Ottawa Psychotherapy Services

Barb is a Canadian Forces Veteran. She completed a Graduate Diploma in Art Therapy with the Canadian International Institute of Art Therapy. She is also a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the International Coach Federation. Barb offers individual and couple therapy with a focus on Veterans and Veteran couple relationships. She has completed specialty training in art therapy, addictions (she is a SMART Recovery Facilitator), trauma, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) as well as somatic approaches which include focusing, mindfulness and breath work. Barb worked as a Family Peer Supporter for several years and specialized in the application of the Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS) model for parents and caregivers.  Barb provides services in both English and French. 

Areas of Competence

• Art Therapy

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Trauma and PTSD

• Couple/Relationship Issues

• Veteran’s Health and Well-Being

• Traumatic Brain Injury (Including Post-Concussion Syndrome)

• EMDR

• Emotionally Focused Therapy - Couples

• Mindfulness & Breathwork

•  Parenting Children with Mental Health Challenges

•  Health Issues Related to Trauma

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Please contact us to book an appointment with Barb.