Our Team
Caitlyn NELSON
Owner and Operator, Registered Psychotherapist (RP), Certified Leadership Coach (CLC)
Caitlyn is a psychotherapist and consultant specializing in:
Mental Performance and Team Dynamics
Anxiety Disorders (OCD, GAD, Panic, Phobia)
Stress and Burnout
Life transitions
She works with athletes, high performers, and adults navigating everyday personal and professional challenges. Caitlyn blends performance psychology with practical therapy to build resilience, manage pressure, and strengthen overall well-being, bringing a direct, grounded style with genuine compassion.
Northern Ontario Lead, Master of Social Work (MSW)
Jacob Mitchell
Jacob is a mental health clinician and coach specializing in:
Trauma
Addiction
First Responder Support
Stress and Burnout
Mental Performance
He works with adults, young people, and athletes, providing practical, evidence-based strategies to help clients regain balance, build resilience, and navigate personal, professional, and performance challenges with confidence and clarity.
Emma Boire
Southern Ontario Lead, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) (RPQ)
Emma is a psychotherapist specializing in:
Mental Performance and Team Dynamics
Self-Esteem and Confidence
Trauma and EMDR
Anxiety and Depression
She works with children, young people, and adults, bringing a warm, approachable presence and focusing on balance, self-reflection, and personal growth to support psychological well-being and resilience.
SIMON MCKENDRY
Ocupational Therapist (OT)
Student Supervisor
Simon is an Occupational therapist providing psychotherapy specializing in:
Athlete Mental Performance
Anxiety Disorders (OCD, GAD, Panic, Phobia)
Trauma and PTSD
Depression and Relationships
He works with athletes and adults, bringing years of experience supporting diverse populations in the public health care system. Simon combines evidence-informed strategies with a practical, approachable style, helping clients manage stress and anxiety, process trauma, and build resilience in both everyday life and high-pressure situations.
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) (RPQ)Practicum Student
MACKENZIE OWEn
Mackenzie is a psychotherapist specializing in:
Self-esteem
Stress Management
Mental Performance
Anxiety
She works with adults and youth over 12 years of age, offering reduced-rate therapy and bringing a compassionate, results-focused approach to help clients build confidence, manage stress, and strengthen overall well-being.
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) (RPQ), Practicum Student
Francis Zita
Francis is a psychotherapist specializing in:
Self-Esteem
Stress Regulation
Mental Performance
Anxiety
He works with adults and youth over 12 years of age, providing reduced-rate therapy and using a supportive, strengths-based approach to help clients increase confidence, cope with stress, and enhance overall well-being.
Amanda Meldrum
Amanda is our athlete ambassador, Lyft facilitator, and a Master’s in Counselling student with a strong background in mental health support. She has experience working with children and older adults in clinical placements, using behavioural strategies and mindfulness techniques to help clients thrive. A former Worlds-level cheerleader and current Team Canada athlete, Amanda is passionate about the mind-body connection, fitness, and supporting others in managing mental health challenges.
Facilitation Lead, Athlete Ambassador Master Of Counselling Student
Meet the Anxiety Monster! Amanda has been a huge part of bringing this little beast to life, helping us show that anxiety can be understood, faced, and even tamed.
REDUCED RATE THERAPY
At Lyft, practicum students gain hands-on experience while providing clients with high-quality support at a reduced cost. All sessions are closely supervised by our experienced clinicians, ensuring safe, effective care. This program helps make therapy more accessible while supporting the next generation of mental health professionals.
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