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Our team
Psychotherapy, Individual
Jennifer LaForge,
Registered Psychotherapist, Co-founder
Jennifer is a Registered Psychotherapist and EMDR-trained therapist who specializes in supporting individuals through grief, trauma, and major life transitions. She works with clients who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or having difficulty coping following loss, painful experiences, or significant changes in their lives.
Jennifer also supports concerns related to anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and personal growth, using a trauma-informed approach that recognizes how past experiences and ongoing stressors can impact emotional well-being and day-to-day functioning.
Her work is collaborative, compassionate, and integrative, drawing from evidence-based therapeutic interventions tailored to each individual client. Clients often describe Jennifer as warm, authentic, and non-judgmental, offering a space where they can feel safe to explore their experiences and move toward meaningful change.
Jennifer offers a free consultation to connect, answer questions, and explore whether working together feels like a good fit.
Contact Jennifer using jennifer@alliancetherapygroup.com or Book a Session with Jennifer
Psychotherapy, Individual and Couples
Catherine McDonald,
Registered Psychotherapist, Co-founder
Catherine is a Registered Psychotherapist with a Master’s in Counselling Psychology, who works with individuals and couples to navigate their challenges. Many of our reactions to life’s experiences—especially the ways we learn to protect ourselves from being hurt—can shape how we think, feel, and relate to others. Over time, these patterns can start to feel heavy or limiting. Catherine offers a safe, compassionate, and judgement-free space where you can slow things down, reflect on your experiences, and better understand yourself.
She supports clients in exploring past experiences, current challenges, and goals for the future at a pace that feels right for them. Catherine believes therapy is not one-size-fits-all, and she works to tailor the therapeutic process to each individual, ensuring your unique needs, strengths, and goals are honoured.
Catherine’s approach is collaborative and interdisciplinary. She values your perspective and sees therapy as a partnership—working together to identify what’s getting in the way and to develop practical, meaningful strategies for change. Her goal is to support you in building skills, increasing self-understanding, and moving toward the life you want to create.
Starting therapy can feel daunting, especially if you’re unsure where to begin. To help make that first step easier, Catherine offers a free 15-minute consultation where you can ask questions, share what’s bringing you to therapy, and see if working together feels like a good fit.
Contact Catherine using catherine@alliancetherapygroup.com or Book a Session with Catherine
Social Work, Individual
Stephanie Saunders,
Registered Social Worker
With 15 years of experience in the field of mental health, Stephanie is a compassionate and skilled registered Social Worker who holds both a bachelor's and a master's degree in Social Work
Stephanie uses evidenced based therapeutic approaches with a focus on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) to help individuals address their concerns. Her person-centered approach, ensures that each person feels heard and understood while fostering a safe environment where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions. By prioritizing collaboration, Stephanie works hand in hand with her clients to establish meaningful goals tailored to their unique needs and aspirations.
Whether you are grappling with the demands of caregiving, seeking to overcome past trauma, or striving to manage anxiety and depression, Stephanie is committed to supporting you on your journey towards mental wellbeing and personal growth.
If you think Stephanie might be a good fit, please reach out to arrange a free 15-minute consultation.
Contact Stephanie using stephanie@alliancetherapygroup.com or Book a Session with Stephanie
Psychotherapy, Individual (Affordable Therapy)
Rebecca Armstrong
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Rebecca is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) completing her practicum at Alliance Therapy Group under clinical supervision. She brings a warm, compassionate, and collaborative approach to therapy, helping clients feel safe, supported, and understood as they explore their experiences and move toward meaningful change. Rebecca works with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, anger, stress, relationship challenges, major life transitions, and grief and loss. She draws from a range of therapeutic approaches and tailors her work to each client’s unique needs, strengths, and goals.
With over 15 years of experience as a certified teacher, Rebecca offers a nuanced understanding of how early learning environments, relationships, and life experiences shape emotional well-being and coping patterns over time. This perspective, alongside her understanding of family systems, supports clients in exploring long-standing patterns, navigating transitions, and building insight and resilience.
Rebecca is passionate about helping clients build practical skills, strengthen resilience, and reconnect with their inner strengths. She believes therapy is a collaborative process and is committed to walking alongside clients as they work toward greater well-being and balance.
Sessions with Rebecca are available through our Affordable Therapy Program. Contact using admin@alliancetherapygroup.com or Book a Session with Rebecca
Empathy, Emotional Support, and Comfort
Wynne,
Comfort Canine and Official “Good Girl”
Wynne is an official “Good Girl” who offers empathy, support, and comfort in therapeutic spaces. Her approach is centred around the use of silence, comforting paw offerings, and providing a calming presence. Wynne is particularly skilled in her use of empathetic sighs, nonjudgemental listening, and unconditional compassion. Wynne aims to work with you and hold the therapeutic space as you work through your challenges. She is dedicated to supporting you in your therapeutic journey.
Wynne is available to participate in therapy sessions with Catherine McDonald. To have Wynne attend your session, please confirm in the intake form your comfort with the presence of a canine in your therapy space.