Accepting New Clients
Direct Billing
Evening & Weekend Sessions Available
Individual & Couples Sessions
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MEET YOUR THERAPIST
Christine J.C. Ellwood
Registered Social Worker (R.S.W.)
Narrative & Creative Therapist
Founder & Creator of
Narrative Comic Strip Therapy™ (NCST)
and MindCanvas app
Bachelor of Arts (Psych) Degree
Bachelor of Social Work Degree
Expressive Arts for Trauma Certificate
Hypnotherapy for Healthcare Professionals Certificate
Clinical Master‘s Degree in Narrative Therapy & Community Work
INFORMATION
Here For Life's Tough Moments
If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just need someone to talk to, therapy can help you reconnect with yourself and move forward.
Whether you're a student navigating school stress or an adult facing life’s challenges, Once Upon a Time Therapy offers individual sessions for children (8+) through adults.
- Anxiety
- School Stress
- Depression
- Stress & Burnout
- Grief & Loss
- Trauma
- Relationship Challenges
- Life Transitions
- Self-Esteem
- Personal Growth
- and other life challenges
You don’t have to go through it alone.
Therapy unfolds at a pace that respects your readiness and preferences. And you don't need to know what to say or have a clear plan. We can discover a plan together through conversation.
Holistic Support For Your Journey
At Once Upon a Time Therapy, you can choose between traditional talk therapy or include creative approaches. It's therapy with a twist to support deeper insight and understanding. Creativity isn't only for kids; it can be a powerful way for adults to explore emotions, stories, and meaning.
I practice primarily Narrative Therapy. Narrative Therapy is a non-blaming approach that helps you separate yourself from a problem, explore how it has shaped your life, and reconnect with your values, strengths, and preferred ways of living. I can also include some Expressive Arts Therapy exercises (if you wish), which clients find insightful and grounding.
All approaches are optional and always guided by your comfort level.
Sessions are guided by a skilled, compassionate therapist committed to supporting your emotional well-being at every stage of your journey.
A Creative & Compassionate Space
Therapy isn’t just talking. It’s about feeling safe, seen, and supported in a warm, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and experiences. Together, we’ll navigate challenges, reconnect with your strengths, and move toward the future you want.
Session Style & Scheduling
Talk therapy or a combination of talk and creative therapy. Sessions are flexible and can be weekly, biweekly, or monthly based on your needs and schedule. You can pause or book several sessions ahead to ensure a consistent day/time.
Therapy should meet you where you are.