Therapists in Kanata, ON
Expressive Arts Therapy Ottawa
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kanata, ON K2L
Now accepting new clients! Each of us has had relational experiences that have left us feeling discomfort, insecure or unhappy. I am here to walk with you through this journey of exploring yourself and depending the understanding of your patterns and response through an attachment/ relational therapy and expressive arts lens - both through talk therapy and creating art, or a combination of the two working within your comfort. I have many years experience working with anxiety and depression, as well as trauma/ stress responses. If you find yourself stuck and wanting to explore, please contact us and see if we’re the right fit for you
Now accepting new clients! Each of us has had relational experiences that have left us feeling discomfort, insecure or unhappy. I am here to walk with you through this journey of exploring yourself and depending the understanding of your patterns and response through an attachment/ relational therapy and expressive arts lens - both through talk therapy and creating art, or a combination of the two working within your comfort. I have many years experience working with anxiety and depression, as well as trauma/ stress responses. If you find yourself stuck and wanting to explore, please contact us and see if we’re the right fit for you
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Catherine Anne Kilbride
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, OCT, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2H
I accompany clients from a place of compassion, creativity, warmth, and humour as they move from the wounds of interpersonal, systemic, and intergenerational trauma (e.g., neglect, identity-based violence, childhood or intimate partner violence, premature death) towards fulfilling lives rooted in posttraumatic growth. In addition to working with clients who have experienced trauma and its related effects, I also work with clients who identify as experiencing stress (including anxiety disorders), sadness or depression, persistent guilt and shame, life transitions, grief, and existential questions related to life purpose and identity.
I accompany clients from a place of compassion, creativity, warmth, and humour as they move from the wounds of interpersonal, systemic, and intergenerational trauma (e.g., neglect, identity-based violence, childhood or intimate partner violence, premature death) towards fulfilling lives rooted in posttraumatic growth. In addition to working with clients who have experienced trauma and its related effects, I also work with clients who identify as experiencing stress (including anxiety disorders), sadness or depression, persistent guilt and shame, life transitions, grief, and existential questions related to life purpose and identity.
Kelsey Voth
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nepean, ON K2B
As humans, growth is our birthright. It guides our everyday choices and interactions and ultimately leads us to live in ways that feel peaceful, free, and aligned with our values. But it's really hard to grow when we're overwhelmed or in "survival mode." If you're tired of just going through the motions - feeling empty, numb, disconnected, or out of control - I would be honoured to partner with you on your journey back to yourself, whether that includes working through things that happened in the past or exploring the path forward.
As humans, growth is our birthright. It guides our everyday choices and interactions and ultimately leads us to live in ways that feel peaceful, free, and aligned with our values. But it's really hard to grow when we're overwhelmed or in "survival mode." If you're tired of just going through the motions - feeling empty, numb, disconnected, or out of control - I would be honoured to partner with you on your journey back to yourself, whether that includes working through things that happened in the past or exploring the path forward.
Elizabeth Anne Reynolds
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2H (Online Only)
My psychotherapy and counselling practice offers individuals, couples, and families (18 and up) expertise to support them as together we explore how to navigate the challenges of life. As a Registered Psychotherapist who respects individual perspectives for finding direction, growth and healing, I support those dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, anger, self-worth concerns, and relationship issues.
My psychotherapy and counselling practice offers individuals, couples, and families (18 and up) expertise to support them as together we explore how to navigate the challenges of life. As a Registered Psychotherapist who respects individual perspectives for finding direction, growth and healing, I support those dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, anger, self-worth concerns, and relationship issues.
Jessica Ng
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nepean, ON K2J (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Communicating with your partner is hard. You replay arguments over and over. You feel criticized by your partner and do not feel heard. The idea of voicing your needs feels overwhelming and frustrating. As time has passed, talking to your partner has become minimal. There is less sharing of your feelings due to feelings of disappointment of not being heard. Your partner and you feel disconnected and lack communication. You are exhausted at working so hard to have a genuine relationship and it feels like nothing is working. What you want is to feel you can confide in your partner, feel loved, feel heard and supported.
Communicating with your partner is hard. You replay arguments over and over. You feel criticized by your partner and do not feel heard. The idea of voicing your needs feels overwhelming and frustrating. As time has passed, talking to your partner has become minimal. There is less sharing of your feelings due to feelings of disappointment of not being heard. Your partner and you feel disconnected and lack communication. You are exhausted at working so hard to have a genuine relationship and it feels like nothing is working. What you want is to feel you can confide in your partner, feel loved, feel heard and supported.
Online Therapists
Amy Steiginga
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MDiv
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Napanee, ON K7R
Psychotherapy with me is specifically personalized to fit you and what you need. Areas I can help you with include: Anxiety, Grief, Decision-Making, Life Transitions, Burnout, and Chronic Illness Management, like Type One Diabetes (I am a fellow T1D). Together, we will walk through your concerns, create space for you to be heard, and determine together what it is that you want out of therapy. We will work to meet those goals in an individualized way that best helps you.
Psychotherapy with me is specifically personalized to fit you and what you need. Areas I can help you with include: Anxiety, Grief, Decision-Making, Life Transitions, Burnout, and Chronic Illness Management, like Type One Diabetes (I am a fellow T1D). Together, we will walk through your concerns, create space for you to be heard, and determine together what it is that you want out of therapy. We will work to meet those goals in an individualized way that best helps you.
Changes Counselling and Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP(Q), CCPA
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1S
Is there something you'd like to say to someone, but you're too afraid to say it? Has Life had its way with you, turning your world upside-down? Or have different stressors accumulated over the years, leaving you feeling burdened? Whatever the problem, if there's something you'd like to change in your life, then Changes Counselling and Psychotherapy is here for you. Changes is for individuals and couples who dare to say something new, to consider the impossible, and to make new choices.
Is there something you'd like to say to someone, but you're too afraid to say it? Has Life had its way with you, turning your world upside-down? Or have different stressors accumulated over the years, leaving you feeling burdened? Whatever the problem, if there's something you'd like to change in your life, then Changes Counselling and Psychotherapy is here for you. Changes is for individuals and couples who dare to say something new, to consider the impossible, and to make new choices.
Amarylis Serrano Juárez
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1S (Online Only)
Life's challenges can leave us feeling anxious and disconnected from the fulfilling life we desire. Has your life become too overwhelming and stressful to manage alone? Whether it's navigating relationships, anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma, therapy can be a transformative journey toward reclaiming your sense of self. As a trauma-informed therapist and Cuban immigrant, I specialize in working with diverse populations, including newcomers to Canada and BIPOC individuals. Let's create a treatment plan together that honours your unique goals, in a space where your preferred language is respected and cultural humility is paramount.
Life's challenges can leave us feeling anxious and disconnected from the fulfilling life we desire. Has your life become too overwhelming and stressful to manage alone? Whether it's navigating relationships, anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma, therapy can be a transformative journey toward reclaiming your sense of self. As a trauma-informed therapist and Cuban immigrant, I specialize in working with diverse populations, including newcomers to Canada and BIPOC individuals. Let's create a treatment plan together that honours your unique goals, in a space where your preferred language is respected and cultural humility is paramount.
Christopher Lee Chang-Duffet
Registered Psychotherapist, MBA , RP Q, Qaulify
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1S
One day, I looked in the mirror and didn't recognize myself. I've spent the last decade learning to let go of what doesn't fit in my life, what isn't authentic, and rebuilding myself from the ground up, physically, mentally, emotionally, socially, and spiritually, so that life can be lived with purpose and a joy to share with others. During this time, I have learned the fundamentals of how to heal violent trauma and live with autism, the source of tremendous anxiety, depression, and suffering in my life. I'm here to help others who have similarly struggled.
One day, I looked in the mirror and didn't recognize myself. I've spent the last decade learning to let go of what doesn't fit in my life, what isn't authentic, and rebuilding myself from the ground up, physically, mentally, emotionally, socially, and spiritually, so that life can be lived with purpose and a joy to share with others. During this time, I have learned the fundamentals of how to heal violent trauma and live with autism, the source of tremendous anxiety, depression, and suffering in my life. I'm here to help others who have similarly struggled.
Mary Jane Beavis
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1S (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
It takes courage to begin taking steps toward starting therapy. Has your life become too overwhelming and stressful to manage alone? Are you grieving? Trust me, I have been there too, and feeling anxious and fearful is normal. As your therapist, I will walk with you on your healing journey. A safe and supportive ambiance would be created where we can share openly and address your concerns. I would like to help you, especially if you are experiencing relationship/identity issues, anxiety, grief, or trauma. If you are open to working with me, together we could develop a personalized treatment plan that aligns with your unique goals.
It takes courage to begin taking steps toward starting therapy. Has your life become too overwhelming and stressful to manage alone? Are you grieving? Trust me, I have been there too, and feeling anxious and fearful is normal. As your therapist, I will walk with you on your healing journey. A safe and supportive ambiance would be created where we can share openly and address your concerns. I would like to help you, especially if you are experiencing relationship/identity issues, anxiety, grief, or trauma. If you are open to working with me, together we could develop a personalized treatment plan that aligns with your unique goals.
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Nearby Attachment-based Counsellors Searches for Kanata
- Arnprior
- Carleton Place
- Cumberland
- Gloucester
- Greely
- Kemptville
- Manotick
- Nepean
- Orleans
- Ottawa
- Russell
- Stittsville
Attachment-based Counsellors
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.