ONLINE & IN-PERSON THERAPY IN OTTAWA, ONTARIO

Amancia Young

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Welcome, I’m Amancia Young, a trauma-informed counsellor-in-training in Ottawa supporting adults navigating Immigration experiences, culture shock, trauma, identity struggles, burnout, and major life transitions. My practice is especially welcoming to immigrants, newcomers, first-
generation professionals, and individuals who appear “strong on the outside” but feel overwhelmed internally.

In our work together, we'll use approaches that work best for you personally, to help you understand your story, regulate your nervous system, and build a future with intention and confidence. My lived experience across cultures and institutions allows me to meet you with humility, warmth, and deep understanding.

Whether you’re healing from past wounds, redefining your relationships, or rebuilding your life, I'm here to support you along the way.

Available Online & In-Person
Individuals (17+)
English

Reduced-Free Sessions Available (Contact us to Learn More)

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My Focus Areas

Immigrant Experiences

Culture Shock

Anxiety

Depression

Loneliness

Overwhelm

Trauma

Complex PTSD

Grief & Loss

Post-Partum Depression

Burnout

Modalities

Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy

Narrative Exposure Therapy
Interpersonal therapy
Emotion-Focused Therapy

Psychodynamic Therapy,
Person-Centred Therapy,

What's It Like To Work With Me?

Working with me means having a space where you can slow down, feel grounded, and know that you don’t have to carry everything alone. I offer a steady, warm presence and hold space gently but with intention, supporting you in tuning into your body, your emotions, and the stories that have shaped you. Together, we’ll make sense of experiences at a pace that feels supportive rather than overwhelming.

I listen closely not only to what you say, but also to what shows up in your nervous system, patterns, and relationships. My approach is collaborative and relational, meaning I’m not here to judge, fix, or direct your life! Instead, I walk alongside you as we explore what’s been influencing your present and what you’d like to shift moving forward.

If you’re looking for a therapist who…

Brings a trauma-informed, nervous-system-aware approach
Integrates reflection with practical, real-world tools
Values collaboration, curiosity, and emotional depth
Works with cultural sensitivity informed by lived experience
Believes deeply in your resilience and capacity for change

…then we might be a good fit!

In our work together, you can expect a balance of insight and action, emotional depth and grounding practices. I bring honesty, compassion, and care shaped by my own experiences as an immigrant, a survivor, and someone who has rebuilt her life more than once. My hope is that therapy becomes a place where you feel safe, empowered, and increasingly aligned with the person you’re becoming.

Outside Of Work...

Outside the therapy room, I strongly believe in living a life that feels nourishing and fun. You’ll
often find me in the pool. Swimming is my happy place and the closest thing I have to
meditation. When I’m not in the water, I’m probably planning my next trip. I love discovering
new cities, new foods, and new ways people create meaning in the world.

I’m also that friend who loves hosting dinners. Give me good music, a table full of food, and my
favourite people, and I’m in my element. Laughter, storytelling, and community fill my cup in a
way nothing else quite does.

When time permits, I volunteer with youth programs. Supporting young people energizes me,
and it’s one of the ways I stay connected to purpose and community.

These moments, movement, travel, connection, and giving back, keep me energized and joyful,
and I bring that same steady, playful, human energy into my work with clients.

My Favourite Quote:

“Today is the youngest version you will ever be.” -Unknown

This quote is a gentle reminder that now is your moment of greatest potential. It encourages you

to see today as a new version of yourself, full of possibility, energy, and room to grow. It shifts
focus from what has passed or what feels delayed and draws your attention to the power of the
present.

No matter your age, circumstances, or history, today is your starting point. It’s an
invitation to take risks, dream boldly, and make choices your future self will thank you for. It’s
hope distilled into one simple truth, you’re not too late; you’re right on time.

Think We Might Be A Good Fit?

I know that finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, so I do my best to make the process as easy and comfortable as possible. If you have questions, or if anything here resonated with you, feel free to reach out! I’m here when you’re ready, and I'd love to connect with you.