About Us

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A high-energy, engaged, and experienced senior executive, Tanna now leverages a 25+ years career across risk management, strategy, marketing, process management, and technology in service of others as an Executive and Cognitive Behavioral Coach.  

A dual US / Canadian citizen, Tanna’s industry experience spans insurance and banking sectors, media and nonprofits. Before establishing Percepta Leadership, Tanna was a senior risk executive at a global insurer accountable for strategic, enterprise and operational risk frameworks, oversight of corporate strategy, and global technology transformation for Risk, Compliance and Internal Audit.

As a coach, Tanna balances her drive for results with attunement to clients’ goals. Tanna is certified as an International Coaching Federation (ICF) ACC level coach, a Board Certified Coach,  Certified Executive Coach, and is certified in Cognitive Behavioral Coaching.

Tanna holds two Master's Degrees:  MBA in Leadership (European University Business School, Geneva Switzerland, magna cum laude); Master of Arts in Humanities (York University, Toronto Canada). Tanna continues to deepen her perspective on human development and personality factors, and is a psychotherapist-in-training (2027). 

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Annika is an accomplished legal professional, psychotherapist and leadership coach. With a robust background in law and a deep-seated interest in psychology, Annika's multifaceted career is a testament to her dedication to putting her deep understanding of intercultural and interpersonal dynamics in service of others.

Annika's professional journey began in Germany, where she completed rigorous training as a fully qualified lawyer. Her legal and leadership acumen was further honed through eight years of experience as the European Practice Group Manager at a prestigious full-service corporate law firm in downtown Toronto Canada. In this capacity, Annika has managed a team of diverse professionals, overseeing complex cross-border legal matters. Her ability to navigate the intricate landscapes of international corporate law and lead a diverse team solidified her reputation as a strategic thinker and skilled leader.

Driven by profound curiosity and a passion for intercultural contexts, Annika made the bold decision to relocate to Canada after her legal training. This move was fueled by her desire to immerse herself in diverse cultural settings and to expand her expertise in cross-border legal issues. More recently, Annika has pursued a more holistic approach to her professional and personal interests, cultivating a lifelong passion for psychology with a particular focus on group dynamics and group psychotherapy. 

Today, Annika is a psychodynamic psychotherapist, a discipline that explores human functioning and malfunctioning through the interaction of internal drives and forces. This approach goes beyond observable behaviour, delving into the underlying perceptions and understandings within the mind of the individual. Annika is a proud member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and the Canadian Association for Psychodynamic Therapy (CAPT).

Annika is also a leadership coach, leveraging extensive experience in both law and psychology to offer a unique perspective on leadership and team dynamics. Her approach is characterized by a deep understanding of the complexities of human behaviour, combined with a strategic mindset honed through years of legal practice. Passionate about empowering leaders to harness their full potential, fostering environments of trust, collaboration, and effective communication, Annika believes that true leadership transcends traditional boundaries, encompassing both professional excellence and personal growth. 

Annika's distinctive blend of legal expertise and psychological insight enables her to support clients as they work through the complexities of contemporary leadership - and life - helping them to achieve both personal and professional goals with confidence and empathy.

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Julie-Anne is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and former Professional Engineer with over 20 years of corporate experience in manufacturing, aerospace, and rail systems. Julie-Anne brings an analytical approach and a unique understanding of professional environments to her therapeutic practice. 

Julie-Anne offers psychotherapy to individuals and professional pairs, providing a safe, supportive space for exploring personal and professional challenges. She specializes in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and trauma-related therapies, including those that are related to Complex-PTSD. 

For individual clients, Julie-Anne provides tailored therapeutic support that addresses issues such as anxiety, imposter syndrome, burnout, and the stress of managing competing responsibilities. Her approach is empathic and understanding, informed by her own experiences and cultural awareness, which helps her connect deeply with clients from diverse backgrounds. 

For professional pairs, Julie-Anne’s therapy sessions are designed to address interpersonal dynamics, communication issues, and conflict resolution within a professional setting. These sessions are particularly beneficial for colleagues, business partners, or other professional relationships where effective collaboration is essential. By focusing on relational patterns and exploring underlying issues, she helps professional pairs develop healthier, more productive interactions. 

Julie-Anne's background as a former corporate engineer also allows her to understand the unique pressures of the workplace and support clients in navigating the complexities of professional relationships. 

Licensed with the College of Registered Psychotherapists (CRPO) and a member of the Canadian Association of Psychodynamic Therapists (CAPT), Julie-Anne’s goal is to empower clients toward better mental health, self-awareness, and meaningful relationships.