Rodea obtained her Masters of Nursing Degree at Ryerson University and subsequently completed the Post-Masters Nurse Practitioner Program at University of Toronto. Being an Advanced Practice Nurse, she joins Field Trip Health with over 13 years of nursing experience in acute care, ambulatory, and community settings. She has also obtained the Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing Certification from the Canadian Nurses Association.

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Sarah is a Registered Social Worker who holds a Master of Social Work from University of Toronto, with a specialisation in health and mental health. She has worked in different community-based mental health agencies in Toronto and has also pursued certification in Trauma-Informed Yoga.

Sarah brings an intuitive, compassionate curiosity to her approach as a therapist, equipped with an air of playfulness. Her approach is holistic and integrative, honouring the whole person and blending aspects of Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Somatic and Mindfulness-based approaches. She honours the wisdom inherent to each individual client and the interconnection between body-mind-spirit. Sarah is deeply passionate about psychedelics and non-ordinary states of consciousness. Her professional and personal lived experiences working with non-ordinary states have deepened her conviction in their potential to act as catalysts for accessing inner wisdom, creativity, and healing.

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Jay Esguerra is a Nurse Practitioner (Primary Health Care). He completed his Masters in Nursing in 2021 and his Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2007, both at the University of Toronto. His nursing experience includes working with the Multi-Organ Transplant Program at the University Health Network and with Home & Community Care with Ontario Health.

In addition to working with Field Trip, Jay’s NP experience includes working in shelters with the homeless and refugee populations. Jay is a true believer that optimal mental health and spirituality can heal the body. Jay is excited to be part of Field Trip Health and hopes to increase awareness of the healing-potential of psychedelics.

Jay Esguerra is a Nurse Practitioner (Primary Health Care). He completed his Masters in Nursing i... Read More

Brian Fernandes is a dedicated and accomplished Registered Social Worker, recognized by the Ontario College of Social Workers, holding a Masters of Social Work from the University of Windsor. His extensive background encompasses aiding individuals grappling with Depression, Anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and Substance Use Disorders. Brian has devoted years to instilling hope within some of the most marginalised communities in and around the Greater Toronto Area, including at-risk youth, individuals experiencing homelessness, and refugees.

Employing a client-centred, strengths-based approach, Brian tailors his methods to the unique needs of each individual. Drawing from a diverse range of therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Approaches, and Motivational Interviewing, he ensures a personalised and effective intervention.

With a distinguished military service record, Brian served as a reservist Infantry Officer in the Canadian Armed Forces, achieving the rank of Captain. His firsthand understanding of the distinctive stressors faced by Veterans and First Responders fuels his commitment to providing Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy to this underserved population. Notably, Brian’s work with Veterans has been featured in “The Ketamine Breakthrough” by Dr. Mike Dow and Ronan Levy.

Brian has undergone additional specialised training, including MDMA-Assisted Psychotherapy Training with the Multidisciplinary Association of Psychedelic Studies, coupled with training in holotropic breathwork practices. Currently, he is preparing to contribute as a Therapist in upcoming clinical trials with Compass Pathways, investigating the potential of Psilocybin to address Treatment-Resistant Depression.

Beyond his professional pursuits, Brian is a fitness enthusiast engaging in weight lifting, running, and biking. His diverse interests span from travelling and scuba diving to the culinary arts. Passionate about the potential of psychedelics, Brian firmly believes in their capacity to offer solace to individuals struggling with chronic issues, viewing them as a valuable alternative to traditional therapeutic approaches. His dedication to exploring alternate healing modalities underscores his commitment to better serve and uplift others.

Brian Fernandes is a dedicated and accomplished Registered Social Worker, recognized by the Ontar... Read More

Joy, a seasoned Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of expertise in healthcare and dedicated her career to Mental Health and Geriatrics. She earned her Masters in Nursing/Nurse Practitioner degree in 2017 and has since spent 6 years excelling in the Mental Health field. Joy is certified in Mental Health and Addictions from the University of Toronto.

Beyond her role as a Nurse Practitioner, she is a certified yoga teacher with a deep passion for yoga, meditation, and mindful movement, recognizing their positive impact on wellness and healing. Embracing a holistic approach to patient care, Joy is eager to assist you in achieving your wellness goals.

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Rita Mannarino is a skilled and compassionate nurse practitioner with over two decades of nursing experience. She has always had a special interest in mental health issues, mindset and chronic pain and focuses on a holistic approach that focuses on mind, body and spirit. With advanced training and experience in a variety of settings including primary care, ICU/critical care, oncology, mental health and mindset coaching, pain and symptom management and palliative care, she is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate patient centered care that is focused on promoting mind and body wellness. Rita combines her clinical knowledge, empathetic and caring approach, and evidence-based practices to develop personalised treatment plans that empower her patients to achieve optimal physical and mental health to lead more fulfilling lives. Rita completed her Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner and her Master of Science in Nursing degree at Laurentian University. Prior to this she completed her Nursing Degree from Athabasca University after previously completing her nursing diploma from Sault College of Applied Arts and Technology. Rita has completed many certificate and advance training programs over the last two decades from various educational institutions in her constant pursuit to expand her knowledge and experience. Outside of work, Rita enjoys spending time at their cottage on Lake Superior with her husband, 2 dogs and their two grown children and their partners. Rita enjoys hiking, gardening, snowshoeing, going on adventures with her family and just being in nature.

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Rajveer is a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner. She has worked in the acute care setting as well as in the community, where her focus has always been to provide compassionate client-centred care. In the community she worked to serve marginalized populations, including indigenous and homeless individuals. Rajveer believes that optimal health requires a holistic approach in which there is balance within the mind, body, and spirit. She understands the impact of mental health challenges on individuals, families, and communities, and is passionate about helping individuals heal from deep-rooted patterns and traumas, in order to create lasting healing. In 2021, Rajveer completed Therapsil’s Psilocybin Practitioner Training for End-of Life care, where she gained deeper insight into the true healing potential of psychedelics. She is passionate about the work being done at Field Trip Health and the use of psychedelics to help individuals suffering from mental illness. She is optimistic about the direction and future of mental health care and excited to be contributing to this paradigm shift in the field.

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Richard is a compassionate and dynamic counsellor with over 15 years of progressive and innovative mental health and addiction counselling in the social services, clinical, and community-based environment. Richard holds a Master of Social Work degree from University of Toronto in Mental Health and Health stream, and a Bachelor of Social Work from Toronto Metropolitan University, laying a solid groundwork for his clinical proficiency.

Richard works with diverse marginalized communities including individuals with mental health challenges and disorders, substance users, street-involved and homeless, 2SLGBTQ+, people living with HIV, and sex workers. Richard’s therapeutic approach is eclectic, drawing from existential, emotionally focused, psychodynamic, and queer-affirming therapy. He integrates these with a strong foundation in anti-oppressive, harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and spirituality, always aiming to foster his clients’ strengths and inner healing intelligence. At the core of Richard’s therapeutic ethos lies a profound belief in the power of authenticity and acceptance, nurturing a sense of belonging and self-discovery in those he supports.

As a trained psilocybin therapist with TheraPsil and an experienced psychedelic user, Richard firmly believes that this treatment significantly assists those suffering from debilitating mental health conditions. Outside of his professional life, Richard enjoys meditation, long bike rides, traveling, and watching movies. These activities not only bring him joy but also help him maintain a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.

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Heather is registered as an RP with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and holds her masters-level diploma in Relational Gestalt Psychotherapy. She has spent many years working as a psychotherapist in private practice within a trauma-informed, culturally-inclusive, and harm reduction framework.

Her approach is humanistic, embodied, integrative and evidence-based and has been informed by attachment theory, sensory awareness practice and the multi-cultural traditions that are the basis of mindfulness and contemplative practices. Heather is also a certified yoga instructor with over 20 years of experience in yoga and mindfulness meditation.

She is a graduate of the Developmental Somatic Psychotherapy (DSP) program in New York City and is currently part of a Health Canada clinical trial in Psilocybin research as part of her Advanced training in Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy (PaP).

Heather’s personal lived experiences working with non-ordinary states have shown her how to engage in her own body’s innate healing system and she has translated this into her professional work with clients using Ketamine-assisted Psychotherapy to access inner wisdom, creativity and healing.

Heather is registered as an RP with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and hol... Read More