Issues Commonly Presented for Treatment

Some of the issues that you might present to therapy for include, but are not limited to:

Adjustment to illness
Anxiety and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
Burnout
Caregiver burnout
Chronic pain
Coping with anger and emotion regulation
Depression and mood related disorders
Eating disorders and body image concerns
Family-related issues
Grief/bereavement and loss
Managing Chronic health conditions (e.g., cancer, HIV, diabetes, etc.)
Personality-related difficulties
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders
Relationship and sex issues
Self-growth & Self-esteem
Sex and sexuality related issues
Sleep disorders
Workplace stress

Publications

Dr. Tracy Dalgleish

Burgess Moser, M., Dalgleish, T. L., Johnson, S. M., Wiebe, S. A., & Tasca, G. (2017). The impact of blamer-softening on romantic attachment in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. Journal of Marital and Family Therapy. doi: 10.1111/jmft.12284

Wiebe, S. A., Johnson, S. M., Burgess Moser, M., Dalgleish, T. L. Lafontaine, M. & Tasca, G. (2017). Two-year follow-up outcomes in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy. Journal of Marital and Family Therapy, 43(2), 227-244.

Wiebe, S. A., Johnson, S. M., Burgess Moser, M., Dalgleish, T. L. & Tasca, G. (2017). Predictors of follow-up outcomes in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy. Journal of Marital and Family Therapy, 43(2), 213-226.

Wiebe, S. A., Elliott, C., Johnson, S. M., Burgess Moser, M., Dalgleish, T. L. & Tasca, G. A. (2018). Attachment & sexual satisfaction in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy. Journal of Couple and Relationship Therapy, 10.1080/15332691.2018.1481799

Wiebe, S. A., Johnson, S. M., Burgess Moser, M., Dalgleish, T. L., & Tasca, G. A. (2016). Predicting follow-up outcomes in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy: The role of change in trust, relationships-specific attachment, and emotional engagement. Journal of Marital and Family Therapy, 43, 10.1111/jmft.12199.

Burgess Moser, M., Johnson, S. M., Dalgleish, T. L., Wiebe, S. A., Tasca, G. A. (2018). The Impact of Blamer‐softening on Romantic Attachment in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. Journal of Marital and Family Therapy, 44, 640–654. https://doi.org/10.1111/jmft.12284

Burgess Moser, M., Johnson, S., Dalgleish, T. L, Lafontaine, M. F., & Wiebe, S. A. & Tasca, G. A., (2016). Changes in romantic attachment in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy. Journal of Marital and Family Therapy, 42, 231-245. https://doi. org/10.1111/jmft.12284

Johnson, S. M., Lafontaine, M. F., & Dalgleish, T. L. (2015). Attachment: A guide to a new era of couple interventions. In J. Simpson & S. Rholes (Eds.), Attachment theory and research: New directions and emerging themes, pp. 293-318. New York, NY: Guilford.

Dalgleish, T. L., Johnson, S. M., Burgess Moser, M., Lafontaine, M. F., Wiebe, S. A., & Tasca, G. A. (2015). Predicting change in marital satisfaction throughout Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy. Journal of Marital and Family Therapy, 41, 276-291.

Dalgleish, T. L., Johnson, S. M., Burgess Moser, M., Wiebe, S. A., & Tasca, G. A. (2015). Predicting key change events in emotionally focused couple therapy. Journal of Marital and Family Therapy, 41, 260-275.

Wilson, K.G., Dalgleish, T.L., Chochinov, H.M., Chary, S., Macmillan, K., De Luca, M., O’Shea, F., Kuhl, D., & Fainsinger, R.L. (2014). Mental disorders and the desire for death in patients receiving palliative care for cancer. BMJ Supportive and Palliative Care. doi:10.1136/bmjspcare-2013-000604

Johnson, S.M., Burgess Moser, M., Beckes, L., Smith, A., Dalgleish, T., Halchuk, R., Hasselmo, K., Greenman, P.S., Merali, Z. & Coan, J.A. (2013). “Soothing the threatened brain: Leveraging contact comfort with Emotionally Focused Therapy.” PLOS ONE, 8(11): e79314.

Balfour, L., Farrar, T., McGilvray, M., Wilson, D., Tasca, G. A., Spaans, J. N., Matthews, C., Maziya, L., Siphosihle Khanylie, Dalgleish, T. L., & Cameron, W. D. (2013). HIV prevention in action on the football field: The Whizzkids United Program in South Africa. AIDS and Behavior. DOI 10.1007/s10461-013-0448-6

Background

CAITLIN BLANEY, PH.D.

I have been conducting psychological assessments and providing treatment since 2015, in a variety of settings including private practice, The Ottawa Hospital, Correctional Service Canada, and hospitals in Winnipeg, Manitoba (Health Sciences Centre, St. Boniface Hospital). I have a B.Sc. with Honours in Neuroscience (2011) from Dalhousie University and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology (2021) from the University of Manitoba. My research is on the relationships between physical and mental health conditions, with a specific focus on chronic pain and anxiety.

I am in the process of completing Supervised Practice in order to register as a psychologist with the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO) with competencies in Clinical and Health Psychology. I am a member of the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA).

Publications

CAITLIN BLANEY, PH.D.

Blaney, C.*, Sommer, J.L.*, Beatie, B.E., Bilevicius, E., Kilborn, K., Chang, U., Mota, N., Sareen, J., & El-Gabalawy, R. (2021). Dissociation in the context of posttraumatic stress disorder and borderline personality disorder: An examination of self-harm and suicide attempts in a nationally representative study. Journal of Traumatic Stress. In press.

Blaney, C., Hitchon, C., Marrie, R.A., Mackenzie, C., Holens, P. & El-Gabalawy, R. (2021). Support for a non-therapist assisted Internet-based cognitive-behavioral therapy (iCBT) intervention for mental health in rheumatoid arthritis patients. Internet Interventions, 24, 100385.

Blaney, C., Sommer, J., E-Gabalawy, R., Bernstein, C., Walld, R., Hitchon, C.A., Bolton, J., Sareen, J., Patten, S., Singer, A., Lix, L., Katz, A., Fisk, J., & Marrie, R.A. (2020). Incidence and temporal trends of co-occurring personality disorder diagnoses in inflammatory bowel disease, multiple sclerosis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Epidemiology and Psychiatric Sciences, 9, e84.

Sommer, J.L., Blaney, C., & El-Gabalawy, R. (2019). A population-based examination of suicidality in comorbid generalized anxiety disorder and chronic pain. Journal of Affective Disorders, 257, 562-567.

El-Gabalawy, R., Blaney, C., Tsai, J., Sumner, J.A., & Pietrzak, R.H. (2018). Physical health conditions associated with full and subthreshold PTSD in U.S. military veterans: Results from the National Health and Resilience in Veterans Study. Journal of Affective Disorders, 227, 849-853.

El-Gabalawy, R., Patel, R., Kilborn, K., Blaney, C., Hoban, C., Ryner, L., Funk, D., Legaspi, R., Fisher, J., Duffin, J., Mikulis, D., & Mutch, W. A. C (2017). A novel stress-diathesis model to predict risk of post-operative delirium. Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience, 9, 1-15.

Blaney, C.E., Gunn, R.K., Stover, K.R. & Brown, R.E. (2013). Maternal genotype influences behavioural development of 3xTg mouse pups. Behavioural Brain Research, 252, 40-48.

Publications

Dr. Melissa Calhoun

Aubry, T., Farrell, S., Hwang, S., & Calhoun, M. (2013). Identifying the patterns of emergency shelter stays of single individuals in Canadian cities of different sizes. Housing Studies, 28(6), 910-927.

Beaulac, J., Kristjansson, E., & Calhoun, M. (2011). “Bigger than hip-hop?” Impact of a community-based physical activity program on youth living in a disadvantaged neighbourhood in Canada. Journal of Youth Studies, 14(8), 961-974.

Runnels, V., Kristjansson, E., & Calhoun, M. (2011). An investigation of adults’ everyday experiences and effects of food insecurity in an urban area in Canada. Canadian Journal of Community Mental Health, 30, 157-172.

Balfour, L., Illing, V., Calhoun, M., Bickerton, E., Tasca, G., Corace, K., et al. (2011, November). A delicate balancing act: Maintaining cystic fibrosis treatment adherence in the face of adult developmental life demands and societal stigma: Focus group findings. Poster presented at the 2011 North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference, Anaheim, California, United States of America.

Calhoun, M., & Kristjansson, E. (2010, May). Using conceptual models to understand the experience of food insecurity. Oral session presented at the Canadian Community Psychology Conference, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

Background

Dr. Melissa Calhoun

Since 2004, I have provided psychological services in different clinical settings, including private practices, community mental health clinic at the University of Ottawa, and inpatient and outpatient mental health programs at The Ottawa Hospital (General and Rehabilitation Campuses), The Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre, and The Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario. I also have extensive experience working with community groups to promote positive change, health and empowerment for individuals and communities.

Throughout my career, I have taken an active role in keeping up-to-date on the latest, evidence-based approaches to psychological assessment and treatment. I have published academic articles in peer-reviewed journals and presented widely at conferences.

I completed my B.A. in Psychology (2004) and my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology (2013) at the University of Ottawa. I am registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario with competency in Clinical, Health and Rehabilitation Psychology. I am a member of professional organizations, including the Canadian Psychological Association, Ontario Psychological Association, and Ottawa Academy of Psychology.

Background

Dr. Tracy Dalgleish

Since 2008, I have provided psychological assessment and treatment services in various settings including private practices, the Royal Ottawa Health Care Group, The Ottawa Hospital, and the Ottawa Hospital Rehabilitation Centre. I have a B.A. in Psychology (2006) from Brock University and a Ph.D. (2013) in Clinical Psychology from the University of Ottawa. I have researched couples since 2005, with a focus on couples therapy over the past eight years. I am registered as a psychologist with the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO) with competencies in Clinical and Health Psychology. I am a member of the Canadian Psychological Association, and the Ontario Psychological Association.

Background

Dr. Meagan Gallagher

Prior to joining the Integrated Wellness team, my work experience included positions as a Clinical Psychologist in the Mood and Anxiety Disorders Program and Youth Psychiatry Program at The Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre. I have worked in private practice in Ottawa at the Centre for Interpersonal Relationships (CFIR) and the Ottawa Couple and Family Institute (OCFI). I have also delivered clinical services at the Ottawa Hospital in the Regional Centre for the Treatment of Eating Disorders and in the Champlain District Regional First Episode Psychosis Programs, at the Centre for Psychological Services at the University of Ottawa, and at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre in the Adult Mental Health Program.

Publications and Presentations

Dr. Meagan Gallagher

Peer-Reviewed Articles

Gallagher, M., Tasca, G., Ritchie, K., Balfour, L., & Bissada, H. (2013). Attachment Anxiety Moderates the Relationship Between Growth in Group Cohesion and Treatment Outcomes in Group Psychodynamic Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Women with Binge Eating Disorder. Group Dynamics.

Gallagher, M., Tasca, G.A., Ritchie, K., Balfour, L., Maxwell, H. & Bissada, H. (2013). Interpersonal learning is associated with improved self esteem in group psychotherapy for women with binge eating disorder. Psychotherapy.

Tasca, G.A., Maxwell, H., Bone, M., Trinneer, A., Balfour, L., & Bissada, H. (2012). Purging disorder: Psychopathology and treatment outcomes. International Journal of Eating Disorders.

Tasca, G.A., Ramsay, T., Corace, K., Illing, V., Bone, M., Bissada, H., & Balfour, L. (2010). Modeling longitudinal data from a rolling therapy group program with membership turnover: does group culture affect individual alliance? Group Dynamics.

Tasca, G.A. & Bone, M. (2007). Individual versus group psychotherapy for eating disorders. International Journal of Group Psychotherapy, 57(3).

Professional Presentations and Workshops

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in Adolescents. Child & Youth Education Day, The Royal (Workshop presented May 2017)

#Embrace You: Screening and Panel Discussion. Invited panelist. (2017)

Women in Health Care. Invited Speaker (2017)

Mood and Anxiety Disorders. Invited Speaker to Mood Disorders Ottawa (2017)

The Royal Anxiety Disorders Program’s 4^th Annual Anxiety Disorders Seminar: Exposure Therapy across the Anxiety Spectrum Social Anxiety (October 2014)

The Royal Anxiety Disorders Program’s 3^rd Annual Anxiety Disorders Seminar: Spotlight on Social Anxiety (November 2013)

The Royal Anxiety Disorders Program’s 2^nd Annual Anxiety Disorders Seminar: Why Worry? Knowledge Update and Effective Interventions for Generalized Anxiety (November 2012)

Academic Presentations

Storey-Baker, P., Gallagher, M., & Martel, M. (April 2014). Bridges: A New Program to Address a Critical Gap for Youth in Mental Health Crisis. Paper presented at the Summit for Children and Youth Mental Health, Toronto, ON.

Davies, D., Gallagher, M., Jacobs, A., Ritchie, L., & Shlik, J. (2013). Assessment and Cognitive Behavioural Treatment of Functional Impairment in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Poster presented at the Canadian Association for Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies annual conference, Montreal, QUE.

Kelly, O.P., Bone, M., Davies, D., Moustgaard, A., Ritchie, L., & Shlik, J. (June 2011). Comparison of the Psychometric and Predictive Properties of Self-report Measures Assessing Symptom Severity and Functional Impairment in a Specialized Anxiety Disorders Program. Poster presented at the Canadian Psychological Association annual convention, Toronto, ON.

Bone, M., Jacobs, A., Davies, D., Moustgaard, A., Ritchie, L., & Shlik, J. (June 2011). A Naturalistic Study of Group Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment for Generalized Anxiety Disorder: Implications for Intolerance of Uncertainty and Comorbid Depression. Poster presented at the University of Ottawa Department of Psychiatry Academic and Research Day, Ottawa, ON.

Tasca, G.A., Maxwell, H., Bone, M., Trinneer, A., Balfour, L., & Bissada, H. (2011, June). Purging disorder: Psychopathology and treatment outcomes. Poster presented at the University of Ottawa Department of Psychiatry Academic and Research Day, Ottawa, ON.

Bone, M., Jacobs, A., Davies, D., Moustgaard, A., Ritchie, L., & Shlik, J. (May 2011). A Naturalistic Study of Group Cognitive-Behavioural Treatment for Generalized Anxiety Disorder: Implications for Intolerance of Uncertainty and Comorbid Depression. Poster presented at the Canadian Association for Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies Inaugural Conference, Toronto, ON.

Tasca, G.A., Maxwell, H., Bone, M., Trinneer, A., Balfour, L., & Bissada, H. (2010). Purging disorder: Psychopathology and treatment outcomes. Eating Disorders Research Society Meeting: Boston. Bone, M., Tasca, G.A., Balfour, L., Ritchie, K., Krysanski, V., Demidenko, N.,

Weekes, K., & Bissada, H. (2009, October). Attachment and the development of cohesion in group psychotherapy for Binge Eating Disorder. Paper presented at the Canadian Regional Meeting of the Society for Psychotherapy Research, Montreal, QUE.

Maxwell, H., Bone, M., Tasca, G., & Bissada, H. (2009). Patients assess their cohesion to the group: Reliability and validity of a revision of the cohesion questionnaire. Poster presented at the Canadian Psychological Association annual convention, Montreal, QUE.

Bone, M., Tasca, G., Trinneer, A., Krysanski, V., Demindenko, N., Balfour, L., & Bissada, H. (2009). Purging Disorder: A distinct diagnostic category among treatment seeking cases of EDNOS? Poster presented at the annual American Psychological Society convention, San Francisco, CA.

Bone, M., Davis, R., & Gomes, L. (2008). Body and affect words: Valence, cognitive specificity, and temporal change among young women. Poster presented at the XXIX International Congress of Psychology conference. Berlin, Germany.

Bone, M., Tasca, G.A., Stenton, A., Balfour, L., & Bissada, H. (2007). Purging Disorder: A Distinct Diagnostic Category among Cases of EDNOS? Canadian Psychology, 48, 403 (Abstract).

Bone, M., Davis, R., & Gomes, L. (2007). Reducing Eating and Body Image Concerns: Evaluating the Effectiveness of the Turning Points for Teens Program. Poster presented at the Canadian Psychological Association annual convention, Ottawa, ON.

Bone, M. & Davis, R. (2006). Cognitive Bias and Extreme Response Patterns in Eating Disorders and Body Dissatisfaction. Poster presented at the Canadian Psychological Association annual convention, Calgary, AB.

Bone, M., Davis, R. & McMahan, A. (2005). Valence Ratings of Body and Emotion Related Stimulus Words in Depression and Body Dissatisfaction. Poster presented at the Canadian Psychological Association annual convention, Montreal, QUE.

McMahan, A., Davis, R., Riendeau, J., Bone, M., MacDonnell, K. & Legg, C. (2005). Memory Specificity in Depression: The Effects of Self- Versus Other-Referent Focus. Poster presented at the American Psychological Society 17^th annual convention, Los Angeles, California.

Background

Marcela Olavarria Turner, M.A., C.Psych.Assoc.

I am registered as a Psychological Associate with the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO) with declared area of practice in Clinical Psychology with adults and couples. I am a member of professional organizations including the Canadian Fertility and Andrology Society (CFAS), the Ontario Psychological Association (OPA), and EMDR Canada. For the past decade, I have provided psychological assessment and treatment services in various settings, including the Centre for Interpersonal Relationships, the Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre, the Clinical Health Psychology Service at the Montfort hospital, the Clarence-Rockland Family Health Team, the Centre for Psychological Services and Research at the University of Ottawa and the Centre for Research on Educational and Community Services.

Publications

Marcela Olavarria Turner, M.A., C.Psych.Assoc.

Peer-Reviewed Publications

Beaulac, J., Olavarria, M., & Kristjansson, E. (2010). A community-based Hip-Hop dance program for youth in a disadvantaged community in Ottawa: Implementation findings. Health Promotion Practice, 11, 61S-69S.

Cherner, R., Olavarria, M., Young, M., Aubry, T., & Marchant, C (2014). “Evaluation of the Organizational Cultural Competence of a Community Health Center: A Multi-Method Approach”, Health Promotion Practice, 15, 675-684.

Gravel, E. E., Young, M., Olavarria, M., & Lee, A. M. S (2011). Ethnic
differences in sexual guilt between Anglo-Canadians and Franco-Québécois
emerging adults: The mediating roles of family and religion. Canadian
Journal of Human Sexuality, 20, 129-142.

Gravel, E. E., Young, M., Darzi, C.M., Olavarria, M., & Lee, A. M. S (2016). Premarital Sexual Debut in Emerging Adults of South Asian Descent: The Role of Parental Sexual Socialization and Sexual Attitudes. Culture & Sexuality (accepted)

Olavarria, M., Beaulac, J., Bélanger, A., Young, M., & Aubry, T. (2009). Organizational cultural competence in community health and social service organizations: How to conduct a self-assessment. Journal of Cultural Diversity.16 (4), 140-150.

Young, M & Olavarria, M. (2004). Training in clinical psychology: the multicultural challenge. Revue québecoise de psychologie, 25, 103-116.

Other Publications

Olavarria, M., Lumb, A., Aubry, T. (2013). Diversity of women engaging communities through facilitation training programs: Participatory outcome evaluation. Technical Report

Olavarria, M., Cherner, R., Aubry, T., & Young, M. (2011). Cultural competence evaluation and health equity needs assessment for work with ethni-cultural minority client at Centretown Community Health Centre. Technical Report

Olavarria, M., Beaulac, J., Bélanger, A., Aubry, T., & Young, M. (2006). Organizational cultural competence: Self-assessment tools for community health and social service organization. Technical Report

Olavarria, M., Beaulac, J., Bélanger, A., Aubry, T., & Young, M. (2005). Cultural competence and standards in human service organizations. Technical Report

Background

Heather Romanow

Since 2017, I have provided therapeutic services in a private practice setting, under the supervision of Dr. Meagan Gallagher, C.Psych. – a psychologist registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario with competency in Clinical Psychology. I have a B.A. Hons in Psychology (2009) from Carleton University and an M.Ed. (2018) in Counselling Psychology from the University of Ottawa. I have worked in various clinical settings (The Royal Ottawa Hospital’s Child Psychiatry and Mood Disorder units, The Ottawa Hospital Cancer Centre’s Psychosocial Oncology Program, The Ottawa Hospital Pain Clinic) since 2007, where I was involved in multiple research projects focusing on program evaluation, patient-oriented research, and the benefits of mindfulness and interdisciplinary approaches in chronic pain management.

Publications and Presentations

Heather Romanow

Publications

oulin, P. A., Shergill, Y., Romanow, H., Busse, J., Chambers, C., Cooper, L., Forgeron, P., Olsen Harper, A., Hudspith, M., Iorio, A., Laloo, C., Ouellette, C., Robertson, R., Smeenk, S., Stevens, B., & Stinson, J. (2018). Researching what matters to improve chronic pain care in Canada: A priority-setting partnership process to support patient-oriented research. Canadian Journal of Pain, 2(1), 191-204. doi: 10.1080/24740527.2018.1433959.

Rash, J., Poulin, P. A., Shergill, Y., Romanow, H., Freeman, J., Taljaard, M., Hebert, G., Stiell, I. G., & Smyth, C. E. (2018). Chronic pain in the emergency department: A pilot interdisciplinary program demonstrates improvements in disability, psychosocial function, and healthcare utilization. Pain Research and Management, vol. 2018, Article ID 1875967, 10 pages. doi:10.1155/2018/1875967.

Poulin, P. A., Romanow, H. C., Cheng, J., Liddy, C., Keely, E., & Smyth, C. (2018). Offering eConsult to family physicians with patients on a pain clinic wait-list: An outreach exercise. Journal for Health Care Quality, 40(5), e71-e76. doi: 10.1097/JHQ.0000000000000117.

Poulin, P. A., Nelli, J., Tremblay, S., Small, R., Caluyong, M. B., Freeman, J., Romanow, H., Stokes, Y., Carpino, T., Carson, A., Shergill, Y., Stiell, I. G., Taljaard, M., Nathan, H. & Smyth, C. E. (2016). Chronic pain in the emergency department: A pilot mixed-methods cross-sectional study examining patient characteristics and reasons for presentations. Pain Research and Management, vol. 2016, Article ID 3092391. doi: 10.1155/2016/3092391.

Poulin, P. A., Romanow, H. C., Rahbari, N., Small, R., Smyth, C. E., Hatchard, T., Solomon B. K., Song, X., Harris, C. A., Kowal, J., Nathan, H. J., & Wilson, K. (2016). The relationship between mindfulness, pain intensity, pain catastrophizing, depression, and quality of life among cancer survivors living with chronic neuropathic pain. Supportive Care in Cancer, 24(10), 4167-75. doi: 10.1007/s00520-016-3243-x.

Caluyong, M. B., Zambrana, A. F., Romanow, H. C., Nathan, H. J., Nahas, R., & Poulin, P. (2015). The relationship between mindfulness, depression, diabetes self-care, and health-related quality of life in patients with Type 2 Diabetes. Mindfulness, 6(6), 1313-1321. doi: 10.1007/s12671-015-0401-z.

Conference Presentations

Duval, A., Collins, B., Khoo, E., Romanow, H., & Poulin, P. A. (2017, November). Incidental effects of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) program on cognition among breast cancer survivors. Oral presentation, Ottawa Hospital Research Institute Research Day, Ottawa, Ontario.

Glynn, B., Brule, M., Romanow, H., Shergill, Y., Smyth, C., & Poulin, P. A. (2017, November). Understanding high frequency use of the emergency department (ED) for chronic pain patients: Results from a qualitative study exploring patient experiences and cost effective health care solutions. Poster presentation, Ottawa Hospital Research Institute Research Day, Ottawa, ON. Awarded best poster in the post-doctoral fellow category.

Kenny, S., Khoo, E., Romanow, H., Shergill, Y., Glynn, B., & Poulin, P. A. (2017, November). Mindfulness is a significant predictor of mental health-related quality of life in breast cancer survivors with neuropathic pain. Poster presentation, Ottawa Hospital Research Institute Research Day, Ottawa, ON.

Khoo, E., Hatchard, T., Mioduszewski, O., Romanow, H., Shergill, Y., Poulin, P. A., & Smith, A. (2017, November). Mindfulness based stress reduction changes the brains of breast cancer survivors. Poster presentation, Ottawa Hospital Research Institute Research Day, Ottawa, ON.

Carson, A., Khoo, E., Romanow, H., Shergill, Y., Smyth, C., and Poulin, P. A. (2017, May). Factors predicting quality of life in breast cancer survivors with chronic neuropathic pain. Poster presentation, 38th Annual Canadian Pain Society Conference, Halifax, NS.

Shergill, Y., Romanow, H., Caluyong, M., Ma, L., Nathan, H. Smyth, C., and Poulin, P. A. (2015, May). The role of mindfulness in breast cancer survivors experiencing chronic neuropathic pain. Poster presentation, 36th Annual Canadian Pain Society Conference, Charlottetown, PEI.

Caluyong, M., Small, R., Zambrana, A., Romanow, H., Nathan, H., Poulin, P. (2013, June). The role of trait mindfulness in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Poster presentation, 74^th Annual Canadian Psychological Association Convention, Quebec City, Quebec.

Poulin, P. A., Romanow, H., Kowal, J., Nathan, H. Smyth, C., Song, X., Jarvis, G., Zambrana, A., & Wilson, K. G. (2012, June). Mindfulness moderates the relationship between pain intensity and pain catastrophizing in cancer survivors with chronic neuropathic pain. Poster presentation, 73^rd Annual Canadian Psychological Association Convention, Halifax, NS.

Poulin, P. A., Romanow, H., Kowal, J., Nathan, H. Smyth, C., Song, X., Jarvis, V., Zambrana, A., & Wilson, K. (2012, April). Mindfulness moderates the relationship between pain intensity and disability in cancer survivors with chronic neuropathic pain. Poster presentation, Canadian Association for Psychosocial Oncology Conference, Vancouver, BC.

Hogan, H. C*., Kelly, O., Christie, K., Dalton, C., Peterson, M., Chong, W., Mengistu, K., & Bisserbe, J. C. (2009, August). Mood disorder program evaluation: Predictors of treatment acceptance in bipolar disorder and unipolar depression. Poster presentation, 59th Annual Canadian Psychiatric Association Conference, St. John’s, Newfoundland.

*Previous married name was Hogan.

It’s never too late
to live your best life.

WHAT WE DO

Sometimes, we get stuck…

Stuck on difficult emotions, thoughts, or behaviours – or perhaps you find yourself struggling with your relationship or struggling after a significant event that happened.

Perhaps you don’t feel stuck at all – but you don’t feel like you are living the life you want to and you know that something needs to change but you are not sure what.

What you do know is that you may not be able to do this on your own – get ‘unstuck’ – and you want to be different or have something change. We recognize how hard it must be for you to be at this place – how hard it is to change.

OUR SERVICES

What We Do

Assessment

We offer various types of assessments, which may be appropriate and beneficial to your overall care. Please contact us for more details regarding the specific types of assessment that you wish to complete.

TREATMENT

We offer services to individuals, couples, and groups, using evidence-based treatments for various presenting issues.

We use a collaborative approach and our priority is to offer you the treatment that you need to work towards wellness. We integrate various models of psychotherapy that have research and evidence to support their efficacy, and tailor these to your specific needs. and goals for treatment.

During our first meeting we will determine what your current difficulties are and your goals for psychotherapy. At the core of our work is the therapeutic relationship. We know that how you feel sitting with your therapist is essential for change. Through an authentic and respectful approach, we will work together to develop a treatment plan that will help you reach your goals. Click here for a list of common issues that may be presented for therapy.

telepsychotherapy

(secure video sessions)

In the comfort of your own space, either between meetings at the office or at home, we offer secure video sessions to access your healthcare provider.

WORKSHOPS & EVENTS

We are excited to offer informative and engaging workshops and events. Check back for more information in the coming months.

Corporate & Professional Wellness

The wellness of your employees is directly related to your organizations productivity. We offer individual or group services that are tailored to you and your organization’s needs and goals. Presentations range in length from 1 to 2 hours. We travel to your workplace to avoid additional time away from the office.

The following are some of the topics that organizations wish to address:

Insomnia
Stress Management
Coping with Burnout
Improving Communication
Managing Difficult Interpersonal Relationships
Mindfulness
Improving your Relationships at Home to Help Navigate Workplace Wellness

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CONTACT

Our People

Dr. Caitlin Blaney, C. Psych.

Psychologist (Supervised Practice)

Dr. Caitlin Blaney works with a wide range of adults, providing both assessment and treatment. She has worked with anxiety, depression, personality dysfunction, addictions, trauma, and illness. Central themes that have emerged often in her work include perceived absence of meaning/purpose, low self-esteem, loneliness, and difficulty managing change. She has particular interest in adults living with chronic physical health conditions (e.g., cancer, cardiovascular disease) and young adults in the early stages of identity development. She uses an integrative approach to therapy, including evidence-based concepts from Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and existential therapy.

Dr. Blanet works to ensure that her clients feel seen and wholly accepted, as the dynamic between therapist and client is fundamental to therapeutic success. She prioritizes collaborative synthesis between client goals and evidence-based principles of well-being (e.g., recalibrating the nervous system) to create a tailored treatment plan. Ultimately, she seeks to support desired change while promoting insight, self-acceptance, and personal autonomy.

Dr. Blaney is in Supervised Practice with the College of Psychologists of Ontario and her clinical work is supervised under Drs. Tracy Dalgleish and Meagan Gallagher.

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Dr. Caitlin Blaney, C. Psych.

Psychologist (Supervised Practice)

Dr. Blaney works with a wide range of adults, providing both assessment and treatment. She has worked with anxiety, depression, personality dysfunction, addictions, trauma, and illness. Central themes that have emerged often in her work include perceived absence of meaning/purpose, low self-esteem, loneliness, and difficulty managing change. She has particular interest in adults living with chronic physical health conditions (e.g., cancer, cardiovascular disease) and young adults in the early stages of identity development. She uses an integrative approach to therapy, including evidence-based concepts from Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and existential therapy.

Dr. Blaney works to ensure that her clients feel seen and wholly accepted, as the dynamic between therapist and client is fundamental to therapeutic success. She prioritizes collaborative synthesis between client goals and evidence-based principles of well-being (e.g., recalibrating the nervous system) to create a tailored treatment plan. Ultimately, she seeks to support desired change while promoting insight, self-acceptance, and personal autonomy.

Dr. Blaney is in Supervised Practice with the College of Psychologists of Ontario and her clinical work is supervised under Drs. Tracy Dalgleish and Meagan Gallagher.

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Dr. Melissa Calhoun, C. Psych.

LICENSED AND REGISTERED CLINICAL HEALTH REHABILITATION PSYCHOLOGIST

Dr. Melissa Calhoun provides psychological assessment and treatment services to adults who experience a wide range of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, and adjustment to life transitions.

She has a particular interest in helping clients learn to better manage and cope with acute and chronic health conditions, such as chronic pain, sleep disorders, gastrointestinal disorders (IBS, Colitis), and infectious diseases (HIV, Hepatitis C). Dr. Calhoun has helped individuals to make changes in their lifestyle, such as reducing substance use and modifying eating. She also works with adults who are adjusting to changes in their functioning, personal identity, and relationships following an accident, injury or trauma.

Dr. Calhoun’s approach to psychotherapy draws from different evidence-based therapeutic orientations, including cognitive-behavioural, acceptance and commitment, interpersonal, mindfulness-based, and motivation enhancement approaches. This background allows her to work with you in a way that is consistent with your needs and to adjust her therapeutic approach, as needed, to help you reach your specific treatment goals.

She aims to provide a safe, collaborative therapeutic space for you to share your personal history, to explore your thoughts and feelings, to better understand yourself and your relationships, to enhance your personal strengths, and to learn skills to make healthy changes in your life. Her main priorities are to ensure that you feel understood, accepted and supported as you take meaningful steps toward your best life.

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Dr. Melissa Calhoun, C. Psych.

LICENSED AND REGISTERED CLINICAL HEALTH REHABILITATION PSYCHOLOGIST

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Dr. Tracy Lynn Dalgleish, c. psych.

licensed and registered Clinical Health Psychologist

Dr. Tracy Dalgleish works primarily with people (individuals or couples) who are experiencing difficulties in their relationships, difficulties coping with emotions, with how they feel about themselves, difficulties with coping with an acute or chronic illness, and coping with interpersonal and personality-related problems. She provides psychological assessment and treatment services using evidence-based interventions – including CBT, acceptance and commitment therapy, emotionally focused therapy, mindfulness and interpersonal therapeutic modalities. Individuals who seek her services are looking for either psychotherapy or a psychological assessment.

She uses a flexible and integrative approach to working with clients, using attachment theory to inform her understanding of individuals and couples. This means that at the core, we all long to connect with others. From this, she uses different therapy approaches, combined with her warm, accepting, and empathic nature, she aims to develop a positive therapeutic relationship in which you may begin to create meaningful change.

Dr. Dalgleish also provides workshops, group therapy, and corporate wellness seminars and presentations to healthcare providers on key topics related to mental health and relationship.

Dr. Dalgleish’s extensive clinical experience has focused on treating couples. Couples may work with her when they are having difficulties with communication or connecting on an emotional or intimate level, difficulties with finances or decision-making, and other issues. This could also include issues related to sex and intimacy (e.g., low desire, sexual dysfunction). In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Dalgleish also publishes couple therapy and health related research.

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Dr. Tracy Lynn Dalgleish, c. psych.

licensed and registered Clinical Health Psychologist

Dr. Dalgleish also provides workshops, group therapy, and corporate wellness seminars and presentations to healthcare providers on key topics related to mental health and relationship.

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Dr. Meagan Gallagher, C. Psych.

LICENSED AND REGISTERED CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST

Dr. Meagan Gallagher works with adolescents, adults, couples, and families who are experiencing a range of difficulties related to mental health concerns, emotional regulation (i.e., managing your emotions), self-harming behaviour, interpersonal and relationship problems, and adjustment to major life transitions. She provides psychological assessments and treatment using evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (including Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy and Prolonged Exposure for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), Emotionally Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Systemic approaches to best meet your needs.

Dr. Gallagher has specific interests and extensive experience in the assessment and treatment of Eating Disorders and body image concerns, Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Mood Disorders, and adolescent mental health.

She works with her clients to create a trusting therapeutic relationship to help clients to explore their distressing emotions and thoughts, and to talk about difficult behaviour patterns. From the outset, she works collaboratively with her clients to understand their current difficulties, to identify goals for treatment, and build an individualized treatment plan. Through this process, she works with clients to identify negative emotional and interaction patterns that are at the root of these difficult patterns.

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Dr. Meagan Gallagher, C. Psych.

LICENSED AND REGISTERED CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST

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Marcela Olavarria Turner, M.A., C.Psych.Assoc.

Psychological Associate

Marcela provides treatment to adult, both individuals and couples, in English, French and Spanish. She works from a psychodynamic and an attachment based perspectives while using a variety of treatment approaches including Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and empirically validated treatments for trauma. Her work is also informed by close consideration to cultural dimensions that may be impacting your current concerns.

She has particular interests and clinical experience in working with clients that struggle with anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties, sexual difficulties, relationship struggles, and common life issues (e.g. stress, grief). She also has clinical experience in working with clients that require support to address difficulties related to fertility and adoption. She further supports individuals and couples to improve their emotional, physical and sexual connection. Trauma therapy is also an area of clinical interest for individuals who have faced emotional, physical or sexual abuse, or traumatic life events.

Marcela will work collaboratively with you to meet your treatment goals providing a warm, compassionate and non-judgmental environment. Her work will also aim to help you develop a new relationship with yourself with increased self-esteem, enhanced emotional skills and a sense of safety that can allow you to explore the world and engage in healthy relationships.

She has published work in journals such as the Canadian Journal of Human Sexuality, the Journal of Cultural Diversity and Health Promotion Practice.

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Marcela Olavarria Turner, M.A., C.Psych.Assoc.

Psychological Associate

She has published work in journals such as the Canadian Journal of Human Sexuality, the Journal of Cultural Diversity and Health Promotion Practice.

FAQ

How do I book an appointment?

The easiest way is to book online by clicking here. Additionally you may call 613.733.3193 and select the practitioner of your choice.

Do I need a Doctor’s referral to be seen?

No, you may self refer to the therapist of your choice. Depending on your insurance coverage, your specific insurance plan may require a physician’s referral. It’s best to speak directly to your provider before beginning treatment.

Will you consult with my other healthcare providers?

A key part of any treatment plan is to work within an interdisciplinary team, consulting with your other healthcare providers with your permission for a more comprehensive approach. This will be discussed in your first session.

What are the fees for service?

Fees and fee schedule are dependant on your specific practitioner. All fees are consistent with the Ontario Psychological Association’s suggested rates and are HST exempt.

What methods of payment to you accept?

Multiple payments methods are available depending on your specific practitioner. These include direct billing to your credit card, e-transfer, cash or cheque. Please speak to your practitioner for the specific method of payment that works best for you.

Are your services covered by insurance plans?

Psychological services with a registered Psychologist are typically covered by health insurance plans. As plans vary in coverage and referral requirements, it is best to speak to your employer or provider about the details of your plan prior to your first visit. Psychological service fees are tax deductible.

Do you offer online video therapy or tele therapy?

These services may be offered on a case by case basis. Typically this is offered after the client-practitioner relationship has already been established.

What is your cancellation policy?

We require a minimum of 24 hours notice to avoid paying for a scheduled session. Please contact your practitioner directly or log-in to your account HERE.

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We are located on the west side of Bank Street just south of Billing’s Bridge Plaza. There are two free parking spots, with a paid parking garage at Kilborn Medical Centre, just across the street at 1385 Bank Street.

301-1376 Bank Street
Ottawa, ON K1H 7Y3
T: 613.733.3193
F: 613.733.7474
info@integratedottawa.ca

Find Us

We are located on the west side of Bank Street just south of Billing’s Bridge Plaza. There are two free parking spots (Spots #23 and 24), with a paid parking garage at Kilborn Medical Centre, just across the street at 1385 Bank Street.

301-1376 Bank Street
Ottawa, ON K1H 7Y3
T: 613.733.3193
F: 613.733.7474
info@integratedottawa.ca

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Dr. Caitlin Blaney, C. Psych.

Psychologist (Supervised Practice)

Dr. Caitlin Blaney, C. Psych.

Psychologist (Supervised Practice)

Dr. Melissa Calhoun, C. Psych.

LICENSED AND REGISTERED CLINICAL HEALTH REHABILITATION PSYCHOLOGIST

Dr. Melissa Calhoun, C. Psych.

LICENSED AND REGISTERED CLINICAL HEALTH REHABILITATION PSYCHOLOGIST

Dr. Tracy Lynn Dalgleish, c. psych.

licensed and registered Clinical Health Psychologist

Dr. Tracy Lynn Dalgleish, c. psych.

licensed and registered Clinical Health Psychologist

Dr. Meagan Gallagher, C. Psych.

LICENSED AND REGISTERED CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST

Dr. Meagan Gallagher, C. Psych.

LICENSED AND REGISTERED CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST

Marcela Olavarria Turner, M.A., C.Psych.Assoc.

Psychological Associate

Marcela Olavarria Turner, M.A., C.Psych.Assoc.

Psychological Associate

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