CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Online and phone sessions available. There are times in our lives where dark clouds roll in. The rain falls hard and heavy. We sit by the window and watch hoping for the sun to shine again. During such dark times, we reach out to family members for support, but family isn't always available. This is why I have chosen to specialize with both children and with older adults. Both of these groups depend on family for decision-making, for support through difficult changes and transitions and for help because of the impact of the decisions that others make. I am here to help.

I enjoy working with all age groups who present with a variety of life issues. I have experience in treating issues around addiction, depression, anxiety, grief and interpersonal relationships.

I am a Registered Social Worker and my private practice work is dedicated to working with people wanting to explore and create personal and social transformations in a welcoming, safe, and comfortable space. My methods are informed by my experiences, formal education, training, work efforts and it is influenced by critical thinkers, change-makers, people of all ages, allies that are also dedicated to transformative, anti-oppressive and restorative justice models. The methods I use are client centred and solution-focused as we strive to be healthier members of our families and communities.

**I currently do not have availability**Specializing in traumatic stress, maternal mental health as well as grief, my primary focus is on the dignity and uniqueness of each individual. I see my role as helping you to connect with your own innate wisdom in order to foster resilience. Offering a calm, compassionate presence my commitment is to partner with individuals to move beyond hurtful issues that may be getting in the way of a more fulfilling life. My primary treatment modalities include EMDR, polyvagal-inspired approaches as well as working with lifestyle modifications and complementary therapies to achieve optimal results.

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.

Starr Counselling Services BILINGUAL - ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS - Youth, Parent, Family and Adults. Through my 2 decades of counselling experience, I have come to believe that a better understanding of ourselves is one of the most important steps towards a happier and more fulfilling life. The journey is yours and I aim to support you on the path towards your goals, whatever they may be. Barriers can get in the way. I provide a safe space for you to explore, challenge and remove those barriers within a compassionate and non-judgemental environment.

*Accepting new clients for video and phone sessions* Struggling with negative emotions or unwanted behaviours? Help is on the horizon. Located in East Ottawa, Centrum Counselling and Psychotherapy provides professionally licensed therapy services to individuals 18 and up.

Accepting new clients. I offer bilingual psychotherapy to individuals (children, teens and adults) that are seeking support with challenges such as: depression, anxiety, ADHD, stress management, anger, grief/loss, separation/divorce, parenting (tantrums, aggression, defiant, fear, discipline, "problem" behaviors).

**I AM CURRENTLY UNABLE TO ACCEPT NEW CLIENTS**I have been providing counselling and therapy for 30 years, as well as supervision and consultation to therapists and Masters degree students. My areas of specialty include addictions, trauma, and sexual abuse, and I have extensive experience in other areas of psychotherapy including depression, anxiety, relationships, life transitions, grief and loss, family of origin issues, dissociation, separation, and infertility. I have a passion for helping people develop new ways of understanding and working through their challenges. I am a registered clinical social worker and psychotherapist.

**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.

Life can be really hectic and move at a an alarming rate until we find ourselves asking “why does everything feel so heavy?” I value the courage it takes to reach out and take this first step for yourself. You being here, taking this initiative is an act worth recognizing. My goal is to walk alongside you, and meet you where you are in your journey. Collaboratively, we can explore your inner experiences and challenging areas in your life contributing to your distress. I work from a place of compassion and deep empathy to create a safe non-judgemental space to help you identify your inner strengths to move you closer to your goals.

I enjoy working with clients at varying stages of life and helping them to identify and leverage the power of their unique experiences and diverse talents. I work with clients who are mid-career and are seeking perspective, support and customized strategies to successfully navigate a career transition. I coach clients who are experiencing stress/burnout to discover and integrate life affirming and sustainable solutions. I assist young adults who want to develop the foundations for resilient and fulfilling career paths. I help clients redefine work and contribution in "retirement", and map out personally meaningful next steps.

Life is a journey, the destination of which may be well-defined, always changing or ever elusive. As a therapist, I aim to accompany you as a fellow traveller on this journey. Together we can explore the important aspects of this journey and work to understand, improve or change the areas of your life that are holding you back.

-------------NO LONGER ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS------------- Life can bring on many challenges and difficulties, we may struggle with moments of distress and feel like we need help. I see psychotherapy as a powerful tool that can help you gain insight into your own inner dynamic and facilitate psychological, social, and emotional changes. It can help you explore and become aware of old unhelpful or unskillful coping patterns that were maybe once useful and necessary, but now no longer serve you. By raising awareness of habitual patterns or habits, we open up to the possibility of choosing otherwise and rewiring our brain accordingly.

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)

*ONLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS MARCH 2021 - SESSIONS BY PHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCE** My goal is to help you ease your distress and transform your life so that you can feel empowered and gain peace of mind, through acceptance and self-development. Through therapy you may find the clarity and strength you need to overcome your struggles and experience growth. It is important to get to know who YOU are as a person, gain insight on suppressed issues through self-expression and emotional release, to finally reach a point of stability and peace. I welcome individuals, couples and families of all backgrounds and walks of life.

I have over 20 years of experience working with children and families, and have both a M.Ed. in Counselling as well as a Master of (Clinical) Social Work. My interests are varied, but include working with individuals of all ages with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief and loss issues and survivors of sexual abuse/assault. Much of my practice is working with children who are struggling with grief, trauma, emotional or behavioural challenges, as well as children who have been affected by a family member's (parent or sibling) disability, PTSD, mental, physical or emotional illness. My wait list is open at this time.

You may have those moments - times when you're sad or frustrated, or struggling with the ups and downs of life. These moments can sometimes pass fairly quickly. And other times, they may not. I am deeply respectful of this journey you're on - where you've come from, what you've been through, and where you'd like to be. In a space of safety and honesty, it is my hope that together we can explore those tough moments and gain a better understanding of the blocks to achieving your therapy goals.

I have developed Mindrelief, an online clinic for delivering online psychotherapy in Ontario.This is a new approach to effectively deliver evidence based therapy. When dealing with health problems, the one thing you should not be worried about is affording the care you need. We are shifting to an entirely FREE model with no cost associated for any of our packages. Moving forward, each session will consist of a Digital component plus a 20-minute Video Session. To continue with our program and new model.

If you feel stressed or a little lost. If you feel overwhelmed and not enjoying life.I can help you rediscover the best version of yourself. My ideal client is someone who is unsure but wants to learn and is open minded to allow me to journey with them to wholeness. I have over 30 years of experience with all types of clients from prisoners to toddlers. The key to success in working with me is simply keep an open mind, discover who you are and do not be afraid to take a leap into what appears to you to be the unknown.