Meet our Staff

 Aanii, I am Bridget Douglas, MSW RSW founder and operator of Northern Therapy Practice, Douglas Social Work Corporation. I proudly live on Manitoulin Island Ontario.

Background

I began in social work in 2004 working in various areas of social work. The Manitoulin Health Centre employed me for 11 years as an Addiction counsellor working in communities to complete ADAT assessments for treatment. I then worked as an instructor teaching various addiction and mental health courses at KTEI. I then moved onto Kina Gbezhgomi Child & Family Services a child protection agency to work as a child wellbeing worker. After completing my work there, I moved onto an intensive child therapy position with Noojmowin Teg health centre and worked with children. 

In 2018, Northern Therapy Practice was created for the intention of supporting all ages in areas of trauma therapy, couples, family therapy to fill in the gaps in services and/or to immediately assist with those struggling with a situation and unable to get in for services. 

Since 2018, NTP has grown and now has various clinicians and locations to better serve our communities. We are branching out into areas of work as the need arises. 

Education

I am trained in various modalities such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Gottmans couples therapy, Metapsychology Trauma incident reduction and life skills management. I also have Redpath Living without violence training to deliver to victims and offenders of intimate partner violence.

I have two college diplomas in Social work and Addiction counselling, an undergraduate degree in Indigenous Social Work and a Masters degree in Social Work,

I am a published author of “A Narrative Study By Bridget Douglas called Trauma and Homelessness among Indigenous People in Northern Ontario”. I am also beginning a children’s serious called “Zenny the Frog, Meet Zenny the Frog” sold on amazon for children with the focus on normalizing the therapy process and work through difficult problems.

We are approachable, understanding and caring about peoples lives and want to work with you to help improve your situation and walk with you in your journey. 

Miigwetch 

Karissa is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and a master’s student at Yorkville University. She has been in the mental health field for over 3 years with a focus on trauma. Karissa is trained in Trauma Incident Reduction and Redpath Living Without Violence program. She also has experience treating with traditional talk therapy. Karissa is a mother of four and enjoys nature, she is currently working remotely from Manitoulin Island. 

Karissa Douglas

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

TIR Facilitator, Neurofeedback Practitioner

LWV Facilitator

Aanii,
Maang Siid Kwe Ndiiznikaas.
Migizi Ndodem.
M’chigeeng ndoonjiba.
Hi! My name is Lesley and a little bit about myself, I was raised in Sudbury On and graduated from Laurentian University in 2011 with an honours degree in social work with a specialization in Anishnaabe minobiimadzawin. I have always been driven to be in the helping/supportive field. More recently I have been working towards these areas of interests either obtained and/or working toward certifications in: Behaviour Modification, Child and Adolescent mental health, Quality Parenting Foundations, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Sports psychology, Neuro Linguistics and lastly Hypnotherapy with a focus on addiction and pain management. All of this has been an exciting experience for me and provided me much clarity, focus and reaching a better quality of life. Miigwech

Aanii,

My name is Shelby!  I'm in my third year of the Bachelor of Indigenous Social Work Program at Laurentian University. 

I will begin my 4th-year practicum at Northern Therapy Practice in September 2024.

I am a sex therapy-informed professional, Red Path facilitator, trained in level 2 Gottman’s couples therapy, and complex trauma.

 I'm also a mother of three, who is passionate about fostering healthy connections. 

Aanii, Hi there,  

My name is Shaelynn Noland, I am a graduate of the Law Clerk / Adjointe Juridique program from College Boreal and the Bachelor's of Indigenous Social Program from Laurentian University. Since completing my undergraduate degree I have completed the Foundations of Play Therapy Training offered by The Canadian Association of Play Therapy (working towards certification), and have become a Certified Autplay Provider. I have completed DBT Level 2 Training and Traumatic Incident Reduction. I am currently pursuing training with Theraplay Canada and Gottman's Couples Therapy.

In addition to my role as a therapist, I play other roles within my family and in the community including mom, spouse, coach, auntie, sister, friend, and daughter. In my spare time I am creating things including cooking, enjoying the outdoors or painting.

I am passionate about Social Work and supporting children, teens, adults, couples, and families on their wellness journey. 

 Nathaniel is a master's student in Tyndale University's Clinical Counselling program. He is a compassionate listener with a conversational style of traditional talk therapy. His goal is to journey with you, creating a space where you can feel safe and heard. Nathaniel welcomes people of any life stage to explore mental health, life transitions and decisions, relationships, grief, or any other struggles that matter to you. Trained to use a systemic lens, Nathaniel integrates theories and treatments from a variety of therapeutic orientations and is willing and able to use the model best suited to you. Nathaniel is a husband and a father of four who has lived in the Espanola area for most of his life. He understands many of the struggles of small-town Northern Ontario and is passionate about supporting you on your journey. 

Hello/Aanii/Bonjour, 

Katrina Wilhelm is a multicultural woman from Northern Ontario with French Canadian, Ojibwe, and Italian ancestry.  Her Spirit Name is White Eagle Woman.  She is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) nearing the end of her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology degree.  In 2015 she graduated from her Bachelor of Religious Education: Counselling Studies program.  Katrina has completed training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and is pursuing certification in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).  Her professional experience includes working in the fields of mental health and addictions, violence against women, childcare, and spiritual care.  Katrina will be completing her master’s level practicum with Northern Therapy Practice beginning September 2024.