About Ornella
Registered Psychotherapist (RP)
Master of Science (MSc)
Couple and Family Therapy University of Guelph
Registered Psychotherapist (RP)
College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)
Honours Bachelor of Arts (BA Hons.)
Psychology &
Gender/Women’s Studies
York University
Professional Member
American Association for
Marriage & Family Therapy (AAMFT)
Reiki & Energy Healing Certifications
Usui Reiki Levels I–IV Certified
Reiki Andara Practitioner &
Master Teacher
EDUCATION | CREDENTIALS
THERAPY PHILOSOPHY
Collaborative & Inclusive
I offer a collaborative, inclusive space that honours your unique identity and lived experience. I welcome people of all genders, races, ages, abilities, sexual orientations, and backgrounds.
My approach is grounded in compassion and curiosity. Together, we explore challenges, consider new perspectives, and work toward meaningful change, healing, and growth at a pace that feels right for you.
Trauma-Informed & Relational
I understand that difficult and formative experiences can shape how we see ourselves and relate to others. These experiences are attended to with care and sensitivity as part of the therapeutic process.
I also view healing as relational and contextual. By exploring the people, communities, and environments that matter to you, I support a more holistic understanding of your experience and growth.
BEYOND THERAPY
Creative & Spiritual
Creativity is an important part of my life and practice. I am a singer-songwriter and have long held a deep appreciation for art, expression, and creative process as pathways to insight and connection.
Outside of work, I’m drawn to nature and intentional living; spending time hiking, travelling, and exploring the outdoors. I also enjoy collecting rocks and crystals, which reflects my ongoing interest in grounding practices and personal reflection.
My spiritual path continues to inform how I show up in the world and in my work, including an openness to energy-based perspectives that support presence, awareness, and holistic well-being.
My Path
I am a psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience across community mental health, relational therapy, and private practice. While much of my earlier work focused on couples, family, and relational therapy, that experience continues to shape the individual therapy work I primarily offer today; bringing a nuanced relational lens to understanding emotion, identity, patterns, and personal growth.
I lead a solo practice grounded in an integrative, conversational, and collaborative approach. My work draws from Emotion-Focused, Narrative, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive, Solution-Focused, Expressive Arts, Holistic Integrative, and Psycho-Spiritual therapies. Rather than working from a rigid model, I tailor therapy to each person, creating a space that is reflective, grounded, and deeply attuned to individual needs.
Alongside clinical practice, I remain engaged in ongoing professional development, international training and community initiatives, mental health education, workshops, consultation, and advocacy work connected to wellness, relational healing, and Maroon and Indigenous rights. My approach continues to evolve through both professional and lived experience, with a commitment to offering therapy that is thoughtful, culturally aware, and deeply human.
What It's Like to Work Together
Clients often describe me as warm, insightful, and easy to talk to — someone who brings both honesty and compassion into the therapeutic process. My approach is thoughtful, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs, goals, and pace.
Our sessions balance reflection with practical support, helping you better understand yourself, navigate challenges, and create meaningful, lasting change.
I work from a holistic perspective that considers emotional, mental, and relational well-being, creating a space where you can feel understood, supported, and grounded throughout the process.
If you are ready to take the next step, I invite you to book a complimentary 15-minute consultation below.
How It Works
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Services
What I Offer
I currently provide virtual individual psychotherapy for adults, informed by extensive experience in relational, couples, and family therapy. All sessions are thoughtfully tailored to your needs, goals, and pace.
Browse the services below to explore different therapy sessions and package options. Most clients begin with a standard 60- or 90-minute session, and from there we shape the process and level of support together.
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Please check with your insurance provider, if applicable, to see if services from a Registered Psychotherapist are covered under your plan. I also accept NIHB coverage for eligible clients.
