Colleen is a licensed psychotherapist with over 45 years of clinical experience across a variety of settings including inpatient and outpatient mental health, crisis intervention, specialized trauma programs, education, and private practice. She also provides clinical consultation, training, and supervision to professionals and agencies in the helping field. Additionally, Colleen teaches at Centennial College, Toronto Metropolitan University, and Simon Fraser University. 

Colleen serves as the Director of Program Development & Advisory Services for the Tema Foundation. Since 2019, she has co-developed a Mental Health & Wellness in the Workplace training curriculum for St. John Ambulance, Canada; co-created the PPE for Your Mind four-part educational video series for those working the Frontlines; co-developed a 15-micro credential program called Open Mind: Mental Health and Wellness for Frontline Professionals for Humber College; created a 5-week mental health and wellness course for Journalists students at Humber College; and co-created another Mental Health Training for Managers for St. John Ambulance National Office. 

Her passion, commitment, and dedication to helping others are what keep her striving forward to make life easier for those who need support.