Olivia Makara
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Ottawa, ON K2C
Let's Connect (343) 313-0359

Accepting New Clients! - Life can be extremely challenging sometimes & reaching out for help may seem like the most daunting task, but it may be the best decision you ever make. I primarily work with individuals of ages 18+ who are experiencing mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues and interpersonal/relationship issues. My goal is to make you feel heard, understood & supported by creating a healing and compassionate environment. My objective is also to help you navigate the issues you are experiencing and assist in the development of healthy coping mechanisms to build a more resilient self.
Through a warm therapeutic relationship and a non-judgemental environment, I strive to create a safe space for my clients to express themselves freely. I am mostly drawn to person-centred and mindfulness-based approaches, although I foster an integrative approach to better support my client's individual needs.
On this journey, I will help you navigate obstacles, develop healthy coping skills, establish objectives and create positive change in a collaborative way. I am committed to continuously support my clients on their path to healing and becoming the best version of themselves. Book your FREE 20-min consultation through my website!
Call or Email Olivia Makara now for a free 15 minute consultation - (343) 313-0359
Let's Connect (343) 313-0359

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $170
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Canada Life | Great-West Life
- Desjardins
- Green Shield Canada
- Manulife
- Medavie Blue Cross
- SunLife
Olivia Makara
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 313-0359
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 12017 Olivia Makara
- In Practice for 5 years
- Attended University of Ottawa, Master's degree, Graduated 2022
- Degree/Diploma from University of Ottawa M. Ed. / 2022
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Olivia Makara
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (343) 313-0359
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
Expertise
- ADHD
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Peer Relationships
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Olivia Makara
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (343) 313-0359
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
I also speak
French
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
I also speak
French
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Humanistic
- Integrative
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Person-Centered
Olivia Makara
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (343) 313-0359