Who We Are

Laura is a Registered Psychotherapist and Music Therapist who supports clients in reconnecting with their bodies, emotions, and inner wisdom. Her approach integrates somatic therapy, IFS-informed parts work, EMDR resourcing, and therapeutic sound.

Laura works with individuals navigating anxiety, relational wounds, identity shifts, and moments of emotional overwhelm. Grounded, attuned, and gently spiritual, she creates a space where clients can slow down, feel safe, and rediscover what’s true within them.

Molly is an Accredited and Board-Certified Music Therapist who brings a warm, person-centered approach to her work. She has supported individuals across the lifespan—from childhood to end of life—in long-term care, community mental health, education settings, and private practice.

In long-term care, Molly collaborates closely with residents living with dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Cerebral Palsy, depression, and other mental health conditions. She blends clinical skill with creativity, presence, and connection to meet each person where they are.

Molly also teaches music therapy foundations and improvisation at Brock University, and is passionate about helping people use music to enhance everyday wellbeing and quality of life.

Samantha is a graduate student in the Master of Music Therapy program at Wilfrid Laurier University. With a grounding in trauma-informed care, she is exploring the integration of EMDR principles with music psychotherapy through her major research project.

Rooted in warmth and relational presence, Samantha brings curiosity and compassion to her clinical work. Originally from St. Catharines, she finds joy in gardening, playing softball, and gathering with family. She is grateful to learn alongside the Major Progressions team as she grows into her identity as a music therapist.

Justis is an Accredited Music Therapist who completed his clinical internship at the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability in London, UK. His experience spans disorders of consciousness, neuro-rehabilitation, complex long-term care, and supporting individuals with profound and multiple learning disabilities.

Grounded and intuitive in his approach, Justis often works through guitar-based music, rhythm, and improvisation to foster connection, communication, and emotional expression. He brings steadiness, creativity, and a deep respect for each person’s inner world.

Jon is an Accredited Music Therapist and Registered Psychotherapist who blends musical intuition with clinical depth. His work is informed by a background in mental health, psychosocial rehabilitation, and years as a performing musician.

Jon has supported individuals with Alzheimer’s, traumatic brain injury, PTSD, mood and personality disorders, autism, and developmental disabilities. His therapeutic style is open, attuned, and relational—inviting clients to explore self-expression, healing, and meaning through music and connection.

Jon is passionate about using music as a pathway to well-being and supporting others as they find their voice in the therapeutic process.

Kurt is a music therapy intern completing his Master of Music Therapy at Wilfrid Laurier University. He has been part of the Major Progressions team since 2022, working primarily in long-term care settings across St. Catharines and Hamilton.

Kurt brings warmth, creativity, and a calm presence to his sessions. He is passionate about the ways music can enrich quality of life, especially for older adults. With an openness to learning from diverse populations, he is committed to growing his practice in a grounded and relational way.