Ottawa, ON
You're ready for change. I'm here to help you find it.
Healing isn't about forgetting—it's about finally feeling free.
Ottawa, ON is where I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy services designed to help you move through life's challenges with greater clarity and resilience. Whether you're navigating the aftermath of difficult experiences, working through persistent anxiety, or seeking deeper self-understanding, my practice offers a safe and supportive environment where meaningful healing can unfold. I understand that reaching out for therapy takes courage, and I'm here to meet you exactly where you are.
Ottawa, ON residents seeking specialized therapeutic support will find a practice rooted in warmth, professionalism, and genuine commitment to your wellbeing. I bring together multiple therapeutic approaches, including EMDR, CBT, Somatic Therapies, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), to create a treatment experience that honors your unique story, needs, and goals. My approach is never one-size-fits-all. Every aspect of our work together is tailored specifically to you.
Services
Trauma therapy
Both big “T” or small “t” traumas live in your body and shape how you see yourself. EMDR helps us target the root—not just the symptoms—so you can finally clear what talk therapy couldn’t touch.
Anxiety therapy
When your mind won’t slow down, your energy’s gone, or you feel disconnected from yourself and others, something deeper is usually at play. We go beyond simple coping strategies and focus on resolving what’s underneath.
Depression therapy
When everything feels flat, heavy, or like you're moving through life on autopilot, depression is often signaling something deeper than a chemical imbalance. We work beyond symptom management to process what's driving the weight—so you can reconnect with yourself and what actually matters.
EMDR intensives
For clients ready to do focused, concentrated work, EMDR intensives offer extended sessions that accelerate healing. Instead of spreading progress across months of weekly appointments, we create space for real breakthrough—so you can move forward faster and get back to living.
A Therapy Practice Built for the Ottawa Community
Living in Ottawa comes with its own unique set of experiences. As the nation's capital, our city blends the energy of political and professional life with the natural beauty of the Rideau Canal, Gatineau Park, and vibrant neighborhoods. From the Glebe to Westboro, Kanata to Orleans, Ottawa residents navigate diverse pressures including demanding careers, family responsibilities, academic pursuits, and the everyday stresses of urban life.
My practice serves individuals aged 10 and up throughout Ottawa and the surrounding region, offering both in-person sessions and online therapy options to accommodate your schedule and preferences. Whether you live in the heart of downtown or in one of the surrounding communities, I'm committed to making quality mental health support accessible to you.
Specialized Therapeutic Services in Ottawa
My Ottawa practice focuses on providing specialized care for individuals dealing with a range of concerns. I work with people experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, addictions, identity issues, and gender dysphoria. Each of these challenges requires a nuanced, informed approach, and that's exactly what I bring to our therapeutic relationship.
I'm particularly experienced in working with clients who have complex histories. My confidence and groundedness allow me to sit with difficult material without becoming overwhelmed, creating a container of safety where you can explore your experiences at your own pace. There's no pressure to move faster than you're ready to. Healing happens in its own time, and I'm here to support you every step of the way.
For those navigating questions of identity, whether related to gender, values, life direction, or sense of self, therapy offers a supportive environment to explore your feelings and make decisions that feel right for you. I bring a non-judgmental, client-centered approach that respects your autonomy and honors your unique journey.
Therapeutic Approaches I Offer
My Ottawa practice integrates several evidence-based therapeutic modalities to provide comprehensive care tailored to your individual needs.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a powerful therapeutic approach used for trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, and more. It involves bilateral stimulation while you focus on distressing memories or current triggers, helping your brain reprocess these experiences and reducing their emotional intensity.
Somatic Therapies recognize that our bodies hold onto experiences, especially difficult ones. This approach works with the body to release held experiences and restore a sense of safety and ease.
CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) focuses on the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, helping you identify and change patterns that contribute to your difficulties. It offers practical tools you can use both in session and in your daily life.
IFS (Internal Family Systems) understands the mind as naturally made up of different "parts" with different roles and motivations. Rather than fighting against parts of yourself, you learn to understand and heal them, creating internal harmony and wholeness.
What if healing didn't have to feel like another uphill battle?
Why Work with Me
Choosing a therapist is a significant decision, and fit matters enormously. I offer a combination of warmth and professionalism that creates a unique therapeutic environment. I'm genuinely caring and present, but I'm also confident, grounded, and unafraid of difficult material. This means you can bring whatever you're carrying without worrying about overwhelming me.
My optimism is realistic, not performative. I've worked with many individuals facing significant challenges, and I've seen what's possible when someone commits to their healing journey. I believe in your capacity to grow and change, and I'll hold that belief even when you're struggling to believe it yourself.
I'm committed to providing personalized care. Your treatment will be specifically tailored to your needs, goals, and preferences. We'll collaborate on determining what approaches work best for you.
Relief isn't a destination—it's a direction. Let's find yours.
In-Person and Online Therapy Options
To make therapy as accessible as possible for Ottawa residents, I offer both in-person and online sessions.
In-person sessions provide the full experience of being in a therapeutic space, with all the nuances of face-to-face connection. Online therapy offers flexibility and convenience, allowing you to attend sessions from the comfort of your own space. Whether you choose in-person or online sessions, you'll receive the same high-quality, personalized care.
Serving All of Ottawa and Surrounding Areas
My practice serves clients throughout the Ottawa region, including Centretown, the Glebe, Old Ottawa South, New Edinburgh, Vanier, Sandy Hill, Hintonburg, Westboro, Barrhaven, Nepean, Kanata, Stittsville, Orleans, Gloucester, Beacon Hill, Blackburn Hamlet, Manotick, and beyond. I also serve clients in the broader National Capital Region, including those in Gatineau who prefer to work with an Ottawa-based therapist.
Taking the First Step
Beginning therapy can feel daunting, but it's also an act of courage and self-investment. If you're ready to explore what therapy with me might look like, I invite you to reach out.
Please contact me for information about scheduling and to learn more about how I can support you on your journey toward greater clarity, healing, and wellbeing.