Providing a safe & caring environment
Meet the Team
Catherine Gendron
CLINICAL DIRECTOR | REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST | MEDITATION TEACHER
As a Registered Psychotherapist with twelve years of experience in mental health, I take a holistic approach to therapy that aligns mind, body and soul. I use evidence-based and creative therapies to empower my clients to explore the complex layers of the human experience. Through collaboration, I guide them to feel confident and capable, helping them achieve their goals and improve their overall well-being.
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By encouraging clients to tap into their inner resources, such as resilience, self-compassion, and mindfulness, I help them develop trauma-sensitive coping strategies they can use beyond our sessions.
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* special interest working with RCMP/VAC.
Credentials
REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST - College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
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MEDITATION TEACHER - Prana Shanti with Devinder Kaur​
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UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA - Bachelor of Arts in Specialization in Psychology
UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA - Masters of Education in Counselling Psychology
Kristina Pearson
ASSOCIATE | REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST (QUALIFYING)
As a therapist, I approach therapy without judgment and prioritize collaboration with my clients to create a team-like atmosphere. My focus is on creating a safe, valued, and respected environment for my clients as they work towards accepting and loving themselves fully. I strive to foster an environment of trust, empathy, and confidentiality to enable my clients to feel comfortable in sharing their thoughts and feelings.
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Overall, my approach to therapy is client-centered, and I aim to create a supportive and nurturing environment where my clients feel empowered to take charge of their lives and well-being.
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Credentials
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RP(Qualifying) - College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario​
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CARLETON UNIVERSITY - Bachelor of Arts Honours Psychology
YORKVILLE UNIVERSITY - Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology
Marie-Pier Couture
ASSOCIATE | REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
As a therapist, I strive to provide a safe environment and supportive space where people can grow in self-awareness, overcome barriers to life goals, and gain skills to be leaders in their life journey. I believe that each person is the expert of their own experiences, and I facilitate to help cultivate a person’s resiliency and empower them to live the life they want.
I meet clients where they need to be met and I use a holistic approach to honour their unique experience, as well as utilizing techniques from various theoretical perspectives, including person-centered and strengths based approaches, mindfulness practices, acceptance and commitment therapy, and cognitive behavioural therapy.
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Languages: English and French
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Credentials
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RP - College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
​CANADIAN CERTIFIED COUNSELLOR - Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association
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UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA - Bachelor of Social Sciences - Specialization in Criminology and Psychology Concentration
UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA - Masters of Education in Counselling Psychology
As a therapist, I work from a trauma-informed perspective. I bring compassion and understanding to each session. I work to ensure that a safe, comfortable, and non-judgmental space is created, so that clients can explore their emotions and thoughts. I am trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy, but I integrate a variety of modalities to best fit a client’s needs, including strength-based, somatic, person-centered, parts work, and mindfulness.
I believe in the uniqueness of each individual and I am passionate about working collaboratively with my clients, to help them build resilience and reach their personal goals.
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Credentials
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RP - College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario​
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YOGA THERAPY TORONTO - Certified Yoga Therapist & Teacher
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UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO - Bachelor of Arts Honours in English & History
ONTARIO PSYCHOTHERAPY & COUNSELING PROGRAM - Diploma in Psychotherapy
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