New Chapter Psychotherapy
Break old cycles.
Write new stories.
Therapy for individuals, couples & teens in Ottawa and the surrounding areas.
New Chapter Psychotherapy offers boutique, trauma-informed therapy in the heart of Ottawa for those seeking lasting change, not just coping tools.
With in-person and virtual counselling for individuals, couples and teens, we create space for you to slow down, feel safe and reconnect with yourself.
In-Person & Virtual Therapy
Meet in our Ottawa office or virtually across Ontario
Trauma-Informed Care
Therapists specializing in trauma therapy
Flexible Appointment Times
Daytime, evening & weekend appointments
Bilingual Team
We have therapists who speak English & French.
Start where you are. We'll meet you there.
You're doing your best to keep it all together. But beneath the surface, you might feel stuck, overwhelmed, or just… exhausted.
At New Chapter Psychotherapy, we help people heal deeply- at the level of the nervous system, the psyche, and the story they’ve been living in.
We don’t believe in quick fixes or surface-level strategies. We believe in real change - gentle, grounded, and guided by compassion.
Who We Work With:
We’re a good fit for people who are ready to go deeper, including:
- Adults who are exhausted from holding it all together
- Couples who want to rebuild connection but keep hitting the same walls
- Teens who feel overwhelmed but don’t know how to say it
- Parents who are navigating tough dynamics with their kids or themselves
- Children who need support navigating the complexities of childhood
We work with folks from all walks of life, and we welcome the messy, the tender and the in-progress.
What We help With
We work with individuals, couples and teens who are dealing with:
- ADHD & Neurodivergence
- Adjustment Disorders
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Burnout
- Chronic Pain or Illness
- Communication & Boundary Setting
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorders
- Grief & Loss
- Infertility
- Infidelity
- Life Transitions
- Narcissistic Abuse
- Narcissistic Personality Disorder
- People Pleasing
- Perfectionism
- Personality Disorders
- Physical, Emotional, or Sexual Abuse
- Postpartum Anxiety
- Postpartum Depression
- Pregnancy Loss
- Relationship Issues
- Social Anxiety
- Stress Management
- Trauma & PTSD, C-PTSD
- Workplace Issues & Career Challenges
New Chapter Psychotherapy
Our Therapy Services
Individual Therapy
You don’t have to keep pushing through. Individual therapy offers a space to unpack anxiety, trauma, grief or burnout with a therapist who meets you with curiosity, not judgment.
Couples Therapy
You’re stuck in the same fight—or the same silence. Couples therapy helps you break the cycle, rebuild trust and communicate with more clarity and care. Repair is possible, and it starts here.
Teen Therapy
Being a teen is hard. Parenting one can be harder. We support adolescents through anxiety, overwhelm, identity struggles and more, offering a space to feel seen and supported.
Virtual Therapy
Prefer to meet from the comfort of home? We offer secure, trauma-informed virtual therapy across Ottawa and all of Ontario. It’s the same depth of care, just more flexible.
Child Therapy
Our therapists create a warm, supportive environment where children can explore their emotions, develop coping skills, strengthen their confidence, and feel more secure in themselves and their relationships.
Affordable Therapy
Our Affordable Therapy Program provides lower-cost counselling and psychotherapy for individuals who may have limited insurance coverage or are looking for a more affordable options.
Areas of Expertise
Relationship Issues
Anxiety Treatment
Overcome the weight of anxiety as we uncover the roots of your emotional experiences and provide tools to manage them effectively.
Depression Treatment
Trauma Therapy
Heal from past trauma through compassionate support, helping you reclaim your power and find resilience.
Who We Are
Therapy Rooted in Connection
Healing doesn’t happen through quick fixes — it unfolds through genuine connection that cultivates safety, attunement, and care.
At New Chapter Psychotherapy, we believe every struggle can become a catalyst for growth and transformation.
Rooted in Ottawa, our boutique team of trauma-informed therapists offers personalized treatment for individuals, couples, and teens. By leading with compassion, authenticity, and clinical experience, we help you uncover what lies beneath the surface, heal emotional wounds, and create a life filled with greater peace, purpose, and joy.
Why Choose Us?
- We treat the root, not just the symptoms
- Our work is trauma-informed and integrative (we draw from EMDR, psychodynamic therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Somatic Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and more.)
- We keep our caseloads low—so you feel prioritized, not processed
- We hire therapists who are deeply present and emotionally attuned
You won’t find generic advice or quick fixes here.
Our Approach
How we work together
We start by listening
Real change begins with feeling safe, seen and understood. In our first few sessions, we take the time to get to know the real you—your story, your struggles and your hopes for the future—so we can build the trust that makes deep work possible.
We work alongside you
Therapy is a collaborative journey. Together we’ll explore the patterns, experiences and emotions that have shaped you, uncover your strengths, and gently work through what’s holding you back. It’s a space for honesty, curiosity and compassion.
We help you create your next chapter
As you gain insight, tools and self-awareness, you’ll have the clarity and confidence to make choices that align with who you truly are. We’re here to help you move forward—not with quick fixes, but with lasting change and relief.
FAQs
Have Questions?
Every client who comes to therapy has different concerns. Because each client has unique life experiences, process and needs will be different and the amount of time varies for each individual/couple. In order to make impactful change in your life, we recommend weekly sessions. We also emphasize that long-lasting change requires commitment, consistency and time.
Starting therapy can feel intimidating. We like to frame the first session as a meet-and-greet. Your therapist will review confidentiality, as well as consent forms and policies. After that, time will be spent to get to know you better, ask questions, and gain a clearer understanding about the issues affecting your life. Your therapist will review your intake forms, look at some of the underlying reasons that brought you to therapy and learn more about what you hope to gain from therapy. Our priority is, and will always be, the psychological security and safety of our clients; therefore, our aim is to create a warm and safe space for healing from day one.
Clients come to therapy for different reasons. Oftentimes, clients are struggling with concerns that have impacted their work, family, relationships, intimacy, or personal and emotional life. If you are committed to making impactful change in your life for greater satisfaction, therapy can be highly beneficial.
Anything can be discussed during your confidential and private therapy session. This is your time to be as open as you’d like and to voice whatever is on your mind in a safe and judgment/ shame-free space. We strive to offer a warm, compassionate and open presence to facilitate expression.
If you are seeking a secure space for your therapeutic process where you can address painful experiences, better your relationships, or gain more insight into yourself, we can help provide meaningful change and growth.
In the beginning, it is recommended to come every week to give yourself a chance to work on your goals. You will know when it’s time to move to less frequent appointments. Therapy does require commitment and time.
We have a 48-hour cancellation policy. Please provide at least 48 notice if you would like to cancel or reschedule an appointment. Providing less than 48 hours will result in being charged the full session fee.
No, Psychotherapy is not covered by OHIP. However, Registered Social Workers and Registered Psychotherapists are covered by most Extended Health Benefits. Please check with your insurance for coverage.
In-person sessions are available at our Westboro location. Virtual sessions are also an option. Your preference can be discussed with your therapist.
At this time we accept credit cards through the secure and HIPAA compliant platform Jane App.
Street parking is available for 90 minutes around out Westboro location. However, spots are often taken or occupied. We recommend planning for time to find parking before your session.
Yes- an elevator is available at the main entrance.
Yes, we are able to see children as young as 5 years old all the way to 18 years old.
Our fees range from $175-$220 per 50 minute session and are covered by most extended health benefits.
Looking for low cost therapy? Inquire with us about our limited availability sliding scale therapy options
You're not broken.
You’re carrying pain that hasn’t had a safe place to land.
At New Chapter Psychotherapy, we help you create that space, so your story no longer defines you, and your pain no longer runs the show in the background.
You don’t have to hide, perform or explain yourself. You just have to begin.
