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Mental health is a critical aspect of the work we all do, whether as police officers or civilian employees, as we face high-stress situations and unique challenges that can impact our well-being. As your Association, we are committed to advocating for the mental health and well-being of all our members, regardless of role, because we believe that every one of us plays a vital part in our collective success. Supporting one another and maintaining our esprit de corps is essential to both our personal lives and professional performance. If you ever need support, we encourage you to explore the resources below. (in Progress)
Areas of Specialty include; Anxiety and Panic, Coping Skills and Self Esteem, Dealing with Difficult Health Diagnoses and Support for Chronic Diseases, Depression, Grief and Loss PTSD and Trauma, Stress Management, and Emergency Responders (i.e. Police Officers, Fire Fighters, Paramedics, Nurses and ER personnel)
2057 Lakeshore Rd
Sarnia
(226) 886-0143
A Certified Disaster & Emergency Manager with IAEM in addition to considerable operational experience during the Wabasca Fires (2015), Horse River Fire (2016), Alberta Spring Flooding (2018) and COVID-19 Pandemic (2020-2021), Kristen has a strong understanding of para-military organizations, and uses this experience to assist first responders in reaching a greater state of well-being.
Thrive Psychological Services
805 Christina st N
Suite 205
226-457-2102
Client focus is Adults, Families, Adolescents, First Responders & Front Line Workers with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD,Grief and loss, Problem Gambling, Problematic Internet Use, Dependency Issues, Operational Stress Injuries, Moral Injury, Compassion Fatigue, Vicarious Trauma, Behavioral and Process Issues and Recovery Management.
546 Christina St N, 404
Sarnia
Email: frontlinecounsellingservices@gmail.com
Text or call: (519)-918-9499
Areas of interest and specialization are trauma/PTSD, anxiety and depression, workplace issues, women’s issues, and services for children and youth as well as: Anger Management, Anxiety, Chronic Illness, Coping Skills, Depression, Divorce, Grief, Infertility, LGBTQ2+, Life Coaching, Life Transitions, Parenting, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, School Issues, Self Esteem, Stress, Transgender, Women's Issues.
Personal Growth and Wellness Centre
265 Front St N, unit 411
Sarnia
226-773-5375
Innate passion for educating, empowering, and engaging with today’s youth, and uses her work to raise awareness and advocate for topics that unfortunately continue to be stigmatized and misunderstood, such as mental health, trauma, and substance use.
Rapids Family Health
1150 Pontiac Dr
Sarnia
519-339-8949
Online available
Specialties include grief, anxiety and relationship issues and deals with issues such as Alcohol Use,Anger Management, Career Decisions, Career Guidance, Coping Skills, Depression, Divorce, Emotional Disturbance, Family Conflict, Life Transitions, Marital and Premarital, Men's Issues, Peer Relationships, Self Esteem, Stress, Substance Use, Trauma and PTSD, Work Disruption.
Beach Grove Counselling
701 Rossland Rd E unit 640
Whitby
289-638-8699
Deals with a broad range of psychological, interpersonal, emotional, social and behavioural problems and is committed to a highly collaborative model of psychology in which patients take an active role in the therapeutic process (via homework assignments) establishing goals, values and priorities
1433 London Rd, Clinic 301
Sarnia
519-337-8601
Clinical psychologist who assesses and treats all sectors affected by workplace adversity/trauma. He has worked extensively with the police, EMS, fire fighters, Veterans, Canadian Forces Members, as well as civilians with posttraumatic stress disorder, associated anxiety and mood disorders, and chronic pain.
10927 Oxbow Dr
Komoka
519-204-1806
Clinical interests are in the area of treating anxiety and depression, addressing mental health issues in the workplace and at the postsecondary level, trauma counselling, and psychoeducational assessments for learning disabilities and ADHD. He has a particular interest in the development of resilience and “grit” as a key element in assisting individuals to help overcome their particular challenges.
547 Devonshire Rd, Windsor
226-221-8440
Phone/online meeting available.
Clinical, forensic, and rehabilitation psychologist who focuses on trauma through her work with first responders (e.g., paramedics, firefighters, police officers, communications officers, corrections officers, military personnel), victims, and criminal offenders.
500 Maplestone Ave, Barrie
1-705-737-0888
Registered Social Worker and certified EMDR therapist who specializes in the treatment of trauma, PTSD, complex trauma, and dissociation. EMDRIA Approved Consultant. Works with children, adolescents, and adults. First Nations and Inuit Health Branch approved therapist.
Centre for Trauma and Stress
434 Christina St N
519-336-1329
Please See Atached Memo from President Gavin Armstrong regarding the recent news about OPP Costing Motions
Please see attached announcement from President Armstrong:
As per the passed motion from Sister Carter at the General Meeting on September 25, 2025, attached are the results of the member wellness survey conducted in 2024.
Should you have questions, please direct them to a member of the SPA Board of Directors.
A recent decision from the Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal (WSIAT) affirms the vital importance of Ontario’s presumptive PTSD legislation for first responders.
In Decision No. 460/25, a veteran police officer diagnosed with PTSD was initially denied WSIB benefits, with the Board citing disciplinary and personal stressors as the cause. On appeal, the Tribunal ruled in favour of the officer, confirming that decades of cumulative trauma from frontline policing remained a significant contributing factor to his condition — and that the legal presumption of entitlement was not rebutted.
This outcome underscores the need to ensure our systems properly protect those who serve our communities, regardless of workplace conflict or delays in seeking help.
Thank you to Michelle Zare for her exceptional advocacy on behalf of our members.
📄 Read the full decision: Click Here
"Upholding the presumptive PTSD legislation is an important victory in protecting the rights of all first responders in Ontario.
This highlights the continuous effort and hard work by the POA and Police Associations across the province just like ours."
Fraternally,
Gavin Armstrong
President, SPA
