Counselling, Psychotherapy and Reduced Fees Services
Ottawa, Ontario 343-887-5222
Issues Treated
Issues Treated
People seek therapy for many reasons—sometimes because of a clear struggle, and other times because something in life simply feels “off.” You might feel stuck in the same emotional patterns, find relationships confusing or painful, or notice a lingering sense of emptiness or anxiety that’s hard to explain. At our practice, we work with children, youth and adults facing a wide range of challenges, using psychodynamic and client-centred approaches that emphasize understanding the deeper roots of emotional pain and supporting authentic self-growth.
Depression and Emotional Numbness
Depression can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself and others. You may feel weighed down by sadness, guilt, or fatigue—or you may simply feel numb, going through the motions of life without meaning. In therapy, we take time to understand what your symptoms might be communicating. Sometimes, depression reflects unexpressed grief or long-held self-criticism. Together, we explore these layers with care, helping you reconnect with your vitality, purpose, and self-compassion.
Anxiety and Chronic Worry
Anxiety can manifest as restlessness, racing thoughts, perfectionism, or a constant need to stay in control. Beneath the surface, anxiety often stems from early experiences of unpredictability or emotional insecurity. Through therapy, we help you understand how these patterns developed and support you in cultivating a calmer, more regulated inner world. You’ll learn both practical strategies to manage anxious feelings and deeper ways to feel safe within yourself.
Trauma, Abuse and Complex PTSD
Many clients come to therapy after experiencing trauma—whether a single event or years of emotional neglect, abuse, criticism, or instability. Trauma can shape how you see yourself, your relationships, and the world around you. We take a trauma-informed approach that prioritizes emotional safety and pacing. Healing involves more than revisiting painful memories—it’s about restoring trust in yourself, your body, and your capacity for connection.
Borderline Personality Disorder and Emotional Intensity (Emotional Dysregulation)
People with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) or strong emotional reactivity often describe feeling everything “too much.” Relationships can swing between closeness and distance, and fears of abandonment can feel overwhelming. Our work together focuses on understanding these emotional shifts without judgment, developing tools for stability and self-soothing, and building relationships that feel more secure and consistent. Over time, therapy helps you form a more grounded, cohesive sense of self.
Adult Children of Parents with Personality Disorders
Growing up with a parent who had narcissistic, borderline, or other personality traits can leave lasting emotional patterns. You may feel overly responsible for others, unsure of your own needs, or drawn to relationships that repeat old wounds. Therapy offers space to understand these patterns, heal from the confusion and emotional neglect of the past, and begin relating to yourself and others with more clarity, self-respect, and choice.
Grief, Self-Esteem, and Relationship Patterns
In addition to mood and personality-related concerns, we work with clients facing grief and loss, low self-esteem, perfectionism, and relationship difficulties. Many people find that current struggles are linked to early experiences of attachment and belonging. By exploring these patterns together, therapy becomes a process of rediscovering who you are beneath old defences and expectations—so that your relationships and inner life can feel more genuine and free.
A Collaborative Path Toward Change
Our psychodynamic and client-centred approaches are grounded in empathy, curiosity, and respect for your individuality. Rather than offering one-size-fits-all advice, we focus on helping you understand yourself more deeply and experience change that feels real and lasting. Healing happens in relationship—and therapy provides a consistent, safe space where your story is heard, your experiences make sense, and new possibilities can emerge.