Business Details
32 Years
experience
Trusted Psychological Services in Oshawa
Founded in 1994 by Dr. Angela Fountain, our practice emerged to address the critical need for accessible psychological assessment and treatment services for children, youth, and families in the Durham Region. Over three decades, we have grown into a multidisciplinary team of registered psychologists, social workers, psychotherapists, and equine specialists, united by a shared commitment to compassionate, evidence-based care. Our approach prioritizes collaboration, with treatment plans tailored to individual needs, incorporating modalities such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, play therapy, and nature-informed practices. We pioneered equine-assisted psychotherapy in our region, leveraging the therapeutic power of horses to address emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges.Our team includes Dr. Emily Jones, Director of Clinical Operations, who continues our legacy of excellence while expanding our capacity to serve adults. We maintain strong community partnerships with schools, healthcare providers, and funding agencies to ensure comprehensive support for our clients. Our therapeutic farm environment offers unique opportunities for growth through horseback riding, carriage driving, and animal-assisted interventions. We adhere to strict ethical standards, emphasizing transparency, cultural sensitivity, and continuous professional development. Our mission remains unchanged: to instill love, value, and purpose in every individual we serve while fostering resilience and personal growth.
Services
Individual Therapy
Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy
Psychological Assessments
Group Programs
Horseback Riding Lessons
Carriage Driving Lessons
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized experience in child and family mental health
- Our multidisciplinary team includes registered psychologists and equine specialists
- We combine evidence-based therapies with innovative nature-informed interventions
- We maintain partnerships with regional funding agencies and educational institutions
- Our therapeutic farm environment provides unique animal-assisted treatment opportunities
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions address mental health concerns across the lifespan. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT, we help clients manage anxiety, depression, ADHD, and relationship challenges. Sessions focus on developing coping strategies and emotional regulation skills through personalized treatment plans.
Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy
This unique modality combines horse interactions with traditional psychotherapy. Clients develop self-awareness and social skills through groundwork and riding activities. Proven effective for autism spectrum disorder, trauma recovery, and confidence building, sessions occur in our therapeutic farm environment with trained equine specialists.
Psychological Assessments
We conduct comprehensive assessments for learning disabilities, ADHD, and developmental disorders. The process includes initial consultation, targeted testing, and detailed reporting with actionable recommendations. Our reports support educational planning and access to specialized services for children and adults.
Horseback Riding Lessons
English riding lessons emphasize horsemanship and confidence building. Instructors teach balance, communication, and horse care fundamentals. Programs accommodate beginners and experienced riders, focusing on mindfulness and connection through mounted and groundwork exercises in a supportive learning environment.
Carriage Driving Lessons
Participants learn safe carriage handling techniques including harnessing and vehicle control. Lessons develop spatial awareness and responsibility through structured driving exercises. Our beginner-friendly programs build confidence gradually while maintaining strong safety protocols in our therapeutic farm setting.
People
Dr. Angela Fountain
Owner, Founder & Registered Psychologist
Founder of the practice with over 30 years of experience in child psychology. Specializes in developmental disorders and family therapy. Maintains active clinical involvement while overseeing practice operations.
Dr. Emily Jones
Director of Clinical Operations
Registered Psychologist and clinical leader with expertise in adult mental health. Oversees service quality and professional development. Implements evidence-based treatment protocols across all practice areas.
Dr. Jessica Rosenthal
Registered Psychologist
Specializes in autism spectrum disorder assessments and interventions. Conducts diagnostic evaluations and develops individualized treatment plans. Provides consultation to educational institutions regarding accommodations.
Patti Hoskin
Therapeutic Equine Specialist
Manages equine therapy programs with 15+ years of experience in animal-assisted interventions. Trains horses for therapeutic work and supervises riding and driving sessions focusing on emotional regulation outcomes.
Stephanie Hubbard
Registered Social Worker
Provides family counseling and community resource coordination. Specializes in trauma-informed care and parent-child relationship building. Facilitates support groups for caregivers of children with special needs.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer for children?
We provide individual therapy, play therapy, and specialized assessments for ADHD, autism, anxiety, and learning disabilities. Our equine-assisted programs also support emotional development in children.
Are psychological services covered by insurance?
Private psychological services aren't OHIP-covered but often included in extended health benefits. We provide invoices for insurance reimbursement and accept select funding agencies like Ontario Autism Program.
How do I start therapy services?
Begin with a free 15-minute consultation, then complete an intake application. Our coordinator will match you with the appropriate clinician for your specific needs.
What equine therapy options are available?
We offer equine-assisted psychotherapy sessions and English riding lessons focused on confidence building. Both programs incorporate horse interactions to improve emotional regulation and social skills.
Do you provide psychological assessments for adults?
Yes, we conduct assessments for adults seeking ADHD diagnosis, career guidance, or understanding cognitive patterns. Our reports include practical recommendations for personal and professional development.
Reviews (5)
Richard
Aug 15, 2021
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Very biased against men aided the mother in alienating my son who Id been close to for 14 years and drove my son from a careing stable father, Truely dishonest person
Kelly Pinkerton
Aug 10, 2021
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Dr. Angela Fountain is no longer a safe mental health professional, nor is anyone who adopts her philosophies or style of work in reintegration therapy. She uses religion as a shield and reason to support her bully like style of forcing families to do what she says. If that doesn't work and your entangled in the family court system, she will use the strongest forms of passive aggressive threats to scare you into believing the "report" she is going to write will alienate you from your children and cost you thousands more in legal fees. Our family should file a report with her College, but the post
J. Mb
Jun 11, 2021
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Counsellors make friendly conversation, give a couple of minutes of advice occasionally, and play online games with your child.
Trevor Turnbull
Jul 28, 2020
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I visited this office when my brother and I were young. Both of our psychologists aided our young and impressionable minds into believing that our actions were correct, making our relationship far worse than before. Disgrace of a clinic.
Stephanie Paterson
Feb 02, 2019
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My son typically hates going to any appointments elsewhere but is very excited everytime we come to visit the farm. Within a few short months we have seen tremendous progress and an increase in him using strategies which he has learned with his therapist. I am very happy we have found this place to assist him in his growth throughout his childhood. Very hope filled!
