Counselling, Psychotherapy and Reduced Fees Services
Ottawa, Ontario 343-887-5222
Our Team
Meet Our Team

Clinical Director
Joanna Williams Olsen
(She/Her/Hers)
Joanna is a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. She is the clinical director of the private practice, Centretown Psychotherapy in downtown (Centretown) Ottawa, where she offers counselling and psychotherapy services for a range of emotional problems.
She has over 20 years of experience and is also a Clinical Member of the Ontario Society of Registered Psychotherapists. For professional growth and development purposes, Joanna is consulting with Mary Jane Esplen, M. Sc. Ph.D. R.N., FIPA. Member/ Psychoanalyst/Psychotherapist College of Nurses of Ontario (RN).

Michelle (Shelly) Desjardins
MSW, REGISTERED SOCIAL WORKER, PSYCHOTHERAPIST (ASSOCIATE)

Michelle (Shelly) Desjardins
MSW, REGISTERED SOCIAL WORKER, PSYCHOTHERAPIST (ASSOCIATE)
(She/Her/Hers)

Myriam Cimon
REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST (QUALIFYING)
(She/Her/Hers)

Mahtab Kharratzadeh
INTERN THERAPIST
(She/Her/Hers)

Samantha Beaudoin
INTERN THERAPIST
(She/Her/Hers)

Emily Webb
PSYCHOTHERAPY ASSISTANT

Emily Webb
PSYCHOTHERAPY ASSISTANT
Emilly

Sandi Milligan
PSYCHOTHERAPY ASSISTANT

Sandi Milligan
PSYCHOTHERAPY ASSISTANT
Sandi

Sandi Milligan
OFFICE MANAGER

Sandi Milligan
OFFICE MANAGER
(She/Her/Hers)

Emily Webb
PSYCHOTHERAPY ASSISTANT

Emily Webb
PSYCHOTHERAPY ASSISTANT
(She/Her/Hers)

Cooper Milligan
PSYCHOTHERAPY ASSISTANT

Cooper Milligan
PSYCHOTHERAPY ASSISTANT
(He/Him/His)

Isabelle Olsen
PSYCHOTHERAPY ASSISTANT

Isabelle Olsen
PSYCHOTHERAPY ASSISTANT
(She/Her/Hers)
Our Volunteers and Our Values
Volunteers bring warmth and care to our practice, helping to create a welcoming atmosphere for all. By learning and forming genuine connections, they help foster a safe, compassionate space where clients feel truly seen and supported.
Their presence and support reflects our deep commitment to genuineness, compassion, and inclusive care—extending empathy beyond therapy sessions by assisting with tasks that enhance the overall client experience.
All of our volunteers are thoughtfully selected and trained to respect privacy and work collaboratively with our therapists, supporting our shared mission of delivering compassionate, authentic, and inclusive care.

Jade Milligan
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER (Volunteer)

Jade Milligan
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER (Volunteer)
(She/Her/Hers)

Brianna Foley
PSYCHOTHERAPY ASSISTANT (Volunteer)

Brianna Foley
PSYCHOTHERAPY ASSISTANT (Volunteer)
(She/Her/Hers)

Jade Belanger
PSYCHOTHERAPY ASSISTANT (Volunteer)

Jade Belanger
PSYCHOTHERAPY ASSISTANT (Volunteer)
(She/Her/Hers)

Emily Webb
PSYCHOTHERAPY ASSISTANT

Emily Webb
PSYCHOTHERAPY ASSISTANT

Sandi Milligan
PSYCHOTHERAPY ASSISTANT

Sandi Milligan
PSYCHOTHERAPY ASSISTANT