Wahab Daghmach
Clinical Coordinator
Addictions and Mental Health Support
Wahab sees the job as a great opportunity to help his community in this beautiful city.
Most people has some sort of addiction or addictive tendencies
He worked with sufferers from various kinds of addictive behaviors for more than 15 years, and he believes in a counseling and psychological approach for the clients as a most important choice to help them control their symptoms.
His educational background includes a bachelor of doctor in medicine from Odessa National University in Ukraine and a MA in psychiatry from Damascus University, and continuous education in the field of psychiatry, substance use disorders.
He speaks English, Arabic and Russian
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Yodanis Elias
Mental Health Counsellor (CCPA)
I am originally from Cuba. I live in Canada since 2005. I genuinely enjoy working as a mental health counsellor. I hold a Master in Counselling and Psychotherapy from both Ottawa University and Saint Paul University. I am very committed to providing culturally sensitive care. I completed my Master thesis in the area of Integrating Canadian Aboriginal Spirituality and Healing practices into Western Models of mental health.
My theoretical orientation is eclectic with an emphasis on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy as well as Jungian approaches. My aim in therapy is to help individuals reach out into the strongest versions of themselves.
Cassy-Lynne Sabetti-Vigneux
Addiction and Community Service Worker
Cassy-Lynne comes to us from another community centre where she worked as the onsite addictions support worker, housing aid, as well as the outreach worker. She participated in the weekly dropi-ins and has done so for roughly 3 years. She came to us in May and has since participated in our Thursday drop-in’s, as well as provided her expertise in the realm of addictions and community services. She has always maintained a passion for the field of helping and certainly carries out her roles within the community with great pride.
She is currently completing a Bachelor of Arts at Carleton University, with a major in Forensic Psychology and a minor in the Neuroscience of Mental health. She also carries a diploma in Addictions and community services. Along with these, she carries various certifications, including First aid & CPR, Suicide Assist, Harm reduction and safe needle exchange and non-violent crisis and intervention.
We are certain her expertise and kind heart will a huge asset to the centre
Jin Qui (Jackie)
Mental health worker and traditional therapist
Jin Qi (Jackie) Zeng has been a practitioner of traditional medicine for over 15 years since she moved to Canada in 2011. She has training in integrative mental health with special interest by using holistic approach to help those with mental health conditions.
Jin Qi Zeng was born and raised in a family of traditional Chinese medicine. Before she moved to Canada, she had focused all her career in medical field. She holds M.D. as neurologist and Ph.D. degree in clinic medicine of combined traditional and western medicine as well as clinic post- doctoral neurologist certificate. She has more than a decade of experience in large hospitals practicing her specialty as neurologist and physician in China.
Jin Qi is passionate about the wellness of community and has been actively volunteered for community, non-profit and charity organ
Tom Deafy
12 Step Group program
and A.A. Coordinator
With 34 years of continuous sobriety, Tom runs groups for those who have a desire to quit drinking or using. He will also help that individual who needs support to get to a meeting and not feel alone.
Tom is als director of and founder of " Music In Healing ", and leads a rock band at 65 years old, Rock and Roll Eagles.
Jason Harod
Addiction and Community Service Worker
Hannah Kent M.S.W., R.S.W.
Social Worker
I was born and raised in New York City. I've lived in Canada, now, for four years - the latter two in Ottawa. My primary areas of interest and experience are: major mental illness, housing instability, drug use, domestic abuse and/or sexual abuse, and Trauma. I believe in the power of human resilience, and kindness.
We all come into this world with unique skills, histories, and supports. What I hope to provide is (1) guidance toward a more stable and empowered future; (2) development of a stronger, wiser, and kinder support network; and (3) a deeper understanding of self.
When a person is able to find their truth, face old wounds and mistakes gently, and celebrate their unique and hidden strengths, I believe, the future holds more hope and promise for all of us.
Yasmine Dendane
Marie Pyper
Personal Finance Councillor
Life Coach
Marie is a certified personal finance councillor who has more than 20 years of experience providing financial expertise. Marie helps people to manage their finances and match their clients' finances to their goals.
Mario Kezic
Supervisor
Administrative Coordinator
Mario comes to us from an IT background at Algonquin college.
He maintains all our communication systems, and internet and net security systems.
Mario is working towards finishing his internship with Onyx Community Services and then to move to the government sector in IT.
Evelynne Synder
Community Reintegration Worker
Womens's AA Life Coach
Nicolas Bury
Website/Social Media Coordinator
Nicolas has just completed his Bachelor of Computer Science at the University of Ottawa. He now uses his free time to help out the community by providing website services for Onyx.
Jawad Quazi
Public Relations
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Caitlin-Robyn Densmore
Social Media / Promotional Designer
Cody Lang Watson
Life Coach
Legal Research
Cody volunteers at Onyx as a Life Coach, Reintegration Specialist, and Legal Researcher. He has previously obtained a Bachelors of Kinesiology and a Masters of Applied Health Science from Brock University. Currently, he is completing a Juris Doctor degree at the University of Ottawa. Throughout his educational career, Cody has received a number of academic awards and achievements, including Dean’s Honour List and various scholarships/fellowships. At Onyx, Cody combines his health and legal educational experience to create comprehensive life coaching and reintegration programs for his clients.
Christina Gharabeygi
Legal Research
Landlord Tenant
Life Coach
Christina did her Bachelor of Arts degree at Carleton University and is currently a paralegal student. She hopes to take her P1 licensing exam with the Law Society of Ontario this year. She is a long-time Ottawa resident. Her passions include social justice, advocacy and women's rights.
Chloe Allard
Night Supervisor
Community Reintegration Worker
Chloé has recently completed her bachelors in Psychology with a minor in Criminology at the University of Ottawa. She is joining the Onyx evening team in hopes to help the community and pursue a career in correctional and reintegration services.