CSAC employs an Executive Director, a Community Programs & Intake Manager, a Bookkeeper, and two dedicated Registered Counseling Therapists. Our organization is led by a group of volunteers who sit on the Board of Directors, and advise on the programs and services we provide in our communities.
Alana Weatherbee – Executive Director – director@colchestersac.ca
Alana is the new Executive Director at Colchester Sexual Assault Centre, bringing a strong commitment to social justice, trauma-informed practice, and survivor-centred advocacy. With over a decade of experience in human services and more than eight years working in harm reduction, Alana has dedicated her career to supporting people through some of life’s most difficult moments while challenging stigma and creating more compassionate communities.
Alana has served on executive boards for several local organizations, including the Lotus Centre for Women, Third Place Transition House, and the Truro Pride Society. Through this work, she has strengthened community connections and advocated for equity, inclusion, and the rights to all individuals.
Drawing from both professional experience and lived experience, Alana brings a deep understanding of the importance of listening to and uplifting the voices of those most impacted by sexualized violence. She is passionate about ensuring survivors of gender-based violence, sexualized violence and other marginalized communities have access to support, dignity, and meaningful opportunities for healing.
Known for her warmth and authentic approach, Alana is dedicated to building safer communities where everyone feels valued, respected, and heard.
Outside of her advocacy work, Alana is a passionate artist who loves exploring creativity through many different mediums, including creating one of a kind Lino prints, illustrations, and trying new artistic forms. She finds inspiration in nature, spending time outdoors, and being in or near the water. Much of her free time is spent with her beloved dogs, Wagyu and Shelayleigh, and her cat, Middleman, who keep her company through all of life’s adventures. Her creativity, curiosity, and connection to the world around her are reflections of the same compassion she brings to her work and community.
Lindsey Dryden – Community Programs & Intake Manager– info@colchestersac.ca
Lindsey is the Community Programs and Intake Manager at CSAC. She holds a Diploma in Social Services from Nova Scotia Community College and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Saint Mary’s University. With nearly a decade of experience in the non-profit sector, she has developed extensive expertise in program coordination, client intake, and community-based service delivery.
Throughout her career, Lindsey has worked alongside marginalized and vulnerable populations in a variety of community settings. Her professional experience includes working as a Support Worker in a Small Options Home, where she provided person-centered support to individuals with diverse and complex needs. She also has experience applying harm reduction principles in practice, recognizing the importance of meeting people where they are and supporting their health, safety, and autonomy without judgment.
Lindsey is committed to providing compassionate, person-centred, and trauma-informed support while ensuring individuals can access services in a respectful, welcoming, and inclusive environment. She is passionate about strengthening community connections and fostering meaningful relationships built on empathy, dignity, and trust. Through her work, Lindsey strives to create positive outcomes for individuals while contributing to the continued growth and impact of CSAC’s programs and services.
Marilyn Ebsary – Bookkeeper
COUNSELLING THERAPISTS
Theresa Robertson – Counselling Therapist – trobertson@colchestersac.ca
Theresa is a graduate of Acadia University with a Master’s degree in Counseling, as well as a Master’s degree in Education (which she readily uses to provide gender based violence education within the wider community). She is also a Registered Counseling Therapist candidate (RCT-C), with the Nova Scotia College of Counseling Therapists.
Theresa has spent the past 25 years counselling those impacted by domestic and sexual violence. Having spent much of her career working with at-risk children, youth, families, and adults. Her approach to counselling is both client-centered, and mindfulness based, using a non-judgmental, empathetic, and compassionate approach to supporting clients. She draws on integrated approaches to treatment, using a variety of treatment modalities that are based on your needs. Working collaboratively with you, helping you to navigate your psychological distress, moving you in the direction of empowerment. The treatment modalities she works closely with are Trauma Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solutions Focused Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, as well as Somatic and Mindfulness-based interventions.
Nicole Johnston – Counselling Therapist – nwilliams@colchestersac.ca
Nicole holds a Masters of Counseling degree and is a Registered Counseling Therapist with the Nova Scotia College of Counseling Therapists. She began her career working with victimized youth and their families. She has since worked with both offenders and victims involved in domestic violence, sexual assault, and childhood sexual abuse. Nicole integrates a variety of therapeutic approaches, dependent upon the individual needs of each client. Nicole works from a strengths-based, client centered approach, aiming to empower and build upon client’s pre-existing strengths, values, and skills. She utilizes elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy in her work. Trauma-informed practices guide Nicole in her work, and she strives to first and foremost create a safe space for her clients to process their experience. Nicole is currently completing her certification as a Play Therapist, and is trained in the Safe and Sound Protocol, which is a music-based trauma treatment.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
EXECUTIVE:
Chair – Deb Pryor (Town of Truro, Councilor Ward 3 and East End Community Association)
Vice-Chair – David McKillip (Retired, Education and Consulting)
Treasurer – Nancy Brenton (Childcare)
Secretary – Susan Henderson (Canadian Mental Health Association – CEH Branch)
MEMBERS-AT-LARGE:
Jeanine Clague (Retired, Dietician)
Christine Blair (Municipality of Colchester, Mayor)
Jeff Lynds (Royal lepage, Real Estate Agent)
Cathy Hinton (Town of Truro, Mayor)
Karen Wade (Real Estate and Property Management)
