Dr. Swallow founded the OCCT in 1994 and has maintained an Oakville-based practice in clinical, health and rehabilitation psychology since that time. Dr. Swallow’s professional experience includes work on the Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Unit at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto. A founding member of the Canadian Association of Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies (CACBT) and a CACBT-certified cognitive behaviour therapist, Dr. Swallow has a special interest in CBT for depression, anxiety, couples problems, and stress-related health difficulties.

Dr. Adams has worked in private practice settings for the last decade treating couples as well as individual concerns such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, divorce, bereavement, and relationship/ interpersonal difficulties. Her clinical training included placements at the CAMH’s Affective Disorders Unit and the Sunnybrook Hospital’s Short-term Psychotherapy Unit. Dr. Adams has a specific interest in working with couples using emotionally focused therapy (EFT). She participated as a therapist in Dr. Leslie Greenberg’s research project about resolution of couples’ emotional injuries and has also authored a paper on forgiveness processes in couples.

Abid Azam completed his doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology and a graduate diploma in Health Psychology at York University. Abid completed his pre-doctoral residency at the CAMH Work, Stress, and Health Program, and the University of Toronto’s Health & Wellness Centre. He also completed practicums at the Toronto General Hospital’s Transitional Pain Service, McMaster Medical Hospital’s Michael G. DeGroote Pain Clinic, and the York University Psychology Clinic. At the OCCT, Abid works with adults experiencing a variety of issues including anxiety-related problems (generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorders), PTSD and complex trauma, depression, life direction guidance for emerging adults, and health-related problems (e.g. chronic pain, coping with illness). He also has a particular interest in the assessment, treatment, and support of return-to-work efforts for clients who have experienced psychological and/or physical trauma within the workplace. Services offered in English and Urdu/Hindi.

Dean Carcone completed his doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology at the University of Toronto. Dean’s past professional experience includes positions at the Centre for Psychological Services and Research, the Ottawa Institute for CBT, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health Psychological Trauma Program, Ryerson University, and the Frederick W. Thompson Anxiety Disorders Centre at Sunnybrook Hospital. Dean’s primary theoretical orientation is cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). He works with adults and strives to collaboratively implement individually-tailored CBT programs to help support them through and help them learn strategies to manage challenging mental health symptoms. Dean has been providing individual therapy for over seven years, specializing in the treatment of anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, phobias, and depression.

Dr. Mashal Haque completed her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at Queen’s University. She recently finished her predoctoral residency in the Department of Clinical Health Psychology at the University of Manitoba, where she treated a breadth of issues including anxiety disorders, chronic pain, depression, sleep disorders/insomnia, and women’s health concerns. Other training experiences include positions with the Queen’s Psychology Clinic, Kingston Health Science Centre (Family Court Clinic, Adult Mental Health Program), and Providence Care Hospital (Brain Injury Services, Mood Disorders Outpatient Service). At OCCT, Dr. Haque provides Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and values building warm, non-judgmental, and collaborative working relationships. She has a strong passion for working with women experiencing mood and anxiety difficulties during different reproductive life stages (e.g., pregnancy, postpartum).

Dr. Melissa Howlett completed her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at Dalhousie University, with much of her clinical training completed at the IWK Health Centre, in Halifax, Nova Scotia. She subsequently completed her Pre-Doctoral Residency in Pediatric and Child Clinical Psychology at Alberta Children’s Hospital. Dr. Howlett’s clinical experience and interests span both health and clinical psychology. She has experience providing psychological treatment to support children, teens, and their families in managing the physical, emotional, and social challenges related to managing complex medical needs and living with chronic health conditions. She also has experience providing assessment and treatment services to children and teens who struggle with anxiety, mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and behavioural challenges. At the OCCT, Dr. Howlett provides Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), as well as other third-wave behaviour therapies including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and skills grounded in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), to address each individual’s needs. In addition to her work at the OCCT, Dr. Howlett currently holds a position at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) providing psychosocial support to youth and families within the Division of Haematology/Oncology.

Pauline Leung completed her PhD in Clinical Psychology at Queen’s University and concurrent to her work at the OCCT, holds a position at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences. She completed her predoctoral residency at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton, providing psychological services to adults within the Anxiety Treatment and Research Clinic (ATRC) and the Forensic Psychiatry Program. Other experience includes placements with Maple Family Health Team, services affiliated with Queen’s University (Student Wellness Services, The Psychology Clinic), Kingston Health Sciences Centre (Family Court Clinic, Adult Eating Disorders Program), Providence Care Hospital (Forensic Mental Health), and Forensic Behaviour Services. At the OCCT, Pauline provides cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and strives to be collaborative and nonjudgmental in her approach. She has a particular interest in working with adults experiencing depression, anxiety and/or anxiety-related issues.

Dr. Mohan earned her doctoral degree at Western University. She has extensive training and experience in health and rehabilitation psychology, and while in London she worked at Victoria Hospital’s Behavioural Medicine Service, at University Hospital’s Epilepsy Program, and at St. Joseph’s Health Care’s Cardiac Rehabilitation and Secondary Prevention Program, as well as at its Rheumatology Day Program. Her training and experience in clinical psychology includes positions with the Mood and Anxiety Disorders Program, and the Assessment Program at London’s Regional Mental Health Care. In addition, she has worked at Western University’s Student Development Centre and in several private practices in the London area. Dr. Mohan also presently works at Toronto Western Hospital, providing psychological services to individuals with work-related musculoskeletal injuries, chronic pain and/or psychological trauma. At the OCCT, Dr. Mohan has a special interest in using CBT to help clients who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, relational issues, chronic pain, and a variety of other health challenges to optimize coping and to improve the quality of their lives.

Danielle Rice completed her PhD in Clinical Psychology at McGill University. In addition to her work at the OCCT, she holds a position at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton in the Mood Disorders Program. Danielle’s past professional experience includes providing psychotherapy and assessments at the Jewish General Hospital, the Emotional Health CBT Clinic, McGill University Counselling Centre, and the Allan Memorial Institute in Montreal. Danielle completed her predoctoral residency at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton (Women’s Health Concerns Clinic, Behavioural Medicine Consultation Services, Schizophrenia and Severe Mental Illness). Danielle’s primary theoretical orientation is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). At the OCCT, Danielle uses a shared decision-making model when engaging in psychotherapy with clients, and she prioritizes forming a therapeutic relationship founded on genuineness and compassion. She has particular interest in working with adults experiencing stress and burnout, mood or anxiety concerns, those with chronic health diagnoses, pregnant or postpartum women, and individuals diagnosed with bipolar or schizophrenia.

Dr. Hilary Scott-Row completed her Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology at the University of Hartford in West Hartford, Connecticut. She completed her predoctoral residency at The Child and Adolescent Psychology (CAP) Centre in Aurora, Ontario where she engaged in therapeutic and assessment work with youth and families. Additional clinical experience includes the Peel District School Board, in Ontario, as well as experiences in Connecticut, which include Wheeler Clinic (Northwest Village School), Integrated Wellness Group, and The University of Connecticut Health Center (Child/Adolescent Anxiety and Mood Program; Nurturing Families Network). At the OCCT, Dr. Scott-Row provides Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) as well as other third-wave behaviour therapies including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to children and teens, which can include parent consultation/support. Dr. Scott-Row also provides assessment services to youth such as: diagnostic assessments, giftedness testing, psychoeducational assessments, autism assessments, and social-emotional assessments. She has a particular interest in working with youth experiencing anxiety and/or depression. Dr. Scott-Row is also dedicated to treating and assessing youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Dr. Silberstein completed his doctoral degree in clinical psychology at Long Island University. His past professional experience includes positions within various community mental health and hospital-based settings, such as Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center, and WellSpan Philhaven Community Mental Health Center. Dr. Silberstein completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Anxiety Treatment and Research Clinic at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton where he specialized in the assessment and treatment of anxiety disorders. At the OCCT, Dr. Silberstein provides assessment and cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) services for adults struggling with stress, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and depression. Dr. Silberstein uses a collaborative and empathic approach to develop a shared understanding of clients’ goals and how to overcome barriers that are interfering with achieving them.

Dr. Leah Tobin completed her doctoral training in clinical psychology at the University of Calgary. Her work experience includes positions at the Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre’s Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy Service and its Regional Psychological Assessment Service, the Sunridge Medical Gallery’s Community Mental Health Clinic, the Foothills Medical Centre’s Mood Disorders Program and Addiction Centre, Alberta Health Services’ Forensic Adolescent Program, and the Peter Lougheed Centre’s Adult Psychiatric Inpatient Unit. At the OCCT, Leah provides CBT for adult and adolescent clients who are struggling with anxiety, stress, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and depression. She has a special interest in helping individuals who are struggling with eating disorders and body image concerns.

Dr. Zalai completed medical training in Hungary and worked as a physician prior to embarking upon a career as a psychologist. She has held positions at the University Health Network, London Health Sciences, St. Michael’s Hospital, St. Joseph’s Health Care (Hamilton) and a number of sleep clinics throughout Ontario. At the Oakville Centre for Cognitive Therapy, Dr. Zalai provides cognitive behavioural, mindfulness and acceptance-based treatments to older adolescents and adults who feel tired, overwhelmed, unhappy, anxious, or stuck in life. In addition, she provides cutting-edge sleep and body clock assessments and individually-tailored treatment interventions for sleeping difficulties. She can also incorporate sleep assessment and treatment into her work with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, medical conditions, chronic pain and post-concussion symptoms. Dr. Zalai has educated clinicians and patient groups about the relationship between sleep, fatigue, mental and physical health in Canada, Europe, Asia and Africa and is passionate about developing cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia programs in community and in hospital settings.

Dr. Zdzieborski’s training and experience is in the area of child and adolescent clinical and forensic psychology. His recent professional experiences include positions with the Better Behaviours Service and Adolescent Forensic Service at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) in Toronto. He has also held positions at Lutherwood Children’s Mental Health Services, Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board, and Trellis Mental Health and Developmental Services. In addition to working in private practice, he currently holds a position at Kinark, Child and Family Services, and specifically, the Syl Apps Youth Centre, where he provides evidence-based psychological services to youth who have serious mental health difficulties and are also in conflict with the law. Dr. Zdzieborski has a particular interest in providing assessment and treatment services to children and youth who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma-related, disruptive behaviour, and psychotic disorders. He offers CBT to address his client’s individual needs, as well as Parent Management Training to support parents in managing their children’s behaviour and mental health.