Mental Health & Addiction Services of Ottawa

02/07/2025

Join us next Tuesday for Principles as Guidance in Recovery:
A FREE in-person MHASO workshop!
🗓️ July 8, 2025
🕡 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 200–1489 Merivale Rd, Ottawa
Discover how your personal principles can guide your recovery journey. Led by Mark Nasmith, military vet, recovery advocate, & SMART facilitator.
✅ Learn what principles are
✅ See how they support positive change
✅ Start defining your own
Register now at mhaso.ca/groups or email info@mhaso.ca!

06/06/2025

🚧 Are you unknowingly holding yourself back in recovery? 🚧
Join us for a powerful FREE in-person workshop that helps you identify the habits, beliefs, and mindsets that may be getting in your way.

Recognizing Self-Generated Obstacles in Recovery
📅 August 5, 2025
🕡 6:30 – 8:30 PM
📍 Hosted in-person by MHASO – Mental Health and Addiction Services of Ottawa

Led by Mark Nasmith, a recovery coach and military veteran, this 2-hour interactive workshop will help you explore the skills and beliefs that once helped you—but may now be barriers to your growth in recovery.

✅ Build awareness
✅ Reflect on patterns
✅ Learn to move forward

Register now at www.mhaso.ca/groups or email info@mhaso.ca

06/06/2025

🌿✨ Reiki Summer Promo! ✨🌿

Experience deep relaxation and healing with Reiki! Take advantage of our Summer Promo and enjoy a 50-minute Reiki session for just $69+HST – available June 21st - August 30th.

💆‍♀️ Let go of stress, restore balance, and renew your energy with the healing touch of Sandy Gard.

📞 Call 613-225-7272 or 📧 Email info@mhaso.ca to book your session today!

29/05/2025

Principles as Guidance in Recovery
A FREE in-person MHASO workshop!

🗓️ July 8, 2025
🕡 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 200–1489 Merivale Rd, Ottawa

Discover how your personal principles can guide your recovery journey. Led by Mark Nasmith, military vet, recovery advocate, & SMART facilitator.

✅ Learn what principles are
✅ See how they support positive change
✅ Start defining your own

Register now at mhaso.ca/groups or email info@mhaso.ca!

28/05/2025

🧀 The Swiss Cheese Model of Recovery
A FREE in-person workshop for people in recovery!

📅 June 24th | 🕡 6:30 – 8:30 PM
📍 MHASO Group Room: 200-1489 Merivale Road, Ottawa ON.

What do aviation safety and addiction recovery have in common?
They both rely on layered safeguards to prevent disaster—and that's exactly what this interactive workshop will help you build.

💬 Facilitated by Mark Nasmith, a seasoned recovery coach and former military aviator.

Whether you’re navigating recovery or supporting others on the path, this session offers practical tools to manage triggers and avoid relapse.

🎯 Register now:
🔗 www.mhaso.ca/groups
📧 info@mhaso.ca

Let’s patch the holes—together.

17/04/2025

Only 1 Week Left to Register!

Don’t miss this powerful online event with renowned Indigenous scholar Taiaiake Alfred — author of It’s All About the Land.

Join us for a timely discussion on:
✔️ Colonialism — past and present
✔️ Indigenous resurgence and self-determination
✔️ Relationship-building across communities

All profits from this event will be donated to Iakwahwatsiratátie Language Nest, a Kanien’kéha (Mohawk) immersion program revitalizing Indigenous language and culture in Kahnawà:ke.

📅 Date: Monday, April 28, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM ET
📍 Location: Online via Zoom
🎟️ Register now at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/taiaiake-alfred-its-all-about-the-land-tickets-1270014420319?aff=oddtdtcreator

🕒 Spots are filling fast — register today!
Be part of the change. Learn, reflect, and give back.

Join us for a discussion with Taiaiake Alfred, an Indigenous scholar and activist, as he unpacks the themes of "It’s All About The Land".

04/04/2025

FREE In-Person Workshop!
Making Manageable Change in Addiction Recovery

🗓 May 13th | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM ET
📍 Hosted by Mental Health & Addiction Services of Ottawa (MHASO)

Join us for a supportive 2-hour participatory workshop that focuses on manageable, helpful, and lasting changes to support addiction recovery.

👥 All are welcome! Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply want to learn more about mental health and addiction, this session is for you.

Facilitated by Mark Nasmith, a SMART Recovery facilitator and Recovery Coach with lived experience who brings warmth, wisdom, and real-world recovery tools to the space.

👉 Register now at: www.mhaso.ca/event-details/making-manageable-change-in-addiction-recovery
📧 Email: info@mhaso.ca
📞 Call: 613-225-7272

13/03/2025

Join us for an 8-Week Online Training in Mindfulness-Based Symptom Management (MBSM) starting April 9th, 2025!

🗓 Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30 pm ET via Zoom

✨ This program is designed to help you manage symptoms, gain clarity, and transform your life through mindfulness practices.

🚨 Limited Spots Available – Only $440 + HST

Facilitator: Shontelle Prokipcak, MSW RSW
Program Developers: Lynette Monteiro, PhD & Frank Musten, PhD

📧 Register Today: Email Ray Walli at info@mhaso.ca for more information, or visit www.mhaso.ca/groups

06/03/2025

🌿✨ Reiki Spring Promo! ✨🌿

Experience deep relaxation and healing with Reiki! Take advantage of our Spring Promo and enjoy a 50-minute Reiki session for just $69+HST – available until April 9th, 2025!

💆‍♀️ Let go of stress, restore balance, and renew your energy with the healing touch of Sandy Gard.

📞 Call 613-225-7272 or 📧 Email info@mhaso.ca to book your session today!

We are a group of mental health service providers with collectively over 100 years of experience in

05/03/2025

You're invited! Join us for a thought-provoking discussion with Taiaiake Alfred, an Indigenous scholar and activist, as he unpacks the themes of his latest book "It’s All About the Land." This public event will explore the history and present-day realities of colonialism, reconciliation, and Indigenous sovereignty.

Take advantage of Early Bird pricing and Register today!

📅 Date: April 28th 2025
📍 Location: Zoom
⏰ Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
🔗 Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/taiaiake-alfred-its-all-about-the-land-tickets-1270014420319?aff=oddtdtcreator

26/02/2025

Emotional CPR (eCPR) Training!

Are you passionate about mental health and want to make a meaningful impact? Are you searching for a way to support loved ones or community members through emotional crises?

🗓️ When: 2 Saturdays - March 15th and 16th 2025
⏰ Time: 9 AM - 4:30 PM
💲 Cost: $385.00 + Tax

What is Emotional CPR (eCPR)?
eCPR is a public health education program designed to teach individuals how to assist others through emotional crises using three core principles:
1️⃣ Connecting - Enhance your deep listening skills and create a sense of safety.
2️⃣ emPowering - Shift from distress to empowerment with practical tools.
3️⃣ Revitalizing - Learn how to re-engage individuals with their communities and support systems.

Who Should Attend?
- Anyone interested in supporting others
- Family Members
- Community Leaders
- You do NOT need to be a Mental Health Professional for this training 🙂

This program is grounded in respect, trust, and the values of a healthy community. It's not just about coping—it’s about personal growth and revitalization.
Book your spot now and become a catalyst for transformative change!

Visit our website for more info: www.mhaso.ca/event-details/emotional-cpr-march-2025

Saturday May 11th 12- 4 pm Saturday May 18th 12- 4 pm Saturday May 25th 12- 4 pm eCPR is open to anyone who would like to learn how to respond to others in an emotional crisis. You do not have to have any special education or be in a mental health related field. This....

04/12/2024

Treat yourself to a 50-minute Reiki session for only $59 + HST! 💆‍♀️
Offer valid until December 21st.