The counsellors at the OPC honour the spirituality of every person, whether they are Christian, religious, spiritual, agnostic or atheist.

Frequently Asked Questions

Pastoral Counselling means that, as psychotherapists, we recognize people as spiritual, meaning-making beings and we are aware of this dimension in their lives.

No, it doesn’t mean this at all. We honour the spiritual nature of every person whether they are religious, spiritual, agnostic or atheist.

Not necessarily; if this is a meaningful part of your life, we can do so.

Yes, all of our offices provide accessibility.

The length of time or number of sessions will depend on the issues that you bring. Some issues may be resolved fairly quickly, while others may take longer.

Yes we are.

We charge a fee for our services. Our services may be covered by extended healthcare benefits or insurance. Please check with you benefits plan or insurance provider to see if therapy is covered. Fees will be set during the initial intake process.

The Ottawa Pastoral Counselling Centre is also an Employee Assistance Plan provider for a number of organizations. Please check with your Human Resources Department about your coverage and benefits.