Dr. Jane Blouin
Director, C.Psych.
Dr. Jane Blouin is one of the founding directors of the Ottawa Centre for Cognitive Therapy and a leader in cognitive therapy services. With over 40 years of experience, Dr. Blouin is deeply committed to helping clients improve their emotional and mental well-being. She is known not only for her clinical expertise but also for her genuine care and compassion, which makes her an invaluable resource for those seeking support and healing.
Experience and Approach
Dr. Jane Blouin’s journey in psychology began with her undergraduate studies at the University of Ottawa, where she earned a Bachelor of Science and was awarded the Gold Medal for her outstanding academic performance. She continued her education at Carleton University, completing both her M.A. and Ph.D. in Psychology. Dr. Blouin also conducted her doctoral research at the prestigious National Institute of Mental Health in Bethesda, Maryland, under a scholarship from the Medical Research Council of Canada.
Early in her career, Dr. Blouin held a key position at the Ottawa Civic Hospital, where she helped develop several groundbreaking programs, such as the Ottawa Eating Disorder Clinic, which she co-founded in 1984, and the Stress Management Clinic in 1986. These initiatives continue to shape effective treatment options for anxiety, depression, and eating disorders.
Her approach to therapy emphasizes unconditional acceptance, compassion, and often includes appropriate humour to help clients feel comfortable during sessions. Dr. Blouin works with both short-term and long-term clients, tailoring her strategies to meet each individual’s unique needs and goals. She is also highly skilled at matching new clients with the right therapist at the Centre, ensuring that their therapeutic journey starts with the best possible fit.
Clinical Specialties
Dr. Blouin focuses on several areas of therapy, including:
- Stress and anxiety management
- Depression treatment
- Eating disorders, with a specialization in cognitive therapy
- Couples and relationship therapy
Her training includes advanced certification in Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy from the Albert Ellis Institute in New York, as well as extensive workshops and seminars with prominent therapists in the field, including Christine Padesky and David Clark.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Dr. Jane Blouin has made significant contributions to both clinical practice and research. She has published over 20 scientific articles and presented at more than 30 conferences. Her research has explored topics such as crisis management techniques, cognitive therapy for eating disorders, and stress-related illnesses. She is also an active supervisor, providing guidance and mentorship to other therapists at the Ottawa Centre for Cognitive Therapy.
In her personal life, Dr. Blouin enjoys spending time with her husband, Dr. Arthur Blouin, and their three children. She loves staying active, being in nature, and traveling to places rich in history and culture.
