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.   

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.