Our Team

Maryam is a Registered Clinical Counsellor and holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. She works from an attachment perspective when working with individuals, couples, and families. Using cognitive behavioral therapy, sensorimotor, mindfulness therapies, and hypnosis techniques she works with clients dealing with grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, and addiction.

Teresa holds a Master’s degree in Counselling and is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (#22522). She uses a strengths-based approach, empowering clients to see the light and resiliency within themselves. Teresa believes that humans are not broken or in need of fixing; rather, they are reminded of who they are and what they have overcome.

Teresa excels at creating a strong therapeutic relationship through empathetic, non-judgmental curiosity, providing a safe container for individuals to explore past painful experiences that impact current emotions and behaviors. Her primary therapeutic modalities include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), parts work, and Polyvagal theory.

Prior to becoming a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), Teresa was a Women’s National Team rowing athlete. She has nearly ten years of experience supporting the mental health and well-being of children and adults in various settings, including public and private school systems, as well as the non-profit sector.

Teresa is currently taking new clients, including children ages 6 and up (for EMDR therapy).

Lauren has a passion for helping others and learning about how the brain affects behaviour. Lauren received her Bachelor of Science in Behavioural Neuroscience from the University of British Columbia. She has experience supporting children with ASD and other behavioural disorders in both home and school settings. In her spare time, Lauren likes to hike, read, play board games, and go on walks with her dog Gus.

Negin is actively pursuing her psychology degree at the University of British Columbia. With a keen interest in social psychology and a strong passion for behavioural neuroscience, she delves into the progressive field of neurofeedback, aspiring to support individuals on their unique paths toward mental wellness. Having amassed substantial research experience at both Simon Fraser University and the University of British Columbia, Negin brings a rich academic perspective to the highly skilled multidisciplinary team at MasterMind Brain Optimization Centres.

Laura is a recent graduate from the University of Victoria receiving her bachelor’s degree in biology and psychology. She had previous experience working with children who have neurodevelopmental disorders as well as working in a child neuropsychology lab helping parents and their kids learn a tablet-based game that helps build executive functioning skills. Laura is interested in how the difference in brain structure and function affects behaviour and cognition, and is passionate about helping others learn about their brain to understand themselves better. In her free time, you can find Laura playing ultimate frisbee, hiking, or skiing.