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Meet Your Team

About Us

Our dedicated team at FFEW is led by our founder, Dr. Zia Lakdawalla, a clinical psychologist committed to children’s emotional health and wellness. Alongside Dr. Lakdawalla, we have a diverse group of professionals, including registered psychotherapists and social workers, each bringing unique expertise and a passion for supporting families.

Our team provides a comprehensive range of services, from early intervention to parent and child emotional regulation support.  We are united by our goal to create a supportive and nurturing environment, empowering families to build resilience and achieve emotional well-being. Get in touch with us to discover how we can help your family thrive.

Our Clinical Team

dr zia lakdawalla

Zia Lakdawalla

Ph.D., C.Psych.

Director, Child Psychologist

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lana zinck

Dr. Lana Zinck

Ph.D., C. Psych.

Registered Psychologist

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dr tamara meixner

Dr. Tamara Meixner

Ph.D., C. Psych.

Registered Psychologist

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cassandra harmsen

Cassandra Harmsen

M.A., Ph.D Candidate

Clinical Therapist

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ola obaro

Ola Obaro

M.A. in Clinical Psychology

Registered Psychotherapist

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charlotte johnston

Charlotte Johnston

M.S.W., R.S.W.

Registered Social Worker

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jaydon frid

Jaydon Frid

M.S.W., R.S.W.

Registered Social Worker

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heather leeanne mcdonald

Heather Leeanne McDonald

M.A. in Clinical Psychology

Registered Psychotherapist

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katherine benvenuto

Katherine Benvenuto 

M.A., Ph.D Candidate

Clinical Therapist – Student Intern

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Marcy McGaw

M.S.W., R.S.W.

Registered Social Worker

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Our Administrative Team

tiffany knight

Tiffany Knight

Administrative Assistant

Intake Coordinator

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bronwyn ueberholz

Bronwyn Ueberholz

Intake Coordinator

Intake Coordinator

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chiara fabrizi

Chiara Fabrizi

Administrative Assistant

Intake Coordinator

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