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Therapy for ambitious Indigenous People in Ontario

An Indigenous Psychologist for Indigenous People

Trusted and approved provider — NIHB · VAC · SunLife · Telus Health · Provider Connect.

Despite being strong and resilient, life can be hard.

You've tried to push through. You've tried the things that are supposed to help. But underneath the surface, you're overwhelmed, exhausted, and running on empty — and the hard season doesn't seem to end.

You want to make yourself a priority again — without the guilt.

You don't have to do this alone.

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Virtual counselling that fits into your busy day
— no commute, no waiting room.

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She:kon. Hi. I'm Dr. Dana!

I'm not your typical therapist.

Although I have a Ph.D. in clinical psychology, my approach to therapy is anything but clinical. Don't get me wrong, I address the clinical aspects of mental health, but in a way that is casual and comfortable.

I've been doing therapy for over 17 years and because I grew up on the rez I believe culture is an important part of the therapy process. As Indigenous people, we have a very unique social, political, and historical context that impacts how we see ourselves, how we see the world, and how the world sees us.

There's no notebook on how to keep your mind from running in overdrive, how to get rid of that feeling of dread in your chest, or the feeling of something needs to change.

I'm here to help!

To help you quiet your mind. To help you make yourself a priority. To help you do the things you want to do and feel good doing it.

Get to Know Dr. Dana

Dr. Dana Helps Indigenous People Like You

Veterans, First Responders, Lawyers, Students, Aunties and Elders, Professors, Chief and Council, Physicians, Policy Analyst, Artist, Adovcators

Getting Started Is Simple

Book a free 15-minute consult — no referral needed, no pressure.
We talk about what's going on — your goals, your history, what support looks like for you.
We build a plan together — culturally grounded, evidence-based, at your pace.

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BEFORE YOU REACH OUT

Questions People Ask Before Starting Therapy

A few honest answers, before you reach out.

Do I need a referral?

No. Dr. Dana welcomes new clients with or without a referral.

What does a psychologist actually do?

Psychologists are trained — doctoral-level, licensed — to assess and treat mental health concerns using evidence-based methods. Dr. Dana has spent almost 20 years doing exactly this work with Indigenous clients across Ontario.

Psychologist or psychiatrist — what's the difference?

Psychologists work through therapy: talking, understanding, building tools. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can prescribe medication. The two aren't competing — often, the best care draws on both.

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Culture isn't background noise to mental health

— it's central to it.

Why work with an Indigenous psychologist specifically?

Because culture isn't background noise to mental health — it's central to it. Dr. Dana's approach factors in the historical, social, and political realities Indigenous people carry, so the work actually lines up with what matters to you.

What happens in a first session?

A conversation. Why you're here, what you're hoping for, a little of your story. You'll also get space to ask Dr. Dana anything about how she works. Feeling nervous beforehand is normal — the goal from minute one is to make it feel safe.

Am I eligible for NIHB?

If you have Indigenous status, likely yes. Dr. Dana is an approved provider NIHB and handles the eligibility check and claims herself — so that part isn't on you.

Still have questions? Book a free 15-minute consult

— no obligation, just a conversation.

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