Our Therapists
Find the right fit for your family and your children’s needs.
Shannon Holmes
Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Play Therapist
Sonia Nicolucci
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Yasmin Yusuf
Registered Psychotherapist
Shannon Holmes M.A., RP, CPT
Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Play Therapist
Hello! I’m Shannon Holmes
Registered Psychotherapist, Certified Play Therapist
My interest in helping others started in high school when working at a daycare with a child who was diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome. I started my career as a child and youth worker in an Assessment Receiving Group Home for the Children’s Aid Society. I then left the group home setting and worked for the School Board.
I started as a school-wide behaviour specialist. I strongly feel that all individuals have the potential to be successful, just for some there are more struggles. I firmly believe that investing time in another individual can leave a lasting impression on them and/or be what they need to see their inner success.
I mainly work with children and adolescents, but counselling for adults is available too.
Client Focus Age
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
Children (6 to 10)
Preteens / Tweens (11 to 13)
Masters of Arts in Practice Based Play Therapy
Honours Bachelor of Art in Psychology
Post Graduate Certificate and Diploma in Play Therapy
Child and Youth Worker diploma
Certificate in Clinical Traumatology
Shannon’s Story and Skills
My Story
Once I began to learn more about play therapy, I realized it truly placed the child at the centre of the therapy, and focused on their goals and making them successful within themselves.
This goes in line with my values and my passion for helping others.
We are all capable of success, we have the obstacle of finding out our path and having the strength and support to follow it.
All individuals know what they need, but get weighed down by other things in life. Having someone there to support you in expressing what you need is a key to success.
My Approach
The first step is getting to know your child and understand the caregiver’s concerns as well. We first do a detailed intake where we try and get as many relevant details as possible. The next step is to review all this information and start some sessions with the child to get a deeper understanding.
We then begin to work with the child using a directive or non-directive approach as appropriate. Throughout the sessions we keep the caregivers informed and discuss how the caregivers can continue to work with the child at home as needed.
Sonia Nicolucci
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Hello! I’m Sonia Nicolucci
Sonia’s formal schooling started at Ryerson University achieving a Bachelor of Applied Science in the discipline of Nutrition and Food.
After working in the field of Nutrition for some time, her focus and priority turned to family. Being a new mom in a world filled with advice and skepticism, she decided to attend a parenting seminar. Seeing and experiencing hands-on how Adlerian-based parenting was making a difference in her growing family of now three boys, she decided to become a Certified Parent Educator. Facilitating seminars for parents and teachers along with individual and group sessions, Sonia strives to support families and schools.
Sonia continued her education in the field of Adlerian Therapy and obtained a Master’s Degree in Adlerian Counseling and Psychotherapy from the Adler Graduate School in Minnesota. Supporting the entire family has been one of Sonia’s primary goals. Obtaining a Diploma from Play Therapy UK/International completes the therapeutic circle, assisting parents, children and teens.
Sonia’s passions do not only reside in supporting families. Combining her array of skills along with the new technology of Neurotrack-X, Sonia champions athlete on and off the court.
Client Focus Age:
Toddlers/Preschoolers: (1 to 6)
Children: (6 to 10)
Preteens/Tweens: (11 to 13)
Master’s Degree in Adlerian Counseling and Psychotherapy
Diploma from Play Therapy UK/International
Yasmin Yusuf
Registered Psychotherapist
Hello! I’m Yasmin Yusuf
Yasmin is a compassionate and dedicated Registered Psychotherapist specializing in the mental health and emotional well-being of children, youth and young adults.
She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Studies and a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology, with experience working in child care centres, schools, autism programs, behavioural therapy services, shelter services, and community programs.
Her passion lies in helping young individuals navigate life’s challenges while building confidence and emotional resilience.
Believing that everyone has the potential to grow from surviving to thriving, Yasmin takes a strength-based, trauma-informed, culturally sensitive approach to therapy.
She integrates play-based learning and talk therapy to create a safe, engaging space for children experiencing emotional, social, and behavioural challenges.
Her approach is deeply collaborative and client-centred, reminding clients “You are the driver of your journey – I am here as a supportive passenger, helping you find your path.”
Through warmth, understanding and tailored therapeutic interventions, Yasmin empowers young individuals to express themselves, develop coping skills, and build a strong foundation for lifelong wellbeing.
Client Focus Age:
Toddlers/Preschoolers: (1 to 6)
Children: (6 to 10)
Preteens/Tweens: (11 to 13)
Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology
Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Studies
"The therapist aids the child in their exploration by reacting in a specific manner."
Let’s Work Together!
Quick Connect
(905) -230-5555