Lynx Hub

The mental health support your people deserve

An evidence-based approach to wellbeing for organizations

The economic and human cost of inadequate workplace mental health support…

1 in 5 

Number of Canadians who will experience mental illness in any given year.

50% or more

Cost of workplace disability leave for mental illness compared to physical illness.

up to 57%

Rate of PTSD among nurses, paramedics, police officers, firefighters and military personnel.

$50 billion

Annual economic cost of poor mental health in Canada.

$6 billion

Annual indirect cost related to lost productivity due to mental illness.

500k/week

Number of Canadian workers unable to work due to poor mental health.

Our community deserves better. We can do better. 

introducing…

Lynx Hub; providing affordable, accessible and impactful group therapy that’s backed by neuroscience and endorsed by the World Health Organization.

So how does it work?

Lynx Hub utilizes Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a World Health Organization-endorsed therapy for trauma and stress which can be facilitated in groups without the need for people to verbalize their experiences. 

EMDR's effectiveness is achieved in hours to days, not weeks to months, and its adaptability to various settings, including online platforms, allows for broad and diverse reach, ensuring mental health care is accessible to individuals, regardless of their location or circumstances.

  • Facilitated in groups, in person or online

  • Helps reprocess stress & trauma without talking aloud

  • Effective in as little as one group session

  • Lead by highly-qualified specialists

trau·ma

/ˈtrômə/

The experience of a stressful, frightening or distressing event that continues to impact your day-to-day functioning either physically, socially or emotionally.

When we understand how trauma is stored in the brain and body, we realise we can’t out-talk or simply ignore the distress.

Lynx Hub’s stepped approach to care

Early intervention is at the heart of Lynx Hub’s mental health strategy. 

Statistics show a marked decrease in the progression to chronic PTSD when a traumatic event can be reprocessed through EMDR within 90 days. 

The EMDR group protocol, the ASSYST Group Intervention, is designed to provide this rapid support. Of the 10-20% of individuals who require further support following the ASSYST, Lynx Hub facilitates this, too.

  • “I’ve been to many therapists throughout my life who only scratched the surface; Kara’s therapy in conjunction with her method of EMDR have significantly increased my understanding of my trauma, created greater self acceptance, has afforded me the ability to self-soothe, and move through my healing journey with greater grace.”

  • “I am a woman in an executive role who is also a new mom navigating the balance of both these worlds. Kara has been my number one support on this journey and I owe so much of my self discovery and wins to her. She’s been a fantastic therapist, coach and supporter to have in my corner.”

  • “I was in full burnout and on stress leave when I started working with Kara. She helped me to understand how my internal programming had contributed to getting me to the state I was in, and used EMDR therapy to help me uncover my ‘not good enough’ story that drove my behaviour and decision making. This has helped me transform how I live and opened up opportunities I didn't know were possible before."

Meet the Team

  • Lynx Hub Founder & EMDR Facilitator

    Registered Clinical Counsellor, EMDRIA Certified EMDR Consultant and Trainer

    A Registered Clinical Counsellor (BCACC), a Certified EMDR Therapist (EMDRIA), and a Mental Performance Specialist, Kara is well-respected for her extensive work integrating mental health support with sports performance.

    With her roots as a national-level athlete and a coach for the Canadian National Team, Kara has spent over two decades at the intersection of high performance and psychological resilience.

    Kara's distinctive approach marries her deep understanding of mental fortitude with the transformative power of EMDR therapy. Her extensive training and experience in EMDR have not only solidified her reputation as a leader in mental wellness but also fueled her commitment to pioneering its application beyond traditional settings.

    Recognizing the potential of EMDR to revolutionize mental health support on a national scale in Canada, Kara reached out to collaborate with Kelly Smyth-Dent, a globally recognized EMDR trainer, to develop Lynx Hub.

  • Lynx Hub EMDR Trainer

    Licensed Clinical Social Worker, EMDR Advanced Trainer & EMDRIA Approved Consultant & Trainer

    A Licensed Clinical Social Worker and published researcher, Kelly stands at the forefront of EMDR therapy and training on a global scale. Her work has taken her across continents—from France to Ethiopia and from Bangladesh to India, as well as throughout the United States—conducting training on advanced EMDR protocols.

    As a valued member of world-renowned EMDR-specialist Dr. Ignacio Jarero's esteemed research team in Mexico, Kelly contributes to the cutting-edge development of EMDR therapy.

    In her pivotal role at Lynx Hub, Kelly serves as the lead trainer of specialists, ensuring that the facilitation of EMDR therapy adheres to the highest standards of excellence and consistency.

    Kelly's comprehensive approach to education guarantees that all therapists under Lynx Hub's banner are not only proficient in EMDR techniques but also embody the therapeutic integrity and efficacy that Lynx Hub stands for.

How to work with Lynx Hub to support your people…

  • Reach out today and we’ll customize a group therapy offering unique to your workplace or organization.

  • We’ll facilitate group EMDR therapy in person or online for up to 10 people at a time, as often as needed.

  • In as little as one session, your people will experience a reduction in stress levels and trauma symptoms.

“As the leading cause of stress for Canadian employees, workplace pressure has a tremendous impact on employees’ mental health. Because employees’ mental health is linked to both financial and nonfinancial outcomes, employers have an opportunity to reap benefits in both realms by implementing workplace mental health programs. 

Perhaps most importantly, demonstrating a commitment to employees’ mental health and well-being is becoming central to positioning the company as one that employees, customers, and society at large are proud to support.” 

Deloitte, The ROI in workplace mental health programs

Increased ROI

The median yearly ROI on mental health programs was CA$1.62. Companies whose mental health programs had been in place for three or more years had a median yearly ROI of CA$2.18.

Increased S&P 500 Index

S&P 500 Index companies with high health and wellness scores appreciated by 235 percent over a six-year period, compared with the overall S&P 500 Index appreciation of 159 percent.

Good for people. Good for business.

EMDR's proven efficiency, grounded in the latest neuroscience, means employees can return to full productivity sooner, reducing the duration and associated costs of disability leaves. 

Furthermore, its efficacy in treating trauma and stress-related conditions can lead to a healthier, more resilient workforce, ultimately enhancing organizational performance and individual’s wellbeing.

Increased productivity

Reduced absenteeism

Acknowledgement of human’s truth

Enhanced resiliency and capacity

Aligning mental health support with ESG Goals

At Lynx Hub, we want to help empower companies to excel in their social responsibility. That’s why our services are designed not only to provide exceptional mental health support but also to help companies meet and exceed their ESG commitments.

  • Our online therapy sessions and minimal-infrastructure approach to delivering mental health services cuts down on carbon emissions.

  • We make mental health services accessible to underserved and remote populations, addressing social inequality and promoting inclusivity.

  • Our evidence-based mental health solutions can be embedded into corporate policies to set a new standard for responsible governance and care.

The proof is in the data

Multiple controlled outcome studies and research papers on EMDR therapy have shown:

  • Positive effects of EMDR therapy in the treatment of emotional trauma and other adverse life experiences. Source

  • Seven of 10 studies reported EMDR therapy to be more rapid and/or more effective than trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy. Source

With EMDR, the world now has a new efficient and effective therapy against the damaging effects of traumatic stress, one proven to be quick, low-cost, and widely applicable in a range of crisis settings and cultural milieus. Source