Counselling and Play Therapy Services

Our Team

Meet the Staff

We are a team of skilled Psychotherapists and Social Workers dedicated to helping you, your family or your child arrive at a sense of inner peace and discover your inner strengths.

Ann Tichelaar Swerdfeger

Ann Tichelaar Swerdfeger

Registered Psychotherapist & Certified Play Therapist

Woodstock and Tillsonburg, Virtual or In Person

From the start I aim to connect with folks where they are at. I believe that by doing this it creates a healthy therapeutic alliance which is key to successful outcome and healing. With more than 25 years of experience, I use an integrative approach including Sand Tray, EMDR, Narrative, Acceptance Commitment, Art and Play.

Areas of Focus

  • Children & Parent-Child Interaction
  • Attachment Building
  • Anxiety & Trauma
  • Parental Separation & Adoption
  • Teens/Adults: Trauma, Grief, Biofeedback
  • Parenting Support & Supervision

Training & Credentials

  • Certified Play Therapist
  • Masters of Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy
  • EMDR & Brainspotting trained
  • Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP)
  • Animal Assisted Play Therapy
  • Gottman Level 1 (Couples)
Ariana Heeraman

Ariana Heeraman

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Woodstock (Virtual & In-Person)

For the past nine years, I've supported the growth and well-being of children and youth in various settings, including those who are neurodiverse or living with disabilities. My approach is warm, client-centred, and integrative. I draw from CBT, DBT-informed skills, mindfulness, and body-based techniques.

Areas of Focus

  • Children (10+), Teens & Adults
  • Neurodiversity & Disabilities
  • Anxiety & Grief
  • Relationship Challenges
  • Self-esteem
  • Play-based approaches

Training & Credentials

  • Honours BSc in Mental Health Studies — University of Toronto
  • MA Counselling Psychology — Yorkville University
  • CBT & DBT-informed
  • Mindfulness & body-based techniques
Brittany

Brittany

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Woodstock (Virtual & In-Person)

Brittany's approach to counselling is warm, gentle, and compassionate, with an emphasis on building a therapeutic relationship where clients feel safe, understood, and accepted. First appointments are always free, with reduced fees and sliding scale options available.

Areas of Focus

  • Children (7+), Teens & Adults
  • Anxiety & Stress
  • Life Transitions
  • Self-esteem & Personal Growth
  • Relationship Challenges

Training & Credentials

  • Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
  • Student Practicum — Yorkville University
  • Supervised by Ann Tichelaar Swerdfeger, CPT
Chelsea Jackson

Chelsea Jackson

Registered Psychotherapist

Woodstock and Tillsonburg (Virtual & In-Person)

Chelsea is a Registered Psychotherapist who works with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. She brings a warm, collaborative approach to therapy, meeting clients where they are and supporting them through a wide range of life challenges.

Areas of Focus

  • Children, Teens & Adults
  • Couples & Families
  • Anxiety & Depression
  • Relationship Challenges
  • Life Transitions

Training & Credentials

  • Registered Psychotherapist
Clarke Kennedy

Clarke Kennedy

Registered Psychotherapist

Woodstock (Virtual & In-Person)

Clarke is available to meet with individuals and families, with a special interest in helping people work through issues with anxiety, self-esteem, depression, addiction, loneliness, life transitions, family problems, academic concerns, grief, self-awareness, personal development, trauma, OCD, faith, and identity formation.

Areas of Focus

  • Youth (15+) & Adults
  • Anxiety & Depression
  • Addiction & Self-esteem
  • Grief & Life Transitions
  • Trauma & OCD
  • Faith & Identity Formation

Training & Credentials

  • Registered Psychotherapist
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Solution Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-informed & Mindfulness techniques
Dana Fallowfield-Adams

Dana Fallowfield-Adams

Client Care Coordinator

Remote / Email

Dana is our Client Care Coordinator extraordinaire! With over 15 years in the health care field, Dana is available via email to assist you with all your questions and concerns. Please note, Dana does not work a typical work week but will respond at her earliest convenience.

Areas of Focus

  • Counselling process questions
  • Best-fit therapist matching
  • First appointment booking
  • Billing & Jane system
  • General inquiries

Training & Credentials

  • ASIST Suicide Prevention Training
  • SafeTALK Suicide Prevention
  • Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury — University of Tasmania
  • 15+ years in healthcare
Emma Kelly-Maidment

Emma Kelly-Maidment

Registered Social Worker

Woodstock and Tillsonburg (Virtual & In-Person)

Emma is a Registered Social Worker who works with children aged 10 and up, teens, and adults. She brings a compassionate, client-centred approach to her work, creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients feel truly heard and supported.

Areas of Focus

  • Children (10+), Teens & Adults
  • Anxiety & Depression
  • Life Transitions & Self-esteem
  • Trauma
  • Relationship Challenges

Training & Credentials

  • Registered Social Worker
  • Trauma-informed practice
  • Strengths-based & client-centred approach
Eric Jamieson

Eric Jamieson

Student — Intake & Group Facilitation

Woodstock

Hi, my name is Eric! I am an undergraduate student at Kings University College, where I am in my fourth year of an honour's specialization in psychology and major in disability studies. I am delighted to be doing a year-long placement working with the Counselling and Play Therapy Services team. When I'm not in school, I enjoy my work with Community Living London's Respite service, where I am most often supporting children with developmental disabilities. I am excited for the opportunity to learn through this experience and from the team here at Counselling and Play Therapy.

Areas of Focus

  • Intake support
  • Group facilitation

Training & Credentials

  • Student placement
Laura Dungo

Laura Dungo

Registered Psychotherapist

Woodstock (Virtual & In-Person)

Laura is a Registered Psychotherapist who works with children aged 4 and up, teens, and adults. She brings a warm, creative energy to her sessions, drawing on play-based and expressive approaches to help clients of all ages feel safe, heard, and understood.

Areas of Focus

  • Children (4+), Teens & Adults
  • Anxiety & Depression
  • Life Transitions & Self-esteem
  • Trauma
  • Play-based & expressive approaches

Training & Credentials

  • Registered Psychotherapist
  • Play-based & expressive approaches
  • Trauma-informed practice
Macey Faith

Macey Faith

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Woodstock (Virtual & In-Person)

Macey is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) who works with children aged 4 and up, teens, adults, and families. She brings warmth, curiosity, and a genuine care for her clients to every session.

Areas of Focus

  • Children (4+), Teens & Adults
  • Families
  • Anxiety & Life Transitions
  • Self-esteem & Family Dynamics
  • Play-based & expressive approaches

Training & Credentials

  • Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
  • Play-based & expressive approaches
  • Trauma-informed practice
Olivia Richardson

Olivia Richardson

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Woodstock (Virtual & In-Person)

Olivia is a Registered Psychotherapist who works with teens, adults, and couples. She is committed to creating a safe, supportive space where clients can explore their experiences and work toward meaningful change.

Areas of Focus

  • Teens & Adults
  • Couples
  • Anxiety & Stress
  • Relationship Challenges
  • Life Transitions

Training & Credentials

  • Registered Psychotherapist
Jenny the therapy dog

Meet Jenny — Our Therapy Dog Intern

Jenny is our "Intern" training to become a certified Assisted Therapy/ Visiting Dog and works alongside Ann on most days. Her mixed breed of Cocker Spaniel and King Charles Cavalier lends naturally to working and supporting people. She absolutely loves to see clients and is up to date on all her vaccinations. Ann has completed training in Animal Assisted Play Therapy.