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!

Steve Cunningham, MA

Executive Director

Steve.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.

I was raised in Vancouver, BC by a caring family, but I really struggled with the divorce and break up of that family when I was 9 years old. I made a few bad choices, and was running with a rather destructive group of kids. However, in the summers that followed, I went to Summer Camps where I discovered the power of positive role models… something I’d been craving throughout my first decade of life. I met older teens and young men in their early 20’s who lived with playfulness, courage and passion. They made learning fun, and invited me to try new things like canoeing, rock climbing, and building campfires… their belief in me sparked a turning point in my young life: I knew I wanted to be like them when I grew up! I knew I wanted a better future!

So by age 15 I was working at that camp as a Counsellor-in-Training. By 17 I was a counsellor, and leading cabin groups. I remember doing an activity where the counsellor would sit one-to-one with each camper and talk about home life, school life, and friends… then set goals for each. I was shocked to see that nearly every one of those 8 or 9 year old boys ended up crying as they shared about their Home/School/Family life back in the city. They were all struggling so much with their young lives!

One day, I was telling one of my young campers about the great things I saw in him, and how I believed in who he could become… and the spark returned to his tear filled eyes! That’s when it hit me that I had become that same role model from 7 years earlier! Camp created a turning point for me, and by age 17 I was doing that for others.

I’ve worked with children and their families for over thirty years since then, in various roles such Child Care Worker, Special Education Teaching Assistant, Respite Care Provider, Foster Parent and now I am a Clinical Counsellor specializing in Diverse Abilities of childhood. But throughout it all, I have been focused on that same powerful feeling… that “WOOSH!” of excitement that emanates from the core of my being when someone else discovers or creates their own turning point in life; when they shift back into alignment with their best and positive future.

That is why I created “Pivot Point”… a company dedicated to seeking and supporting that positive shift in others; In our clients, in our staff, and in our community partners. My degrees in psychology from Simon Fraser University, and a Masters of Arts degree in Counselling Psychology from Trinity Western University, may have added some clinical training to my decades of direct experience working with children… but really, whether it’s supporting families or managing Pivot Point’s staff, it has always come down to a matter of heart. I simply believe that at times, we all need others who can be playful with us; and we all need others to share their passions, to inspire our courage, and to invite us to believe in something better for ourselves.

I hope we can share this kind of meaningful relationship with every family we serve.

I hope our charismatic energy and sound clinical practices create a powerful force for positive change in the lives of everyone we meet.

I hope we can all eventually find a turning point in our lives… one that brings us back into alignment with our best possible futures, and one that inspires us to share that magic with others!

Crystal Thompson

Director of Operations

Behaviour Consultant

NVCPI Instructor

Crystal.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.

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.


	Amanda Nickart Human Resources Manager HR@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 MoreClose While going to school, Amanda worked in preschool and daycare facilities. Over the course of her career, she went on to become the site director of a large early childhood learning center. With over 17 years of experience working with families and 5 years in management, Amanda brings dynamic skills and abilities to her role as the HR Manager. When she’s not busy building relationships with staff and families, you can find Amanda adventuring outside with her friends, hitting up the local yoga studio, or baking the most amazing desserts you’ve ever tasted! (Seriously! They’re incredible!)
	Brenda Gould Resources Manager Resources@PivotPoint.ca Brenda, Pivot Point’s Resource Manager of nine plus years, ensures that our 8 remote offices across the Province have the supplies they need to effectively support the children, families, and individuals in our care. Read MoreClose Among other things, she produces our program binders, manages our training materials, and maintains our online archives. When it comes right down to it, Brenda keeps us all organized and on track. If she’s not busy balancing budgets or tracking orders at the office, you can find Brenda spending quality time with her grandkids and family.
	Connie Nelson Client Services clientservices@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 MoreClose Having worked in Client Care and Accounts Management at a variety of different organizations over the past 20 years Connie brings excellent communication and interpersonal skills to Pivot Point in her role as the Client Services Manager. When Connie is not at the office, you can find her hanging out with family, entertaining with friends or enjoying time spent with her beautiful dog Maple.
	Cynthia Provo Administration admin@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 MoreClose Cynthia is most proud of having raised two terrific young adults and numerous shelter dogs. Over the years she has completed a BA, majoring in Psychology with a Sociology minor, and a Certificate in Business Administration. She also worked for an investment company for some years and is thrilled to be out of the corporate world, back on the west coast, and part of the Pivot Point team.
	Keith Fluet Accounting Manager Accounting@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 MoreClose He was born in Edmonton and moved to Saskatoon in grade 6. He made the shift to BC to train full time with the Canadian National Senior Baseball Team, after finishing his university studies at Mayville State University in North Dakota. He is now happily married with 2 sons, 13 and 15 years old. Keith’s career began just after his final year of professional baseball, when he joined a small event company in Gastown, Vancouver. I chose this profession because of a teacher I had in high school, Mr. Wilde. I loved going to his class and he instilled in me a passion for the numbers. Keith’s experience in the industry derives from a couple years of working at another non-profit. He has joined our team intending to bring that expertise to Pivot Point, helping to expand the operation into a major player in the industry.
	Caroline Doerksen Community Relations Manager Marketing@PivotPoint.ca Caroline 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, graphic design and much more. Read MoreClose Caroline graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Simon Fraser University in 2018, with a major in Gender, Sexuality and Women’s Studies and a minor in Labour Studies. While Caroline attended school, her Labour Studies professor inspired her to work as a Research Assistant for organizations that support folks with diverse abilities. Her passion for social justice and equity is what lead her to work at Pivot Point. *I love my job because everyday is different. I work with a wonderful team of people. I get to work on new and exciting projects, express my creativity and dedicate my time to an important cause.* Caroline advocates for marginalized communities and she actively works to challenge stereotypes and stigmas through education. Caroline has many years of experience working and volunteering with non-profit organizations. She has sat on boards, as well as headed committees that advocate for LGBTQ2S+ rights. Prior to working at Pivot Point Caroline worked as a Community Educator and Occupational Health and Safety Coach at a non-profit organization in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside.

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.

	Alex Delange, M.Sc., BCBA ABA Program Manager, Clinical Supervisor & Behaviour Consultant Region: All Regions Alex.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 MoreClose I became a Behaviour Consultant in 2009, becoming a Board Certified Assistant Behaviour Analyst in 2011. Most recently, I have completed my Master’s Degree in Psychology, with specialization in ABA. My primary area of experience is in working with children aged 3 to 12 years old, however I do also serve teen and adults. I use multiple ABA teaching methods to develop independence and promote positive behaviours. I use the Verbal Behaviour approach to language development, and Natural Environment Teaching to promote socialization and play and am experienced in teaching children to communicate using picture symbols, using visual supports and developing language based on motivation and enjoyment of activities. So much learning happens outside of the therapy room and so I feel it is important to work with families to incorporate ABA at home in easy, everyday interactions. A personalized ABA program combines teaching techniques which are the most effective for your child and which are the most comfortable for your family. I look to research and experience to inform my advice and recommendations so we can have a discussion about which way to go and what you are comfortable with I believe that respectful and genuine collaboration is an integral part of working with your child and your family. As the parent, you are the expert in your child and I see my role as one to work alongside of you as you help your child be the happiest they can be. Your child’ schools and community partners will also be invited to be a part of the collaborative team which helps ensure that everyone who has an important role in your child’s development can use their expertise and knowledge. Whether that is by learning to communicate, learning to be more social and flexible, or just learning how to make friends, and do better in school, my approach is one of patience, knowledge and understanding to help your child shine.
	Dr. Kelly Dancho, BCBA-D Clinical Supervisor & Behaviour Consultant Region: All Regions Kelly.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 MoreClose Subsequently, she held positions as a graduate research assistant, adjunct faculty member, certified MANDT trainer, behavior consultant, and clinical supervisor. During her 22 years of behavioral service, she has worked with typically and atypically developing children and adults ranging in age from 2-months-old to 65-years-old. She has experience with the assessment and treatment of problem behavior including, but not limited to self-injurious behavior, aggression, disruptive behavior, elopement, pica, property destruction, and incontinence. Her current interests lie in the assessment and treatment of severe problem behavior, the evaluation of procedures to increase appropriate behavior, and crisis prevention. In January of 2018, Kelly joined with Pivot Point Family Growth Centre Inc. She is committed to providing effective and ongoing behavioral supports to families and caregivers who live with and serve children and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
	Brittany Rolston, MA SpEd Behaviour Consultant Region: Vancouver Island Brittany.Rolston@PivotPoint.ca Brittany completed her Masters in Special Education with a sub-focus on developmental disabilities and autism spectrum dirsorders in 2015. Read MoreClose Since finishing school, she has worked exclusively in the field of behaviour therapy, including jobs with CBI Monarch House, and the Burnaby School District. Her wheelhouse includes complex behaviours, aggression, speech, language, communication, and early intervention.
	Junyang (Will) Kang Behaviour Consultant Region: South Fraser Will.Kang@PivotPoint.ca My name is Will Kang. I graduated from University of Saskatchewan in 2015. I spent the next four years working as a behaviour therapist with young children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Read MoreClose Last fall, I enrolled in the MA program in Trinity Western University specialized in special education. I started my new chapter of my life in Vancouver right after. My short term goal is to be certified as a BCBA. In my spare time, I enjoy playing basketball with my friends and expand my LEGO collection.
	Soha Sarraf, M.A. Behaviour Consultant Region: South Fraser Soha.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 MoreClose She moved to Canada in 2017 with her husband and two kids. Before immigrating to Canada, she completed her first Master’s in social communication and established a charity organization for children and adolescents with Down Syndrome, in memory of her daughter with Down Syndrome in her mother country. She has good experience in early intervention and a great passion for working with children and adolescents with diverse needs.
	Candace Brady, MA SpEd Behaviour Consultant Region: Prince George Candace.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 MoreClose Candace has worked with neurodiverse individuals since her move in 2009. With experience working in adult care homes, providing behaviour intervention to children and youth as well as volunteering with the Prince George RCMP Restorative Justice program. Candace received her Master’s in Professional Education in Applied Behaviour Analysis from the University of Western Ontario in 2015 and has been on the provincial Registry of Autism Service Providers since June 2017. Her most recent pursuit is gaining supervision and experience to become a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst. Working with individuals with autism is a true passion and calling for Candace. She is thrilled to be a part of NIBIS at Pivot Point Family Growth Centre Inc.
	Christie Borrie Behaviour Consultant Region: South Fraser Christie.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 MoreClose It was a serendipitous event which landed her in the role of Special Needs camp counselor one summer (FunRec Day camp), and her experience with some of the camp’s participants inspired her to pursue working with individuals with ASD. She loves being able to celebrate an individual’s success in being better able to express themselves, self-regulate, and learn new life skills. Christie has been with Pivot Point since May 2013, and continues to enjoy her work as a Program Assistant, BI/CCW, Life Skills Worker, Teen Transition Coordinator and PATH Facilitator. Autism holds a very special place in Christie’s heart – she is adopted, and it was through autism that she found her birth family!
	Kiersten Beesley, MA SpEd Behaviour Consultant Region: East Fraser Kiersten.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 MoreClose It was while working in this program that Kiersten discovered a passion for ABA and working with children with ASD, and decided to pursue a career in ABA. Kiersten graduated with her Masters degree in Behaviour Analysis and Therapy from the University of South Wales in December. Since graduating she has been pursuing her supervision hours towards becoming a BCBA. Since starting with Pivot Point in September she has been enjoying working with children and adults of all ages in the Chilliwack area.
	Alicia Gulati, BCBA, M. Ed Behaviour Consultant Region: Central Fraser Alicia.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 MoreClose Prior to becoming a Behaviour Consultant, Alicia worked as a Behaviour Interventionist in multiple settings, such has centre-based, home-based, and community-based settings. Alicia has also completed her Registered Behaviour Technician training. Her passion is working with children, youth, and families to help provide early, evidence-based intervention in order for them to reach their fullest potential. She also enjoys working with teenagers and adults to help them reach their full potential, and to be as independent as possible. Other than English, Alicia is also able to provide her services in Punjabi.
	Kymberley Kempe, BCaBA Behaviour Consultant Region: Kootenays Kymberley.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 MoreClose I completed my bachelor of arts in applied behaviour analysis with a focus on Autism at Capilano University, and my advanced diploma in behavioural science technology with a focus on Autism at George Brown College. I completed my 500 hour intensive practicum at PALS Autism School.
	Yu Na Lee, BCBA Behaviour Consultant Region: North & South Fraser Yuna.Lee@PivotPoint.ca Yuna is a Behaviour Consultant with Pivot Point. She has been a Board Certified Behavioural Analyst (BCBA) since 2019. She has her M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Autism Spectrum Disorder and Applied Behavioural Analysis from Arizona State University. She graduated from the University of British Columbia with a BA in Psychology. Read MoreClose She has extensive knowledge and experience working directly with children and youth with special needs using principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis in home, center, community, school, and group settings. Yuna is passionate about early intervention and providing social groups to address the individualized needs of each client. She is working towards becoming a “Category A” Behaviour Consultant on the Registry of Autism Service Providers (RASP).
	Michelle Parsons Behaviour Consultant Region: South Fraser Michelle.Parsons@PivotPoint.ca Hi my name is Michelle! In 2016 I obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from Kwantlen Polytechnic University. Read MoreClose I have been working for over 10 years as a community support worker, child care worker, special needs assistant and individualized support counsellor.
	Sarah Barnes Behaviour Consultant Region: Vancouver, North Vancouver & Richmond Sarah.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. Read MoreClose Through having a variety of programs administered in her family home throughout her life, Sarah has a unique understanding of the interrelatedness and importance of a multidisciplinary team in order to help an individual reach their full potential. Sarah’s passion combined with her personal experiences allows her to establish trusting and sincere relationships with individuals with diverse abilities. Sarah recently moved to Vancouver and is excited to be a part of the Pivot Point team.
	SydneyWolstenholme, BCaBA Behaviour Consultant Region: Kamloops, Okanagan & Salmon Arm Sydney.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. Read MoreClose While I was working in my home town’s Child Development Centre, I began learning more about children with diverse needs. As well as the support and training that would be crucial for the understanding, learning and development for these children. I knew in my heart that this was a path that would also be a passion. Thus began my pursuit in a career in Applied Behaviour Analysis. Since 2014 I have had the privilege of working with children with diverse needs, specializing in Autism, throughout many communities in the Fraser Valley. In 2016 I joined the Pivot Point team and have enjoyed working as a Behaviour Interventionist, Child Care Worker, Tutor. Classroom Teacher, and now taking on the role of Behaviour Consultant BCaBA Practicum. My educational background includes studies at Thompson Rivers University, where I completed a Bachelors of Arts (2011) and Bachelors of Education (2013). Followed by, an advanced certificate in Disability and Applied Behaviour Analysis (2015) from Douglas College. I am an avid student and enjoy taking courses, workshops and reading up on research in my field regularly.
	Graham Cannon Behaviour Consultant Region: Duncan Graham.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 MoreClose I graduated from Vancouver Island University in 2017 with my Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care. Since then, I’ve been exploring the Valley I love so much and hanging out with my family. I am an OG nerd with some of the highest nerd-cred you’ll ever see, but I also firmly believe in the magic of the outdoors and the power of Nature Based Interventions. If I’m not playing vids or cruising the web for some cool content, I’m definitely out in the woods hiking or playing disc-golf
	Robin MacDonald Behaviour Consultant Region: Prince George Robin.Macdonald@PivotPoint.ca Bio Coming Soon! Read MoreClose
	Ofelia Flores, BCBA Behaviour Consultant and Clinical Supervisor Region: Mission Ofelia.Flores@PivotPoint.ca I hold a Masters of Arts in Special Education from the University of British Columbia, a BA in Applied Behaviour Analysis and Autism from Capilano University and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. I am also a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst. I worked as a Behaviour Analyst at Next Step Autism Program and Monarch House. I was also a Clinical Supervisor in an autism treatment center in Bellingham, Washington, and as a Behaviour Consultant in PossAbilities in Vancouver. Read MoreClose Since arriving in Canada (2008), I have supported children and adults who have autism and other developmental disabilities in home, school, and community settings. I also have extensive experience delivering training for parents, students pursuing BCBA certification, and behavioural interventionists.

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.

	Andria Weiser, MA Mental Health Clinical Supervisor and Counsellor Region: South Fraser & Fraser Valley Andria.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. Read MoreClose While practicing with a master’s degree, she made the decision to continue her education towards becoming a registered psychologist. She is currently completing a Doctorate Degree in Clinical Psychology through Antioch University in Seattle which has allowed her to develop advanced training in counselling theories and practices. It has also allowed her earn to a specialization in working with children and youth. Andria is currently registered as a Certified Clinical Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association.
	Lindsay Monier-Williams, MA Mental Health Program Manager & Counsellor Region: Victoria Lindsay.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 MoreClose From my sessions, you can expect a client-centred approach where therapy is designed to suit your specific needs with the integration of empirically supported counselling theories and techniques. I do a blend of skills based training, solutions focused and depth therapy for a comprehensive counselling experience that not only addresses more acute needs, but also helps clients work through their past, present and future in order to create a plan for long-term change, proactive health maintenance and positive living.
	Mark Thomas, MA Counsellor & NeuroFeedBack trainer Region: South Fraser Mark.Thomas@PivotPoint.ca More information coming soon! Read MoreClose More information coming soon!
	Sarah Falk, BA, M. Ed Counsellor & Program Assistant Region: Kamloops Sarah.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 MoreClose I graduated in 2017 and now have a Master of Education in Counselling, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. I have worked with children, adolescents, and young adults with developmental disabilities (primarily individuals on the autism spectrum) for over 6 years. I am extremely passionate about taking a collaborative approach to working with children and families and getting to the heart of the hopes, dreams, and goals that I can help families achieve.
	Chelsea Nutini, MA Counsellor Region: Cranbrook Chelsea.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 MoreClose Importantly, I am passionate about helping youth, and their families, navigate educational – and daily – trials. I have gained experience in the public school system, K-12. Additionally, I have experience working in before-and-after school care, as a coach, and as a youth mentor/public speaker.
	Katherine Wolbert, MA Counsellor Region: Nelson Katherine.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 MoreClose With a CBT, DBT and systems approach in her counselling work she strives for wholistic health of her clients including the biology, psychology and the social aspects for long term and sustained positive outcomes. Katherine enjoys an active lifestyle with her family in the mountains and on the lakes in the beautiful Kootenay region of B.C.
	Jean Macleod, MA Counsellor Region: Surrey Jean.Macleod@PivotPoint.ca Hello Pivot Point Family! I am an experienced family counsellor who works with children, youth, parents, and couples to create meaningful change for families. I have a Masters degree in Counselling Psychology and am a Certified Canadian Counsellor with the CCPA. I am also a parent to a child on the spectrum, which has given me a profound personal understanding of the impact ASD and its related challenges can have on individuals and their families. Read MoreClose My approach to counselling is rooted in a passion for supporting my client’s whole family system. I strive to collaborate with families and an interdisciplinary team in setting achievable goals, building on existing strengths, and developing skills to navigate and cope with life’s complexities. I integrate interventions drawn from multiple evidence-based modalities in order to meet my client’s unique needs, including CBT, DBT, EMDR, solution-focused, and behaviour therapies. But ultimately, I believe that the deeply trusting relationship I develop with my clients is the really important stuff – and the biggest catalyst for change. My background also includes work as a behaviour interventionist practicing ABA therapy, and extensive experience in project management, administration, and advising. I look forward to working with all of you to create pivotal points of change for families in our communities!
	Scott Williams, PhD(c) Clinical Counsellor Region: Agassiz Scott.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 MoreClose My specialties include neurofeedback/biofeedback, counselling for trauma, mental health and addictions, relationships, and specialized counselling for individuals and families. I enjoy canoeing, writing, good conversation, philosophy, and my grandchildren. I also serve as chair for Excel Martial Arts Inc., a recent business startup with 5 locations in the Fraser Valley.
	Jonas Breuhan, MA Counsellor Region: Duncan Jonas.Breuhan@PivotPoint.ca First, I recognize and acknowledge the traditional territory of the Coast Salish people, in particular the Hul’qumi’num people, upon whose land I was born a visitor and currently live with my wife and children. As a counsellor, I strive to understand clients within their active resiliency and strengths. I operate as a multi-platform counselling professional that works to integrate skills, approaches, and techniques that best suit the dynamic range of client needs. Each person is complex, unique, and contextually embedded, and it is with this in mind that I offer counselling services tailored to suit each individual where they are at, and in a way that is culturally and socially respectful. Read MoreClose I have a background in Social Work, focusing on Addictions Treatment and Cultural Competency within Indigenous contexts and within communities. I also have a Philosophy degree with a minor in Applied Ethics, during which I focused on ethics of cross cultural engagement, biomedical ethics, and applied ethics within the field of social service. I was received into the Indigenous Communities Counselling Psychology Program at the University of Victoria. This was a counselling masters with all the mainstream classes, but taught in conjunction with Indigenous contexts and approaches. In addition, I was tasked with taking classes in Indigenous Spirituality, Cross Cultural Ethics and Practices, Art Therapy, Trauma Informed Practice, and Indigenous special topics. Due to my personal and educational background, I felt it was necessary to explore my own ancestral origins, and to engage with my role as a Settler on Indigenous territory. I find that my own sense of cultural identity enables me to aid in the recognition and incorporation of my client’s cultural and ancestral identities into therapy. My work as a non-Indigenous man working within Indigenous communities is based in an approach that respects and acknowledges the traditional ways and practices of Indigenous peoples and seeks to build partnerships within communities and families. I deeply enjoy therapeutic arts including carving, painting, drawing, crafting, and any use of my hands. I also feel that the involvement of the natural world is paramount in finding and returning to a balanced life.
	Kelly Chang, MA Counsellor Region: Burnaby Kelly.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 MoreClose Kelly views the client as the expert on his or her own life and believes that as a counsellor she can help create an environment where a client feels safe, empowered, and motivated to work through difficult emotions, behaviours, and thoughts. Client-centered and collaborative are the guiding principles in her work with clients. She also incorporates elements of several counselling approaches including solution-focused, narrative, mindfulness, and developmental theories.

Program Managers

	Alex Delange, M.Sc., BCBA ABA Program Manager, Behaviour Consultant & CSup. Region: All Regions Alex.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 MoreClose I became a Behaviour Consultant in 2009, becoming a Board Certified Assistant Behaviour Analyst in 2011. Most recently, I have completed my Master’s Degree in Psychology, with specialization in ABA. My primary area of experience is in working with children aged 3 to 12 years old, however I do also serve teen and adults. I use multiple ABA teaching methods to develop independence and promote positive behaviours. I use the Verbal Behaviour approach to language development, and Natural Environment Teaching to promote socialization and play and am experienced in teaching children to communicate using picture symbols, using visual supports and developing language based on motivation and enjoyment of activities. So much learning happens outside of the therapy room and so I feel it is important to work with families to incorporate ABA at home in easy, everyday interactions. A personalized ABA program combines teaching techniques which are the most effective for your child and which are the most comfortable for your family. I look to research and experience to inform my advice and recommendations so we can have a discussion about which way to go and what you are comfortable with I believe that respectful and genuine collaboration is an integral part of working with your child and your family. As the parent, you are the expert in your child and I see my role as one to work alongside of you as you help your child be the happiest they can be. Your child’ schools and community partners will also be invited to be a part of the collaborative team which helps ensure that everyone who has an important role in your child’s development can use their expertise and knowledge. Whether that is by learning to communicate, learning to be more social and flexible, or just learning how to make friends, and do better in school, my approach is one of patience, knowledge and understanding to help your child shine.
	Lindsay Monier-Williams, MA Mental Health Program Manager & Counsellor Region: Victoria Lindsay.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 MoreClose From my sessions, you can expect a client-centred approach where therapy is designed to suit your specific needs with the integration of empirically supported counselling theories and techniques. I do a blend of skills based training, solutions focused and depth therapy for a comprehensive counselling experience that not only addresses more acute needs, but also helps clients work through their past, present and future in order to create a plan for long-term change, proactive health maintenance and positive living.
	Kerri Henry, MA Adult Services & Transition Planning Manager Region: South Fraser Kerri.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 MoreClose Since starting with Pivot Point in 2015 I have enjoyed working in the Adult Services program and supporting staff to bring about positive change in our adult clients. I look forward to many more years working to increase the quality of life of the individuals we serve.
	Cheryl Elderton Educational Services Program Manager Region: Chilliwack & Hope Cheryl.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 MoreClose Cheryl has vast experience, knowledge, abilities and strategies for working with complex children, families, community resources and services. She has provided training, and workshops in positive behaviour management. She has been a mentor to co-workers, assessing, developing and implementing positive behaviour plans and programs specific to individual success plans for students and families.
	Amber Foster Complex Care Program Manager Region: South Fraser Amber.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 MoreClose For the past 17 years Amber has been in leadership positions within the non-profit sector; she has experience building highly trained, motivated teams of support staff. Her style is one of collaboration while maintaining superior quality of care and ethical standards. Challenging and complex behavior has always fascinated Amber and furthers her drive to support families & children with exceptional needs. Over the course of her career, Amber has received training in Trauma-Informed Practice, Positive Behavioral Support, Attachment, Brain-Based Disorders and more. Amber is also a mother of two active children. She can be found at the hockey rink, baseball field and dance studio when she is not busy at work. Amber and her husband moved to Cloverdale in 2002 & enjoy the close knit community it provides.

Our Staff

Directors

Steve Cunningham, MA

Executive Director

Crystal Thompson

Director of Operations

Behaviour Consultant

NVCPI Instructor

Admin Team

Amanda Nickart

Human Resources Manager

Brenda Gould

Resources Manager

Connie Nelson

Client Services

Cynthia Provo

Administration

Keith Fluet

Accounting Manager

Caroline Doerksen

Community Relations Manager

Behaviour Consultants

Alex Delange, M.Sc., BCBA

ABA Program Manager, Clinical Supervisor & Behaviour Consultant

Region: All Regions

Dr. Kelly Dancho, BCBA-D

Clinical Supervisor & Behaviour Consultant

Region: All Regions

Brittany Rolston, MA SpEd

Behaviour Consultant

Region: Vancouver Island

Junyang (Will) Kang

Behaviour Consultant

Region: South Fraser

Soha Sarraf, M.A.

Behaviour Consultant

Region: South Fraser

Candace Brady, MA SpEd

Behaviour Consultant

Region: Prince George

Christie Borrie

Behaviour Consultant

Region: South Fraser

Kiersten Beesley, MA SpEd

Behaviour Consultant

Region: East Fraser

Alicia Gulati, BCBA, M. Ed

Behaviour Consultant

Region: Central Fraser

Kymberley Kempe, BCaBA

Behaviour Consultant

Region: Kootenays

Yu Na Lee, BCBA

Behaviour Consultant

Region: North & South Fraser

Michelle Parsons

Behaviour Consultant

Region: South Fraser

Sarah Barnes

Behaviour Consultant

Region: Vancouver, North Vancouver & Richmond

SydneyWolstenholme, BCaBA

Behaviour Consultant

Region: Kamloops, Okanagan & Salmon Arm

Graham Cannon

Behaviour Consultant

Region: Duncan

Robin MacDonald

Behaviour Consultant

Region: Prince George

Ofelia Flores, BCBA

Behaviour Consultant and Clinical Supervisor

Region: Mission

Counsellors

Andria Weiser, MA

Mental Health Clinical Supervisor and Counsellor

Region: South Fraser & Fraser Valley

Lindsay Monier-Williams, MA

Mental Health Program Manager & Counsellor

Region: Victoria