Dr. Michael Berry
Consulting Psychologist
Michael was born and raised in Edmonton, AB, and completed his initial post-secondary studies at the University of Alberta before moving to London, where he completed a PhD in Research Psychology at University College London. The last stage in his educational journey brought Micheal to Montreal, to complete clinical training at the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC). He currently resides in Victoria, BC, where he works in private practice, and is accessible virtually to clients from his own home. Micheal combines his psychotherapy work with research, teaching, and supervising mental health professionals. He is excited to work with Dakova Health as an associate and consulting Psychologist.
Angela Hammell
BSW, RSW, MSW
Angela has over 15 years of experience in the area of health care. She has worked in a variety of professions spanning both the private and public sectors including recreational therapy, peer support, and mental health and addiction counselling. Angela’s personal and professional experience eventually led to her passion in the field of addiction recovery. She graduated from the University of Victoria’s Social Work program and has previous education in psychology and therapeutic recreation. Angela continues to train in trauma-informed practice including areas such as somatic experiencing and she is currently completing her Master’s in Social Work at Dalhousie University.
Rob DeClark
MSW, BSW
Rob DeClark is a respected leader in the field of mental health and addiction with over 27 years of experience. Rob has played key roles in opening and leading treatment centers across Western Canada, including Cedars at Cobble Hill, Homewood Ravensview, and The Healing Institute at Forbidden Plateau.
His career highlights include co-developing the Talk Today program with the BCHL and CMHA, and serving as Assistant Coach for the Cowichan Valley Capitals. Above all, Rob is passionate about building healthy workplace cultures where mental health professionals can thrive.
Alexis Winter
RPN, MPN, RCC
I am a Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) with a Master’s degree in Psychiatric Nursing advanced practice (MPN). I am also a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC). I have been working in mental health and addictions for over 13 years. I have training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method Couple’s Therapy Level I and Level II, and Cognitive Behavioral Couple’s Counselling (CBCT). I work with first responders and health care workers, and the general public, with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and moral distress. I also work with adults with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), and other difficulties with emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and coping. Additionally, I work with couple’s experience relationship problems, both desiring to repair and desiring to leave relationships.
John Lawlor
PhD
Dr. John Lawlor is a seasoned mental health and addictions professional with over 15 years of clinical and leadership experience. His work focuses on evidence-based programming, long-term recovery, and the role of social connectedness in healing. His doctoral research explored recovery in individuals with alcohol-use disorder in sustained remission of over 25 years. John continues to bring both academic insight and practical expertise to building innovative, person-centered approaches that strengthen recovery and community wellness.
Geri Laurence
CCTP-11, CAMHP
Geri Is a compassionate therapist who has been working for many years with individuals and groups with a focus in addiction and mental health . She has also been one of the co-founders of Vancouver friends for life which supports individuals with life challenging illnesses. Geri is a somatic therapist and underwent a 4 and ½ year study through the Boulder Colorado institute of traumatic studies and is certified through this institute. She also completed an additional two year study with Dr. Janine Fisher in complex Trauma and dissociative disorders and is certified as a Clinical Complex Trauma Counsellor and is recognized by the international Association of trauma Professionals. She has also just completed a one year study in compassionate inquiry with Dr. Gabor Matte. Geri is honored to hold sacred space for those who would like to be curious about their well being.
Kerry Moon
MA, RCC, FNHA Approved
Kerry has a background in Child and Youth Care and has been working with children youth and families for over 20 years and I have currently completed my Masters in Counselling Psychology. I am passionate about supporting youth or adults who may struggle with various life challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, burnout, relationships and addictions. You will find a counsellor in me who cares deeply about the needs of their client, shows genuine empathy and an ability to make you feel significant and heard.
I provide a variety of approaches, such as person centred, narrative therapy, solution focused therapy, and cognitive behaviour therapy, combined with somatic practices. Included is a sense of humour and an ever-open ear to whatever you bring to session that needs processing.
I look forward in continuing to support individuals on their journey towards greater health and well-being.