Consultation

Brief online meeting with your future therapist to ask any questions you may have and determine suitability.


Psychotherapy (Senior Psychotherapist)

Psychotherapy is primarily a talk-based therapy and is intended to help people improve and maintain their mental health and well-being. Registered Psychotherapist (RP) and clients enter into a psychotherapeutic relationship where both work together to bring about positive change in the client’s thinking, feeling, behaviour and social functioning. Individuals usually seek psychotherapy when they... Read More

Psychotherapy is primarily a talk-based therapy and is intended to help people improve and maintain their mental health and well-being. Registered Psychotherapist (RP) and clients enter into a psychotherapeutic relationship where both work together to bring about positive change in the client’s thinking, feeling, behaviour and social functioning. Individuals usually seek psychotherapy when they have thoughts, feelings, moods and behaviours that are adversely affecting their day-to-day lives, relationships and the ability to enjoy life.

Registered Psychotherapists (RP) are registrants of CRPO. They are legally authorized to perform the controlled act of psychotherapy and are permitted to practice independently. Senior RPs have 10 + years of clinical experience. Some Senior RPs have also completed further training to become clinical supervisors.


Psychotherapy (Independent Practice)

Psychotherapy is primarily a talk-based therapy and is intended to help people improve and maintain their mental health and well-being. Registered Psychotherapist (RP) and clients enter into a psychotherapeutic relationship where both work together to bring about positive change in the client’s thinking, feeling, behaviour and social functioning. Individuals usually seek psychotherapy when they... Read More

Psychotherapy is primarily a talk-based therapy and is intended to help people improve and maintain their mental health and well-being. Registered Psychotherapist (RP) and clients enter into a psychotherapeutic relationship where both work together to bring about positive change in the client’s thinking, feeling, behaviour and social functioning. Individuals usually seek psychotherapy when they have thoughts, feelings, moods and behaviours that are adversely affecting their day-to-day lives, relationships and the ability to enjoy life.

Registered Psychotherapists (RP) are registrants of CRPO. They are legally authorized to perform the controlled act of psychotherapy and have completed supervised practice. They are permitted to practice independently.


Psychotherapy (Supervised Practice)

Psychotherapy is primarily a talk-based therapy and is intended to help people improve and maintain their mental health and well-being. Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and clients enter into a psychotherapeutic relationship where both work together to bring about positive change in the client’s thinking, feeling, behaviour and social functioning. Individuals usually seek psychotherapy ... Read More

Psychotherapy is primarily a talk-based therapy and is intended to help people improve and maintain their mental health and well-being. Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and clients enter into a psychotherapeutic relationship where both work together to bring about positive change in the client’s thinking, feeling, behaviour and social functioning. Individuals usually seek psychotherapy when they have thoughts, feelings, moods and behaviours that are adversely affecting their day-to-day lives, relationships and the ability to enjoy life.

Registered Psychotherapists (Supervised) are registrants of CRPO. They have completed their psychotherapy training and passed their professional practice exam. They are legally authorized to perform the controlled act of psychotherapy and are required to practise with clinical supervision as they gain experience in the profession (150 hours of supervision is required before they are permitted to practice independently).


Clinical Psychology

A Clinical Psychologist is a mental health professional with highly specialized training in the diagnosis, and psychological treatment of mental, behavioral, and emotional disorders. Typically, this requires a doctoral level degree, specialty training in evidenced-based therapy practices and finally professional competency exams to be licensed. A Clinical Psychologist can be a helpful resou... Read More

A Clinical Psychologist is a mental health professional with highly specialized training in the diagnosis, and psychological treatment of mental, behavioral, and emotional disorders. Typically, this requires a doctoral level degree, specialty training in evidenced-based therapy practices and finally professional competency exams to be licensed.

A Clinical Psychologist can be a helpful resource providing you with insight and skills to optimize your mental health and wellness toolkit. By helping you keep a clear mind and managing stress, anxiety, depression, phobias, and other adjustment problems you may face. A Clinical Psychologist can help you get the most out of life and help you address the symptoms of depression, anxiety, and other mental health problems. You can move forward from suffering to thriving.

You can expect your Clinical Psychologist to help you identify problems- emotional, mental, and behavioral in your life. Through observation, interviews, and tests, the Psychologist will diagnose any existing or potential disorders. Then together with you, develop a therapy treatment plan to meet your needs. The Psychologist then monitors your progress against the goals set for the treatment plan to ensure it meets your needs, and to reassess or adjust the treatment plan if necessary. The therapy chosen is usually based on the Psychologist’s assessment of the evidence-based therapy (i.e., CBT, ACT, EFT etc.) most suitable to the client’s concerns. The therapy may be provided by the Clinical Psychologist or by a highly trained Psychotherapist trained to provide this therapy.

In some cases, such as a Motor Vehicle Accident or other accident event you may be referred to a Clinical Psychologist to determine the impact on your mental health and suitable treatment plan. This may involve providing a Clinical Psychology Assessment and Report to assist integrated services with multidisciplinary professionals involved with your rehabilitation (i.e., family physician, chiropractor, physical therapist, kinesiology). The Clinical Psychologist may also provide assessment reports, treatment plans and progress reports to the Insurance Company and/or to your designated legal counsel. These reports can facilitate Return-To-Work planning and transitions (where applicable).


Couples Therapy

A safe space for you and your partner to come together and talk about your concerns with the support of a Registered Psychotherapist, trained in evidence-based modalities designed to help couples navigate painful and difficult issues.


Supervision

One-on-One supervision with a CRPO Qualified Supervisor. For Registered Psychotherapists and other mental health clinicians who are working towards Independent Practice.

Karen J. Coe Ph.D. brings insight, expertise and empathy to the assessment process. As a result of a significant life-changing accident she underwent multiple spine surgeries and rehabilitation over several years. She understands the feelings of vulnerability, anxiety, and depression with the loss of control over predictable outcomes. The ACT tools and framework were essential to her coping with prolonged disability particularly physical limitations and chronic pain. She benefited from the ACT tools and the skills of psychological flexibility for lifestyle adjustments. Dr. Coe’s personal values and professional training guide her passion for providing evidence-based effective mental health tools for the management of resilience, emotional self-regulation, anxiety, and depression for optimal wellness.

As a proud member of a military family with roots in Ottawa, she has focused her assessment and therapy skills working with MVA clients as well as individuals dealing with anxiety, depression and trauma. Dr. Coe’s passion for building client resilience and successful coping skills supports the successful attainment of healthy outcomes such as return to work or improved mental health for daily living. Dr. Coe is passionate about supporting clients to achieve optimal performance for their success at work and at home.Karen’s interest in cognitive strategies and stress management for optimal performance has been a foundation for her work in many areas.

Continue reading Dr. Coe is a Registered Clinical Psychologist in Ontario and Alberta and experienced BCIA board-certified in Neurofeedback. She graduated with her Ph.D. from the University of Calgary, and also holds a Master’s degree in Psychology with a focus on Cognitive Psychology. Dr. Coe is a member of the Association of Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback as well as Ontario and Alberta Provincial Psychological Associations. She is trained in assessment, diagnosis, and psychological treatment and workplace mental health training, as well as individual, cognitive-behavioural and mental health interventions (relaxation training, pain management, mood regulation/management techniques, and behaviour change counselling). Dr. Coe has completed Neurofeedback/EEG brainwave and biofeedback training with leading North American experts. Her training in biofeedback technologies, as well as QEEG, EEG Neurofeedback training, is based on evidenced-based research validated methods.

“Psychological flexibility is the ability to adapt to a situation with awareness, openness, and focus to take effective action, guided by your values”

— Russ Harris, The Happiness Trap: How to Stop Struggling and Start Living.

Karen J. Coe Ph.D. brings insight, expertise and empathy to the assessment process. As a result o... Read More

Maria believes that we all have coping abilities that have helped us to get to where we are now. Sometimes assistance is needed to develop these abilities so we can move forward in our lives joyfully. In a safe, non-judgemental and confidential environment she assists clients in sharing their story. Through a combination of evidence based therapeutic techniques, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFBT), and elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), she enables clients to identify limiting beliefs and outmoded coping mechanisms that may be standing in their way to a more joyful and fulfilling life. Maria is a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and brings over 20 years of experience working in the organizational psychology field, she is passionate and dedicated to helping individuals build richer more rewarding lives. Having graduated from Carleton University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Law, Maria went on to work in the leadership development field alongside organizational psychologists. Here she developed her coaching and technical skills. During her tenure in leadership development and organizational psychology, Maria gained an in-depth knowledge and appreciation of the importance of an individual’s mindset in determining their success. She supportively fosters the idea that you get more of what you focus on, both in her personal and professional life.

“Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.” ~ Aristotle

Maria believes that we all have coping abilities that have helped us to get to where we are now. ... Read More

Alex offers a safe, warm, and welcoming space, where you will walk away knowing you are cared about. No matter who we are, we all go through struggles; whether it is anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal issues, or self-doubt. Alex will work with you to navigate your life and help you live the life you want to live. He recognizes that life can feel like an uphill battle at times, and it can be vulnerable to put yourself out there. The accountability to acknowledge that you’re struggling and you must do something to help change your life is the hardest thing to do in many ways.

Alex will walk alongside you and act as a guide with evidence-based approaches to help you better understand your life experiences, strengths, and inner resources you possess or can develop. Alex is described as empathetic, understanding, a good listener, collaborative, humorous at times, and authentic in his work with clients. Alex approaches the therapeutic relationship from a deep understanding and appreciation that you are the expert in your own life; his mission is to help guide you to improve your life, make sure that you feel heard and collaborate with you on your treatment plan.

Alex uses a variety of evidence-based approaches centered around his core professional values: acceptance, client-centered, and strengths-based. Alex enjoys working with adults, teens (12+), and couples in these areas: anxiety, depression, grief/bereavement/loss, anger, chronic pain, trauma, parenting, relationships, work, mens’ issues, life transitions, and existential crises.

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I’ve dedicated my career to helping people struggling with trauma and depression for the past 15 years. Many people hide their unresolved trauma; burying the pain deep down inside.Trying to run away. But no matter how hard you try to ‘move on’, the past keeps showing up. In your relationships, thoughts, and your actions. Bringing with it a wave of shame, guilt and despair. I believe one of the bravest things you can do is acknowledge that something needs to change. There is no getting around the fact that starting off in psychotherapy can be a bit intimidating. I offer a warm and compassionate environment for you to share your story. I use evidence-based therapies to inform my approach like Prolonged Exposure Therapy, CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy. Feel free to contact me to ask me any questions about what you are looking for.

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