Julia:

Owner of Ottawa Art Therapy. Julia is a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (RP-IP) (CRPO) and Professional Art Therapist with the Canadian Art Therapy Association (CATA). She is responsible for programming,  relief work, business communications and supervises her team of professionals to ensure quality care. 

Julia specializes in working with: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Processing Disorder, Neurodiverse populations, Attachment Disorder, PTSD, First Responders, RCMP, Armed Forces, Anxiety, Depression, Selective Mutism, Down Syndrome, Addictions, Burn Out, Anger Management, Alzheimer's & Dementia, Sexual and Physical Abuse Victims, Individuals who have experienced Domestic Violence and Intimate Partner Violence, Victims of Harassment,  Aboriginal Community, Refugees and culturally unique populations. Julia provides services for individuals, families, groups, and organizational training and workshops. Languages: English, Russian. Julia is also qualified to supervise other psychotherapists in the field with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.

Kenzie:

Kenzie is a Professional Art Therapist with the Canadian Art Therapy Association and Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). Kenzie had obtained her graduate in Art Therapy at the Kutenai ArtTherapy Institute, with an undergrad in Visual Arts at the Vancouver Island University. Kenzie has experience working with various demographics including neurodiverse chlidren and youth, systemically vulnerable individuals, Indigenous women, those who have been in the judicial system, and individuals living with addiction and complex trauma. At the core Kenzie is a person-centered and strength-based practitioner, using this as a basis to determine what other modalities could be introduced to benefit clients. She utilizes aspects of phenomenology, narrative and mindfulness in her work where they are applicable. She had an excellent understanding of various art materials, and helps individuals connect with their creative self.  She strives to be communicative, open-minded, non-judgemental, having capacity to hold space, be present, and act in the best interest of the client.

Kelly: 

BA Psychology, MA Psychotherapy, ABA/IBI - Services Certification, Certified CPI/NVCI Instructor (CRISIS Prevention), Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), CCPA member, Canadian Art Therapy Association Associate Member.

Kelly provides individual sessions to children, youth, and adults, group counselling, and works in interdisciplinary teams servicing a range of populations. Kelly works through creativity to deliver psychotherapy, CBT/DBT, trauma processing, bring back functionality, and ensure motivation and development. Her approach is empathetic and client centred. Kelly also provides parent training, and coordinates services with schools and other supports/resources. Prior to career in psychotherapy Kelly had 8+ years experience in Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) and Intensive Behavioural Intervention (IBI).

Tamara:

Tamara, a passionate and empathetic practicum student on a heartfelt journey of transformation from an Art Teacher to an aspiring Art Therapist. After many years of nurturing young minds through art, she realized the profound impact of creativity on emotional well-being and decided to embark on a new path of healing and support.

Tamara's heart lies in working with children, youth, families, and groups, where she weaves the magic of art into the fabric of therapy. Her warm and personal approach helps individuals who are neurodiverse navigate their emotions and embrace their unique strengths. Through the creative process, Tamara empowers those who have experienced trauma or faced bullying, fostering resilience and a sense of empowerment.

With a deep understanding of the struggles associated with ADHD, anxiety, and anger management, Tamara offers a nurturing space where her clients can find solace and healing through art. She has also been privileged to work with children coming from a vast variety of socioeconomic backgrounds, igniting hope and possibility through the power of self-expression. Tamara is an IFS informed practitioner.

Tim:

Tim, is a versatile and compassionate Music Therapist (CAMT, MTAO) and Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). With a profound love for music and a deep understanding of its therapeutic power, Tim helps individuals of all ages find healing, growth, and self-expression through the language of melodies and rhythms.

Whether you're a child, youth, adult, or senior, Tim's expertise is tailored to meet your unique needs and challenges. He has a wealth of experience in working with neurodiverse individuals, providing a supportive and inclusive space for them to explore their emotions and connect through music.

For those who have experienced trauma or are navigating through anxiety, Tim's empathetic approach helps clients process their emotions and build resilience using the healing properties of music. Moreover, he offers an alternative outlet for self-expression, allowing individuals to communicate and understand their feelings beyond words.

Tim helps navigate life transitions with a focus on improving clients' quality of life, and overall enhancing emotional well-being, fostering personal growth, and strengthening coping mechanisms.

No matter where you are on your journey, Tim's passion for music and therapy creates a safe and transformative space for healing and self-discovery. 

Kiki:

KiKi has been a certified speech and language pathologist (SLP) 31 years, working with children, adolescents and adults. She is certified in Pastoral Care, in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, and is ASSIST trained. KiKi is a student at Toronto Art Therapy Institute where she is working on a graduate diploma in Art Therapy and is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). KiKi has additional training in counseling, motivational interviewing, DBT/CBT, addictions, grief work, Indigenous studies, and spirituality. KiKi uses her previous experience as an SLP to assist with communication of thoughts, feelings and emotions, and her creativity for self-expression, grounding, and non-verbal processing.

Taylor:

Taylor has completed her Masters Degree in Psychotherapy and is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). Taylor uses a humanistic approach with aspects of CBT and solution focussed therapy. She has a special interest in working with at risk youth, and individuals in the system or living in group homes.

Sarah

Sarah is a practicum student finishing up her training as a Art Therapist/ Psychotherapist. She is a compassionate paractinioner who explores how creativity can help us heal, grow and connect. She is currently working on her major research project about intergenerational trauma using arts-based research. She is a former midwife who served families in Ottawa for 17 years providing pregnancy, birth and postpartum care. Sarah offers an empathetic, calm and non-judgmental space. She has experience facilitating art therapy groups for grief,
adults with a history of childhood sexual abuse, and seniors in long term care. She feels passionate about supporting perinatal mental health, trauma survivors, caregivers experiencing burnout and those who identify as neurodivergent. She uses an integrative client-centered approach including somatic practices, mindfulness and narrative therapy. Sarah has completed extra training in self-compassion, perinatal art therapy and sand-tray therapy. With an anti-oppressive and culturally humble mindset, her guiding principles are collaboration, curiosity and liberation. She welcomes teens and adults of all cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations and gender identities.

Aisha:

B.A. Honours Developmental Psychology, CRPO Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association Student Member, Canadian Art Therapy Association Student Member, Canadian Association for Play Therapy Student Member, Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals Student Member, Ontario Association for Behaviour Analysis Student Member-

Aisha is a practicum student who is finishing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology degree. Aisha draws from multiple modalities, using a Person-Centered approach, along with Trauma-Informed practices, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Family Systems Therapy. Aisha is adept at treating a wide range of ages and issues and also has 2+ years experience working with children in a therapeutic capacity, specifically Applied Behaviour Analysis therapy. Aisha is empathetic, culturally informed, wants her clients to reach their fullest potential and believes in a strong counsellor-client relationship. She provides services in English, tailors therapy to each person’s needs, is LGBTQA+ friendly and promotes a safe space for all her clients. 

Aisha has a particular interest in working with children that suffer from trauma and PTSD due to abuse.

Shelli:

Administrative Assistant

Shelli  facilitates our administrative services. She is responsible for billing, scheduling, and helping our creative practice run as smoothly as possible.