ADHD & Executive Functioning Support
ADHD & Executive Functioning Support
Individual therapy session
ADHD & Executive Functioning Support
This is a focused support service for ADHD that provides targeted strategies for executive functioning. It is not traditional psychotherapy, but rather a skills-based approach to help you build and strengthen the foundational abilities needed for daily success.
What is it?
This is a focused support service for ADHD that provides targeted strategies for executive functioning. It is not traditional psychotherapy, but rather a skills-based approach to help you build and strengthen the foundational abilities needed for daily success.
Who would benefit?
This service is for individuals with ADHD who want to improve their organization, time management, and ability to follow through on tasks. It's ideal for those who feel overwhelmed by procrastination, clutter, or difficulty starting projects and are looking for concrete, practical tools.
How does it work?
In our sessions, we will work together to identify your specific executive functioning challenges. We'll then create and practice personalized strategies to address them. The process is collaborative and action-oriented, with the goal of helping you implement these new skills directly into your daily life.
What can it do?
You can expect to feel more in control and confident in your ability to manage daily tasks. This support will help you reduce feelings of overwhelm, improve your productivity, and build lasting habits that lead to a greater sense of calm and accomplishment.
Adolescent Therapy
Adolescent Therapy
Individual therapy sessions
Adolescent Therapy
Adolescent Therapy provides age-appropriate therapeutic interventions specifically designed for teenagers navigating developmental challenges, mental health issues, and life transitions.
What is it?
Adolescent Therapy provides age-appropriate therapeutic interventions specifically designed for teenagers navigating developmental challenges, mental health issues, and life transitions.
Who would benefit?
This therapy is for any teen who feels overwhelmed by life's challenges. It's especially helpful for those dealing with anxiety, low mood, school stress, family conflicts, or social pressures who want to feel more confident and in control.
How does it work?
Your teen will work with a therapist to build a trusting relationship. Through conversation and activities, we'll explore the root causes of their struggles and develop practical coping skills they can use in daily life.
What can it do?
Therapy can help your teen feel less overwhelmed and more confident. They' will be supported in developing the tools to manage their emotions, improve their communication skills, and navigate challenges with greater resilience.
Attachment-Focused Therapy
Attachment-Focused Therapy
Individual therapy sessions
Attachment-Focused Therapy
Attachment-Focused Therapy is a relational and trauma-informed approach that explores how your earliest relationships influence your current sense of self, security, and connection with others.
What is it?
Attachment-Focused Therapy is a relational and trauma-informed approach that explores how your earliest relationships influence your current sense of self, security, and connection with others.
Who would benefit?
This therapy is for individuals who have experienced trauma, loss, or emotional disconnection in early life. It's particularly helpful for those who struggle with forming secure, trusting relationships, have difficulty with intimacy, or find themselves repeating unhelpful patterns in their connections with others.
How does it work?
Therapy works by using the therapeutic relationship itself as a safe, new model for a secure attachment. With your therapist, you will gently explore past experiences, identify your unique attachment patterns, and learn to understand how they show up in your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors today. The process is collaborative and focuses on helping you feel safe enough to be vulnerable.
What can it do?
You can expect to strengthen your emotional resilience and build a greater capacity for self-compassion. This approach can help you break free from old, painful patterns and create the space for deeper, more fulfilling connections with yourself and others.
Clinical Supervision
Clinical Supervision
Individual supervision sessions
Clinical Supervision
Professional support to help therapists refine their clinical skills and practices.
What is it?
Professional support to help therapists refine their clinical skills and practices.
Who would benefit?
Therapists needing guidance on challenging cases or professional development.
How does it work?
Regular meetings for case discussion, skill enhancement, and reflective practice.
What can it do?
Increases therapist effectiveness, prevents burnout, and enhances client care.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Individual therapy sessions
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based, collaborative, and goal-focused approach that helps you understand the direct link between your thoughts, feelings, and actions. It's a structured form of therapy designed to address unhelpful patterns.
What is it?
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based, collaborative, and goal-focused approach that helps you understand the direct link between your thoughts, feelings, and actions. It's a structured form of therapy designed to address unhelpful patterns.
Who would benefit?
CBT is effective for individuals managing a range of common mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, phobias, OCD, stress, or anyone wanting to chang negative thought patterns. It's suitable for anyone looking for a practical, skills-based approach to build healthier coping strategies and create lasting change.
How does it work?
In CBT, you will work with your therapist to identify and examine your thought patterns and the behaviours that maintain your distress. Through structured exercises and dialogue, you'll learn to challenge unhelpful thinking and practice new skills. The process is active and involves applying what you learn in therapy to your daily life.
What can it do?
CBT provides you with tangible tools to manage your emotions and improve your well-being. By learning to shift your thinking, you can expect to feel more in control of your reactions, reduce feelings of overwhelm, and develop the ability to navigate life's challenges more effectively. Ultimately, it empowers you to become your own best support long after therapy ends.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Sleep (CBT-I)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Sleep (CBT-I)
Individual therapy sessions
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Sleep (CBT-I)
CBT-I, or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia, is an evidence-based, structured therapy designed to treat sleep difficulties by addressing the underlying thoughts and behaviours that contribute to them.
What is it?
CBT-I, or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia, is an evidence-based, structured therapy designed to treat sleep difficulties by addressing the underlying thoughts and behaviours that contribute to them.
Who would benefit?
This therapy is for anyone who struggles with insomnia, whether you have difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up feeling unrefreshed. It's a beneficial alternative for those seeking to improve their sleep without long-term reliance on medication
How does it work?
CBT-I involves a personalized process where you and your therapist will identify the specific habits and thought patterns that are disrupting your sleep. Through practical strategies and techniques, you will learn to correct these patterns and create a healthier foundation for sleep.
What can it do?
You can expect to rebuild a healthier sleep routine and significantly improve your sleep quality. This can lead to reduced daytime fatigue, increased energy, and a greater sense of well-being, helping you feel truly rested and ready to face the day.
Cultural Integration Support
Cultural Integration Support
Individual therapy session
Cultural Integration Support
Cultural integration therapy is a supportive space that helps immigrants and newcomers navigate the unique emotional and psychological challenges of adjusting to a new culture. It is a therapy service that helps you explore and process feelings related to identity, belonging, and cultural differences, allowing you to build a sense of purpose and connection in your new home.
What is it?
Cultural integration therapy is a supportive space that helps immigrants and newcomers navigate the unique emotional and psychological challenges of adjusting to a new culture. It is a therapy service that helps you explore and process feelings related to identity, belonging, and cultural differences, allowing you to build a sense of purpose and connection in your new home.
Who would benefit?
This service is a safe and supportive space for anyone navigating the complexities of cultural transition. It is particularly helpful for: Recent Immigrants and Newcomers: Individuals and families actively adjusting to a new environment, new social norms, and the initial stress of settling in. Long-Term Residents: People who have lived in a new country for years but still feel a sense of disconnect, loneliness, or have unresolved issues related to their transition. Couples and Families: Families where cultural differences are a source of tension or misunderstanding, or parents who want support in helping their children navigate a bicultural identity. Children of Immigrants: Individuals who feel caught between two cultures and are seeking to understand, integrate, and find pride in their bicultural identity.
How does it work?
This is a personalized and collaborative process. We work together to create a safe space for you to process your unique journey, at your own pace. Sharing Your Story: We begin by having a confidential conversation where you can share your experiences, challenges, and goals. This is a space to talk openly about your journey and feel truly heard. Exploring & Navigating: From there, we work together to explore your feelings of belonging, identity, and the stress of adapting to a new culture. We'll use tools and strategies to help you navigate cultural differences and build resilience. Finding Your Footing: The goal is to empower you to find your footing in your new home. We’ll focus on integrating your cultural background with your new environment so you can create a life that feels authentic and connected to you.
What can it do?
Our support helps you find your footing and build a life that feels authentic to you. We work together to help you: Develop a strong sense of self that honors both your home culture and your new identity. Build a sense of belonging and reduce feelings of isolation. Find effective ways to manage stress and build resilience in a new environment. Bridge the gap between your cultural background and your new surroundings.
Culturally Competent Therapy for Indigenous and First Nations Peoples
Culturally Competent Therapy for Indigenous and First Nations Peoples
Individual therapy session
Culturally Competent Therapy for Indigenous and First Nations Peoples
This therapy recognizes and honors the unique cultural identity, history, and worldview of First Nations and Indigenous peoples. It moves beyond standard Western models to provide care that is respectful, safe, and culturally relevant.
What is it?
This therapy recognizes and honors the unique cultural identity, history, and worldview of First Nations and Indigenous peoples. It moves beyond standard Western models to provide care that is respectful, safe, and culturally relevant.
Who would benefit?
This service is for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis individuals, as well as their families, who are seeking mental health support that understands and addresses the impacts of colonialism, residential schools, and intergenerational trauma. It is also available for those who wish to work with a therapist who shares or understands their cultural background.
How does it work?
Your therapy will be a collaborative process where your therapist acts as either a culturally competent ally or a First Nations Métis therapist. The approach is rooted in providing a safe and respectful space where your identity and connection to community are honored. We work to integrate the healing of the mind, body, and spirit.
What can it do?
This therapy can help you process past trauma and reclaim your well-being in a way that aligns with your cultural worldview. You can expect to feel understood, safe, and empowered to navigate your healing journey. We also offer support through specific programs, including the Indian Residential School Survivor Support Program and the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women support program, and accept NIHB coverage.
EMDR Consultation
EMDR Consultation
Individual Supervision
EMDR Consultation
EMDR consultation is a specialized form of supervision for therapists using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It provides a dedicated space for clinicians to move beyond the technical aspects of the EMDR protocol to master the art and nuance of trauma therapy.
What is it?
EMDR consultation is a specialized form of supervision for therapists using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It provides a dedicated space for clinicians to move beyond the technical aspects of the EMDR protocol to master the art and nuance of trauma therapy.
Who would benefit?
This service is for EMDR-trained clinicians who want to deepen their skills and integrate a nervous system-informed approach into their practice. It is ideal for therapists who are seeking EMDRIA certification, or for those who simply want to engage in authentic, meaningful dialogue to build a more skilled and attuned practice.
How does it work?
In consultation sessions, we move beyond reviewing protocols to engage in a deeper dialogue about your clinical work. We will discuss stuck points in your process, explore the dynamics in the therapy room, and learn how to integrate core EMDR principles with a whole-nervous system informed lens. The focus is on moving beyond rigid rules to understand what truly matters in healing.
What can it do?
You will not only deepen your technical proficiency with EMDR but also enhance your personal and professional growth. This consultation can help you gain a more nuanced understanding of trauma, build confidence in your skills, and develop a more grounded approach to your work.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Individual therapy sessions
EMDR Therapy
EMDR is a structured and highly effective therapy that uses bilateral stimulation to help your brain reprocess and integrate distressing memories. It's a research-backed approach specifically designed for treating trauma and other challenging life experiences.
What is it?
EMDR is a structured and highly effective therapy that uses bilateral stimulation to help your brain reprocess and integrate distressing memories. It's a research-backed approach specifically designed for treating trauma and other challenging life experiences.
Who would benefit?
EMDR is well-suited for individuals who have experienced trauma, including PTSD, or who struggle with persistent anxiety, phobias, or grief. If you feel "stuck" in a past event or find that memories continue to impact your daily life, EMDR may be a beneficial option.
How does it work?
During an EMDR session, you will be guided to focus on a specific distressing memory while engaging in bilateral stimulation, such as following your therapist's hand movements with your eyes. This process is believed to help your brain’s natural healing mechanism to reprocess the memory, allowing you to access it without the original emotional charge. While the memory may not go away, the triggering associated with it may be reduced.
What can it do?
EMDR can help to significantly reduce the emotional distress associated with a memory. You can expect to feel more grounded, and in control, and find that past events lose their power over your present. This can lead to a greater sense of empowerment and freedom from the past.
Group Supervision and Dyadic
Group Supervision and Dyadic
Group and dyadic supervision are collaborative, relational spaces for therapists to deepen their skills and grow their professional identity alongside peers. They offer a dynamic alternative to one-on-one supervision.
What is it?
Group and dyadic supervision are collaborative, relational spaces for therapists to deepen their skills and grow their professional identity alongside peers. They offer a dynamic alternative to one-on-one supervision.
Who would benefit?
These formats are ideal for clinicians seeking to enhance their work with stress, trauma, and anxiety. If you value authentic dialogue, rich perspectives, and a sense of professional community, both groups and dyads provide a space to gain mutual insight and shared wisdom.
How does it work?
In these sessions, you'll bring your cases and clinical questions to a small, supportive collective. The process involves mutual reflection, challenge, and dialogue rooted in nervous system-informed practice. The focus is on moving beyond rigid theory and staying grounded in what truly matters in therapy.
What can it do?
You'll gain new perspectives on your clinical work and feel a greater sense of belonging and connection within your profession. This can help to build confidence, dismantle the "quiet weight of imposter syndrome," and deepen your practice in a way that feels both authentic and skilled.
Individual Therapy
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy session
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy is a confidential and compassionate space where you work one-on-one with a therapist to address your personal concerns. It is a collaborative process designed to support your mental health and emotional well-being.
What is it?
Individual therapy is a confidential and compassionate space where you work one-on-one with a therapist to address your personal concerns. It is a collaborative process designed to support your mental health and emotional well-being.
Who would benefit?
This service is for anyone navigating life's challenges. It can be especially helpful if you are dealing with anxiety, depression, major life transitions, or past trauma. It's also for those simply seeking greater self-understanding and personal growth.
How does it work?
In each session, you will have a safe space to talk openly and honestly. Together, you and your therapist will explore your life experiences and identify patterns that may be holding you back. The process is tailored to your unique needs and moves at your pace.
What can it do?
You can expect to build resilience and develop practical coping strategies. This can lead to a greater sense of clarity, emotional well-being, and confidence in navigating life's challenges. The goal is to help you feel more empowered and in control of your life.
Individualized, One-on-one Yoga Instruction
Individualized, One-on-one Yoga Instruction
Individual and/or small group sessions - virtually or in person , workshop
Individualized, One-on-one Yoga Instruction
This is a personalized and flexible yoga session tailored to your individual needs and goals. It is led by a professional with verifiable training in yoga instruction, and can be integrated into psychotherapy services by a registrant who has the appropriate training and competence.
What is it?
This is a personalized and flexible yoga session tailored to your individual needs and goals. It is led by a professional with verifiable training in yoga instruction, and can be integrated into psychotherapy services by a registrant who has the appropriate training and competence.
Who would benefit?
These sessions are for anyone seeking to improve their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. This service is ideal for beginners who want to learn the fundamentals, experienced practitioners looking to deepen their practice, or individuals navigating recovery or trauma who need a gentle, customized approach.
How does it work?
Each session is designed around your unique goals. In a private, one-on-one setting, your instructor or therapist will guide you through practices tailored to your body and mind, which may include physical postures (asanas), breathing exercises (pranayama), and mindfulness techniques. The process is a collaborative exploration of what best supports your well-being.
What can it do?
You can expect to feel a greater sense of calm and self-awareness. This service can help you relieve stress, improve mobility and strength, and build a more profound mind-body connection, all at your own pace. The goal is to provide a practice that fosters lasting resilience and a deeper sense of well-being.
Inner Child Therapy
Inner Child Therapy
individual therapy
Inner Child Therapy
Inner child therapy is a therapeutic approach that focuses on healing and nurturing the parts of you that were formed during childhood. It helps you explore how early experiences, both positive and negative, continue to influence your adult feelings and behaviors.
What is it?
Inner child therapy is a therapeutic approach that focuses on healing and nurturing the parts of you that were formed during childhood. It helps you explore how early experiences, both positive and negative, continue to influence your adult feelings and behaviors.
Who would benefit?
This therapy is for anyone who feels that past emotional wounds, unmet needs, or limiting beliefs from childhood are impacting their present life. It is particularly helpful for those struggling with self-worth, people-pleasing, or patterns of self-sabotage that seem to originate in their early years.
How does it work?
In sessions, you'll work with your therapist to compassionately identify and reconnect with your "inner child." This process may involve techniques such as journaling, guided visualization, or creative exercises to explore old feelings. The goal is to acknowledge past experiences and give your younger self the care and validation it may have lacked.
What can it do?
Inner child therapy helps you heal emotional wounds, shift limiting beliefs, and build a stronger sense of self-compassion. By understanding and nurturing this part of you, you can gain clarity, feel more whole, and develop the strength to rewrite your life story with kindness.
Integrative Therapy
Integrative Therapy
Integrative therapy is a flexible, holistic approach that blends techniques from different therapeutic models to create a unique treatment plan tailored to your specific needs, rather than using a single, one-size-fits-all method.
What is it?
Integrative therapy is a flexible, holistic approach that blends techniques from different therapeutic models to create a unique treatment plan tailored to your specific needs, rather than using a single, one-size-fits-all method.
Who would benefit?
This therapy is for anyone who desires a customized approach to their healing journey. It's particularly effective for individuals navigating a range of concerns, including anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges, as well as those seeking personal growth and deeper self-understanding.
How does it work?
In an integrative approach, you and your therapist will first explore your unique needs and goals. Based on this, your therapist will draw from various evidence-based modalities—such as CBT, psychodynamic, or mindfulness—to create a flexible and personalized path toward your well-being. The process is collaborative and responsive to your progress.
What can it do?
Integrative therapy can help you achieve a more complete and lasting sense of healing. By honoring the full complexity of your experience, it allows for a deeper understanding of yourself and provides a comprehensive set of tools to foster resilience and navigate life's challenges with greater clarity.
Massage Therapy
Massage Therapy
wellness
Massage Therapy
Massage therapy is a hands-on, therapeutic practice designed to help you relieve physical tension, reduce stress, and improve your overall well-being. This approach honors your individual needs and works to integrate the connection between your mind, body, and spirit.
What is it?
Massage therapy is a hands-on, therapeutic practice designed to help you relieve physical tension, reduce stress, and improve your overall well-being. This approach honors your individual needs and works to integrate the connection between your mind, body, and spirit.
Who would benefit?
This service is for anyone seeking relief from physical stress and tension, whether it’s from daily life, work, or athletic activity. It is particularly helpful for those who want a personalized, safe space to release both physical and emotional stress in a respectful, collaborative way.
How does it work?
In a session, you and your therapist will work together to create a plan that fits your needs and preferences. Your therapist will use various techniques, such as kneading and stroking, to manipulate the muscles and soft tissues of the body. The approach is tailored to you, ensuring you feel safe and comfortable throughout the process.
What can it do?
Massage therapy can help you reduce muscle tension, improve circulation, and promote a profound sense of relaxation. You can expect to feel a greater sense of calm and release, helping you to connect more deeply with your body and find a more integrated sense of well-being.
Mindfulness Coaching
Mindfulness Coaching
Individual theapy, wellness
Mindfulness Coaching
Mindfulness coaching is a practical and supportive service that helps you develop and integrate mindfulness practices into your daily life. It is designed to help you become more present, reduce stress, and live with greater intention.
What is it?
Mindfulness coaching is a practical and supportive service that helps you develop and integrate mindfulness practices into your daily life. It is designed to help you become more present, reduce stress, and live with greater intention.
Who would benefit?
This service is for anyone who feels overwhelmed, constantly "on autopilot," or disconnected from their inner experience. It is particularly helpful if you are seeking to manage stress, improve emotional regulation, or simply crave a deeper sense of calm and clarity in your day-to-day life.
How does it work?
In a collaborative and gentle process, your coach will work with you to understand your specific challenges and goals. Through guided awareness exercises, breathwork, and personalized strategies, you will learn practical skills you can apply to your daily routine to build a consistent and meaningful mindfulness practice.
What can it do?
You can expect to build emotional resilience and navigate stress with greater ease. This coaching can help you slow down, reduce feelings of overwhelm, and cultivate a deeper connection with yourself and others. The ultimate goal is to empower you to live more intentionally, one breath at a time.
Naturopathic Services
Naturopathic Services
wellness
Naturopathic Services
Naturopathic Medicine is a system of holistic healthcare that views your well-being through a natural lens. It focuses on identifying and treating the root cause of health concerns rather than simply managing symptoms.
What is it?
Naturopathic Medicine is a system of holistic healthcare that views your well-being through a natural lens. It focuses on identifying and treating the root cause of health concerns rather than simply managing symptoms.
Who would benefit?
This approach is for anyone looking to address the underlying causes of their health issues. It is particularly beneficial if you are dealing with chronic conditions, unexplained symptoms, or are seeking a proactive way to prevent illness and maintain long-term health.
How does it work?
Your practitioner will take the time to understand your complete health history, lifestyle, and unique concerns. Based on this in-depth assessment, they will develop a personalized plan that emphasizes natural therapies to restore balance and empower you on your wellness journey.
What can it do?
Naturopathic care can help you move beyond symptom management to achieve lasting wellness. By addressing the source of your health concerns, you can expect to feel more energized, resilient, and in control of your health, setting a foundation for long-term vitality and well-being.
Parts Work therapy
Parts Work therapy
individual therapy session
Parts Work therapy
Parts work therapy is an approach that helps you recognize that your mind is made up of different sub-personalities or "parts," each with its own role, feelings, and beliefs. The goal is to understand and work with these parts rather than seeing them as a single, unified self.
What is it?
Parts work therapy is an approach that helps you recognize that your mind is made up of different sub-personalities or "parts," each with its own role, feelings, and beliefs. The goal is to understand and work with these parts rather than seeing them as a single, unified self.
Who would benefit?
This therapy is for anyone who experiences inner conflict, self-sabotaging behaviors, or a harsh "inner critic." It is particularly helpful if you feel fragmented or have parts of yourself that are in conflict, such as a part that wants to be productive and another that wants to procrastinate.
How does it work?
In parts work, you and your therapist will compassionately explore and get to know your different parts. The process involves identifying their roles and intentions and building a trusting internal relationship. This allows your inner parts to feel safe enough to release old burdens and work together in harmony.
What can it do?
You can expect to achieve greater internal harmony and self-compassion. This approach empowers you to become your own source of healing, helping you resolve inner conflict, reduce self-criticism, and integrate all aspects of yourself so you can feel more whole and aligned.
Polyvagal Therapy
Polyvagal Therapy
individual therapy session
Polyvagal Therapy
Polyvagal-Informed Therapy is a body-centered approach that helps you understand your nervous system's role in how you react to stress, safety, and relationships. It uses insights from Polyvagal Theory to help you consciously regulate your body's responses.
What is it?
Polyvagal-Informed Therapy is a body-centered approach that helps you understand your nervous system's role in how you react to stress, safety, and relationships. It uses insights from Polyvagal Theory to help you consciously regulate your body's responses.
Who would benefit?
This therapy is for anyone who struggles with chronic stress, anxiety, or panic, or for those who often feel "on high alert" or shut down. It's particularly helpful for individuals who feel disconnected from their bodies or find it difficult to form healthy, safe relationships.
How does it work?
In therapy, you'll learn to map your nervous system's three states: a safe and connected state, a mobilized state for fight or flight, and a shutdown state. With your therapist's guidance, you'll practice gentle exercises and techniques to become aware of your body's cues and learn to shift toward a state of calm and connection.
What can it do?
Polyvagal-Informed Therapy helps you move from a state of chronic defense to one of genuine calm. You can expect to build a greater sense of safety within yourself, reduce feelings of anxiety or panic, and strengthen your capacity to form more secure and fulfilling relationships.
Professional Development Workshops for Therapists
Professional Development Workshops for Therapists
Professional Development Workshops for Therapists
This service provides professional development workshops for therapists, offering focused learning opportunities to inspire growth and deepen clinical insight. These workshops are designed to support mental health professionals at every stage of their career.
What is it?
This service provides professional development workshops for therapists, offering focused learning opportunities to inspire growth and deepen clinical insight. These workshops are designed to support mental health professionals at every stage of their career.
Who would benefit?
These workshops are for therapists at all levels of experience, from solo practitioners seeking individual enrichment to clinic directors planning team meetings. They are ideal for any mental health professional looking to expand their skills, explore new modalities, or simply reconnect with their passion for the work.
How does it work?
"We offer flexible formats to fit your schedule, including full-day intensives, half-day sessions, and ""Lunch & Learn"" options. Each workshop blends practical tools with reflective dialogue in an engaging and inclusive style. We can customize a program to meet your specific needs, whether it’s for an individual or an entire team. "
What can it do?
These workshops can help you expand your clinical skills, stay current on emerging trends, and gain a fresh perspective on your practice. By participating, you can feel more supported and challenged in your professional growth, which ultimately fosters a more engaged and effective approach to your work.
Queer Affirming therapy
Queer Affirming therapy
individual therapy session
Queer Affirming therapy
Queer-affirming therapy is an inclusive mental health service that goes beyond simple acceptance to honor and celebrate LGBTQIA+ identities. It provides a safe, welcoming, and knowledgeable space where your identity is at the heart of the therapeutic process.
What is it?
Queer-affirming therapy is an inclusive mental health service that goes beyond simple acceptance to honor and celebrate LGBTQIA+ identities. It provides a safe, welcoming, and knowledgeable space where your identity is at the heart of the therapeutic process.
Who would benefit?
This therapy is for LGBTQIA+ individuals, including those who are transgender, nonbinary, or gender-expansive. It is especially helpful if you are navigating gender exploration, relationship challenges, or seeking a space where you don't have to explain or justify your identity.
How does it work?
You will work with a therapist who has lived and/or extensive clinical experience within the queer and trans communities. This approach is trauma-aware and rooted in social justice, using inclusive language and affirming pronouns to create a therapeutic relationship where you feel truly seen and understood.
What can it do?
This therapy can help you heal from trauma, navigate unique life challenges, and foster a greater sense of resilience. By providing a space where you can live and grow authentically, it allows you to feel more empowered and confident in your identity.
Sliding Scale Therapy
Sliding Scale Therapy
individual therapy session
Sliding Scale Therapy
Sliding scale therapy is a flexible fee structure that adjusts the cost of therapy based on a client’s income and ability to pay. It is designed to make mental health support more financially accessible.
What is it?
Sliding scale therapy is a flexible fee structure that adjusts the cost of therapy based on a client’s income and ability to pay. It is designed to make mental health support more financially accessible.
Who would benefit?
This service is for anyone who desires therapy but may face financial barriers, such as a lack of insurance coverage or the inability to afford standard fees. It is an option for individuals who want to prioritize their mental health without adding significant financial strain.
How does it work?
The process involves a discussion with the therapist to determine a fee that fits your budget. This is typically based on your income and an agreed-upon scale. Because each therapist has a limited number of sliding scale spaces, availability is determined on a case-by-case basis.
What can it do?
Sliding scale therapy allows you to receive quality mental health support at a rate that is feasible for you. It removes a major barrier to care, helping you prioritize your well-being and engage in a therapeutic process that fits your financial reality.
Somatic Informed Therapy
Somatic Informed Therapy
Individual Therapy
Somatic Informed Therapy
Somatic therapy is a body-oriented approach to healing that helps you understand the deep connection between your mind and body. It is based on the idea that past experiences, especially trauma and stress, are stored as physical sensations and responses in your nervous system. The goal is to release these stored patterns and help you find a new sense of calm and regulation.
What is it?
Somatic therapy is a body-oriented approach to healing that helps you understand the deep connection between your mind and body. It is based on the idea that past experiences, especially trauma and stress, are stored as physical sensations and responses in your nervous system. The goal is to release these stored patterns and help you find a new sense of calm and regulation.
Who would benefit?
This therapy is for individuals experiencing the physical symptoms of mental and emotional distress. It is particularly helpful for those who have a history of trauma, chronic stress, or anxiety and feel "stuck" in a state of high alert, or struggle with unexplained physical symptoms like muscle tension and fatigue.
How does it work?
Somatic therapy involves gently bringing awareness to your body's physical sensations and movements. Rather than just talking about your experiences, you and your therapist will work with your body's natural wisdom to release held tension and complete the stress cycle.
What can it do?
You can expect to build a greater sense of safety and calm within your own body. This approach helps you restore your nervous system's natural ability to self-regulate, which can lead to a reduction in chronic physical symptoms and a feeling of being more grounded and present.
Spiritual Psychotherapy
Spiritual Psychotherapy
individual therapy session
Spiritual Psychotherapy
Spiritual psychotherapy is an approach that integrates traditional psychological methods with a focus on your spiritual experiences and search for meaning. It is a therapy that addresses the well-being of the whole person—mind, body, and soul.
What is it?
Spiritual psychotherapy is an approach that integrates traditional psychological methods with a focus on your spiritual experiences and search for meaning. It is a therapy that addresses the well-being of the whole person—mind, body, and soul.
Who would benefit?
This therapy is for anyone navigating existential questions, life transitions, or a sense of spiritual disconnection. You do not need to follow a specific religion to benefit; it is ideal for those who feel a sense of emptiness or are looking to explore their personal beliefs and values in a deeper way.
How does it work?
In sessions, you and your therapist will create a safe space to explore your inner world, including your beliefs, values, and experiences. The process is a collaborative journey of self-discovery, where you can honor all parts of yourself and uncover a deeper sense of meaning and purpose in your life.
What can it do?
You can expect to find a greater sense of clarity, purpose, and peace. This therapy helps you process personal challenges and life events through a lens that promotes healing, empowers you to live more authentically, and strengthens your connection with yourself and the world around you.
Workplace Wellness and Mental Health Custom Programs
Workplace Wellness and Mental Health Custom Programs
Exploratory sessions and meetings for customized program design and feedback, workshop
Workplace Wellness and Mental Health Custom Programs
This is a comprehensive service that provides customized mental health and wellness programs for businesses and organizations. The programs are designed to be proactive, helping to build a supportive work environment and a resilient, engaged workforce.
What is it?
This is a comprehensive service that provides customized mental health and wellness programs for businesses and organizations. The programs are designed to be proactive, helping to build a supportive work environment and a resilient, engaged workforce.
Who would benefit?
This service is for any company looking to improve employee well-being, reduce burnout, and foster a healthier culture. It's ideal for HR leaders and managers who recognize the link between mental health and productivity and want to provide practical support for their teams.
How does it work?
We begin with a collaborative approach to understand your organization's specific needs. We then create a tailored program that can include workshops, training, and skill-building sessions on topics like stress management and psychological safety. Programs are designed to be practical and can be delivered to all employees or specific leadership groups.
What can it do?
By investing in these programs, you can help your team improve resilience, gain practical tools for mental wellness, and learn to navigate workplace pressure with greater calm. The result is a more engaged, productive, and resilient workforce and a stronger, more supportive organizational culture.
Workplace Yoga Offerings
Workplace Yoga Offerings
Group sessions - virtually or in person in Ottawa. workshop
Workplace Yoga Offerings
Corporate yoga offerings are customized wellness programs that bring yoga, breathwork, and mindfulness directly to your employees, whether they are in the office or working remotely. Group sessions to alleviate physical tension, anxiety and strengthen team engagement while bringing some fun into the workday.
What is it?
Corporate yoga offerings are customized wellness programs that bring yoga, breathwork, and mindfulness directly to your employees, whether they are in the office or working remotely. Group sessions to alleviate physical tension, anxiety and strengthen team engagement while bringing some fun into the workday.
Who would benefit?
This service is for any company seeking to invest in the well-being of its employees. It is particularly beneficial for teams experiencing stress, burnout, or a lack of connection and who wish to boost employee productivity and morale. The sessions help staff who spend long hours at a desk improve their physical comfort and mental clarity or reduce stress and anxiety.
How does it work?
We collaborate with you to design a program that fits the unique needs and schedule of your team. Sessions can be offered on-site in a meeting room, or virtually through a secure online platform. Each class is tailored to your team's needs, focusing on practices that can be done in any workspace
What can it do?
By providing corporate yoga, you can help your team relieve stress, improve their mobility, and build a greater sense of calm and self-awareness. This leads to increased focus, productivity, and morale. Ultimately, these offerings foster a more resilient, connected, and positive workplace culture.
Workshops
Workshops
Workshops provides targeted support for specific needs.
What is it?
Workshops provides targeted support for specific needs.
Who would benefit?
Individuals seeking specialized support in relevant areas.
How does it work?
Tailored interventions and methods suited to each specific service.
What can it do?
Offers significant improvements and support in targeted areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a psychologist, psychiatrist, social worker, counsellor, and therapist?
Psychologist: doctoral degree, therapy & assessments. Psychiatrist: medical doctor, can prescribe. Social Worker: MSW, supports & counsels. Counsellor: master's degree, short-term support. Therapist: general term for those who provide therapy.
What is the difference between therapy and counselling?
Counselling is usually short-term and issue-specific. Therapy is deeper and long-term, addressing root causes.
How do I know if I'm making progress in therapy?
Look for symptom reduction, improved functioning, better self-awareness, progress toward goals, and feedback from others.
What are some common mistakes people make in therapy?
Being dishonest, skipping sessions, avoiding tough topics, and expecting instant results.
What if I don't like my therapist?
Communicate concerns. If it’s still not a fit, it's okay to switch therapists.
What are some tips for getting the most out of therapy?
Be honest, set goals, attend consistently, do your homework, give feedback, and practice self-care.
Our Team
Meet the Practitioners Who Make It Possible
At Vistas Wellness, our team is the heart of everything we do. Each practitioner brings a unique blend of expertise, compassion, and lived experience—creating a supportive space where healing and growth can thrive. United by our shared values of integrity, inclusivity, and holistic care, we’re here to walk alongside you on your wellness journey.
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