Hi, I’m Ariane Foucher

I’m the owner of very okay, but I’m also someone’s mom, a poet, and a bookworm. I identify as neurodivergent and neuroqueer. I’m a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. I work mostly with couples and neurodivergent individuals, but also welcome those who do not fit these boxes.

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Areas of focus

Clients often seek my help to explore:

My therapeutic approach

My work is grounded in existential psychotherapy. It is important for clients to know that my approach is unstructured, relational, and direct. I view human experiences through a non-pathological lens, recognizing the unique complexity and humanity of each individual beyond labels. I tend to work well with those who have attended therapy in the past and have already cultivated a high level of self-awareness.

My work combines depth and emotional attunement to help clients navigate their inner world and relationships, drawing on psychoanalytic insight and attachment theory. My approach is trauma-informed, and I am pursuing specialized training in the treatment of complex trauma.

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Educational background and training

I’ve accumulated a few badges and ribbons on my journey. Here are the ones you may want to know about:

  • Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) (CRPO)

  • Professional Member (Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association)

  • Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (Yorkville University)

  • Intensive Course in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples (Dr. Sue Johnson)

  • Gottman Method Couples Therapy - Level 1 (The Gottman Institute)

  • Complex Trauma Certification Training – Levels 1 &2 (Dr. Janina Fisher) ~ in progress

  • Certified Integral Associate Coach (Integral Coaching Canada)

  • Giftedness Profiling Training (Intergifted)

  • 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training (Octopus Garden Yoga)

  • Bachelor of Laws, LLB (Laval University)