Grief Therapists in K6V

Your life has not turned out like you'd imagined. Having children was an inevitable, unquestioned part of your plan. Perhaps you've been trying for years and are now grappling with the idea of ending the TTC journey without a baby. Maybe you never got the chance to try because of life circumstances or health. Perhaps you've been dealing with the profound grief that comes with miscarriage or perinatal loss. This new reality likely seems impossible to believe, let alone accept. It is difficult to figure out how to move forward and if a life of meaning without children is possible.

The journey to parenthood doesn't look anything like you had expected. You never imagined it would be this difficult to get pregnant. Perhaps you feel like your life is on hold as you wait with each passing month. Maybe you have been navigating a maze of appointments, medications, and uncertainties, all while grappling with the profound emotional toll of longing for a child. Frustration, disappointment, and grief become unwelcome companions on this journey, overshadowing moments of joy and resilience. It's difficult to find other people who understand, and perhaps you feel isolated, anxious and alone.

I provide support to individuals hoping to improve their mental health, family conflicts and trauma responses. I am passionate about providing support to women navigating anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, life transitions and faith/spirituality. ​I also bring valuable experience in working with grief and loss.

The best therapy combines knowledge and care. We can help. You may have been through very hard times or are facing life's unpredictable changes. You may be feeling, anger, sadness, loss of motivation. Perhaps you have anxiety, feel burdened or even scared and lonely. You are not alone. We have been there ourselves. We are therapists but we are people too. We have been to therapy too, and have seen the benefits. We are evidence based and experienced in our practice.

At Life + Hope Counselling, we offer a diverse range of treatment options for anxiety, depression, PTSD, Borderline Personality traits, grief, and relational challenges. If you are feeling burdened with stress, anxiety, or past trauma; if you are emotionally overwhelmed with sadness or loss; if you are suffering burnout or are challenged in a life transition; if you are wanting to move into healthier behaviour patterns and relationship dynamics, we would like to help you.

It's not just you, life HAS gotten harder in the last few years. If you've been powering through, staying strong and carrying on, but now you're barely getting by and you're tired of feeling like you're not really living your life, it might be time for outside support. The benefit of therapy is that it's a time where you get to focus on yourself, to look at your life, and to get an outside perspective on how it could be different. You don't have to just endure, with the right support, you can heal from the past, and move forward towards a better future.

Sometimes people get stuck. Individuals and couples come to me for counselling to talk about a variety of problems - things like conflict in relationships, anxiety, depression, overwhelming stress, abuse, grief, vocational crisis, or anger. A counselling relationship helps people to move from understanding issues to co-creating solutions - solutions that shrink and manage problems. I use an integrative approach, drawing on different counselling methods depending on what works best for the client, including practices from cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), narrative therapy, and solution-based therapy. I can help you to move through difficult times with courage, accountability, and positive resolve.

I work from a place that values and acknowledges the need for connection and right relationship in all domains of life, including the therapeutic relationship. The desire to feel heard, understood, known and safe is an inherent need we all desire and I aspire to create this dynamic in all my therapeutic working relationships. I am strength-based clinician, drawing on each individual unique gifts, talents and experiences. I understand and feel privileged to witness the triumph over one's challenges through this therapeutic process. I am a RP, with 30 years in Mental Health, working with children, youth, adults, couples and families.

Are you feeling stuck in a cycle of secrecy, shame, and isolation that often accompanies alcohol and/or substance use? Maybe you are wondering if you have a problem with substances, are contemplating change, or are interested in relapse prevention to sustain your gains in recovery. Alternatively, are you exhausted and feeling helpless as you navigate a loved one’s substance use and mental health concerns? Perhaps you are worried about your own well-being and want to reconnect with yourself. I also support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief/loss, chronic stress, and major life transitions.

Intersections Therapy Collective (ITC) is nestled in the heart of Ottawa's Centretown, easily accessible from East, West, and South of the city. ITC has been proudly serving Ottawa and its surrounding communities since 2020. We offer free on-site parking, a unique advantage compared to other private mental health clinics. Our team is dedicated to providing evidence-based, competent, and compassionate psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families. With a dedicated child & family therapist, we also focus on treating children and youth, collaborating with parents and schools.

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Accepting some new clients! You are in the right spot if you are feeling stressed out, anxious, and overwhelmed in general or by life transitions. It is also the right spot for you (individually or as a couple) if you’re feeling lost in navigating your relationships; if you feel as though your needs aren’t being met; if you’re having difficulties engaging with sex and intimacy; or if you don’t know how to get “unstuck” from unhelpful patterns. Moving through life and relationships are basic parts of the human experience and yet, they can feel SO hard. Know that this is natural and it is where our work begins.

I believe that the road to finding happiness and freedom begins with a simple principle, understanding that some things are within our control and some things are not. Whether you are controlled by anxiety, dreading the “what ifs” of the future. Or you are stuck in the past and find it difficult to move on, I believe I can help. I am dedicated to building a therapeutic alliance with my clients and working on an individual basis to help each, and every person realize their strengths to find their own solutions. I work with clients 18 and over to support them in recovering from anxiety, depression, addictions and relationship issues.

Are you feeling lost or stuck, like you’re simply going through the motions? Are you aware that you want something different but not sure what it is, or how to get there? Past and present life experiences and stressors can be overwhelming and leave you feeling mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually drained. You do not need to face these challenges alone. Having worked in the field of mental health for over 10 years, my passion is to offer a place of solace where you can truly be seen and heard. Together, we can explore your inner strength and resiliency to help you move toward the changes you want and need in your life.

Changes in relationships, situations, career, school and day-to-day living are important. I specialize in mental health and I know life can get overwhelming. Stresses can impact your mood, anxiety, thinking, sleep and day to day function. My practice includes the opportunity understand challenges you are facing, build on your strengths and develop strategies and skills to feel better. I work collaboratively with you to reduce distress and create a paths forward. Our sessions are tailored specifically to you, your needs and goals. Virtual therapy and for Ontario residents only

I am one of several skilled and compassionate therapists on the team at Life and Hope Counselling. We support individuals, couples, and families shift into healthier ways of being in the world and in their relationships. If you are feeling burdened with stress, anxiety, or past trauma; if you are emotionally overwhelmed, or are feeling challenged in a life transition and want to move into healthier behaviour patterns and relationship dynamics, I'm here to help.

We specialize in EMDR, trauma treatment, perinatal mental health and relational difficulties. We offer in-person and virtual therapy sessions to support you; your ability to feel safe and connected is our main priority.

Welcome! I am glad you are here. Reaching out for support is courageous. Whether you are dealing with stress, trauma, or other mental health concerns, I would be happy to work with you to identify the goals and concerns you would like to address. I offer a warm and supportive environment as l walk alongside your journey. I will bring forth my clinical training and experience, collaboratively work with you, and embrace your unique individuality to tailor a treatment plan based on your needs.

All too often, when we experience painful thoughts, feelings or sensations we react in ways that are self-defeating and self-destructive. Over time, these habitual reaction patterns can manifest in a variety of ways such as anxiety, depression, phobias, disordered eating or addiction. Psychotherapy can help you with the immediate problem or situation you are facing. More importantly, it can help you gain insight as to the root cause of your emotional pain, to come to a place of self-acceptance and self-compassion, and to adopt positive coping skills in order to live a more engaged and meaningful life.