Dr. Douglas James Cook is Chairperson and Head of Neurosurgery at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario. Cook practises cerebrovascular and skull base neurosurgery at Kingston Health Sciences Centre. His research program is focused on brain network dynamics in health, disease and recovery.

Donald leads retreat programming at Dimensions Algonquin Highlands. His clinical work focuses on healing through somatic and trauma therapies supported by neuroscience research. To guide guests in preparing and integrating their ceremonial experiences, he incorporates relational somatic psychotherapy, sensorimotor psychotherapy, EMDR, acceptance and commitment therapy, and internal family systems therapy with complementary wellness practices.

Helena’s key belief for optimal mental health and emotional well-being is “the body wants to feel good and the mind wants to know.” In addition to running her private practice, Helena is a clinical supervisor and teaches at the Transformational Arts College. She specializes in trauma and complex post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, and grief. Her clinical work focuses on neuroscientific evidence-based treatments utilizing neuro-experiential and somatic therapies as well as transpersonal psychotherapy.

Gina studied transpersonal psychotherapy at the Transformational Arts College of Spiritual and Holistic Training and is a registered psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. She is trained in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, structural dissociation, sensorimotor psychotherapy, relational somatic psychotherapy, and deep brain reorienting. Gina co-founded the Healing Therapy Alliance in Toronto.

Natasha Senra-Pereira MSW,RSW, RP is a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist supporting clients in both hospital settings and private practice for the last 18 years. She has advanced trainings in numerous modalities (IFS, EMDR, Somatic-relational) and experience in various forms of meditation. Her work is guided by the newest research as well as her own personal healing experiences – which is detailed in the best-selling book, “Talk Therapy Isn’t Enough”. Over the last several years, her teaching and focus have been the intersectionality of grounded spirituality and mental health.

Natalia Brajak works as a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario. In previous incarnations, she co-founded Moksha (Modo) Yoga in Toronto and Studio Shibui in Guelph. She has a rich 20 years of experience working with entheogens in therapeutic ceremonial environments in North and South America. Her training began in 2006 with the Transpersonal Therapy Center in Toronto, and concluded with the Transformational Arts College in 2013. She has training in sound healing, yoga, meditation, ELDOA and Thai massage. Her entrepreneurial background, somatic trainings and long-lived integration of ceremonial work have inspired a unique perspective on grounded spirituality and how to address the challenges of existing as both a spiritual and human being at the same time.

Emily graduated from University of Guelph with an honour's degree in psychology and is undertaking a master’s in counselling and psychotherapy. She has a passion for somatic-based approaches to healing, wellness, and therapy. At Dimensions, Emily conducts intake sessions with guests before they embark on their retreat journey, and she supports the clinical team.

Cecile Cassan is a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN), experienced in a variety of areas, including neurotrauma rehab, research and sports medicine, and regenerative medicine. At Dimensions, she carries out intake medical examinations and is available to assess and monitor vital signs for guests on retreat. She works with the interdisciplinary team to provide insight into areas of focus for the treatment phase, as well as for long-term secondary prevention.

Audice is on the preparation team at Dimensions. She is a Registered Psychotherapist, specializing in PTSD and veterans in her work as a couples therapist and Brainspotting consultant. With a diverse background that spans corporate training, business coaching, Hatha yoga therapy, and clinical hypnotherapy, Audice brings a unique approach to her practice. She is dedicated to supporting veterans and helping them heal.

Tatiana is on the preparation and integration team at Dimensions. She is a psychotherapist who works mainly with trauma and substance use disorders. She incorporates Somatic Experiencing, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy into her practice. Her tailored approach combines psychodynamic and somatic therapies with mindfulness.

Melanie is on the preparation and integration team at Dimensions. She is an integrative psychotherapist in private practice from Toronto. Melanie specializes in trauma resolution and healing, using evidence-informed practices intended to shift individuals towards an embodied experience of the mind + body + spirit, through therapeutic support and reconnection to self.

Jennifer provides clinical supervision and mentorship for the Dimensions clinical team. She is a psychodynamic trauma therapist with nearly two decades of clinical experience, and she practices Internal Family Systems Therapy and Somatic Interventions. Jennifer employs psychotherapeutic body-based techniques to steward clinicians and clients toward exploring the root causes of activation, creating healing conditions, and repatterning the brain and body towards new responses.

Rhea is on the preparation team at Dimensions. She studied Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University and is a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. She has specialized training in Brainspotting and perinatal mental health, and primarily supports BIPOC clients experiencing anxiety, depression and life stresses. Rhea integrates acceptance and commitment therapy, somatic-based interventions and mindfulness into her practice.

Rachel holds an Honours BA in Psychology from Queen’s University and is currently a Masters candidate at Yorkville University, working towards a degree in Counselling Psychology. She is passionate about somatic therapy and takes an integrative and holistic approach to health and wellness. At Dimensions Retreats, Rachel supports the clinical team by conducting intake sessions with guests prior to their retreat journey.

Heather is a clinical intake coordinator for Dimensions. Her perspective on therapy has been informed by years of providing mental health support to trauma survivors. She uses techniques and tools from a variety of approaches, including somatic therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy. Heather has completed her Masters in Counselling Psychology.

Josette is a member of Dimensions’ psychotherapy team. She is a Registered Social Worker and a psychotherapist with 15+ years of experience. Her diverse background includes working with individuals through family health teams, the Canadian Forces/VAC, and in private practice. She specializes in trauma/PTSD, Operational Stress Injuries, and psychosomatic issues. She utilizes somatic psychotherapy such as mindfulness(MiCBT), Internal Family Systems, Brainspotting, Hypnotherapy, and Deep Brain Reorienting to facilitate holistic healing and personal growth.

A lover of the earth, kindness and music. Kayla graduated with a degree in Recreation therapy and is a Certified Sound Healing Practitioner. Kayla has vast experience and education in palliative care. She loves connecting with our guests and helping them in their healing journey by using her empathic intuition to carefully craft a retreat schedule that is ideal for individual and group healing.

Dawn Marie Simpson has been a registered massage therapist (RMT) since 2009. She has worked in multidisciplinary clinics alongside chiropractors, physiotherapists, naturopaths, and other RMTs. Her experience includes working with individuals diagnosed with terminal illness, and their loved ones since 2018, and massage therapy care for veterans throughout her career. Dawn is trained in Medical Acupuncture to enhance the ways in which she can support her clients’ wellness. She enjoys working in holistic settings that use multiple approaches to help the body heal.

Martin Millen (in English) – or Thunder Man (his Sprit name, and in Ojibwe is Nimkii Inini) – is of the turtle clan and a First Nation Traditional Medicine Man. A band member of the Matachewan First Nation with a lineage of mixed Ojibwe and European ancestry, Martin has spent decades exploring his cultural identity and working with First Nations healing customs and practices as well as complementary and western therapeutic modalities. He has studied post-traumatic stress and the effects of residential schools and intergenerational trauma and oppression on First Nations, through Indigenous Focusing-Oriented Therapy, giving him a deep understanding of complex trauma. Having learned from Elders from Ojibwe, Cree, Lakota, and Blackfoot traditions, he integrates their wisdom into his land-based holistic healing approach.

Sarah has been on a journey to provide sacred healing space for others since completing a Shiatsu apprenticeship in Japan many years ago. As an RMT, Sarah practices Craniosacral Therapy, Somato-Emotional Release, Shiatsu, and Reiki, and combines these with Swedish Massage, Acupuncture and Cupping as needed. Sarah is a Certified Meditation Teacher and offers Shamanic Healing Sessions that provide the opportunity for deep self-discovery and insight. Her Metis roots keep her work close to the Earth, the Spirit Guides and the Ancestors.

Boris Baker - BSc Kin, MSc. Neuroscience, Registered Kinesiologist.  Boris obtained his undergraduate degree in Kinesiology from Queen's University, while simultaneously gaining work experience as a personal trainer. Upon graduating Boris completed his masters in neuroscience where he worked with and researched concussions and head impacts in collegiate athletes. Since, Boris has become a registered kinesiologist with the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario. Boris' personal training experience, coupled with his background in neuroscience gives him a unique and flexible skill set which allows him to work with clients who are recovering from or living with physical and/or neurological injuries/impairments, as well as clients that may just be looking to move better and without pain.

Kelsey is a trauma-informed coach and somatic practitioner. She helps clients overcome past challenges and traumas with a focus on listening to and healing the body. Kelsey is trained as a somatic practitioner, somatic breathwork facilitator, reiki healer and integrative health coach. She holds authentic, safe and sacred spaces for healing.

Ryan Burkholder BA, Designated Osteopathic Manual Practitioner (DOMP). is a Registered Manual Osteopath supporting clients through the use of manual therapy as well as his coaching practice.  Ryan’s approach is influenced by his background in sport as a former professional hockey player.  He draws on his background in athletics, his training in Osteopathy, and his passion for nature and mindfulness, to help people improve their relationship to stress.  He currently runs his private practice virtually, and in his home, on acres of the Laurentian mountains in Quebec.   Ryan specializes in therapeutic exercise methods such as ELDOA, Myofascial Stretching and SOMA training based on the method of Guy Voyer.  Ryan’s passion for coaching continues to treat the human being as a whole and considers the importance of the mind-body relationship.  His approach aims to integrate the genuine embodiment of mindfulness, compassion, and strength.

Melissa is a registered massage therapist, offering traditional Swedish massage enhanced with lymphatic movements, functional rehabilitation and intuitive energy. Also certified in applied positive psychology, she has a passion for spiritual growth and healing. Melissa enjoys nature, outdoor activities, and deepening connection through community.

Meditation helped Glenda through the toughest times in her life, and everything she has trained in since that time is to help others feel more inner peace and calm in their lives. She is an Advanced davidji Masters of Wisdom and Meditation Teacher, Qigong instructor and Reiki Master. She is certified in Yoga Nidra, and is certified as a Gentle Trauma Release© Practitioner and a Master Empowerment Coach.

Tiffany is a certified sound therapy practitioner and transformational hypnotherapist, with training in reiki and bodywork. She has hosted private and group sound baths all over Ontario, and provides a supportive and safe container for your body to do what it is naturally capable of doing – healing.

Leslie is a certified Thai Yoga Massage Practitioner, inspired by the concept of metta- loving kindness, goodwill and the wish for wellbeing and happiness of others, in which the practice is rooted. She has trained in both Canada and Thailand, which brings a synergy of traditional and modern techniques into her offerings. Her sessions can also incorporate hot herbal compress and dynamic rocking techniques.

Reiki Master practitioner Patti McColl is trained in Holy Fire® III / Usui Reiki. She is a valued part of our wellness team with her gentle approach and caring disposition. Patti delivers transformational experiences to our guests through her energy-based healing using gentle touch.

Kelly has been practicing Qigong for over 10 years. He started out using Qigong to alleviate muscle and joint pain from working labor, and it quickly became an integral part of his Kung Fu and meditation practice.

Kelly then studied Tai Chi in Halifax for a few years, and travelled to China to hone his skills further.

Working as an Arborist during the day, at night Kelly is currently studying Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and enjoys playing music in his spare time.

Amanda has practiced mind-body healing for more than 35 years. A certified holotropic breathwork practitioner and yoga and meditation instructor, she draws on a dynamic blend of anatomical principals, energetic wisdom, and awareness. Amanda also offers individual medical intuitive, craniosacral therapy, Tibetan acupressure, chakra therapy, polarities energy balancing, and touch for health sessions.

Over Don’s 30-year journey with plant medicine, he has studied with plant elders who carry the knowledge and sacred practices of their lineages. As a medicine carrier, he holds this knowledge with gratitude and respect, drawing on it to create ritual space during Ceremony.

Dayna has been a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) since 1998. She completed her TCM acupuncture training in 2010 and finds it extremely useful in helping her clients achieve their wellness goals. Dayna also has training in manual lymph drainage, myofascial release, fascial stretch therapy , soft tissue mobilization, anatomy trains kinesis and the Buteyko breathing method . She has worked in many multidisciplinary clinics alongside chiropractic, physiotherapy , fitness training and kinesiology.

Brock has recently relocated to Haliburton County from Kelowna B.C. Brock graduated from the Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy in 2017. He is a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) and describes his treatment style as a blend of both Deep Tissue and General Swedish Flow. Brock also incorporates other modalities such as Graston Technique and Cupping Therapy.

Amanda is a vibrant and engaged Dimensions community member, who wears multiple hats as an educator, entrepreneur, podcaster, world traveller, Death Doula, and Grief Companion. She is currently completing her Masters in Counselling Psychology to support people living with trauma, addiction and grief. She is deeply interested in plant medicine and the power of community and human connection.

Vanessa Iannucci lovingly inspires and empowers guests at Dimensions Retreats and private-practice clients, through multi-modal holistic experiences, including yoga, Reiki, Pranayama Breath Work, cold plunge therapy, Axiatonal Alignment, chakra energy work and meditation. Vanessa supports clients in living a rested, vibrant and joyful life. She is currently engaged in herbalist studies and will complete her Yoga Nidra certification this year.

Martez is a Registered Massage Therapist, Craniosacral Therapist, Certified T.R.E. Provider- Tension, Trauma Release Exercises, Certified Compassion Fatigue Specialist, Certified Solution-Focused Counselor and Spiritual Director. She brings a wealth of trauma-informed healing experience to Dimensions Retreats. Martez is the author of From Stress to Bliss: Journey from Post-Traumatic Stress to Post-Traumatic Growth, an integrative approach for healing and growth and Journal M.A.G.I.C: A five-step process to create your own magic. She guides people in journaling, incorporating the practices of meditation, affirmations, gratitude, intentions and connections.

Chris was the Founder and CEO of Edgewood Health Network, the largest private network of residential/outpatient treatment providers in Canada. He led the merger and acquisition of Canada’s top three treatment centres to form Canada’s largest entity of treatment centres and outpatient clinics. Prior to his career in health care, Chris was a Partner at Bain & Company where he consulted with CEOs on driving growth and profitability across a wide variety of sectors. Chris also collaborated with Bain Capital, primarily in a Private Equity context.

Andrew is the former National Director of Edgewood Health Network, where he led 10 outpatient centres. Andrew is the former VP of GreeneStone Muskoka Alcohol & Drug Treatment Centre, and has 14 years of experience working directly for the NHL/NHLPA Substance Abuse Program.

Joanne is a seasoned Human Resource leader with experience across multiple sectors including, private, public and not-for-profit sectors. She helped build the MaRS Discovery District Innovation hub and more recently worked in a mission driven, high growth e-commerce company. She is passionate about helping organizations, teams and individuals realize their potential. She completed training in coaching and leadership through the Co-Active Training Institute and has had training in relational somatic therapy.

Doug has more than 25 years of experience as a leader in the addiction and mental health space. Doug has also served in financial leadership roles within the commercial/retail real estate space, as well as in the technology start-up space with a company focused on IoT and wireless connectivity.

Melanie is a marketing and communications strategist with national and international experience positioning luxury hotel assets, developing social enterprises and safeguarding secluded destinations. She comes to Dimensions from her former executive and director roles at Fairmont Hotels, Drake Hotel Properties and the acclaimed Fogo Island Inn.

A seasoned leader, David has more than 20 years of IT, Finance and Operations leadership experience within the corporate and not-for-profit sectors, and is the Founder of an innovation committee that went on to partner with the University of Waterloo, Google and Communitech. David’s work with large-scale health providers emphasizes his commitment to security, privacy and innovation.

Tiffany Foster joined Dimensions from her former roles supporting C-Suite executives, their teams, and governance committees at RBC, Deloitte, and the Canadian Tax Foundation. Tiffany is a versatile project manager and people leader with over 10 years of experience working in various operations roles within the finance, hospitality, and not-for-profit sectors. She is a graduate of the University of Guelph and brings a blend of academic prowess, passion, corporate experience, and a heart for service to Dimensions.

A retired Physician and Author, Gabor spent over three decades as a practising physician and, along the way, wrote four bestselling books published in over 25 languages. His extensive clinical experience encompasses stress and health, in-depth work with addiction, mind–body unity, child development and trauma.

Gregory holds a bachelor’s, a master’s and a research doctorate in psychology, as well as a graduate diploma in science. He is the creator of The SuperHero Deep Transformation program in Costa Rica, which works to alter deeply held beliefs while symbiotically balancing the mind, body, spirit and emotions.

Culinary Advisor, James Beard nominated Chef, bestselling author, cannabis culinary pioneer, philanthropist, and mental health survivor– Chef Jordan Wagman. Jordan’s unique culinary journey began over campfires in Northern Ontario and progressed to the kitchens of some of the top chefs in the culinary world. At the age of 12, Jordan was diagnosed with Psoriasis, an often-debilitating autoimmune disease. He was hospitalized numerous times and took medication that would have lasting negative side effects Jordan realized at a young age that sunshine was a huge piece to his health puzzle- fast forward to 2014, Jordan found the second piece; a healthy diet. Following one meeting with a naturopath, Jordan removed gluten, dairy and refined sugar from his diet and began consuming cannabis and, almost immediately, his life changed and began living a much healthier existence. Today, Jordan has a renewed focus on food, health and wellness; Jordan travels the globe offering unique culinary experiences, authors books and speaks publicly, advocating for simpler food, made from local, organic ingredients on all his menus and in the everyday treatment of our overall health and wellness.

Jonathan is President and Co-owner of Stafford Developments, a diversified private property development company that carries out land development, construction and property management. Stafford has deployed over $1 billion of equity capital, with current managed assets of over $2 billion on behalf of investors.

Anwar is a Principal and Founding Partner at the design studio DesignAgency, with locations in Toronto, Barcelona, Los Angeles and Washington, DC, specializing in creative direction and strategy, brand development and interior design. Anwar has over 20 years’ experience in the hospitality space, working with boutique lifestyle brands and large multinational companies.

Robert is a Forensic Psychiatrist with a diverse practice, primarily within the field of addiction medicine. He works at CAMH, primarily with patients who carry severe and persistent mental health diagnoses. He also performs independent medical assessments and is actively involved in outreach psychiatry.

Johnathan is a Physician, Researcher, Psychedelic Therapist, Intuitive Coach, Music Therapist, Reiki Master and Biz Mentor who bases his professional and personal development on Andean–Amazonian medicinal plants.

Zarak Fatah is a highly trained ICF-certified professional coach. He is originally from Toronto, where, as a former serial entrepreneur, he owned and operated multiple successful hospitality and entertainment businesses. Over the past five years, after establishing The ALIVE Experience, a transformational travel company, he has brought more peace and joy to his life. He now resides in Costa Rica. Zarak’s life purpose is to inspire, educate, and empower people to live a fulfilled life, and this is what inspired him to collaborate with Dimensions’ growing collection of International Retreats.

Colonel (ret.) Rakesh Jetly is an internationally recognized thought leader in the areas of military and veteran mental health, suicide prevention and post-traumatic stress disorder. In 2021 he retired as the Chief of Psychiatry for the Canadian Armed Forces. His leadership extended beyond Canada as Colonel Jetly took an increasing leadership role within NATO chairing expert panels in areas such as “morality of mental health”, “leveraging technology in mental health” and “precision medicine”. His research agenda has included dozens of studies ranging from understanding the biological underpinnings of mental illness to precision/personalized medicine. Dr. Jetly has published over 80 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. Dr. Jetly currently holds various advisory positions and is the Chief medical Officer of Mydecine Innovation Group, overseeing development and clinical trials involving psychedelics.

A seasoned leader and multi-time CEO in both public and private equity settings with experience leading large scale business and digital transformations. Gerrard currently sits on several public, private equity and private businesses, and has a keen interest in helping mental wellness companies grow and succeed.

Accomplished mental health and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) speaker, strategist and executive coach. Doctoral-trained mental health clinician, certified health executive and leadership coach with over 20 years of experience in mental health and inclusion policy and program planning across a range of sectors, including corporate, education and healthcare. Expertise in areas of workplace mental health and wellbeing, psychological safety, burnout prevention, as well as mindfulness, collective resilience, and self-care. Curated training delivered to thousands of people, DEI roadmaps developed for dozens of organizations, and hundreds of leaders coached around the world.

Chris was the Founder and CEO of Edgewood Health Network, the largest private network of residential/outpatient treatment providers in Canada. He led the merger and acquisition of Canada’s top three treatment centres to form Canada’s largest entity of treatment centres and outpatient clinics. Prior to his career in health care, Chris was a Partner at Bain & Company where he consulted with CEOs on driving growth and profitability across a wide variety of sectors. Chris also collaborated with Bain Capital, primarily in a Private Equity context.

Andrew is the former National Director of Edgewood Health Network, where he led 10 outpatient centres. Andrew is the former VP of GreeneStone Muskoka Alcohol & Drug Treatment Centre, and has 14 years of experience working directly for the NHL/NHLPA Substance Abuse Program.

Dr. Miri Halperin Wernli is a senior pharmaceutical and biomedical executive with over 30 years of strategic and operational leadership with broad expertise in drug and product development in heavily regulated environments. Targeted skills are in Drug Development, Regulatory Affairs, Project + Portfolio Management, Development Finance + Controlling, and Corporate Strategy and Governance. Miri is also a skilled clinician in child and adult psychiatry with work experience in clinical psychiatry in Swiss academic hospital settings. Miri founded Creso Pharma, a cannabis company, and listed the company on the Australian Stock exchange (ASX) in October 2016. She operated as the Group CEO and Executive Board Director from 2016 until August 2020. Dr. Halperin Wernli was appointed Executive President of Mind Medicine (MindMed) Inc. (NASDAQ: MNMD), (NEO: MMED) in August 2020.

A seasoned entrepreneur with a proven track record of transforming innovative ideas into successful ventures. With a keen eye for market trends, a strategic mindset and a solid track record of investing in mid-sized US and Canadian companies, Nicholas has played pivotal roles in the founding, investing, acquiring and scaling of multiple start-ups ranging in enterprise value from $5 million to $300 million in the Wellness, CPG, Hospitality, ESG Sustainability and Technology sectors. Nicholas is currently the Chairman, CEO of Flow Beverage Corp., a company disrupting the premium and functional hydration category and holds serval board roles within his portfolio.

Prior to 2022 Paul served as the longstanding President of a large global real estate platform with assets of over $27 billion. During his tenure there Paul grew the company assets from $800 million in 1996 until his departure. Paul currently sits on the boards of several private companies and family businesses and has a keen interest in mental wellness and helping people.

An experienced lawyer, having practiced across a wide array of industries, domestically and internationally. David has comprehensive knowledge of corporate governance, and focusses on advancing and protecting the interests of the organization and achieving business-oriented results. David has been involved in a number of investments in the wellness retreat space, and currently acts as General Counsel for a private equity fund.