Sandbox Family Solutions

Sandbox Family Solutions Sandbox Family Solutions is a group of collaborative clinicians in Ottawa. Reach out for more info!

We offer a variety of services including individual, couples, and family therapy, and divorce-centered services such as mediation and parenting coaching.

Rest is part of the work.Your mind, your body, your family — they all benefit when you take time to recharge. ✨
06/30/2025

Rest is part of the work.
Your mind, your body, your family — they all benefit when you take time to recharge. ✨

No matter what you're facing, light is on the horizon. Keep going. 💛
06/25/2025

No matter what you're facing, light is on the horizon. Keep going. 💛

Families aren’t built in a day.They’re shaped with care, communication, and a little bit of patience — just like a sandb...
06/16/2025

Families aren’t built in a day.
They’re shaped with care, communication, and a little bit of patience — just like a sandbox.

At Sandbox Family Solutions, we help families co-create new foundations that work for everyone.

💬 Mediation.
🛠 Co-parenting Support.
💛 Child-centered Solutions.

Let us let you in on a little secret…Therapy isn’t just for when things are falling apart. It’s for growth, clarity, and...
05/26/2025

Let us let you in on a little secret…
Therapy isn’t just for when things are falling apart. It’s for growth, clarity, and becoming the version of yourself you actually want to be. 🌿💬

Whether you're navigating something tough or just want to feel more grounded, our therapists are here—and yes, we have availability.

Therapy is awesome. 💛

www.sandboxfamilysolutions.ca

✨ Feeling overwhelmed in a tough parenting moment? Try one of these grounding tools to reset your nervous system and res...
05/21/2025

✨ Feeling overwhelmed in a tough parenting moment? Try one of these grounding tools to reset your nervous system and respond with intention:

💨 Box Breathing – Inhale for 4, hold for 4, exhale for 4, hold for 4. Repeat 4 times to center your breath and calm your mind.

👁️ 5-4-3-2-1 Sensory Scan – Name:

5 things you can see

4 things you can touch

3 things you can hear

2 things you can smell

1 thing you can taste

💧 Cold Water Splash or Ice Cube Hold – Shock your system gently into the present. Try running cold water over your hands or holding an ice cube.

🧘‍♀️ Body Scan Reset – Close your eyes and bring awareness to your body from head to toe. Notice where you're holding tension, breathe into it, and release.

🌱 You don’t have to be perfectly calm all the time — just aware and willing to pause.

Which one will you try next time you're triggered?👇

We're hitting pause this Victoria Day to rest, recharge, and soak up some downtime. Take care of your mind and enjoy the...
05/16/2025

We're hitting pause this Victoria Day to rest, recharge, and soak up some downtime. Take care of your mind and enjoy the long weekend — see you soon!

✨ Meet Amber Gauthier, MSW, RSW ✨Amber is a Registered Social Worker and Child and Youth Care Counsellor now accepting n...
05/12/2025

✨ Meet Amber Gauthier, MSW, RSW ✨

Amber is a Registered Social Worker and Child and Youth Care Counsellor now accepting new clients both virtually and in person at our Stittsville office.

Amber works with women, children, and families who are navigating the complex intersection of mental health and the family law system — with a specialized focus on supporting those impacted by intimate partner violence.

She also offers court support sessions, helping individuals feel more prepared and empowered as they move through court processes and separation.

🗓 Now accepting new clients
📍 In-person in Stittsville | 💻 Virtual across Ontario
💬 Email, call or visit our website to book!

🌟 Meet Melissa Lafreniere, MA, RP, AccFM, Q.Med, RHN 🌟Melissa is the founder of Sandbox Family Solutions and a Registere...
05/12/2025

🌟 Meet Melissa Lafreniere, MA, RP, AccFM, Q.Med, RHN 🌟

Melissa is the founder of Sandbox Family Solutions and a Registered Psychotherapist, Accredited Family Mediator, Qualified Family Arbitrator, and Screening Specialist. With a strong background in mental health and family systems, Melissa offers a thoughtful, trauma-informed approach to supporting families through separation and conflict.

She is currently accepting referrals for family mediation and collaborative family law files, helping clients navigate complex dynamics with clarity, respect, and care.

⚖️ Mediation & Collaborative Family Law
🤝 Trauma-informed, child-focused support
📍 Based in Ottawa – virtual & in-person options available
🗓 Now accepting referrals

🌿 Meet Megan Beninger, RN (Psychotherapist) 🌿We’re so pleased to introduce Megan, a Registered Nurse Psychotherapist (un...
05/12/2025

🌿 Meet Megan Beninger, RN (Psychotherapist) 🌿

We’re so pleased to introduce Megan, a Registered Nurse Psychotherapist (under the direct supervision of a Registered Psychotherapist) now accepting clients at our Stittsville office.

Megan works with adults, offering both in-person and virtual sessions. She creates a warm, non-judgmental space to explore challenges like anxiety, stress, life transitions, and more — all while helping clients build meaningful tools for emotional well-being.

🗓 Now accepting new clients
📍 In-person in Stittsville | 💻 Virtual across Ontario
💬 Email, call or visit our website to book!

🌟 Meet Yvonne Duala-Ekoko! 🌟We’re excited to introduce Yvonne, a compassionate and experienced Registered Social Worker ...
05/12/2025

🌟 Meet Yvonne Duala-Ekoko! 🌟

We’re excited to introduce Yvonne, a compassionate and experienced Registered Social Worker now seeing clients at our Carling Ave office.

Yvonne works with children, adolescents, adults, and couples, offering a supportive space to navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and strengthen relationships.

Whether you're seeking support for your child, exploring personal growth, or working through relationship dynamics, Yvonne brings warmth, insight, and evidence-based strategies to help you move forward.

🗓 Now accepting new clients
📍 In-person sessions on Carling Ave
💬 Email, call or visit our website to book!

Do your emotions ever feel too big, too fast, or completely out of your control?That might be emotional dysregulation—an...
05/09/2025

Do your emotions ever feel too big, too fast, or completely out of your control?

That might be emotional dysregulation—and it's more common than you think.

Here are 5 red flags 🚩 to help you recognize when your nervous system might be overwhelmed, and what that internal chaos can look like on the outside.

👉 Swipe through to learn how to identify what’s happening inside, so you can start responding with intention instead of reacting from overwhelm.

📌 Save this post for the next time emotions start to spiral.
💬 Which of these red flags do you relate to most?

🍂🍁 While the transition from Summer to Fall can be full of cozy meals, colourful walks, and holidays with family, it can...
10/21/2024

🍂🍁 While the transition from Summer to Fall can be full of cozy meals, colourful walks, and holidays with family, it can also bring about Seasonal Affective Disorder, stress surrounding busy routines and extracurricular activities, and mood changes caused by the colder weather. 🍁🍂

Make sure you're checking in with yourself and your loved ones throughout this transition to make sure your mental health is taken care of. If you need a little extra help, don't be afraid to reach out to a therapist to discuss how you're feeling. 💛

www.sandboxfamilysolutions.ca

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