About West Island Mental Health
Appointments may be available within the same week.
West Island Mental Health was created with a simple belief: everyone deserves access to compassionate, professional mental health support during difficult moments in life.
Reaching out for help is often one of the hardest steps a person can take. Our clinic was built to make that step feel safer, more approachable, and more supportive. We strive to provide a welcoming and respectful environment where individuals can speak openly about what they are experiencing and receive thoughtful guidance from qualified professionals.
West Island Mental Health offers a collaborative approach to care. Our services include social work support, mental health assessments, and consultations with a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. This allows us to support individuals experiencing challenges such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, emotional stress, and relationship difficulties.
Our goal is not only to help people through difficult periods, but also to support them in developing the insight, resilience, and practical strategies needed to move forward with greater stability and confidence.
Appointments are available both in person and online, and we aim to provide timely access to care whenever possible.
Our Approach
At West Island Mental Health, we recognize that every individual’s situation is unique. Our work focuses on understanding each person’s experiences, identifying the challenges they are facing, and helping them move toward practical and meaningful change.
- A respectful and supportive environment
- Individualized guidance based on each person’s needs
- Evidence-informed mental health care
- Practical strategies for navigating emotional challenges
West Island Mental Health was created from a deep belief that people deserve to feel supported during life’s most difficult moments.
Many of the individuals who reach out to us have been carrying their struggles alone for a long time. Our role is to provide a place where those experiences can be understood and supported with care and professionalism.
Getting Started
Taking the first step toward support can feel difficult, but you do not have to navigate challenges alone.
Appointments may be available within the same week depending on clinician availability.
You can schedule an appointment through our online booking system or contact us if you would like more information about our services.
Our Team
About the Founder
Maria Amato, BSW
Founder and Clinical Director
With a DEC in Special Care Counselling and a Bachelor’s in Social Work from McGill University, I have been supporting individuals, couples, and families since 2007. My approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and a deep understanding of the challenges people face across different life stages.
As a social worker, my role is to walk alongside you — offering support, guidance, and tools that empower you to navigate your journey. I strive to create a space that is non-judgmental, validating, and genuinely connected to your lived experience.
I practice through a strength-based, anti-oppressive, and trauma-informed lens, and it is a true privilege to support you on your path to greater well-being.
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Audrey Bourdon
Clinical Social Worker
I am a clinical social worker who has been practicing since 2004, with experience in crisis centres, public health networks (CIUSSS), and private practice. These diverse settings have shaped a compassionate and adaptable approach to supporting individuals through emotional and life challenges.
My practice is grounded in a strengths-based and client-centered framework, focused on helping individuals recognize their resilience, inner resources, and capacity for growth. I strive to create a safe, respectful, and collaborative therapeutic space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered.
I look forward to accompanying you with empathy, professionalism, and care as you move toward greater clarity and well-being.
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Lorraine Seales MSW
Clinical Social Worker
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John Ryan Jo
Social Worker
I am a social worker who works with individuals and families, with a focus on supporting clients through life’s challenges and helping them create meaningful and sustainable change.
I take a collaborative, person-centred approach that recognizes each client’s unique experiences, strengths, and goals. My practice draws on strengths-based and solution-focused approaches, helping clients identify their existing resources, build on what is working, and develop practical strategies for moving forward.
I also incorporate a family systems perspective, recognizing the important role that relationships and family dynamics can play in an individual’s experiences and well-being. I strive to create a supportive, respectful, and non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered throughout the therapeutic process.
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Éva-Christie Ngo Mandeng
Nurse Practitioner Specialized in Mental Health (NP-SMH)
With 13 years of experience in the field of mental health and psychiatry in a hospital setting, Éva holds a Master’s degree in Nursing Science (Advanced Practice option) and a Graduate Diploma (D.E.S.S.) from the Université de Montréal. Her academic background enables her to conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide optimal follow-up care for individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
Working with clients who have bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, anxiety-depressive disorders, PTSD, and more, Éva draws on a holistic and personalized approach to meet their needs. Her signature strengths include attentive listening, empathy, kindness, dedication, and social intelligence.
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Maryse Parkinson
Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Dedicated to providing care that is evidence-based, compassionate, and accessible. I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a variety of mental health challenges, including anxiety disorders, depression, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and adjustment difficulties that impact daily functioning.
My vision is to make mental health assessment and follow-up care more accessible, understandable, and person-centered. I value a holistic approach that considers the biological, psychological, and social factors influencing an individual’s well-being.
My practice is guided by active listening, respect, empathy, and clinical excellence. I believe in building therapeutic relationships based on collaboration, transparency, and empowering individuals to take an active role in their care journey.
My professional approach is characterized by comprehensive, structured, and in-depth assessments, as well as the development of individualized treatment plans that integrate both pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies supported by current evidence. I place particular importance on understanding each person’s unique experience and identifying practical solutions tailored to their specific needs and circumstances.
I also collaborate closely with healthcare professionals and community partners to ensure coordinated, safe, and effective care, with the goal of promoting lasting well-being and optimal functioning.