Carly Crawford Psychotherapy

Carly Crawford Psychotherapy CCP is a Collaborative Practice devoted to helping you take care of your mental health.

I’m reintroducing all the members of our team this month because CCP is what it is because of them. We aren’t a space th...
01/25/2026

I’m reintroducing all the members of our team this month because CCP is what it is because of them. We aren’t a space that finds people to fill it, we have built the space around the right people.

Marcia is quite simply such a joy to be around. She’s the therapist doing hours of prep for each appointment, the clinician who thinks about you in between sessions, who offers a check in when needed, who was always around during her maternity leaves, who researches and trains to fill gaps in her knowledge and who’s heart is so big we can all feel it in her presence.

She’s been with me from day 1 of CCP in 2020 and we have been through a lot together building this space. She’s grown into a wonderful example of how best friends can work together and maintain professionalism, respect and growth (and a whole lot of laughter).

Marcia, my goal this year is to help you see how talented you are. Help you accept that you’re really good at this job and you’re meant to sit across from each and every client you see.

Marcia is with us full time with one day in-person at the clinic. She has a range of specializations and years of valuable experience.

Marcia, we all love your voice notes, your laughter and your immediate assistance in our therapist help chat (always first to share a resource!!)

Thank you Marcia for being such a huge part of CCP.

(The way she’s looking at me in photo 2 says it all, “are you for real, Crawford!)

I adore these photos by .photo



I put a message out into the universe and here we are, two new amazing therapists to add to our team. I've known Paula f...
01/23/2026

I put a message out into the universe and here we are, two new amazing therapists to add to our team.

I've known Paula for a couple of years and never thought it would be an option for her to join us. Life “lifed” and we now have another therapist offering services that fill the gap we needed filled.

Couples work
Parenting support
Postpartum support
Eating Disorded support
These are just the areas WE needed help with, she offers so much more.

Paula, I cannot wait to have you in the space.

Paula is currently getting through her waitlist and connecting with clients to build her case load. Please reach out if you're interested in learning more. Evening availability, online and in-person.



On January 26th, 2022 Sasha saw her first CCP client here. It’s hard to believe you’re going into your 5th year here, Sa...
01/23/2026

On January 26th, 2022 Sasha saw her first CCP client here. It’s hard to believe you’re going into your 5th year here, Sasha can you believe it?

When it comes to therapy Sasha says,” I feel it is always important to use a ‘two-pronged approach’ as the base with any client. What this means is that I think both past and present circumstances are important to understand if we want to move forward. The past tells us why we may be thinking or behaving the way we are, and the present is the space where we can practice making change”

Sasha recently offered some insight in a meeting I’m ashamed to say, I hadn’t considered. She shared that the screen in virtual therapy offers so much safety for some of our clients, and although some of us may prefer in-person this is something to consider. This is not something that I shouldn’t have overlooked, but I did. As someone who prefers in-person work, this statement was so meaningful.

She consistently offers care for clients at CCP two days a week and has been a steady place to land for many of our clients. I appreciate everything you do, Sasha and hope to continue to watch you grow here.

Happy Work Birthday Sasha 💙

Sasha has openings for referrals for folks who can come before 3, in-person and online.




As we move through this year, many people are feeling the weight of uncertainty (and it’s only January). Political unres...
01/20/2026

As we move through this year, many people are feeling the weight of uncertainty (and it’s only January). Political unrest, global conflict, economic pressures, and ongoing social division have created a weight that can feel unbearable — even for those who are not directly engaged in the headlines. For many, this has shown up as increased anxiety, grief, exhaustion, anger, or a deep sense of overwhelm.

At CCP, we want to acknowledge how hard this has been. These are not abstract stressors — they affect our nervous systems, our relationships, our sense of safety, and our ability to rest. Navigating everyday life while carrying collective and personal stress takes real effort, and it’s understandable if this year has felt heavier than most.

Our role, now more than ever, is to be a steady and compassionate presence. We remain committed to providing thoughtful, trauma-informed care — a space where experiences can be named, emotions can be held, and healing can unfold at a pace that feels right. Whether you are seeking support for yourself, your family, or simply needing a place to pause and breathe, our team is here to walk alongside you.

Thank you for trusting us during such a challenging time. We look forward to continuing to support you through the complexities of this year, together. Please take a moment to review this newsletter and learn more about the women who make CCP what it is, the clinicians who offer the consistent, compassionate support necessary right now, along with the ways we’re adjusting to meet your needs.

As always,
Carly

Lindsay, you’re one of a kind. You’ve added so much to our practice when you joined us and we are all so grateful we can...
01/20/2026

Lindsay, you’re one of a kind. You’ve added so much to our practice when you joined us and we are all so grateful we can learn from you.

Lindsay is a huge part of our team here at CCP. She is humble, down to earth and an exceptional therapist who’s heart no limits.

Please read through the slides to hear how Lindsay describes this work, she articulates it beautifully.

Lindsay operates with a wait list at most times, please connect with us today if you would like to get on her list.



The last lonely pair of slippers 🥺😂 We take our client work very seriously, even if we’re all wearing slightly obnoxious...
01/17/2026

The last lonely pair of slippers 🥺😂

We take our client work very seriously, even if we’re all wearing slightly obnoxious slippers of course.

It’s how I’m getting through winter and keeping my floors clean.

I have a text conversation with a loved one I lost a couple of years ago pinned at the top of my phone. His photo is fra...
01/16/2026

I have a text conversation with a loved one I lost a couple of years ago pinned at the top of my phone. His photo is framed around my house, in my office and there's not a day that goes by that I don't think about him. I went to add a contact to my phone today and his photo popped up and it made my heart sink into my stomach and tears came immediately.

Grief as described above is not something we can predict. It's a rollercoaster, it's heavy, it's hard and at times comforting.

Grief came up a lot in my sessions this week. It's one of the topics I find people feel so much shame around when no one ever should.

“The reality is that you will grieve forever. You will not ‘get over’ the loss of a loved one; you will learn to live with it. You will heal and you will rebuild yourself around the loss you have suffered. You will be whole again but you will never be the same. Nor should you be the same nor would you want to.”
Elizabeth Kubler-Ross and David Kessler

We are here and will sit by you while you ride this wave of grieving if you're ready. For anyone who may be feeling their grief a but heavier this week, I see you.



When I asked the team to reflect on each of our therapists at the end of 2025, the consensus about Rebekah was that she’...
01/15/2026

When I asked the team to reflect on each of our therapists at the end of 2025, the consensus about Rebekah was that she’s “Kindness and wisdom wrapped into one package.”

When I think about client growth, I think about Rebekah. I think about her unwavering commitment to each person she works with. The careful approach to care she takes every time she takes on someone new and the honour it is to work alongside her.

It was this exact week 4 years ago that Rebekah joined our team and yesterday was her last day before she heads off on maternity leave.

Rebekah, on behalf of all of us at CCP and your clients we are so grateful for you. We will miss you and be here when you’re ready to join our circus again😉



“Jennifer has a quiet and gentle way about her that brings people in. I’m so happy I get to see her on Tuesdays in the o...
01/15/2026

“Jennifer has a quiet and gentle way about her that brings people in. I’m so happy I get to see her on Tuesdays in the office.”- Shelagh Keesmaat, CCP Therapist.

““I am a total country girl at heart! I believe that being raised on a dairy farm has helped to create some of my most humble and important roots. Playing in the mud, mucking out in the bush, or being able to grow my family’s meal is where I am at my happiest and I view this as my best form of self care. It is with this insight that I am able to support clients in either furthering their understanding of, or developing their individual personal passions, places of joy, and things that fill them up.”
-Jennifer Josiak, RP

I love watching this country girl navigate our beloved James Street ☺️



In case you're like most people and don't read the whole post anymore; the synopsis is we have after 3 availability for ...
01/13/2026

In case you're like most people and don't read the whole post anymore; the synopsis is we have after 3 availability for in-person and online appointments and that's a big deal. For the why, read on.

If you’ve followed my work for a long time, you will know that I started in this field in 2009 in private practice as a therapist and not-for-profit work and was fully private practice in 2011 after my firstborn. This has always been a full time career for me, my livelihood. I’ve seen this industry go through an immense amount of change in the last 5 years and if there’s one thing I’m confident about it’s that I have a pretty firm understanding of is managing the demand.

My goal from the start has always been to reduce wait times and help people access care when they need it.

CCP has gone through various waves of wait times since we started. From 50 people waiting to averaging 13 people at any given time. With a team of 10 (ish) how do we assess who should work with who?

-Therapeutic fit first (always)

-Scheduling and ease of access are second.

It’s hard to get here to do this work. This team has worked together to make our services available every evening, early morning appointments, in person and online. We share the load, not everyone works every evening, not everyone can do an 8:30am in person spot. But we work together to ensure we are making this tough work a tad bit easier to access in the insane schedule heavy world we live in.

For 2026 I asked the clinicians if they could spare some in-person time after 3 times and they delivered.

Finding a time that works for people to come in for therapy is one of the many barriers. These spots won't last long, so reach out and get started.



Early intervention plays a crucial role in effectively managing mental illness. So often I hear people say “I thought th...
01/11/2026

Early intervention plays a crucial role in effectively managing mental illness.

So often I hear people say “I thought that was normal.”
“It’s not that bad”
“I didn’t know that could be a sign of (depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, eating disorder etc)
“I thought it was just a phase they would get over.”
“I should have reached out sooner.”

As you go through the upcoming slides, take a moment to reflect on whether you or someone you care about may exhibit any of these signs.

So often we see people who have been worried about something they’ve seen in their child for a long time or have felt a combination of some of these symptoms for too long. If you recognize yourself or someone you care about in any of these posts, support will help.

We’re here to help.

Contact us today.



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Carly Crawford, Psychotherapist

My name is Carly Crawford and I created "Find Your Voice Counselling" because I am passionate about helping individuals battling eating disorders. As someone who struggled with mental illness, I faced great challenges when it came time for me to get help. For this reason I have devoted my work to supporting those in need. Keep up to date for information on support groups, events and workshops.