Meet the Practitioners
Dr. Laura Goodman, PhD
Dr. Laura Goodman (she/her) is a Registered Psychologist with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Dalhousie University. She completed her residency at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario. Before founding Tapestry, she spent 10 years in the public sector developing and providing clinical services for neurodivergent clients.
Laura specializes in differential diagnostic assessments and therapy for children, youth, and adults with various mental health, trauma-based, and neurodevelopmental disorders. She is dedicated to parent coaching and providing consultation and training for other service providers.
Laura’s practice is evidence-based, with a focus on dialectical-behavioral (DBT) and cognitive-behavioral (CBT) treatments grounded in a strong therapeutic relationship. Laura understands that neurobiological differences, trauma, illness, and the demands of daily life can make sitting with painful emotions challenging. Her work often focuses on helping people learn to examine and accept their emotions and act in ways that improve their lives.
Laura believes in the possibility of change and champions hope, neuroaffirming care, trauma competency, and anti-oppressive practice in her work.
Colleen Smith, RSW
Colleen Smith (she/her) is an experienced and genuine Registered Social Worker with over 20 years of providing clinical care in both community-based and private settings. She holds degrees in Applied Science from the University of Guelph and Social Work from the University of Waterloo. Throughout her career, Colleen has worked with adolescents, adults, and their families who are facing a variety of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, self-harm, disordered eating, grief, and trauma.
With a strong background in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Colleen is deeply committed to helping individuals navigate difficult emotional experiences, develop skills, and build fulfilling lives. She excels at assisting clients in balancing acceptance of and compassion for their current situation while empowering them to make changes that lead to greater contentment.
Known for her authentic and caring approach, Colleen fosters a safe and supportive therapeutic environment that encourages insight, self-compassion, and lasting growth for those she works with.
Lisa Lariviere, B.Sc., CDA
Lisa Lariviere (she/her) is a dedicated psychometrist with over 20 years of experience working in the field of autism and psychological assessment. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Toronto, along with a post-graduate diploma in Communication Disorders, and is a member of The Ontario Association of Mental Health Professional.
Throughout her career, Lisa has worked with individuals of all ages—from preschool children to adults—in a variety of settings, including community mental health agencies, private practices, and schools. She has extensive experience conducting psychoeducational and developmental assessments to support diagnosis and treatment planning. She has also worked extensively with adults who have acquired brain injuries, providing psychological assessments, developing comprehensive treatment plans, and delivering ongoing therapeutic support under the supervision of registered psychologists.
Lisa brings a wealth of knowledge about psychological assessment tools and remains passionate about continually advancing her skills to best serve her clients. She is dedicated to making the assessment process comfortable, personalized, and engaging.