Looking for therapy in the Ottawa area? I hope I can help support you…
I offer psychotherapy sessions available virtually & in-person; I can see you in the afternoon or evening. I see teens as well as adults. Choose from a range of therapy models to find treatment interventions that work for you: ACT, DBT, EFT & EFiT.
I can support almost every mental health concern, from anxiety to BPD to relationships & beyond. Areas of specialization include addictions, gender/sexuality, & sexual violence (including past trauma). I offer individual therapy to women & 2SLGBTQ+ clients aged 14-64.
NEW: I also offer couples counselling to spouses/partners using the Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) model. This model, developed right here in Ottawa, has excellent evidence to support its effectiveness at helping partners heal Attachment wounds & reconnect to each other emotionally.
Addictions
- substance use
- reducing alcohol use
- reducing drug use
- harm reduction approach
- problematic behaviour
- shopping addiction
- problem gambling
- internet & video games
2SLTBTQ+
- gender identity
- sexual orientation
- exploring sexuality
- relationships
- polyamoury
- family conflict
- gender-affirming space
- queer-positive space
Trauma
- PTSD
- C-PTSD
- sexual assault
- intimate partner violence
- childhood abuse
- emotion regulation, distress tolerance, managing anxiety
- diagnosis of BPD
How can I help?
Kris Cormier, MSW RSW (she/they)
Psychotherapist & owner of Connect To Calm Therapy
Clinical experience
Kris began working in the counselling field in 2003 & later returned to pursue an MSW. She has years of experience providing mental health support, especially to women & members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Lived experience
Kris is a parent of adult children with decades of lived experience. She has been married, separated, & is a survivor of domestic violence. She has lived & worked in the 2SLGBTQ+ community for over 25 years.
Virtual
Access therapy from the comfort of your own home – getting to meet your pets is the best part!
In-person
In-person therapy is available in Ottawa West (Barrhaven &/or Baseline/Merivale area).
Afternoon & evening
Working 9-5? At school during the day? No problem – afternoon & evening appointments are available!
Book a Meet & Greet!
Book a FREE virtual consult to get a sense of what working together might be like.