Keyon Cyrus is a Counselling Intern in Training who brings empathy, curiosity, and genuine care to every client he works with. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human Relations from Concordia University and is currently completing his Master of Social Work at McGill University. Keyon is passionate about helping individuals, families, and couples navigate challenges with compassion and confidence. With experience working with youth, students, and athletes, he understands the emotional and psychological pressures that come with performance, identity, and personal growth.

Grounded, approachable, and client-centered, Keyon strives to create a space where people feel heard, supported, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives. He offers reduced rates as he continues to develop his clinical skills under the supervision of licensed professionals.

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Police Officer and registered Social Worker. She has over 19 years of experience in frontline intervention in the following fields: legal/law, child protection (D.Y.P.), mental health, personality disorders, addictions, conjugal violence, interpersonal relationship counselling, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and youth work.

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Trauma, much like a splinter, embeds itself into a person and affects all aspects of life. Frank’s primary objective is to create a safe and compassionate therapeutic alliance which facilitates healing and growth. With Trauma, he truly believes that the body holds a great deal of the emotional weight, without us knowing.

Frank is a Registered Psychotherapist, trained EMDR therapist, and a Registered Kinesiologist. This allows him to specialize in treating trauma along with anxiety, depression and a range of other mental health issues. He utilizes specific modalities to assist each person reach their unique therapeutic goals, specifically, EMDR, Parts Work, Somatic Therapy, and CBT.

Life is difficult as it is, particularly when one has experienced a traumatic event. Our brains and bodies are able and willing to heal. We are able to reach a level of meaningfulness in life that we may not have imagined possible.

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Tim, a seasoned psychotherapist in Ontario for over 20 years, specializes in aiding individuals facing emotional and relational challenges that impact their lives. He offers effective strategies to regulate overwhelming emotions and foster resilience, supporting individuals dealing with anger, stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship issues. Tim welcomes those who integrate faith as a source of strength and listens empathetically, aiming to facilitate relief, growth, and enhanced coping skills. While he primarily uses cognitive behavioral therapy, Tim employs various strategies tailored to help clients achieve their goals and commends their courage in seeking support.

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Danica is an RN, Psychotherapist and Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) registered to both the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) as well as the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). She takes a holistic approach to counselling to include both mind and body pulling from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) as well as Internal Family Systems/parts work and Somatic Experiencing. She has experience counselling adolescents with focus on anxiety and depression, counselling in a women’s health clinic including advocacy for women’s rights as well as experience in acute psychiatry. She works with those who are experiencing/have experienced anxiety, depression, trauma, big life changes (relationships starting or ending, grief/loss, seeking direction in life) and focuses on relationship with Self by: increasing your feelings of self worth, self-confidence, self-acceptance and independence. This will be done by exploring how your thoughts, experience, behaviours and emotions influence your day to day, and how that can be explored to achieve your personal goals.

Please check with your provider to determine your coverage.

I can only service clients who reside in Ontario.

Current Typical Hours as of January 2025:. Mondays & Wednesdays: 10:30am-2:30pm. (Virtual Only) Tuesday: 10:30am-2:30pm In person. Thursdays & Fridays: 10:30am-4pm in person

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Lorenzo L., M.A. Licensed Counsellor, Special Needs Advocate & Educator

With over 25 years of experience, Lorenzo Loggia is a compassionate and dedicated educator and licensed counsellor who has devoted his career to supporting individuals with special needs, as well as those navigating anxiety, depression, and relational challenges.

He works closely with individuals, families, and couples—offering a warm, client-centered approach rooted in empathy and respect. Lorenzo creates a safe and inclusive space where clients feel supported, empowered, and understood. His work is deeply personalized, focusing on each person’s unique strengths and goals to foster confidence, connection, and lasting change.

A true advocate for inclusive care and education, Lorenzo’s mission is to enhance quality of life and help every client thrive. His approach is grounded in kindness, patience, and a deep commitment to helping others grow—qualities that define his excellence as a clinician.

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Rachel is a Registered Social Worker with OCSWSSW. She is a passionate advocate for mental health and wellness. Rachel has supported clients in many different life domains. She has experience helping clients with addiction and mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression. She is also well versed in supporting those experiencing trauma and seeking appropriate ways to heal through psychotherapy practices. Rachel always ensures her clients feel welcome through her warm and positive energy. Rachel is currently accepting new clients at our Ottawa location in person or virtually.

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I am a warm, compassionate psychotherapist (qualifying) who recently completed a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. I support both adolescents and adults working through a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, difficulties with emotional regulation, low self-esteem, ADHD, sleep challenges, trauma, and family or relationship stress.

My approach is grounded in evidence-based therapy. I draw from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, and Family Systems Therapy, all within a person-centered and trauma-informed lens. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to explore their thoughts and experiences at their own pace.

I also have specialized training in supporting neurodivergent individuals, including those on the autism spectrum. I take a strengths-based, attuned approach, helping clients build emotional awareness, strengthen coping skills, and cultivate resilience while honoring their unique identities and goals.

Committed to ongoing learning, I continually expand my clinical skills to ensure I offer effective, high-quality care. Through a collaborative and thoughtful therapeutic process, I aim to help clients move toward greater grounding, authenticity, and fulfillment in their daily lives.

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Myles, a graduate of McGill University with a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work and a Cybercounseling certification from Toronto’s Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work (FIFSW), brings his expertise to the forefront in addressing anxiety, health anxiety, stress management, and burnout. Additionally, he specializes in promoting well-being through the establishment of healthy boundaries in both personal relationships and the workplace. Myles also works with individuals to build healthy and sustainable relationships. In his therapeutic environment, he nurtures personal development and resilience, offering clients a transformative and enriching experience.

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Jessica is a registered Social Worker in Quebec (online and in person) and Ontario (online only) and holds a Masters of Social Work. She is passionate about social justice and guiding people on their evolutionary path to self-actualization. She specializes in crisis interventions, working with extreme or altered mental states, often known as psychosis, and attachment-based theories, but she also has experience in couples interventions, interpersonal relationship improvement, and an intercultural approach. She has worked in residential treatment centers as well as with crisis intervention units and in youth empowerment. She works with empathy, sensitivity and a nonjudgmental attitude to help each person achieve their therapeutic goals.

Jessica est une travailleuse sociale qui est passionnée par la justice sociale et par guider les personnes sur leur chemin d’évolution vers l’actualisation de soi. Elle est spécialisée dans l’intervention de crise, travailler avec les états mentales altérés ou extrêmes, autrement connu comme la psychose, et la mobilisation des théories basés sur l’attachement, mais a aussi de l’expérience en intervention de couple, l’amélioration des relations interpersonnelles et une approche interculturelle. Elle a travaillé en ressource d’hébergement, dans une équipe d’intervention de crise et dans l’empowerment des jeunes. Elle travaille avec l’empathie, la sensibilité et le non jugement afin d’aider chaque personne à atteindre leurs objectifs thérapeutiques.

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Dr. Joan Tucker is a psychiatrist licensed in both Ontario and Quebec, currently practicing in collaboration with RISE Clinic to support individuals in Quebec and across Canada on their journey toward mental wellness.

A native Montrealer, Dr. Tucker is establishing her consultative psychiatric practice in Quebec after a long and successful career in Ontario. With a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, she offers a holistic, developmentally informed approach to assessing and treating mental health concerns.

Her Quebec license enables her to provide psychiatric care Canada-wide, delivering thoughtful, evidence-based treatment as a valued member of the multidisciplinary team at RISE Clinic.

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Joanne W. is a compassionate and dedicated registered psychotherapist (qualifying) with a master’s in counselling psychology from Yorkville University. She has extensive experience working with individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties.

With a strong foundation in evidence-based practices, Joanne integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), narrative therapy, and the empty chair technique within a person-centered therapy framework. Her goal is to foster a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental environment where clients feel supported and empowered to explore their concerns.

Joanne’s expertise also includes crisis intervention, behavioral observation, and supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorder. She takes a client-centered approach, emphasizing personal growth, effective coping strategies, and resilience-building.

Committed to ongoing professional development, Joanne continuously stays updated with the latest advancements in the mental health field to ensure that her clients receive the highest standard of care. Through her thoughtful and individualized approach, she strives to support individuals on their journey toward mental wellness.

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