Marianne Cook-Martin, BA

Counselling Intern/Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

For 25 years I dedicated myself to serving as a Paramedic. It was this experience which brought me to becoming a Psychotherapist. My personal journey as a mom, wife, first responder, and friend, has sparked my passion to help individuals work through life’s various transitions including infertility, caregiver burnout, trauma, and PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder). I have a passion for working with first responders and their families and with our younger population including children and teens (age 8 and up) helping them navigate their unique challenges.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the CRPO and am completing my Master of Art in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University.

In sessions, I provide a safe, compassionate, and confidential environment to explore feelings, beliefs, work through challenges, set goals and work towards desired change. I utilize a trauma-informed lens using treatments and interventions from various modalities including Narrative Therapy and Internal Family Systems along with tailoring my approach to meet each person’s needs.

I strongly believe in the power of a warm, welcoming presence which can gently open the door to meaningful conversation. I have my own lived experiences, and although they are different from yours, this understanding fuels my empathy – a power I strongly believe in. Everyone’s story is unique and their own, and it would be my privilege to explore your story with you.