Brittany is a Child and Family Therapist. She is a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with a Master of Social Work from the University of Windsor. She has spent the last few years working in children’s mental health, supporting areas including emotion regulation, behavioural difficulties, trauma, anxiety, fear, depression, social skills, family and/or peer conflict, etc.

Brittany has ample experience working with adults (individuals) and couples, both together and separately. She is able to objectively identify each person’s underlying needs and feelings. By pinpointing where communication breakdowns are occurring and offering insight on the actual messages being conveyed (as well as the WHYs), Brittany helps each person feel heard, understood, and better equipped to satisfy their own and their partner’s needs.

Brittany began her Social Work career at the largest mental health hospital in Canada, where she supported adults with mental health challenges, addiction, and concurrent disorders.

Brittany typically integrates a variety of modalities including Collaborative Problem-Solving (CPS), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and more.

Brittany is the proud mother of two young children. Her ability to relate to parents strengthens her therapeutic rapports. She effectively advocates for the children’s needs while also validating the parents’ experiences. Circle of Security Parenting and attachment theory help inform Brittany’s work with children and their caregivers.

Brittany is immensely passionate about improving well-being and relationships of all kinds. She is determined to contribute to positive change that can last a lifetime.

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Megan is a Registered Nurse Psychotherapist and provides services for adults both in-person and virtually. She has been a Registered Nurse for over 15 years and has worked in a variety of settings including the Emergency Department, clinical research and most recently in acute and community mental health care for the past 10 years at the Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre. With a rich and varied background as a nurse, complemented by extensive training and exposure in mental health care, she presents a uniquely holistic approach to psychotherapy. Her nursing experience has not only equipped her with a deep understanding of physical health and its intricate connection to mental well-being but has also fostered a profound empathy towards individual client experiences. This blend of medical knowledge and empathetic insight allows her to address the multifaceted nature of mental health issues with an exceptional level of care and understanding. Her exposure to diverse health scenarios has honed her ability to adapt and respond effectively to a wide range of psychological challenges, making her an ideal psychotherapist for individuals seeking comprehensive and compassionate mental health care. She has training in different psychotherapy modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness based practices, Polyvagal Theory and Brainspotting with a strong interest in somatic-based therapies. She is passionate about learning and is always working towards building her psychotherapy toolbox! She works with individuals with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic illness, stress, burnout and interpersonal concerns. She focuses on developing a strong therapeutic alliance with each client that is based on meeting their unique needs in a safe, welcoming and non-judgemental space. She believes that healing is always possible, and that empowerment facilitates growth and progress.

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Yvonne is a compassionate and engaging psychotherapist and mental health therapist specializing in services for children, youth, families, and adults. She is a registered social worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers in Ottawa, ON. Yvonne holds a master’s degree in social work from Carleton University in Ottawa, a bachelor’s degree in social work from Mansfield University in Pennsylvania, and a diploma in counseling from Ottawa.

Yvonne has been working with children, families, youths, and adults for about 10+ years. She brings extensive experience in child and family therapy, including a work placement experience with (CHEO) Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario’s children mental health department

Yvonne is dynamic, caring and uses a non-judgmental approach of empathy, collaborative, and validation. She also believes that every child/family will do well if they can, and if not, it means there’s something or someone getting in their way. She provides clients with a warm, supportive, respectful and compassionate space where everyone can feel supported in through their journey.

Yvonne has worked with a wide range of mental health challenges such as: ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Low self-esteem, School challenges, Sibling rivalry, Bereavement and grief, Trauma base therapy, OCD, Interpersonal struggles, Self-esteem struggles, Sensory related challenges, Family conflict, Suicide thoughts and ideation, Impulsivity, Sadness, Aggression, and Bullying.

She is trained in Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS Empathy approach) Trier 1 & 2, Emotional Focused Therapy, Eating Disorder, ADHD training, Circle of Security (COS), Autism, TF-CBT Trauma base, Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS), and Nonviolence crisis intervention (NVCI)

Outside of work, Yvonne enjoys hanging out with her children, cooking, visiting parks, watching action and comedy movies, traveling, music and arts. She is also a community coach, and she’s has been a guest speaker to many community events to speak about children’s mental health, coping strategies, and selfcare for the families providing care.

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Registered Social Worker, Child and Youth Care Counselor, Family Mediator Amber supports women, children, and families navigating the challenging intersection of mental health and the family law system - especially those who have been affected by intimate partner violence.

As a therapist and family court support worker, she specializes in navigating parent conflict, challenging co-parenting dynamics, children’s emotional or behavioural challenges, separation planning, and the family court process. She can support you, your child(ren), or your family through individual or family therapy, court-ordered reunification therapy, separation planning, family mediation, supervised parenting time, or parent coaching.

Amber has training in children resisting post-separation contact; play therapy; attachment-centered interventions to treat trauma, emotional dysregulation, and behavioral challenges; foundations of nonviolent communication; family mediation; and family law for women’s advocates. Amber utilizes principles of play therapy, attachment, the circle of security, somatic processing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and systems theories in her work with women, children, and families.

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David is a registered psychotherapist and child/youth worker who is available to support families who are struggling with anxiety, depression and parent child conflict.

Dave brings his extensive experience working with families and thrives in providing a safe, open and non-judgemental environment where individuals can feel supported in their journey.

Dave has excelled in crisis management for families in conflict and believes in building safe and trusting relationships with his all of his clients. He practices from a collaborative and solution focused framework and is a Tier 2 Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS)practitioner. David uses a variety of treatment approaches including Narrative Therapy and CBT to support his clients in moving forward.

Dave has working extensively with children, youth, and families in Ottawa’s community and clinical settings for over 15 years.

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Melissa is an accredited family mediator and registered psychotherapist specializing in child and family therapy, with a passion for fostering healthy relationships and supporting families through life’s transitions. With over 25 years of experience in the field, Melissa has dedicated their career to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate complex emotional and relational challenges.

Melissa combines a deep understanding of psychological principles with practical mediation skills. This unique blend of expertise enables them to effectively facilitate discussions, promote understanding, and assist families in reaching amicable resolutions during times of conflict.

Melissa’s approach is rooted in compassion, empathy, and an unwavering commitment to the well-being of children and families. She prides herself on providing a safe space for family members to express their feelings, develop effective communication strategies, and mend relationships. Through tailored therapeutic interventions and evidence-based practices, Melissa empowers clients to foster resilience and integrate positive changes into their lives.

As a parenting mediator, Melissa is dedicated to supporting families in creating constructive pathways to resolution, whether through divorce, co-parenting conflicts, or other life transitions. She emphasizes collaboration over confrontation, helping clients prioritize their interests and work together towards mutually beneficial outcomes.

In addition to their clinical work, Melissa actively participates in community education programs, workshops, and seminars to raise awareness about the importance of mental health and effective communication in family dynamics.

When not working with clients, Melissa enjoys spending time with her family and friends and is always on the look out for cheap tickets to exotic destinations.

Melissa is currently accepting new MEDIATION/COLLABORATIVE DIVORCE and ASSESSMENT clients and is committed to providing high-quality support that fosters hope and healing for families in and around the Ottawa area.

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