Our Team

We are a dedicated and dynamic group of professionals who provide assessment, treatment and consultation services to adults, couples, and families in the Ottawa area. Our team consists of:

Dr. Tammie Ricci, C. Psych. - Director of Psychological Services

Dr. Tammie Ricci received a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from York University in Toronto. She has trained in a variety of clinical settings including the Clarke Institute of Psychiatry in Toronto, the Chiropractic College in Toronto, the Counselling and Development Centre – York University in Toronto, and the Downsview Rehabilitation Centre in Toronto. She has worked at The Paul Menton Centre at Carleton University and at the Rehabilitation Centre in Ottawa. She has been in private practice for the last 25 years. Dr. Ricci is a registered member of the College of Psychologists and Behavioural Analysts of Ontario. She is also a member of the American Psychological Association, the Canadian Psychological Association, the Ontario Psychological Association, the Canadian Academy of Psychologists in Disability Assessment, the Canadian Society of Medical Evaluators, the Ottawa Academy of Psychology, and the Canadian Registry of Health Care Providers. Dr. Ricci has extensive experience in assessment and treatment of MVA clients, conducts independent evaluations, provides expert witness testimony, and has been involved extensively in the previous DAC system. She has extensive experience as a catastrophic impairment assessor and coordinates multidisciplinary teams to provide opinion re: CAT determination. She has extensive training in the AMA Guides 4th Edition as well as the AMA Guides 6th Edition, specifically Chapter 14 – Mental and Behavioural Disorders. She is also a registered provider for the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board.

Dr. Gary Gerber, C. Psych.

Dr. Gerber received his M.A. in psychology from the University of Western Ontario, and his Ph.D. in psychology from the University of Saskatchewan. He joined Brockville Psychiatric Hospital in 1984 as a psychologist in the Rehabilitation Service, and became Director of Research and Chief Psychologist, as well as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Departments of Psychiatry and Psychology at the University of Ottawa. He was appointed as Clinical Director of the Acquired Brain Injury Behaviour Services at West Park Healthcare Centre in Toronto in 1999, and established a behavioural outreach service in 2000. His research focused on studying outcomes for persons with serious mental illness or with acquired brain injury who receive services from a specialized community rehabilitation teams. In his private practice Gary provides behaviourally based counselling to persons who have sustained acquired brain injuries and other serious injuries.

Dr. Daria Kolmogorova, C.Psych.

Dr. Kolmogorova is a Registered Psychologist who completed her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at the University of Ottawa (2021) and her pre-doctoral residency in the Toronto Area Residency Consortium’s Adult Track: Neuropsychology/Health Psychology. Her training has focused on the assessment and treatment of a broad range of mental health concerns related to psychiatric conditions (e.g., depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD) and medical diseases/conditions (e.g., acquired brain injuries, cancer, tumour).

Dr. Kolmogorova provides assessment and treatment services in the practice areas of Clinical Neuropsychology, Clinical Psychology, and Rehabilitation Psychology. Her therapeutic approach aims to foster meaningful change in her clients using a collaborative, client-centred approach informed by evidence-based practices. She has experience and training in several different evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including cognitive behavioural therapy, emotionally-focused therapy, and schema therapy.

Sofian Ayyad, MA, RP

Mr. Ayyad is completing his doctoral training in Clinical Psychology at Fielding Graduate University (APA accredited), and is currently undergoing clinical practicum training under the supervision of Dr. Tammie Ricci. Mr. Ayyad holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University, and is also a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. He has years of experience providing psychotherapy services to individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma, and personality disorders.

Mr. Ayyad offers psychological assessment and treatment services to adults experiencing a wide range of problems including those related to mood, chronic pain and trauma. His therapeutic approach is client-centered and is informed by evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy, emotion-focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.

Rabah Musa, RP, MA

Mrs. Musa brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her practice, making her a trusted partner in your journey towards well-being. She holds an honours undergraduate degree in psychology, women's studies, and religion from the University of Ottawa, along with a Master's in Counselling Psychology. Her qualifications are further enhanced by certifications in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Crisis Management. As a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, Mrs. Musa has dedicated over a decade to addressing issues such as racialized discrimination, crisis intervention, trauma-focused therapy, domestic violence, addiction, homelessness, acculturation, integration, and the challenges faced by newcomers to Canada.

Mrs. Musa specializes in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, addictions, stress management, and navigating life transitions. She employs evidence-based techniques rooted in positive psychology, Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Attachment Theory. Her approach is holistic and client-centered, emphasizing the importance of understanding each individual as a whole person. Mrs. Musa is committed to building strong therapeutic relationships, working collaboratively with clients to identify their strengths and set achievable goals. With her compassionate and comprehensive approach, she is dedicated to helping clients make meaningful progress in their lives.

Irene Salidis, RP

Ms. Salidis is a registered psychotherapist and Certified Canadian Counsellor. Her approach emphasizes the mutual development of goals. She understands the importance of a strong therapeutic alliance and places an emphasis on creating a safe space for clients to explore their emotions, to cultivate the support they need. Irene believes in working in partnership with clients to utilize their strengths, to help them sort out their challenges and achieve their goals. She realizes how important it is to identify all aspects of an individual’s life, that impact their well-being, including their physical health, support systems (family, friends, etc.), work or school environment, and faith/spirituality in this process. Irene loves working with individuals, couples, families, and parents, believing that everyone should have a safe and healing place to work through life's difficulties.

 

 

Sukhjit Sidhu, MsC., RP (Q)

Ms. Sukhjit Sidhu is a registered psychotherapist (qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and is currently qualifying to become a registered psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behavioural Analysts of Ontario. She obtained her degrees in psychology from the United Kingdom, including a PsychD in Counselling Psychology from the University of Roehampton, an MSc in Genes, Environment & Development from King’s College London, and a BSc (Hons) in Psychology from Brunel University. With experience working across hospitals, charitable organizations, and private practice, she brings a diverse skill set to support clients from various walks of life while continuously integrating the latest psychological insights into her work. She is supervised by Dr. Tammie Ricci (Psychologist).

In her practice, she integrates humanistic, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioural approaches to meet each client’s specific needs. She specializes in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction-related difficulties, relationship challenges, gender dysphoria as well as those navigating trauma, and identity concerns. Her PhD also focused on the impact of migration on wellbeing and cultural identity. She is fluent in Punjabi. She believes therapy is a collaborative process, one where safety and understanding are at the forefront to help clients achieve meaningful growth and healing.

Ms. Charlene Letemplier (Office Manager)

Ms. Letemplier is our Office Manager with a background in administration and health care and specialized training in special care counseling. She is responsible for greeting clients, coordinating client appointments, answering phones, filing, and organizing of the office environment.