Testimonials
Read what other professionals are saying about our services.
“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Mark since 2019. As a lawyer working with clients in distress, it is important to collaborate with a skilled professional who can assist clients with the mental health support they require when dealing with legal challenges.
Mark and his team at Atia Counselling do just that. They provide reliable and unwavering support to clients, are responsive to inquiries and a pleasure to deal with. Clients always remark that Mark and his team are professional, helpful and compassionate. As a lawyer, I trust Mark to work with my clients, and his communications with me and reports for the Court help me advocate for the possible outcome for clients. I would recommend Atia Counselling without hesitation for all types of counselling and court-related matters.”
– Jessyca Greenwood Principal Lawyer, Greenwood Law
It is my pleasure to provide a testimonial on behalf of Mark Atia and Atia Counselling. As a criminal law practitioner, I represent many individuals who are in need of counselling services. I have referred many of these clients to Mark Atia for an array of different forms of counselling.
Mark Atia is extremely professional as well as accommodating with all of my clients. Mark Atia also communicates effectively with counsel on all matters. He provides individualized counselling which focuses directly on the concerns of the client. Clients may need anger management counselling, boundary counselling, substance abuse issues that require specific counselling. All of which Mark Atia is able to address. Mark Atia provides a thorough report which outlines the form of counselling received, the sessions attended and the engagement of the client. I have provided these reports to the court on behalf of my client and I can say unequivocally that they are given considerable weight when assessing the appropriate resolution in court proceedings. I will continue to use the services of Mark Atia as his services have been very beneficial to my clients.
– Rudi Covre Barrister and Solicitor, Rudi Covre Law
In my nearly 40 years of practising criminal law, I’ve needed to send clients for counselling on countless occasions. Mark Atia is now at the very top of my list of counsellors. Mark is a well-respected specialist in court-related counselling and his thorough, well-organized reports have been instrumental in helping me achieve outstanding results for my clients,usually a withdrawal of charges. Not only does Mark go out of his way to accommodate my timelines, but he also does the same with my clients, providing one-on-one counselling on days and times that suit them, seven days a week. Mark is a very compassionate individual whose approach puts everyone at ease, making for very positive outcomes. I receive nothing but positive feedback from clients, especially youthful ones, who report to me that Mark has turned their life around. That’s music to my ears and the reason I recommend Mark Atia to other lawyers as well.
– Louie R. Genova Criminal Lawyer, Genova, Covre
Mark Atia has been invaluable to my criminal defence practice. His reports on PARS equivalent counselling have been accepted with high praise by the Crown Attorney’s office where I regularly practice. The reports are insightful and the counselling of great assistance to my clients.
I cannot recommend his services enough. I have sought his assistance on numerous occasions for clients. I have heard nothing but appreciation and respect. It obviously serves me well that my clients think so highly of him.”
– Carrie Bellan Bellan Law, Trial Lawyer
As a criminal defence lawyer, I have had the opportunity to refer numerous clients to Mark Atia and Atia Counselling over the years for a range of issues including anger management, domestic violence counselling, and alcohol and drug-related programming. In every case, Mark has provided my clients with accessible, compassionate, and structured support tailored to their individual needs. T
he progress my clients have made under his guidance has often played a meaningful role in their rehabilitation and in the resolution of their criminal matters. His reports and letters have consistently been accepted and well-received by both the Ontario Court of Justice and the Superior Court of Justice, as well as by Crown Attorneys throughout Ontario. I trust Mark’s work and have no hesitation in continuing to refer clients to him. His professionalism, prompt communication, and clear documentation make him an invaluable resource in the context of criminal proceedings. Atia Counselling fills a crucial gap in community-based support, and I wholeheartedly recommend their services.
– Mark Fahmy Criminal Lawyer
