sean is interested in utilizing the principles of neuropsychology and neurorehabilitation to inform psychotherapy approaches to assist individuals living with neurological challenge (e.g., stroke, dementia, brain injury). Often following these disruptions, people experience significant difficulties with their mental health (e.g., depression, anxiety, PTSD) and cognitive capacity (difficulties with attention, memory, visuospatial problems, etc.). There is a large body of research to draw upon to help people with these difficulties; however, often mental health challenges and cognitive changes following neurological injury go un-addressed by the medical system, and Sean's work through Medical Psychotherapy is meant to provide clinical care and assessment, as well as teaching future clinicians around these issues.
Cognitive and Communication Services
CLINICIAN: Cognitive and Communication Services
LOCATION: London or virtual
LOCATION: London or virtual
Description of Services
- Lisa Jadd is a Speech Language Pathologist who provides assessments and treatment for cognitive-communication disorders and other communication disorders associated with traumatic brain injury.
Speech
Pathology
CLINICIAN: Neuroconnections: Danielle Hyde
LOCATION: Toronto/Halton or virtual
LOCATION: Toronto/Halton or virtual
Description of Services
- Danielle is a Speech Language Pathologist who provides assessments and treatment for cognitive-communication disorders and other communication disorders associated with traumatic brain injury.
Psychotherapist
CLINICIAN: Leah Trout, MSW, RSW
LOCATION: Toronto Wellness Collective, 489 College Street, Toronto, ON M6G
Description of Services
- As a therapist, Leah’s aim is to provide compassion and presence for you to feel emotionally
safe enough to move through growth and change. It can be difficult opening up to someone new. She will provide complete support to help you process and make sense of your experiences, and also provide experiential tools and practices to help you cope. Everyone is unique and there isn’t one approach that fits everyone equally. Leah believes in integrating aspects of Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, and Somatic-Informed approaches. Her approach is attuned, compassionate and trauma-informed. She is currently training in Compassionate Inquiry, which is a trauma-informed approach created by trauma expert Dr. Gabor Mate.
She learned through her own experience of recovering from traumatic brain injury how essential, meaningful and authentic connections are for healing and wellbeing, so her aim is
to provide that same connection for you in an effort to ease your suffering, and instill hope.
Neurologic Music Therapist
CLINICIAN: Cheryl Jones Ph.D. MTA
LOCATION: Ottawa and surrounding area (in-person) and virtual
LOCATION: Ottawa and surrounding area (in-person) and virtual
Description of Services
- Cheryl is a neurologic music therapist and a registered psychotherapist. She has over 15 years of experience working with individuals who has sustained an acquired brain injury (ABI) and uses music-based interventions to work on rehabilitation goals in the areas of speech, movement, cognition and mental health. Cheryl has also developed a music therapy model, Therapeutic Music Training, in which learning to play the piano is used to address therapeutic goals of cognitive rehabilitation or mental health. No music background is needed to participate in music therapy.
- Cheryl earned her PhD in Music and Health Sciences at the University of Toronto and her Master of Music Therapy degree, with a focus on music-centered psychotherapy, at Wilfrid Laurier University. She has taught courses in the music therapy departments of Wilfrid Laurier University and Concordia University and most recently was an Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice and Practicum Coordinator at the University of Miami. She is a member of the Music and Health Research Institute (MHRI) at the University of Ottawa. Her research interests include music-based cognitive rehabilitation and the use of music to address psychosocial goals such as depression or anxiety following an ABI. Cheryl has presented at numerous universities and at conferences, both national and international, regarding the use of music therapy with individuals who has experienced an ABI. She has published in several peer reviewed journals and her clinical work has been featured in 2 CBC national radio documentaries and in a book, Allison’s Brain.
Registered Trauma Informed Massage Therapy and/or Sensory Awareness Exploration
(Supporting mental health through self-regulation of the nervous system)
CLINICIAN: Kelly Glyn- Cosentino B.A, R.M.T. R.Y.I.
LOCATION: RMT: Toronto East End, Sensory Awareness: Virtual
CLINICIAN: Kelly Glyn- Cosentino B.A, R.M.T. R.Y.I.
LOCATION: RMT: Toronto East End, Sensory Awareness: Virtual
Description of Services
- Sensory Awareness Exploration is an experiential study that helps us rediscover our natural
birthright: an embodied felt sense of authenticity and vitality. Sensing focuses on
the cultivation of an ever-deepening awareness of our sensory experience as a
gateway into ourselves and into a deeper connection with the world around us. Sensory
Awareness is a practice that is done around the world: Please see
https://sensoryawareness.org/about/
In group workshops and individual sessions, clients are guided through
simple sensory techniques to help them become more deeply attuned and
responsive to the felt sensations and dynamics of gravity, including breathing, balance,
energy, movement, and more. Through a progressive awareness-expanding
process, habitual thoughts and tensions recede into the background as
senses revive, the nervous system calms, and we come to experience life more fully and clearly
in the moment. In this way we can gradually develop our capacity to embody greater
ease, presence and authenticity in everyday life. To see an example of Sensory Awareness
Exploration: https://youtu.be/tDqPE0_M4nM
- Kelly holds a BA from the University of Toronto and is a registered massage therapist RMT with additional training as a Trauma Informed Massage therapist. She has a Trauma Certificate from Wilfred Laurier University. She has developed Six modular trauma-informed education programs for massage therapists based on current research. She has completed Sensory Awareness Leadership Training and is currently studying Compassionate Inquiry with physician Dr. Gabor Mate. Kelly is also a trained yoga teacher and has extensive experience as a yoga practitioner, massage therapist and movement practitioner. Kelly is pleased to be able to share her expertise and compassion with Compassionate Justice Fund recipients.