I have nine years of experience working with individuals with chronic stress, anxiety, perfectionism, self criticism, depression, and burn out. I support individuals through one-on-one counselling and mindfulness groups. I work in collaboration with individuals and their support team in order to create a holistic treatment plan that is well suited for their needs.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). For 20 years, I have worked as an Intensive Marriage and Couples Therapist with my husband David Rubinstein, MA, RP. I now also maintain an Individual counselling practice for women, blending my experience as a Couple Therapist with Energy Psychology protocols. I work with women of all ages to enhance self-esteem, create secure relationships, and cope with traumatic loss. More recently, I have been helping women over sixty overcome late-in-life challenges, find new meaning and purpose, live vibrantly, and enjoy aging gracefully.

My goal is to work collaboratively with you based on your specific goals and needs with an emphasis on building a strong therapeutic relationship and creating a safe environment. I provide psychotherapy services for issues related, but not limited to, various forms of trauma and abuse, interpersonal relationships, substance use, self-esteem, identity, eating disorders, self-harm, depression, anxiety, and chronic illness. My therapeutic approach is integrative to best meet your needs. I draw upon various approaches, such as EMDR, Narrative, Solution Focused, DBT, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Ego-State Therapy and other trauma-focused interventions.

Are you looking to feel better? Sometimes the journey to healing can feel overwhelming and a lot like an unsolved puzzle. If you want more awareness about yourself, your struggles and understanding, clarity and emotional peace, then counseling may be what you need. Do you suspect there past events may be holding you back from enjoying your life today? Please call me for initial consultation. I am a seasoned Therapist Master's Prepared with 24 years of behavioral and chemical Addictions/ Concurrent specialty experience as well 17 years of Mental Health experience involving adults, youth, couples and families, groups/ public events

I help individual adults struggling with behaviour, thought and mood issues. I would be honoured if you chose me to help you overcome the challenges you are facing right now. My style is warm & collaborative. I seek to create an atmosphere of safety to help you relax and work on difficult issues more quickly. I tailor treatment to client needs and use an integrative approach. I make confidentiality a priority at all times.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.

Private practice 17 yrs. Instructed at Counsellor Training Institute (CTI) for two years. Postgrad Diploma in Couples Therapy in addition to Master's Degree. Your story will emerge . . . your goals and passions. Depression, anxiety, conflict, anger, addictions, self-esteem, spiritual searching, communication, relationship and intimacy issues. Familiar with complementary healing; mindfulness, inner-child, ego-states, positive psychology, visualization & meditation. Certified by: College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (#002563) & CCPA (# 8192). Fully Insured.

"Nothing goes away until it teaches us what we need to know" (Pema Chodron). With over 20 years in the mental health field, I am registered with the Ontario College of Psychologists for providing therapy, assessment and diagnosis of adults. I deal with many issues including depression, anxiety, insomnia, relationships, loneliness, grief, guilt and regrets, trauma, parenting, life transitions, social skills, shame, and communication skills. Whatever the issue, I work with every client providing dignity, compassion, clarity and insight. I have two Ottawa offices: 275 Slater St (downtown core) and 35 Beechwood Ave (free parking).

I specialize working intensively with couples discouraged by constant arguing, feelings of betrayal, or a lack of intimacy, both emotional and physical. My work is focused on helping clients develop safe, and secure-functioning relationships by knowing who they are, where they have come from, and how their early attachment histories impact their adult life. The more they understand each other, the easier they can repair moments of disconnect. My goal is to help each couple feel safe and secure no matter the issue, and to develop a clear framework so they will know how to move forward as a team. I am a Level 11 PACT therapist.

*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.

WELCOMING NEW CLIENTS -- LATE-FEBRUARY 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 your current and past experiences and put them into perspective to make clearer your goals for the life you desire. 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 Challenges and of Strengths! I help you appreciate your strengths and tackle your obstacles. All sessions are via VIDEO.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.

**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** OVER 18 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE** COVERED BY MOST INSURANCE** Choosing the right therapist is an important decision in order for you to make real progress in counselling. I offers a safe, non-judgmental and supportive counselling environment that focuses on addressing your needs and achieving your objectives. I strongly believe that the best way to succeed in therapy is for us to work together as a team. Once trust is established, we will be able to work together to address your areas of concerns and find solutions that will help you realize your goals and dreams.

I have 20 years of experience working with a diverse clientele. I specialize in working with anyone who is going through a major life transition and is in need of support . I welcome activists, artists,sexual, racial and cultural minorities and anyone who is struggling to find their own way through major changes in themselves, their relationships or their work. Therapy helps people uncover and express their needs and process their emotions in a safe environment. Long time patterns and beliefs can be looked at in a compassionate way and new choices can be made that better support one's life and relationships.

Therapy is about becoming unstuck, connecting with a deeper sense of what's important to you, what really matters, what you really want deeply for yourself in your life. Letting go of stale, habitual, suffocating stories which restrict you. And opening to new, gentler, friendlier narratives of possibility. guiding purposeful action in support of what you passionately value and really want for yourself. ....NOTE I ask you to please email me first either to go ahead and set up an appointment with me or, if you prefer, to arrange a 10-15 min phone conversation

At The Centre for Couples and Relationships, we believe that intimate relationships are central to human connection, attachment, and well-being. As we go through life stressors and challenges, so do our relationships. If your relationship is in need of improved communication, deeper connection, or repair, we can help. We work with couples and partners struggling with issues such as communication, disconnection, intimacy, infidelity, and family dynamics. We provide a safe and supportive environment for you to explore your relationship dynamics and to repair previous patterns of conflict or hurt.

Warm hello, if you are on this site for yourself or a loved one, it may be helpful to know that people seek my services for help with stress, depression, anxiety, pain, trauma, grief and loss. I value the role of humour and compassion to support personal growth and optimal well-being. I believe that life's difficulties are workable and can teach us a lot if we can lean into the discomfort, interrupting our habitual patterns of avoidance, and to relate to our pain (physical or emotional) consciously and compassionately. It is my intention to support you to maximize your inner and outer resources.

Telephone Counselling for Women: I am a cross-cultural feminist therapist, weaving together ancient wisdom such as mindfulness, modern scientific discoveries, & a grassroots feminist approach. We both bring something special to the counselling relationship; you bring wisdom about yourself, I offer expertise on healing. Together we build a compassionate connection, & as a team we focus bringing balance into your life. As a telephone counsellor, I work with women across the globe. Research shows that telephone counselling is as effective as in-person support; it is convenient for women with time constraints, mobility issues, & those with limited access to quality therapy.

VIRTUAL COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY. WELCOMING NEW CLIENTS. HYPNOTHERAPY. COVERED BY INSURANCE. Have you encountered life experiences that have left you feeling sad, anxious, frustrated or discouraged? Are you feeling stuck? Are you caught in a negative pattern? Do you feel that you need to find new ways to become happier, improve your quality of life and your relationships? I can help you access your inner power to bring more peace, wisdom, confidence, ​and self-love into your life.

My aim is to provide each and every client with the support and guidance they are looking for by creating individualized treatment plans. Life's struggles come in many shapes and sizes and focusing on areas in which we have control is a great stepping stone to formulate the life we want to be living, instead of getting stuck in the usual negative thinking that many of us get caught in from time to time.