sessions
Thoughtful, evidence-based therapy for individuals, couples, families, and young people — tailored to you.
Real life. Real relationships. Real talk.
When life feels like a lot to navigate, sessions is a space to slow down, understand what's happening, and begin moving forward.
Most people start their journey here when they are:
Anxious or weighed down by constant worries
Feeling like the demands of family life outweigh the joy
Getting stuck in the same conversations with their partner
Seeing familiar patterns repeat in their relationships
Struggling to make sense of difficult experiences
Feeling sad, struggling to find motivation or energy to start the day
Carrying past experiences that still feel close
Wrestling with self-doubt or questioning their worth
Feeling unsteady during a major life change
Experiencing big emotions that feel hard to manage
Who We Work With
Support for individuals, couples, families, and young people.
Services provided by a Registered Social Worker (RSW) are covered by many extended health benefit plans. Coverage varies, so you may wish to check with your provider.
Receipts are provided for reimbursement.
Individuals
Support for adults navigating stress, low mood, worry, or times of uncertainty and transition. We offer a steady space to explore what you’re experiencing, build coping strategies, and move toward meaningful change.
Couples
Support for partners experiencing conflict, tension, or recurring patterns that feel hard to shift. We help you understand the emotions beneath the surface and create new ways of communicating and connecting.
Families
Support for families moving through conflict, stress, or challenges at home. We offer a collaborative space to understand one another more clearly and develop steadier, more supportive ways of navigating difficult moments together.
Children &Youth
Support for children and teens who are feeling overwhelmed, worried, low in mood, or affected by challenges at home, at school, or in their friendships. We provide a warm, supportive space to understand their experiences, build coping skills, and feel more grounded in daily life.
Questions about fees or insurance coverage? Learn more here.
How sessions Works
Starting therapy shouldn’t be complicated.
1 — Book a consultation
We start with a brief consultation to talk about what's bringing you to therapy and whether working together feels like a good fit.
2 — First sessions
In the first few sessions, we take time to understand what’s been happening in your life and what you would like to shift or change.
3 — Ongoing work
From there, we work together at a pace that feels right for you, building insight, skills, and new ways of relating to yourself and others.
About sessions
sessions is a therapy practice grounded in the belief that people heal and grow through connection, understanding, and the right kind of support. We offer a calm, thoughtful space to make sense of what you’re experiencing and move toward meaningful change.
Our work is relational and evidence‑informed, drawing from approaches such as Emotion‑Focused Therapy (EFT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), and attachment‑based and family systems work. Each session is tailored to your needs and the pace that feels right for you.
Sessions is led by Deborah, a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with over 20 years of experience in hospital and community mental health settings.
We’re based in Ottawa and offer in‑person therapy locally, as well as virtual sessions across Ontario.
Extended Health Insurance Coverage
Services provided by a Registered Social Worker (RSW) are covered by many extended health benefit plans.
Receipts are provided after each session and can be submitted to your insurance provider for reimbursement. Coverage varies by plan, so it may be helpful to confirm with your provider in advance.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step
If you're wondering whether sessions might be a good fit, you're welcome to reach out to learn more or arrange a consultation.
Services provided by registered social workers are covered by many extended health benefit plans.