Meet Our Specialized Therapists in Nepean & Ottawa
Grounded, Neurodivergent-Affirming Therapy
Whether you're seeking specialized couples and sex therapy, support for late-identified ADHD or autism, high-performance coaching for burnout, culturally responsive care for newcomers, or accessible low-cost therapy—our team brings real-world empathy, evidence-based practices, and zero clinical jargon.
Located at 1439 Woodroffe Ave in Nepean (with free private parking and quiet, sensory-friendly waiting spaces) and available virtually across all of Ontario.
Our Clinicians
CEO & Founder
Registered Social Worker
Best for you if:
• You're unlearning high-demand faith, religious trauma, or purity culture
• You need a safe, fierce advocate for domestic safety, IPV, or trauma
• You're struggling with eating disorders, body trust, or family dynamics
• You want a warm, bullshit-free space (or dynamic group) to finally feel known
Registered Social Worker
Best for you if:
• You're stuck in relationship conflict, miscommunication, distance, or emotional shutdown
• You're a parent, teen, or family navigating stress, rupture, or hard conversations
• You want 25+ years of clinical wisdom for trauma, attachment wounds, or grief
• You want non-judgmental, shame-free support for neurodivergence or LGBTQ2S+ identity
Registered Social Worker
NIHB Provider
Best for you if:
• You're seeking grounded couples therapy to rebuild intimacy and communication
• You're a neurodivergent adult or a parent raising neurospicy kids
• You're navigating trauma, gender-based violence (GBV), or major life transitions
• You want Spanish-speaking care or a therapist who truly gets newcomer & Latinx lived experience
Registered Psychotherapist
Best for you if:
• You have ADHD or suspect you do, and want to leverage your strengths
• You're dealing with sports setbacks, performance anxiety, or retiring early
• You're navigating grief, loss, depression, or major life transitions
• You're a survivor of intimate partner violence or trauma
Registered Psychotherapist
& Clinical Supervisor
Best for you if:
• You're a therapist, nurse, teacher, or other helper who needs to receive care
• You're holding grief, loss, or an existential "what now?" you can't quite name
• You want a grounded, insightful space to work through overthinking or anxiety
• You're a new clinician seeking a real, relationally-grounded clinical supervisor
Intern Therapist (Supervised)
Best for you if:
• You're exhausted from chronic fatigue, illness, or medical system burnout
• You need a queer-affirming space to process climate anxiety or identity
• You want a cozy, slow-living approach at an accessible $50 rate
Not Sure Who Is the Right Fit?
Choosing a therapist can feel overwhelming—especially when you're balancing budget, direct billing options, schedule availability, and personal rapport. You don't have to figure it out on your own.
When you reach out to Changing Tides, our intake team takes the guesswork out of the process. We listen to your specific needs, financial considerations, and scheduling preferences to match you with the clinician best suited for your journey.
Prefer to chat first? We offer free 15-minute connection calls with our therapists so you can ask questions, discuss logistics, and ensure it feels like a genuine fit before committing to a full intake session.
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Session rates range from our $50 accessible intern rate (with Cora) up to $170–$220 per hour for fully registered clinicians (RSW / RP). Detailed receipts are issued after every session for easy submission to your extended health benefits. We also offer direct billing options for select clinicians:
• Telus Health eClaims Direct Billing: Julie Burnett, Jessica Batres, and Michael Dougan.
• NIHB Direct Billing (Non-Insured Health Benefits for Indigenous clients): Neil Slattery and Jessica Batres.
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Our physical office is located in Ottawa's West End at 1439 Woodroffe Ave in Nepean (near Meadowlands). We offer free private parking directly behind the building and a quiet, sensory-friendly waiting space designed to make arriving for therapy stress-free.
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Yes! All of our clinicians offer secure, PIPEDA-compliant virtual video sessions for anyone residing in Ontario. Virtual therapy offers the same quality of care as in-person sessions with the flexibility of attending from your home or office.
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Registered Social Workers (RSW) and Registered Psychotherapists (RP) are fully licensed, autonomous practitioners whose services are covered by most private extended health plans. Student Interns are completing their degree clinical placements under the direct supervision of senior clinicians. Intern care allows us to offer high-quality, trauma-informed therapy at an accessible $50 rate for clients without insurance or on a budget.
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A connection call is a brief, zero-pressure conversation over phone or video. It gives you a chance to share what brings you to therapy, ask questions about scheduling or billing, and get a feel for the therapist's style before booking your first paid session.
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Booking is flexible depending on the therapist you select:
• Direct Online Self-Booking: Julie Burnett, Jessica Batres, and Connor McCrindle offer direct online self-booking through our secure Jane App calendar.
• Guided Intake: For Michael, Neil, or Cora (our intern rate care), simply submit a request through our contact form. Our intake coordinator will confirm availability and send your welcome paperwork within 24–48 hours.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
You don't have to navigate life's shifting tides alone.
Reach out today and let us help you connect with the right therapist for your goals.