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Now booking new clients from September 21, 2026.

Jibriil AliCounselling & Wellness

Counselling in Ottawa & Ontario

Reconnect with meaning, routine, and small steps forward, at a pace that feels possible.

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What this can feel like

You might recognize some of this

Depression can feel like low mood and lost motivation, where the things that used to matter feel far away.

  • Low mood and loss of motivation
  • Fatigue and withdrawal from people or activities
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Changes in sleep or appetite
  • Feeling stuck, numb, or disconnected

If low mood has been lingering and everyday tasks feel heavier than they should, you don't have to push through it alone.

How I help

My approach

I focus on helping clients reconnect with meaning, routine, and small achievable steps forward. This includes behavioural activation strategies, exploring thought patterns that maintain low mood, and building self-compassion and emotional awareness so change feels more possible and sustainable.

What sessions may include

  • Behavioural activation to rebuild routine and momentum
  • Exploring thought patterns that keep low mood going
  • Building self-compassion and emotional awareness
  • Small, achievable steps toward what matters
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Other areas I work with

Let's start with a brief, free consultation to see whether we're a good fit.

Now booking new clients from September 21, 2026.