Experienced Psychologists in Ottawa
About Us
A multidisciplinary team united by a shared commitment to excellence, compassion, and lifelong learning.
Our Story
Anchor Psychological Services was founded in 2013 by two 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 disorders, eating disorders, neurodiversity, learning issues, and emotion-focused family-based intervention.
Anchor has grown over the years to include psychologists, dietitians, and a Learning and Mental Health Consultant as well as a strong administrative team to support them and their clients. We service the general public with a variety of services and also provide training and consultation to mental health professionals and public agencies. We are known in our community and beyond for our consistently exceptional care and commitment to those with whom we work.
Our Team
Led by Dr. Henderson and Dr. Mayman, Anchor’s team is unique in the Ottawa area in that all assessments and psychotherapy is delivered by highly trained psychologists. They work in collaboration with Anchor’s registered dietitians and a doctoral level Learning and Mental Health Consultant. We are a group of professionals with different areas of interest, who share a commitment to the provision of excellent, compassionate, individualized care and ongoing learning. We prioritize building strong client-clinician relationships and believe in the strength of individuals and families. We function as a true team, providing consultation and support to each other and shared care of clients when appropriate.
Meet Our Team Members
Our Space
At Anchor, we believe that the physical environment helps clients feel comfortable when seeking support. We have thoughtfully created spaces where children, youth, adults and families can feel that they belong, and have a private, soothing space to access the care they need. Anchor is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and beautiful environment.