Book an Appointment
Welcome to the Application Portal for our various services:
Take your first step in connecting with our services by booking an intake care coordinator phone call. Calls can be booked specifically for:
- General Services (Adult or Child/Youth) - book if wanting to learn about multiple services or unsure what service is best for you
- In-person/Hybrid Treatment Services (Adult or Child/Youth) - please note that intake sessions may still be virtual even for in-person treatment sessions
- Virtual Treatment Services (Adult or Child/Youth)
- Assessment services (Adult or Child/Youth)
- Equine Therapy (Adult or Child/Youth)
- Low Fee Clinic (Adult or Child/Youth 7 years or older)
Camps or Groups: Take your first step by booking application phone call for camp cycle or group of interest.
Recreational Equine Programs: Take your first step by booking a free riding or carriage driving assessment.
To book: Select the appropriate option and book a time for an application phone call with one of our Intake Care Coordinators
NOTE: If the application is for a CHILD/YOUTH please CREATE THE APPOINTMENT in the name of the CHILD/YOUTH
Grace Armstrong M.Psy.
Grace is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. Grace holds a Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and a Bachelor of Arts in History from Queen’s University.
Grace practices a person-centred, relational approach in her work with clients. While her work is grounded in cognitive-behavioural therapy, Grace also incorporates play-based interventions, narrative techniques, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, solution-focused brief therapy and emotion-focused techniques to develop a unique therapeutic experience for each client.
Grace has previous work experience supporting both youth and adults with presenting challenges such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, anger, interpersonal relationships, emotional regulation and self-esteem.
In addition to her client work, Grace also likes reading, her dog, movie theatres, yoga and making Spotify playlists.
Grace is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapist... Read More
Amelia Buttigieg
Matthew Coppola
Tristan D'Cruz Graduate Student
Dawn De Souza
Caitlin Drew
Melanie Elliott
Jessica Fry
Jessica Fry is a Child and Youth Care Practitioner who graduated from Durham College with an Advanced Diploma in Child and Youth Care. She has dedicated her career to supporting children and youth with behavioural and mental health needs, focusing on building strong relationships, fostering resilience, and promoting overall well-being. Jessica began her journey with Dr. Angela Fountain & Associates as a placement student in the summer camp program. She later joined the team as a Therapeutic Farm Worker, where she combines her child and youth care practice with her many years of experience working with horses. Outside of her professional work, Jessica enjoys dirt biking, ATV riding, and spending time outdoors.
Jessica Fry is a Child and Youth Care Practitioner who graduated from Durham College with an Adva... Read More
Heather Hernden
Julie Hernden M.Psy.
Dr. Emily Jones (Staff) Ph.D., C. Psych
Allegra Lapham
A little bit about me: I have been riding horses since I was 9 and pursued show jumping in my riding career. I went on to teaching lessons of all ages (4-65 yo) the importance of proper flat work and biomechanics. I studied Animal Biology at the University of Guelph, with Equine Nutrition and Gentics as two subjects I find I am most passionate about. I enjoy teaching stable management and helping form the next generation of horse lovers. When I am not at work, I enjoying spending my time training, grooming or riding my own 2 personal horses or taking care of my pot bellied pig.
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Alexandra MacTavish
Alex MacTavish (they/she) is a Psychology Doctoral Resident completing her full-time psychology residency year at Dr. Angela Fountain & Associates. Alex holds a Master of Arts in Child & Adolescent Clinical Psychology (University of Windsor) and a Bachelor of Arts in Honours Psychology, with a minor in Gender, Sexuality, Feminism, and Social Justice Studies (McGill University). They are currently completing their doctoral training in Child & Adolescent Clinical Psychology at the University of Windsor.
Alex joins the clinical team at Dr. Fountain & Associates with experience in community mental health, university psychological services, and private practice settings, working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. At the practice, Alex provides intervention and assessment services under the supervision of a member of the psychology team.
Alex brings a compassionate, integrative, and client-centered approach to their work. Her clinical work is informed by a range of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, play therapy, and trauma-informed approaches, to best meet clients’ needs. Alex embodies a strong commitment to social justice and intersectionality, and strives to create a therapeutic space that is culturally-informed, collaborative, safe, and supportive.
Outside of their clinical work, Alex is a life-long equestrian and enjoys painting with oil pastels, reading, and gardening.
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Carly McDonell Psy.D., C. Psych. (Supervised Practice)
Dr. Carly McDonell is registered as a psychologist in supervised practice with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO). She holds a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology, a certificate in Youth Justice & Interventions, and a B.A. in Forensic Psychology. Her clinical training has included work with Child and Youth Mental Health, Providence Health Care, WorkBC, and the Chilliwack Youth Health Centre.
Carly has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in individual and group therapy, as well as assessment-based settings. She has also provided crisis intervention services through organizations such as the Vancouver Police Department and Kids Help Phone. She completed her doctoral internship at Adler Community Health Services, working across hospital, primary care, and community-based settings. Carly has also worked with Indigenous communities, providing assessments for Indigenous youth and support for caregivers.
Carly practices from a trauma-informed and attachment-based perspective, incorporating CBT and DBT interventions to support clients with a range of concerns including life transitions, relationship conflicts, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. Carly also supports members of the LGBTQ+ community, and her doctoral research explored sexual assault and affirmative therapies for sexual and gender diverse groups.
In addition to cognitive and behavioural therapies, Carly offers equine-assisted therapy where working with horses can provide a safe, experiential way to explore emotions, build resilience, and promote personal growth. She strives to create a welcoming, non-judgmental space where clients feel understood and empowered to work toward their goals.
Dr. Carly McDonell is registered as a psychologist in supervised practice with the College of Psy... Read More
Lauren Mercer
(She/her)
Mila Popovic
Mila Popovic is a Psychology Doctoral Resident completing her full-time psychology residency at Dr. Angela Fountain & Associates. She is currently completing her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at Lakehead University, where she is trained within the scientist-practitioner model. Mila previously earned her Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Lakehead University, and her Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Psychology and Neuroscience from Wilfrid Laurier University.
Mila joins our team with experience providing psychological assessment and intervention across hospital, community mental health, private practice, and educational settings. She has worked with children, adolescents, and adults presenting with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, emotion regulation difficulties, relational challenges, eating disorders, neurodevelopmental conditions (e.g., ADHD and autism), and personality-related concerns. She also has experience conducting comprehensive psychoeducational and diagnostic assessments. At the practice, Mila provides evidence-based assessment and therapy services under the supervision of a registered psychologist.
Mila is committed to creating a warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to work toward meaningful change. Her clinical work is grounded in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), while also informed by Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), mindfulness- and self-compassion-based perspectives. She values tailoring treatment to each individual’s unique strengths, goals, and lived experiences and approaches her work with cultural humility, curiosity, and compassion.
Alongside her clinical work, Mila’s research focuses on understanding the stigma associated with borderline personality disorder and nonsuicidal self-injury, with the goal of improving understanding, compassion, and access to care. Outside of psychology, she enjoys travelling, discovering new restaurants and cafés, staying active through pilates, and spending quality time with family and friends.
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