Olabo Obaro, C.C.C., M.Ed.

Provider information

Description

Ola Obaro is a Registered Psychotherapist who has been dedicated to empowering children and parents for many years. As the former director for Children and Youth in Care at WJS, in Nanaimo BC, Ola’s work is based on the early relationships between parent and child. 
Ola is trauma informed and has been trained in cognitive behaviour therapy(CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), attachment-based therapies, Gordan Neufeld approach, Circle of Security, and parent- child connection therapy. Ola brings an attachment and evidence based lens to all she does.

Summary

Our dedicated team at FFEW is led by our founder, Dr. Zia Lakdawalla, a clinical psychologist committed to children’s emotional health and wellness. We have a diverse group of professionals, including registered psychotherapists and social workers, each bringing unique expertise and a passion for supporting families. Our team provides a comprehensive range of services, from early intervention to parent and child emotional regulation support.  We are united by our goal to create a supportive and nurturing environment, empowering families to build resilience and achieve emotional well-being.