Ottawa Psychotherapy
From the perspective of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), the “wounded child” approach is a significant therapeutic strategy that focuses on understanding and healing the emotional traumas and wounds that individuals carry from their childhood. EFT, developed by Dr. Susan Johnson and Leslie Greenberg in the 1980s, is rooted in attachment theory and emphasizes the importance […]
How Survivors of Torture Can Reclaim Their Lives Breaking the Chains of Trauma Survivors of torture face significant psychological and physical trauma that can have a lasting impact on their health and well-being. In this article, we will explore the experiences of torture survivors and the effects of torture on their mental health. We will […]
The Journey of LGBTQI Refugees Seeking Asylum From Persecution to Hope The plight of LGBTQI refugees around the world is a topic that has gained increasing attention in recent years. These individuals face enormous challenges as they flee their home countries in search of safety and acceptance. Discrimination and persecution are often the driving forces […]
Fawn trauma response symptoms Individuals who had adverse childhood experiences (adverse childhood trauma) may get stuck in the “fawn trauma response,” which is an adaptive response to threats. Here is more about fawn trauma: Some people experience the “fawn trauma response,” a coping mechanism characterized by submission and compliance, as a result of traumatic experiences […]
Grief and Mourning Grief is a unique experience. There are tangible and intangible losses in life. We all grieve differently and at different rates, but there are some commonalities in the way we deal with loss. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to mourning the death of someone you love. Grieving a loss will look different for […]
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Tips if you are in or planning to have polyamorous relationships We’ve all heard of polyamory, although many of us – even if we are polyamorous ourselves – are still clinging to many misconceptions about this type of relationship. This can lead to a lack of understanding from people who aren’t part of our community, […]
Immigration Evaluations For many immigrants and refugees, their migration journey to Canada is marked by multiple stressors and cycles of violence that are shaped by gender, ethnicity, politics, sexual and gender identities and other intersections. The stress of being separated from family and navigating the complexities of immigration law in Canada can be overwhelming. […]
LGBTQI Refugee Claimants’ Experiences in Canada Canada ranks in many international rankings as a leader in human rights and acceptance. However, recent reports have found that LGBTQ+ refugees fleeing persecution in their home countries are facing challenges trying to claim asylum in Canada. LGBTQ+ asylum seekers are subject to a host of risks, including detention […]
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My psychotherapy services are trauma-informed. I integrate social justice lens in my therapeutic work. I have been providing therapy in Ottawa since 2011.
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I am an Ottawa-based Registered Psychotherapist and have a full-time private practice. In the past, I worked in social service agencies for many years. I offer individual, relationship, and sex therapy in English, Arabic, and Armenian to adults 18+, and I do not work with minors.
In 2011, I earned a master’s degree in Counselling from the University of Ottawa. I am a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario (CRPO#001132) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. In addition, I am a Certified Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA#3058). My clinical training focuses on relationship and sex therapy and trauma/PTSD. Since 2013, I have been at Algonquin College as a seasonal professor, teaching courses in mental health and addiction.
I feel privileged to have had the opportunity to publish peer-reviewed articles and contribute chapters concerning Counselling, coming out, and trauma related explicitly to LGBTQ+ refugees and newcomers to Canada. I have presented numerous workshops and continue to offer trainings nationally and internationally on the mental health of LGBTQI+ and SOGIE refugees and asylum seekers.
Professional Work
Early in my professional career, I specialized in individual therapy and served clients with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and grief. Since then, I have taken my clinical work to a higher level and gained more experience in four areas: PTSD and Trauma, Sexuality and Gender Identity, Sex and Relationship Therapy, and Refugee mental health issues. I have received various trainings in these areas since choosing to specialize. As an example, I received training from Division 56, Trauma Psychology, Physicians for Human Rights, and the Global Institute of Forensic Research in writing immigration evaluations for immigration courts. Furthermore, I have completed multiple trainings in trauma/PTSD therapy and relationship therapy (Poly. Kink). I have participated in numerous training opportunities in the field of sex therapy, sexuality, and gender identity.
I am a LGBTQI+/poly/kink/CNM supportive and informed therapist.
Therapeutic approaches
In addition to Narrative Exposure Therapy for PTSD (NET), I have also been trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for PTSD and Experiential Therapy and Focusing. I integrate social justice and rights-based principles into my work as a trauma-informed therapist.
Awards
In recognition of my dedication to helping LGBTQ+ refugees and asylum seekers in Canada, I received the 2017 Humanitarian Award from the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA).
Affiliations
I have an international affiliate membership with Division 56, Trauma Psychology, the American Psychological Association (APA), and the Global Institute of Forensic Research.