OUR APPROACH
The Cherry Tree Way
Compassionate therapy that helps you feel like yourself again.
At Cherry Tree Counselling, we believe no one should have to carry everything alone. We offer a space of care, safety, and healing where you can share your story, reconnect with your voice, and face life’s challenges with strength and self-trust.
Our approach nurtures relational care where individuals—in all their diversity—feel seen, valued, and empowered. Together, we’ll honour your lived experience, clarify your goals, and create a path forward rooted in connection, compassion, and resilience
Wherever you are in your journey, we’ll walk with you.
Our Team
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![Thumbnail image of associate therapist Heather Rivlin: A smiling woman with blonde hair in loose curls, wearing a dark purple top, with a graphic of a cherry blossom branch overlay on her shoulder.]()
Heather Rivlin
ASSOCIATE THERAPIST
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![Thumbnail image of associate therapist Rachel Galbraith: A woman with shoulder-length light brown hair, smiling, wearing a pink top, beaded necklace, and a floral-patterned jacket, with a white cherry blossom branch illustration overlaid.]()
Rachel Galbraith
ASSOCIATE THERAPIST
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![Thumbnail image of associate therapist Victoria Kim: Portrait of a young Asian woman with long black hair, smiling, with a graphic of cherry blossoms overlayed on her shoulder.]()
Victoria Kim
ASSOCIATE THERAPIST
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![Thumbnail image of associate therapist Rebecca Harper: A woman with shoulder-length brown hair and light makeup, wearing a gray blazer, looking at the camera with a slight smile.]()
Rebecca Harper
ASSOCIATE THERAPIST
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![Thumbnail image of associate therapist Lauren Anastasi: A woman with blonde, wavy hair wearing glasses and a patterned top smiles at the camera, with a graphic of white flowers and branches overlayed on the lower right.]()
Lauren Anastasi
ASSOCIATE THERAPIST
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![Thumbnail image of associate therapist Michelle Stockwell: A smiling middle-aged woman with blonde hair and earrings, wearing a black top, standing behind a white floral graphic overlay.]()
Michelle Stockwell
ASSOCIATE THERAPIST
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![Thumbnail image of associate therapist Jennifer Hines: Portrait of a woman with long brown hair, wearing earrings and a pink top, smiling, with a stylized white flower branch graphic overlay.]()
Jennifer Hines
ASSOCIATE THERAPIST
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![Thumbnail image of associate therapist Amy Commanda: A woman with dark hair smiling, wearing a black and light blue patterned top, with a white floral graphic overlay.]()
Amy Commanda
ASSOCIATE THERAPIST
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![Thumbnail image of associate therapist Kate McDermott: Smiling woman with shoulder-length brown hair wearing a teal top, with a floral branch graphic overlay.]()
Kate McDermott
ASSOCIATE THERAPIST
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![Thumbnail image of associate therapist Beth Lewis: A smiling woman with curly blonde hair and freckles, wearing a black top with a floral pattern, with a graphic of a flowering branch overlayed on the lower right corner.]()
Beth Lewis
ASSOCIATE THERAPIST
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![Thumbnail image of associate therapist Shabana Omar: A woman with shoulder-length brown hair smiling, wearing earrings and a striped top, with a graphic of cherry blossoms overlayed.]()
Shabana Omar
ASSOCIATE THERAPIST
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![Thumbnail image of Clinical Director Cree Lambeck: A woman with blonde hair and blue eyes wearing a pink top and gold earrings.]()
Cree Lambeck
CLINICAL DIRECTOR
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![Thumbnail image of Client Care Coordinator Rebecca Boshi, positioned in front of a dark background with a graphic of white cherry blossom branches overlayed.]()
Rebecca Boshi
CLIENT CARE COORDINATOR
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Rachel Gibbs
ASSOCIATE THERAPIST
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Charlotte Day
INTERN THERAPIST
OUR MISSION, VALUES & PURPOSE
“ When you know better, you do better.”
MAYA ANGELOU
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We lead by example.
We believe in the equal rights and dignity of all living beings.
We promise to champion inclusivity and diversity.
We promise to nurture a space where people feel safe and valued.
We promise to advocate for those who don't who have a voice.
We promise to use our platform, our 'voice' for the social good.
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We are committed to providing a high standard of care.
We strive to provide the personalized support people need but cannot find.
We strive to provide concrete treatment plans, practical strategies and valuable resources.
We strive to provide opportunities for collaboration, continuous learning and mentorship.
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We have a responsibility to serve our community to the best of our ability.
We believe that healthy communities make life better for everyone.
We promise to support the continued well-being and growth of our community.
We strive to provide a platform where women can find and share their unique voice(s), stories and experiences.
We strive to provide a 'community of care' where we bring together like-minded, skilled and compassionate people who share our passion, commitment and values.
THE MEANING BEHIND OUR NAME
As the national flower of Japan, the cherry blossom is one of the most prominent images throughout Japanese culture and reflects a longstanding Buddhist concept in Japanese culture known as “mono no aware,” or roughly, “the pathos of things,” which recognizes both the beauty and mortality inherent in life.
So stunning, yet so brief in their glory, the natural beauty of the blossoms serves as a visual reminder that our lives are also precious, transient and impermanent.
As we go forward, we can learn to engage with the space we are in, to find joy, passion and renewal in the small gifts tucked inside each day.
Known as 'Sakura', the cherry blossom symbolizes revival, and rebirth.
Commitment to Indigenous Peoples
At Cherry Tree Counselling, we are committed to reconciliation, relationship-building, and action that honours the rights, dignity, and sovereignty of Indigenous Peoples. We recognize that this work is ongoing and are dedicated to listening, learning, and contributing to meaningful change within our practice and our broader community.
Collaborate With Us
We are always eager to widen our circle of care by collaborating with other professionals to offer unique opportunities to our clients and our communities. If you are interesting in working with us, we’d love to hear from you.
Community Involvement
Through our ongoing commitment to community involvement, we strive to make a meaningful impact beyond our therapy sessions. Whether you're interested in volunteering, sharing ideas, or exploring partnerships, we welcome your involvement.
