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Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
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Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC (he, him)

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Available both in-person and online
Ottawa, ON K1R
No matter your situation, my goal is to help you feel safe, understood, and accepted. Together, we'll find the places you get stuck and understand the "what" and "how" of your experience. As we do that, we'll develop the skills and perspectives you need to move through difficult situations, emotions, shame, and traumas towards your goals. I take a holistic approach to helping you get to where you want to be. Ultimately we'll work to create a difference that is truly felt. I'm here to walk with you on that journey.
I am passionate about working with individuals experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, shame, and men's issues, plus couples looking to address communication problems and improve their relationship. I'm experienced and trained in helping clients that have experienced issues including attachment issues, trauma, and PTSD. I'm able to aid in trauma processing.
I am trauma-trained and attachment-focused. I use an integrative approach to therapy, drawing influence from Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), ACT, Narrative Therapy, ARPT, CBT, DBT, and more. I work with individuals and couples. I look forward to working together and helping you grow.
Call or Michael Holuj now for a free 15 minute consultation - (343) 338-3723

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Sunnyside Psychotherapy

Ottawa, ON K1R

(343) 338-3723

Glebe Health House

164 Second Ave

Ottawa, ON K1S map

My website
I offer virtual (secure phone or video) and in-person sessions during the day on Monday to Friday with some evening availability.
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and ADHD 
$180 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
I'm here to help you handle your emotions. Let's work together to find solutions to get your life and relationships back on track!
Michael Holuj
Let's Connect (343) 338-3723
Photo of Michael Holuj, Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Sunnyside Psychotherapy

Ottawa, ON K1R

(343) 338-3723

Glebe Health House

164 Second Ave

Ottawa, ON K1S map

My website
I offer virtual (secure phone or video) and in-person sessions during the day on Monday to Friday with some evening availability.
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and ADHD 
$180 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
I'm here to help you handle your emotions. Let's work together to find solutions to get your life and relationships back on track!
Michael Holuj

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $180
  • Couple Sessions $180

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Cheque, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa, Wire

Insurance

  • Canada Life | Great-West Life
  • Medavie Blue Cross
  • SunLife
  • Veterans Affairs Canada
  • WSIB
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I bill my clients, and send them a receipt so they can submit an insurance claim on their end. I do direct billing with Medavie Blue Cross (VAC, IFHP) and Canada Life. Most insurance companies accept my services even if I don't list them here.
Photo of Michael Holuj, Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
Michael Holuj
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 338-3723
"
I bill my clients, and send them a receipt so they can submit an insurance claim on their end. I do direct billing with Medavie Blue Cross (VAC, IFHP) and Canada Life. Most insurance companies accept my services even if I don't list them here.
Photo of Michael Holuj, Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
Michael Holuj
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 338-3723

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 10946 Michael Holuj
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 5 years
  • Attended Yorkville University, MA in Counselling Psychology
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association 11243957 / 2023
  • Membership with International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy 2025
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I'm experienced in helping individuals (16 and up), and couples. While my approach primarily uses EFT, IFS and ACT, I'm also trained in CBT, CPT, Somatics, Polyvagal, Gottman, and trauma-focused care.
Photo of Michael Holuj, Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
Michael Holuj
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 338-3723
"
I'm experienced in helping individuals (16 and up), and couples. While my approach primarily uses EFT, IFS and ACT, I'm also trained in CBT, CPT, Somatics, Polyvagal, Gottman, and trauma-focused care.
Photo of Michael Holuj, Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
Michael Holuj
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 338-3723

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Issues
  • ADHD

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Autism
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
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The main issues I work with are anxiety, relationship issues, and self-esteem/depression. Treatment usually involves finding where you're getting off track, and working to get you back on it while building skills and improving your relationship with yourself. You can expect to see a greater sense of peace, more confidence, and a positive, resilient attitude towards life.
Photo of Michael Holuj, Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
Michael Holuj
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 338-3723
"
The main issues I work with are anxiety, relationship issues, and self-esteem/depression. Treatment usually involves finding where you're getting off track, and working to get you back on it while building skills and improving your relationship with yourself. You can expect to see a greater sense of peace, more confidence, and a positive, resilient attitude towards life.
Photo of Michael Holuj, Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
Michael Holuj
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 338-3723

4 Endorsements

Reuben Howlett - Restful Healing Psychotherapy
Reuben Howlett - Restful Healing Psychotherapy
Registered PsychotherapistMACPMAPSYC
Michael's approach to psychotherapy is something glorious to behold. He is incredibly personable and humble, and yet shows up always with extraordinary passion, kindness and knowledge that enables him to be incredibly effective in caring for his clients.
Emily Hagerman
Emily Hagerman
Registered PsychotherapistMACPRP
Empathetic, knowledgeable, and with a great sense of humour to boot!
Breanna Pizzuto
Breanna Pizzuto
Registered PsychotherapistBHSc BAPsychMACP
Mike works hard to meet his clients where they are at. He is able to employ a variety of different modalities to customize treatment for every individual or couple he meets and is always learning new ways to best serve his clients.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Aviation Professionals
Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Aviation Professionals
Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Gottman Method
  • Humanistic
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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I take an integrative approach, drawing on experiential approaches (EFT/IFS), and mindfulness based treatments (ACT/DBT) . In the first session, we'll explore what brings you to therapy, some of your history, and we'll build a way forward. In treatment, I'll help you understand or make sense of your emotions, handle what feels intolerable, and help unblock access to your innate healing abilities.
Photo of Michael Holuj, Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
Michael Holuj
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 338-3723
"
I take an integrative approach, drawing on experiential approaches (EFT/IFS), and mindfulness based treatments (ACT/DBT) . In the first session, we'll explore what brings you to therapy, some of your history, and we'll build a way forward. In treatment, I'll help you understand or make sense of your emotions, handle what feels intolerable, and help unblock access to your innate healing abilities.
Photo of Michael Holuj, Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
Michael Holuj
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 338-3723

Location

Primary Location

Sunnyside Psychotherapy

Ottawa, ON K1R

(343) 338-3723

Additional Location

Glebe Health House

164 Second Ave

Ottawa, ON K1S

(343) 338-3723

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

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I offer virtual (secure phone or video) and in-person sessions during the day on Monday to Friday with some evening availability.
Photo of Michael Holuj, Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
Michael Holuj
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
Call for a free consultation now - (343) 338-3723
"
I offer virtual (secure phone or video) and in-person sessions during the day on Monday to Friday with some evening availability.
Photo of Michael Holuj, Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
Michael Holuj
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
Call for a free consultation now - (343) 338-3723