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Today is World Mental Health Day, and the final day of Mental Illness Awareness Week.As co-founders of MindSpa, we belie...
10/10/2026

Today is World Mental Health Day, and the final day of Mental Illness Awareness Week.

As co-founders of MindSpa, we believe these moments of awareness matter. What matters just as much is what happens beyond them.

The conversations that are difficult to begin. The experiences people carry that others may not see. The courage it can take to ask for support, especially when finding the right words isn’t easy.

Mental illness is not always visible, and everyone’s experience with mental health is different.

Over the years, one thing has remained important to both of us: creating a space where people feel heard, respected, and understood, without judgment.

We’re grateful for the dedicated professionals who make up our team, the people who trust us with their care, and everyone working to make conversations about mental health more open and compassionate.

As this awareness week comes to a close, we hope the conversations continue.

Tina & Michelle
Co-Founders, MindSpa Mental Health Centre

You don’t need to be “good at art” for this. 🎨Perimenopause and menopause can bring changes that are hard to put into wo...
10/08/2026

You don’t need to be “good at art” for this. 🎨

Perimenopause and menopause can bring changes that are hard to put into words. Second Spring gives you another way to explore what you’re feeling, through drawing, painting, collage or clay, alongside other women who understand.

There’s no right way to make art here. No technique to master, no finished piece to judge. You share only what feels comfortable, at your own pace.

Second Spring is facilitated by Elena Kourounis Elena Kourounis, Art Therapist.

📅 Wednesdays, Oct 21 – Dec 9, 2026 (8 sessions)
🕖 7–9 p.m.
📍 MindSpa Gloucester (East End), in person
👥 Small group of 4–10
💳 $480 · Insurance receipts available

Not sure if it’s the right fit? Start with a free 20-minute consultation with Elena. It’s a chance to ask questions and see how the group feels for you.

Book through the link in our bio. 🌱

Questions about the group? Reach out to Bronwyn Bronwyn O'Connor at [email protected].

Perimenopause and menopause affect many women during their peak working years, yet the emotional side of this transition...
10/07/2026

Perimenopause and menopause affect many women during their peak working years, yet the emotional side of this transition is rarely talked about openly. Changes in energy, identity, relationships and roles can show up at work and at home, often all at once.

This fall, MindSpa Mental Health Centre is offering Second Spring, an 8-session, in-person art therapy group for women navigating perimenopause and menopause.

Through drawing, painting, collage and guided conversation, participants explore:

Changing identities and roles
Loss and renewal
Body awareness
Self-compassion
Meaning and purpose in this stage of life

No art experience is needed. The focus is on the process, not the result, and participants share only what feels comfortable.

Details
Wednesdays, October 21 – December 16, 2026
7:00–9:00 p.m.
MindSpa Gloucester, 1900 City Park Drive, Ottawa
Small group of 4–10 participants
Facilitated by Elena Kourounis

Joining starts with a free 20-minute consultation:
https://themindspa.ca/services/group-therapy-ottawa/perimenopause-art/

If you know someone who could use this kind of support, please share this post with them.

Meet four of the newest members of the MindSpa team. We’re pleased to welcome Erika Polidori, Maggie Clattenburg, Blake ...
09/29/2026

Meet four of the newest members of the MindSpa team.

We’re pleased to welcome Erika Polidori, Maggie Clattenburg, Blake Hart and Teanna Jeffrey to MindSpa as they continue their clinical training and support clients under supervision.

Each brings their own areas of interest and approach to care, with support available across our Kanata, Gloucester and Pembroke locations.

Swipe through to meet each therapist and learn more about the clients and concerns they support.

Finding the right therapist can make a meaningful difference. If one of these clinicians feels like they may be a good fit, you can book a free consultation through the link in our bio.

📍 Kanata | Gloucester | Pembroke
💻 Virtual therapy options are also available through MindSpa.

Meet Bronwyn O’Connor, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), who’s facilitating our new CBT-I Sleep Group this fall.I...
09/21/2026

Meet Bronwyn O’Connor, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), who’s facilitating our new CBT-I Sleep Group this fall.

If ongoing difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking too early has been affecting your day-to-day, this 8-week group may be worth a look. It runs Thursdays, October 22 to December 10, at our Gloucester location, and uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) — one of the most researched, effective non-medication approaches for chronic insomnia.

Wondering if it’s the right fit? A brief screening consultation is the first step. Reach out to learn more or book yours.

beautiful last weekend of summer at our Kanata location. ☀️A little sunlight, greenery and space to slow down that can s...
09/19/2026

beautiful last weekend of summer at our Kanata location. ☀️

A little sunlight, greenery and space to slow down that can shift the feeling of a day.

Wishing our Kanata community a peaceful weekend and a gentle transition into the new season.

MindSpa Kanata

We recently sat down with Elena Kourounis , Art Therapist for an upcoming episode of The MindSpa Podcast, a conversation...
09/18/2026

We recently sat down with Elena Kourounis , Art Therapist for an upcoming episode of The MindSpa Podcast, a conversation about identity, relationships, and what connection and “family” can look like beyond the traditional script.

Elena is also a contributing author of Q***r Worldmaking in Art Therapy: Theory and Praxis, exploring inclusive and affirming approaches to art therapy.

This fall, she’s leading Second Spring: an 8-week art therapy group for women navigating perimenopause and menopause, exploring identity, relationships, and this life transition through creative expression together. No art experience required.

Starts Wednesday, October 7. Link in bio to learn more or book your free consultation with Elena.

Episode drops soon, stay tuned.

Some days, parenting feels hard, and that’s not a sign you’re doing something wrong.Starting September 28, our new Paren...
09/16/2026

Some days, parenting feels hard, and that’s not a sign you’re doing something wrong.

Starting September 28, our new Parenting Support Group gives parents of children ages 3–10 a space to build practical, relationship-based skills for handling meltdowns, power struggles, and everyday parenting moments, without judgment, and without one-size-fits-all advice.

10 weekly sessions · Facilitated by Rosemary (Rose) Clark, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) · MindSpa Mental Health Centre – Kanata

Group size is kept small on purpose. Link in bio to learn more or reserve your spot.

Being heard changes how a conversation feels.Rachel Naomi Remen's words point to something we see often in this work: pe...
09/15/2026

Being heard changes how a conversation feels.

Rachel Naomi Remen's words point to something we see often in this work: people don't always need advice. They need someone to stay present with what they're actually saying, without rushing to fix it.

Real listening means setting aside the urge to jump in. No correcting, no redirecting, just attention. It's a small shift, but it's often the difference between a conversation that feels dismissed and one that feels safe.

This is part of what happens in therapy too, whether that's a couple learning to hear each other again or an individual learning what it feels like to be fully listened to.

Who in your life listens to you like that? Tag them below.

Read more on the blog, link in bio.

09/15/2026

Meet Joseph Ruberto, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) at MindSpa Mental Health Centre.

Joseph works with teens, adults, couples, military members and veterans, offering a collaborative and grounded approach to therapy.

He provides in-person support in Gloucester and Pembroke, as well as virtual therapy across Ontario.

In this short video, Joseph shares a little more about who he is and how he approaches his work.

Learn more about Joseph or book with him through the link in our bio.

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320 March Road
Kanata, ON
K2K2E3

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

+16135921001

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