Chronic Illness Therapists in Ottawa, Ontario

I treat every client with respect, compassion, empathy, understanding and warmth, no matter what their story is. I will provide you with a safe space to share your unfiltered thoughts, opinions, and experiences. I can be your compass, helping you find direction when you feel lost, alone and unheard. Pre-teen & teen therapy, adult therapy and couple therapy offered. Discernment Therapy for cou...

Accepting new clients in-person and virtual. I offer therapy services to those 18+ with chronic illness, chronic pain, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and more. I approach therapy having lived experience of chronic illness and use this experience to provide a safe, understanding, non-judgmental, and down-to-earth environment for you to explore the concerns that bring you to the therapy room.

With a specialization in Trauma Informed Care, I have years of experience supporting individuals to navigate their experiences. Using modalities such as EMDR, IFS, somatic based interventions and psychedelic assisted therapy, these approaches will help to you better understand whatever experiences you may be facing and develop strategies to move forward in a way that works best for you.

Throughout the course of our lives, we are faced with difficult life experiences that disrupt our sense of self, our relationships with others, and sense of well-being. Through my practice and training as a psychologist, I have come to appreciate that the process of self-discovery and learning in a non-judgemental and collaborative therapeutic space can lead to deep healing and self-empowerment.

I have worked for 25 years as a Kinesiologist doing exercise therapy and rehab therapy with clients following trauma. Through this, I realized the impact on mental health during these major life events, this lead me to pursue my Masters in Counselling Psychology. My life experience is my greatest asset in counselling you through life transitions following major injury or illness, divorce/separ...

For all of us, life is full of surprises and sometimes it can be marked by major challenges. Since psychotherapy requires a lot of courage to open up to a stranger, choosing a therapist is an important step in the process of working through life’s challenges. I am pleased to present a summary of my experiences and interests in clinical psychology and look forward to working together with you.

By processing the nature of your psychological struggles and seeking adaptive strategies to cope with difficult situations, you can find relief from pain. You deserve to seek out the best possible psychological care as a crucial step towards self-care and self-advocacy. I value your courage, and I believe that together we can embark on a journey of self-exploration and insight.

A neurodivergent, 2SLGBTQIA+ safe and inclusive space, with special understanding for those with barriers! Heart & Mind Psychotherapy....... where we can develop a relationship to support your mental, physical and spiritual well-being!

Registered Social Worker at Psychotherapy For You

I offer compassionate support for those living with chronic illness, pain, and post-injury life challenges. I specialize in helping you navigate the emotional and mental hurdles these bring. My goal is to help you reclaim your sense of self, cope with grief and loss, and rebuild your life with resilience and purpose. You're not alone--I'm here to support you every step of the way.

Master of Social Work (M.S.W, R.S.W) -Social Worker/ Psychotherapist at Psychotherapy for You