Field Trip Health’s Ottawa location team offers innovative and compassionate care through ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, focusing on personalized and integrative treatment plans to support mental health and well-being.
Neil Slattery
Registered Social Worker
Neil is a Registered Social Worker (R.S.W.) with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW). He is also a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) and certified in a variety of therapeutic models.
His focus in psychotherapy includes working with painful and difficult challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, negative self-image and difficulties with boundaries and developing more satisfying relationships. Neil is reflective on the unique challenges faced by members of diverse populations and enjoys working with people from all walks of life. Â
Neil draws from a variety of established therapeutic approaches to assist clients in discovering self-compassionate ways to work through distressing mental health challenges and developing more satisfying and egalitarian personal relationships. He provides a safe space to take steps towards healing and personal growth. His integrative conversational approach is trauma-informed, collaborative and he will adapt your treatment plan to meet your specific individual needs.
Amanda Laprade
Registered Psychotherapist
I am a compassionate psychotherapist with 7 years of experience in helping individuals overcome emotional, behavioral, and psychological challenges. I hold a Master’s degree in Counseling and Spirituality from Saint Paul University and I specialize in substance use
treatment and trauma-informed therapy. I am also trained in Motivational Interviewing and draw
from a variety of evidence-based techniques, including but not limited to EFT, attachment-based methods, polyvagal theory and CBT.
My approach is warm, empathic, and non-judgmental, creating a safe space for clients to explore their inner experiences and find the support they need. I value a trusting, collaborative and holistic approach to therapy that is tailored to your unique needs. My expertise extends to
areas including addiction issues, life transitions, anxiety, depression, and grief; and I employ various therapeutic interventions, including mindfulness, emotion-focused techniques, inner-child work, experiential exercises, and cognitive-behavioral methods. My goal is to empower
individuals to enhance self-awareness, develop coping skills, and build resilience for meaningful life changes.
Through personal experience I firmly believe in the transformative power of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy as a tool and guide to foster healing, personal growth, and overall well-being. I’m dedicated to helping my clients achieve greater self-understanding, self-acceptance, and personal fulfillment through a holistic approach, which includes psychedelic medicines, to
address both symptoms and underlying root causes of distress. My passion and dedication in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy lie in delivering compassionate and effective therapy, guiding individuals toward a more fulfilling and balanced life; and my work is guided by the belief
that every individual has the capacity for growth, healing, and self-discovery.
When I am not providing therapy, I enjoy spending my time reading novels, connecting with
family and friends and watching my daughter grow and transform right before my eyes. She is my most precious gift and brings immense joy to my life.
I’m excited to support you on your path to emotional well-being, healing, and personal growth. Taking the first courageous step towards healing sets the course for a brighter future. I’m here
to walk this journey with you, helping you navigate the challenges you face. When you’re ready to embark on this path to positive change, I warmly invite you to reach out to me. Your healing journey begins with that first connection.
Jacob Pollack
Registered Social Worker
Jacob is a Registered Social Worker who has been working in the fields of disability, mental health care and addictions since 2015. Having transitioned from an earlier career in evolutionary-developmental biology, his psychotherapeutic approach integrates evolutionary theory, attachment, polyvagal and sensorimotor modalities with certified training in CBT, DBT and Motivational Interviewing. Jacob has worked alongside individuals and facilitated therapy groups in a variety of community/hospital/shelter settings, exploring the links between mental well-being and having unmet emotional needs during childhood as well as in adulthood. Through this work, he saw the many ways in which invalidating social environments contribute to the onset of depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, PTSD, OCD, schizophrenia and chronic physical pain. Jacob is excited to support clients using ketamine and other psychedelic medicines to safely let go of unneeded thoughts, feelings and behaviours, gain personal insight and allow space for their innate healing capacity. By cultivating connection to our authentic selves we can more easily strengthen our bonds with our loved ones, our community and nature. On the side, Jacob is a community organizer, plays guitar in a local funk band and enjoys trail running in Gatineau Park.
Dr. Mario Nucci
Medical Director
Dr. Mario Nucci, MD, CCFP, is a dedicated and forward-thinking physician with a deep passion for mental health and medical innovation. With a focus on pioneering advancements in mental health care, Dr. Nucci has been at the forefront of ketamine treatment for mental health conditions since 2016. He has contributed significantly to the field through numerous academic lectures and clinical research, serving as an investigator in pivotal clinical trials exploring the benefits of ketamine for mental health. His efforts have been instrumental in improving accessibility to these evidence-based treatments across Canada, solidifying his role as a leading figure in the evolving landscape of mental health therapy.
Dr. Esa Leinonen​
Psychiatrist
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Jessica Batitis
Nurse Clinic Manager
Jessica Batitis is a Registered Practical Nurse with over 12 years of experience in clinical nursing, healthcare leadership, and patient advocacy. She has worked extensively in chronic pain management and medical cannabis, helping thousands of patients explore alternative therapies to improve their quality of life. A natural leader, she has built and scaled healthcare services, developed high-performing teams, and spearheaded initiatives that prioritize efficiency, education, and exceptional patient care.
Jessica is deeply committed to integrative medicine and holistic healing, believing that true wellness requires a balance of mind, body, and spirit. She has a keen personal interest in alternative medicine, shaped by her own experience with chronic illness. This lived experience gives her a unique level of empathy and insight, allowing her to connect with patients on a profound level. She doesn’t just advocate for healing—she embodies it, having used many of the same therapies she offers as part of her own wellness journey.
Her expertise in aesthetic medicine further reflects her philosophy that beauty is more than skin deep—it is a reflection of inner well-being. She approaches aesthetics as a form of healing, focusing on skin health, confidence, and self-care.
Beyond her clinical work, Jessica is a lifelong learner and innovator, always seeking the latest research and advancements in emerging healthcare fields. She is known for her strong leadership, integrity, and ability to inspire those around her, making her a driving force in the evolution of modern wellness practices.
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Outside of her career, Jessica finds joy in cooking and baking, using food as both nourishment and medicine. She also believes that nature is the ultimate healer, often turning to the outdoors to restore balance and reconnect with herself.
At Field Trip Health, she applies her expertise and passion to support the growth of psychedelic-assisted therapy, creating a safe, effective, and transformative environment for both patients and providers.
Larissa Sparkes
Assistant Nurse Clinic Manager
Larissa is a Registered Practical Nurse with a deep-rooted passion for holistic health and wellness. Prior to her nursing career, she completed a Business Administration and Marketing Diploma in her hometown of Winnipeg. She has experience in Virtual Healthcare, Obstetrics/Gynecology, and Maternal-fetal Medicine. Her role within these specialized areas has allowed her to provide care and support to patients throughout many stages of life. She strongly believes in the power of holistic approaches and incorporates her passion for health and wellness into her nursing practice. She is fascinated by the connection of the mind, body, and spirit and recognizes the importance of mental and emotional well-being in achieving optimal health. In addition to her nursing career, Larissa enjoys cooking with homegrown vegetables, listening to educational podcasts and enjoying fitness activities. Larissa is enthusiastic about the ketamine therapy industry and is passionate about this therapeutic approach.
Tara Adams
Registered Nurse
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Joy Kolic
Nurse Practitioner
Joy, a seasoned Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of expertise in healthcare and dedicated her career to Mental Health and Geriatrics. She earned her Masters in Nursing/Nurse Practitioner degree in 2017 and has since spent 6 years excelling in the Mental Health field. Joy is certified in Mental Health and Addictions from the University of Toronto.
Beyond her role as a Nurse Practitioner, she is a certified yoga teacher with a deep passion for yoga, meditation, and mindful movement, recognizing their positive impact on wellness and healing. Embracing a holistic approach to patient care, Joy is eager to assist you in achieving your wellness goals.
Rajveer Soos
Nurse Practitioner
Rajveer is a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner. She has worked in the acute care setting as well as in the community, where her focus has always been to provide compassionate client-centred care. In the community she worked to serve marginalized populations, including indigenous and homeless individuals. Rajveer believes that optimal health requires a holistic approach in which there is balance within the mind, body, and spirit. She understands the impact of mental health challenges on individuals, families, and communities, and is passionate about helping individuals heal from deep-rooted patterns and traumas, in order to create lasting healing. In 2021, Rajveer completed Therapsil’s Psilocybin Practitioner Training for End-of Life care, where she gained deeper insight into the true healing potential of psychedelics. She is passionate about the work being done at Field Trip Health and the use of psychedelics to help individuals suffering from mental illness. She is optimistic about the direction and future of mental health care and excited to be contributing to this paradigm shift in the field.
Rita Mannarino
Nurse Practitioner
Rita Mannarino is a skilled and compassionate nurse practitioner with over two decades of nursing experience. She has always had a special interest in mental health issues, mindset and chronic pain and focuses on a holistic approach that focuses on mind, body and spirit.
With advanced training and experience in a variety of settings including primary care, ICU/critical care, oncology, mental health and mindset coaching, pain and symptom management and palliative care, she is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate patient-centred care that is focused on promoting mind and body wellness.
Rita combines her clinical knowledge, empathetic and caring approach, and evidence-based practices to develop personalised treatment plans that empower her patients to achieve optimal physical and mental health to lead more fulfilling lives.
Rita completed her Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner and her Master of Science in Nursing degree at Laurentian University. Prior to this she completed her Nursing Degree from Athabasca University after previously completing her nursing diploma from Sault College of Applied Arts and Technology. Rita has completed many certificate and advance training
programs over the last two decades from various educational institutions in her constant pursuit to expand her knowledge and experience.
Outside of work, Rita enjoys spending time at their cottage on Lake Superior with her husband, two dogs and their two grown children and their partners. Rita enjoys hiking, gardening, snowshoeing, going on adventures with her family and just being in nature.
Kelsey York
Nurse Practitioner
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