Meet Our Team

Lauren is a Registered Psychologist with over 25 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, families, and educators. She specializes in comprehensive psycho-educational and diagnostic assessments for Learning Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), helping clients gain clarity, direction, and access to meaningful supports and accommodations. 

In addition to diagnostic work, Lauren has extensive expertise in evidence-based literacy and math interventions. Grounded in the science of reading and current research in cognitive and academic development, she is deeply committed to helping students build strong foundational skills in decoding, language comprehension, written expression, and numeracy. 

Lauren brings a neurodiversity-affirming and compassionate approach to her practice. She understands that learning, behaviour, and emotional regulation are shaped by brain development, environment, and individual strengths, and she prioritizes dignity, collaboration, and empowerment in every interaction.

Leanne Tattrie is a Registered Psychologist with over two decades of experience supporting individuals, families, and school teams. 

She provides comprehensive ADHD and psychoeducational assessments, consultation, and practical guidance to help individuals better understand their unique strengths and learning needs.

Leanne is known for her warm, collaborative approach and her ability to translate assessment findings into clear, meaningful next steps. She works closely with families, educators, and community partners to develop realistic, strengths-based supports tailored to each individual.

Her goal is simple: to help those she works with feel understood and to empower families and school teams with the tools needed to support growth, confidence, and success.

Leanne’s work is collaborative, practical, and grounded in current research and best practices.

 Jennifer is a Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate (RCT-C) with the Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists and a Certified Canadian Counsellor with the CCPA. With over 20 years of experience, She provides a warm, person-centred space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered to move toward what truly matters to you.
Her approach is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Narrative Therapy, helping you clarify your values and begin to rewrite your story. She also draws from EMDR and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for trauma healing, and she’s  trained in the Gottman Method for couples who wish to strengthen their relationships and communication.
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, loss, relationship struggles, or major life transitions, she believes therapy can be a place to reconnect—with yourself, your values, and the people you love. Together, you will work toward greater clarity, confidence, and wellbeing.

 Kristen is a Learning Support Teacher (LST) with 26 years of experience providing targeted academic support to students with diverse learning needs. She specializes in supporting students by offering individualized tutoring in reading, math, organizational skills, and study skills for students of all ages. Instruction is guided by evidence-based assessments to identify each learner’s strengths and needs, ensuring lessons are targeted, effective, and measurable. Whether your child needs academic support, skill-building, or confidence growth, each session is tailored to promote lasting progress and independent learning. 

Kim MacDonald is a dedicated elementary educator with over 20 years of classroom experience. She holds a Master’s in Administration and a Master’s in Inclusive Education and has spent her career helping children develop strong skills in reading, writing, and math. Her teaching is grounded in evidence-based practices, including structured literacy and explicit phonics instruction, to ensure students build solid academic foundations.

Kim works closely with students and educators to support diverse learning and behavioural needs. Her extensive experience allows her to approach tutoring with patience, structure, and a deep understanding of how to help each child succeed.