Meet Our Team

Biography

Dr. Chattha is the Founder of the Momenta Clinic. Her vision was to build a practice of talented psychologists who share her passion for helping people bring insight, happiness and meaningful change into their lives. Providing compassionate, evidence-based care with humility and transparency is a cornerstone of Dr. Chattha’s practice. She believes strongly in access to high-quality mental health care for all and has worked to build a welcoming space at the Momenta Clinic for people from diverse backgrounds and ethnicities.

In her professional career, Dr. Chattha has worked as staff psychologist at several hospitals including Credit Valley Hospital (CVH), Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) and The Ottawa Hospital (TOH). Her experiences have including working in specialty clinics, such as the Mood and Anxiety program (CAMH), Eating Disorders Program (CVH) and Rehabilitation Centre at (TOH). Dr. Chattha has also provided consultation in primary care, which has included providing clinical support and education to multiple family health teams as well as delivering psychological care for primary care patients. Dr. Chattha has also worked as a faculty member at the University of Guelph-Humber and served on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Mental Health Association, serving as Board Secretary and chair of several Board committees. She is passionate about innovation in healthcare and outside of her work in the Momenta Clinic, she has an interest in healthcare startups.

Dr. Chattha has a doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in clinical psychology and is a registered psychologist with the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO). She is also a member of the Canadian Psychological Association and the Ontario Psychological Association (OPA).

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Dr. Tran is passionate about clinical excellence and helping others live better, more meaningful lives through evidence-based practices.  Her approach to psychological services is built on compassion and collaboration.  Dr. Tran strives to provide empathy and acceptance in a safe and non-judgmental environment. Her particular areas of interest are anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and relationship issues.

Through her work and training in various settings across Canada, Dr. Tran has a broad scope of clinical experience. These settings include hospital programs, correctional facilities, primary care, mental health clinics, as well as the private sector.  She also has a strong interest in effecting change at a broader, strategic level.  Dr. Tran has done so in her various clinical roles, including co-leading hospital-wide initiatives and authoring a number of peer-reviewed publications and presentations.  Outside her work at the Momenta clinic, she holds a clinical leadership role at a leading company providing virtual care solutions.  She also provides consultation and education to family physicians and psychological services to their patients.

Dr. Tran has a doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in clinical psychology with close to 15 years of post-Ph.D. clinical experience.  She is currently registered as a psychologist with the College of Psychologists of Ontario and College of Alberta Psychologists.  She is also a member of the Canadian Psychological Association and she has clinical competency working with adults and older adults.

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Ailill (Al) Hall has a Masters’ degree in Clinical Psychology. They are passionate about providing affirming and knowledgeable care to clients from a variety of backgrounds. Using a cognitive-behavioural approach, Al helps clients to make meaningful changes in their lives, while also acknowledging the validity of the client’s lived experiences. They are passionate about working with clients to find an approach that fits them best.

Outside of clinical practice, Al has been a leader in social justice movements for gender-based causes, such as reproductive rights and the rights of gender-minority individuals. Their past research has examined the experiences of transgender and non-binary clients in therapy, focusing on microaggressions in the therapy context and ways to improve therapy for gender-diverse clients.

Al Hall is currently completing their post-master’s work experience in order to become registered as a Psychological Associate with the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO). They work under the direct supervision of Dr. Harpreet Chattha, Ph.D., C.Psych. and are currently taking new patients for virtual services.

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Raysha obtained her Masters of Social Work from the University of Toronto and is a Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW). Raysha has worked in diverse settings such as food banks, community organizations, and health centres. This has given her the opportunity to work with individuals from all walks of life. She enjoys working with individuals from diverse ethnic backgrounds and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment that embraces everyone. Currently, she supports adolescents and adults that struggle with mood disorders, mental health challenges, and addiction and that have experienced trauma.

When working with individuals, she considers the biological, psychological, emotional and social factors that play a role in their well-being. She prioritizes client needs and is committed to meeting individuals wherever they are in their journey. Raysha uses a collaborative and compassionate approach to help individuals feel their best and lead fulfilling and purposeful lives aligned with their aspirations.

Raysha is a keen learner and is always looking for innovative ways to provide the best support possible to individuals. Beyond her practice, she dedicates ample time to expanding her knowledge and staying abreast of the latest advancements in her field. Beyond her practice, she dedicates ample time to expanding her knowledge and staying abreast of the latest advancements in her field. Drawing from evidence-based modalities, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy, Raysha incorporates a diverse range of techniques into her practice. She also embraces anti-oppressive, culturally-sensitive, strength-based, and trauma-informed approaches, ensuring that her clients receive comprehensive and personalized care that respects their unique experiences and backgrounds.

Raysha finds her work at Momenta Clinic incredibly rewarding, as it provides abundant opportunities for personal growth and professional development as a therapist. She is particularly drawn to Momenta Clinic due to its emphasis on cultivating compassion, and the provision of effective care. This aligns perfectly with her values and aspirations

Areas of interest and experience:

• Anxiety and anxiety disorders

• Depression

• Mood disorders

• Trauma/PTSD

• WSIB

• Life transitions

• OCD

• Relationship stress

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Tahla is a compassionate individual with education in psychology and neuroscience. She believes in providing accessible evidence-based mental health intervention for all demographics. Tahla’s strong communication skills make her a valuable team member and she is committed to supporting the overall operations here at Momenta Clinic.

As an administrative assistant, Tahla is the first point of contact at our practice, conducts intake screenings and assists clinicians with their schedules. Her high levels of organization and attention to detail allow for all tasks to be completed in a timely fashion, while her patience and non-judgmental demeanour supports the smooth operation of our clinic.

Outside of her duties at Momenta, Tahla enjoys spending time with family and friends, hiking and volunteering at community-based mental health organizations!

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Melanie is a health informatics professional with a passion for making quality care accessible to all. She hopes to utilize the potential of digital health tools to establish accessible and equitable healthcare services for all.

Melanie uses her technical and interpersonal skills in a supportive role at Momenta by providing creative support for digital tools and resources. This includes working on innovative projects such as video development and production. She is working to increase availability of mental health resources and tools for all populations.

Outside of Momenta, Melanie is a change management specialist focusing on implementing digital health tools across the province. She loves playing video games and spending quality time with her friends and family.

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Mandy is a compassionate individual with over 8 years of administrative experience. She is a strong team player and is committed to helping the overall operations of the office. Mandy has a solid background in patient-centered healthcare administration as well as claim coordination with third-party insurance providers.

Mandy occupies two roles at Momenta. As an administrative assistant, she is the first point of contact at our practice, conducts intake screenings and assists clinicians with their schedules. As a Billing Clerk, Mandy tracks invoicing, payments and manages accounts receivable for the clinic. She is meticulous and has a keen attention to detail, which makes her a reliable member of the team. Her patient and resourceful nature contributes to the smooth operation of the clinic.

Outside of Momenta, Mandy is very close to her family and is an avid reader especially when it comes to romance and suspense novels!

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