Laura Grennan

Laura is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and completed her Master of Science in Psychotherapy at McMaster University where she received an Award of Merit scholarship recognizing her academic excellence throughout the program. She believes in using evidence-based therapies and what is known from research to benefit clients, while using an empathetic, caring, individualized approach. Laura understands the complexities of mental health challenges and life transitions, and strives to provide a non-judgmental, open space for individuals to improve their mental wellbeing and learn tools to cope. She works with clients at their own pace in exploring their difficulties and strongly believes in collaborative work and the value of ongoing feedback.

Laura also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Psychology, Neuroscience, and Behaviour from McMaster University. While completing her undergraduate degree, she completed clinical research placements, observed group CBT for insomnia, and volunteered at McMaster Children’s Hospital in the pediatric eating disorders unit. After graduating, Laura worked as a research analyst at the Centre for Addition and Mental Health (CAMH) in Toronto, then worked as a research assistant in pediatric eating disorders while volunteering for the Crisis Text Line. During graduate school she completed a summer placement at the Anxiety Treatment and Research Clinic at St. Joseph’s West 5th hospital, gaining further assessment experience and working with individuals who have OCD, anxiety and depressive disorders. She also completed a placement in private practice at Valley Centre for Counselling, supporting teenagers and adults with difficulties related to anxiety, depression, and perfectionism. Following graduation, she worked in outpatient mental health triage and supported pregnant, postpartum, and perimenopausal individuals at the Women’s Health Concerns Clinic at St. Joseph’s West 5th hospital.  She loves learning about different therapeutic modalities, and has attended workshops and conferences related to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Self Compassion, and more. She looks forward to using her strong foundation in research, biology, and psychology to support clients holistically.