Individual · Couples · Family psychotherapy
Cultivating Hope, Strengthening Relationships
A warm, collaborative and non-judgmental space in Ottawa where you can feel heard, understood and respected, in person or online, in English or French.
- Ages
- Youth 14+, adults and older adults
- Format
- In person in Ottawa or virtual across Ontario
- Languages
- English and French
Regulated, bilingual psychotherapy in Ottawa's east end
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Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)CRPO registration no. 21894, practising under clinical supervision
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English & FrenchTherapy in the language you think and feel in
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In person or virtualOffice in Orléans, secure video across Ontario
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Individuals, couples & familiesYouth 14+, adults and older adults
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Integrative & trauma-informedCBT, ACT, attachment-based, mindfulness, systemic
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Free 15-minute consultationA no-pressure first conversation, by phone or video
Welcome
I'm glad you're here
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming. You may be experiencing anxiety, emotional pain, grief, relationship difficulties, or a life transition that has left you feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about what comes next.
You don't have to navigate these experiences alone.
At Ditekemena Psychotherapy & Wellness, I offer a warm, compassionate, collaborative, and non-judgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and respected.
Services
How I can help
Therapy is offered in person in Ottawa and virtually across Ontario, in English and French.
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Individual therapy
For youth ages 14+, adults and older adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, low self-esteem, relationship or identity concerns, and life transitions.
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Couples therapy
For partners navigating communication difficulties, recurring conflict, emotional disconnection, loss of trust, intimacy concerns, infidelity, or significant transitions.
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Family therapy
For families experiencing conflict, communication difficulties, grief, parenting challenges, changing roles, and other relational stressors.
Virtual therapy
Reach out from anywhere with online therapy
Secure video sessions let you meet from home, work or wherever you feel comfortable, anywhere in Ontario. Same care, same confidentiality, no commute.
- Encrypted, Canadian-hosted video platform
- Available to clients located anywhere in Ontario
- Evenings available for busy schedules
Working together
Care that is collaborative, respectful and tailored to you
I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), registration no. 21894 with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO), and I practise under clinical supervision. I work collaboratively with clients toward greater understanding, healing, resilience, stronger relationships, and meaningful change.
Whether you come individually, with your partner, or as a family, therapy is tailored to your unique needs, strengths, experiences, values, culture, relationships, and goals.
How it works
What to expect, step by step
My approach is integrative, person-centred, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive. Depending on your needs and goals, I draw from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), attachment-based approaches, mindfulness, and relational and systemic approaches.
Before we meet
After booking, you receive a short intake form and the consent-to-treatment document to read at your own pace.
The first session
We talk about what brings you to therapy, your history and what you hope will change. There is no need to prepare anything.
Setting direction
Together we agree on initial goals, how often to meet, and how we will know things are moving.
Ongoing work
Most people meet weekly or every two weeks at first. We review progress regularly and adjust as needed.
The growing plant
Meaningful change grows gradually
Like a growing plant that needs care, nourishment, and time, meaningful change often develops gradually. The growing plant at the heart of Ditekemena reflects this therapeutic journey.
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Roots
Grounding and resilience: the steadiness you already carry, and the foundations we strengthen together.
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Leaves
Growth and new possibilities: new ways of coping, relating and moving forward.
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Water
Care and support: the attention and nourishment that help change take root.
This is the spirit behind Ditekemena: creating a therapeutic space where hope can be cultivated, strengths can be rediscovered, and healthier relationships can grow.
Contact us today
Taking the first step is often the hardest part
Whether you have a question or are ready to book, you are welcome to reach out. You will hear back within two business days.
Free 15-minute consultation · In person in Ottawa or virtual across Ontario · English & French
Our office
Orléans, Ottawa
In-person sessions take place in Orléans, in Ottawa's east end. Virtual sessions are available across Ontario.
Hours : [Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Some Saturday mornings.]
- Orléans, ONGet directions
- 343-552-0168Call us
- info@ditekemena.caSend an email