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Rebecca is a (Qualifying) Registered Psychotherapist with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. Her foundational experience comes from her work at the Toronto Distress Centre, where she provided crisis intervention, suicide prevention, and emotional support via a 24/7 crisis line.

During her time at the Distress Centre, Rebecca also participated in specialized helpline programs, including the Canadian Suicide Prevention Service and the EMS Partnership Program. She supported individuals at risk of emotional or medical crises and was involved in the CAMH Warm Transfer Program, offering care to those with complex mental health and addiction concerns. Working with highly marginalized and vulnerable populations has deepened her understanding of the diversity of human experience and reinforced her commitment to providing compassionate, integrative care.

Rebecca’s approach to therapy is collaborative and tailored to each individual’s unique needs. She draws from a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), mindfulness-based interventions, and Polyvagal Therapy. Rebecca integrates a holistic, trauma-informed perspective, focusing on the mind-body connection and the profound interplay between emotions, the nervous system, and belief systems.

With a strong commitment to culturally sensitive care, Rebecca is here to support you in exploring and honouring the complexity of your lived experience, helping you move toward healing and well-being.

Availability: Monday & Tuesday (Daytime & Evening), Friday (Daytime)

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Alexandra is a client-centered and trauma-informed therapist who works collaboratively with teens, families, and adults struggling with relationships, school, work, and finding hope in their day-to-day lives. These challenges often show up as anxiety, depression, anger, or grief—signals from the body that something isn’t right and that relief is needed.

With 8 years of experience, Alexandra has worked with clients of all ages and life stories in psychiatric settings, addiction treatment centres, and family and children’s agencies. She takes a holistic approach, helping clients understand all the parts they bring to the table and how those parts work together to navigate the world. Alexandra uses a range of therapeutic approaches including CBT, DBT, IFS, EFT, and EMDR to support clients through complex emotions.

In an open, non-judgmental space, Alexandra helps clients process pain and celebrate victories. She’ll cuss and laugh with you as you work together to understand all the unique and complex parts of who you are. Her goal is to help clients reconnect with themselves, feel more hopeful, and manage big emotions with greater ease.

Availability: Daytime, Evenings & Weekends

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Jessica Kalman is a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work (MSW) and over a decade of experience supporting individuals and families through complex emotional challenges. Her early work as a youth worker laid the foundation for her compassionate and relationship-focused practice. Since then, she has served as a clinician at the Owen Sound Family Health Team and in the Eating Disorders Program at SickKids Hospital.

Jessica works from a client-centred, trauma-informed perspective, helping clients navigate concerns such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship issues, and emotional regulation. She draws from a range of therapeutic approaches—including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Somatic Therapy—tailoring treatment to meet each client’s unique needs and goals.

Jessica is committed to creating a supportive and collaborative space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered. Her holistic approach honours the mind-body connection and supports clients in developing tools for lasting emotional well-being.

Availability: Tuesday & Thursday (Daytime & Evening), Sunday (Daytime)

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Jennifer Hanson was born and raised in Thunder Bay and is of mixed settler origin. She has been in the helping profession for nearly a decade, driven by a longstanding passion for mental health. Her diverse experience includes roles such as Mental Health Worker, Crisis Response Worker across North-Western Ontario, Contract Lecturer at Lakehead University’s Department of Social Work, and psychotherapist in both public and private settings. Jennifer has found her calling in psychotherapy, offering clients a warm, authentic space to navigate pain and personal growth.

Her practice primarily focuses on supporting individuals who have experienced trauma, intimate partner violence, and anxiety. With a deep understanding shaped by her own trauma history, Jen brings integrity, compassion, and flexibility to her sessions—tailoring her approach to each client’s pace and needs.

Jen is trained in evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET), Prolonged Exposure Therapy for Post-traumatic stress disorder (PET for PTSD), Trauma focused cognitive behavioural therapy (TF-CBT), and Gottman Couples Method (Level 2 + Trauma and Affair Modules). She is currently expanding her practice to include Internal Family Systems (IFS). These modalities allow her to support clients in managing emotions, challenging negative thoughts, improving relationships, and reducing trauma symptoms.

She works comfortably with adults, youth, couples, and families, and has extensive experience supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, relationship issues, and emotional regulation.

As a pansexual, demi-girl, Jen is a proud member and ally of the 2SLGBTQ+ community and practices from an intersectional, trauma-informed, and harm-reduction lens.

Outside of her work, she enjoys hiking, running, crafting, time with her pets, and board games with friends. Jennifer continues to grow professionally through regular clinical supervision, personal therapy, and ongoing education. She offers a free 20-minute consultation and looks forward to connecting with you.

Availability: Monday-Wednesday (Daytime & Evening)

CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS Jennifer Hanson was born and raised in Thunder Bay and is of mix... Read More