Focus on Change Psychotherapy

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Focus on Change Psychotherapy Counselling and Psychotherapy Ottawa, Ontario Counselling, Hypnotherapy and Transformational Coaching Services to help you move forward in Life.

For many people, saying no doesn't bring relief — it brings guilt. As a psychotherapist, here are a few ways I help clie...
09/15/2026

For many people, saying no doesn't bring relief — it brings guilt. As a psychotherapist, here are a few ways I help clients work through it:

🔹 Guilt isn't proof of wrongdoing — it often just means you're doing something unfamiliar. 🔹 Let the discomfort be temporary. It tends to peak quickly, then fade. 🔹 Reconnect with your reason for saying no in the first place.

With 30 years of experience, I help clients build lasting confidence in their boundaries.
Ready to start your journey toward guilt-free communication? Reach out to book a session.

If you constantly say yes when you mean no, or feel responsible for everyone else's mood, you may be caught in a people-...
09/01/2026

If you constantly say yes when you mean no, or feel responsible for everyone else's mood, you may be caught in a people-pleasing pattern. Here are two ideas that can help:

Notice the automatic "yes." Pause before answering — even a few seconds interrupts the reflex and gives you room to check in with what you actually want.
Understand the power of discomfort. Disappointing someone feels uncomfortable, but it isn't the same as being unsafe. Learning to tolerate that discomfort is key to building lasting confidence.

At our Ottawa psychotherapy practice, we help clients build practical tools to set boundaries without guilt. Reach out today to book a session.

08/13/2026

Mental Wellness is a journey toward a Happier You.
We can assist you.

08/10/2026

A more clear mind = a happier life.
We can help you create a more clear mind.
Call us today

08/08/2026

Looking for a new Psychotherapist to help you navigate life's challenges?
We can help !

08/05/2026

Helping you Navigate Life Challenges. Psychotherapy and Counselling services in Ottawa and Surrounding Areas.

08/03/2026

Looking for tools to build a happier tomorrow? We can help.

We offer Psychotherapy Services to Ottawa, Gatineau and Wakefield areas. We are conveniently located at 323 Chapel St. O...
07/30/2026

We offer Psychotherapy Services to Ottawa, Gatineau and Wakefield areas. We are conveniently located at 323 Chapel St. Ottawa, ON. and we also offer virtual sessions.
For more information, call us today. We are accepting new Clients.

Feeling Overwhealmed Lately? Let’s change that. We have been helping clients from Manotick, Kempville, Merrickville, Smi...
07/27/2026

Feeling Overwhealmed Lately? Let’s change that. We have been helping clients from Manotick, Kempville, Merrickville, Smith Falls and Perth for many years.
We offer in- person services at 323 Chapel St. Ottawa; as well as virtual sessions for greater convenience.
We are accepting NEW CLIENTS.

Your Mental Health shouldn’t be an afterthought. We serve people from Ottawa, Rockland, Russell, Embrun, and Casselman. ...
07/24/2026

Your Mental Health shouldn’t be an afterthought. We serve people from Ottawa, Rockland, Russell, Embrun, and Casselman.
We offer in- person services at 323 Chapel St. Ottawa, ON. As well as virtual sessions for greater convenience.
We are currently accepting NEW CLIENTS. Call or message us TODAY.

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323 Chapel Street
Ottawa, ON
K1N7Z2

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+16138008558

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