Our Staff
Directors
Pivot Point is guided by our two Directors; each contributing a different focus and area of expertise to the overall vision and performance of the agency. Our Directors have extensive histories in the social services, each spanning decades of service to children, youth, and adults with Alternate Abilities. The Directorship is united around our common vision of Pivot Point creating a meaningful and positive turning point for every person possible… for our clients and their families, for our staff and their families, and for our communities throughout British Columbia!
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Steve Cunningham, MAExecutive DirectorSteve.Cunningham@PivotPoint.ca Steve is the founder and Executive Director of Pivot Point Family Growth Centre Inc. Click the link below to read more about WHY Steve started Pivot Point… and discover what’s behind the name. Read More
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Crystal ThompsonDirector of OperationsBehaviour ConsultantNVCPI InstructorCrystal.Thompson@PivotPoint.ca Crystal Thompson is the Director of Operations at Pivot Point Family Growth Centre. Click the link below to learn why Crystal chose a career in the social service sector and where her passion stems from. Read More |
Admin Team
Pivot Point’s staff of over 150 people provides local services and supports to families in 10 regions around the Province. Our virtual organization model is made possible by our highly skilled administration team at Pivot Point Head Office. Each of the following managers is committed to excellence in their own departments, and they are each passionate about the positive impact that Pivot Point can have on the lives of our staff and our clients. Read their stories below and learn more about our incredible Admin Team.
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Amanda NickartHuman Resources ManagerHR@PivotPoint.ca Working with children and families is, and has always been, a passion and focus for Amanda. She completed her certification in Early Childhood Education specializing in Infant and Toddler Development and Special Needs. She then went on to achieve her BA in Family and Social Relations from the University of Windsor. Read More
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Brenda GouldResources ManagerResources@PivotPoint.ca Brenda, Pivot Point’s Resource Manager of 13+ years, ensures that our eight remote offices across the Province have the supplies they need to effectively support the children, families, and individuals in our care. Read More
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Connie NelsonClient ServicesClientServices@PivotPoint.ca Connie handles client services here at Pivot Point. Building relationships has always been important to Connie as it aligns with her core values Read More
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Cynthia ProvoAdministrationAdmin@PivotPoint.ca Cynthia has worked in various capacities with organizations across Western Canada which deliver Adult Basic Education, Brain Injury Rehabilitation services, Literacy programs, Domestic Violence programs, and Seniors’ Housing. Read More
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Keith FluetAccounting ManagerAccounting@PivotPoint.ca Pivot Point is excited to have Keith Fluet on our Head Office admin team! Keith is the Accounting Manager, and holds responsibility for all aspects of the financial well being of the company. Read More
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Rochelle WattCommunity Relations ManagerMarketing@PivotPoint.ca Rochelle handles our Community Relations and Marketing. Her days are full of social media updates, educating others through relevant materials, helping clients over the phone, event planning and much more. Read More |
Behaviour Consultants
Pivot Point hosts a large team of professional Behaviour Consultants, most having reached the internationally recognized credential of being Board Certified (See BACB.com for more). Each consultant manages a caseload of client families within their local region, and is committed to designing and implementing the best possible treatment plan that will create the most positive change possible for each client they serve.
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Alex Delange, M.Sc., BCBAABA Program Manager, Clinical Supervisor & Behaviour ConsultantRegion: All RegionsAlex.Delange@PivotPoint.ca I have over 25 years of experience working directly with children with special needs. I started my career in community recreation, and started a program to address physical activity for children with special needs. I began working as a Behaviour Interventionist (BI) in home intervention programs and decided to pursue Behaviour Consultation certification as I discovered my passion for teaching children who required specialized learning techniques. Read More
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Dr. Kelly Dancho, BCBA-DClinical Supervisor & Behaviour ConsultantRegion: All RegionsKelly.Dancho@PivotPoint.ca Kelly holds a Doctoral Degree in Behavioral Science from the University of Kansas and is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Kelly began providing behavioral services as a direct care staff member at an intensive treatment facility in the United States for children and adults with dual diagnoses in 1996. Read More
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Brittany Rolston, MA SpEdBehaviour ConsultantRegion: Vancouver IslandBrittany.Rolston@PivotPoint.ca Brittany completed her Masters in Special Education with a sub-focus on developmental disabilities and autism spectrum dirsorders in 2015. Read More
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Soha Sarraf, M.A.Behaviour ConsultantRegion: South FraserSoha.Sarraf@PivotPoint.ca Soha is working on completing her Master of Special Education (Applied Behavior Analysis) at Arizona State University. She also got her Advance certification of Disability and Applied behavior Analysis at Douglas College. Read More |
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Candace Brady, MA SpEdBehaviour ConsultantRegion: Prince GeorgeCandace.Brady@PivotPoint.ca Candace is originally from New Brunswick and moved to BC in 2009. While in high school she took part in a co-operative education placement in a local elementary school and quickly realized that working with children and especially those with learning difficulties was something she really enjoyed. Read More
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Christie BorrieBehaviour ConsultantRegion: South FraserChristie.Borrie@PivotPoint.ca Christie has her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology/English Literature with an unofficial minor in Special Education from UBC (2007). She has worked with children and youth in a variety of settings, as a BI, a certified lifeguard and swim instructor, ESL tutor, and camp counselor. Read More
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Kiersten Beesley, MA SpEdBehaviour ConsultantRegion: East FraserKiersten.Beesley@PivotPoint.ca Kiersten is originally from Manitoba where she completed a BA majoring in Linguistics at the University of Winnipeg. After completing her BA, Kiersten worked as a BI for 2 years in an Early Intervention program for children with ASD. Read More
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Alicia Gulati, BCBA, M. EdBehaviour ConsultantRegion: Central FraserAlicia.Gulati@PivotPoint.ca Alicia completed her Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction, with a specialization in Applied Behaviour Analysis at Arizona State University. She has over 5 years of experience working with children and adolescents aged 2-19 diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as other developmental disabilities. Read More
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Kymberley Kempe, BCaBABehaviour ConsultantRegion: KootenaysKymberley.Kempe@PivotPoint.ca My passions include facilitating life skills programs and watching my clients reach personal goals. I have been a Board Certified Assistant Behaviour Analyst since October 2018. I have worked directly with individuals diagnosed with Autism and other developmental disabilities for the past seven years. Read More
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Kathleen Nesbitt-DalyBehaviour ConsultantRegion: South FraserKathleen.Nesbitt-Daly@PivotPoint.ca Profile coming soon… Read More
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Michelle ParsonsBehaviour ConsultantRegion: South FraserMichelle.Parsons@PivotPoint.ca Hi my name is Michelle! In 2016 I obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from Kwantlen Polytechnic University. Read More
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Sarah BarnesBehaviour ConsultantRegion: Vancouver, North Vancouver & RichmondSarah.Barnes@PivotPoint.ca Sarah is a BI, CCW and tutor who recently completed her Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Psychology and certificate in Applied Behaviour Analysis at McMaster University. Growing up with a sister who has a dual diagnosis and is on the autism spectrum, Sarah quickly found her passion in the ABA field with the desire to make a positive impact in the lives of individuals and their families.
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Sydney Wolstenholme, BCaBABehaviour ConsultantRegion: Kamloops, Okanagan & Salmon ArmSydney.Wolstenholme@PivotPoint.ca I grew up in Williams Lake, BC and have lived in Abbotsford since 2014. Outside of work, I enjoy theatre, travel, kayaking and relaxing at home with my dog. Growing up, I was an active participant in my local Community Theatre and went on to major in Theatre at Thompson Rivers University.
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Graham CannonBehaviour ConsultantRegion: DuncanGraham.Cannon@PivotPoint.ca My name is Graham Cannon and I am proud to say I was born and raised in the Cowichan Valley. Everything I’ve ever needed, the Valley has given to me. I have traveled all over the world and lived in several different countries, but something always brought me back to the most wonderful place on the planet. After years of travelling and a decade of being an educated professional cook, I decided to go back to University and unleash my full brain potential. Read More
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Robin MacDonaldBehaviour ConsultantRegion: Prince GeorgeRobin.Macdonald@PivotPoint.ca Bio Coming Soon! Read More
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Jasmine PrasadBehaviour ConsultantRegion: South FraserJasmine.Prasad@PivotPoint.ca Jasmine Prasad has been working in the health care field with children and families for the past 25 years, with over 20 of those years in a management capacity. Jasmine has been a frontline worker but also a critical care manager to children with a variety of abilities and also with children diagnosed with rare, terminal and degenerative diseases. She has also worked for over 3 years as a Regional Coordinator of Mental Health Services for the Vancouver and Richmond region. Read More
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Alan KaneBehaviour ConsultantRegion: Burnaby, New Westminster & Tri CitiesAlan.Kane@PivotPoint.ca Alan Kane is a behaviour consultant who recently moved to BC from Ireland. Read More
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Counsellors
Pivot Point’s team of Mental Health practitioners is growing! We are adding new Counsellors and NeuroFeedBack trainers region by region throughout the Province. Many of the professionals listed below are available for individual as well as couples Counselling, and most are ready and available for online sessions via video chat.
Please view the bios of our staff, and check their availability on our online Session Scheduler anytime.
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Andria Weiser, MAMental Health Clinical Supervisor and CounsellorRegion: South Fraser & Fraser ValleyAndria.Weiser@PivotPoint.ca Andria Weiser is a clinical counsellor providing individual and family therapy to children, adolescents and adults. Andria is committed to providing compassionate and competent treatment to her clients. She believes that therapy should be a collaborative process and should be individualized based on the goals and needs of each of her clients. Andria has a Masters Degree in Counselling Psychology from the Adler School of Professional Psychology. She has several years of experience working in private practice, as well as public mental health settings.
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Lindsay Monier-Williams, MAMental Health Program Manager & CounsellorRegion: VictoriaLindsay.Monier-Williams@PivotPoint.ca I provide family and individual counselling services to youth, adults, and couples. With my clients, I strive to help improve their emotional and mental well being, develop self-awareness and build better relationships. Read More
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Sarah Falk, BA, M. EdCounsellor & Program AssistantRegion: KamloopsSarah.Falk@PivotPoint.ca Hello, my name is Sarah and I am thrilled to be joining Pivot Point! I am originally from Vancouver but I moved to Kamloops in 2014 to complete a master’s degree. Read More
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Chelsea Nutini, MACounsellorRegion: CranbrookChelsea.Nutini@PivotPoint.ca Hi! My name is Chelsea and I am a Counsellor with Pivot Point. I have my Masters degree in School and Applied Child Psychology and an undergraduate degree with concentrations in psychology and business management. Read More |
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Katherine Wolbert, MACounsellorRegion: NelsonKatherine.Wolbert@PivotPoint.ca Katherine holds a masters in counselling psychology and is a registered member of the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. Her background is in population and human health research and evidence based studies. Read More |
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Scott Williams, PhD(c)Clinical CounsellorRegion: AgassizScott.Williams@PivotPoint.ca I have been working in the field for three decades as a social worker, adoptions agent, group home director, youth and family counsellor, addictions specialist, and with special needs individuals and groups. I do public speaking on a regular basis for school districts, government agencies, and private enterprise. Read More |
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Kelly Chang, MACounsellorRegion: BurnabyKelly.Chang@PivotPoint.ca Kelly Chang is a Canadian Certified Counsellor with a Masters of Counselling Psychology. She has an avid interest in play therapy and social and emotional development in children. She has extensive experience in developing and facilitating group and play therapy for children to foster their social and emotional learning and development. Read More
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Program Managers
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Alex Delange, M.Sc., BCBAABA Program Manager, Behaviour Consultant & CSup.Region: All RegionsAlex.Delange@PivotPoint.ca I have over 25 years of experience working directly with children with special needs. I started my career in community recreation, and started a program to address physical activity for children with special needs. I began working as a Behaviour Interventionist (BI) in home intervention programs and decided to pursue Behaviour Consultation certification as I discovered my passion for teaching children who required specialized learning techniques. Read More
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Lindsay Monier-Williams, MAMental Health Program Manager & CounsellorRegion: VictoriaLindsay.Monier-Williams@PivotPoint.ca I provide family and individual counselling services to youth, adults, and couples. With my clients, I strive to help improve their emotional and mental well being, develop self-awareness and build better relationships. Read More
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Kerri Henry, MAAdult Services & Transition Planning ManagerRegion: South FraserKerri.Henry@PivotPoint.ca I began my career working with people with disabilities in 2007; I obtained a degree in Therapeutic Recreation in 2011. Throughout the years I have worked with adults and children with various disabilities through 1:1 goal driven therapeutic interventions, adventure therapy programs, adaptive recreation, and multi-day events and camps throughout B.C and Alberta. Read More |
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Cheryl EldertonEducational Services Program ManagerRegion: Chilliwack & HopeCheryl.Elderton@PivotPoint.ca Cheryl joined the Pivot Point team as Regional Manager for Chilliwack/Hope, in Feb 2010. Cheryl has a bachelor’s degree in Education from the University of British Columbia. During her studies she specialized in adapted programs, behaviour management, and integration planning for children with high needs. After completing this degree Cheryl worked as a recreational therapist for 6 years, developing and implementing a variety of programs, therapy and experiences for children and adults with complex needs. Read More |
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Amber FosterComplex Care Program ManagerRegion: South FraserAmber.Foster@PivotPoint.ca Throughout her career, Amber has worked closely with hundreds of families, primarily foster families, supporting children in their care. She has completed a BA in Psychology and MA in Leadership. Amber brings to Pivot Point 20+ years of hands on experience in addressing the complex behavior of children and youth who live with special needs, developmental disabilities, as well as learning, behavior and psychiatric challenges. Read More |