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Our Team

Alida van Dijk

Alida van Dijk

PhD, RP, CSE, SEP

(she/her)

Co-founder, Executive Director, Clinical Supervisor

As co-founder and Executive Director, Alida's passion for accessible mental health and education is evident in all she does. Her drive to ensure all people feel valued and connected sets the example for CCL.

Gord Alton

Gord Alton

RP, MDiv, CSE

(he/him)

Clinical Supervisor

As a Supervisor-Educator, Gord's love of teaching and supporting others is apparent as soon as you speak with him. Gord is excited to be a part of CCL and being able to pass along his knowledge and help educate the next generations of therapists.

Patricia Berendsen

Patricia Berendsen

RMFT, RP, RSW, SEP

(she/her)

Co-founder, Consultant (Volunteer)

As an Approved Supervisor with OAMFT/AAMFT, she offers clinical supervision to other practitioners and practices who wish to deepen and enrich their clinical practice and improve the quality of service and accountability to their clients. As a sister agency, CCL is one such organization to whom Patricia provides consultation and supervision on a volunteer basis.

Becky Harrison-Stride

Becky Harrison-Stride

(she/her)

Bookkeeper (Volunteer)

As a lover of all things numerical and an advocate of mental health access for all, Becky came aboard to safeguard our resources and ensure that CCL's financial reporting is accurate and current.

Lynn Van Leeuwen

Lynn Van Leeuwen

(she/her)

Director of Operations & Administration

After witnessing the hurdles many face when seeking mental health support, Lynn felt called to bridge the gap. Bringing 30+ years of business expertise to her role as Director of Operations and Administration, she manages the behind-the-scenes with a natural knack for organization. Lynn ensures our systems, staff, and students thrive, creating a welcoming space where everyone feels respected and supported.

Charitable number #70516 4283 RR0001.  

GENEROUS PROGRAM SUPPORT PROVIDED BY:
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Sifton Family Foundation
Sisters of St. Joseph

We acknowledge that the Community Counselling London is located on the traditional lands of the Anishinabe Wake and the Attiwonderonk (Neutral) peoples, on lands connected with the London Township of 1796 (Treaty 6).

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