Pearson Psychotherapy Clinic
Explore your mind, build your resilience
About Clinic
Pearson Psychotherapy Clinic is dedicated to helping you cultivate greater self-awareness and lead a fulfilling life. Through a person-centered approach, I will guide you to notice how various situations affect you, helping you build the tools and confidence to navigate life’s challenges. My goal is to empower you to reach your personal goals, trust in your own abilities, and create the life you value. Whether you're facing a difficult moment or striving for growth, I am here to support you every step of the way.
Pearson Psychotherapy Clinic
343.304.6303
Kristinapearson.counselling@gmail.com
Located in Findlay Creek
2609 -201 Fenton Rd
K1T 3T8
Ottawa ON
Your Therapist
Kristina Pearson
I am deeply passionate about supporting both teenagers and adults in their mental health journeys, helping them navigate challenges with the tools and insight they need to thrive. I believe in creating a strong, collaborative alliance with my clients, working together as a team to foster growth and lasting change. Experiencing mental health challenges and facing hardships is a natural part of life, and seeking support through these moments can make all the difference. Let's get connected.
Credentials:
Registered Psychotherapist - College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
Master of Arts Counselling Psychology - Yorkville University
Bachelor of Arts Honours Psychology - Carleton University
Services
Unsure if therapy is right for you? Request a free consultation call so you can learn more about therapy and see if Pearson Psychotherapy Clinic can help. It’s common to feel unsure about beginning therapy, which is why it can be helpful to schedule a brief consultation call. The purpose of the call is to assess client-therapist fit, discuss expectations for therapy, and to learn more about you and your hopes for this process. During this call you are encouraged to ask questions to confirm if Pearson Psychotherapy Clinic’s services are right for you. Let’s get in touch!
Individual therapy sessions delivered in-person. Located in the heart of Findlay Creek in Ottawa South, Pearson Psychotherapy Clinic offers a warm and safe space for clients to connect with their therapist in-person to discuss their mental health needs. In-person sessions allow for clients to express their concerns in a private office and permits for a more personal relationship with their therapist.
Virtual
Individual Therapy
Access one-on-one therapy sessions virtually from anywhere in Ottawa or Ontario. Virtual sessions are offered to individuals all across the province of Ontario to provide greater access to psychotherapy services. The benefits of virtual appointments include attending appointments from your own home or workplace and maintaining a personal connection with your therapist through a screen. Clients are permitted to choose their preferred method of receiving therapy and there is no difference in the quality of service provided.
Over The Phone
Individual Therapy
Receive individual therapy sessions over the phone from anywhere in Ottawa or Ontario. Telephone sessions are also available to individuals across Ontario so you can access your therapy session at a location that’s convenient for you. Over the phone sessions also offer more access to therapy services to those living in remote areas where there are less services available. Clients are permitted to choose their preferred method of receiving therapy and there is no difference in the quality of service provided.
Areas of Expertise
. Anxiety can affect people psychologically, physically, and behaviourally. Common symptoms can include feeling nervous, panicked or fearful. One might experience tightness in the chest, shortness of breath, or tingling. Individuals can become fixated on one or several thoughts or overthink thoughts repeatedly.
Anxiety
. Relationship issues can range from difficulties in romantic relationships, friendships, peer relationships, family relationships, and professional relationships. Common experiences can include issues with communication, abandonment, betrayal, infidelity, conflict, intimacy, trust, and navigating relationships that promote health and safety.
Relationship Issues
. Individuals suffering from negative thoughts about themselves, feeling unworthy or unloveable, or focusing on their flaws over their strengths may battle with self-esteem. Those who experience low self-esteem may struggle to prioritize themselves, set boundaries, and may frequently compare themselves to others.
Self-Esteem Issues
. Depression can severely impact one’s emotional and physical well-being including but not limited to feeling hopeless, empty, sad, and unmotivated. Individuals may lose interest in activities and relationships they once loved and feel disconnected from others. Depression can decrease one’s energy levels and make it difficult to do daily tasks and practice self-care.
Depression
. Individuals experiencing hardships related to adapting into a new role or phase of life. Life transitions can include divorce or breakups, career changes, moving residence, aging, becoming a parent, transitioning to adulthood, retirement, marriage, disease, grief, and much more.
Life Transitions
. Issues with anger management may be expressed through angry outbursts, being easily overwhelmed, mood swings, and feeling like one is not in control of their emotions. Anger management issues can develop into relationship issues, work problems, substance abuse, self-harm and more.
Anger Management
. Traumatic experiences vary from person to person and can leave a significant impact on one’s sense of self, one’s relationships with others, and the ways in which one views the world. Common symptoms include having intrusive thoughts or images, experiencing intense distress related to the trauma, having flashbacks or nightmares, and enduring strong physical reactions with situations associated with the trauma.
Trauma
Get in Touch
Pearson Psychotherapy Clinic
343.304.6303
Kristinapearson.counselling@gmail.com
Located in Findlay Creek
2609 -201 Fenton Rd
K1T 3T8
Ottawa ON