At Clinic Altera, we believe there is always another way forward. The name Altera comes from the Latin root meaning “the other” or “another way”. It reminds us that when you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by old patterns, there are always new possibilities for growth, connection, and integration.
Founded by Amanda Hankins, MSW, on the ethos of offering compassionate, trauma-informed, accessible care designed to meet you where you are. Our services include individual, couple, family, and group therapy; psychosocial and neurobiological assessments, clinical supervision, coaching, workshops, and psychotherapy intensives. Whether you join us in person at our Montreal clinic or connect virtually through our secure, easy-to-use platform, our team is ready to connect and meet your unique needs.
Services are available in both French and English. You may choose your clinician or be thoughtfully paired with someone whose approach, expertise, and language best fit your needs and goals.
Trauma-Informed Therapy, Counselling, Coaching, Assessment & Clinical Supervision and Training in Montreal and Online Throughout Quebec, Ontario, and Beyond.
Clinic Altera
How does this work?
Step 1 - Get to know us
Meet our team, explore our bios, and check out the services we offer. Get a feel for who we are and the different ways we can support you.
Step 2 - Reach out
When you’re ready, reach out through our website, email, or phone. Share a little about what you’re looking for, therapy, counselling, groups, coaching, or supervision, or simply say, “I’m not sure yet!”
You can book a free 15-minute call to ask questions or schedule a first session with the clinician of your choice.
Not sure who’s right for you? Our Clinical Director will happily match you with someone on our team.
Step 3-Form a connection
Meet your clinician (in person at our cozy, comfy office in Montreal or virtually on our secure platform), set goals together, and start building the safe, supportive space you’ve been looking for. Growth, clarity, and connection; it all starts here with the relationship.
At Our Core We Offer
〰️
At Our Core We Offer 〰️
Psychotherapy, Counselling, Therapy Intensives, and Assessments
At Clinic Altera, our therapy or assessment services are more than an appointment. It’s a space to explore yourself, your emotions, and your relationships with curiosity, care, and depth.
Our therapists combine evidence-based and experiential methods to support healing, resilience, and connection. We honour each person’s lived experience and create a space where difference is welcomed and belonging matters.
In addition to individual, couples, family, and group therapy, we offer focused Trauma and Couples Therapy Intensives, innovative trauma-informed approaches, and clinically informed psychosocial assessments with experienced, compassionate professionals.
Sessions are available in person or online, with flexible formats to meet your needs.
Brainspotting Therapy
Assessment Services
Neuropsychological Assessments for ADHD, Cognition, Autism and PTSD
Clinical Supervision, Internships, and Trainings
Supervision is a cornerstone of ethical, reflective practice in psychotherapy and counselling. At Clinic Altera, it offers a collaborative and supportive space for clinicians to deepen their skills, navigate complex cases, and grow with confidence and care.
Our supervisors are experienced psychotherapists and social workers with extensive backgrounds in psychotherapy, psychosocial assessment, and psychoeducation. We value curiosity, authenticity, and ongoing learning, welcoming clinicians from diverse backgrounds and orientations, including psychodynamic, relational, experiential, humanistic, and systemic approaches.
As a teaching and training clinic, Clinic Altera also provides structured internships for emerging professionals, including psychotherapy placements that fulfill OPQ requirements and graduate-level social work and counselling internships.
Clinic Altera’s Relational Leadership and Executive Coaching model supports healthcare providers, high performers, executives, leaders, and mental health professionals who want to lead with greater effectiveness and sustainability while preventing burnout along the way.
We also offer coaching for parents and individuals seeking to better understand their social and emotional needs, regulate anger or emotional reactivity, and parent with confidence and compassion. These sessions foster self-awareness, expand capacity, and nurture healthier patterns of focus, motivation, and communication.
Coaching packages are available for individuals, families, and teams, with flexible formats tailored to your goals. Services are offered virtually from anywhere or in person in Montreal.
Coaching for Leaders, Clinicians, Parents, and ADHD Support
We also offer….
In addition to our core clinical and coaching services, we offer complementary programs and supports designed to meet the diverse needs of individuals, families, and organizations. These resources provide practical tools, learning opportunities, and specialized guidance to foster growth, well-being, and resilience. They are created to advance understanding of trauma-informed care, provide accessible support for healing, de-stigmatize therapy, and engage both the clinical community and the public through evidence-based interventions, education, exposure to ongoing research, as well as insights shared through the Altera Blog
Corporate and Workplace Services
Workplace Trainings – Programs designed to strengthen skills, leadership, team dynamics, and trauma-informed practices.
Workplace Crisis Management and Support – Assistance in navigating challenging events and promoting resilience.
The Healing Hub - Evergreen Training Content and Psychoeducation.
Psychoeducational Downloadable Materials – Evidence-based resources for clinicians, individuals, families, and organizations.
Psychoeducation Programs – Self-paced, evergreen content covering topics such as postpartum mom rage and anxiety support, anger management, parenting support, relational leadership, and communication skills.
Continuing Education for Mental Health and Healthcare Professionals – Live programs throughout the year and a library of evergreen content for ongoing learning and professional growth.
Safe and Sound Listening Therapy – An evidence-based subscription program designed to support emotional regulation, build resilience, and enhance relational connection.
Access our full library of evergreen trainings, psychoeducation programs, downloadable resources, and workshops in one place through The Healing Hub.
Speaking and Consulting
Amanda Hankins, Clinical Director and Founder, is an experienced workshop leader, public speaker, and consultant with expertise in program and training development at universities and beyond. Schedule her for an event, conference, podcast, or custom training.
Public Speaking – Presentations on mental health, leadership development, corporate culture, employee wellness, and relational skills.
Corporate Consulting – Guidance on employee and team wellness, trauma-informed practices, leadership development, sexual harassment prevention, diversity and inclusion, cross-cultural communication, motivational interviewing, and non-violent communication.
