Hi, I'm Janelle.
Psychotherapist, marathon runner, dog mom, and genuinely curious human.
I'm a Registered Psychotherapist (CRPO) based in Ottawa, with a Master of Education in Counselling Psychology and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, both from the University of Ottawa. I offer psychotherapy in English and French, in person at my Ottawa office and virtually across Ontario.
I work with children ages 7 and up, teens, and adults and I bring the same warmth, directness, and genuine curiosity to every session, whether I'm sitting across from a seven-year-old or an adult navigating a hard season of life.
Why I Specialize in Eating Disorders
This work is personal to me. I know firsthand how isolating it can feel to struggle with food, body image, and the thoughts that come with it, and how much it matters to find someone who genuinely understands rather than just follows a protocol.
I also see a real gap in Ottawa. Specialized eating disorder therapy is hard to find, and the need is growing. Whether you're navigating anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, or a complicated relationship with your body and food, I want to be the person in your corner who actually gets it.
Why I Love Working With Children
I'm creative, playful, and I genuinely enjoy meeting children where they are, not where we think they should be. I work with children ages 7 and up using age-appropriate, play-informed approaches that build real coping skills early. I always respect my young clients' right to confidentiality, while encouraging parent involvement in a way that supports the child's progress, because kids do best when the people around them feel informed and engaged too.
