Leadership Teams

Antonio holds a Psychology Degree and has been involved in the ABI field for over 25 years. Antonio’s tenure with Mind Forward includes Front Line work as a Client Program Facilitator, Team Leader, and Case Manager before moving into a Management role where he managed almost all programs and/or services at one time or another.

Ashley is Mind Forward’s Clinical Services Manager, Program Manager for Outreach Services, Ombudsperson and Privacy Officer. In addition to these roles, Ashley is also the ABI System Navigator for the Mississauga Halton and Central West regions. She has worked in the field of ABI for 20 years and has served in many roles across the organization. Ashley’s vast knowledge, experience and dedication to strengthening community relationships, policy adherence, intake management and conflict resolution practices serve as an essential piece of her drive and focus to ensure quality care.

Jessie serves as the Program Manager for TRSL and Windsor Hill at Mind Forward Brain Injury Services, bringing a decade of experience. Her background includes roles such as Case Manager and Psychosocial Group Leader, along with work supporting individuals with brain injuries, mental health challenges, addictions, and homelessness. Jessie specializes in fostering resilience through psychosocial and holistic practices while pursuing initiatives that strengthen community engagement. This blend of clinical expertise and creative innovation drives Jessie’s commitment to enhancing client care and advancing organizational growth.

Kannan has been supporting and treating individuals with acquired brain injuries (ABI) since 1996. He began his journey as a part-time support worker with Brain Injury Community Re-Entry (BICR) Niagara while completing his Bachelor’s degree in Community Health Sciences. Kannan continued working at BICR until 2002, after which he pursued a Master’s of Science in Physiotherapy, graduating in 2005. He then spent several years at a Neuro-Rehabilitation Hospital in Texas, where he treated individuals with spinal cord injuries, strokes, cardiac conditions, and other neurological diagnoses. In 2017, Kannan joined PHDABIS (now Mind Forward), focusing on improving clients’ quality of life through comprehensive rehabilitation programs addressing both physical and mental health.

Phil is the Program Manager for Assisted Living North, which includes the sites Britannia and Conover.  Phil prides himself in providing the best quality of life for the clients, and ensuring engaging and fulfilling experiences are had by clients and staff.  Phil has a background in entrepreneurial experiences, an education in Psychology, and has managed teams for over 15 years.

Dorothy is a Registered Psychotherapist through the College of Registered Psychotherapies of Ontario. Dorothy has over 20 years of experience working directly with ABI persons as well as their caregivers. Dorothy is a strong advocate for providing the best supports and care for brain injury persons and their loved ones, and is dedicated to providing psychoeducation individually, in groups, as well as through workshops. When providing psychotherapy to clients and caregivers the modalities that Dorothy utilizes in her work are: CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy), ACT (Acceptance Commitment Therapy), MI (Motivational Interviewing), SFT (Solution Focused Therapy), Mindfulness, and EMDR. Dorothy’s greatest passion is helping others achieve their greatest potential to improve their quality of life.

Mariana oversees the Supported Independent Living (SIL) and Seniors Programs at Mind Forward Brain Injury Services. With over a decade of experience in the Acquired Brain Injury sector, Mariana excels at mentorship, creating connections and motivating her team members to achieve their highest potential. With a background in social work, Mariana’s passion and devotion to the non-profit community is evident in the many leadership roles she has held across several organizational service streams. Her dynamic leadership style combined with her strong sense of commitment to community fosters an environment of inclusivity, creativity, vulnerability and advocacy. Mariana has a deep appreciation for how non-profits seek to improve the quality of life for clients and regions, one program at a time.

Angela is the Senior Operational Administrator for Mindforward. Angela has been with Mindforward for 15 years. Angela has supported the agency within different areas including: Human Resources, scheduling and Clinical. Angela oversees the West building functions and supports the site Manger with day to day Administrative duties.

Barb is the Executive Administrative within Human Resources and has been with Mind Forward for over 20 years.  Being a contributing part of facilitating a healthy, respectful and happy work environment for all staff has always been a focus in Barbs’ role.  This ultimately translates into contributing to the best possible service for the vulnerable population that we serve.

Jennifer brings over 25 years of experience working in the field of behavioural science, education and recreation  to support children, teens and adults with neurodiverse needs. Her skills in organization and planning enable her to effectively manage daily operations, ensuring smooth administrative processes and optimal service delivery. Passionate about helping others reach their full potential, she is committed to creating environments where individuals can thrive, with a focus on providing personalized care and enhancing quality of life. Jennifer’s ability to balance operational efficiency with a compassionate, people-centered approach has been key to her success in this field.

Hayley is Program Manager for Mind Forward West Assisted Living Program in Oakville. Hayley has worked in the social and community services field for over a decade, starting with Mind Forward as a placement student before being hired on fulltime. Hayley has served the agency in several roles including residential and community case management, and Clinical Services Coordinator. As Program Manager she is responsible for overseeing the development, coordination and delivery of programs and services aimed at enhancing the wellbeing and quality of life for individuals served. Hayley works closely with staff, families, and clinicians to ensure that individualized care plans meet the high and complex needs of the clients. Her role involves managing day to day operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and overseeing the implementation of neurorehabilitative programming that promotes social, physical and emotional health. With a focus on compassionate care, the Program Manager plays a key role in fostering a supportive environment for both clients and staff.