Meet Our Team of Therapists

Team updates: Lydia, Jordan, Alexis, and Uswah are accepting new clients

Danielle, Meg, and Shauna are not accepting new clients (please contact hello@thecovetherapy.ca for waitlist if needed).

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Danielle Hulan

She/Her
MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker

Session fee: $175

Availability: Not currently accepting new clients


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Alexis Burger-Heist


She/Her
MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker

Session fee: $150

Availability: Currently accepting new clients: Individual


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Jordan Virtue

She/Her
RSW, RP
Registered Social Worker, Registered Psychotherapist

Session fee: $165

Availability: Accepting new clients January 2026: Individual


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Lydia Nimbeshaho


She/Her
MDiv, BA
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Session fee: $150-175

Availability: Accepting new clients: Individual, Couples, and Family Therapy


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Meg Makins


She/Her
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Session fee: $140

Availability: Not currently accepting new clients


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Shauna Cassidy

She/Her
MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker

Session fee: $150 (January 1, 2026 fee increase to $165)

Availability: Not currently accepting new clients


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Uswah Niaz


She/Her
MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker

Session fee: $135

Availability: Accepting new clients: Individual Therapy


Join the Team

The Cove is located in Hamilton, ON and is committed to providing quality in-person and virtual mental health care. We are dedicated to providing a supportive space to clients of all backgrounds and identities. We are seeking a knowledgeable and passionate person committed to providing quality psychotherapy services and contributing to an inclusive environment. All members of The Cove will be encouraged to maintain an Accessible Therapy/Sliding Scale program as part of their practice. If you think you are a good fit, please reach out to us here.