Work with me

Reaching out can feel like a big step, especially when you're not sure what to expect. My hope is to make the process feel as straightforward and comfortable as possible.

Ask whatever you need to ask, and take the time you need to decide whether working together feels right. Reaching out doesn't commit you to anything.

Get in touch

Email me with questions about counselling or how I work. If you'd like to explore working together, I'll let you know what may be possible.

Email Me

[email protected]

Free counselling through the Society

My practicum is through Free Counselling Society Canada, a registered not-for-profit offering free counselling to anyone in Canada. You can request counselling through the Society's online form. It isn't possible to request me directly there.

Visit the Society's Website

Professional status

Janessa Yellowbird, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

I'm a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO registration #23728), and I'm completing my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. My practicum is through Free Counselling Society Canada. I practise within my current scope of training and experience.

As I continue my education and professional development, my practice and areas of training will continue to grow.

Common questions

What happens during a first session?

We'll spend some time getting to know each other, talking about what brought you to counselling, and exploring what you'd like support with. There's no expectation that you have everything figured out.

Is everything we talk about confidential?

Counselling is generally confidential, with some legal and professional exceptions that I'll explain as part of the counselling process.