Renee Wilkinson-Owusu
"Be patient with yourself and show yourself grace."
Hello! My name is Renee Wilkinson-Owusu and I am a Black female therapist serving individuals, couples, and families across Ontario including Ottawa, Toronto, Brampton, Mississauga, and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
With over 8 years of experience, I have run programs and groups for children, youth and families that target social and emotional well-being and I can support you in the same way. My practice experience is in various settings such as health care centres, schools and community-based agencies. Each space has allowed me to facilitate improved feelings of self-worth and confidence for participants.
I am a therapist that will journey with you through past or present challenges. Supporting you to grow, improve and increase your personal capabilities is my priority. I want you to feel and be your best in the areas you are seeking support. You can expect to be treated with compassion, heard without judgement, and seen for the great potential that you are.
Please consider booking a 15 minute consultation call with me, so you can decide if we should journey together.
Ps. As you search for a therapist match, know that you are doing a wonderful thing for yourself! Good for you!
Who Renee Serves
Renee works with individuals (16+), couples, and families across Ontario who are navigating emotional, relational, and life transitions.
Therapy sessions are available virtually across Ontario, including Ottawa, the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Toronto, Brampton, and Mississauga.
Areas of Focus
Renee provides virtual therapy and support for individuals, couples, and families navigating:
- Anxiety, depression, and emotional regulation
- Life transitions (home, school, work)
- Workplace stress, early career challenges, and imposter syndrome
- Racial trauma, identity-related stress, and self-esteem
- Relationship and communication challenges
- Grief and loss (including the loss of a parent)
- Perinatal and postpartum experiences
- Parenting support for children under 5
Therapeutic Approach
Renee’s approach is holistic, relational, trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and rooted in anti-racist care.
Modalities include:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
Renee approaches therapy work in a holistic, down-to-earth, strengths-based and trauma informed way. These approaches ensure you, and the prominent factors in your life, are brought into focus while we co-determine your counselling plan and further support a rounded healing process.
Fun Facts About Me
In my current season of raising a young family, I enjoy testing different recipes that secretly incorporate veggies! My family and I enjoy exploring in nature, taking in the fresh air and scenery.
Favourite Agapé Lens Value
My favourite Agapé Lens value is compassion. Like my favourite quote I believe showing grace to ourself and others is core to establishing connection and supporting community building. At Agapé Lens, the prioritizing of this value resonates with me as it signals it is a place that sees all our humanness.