‘I know it’s hard for people to pick a therapist, and I just want to create an office space that feels warm, inviting and cozy,’ says Risha Yorke.
The Board of Management of the Downtown Orillia Business Improvement Area (DOBIA) is pleased to announce the opening of a new business in downtown Orillia at 47 West St. S. Please join us in welcoming Risha Yorke of Yorke Motivational to the DOBIA family of businesses.
Risha is a local Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) who has been an active member of the Orillia community through Ripple of Kindness, the Orillia Business Women’s Association and as last year’s MC of the November OSMH Fundraiser.
She is a TEDx speaker, and personal and professional development coach of more than 15 years. She has now graduated her Master’s in Counseling Psychology (MACP) and is now oƯering therapy services in person and online through her company Yorke Motivational at 47 West St. S. in Orillia.
Risha works with people and couples experiencing anxiety, addiction, self-esteem issues, trauma, stress and work/life balance challenges. She holds a certification as a Women’s Mental Health Specialist and Substance Use Disorders Certification. Her experience is with imposter syndrome and lack of confidence, managing introversion in an extroverted world, surviving and processing trauma, and supporting women who have experienced intimate partner violence.
She has previously run workshops in the Orillia area focused on overcoming fear of public speaking, understanding temperament, navigating relationships, and learning how to be an effective manager in a small to medium sized business.
“Mental health services are vital to the well-being of our community. I know it’s hard for people to pick a therapist, and I just want to create an office space that feels warm, inviting and cozy. I am lucky enough to be downtown, central for so many,” said Yorke.
“I hope they come by and introduce themselves. I’m excited to meet potential clients, neighbouring businesses, and celebrate with all the amazing people in my community who helped get me here,” she said.
“Risha is already an active and valued member of our community, and we are fortunate to welcome her as a member of our downtown business community as well,” said Megan Murray, secretary of Downtown Orillia BIA Board.
“Having local professionals like Risha choose downtown Orillia to grow their practice is something worth celebrating. We are excited to see her bring her services to the downtown core and look forward to supporting her continued work in our community,” said Murray.
