Meet The Team

Hope Valley Psychotherapy is dedicated to providing compassionate and effective psychotherapy services to help individuals achieve mental and emotional well-being. Our therapeutic team are committed to assisting you on your journey towards healing and growth.

The Psychotherapist


Jenny Schroeder - RP, M.A., B.A. | Hope Valley Psychotherapy

Jenny Schroeder

Registered Psychotherapist, M.A., B.A.

A passionate and dedicated Registered Psychotherapist with a profound love for mental health and the healing power of nature. With years of experience and a diverse educational background, Jenny brings a unique and empathetic approach to her practice.

The Support Team


Finnigan- Therapy Dog | Hope Valley Psychotherapy

Finn is our resident therapy dog and farm mascot. He is a Bouvier des Flandres and the senior of the bunch. You will most often find him napping and snoring very loudly. If you need to find a sense of calm and serenity, he’s the one to offer you those feelings! He loves to be in session with clients but beware, he has the most epic toots.

Finnigan 
Therapy Dog

Taco Bella - Cuddle Supporter | Hope Valley Psychotherapy

A street dog from Mexico, Taco Bella got her freedom ride to Canada in 2017 and is loving life as a Canadian farm dog. Although she loves being a house dog, she is still not a fan of our cold weather and is a big fan of semi-hibernating in the winter months. You won’t find a bigger cuddle bug and she will often ask for a spot in your lap during session if given the opportunity.

Taco Bella
Cuddle Supporter

Poppy came to the farm from a rescue in 2025 and is still learning to be a calm, self-regulated farm dog. She’s not too sure of new clients but give her a little time and she’ll be giving you lots of kisses - even if you don’t want them! She’s quite the sassy barker so she may not always be in session. Her social battery is smaller than most and therefore enjoys alone time.

Poppy
Small but Mighty

Copper - Gentle Soul Horse | Hope Valley Psychotherapy

For years, Copper’s job was to give the City of Stratford carriage rides. In 2020, he was given a much deserved opportunity to retire on our farm. Since then, he has been the steady, calm soul in the farmyard and the horse typically used in therapy.

Copper
Gentle Soul

Tucker
Total Snuggle Bug

Tucker’s sole purpose in life is to get as many cuddles as possible! He started his life as a severely neglected puppy who was malnourished and abused. He has come such a long way and has learned to trust humans. In fact, he dedicates his days to seeing which client will let him cuddle with them on the therapy couch.

Spirit - Horse, a lovebug with no boundaries | Hope Valley Psychotherapy

Being a younger horse, Spirit is full of beans and is still learning how to respect human clients' personal space. Even though she loves people so much, she is not often chosen to be a part of experiential therapy due to this. Not everyone wishes to be overwhelmed with horsey kisses or have Spirit lean her heavy head on their shoulders.

Spirit
Lovebug with No Boundaries

Beauty was our senior horse who happily embraced the slow and peaceful life. She was pampered and given the freedom to be lazy every day. In May 2024, Beauty crossed the rainbow bridge and was laid to rest beside her best friend, Clyde, who has been waiting patiently to be reunited with his soulmate. Beauty will be dearly missed at Hope Valley.

Beauty
Resident Senior

Cat Crew Team | Hope Valley Psychotherapy

Twiggy, Forest Ranger, Oscar & Moosetracks
Cat Crew

Our kitties on the farm are a wild bunch. With very different personalities, there is never a dull moment. Of the four, Twiggy the grey tabby and Moosetracks the Maine Coon cat may sometimes attend session. But rest assured, they will also not be offended at all if a cat-free session is preferred!

Our Approach

At Hope Valley Psychotherapy, we believe in a client-centered and holistic approach to psychotherapy. We tailor our methods to meet your unique needs and concerns. Our therapy sessions are designed to foster a safe, non-judgmental space where you can openly express your thoughts and feelings.

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