Affordable Therapy
We believe that therapy is for everyone. To that end, The Authentic Life is pleased to offer reduced and sliding scale rates for clients who do not have access to third party health benefits or whose financial circumstances are challenging.
Our psychotherapy interns provide individual and couple therapy at a lower cost. Our interns are completing recognized psychotherapy training programs and are supervised closely by senior therapists and supervisors, which means you will be receiving high quality care from not one, but two therapists.
If you are interested in low-cost therapy, please reach out to us to learn more.
Conditions we treat
-
![Three women smiling and laughing together outdoors during daylight, one wearing a hat, all dressed warmly and engaging in conversation.]()
Anxiety
Anxiety can be paralyzing. If you’ve experienced anxiety or panic, no one needs to tell you how it can disrupt your life and cause suffering. Anxiety, panic, social anxiety, and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) all have the same root; a feeling of helplessness.
-
![A young woman squatting in a lush green forest, looking up thoughtfully at the trees.]()
Depression
Depression is a form of emotional distress which can be debilitating, both in terms of short-term suffering and long-term life outcomes. Difficulties with depression can vary significantly but often include feelings of hopelessness and worthlessness,
-
![Three young women sitting together on a bench outdoors, with tulips and green foliage in the background, engaged in conversation.]()
Trauma / PTSD
Trauma is a frightening, difficult experience that can cause great disruption in one’s life. It can bring on symptoms like anxiety, nightmares, flashbacks and intrusive memories which may leave you feeling overwhelmed with emotions and life changes.
-
![A person sitting on a large rock, overlooking a mountain valley at dawn or dusk, with rugged mountains in the background.]()
Stress & Burnout
Do you find yourself feeling stressed and burned out in the workplace or as a caregiver? You're not alone. Stress and burnout can affect anyone, from employees in high-demand positions to those caring for children or aging parents.
-
![An elderly man kisses an elderly woman on the cheek at the beach, with ocean waves and cloudy sky in the background.]()
Relationship Issues
If you’re a couple looking for support in improving how you communicate, manage conflict, and resolve important decisions together, relationship therapy might be right for you. Whether your relationship is monogamous or polyamorous, we offer a safe space to create a healthier connection.
-
![Five people sitting on a log overlooking a mountain range during daytime, with lush green trees and cloudy sky.]()
Family Matters
The stressors placed on today's families are unprecedented. With many young adults living at home, financial pressures from job insecurity or loss of income due to the pandemic, and caring for aging parents, families are having to take on a range of responsibilities that may never have been considered before.
The Authentic Life is a psychotherapy clinic specializing in individual, family and relationship (e.g, couple, marriage) therapy. We also offer supervision and consultation services to mental health professionals.
We welcome all people into our practice. We are 2SLGBTQI+ allied and support all relationship configurations.
We have locations in Ottawa and Orleans. Our Ottawa clinic is located in the Nepean Medical Centre, at 1 Centrepointe Drive with easy access from Highway 417. Paid parking is available in a secure, on-site lot. On-street parking at city meters is available on Gemini Way. Free on-street parking is available on side streets off of Centrepointe Drive.
Our Orleans Clinic is located in the Centrum Plaza at 210 Centrum Boulevard. The plaza is situated directly across from Place D’Orleans, just off Highway 174. Centrum Plaza offers free parking.
Contact us to learn more!
Let’s Connect!
For more information, send us a message! We will get back to you within 1-2 business days.
