Trauma-Informed Therapy for Children, Teens, Adults & Families

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We offer trauma-informed, anti-oppressive and client-centered care that respects the value of hearing each person's story and supporting their efforts to experience wellness in their minds and bodies.

Services at Connected Roots Therapy

Family Therapy

Helps families improve communication, strengthen relationships, and navigate challenges together.
Child & Teen Therapy

Support for children and teens navigating anxiety, school stress, emotional regulation, behavioural challenges, family transitions, and Type 1 diabetes. Our trauma-informed approach helps young people build coping skills, confidence, and resilience.
Individual Therapy for Adults

Individual therapy provides a safe, supportive space to deepen self-understanding, process difficult life experiences, and foster meaningful, lasting change.
Supervision & Consultation

Reflective, growth-oriented supervision and consultation for social workers and therapists. Strengthen clinical skills, navigate complex cases, and gain confidence in practice.
Workshops & Trainings

Connected Roots Therapy offers Practical, trauma-informed workshops for parents, caregivers, schools, and professionals on child and teen mental health, parenting, adoption and permanency, and Type 1 diabetes — designed to build confidence, connection, and real-world skills.

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We know it can be difficult to reach out. We strive to create an environment that ensures you feel comfortable, safe and cared for.

Take the Next Step Towards Feeling Better

Connected Roots Therapy is a trusted Ottawa therapy clinic providing professional mental health support for children, teens, adults, and families. Our team of Registered Social Workers and Psychotherapists offer in-person therapy in Ottawa and online therapy across Ontario, making mental health care accessible wherever you are.

We specialize in trauma-informed therapy, including:

Support for individuals and families living with Type 1 Diabetes
Adoption and attachment support for children, teens, and adults
Trauma and attachment therapy
Anxiety and stress management therapy

At Connected Roots Therapy, we focus on building strong relationships and connection as the foundation for healing. Whether you are looking for individual therapy for yourself, your child or teen or seeking family support, our dedicated therapists provide personalized mental health care designed to meet your unique needs.

Start your journey to healing with Connected Roots Therapy where we are committed to helping you and your family thrive.

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Start with a Conversation

Welcome! I’m Sara.

Hi, I’m Sara (she/her), the owner and Clinical Director of Connected Roots Therapy. I began my private practice in 2019 while supporting children, youth, and families in child welfare, and I’m trained in Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) and Somatic Experiencing, trauma-informed approaches that help people feel safe and connected.

Since my Type 1 Diabetes diagnosis, I’ve brought both professional expertise and lived experience to supporting children, adults, and caregivers navigating diabetes. I also love volunteering at Diabetes Canada D-camps each summer as one of the camp Social Workers.

Today, Connected Roots is a full-time practice in Ottawa, and I’m proud to work alongside a growing team of skilled therapists, creating a welcoming, supportive space for children, teens, adults, and families seeking compassionate mental health care.

Meet the Team