Clinical Psychologist
I am a registered clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in providing psychological services in the Ottawa area.
My practice focuses on providing therapy for adults experiencing a range of difficulties such as Anxiety Disorders, Depression,
Interpersonal Problems, Low Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, and Perfectionism.
I maintain a particular interest in working with individuals suffering from anxiety conditions including Chronic Worrying, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Panic Attacks, Phobias, and Social Anxiety.
I work collaboratively with clients to set treatment goals and to individually tailor interventions. My therapeutic approach may best be described as cognitive-behavioural (CBT), which involves working with clients to identify obstacles that may be blocking them from getting what they want out of life and helping them to modify their approach. My work also involves helping people towards a greater understanding of themselves and their emotional experiences.
I completed my Honours BA in Psychology at the University of Ottawa and I received both my M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Concordia University in Montreal. My training experiences have included work at various community clinics and hospitals such as the Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy Unit at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Montreal and at the Centre for Psychological Services (now, the Centre for Psychological Services and Research) at the University of Ottawa. I was on staff for 2 years with the Anxiety Disorders Program of the Royal Ottawa Hospital (now, The Royal). For 16 years, my private practice was located within Gilmour Psychological Services® in downtown Ottawa. In September 2021, I moved my office to Centrepointe Professional Services, where I continue to provide the same range of services.
I am a past President of the Ottawa Academy of Psychology (2008-2010) and served on the executive of this association for 5 years. I have also supervised doctoral students in Clinical Psychology at the Royal Ottawa Hospital and at the Centre for Psychological Services, University of Ottawa. I currently co-lead a mentorship group for early career psychologists going through the registration process and establishing their practices.
I am a registered psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. In support of the profession, I also maintain memberships in national, provincial, and local psychological associations. I am passionate about my work as a clinical psychologist and keep up to date on developments in the field through regular attendance at workshops and lectures, memberships in professional associations, and engagement within the professional community.
Please note that I schedule my own appointments. Reception does not book my appointments. I do not correspond via email or text. To inquire about my availability, kindly phone me directly at 613-291-4774.
