Ms Julia Miller, MA

Registered Psychotherapist

Verified

“I work with a lot of women, carers and caregivers who are going through life transitions due to health issues, burnout, relationship issues or facing past traumas. I meet my clients where they are with compassion, empathy and understanding. We work together to help clarify priorities, values and goals. I offer a variety of therapeutic approaches to be able to meet each clients unique needs and contexts. ”

About Me

I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, and a member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. I completed my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University and my Master of Science in Aging and Health at Queen’s University. I use a strengths-based, person-centered, culturally responsive and trauma-informed perspective to help you achieve your best possible outcomes. My areas of focus include navigating personal growth, anxiety, chronic illness, chronic pain, depression, end-of-life, grief and loss, life transitions, relationship issues, stress and burnout in a holistic way. I make a commitment to you to provide timely, accessible, inclusive, individualized therapeutic services. I provide counselling services using a variety of approaches and will work with you to find the best fit and type of therapy to match your goals, expectations, and proposed timeline. I work collaboratively with clients to move towards resolution and healing. I offer telephone and video sessions to clients across Canada, and in-person, outdoor, and walk and talk sessions in Carleton Place and Ottawa.

Approach

I work at a pace you set, blending gentle curiosity with practical focus to uncover what matters most. Sessions in English are available in my Ottawa office or online, and I match the rhythm and homework to your day-to-day reality so that therapy fits your life. I will listen, reflect, encourage experiments between sessions, and adjust as we go—clear, steady steps rather than big leaps. This approach often suits adults and couples looking for collaborative, solution-focused and sustainable change. I integrate a variety of approaches including mindfulness based and somatic therapies.

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Ottawa, Canada

In-person & Online

Services

I am passionate about supporting individuals and couples navigating the complexities and challenges of life transitions and difficult past and present experiences. My compassionate, client-centered approach helps create a safe space where healing can begin. Whether you’re seeking to rebuild trust in a relationship, process difficult experiences, or find balance in your life, I am here to walk alongside you with empathy, expertise, and care. I make a commitment to you to provide timely, accessible, inclusive, individualized therapeutic services. I provide counselling services using a number of various approaches and will work with you to find the best fit and type of therapy to match your goals, expectations, and proposed timeline. I work collaboratively with clients to move towards resolution and healing. I offer telephone and video sessions to clients across Canada, and in-person, outdoor, and walk and talk sessions in Carleton Place and Ottawa.

Services Offered:

ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
A form of therapy that teaches acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings while guiding action aligned with personal values.
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Counselling
A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.
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Individual Psychotherapy
In-depth one-on-one therapy that explores the deeper roots of a person's difficulties, often drawing on psychodynamic or psychoanalytic models.
Mindfulness
The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.
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Somatic Psychotherapy
A form of therapy focused on the connection between mind and body, using body awareness and movement to release held tension, trauma, and emotion.
Free Consultation
A no-cost initial session to meet the therapist, discuss needs, and decide whether they are the right fit before committing.
Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
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Works With:

Adults
Couples
Elderly
Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

Alzheimer's / Dementia
A progressive brain disease that causes memory loss, confusion, and decline in thinking skills, eventually affecting the ability to carry out everyday tasks.
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Cancer Support
The psychological and emotional impact of a cancer diagnosis on the individual and their loved ones, including fear, grief, and adjustment to treatment.
Chronic Illness
A long-term health condition (e.g., diabetes, autoimmune disease, chronic pain) that persists over time and affects physical, emotional, and social well-being.
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Climate Grief
Distress, anxiety, or mourning related to environmental destruction and climate change, sometimes called eco-anxiety or ecological grief.
Depression
A mood disorder marked by persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, and changes in energy, sleep, or appetite that impair daily functioning.
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Grief, Loss & Bereavement
The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss, varying widely in duration and expression.
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Family Issues
Difficulties within the family system, including conflict, communication breakdown, blended family tensions, or intergenerational patterns, that affect individual and collective well-being.
Life Transitions
Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.
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Physical Disability
A condition that limits physical functioning, mobility, or stamina, which can carry psychological impacts including adjustment, identity, and social challenges.
Trauma
The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.
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