"Jo-Anne’s wit and inspiration engaged our staff as she shared her understanding of the negativity that can easily offset a teacher’s day. She provided easily implemented strategies that teachers can use to make the changes within the classroom they need for maintaining more  positive  relationships with adolescents and ultimately for  a happier, healthier lifestyle. There was something for everyone!"

 – Sandra Antonutti, Vice Principal – Loyola Catholic Secondary


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"I've been seeing Jo-Anne for 9 months now and I can honestly say I've grown so much in this time, which I could not have done without her. Her unique style of counselling has helped me to not just deal with problems, but stop them from being problems in the first place. I (and my family) have noticed a distinct change in the way I react to others since I started working with Jo-Anne. I believe I am a different, happier, more balanced person. I've learned to trust my instincts and my emotions, and that I am only responsible for my own happiness, not the happiness of others.  Jo-Anne can start your or your family's life on a new path of positivity, self-love & appreciation, and general happiness with your life. You will watch yourself transform as you unload the negative emotions you've been carrying around with you all these years. You have no idea the possibilities that lie ahead when you've allowed that negativity to become a part of your past."

– A.S. 19 years old

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"Our sessions with Jo-Anne were certainly an eye-opener for us. She provided guidance towards achieving and maintaining happiness, peace, forgiveness and love within ourselves as individuals, and within our marital relationship. 
We are grateful to have had the opportunity to work with such a talented and driven person who seems to have been the answer to our prayers."

 –M & S -  Married Couple of 8 years with two young children

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"I began working with Jo-Anne to help me develop a stronger business sense, but by the end I had developed a stronger inner self too, seeing how professional and personal issues are interconnected.  She provided a warm, caring, and non-judgmental environment that gave me the courage to face personal challenges. I enjoyed working with Jo-Anne and continue to use and share the strategies that she taught me with my own clients." 

 – Amanda Bacchus, M.S.W., Individual, Couple and Family Therapist-

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"I started seeing Jo-Anne initially because I felt like I had lost my direction in life. Through her patience, understanding, and excellent listening skills, she helped me to first find out what was really bothering me, and then, gently and consistently, to start living my life from a place of strength instead of fear.

I thoroughly recommend Jo-Anne’s coaching to anyone ready for a new direction, but not sure either what that new direction is, or how to make it happen."

– M.D. client

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"Jo-Anne has been an inspirational, positive role model for our agency. She exemplifies dedication and commitment. Jo-Anne truly is a positive change agent and a pleasure to work with."

 – Caseworker, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel

 
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"I have spent years in psychotherapy and have seen more results in just 10 sessions. Thank you Jo-Anne!"

– Darcel de Sylva, 50 years young, Certified Nia and Yoga Instructor