Our Team
“The strength of the team is each individual member. The strength of each member is the team.”
New Roots Therapy is a collaborative group counseling and wellness practice. Our associate practitioners work together to help you care for your mind, body, and relationships using psychotherapy and counseling, naturopathic medicine, and massage therapy services.
Owner & Co-Founder
Melissa Kroonenberg, MSc, RP, RMFT
Melissa is a Registered Psychotherapist and Registered Marriage & Family Therapist with more than 10 years of experience in the field. Melissa co-founded New Roots Therapy in 2010 after completing her graduate studies in Couple and Family Therapy at the University of Guelph.
Our Practitioners
Ashley Henderson, MACP, RP
Ashley is a Registered Psychotherapist as well as our team’s Behaviour Specialist. Ashley works with children, youth, and adult individuals experiencing mood and behaviour-related concerns.
Rochelle Montague, MACP, RP
Rochelle is a Registered Psychotherapist who works with clients experiencing challenges with self-esteem, depression, anxiety, emotion regulation, and stress. Rochelle is also a part of our Couples’ Clinic
Dr. Lisa Smith, ND
Lisa is one of our team’s Naturopathic Doctors. Using a patient-centred approach to care, Lisa has experience treating concerns such as depression, anxiety, insomnia, stress, digestive health issues, and more.
Ezza Shazada, M.A., RP (Qualifying)
Ezza works with clients experiencing areas of concern such as Depression, Anxiety, Emotional regulation, Self-esteem matters, Stress management, Attachment style, and Relational issues. Her approach is trauma-informed, client-centered, solution-focused, and emotional-focused, and is delivered through a lens of mindfulness and self-compassion.
Elisabeth Oliver, M.A., RP (Qualifying)
Elisabeth’s areas of focus include Individual therapy (18+), Anxiety and stress, Depression, Relationship challenges, Life transitions, Grief and loss, and Living with chronic illness or pain.
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Christina LeClair, M.A., RP (Qualifying)
Christina's areas of focus include Individual Therapy (13+), First Responders, Stress/Anxiety Management, Social Stressors, Life Challenges, Relational Issues, Women’s Health (PMS/Perimenopausal/Menopausal), and Self-esteem/Self-compassion.
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Master Level Training Counsellor
Kim Stuart, M.A. Candidate, Available January- August 2026
Kim is a Master’s Level Training Counsellor completing his graduate practicum placement at New Roots Therapy.
Her areas of focus include individual therapy for youth (13+) and adults, with support for anxiety and depression, burnout and overwhelm, emotional regulation and grounding, family conflict, grief and loss, identity exploration and self-discovery, life transitions, parenting, perfectionism, relational concerns, self-esteem and self-compassion, and workplace stress.
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Master Level Training Counsellor
Kelsey Binger, M.A. Candidate, Available January- August 2026
Kelsey is a Master’s Level Training Counsellor completing his graduate practicum placement at New Roots Therapy.
Her areas of focus include therapy (12+) with a focus on anxiety and stress, depression and mood concerns, emotional regulation, trauma, sexual and domestic violence, relationship concerns and boundary-setting, self-esteem and self-compassion, life transitions, work/life balance and burnout, and neurodivergent identity.
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Georgia Campbell, MACP, RP
Georgia has a background in Psychology and Child, Youth, and Family Studies. She works with clients experiencing challenges with self-esteem, depression, anxiety, emotion regulation, and stress.
Julia Donovan, MACP, RP
Julia is a Registered Psychotherapist who has experience working with adults, youth, couples, and families. Julia’s background in theatre is uniquely incorporated into her counseling work. Julia is also a part of our Couples’ Clinic.
Dr. Albert Iarz, ND, RMT
Albert is a naturopathic doctor and registered massage therapist who takes an individualized approach to his patients. His practice focuses on: Chronic Pain Management, Digestive Health, Hormone Health, and Mental Health.
Kelly Onofre-Turcios, MACP, RP
Kelly works with individuals & couples experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship concerns, and self-esteem challenges to improve their overall well-being. Kelly has a background in health and fitness, addictions, and mental health. Kelly is also a part of our Couples’ Clinic.
Christine Wright, M.A., RP (Qualifying)
Christine’s areas of focus include Adults and transitional-aged young adults aged 18+, Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Self-esteem, Life transitions, Addiction, and Relational concerns.
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Master Level Training Counsellor
Kenton Domize, M.A. Candidate, Available September - April 2026
Kenton is a Master’s-level training counsellor completing his graduate practicum at New Roots Therapy. His focus areas include individual therapy (12+), anxiety and stress, identity exploration (neurodivergent and LGBTQIA2S+), relational issues, life transitions, grief, depression, boundary-setting, work/life balance, emotional regulation, and self-esteem.
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Master Level Training Counsellor
Deanne Rose, M.A. Candidate, Available January- August 2026
Deanne is a Master’s Level Training Counsellor completing his graduate practicum placement at New Roots Therapy.
Her areas of focus include individual therapy (12+) with a focus on anxiety and depression, stress and emotional regulation, self-esteem and self-compassion, neurodivergent identity support, relational concerns, work-life balance and burnout, student-related concerns, trauma, life transitions, and grief and loss (including ambiguous or anticipatory loss).
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Terence Dayot, M.A., RP
Terence is a Registered Psychotherapist who has experience working with adults dealing with concerns including anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Jasmine Raea Perry, MACP, RP
Jasmine works with clients experiencing challenges with self-esteem, depression, anxiety, emotion regulation, and stress. Jasmine is also available for Family Therapy and Couples Counseling.
Samantha Yorke, M.A., RP
Samantha has experience supporting newly-migrated families and at-risk youth experiencing challenges such as anxiety, depression, culture shock, bullying, etc. She is also currently training in Couples Therapy.
Caitlyn Cunha, M.A., RP (Qualifying)
Caitlyn’s areas of focus include Depression, Anxiety, Meaning and purpose, Worrying and ruminations, Self-esteem and self-compassion, Perfectionism, Emotional regulation, Empowerment, Body image and body neutrality, Disordered eating, Neurodivergent identities, Sexual harm and violence, Boundaries and boundary-setting, Effective communication, Spirituality, Life transitions, Student-related stress and concerns, and Work/life balance.
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Heather Phipps, M.A. RP (Qualifying)
Heather’s area of focus includes Individuals (youth and adults) 8+, Anxiety & Social Anxiety, Depression, Life transitions, Grief, Self-esteem, Perfectionism, Domestic violence-related concerns, Relational or attachment issues, Parenting support, and parent-child conflict.
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Rebecca Pereira, M.A. Candidate, Available September - April 2026
Rebecca is a Master’s-level training counsellor completing her graduate practicum at New Roots Therapy.
Her areas of focus include individual therapy (12+), anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting, cultural identity, life transitions, and grief.
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Master Level Training Counsellor
Ashley Dragozetic, M.A. Candidate, Available January- August 2026
Ashley is a Master’s Level Training Counsellor completing his graduate practicum placement at New Roots Therapy.
Her areas of focus include individuals 13+ with anxiety and depression, self-esteem concerns, relationship challenges (including non-traditional structures), family or childhood wounds, corporate stress and burnout, and strengthening boundaries and communication. She works with adults, students, and 2SLGBTQ+ clients.
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New Roots Therapy Client Care Team
Jenny
Jenny is our Clinic’s Operation Manager. Jenny is currently available Monday-Friday, 8-4 pm, to answer any questions you might have about our services.
Brianna
Brianna is our Team Lead Support. Brianna is available Monday-Friday, 9-5 pm, to answer any questions you might have about our services and assist you with scheduling your appointments.
Faatimah
Faatimah is our Client Care Specialist. She is available Tuesday-Thursday, 5-9 pm, to answer any questions you might have about our services, and assist you with scheduling your appointments.