
Hi! My Name Is Ciara...

Ciara Pember RP (Qualifying), MACP Candidate
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Graduate Student Intern
Choosing a therapist is a personal decision, and it is important to find someone you feel comfortable with. Here is a little about me to help you decide if we might be a good fit.
I am currently completing my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) at Yorkville University and am a member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). I also hold a Bachelor of Science in Medical Sciences from Brock University and a Master of Science in Biochemistry from the University of Ottawa.
My background in health sciences and community programming has reinforced my belief that every individual deserves to be understood within the context of their unique experiences, strengths, and relationships. Through supporting youth, adults, and families in my career, I have developed a growing interest in supporting neurodivergent clients.
I am looking to work with teens (16+), young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, perfectionism, stress and burnout, life transitions, self-esteem concerns, and career or academic concerns. I believe therapy is a collaborative process that helps clients better understand themselves and develop practical skills to navigate life's challenges with greater confidence, even when life feels difficult.
Grounded in a humanistic, strengths-based, and a trauma-informed approach, I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches to support each client's unique needs and goals. I strive to create a warm, thoughtful, and non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and supported as they move toward what matters most to them, at a pace that feels right for you, while fostering resilience, self-understanding, and lasting growth.
AREAS OF FOCUS:
Anxiety | Depression | Life Transitions | Perfectionism | Self-esteem | Stress and Burnout | Career and academic concerns, with an emerging interest in Neurodiversity
THEORETICAL APPROACHES:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy |
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy |
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy |
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy |
Motivational Interviewing | Mindfulness
Ciara offers In Person and Virtual Sessions for youth (16+), young adults, and adults
