Connecte Psychology - Westmount, Quebec

Sliding-Scale Couples and Family Therapy

Connecte Montreal Psychology Group offers sliding-scale couples and family therapy for couples and families with children or adolescents. Sessions are provided by student therapists completing their training in couple and family therapy, under the supervision of experienced couple and family therapists.

Therapy can be helpful when relationships feel strained, communication has become difficult, or couples and families are navigating conflict, change, or major life transitions.

Sessions available in English or French

The Rethinking Trap

June 29, 2026

ByK. Danielle Penney, PhD/PsyD, Psychologist

InBlog, Library, Mind and Emotions

TagConnecte, connecte psychology, Dr. K. Danielle Penney, mental loops, patterns, psychology, psychotherapy, rumination, The Rethinking Trap, therapy

When does thinking about something become over-thinking? What is the difference between healthy reflection and falling into negative mental looping, or rumination? Dr K. Danielle Penney explores the what, why and how of falling into the rethinking trap, and offers tips on how we can change our relationship to thoughts and break free of the rumination loop.

The Power of Gratitude

May 28, 2026

ByLisa Astrologo, PhD, Psychologist

InBlog, Library, Mindfulness

TagConnecte, Connecte Montreal Psychology, Dr. Lisa Astrologo, gratitude, mindfulness, Montreal, psychologist, psychology, psychotherapy, therapy

Some of the natural tendency to a negative bias that helps us identify threats and keep us safe is no longer helpful in the our current evolutionary context. Fortunately, the brain can be trained to look for positive information too. Connecte clinical psychologist Dr Lisa Astrologo explores how the power of gratitude can help (re)train our brains, and contribute to creating a more balanced view of our world.

Parenting and Romance: How to love your partner while parenting together

April 14, 2026

ByTobey Mandel, PhD, Psychologist

InLibrary, Relationships and Parenting, Uncategorized

TagConnecte, connection, connnecte psychology, couples, couples therapy, family life, Montreal, parenting and romance, relationships and parenting, therapy

How do parenting couples stay connected? Is it reserved for the lucky ones with the easiest babies, or the most babysitters? Although those things can help (!), it is most often couples who keep returning to a few key basics – fondness, shared enjoyment, and feeling seen – that stay connected even as family life gets hectic. Read on as Dr Tobey Mandel shares realistic ways to build that connection, without pretending we have endless time, money, childcare, or energy.

Not too Fast, Not too Slow: Looking for the Middle Ground in Psychotherapy

March 16, 2026

ByLeanne Rondeau, M.A, M.Ed., Psychologist

InAll about Therapy, Blog, Library

TagConnecte, Connecte Montreal Psychology, consult, find a therapist, Leanne D. Rondeau, Leanne Rondeau psychologist M.A. M.Ed., psychologist, psychology, psychotherapy, slowing down, therapy

Connecte Clinical Psychologist Leanne D. Rondeau talks about helping people find their therapeutic sweet spot, allowing them to access a place where they can tap into their own inner wisdom in the therapy process.

Trust in the therapeutic relationship: Building with intention

February 26, 2026

ByLisa Linardatos, PhD, Psychologist

InAll about Therapy, Library

Tagalliance rupture repair, attachment, collaboration, Connecte, Connecte Montreal Psychology, connecte psychology, Dr Lisa Linardatos, growth, psychology, therapeutic relationship, therapy, tips and tools for being present, tips for psychologists, trust

Connecte Montreal Psychology clinical psychologist Dr. Lisa Linardatos offers pointers on building trust between clinician and client, and shows what a therapist can do to develop and strengthen the therapeutic alliance with care, compassion, curiosity and courage.

Motivational Interviewing

January 29, 2026

ByCamille Zolopa, PhD Candidate, Therapist

InAll about Therapy, Blog, Library, Uncategorized

Tagactive listening, behaviour, Camille Zolopa, change, compassion, listening, motivation, Motivational Interviewing, psychology, psychotherapy, therapy

When it comes to lending a supportive ear, whether to a close friend, loved one, acquaintance or someone we just met, what we do to help that may come most naturally to us may not always be the most helpful, and might even be counter-productive. In this insightful blog Connecte therapist Camille Zolopa explains why that may be, and shows us how a motivational interviewing approach might hold the key to lending support that works.

Three Reasons Why You Find It Hard To Be Compassionate To Yourself

It feels so natural for us to show compassion to a loved one in need, so why do we struggle with showing ourselves the same kindness? In this insightful blog from Connecte clinical psychologist Dr Ege Bicaker, Ege identifies key reasons why self-compassion can be so hard to practice, and her thoughtful observations help us re-frame in a way that will lead to a better, more compassionate understanding of our own emotional needs.

How to Prioritize Connection Over Being “Right” in Relationships

All couples experience conflict… but the need to communicate effectively during arguments, when we feel hurt or misunderstood, can feel like the last thing we want to focus on. How can we navigate conflicts in a way that keeps us close instead of driving us apart? Couple and family therapist Patricia Paul shares recommendations to help prioritize connection, even when things get tense.

Building Interpersonal Boundaries in Adulthood

Learning to honour your emotional, physical, and practical limits later in life can be both scary and liberating… and well worth the effort! According to Connecte therapist and PhD Candidate Kayla Hollett, honouring your limits will help you feel more in control of your time and energy, and help to create more balance in your relationships.