Clinicians

Melodie Biray is a registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. She received a Master of Social Work Degree at the University of Toronto’s Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work. She has experience utilizing multiple evidence-based cognitive behavioural interventions, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy. She uses a trauma-informed approach and tailors interventions to meet each client’s unique needs.

Jennifer Denney is a registered Clinical Psychological Associate. She received a Masters of Psychology from the Adler Professional School of Graduate Studies in Toronto. She provides CBT for adults with a range of presenting concerns including anxiety disorders (social anxiety, panic, generalized anxiety/excessive worry, specific phobias), obsessive compulsive disorder and related disorders, trauma, depression and related issues including stress, low self-esteem and relationship concerns.

Dr. Taylor Hatchard works with adolescents and adults experiencing a range of conditions, including mood disorders (e.g., major depressive disorder, persistent depressive disorder), anxiety disorders (e.g., social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, specific phobias) and related disorders (e.g., OCD), and traumatic stress and related disorders (i.e., PTSD). Dr. Hatchard has client-centred approach to therapy and is trained in a number of evidence-based approaches, including disorder specific cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), trauma-focused treatments (e.g., cognitive-processing therapy, prolonged exposure therapy), dialectical behaviour therapy, emotion-focused therapy, and mindfulness. Dr. Hatchard also has specialized training and experience supporting the 2SLGTBQIA+ community. 

Dr.  Key is a registered Clinical Psychologist with expertise in the treatment of adults with anxiety, depression, insomnia and general stress.  She has specialized training in cognitive behavioural therapy, mindfulness based stress reduction and mindfulness based cognitive therapy. She is an assistant professor at McMaster University and the former chair of communications for the Canadian Association for Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies.   

Katie McCabe is a registered Social Worker with specialized training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.  She is also a credentialed member of the Canadian Association of Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies.Currently, in addition to her role at the HCCBT, she holds positions as a social worker at the Mood Disorders Program at St. Joseph’s Healthcare and as a part time assistant professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences at McMaster University.

Dr. Merrifield is a registered Clinical Psychologist who specializes in anxiety, depression, and related difficulties. She is licensed to practice with both youth (13-17) and adults (18+). She is also a Staff Psychologist at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences at McMaster University, and a Clinical Consultant for the Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) Program – West Region, a provincial program focused on increasing access to evidence-based psychotherapy for depression, anxiety, and anxiety-related conditions for Ontarians. 

 Sophia Roth, Ph.D., C.Psych. is a registered Clinical Psychologist specialized in providing mental health services to adults. They have experience working with individuals experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship issues, and issues related to identity. They have a particular interest in working with transition-aged adults (e.g., 17-29) and with all individuals looking to gain a better understanding of themselves within their social context.

Kelsey Gahagan is a registered psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). She completed her Masters of Psychology Degree at Adler Graduate Professional School in Toronto, as well as a Graduate Diploma in Clinical Behavioural Sciences at McMaster University. Kelsey is also employed as a registered psychotherapist at the Anxiety Treatment and Research Clinic (ATRC) at St. Josephs Healthcare Hamilton. She has specialized training in cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), and experience working with adults and adolescents with various presenting concerns, including anxiety disorders, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), general stress, perfectionism, difficulties with assertiveness, and low self-esteem. 

 Dr. Emily Levitt is a Clinical Psychologist (in supervised practice), who is currently being supervised by Dr. Randi McCabe. She completed her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at McMaster University in 2024 and her residency at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton at the Youth Wellness Centre, Young Adult Substance Use Program, and the Anxiety Treatment and Research Clinic. Dr. Levitt has experience working with individuals (age 17+) experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, emotion dysregulation, and substance use. She is also a staff Psychologist at the Youth Wellness Centre.

Dr. Schneider is a registered Clinical Psychologist with specializations in Clinical and Health Psychology for adults. Dr. Schneider has experience providing cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and related therapies (mindfulness, acceptance-based approaches) to help adults struggling with a wide variety of concerns such as depression, anxiety, chronic pain, and trauma. In addition to his role at the HCCBT, Dr. Schneider holds a position as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Anxiety Treatment and Research Clinic at St. Joseph's Hospital.

Christina Sguazzin is a registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO), as well as a Canadian Certified Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). She received a Master’s of Education in Counselling Psychology at the University of Ottawa. She has training and experience using a variety of trauma-informed, 3rdgeneration cognitive behavioural therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and specializes in mood and anxiety disorders, stress/crisis, trauma, addictions, chronic pain, and returning to work.

Dr.  Stead is a registered Clinical Psychologist. She completed her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at McMaster University in 2021, and her residency at the Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre in the Transitional Age Youth Service of the Substance Use and Concurrent Disorders Program, the Youth Outpatient Program, and the Community Mental Health Program. Dr. Stead specializes in the treatment of co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders, emotion dysregulation, trauma, and anxiety disorders. Dr. Stead is also a staff psychologist with the Concurrent Disorders Outpatient Programs at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton.

Hanna Thompson is Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. She received a Master of Social Work Degree from the University of Toronto’s Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work, and a Graduate Diploma in Clinical Behavioural Sciences at McMaster University. Hanna has experience providing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to individuals and groups and adapts treatment as needed to meet the unique needs of her clients.