Robert (Rob) Nettleton, MSW, RSW (he/him), is one of our Associate Clinicians and a registered social worker and psychotherapist in good standing with the OCSWSSW (reg# 829551). When he is not working, you can find him playing video games (RPGs!), reading, browsing vinyl, practicing yoga, and learning how to play curling.

2024 Fee Schedule: $170 per hour for individual therapy.

As a therapist, Rob’s goal is to support you on your journey of living the life you want to live and becoming the person you want to be.

Rob values authenticity, connection, and compassion, so it’s important for him to create a space where you feel that you can completely be yourself, without judgment, as we work together to identify, clarify, and ultimately achieve your goals.

Rob sees clients who tend to experience difficulties related to mood and anxiety or are seeking coping skills to navigate stress and the complexities of life.

Professional Experience:

Over the years working in the hospital setting, Rob has developed a special interest and expertise in working with male youth (ages 15-24 years) and adult males who are seeking support to deal with anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress management, and identity development. Outside of private practice, Rob is a social worker and psychotherapist in youth psychiatry at the Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre.

Professional or Clinical Memberships:

Rob maintains an active professional membership with the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW), Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW), and the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science (ACBS), demonstrating his commitment to staying informed and connected within his field.

Clinical Supervision:

Rob is currently receiving an ongoing clinical supervision from Bruno Jung-Millen, MSW, RSW (OCSWSSW, reg# 837354) and participates in peer group consultations for professional development.

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Jason (he/him) is one of our Associate Clinicians and an individual & couples therapist. He is a registered social worker and psychotherapist in good standing with the OCSWSSW (reg# 845488). Known for his direct and transparent approach, clients appreciate his warm and compassionate stance in all sessions. Jason is also an approved NIHB provider for First Nations and Inuit clients. Outside of work, you will find Jason spending time with his family and enjoying woodworking in his garage.

2024 Fee Structure: $175 per hour for individual therapy and $205 per hour for couples & family therapy.

Jason est francophone et offre des séances entièrement en français sur demande.

Professional Experience:

With over a decade of diverse experience in human and social services, Jason brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his practice. His impressive career includes roles as an Anglican priest, a manager in community mental health, and a skilled psychotherapist. Jason’s unique background includes serving some of the northernmost and most isolated communities in Nunavut, where he gained invaluable insights into human lives and relational dynamics. His profound understanding of these connections, combined with his extensive experience, makes him a trusted and compassionate professional dedicated to supporting his clients’ well-being.

Education & Training:

Jason’s distinguished educational background highlights his deep commitment to providing exceptional care. He holds a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Carleton University, a Master of Arts (MA) in Religious Studies from Université Laval in Quebec City, and a Master of Divinity (MDiv) from the University of Toronto. He further advanced his expertise with a Certificate in Addiction Studies from McMaster University.

In addition to his formal education, Jason has completed extensive training in several specialized areas, including:

• Motivational Interviewing (MI)
• Narrative therapy
• Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT)
• Mindfulness & meditation-based practices
• Trauma-informed approaches

Jason’s diverse and comprehensive training equips him to offer a broad spectrum of therapeutic techniques, ensuring that clients receive tailored, effective support for their unique needs.

Specialization & Clinical Focus:

• Couples therapy using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help partners strengthen their emotional connection and resolve conflicts.
• Alcohol and substance use problems, including Substance Use Disorder (SUD), and impulsive behavior patterns that are not congruent with your values in life.
• ADHD symptoms that prohibit your desire to be productive and achieve goals in life (school, parenting, etc.).
• Men’s issues such as deconstructing toxic masculinity, understanding unique challenges in fatherhood/parenthood, or challenges with anger management.
• Indigenous and anti-colonial practice, offering tailored clinical services for NIHB-eligible clients who identify as First Nation or Inuit.
• Religious trauma and related adversities experienced in your life that are affecting various aspects of your life.
• Moderate issues of communication, parenting, and other relational challenges in couples, whether in committed relationships or in the process of separation.
• Adolescent challenges including substance use, excessive video gaming, or internet use, etc.
• Court-mandated counseling (further consultation required).

Professional or Clinical Memberships:

Jason maintains an active professional membership with the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) and Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW).

Clinical Supervision:

Jason is currently receiving an ongoing external clinical supervision and participates in peer group consultations for professional development.

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Adam (he/him) is one of our Associate Clinicians, working with individuals, including adolescents as young as 13 years old. He is a registered social worker (RSW) and psychotherapist in good standing with the OCSWSSW (reg# 845778). Adam is an experienced, community-focused, and culturally-responsive practitioner who deeply cares about unhoused and displaced youth. He offers sessions fully in English or Arabic upon request from clients.

2024 Fee Structure:

$150 per hour for individual therapy. Please note that HST does not apply to clinical services provided by Registered Social Workers (RSWs).

Specialization & Clinical Focus:

• Anxiety treatment and other related mental health challenges using cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT).
• Interventions for ADHD and related cognitive and behavioral issues.
• Family conflicts and relationship issues in adolescence, including developmental trauma and attachment injuries.
• Foster care and child welfare collaboration (CAS), focusing on transitioning from the system to independent living and advocacy work.
• Young adults or post-secondary students struggling to cope with life transition issues, peer or collegial relationships, and other mental health challenges.
• Psychosexual issues, such as desire discrepancies, focus on addressing differences in sexual desire within relationships, resolving sexual anxieties, and improving intimacy.
• LGBTQ+ issues, including sexuality, involve exploring and affirming sexual orientation, gender identity, and expression.
• Culturally responsive therapy, including offering language-specific sessions.

Professional Experience:

Adam has extensive experience working in various social service and community settings as a youth counselor. Most recently, he served at the Youth Services Bureau (YSB), a centralized agency that supports youth facing challenges with housing, mental health, and substance use issues. Additionally, Adam has worked in a group home setting, where he supported youth and young adults with cognitive disabilities and behavioral issues. His diverse background reflects his commitment to addressing a wide range of needs within the youth and adult population.

Education & Training:

Adam earned his Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree from Carleton University, tailoring his studies to direct intervention and clinical social work practice. Additionally, he holds an Honours Bachelor of Social Sciences degree from the University of Ottawa, where he majored in ethics.

Adam has received professional development training in various therapeutic approaches, including Narrative Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), ADHD interventions, and Polyvagal Theory. He is committed to ongoing professional growth and actively participates in additional training opportunities to continually enhance his knowledge and skills as a clinician.​

Professional or Clinical Memberships:

Adam maintains an active professional membership with the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) and Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW).

Clinical Supervision:

Adam is currently receiving an ongoing clinical supervision from Bruno Jung-Millen, MSW, RSW (OCSWSSW, reg# 837354) and participates in peer group consultations for professional development.

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Renata (She/They) is one of our Associate Clinicians and an individual therapist. She is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in good standing with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (reg# 16139) and a member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (member# 11244092). Renata uses a gentle and non-judgmental approach, drawing on psychodynamic, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive principles, with the goal of fostering a safe space for their clients. Renata also provides sessions in Spanish upon request.

2024 Fee Structure:

$140 per hour for individual therapy. HST is not applicable for clinical services provided by Registered Psychotherapists as of June 20, 2024. Sliding scale available at $100 per hour for individual therapy.

Specialization & Clinical Focus:

• Supporting neurodivergent clients, particularly those on the autism spectrum (helping with masking/unmasking, life transitions, and coping mechanisms).
• 2SLGBTQIA+ issues (exploring identity, sexuality, and providing affirming care).
• Coping with attachment difficulties using trauma-informed and psychodynamic techniques.
• Culturally sensitive therapy, offering sessions in Spanish.
• Supporting BIPOC mental health, trauma, and social justice-informed care.
• Supporting clients coping with anxiety and depression.
• Exploring and processing clients’ past experiences (childhood, development, relationships).
• Pre- and postnatal support, and parenting experiences.
• Supporting older adults with life transitions, stress, and processing the past.

Professional Experience:

Renata has clinical experience working primarily with adults, 2SLGBTQIA+ clients, immigrants, older adults, BIPOC individuals, and neurodivergent clients. She also brings valuable experience from community-based and frontline work, having supported individuals in crisis call centers as well as in educational settings. In these roles, Renata has worked closely with students who have learning and cognitive disabilities, providing them with tailored support to navigate challenges related to their mental health, academic performance, and personal development.

Education & Training:

Renata holds a Master of Arts (MA) with Merit in Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy from Goldsmiths, University of London, and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) with Honours, specializing in Psychology and a Minor in Criminology. They have also completed the following courses and programs:

• Workshops at Goldsmiths, University of London: working with culture/race, women, men, teenagers, seniors, different sexualities and identities, ethical guidelines, addiction, personality disorders, attachment, loss, depression, and anxiety.
• Suicide prevention course (LivingWorks Start), including learning TASC steps.
• Certified by CTRI in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Clinical Supervision:

Renata is currently receiving ongoing clinical supervision from Rene Langen (CRPO, reg# 008497) and also participates in group consultations within our team.

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Shawnna Hunter, B.Ed., M.Sc., RSSW (she/her), is one of our valued Associate Clinicians and a Registered Social Service Worker in good standing with the OCSWSSW (Reg# 844568). With an extensive background in education, mental health, and advocacy, Shawnna brings a compassionate and holistic approach to her practice. She is dedicated to supporting clients through life transitions, mental health challenges, and personal growth, creating a safe and non-judgmental space for healing. Whether you’re navigating stress, anxiety, or seeking personal empowerment, Shawnna’s expertise and client-centered approach will help you on your journey toward wellness and resilience.

2024-2025 Fee Structure:

$150 per hour for individual therapy. If you require a sliding scale fee, please inquire about it during your consultation with Shawnna.

Specialization & Clinical Focus:

• Anxiety and Depression: Shawnna supports clients in managing anxiety and moderate depression by developing coping strategies that improve mood, reduce symptoms, and enhance overall mental health.
• Stress and Daily Life Struggles: She helps clients manage stress and everyday challenges through personalized techniques, fostering resilience and promoting healthier routines.
• Navigating Adulthood: Shawnna assists individuals in dealing with the challenges of transitioning into adulthood, such as identity formation, career decisions, and life responsibilities.
• Relational, Social, and Family Conflicts: She focuses on improving relationships and communication, helping clients navigate social challenges, resolve family conflicts, and strengthen interpersonal connections.
• School and Work-Related Struggles: Shawnna provides guidance for those facing academic or professional stressors, aiming to improve productivity and emotional well-being.
• Religious Trauma: She offers a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to heal from religious trauma or conflicts, supporting their identity and personal growth.
• Self-Esteem, Boundaries, and Communication Issues: Shawnna helps clients build self-worth and confidence while establishing healthy boundaries and improving communication skills to enhance overall well-being.

Professional Experience:

Shawnna has had the privilege of serving individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities, which has enriched her understanding of their unique mental health needs. She has worked extensively in social services, particularly in mental health. Her roles have included settlement caseworker, mentor, mental health liaison, mental health case manager, and program manager, allowing her to develop a robust foundation in counseling and mental health support. Shawnna has provided crisis counseling, mental health case management, and psychosocial support, ensuring that individuals receive the care they need during challenging times.

Working in underserved, racialized, and marginalized communities, where trauma, violence, and barriers to accessing mental health services are prevalent, has further sharpened her skills in supporting youth and families who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, and daily life challenges.

Education & Training:

Shawnna holds a Master of Science in Applied Psychology from the University of Liverpool. She also earned a Bachelor of Education from Mount Saint Vincent University and a Diploma in Social Service Work from Sheridan College. Her education is complemented by extensive training in various therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and attachment-focused therapy, all rooted in strength-based and trauma-informed methodologies. Additionally, Shawnna incorporates spirituality and faith-based approaches into her practice upon request, tailoring her methods based on individual needs assessments to provide holistic support.

Clinical Supervision:

Shawnna is currently receiving an ongoing clinical supervision from Bruno Jung-Millen, MSW, RSW (OCSWSSW, reg# 837354) and participates in peer group consultations for professional development.

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Sarah Janssen, BSW (she/her), is a Master of Social Work (MSW) student joining us from January to August 2025 for her clinical placement. Although she is a master’s-level student, Sarah is already a practicing professional in the field. During her clinical placement, she will be offering individual therapy, specializing in helping young adults navigate anxiety, ADHD, and interpersonal challenges. With a strength-based, structural approach, Sarah customizes each session to suit your specific needs and goals, ensuring therapy feels meaningful and empowering. When she’s not in the office, you can find her exploring new hiking trails with her dog or diving into her latest fantasy novel.

Clinical Intern Fee Structure:

The standard rate is $80 per hour, with lower fee options and pro bono services available based on financial and personal circumstances.

Professional & Clinical Experience:

Sarah brings a wealth of hands-on experience, having worked with Kids Help Phone, a national crisis support agency providing assistance to children, and in an addiction treatment setting. She has primarily provided short-term, solution-focused counseling in these fast-paced environments, supporting individuals through some of their most challenging moments. Now, she’s excited to offer longer-term therapeutic relationships at Intersections Therapy Collective, helping clients make sustainable changes over time.

Areas of Clinical Focus:

• Managing ADHD and anxiety: If symptoms are making it hard to achieve your personal or professional goals, Sarah can help you develop strategies to better manage them.
• Improving relationships: Sarah supports clients in navigating difficult family or interpersonal dynamics by establishing healthy boundaries to enhance your mental health and well-being.
• Trauma-responsive care: She works with clients to understand the lingering effects of trauma and how to meaningfully address its impact on your life.

Education & Training:

Sarah holds a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Carleton University and is currently pursuing her Master of Social Work (MSW) through the University of Waterloo.

Clinical Supervision:

Sarah is under the supervision of Bruno Jung-Millen, MSW, RSW (OCSWSSW, reg# 837354), throughout her clinical placement, ensuring high-quality care for all her clients.

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Kevin (he/him) is one of our associate clinicians and primarily works as a couples and family therapist. He is a registered social worker and psychotherapist in good standing with the OCSWSSW (reg# 836294). Kevin prioritizes meeting clients where they are and creating an individualized environment, allowing people to engage in a way that feels authentic to them. Beyond the office, Kevin is likely outdoors—rock climbing, camping, and canoeing his way through the natural world.

2024 Fee Schedule: $160 per hour for individual therapy and $180 per hour for couples & family therapy.

COI Statement: If your child attends a school within the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board, depending on which school your child attends, Kevin may not be able to provide clinical services due to his ongoing commitment at the school board (particularly if he is providing or has provided clinical services at your child’s school).

Specialization & Clinical Focus:

• Attachment-based and emotionally focused interventions to help couples navigate relational challenges and build stronger emotional connections.
• Family conflict, relationship rupture, and parenting issues using an emotion-focused and attachment approach.
• Mental health concerns in children and youth, including depression, anxiety, self-harm, suicidal ideation, emotion regulation, anger, and school avoidance.
• Helping adults navigate stress, burnout, and life transitions.
• The intersection of neurodiversity, ADHD, Autism, and mental health.
• Experiential and nature-based approaches to mental health and wellbeing.

Professional Experience:

Kevin has worked for over 10 years in the human services field, helping individuals, groups, and families. He is currently a school social worker in Ottawa and has been supporting students, their families, and school communities for the past four years. Kevin has also gained experience working in a college counseling center and in community mental health with individuals facing mental health, substance use, and housing difficulties. Additionally, Kevin spent several years in the unique field of adventure therapy, utilizing outdoor adventure and immersion in the natural world as a means of helping young people make positive changes.

Education & Training:

Kevin has earned a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from Carleton University as well as a Bachelor of Physical and Health Education in Outdoor Adventure Leadership from Laurentian University. Additionally, he has completed various training courses and programs, including but not limited to:

• Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) and Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) - Trainer
• Autism and Mental Health
• Motivational Interviewing (MI)
• Trauma-Informed Approaches

Professional or Clinical Memberships:

Kevin maintains an active professional membership with the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) and Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW).

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Bruno (he/him) is the Clinical Director and an individual, couples, and sex therapist. He is a registered social worker and psychotherapist in good standing with the OCSWSSW (reg# 837354) and a professional member of several associations, including the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT) and the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT). Bruno is especially passionate about working with individuals and couples who are committed to improving their relationships, intimacy, and sexual well-being. When he is not in the office, Bruno enjoys quality time with his children and adventures in and out of Canada.

2024 Fee Structure: $180 for individual therapy and $230 for couples therapy.

Specialization & Clinical Focus:

• Psychosexual treatment (systemic sex therapy) addresses various sexual dysfunctions and compulsive or out-of-control sexual behaviors (OCSB), providing a comprehensive approach to improving sexual health and well-being.
• Relationship, intimacy, and sexual difficulties encompass a range of issues, including consensual non-monogamy (CNM), open relationships, polyamory, and non-dyadic arrangements, helping partners navigate their unique relationship dynamics.
• Treating male adults with a history of sexual trauma and maltreatment to process adversities and address symptoms such as anxiety and depression related to both interpersonal and sexual relationships.
• LGBTQIA+ issues focus specifically on the experiences of same-sex couples and related family matters, offering tailored support to address the distinct challenges they may face.

Professional Experience:

Bruno is a founder of Intersections Therapy Collective and dedicates his time providing the best clinical care to clients and operating the clinic.

His most recent professional experience in the public sector was working as a therapist at a university medical clinic supporting youth and young adults struggling with mental health and academic challenges, and collaborating with physicians, psychiatrists and registered nurses on various cases. Bruno has also conducted 2SLGBTQIA+ focused group therapy programs and delivered mental health workshops at the university.

Previous experiences include adult mental health counselling, crisis intervention, private adoption practice, child protection (i.e. Children’s Aid Society), addictions & harm reduction, Indigenous social services (family violence and well-being programs), child welfare policy research, and children’s mental health practice & parent advocacy work (PCMH).

Bruno also provides workshops and psycho-educational presentations to groups and organizations. Most recently, he presented a professional seminar titled “Loss and Identity for Intercountry Adoptees: Exploring Narrative Therapy” at 2023 North American Council on Adoptable Children (NACAC) conference in Kansas City, MO.

Education & Training:

Bruno earned his Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from Carleton University concentrating on direct intervention and clinical social work practice which included independent studies on attachment-focused therapy and developmental trauma. He has participated in graduate studies as an Ontario Visiting Graduate Student at the Faculty of Social Work at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, ON. Bruno also holds an Honors B.Soc.Sc. degree from University of Ottawa with distinction.

Additionally, Bruno has successfully completed the following certificate training programs:

• Intensive sex therapy training program (University of Guelph)
• Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy Externship (International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy)
• Clinical supervision (Wilfrid Laurier University)
• Cognitive behavioral therapy (Wilfrid Laurier University)
• Narrative therapy and community practice (Dulwich Centre)
• ACT: An Adoption and Permanency Curriculum for Child Welfare and Mental Health Professionals © (Adoption Council of Ontario)
• Circle of Security® Parenting™ & COS intensive assessment protocol (Circle of Security International)
• Collaborative Problem Solving Approach (Think:Kids)
• Attachment, Self-Regulation, and Competency (ARC) Framework: Treating Traumatic Stress in Children and Adolescents
• Dr. Neufeld’s attachment based developmental approach (Neufeld Institute)
• Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (S.P.A.C.E.) treatment (Yale University - Child Study Centre)

Bruno is trained in the following clinical modalities and/or practice models. The list below is not exhaustive, but serves to highlight some of his ongoing professional development:

• Emotionally focused therapy (EFT)
• Gottman method for couples therapy
• Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
• Attachment focused family therapy
• Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
• Interpersonal psychotherapy
• Solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT)

Clinical Supervision:

Bruno is currently receiving supervision from Dr. Barry McCarthy, a clinical psychologist and a certified AASECT supervisor, for his ongoing professional development. He is also part of several group supervision circles within the couples and sex therapy field. Additionally, Bruno supervises some of our therapists at the practice.

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Doro (they/them) is one of our Associate Clinicians and a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in good standing with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (reg# 15944). Using narrative, solution-focused, and social justice principles, Doro focuses on helping clients make sense of their life stories. They can also provide sessions in Cantonese upon request from clients.

2024 Fee Structure: $135 per hour for individual therapy. HST is not applicable for clinical services provided by Registered Psychotherapists as of June 20, 2024.

COI Statement: If you are currently a client of Family Services Ottawa or have received services from Doro at the agency in the past, it is important that you collaborate with Doro prior to scheduling your first session to ensure there is no potential conflict of interest, as Doro has an ongoing professional commitment at Family Services Ottawa.

Specialization & Clinical Focus:

• 2SLGBTQIA+ issues and gender-affirming care (e.g., exploration or questioning, social and/or medical transition, stigma, and courage)
• Culturally responsive immigrant and refugee care
• BIPOC mental health, racial minority stress & trauma
• Processing grief (e.g., death of a loved one, relationship losses, global crises)
• Finding one’s voice amidst societal oppressions through advocacy and empowerment

Professional Experience:

Doro brings their professional experience in community, private, and educational settings to our team. Most recently, Doro has been supporting clients in the community sector from different socioeconomic and racial-cultural backgrounds. Other experiences include supporting students with disabilities in university residences and survivors of sexual violence.

Education & Training:

Doro holds a Master of Education in Counselling Psychology (MEd) degree from the University of Ottawa and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (BA) from McGill University. Additionally, Doro has completed various training courses and programs, including but not limited to:

• Polyvagal theory and practice
• Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
• Narrative therapy and community practice
• Cross cultural and health equity

Clinical Supervision:

Doro is currently receiving ongoing clinical supervision from Kim de Bellefeuille-Percy, MEd, RP, CCS (CRPO reg# 001219). Doro also participates in group consultations within our team.

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Louriecar (she/her) is one of our Associate Clinicians and primarily provides clinical services to adult individuals. She is a Registered Psychotherapist in good standing with the CRPO (reg# 12613). Using cognitive behavior, attachment-focused, and mindfulness approaches, Louriecar tailored each session to her client’s needs. Outside of work, she enjoys knitting socks and napping with Shiba-Inu!

2024 Fee Structure: $150 per hour for individual therapy. HST is not applicable for clinical services provided by Registered Psychotherapists as of June 20, 2024.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Louriecar will be on maternity leave from early July until the second week of November 2024. She will accept new clients upon her return, with a waitlist opening during the first week of October.

Specialization & Clinical Focus:

• Providing treatment for anxiety, depression, and other cognitive and behavioral challenges that hinder you from reaching your best self in life.
• Supporting complex challenges in BIPOC mental health and advocacy.
• Unpacking emotionally charged family dynamics through an attachment-focused and trauma-informed lens.
• Helping you approach life transition issues through a mindfulness-based stress-reduction model.
• Making sense of your adversities and traumatic life experiences, such as partner/gender violence, through narrative and justice-oriented approaches and guiding you to achieve wholeness by working through a body-mind-based model.
• Addressing the multi-faceted challenges and unique layers of 2SLGBTQIA+ issues, including the gender transition process. (Note: Louriecar is an ally to the community. If you prefer to work with a therapist who identifies as a member of the community, please browse through Our Team page to select another therapist.)

Professional Experience:

Louriecar brings her professional frontline experience in various settings, such as victim services and a rape crisis center, to our clinical environment. As a classically trained cognitive-behavior practitioner, Louriecar previously practiced in another private mental health setting in the GTA area under supervision. She is also experienced in providing language-specific psychotherapy sessions in Tagalog upon request from clients!

Education & Training:

Louriecar holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) degree from Yorkville University and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology from Carleton University. She has also completed various post-graduate training programs, including but not limited to:

• Narrative Therapy
• Attachment-Focused Psychotherapy
• Cognitive Behavior Therapy
• National Adoption Competency Mental Health Training
• Polyvagal theory and practice

Clinical Supervision:

Louriecar is currently receiving an ongoing clinical supervision from MacGyver Kou, MSC, ​RP (CRPO, reg# 005445) and participates in peer group consultations for professional development.

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Julian Lue, MSW, RSW (he/him), is one of our Associate Clinicians, a registered social worker, and psychotherapist in good standing with the OCSWSSW (reg# 850492). Specializing in working with trans and gender diverse individuals of all ages, Julian also supports their caregivers and families. Additionally, he works with individuals experiencing social anxiety and post-secondary students.

2024 Fee Schedule: $160 per hour for individual therapy.

COI Notice: If you are currently attending or have attended the Adolescent Health Clinic at CHEO as a youth or caregiver since August 2023, Julian is unable to provide services due to his ongoing professional responsibilities at CHEO.

Specialization & Clinical Focus:

• Anxiety treatment and other related mental health challenges using cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT).
• Gender identity and challenges associated with transitioning, including hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and gender-affirming surgeries.
• Parents struggling to support their child with gender identity exploration or questioning.
• Young adults or post-secondary students struggling to cope with life transition issues, peer or collegial relationships, and other mental health challenges.

Professional Experience:

Julian has worked at a local hospital in outpatient mental health, as well as in a post-secondary context, supporting students struggling with mental health and academic challenges. Please note that if your family or child is currently receiving services at the gender diversity clinic at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO), Julian cannot provide counseling or psychotherapy due to his ongoing professional obligations.

Education & Training:

Julian earned his Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from Carleton University, tailoring his studies to direct intervention and clinical social work practice. Additionally, he holds an Honours Bachelor of Kinesiology degree from McMaster University.

He received post-graduate training in cognitive-behavioral therapy from Wilfrid Laurier University and underwent narrative therapy training after obtaining his MSW. Julian continues to actively participate in professional development opportunities to enhance his knowledge and skills as a clinician.

Professional or Clinical Memberships:

Julian maintains an active professional membership with the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) and Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW).

Clinical Supervision:

Julian is currently receiving an ongoing clinical supervision from Bruno Jung-Millen, MSW, RSW (OCSWSSW, reg# 837354) and participates in peer group consultations for professional development.

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Jake (he/him) is one of our Associate Clinicians working with individuals on specific psychosocial issues. He is a registered social worker (RSW) and psychotherapist in good standing with the OCSWSSW (reg# 836527). Jake is an empathetic clinician who enjoys working with children, youth, and adults using a collaborative and strengths-based approach.

2024 Fee Structure: $160 per hour for individual therapy, including child and parent sessions.

COI Statement: If your child attends a school within the Western Québec School Board, it is important that you collaborate with Jake prior to scheduling your child’s first session to mitigate any potential conflict of interest. Depending on which school your child attends, Jake may not be able to provide clinical services due to his ongoing commitment at the school board (particularly if he is providing or has provided clinical services at your child’s school).

Specialization and Clinical Focus:

• Child and youth mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and emotional regulation.
• ADHD-related issues that may interfere with day-to-day functioning and well-being.
• Teens and young adults struggling with relationships, life transitions, communication, and other mental health challenges.
• Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy.

Professional Experience:

Jake currently works as a school social worker, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to support students and families struggling with mental health, behavioral, and academic challenges. He has previously practiced as a mental health counselor for children and teens, establishing a collaborative approach to psychotherapy to support individuals in achieving their goals.

Education and Training:

Jake holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Carleton University as well as an Honours Bachelor of Human Kinetics degree from the University of Ottawa. Additionally, he has completed various training courses and programs, including but not limited to:

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Trauma-focused acceptance and commitment therapy (TF-ACT)
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
• Understanding, supporting, and accompanying young people with ADHD

Professional or Clinical Memberships:

Jake maintains an active professional membership with the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) and the Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW). He is also a registered member of the Ordre des travailleurs sociaux et thérapeutes conjugaux et familiaux du Quebec (OTSTCFQ), the regulating body for social workers in Quebec.

Clinical Supervision:

Jake is currently receiving ongoing external clinical supervision and participates in peer group consultation for professional development.

Jake (he/him) is one of our Associate Clinicians working with individuals on specific psychosocia... Read More

Allison Tugwell, MEd, RP (she/her), is one of our dedicated Associate Clinicians specializing in individual therapy. As a Registered Psychotherapist in good standing with the CRPO (#008098), Allison offers a calm, caring, and supportive environment where clients can feel heard and understood. With a passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges, she tailors her approach to meet each client’s unique needs. Outside of her professional life, Allison channels her creativity into art, crafting, and design projects, bringing a thoughtful and reflective touch to everything she does.

2024 Fee Structure: $175.00 per hour for individual therapy. HST is not applicable for clinical services provided by Registered Psychotherapists as of June 20, 2024.

Allison is also an approved provider for the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program. Our clinic offers direct billing for eligible clients enrolled in the NIHB program.

Professional Experience:

Allison brings over eight years of dedicated experience to her role as an Associate Clinician. She began her career working with youth and families, providing crucial crisis support through her roles at Family Services Ottawa (FSO) and Youth Services Bureau (YSB). Her background includes extensive experience in both community and private settings, where she has skillfully offered both short-term and long-term support tailored to individual needs.

Her work at FSO and YSB has equipped her with a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by individuals and families, enabling her to deliver compassionate, effective, and personalized care. Allison’s approach combines her extensive experience with a commitment to fostering resilience and growth in her clients.

Specialization & Clinical Focus:

• Enhancing emotional awareness and developing emotion-regulation skills using a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) approach.
• Coping with symptoms of anxiety and depression through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques.
• Exploring and processing childhood trauma to reduce its impact.
• Specializing in support for clients dealing with grief and loss, shame, and guilt.
• Addressing relationship difficulties, conflicts, and attachment struggles with a focus on improving assertiveness and communication skills.
• Setting goals and overcoming barriers to feeling “stuck,” as well as supporting clients through life transitions.
• Using mindful self-compassion approaches.

Education & Training:

Allison holds an Honours BA with a Specialization in Psychology and a Master of Education with a Concentration in Counselling Psychology, both from the University of Ottawa. Her extensive training in narrative therapy, trauma-informed approaches, substance-use issues, Indigenous cultural safety, and Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) reflects her commitment to providing comprehensive and empathetic care.

With her broad skill set and specialized knowledge, Allison is well-equipped to support clients through a range of challenges, from trauma and substance use to cultural sensitivity and crisis intervention. Her dedication to ongoing education ensures that she brings the most current and effective strategies to her practice, helping clients navigate their difficulties with confidence and resilience.

Clinical Supervision:

For professional development, Allison is currently receiving ongoing external supervision and participating in peer group consultations.

Allison Tugwell, MEd, RP (she/her), is one of our dedicated Associate Clinicians specializing in ... Read More

Veronica (she/her) is one of our Associate Clinicians and the designated child & family therapist. She is a registered social worker, psychotherapist in good standing with the OCSWSSW (reg# 836618). She is also a registered Circle of Security® Parenting™ (COSP™) facilitator with Circle of Security International and one of our SPACE treatment providers.

2024 Fee Structure: $175 per hour for individual therapy (including child and parent sessions) and $205 per hour for family therapy.

Veronica is also an approved provider for the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program. Our clinic offers direct billing for eligible clients enrolled in the NIHB program.

Specialization & Clinical Focus:

• Child and youth mental health such as anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self-harm, neurodivergence, identity related challenges, emotional regulation issues, and disordered eating, etc.
• Parent-child interaction challenges, attachment-focused parenting interventions (COSP™), and parent-based treatment services for childhood anxiety (SPACE treatment).
• Developmental trauma informed care for children and youth who are adopted or in foster care and their families who are self referred or referred by agencies in the community such as CAS.
• Culturally responsive care for First Nations and Inuit clients (primarily children and youth) accessing counselling services through the NIHB program.
• Young adults or post-secondary students struggling to cope with life transition issues, peer or collegial relationships, and other mental health challenges.
• Trauma-focused cognitive behavior therapy.

Professional Experience:

Veronica is an experienced child & family therapist. Throughout her career, she focused on working with children, adolescents, and families. She has worked in a variety of clinical practice settings such as a rehabilitation team, post-secondary counselling (university), immigration and refugee youth counselling, and children’s mental health agency. Veronica also has experiences supporting children and families in the child welfare system.

Education & Training:

Veronica holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree and Bachelor of Arts in Child Studies from Carleton University. She has also received the following post-graduate training, but not limited to:

• Emotion focused family therapy (EFFT)
• Narrative therapy
• Cognitive behavior therapy (unified protocol)
• Trauma-focused cognitive behavior therapy (TF-CBT)
• Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS)
• Disordered eating support and interventions
• Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) treatment
• Circle of Security® Parenting™ (COSP™)

Professional or Clinical Memberships:

Veronica maintains an active professional membership with the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) and Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW).

Clinical Supervision:

Veronica is currently receiving an ongoing clinical supervision from Bruno Jung-Millen, MSW, RSW (OCSWSSW, reg# 837354) and participates in peer group consultations for professional development.

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