We are currently accepting clients age ten and above seeking services with a Psychotherapist or an Intern in Counselling Psychology in English.
We currently have openings for families and individuals with a Social Worker in French.

Dr. Rebecca Nemiroff (She/Her)
Psychologist
Dr. Nemiroff offers psychological services to adults, adolescents, children aged 10 and over, and families in English. She completed her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at the University of  Ottawa and is a registered psychologist with the Ordre des  psychologues du Quebec and the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. Therapy and assessment services are confidential and are reimbursed by most private insurance plans. 
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Dr. Nemiroff provides services in an empathic and non-judgemental environment.  She works with individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, bereavement, post-traumatic stress disorder and other trauma-related difficulties,  dissociative disorders, and neurodivergent individuals. She works with parents to help understand and improve emotional and behavioural difficulties with their children, and helping both children and adults adjust to separation and divorce. 

​Dr. Nemiroff takes an integrative approach to psychotherapy, combining elements of cognitive-behavioural, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based, experiential, and emotion-focused treatment strategies. For Dr. Nemiroff, therapy means working with people to help them learn new approaches to problems in living, to better cope with difficult emotions, to form healthy and meaningful relationships with other people, and to pursue the things that are most important to them. Therapy is a collaborative process, a partnership between client and therapist to empower clients to work towards their own healing and mental health. Dr. Nemiroff has a strong commitment to social justice in her work and in her life.
Dr. Karen Gobeil (She/Her)
​Psychologist
​Dr. Gobeil offers psychological services to children, adolescents, and families in English and French. She completed her doctorate in clinical psychology (Psy.D.) at the Université du Québec en Outaouais. Her doctoral research focused on weight and bullying in adolescents. She completed three years of internship working with children, adolescents and families, two of them working for local school boards. She has provided psychotherapy and counselling, mostly for difficulties related to anxiety, ADHD, learning problems, mood or relationships. Her therapeutic practice is generally cognitive-behavioural and inspired by solution-focused brief therapy. Creating positive moments, self-acceptance, compassion and using strengths are some of her priorities in therapy. 

Please note the Dr. Gobeil is not accepting any new clients at this time
Dr. Maxime Dorville (He/Him)
Psychologist
Dr. Dorville offers individual psychological services to adults and adolescents aged 16 and older in English and French. He completed his doctorate in clinical psychology at the University of Ottawa, writing his dissertation on the subject of motivation and pro-environmental behaviors. During his training, he has had the opportunity to work with adolescents and adults. He has provided psychotherapy and assessment services for diverse difficulties including anxiety, mood difficulties, and post-traumatic stress. His therapeutic practice is generally cognitive-behavioral but he also had experience with other therapeutic approaches that have included mindfulness and experiential components. ​
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Holly Johnston (She/Her)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Holly Johnston offers individual counselling services to to adults, adolescents, and children aged 10 and over in English. Holly will be providing services from our satellite office in Ottawa as of May, 2025.

Holly is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. She holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Laurentian University. She is passionate about working with individuals from all walks of life in empathetic and non-judgmental environment. Holly aims to create a supportive space where clients feel heard and understood as they work through their challenges.

Holly uses evidence-based approaches to help individuals navigate a variety of mental health concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, and coping with difficult life events. Holly focuses on her client's unique needs and experiences, emphasizing empathy and unconditional positive regard to foster personal growth and self-discovery. She uses interventions to help clients identify and build on their existing strengths and resources to create positive change, to enhance motivation and commitment to change, and to develop effective strategies for managing challenges and achieving their goals.

Holly believes that therapy is a collaborative process and is dedicated to working alongside her clients as they explore concerns, uncover insights, and develop strategies that empower them to lead more fulfilling lives. Whether they are seeking help for a specific issue or want a safe space to explore their thoughts and feelings, Holly is eager to support her clients on their paths to healing and growth and assisting them in achieving their mental health goals.
Thilan Galvier (She/Her)​
Social Worker
Thilan Galvier, social worker, offers psychosocial services to adults, children, adolescents and families in French. Click here for her full biography (in French only).
Valérie Apatout (She/ Her)
Social Worker
Valérie Apatout, social worker, offers psychosocial services to adults in French. Click here for her full biography (in French only).
Kira Baskerville (She/Her)
Intern in Counselling Psychology
Kira Baskerville provides individual counselling services to children ages 10 years and up,
adolescents, and adults in English. She is currently completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Early Learning & Community Development from Algonquin College, a Diploma in Early Childhood Education from Heritage College, and a certification as a Forest and Nature Practitioner through the Child & Nature Alliance of Canada.
 
Kira helps her clients navigate life’s challenges through a gentle, empathetic, and supportive approach that draws from a variety of therapeutic models and theories, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Mindfulness, Narrative, Solution-Focused and Strengths-Based. She thoughtfully tailors her approach to best support individual client needs. In her practice, Kira believes that creating a calm and serene environment can      encourage healing to occur organically.
 
Kira is ready to accompany her clients as they navigate a variety of obstacles towards optimal mental health, including but not limited to, parenting and family challenges, caregiver fatigue, relationship struggles, self-esteem, burnout, anxiety, depression, health challenges, and coping with difficult life events. She is skilled at becoming closely attuned to her client’s unique needs and strengths, helping to pave the way forward by developing an optimally tailored therapy treatment plan. Kira believes in the individual’s inner strength, wisdom and resilience, and her approach assists clients in uncovering these resources to achieve meaningful growth through carefully selected activities and interventions – including play, because no one is too old for play!
Kim Lavigne (She/Her)
​Intern in Counselling Psychology
Kim Lavigne offers individual counselling services to adults aged 18 and over in English. She is currently completing her Master of Arts in Counselling and Spirituality at Saint Paul University in Ottawa, where she also earned her Bachelor of Arts in Counselling and Spirituality. 

​Kim is passionate about supporting individuals through life’s challenges in a compassionate, nonjudgmental, and inclusive environment. She recognizes the courage it takes to seek support and strives to create a safe, collaborative space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered in their healing journey. 
Kim uses a client-centered, trauma-informed and integrative approach drawing from a variety of therapeutic models and techniques to best meet each client's unique needs, goals, and values. Her work is grounded in empathy, respect, and a belief in each person’s inherent capacity for growth and transformation. She supports clients as they explore a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, stress, life transitions, self-worth, grief, spirituality and meaning-making and others. 

Kim views counselling as a holistic and relational process. She is committed to empathetically walking alongside her clients with care and curiosity as they deepen their self-awareness, build resilience and work toward living more authentic and fulfilling lives. 

Alfred
Service Dog

​Hi, my name is Alfred and I am a working member of the Aylmer Mental Health team. I am a 31 pound, 3-year-old hypoallergenic Golden Doodle and I am a fully trained working service dog.

I know it is difficult because I am so cute, but when I have my vest on, please ignore me, and do not pet me or call my name because it may distract me from my work.  If you have any concerns about interacting with me, please let my human, Kim, or the the administrative assistant know, and arrangements will be made so that you feel comfortable. 

-Alfred

P.S. Please forgive me if I bark, it can happen sometimes, even though I try so hard not to.
​Grace Richards (She/Her)
Administrative Assistant
Grace Richards is our administrative assistant. She is an second year undergraduate student of Humanities and Religion at Carleton University.