Ottawa Psychologists
Anchor Psychological Services
At Anchor Psychological Services, our team of Ottawa psychologists and allied professionals provides compassionate and evidence-based care for individuals and families across the lifespan, to help our community grow, heal, and thrive. Our training hub, Anchor Training Centre, offers interactive learning for professionals delivered by highly experienced trainers to help mental health providers deliver quality care.
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Our Mission
Empowering Growth Through Knowledge and Compassion
At Anchor, our mission is to foster the growth and development of our clients by offering the highest quality care from empathic, experienced professionals. We believe in basing our assessment and intervention services on evidence, and tailoring our approaches to fit the unique needs of those we serve. We are committed to celebrating diversity and offering support that respects and affirms individual differences. We are passionate about sharing our knowledge to help professionals unlock their potential and achieve excellence through expert training offered regionally and internationally.
Our Services
Evidence-Based Care from Ottawa Psychologists
Assessments
Comprehensive psychoeducational, autism, ADHD, and psychodiagnostic assessments to provide clarity, insight, and direction through a strengths-based approach.
Treatments
Personalized, evidence-based treatment beginning with a thorough assessment to understand your needs and guide effective care for you and your family.
Current Groups & Workshops
Browse our groups and workshops supporting children, youth, and parents. Facilitated by dynamic, engaging, and compassionate members of our team, and offered both in-person and online.
Eating Disorder Services
Evidence-based eating disorder assessment and treatment for individuals and families through a trauma-informed, neurodivergent-affirming, Health at Every Size approach.
Neurodivergent Affirming Services
Neurodivergent-affirming care that helps individuals and families understand neurodivergence, build on strengths, and thrive authentically in a neurotypical world.
Dietitian Services
Inclusive, Health at Every Size (HAES) dietitian services offering compassionate support to help individuals and families build positive relationships with food and their bodies.
Professional Consultation / Mentorship
Consultation and supervision for health professionals, fostering growth and confidence through collaborative, non-judgemental guidance.
Professional Workshops / Courses
Dynamic, experiential training for healthcare professionals and educators, designed to inspire growth and deliver engaging, high-impact learning in person or online.
EFFT/EFT-F Services
Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT/EFT-F) helps individuals and families better understand, process, and regulate emotions, thereby reducing avoidance and unhealthy coping to foster emotional resilience.
Life's roughest storms prove the strength of our anchors.
About Us
The Origins of Anchor Psychological Services
Anchor Psychological Services was founded in 2013 by two Ottawa psychologists: Drs. Katherine Henderson and Shari Mayman. Having worked together in the hospital system with children, youth, and families, Dr. Mayman and Dr. Henderson wanted to bring services into the community that would extend to adults, and include caregivers across the lifespan. Their focus was on bringing together a team of professionals to provide excellent, evidence-based, compassionate care across a wide range of problems and populations, and to become a hub of assessment, treatment, and training in the specific areas of anxiety and mood disorder, eating disorders, neurodiversity, learning issues, and emotion-focused family-based intervention.
Everyone is Welcome Here
Our practice is a safe and affirming space for individuals of all races, ethnicities, cultures, spiritualities, genders, sexual orientations, and members of the 2SLGBTQAI+ community, as well as diverse family structures, abilities, neurodiversities, and body sizes. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences, and we honour the unique identities, strengths, and stories that each person brings. At Anchor, we are dedicated to continuously learning from diverse voices and perspectives, and to helping our clients feel seen and respected.
Land Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that our work at Anchor takes place on the unceded, traditional territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe Nation. For countless generations, the Algonquin people have lived, cared for, and gathered on this land, which includes the Ottawa River watershed. We honour their ongoing relationship with this land and commit to fostering healing, respect, and understanding in our work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get Clarity Before You Begin
We believe in transparency and comfort from the very first step. Explore answers to frequently asked questions about how we work and what you can expect at Anchor.
How do I book a first appointment?
Please reach out to our administrative team. They can be reached in three ways: by phone at 613-722-7373, by email at admin@anchorpsychology.ca, or by completing the contact form on this website. Our team will gather some information about your concerns, let you know how long the wait will be, and will reach out to book appointments with the appropriate practitioner.
Do you offer in person and/or virtual appointments?
We offer both in person and virtual appointments at Anchor Psychological Services. During your initial meeting with your clinician, together you will decide which format will best suit your needs. All dietitian services are currently virtual.
Will my insurance cover your services?
Many private extended health insurance plans cover meetings with registered psychologists, clinicians supervised by registered psychologists, as well as dietitians. If you are unsure about your coverage, contact your insurance provider to ask about details of your coverage.
Are your services neurodivergent affirming?
Our team at Anchor is committed to providing neurodivergent-affirming care. When working with neurodivergent individuals, our aim is to build on their strengths and help them thrive as themselves in a neurotypical world.
Do you have a Health at Every Size approach?
At Anchor we are committed to providing safe, inclusive, Health at Every Size (HAES) treatment across therapy and dietitian services.
How do I know if therapy will feel safe for me?
Safety at Anchor means being able to show up as yourself without fear of judgement. We actively work to create an environment that affirms all gender, sexual, racial, and cultural identities. We also provide a body positive zone, welcoming all shapes, sizes and abilities.
What is a psychologist?
A psychologist is a highly trained mental health professional who helps people understand and manage their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. All psychologists at Anchor have completed a doctoral degree followed by supervised clinical experience and rigorous licensing requirements set by The College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. They are qualified to assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of mental health concerns using evidence-based approaches to support well-being and personal growth.
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Anchor Associations and Certifications
We are committed to high standards and professional development. Members of our team carry these certifications and memberships.
