Why Choose Catharsis Psychology and Psychotherapy

Choosing the Right Therapy Provider Matters

Finding the right therapist or psychotherapy clinic is an important decision. Feeling safe, understood, and supported within therapy can shape your overall experience and your ability to engage meaningfully in the process.

At Catharsis Psychology and Psychotherapy, our work is grounded in collaboration, cultural awareness, and respect for each person’s lived experience. We aim to provide therapy that feels supportive, accessible, and responsive to the realities clients face in their daily lives.

A Diverse and Highly Qualified Clinical Team

Our clinicians bring strong professional training alongside meaningful lived experience. This combination allows us to provide thoughtful and culturally responsive care to people seeking psychotherapy in Ottawa and throughout Ontario.

Catharsis Psychology and Psychotherapy is proud to support people from historically marginalized communities, including women, Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC) individuals, immigrant and refugee communities, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

Representation matters in therapy. Many clients seek clinicians who understand cultural, social, and identity-based experiences without requiring explanation or translation.

Therapy That Is Individualized and Collaborative

No two therapy journeys are the same. Therapy at Catharsis Psychology and Psychotherapy is tailored to your goals, experiences, and readiness.

Our therapists work collaboratively with clients to:

• Develop greater emotional understanding
• Strengthen coping and emotional regulation
• Address relationship challenges
• Process difficult or traumatic experiences
• Support personal growth and life transitions

Therapy progresses at a pace that feels manageable and respectful.

Flexible Care Options

We recognize that beginning therapy should feel manageable within the realities of daily life.

Catharsis Psychology and Psychotherapy offers:

• Accepting new clients
• Extended evening appointments
• In person psychotherapy services in Ottawa
• Secure virtual counselling throughout Ontario

These options allow clients to access support in ways that fit their schedules, responsibilities, and comfort levels.

A Welcoming and Inclusive Therapeutic Environment

Our clinic is grounded in empathy, integrity, and respect. We strive to create an environment where clients feel comfortable showing up authentically without fear of judgment.

Care at Catharsis Psychology and Psychotherapy acknowledges cultural context, identity, and lived experience as essential parts of mental health and healing.

Support Beyond the Therapy Room

Catharsis Psychology and Psychotherapy contributes to ongoing community education and mental health conversations through initiatives such as the Catharsis Podcast and therapeutic resources developed by our clinical leadership, including the Self-Discovery Journal for Black Women written by Clinic Co-Founder Nereah Felix.

These initiatives reflect our broader commitment to supporting mental health awareness and community well-being.

Organizations and Programs We Work With

Catharsis Psychology and Psychotherapy collaborates with a range of organizations and programs to support clients across diverse communities and referral pathways.

We work with and receive referrals through programs including:

• Indemnisation des victimes d’actes criminels (IVAC)
• Fabiola’s Addiction and Mental Health Awareness and Support Foundation (FAMHAS)
• BlueCross
• Non-Insured Health Benefits for First Nations and Inuit (NIHB)
• African Caribbean Black Mental Healthcare (ACBMH)
• New Covenant
• Public Safety Canada
• Health Canada Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• John Howard Society

Among many others.

Finding the Right Therapeutic Fit

A strong therapeutic relationship is one of the most important factors in successful therapy. Our team works collaboratively to help connect clients with therapists whose experience, approach, and perspective align with their needs.

If you are unsure where to begin, we will help guide you toward a starting point that feels supportive and right for you.