Dr. Sarah Birnie
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (343) 809-5954
I am a clinical psychologist working exclusively with individuals and families navigating infertility, donor conception, surrogacy, infant loss, and pregnancy/postpartum after assisted reproduction. I offer the required one-time consultation for single individuals or couples needing to use donor gametes. I also follow individuals and families in psychotherapy over time to help them navigate the many hurdles, decisions, and medical interventions they may need. It is not uncommon for me to follow clients for several years.
My practice is 2SLGBTQI+ and BIPOC friendly. This part of my practice is very important to me.
Therapy can cover:
1. The process of assisted reproduction and what to expect,
2. Emotional resourcing to help regulate the nervous system,
3. Communicating with family/friends/employers,
4. Coping with uncertainty and grief,
5. Coping with anxiety related to pregnancy (with/without a surrogate), and
6. Advocating for self in the medical system
Having a roadblock to family planning is a traumatic experience. My clients describe feeling misunderstood, isolated, and in a near constant state of nervous system activation. It is never too early in the journey to reach out and build a network of support. I am happy to meet new clients and am honoured to be a small part of their journey.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Dr. Sarah Birnie now - (343) 809-5954
Let's Connect (343) 809-5954
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $245
- Couple Sessions $250
Payment Methods
e-Transfer, Mastercard, VisaQualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 4841 Sarah Ann Birnie
- In Practice for 17 years
- Attended University of Ottawa, Ph.D., Graduated 2008
Education and Years In Practice
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Donor Conception
- Infertility
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Surrogacy
Dr. Sarah Birnie
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (343) 809-5954
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
- Family Systems
- Integrative
- Internal Family Systems
Dr. Sarah Birnie
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (343) 809-5954