The Relationship Centre
Team Directory
Each therapist at The Relationship Centre brings not only professional expertise, but genuine care for your healing journey. Whether you need individual support, couples therapy, or child and teen counselling, we’re here to help you feel better, grow stronger, and reconnect with yourself and those around you.
Mary Joan Brinson
Founder & Registered Social Worker
My heart has always been called to help people heal and connect – with themselves and those they love most.
Allyson Coogan
Clinical Director & Registered Psychotherapist
Guiding you toward healing, connection, and the life you deserve.
Andrew Garnet
Registered Social Worker
I hold deep respect for the impact of past experiences while focusing on your strength, resilience, and capacity to heal.
Daniel Forsythe
Registered Psychotherapist
Here, you’re invited to be fully human – embraced with compassion, curiosity, and courage.
Emma Elliot
Registered Social Worker
My approach is warm, grounded, and human — we’ll sit together in the hard moments and celebrate the light ones too.
Holly Knowles
Registered Social Worker
Recognizing the need for support is a powerful act of courage.
Jen Bishop
Registered Social Worker
I believe lasting change begins with self-awareness, reconnecting with yourself and learning self-forgiveness.
Jenna Raymond
Registered Social Worker
Together, we can create a safe and compassionate space for your healing and growth.
Julie Wiltshire
Registered Psychotherapist
Some see reaching out for help as a sign of weakness, but it is actually a strength.
Katie Nenke
Registered Social Worker
I believe everyone has the capacity for growth and change, and my role is to help you draw on your strengths to navigate life’s challenges
Mandi Hickman
Registered Social Worker
The values I bring to my work include presence, balance and connection.
Lydia Kellar
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I believe in guiding you in exploring your earliest life experiences by supporting your autonomy and self-direction.
Lindsay Steele
Registered Social Worker
Together, we’ll explore your story with care, compassion, and curiosity. At your pace, in your time.
MaryClair Walker
Registered Social Worker
I’m here to walk with you through the hard parts of life so you don’t have to face them alone.
Melissa Bennett
Registered Social Worker
I understand those I work alongside as whole people whose unique contexts matter.
Monica Melanson
Registered Social Worker
“I offer a warm, grounding space where you can feel understood and supported as you move toward healing and connection.”
Paula Leite
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I bring both fresh energy and deep compassion to my work with individuals and children.
Sonya Ross
Registered Social Worker
My passion is to help people grow forward from where they have been.
Sydney Matson
Registered Psychotherapist
“I’m deeply passionate about helping people uncover their strengths, and live healthy, meaningful lives – at any age and through any challenge.”
Tara Gingrich
Registered Social Worker
I will guide you to increase emotional awareness, build coping strategies and achieve your potential.
Courtney Kelso
Practice Manager
I look forward to helping you feel right at home here at The Relationship Centre.
Emma Dunkley
Client Care Coordinator
I am here to help make your first experience with The Relationship Centre a gentle and caring one.
