Natalie Castonguay
Elle/she/her
Virtual and in person in Ottawa, ON Canada
I work with autistic people of all ages. I am a 2SLGBTQIA+ ally and passionate advocate for equitable health access. Clients typically see me for complex case management, assessments and system navigation. I work virtually and in person in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
About Me and How I Work
Armed with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, my vision extends beyond traditional healthcare models. I hold a graduate certificate in animal-assisted wellness, reflecting my belief in the transformative power of human-animal connections in therapeutic settings. With a graduate degree in psychotherapy, I have deepened my expertise in mental health, approaching care through a nuanced and holistic lens. As I work toward a Master of Nursing Science to become a Nurse Practitioner, I remain dedicated to evolving alongside the ever-changing healthcare landscape.
Qualifications and Professional Experience
I hold Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing and Pediatric Nursing certifications from the Canadian Nurses Association. My expertise is further shaped by specialized training in autism and direct experience supporting autistic individuals, which drives my advocacy for bridging gaps in a siloed medical system.
CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING
• Certified in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing (C)anada - CPMHN(C), Canadian Nurses Association
• Certified in Pediatric Nursing (C)anada - CpedN(C), Canadian Nurses Association
• Autism Specialized Advanced Training for Mental Health Providers
• Developmental Disabilities & Sexuality Educator and Trainer (2024)
• Sandplay Therapy
• Certified Provider of the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP)
• Compassion Focused Therapy
• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
• Prolonged Exposure Therapy
• Indigenous Cultural Safety (ICS) Ontario Core Health
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention with Advanced Physical Skills Level 3
• Grief & Bereavement Support Training
• Advanced Motivational Interviewing
• Brainspotting (Level 1)
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
• College of Nurses of Ontario (Registration #12512131)
• Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario, Member
• Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, Professional Member
• Canadian Nurses Association, Nurse General Member
• Canadian Association of Pediatric Nurses, General Member
• Canadian Federation of Mental Health Nurses, General Member
• Nurse Psychotherapist Association of Ontario, Member
• Academy of Cognitive & Behavioral Therapies, Member
• Brainspotting Association of Canada, Member
• Canadian ADHD Resource Alliance (CADDRA), Member
Next Steps
I have a short wait list for clients at this time. Booking link and contact information: www.centre-dimensions.ca
Fees are listed on my website.