Services
Every person who walks through my door, or logs on to a session, is carrying something. A relationship that no longer feels safe. A version of themselves they've lost touch with. A pattern they can't seem to break no matter how hard they try.
The work I do is about helping you understand what's underneath all of it. Not just the arguments or the anxiety or the low moments, but the deeper story. Where it came from, why it makes sense, and what it might look like to live differently.
I offer three main areas of support: couples counselling, individual therapy, and relationship support for individuals. Wherever you're starting from, we'll figure out the right fit together.
Couples Counselling in Ottawa
Relationships are hard, even the strong, loving ones. Communication breaks down, resentment builds, and it can start to feel impossible to truly hear each other again.
In my couples counselling practice in Ottawa, sessions are less about deciding who's right and more about understanding what keeps the two of you stuck. My role is to slow things down, create safety in the conversation, and make sure both people feel heard and understood. Many couples are surprised to find that therapy feels less like arguing and more like finally understanding what has been happening underneath the conflict all along.
The goal is not perfection. It is a relationship where both people feel more connected, respected, and emotionally secure.
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Married and common-law couples
Couples contemplating marriage
LGBTQ+ couples
Intercultural couples
Open and polyamorous relationships
Couples considering separation, not just those wanting to stay together
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Communication breakdown
Infidelity and rebuilding trust
Intimacy and emotional connection
Parenting conflicts
Life transitions as a couple
Deepening a relationship that is already working
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That is completely normal. Many partners come in feeling unsure or worried they will be blamed. I usually do one individual session with each person early on if it feels right, so both people have a chance to share their perspective privately. The goal from the very first session is for both of you to feel safe enough to be honest.
Individual Therapy in Ottawa
For women who are tired of holding everything together, never feeling quite good enough, and ready to understand why they keep ending up in the same place.
You don't have to get it right here. You don't need the perfect way to explain what's happening or the most organized version of your story. We can start exactly where you are.
Breakthroughs in individual therapy are often quieter than people expect. A shift in tone. Less self-blame. A small gap opening between "this is just who I am" and "this might be something I learned." And from there, change becomes thinkable.
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Professionals and mothers in their 30s, 40s and beyond
Women navigating perimenopause and major life transitions
Younger women (18+) working through self-esteem, career, and relationships
Women whose partners are not ready for therapy but who want to do the work on their own
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Anxiety and depression
Low self-worth and self-esteem
Past trauma and its impact on relationships
Parenting and life transitions
Not feeling good enough
Relationship concerns, whether you are in one or not
Understanding and changing patterns that keep you stuck
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We start with an intake, set some goals together, and reassess as we go. Some clients come weekly, others every two weeks, and some monthly once things feel more stable. I check in every few sessions to make sure the work still feels right for you. Most clients work with me anywhere from six months to a couple of years.
Relationship Support for Individuals in Ottawa
Your partner doesn't have to be in the room for you to do meaningful relationship work.
Many of my individual clients are navigating partnership challenges on their own, whether that means a partner who isn't ready for therapy, healing after a relationship has ended, or wanting to understand their own patterns before bringing someone else into the equation.
This work matters. The insight and growth that happen individually often create powerful changes in the way you connect, communicate, and show up in your relationships.
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Your partner won't come to therapy but you still want support
You are navigating a separation or breakup and trying to make sense of it
You keep finding yourself in the same relationship patterns and want to understand why
You want to work on yourself before entering a new relationship
You are dealing with the impact of someone else's mental health on your relationship
My Approach
There is no single approach that works for every person or every relationship. My role is to pay attention to who you are and what's happening beneath the surface, then adapt accordingly. Therapy with me should feel like a conversation, not a formula.
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Attachment theory is about understanding how we connect to the people we love and what happens when that connection feels uncertain or unavailable. Most of us develop ways of relating based on earlier experiences. Some people move toward connection when upset. Others pull away or shut down. Neither is wrong. In relationships, these patterns can create painful cycles, and therapy helps slow those moments down so you can understand what's happening underneath the conflict.
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PACT focuses on how couples affect each other emotionally and physically in real time, including tone, facial expressions, reactions, and the ways we protect ourselves when conflict shows up. Rather than focusing only on communication techniques, this work pays attention to what is happening between you moment to moment. Over time, couples often feel less stuck and more able to turn toward each other instead of against each other.
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The Gottman approach offers research-backed tools for understanding what strengthens connection and what slowly erodes it. I draw on these methods to help couples build trust, manage conflict more effectively, and deepen their commitment over time.
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You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.
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Compassionate, genuine, and collaborative. I’m here to listen without judgment, bring curiosity and honest insight to the process, and offer thoughtful guidance as you explore challenges, discover new perspectives, and move toward meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.
Good to Know
In person or virtual?
In-person sessions are held at my Nepean office at 356 Woodroofe Avenue, Suite 201, Ottawa. Virtual sessions are available across Ontario. The content of the work is the same in both formats. What matters most is whether you feel safe and supported, regardless of where it happens.
Fees
Sessions are $160 for 50 minutes. Couples sessions can extend to 90 to 120 minutes when needed, prorated accordingly.
Insurance
I don't direct bill, but I provide receipts for insurance reimbursement. Many extended health benefit plans cover psychotherapy provided by a Registered Psychotherapist. I recommend checking with your provider directly before booking.
Is there a waitlist?
There is currently no waitlist. If you've been thinking about reaching out, now is a good time.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel like a big deal, and that's okay. A free discovery call is a low-pressure way to get a feel for whether working together is the right fit. No commitment, no obligation, just a conversation.