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A space for authentic connection

About

Canel Therapy is the home of Michelle Bilodeau, registered psychotherapist (qualifying) .

A former lifestyle journalist and author, Bilodeau is a psychodynamic psychotherapist who works with clients to build their self-esteem, process grief, work through life transitions and address a plethora of emotional experiences. Bilodeau brings an empathetic, compassionate and non-judgmental nature to the therapeutic relationship.

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Growth through healing

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Growth through healing

Philosophy

A therapist is not an expert on the client’s life but a compassionate guide


Canel Therapy aims to create a warm, integrated space to address all client’s mental health goals and needs. I want to help clients feel like their most authentic and content self.

The relationship between a therapist and a client is a unique experience that should be held with care. And within that relationship is where true healing can begin.

This is your space

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A safe space to build self-esteem, and process grief, work through life transitions, and address a host of emotional experiences.

A focus on healing

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A welcoming and elevated practice with therapists trained in multiple modalities offering a plethora of treatment options.

A holistic, conscious perspective

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A dedicated and compassionate match

All clients should feel seen, heard and understood. We work alongside individuals with the goal of helping them feel like their most authentic self.

A holistic, modern take on talk therapy that helps people feel seen and understood.

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Services

Individual In-person Therapy

In-person therapy offers an intimate, holistic way to explore ones thought patterns and emotional challenges while offering an unbiased opinion. Booking sessions via Owl Practice is available.


$125

50 minutes

Individual Virtual Therapy

Sessions via Zoom or Owl Practice are an effective option when in-person therapy is not available. Zoom and Owl Practice are compliant with privacy laws. Phone sessions are also an option.


$125

50 minutes

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Canel

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A therapist’s work is to walk through life with their clients.

The name Canel felt very relevant to the therapeutic relationship, as a therapist is not an expert on the client’s life, but a compassionate guide who offers space for emotional reflection and healing.

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CANEL JOURNAL

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Become Your Most

Authentic Self

Canel Journal brings together my two fields of expertise: psychotherapy and journalism.

Frequently asked questions

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Healing

wellness

A relationship between therapist & client is a unique experience that should be held with care.

Book an appointment

Whether you need in-person or virtual sessions, both can offer profound ways of healing. I am currently accepting new clients.

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toolkit

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Process

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journey of discovery

Breathwork

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Get In Touch

@caneltherapy

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