CLINIC DIRECTOR:

CLINICAL & RESEARCH PSYCHOLOGIST, BEHAVIOURAL NEUROSCIENTIST

Dr. Coppa is a trained Clinical Psychologist, Research Psychologist, and Behavioural Neuroscientist (a scientist who studies and applies the principles of biology to the study of the physiological, genetic, and developmental mechanisms of behaviour).  Dr. Coppa completed a Ph.D. doctoral degree at McMaster University in Psychology and Behavioural Neuroscience, after her previous Honours Bachelor of Science (University of Toronto) and Masters (Wilfrid Laurier University) degrees in the same disciplines.  This was followed by a Post-Doctoral Fellowship at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), a clinical internship in private practice, then clinical supervision by a group of independent Psychologists under the guidance and regulatory framework of the College of Psychologists of Ontario. Dr. Coppa has also been clinical lecturer and researcher at CAMH, University of Toronto, Wilfrid Laurier University, Ryerson University, and McMaster University, and creator of psychoeducation workshops for schools, school boards, and regional police units.  Dr. Coppa has also served as board member on various community mental health organizations, including St. Leonard's Community Services and RPlaces in Brantford, Ontario.  Dr. Coppa assesses and treats children, adolescents and adults according to their individual needs, and works collaboratively with other regulated health care professionals.  Dr. Coppa’s extensive training in clinical practice, psychology, and neuroscience allows her to provide combined approaches and psychotherapies in assisting her clients to address many problems.   Dr Coppa also provides clinical supervision to Clinical Psychologists and Psychological Associates in training who provide assessment and treatment services at Coppa Care.  Dr. Coppa is a registered member in good standing of the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysits of Ontario (CPBAO),  Ontario Psychological Association (OPA), and the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA).  

PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATE

Ms. Okafor is an empathetic and dedicated clinician who provides assessment and evidence-based treatment services to adults and psychometry services to children, adolescents, and adults, under the direct supervision of Dr. Coppa.  She is  registered with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO) as a Psychological Associate, and is pursuing doctoral studies. Ms. Okafor earned her Bachelour degree in Psychology from Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Nigeria and her Master's degree in Clinical Psychology at the University of Lagos, Nigeria. Prior to joining Coppa Care, Ms. Okafor worked at the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital in Lagos, Nigeria. She was also a founder and director of Wellness-Solution Psychological Services, Lagos, Nigeria. 

Following this Ms. Okafor completed a supervised practice period required by the CPBAO under the supervision of Dr. Coppa, which included providing multiple evidence-based treatments to a broad range of mental health issues; psychological assessments; and, successfuly passing rigourous jurisprudence and ethics, psychology, and oral examinations.  Ms. Okafor has a wide range of professional experience in caring for persons with various life challenges. She provides individualized and client centred psychological interventions in a compassionate and non-judgmental manner. Ms. Okafor is an active member of several professional organizations including the American Psychological Association (APA), Nigerian Psychological Association (NPA), Nigerian Association of Clinical Psychologists (NACP), International Society of Substance Use Professionals (ISSUP), Ontario Psychological Association (OPA), and Canadian Psychological Association (CPA). 

Ms. Okafor offers services in both English and Igbo languages.

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR  

CLINIC COORDINATOR

Ms. Nair is our care coordinator expert. Prior to joining Coppa Care she worked at the Bay and College Physiotherapy clinic in Toronto as a Clinic Assistant Manager where she gained experience with clients struggling with physical and mental distress. In this role she assisted on-call psychologists who provided both assessment and treatment services.  Ms. Nair has also completed volunteer placements at various mental health institutions as a part of her studies. During this period she developed a keen interest in psychology and helping others in need regardless of age and gender.  Ms. Nair is currently enrolled in a B.Sc.N. program at McMaster University in order to register as a registered nurse, and plans to pursue nurse practitioner training after that. Ms. Nair's knowledge combined with her positivity and understanding will ensure that your interactions with Coppa Care are defined by caring professionalism.  As a valued and integral member of the Coppa Care team Ms. Nair's goal is to support our clinicians in serving you better.