Meet the Team

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Rebecca Turnbull, M.Ed., RCC

Rebecca Turnbull (she/her), a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors, and holds a Master of Education in Counselling Psychology from Simon Fraser University and Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Victoria. She specializes in Emotion Focused Therapy for couples and individuals, with training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindful Self Compassion, and Somatic Therapies. Rebecca is a trauma-informed therapist, collaborating with clients to leverage their strengths, improve their success and interpersonal relationships while fostering a safe and compassionate therapeutic relationship. Since 2013, Rebecca has been a dedicated member of PGME, helping to launch the original Resident Wellness Office which she is thrilled to see grow, while shrinking the stigma around accessing support. Having been with the office over a decade, she can help normalize that yes, residency is hard, and no, you are not alone!

Location:

Gordon & Leslie Diamond Health Care Center
Tuesday & Thursday

Surrey Memorial Hospital
2nd & 4th Thursday

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Elizabeth Sabine, M.Ed., RCC

Elizabeth Sabine (she/her) grew up in a small town in Northern BC, and is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. She holds a Master of Education in Counselling Psychology from Simon Fraser University and a Bachelor of Arts Degree Major in Psychology and Minor in Counselling and Human Development from Simon Fraser University. Elizabeth supports couples and individuals predominantly using Emotion Focused Therapy, however will include aspects of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to support clients as needed. She has been with PGME since 2017 and prior to working with residents, Elizabeth was the Director of Community Health at the YMCA and co-founded the YMCA YMind Mental Health Program.

Location:

Gordon & Leslie Diamond Health Care Center
Wednesday & Friday

Royal Columbian Hospital
1st & 3rd Wednesday

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Nish Laszczuk, MSW, RSW

Nish Laszczuk (she/her) is a Registered Social Worker with certifications from the BC and Ontario Colleges of Social Workers, holding a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Toronto and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Waterloo. Specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, she also integrates Emotion-Focused Therapy and Somatic Attachment Therapy into her practice, ensuring a comprehensive approach that is trauma-informed. Nish collaborates closely with clients, drawing from diverse therapeutic techniques to tailor therapy to their unique needs by fostering a safe environment rooted in anti-oppressive and feminist principles. Joining PGME in 2022, she works with residents to address daily coping strategies and deeper psychological exploration by challenging negative beliefs and promoting resilience to support well-being.

Location:

Gordon & Leslie Diamond Health Care Center
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday

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Elder Jean Wasegijig

Elder Jean Wasegijig (she/her) is Odawa First Nation from the Wikwemikoong Reserve in Northern Ontario. Elder Jean is of the Bear Clan and her traditional name is “Good Medicine Woman” – a name that was given to her at a Sundance Ceremony in Montana. She is a mother and grandmother and often participates in ceremonies and cultural traditions. As a mature student, Elder Jean graduated with an Associate of Applied Arts degree at Douglas College and majored in Psychology at Simon Fraser University, before pursuing Substance Abuse Counselling training at the University of the Fraser Valley. Elder Jean has worked in the counselling field in corrections, treatment center and in the community, and has been providing counselling and Elder’s teachings to residents at UBC since 2022.

Location:

Gordon & Leslie Diamond Health Care Center
Monday & Friday