Tired of communication roadblocks, your partner not listening to you.... time spent arguing rather than getting along? Family issues? Personal problems that are weighing you down? I strive at helping people get the most out of their relationships and help them tackle difficult issues and decisions. Experienced therapist with over 30 years of counselling experience. I specialize in marital/relationship counselling, have offered Marriage Breakthrough Workshops and Couple Retreats and have helped thousands of couples improve their relationship.

My direct number is 613-294-6592. My vocation and passion is to assist couples, individuals and families to use the challenges they experience as an opportunity for growth. The goal in therapy is to explore the root causes of adversity and success so there is mindfulness regarding clear goal setting; this will contribute to balance and harmony in your life. Over the past 29 years my personal life and work with clients have taught me that we are all challenged by trust and emotional intimacy issues. I am passionate about empowering others to design vibrant relationships and lives.

**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS**Feeling lost, struggling with low self-esteem or experiencing relationship difficulties with a partner, kid, family or friends? At times like this, life can become overwhelming and this can greatly impact our happiness and connections with others. I work with adults from all walks of life. I specialize in issues pertaining to relationships struggles, stress/anxiety, low-self esteem/confidence, difficult life transitions, painful memories, mood regulation, LGBTQQIP2SA matters and more.

Life can be a challenging/overwhelming journey at times, as a bilingual Registered Psychotherapist I thrive on enlightening my clients and helping them reach their full potential while achieving their set goals. Working within the mental health field for the past 12 years has enabled me to obtained extensive experience working with children/youth, adults, couples and families. My professional career has enriched me with an anti-oppression approach, creating a warm and welcoming environment for all of my clients. I am a strong believer in utilizing different therapeutic approaches such as; CBT and mindfulness solution practice in order to create an individualistic plan.

I believe we all have a deep longing for similar things: connection, authenticity, belonging, and being understood. I work with individuals, couples and families. My approach to therapy is holistic and client centered, with focuses in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment Theory, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Êtes-vous épuisé de tourner en rond? Cherchez-vous à changer?... à trouver une issue?... à sortir d'un piège de vie?... à reprendre le pouvoir sur vos décisions?... Les questions, les inquiétudes, les frustrations font-elles partie de votre vie en ce moment? Cela vous amène-t'il à des difficultés ou des problèmes au quotidien? Votre santé en souffre-t'elle peut-être... Vous n'avez pas besoin de rester dans cet état. Il est possible d'en sortir et de retrouver un espoir, un intérêt, un chemin qui vous conduisent vers de nouveaux horizons...

*OUR PRACTICE IS ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS IN 2-3 WEEKS! COVERED BY INSURANCE!* I am the Clinical Director of Brown Counselling and Therapy Services, a team of qualified therapists, and I would love to hear how our team can help you! We are here 7 days a week, evenings and weekends. Our team is passionate about working alongside you to help you navigate life's ups and downs. We believe that while the present is the only thing you can change, it is sometimes necessary to look back into your past in order to improve your future. While it can be a challenging journey at times, it is one we would be honoured to walk through with you.

I offer a wide range of mental health services to various populations including families, couples, and adults. I specialize in outpatient therapy, as well as offering mental health services to emergency services personnel. Mental health concerns most typically seen through this office include: PTSD and complex trauma issues, depression, anxiety, identity issues, marital and family conflict, grief, bipolar disorders, adjustment disorders, and personality disorders.

*ONLINE COUNSELLING AVAILABLE* Are you struggling with anxiety, worries, emotional dysregulation, or just struggling to cope with your past or even with everyday situations? Are you looking for coping skills to deal with your emotional states or looking to gain insight and awareness of thought patterns or behaviours? In my approach to counselling, I work with you to help you process events and traumas, develop insight, learn coping skills, emotion regulation, and increase self-confidence and self-esteem.

**OUR PRACTICE IS ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS IN 2-3 WEEKS! COVERED BY INSURANCE!** Brown Counselling and Therapy Services is a team of qualified therapists who are passionate about working alongside you to provide the support to help you navigate through life's ups and downs. In our fast-paced culture, it can be difficult to focus on bettering our personal well-being, which is why I am dedicated to offering clients a safe and supportive space where they can openly explore the nature of their struggles. I offer fully bilingual virtual services to individuals, couples, and families.

*UNABLE TO TAKE NEW CLIENTS AT THE MOMENT* Life can be filled with beautiful experiences, fulfilling relationships and moments of relaxation. Life can also be challenging: some difficulties are quick to arise and be resolved, others can persist for quite some time. You have probably tried to resolve your problem by yourself or with the help of family or friends. Sometimes that is enough and life goes on. Other times, a specific issue cannot be resolved as you wish and professional help can be useful. People know me as a genuine person with a good sense of humour. I offer services both in French and English.

OPENINGS LATE-MARCH 2021! INDIVIDUALS: I help you examine some of Life’s big questions: "Who am I? What's important to me? How can I live my values?" We will look at current and past experiences and put them into perspective to make your goals for the life you desire clearer to you. COUPLES: Counselling with me, or 2-on-2 Counselling with Steve Fick and me. We are a real couple with a wealth of life experience. We model a relationship strengthened by challenge. FAMILIES: A source of Challenge and of Strength! I help you appreciate the strengths and tackle the challenges. Sessions are via secure VIDEO.

Elim is a Christian Counselling Center in Ottawa, Canada's Capital. Elim offers individual, family and couple's counselling to all and is equipped to handle a wide range of psychological, spiritual issues. Christian Counselling does not imply that people of other faith groups are of no faith is turned away. Instead, Christian Counselling simply means that it is an organization that is formed on Christian principles. We offer trauma treatment using EMDR . In addition, we provide self-help material on our Youtube channel which has over 200 podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIG-L6aX2mYk5nvAVl9cCHw?view_as=subscriber

*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS FOR MAY 2021. My goal in therapy is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and safe. Ultimately, I see my role as someone who is here as a helper, working to come alongside each client to ease distress, build coping skills, strive towards growth, and help move towards desired change. I have experience in working with a wide variety of issues and specialize in depression, anxiety, and self-esteem. I am a warm, non-judgmental, and empathetic therapist who is a good listener and is easy to talk to.

Do you feel anxious, depressed and low self esteem? Are you having relationship issues? Is parenting a challenge? Or you are grieving a loss? Talking to someone who will not judge you is all you need now. Come, let's face the changes together with a simple elegance. Change is possible and yes, we can.

PRESENTLY NOT TAKING ON NEW CLIENTS I am a registered psychotherapist with twenty years experience. I work with individuals, couples, and families facing challenges of various sorts. Whether issues are due to relational stress, parenting, life transitions, trauma, unexpected events or common difficulties that face us all at one time or another, I take a client centered approach and provide strong listening and assessment skills and helpful feedback. My education includes a Masters degree in Counselling and a PhD in Expressive Therapies. I specialize in helping those who are working through difficulties related to forgiveness.

**WELCOMING NEW CLIENTS** OVER 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE** COVERED BY INSURANCE**There is always change and transition in our lives, and our lives seem to be more complex and stressful these days. Sometimes we have suffered a loss or experienced a trauma. Sometimes we just need a bit of extra support. Counselling is helpful in resolving past and current issues, in acquiring positive coping strategies, and in promoting a sense of worth, hope, and well being. Debora offers professional, respectful, and knowledgeable counseling services to teens, adults, and couples. Clients describe her as well informed, warm, insightful, and compassionate.

**OUR PRACTICE IS ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS IN 2-3 WEEKS! IN PERSON & BY VIDEO/PHONE! COVERED BY INSURANCE!** Brown Counselling and Therapy Services is a team of qualified therapists who are passionate about working alongside you to provide the tools and support to help you navigate through life's up and downs. Sometimes in life, we are faced with challenges and difficulties that may prevent us from functioning effectively. I strive to help guide individuals through some of their most personal and painful experiences by providing a non-judgmental environment where they can feel connected, supported, and understood.