Laura Palermo, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), CRPO | Registered Psychologist in Brazil (CRP 06/73934) | MACP Candidate | B.A. Psych (Hons.) | Licentiate in Psychology | CCPA Student Member
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
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356 Woodroffe Ave, Ottawa, Ontario
Suite 201
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$110
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English, Portuguese
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Virtual
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Individual Therapy, Child Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy
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Anxiety, ADHD, Giftedness, Highly Sensitive Persons (HSP), Trauma, Emotional Regulation, Self-Esteem, Perfectionism, Burnout, Life Transitions, Relationships, Parenting, Immigration & Acculturation, Belonging, Grief & Loss, Self-Criticism
“Empathy, curiosity, and respect guide my work, as I honour each person’s unique story and the meaning within it.”
About My Practice
As a MACP candidate under supervision of Yoshie Martinez, M.Ed., RP and Ana Delage, M.Ed., RP, CCC, I offer counselling for couples, families, adults, adolescents, and children (10+). I am guided by empathy, curiosity, and respect for each person’s unique story. I support people navigating life challenges, including anxiety, depression, burnout, grief, life transitions, and experiences related to neurodiversity. I provide a compassionate, safe space where you can reconnect with yourself, strengthen your relationships, and explore new possibilities for growth.
Why Seek Counselling?
Life can bring moments of uncertainty, loss, and emotional overwhelm that make us feel disconnected from ourselves and others. Counselling can provide the opportunity to pause, gain perspective, and find new ways to cope. Through a compassionate therapeutic process, you can create space for your emotions, develop self-acceptance, and cultivate a sense of balance.
Therapy is often described as a place to:
- Feel seen, heard, and validated.
- Develop tools to manage stress, anxiety and break unwanted cycles.
- Gain clarity and self-awareness in challenging situations.
- Reconnect with inner strengths and values.
My Approach
My approach is client-centred and collaborative. I am IFS-informed and integrate elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Compassion-Focused Therapy, while remaining open to incorporating other evidence-informed modalities when they best support each client’s needs. I believe that a genuine therapeutic relationship built on trust, authenticity, and collaboration provides the foundation for meaningful healing and growth.
Contact
If you are considering therapy, I invite you to reach out for a brief, free initial conversation to see whether we might be a good fit. Together, we can create a safe and supportive space for reflection, healing, and personal growth.
Email: Laura.palermo.ocp@gmail.com
List of Degrees
- 2026 - MACP Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University, Fredericton, NB (Ongoing)
- 2018 - Master’s-level coursework in Regional Development and Public Policy, UNIFACEF, Franca, SP, Brazil
- 2003 - Honours Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Pontifical Catholic University of Campinas, SP, Brazil
- 2003 - Licentiate Degree in Psychology, Pontifical Catholic University of Campinas, SP, Brazil
List of Certifications
- 2026 - Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)
- 2025 - Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) Student Member
- 2012 - Montessori Early Childhood Educator, MACTE (Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education)
- 2011 - Former member, Ontario Association of Consultants, Counsellors, Psychometrists and Psychotherapists (OACCPP)
- 2004 - Registered Psychologist, Conselho Regional de Psicologia (CRP 06/73934), SP, Brazil
List of Professional Development
- 2026 - EFCT Externship - Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, ICEEFT (International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy), USA
- 2026 (ongoing) - ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) Intensive Training Certification Program, PESI / Evergreen Certifications
- 2026 - Complete IFS Therapy Immersion: Integrating the Internal Family Systems Model Across Clinical Applications, PESI
- 2022 - Clinical EFT Tapping (Levels 1 & 2) Certification, Quantum Academy, Brazil
- 2011 - Bridge Training for Mental Health Professionals (BREM), Mennonite New Life Centre, Toronto, ON
List of Relevant Work Experience
- 2015 - Present - Psychotherapist in private practice in the state of São Paulo, Brazil (2015–2025), providing psychotherapy services to children, adolescents, and adults.
- 2004 - 2015 - L'Arche Daybreak, Richmond Hill, ON Fostered inclusive community living, supporting individuals with developmental disabilities through mutual care and collaborative daily life.
- 2011 - 2013 - Montessori Teacher, ON Facilitated child-centered environments that support autonomous decision-making, emotional regulation, and cognitive self-discipline in early childhood development.
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