Joaquin is also an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of Calgary. He is interested in practice, teaching, and research promoting socially just approaches to mental health, with a focus on “disruptive behaviours” in childhood and adolescence (e.g., ADHD). His research also addresses successful therapeutic processes and clinical supervision.

Karl is deeply interested in the application of systems theory, narrative theory, social constructionism, bringforthism, and second order cybernetics to therapy.

Currently he is focused on clarifying the effects of social injustice on families, the influence on therapists of the distinctions they make regarding their clients, and on explicating the possible therapeutic and counter therapeutic effects of the interviewing process itself.

Tamara has a master’s in Counselling Psychology. She provides therapy for children, adolescents, and families, and supervises interns at CFTC. With 13 years’ experience in residential and community settings, she has led psycho-educational groups on anger management and emotional regulation. Her interests include parent-child relationships, blended families, marriage therapy, multicultural counselling, and spiritual contexts.

Mardi is a systemic family therapist who supports growth and connection with authenticity, curiosity, and social justice at the forefront. With 15 years in social services, she brings a trauma-informed, strength-based lens to youth and families, including those facing substance use and systemic barriers. Certified in Embodied Awareness, she integrates body wisdom, land-based practices, expressive arts, and experiential learning.

Sumerlee is a Registered Psychologist at CFTC providing therapy for young people and families, and supervising interns in systemic family therapy. She holds a master’s in Counselling Psychology (UBC) and a doctorate in Educational Psychology (U of C). Grounded in narrative, collaborative, and feminist theories, her work explores weight-related issues, motherhood, and embodiment in Western society.

Katie is a provisional psychologist at CFTC. She holds bachelor’s degrees in psychology and education and recently earned her master’s degree in counselling psychology. Katie completed an internship at CFTC, where she gained experience in systemic family therapy. With twelve years of experience working within the public-school board as a teacher and educational specialist, Katie is passionate about supporting children with complex behavioral and mental health needs, as well as collaborating with their families, educators, and communities.

​Monica is a social constructionist counsellor, supervisor, and researcher from Mexico. She holds a Ph.D. in Psychology, an MSW in Clinical Social Work (U of C), and specializations in individual, couple, and systemic family therapy. She is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the Werklund School of Education, a sessional instructor in Social Work, a volunteer counsellor at Eastside Family Centre, and a Board Member of the Taos Institute and AFTA.

​Ling is a systemic family therapist who supports healing and resilience through empathy, cultural humility, and a strength-based lens. With over a decade in mental health, she works with individuals and families navigating complex trauma, chronic illness, and systemic challenges. Certified in SFBT, CBT, and Narrative Therapy, Ling integrates collaborative storytelling, holistic methods, and systemic insight to help clients reconnect with their strengths and envision new possibilities.

Dr. Jeff Chang has been a Registered Psychologist in Alberta since 1987, with experience in children’s mental health, employee assistance, and private practice. A Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor Mentor, he is Professor Emeritus at Athabasca University. He works with families in high-conflict divorce, directs school psychological services, supervises and mentors counsellors, and consults on supervision, ethics, and family law.