Find A Psychologist in Barrhaven, ON.

My most important job is to help clients feel safe with me. People deal with life the best way they can until that way no longer works for them. When that happens, I am there to support clients in the process of exploring new ways of coping and developing strategies that work to promote healthy balance and healthy growth - both in oneself and in relationships.

Heather Sutherland is a dedicated professional who thoroughly enjoys working closely with her clients to understand their concerns and find solutions that work for them. Results oriented, she provides encouragement, support and guidance to help clients 1) gain insight into their concerns and issues and 2) identify assertive options/steps to address problems and reach their goals. This includes helping clients develop healthy coping strategies to deal with challenging situations and experiences. It often involves challenging negative and irrational beliefs (cognitive therapy), particularly about self. The goal is to help clients feel good about themselves and fully enjoy their lives. Counselling full-time since 1988, Heather has held positions in...(view profile to read more)

Private counseling in residential rehabilitation is a privilege, as many facilities only offer group counseling. Our Valiant Recovery staff includes licensed psychologists who do private sessions with clients, which increases the likelihood of their success in the program. Individual counseling addresses the underlying causes of the client's personal struggles with addiction, for example, grief, abuse, trauma, and mental illness, and it does so in an environment of total confidentiality. Our counselors have masters degrees in psychology and extensive experience treating cases of addiction and substance abuse.

I'm registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario as a Clinical and Counselling Psychological Associate. I work with adults and couples and am able to accept all insurance benefits, as well as diagnose. I use an integrated approach bringing together techniques from many effective and validated therapies including cognitive behavioural, object relations and self psychology, emotion-focused, solution-focused. I have many satisfied clients who have turned their situation around for the better!