Hala Hnidi

In the realm of inner exploration and emotional healing, I am committed to guiding individuals through their profound journey of self-discovery. With a well-rounded understanding of the psychodynamic framework, I strive to uncover the layers of the human psyche, nurturing lasting transformations and fostering genuine connections.

Within the psychodynamic framework, I hold the belief that true transformation occurs when individuals gain insight into their unique narratives and unconscious drives.

Guided by empathy and compassion, I walk hand-in-hand with my clients as they embark on their transformative journey. Witnessing them grow, develop insight, and and cultivate resilience to lead fulfilling lives is what gives profound meaning to my work as a psychotherapist.

• Licensed Psychotherapist. Issued by College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (ID: 11171).
• Canadian Certified Counsellor. Issued by Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (ID: 10011208).
• Self-in-Relationship Psychotherapy Certification. Issued by Self-in-Relationship Psychotherapy Association.
• Emotionally Focused Therapy: Attachment-Based Interventions for Couples in Crisis Certificate. Issued by PESI.
• Beyond the Hurt: Preventing Bullying and Harassment. Issued by the Canadian Red Cross.
• Prevention in Motion: Preventing Abuse, Bullying, and Harassment of Children and Youth. Issued by the Canadian Red Cross.
• Psychological First Aid: Caring for Others. Issued by the Canadian Red Cross.
• Ten Steps to Creating Safe Environments for Organizations and Communities. Issued by the Canadian Red Cross.

• Compiled and edited a comprehensive set of counselling programs of local social service organizations in order to develop and propose a cohesive counselling program for Ottawa Men’s Refuge
• Organized and hosted fundraisers and built connections with donors at the Youville Center
• Organized a food drive for Syrian Refugees at Carleton University
• Through working with the Syrian Association of Ottawa, I developed mental health awareness campaigns that target Syrian refugees and Immigrant newcomers
• Organized and hosted a community marathon in Dubai, UAE
• Tutored Math & Arabic to grade 6 students (this includes children with special needs)

• 05/2022 - ongoing: Psychotherapist at Lacasse Counselling
• 09/2021 – 04/2022: Psychotherapist at Ottawa Community Immigrant Services Organization (OCISO)
• 06/2019 – 03/2020: Inventory Control Clerk Canex, Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services, Government of Canada Department of National Defence
• 01/2018 – 01/2019: Help Line worker Carleton University’s Sexual Assault Helpline
• 10/2018 – 01/2019: Fundraising &n Communications Assistant Youville Centre
• 10/2018 – 01/2019: Executive Administrative Assistant Youville Centre
• 01/2018 – 04/2018: Event Planner Ottawa Men’s Refuge

canoeing is a grounding activity that helps me explore nature, pottery is a creative activity that helps me explore my imagination, and walking is my favorite activity of all that helps me exercise curiosity to my surroundings