Art Therapy in Ottawa, ON

No waitlist/Accepting new clients. Hello and thank you for taking the time to check out my profile. My name is Joshua Giroux and I am a Counsellor based out of Ottawa Canada. Sometimes people just need someone to listen to them and affirm their experiences so that they can begin to grow and heal. I offer many styles of counselling but just listening and holding a non judgemental space for you is my first goal. I hope that you reach out and that we can begin this journey of growth and compassion together.

Welcome ! I want to recognize that you have taken the first step to seeking support in your wellbeing, this is often the hardest step to take. Life can be hard and my primary focus is to help empower you to better your well-being. I am here to support you in riding the waves of life and helping you navigate through tough emotions, stress, trauma, burnout, anxiety and life transitions just to name a few. I have a deep knowledge of the mind, body connection and the importance of whole-healing. I am deeply committed to creating a safe space where you can move from hurting to healing.

Hi there and welcome! As a registered social worker, I provide bilingual counselling and art therapy services to children, adolescents and adults. My clients come to me for support with issues relating to emotion regulation, anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, unhealthy relationships, life transitions and difficulties in school. Additionally, I work with parents and caregivers to help them support their child’s progress and foster a positive relationship. I have a particular interest in working with clients who have experienced or witnessed intimate partner violence/domestic violence or abusive behaviours.

Is your child or teenager experiencing frequent worries, symptoms of depression, lack of motivation or struggling with self-confidence? Are you hoping they will gain new coping strategies to manage difficult emotions? I seek to provide a safe place for children & teens (Ages 6 to 20) to explore feelings of discomfort and improve their overall mental well-being. I am passionate about working with youth presenting with a wide range of challenges including anxiety, depression, self-esteem, interpersonal relationships, body image, emotion regulation, grief, as well as other common concerns children face.

I specialize in attachment disruptions, adoption support, children in care, trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and family support. I work alongside children, youth, adults, and families that are seeking a safe, and non-judgemental space to explore their struggles, relationships, emotional distress, and behavioural challenges.

Are you struggling with loss, life changes, or finding belonging? Are you concerned about the weightiness of your past experiences in life or your daily overwhelm? Do you just want to feel a deeper comfort in yourself and your strengths? Perhaps you're looking to develop your boundaries and cultivate a softness both in and around yourself. I specialize in the treatment of youth, adults, and families facing mental health challenges, including those stemming from trauma, neurodivergence, immigration (first and second generation), and the military. All with the goal of supporting ease, healing, and self-acceptance.

People come to see me for help in healing from past trauma, support in facing challenges of today and for assistance in growing into who they believe they are meant to be. Many are survivors of abuse, physical and sexual, and are wrestling with the effects of that trauma on their day to day lives and relationships. Many who come to see me also struggle with questions of meaning and faith: they sense there is a sacredness to life but have found little help from traditional communities of faith. some wrestle with issues of guilt and shame and seek healing on that deep level. All are looking to walk strong on their path.

You may be struggling to hold everything together. You may feel helpless, or that no one around you understands how you are feeling. You might be easily distracted. You feel hopeless & may lack the motivation to get through even the most basic of tasks. You might feel anxious, depressed, or just blah. You may be caring for a young human who is struggling in school or at home. They may be sensitive & have a big heart but struggle to cope with their big emotions. As an Art Therapist & Death Doula, I can help folks work with difficult emotions one may be experiencing, together in a space created with safety, kindness, & compassion.

Brown Counselling and Therapy Services is a team of qualified therapists who are passionate about working alongside you to provide the tools to help you navigate through life's up and downs. I’m proud of you for investing in yourself and for being ready to explore your options in therapy. Welcome to a safe place for your story to land. Being a part of your journey is a privilege, and our therapeutic alliance will be mutually grounded in honesty, trust, and communication. Being present with you at any moment, I will encourage you to recognize your diverse strengths.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist (CRPQ)with more than 15 years of experience in mental health working with adults, couples, and children. I am also an art therapist in Quebec (Montreal). I am an expert in different approaches including psychodynamics, CBT, mindfulness, Art therapy , Emotional focused therapy, Attachment-based therapy, and Humanistic approach. I utilize a client-centred methodology to provide a compassionate and safe therapeutic environment for my clients and use the appropriate approach based on my client’s needs and goals to maximize the result.

As a Psychotherapist and Art Therapist, Julie works with children, adolescents, and adults. She supports clients to navigate anxiety, self-esteem, depression, trauma, grief, life stressors, emotional regulation, and relational conflict. Julie brings to the therapeutic space a gentle and warm approach. She believes that clients already possess the inner wisdom they need to improve their lives, and acts as a supportive partner in their healing journeys.

Hello, I’m Anna. I am a Registered Social Worker and Ontario Certified Teacher. My practice is informed by Anti-Oppression and Trauma-Informed Care. As a therapist and a teacher, I’m interested in supporting children and adolescents with challenges related to school, including academic success, special education needs, bullying, self-esteem and peer relationships. I also work with adults around issues of parenting, family conflict, divorce, grief and loss, and body issues and disordered eating. I strive to support people in feeling a strong sense of agency in their lives and a greater mastery of their emotions.

Is life feeling like it is too much? Are your regular ways of managing stressors and emotions not working as well as they used to? Perhaps you have an idea of what the event or issue is, or you are currently still moving through the process of change. Mental health and everyday stress can compound and it resonates in our relationships, work or school, and our ability to cope. If this sounds like you, I can help. I am a trained psychotherapist with specialties in art therapy , somatics, and trauma informed methods. I am also trained in EMDR.

Now accepting new clients! Each of us has had relational experiences that have left us feeling discomfort, insecure or unhappy. I am here to walk with you through this journey of exploring yourself and depending the understanding of your patterns and response through an attachment/ relational therapy and expressive arts lens - both through talk therapy and creating art , or a combination of the two working within your comfort. I have many years experience working with anxiety and depression, as well as trauma/ stress responses. If you find yourself stuck and wanting to explore, please contact us and see if we’re the right fit for you

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