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Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist

Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN (she, her)

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Photo of Emalin Fernando - Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN
Available online only
Ottawa, ON K2B
I offer holistic, accessible and personalized psychotherapy, counselling and education. I offer care and support to anyone experiencing challenges related to anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress, grief and loss, self-esteem issues, relationships, parenthood, workplace stress or conflict and life transitions.
I have additional training to support clients with oncology (cancer) experiences, infertility, perinatal medical complexity, high risk pregnancy/birth, perinatal/birth trauma, near-miss experiences, NICU journeys, perinatal loss (including TMFR). Therapy and counselling sessions are offered virtually, in-person outdoors (ecotherapy) and in-home.
If you are finding your days challenging and could use support, please reach out to see how I can help you. It would be an honour to work with you and help you on your journey.
Call or Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist now for a free 15 minute consultation - (343) 304-6404

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Indigo Care

Ottawa, ON K2B

(343) 304-6404
Website
I offer sessions on evenings and weekends. Please note that all in-person ecotherapy or in-home sessions must have a virtual session first.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (343) 304-6404
Photo of Emalin Fernando - Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Indigo Care

Ottawa, ON K2B

(343) 304-6404
Website
I offer sessions on evenings and weekends. Please note that all in-person ecotherapy or in-home sessions must have a virtual session first.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, e-Transfer, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Coughlin - police officers
  • Desjardins
  • Empire Life
  • First Nations Health Authority
  • Green Shield Canada
  • Manulife
  • My HSA
  • Nexgen
  • OMAI
  • OTIP
  • RNAO
  • RTIP
  • Veterans Affairs Canada
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Clients should inquire with their insurance provider to see if "Registered Nurse Psychotherapy" is covered. It is the client's responsibility for payment and reimbursement from their insurance provider (if applicable) or you can keep your receipts to claim with your taxes.
Photo of Emalin Fernando - Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN
Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist
Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 304-6404
"
Clients should inquire with their insurance provider to see if "Registered Nurse Psychotherapy" is covered. It is the client's responsibility for payment and reimbursement from their insurance provider (if applicable) or you can keep your receipts to claim with your taxes.
Photo of Emalin Fernando - Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN
Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist
Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 304-6404

Qualifications

    Registered Nurse Psychotherapist: Emalin Fernando

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 11474077 Emalin Fernando
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 19 years
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from The University of Ottawa BScN / 2011
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I have worked for 18 years in various community, hospital and educational settings as a nurse in Ottawa and the surrounding area; caring for individuals and their families by providing care, education, counselling and connection to community resources and supports.
Photo of Emalin Fernando - Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN
Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist
Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 304-6404
"
I have worked for 18 years in various community, hospital and educational settings as a nurse in Ottawa and the surrounding area; caring for individuals and their families by providing care, education, counselling and connection to community resources and supports.
Photo of Emalin Fernando - Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN
Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist
Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 304-6404

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Body Image
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Chronic Relapse
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I offer care and support to anyone experiencing challenges related to anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress, grief and loss, self-esteem issues, relationships, parenthood, workplace stress or conflict and life transitions. As we continue in sessions we will look deeper into your story and find parts within it that might benefit from further exploration, questioning, care and support.
Photo of Emalin Fernando - Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN
Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist
Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 304-6404
"
I offer care and support to anyone experiencing challenges related to anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress, grief and loss, self-esteem issues, relationships, parenthood, workplace stress or conflict and life transitions. As we continue in sessions we will look deeper into your story and find parts within it that might benefit from further exploration, questioning, care and support.
Photo of Emalin Fernando - Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN
Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist
Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 304-6404

3 Endorsements

Courtney Argue Registered Nurse Psychotherapist
Courtney Argue Registered Nurse Psychotherapist
BScN
Emma is a compassionate Nurse, Psychotherapist who specializes in perinatal health. With being a RN she offers a unique lens for both physical and mental health. She offers a broad range of options for service delivery including utilizing the outdoors.
Cathy Miller
Cathy Miller
Psychiatric NurseBABEdRN
Emma has integrated her expertise as a nurse so beautifully into her therapy practice. Her open heart, intelligence, and lifetime of experience makes her a wonderful partner for gaining clarity and relief from the pain of challenging reproductive issues.
Tara Belanger BScN, RN, Psychotherapist
Tara Belanger BScN, RN, Psychotherapist
BScNRN
Emalin shows up with warmth, steady pacing, and real expertise-particularly around oncology and perinatal complexity. Clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or major transitions are well cared for.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
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I use a blend of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Internal Family Systems in therapy sessions. I work from a feminist lens using a client-centered, strengths-based and trauma-informed approach. We will explore what has brought you to seek therapy and make a plan together on what will work best for you. You are always the lead in these sessions and I value your feedback.
Photo of Emalin Fernando - Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN
Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist
Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 304-6404
"
I use a blend of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Internal Family Systems in therapy sessions. I work from a feminist lens using a client-centered, strengths-based and trauma-informed approach. We will explore what has brought you to seek therapy and make a plan together on what will work best for you. You are always the lead in these sessions and I value your feedback.
Photo of Emalin Fernando - Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN
Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist
Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 304-6404

Groups


Location

Primary Location

Indigo Care

Ottawa, ON K2B

(343) 304-6404

Nearby Areas

Postal Codes

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I offer sessions on evenings and weekends. Please note that all in-person ecotherapy or in-home sessions must have a virtual session first.
Photo of Emalin Fernando - Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN
Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist
Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN
Call for a free consultation now - (343) 304-6404
"
I offer sessions on evenings and weekends. Please note that all in-person ecotherapy or in-home sessions must have a virtual session first.
Photo of Emalin Fernando - Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN
Emalin (Emma) Fernando | RN Psychotherapist
Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, RN, BScN
Call for a free consultation now - (343) 304-6404