Dr. Loretta Patterson
Registered Clinical Psychologist
College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario
College of Psychologists of New Brunswick
*Accepting new clients for assessments (psychodiagnostic and psychoeducational) in both Ontario and New Brunswick in July 2026*
1.
Individual
Psychotherapy
I provide evidence-based treatments for children (age 7+), youth, and adults. My primary theoretical orientation is cognitive-behavioural, including exposure and response prevention therapy. I often integrate other therapeutic methods (i.e., cognitive processing therapy for trauma, mindfulness strategies, self-compassion strategies, motivational interviewing, etc.) in the treatment plan.
2.
Couples
Therapy
My approach in couples therapy is to work collaboratively towards therapeutic goals using empirically-based treatments, such as Emotion-Focused Therapy and the Gottman Method. The therapeutic structure that I follow is to meet with a couple for the first session and then meet individually for one session each. Subsequent sessions are generally all together.
3.
Psychoeducational Assessments
I provide comprehensive psychoeducational assessments for children, youth, and adults. The goal is to understand a client's learning profile and provide recommendations for the client, parents (if applicable), and educational or workplace settings. Psychoeducational assessments can identify a Specific Learning Disorder, Intellectual Disability, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Giftedness, Autism Spectrum Disorders (New Brunswick only), etc.
4.
Psychodiagnostic Assessments
I provide psychodiagnostic assessments to help identify mental health conditions to ultimately inform treatment. Psychodiagnostic assessments can identify trauma- and stressor-related disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders, etc.
About me
I am registered with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO) and the College of Psychologists of New Brunswick (CPNB) to practice as a psychologist. I am also a member of the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA), Learning Disabilities Association of Ottawa-Carleton (LDAO-C), as well as a Member of the Ottawa Academy of Psychology (OAP).
My Approach
Seeking out psychological services can be a difficult step that requires courage and openness to learning about oneself. It is my goal to be sensitive to each clients' individual experience and help in the process of achieving personal growth and improving well-being.
My goal is to work collaboratively with clients to help achieve therapeutic goals. This is also my approach with parents and children/youth. My hope is to help children/youth foster their ability to take ownership of their lives, taking into consideration the appropriate developmental level.
My doctoral training has been in evidence-based practice. My approach to conducting psychological assessments is to use assessment tools that are valid and reliable. Furthermore, I provide comprehensive assessment reports that can be practically helpful across school, home, and/or workplace settings.