Address:
Ice House, Carleton University
Sport Medicine & Physiotherapy:
Sport Med: (613) 520-3510
Medical Team of:
Natasza is a bilingual (French/English) Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and holds a Master of Education in Counselling from the University of New Brunswick as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Bachelor of Sciences in Health Sciences from Boston University.
She has experience working with adolescents and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, stress management, low self-esteem, self-criticism, and interpersonal relationship issues. As a coach and former elite athlete who played ice hockey for Team Canada, NCAA Division 1, and professionally both overseas and in North America, she is passionate about supporting athletes with performance, mental health, and transitioning out of sport.
Natasza prioritizes creating a collaborative and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their experiences openly and authentically. Grounded in empathy and respect, she strives to tailor each session to the unique needs and preferences of the client. Natasza’s approach integrates evidence-based strategies, focusing on building upon the client’s strengths and cultivating the necessary skills and strategies to empower clients to navigate life’s challenges with confidence.
Natasza is a member of The College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO, ID: 15350) and a Professional Member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA member ID: 11252142).
Specialties
Anxiety
Perfectionism
Low Self-Esteem and Self-Criticism
Depression
Athlete Mental Health and Performance
Interpersonal conflicts
Life transitions
School Issues
Stress Management
Autism
ADHD
Treatment Approaches
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Solution-Focused Therapy (SFBT)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Age
Adolescents
Adults
My availability: I provide in-person and virtual services
My languages: English and French
My Education
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Boston University
Bachelor of Sciences in Health Sciences from Boston University (Cum Laude)
Master of Education in Counselling from the University of New Brunswick
My master’s research focused on the experiences of elite athletes transitioning into life after sport following the end of their collegiate careers to better understand how they navigate the challenges and opportunities that arise during this period of change.