CYM is run by volunteers. We have a hard working board committed to ensuring that 100% of our donations go towards helping children and youth with neuropsychological disorders. Board members are actively involved in fundraising and facilitation of direct support to children as well as the management and operation of the organization.
Katrina Barrett Gabriel, Treasurer
Katrina brings a wealth of expertise in project management, stakeholder engagement, and operational efficiency to her role as Treasurer of Caring for Young Minds. With extensive experience in property management and safety regulations, she has consistently demonstrated a commitment to fostering teamwork, clear communication, and continuous improvement in all her professional endeavors.
As a board member since 2022, Katrina contributes her organizational and financial expertise to support the strategic goals of the organization. In addition to her work with CYM, Katrina volunteers with the Daily Bread Food Bank and has previously served as a community coach and fundraiser for various youth programs. Her educational background includes certifications in sustainability studies, supply chain management, and marketing, reflecting her dedication to lifelong learning and impactful leadership.
Debby Martin BScN, RN
Debby has a background in biology and public health which provides a foundation for her interest in children’s health as it relates to the environment.
Before volunteering with CYM, Debby facilitated parent support groups with the Parent Education Network (formerly EFLEC) and was a member of the board for fourteen years.
In collaboration with CYM, Debby has made public presentations on neuropsychological disorders. In addition, she has facilitated mothers’ support groups and piloted a parent-to-parent support program for parents whose children struggle with mental health issues.
Working with Evergreen, Debby is currently managing a national network of school ground design consultants who work with school boards to bring shade, nature and food growing to school grounds.
Debby has been with Caring for Young Minds since its inception and knows first-hand how timely support can make a difference in the successful treatment of children’s mental health disorders.
Dr Maged Kodsi B.A., M.B.,B.CH, F.R.C.P.(C)
Dr Kodsi is a senior Child and Family Psychiatrist. In the late 90’s in collaboration with concerned parents he co-founded CYM charitable organization to help children with mental health challenges.
Currently he is the Physician Leader and Clinical Head of Psychiatry at Humber River Hospital. He is the consulting psychiatrist to the sexual abuse team at the Trillium Health Partners. Dr. Kodsi is also an assistant professor of psychiatry at the University of Toronto.
Dr Kodsi believes that many of the adult mental health disorders could be traced back to childhood. Hence providing timely help and necessary resources to our children is indeed a real investment in the future.
Amanda Comette, B.A., CHRP
Amanda Comette is a Human Resources professional with over 23 years’ experience in health care. She has her Certified Human Resources Professional designation in addition to her Bachelor of Arts degree. Amanda is a multifaceted health care professional with in-depth experience working in the Emergency Department, multiple health care units, Operational Flow and Human Resources. Amanda joined the Board of Caring for Young Minds in 2016 and she is also a founding Board member of So Kids Can See, a Canadian Charity which works to eliminate avoidable blindness and improve the outcome for unavoidable eye diseases in children living in low-income regions globally