​ ABOUT THE TAVI CENTRE

Sometimes in life we feel stuck.  We may feel depressed, anxious, helpless, afraid or alone. At The TAVI Centre for Integrated Mental Health + Wellness, we  believe that the process of exploring and making sense of our thoughts, feelings, beliefs and behaviours, leads to positive change and greater freedom.  

The TAVI approach to therapy is supportive and collaborative. As experienced and certified psychotherapy and counselling professionals the TAVI Centre is able to provide a safe and private setting in which we can work to understand and address real-life difficulties that cause depression, anxiety, problems with self-esteem as well as  relationship and professional challenges.

WHAT'S IN A NAME?

 The TAVI centre was named with intention. We believe that just like the African proverb "it TAkes a VIllage to raise a child", the same applies to supporting mental health in the community. With over two decades of experience in counselling and psychotherapy, The Tavi Centre is made up of a group of highly trained and accredited mental health, counselling, coaching and guidance professionals who can help you reach your life and mental health goals. ​

THE TAVI TEAM

Lise Rowell, Psychotherapist - BA, MA, OPQ, RP 
In my private practice I  provide psychotherapy for individual adults and adolescents. Drawing on my education, clinical training and varied work and life experience I am able to respond to your need for short or long-term therapy, in which we work to:

• Identify the changes you want to achieve in your life and relationships
• Explore experiences and feelings from your past that keep you from living a healthy present
• Gain deeper insight into your needs, choices, beliefs, emotions, and behaviours

• Address and change habits, patterns or addictions that don't support a healthy lifestyle
• Develop tools, effective skills and pathways to help you move toward emotional wholeness   

Therapeutic Approach
I work from a psychodynamic self psychological intersubjective stance. I am a trained EMDR practitioner.
Concerns & Issues I Help With:
Addictions + Compulsion, Anger, Anxiety, Adolescent Issues, Depression, ​Communication Problems, Emotional Abuse, Family Problems, Loss, Grief & Bereavement, Identity Issues, Irritability, Isolation, Loneliness, Parenting, Post Traumatic Stress, Trauma, Relationships, Self-Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Shame, Stress, Trust Issues, Work, Issues, Worry

​Education + Qualifications

• Masters degree in counselling from the University of Ottawa/Saint Paul University
• Permit from the Ordre des Psychologues du Quebec to practice Psychotherapy in Quebec
• Licensed by the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario 
• EMDR Trained 

Member

• International Association for Psychoanalytic Self Psychology (IAPSP)
• Groupe d’étude sur l’intersubjectivité (GEI)

Tessa Bourdon - Psychotherapist - BA, MACP, RP (Qualifying) ​

Navigating mental health can be overwhelming. I'm here to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to express yourself, explore, and grow.

 My approach is empathetic, inclusive, collaborative, and focused on helping you achieve your goals. I take a psychodynamic approach using therapeutic tools drawn from attachment theory, EFT, CBT, and mindfulness. Whether it's anxiety, depression, relationship challenges or other issues you're facing, I'm here to listen and help you with goal setting, tackling challenges, and developing coping strategies. Let's begin your journey toward resiliency and health together.
With an approach centered on openness and collaboration, my aim is to create a warm and secure environment for you. This facilitates a process of self-discovery, enabling a deeper understanding of the underlying challenges you may be facing. Simultaneously, we'll work on refining day-to-day skills such as communication and emotional awareness.
I invite you to reach out for a free initial consultation session to find out more about my practice and how we can work together to help you face your challenges and embrace growth!

​Education + Qualifications

• Masters degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University
• Licensed by the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
•  Trained in Gottman Method

Member

• SMART recovery addictions counselling