
About Second Nature
Second Nature is a multidisciplinary wellness practice that is attachment-based and deeply rooted in nature. We collaborate with children, youth, and families to foster wellness and strengthen family bonds. Our approach embraces all forms of communication, including American Sign Language (ASL), Proloquo, and more. Additionally, we offer psychotherapy sessions in Spanish to better serve diverse families.
Second Nature blends a variety of health and wellness practitioners, including psychotherapists, naturopathic doctors, holistic nutritionists, educators, and acupuncturists. Our multidisciplinary clinic prides itself on supporting and celebrating neurodiversity. Our practitioners have expertise in supporting a number of mental health diagnoses such as ADD/AHD, ASD, ODD, anxiety, depression, disordered eating, trauma, and more. Second Nature welcomes all families and works to provide a supportive and home-like atmosphere to our community.

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Privacy, Confidentiality and Electronic Communication Policy
At Second Nature Family Health & Wellness Centre and Second Nature School, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This page outlines our confidentiality practices, our use of electronic communication, and crisis support resources.
Confidentiality Policy
Second Nature Family Health & Wellness Centre and Second Nature School are multidisciplinary mental health and education clinics. We are committed to maintaining the privacy and security of personal health information in accordance with Ontario’s Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA).
Any personal health information we collect is used only for purposes permitted under PHIPA, including assessment, treatment, and professional consultation.
Electronic Communication Policy
We recognize that email and other electronic forms of communication are convenient, but they are not always secure.
By choosing to communicate with us electronically, you acknowledge and accept the potential risks, including:
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Unauthorized access
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Data loss
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Interception by third parties
We take reasonable steps to protect your privacy, but we cannot guarantee the security of information sent electronically. For this reason, we encourage limiting the sharing of sensitive or personal health information via email whenever possible.
If you prefer a more secure method of communication—such as phone or encrypted platforms—please let us know, and we will gladly accommodate.
Email Disclaimer
Please note: Any emails or attachments from our team may contain confidential and privileged information intended solely for the recipient. If you are not the intended recipient, please notify the sender immediately, delete the message, and refrain from disclosing, copying, or distributing its contents.
Contact for Privacy Questions
If you have questions about our privacy or communication policies, please contact us at:
📧 admin@secondnaturefamily.com
Crisis Support Resources
If you or someone you know is in crisis, please reach out to one of the following support lines:
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National Suicide Crisis Helpline: 9-8-8
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Mental Health Crisis Line (Ottawa): 613-722-6914
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Distress Centre of Ottawa: 613-238-3311
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Youth Services Bureau (Ottawa): 613-260-2360
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Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa: 613-234-2266
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Ottawa Rape Crisis Centre: 613-562-2334
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Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 or Text 686868
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Tel-Aide Outaouais: 613-741-6433