Stephanie Fotherby-Verk
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
Let's Connect (613) 909-4195

I support individuals, children, teens, and families who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or stuck in difficult emotional and relationship patterns. Life can feel heavy when anxiety takes over, emotions feel hard to manage, or family relationships become strained. My goal is to offer a safe, compassionate space where clients can build understanding, resilience, and meaningful change.
Many of the people I work with struggle with anxiety, emotional reactivity, overthinking, low self-confidence, relationship conflict, and attachment challenges. Children and teens may feel misunderstood, emotionally overwhelmed, or unsure how to express themselves. Parents and families often come to therapy seeking better communication, stronger connection,
Together, we work to understand what’s happening beneath the surface and develop healthier ways of coping and relating. You don’t need to have everything figured out before starting therapy. Whether you’re feeling anxious, disconnected, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin, support is available. I offer a free 15-minute consultation so you can ask question
Call or Email Stephanie Fotherby-Verk now for a free 15 minute consultation - (613) 909-4195
Let's Connect (613) 909-4195

Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 20034 Stephanie Verk
- In Practice for 1 year
- Attended Yorkville University, Master of Counselling Psychology, Graduated 2025
- Degree/Diploma from York University Visual Arts - Fine Arts / 1999
- Degree/Diploma from Queens University Degree in Psychology / 2023
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Stephanie Fotherby-Verk
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (613) 909-4195
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Family Conflict
- Coping Skills
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Cancer
- Child
- Chronic Illness
- Depression
- Divorce
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Teen Violence
- Trauma and PTSD
Stephanie Fotherby-Verk
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (613) 909-4195
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Communities
Single Parent
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Communities
Single Parent
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Art Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Play Therapy
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Stephanie Fotherby-Verk
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (613) 909-4195
Location
Primary Location
Regain Wellness and Psychotherapy
79 Bridge Street
Almonte, ON K0A
(613) 909-4195Email Me
Additional Location
LightHouse Counselling and Wellness
1380 Upper Canada Street
unit 202
Ottawa, ON K0A
(613) 909-4195
Stephanie Fotherby-Verk
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ
Call for a free consultation now - (613) 909-4195