Our Team

Dr. Willan, P.hD., C. Psych.

Lauren Gardiner, RP (Qualifying)

Sarah Scully M.A., RCC., CCC.

About Dr. Willan:

Dr. Willan is the owner and lead psychologist of Relanding Psychological Services. You can learn more about her here.

About Lauren

I was born and raised in Chatham-Kent. I have always felt an intrinsic drive to help others, which ultimately led me to pursue my passion for counselling. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, and one of my favourite ways to unwind is by going for walks with my golden retriever Charlie.

 I take a holistic approach when working with clients by tailoring techniques and interventions to meet the client where they are at. I often draw from a strength-based approach by helping clients recognize and build on their existing resources and capabilities. I also enjoy incorporating Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to support clients in identifying and challenging unhelpful thought patterns. Additionally, I like to use a person-centered approach by creating a safe, empathetic, and nonjudgmental space. My ultimate goal is to ensure all clients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their therapeutic journey.

Experience and Affiliations

I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). I’m currently completing my Master’s in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University, and I will complete the program in August 2025.

I received my Bachelors in Developmental Psychology at the University of Windsor, and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Autism and Behavioural Science at St. Clair College in Windsor. I have experience working with children between the ages of 2 and 14 in various settings. My time as an Educational Assistant with the St. Clair Catholic District School Board allowed me to build strong and supportive relationships with students. My role was to help students to develop skills in behaviour management, emotional regulation, and individualized support. My current practicum experience as a psychotherapist has helped me to gain the knowledge and practical tools needed to effectively support children, teenagers, and adults in a therapeutic setting. I have co-facilitated group sessions for children ages 7 to 12. The focus of the groups involved exploring emotions and feelings, mindfulness practices, and developing healthy problem-solving skills. I strongly value creating a safe space where all individuals feel understood, supported, and empowered to grow.

About Sarah:

I am originally from Belle River, Ontario and completed a degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Windsor. After graduation, I moved to China where I worked as an English teacher for 1.5 years. Once returning, I completed a Masters degree at the American School of Professional Psychology in Chicago, Illinois. I spent around 12 years working professionally at the Masters level in Vancouver, British Columbia. In Vancouver, I worked in the field of community living as a program coordinator, with the Fraser Health Authority for a team called Developmental Disabilities Mental Health, and in the private sector. I moved back to Ontario with my family in 2022. In my spare time, I love being out in nature, riding bikes with my son and spending time with my extended family.

My Approach:

I like to take a strength-based approach looking at the family as a system and using their strengths to guide any strategies that I offer. It is important to me that I provide support that is personalized in order to be helpful to the children, youth and their families. I believe that our behaviour is communication and sometimes speaks much louder than words. Rather than correcting the behaviour, I like to investigate what is behind it to better understand my clients and the needs they have in their day to day lives.

Experience and Affiliations:

I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. I have specialized experience working with Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Parent Education and Consultation, Behavioural Consultation, Intellectual Disability, and Executive Functioning.

Kassandra Korcsog, M.Sc., M.A.

About Kassandra:

I am a fourth-year doctoral candidate in clinical neuropsychology at the University of Windsor. My training has included working with individuals across the lifespan, however my main passion and current focus is working with children and adolescents. I have completed pediatric clinical placements at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, London Children’s Hospital, Children First, and the Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board, in addition to adult clinical placements at Hotel Dieu Grace Healthcare, the University of Windsor’s Sport-Related Concussion Centre, and in private practice. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, including my two dogs, Paisley and Nala.

Experience and Affiliations:

I received my Bachelor of Science in Behaviour, Cognition, and Neuroscience (2017) prior to completing my Master’s degree in Neuroscience (2018) and Master’s degree in Clinical Neuropsychology (2020) - all at the University of Windsor.

I have experience working with a broad population, and have experience conducting diagnostic testing of neurodevelopmental disorders such as Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Learning Disabilities, Intellectual Disability, and Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as assessment of the impact of neurological disorders, acquired brain injuries, and social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties.