Art Therapy in Ottawa, ON

I'm here to support you on your journey towards a healthier and happier life. I specialize in helping individuals navigate various challenges, such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, burnout, racial trauma, grief and loss, and building healthier relationships. If you've been struggling with any of these issues, please know that you're not alone, and seeking help is a courageous step toward positive change. Together, we can work towards improving your well-being, building resilience, and fostering healthier connections in your life. Let's embark on this journey together, so you can achieve the peace and fulfillment you deserve.

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 stress, anxiety, people-pleasing and emotion regulation? Do you feel like you’re not quite good enough, you can never actually reach your goals, or you just can’t seem to do “life” right? Maybe you experienced trauma from growing up in a household with emotionally immature parents. Maybe you have late-diagnosed (or undiagnosed) ADHD, and chronic feelings of being “defective” loom over you constantly. You need a therapist who will help you actually PROCESS what's going on, not just listen. You need somebody who can hold you accountable to making real change in your life, and call you on your shit

My goal in therapy is to guide you on your journey to achieving overall wellness, allowing you to live to your fullest potential. I offer a compassionate, non judgemental and supportive atmosphere that supports utilizing your inner strengths to achieve your goals. I enjoy working with all age groups from 3 to 103!

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.

Is your child or teenager experiencing frequent worries, symptoms of depression, social anxiety, struggles with emotional regulation or self-confidence? Are you hoping they will gain new coping strategies to manage difficult emotions? I seek to provide a safe place for children and 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, bullying, interpersonal relationships, emotional regulation, agression/anger, as well as other common concerns children face.

Thank you for considering me as your therapist! I offer counselling and psychotherapy to individual adults. I believe that therapy, as a healing space, is also an interactive phenomenon that has a powerful effect when expectations are clear. I am originally from Cuba. My theoretical orientation is eclectic with an emphasis on Cognitive-Behavioral as well as Jungian approaches. My aim in therapy is to help individuals reach out into the strongest versions of themselves.

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.

Are you looking to focus on yourself and rediscover who you are after a big life change such as children leaving the home? Are you interested in tapping into your creativity? We can use visual art materials for growth and self-discovery. Not sure if you're comfortable with art supplies just yet? That's okay too! We can chat about how to create a space that would be most comfortable for you.

Whether you’re looking for help with relationship and/or attachment issues, boundaries, anxiety, grief or other types of trauma, we develop a plan to explore your issues, and clarify your goals. My body-mind holistic practice offers an eclectic blend of clinical hypnosis, ART, EMDR, EFT, Somatic Experiencing, Yoga, Cranio-sacral therapy, Spiritual counselling and Energy healing. I work with individuals and couples, to find an approach safe and trustworthy.

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.

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

It is my privilege to guide individuals as they unlock new ways of being, thinking, and experiencing themselves in the world. Whether you are dealing with a major life obstacle or healing an old wound, I look forward to working with you with compassion and warmth, and to honouring your personal strengths and needs. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families from many different backgrounds.

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.

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Are you, your relationship or family looking for a therapist with experience & knowledge of 2SLGBTQ+ identities? Rainbowcounselling is a completely virtual 2SLGBTQ+ Affirming Counselling practice which supports folks all over Ontario, Canada. We value anti-oppressive and trauma informed approaches to counselling. Our therapists understand the importance of bridging the gap in accessible mental health care for queer and transgender folks & those in close relationships to the community. Our therapists specialize in topics including: Neurodivergent Identities, Relationships, Trauma, Infidelity, Betrayal, Exploring Sexuality & Gender.

As an art psychotherapist, I am dedicated to unlocking the transformative power of creativity to heal, inspire, and empower individuals on their journey to mental and emotional well-being with a strengths-based, humanistic, trauma-informed, and solution-focused approach. Through a harmonious blend of traditional counselling and art therapy, I provide a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their inner landscapes, express their unique stories, and discover new perspectives. My mission is to cultivate personal growth, resilience, and self-awareness, fostering lasting positive change in the lives of those I support.

I specialize in offering virtual therapy to individuals aged 18 and above, providing valuable support for those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, perinatal mental health, and trauma. When working with me, you can expect a nurturing and safe space where your unique needs take centre stage. My approach is trauma-informed, somatic and mindfulness oriented, focusing on empowering you to reconnect with your inner self and strengthen your emotional well-being. As an Art Therapist, I can offer creative interventions such as writing, painting, sculpting, and drawing as powerful tools for self-expression and healing.

Navigating life's challenges can be difficult and reaching out for support is often the hardest step. I am here to provide a “safer”, caring and supportive space to you in your mental health journey. I step into the therapeutic space as a woman of colour and a psychotherapist. I recognize how the systems we exist in influence our lives and experiences. My approach is trauma-informed, intersectional, and anti-oppressive. In our sessions, I encourage exploration, offer support, and nurture fresh perspectives through gentle and creative methods.