Brigitte Lebel & Associates Psychotherapy

11/30/2025

We are hosting a grief retreat in Algonquin Park in May 2026, and I wanted to share it in case it speaks to you or someone you know.

Embracing Grief: A Weekend Nature Retreat
May 21-24, 2026 | Northern Edge Algonquin

This retreat is for anyone grieving the loss of someone they love. A place where you don't have to be okay, and your grief is welcome. It's not about healing or moving forward. It's about space, gentleness, and being witnessed and cared for in nature, without pressure.

What's included:

- 3 nights off-grid accommodation in Algonquin Park
- 9 nourishing meals
- Gentle facilitated sessions and nature-based practices
- Fire circles, trails, canoes, and quiet spaces for reflection
- Pre-retreat connection call

Co-facilitated with Ali Steer (wilderness guide & psychotherapist). Limited to 16 participants.
Full details and registration:
https://www.outofordergrief.com/grief-retreats

10/16/2025

A cozy space to slow down, breathe, and begin again.

Support for grief, loss, and life transitions: in-person or in the comfort of your own space anywhere in Ontario.

Psychotherapy services specializing in 2SLGBTQ+ support, parenting and pregnancy, grief and loss, and sexual trauma. Wedding officiant in North Bay, Ontario crafting personalized ceremonies tailored to your style and preferences. From q***r weddings to celebration of life rituals, baby naming ceremo...

05/26/2025

We are not meant to grieve alone.

Whether you’re mourning a person, a relationship, or a future you imagined, I welcome and hold space for your grief.

North Bay, Ontario | Virtual sessions available

Psychotherapy services specializing in 2SLGBTQ+ support, parenting and pregnancy, grief and loss, and sexual trauma. Wedding officiant in North Bay, Ontario crafting personalized ceremonies tailored to your style and preferences. From q***r weddings to celebration of life rituals, baby naming ceremo...

03/20/2025

I am VERY excited to announce that Ali Steer will be starting her Masters of Counselling Psychology student placement with my practice this Spring! Please message me if you are interested in FREE supervised sessions with this lovely, compassionate human.

More about Ali:

"My name is Ali. I’m a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) student counsellor completing my Master’s of Counselling Psychology. My winding path as a multi-passionate individual has led me to work with people of all ages in a variety of settings and capacities.

I am a qualified teacher, an outdoor experiential educator, certified yoga instructor, musician, artist and an experienced therapeutic wilderness canoe and hiking guide. I have experience working with at-risk-youth and teens in a therapeutic context (ages 12-18) and experience teaching students ages 4-60+. My work has often revolved around creating a space where people feel cared for, the empowerment of others, harnessing purpose and momentum, practicing self-compassion and building resiliency in all sorts of settings - hiking through the forest, sitting on a park bench, paddling the ocean, cross-legged skipping stones, floating down a river, swinging in a playground, seated in a classroom, balancing in a studio...

I live, play, grieve, sing, explore, pause, grow, reflect, create, and work on traditional Anishinabek territory in North Bay, Ontario. I feel closest to myself and most connected when I am immersed in nature (be that in the Boreal forests of Northern Ontario, the lush moss-covered temperate rainforests of the west coast, amongst the peaked mountains of the interior, or along the crashing smoothrock shores of Lake Superior) and I feel strongest and most aligned with my purpose when I am helping others. I am curious, a divergent thinker, devoted to compassion, care and growth, creative and adaptable in my approach to working with people." - Ali Steer

01/14/2025

Grief and love are sisters, woven together from the beginning. Their kinship reminds us that there is no love that does not contain loss, and no loss that is not a reminder of the love we carry for what we once held close.

~ Francis Weller, The Wild Edge of Sorrow

05/23/2024

04/12/2024

Now booking weddings and vow renewals! More information at www.brigittelebel.com.

Ordained with the Canadian International Metaphysical Ministry, I am a dedicated wedding officiant providing compassionate and supportive care to individuals during both joyous and challenging times. I offer a unique perspective to guide you through life's transitions. Whether you need support durin...

12/28/2023

Things are getting very cozy here in the she shed. Nice Hygge oil blend in diffuser and getting massage table ready for Mindful Awareness Body Oriented Therapy (MABT) session.

Taking new psychotherapy clients for 2024. Book your consultation or session directly from my website! Check out what other services I offer while you are there like wedding officiating, ceremony facilitation and reiki ✨

Www.Brigittelebel.com

10/12/2023

Sometimes we rely on platitudes to respond to someone else’s pain or trauma. Try to resist. It’s ok to not be ok. There doesn’t always have to be a shiny explanation or reason that makes it easier to accept.

10/10/2023

🌟 Embracing Solitude: "How to be Alone" by Tanya Davis 🌟

Have you ever wondered about the beauty of solitude? 🌿

In this captivating spoken-word piece, Tanya Davis shares insights on the enriching experience of solitude. She reminds us that being alone is not the same as feeling lonely; it's an opportunity for self-discovery, creativity, and personal growth.

🌱 Connecting to Psychotherapy: 🌱
We understand that embracing solitude can be a profound journey. It's a time to reflect, heal, and rediscover yourself. If you find that solitude feels more like loneliness or if you're struggling to navigate your inner world, we're here to support you on this path. Your journey to self-discovery begins with understanding and embracing all aspects of yourself, including your ability to be alone.

📽️ Watch "How to be Alone" by Tanya Davis here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7X7sZzSXYs

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** UPDATE ** WE HAVE A NEW VIDEO!! "How To Be at Home" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OT40Rmjwd-Q&feature=youtu.beHOW TO BE ALONE by Tanya DavisIf you are a...