Blossom Counselling Centre

Blossom Counselling Centre An Ottawa-based counselling centre offering psychotherapy and nutrition counselling.

Over the last few years, we have heard from clients over and over again how terrified, disheartened, and horrified they ...
06/04/2026

Over the last few years, we have heard from clients over and over again how terrified, disheartened, and horrified they feel as q***r and trans rights become more and more threatened both in Canada and internationally.

It seems like every day, there is a new headline regarding bills being proposed or passed that would limit gender affirming care, would "out" youth to their caregivers, and would threatened the safety of q***r and trans people in public spaces.

As we enter Pride month, more than ever, it's important that we remember that Pride is and has always been a protest. It's a time to bring light to injustices and fight for safety for all members of LGBTQIA+ communities.

Celebration and joy are forms of protest, too. In a climate where q***r and trans people are constantly threatened, leaning on each other, finding joy in community, and engaging with q***r art and media becomes a form of resistance.

This Pride month, we hope you all have access to community, connection, and support that makes you feel seen and validated.

At Blossom, our commitment to creating welcoming spaces goes well beyond June. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

We are absolutely thrilled to be welcoming two very rad student therapists to our team from May to December 2026.Reem an...
04/20/2026

We are absolutely thrilled to be welcoming two very rad student therapists to our team from May to December 2026.

Reem and Madysen share our commitment to weight-inclusive care, neurodivergent-affirming practice, and anti-oppression. They are both available for lower cost sessions ($50-90), with a few pro bono spots available as well.

Sessions are virtual and available to adults in Ontario.

Welcome, Reem and Madysen! 🌱

It's Eating Disorders Awareness Week and there's a lot we would change about eating disorder treatment!Here are a few of...
02/05/2026

It's Eating Disorders Awareness Week and there's a lot we would change about eating disorder treatment!

Here are a few of our "ins" and "outs".

In:
- Recognizing that EDs impact BIPOC
- A neurodivergent affirming approach to ARFID
- Awareness of sensory needs in treatment
- Taking binge eating seriously
- Acknowledging the protective role of EDs

Out:
- BMI requirements to access higher levels of care
- “Atypical” anorexia diagnoses (it's just anorexia with a side of fatphobia)
- Only offering support to people who are “motivated”
- Using terms like “maladaptive” to describe behaviours

What would you add to our list? 💜

This week, we turned 5 years old! 🥳It's hard to believe the business we dreamed up during socially-distanced picnics in ...
01/06/2026

This week, we turned 5 years old! 🥳

It's hard to believe the business we dreamed up during socially-distanced picnics in 2020 has now turned into an incredible collective of dietitians, psychotherapists, social workers, and clinical supervisors. We simply could not be more proud.

This past year, we:
- Supported 250+ clients
- Completed 2000+ sessions
- Offered over 225 pro bono/low cost sessions thanks to our wonderful student therapists
- Offered individual, dyad, and group supervision focused on eating disorders, neurodivergence, and LGBTQ+ support

We are forever grateful for the clients, supervisees, and colleagues who have put their trust in us these past 5 years. It’s because of you we get to do work we absolutely adore.

Here's to many more years!
Josée, Christine, and the Blossom team

What can you expect from our Blossom Dietitians?✨📣🩷💛 Building a peaceful relationship with foodSupporting clients in red...
11/25/2025

What can you expect from our Blossom Dietitians?✨📣🩷

💛 Building a peaceful relationship with food
Supporting clients in reducing shame, healing from diet culture, and learning to trust their bodies—without food rules or weight-based goals.

💛 Expanding access, not restriction
Creating nutrition strategies that honour culture, budget, energy levels, and sensory needs. No judgment. No moralizing food.

💛 Supporting neurodivergent eating patterns
Helping with meal structure that works for your brain—like low-spoon meal ideas, routine-building tools, sensory-friendly foods, and reducing burnout around feeding yourself.

💛 Honouring lived experiences + identities
Understanding how racism, ableism, fatphobia, poverty, trauma, and colonialism influence eating and health—and working to name them, and reduce those burdens where possible. We also aim to reduce the power dynamic and work alongside with you rather than seeing ourselves as the experts

💛 Rebuilding body trust
Focusing on internal cues (hunger, fullness, energy, satisfaction) rather than external rules. Strengthening connection to your needs—not a number on a scale.

💛 Accessible, compassionate care
Meeting clients where they’re at. Celebrating small wins. Supporting harm reduction. Making nourishment feel doable, not overwhelming.

We can guarantee some laughs along the way too ✨🩷
Book online at the link in our bio!

Very, very scary 👻
10/30/2025

Very, very scary 👻

We’re so excited to welcome Loren to Blossom Counselling Centre as he completes his therapy practicum!Offering lower-cos...
08/18/2025

We’re so excited to welcome Loren to Blossom Counselling Centre as he completes his therapy practicum!

Offering lower-cost therapy, Loren supports clients through:
🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQ+ journeys
💔 Grief & loss
🌱 Identity exploration
🌊 Life transitions
🤝 Relationship concerns

Rooted in the values of community, equity, and deep listening, Loren believes that every story deserves to be honoured in its social and cultural context. Working from a person-centered, anti-oppressive, and trauma-informed framework, he helps clients explore identity, meaning, and resilience—at their own pace.

Outside of his clinical work, Loren is active in local governance and enjoys travel, music, and exploring food culture.

Loren is booking discovery calls for new clients:
https://blossomcounselling.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/14/treatment/71

We are excited to welcome Lisa to Blossom as she completes her psychotherapy practicum under the supervision of Josée So...
04/03/2025

We are excited to welcome Lisa to Blossom as she completes her psychotherapy practicum under the supervision of Josée Sovinsky, RP.

Lisa identifies as a white, cisgender, neurodivergent, small fat woman. Her practice is grounded in principles of inclusivity, anti-oppression and trauma-informed care.

Lisa is passionate about being neurodivergent affirming, 2SLGBTQ+ allied and weight inclusive.

Sessions are open to those 18+ residing in Ontario. Fees range from $50-90 per session, based on financial needs.

Book a free discovery call with Lisa here:
https://blossomcounselling.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/13/treatment/68

Such an important message about decolonization in therapy from 📣✨🌿
03/24/2025

Such an important message about decolonization in therapy from 📣✨🌿

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