Meet Dilys: Your Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in Ottawa
Providing culturally responsive care for BIPOC adults and individuals across Ontario.
Dilys Chuinkam MA
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in Ottawa
My Philosophy & Background: A Commitment to BIPOC Mental Health in Ontario
Dilys Chuinkam is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with a Master of Arts in Counselling, Psychotherapy & Spirituality from Saint Paul University. She offers virtual therapy services to individuals, couples, and families, focusing on issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Dilys adopts a strengths-based approach, creating a non-judgmental space that fosters healing and growth. She integrates various therapeutic modalities, including Attachment-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS), to support clients in discovering their authentic capabilities. As a Black psychotherapist, I am dedicated to understanding the unique experiences of individuals within the BIPOC community in Ontario. My practice is built on a foundation of providing a safe, affirming, and culturally responsive space for healing and growth.
- Saint Paul University – Master of Arts (MA) in Psychotherapy, Counselling & Spirituality
- Saint Paul University – BA, Human Relations and Spirituality
- Niagara College – Diploma in Therapeutic Recreation
- Ottawa Theatre School – Acting Conservatory Program in Drama and Stagecraft
- Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)
Culturally Responsive Care in Ottawa
Dilys is committed to providing culturally sensitive therapy that acknowledges and respects the diverse backgrounds of her clients. She understands the importance of cultural identity in the therapeutic process and strives to create an inclusive environment where clients feel seen, heard, and valued. Her practice emphasizes cultural humility and responsiveness to the unique experiences of each individual. My approach to therapy is rooted in providing culturally responsive care. I understand the importance of acknowledging and integrating your cultural background, identity, and lived experiences into our therapeutic work. This is central to effective mental health support, particularly for BIPOC individuals in Ontario.
I draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities, tailored to meet your unique needs and support BIPOC mental health outcomes in Ontario. These include:
- Attachment-Focused Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Strengths-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy