Clara Panarella -

Clara Panarella

Clara Panarella, M.Ed.

Registered Psychotherapist

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Office Hours + Location

Ottawa East (Vanier)

Tuesday and Wednesday (day and evening)

Wheelchair Accessible Office

Practice Areas

Individual, Couple and Family Therapy

Relationship difficulties
GLBT couple counselling
Blended families
Parenting and adolescent issues
Addictions and compulsive behaviours (alcohol, drugs, internet/gaming, gambling,shopping)
Women issues, body image, eating disorders
Sexual health
Immigration and settlement challenges
Cross-cultural adjustments
Parenting in a new culture
Depression and anxiety
Life transitions (changes in employment, military family move, grief, divorce)
Consultations for concerned family members

Professional Memberships

Ontario Association of Consultants, Counsellors, Psychometrists and Psychotherapists (www.oaccpp.ca)

Education + Training

M.Ed. (Counselling), University of Ottawa, 1993
B.A. Hons. Psychology, Carleton University, 1988
Addictions Counselling Certificate, Algonquin College, 1990
Alternate Dispute Resolution, University of Windsor, 1999

Approach

I am a professional with many years of experience working with individuals, couples and families. My approach is holistic and client-centered.

In therapy, I address the person, their daily challenges, and their environment. My goal is to assist clients in laying a foundation for healthy, long-term lifestyle changes. I build on the strengths of the person, and believe on the individual’s capacity to change.

“I am under the supervision of Dr. Martin Rovers (marriagetherapistsottawa.ca)- Ontario Registered Psychologist, for the ongoing development of my professional and ethical competence and for psychological services to my clients. The receipt you will receive will be in the name of Dr. Martin Rovers and the counselling services will be provided by me. I consult with my supervisor regarding my clients on monthly basis.”