Our Team

Overcome the emotional mountains in your life with the help of experienced, kind and understanding professionals. We are here to give you the support and advice you need to work through difficulty and move forward with your life.

At the office of Valley View Therapy and Assessment Inc., we understand that every person and family is unique. Your emotional and developmental challenges require a personal assessment and treatment that reflects your specific needs. If you require psychological services including PTSD counselling in Chilliwack, we have the experience and education necessary to guide you through treatment. We pledge to work with you to discover the solution that is right for you whether you are an adult, teenager, senior citizen, or young child.

Contact us right away and get the help you need.

Registered Psychologists

Dr. Sarah Patrick – Owner/ Registered Psychologist

Dr. Patrick, registered with The College of Psychologists of British Columbia, is a clinician trained in Clinical Psychology. She provides treatment and assessment to people of all ages with a variety of concerns. She has focused her training in a number of areas, such as family conflict, trauma, relationship issues, mental health concerns, vocational assessment, and psychoeducational assessment.

Dr. D’Anne Howes – Registered Psychologist

Dr. D’Anne Howes has been a Registered Psychologist in British Columbia since 1998. She has worked in private practice and with organizations such as Health Canada for over 20 years. In her early years, she worked at Orion Health providing intake, assessment and medical/psychological reports, and treatment for client’s suffering from chronic pain. Focal areas included: interdisciplinary case management; individual therapy, biofeedback; mindfulness/relaxation training; pain management; psycho-educational groups; and return to work planning and implementation.

Dr. D’Anne utilizes various different treatment strategies including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Cognitive Processing Therapy and is also trained in EMDR, which is successfully utilized for post-traumatic stress disorder recovery.

Dr. D’Anne has experience working with veterans, first responders and military personnel including RCMP. She also provides psychological treatment for family issues- including effective parenting, teens, adults, and those exploring gender identity and transition.

Dr. D’Anne’s clinical focus has evolved to include a holistic and interdisciplinary focus on treatment, which examines all aspects of a person’s life that play a role in promoting physical and mental wellness. In her clinical practice, she specializes in injury recovery, depression, anxiety, stress/trauma, PTSD, adjustment to parenting, women’s health, marriage counselling, chronic disease/pain management, and geriatric care.

Dr. Sean Butler – Registered Psychologist

Dr. Sean Butler is a Registered Psychologist with the College of Psychologists of BC. He received his Ph.D in Clinical Psychology from Simon Fraser University and completed his predoctoral residency with Vancouver Coastal Health. He has specialized experience in providing treatment for adults and adolescents with a range of mental health difficulties, including depression, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, social anxiety, emotion regulation problems, and grief and loss.

Dr. Butler’s approach to treatment is individualized, collaborative, and evidence-based, drawing upon his clinical training in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). This means working with people to understand their life history, current concerns, strengths, and goals in treatment. This also means providing therapy that is well-matched to a person’s needs and that has been shown to be effective in treating similar difficulties using high-quality research studies.

Dr. MELANIE OLIVEIRA, PSY.D. – Registered Psychologist

Dr. Oliveira has a Psy.D in Clinical Psychology and is registered with the College of Psychologists of BC. Dr. Oliveira provides psychotherapy, counselling, and psychological assessment. Some areas of interest include gender identity and trauma work.

Jenn Ronald, M.Sc. – Registered Psychologist

Jenn is a Registered Psychologist with a Masters in Science. She provides assessment services to individuals of all ages, with a specific focus in vocational assessments, diagnostic assessments, and psychoeducational assessments. Jenn also offers supervision to those who provide assessment services.

Dr. Francois Botha, Ph.D. – Registered Psychologist

Dr. Botha has a Ph.D. and is a Registered Psychologist. He provides psychological assessment services, with a specific focus in educational, diagnostic, and vocational assessments.

Clinical Assessors

Dr. Victor Mak, PSY.D. – Assessment Specialist

Dr. Mak has a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. He has several years of experience in assessment and therapy, and currently focuses his work on the assessment of adults presenting with a variety of concerns.

Manroop (Roopie) Mann, BA – Assessment Specialist

Roopie is currently working to complete her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. She has several years of experience providing assessment to children and adults with a range of concerns, and her internship is focused on support children, youth, and their families.

Laura Hobek, M.Ed. – Assessment Specialist

Laura earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Simon Fraser University, where she also obtained a teaching certificate equipping her with valuable insights into instructional strategies and classroom dynamics. Driven by her desire to make a more significant impact on the lives of students with learning differences, Laura pursued a Master of Education degree in School and Applied Child Psychology from the University of Calgary. Her professional experience spans several years as a practicing school psychologist in public schools in British Columbia. Throughout her career, she has gained valuable insights into the unique challenges students face in their academic journeys. By conducting thorough assessments and collaborating with teachers, parents, and other professionals, Laura has helped individuals gain a deeper understanding of their learning strengths, weaknesses, and unique needs.

Maureen Toth, B.ED., M.ED. – Assessment Specialist

Maureen has a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Victoria with a major in Special Education and a Masters of Education in School Psychology from the University of Calgary. She specializes in helping people who struggle with cognitive, academic, and social-emotional issues. Maureen has worked with children and families in the public school system for nearly 40 years and is passionate about helping people.

DALE PRETTY, B.ED., M.ED. – ASSESSMENT SPECIALIST

Dale has a Bachelor of Education degree from Memorial University of Newfoundland. He taught Special Education for 10 years prior to obtaining his Master of Education in Applied Child & School Psychology from the University of Calgary. Dale also works as a School Psychologist with over 12 years experience in the BC public school system. Dale is passionate about uncovering the strengths of young people that allows them to reach their full potential.

Registered Clinical Counsellors

Marisa Lawrence, M.A., Registered Clinical Counsellor

Operating from an Attachment-based, Trauma-informed and somatic expression lens, Marisa employs an integrative framework that blends different therapeutic modalities based on individual needs and preferences. She endeavors to help her clients discover the roots of their suffering and develop growth, resilience, and core competencies to overcome past traumas and maladaptive coping mechanisms. She meets her clients where they are, developing a therapeutic relationship based on trust and empathy.

As she holds both a Master’s Degree in Counselling and her 200 hr Yoga Teacher Training, Marisa brings a unique blend of body & mind into her sessions, offering clinical counselling in conjunction with both breathwork and somatic experiencing through yoga and meditation.

Whether your session finds you in deep-dive discussion or wordless on the mat, (sometimes in the same session!) Marisa strives above all to provide her clients a safe, supportive, and compassionate space.

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Coming soon!

Marisa is thrilled to be offering group workshops with yoga, meditation, and breathwork for a full range of somatic expression. Details to follow.

Victoria Fleming, MA, Registered Clinical Counsellor

Victoria is a Registered Clinical Counsellor offering individual and couples counselling. She has a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology and has worked in both public and private sectors. Victoria takes a strengths-based, person-centered approach and is well versed in evidence based therapeutic methods such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectic Behaviour Therapy, and Existential Therapy. Victoria has completed occupational awareness training for therapists working with first responders endorsed by the British Columbia Professional Fire Fighters Association, as well as trauma informed practice training with the Canadian Police Knowledge Network.

Emily Masse, MA, RCC, Clinical Counsellor

Emily is a counsellor supporting individuals, couples, children, and families in the Fraser Valley. Born and raised in the region, she currently resides in Chilliwack with her partner and two children. Emily has over five years of experience working with children, parents, and families, providing therapeutic support, education, and connection.

Emily takes an attachment-focused, humanistic, and strengths-based approach to counselling, creating a warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental therapeutic space. She is trained in Child-Centered Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, Parent–Child Relationship Therapy, and attachment-centered play-based approaches, and works closely with caregivers to strengthen relationships, build confidence, and support secure attachment.

In her work with individuals and couples, Emily draws from Emotionally Focused Therapy (individual and couples), Person-Centered Therapy, and Existential Therapy. She is also competent in integrating Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy based on client goals. Emily is passionate about supporting clients in fostering authenticity, meaningful connection, and emotional wellbeing through compassionate, developmentally attuned care.

Jodi Ann Neetz, M.A. Canadian Certified Counsellor

Hello, my name is Jodi Ann, a Canadian Certified Counsellor with over two decades of experience in school and community mental health supporting children, families, and adults move from feelings of overwhelm to clarity and confidence. My approach is compassionate, playful, strengths-based, and evidence-informed—blending CBT, DBT, expressive arts, mindfulness, and play-based therapeutic approaches to support you or your child’s overall healing, growth, and emotional well-being.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to turn, you do not have to face it alone. I’m Jodi Ann, a Canadian Certified Counsellor with over 20 years of experience supporting children, teens, adults, and families through life’s challenges and celebrations. I also hold a Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care and a Citation in Working with Street-Entrenched Youth, with a focus on holistic mental health.

Throughout my career, I’ve supported clients in schools, community mental health programs, youth shelters, parenting programs, work experience initiatives, and private practice. These diverse experiences shaped my collaborative, trauma-informed, strength-focused approach and my belief that learning and healing occur when people feel safe, supported, empowered and having fun.

I support individuals navigating personal struggles, relationship challenges, parenting pressures, neurodevelopmental differences, school struggles, and life transitions. My counselling style is warm, relational, and grounded in the understanding that every person holds gifts talents and a unique story. I meet you where you are, offering a compassionate, steady presence as we explore what you need to feel better, grow, and thrive.

I integrate evidence-based approaches such as family systems, CBT, DBT, attachment theory, mindfulness, expressive arts, and play-based interventions—into a holistic practice that builds resilience and emotional balance. I also embrace the healing power of play, which supports learning and healthy development at all ages and stages. My aim is to help my clients reconnect with their strengths, build confidence, and move toward a life that feels more grounded, balanced, and fulfilling.

Outside of counselling, I am a proud mom, nature-lover, creative adventurous spirit, and animal enthusiast—parts of my life that keep me centered and allow me to show up authentically for the people I support.

Reaching out takes courage. When you are ready, I would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey.

Administration

Cathy Gniwodda – Administrative Assistant

Cathy is the first person you meet when entering the office. She will help in any way she can to make your experience here comfortable. Her extensive work in the medical field for many years allows her to connect to people in need and treat everyone with respect and understanding.

Students

Kirsten Sudbury-Graham, MA, Registered Clinical Counsellor and Doctoral Practicum Student

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (#16708) with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors and a PhD student in Clinical Psychology. I provide therapy for individuals, couples, and families aged 16 and older. I bring clinical insight and experience to our work together, but meaningful change happens when therapy is grounded in your perspective, values, and goals. My role is to help you understand what’s happening and support you in making changes that move you forward.

My therapeutic work draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and systems-informed approaches. Regardless of the approach we choose, I recognize that we all bring our own history, traumas, and fears. Together, we will find strategies that are meaningful and effective for you.

In addition to working with a broad range of mental health concerns and life challenges, I have specialized training and experience in:

Neurodivergence: I support neurodivergent individuals—particularly those with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and learning differences—alongside co-occurring challenges such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. My neuro-affirming approach fosters self-understanding, emotional regulation, and improved functioning in school, work, and relationships.

Substance Use and Compulsive Behaviours: I work with individuals exploring the roots of substance use and behaviours such as gambling, disordered eating, compulsive sexual behaviour, or digital overuse. I take a curious, non-judgmental approach, seeing these behaviours as adaptations to distress, shaped by both neurobiology and life experience. Together, we build insight and develop more sustainable coping strategies.

Psychological Injury and Workplace Stress: I support individuals navigating psychological injury, burnout, and return-to-work challenges. With a background in human resources and disability management, I bring a practical, systems-informed lens to the intersection of mental health and occupational functioning.

*Kirsten is a doctoral practicum student who is working with Valley View Therapy & Assessment until August 31, 2026, under the supervision of Dr. Sarah Patrick and Jenn Ronald, Registered Psychologists. Kirsten is providing both therapy and assessment during this time.*

Individuals with appropriate training to complete assessments but who are not a Registered Psychologist, are supervised by a Registered Psychologist. As a result, you will benefit from the expertise and training of both your clinician and their supervisor. The supervisory details will be discussed with you during the consent process. Should you have any concerns or would like more information before your appointment, please contact the office to discuss further.