Getting Started with Therapy & Coaching

About Our Therapists & Coaches

The Redpath Centre offers consultations, counselling, coaching and therapy for individuals, couples and families in the Greater Toronto area. Take a look at our therapists, speech-language pathologists, as well as our academic, behaviour and life skills coaches to learn more about intervention services available at The Redpath Centre.

Who Should You Contact?

If you’re not sure who to contact, please call the general phone line. Select option 3 for Counselling and Coaching Inquiries. Or, you can complete our contact form. A clinician will respond to your inquiry within two to three business days.

Therapists and Coaches

Jennaya Borsten BEd, MADS, RBA, BCBA, OCT

Academic, Mental Health and Lifeskills Coach

Jennaya Borsten

Summary

Jennaya Borsten is an Academic, Mental Health and Lifeskills Coach at The Redpath Centre, as well as an Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) with the Peel District School Board. Since 2005, she has supported autistic students and those with complex special education needs, joining The Redpath Centre in 2019. Jennaya brings a unique, holistic lens to her work that bridges clinical skills and classroom reality. As both a teacher and a Board-Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA), she utilizes an integrative toolkit—incorporating Positive Applied Behaviour Analysis, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and specialized educational strategies. Jennaya is deeply dedicated to promoting the academic, social, and emotional development of teens and adults. Whether she is coaching a student through executive functioning challenges or supporting parents in navigating the school system, Jennaya’s goal is to foster independence and long-term success through evidence-based, skilled, and compassionate support.

Specializations

Kimberley Cross, MEd, RP

Individual and Family Therapist

Kimberley Cross

Summary

Kim Cross is an Individual and Family Therapist and Registered Psychotherapist at The Redpath Centre in Toronto and in her private practice in Aurora, Ontario. She has worked with the neurodivergent community since 1990. Kim’s practice now focuses on supporting adults, older adults, and their families as they navigate life transitions. Her work is deeply rooted in her extensive background in community-based settings, specializing in autism, ADHD, and mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, and burnout. Kim integrates a variety of approaches within a family systems framework, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused therapy. Notably, she utilizes Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help clients develop a compassionate connection between different “parts” of themselves, processing painful experiences and beliefs. By sharing practical, evidence-based tools, Kim supports her clients in building more meaningful connections in their work, relationships, and family lives.

Specializations

Deborah Finkelstein, MADS, RBA

Academic, Mental Health and Lifeskills Coach

Deborah Finkelstein

Summary

Deborah Finkelstein is an Academic, Mental Health, and Life Skills Coach who has been supporting neurodivergent individuals since 1999. Since joining The Redpath Centre in 2013, she has worked with adolescents (17+) and adults—including those with autism, ADHD, Tourette syndrome, and learning disabilities—through a blend of skills-based coaching and mental health counselling. Deborah specializes in helping post-secondary students navigate the academic, social, and practical demands of higher education, from managing coursework and learning executive functioning skills to accessing accommodations and building independence. She also works extensively with clients who are newly diagnosed or self-identify as autistic. Her practice is informed by CBT, ACT, DBT, MBCT, and strengths-based positive psychology, all viewed through a neurodiversity-affirming lens. Deborah helps clients explore their neurodivergent identity, addressing experiences like masking, burnout, and sensory overwhelm. She provides a warm, non-judgmental space where clients can be their authentic selves while developing self-compassion and practical strategies for everyday life.

Specializations

Tina Gandhi, MSW, RSW

Individual and Family Therapist

Tina Gandhi

Summary

Tina Gandhi is an Individual and Family Therapist and Registered Social Worker at The Redpath Centre. Since 1999, she has provided dedicated support to individuals and families affected by autism, intellectual disabilities, and complex mental health challenges. A recognized leader in her field, Tina was the recipient of the 2022 OASW Inspirational Leader and Distinguished Social Worker Awards. Her clinical practice is rooted in a neuroaffirming lens, utilizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Family Systems Therapy to support parents, siblings, and individuals. In addition to her role at the Centre, Tina works with children and youth at Surrey Place, co-leads the Indo-Canadian Autism Network (I-CAN), and is a Master Level ASIST trainer in suicide prevention. Known for her empathetic and optimistic approach, Tina helps families navigate both emotional challenges and systemic barriers with resilience and strength.

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Dana Kendal, MSW, RSW

Individual and Family Therapist

Dana Kendal

Summary

Dana Kendal is an Individual and Family Therapist and Registered Social Worker at The Redpath Centre, where she has practiced since 2022. Dana brings a unique dual-perspective approach to her work, drawing on her previous career as an Early Childhood Special Education teacher and her psychotherapy practice as a Social Worker. Since 2000 she has devoted her career to supporting neurodivergent individuals and their families as they navigate the complexities of autism, ADHD, and learning disabilities. Dana’s practice is goal-oriented and practical, grounded in a family systems approach and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy. While she specializes in supporting school-aged children and teens with anxiety and life-skills development, she also collaborates with parents to provide the tools needed to thrive as a family. Known for her warm and accessible style, Dana helps clients understand their unique profiles, build on inherent strengths, and develop practical skills for everyday life.

Specializations

Jason Manett, MA, PhD, CMHP

Academic, Mental Health and Life Skills Coach

Jason Manett

Summary

Jason Manett is an Academic, Mental Health and Life Skills Coach, and Assistant Director at The Redpath Centre. He has supported neurodivergent individuals since 1997 and provided specialized coaching and counselling for adults with autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and mood and anxiety disorders since joining the Centre in 2009. Jason brings a wealth of experience from diverse community settings, including providing accessibility counselling at the University of Toronto. He works with a broad spectrum of clients—including professionals, academics, athletes, and artists—to develop tailored strategies for time management, interpersonal communication, and sensory challenges. Jason’s practice is rooted in a deep understanding of the difficulties of navigating a neurotypical world. His approach is informed by cognitive, developmental, and humanistic psychology, emphasizing that managing emotions is often the first step toward organization and regulation in daily life.

Specializations

Erin Mlotek, MA, RP

Individual and Family Therapist

Erin Mlotek

Summary

Erin Mlotek is an Individual and Family Therapist and Registered Psychotherapist at The Redpath Centre. She has been a dedicated practitioner in the neurodiversity field since 2011 who joined The Redpath Centre in 2021. In addition to her clinical work, Erin is a Professor in the Early Childhood Education Program at George Brown Polytechnic, bringing a deep academic and research-informed perspective to her practice. With extensive experience in both clinical and management roles within community-based settings, Erin supports youth and adults navigating neurodevelopmental conditions, with a primary focus on autism and ADHD. She utilizes an integrative approach incorporating Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, and Narrative Therapy—while grounding her work in an anti-oppressive and trauma-informed lens. Erin is passionate about helping clients achieve their personal goals and build lasting resiliency. Whether coaching parents through transitions or supporting an adult in developing new coping strategies, Erin’s aim is to empower her clients through a strong therapeutic alliance and a focus on practical, everyday growth.

Specializations

Leora Palace, BA (Hons) Reg. CASLPO

Speech-Language Pathologist and Communication Coach

Leora Palace

Summary

Leora Palace is a Speech-Language Pathologist and Communication Coach who has practiced at The Redpath Centre since 2010. She has provided assessment and intervention for autistic individuals, as well as those with learning and developmental disabilities since 1994. A primary area of her expertise is facilitating social communication for individuals diagnosed with autism, with an emphasis on developing conversational skills that translate into both personal and professional success. Leora’s coaching is particularly effective for highly technical populations, where she implements concrete strategies to help clients better manage interactions in life and business. In addition to her clinical work, she consults for schools, universities, and corporations to support accommodations for communication disorders, helping clients improve the quality of their spoken and written communication across all settings.

Specializations

Amanda Perri, MA, RBA, BCBA, OCT

Academic, Mental Health and Lifeskills Coach

Amanda Perri

Summary

Amanda Perri is an Academic, Mental Health, and Lifeskills Coach at The Redpath Centre. She is a Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA) and an Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) who has been dedicated to meeting the needs of neurodivergent students since 2012. She currently works in an Autism Intensive Support Program with the Toronto District School Board, providing a unique perspective on navigating school-based supports. With The Redpath Centre since 2025, Amanda brings extensive experience in supporting neurodivergent children and adolescents, including autistic individuals, as well as those with ADHD and learning differences. She integrates mental health support and social-emotional learning with academic and life skills coaching. Her practice is rooted in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), helping clients build awareness of their emotions, clarify their values, and take meaningful action toward their goals. She works closely with parents and caregivers, and as a provider of the UCLA PEERS® program, offers evidence-based, structured social skills groups. She is passionate about helping clients explore their identity, build confidence, and strengthen their communication skills.

Specializations

Mina Roozbahani, MA, RP (Qualifying)

Child, Adolescent and Family Therapist

Mina Roozbahani

Summary

Mina Roozbahani is a Child, Adolescent and Family Therapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and Certified PLAY Project Consultant at The Redpath Centre. Since 2011 Mina has dedicated her career to supporting children, youth, individuals, and families navigating autism, ADHD, trauma, and complex behavioural challenges. Drawing on her background as a former teacher and her other role with neurodivergent children, youth and their families as a Program Consultant at Mackenzie Health, Mina brings a unique lens to her clinical work. She incorporates Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for older youth—while maintaining a core focus on play-based, parent-led interventions in early childhood. Mina is passionate about strengthening the parent-child bond through joyful, developmentally appropriate interactions that build language, social communication, and emotional resilience. She also supports parents in understanding and processing their child’s recent diagnosis. Whether counselling a teen with anxiety or coaching parents through school transitions, Mina’s goal is to foster growth and independence through connection.

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