Psychotherapy and Counselling for Children, Youth, and Adults.

O.W.L. stands for ‘Own. Willful. Living.’ which means, taking action by making decisions that are important to us and true to who we are so that we may live our best life. Whatever you’re experiencing, we can help identify underlying issues and work with you to overcome these challenges. Together we'll develop a personalized plan that may use a range of evidence-based methods. Your treatment will be delivered in a supportive, safe, and confidential environment.

Our O.W.L. Wellness team is here to support you. Take a moment for yourself—reach out and connect to nurture your well-being, wherever you are.

Own. Willful. Living.

O.W.L. stands for ‘Own. Willful. Living.’ which means, taking action by making decisions that are important to us and true to who we are so that we may live our best life.

About Owl Therapy

North Bay & Huntsville Therapy

We provide in-person services in North Bay and Huntsville for those nearby, and virtual care is available throughout Ontario. We offer direct billing to most extended health benefits and have registered providers with Victim Services, the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB), the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO), and IRS-RHSP. Our O.W.L. Wellness team is here to support you. Take a moment for yourself, and reach out and connect to nurture your well-being, wherever you are.

Even the strongest individuals experience periods of difficulty. We're here to help you better understand and tackle the challenges you're facing. Although navigating life's obstacles can be tough, having the right support makes it more manageable. We believe in your strength, not just to endure, but to achieve your goals and lead a fulfilling life.

Owl Counselling & Therapy Services

Individual Therapy?

North Bay & Huntsville Therapy

Individual therapy is a confidential, one-on-one conversation with a trained psychotherapist or social worker. It’s not advice-giving and it’s not “just venting”, it’s structured, evidence-based work where we look at the patterns in your thoughts, feelings, body, and relationships, and build skills to shift the ones that are getting in your way. Some people come in with a clear goal. Most arrive somewhere in the middle of “something needs to change,” and we figure out the rest together.

North Bay Group Therapy & Ontario Virtual Group Therapy

Group Therapy
& Workshops

Group therapy at O.W.L. Counselling & Wellness offers a unique, powerful kind of support that consist of therapist-led groups where you can learn, connect, and grow alongside others navigating something similar. We run in-person groups out of our North Bay office and online groups available to anyone in Ontario.

North Bay Group Therapy & Ontario Virtual Group Therapy

Couples Therapy & Relationship Counselling

Relationship & couples therapy at O.W.L. Counselling & Wellness is for partners — at any stage, in any structure — who want their relationship to feel like a team again. We work with couples in-person at our North Bay and Huntsville offices and virtually across Ontario.

Substance Use Assessments & Counselling

North Bay & Huntsville Therapy
  • Formal substance use assessments: objective evaluation, clear treatment recommendations, defensible documentation.

  • Individual addiction counselling: exploring triggers, building coping strategies, and addressing the underlying pain that fuels use.

  • Return-to-duty services: independent case management for employees and employers.

  • Support for families and loved ones: boundary-setting, loving detachment, and personal recovery for those affected by someone else’s use.

Meet the Team

  • Aaron Sinclair, Registered Psychotherapist and Owner of O.W.L. Counselling & Wellness

    Aaron Sinclair (He/him)

    Clinical Director, Owner
    Registered Psychotherapist
    ICADC, CCS-AC
    (North Bay and Huntsville)

  • Gabrielle Brunet, Registered Social Worker

    Gabrielle Brunet (She/her)

    Registered Social Worker
    Psychotherapist, BSW, RSW, CYCP
    (North Bay)

  • Macrina Perron, Certified Alcohol and Drug Counsellor, Certified Youth Counsellor

    Macrina Perron (She/her)

    Counsellor
    BA, CCAC, CYC, CSS-AC
    (North Bay and Huntsville)

  • Shae Graham, Registered Social Worker

    Shae Graham (She/her)

    Registered Social Worker
    Psychotherapist, BSW, RSW
    (North Bay)

  • Eric Needham, Registered Social Worker

    Eric Needham (He/him)

    Registered Social Worker
    Psychotherapist, BSW, RSW
    (North Bay)

  • Hannah Gauvreau, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) - OWL Counselling North Bay and Huntsville

    Hannah Gauvreau (She/her)

    Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
    MACP, BA (hon) Psychology
    (North Bay and Huntsville)

  • Grace Stewart Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) - OWL Counselling North Bay and

    Grace Stewart (She/her)

    Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
    MACP, BA (hon) Psychology
    (North Bay)

  • Adam Jacklin (He/him)

    Registered Social Worker
    Psychotherapist, HBSW, RSW, CYW
    (Huntsville)

  • Sarah Beaudoin

    Sarah Beaudoin (She/her)

    Counsellor, CCAC
    (Huntsville)

Ready for the next step?

  • Pick up the phone and schedule a free 20 minute phone consultation.

    STEP ONE

    Set-up a free 20 minute consultation.

  • Virtual and online therapy options. Serving all of Ontario Canada

    STEP TWO

    Schedule your first session.

  • Scenic picture of trees and a pathway. Everyone is on a journey and we are here to support them.

    STEP THREE

    We work together to reach your goals.

Group of Men and Women Meditating - OWL Counselling North Bay and Huntsville Ontario

We are here to help!

Even the strongest individuals experience periods of difficulty. We're here to help you better understand and tackle the challenges you're facing. Although navigating life's obstacles can be tough, having the right support makes it more manageable. We believe in your strength—not just to endure, but to achieve your goals and lead a fulfilling life.

Reach out today, ask questions, and we can go from there!

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