Dr. François Rousseau is a Clinical Psychologist with more than 15 years of experience providing clinical services to adults and seniors, and supervising doctoral students, psychology residents, psychologists under supervised practice, and other mental health professionals.  He is a founding member, partner, and Chief Operating Officer at the Ottawa Institute of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (OICBT).  He is also a founding member of the Canadian Association of Cognitive Behavioural Therapies (CACBT) and a Clinical Professor at the University of Ottawa.  Dr. Rousseau has a strong interest in helping individuals not only overcome challenges and difficulties, but also grow as a result of these obstacles and develop the awareness, knowledge, and skills needed to thrive in all life domains that are dear to them.

Services are available on-line in English and in French.

  • Clinical Psychologist, Autonomous Practice; College of Psychologist of Ontario;
    https://cpo.on.ca/

    Postdoctoral Clinical Respecialization; Clinical Psychology, Concordia University, 2008;
    https://www.concordia.ca/artsci/psychology/programs/graduate/clinical-training.html

    Postdoctoral Fellowship, Centre for Research in Human Development, Concordia University, 2004;
    https://www.concordia.ca/artsci/psychology/research/human-development-developmental-processes.html

    Doctorate (Ph.D.); Social Psychology, Université du Québec à Montréal, 2003;
    https://psychologie.uqam.ca/psychologie-sociale-et-personnalite/

    Master of Arts (M.A); Clinical Psychology With Specialization in Gerontology: Lakehead University, 1998;
    https://www.lakeheadu.ca/programs/graduate/programs/masters/psychology-clinical/node/7257

    Bachelors of Arts (B.A.); Psychology: Honours, Bishop’s University, 1996;
    https://www.ubishops.ca/academic-programs/faculty-of-arts-and-science/social-sciences/psychology/

    Diplôme D'études Collégiales (D.E.C.); Sciences Humaines, Cégep de Sherbrooke, 1993; https://www.cegepsherbrooke.qc.ca/fr/programmes-etudes/programmes-preuniversitaires/sciences-humaines

  • Dr. Rousseau’s practice (assessment, diagnosis, and treatment) is in the service of adult and older adult populations (age 18+) within the following area of focus:

    • Mood Disorders (Depression, Bipolar)

    • Anxiety (Social, Generalized, Panic, Health, Agoraphobia, Specific)

    • Obsessive-Compulsive and related disorders (OCD)

    • Grief/Loss

    • Life Transitions

    • Interpersonal/Relational goals

    • Lifestyle goals (Work-Life Balance, Burn-out; Sleep, Exercise)

    • Motivational work

  • While Dr. Rousseau’s primary theoretical orientations is anchored in cognitive-behavioural therapy, he integrates other empirically-supported theoretical approaches to meet his clients’ needs:

    • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

    • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

    • Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)

    • Mindfulness & Compassion based approaches

  • Postdoctoral Fellowship -Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) (2002-2004); https://www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca/funding-financement/programs-programmes/fellowships/postdoctoral-postdoctorale-eng.aspx

    Doctoral Fellowship -Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) (1999-2002); https://www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca/funding-financement/programs-programmes/fellowships/doctoral-doctorat-eng.aspx

    Doctoral Fellowship -Fonds pour la Formation de Chercheurs et l’Aide à la Recherche (FCAR) (1999-2001; declined); https://frq.gouv.qc.ca/programme/bourses-de-formation-au-doctorat-frq-2/

    Louise-Cousineau Scholarship (Psychology) (Fondation UQAM) (1999-2000)

    Regroupement des diplômés(es)/ Visa Desjardins Scholarship (Fondation UQAM)

    (1998-1999)

    Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) (1998-1999; declined) https://osap.gov.on.ca/OSAPPortal/en/A-ZListofAid/PRDR019245.html

    Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) (1996-1997, 1997-1998) https://osap.gov.on.ca/OSAPPortal/en/A-ZListofAid/PRDR019245.html

    American Biltrite Company Scholarship (1993-1994, 1994-1995, 1995-1996)

    The Helga-Feider Prize for the best poster session presented at the Research Week in Psychology, Université du Québec à Montréal (2000)

    Lakehead University Entrance Award (1996-1997)

    The University Prize in Psychology (Bishop's University) (1995-1996)

    Academic Honour Roll (Bishop's University) (1994-1995, 1995-1996)

    University Scholar (Bishop's University) (1993-1994)

  • Dr. Rousseau believes that ongoing learning and training is an important element of a psychologist’s practice. Over the years, Dr. Rousseau has taken part in the following:

    Graduate Training:

    Post-Doctoral Training:

    • via certified Seminars & Workshops: Diagnostic Assessment; Cognitive Assessment; Ethics; Grief; Cognitive Processing Therapy; Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Depression; Bipolar; OCD; Schizophrenia; Perfectionism; CBT Groups; Complex Cases; GAD; Health Anxiety; Panic; Insomnia; Rumination; Motivational Interviewing; Behavioural Experiments); Acceptance and Commitment Therapy; Mindfulness-integrated Cognitive Behaviour Therapy

  • (Ongoing) Clinical Psychologist, Ottawa Institute of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

    (Ongoing) Chief Operating Officer; Ottawa Institute of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

    (Ongoing) Clinical Professor; University of Ottawa; School of Psychology; https://www.uottawa.ca/faculty-social-sciences/psychology/faculty

    Psychologist; 2008-2011, Royal Ottawa Mental Health Group (Mood Disorders Program) https://www.theroyal.ca/patient-care-information/clinics-services-programs/mood-and-anxiety

    Teaching Assistant (1996-1998), Lakehead University (Department of Psychology); https://www.lakeheadu.ca/programs/undergraduate-programs/psychology/node/3592

  • Research Publications:

    Bureau, J.S., Mageau, G.A., Vallerand, R.J., Rousseau, F.L., & Otis, J. (2012). Self-determination : A buffer against suicidal ideation. Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior, 42, 377-393. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1943-278X.2012.00097.x

    Rousseau, F.L., & Vallerand, R.J. (2008). An examination of the relationship between passion and subjective well-being in seniors. International Journal of Aging & Human Development, 66, 195-212. https://doi.org/10.2190/AG.66.3.b

    Vallerand, R.J., Mageau, G.A., Elliot, A.J., Dumais, A., Demers, M.-A., & Rousseau, F. (2008). Passion and performance attainment in sport. Psychology of Sport and Exercise, 9, 373- 392. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psychsport.2007.05.003

    Boyer, P., Phillips, J.L., Rousseau, F.L. , & Illivitsky, S. (2007). Hippocampal abnormalities and memory deficits: new evidence of a strong pathophysiological link in schizophrenia. Brain Research Reviews, 54, 92-112. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.brainresrev.2006.12.008

    Vallerand, R.J., Rousseau, F.L., Grouzet, F.M.E., Dumais, A., Grenier, S., & Blanchard, C. M. (2006). Passion in sport: A look at determinants and affective experiences. Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology, 28, 454-478. https://doi.org/10.1123/jsep.28.4.454

    Mageau, G.A., Vallerand, R.J., Rousseau, F.L., Ratelle, C.F., & Provencher, P.J. (2005). Passion and gambling: Investigating the divergent affective and cognitive consequences of gambling. Journal of Applied Social Psychology, 35, 100-118. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1559-1816.2005.tb02095.x

    Rousseau, F.L., Pushkar, D., & Reis, M. (2005). Dimensions and predictors of activity engagement: A short-term longitudinal study. Activities, Adaptation, and Aging, 29, 11-33. https://doi.org/10.1300/J016v29n02_02

    O'Connor, B.P., Rousseau, F.L., & Maki, S.A. (2004). Physical exercise and experienced bodily changes: The emergence of benefits and limits on benefits. International Journal of Aging and Human Development, 59, 177-203. https://doi.org/10.2190/F8EE-F9WV-GJ2D-QLQ6

    Ratelle, C.F., Vallerand, R.J., Mageau, G.A., Rousseau, F.L., & Provencher, P. (2004). When passion leads to problematic outcomes: A look at gambling. Journal of Gambling Studies, 20, 105-119. https://doi.org/10.1023/B:JOGS.0000022304.96042.e6

    Pushkar, D., Arbuckle, T., Rousseau, F.L., & Bourque, P. (2003). La perception des aînés sur le vieillissement réussi [Successful aging: The eye of the beholder]. Revue Québécoise de psychologie, 24, 155-174. https://oraprdnt.uqtr.uquebec.ca/portail/docs/RQP/$1935-50/N/N/2003/24/3/-/tableMatieres/F135900181_24__3__Table_des_matieres.pdf

    Rousseau, F.L., & Vallerand, R.J. (2003). Le rôle de la passion sur le bien-être subjectif des aînés [The role of passion on the subjective well-being of seniors]. Revue Québécoise de psychologie, 24, 197-212. https://oraprdnt.uqtr.uquebec.ca/portail/docs/RQP/$1935-50/N/N/2003/24/3/-/tableMatieres/F135900181_24__3__Table_des_matieres.pdf

    Rousseau, F.L., Vallerand, R.J., Ratelle, C.F., Mageau, G.A., & Provencher, P.J. (2002). Passion and Gambling: On the validation of the Gambling Passion Scale (GPS). Journal of Gambling Studies, 18, 45-66. https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1014532229487

    Vallerand, R.J., & Rousseau, F.L. (2001). Intrinsic and extrinsic motivation in sport and exercise: A review using the Hierarchical model. In R. N. Singer, H. A. Hausenblas, & C. M. Janelle (Eds.), Handbook of sport psychology, (2nd ed., pp. 389-416). New York: John Wiley & Sons.

    Rousseau, F.L., & Vallerand, R.J. (2000). Does motivation mediate the influence of social factors on educational consequences? A proposed model. Psychological Reports, 87, 812-814. https://doi.org/10.2466/pr0.2000.87.3.812

    Rousseau, F.L., & McKelvie, S.J. (2000). Effects of bogus feedback on intelligence test performance. The Journal of Psychology, 134, 5-14. https://doi.org/10.1080/00223980009600844

    Rousseau, F., & Standing, L. (1995). Zero effect of crowding on arousal and performance: On "proving" the null hypothesis. Perceptual and Motor Skills, 81, 72-74. https://doi.org/10.2466/pms.1995.81.1.72

    Research Symposiums & Workshops:

    Rousseau, F. (March, 2014). Mental Health/La Santé Mentale. Health Canada, Ottawa, Canada.

    Rousseau, F.L. (January, 2004). Who decides if you are aging successfully? Centre for Research in Human Development, Concordia University, Montreal, Canada.

    Rousseau, F.L., O'Connor, B.P., & Maki, S.A. (July, 2001). Physical exercise and experienced bodily changes: The emergence of benefits and limits on benefits. World Congress of the International Association of Gerontology, Vancouver, Canada.

    Rousseau, F.L., & Vallerand, R.J. (July, 2001). A longitudinal study of the relationships among passionate activities, affect, and psychological adjustment among seniors. World Congress of the International Association of Gerontology, Vancouver, Canada.

    Rousseau, F.L., Mercier, M.-P., & Vallerand, R.J. (June, 2001). Passion, aging and psychological adjustment. Canadian Psychological Association, Quebec City, Canada.

    Vallerand, R.J., Mageau, G.A., Miquelon, P., Ratelle, C.F., Rousseau, F.L., & Provencher, P. (May, 2001). Passion et jeux de hasard et d’argent [Passion and gambling]. French Canadian Association for the Advancement of Science, Sherbrooke, Canada.

    Rousseau, F.L. (December, 2000). Passion, vieillissement et santé psychologique. [Passion, aging, and psychological health.] Université du Québec à Montréal, Montreal, Canada.

    Rousseau, F.L., Mageau, G.A., Ratelle, C.F., Vallerand, R.J., & Provencher, P.J. (May, 2000). Une approche motivationnelle de la passion au jeu [A motivational approach of passion toward gambling.] French Canadian Association for the Advancement of Science, Montreal, Canada.

    Rousseau, F. L. (December, 1999). Une approche motivationnelle de la passion chez un groupe de personnes âgées. [A motivational approach to passion among a sample of older adults.] Université du Québec à Montréal, Montreal, Canada.

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