Individual & Couples Therapy
Supporting you as you navigate what’s hard — so you can start to feel like yourself again
You Might Be Here Because…
Whether you're grieving someone or something important to you, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or stress, struggling in your relationship, or finding it difficult to navigate a major life change, you don't have to figure it all out on your own.
At Alliance Therapy Group, our team of therapists offers individual and couples therapy for adults. We provide a warm, supportive place to feel heard, make sense of what's happening, and find a way forward that feels right for you. We’ll help you find the right clinician who understands your goals and can support you every step of the way.
We offer in-person therapy in Barrie and virtual sessions across Ontario, with direct billing available through most major insurance providers.
Meet the Team
Meet the team of therapists at Alliance Therapy Group.
Catherine McDonald
Registered Psychotherapist
Individuals & Couples
In-Person and Virtual
Grief
Trauma
Relationships
Anxiety
Jennifer LaForge
Registered Psychotherapist
Individuals
In-Person and Virtual
Grief
Trauma
EMDR
People-Pleasing & Boundaries
Stephanie Saunders
Social Worker
Individuals
In-Person and Virtual
Grief
Sleep Challenges
Caregiving
Older Adults
Rebecca Armstrong
RP (Qualifying)
Individuals
Virtual
Anxiety
Stress Management
Burnout
Life Transitions
Learn about our services
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Psychotherapy offered for individuals to explore their challenges and work towards their goals. Visit our services page to learn more.
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Couples psychotherapy is offered for couples to work on their challenges and develop a stronger relationship. Visit our services page to learn more.
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Corporate wellness education presentations are offered on a range of mental health topics to help bring mental health knowledge and resources into the workplace. Visit our services page to learn more.
Why Choose Alliance Therapy Group?
The name Alliance reflects our belief that therapy is a collaborative process built on connection, trust and understanding. It represents the idea of working alongside someone rather than directing or fixing them. We believe people aren't broken; sometimes they just need support in making sense of what they're experiencing. At Alliance Therapy Group, we're here to walk alongside you as you navigate life's challenges, reconnect with what matters and find a way forward.
“Therapeutic alliance, also referred to as the working alliance, the helping alliance, or simply the alliance, refers to the quality and collaborative aspects of the patient-provider relationship that may underlie the effectiveness of different therapeutic practices”
Sagui-Henson et al., 2022
In-person and remote options
Our office is conveniently located in Barrie, Ontario. For in-person sessions, we offer complimentary tea and coffee while you wait, as well as a safe and comfortable space for you to explore your challenges. Can’t make it into the office or prefer to do psychotherapy from home? No worries – we’ve got you covered with virtual psychotherapy services.