Tara

Miss Tara McRae

Registered Social Worker

“An experienced and thoughtful Social Worker, Psychotherapist who will provide a gentle, evidence based approach and ensure that progress is at the forefront!”

About Me

I offer a gentle, evidence-based space. Here, we can thoughtfully explore your experiences and develop new coping tools. My approach combines warmth with practical, proven methods, ensuring a pace tailored to your needs. This supportive environment is ideal for those seeking steady, tangible progress in navigating life's challenges.

Approach

Progress guides each step: sessions move at a careful pace that balances practical skill-building with space to reflect on what feels most important to you. I meet adults and couples from Acton, Ontario and online in English, creating predictable structure while staying flexible to each week’s needs. Together we try targeted tools for anxiety, mood shifts, sensory or developmental differences and trauma recovery, often with small between-session practices and brief check-ins to reinforce gains. This approach suits those looking for steady, measurable progress.
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Basic Information

Services

Services Offered:

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    Clinical Supervision

    Professional oversight and reflective practice for clinical practitioners, ensuring quality of care and supporting ongoing development.

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    Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

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    Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

    Learn more about Individual Therapy

Works With:

  • •Adults
  • •Couples

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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    Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

    Learn more about Anxiety
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    Autism (ASD)

    A neurodevelopmental condition affecting social communication, sensory processing, and behaviour patterns, with a wide range of presentations and strengths.

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    Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

    Learn more about Mood Disorder
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    Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

    Learn more about Stress / Burnout
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    Trauma Therapy

    Therapeutic approaches specifically designed to help people process and recover from traumatic experiences.

    Learn more about Trauma Therapy
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    Young Adult Issues

    The unique psychological challenges of emerging adulthood (18–25), including identity formation, independence, relationship navigation, and finding direction.

    Learn more about Young Adult Issues

Professional Title:

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    Registered Social Worker

    A social worker registered with a regulatory body to provide social work services including therapy and case management.

Qualifications

University of Ottawa

Registrations

Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers

Social Worker

Service Area

Tara McRae

In-person & Online

Ottawa

Acton, Ontario

Canada

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