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Richard Piekarczyk-Vacca Registered Psychotherapist
Richard is a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and member of the Canadian Psychological Association. He completed an undergraduate honours degree at McMaster University and a graduate degree at the University of Toronto. He spent much of his early adult life in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) before being medically released.
Richard primarily treats First Responders and Veterans. His service in the CAF has complimented his education and experience as a therapist and given him the recognition that First Responder and Veterans belong to unique cultures of service. His treatment draws from several schools of thought, including cognitive therapy, and integrates a unique understanding of beliefs and values shared among First Responders and Veterans
Demographics: Adults
Practice: Individual, Couples, Family, & Group Therapy
Focus: Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, & Trauma
Languages: English
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Dayana Romero Registered Psychotherapist
Dayana Romero B.A., M.A.C.P., Postgrad Forensic Psych Registered Psychotherapist, Qualified Mediator, Family Law Arbitrator
Dayana Romero is a Qualified Mediator with ADRIO/ADRIC, a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO), a Certified Divorce Specialist (CDS), and a Family Law Arbitrator. She brings over 17 years of experience to the fields of high-stakes conflict resolution and mental health, specializing in navigating the complex intersection of legal obligations and human emotion. She provides a neutral, client-centered lens to every dispute, ensuring both clarity and compassion in the process.
Dayana’s practice is built upon a robust academic foundation and a commitment to continuous specialized education. This extensive training enables her to utilize a diverse range of evidence-based modalities for conflict resolution.
Yorkville University - Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology
University of Liverpool - Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Psychology & Criminal Investigation
Canada Christian College - Bachelor’s of Counseling
Herzing College - Mediation & Dispute Resolution and Family Mediation Diplomas
Riverdale Mediation - Family Law Arbitration
As a Certified Divorce Specialist (CDS), Dayana has specialized training in the legal, financial, and emotional dynamics of separation and divorce. This designation enhances her ability to support clients through complex decisions involving parenting, support, and property, helping them reach durable agreements that reflect both their rights and long‑term well‑being.
Dayana’s unique background in forensic psychology and various therapeutic modalities allows her to handle sensitive domestic and civil cases and psychotherapy cases with exceptional psychological insight. She is particularly skilled in working with high‑conflict dynamics, power imbalances, trauma‑informed processes, and situations involving overlapping legal and emotional issues. Her approach balances empathy with structure, helping clients move from entrenched positions to practical, future‑focused solutions.
Demographics: Adults Population: Individuals, Couples Focus: Sex Therapy, Faith Based Counseling, Dating Consultant, Couples Therapy & Premarital Counseling Language: English
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