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Photo of Rachelle Watson - Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Photo of Rachelle Watson - Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker

Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Markham, ON L6B
(289) 806-5137
Let's Connect (289) 806-5137
Photo of Rachelle Watson - Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Are you perpetually in fight or flight or shut down mode? Do your emotions feel out of control? Easily triggered? I'm Rachelle and I’m the face behind OPS, an online therapy practice. I specialize in nervous system stabilization. I work with those who have experienced trauma to process its emotional and the physical effects. My practice incorporates a focus on the mind-body connection, which most clients say was the missing piece in previous therapy. The body goes through just as much as the mind; effective therapy involves paying close attention to the body and developing nervous system resiliency.
My areas of practice include emotion dysregulation (BPD and bipolar disorder), depression and anxiety, and grief and loss. As a pet person, I have a soft spot for and experience working with pet owners and those working in the pet care industry. I also support clients with chronic health concerns including auto-immune diagnoses and cancer.
My clients tell me that I am empathetic, relatable and approachable. I prioritize maintaining a meaningful client-therapist relationship. Therapy with OPS is collaborative at all stages. Sessions are always conversational in style but structured in the sense that we are always working toward client-set goals. You set the destination but I have the map.
Call or Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist now for a free 15 minute consultation - (289) 806-5137

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Markham, ON L6B

(289) 806-5137

Ottawa, ON K2B

I offer phone & video sessions so it will always be OK to bring your emotional support blanket. Daytime and weekend appointments available.
I specialize in Depression, Borderline Personality (BPD) and Grief 
$165 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Meet the therapist
Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist
Let's Connect (289) 806-5137
Photo of Rachelle Watson - Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Markham, ON L6B

(289) 806-5137

Ottawa, ON K2B

I offer phone & video sessions so it will always be OK to bring your emotional support blanket. Daytime and weekend appointments available.
I specialize in Depression, Borderline Personality (BPD) and Grief 
$165 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Meet the therapist
Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $165
  • Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Mastercard, Visa
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Receipts issued for client submission to insurance companies. Please ensure you have coverage for registered social work.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 806-5137
Photo of Rachelle Watson - Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
"
Receipts issued for client submission to insurance companies. Please ensure you have coverage for registered social work.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 806-5137
Photo of Rachelle Watson - Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Qualifications

    Registered Social Worker: Rachelle Watson
  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers Rachelle Watson
  • In Practice for 6 Years
  • Degree/Diploma from Carleton University Psychology / 2013
  • Degree/Diploma from Durham College Addictions and Mental Health Counselling / 2015
  • Attended University of Toronto, Masters of Social Work, Graduated 2018
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (289) 806-5137
Photo of Rachelle Watson - Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (289) 806-5137
Photo of Rachelle Watson - Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Depression
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Grief

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Cancer
  • Caregiver support
  • Chronic Illness
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Infidelity
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obesity
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pet loss
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Issues
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Therapy with me involves developing awareness but then doing something with that awareness. We will make connections, challenge assumptions, work on learning to respond to emotions differently and communicate effectively both with the body and with other humans. My approach is direct yet gentle (a skill I've perfected!).
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 806-5137
Photo of Rachelle Watson - Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
"
Therapy with me involves developing awareness but then doing something with that awareness. We will make connections, challenge assumptions, work on learning to respond to emotions differently and communicate effectively both with the body and with other humans. My approach is direct yet gentle (a skill I've perfected!).
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 806-5137
Photo of Rachelle Watson - Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Mother , 
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Mother , 
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Polyvagal therapy for trauma
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I tailor my therapeutic approach to each client. I am formally trained in Polyvagal Therapy (nervous system stabilization), DBT, CBT, Mindfulness, Narrative and Interpersonal Psychotherapy. Instead of putting clients into one therapeutic box, I pull various concepts, exercises and strategies from different therapies to fit each client's specific needs.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 806-5137
Photo of Rachelle Watson - Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
"
I tailor my therapeutic approach to each client. I am formally trained in Polyvagal Therapy (nervous system stabilization), DBT, CBT, Mindfulness, Narrative and Interpersonal Psychotherapy. Instead of putting clients into one therapeutic box, I pull various concepts, exercises and strategies from different therapies to fit each client's specific needs.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 806-5137
Photo of Rachelle Watson - Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Location

Primary Location

Markham, ON L6B

(289) 806-5137

Email us

Website

Additional Location

Ottawa, ON K2B

(289) 806-5137

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

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I offer phone & video sessions so it will always be OK to bring your emotional support blanket. Daytime and weekend appointments available.
Call for a free consultation now - (289) 806-5137
Photo of Rachelle Watson - Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
"
I offer phone & video sessions so it will always be OK to bring your emotional support blanket. Daytime and weekend appointments available.
Call for a free consultation now - (289) 806-5137
Photo of Rachelle Watson - Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW