Our People

Meet the Team Behind The Farm Rehab

Katie Bodenstein, MSc

Director of Operations

Katie Bodenstein, MSc, is the Director of Operations at The Farm Rehab. She completed her Master of Science in Psychiatry at McGill University, where her research focused on mood disorders and cognitive health. With a background in psychiatry, Katie combines academic expertise with hands-on leadership in addiction care.

She is passionate about creating compassionate, structured environments where individuals can heal with dignity and support. In addition to her leadership role, Katie contributes to cognitive research initiatives, including work on early dementia detection and geriatric bipolar disorder.

Katie is deeply committed to advancing non-pharmacological approaches to mental health and addiction treatment, ensuring that care is both evidence-based and human-centered.

Katie Bodenstein, MSc, Director of Operations at The Farm Rehab

Sean Ladds, CCS-AC

Program Director

Sean Ladds, CCS-AC, is the Program Director at The Farm, bringing a unique combination of professional knowledge, compassion, and lived experience to his work. As someone in recovery himself, Sean understands the challenges of addiction firsthand and connects with clients through genuine empathy and understanding.

In his role as Program Director, Sean helps oversee The Farm’s treatment program and is committed to creating a supportive, structured environment where clients feel empowered to make meaningful changes. He is passionate about helping others recognize their potential and discover that a healthier, more fulfilling life in recovery is possible.

Sean Ladds, CCS-AC, Program Director at The Farm Rehab

Rabiah Usman, M.D.

Medical Director

Rabiah Usman, M.D. is the Medical Director at The Farm in Stouffville, dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals affected by substance use disorders. With a strong commitment to a client-centred approach, Rabiah works closely with a multidisciplinary team supporting recovery, helping each individual with positive changes resulting in improved health, and rebuilding a healthier life.

Rabiah Usman, M.D., Medical Director at The Farm Rehab

Carolyn Burke, MSW, RSW

Social Worker & Therapist

Carolyn Burke, MSW, RSW, is a Social Worker and therapist on the clinical team at The Farm. As an experienced counsellor with over 30 years of experience supporting individuals, families, couples, and groups, Carolyn brings a strengths-based approach to her work. She has designed and led numerous wellness groups for people of all ages, including the mindfulness and meditation program at The Farm.

As an experienced meditation and mindfulness teacher trainer, Carolyn draws on these evidence-based practices and provides a holistic approach to supporting mental health. She specializes in helping individuals recover from addiction, trauma, loss, depression, anxiety, and family conflict. She works collaboratively with the clinical team at The Farm, meeting people where they are at and helping them live a full and meaningful life. Carolyn provides a nurturing and empowering environment for individuals to recover, find hope, and remember who they are at their core.

Carolyn Burke, MSW, RSW, Social Worker and Therapist at The Farm Rehab

Yonah Budd

Clinical Director

Yonah Budd has over 40 years of experience working with youth and adults struggling with mental health issues, and specifically addictive behaviors. He holds a diploma in Addiction Counseling from George Brown College and is a licensed Private Investigator in Ontario, specializing in crimes related to mental health and substance abuse.

Mr. Budd is a member of The American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress, The National Center for Crisis Management, National Association of Alcohol and Drug Addiction Counsellors.

Yonah is a crisis intervention specialist, Retired Volunteer Chaplain and Addiction Counsellor for the Ontario Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services and has worked with over 3900 patients and their families.

Yonah is the host of the nationally syndicated radio show, At Your Best on the Global News Radio Network.

Yonah Budd, Clinical Director at The Farm Rehab

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