Joannie Dubé
Counselling and Holistic Practices
Meet Joannie
Hi! I am Joannie. I am Registered Psychotherapist, member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. I hold a B.A (Hons) in Social Care and a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology. My life experience and my interactions with people have led me to this line of work. For many years, while working in the service industry, I observed people and was fascinated by the human kind. I have gained knowledge and skills through many roles working in community services as a peer support worker, educational assistant, and recreationist. I also volunteered for Providence Care, Hospice Kingston, and Bereaved Family of Ontario.
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My growth mindset and goal-oriented personality have brought me to help others and I understand how the self-exploration process can be exciting for some and daunting for others. Having supported individuals from all walks-of-life, I also know that there is rarely a perfect time to start addressing whatever it is that is hindering our lives.
Curious About Counselling?
Unsure this is for you or where to start?
Relationships
Working on the patterns of attachment that influence our interactions with others can improve our responses and how we relate to others.
Life Transitions & Grief
Separation, loss of a loved-one, career changes, major moves, parenthood, marriage, retirement, empty-nester stage, going back to school, physical and moral injuries: significant life changes and transitions can cause us to fall off balance.
Identity
Gender, sexuality, and sexual orientation; trying to fit in a new community or different culture; and major life changes may challenge the way we (and others) see ourselves and leave us confused and lost.
Traumatic Experiences
Traumatic experiences are life-altering. They affect the way we react to and interact with others and the world. They affect our sense of self and forever leave an imprint in our minds and bodies. Healing from trauma is a process that requires time, and an approach that is holistic.
Depression & Anxiety
Anxiety and depression impact people's abilities to cope with life and day-to-day challenges, but it does not mean that this cannot change. Addressing our thoughts and feelings, and making shifts in our actions can be a starting point.
Stress & Burnout
Stress can be pervasive and learning to manage it may help us face various situations and events in our lives. Stress that becomes acute and lasting may lead to burnout - thankfully we can work on it and recovery is possible as well as prevention.
Perhaps you feel like something is off or that you're lacking balance.
Or something in your life is no longer making sense for you.
In counselling, we can discuss many topics to help you understand
your experience and work on creating positive change.
Here are main topics I focus on with my clients:
Approach and Modalities
My approach to counselling clients is eclectic and holistic. I draw from multiple modalities such as CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy), ACT (acceptance-commitment therapy), DBT (dialectical- behavioural therapy), solution-focused therapy, emotion-focused therapy, Gottman method, emotional-freedom technique, psychodynamic, humanistic/person-centred, mindfulness-based, somatic therapies, and trauma-focused therapy.
Who can I support?
I work with youth 16 and older and adults. I have experience supporting individuals from various cultural backgrounds, including older adults and their families. I also work with couples and offer relationship counselling.
I provide my services in English and French.
Services Offered
Consultation
I offer an initial free 15-minute consultation over the phone or virtually. It is a good way to get introduced, briefly outline what you wish to address in your counselling, and see if I am a good fit to support you in this process.
Individual Sessions
Individual sessions are tailored to the need of the person and aim to explore various topics, concerns and issues.
1h session $130
90-minute session $195
Couples and Relationships
Family members, friends, and people in relationships - monogamous or others who wish to work together on the issues that hinder their relationships may book these sessions.
1h session $160
90-minute session $240
Mindfulness-Based Practice Sessions
Whether you are wanting to tackle stress or are hoping to get more attuned to your body and feelings, this approach can help you get more grounded while impacting your stress level in a positive way.
Starting with breathing and grounding exercises, guided imagery will be used to help you focus on the present and connect more deeply with your experience. These guided imagery exercises can be implemented as the main focus of a session (30 or 20 min) or integrated into regular sessions (*fee for regular session will apply).
30min session $70
3x 20min session $120
5x 20min session $190
*initial 1h intake session is required
Holistic Practices
Welcome to a different side of my practice!
I have always looked at wellness in its globality. I believe that when the body, the mind, and our spiritual sense align, we can experience a better level of health.
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I chose to combine three approaches that have helped me over the course of my life to balance, heal and nurture my physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.
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Along with counselling and psychotherapy, I offer relaxation massages and La Trame sessions.
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Additional Background and Trainings
I trained as a massage practitioner in the province of Quebec in 2009. I continued practicing over the years in spas and at home and never lost the passion for helping people feel rejuvenated and connected with their bodies. Working with the body aligns with my views of health and that the body acts as a container for our emotions. For those who struggle with expressing their thoughts and feelings out loud, massage can be a way to provide an emotional release.
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*Please note that I am not registered as a massage therapist in Ontario, therefore, my services are not covered by insurance.
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I recently (Oct 2025) completed a training for La Trame which falls into the realm of energy healing. I was trained in Quebec by Diane Messier who has herself learned with the founder of the technique, Patrick Burensteinas, over 25 years ago.
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I became familiar with energy healing fifteen years ago, when I started seeking a different approach to help me overcome various physical and emotional challenges. I learned the techniques of Reiki level 1 and 2, but I never felt comfortable enough to share my skills with others. Then, I started receiving La Trame in 2020 and this changed everything. After finishing my master's in counselling 2 years ago, I felt ready to round things up into a holistic practice, and I finally did the training for La Trame. I am excited about the work I do and all the ways I can help people improve their wellbeing.
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Relaxation Massages
Swedish massage helps reduce muscle tensions, stimulate circulation, and can enhance mobility. The techniques of Swedish massage can bring pain relief and a diminution of inflammation in the joints. It is also a facilitator of stress reduction, better sleep, and improved mood.
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Massage Services (non-RMT)
Initial appointment (60 min) $85
(required - new clients must select this option)
Your practitioner will take approximately 20 minutes to conduct an intake and collect information about your overall health to ensure a best approach to your session. The remaining time will be allotted to your massage.
*Add 15-minutes $25​
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30-minute massage $50
Focused on a specific area to release tensions where your body needs it the most.
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Partial or full body massage for the following options.
For relaxation and/or a specific focus according to your needs.
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45-minute massage $70
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60-minute massage $85
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90-minute massage $135
La Trame
La Trame is a technique within the realm of energy healing. It works to recalibrate or at times reinstate the natural flow of information in the body. By connecting to the vibration of the body, the practitioner applies a series of 16 hand placements on the person. These aim to help release emotions that are stored and interfere with a person's mental, emotional, and physical wellness.
Initial Appointment (90 min) $125
Includes an intake during which global health information is collected followed by the application of the technique and a debrief
La Trame - follow up session (60 min) $100
The principle of this technique is to clear off the body's vibrational field from the weight of emotional experiences that affect its original rhythm.
Each cell in the body has its own vibration and different organs and systems sync together into a common vibration.
Grief, psychological trauma, physical injury, along with other emotional experiences can cause blockages or disruptions that can lead to further physical, psychological, emotional and relational issues.
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Picture the body as a beach towel lying on the ground and blockages as grains of sand, rocks and masses dispersed onto its surface. If we shake it off from one extremity, the movement creates waves that will be disturbed by the weight of the elements that are sitting on it. As the waves are continued and amplified, they will eventually make the sand, rocks, and masses slowly move onto and off the towel to allow for a better flow of movement.
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Payments Details
A detailed receipt will be provided for all services offered and for you to submit to your insurance. Payments are made by e-transfer or cash.
Gift certificates available.
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Contact Info
Phone
613-817-5557 (calls only)
Locations
In person in Westport ON, virtual across Ontario
