About

Elizabeth Kwasniewski, M.A., Registered Psychotherapist

College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario Reg.# 002160

Abides by the Canadian Psychological Association code of ethics. Master’s Degree in Individual Counselling (Saint Paul University, Ottawa). Additional professional training in:

• Emotion-Focused Therapy
• Gestalt Therapy
• Sandtray Therapy
• Addictions and Recovery
• Mindfulness-Based Symptom Management
• Sexual Abuse and Post-Traumatic Reactions and Disorders

Regularly attends:

• relevant seminars, conferences, and workshops
• peer support group

My work is under the supervision of Dr. Martin Rovers, who is available at marriagetherapistsottawa.ca

Therapeutic work in a wide range of problem areas, including, but not limited to:

• break free from the grip of anxiety
• deal with feelings of grief/loss
• face relationship difficulties
• facilitate personal growth
• handle change and life transitions
• improve communication/interpersonal skills
• manage stress and burnout
• overcome Internet addiction
• rebuild self-esteem
• recover from post-traumatic reactions and disorders

No single therapeutic method will work for everyone. My approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.

My style integrates mainstream and experientially based approaches, including:

• Cognitive-Behavioural
• Mindfulness-Based Interventions
• Emotion-Focused Therapy
• Interpersonal Process
• Gestalt
• Sandtray

Individuals who are passionate about their spirituality, within or outside the context of organized religious practice, are encouraged to draw on their spiritual strengths to bring about positive change.

The connection between therapist and client is fundamentally important in the course of therapy. Not every therapist is right for every client. If I am not the right person for you to work with, I will refer you to other professionals who may be better able to help you.