Team

We are a team of mental health professionals that offer counselling, psychotherapy and assessment to residents of Simcoe County. Services are provided to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.

Lara Sigurdson, M.A., C. Psych., Psy.D.

Owner, CEO, Clinical Psychologist

Lara provides treatment, assessment and consultation to first responders and their organizations

Ilicia Simmons, M.A. C. Psych.

Director of Assessment, Clinical Psychologist

Ilicia conducts assessments for children, teens and adults and oversees the assessment clinic operations

Elizabeth Hack, B.Sc, O.T., Psy.D., OTReg (Ont.), RP

Director of Clinical Care, Registered Psychotherapist and Occupational Therapist

Elizabeth works with First Responders and others with complex trauma presentations. She is also a certified consultant in Prolonged Exposure treatment.

Napta Elsadig, M.A., C. Psych. Assoc

Psychological Associate

Napta works primarily with first responders, and other complex trauma issues

Shiri Bartman, M.A. C. Psych. BCBA, RBA (Ont)

Clinical Psychologist

Shiri is a clinical psychologist and a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst

Margaret Mikkelborg, M.A, RP

Registered Psychotherapist

Margaret is a registered psychotherapist with 29 years of experience. She works therapeutically with adults and couples.

Joseph Chimienti, B.Sc.

Senior Clinical Psychometrist

Joseph is a clinical psychometrist at our practice. He significant amount of experience in conducting psychological assessments for varying issues.

Meaghan Keeping, M.A. R.P.

Registered Psychotherapist

Meaghan is a registered psychotherapist who skillfully supports a wide range of clients with various presenting issues.

Laura Kennedy, M.Sc., M.Psy.

Psychological Associate

Laura is a Psychological Associate who provides assessment and treatment services

Debbie Anderson

Office Administrator/Finance Clerk

Debbie is our office administrator and finance clerk. She can be reached by phone or email, and will be happy to help you with any questions.

Cheryl Wood, M.A., R.P.

Registered Psychotherapist

Cheryl is a registered psychotherapist, who provides support to people struggling with various issues, including trauma.

Daniela Accomando, MSW

Registered Social Worker

Daniela is a registered social worker, who provides support to people struggling with grief, trauma, and other issues.

Nicole Coates, M.A., M. Psy.

Clinical Associate

Nicole has a masters degree in psychology and is working towards applying to the College of Psychologists of Ontario

Jennifer Powell, B.A.

Medical Reports Coordinator

Jennifer is the medical reports coordinator in our busy assessment clinic.

Christian Garro, M.Psy.

Clinical therapist and Psychometrist

Christian works in both assessment and treatment, and is working towards membership with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario

Celia Mirco, M.Ed. OT.Reg.(Ont)

Registered Occupational Therapist - Psychotherapist

Celia is a registered occupational therapist - psychotherapist with experience in healthcare and academic settings.

Rachelle Thurston, M.A., RP

Registered Psychotherapist

Rachelle Thurston provides psychotherapy and services to individuals, families, children and youth.

Jody Hicks, M.A., R.P.

Registered Psychotherapist

Jody is a registered psychotherapist who works with adults, families and couples.

Conor Douglas, BBA, BA (in progress)

Psychology Intern and Administrator

Conor is a psychology intern committed to fostering emotional wellness. He brings empathy, curiosity, and collaboration to our team and client interactions