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OCD Therapy

Breaking the Cycle of Intrusive Thoughts

We offer evidence-based therapy to support individuals living with OCD. Our goal is to help you reduce compulsive behaviors and reclaim control over your life through healthier, sustainable coping strategies.

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Compassionate & Specialized Support for OCD

At Nova Phoenix Counselling Services, we understand that living with OCD is about much more than just "being organized." It involves intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors that can feel exhausting and isolating. We provide a safe, judgment-free space for individuals navigating OCD, focusing on helping you regain control over your life. Our approach moves away from simply managing "quirks," focusing instead on evidence-based tools that help you face uncertainty and reduce the power of obsessions.

How We Help

Understanding Obsessions

Identifying the triggers and thoughts that cause distress without giving them power.

Reducing Compulsions

Working together to break the cycle of repetitive behaviors that provide only temporary relief.

Daily Functioning

Building practical tools to improve your quality of life so OCD no longer dictates your day.
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Therapy on Your Terms: Accessible & Flexible Care

Getting support for OCD shouldn't add to your stress. We’ve removed traditional barriers to care by offering diverse therapy formats that adapt to your comfort level:
  • In-Person Sessions: Traditional, one-on-one support in a safe environment.
  • Secure Virtual Therapy: Connect from anywhere in Ontario through our private platform—perfect for those whose OCD makes leaving the house a challenge.
  • Walking Therapy: For those who find that movement helps ground them while processing difficult intrusive thoughts.

OCD Therapy: Reclaiming Your Authentic Self

We view OCD as a challenge to be managed, not a personal failure. Whether you are a parent seeking support for a child or an adult who has struggled in silence for years, we provide a space grounded in clarity and specialized expertise.
Our specialized support includes:
  • Children & Youth: We help kids and teens understand their "OCD brain" and give them the tools to boss back their intrusive thoughts, involving the whole family in the healing process.
  • Adult Support & Discovery: Specialized care for those who have spent years "masking" their rituals or intrusive thoughts. we help you process your experience with kindness and validation.
  • Family Guidance: We help families stop the cycle of "accommodation" that often keeps OCD strong, replacing confusion with clear strategies for daily life.
  • Evidence-Based Approach: We focus on proven methods like Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and CBT to help you stop the cycle of compulsions.

Support for Families & Individuals

Many families come to us feeling exhausted by the constant demands of OCD. Our psychotherapists bring deep experience in supporting OCD at all ages, focusing on:
  • Breaking the Cycle: Helping you identify and stop the rituals that keep you feeling stuck.
  • Confidence Building: Focus on your ability to handle uncertainty and discomfort.
  • Compassionate Clarity: Providing families with the understanding and support they need to thrive together.

Why Choose Nova Phoenix?

Evidence-Based Care

We use proven therapeutic methods (like ERP or CBT) tailored specifically for OCD recovery.

Symptom Management

We focus on reducing the frequency and intensity of intrusive thoughts.

Long-Term Resilience

Our focus is not just a quick fix, but giving you the strength to manage your mental health for years to come.
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Meet the Therapist

Zoe Sisson (she/her)

Zoe is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. She holds a Bachelor of Psychology with a Minor in Anthropology from Western University. Her clinical experience spans youth mental health in live-in treatment settings as well as crisis intervention across local and national services supporting both youth and adults. In these roles, she has supported individuals navigating emotional dysregulation, family conflict, and complex life experiences.
Zoe specializes in working with youth and young adults as they navigate life transitions, identity development, relationships, and emotional challenges. Her approach is trauma-informed, relational, and client-centred, integrating evidence-based modalities to support meaningful and sustainable change. She focuses on building practical skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, while fostering insight and self-understanding.
Zoe is dedicated to building strong therapeutic relationships and creating a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental environment where clients feel supported in exploring their experiences. Her background in crisis work has strengthened her ability to remain grounded, responsive, and attuned in high-intensity situations.

She recognizes that periods of transition, particularly in adolescence, can feel overwhelming, and works collaboratively with clients to meet them where they are, supporting growth at a pace that feels manageable and empowering. Zoe values therapy rooted in trust and collaboration, helping clients develop tools and insights that translate into their everyday lives.

Zoe integrates elements of the following modalities into her practice:
• Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
• Narrative Therapy

Tia Van Fleet (she/her)

Tia is a Registered Social Worker with more than 15 years of experience supporting children, youth, adults, and families. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology (minor in Indigenous Studies) and a Bachelor of Social Work. Her career spans frontline, clinical, and community-based roles, supporting individuals navigating mental health challenges, addictions, system involvement, and complex life circumstances.

A significant portion of her career has focused on children and youth in residential, treatment, and community settings, where she works closely with parents, foster and adoptive families, as well as young people impacted by attachment disruptions and complex emotional or behavioural needs. She is skilled in building trust with even the most guarded children and creating spaces where caregivers feel informed, supported, and free from judgment.

Alongside her work with children and youth, Tia brings over a decade of experience supporting adults across crisis, acute care, forensic, domestic violence, and independent practice settings. Through her work in first responder mental health roles, she has developed a strong commitment to supporting this population, grounded in firsthand understanding of frontline culture, cumulative trauma, operational stress, and the unique barriers that can make seeking support difficult.

Early in her career, Tia worked with Indigenous communities through domestic violence agencies and in public education. With several family members who are Status First Nations, this work is both professionally and personally meaningful. It has shaped her ongoing passion for supporting Indigenous individuals and families in a way that is respectful, relational, and culturally responsive.

Tia has completed formal university-level training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, with additional training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, somatic and nervous system-based approaches, attachment-focused modalities, and specialized caregiver support frameworks. She is a registered member of the Canadian Association for Play Therapy and will begin advanced play therapy training this year, further integrating play-based approaches into her child and youth work.
Drawing on experience across child and youth care, adult mental health, first responders, and culturally informed practice, Tia combines extensive clinical knowledge with a deeply relational approach. She supports individuals and families through complex challenges, offering compassionate, skilled, and culturally sensitive guidance that empowers clients to build resilience, find clarity, and move forward with confidence. Her practice is grounded in trust, respect, and evidence-informed approaches, ensuring clients feel heard, understood, and supported throughout their care.
Siobhan Kenny

Siobhan Kenny (she/her)

Siobhan is a Registered Social Worker with a Bachelor and Masters degree in Social Work. Siobhan has worked with families, individuals and children over the last 8 years. Siobhan is also a Métis individual and a mother of two children.
Siobhan is a dedicated and compassionate social worker who wants to foster change in the individuals and families she works with. She works from a client centered approach which focuses on the goals and values that you want to achieve.  She also enjoys working with children on emotional regulation, mental health and well-being, and navigating parental separation.

Siobhan is patient, non-judgmental, and extremely knowledgeable of resources that can support you and your family. Siobhan also has lived experience in managing family addiction, high conflict families, financial and housing stress, as well as loss of a parent and bereavement.

 

Siobhan utilizes CBT, DBT, solution focused and meditation strategies, just to name a few of her approaches. Siobhan is eager to help clients become their best self through empowerment and exploration of self-awareness. 

Thomas Tom

Thomas Tom (he/his)

Thomas is a Registered Social Worker. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and a Master of Social Work from Christ University in Bangalore, India. After moving to Canada as a student, Thomas completed post-graduate programs in Community and Social Service Management at Conestoga College and in Autism and Behavioural Science at Niagara College.

Thomas is a dedicated and compassionate social worker, deeply committed to creating positive change in the lives of the individuals and families he serves. With over four years of experience, Thomas has worked with individuals, couples, youth, and families in a variety of community and mental health settings, including hospitals, group homes, and addiction centers. He is skilled in several therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Informed Care, and Crisis Intervention.

Thomas has a particular interest in working with South Asian men, individuals who have immigrated to Canada for studies and work, and those navigating the complexities of cultural identity. Having personally experienced the challenges of transitioning to a new country, he understands the unique struggles faced by immigrants and is passionate about supporting them in overcoming these obstacles.

In addition to his professional expertise, Thomas is fluent in English and Malayalam, and has the ability to communicate in Hindi, Tamil, and Kannada. His multicultural background and linguistic abilities allow him to connect with a diverse range of clients, ensuring that they feel seen, heard, and supported in their therapeutic journey.

Thomas also recognizes the importance of spirituality and cultural practices in individuals' well-being. He values the integration of cultural and spiritual aspects in therapy, which helps clients find meaning, strength, and resilience as they work through their challenges.

Tsarina Smith

Tsarina Smith (she/her)

Tsarina is pursuing her Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. She has her bachelors of honours in Sociology with a minor in women and gender studies.
For the past 7 years, Tsarina has been working with those experiencing homelessness in Hamilton, ON. During this time, she became familiar with the large gaps that exist within the system and decided to further her education to further support those in need. This work has created a solid foundation for Tsarina, where she has built skills working with those in crisis, experiencing complex situations as a result of situations outside of one’s control.

Tsarina has experience working with those struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, identity concerns, systemic injustices, and criminally involved individuals.

Tsarina strives to practice from anti-oppressive, non-judgemental, compassionate, and trauma-informed framework. Her hope is to continue to provide safe spaces in which people are able to feel empowered to improve themselves and the world around them.

Tsarina has begun some training in CBT and DBT. She has an eclectic approach including aspects of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Person-centered Therapy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does OCD therapy look like at Nova Phoenix?

Our approach is grounded in evidence-based treatments like Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). We work collaboratively to identify your specific triggers and compulsions, then create a gradual, safe plan to help you face intrusive thoughts without needing to perform rituals. The goal is to reduce the power OCD has over your daily life.

Can I get help for "Pure O" or intrusive thoughts without physical compulsions?

Absolutely. Many people experience "Pure O," where the compulsions are mental (such as ruminating, checking memories, or seeking reassurance) rather than physical. Our therapists are trained to recognize these internal patterns and provide the same high-quality, specialized support to help you find relief from distressing mental loops.

Is OCD therapy appropriate for children and teens?

Yes. OCD often appears in childhood or adolescence. We use age-appropriate strategies to help young people understand their "OCD brain" and teach them how to "boss back" their intrusive thoughts. We also work closely with parents to ensure the home environment supports the child’s progress without accidentally reinforcing the OCD cycle.

How long does it take to see results from OCD therapy?

Because OCD varies significantly from person to person, there is no fixed timeline. However, many clients begin to feel a sense of relief and increased control within a few months of consistent, focused therapy. We pace the sessions to your comfort level, ensuring you feel supported as you take each step toward recovery.

I feel ashamed of my intrusive thoughts; will my therapist judge me?

Not at all. Intrusive thoughts are a symptom of OCD and do not reflect your character, values, or intentions. Our clinicians provide a strictly judgment-free space. We have heard it all—from contamination fears to taboo or disturbing thoughts—and our only focus is on helping you understand that these are just "glitches" in the brain's alarm system.

Ready to break free from the cycle of OCD?

Take the first step toward a calmer, more manageable life. Our team is here to walk with you through the process of recovery and reclamation.

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Our Locations

Nova Phoenix Counselling Services

148 1/2 Welland Avenue, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2R 2N6

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Nova Phoenix Counselling Services

5679 Main Street, Niagara Falls, Ontario, L2G 5Z3

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Nova Phoenix Counselling Services

70 Seventh Street, Welland, Ontario, L3B 5B7

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Nova Phoenix Counselling Services

203-1038 Garner Road West, Ancaster, Ontario, L9G 3K9

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Nova Phoenix Counselling Services

 136 Gilmore Rd, Fort Erie, ON L2A 2M2, Canada

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Nova Phoenix Counselling Services

534 Brant St, Burlington, ON L7R 2G8, Canada

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Nova Phoenix Counselling Services

430 Hazeldean Road, Suite 227, Ottawa, ON K2L 1T9, Canada

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