Nancy is a psychologist registered with both the Ordre des Psychologues du Québec and the College of Psychologists of Ontario.
She holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in educational psychology, a master’s degree in clinical psychology, and a diploma in mediation, along with various certifications. Her therapeutic approach is integrative, blending Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cue-Centered Therapy (CCT), Art Therapy, Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), mindfulness techniques, and methods from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman therapy, and psychodynamic therapy.
Fluent in French, Arabic, and English, Nancy offers therapy in all three languages to individuals, couples, and families of all ages. She believes that everyone deserves to feel safe and comfortable, which helps them focus on their well-being, navigate personal challenges, and promote personal growth.
Areas of Expertise
Adjustment to Disability,
Anger Management,
Anxiety/Panic,
Bereavement & Loss/Grief,
Childhood Sexual Abuse,
Children & Youth,
Couples & Relationship Counselling,
Depression,
Domestic Violence & Abuse,
Eating Disorders,
Family of Origin Dynamics,
Family Therapy & Transitions,
Grief,
Inter-racial & Inter-cultural Relationships,
Isolation/Interpersonal Difficulties,
Mental Health,
Mindfulness,
Mood Challenges,
Newcomer and Refugee Mental Health,
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD),
Parenting,
Parenting Children with Special Needs,
Psycho-Educational Assessment,
Psychological Assessment,
PTSD & Trauma,
Self Esteem,
Self Worth,
Special Needs & Behavioural Disorders,
Stress,
Workplace Stress,
Youth Counselling & Counselling for Young Adults
Quinn has worked at Jewish Family Services (JFS) since 2016 starting as a summer student. She has had the advantage of working in many departments learning various positions to better support people within the agency. She has experience working with seniors with cognitive impairments, vulnerable populations such as low-income Jewish individuals, children, students of all ages, adults, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities and LGBTQ2S+ community members and is passionate about working with these populations again.
Quinn is a very empathetic and energetic person who can connect with others easily. She is a great listener and observer and values diversity, believing she can learn as much from others, as they can from her. Quinn believes a therapeutic and working relationship should be collaborative, understanding, and supportive of one another.
Quinn prioritizes creating a space that is shared, free of judgment, warm, compassionate, and encouraging, where all individuals feel safe and comfortable, with an understanding that each therapeutic relationship will be different and not everything works for everyone.
Quinn works from a strength based, solution focused perspective, utilising techniques from narrative therapy, emotional-focused therapy, trauma informed therapy, and mindfulness. She believes the mind, heart, body, and spirit are all connected and must be respected during the therapeutic process. Quinn also believes societal pressures and systemic issues impact all individuals and must be taken into account when discussing personal journeys.
Quinn holds both a bachelor and a Master of Social Work, as well as bachelor’s degree in sociology and psychology. She is a registered social worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, and a member of the Canadian and Ontario Association of Social Workers. She has been working in various non-profit agencies for more than 6 years.
Areas of Expertise
Adoption,
Anger Management,
Anxiety/Panic,
Bereavement & Loss/Grief,
Blended Families,
Children & Youth,
Chronic Pain/Illness,
Depression,
Family of Origin Dynamics,
Family Therapy & Transitions,
Grief,
Isolation/Interpersonal Difficulties,
LGBTTIQQ Issues,
Life Transitions,
Loss/Grief,
Mental Health,
Mindfulness,
Mood Challenges,
Navigating Transition,
Neurodivergence,
Parenting,
Parenting Children with Special Needs,
Play Therapy,
Self Esteem,
Self Worth,
Seniors,
Sexuality,
Special Needs & Behavioural Disorders,
Stress,
Workplace Stress,
Youth Counselling & Counselling for Young Adults
Rojine believes that an individual’s relationship with themselves is at the core of everything—shaping how they connect with work, relationships, and life as a whole. By nurturing a deep, authentic connection with who they are, individuals empower themselves to create the life they truly desire. As Carl Rogers once said, “The curious paradox is that when I accept myself, just as I am, then I can change.” Rojine understands that exploring one’s inner world can feel overwhelming, and she is here to guide others through the process.
Rojine creates a space where individuals can be themselves—free from judgment and full of possibility. In her sessions, she offers a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions, address the barriers holding them back, and tap into their inner strength. Her mission is to help individuals navigate their journey of self-discovery and healing.
Taking a holistic and personalized approach, Rojine integrates a variety of therapeutic methods to best meet the unique needs of each client. These approaches may include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Interventions, Internal Family Systems, and Somatic Therapy.
With a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Sociology and a Master’s in Psychotherapy, Counselling, and Spirituality, Rojine brings a solid academic foundation to her work. Her certification from The Montreal Counselling Center (CRAM) has also deepened her understanding of how individuals relate to themselves and others, enhancing her ability to guide clients toward healing and growth.
Areas of Expertise
Anger Management,
Anxiety/Panic,
Bereavement & Loss/Grief,
Blended Families,
Depression,
Family of Origin Dynamics,
Grief,
Isolation/Interpersonal Difficulties,
Loss/Grief,
Mental Health,
Mindfulness,
Mood Challenges,
Newcomer and Refugee Mental Health,
PTSD & Trauma,
Self Esteem,
Stress
Sabine works in the Refugees and Vulnerable Newcomers program, providing social and insightful emotional support and counselling to address both the immediate and long-term psychological needs of refugees and newcomers. She has experience working with immigrants and has a sensitive awareness about their life experience which fosters a better understanding of their needs and focuses on building a trusting therapeutic relationship. By understanding the complexity of a migration journey, Sabine makes sure she creates a comfortable and safe environment for clients to feel supported and heard. Sabine’s strengths are practicing active listening, her unconditional positive regard and her capacity to always prioritize the client’s well-being.
Sabine uses various therapy models in her practice such as Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, elements of Play Therapy and Client Centered Therapy from a culturally sensitive perspective. Sabine has experience working with individuals and families; providing counselling in areas including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, anger management, relationship distress, migration, those who have gone through traumatic events and other life transitions. She also works with youth and children who experience difficulties in managing their emotions.
Sabine is a graduate from the University of Ottawa who has a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology and previously a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. She is a member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association and offers counselling services in multiple languages such as French, Spanish, English, and Creole.
Areas of Expertise
Anger Management,
Anxiety/Panic,
Bereavement & Loss/Grief,
Couples & Relationship Counselling,
Depression,
Domestic Violence & Abuse,
Family of Origin Dynamics,
Grief,
Isolation/Interpersonal Difficulties,
Loss/Grief,
Mental Health,
Mindfulness,
Newcomer and Refugee Mental Health,
Parenting,
PTSD & Trauma,
Self Esteem,
Self Worth,
Separation & Divorce,
Sexual Assault,
Stress,
Workplace Stress
Samantha believes in creating a caring and non-judgmental space where people can explore their different emotions, sensations, and thoughts that may be causing discomfort. Samantha values preserving that space where people can express their own human experiences as well as journeying together alongside her clients toward a place of meaningful change.
Samantha utilizes an integrative approach that is informed mainly by Emotionally-Focused and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Narrative Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Samantha also integrates an attachment and culturally sensitive perspective while also incorporating self-compassion and somatic techniques into her therapeutic work with clients.
Samantha works collaboratively with her clients to meet their needs and goals. She has experience working with individuals, couples, and families. Her interests and experiences in providing counselling services include grief, interpersonal relationships, relational conflicts, self-esteem issues, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Samantha offers psychotherapy in both English and Spanish. She is a Registered Psychotherapist and has completed a Master’s Degree in Counselling and Spirituality with a Concentration in Couple and Family Counselling at Saint Paul University. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, and graduated from Universidad de las Américas, A.C., in Mexico City.
Areas of Expertise
Anger Management,
Blended Families,
Children & Youth,
Couples & Relationship Counselling,
Depression,
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR),
Family of Origin Dynamics,
Grief,
Life Transitions,
Loss/Grief,
Mindfulness,
Parenting,
Prenatal & Post-Partum Issues,
Self Esteem,
Self Worth,
Separation & Divorce,
Sexual Assault,
Sexuality,
Youth Counselling & Counselling for Young Adults
Stephanie’s work with clients is collaborative, client centered and non-judgmental. She strives to create a safe and comfortable space for clients to identify and reach their goals. Stephanie supports clients in exploring challenges they face and moving towards their goals. She uses approaches including Dialectical Behaviour, Cognitive Behavioural, Narrative, Solution-Focused therapeutic modalities. Counselling with Stephanie involves components such as goal setting, psychoeducation, curious exploration, action planning, processing, reframing and mobilizing resources.
Stephanie holds a Master’s Degree in Social Work and is a Registered Social Worker in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers.
Areas of Expertise
Anger Management,
Anxiety/Panic,
Childhood Sexual Abuse,
Depression,
Isolation/Interpersonal Difficulties,
Mental Health,
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD),
PTSD & Trauma,
Self Esteem,
Stress,
Workplace Stress
Svetlana has over 15 years of experience as a social worker in various departments within hospital settings in Israel and in Canada, where she has provided support to families, youth at risk, and individuals experiencing intimate partner violence (IPV).
Her goal is to create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space, fostering self-awareness as a therapist. She offers a supportive environment where clients can share their stories and feelings openly and has experience in helping clients navigate community services suited to their needs.
Trilingual in Russian, English, and Hebrew, Svetlana bridges language gaps effectively. She holds both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Social Work from Bar-Ilan University and is a registered social worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, as well as a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers.
Areas of Expertise
Adoption,
Anger Management,
Anxiety/Panic,
Bereavement & Loss/Grief,
Childhood Sexual Abuse,
Children & Youth,
Chronic Pain/Illness,
Depression,
Mental Health,
Newcomer and Refugee Mental Health,
Parenting,
Parenting Children with Special Needs,
PTSD & Trauma,
Self Esteem,
Self Worth,
Special Needs & Behavioural Disorders,
Stress,
Youth Counselling & Counselling for Young Adults
One of Valerie’s greatest strengths is her ability to connect with other people, understanding their perspective, to create a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship. In this warm and nonjudgmental atmosphere, Valerie works with clients to develop a toolbox of strategies to support them toward their goals. Additionally, she extends her expertise by offering clinical consultation and supervision to other clinicians in the community.
Valerie has taught mindfulness since 2004 and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) since 2010 which remain a cornerstone of her practice. She uses mindfulness to increase awareness, acceptance, and self-compassion, and to support mental health when shown to be effective. She also draws on dialectic behaviour therapy, emotionally-focused therapy and interpersonal therapies. Valerie has been working in the Ontario Structured Psychotherapy program since 2018 providing cognitive behavioural therapy to people dealing with anxiety, depression, panic, avoidance, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and trauma including treating PTSD. She works with individuals of all ages, including children, adolescents, adults, and families. She values diversity in all of its forms, including working with people from marginalized communities.
Valerie holds a Master’s Degree in Psychology (neuroscience), in which she studied the effects of mindfulness on health and well-being. She also holds a Master’s Degree in Social Work. She is a member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and the Ontario Association of Social Workers.
Areas of Expertise
Anger Management,
Anxiety/Panic,
Bereavement & Loss/Grief,
Childhood Sexual Abuse,
Depression,
Family Therapy & Transitions,
Grief,
Isolation/Interpersonal Difficulties,
Mental Health,
Mindfulness,
Mood Challenges,
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD),
PTSD & Trauma,
Special Needs & Behavioural Disorders,
Stress,
Workplace Stress,
Youth Counselling & Counselling for Young Adults
As an empathic psychotherapist with a background in humanitarian work, Yara has had the privilege of witnessing the incredible strength of individuals in the face of life’s challenges and adversities. Her approach to counseling is person-centered, collaborative, evidence-based, and rooted in empathy and resilience, guiding individuals towards transformative personal growth. Key skills and qualities that define her practice include cultural competence, empathetic listening, multicultural awareness, and effective communication, along with language proficiency.
Being trilingual (Arabic, English, and French-speaking), she can bridge language gaps, ensuring that therapy is accessible to all. Yara strives to create a safe and inclusive space where individuals can express themselves freely without fear of miscommunication or judgment, allowing them to grow and find their own path to positive change. Yara is committed to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and celebrate their unique strengths and resilience.
Areas of Expertise
Anger Management,
Anxiety/Panic,
Bereavement & Loss/Grief,
Childhood Sexual Abuse,
Couples & Relationship Counselling,
Depression,
Domestic Violence & Abuse,
Family of Origin Dynamics,
Grief,
Loss/Grief,
Mental Health,
Mindfulness,
Mood Challenges,
Newcomer and Refugee Mental Health,
Parenting,
Prenatal & Post-Partum Issues,
PTSD & Trauma,
Self Esteem,
Self Worth,
Separation & Divorce,
Stress
Yasmine is a compassionate and skilled Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). She holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and is a Certified Hypnotherapist, accredited by the National Guild of Hypnotists.
Specializing in trauma-informed and client-centered practices, Yasmine provides psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and youth, focusing on creating safe and supportive spaces for exploration, healing, and growth. Fluent in English, French, and Arabic, she ensures culturally sensitive and accessible care for clients from diverse backgrounds.
At JFS Ottawa, Yasmine is part of the Refugee and Vulnerable Newcomers (RVN) program, the Counselling Group, and the Counselling Walk-In Clinic (CWIC).
Yasmine integrates a range of evidence-based psychotherapy modalities to create personalized treatment plans, including:
- Narrative Therapy, to reframe life stories and uncover personal resilience
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), to foster emotional regulation and mindfulness
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to address and shift unhelpful thought patterns
- Logotherapy and Meaning-Centered Therapy, to explore purpose and meaning in life
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), to embrace life’s challenges and focus on values-driven living
When relevant, she integrates hypnotherapy with these modalities to provide a holistic approach to mental well-being.
With over 10 years of experience in the corporate environment, Yasmine brings a unique perspective to psychotherapy, helping clients navigate organizational stressors and enhance psychological safety at work. By combining her corporate background with therapeutic expertise, she offers practical tools and strategies to support individuals facing workplace challenges, including burnout, conflict, and career transitions.
Passionate about advocacy and social justice, Yasmine is dedicated to empowering her clients as they navigate both personal and societal challenges.
Areas of Expertise
Anger Management,
Anxiety/Panic,
Bereavement & Loss/Grief,
Childhood Sexual Abuse,
Children & Youth,
Chronic Pain/Illness,
Couples & Relationship Counselling,
Depression,
Domestic Violence & Abuse,
Family of Origin Dynamics,
Grief,
Inter-racial & Inter-cultural Relationships,
Isolation/Interpersonal Difficulties,
Loss/Grief,
Mental Health,
Mindfulness,
Mood Challenges,
Newcomer and Refugee Mental Health,
Parenting,
Prenatal & Post-Partum Issues,
PTSD & Trauma,
Self Esteem,
Self Worth,
Separation & Divorce,
Stress,
Workplace Stress,
Youth Counselling & Counselling for Young Adults
