Dr. Heasman is the Clinic Director at Guidepoint Clinic. If you are not certain which therapist is the best fit or what you need, schedule an appointment with Dr. Heasman for a 20-minute discussion to find the best fit.

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Ms. Holt is an established Registered Psychotherapist with over two decades of experience in professional practice. Over the past 26 years, she has specialized in working with individuals (adults and youth, male, female, transgender, and non-binary) who may be involved with the legal system. They may have done something of a sexual nature that has gotten them into trouble, or have engaged in aggressive/violent behaviour towards their intimate partner. She has assisted families navigate the challenges of safety planning as they seek to reunify. Ms. Holt has spent time working with the “non-offending parent” (counselling for the spouse of the person who has been charged with a sexual based offence). She has been privileged to help these clients navigate the range of emotions that come as a result of their spouse’s behaviours; some chose to remain in their relationship, others chose to leave.

Many of the clients Ms. Holt works with are dealing with stressors and trauma (such as sexual abuse from the past, or present), mental health difficulties (such as depression or anxiety), they may be struggling with relationship issues or be struggling with anger management issues. Over the years, Ms. Holt has assisted many people in choosing to become responsible for the behaviours they have engaged in which have hurt both themselves and others. She has journeyed with them as they learned how to lead a “good life” - a life free from abuse. Further, Ms. Holt is experienced working with Indigenous populations and issues relevant to Indigenous persons.

In order to best assist her clients, she uses a variety of therapeutic modalities, including but not limited to: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT); Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR); person-centered therapy; and Motivational Interviewing Techniques. Ms. Holt is a Registered Psychotherapist through the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and is registered as a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC) with the Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). She is also a Clinical Member in good standing with the Association for the Treatment and Prevention of Sexual Abuse (ATSA).

Personally, Ms. Holt enjoys spending time outside running with her dog– she has completed nine marathons over the years. She also find a great deal of peace in her gardens, and spending time camping, hiking, and travelling with her family.

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As a Registered Social Worker, Luke offers services to those looking for support with their mental health and/or addictive behaviours. Luke specializes in assisting people with paraphilias/atypical sexual interests or behaviours (e.g., pedophilia, voyeurism, exhibitionism etc.). He also assists people with anger management problems, personality and mood disorders as well as substance use disorders.

With 10 years experience, Luke’s practice focuses on providing therapy as well as risk assessments for those involved in the legal process due to sexual offences. He provides treatment, drawing on evidence-based practice such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI).

Luke is currently a registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. Having previously worked as a Criminal Justice Social Worker in several municipalities in Scotland, Luke moved to Canada and he worked at the Sexual Behaviours Clinic at the Centre of Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) before being employed at the University of Toronto where he currently provides therapeutic intervention to staff, students and faculty.

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Kerri is a doctoral clinical psychology practicum student completing their training through Memorial University’s clinical psychology program. They are working under the supervision of Dr. Brian Pauls, a Registered Psychologist with expertise in supporting justice-involved individuals.

Kerri has experience supporting adults with a broad range of concerns, including substance use, anger, anxiety, low mood, insomnia, sexual and gender identity exploration, neurodevelopmental challenges, and justice-related issues. They are trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) across a wide range of presenting concerns including CBT for insomnia (CBT-I). They also have training in psychosexual therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, gender-affirming care, and has worked extensively with clients experiencing complex mental health challenges and co-occurring substance use.

Kerri integrates evidence-based modalities with a collaborative, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive approach. They are committed to meeting clients where they are and tailoring treatment to each person’s needs, goals, and lived experiences. They currently offer low-cost virtual clinical services throughout Ontario & Newfoundland and Labrador.

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Dr. Pauls offers therapy to a wide range of adults, including those with or without legal involvement. He works with individuals involved in intimate partner violence, those with a history of sexual offenses, as well as those with violent and non-violent offenses. In addition, Dr. Pauls has significant expertise in substance use treatment, helping individuals achieve their goals of harm reduction or abstinence. He provides compassionate intervention to individuals with atypical sexual preferences who have not been involved in the legal system and who are seeking help.

Following his graduation with a Ph.D. from the University of Toronto in 2005, Dr. Pauls went on to receive licensure as a Forensic and Clinical Psychologist in Ontario in 2007. In 2022, he received licensure as a Psychologist with the Newfoundland and Labrador Psychology Board.

For the last 20 years, Dr. Pauls has worked primarily with adults who have been in conflict with the law. Most notably, he has worked for Correctional Service of Canada, Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services, and the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. He has been primarily involved in the psycho-diagnostic evaluation, risk assessment, and treatment of adults with major mental illness and addictions, who have been deemed Not Criminally Responsible for their offenses.

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Dr. Christine Rose offers evidence-based assessment and treatment for a range of mental health concerns, with particular expertise in supporting individuals who are justice-involved. Her clinical experience includes work with personality disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, and schizophrenia spectrum disorders.

Dr. Rose has extensive experience conducting forensic and correctional assessments. Her expertise includes risk assessment for general, violent, and sexual recidivism, differential diagnosis, psychopathy, and assessments related to malingering and symptom validity. She provides consultation on legal matters such as fitness to stand trial, criminal responsibility, and risk management. Dr. Rose also assists lawyers by reviewing and critiquing expert reports, identifying the strengths and limitations of existing evaluations, and offering evidence-based input on psychological aspects of legal cases.

Dr. Rose is registered for autonomous practice with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO) in both Clinical and Forensic/Correctional Psychology with adult populations. She earned her B.Sc. in Psychology and her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Ottawa. Her training included placements in a provincial jail, a federal penitentiary, a forensic hospital, an acute care hospital, and a community mental health clinic. She completed her residency in the Forensics Program at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences.

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Bente Skau is a Registered Social Worker and psychotherapist who supports individuals, couples, and families navigating relationship challenges, communication issues, childhood traumas, and the impacts of interpersonal harm. She works with people who have been hurt as well as those seeking support to change harmful patterns in their own behaviour. Bente has specialized expertise in the field of sexual abuse treatment including sibling sexual abuse. She has worked extensively with adolescents who have been sexually traumatized, supporting them in rebuilding a sense of safety, stability, and self-worth through trauma-informed, developmentally attuned care. Known for her warmth and curiosity, she offers a space where clients feel respected—while also being encouraged to confront problems directly and move toward meaningful change.

Her therapeutic approach includes Narrative, Existential, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). She believes that people are not their problems, and that many difficulties arise from structural issues, social narratives, and past experiences rather than personal flaws. Drawing on narrative and existential ideas, she helps clients deconstruct restrictive stories, explore identity and meaning, and reconnect with values and strengths. And when appropriate, CBT is used to build practical skills and create new, sustainable patterns of thinking and behaving.

With over 25 years of experience, Bente brings a grounded, relational approach to both her individual and couple work. She supports clients looking to strengthen relationships, navigate family dynamics, heal from past harm, or understand themselves more deeply. Her style is compassionate, honest, and gently challenging.

In addition to her clinical work, Bente teaches in the School of Social Work at York University, where her interests in Queer Theory, Masculinity Studies, and Intimate Partner Violence inform an inclusive and critically reflective practice.

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At Guidepoint Clinic, I am doing a supervised placement as part of my additional training, which means all my work is supervised by a registered psychologist. Receipts for insurance will be issued under the name of my supervisor. I hold more than sixteen years of experience in the fields of addiction, trauma, and mental health. My background includes individual, couple, and group work with adults navigating substance use, compulsive sexual behaviour, gambling and technology related concerns, as well as mood and personality related difficulties. I hold a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology and am a Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist Supervisor, which reflects my training in working with complex addictive patterns and their impact on partners and relationships.

Alongside my clinical work, I am engaged in further graduate training in psychology, which supports my interest in assessment, integrated treatment planning, and evidence informed care. Across roles and settings, a consistent thread has been helping people make sense of experiences that may feel stigmatized, frightening, or hard to talk about, while maintaining a firm focus on safety, accountability, and long term change.

I primarily work with adults (18+) and older adults in individual and couple therapy. I have extensive experience supporting LGBTQ2S+ clients and those navigating sexuality, gender, and identity related concerns. Much of my practice focuses on people dealing with addiction and compulsive behaviour, trauma and post traumatic stress, mood and anxiety difficulties, personality related concerns, and relationship or intimacy issues.

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Dr. Andreea Tamaian is a registered psychologist in Ontario who provides comprehensive risk assessments for individuals involved in legal proceedings related to sexual and violent offences.

With experience in both correctional and forensic psychiatric settings – including the Correctional Service of Canada and the Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre – Dr. Tamaian has worked extensively with justice-involved adults. She has expertise in providing psychodiagnostic and personality assessments, as well as assessing risk for criminal recidivism and malingering of mental health symptoms.

Her practice is grounded in evidence-based, trauma-informed principles and shaped by years of experience at the intersection of mental health and the law. She is committed to ongoing professional development to remain aligned with evolving research and best practices.

Dr. Tamaian earned her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Regina. Her doctoral research explored the impact of systemic failures on trauma, examining how institutions’ inability to protect individuals can compound psychological distress. Dr. Tamaian is fluent in English and Romanian.

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Many clients come to therapy feeling caught in cycles of worry, self-doubt, or disconnection — both within themselves and their relationships. They often feel like they “should” be coping better, and when they don’t, they judge themselves or feel frustrated by their own reactions. It can feel like no matter how hard they try; they can’t quiet the overthinking or break out of patterns that keep them stuck.

I provide a warm, collaborative space where individuals and couples can better understand their thoughts, emotions, and relational patterns. Rather than focusing on judgment, we approach what’s happening with curiosity — making sense of experiences, finding new understanding, and developing compassion for the self and each other. My approach integrates different therapeutic approaches that aim to help clients find new meaning, strengthen communication, and build practical tools to manage life’s challenges with greater ease.

I provide therapy using a range of trauma-informed and strength-based including, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing (CPT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Mindfulness-based, Gottman Method, Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Relational Therapy – all integrated through a compassionate, collaborative, and practical approach.

Through this process, my hope is for clients to experience greater balance, confidence, and connection — feeling more grounded in themselves and more secure in their relationships.

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