Medavie Blue Cross Therapists in London, ON
We learn how to be in this world and be a person from the moment we are born. When we are struggling, suffering, and facing challenges in our lives - whether it is anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, overwhelm, or things we wish we could change - it’s because we've adopted ways of being that are now habits that can be difficult to alter. But we are whole, just as we are! We grow in changing how we respond to ourselves and the experiences and events in our lives. Having someone to walk alongside you on the journey as you learn which habits or outdated beliefs no longer work can support you as you make changes.
We learn how to be in this world and be a person from the moment we are born. When we are struggling, suffering, and facing challenges in our lives - whether it is anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, overwhelm, or things we wish we could change - it’s because we've adopted ways of being that are now habits that can be difficult to alter. But we are whole, just as we are! We grow in changing how we respond to ourselves and the experiences and events in our lives. Having someone to walk alongside you on the journey as you learn which habits or outdated beliefs no longer work can support you as you make changes.
My name is Olivia, and I work with college and university students, as well as young professionals, who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about what comes next. Maybe you’re stressed about grades, job interviews, or whether you’re making the “right” decision. Maybe you’re drained from trying to balance school, work, friendships, family, and figuring out who you are. Overthinking, low motivation, or taking on too much can leave you running on empty. This stage of life can be exciting, but it can also feel like a lot. I help people through this season find more balance, confidence, and breathing room. Now accepting new clients!
My name is Olivia, and I work with college and university students, as well as young professionals, who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about what comes next. Maybe you’re stressed about grades, job interviews, or whether you’re making the “right” decision. Maybe you’re drained from trying to balance school, work, friendships, family, and figuring out who you are. Overthinking, low motivation, or taking on too much can leave you running on empty. This stage of life can be exciting, but it can also feel like a lot. I help people through this season find more balance, confidence, and breathing room. Now accepting new clients!
Please note I offer direct billing for most major insurance providers.
I know that you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and worried that you will always feel this way. You may feel burnt out with day-to-day tasks, your work, relationships or parenting. You feel lost about what your next steps are and how to move forward. You want to have confidence in making decisions, be able to stop your racing mind and feel better. You want to wake up, feel ready for your day, and feel connected with your family and friends.
Please note I offer direct billing for most major insurance providers.
I know that you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and worried that you will always feel this way. You may feel burnt out with day-to-day tasks, your work, relationships or parenting. You feel lost about what your next steps are and how to move forward. You want to have confidence in making decisions, be able to stop your racing mind and feel better. You want to wake up, feel ready for your day, and feel connected with your family and friends.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. As a Registered Social Worker and Registered Psychotherapist, I bring both clinical depth and a warm, down-to-earth presence. I know how hard it can be to begin. I’ll meet you where you are, and we’ll face the hard things together - at your pace, with compassion and clarity.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. As a Registered Social Worker and Registered Psychotherapist, I bring both clinical depth and a warm, down-to-earth presence. I know how hard it can be to begin. I’ll meet you where you are, and we’ll face the hard things together - at your pace, with compassion and clarity.
We complete neuropsychological assessments to help families and schools understand how medical conditions (e.g., hydrocephalus, acquired brain injuries (ABI), epilepsy, stroke, or exposure to drugs and alcohol before birth) impact a child’s brain development and their thinking and learning skills. The results from a neuropsychological assessment can help understand why a child is struggling to learn and what support they need to succeed in school and everyday activities. A neuropsychological assessment can also be helpful to children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD or LD.
We complete neuropsychological assessments to help families and schools understand how medical conditions (e.g., hydrocephalus, acquired brain injuries (ABI), epilepsy, stroke, or exposure to drugs and alcohol before birth) impact a child’s brain development and their thinking and learning skills. The results from a neuropsychological assessment can help understand why a child is struggling to learn and what support they need to succeed in school and everyday activities. A neuropsychological assessment can also be helpful to children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD or LD.
Therapy is a space to slow things down, make sense of what you are experiencing, and feel more like yourself again. I work with adolescents and adults who feel overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or impacted by difficult life experiences, and who want support navigating emotions, relationships, identity, and stress. My practice is integrative and body-focused, blending talk therapy with somatic approaches to help you notice patterns and respond to challenges with more clarity and choice. I also offer Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which is helpful for processing trauma and distressing life experiences.
Therapy is a space to slow things down, make sense of what you are experiencing, and feel more like yourself again. I work with adolescents and adults who feel overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or impacted by difficult life experiences, and who want support navigating emotions, relationships, identity, and stress. My practice is integrative and body-focused, blending talk therapy with somatic approaches to help you notice patterns and respond to challenges with more clarity and choice. I also offer Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which is helpful for processing trauma and distressing life experiences.
Life can be heavy, complicated, and filled with contradictions. My style of therapy focuses on Behavioural Approaches, leaning heavily on Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). These styles support you in identifying patterns in behaviours which are not serving you, and build new skills and strategies to unhook.
I work with Individuals, Families, and Couples. Many of my clients are living with the impacts of trauma exposure, live with major mental illness, are living through grief and bereavement, or are caregivers.
Life can be heavy, complicated, and filled with contradictions. My style of therapy focuses on Behavioural Approaches, leaning heavily on Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). These styles support you in identifying patterns in behaviours which are not serving you, and build new skills and strategies to unhook.
I work with Individuals, Families, and Couples. Many of my clients are living with the impacts of trauma exposure, live with major mental illness, are living through grief and bereavement, or are caregivers.
Dr. Otchet is a psychologist who works in private practice in London, Ontario. She sees adults presenting with a range of health and/or mental health concerns, including medical and/or psychological disability, acute and/or chronic pain, depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress, and gender dysphoria. She has particular interests in adjustment to illness and injury, in trauma and resilience, and in coping with life transitions. She also has interest in working with first responders and their adult family members, as well as people who work in health care.
Dr. Otchet is a psychologist who works in private practice in London, Ontario. She sees adults presenting with a range of health and/or mental health concerns, including medical and/or psychological disability, acute and/or chronic pain, depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress, and gender dysphoria. She has particular interests in adjustment to illness and injury, in trauma and resilience, and in coping with life transitions. She also has interest in working with first responders and their adult family members, as well as people who work in health care.
I work primarily with 2sLGBTQIA and neurodiverse youth, adults, and their families. I support clients to explore themselves, their identities, and their surroundings in an affirming and anti-oppressive way. I have worked previously in suicide intervention and prevention, with transitional aged youth with dual diagnoses, with London’s urban FNMI population, and with residents of remote First Nations in Northern Ontario (James Bay / Treaty 3, 5, and 9 territories)
I work primarily with 2sLGBTQIA and neurodiverse youth, adults, and their families. I support clients to explore themselves, their identities, and their surroundings in an affirming and anti-oppressive way. I have worked previously in suicide intervention and prevention, with transitional aged youth with dual diagnoses, with London’s urban FNMI population, and with residents of remote First Nations in Northern Ontario (James Bay / Treaty 3, 5, and 9 territories)
Do you feel stuck, disconnected from yourself, or caught in patterns that no longer serve you? Are past experiences or unresolved trauma making it difficult to move forward? Maybe you’re tired of the critical voice in your head and longing to reconnect with the most authentic version of yourself, but you’re unsure where to begin. Or perhaps you simply believe that caring for your mental health is an important part of living well.
Do you feel stuck, disconnected from yourself, or caught in patterns that no longer serve you? Are past experiences or unresolved trauma making it difficult to move forward? Maybe you’re tired of the critical voice in your head and longing to reconnect with the most authentic version of yourself, but you’re unsure where to begin. Or perhaps you simply believe that caring for your mental health is an important part of living well.
You deserve specialized support, specific to your needs and offered on a date and time that best works for you. Life is hectic and you don't have time to meet with several people to find the best fit and hope it works well with your schedule. We are a team of social workers, with a wide variety of specialized training, education and experience to help you manage stress in your life.
You deserve specialized support, specific to your needs and offered on a date and time that best works for you. Life is hectic and you don't have time to meet with several people to find the best fit and hope it works well with your schedule. We are a team of social workers, with a wide variety of specialized training, education and experience to help you manage stress in your life.
You don't have to keep carrying the weight of anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, or difficult life experiences alone.
I specialize in helping adults and couples who feel stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or frustrated that previous approaches haven't created the change they hoped for. Whether you're navigating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, stress, grief, relationship challenges, intimacy concerns, or major life transitions, therapy can help you understand what is keeping you stuck and create meaningful, lasting change.
You don't have to keep carrying the weight of anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, or difficult life experiences alone.
I specialize in helping adults and couples who feel stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or frustrated that previous approaches haven't created the change they hoped for. Whether you're navigating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, stress, grief, relationship challenges, intimacy concerns, or major life transitions, therapy can help you understand what is keeping you stuck and create meaningful, lasting change.
You’re exhausted from surviving instead of truly living, constantly battling anxiety, overwhelm, and the lasting effects of past trauma. Maybe your mind feels like it never quiets down, or your body carries a tension you can’t shake. You dream of waking up feeling calmer, lighter, and at peace, without the constant weight of stress pulling you under. You want relationships that feel supportive and safe rather than draining or confusing. Most of all, you want to feel whole again- to reconnect with the confident, authentic version of yourself that’s been buried under pain and self-doubt. Please know- the life you want is available.
You’re exhausted from surviving instead of truly living, constantly battling anxiety, overwhelm, and the lasting effects of past trauma. Maybe your mind feels like it never quiets down, or your body carries a tension you can’t shake. You dream of waking up feeling calmer, lighter, and at peace, without the constant weight of stress pulling you under. You want relationships that feel supportive and safe rather than draining or confusing. Most of all, you want to feel whole again- to reconnect with the confident, authentic version of yourself that’s been buried under pain and self-doubt. Please know- the life you want is available.
Have you been feeling overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions, grief or addiction concerns? Perhaps you are finding it difficult to get through the day, enjoy activities you once loved, feel motivated or cope with everyday demands? You may feel disconnected from yourself, stuck or uncertain about how to move forward.
I’m here to provide a safe and non-judgemental space where you can explore your experiences at your own pace. Together, we can work to better understand the challenges you are facing, identify your strengths and develop practical strategies that support your wellbeing and personal growth.
Have you been feeling overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions, grief or addiction concerns? Perhaps you are finding it difficult to get through the day, enjoy activities you once loved, feel motivated or cope with everyday demands? You may feel disconnected from yourself, stuck or uncertain about how to move forward.
I’m here to provide a safe and non-judgemental space where you can explore your experiences at your own pace. Together, we can work to better understand the challenges you are facing, identify your strengths and develop practical strategies that support your wellbeing and personal growth.
Taking the first step toward therapy is an important and courageous decision. After 30 years in the field, I am still inspired by the bravery of my clients.
I view the therapeutic relationship as a partnership—built on attunement, respect, and collaboration. I consider myself a guide rather than an authority. Therapy is a dynamic process where both you and I are involved in its creation. I invite change, rather than impose or force it. This allows you the space to reclaim your voice in the healing process.
Taking the first step toward therapy is an important and courageous decision. After 30 years in the field, I am still inspired by the bravery of my clients.
I view the therapeutic relationship as a partnership—built on attunement, respect, and collaboration. I consider myself a guide rather than an authority. Therapy is a dynamic process where both you and I are involved in its creation. I invite change, rather than impose or force it. This allows you the space to reclaim your voice in the healing process.
Olivia Grigg
Registered Social Worker, RSW, BSW, MSW
9 Endorsed
London, ON N6A
Waitlist for new clients
Are you nearing burnout, and wondering how you will keep going? Are you feeling a sense of overwhelm as a parent? Have you been on a path of reconsidering your faith and belief systems you have been a part of? Do you want compassionate, gentle, and practical support on your journey to self love? Are you wanting to communicate better in your relationship?
Are you nearing burnout, and wondering how you will keep going? Are you feeling a sense of overwhelm as a parent? Have you been on a path of reconsidering your faith and belief systems you have been a part of? Do you want compassionate, gentle, and practical support on your journey to self love? Are you wanting to communicate better in your relationship?
I hold a specialized degree in Thanatology, the study of death, loss, grief, and bereavement. Over time, I’ve come to understand that grief extends far beyond the loss of a loved one—it can emerge through life transitions, identity shifts, relationship changes, and the countless moments that challenge our sense of stability and self.
My practice is rooted in compassion, connection, and a deep respect for each person’s unique story. I use a holistic, trauma-informed approach integrating the mind, body, and soul. I believe that growth and transformation occur when we feel seen, supported, and empowered.
I hold a specialized degree in Thanatology, the study of death, loss, grief, and bereavement. Over time, I’ve come to understand that grief extends far beyond the loss of a loved one—it can emerge through life transitions, identity shifts, relationship changes, and the countless moments that challenge our sense of stability and self.
My practice is rooted in compassion, connection, and a deep respect for each person’s unique story. I use a holistic, trauma-informed approach integrating the mind, body, and soul. I believe that growth and transformation occur when we feel seen, supported, and empowered.
Life can be hard. We're here to help. Struggling? Stuck? Overwhelmed? Looking for help moving forward? We can support you in moving toward your goals. We have experience in providing both brief and longer-term treatment that is evidence-based (i.e., shown to work). We're less interested in labels or in figuring out what’s “broken”, and instead focus on helping you to feel centred and "on track". We try to help you within your timeframe. We see the psychologist and client both as “real people”, having “real” conversations, about “real life”, to make real changes and real movement toward goals that are really important to you.
Life can be hard. We're here to help. Struggling? Stuck? Overwhelmed? Looking for help moving forward? We can support you in moving toward your goals. We have experience in providing both brief and longer-term treatment that is evidence-based (i.e., shown to work). We're less interested in labels or in figuring out what’s “broken”, and instead focus on helping you to feel centred and "on track". We try to help you within your timeframe. We see the psychologist and client both as “real people”, having “real” conversations, about “real life”, to make real changes and real movement toward goals that are really important to you.
You may be the person everyone depends on - the one who keeps things moving at work, supports your family, and rarely slows down long enough to care for yourself. Or perhaps you and your partner have found yourselves having the same arguments, feeling more like roommates than a couple, or wondering how you became so disconnected. I work with adults experiencing burnout, anxiety, and overwhelm, as well as couples who want to strengthen their relationship, improve communication, rebuild trust, and reconnect. Helping overwhelmed adults and disconnected couples find their way back to themselves - and to each other.
You may be the person everyone depends on - the one who keeps things moving at work, supports your family, and rarely slows down long enough to care for yourself. Or perhaps you and your partner have found yourselves having the same arguments, feeling more like roommates than a couple, or wondering how you became so disconnected. I work with adults experiencing burnout, anxiety, and overwhelm, as well as couples who want to strengthen their relationship, improve communication, rebuild trust, and reconnect. Helping overwhelmed adults and disconnected couples find their way back to themselves - and to each other.
First 30-minute session is free! Do you need help improving your depression and anxiety symptoms? Maybe you feel down and overwhelmed, unsure how to get unstuck. You don't feel like yourself and feel overwhelmed by everything. The cliche self-care (bubble baths, journaling, cups of tea) aren't working for you. Do you use social media or avoidance to cope with these feelings but they leave you more depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, and overstimulated? As someone who understands how you feel, having experienced this myself before, I am here to help.
First 30-minute session is free! Do you need help improving your depression and anxiety symptoms? Maybe you feel down and overwhelmed, unsure how to get unstuck. You don't feel like yourself and feel overwhelmed by everything. The cliche self-care (bubble baths, journaling, cups of tea) aren't working for you. Do you use social media or avoidance to cope with these feelings but they leave you more depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, and overstimulated? As someone who understands how you feel, having experienced this myself before, I am here to help.
