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DBT Skills Therapy in ottawa

We provide therapy to adults 18+. In person therapy is available in Ottawa. Virtual therapy is available for ALL of Ontario.

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What is therapy

Therapy is a space just for you. There is nothing that you have to talk about and nothing that you can’t talk about.

Therapy is an act of self-care where you commit to carving out time in your life to explore what truly fills your cup (and what has been depleting it). It’s a way of gaining a deeper understanding of who you are whilst also working towards becoming a better version of yourself.

Psychotherapy, like a well-tended garden, is a nurturing space where you can cultivate your mental and emotional wellbeing.

Just as a gardener tends to their plants, our role is to provide a supportive environment for growth and healing. It’s a process of patient cultivation, growth and transformation. It offers you the opportunity to tend to your inner landscape, fostering resilience, wellbeing, and a more fulfilling life.

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    • Anxiety, depression & mood disorders

    • Addiction

    • ADHD

    • Personality disorders (e.g. Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder)

    • Burnout & work-related stress

    • Chronic Illness

    • Eating disorders

    • Emotional regulation

    • Embodiment work

    • Grief & loss

    • Highly Sensitive Person Trait (HSP)

    • Interpersonal relationships (e.g. family conflict, codependency, communication, romantic relationships)

    • Men’s issues

    • Perfectionism, procrastination, self-criticism & self-esteem

    • Self-discovery work

    • Sexuality & related topics

    • Sleep & insomnia

    • Spiritual / religious integration & existential issues

    • Trauma (PTSD and c-PTSD)

    • Women’s issues (e.g. PMS, PMDD, Pre- and post-natal)

    • 2SLGBTQIA+ Community

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Specialized Care

We have extensive training and experience in addressing the particular issues encountered by:

  • Health care workers (e.g. physicians, residents, nurses, therapists, social workers, veterinarians, etc.)

  • First responders (e.g. paramedics, firefighters, police officers, etc.)

  • University students and young adults

  • High achievers of all kinds (those striving for excellence in their field)

  • Moms & Dads supporting a child/teenager in difficulty

  • Individuals on a medical leave from work

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Frequently asked questions

  • Contact us HERE to get started.

    Once we receive your message, you will have two options: schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation OR book your full initial session if you are ready to dive in and get started!

  • The fee for your first session is $200 + HST.

    The fee for all following sessions is 185$ + HST.

  • All individual psychotherapy sessions are 50 minutes.

  • Psychotherapy services are currently not included in the Ontario Health Care Plan (OHIP). However, many employer-provided or private health insurance plans provide partial or full coverage.

    Please review your insurance policy or contact your insurance provider to determine if psychotherapy services are covered in your plan.

    You will receive a receipt after each session with all necessary information to submit your claim.

  • Yes! After you have booked your first session, we will send you a short intake and consent form. It typically takes between 5 to 10 minutes to fill out.

  • A phone consultation gives you the chance to speak with your therapist and see if it feels like a good fit. You will be invited to share a little bit about what brings you to therapy before going over logistical details to guide you in the booking process should you wish to proceed.

    A phone consultation is a no-strings-attached opportunity and does not commit you to anything.

  • There is paid parking on site or free 2-hour parking in the residential streets behind the building.

  • Payments can be made by e-transfer or credit card.

  • Your appointment time is reserved for you and you alone. The cancellation policy is in place to support the continuity of our work and your commitment to the process of therapy. If you are unable to provide at least 24-hours’ notice (not including weekends or holidays) when you cancel or if you miss your appointment, you will be charged the full fee for your session.

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“Psychotherapy is meditation for two. I am inviting you to slow down enough to be present, at the feeling level, to what you just said and I meet you there, and we talk. Then we are in the stream of transformation.”

- Naya Rivera

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