Joy Gandell

Joy Gandell received her Bachelor of Arts Degree with a major in Psychology from McGill University and her Master of Science in Administration with a major in Management from the John Molson School of Business. For almost 20 years, she worked in Human Resources. Joy discovered a passion for self-regulation and executive function skills after her daughter was diagnosed with neurodivergent diagnoses. She shifted her career focus to coaching, specializing in self-regulation and executive function skill development. She received intensive training, certificates in the Art of Inspiring Students to Study Strategically, Empowering Students Through Coaching, Self-Reg Foundations Certificate Program, Self-Reg Learning Facilitator’s Program, and a certification in Clinical Emotional Freedom Technique Practitioner with EFT Universe. Joy has completed a Diploma in Applied psychology and counseling, specializing in Psychotherapy.

Today, Joy coaches and counsels individuals diagnosed with ADHD and pediatric Cancer Survivors (15 years +) on self-regulation and executive function skills to help them succeed in school and work while achieving their life goals.

Joy believes her clients are resourceful, resilient, and capable of achieving the goals they set for themselves through coaching, counseling, co-regulating, and learning how to hold themselves accountable. By establishing a trusting relationship and keeping a safe space for her clients, she can help them achieve the self-awareness they need to develop strategies and action plans for success.

Joy is not just a Relational Therapist but a dedicated professional committed to her ongoing development. She is a proud member of RITMA, the ADHD Coaches Organization, the International Coaching Federation, the Academy of Naturopaths & Naturotherapists of Canada, the Canadian Association for Integrative & Energy Therapies, and the Association for Comprehensive Energy Practitioners. Her continuous pursuit of professional development through various training courses is a testament to her unwavering dedication to her profession.

Please note: I work with Canadian Residents only