Meet our Windsor Psychologists & Psychological Associates, Psychotherapists & Reg. Social Workers
Meet the team at Barron and Associates. We are a group of experienced Psychologists, Psychological Associates and Social Workers and Psychotherapists offering a wide range of psychological assessments, treatments and counselling. Each team member brings their own unique knowledge and experience to our office, allowing us to welcome children, teens, adults, couples, and families to our centrally-located office in Windsor for psychological & counselling services.
Dr. Melissa C. Barron, C.Psych.
Dr. Barron received her Master’s and Doctorate degrees from the University of Windsor, both in Clinical Psychology. Her services include psychological treatments and assessments with individuals, couples, families and groups. Although she works with a variety of presenting issues, including adjustment, grief, anxiety and depression, her particular areas of clinical interest include crisis intervention and trauma therapies with military and emergency responders and their families.
Dr. Barron is a member of the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario, Canadian Psychological Association, Ontario Psychological Association, American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress (Diplomate status), Association of Traumatic Stress Specialists, the Society for Police and Criminal Psychology and the International Association of Chiefs of Police.
Cailynn Laprise, M.A.
Ms. Laprise is a Master's level therapist at Barron and Associates. She received her Master's Degree in Applied (Clinical) Psychology from Laurentian University. Ms. Laprise is working under the supervision of Dr. Barron to provide services via telephone and video conferencing only. She has experience providing treatment to adults of all ages and primarily works with presenting issues of anxiety, depression, grief, stress, adjustment and trauma.
Jessica Vudrag
Office Manager
Jessica will be your first point of contact at Barron & Associates and will help you to get set up in the system by completing intake information and coordinating your initial appointment. She will respond promptly and sensitively to your needs with commitment to client confidentiality.
Her varied responsibilities within the practice ensure that the process of receiving services from Barron and Associates will flow as smoothly as possible and that you’ll experience personal, efficient and comprehensive service.
Barbara Locke Billingsley, MSW, RSW, Social Worker, Psychotherapist
Ms. Locke Billingsley received her Master of Social Work Degree from the University of Windsor Ontario, Bachelor of Social Work Degree from the University of Victoria, British Columbia and a Bachelor of Health Science from the University of Western Ontario. Ms. Locke Billingsley is registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) and a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW). She brings a diverse portfolio to our team, with a combined experience of 20+ years of supporting individuals. Ms. Locke Billingsley focuses on a Holistic Humanistic Strength-Based Approach using psychotherapeutic techniques, while assisting you with your concerns.
Tiziana Berlasty, MA, BN, RN, RP
Ms. Berlasty holds a Master of Arts degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University, a Bachelor of Nursing degree from Athabasca University and a Diploma of Health Sciences - RN from St. Clair College. Her areas of clinical expertise include depression, anxiety, PTSD, adjustment disorders, stress and health-related issues, bipolar disorder, OCD and schizophrenia. Ms. Berlasty is focused on helping individual adults. She brings over 25 years of experience from a variety of settings including critical care, community case management, in-patient psychiatry and private practice. Ms. Berlasty is a member of the College of Nurses of Ontario, the Michigan Board of Nursing and the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.
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Jennifer Ranjit, B.A., M.A. (Candidate)
Ms. Ranjit is completing her Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology at the University of Windsor. She is working under the supervision of Dr. Barron to provide psychological services to children, adolescents and adults with a range of presenting problems. Ms. Ranjit has experience providing client-centred and cognitive behavioural therapy and primarily works with presenting issues of anxiety, depression, procrastination and stress. Her other areas of clinical interest include working with youth with interpersonal and behavioural concerns, inner child and re-parenting and emotion-focused and mindfulness-based interventions.
Brianna Fougere , B.Sc., M.A. (Ph.D. Candidate)
Ms. Fougere is completing her Master’s Degree in Clinical Neuropsychology from the University of Windsor. She is working under the supervision of Dr. Barron to provide psychological services to adults with various presenting issues. Ms. Fougere has experience providing cognitive behavioural therapy and neuropsychological assessments to adults. Ms. Fougere’s clinical interests include the psychological treatment of anxiety, trauma, and neurological disorders.
Ms. Yiu-Yin Chang, B.A., M.A. (Ph.D.Candidate)
Ms. Chang is completing her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at the University of Windsor. She is working under the supervision of Dr. Barron. Ms. Chang has experience working with adults experiencing a variety of presenting concerns, including depression, anxiety, eating concerns, substance use, interpersonal conflicts, acculturation stressors and trauma. She has great interests in assessment and treatment, considering social, cultural and individual differences. Her therapeutic style is primarily based on cognitive behavioural therapy, integrating techniques from the brief psychodynamic approach, process-experiential emotion-focused therapy, and acceptance commitment therapy.
Ms. Morgan Sterling, B.A., (M.A. Candidate)
Ms. Sterling is currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Adult Clinical Psychology at the University of Windsor, having previously earned her Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Psychology from Queen’s University. As a practicum student under the supervision of Dr. Barron, she is building a strong foundation in therapeutic practice. Ms. Sterling is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and integrates mindfulness and a client-centered approach into her work. She has experience supporting clients through a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, social anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and stress related to relationships and academics. Her other areas of clinical interest include self-esteem and self-compassion development, perfectionism, and values clarification and motivation.
Mr. Alexander Pallottini, B.A., (M.A. Candidate)
Mr. Pallottini is a practicum student at Barron and Associates and is working towards his MA in Adult Clinical Psychology at the University of Windsor. Mr. Pallottini has experience providing treatment to adults experiencing a range of presenting problems, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and complex challenges such as borderline personality disorder. He is trained in cognitive behavioural therapy and dialectical behavioural therapy based interventions.