Cathy-Jo Shortt
Cathy-Jo Shortt is a Canadian Certified Counsellor and Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) who brings warmth, authenticity, and lived experience to her work. She believes that genuine connection and trust are at the heart of meaningful therapy, offering clients a safe space grounded in empathy and real understanding. Informed by her experiences as a mother, teacher, and foster parent, Cathy-Jo supports clients in exploring trauma, anxiety, and relationship challenges through experiential and inner child work. Clients can expect compassion and collaboration as they reconnect with their sense of safety and self. Cathy-Jo has a special interest in helping people find peace within themselves and their relationships. She invites clients to see therapy as a path toward freedom and healing.
- Overcoming trauma and healing your nervous system.
- Managing anxiety and depression.
- Parenting and foster parenting.
- Sincere
- Non-judgemental
- Compassionate
- Gentle
- Grounded
Expertise
Areas of Focus
- You need a safe place to be seen and heard.
- You want to experience change in how you respond to stress, anxiety, or triggers from the past.
- You want to become more self-aware.
Therapeutic Frameworks & Approach
- Understood
- Accepted
- Valued
Populations Served
Practice Details
Service Offerings & Rates
- What it is you're looking for and if we might work well together.
- What to expect during sessions.
- Questions you have about me or starting therapy.
- Confidentiality and its limits.
Insurance & Benefits Coverage
Schedule
In Person Sessions
Virtual Sessions
More Info
Education
Yorkville University
Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology
2025
Simon Fraser University
Bachelors of Education
2010
Simon Fraser University
Bachelor of Arts
2009
Certifications
Gottman Level 1
2024
Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy Certificate
2024
Languages
Booking FAQ
First Session charges each session directly to your credit card. Once each session occurs, and your card is charged, you will receive a PDF receipt to your email with all of the details you will need to get reimbursed (therapist name, license/designation, license number, address, etc). You can then submit the receipt to your insurance company for reimbursement if you have coverage.
We always recommend you check with your insurance provider to confirm what coverage you have.
You are the expert when it comes to knowing who is the right fit. Ensure you’ve watched the therapist video at the top of their profile and see if you get a good feeling from the message and the energy they are putting out. If you feel drawn to speak with them, listen to your gut! Booking a free consultation is a great first step to asses fit.