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Sandra J Forbes
Registered Social Worker, RSW, CRPO
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kanata, ON K2K
People who feel low, anxious, and/or are tired of arguing can make a change. I am a registered therapist, social worker and coach. If repetitive patterns are draining you, I can help. For over 30 yrs I have helped individuals, couples and families overcome personal challenges and deepen their relationships. I offer Systemic, Cognitive Behavioural (CBT), Emotionally Focussed and other therapeutic approaches to help people, stretch personal and relationship muscles, in order to make changes that are central to their lives.
People who feel low, anxious, and/or are tired of arguing can make a change. I am a registered therapist, social worker and coach. If repetitive patterns are draining you, I can help. For over 30 yrs I have helped individuals, couples and families overcome personal challenges and deepen their relationships. I offer Systemic, Cognitive Behavioural (CBT), Emotionally Focussed and other therapeutic approaches to help people, stretch personal and relationship muscles, in order to make changes that are central to their lives.
(343) 453-2123 View (343) 453-2123
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Heather Sansom
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
Kanata, ON K2M  (Online Only)
Currently limited space for new clients. Please email to inquire. Services bilingues. Convenient, virtual options for individuals, couples, youth, rural residents. Insurance covered. In addition to common concerns like stress, anxiety, and depression, I have experience with health crisis, grief, life change, PTSD, trauma, burnout, eating/body issues, autism/ADHD. You can rebuild, thrive, and find joy again. I take a whole-person and strengths-based approach.
Currently limited space for new clients. Please email to inquire. Services bilingues. Convenient, virtual options for individuals, couples, youth, rural residents. Insurance covered. In addition to common concerns like stress, anxiety, and depression, I have experience with health crisis, grief, life change, PTSD, trauma, burnout, eating/body issues, autism/ADHD. You can rebuild, thrive, and find joy again. I take a whole-person and strengths-based approach.
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Phaedra Gryz
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Kanata, ON K2M
Accepting new clients. We all struggle at one time or another, facing challenges that make us wonder where to turn. Seeking therapy can be an extremely rewarding experience as you learn to navigate these challenges and uncover your strengths while taking strides towards your ideal self. I work with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, with a specialization in life transitions and perinatal mental health. My approach is empathic, and non-judgemental with a strong client focus. I utilize techniques from positive psychology, narrative therapy, CBT, as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Accepting new clients. We all struggle at one time or another, facing challenges that make us wonder where to turn. Seeking therapy can be an extremely rewarding experience as you learn to navigate these challenges and uncover your strengths while taking strides towards your ideal self. I work with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, with a specialization in life transitions and perinatal mental health. My approach is empathic, and non-judgemental with a strong client focus. I utilize techniques from positive psychology, narrative therapy, CBT, as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
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Devka Andotra
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kanata, ON K2K  (Online Only)
Sometimes life can become riddled with many difficulties, and we may need a guiding hand to help diffuse our troubles and rediscover our deepest personal meanings and values. As a therapist, I help you face your tough battles whether they stem from the past, present or future. I strive to help you tap into your inner world, and rediscover yourself through your strengths. I understand that painful or stressful situations can leave one feeling out of control, or in chaos. I will support you by hearing your pain, empowering you, and working towards meaningful changes to alleviate that hardship.
Sometimes life can become riddled with many difficulties, and we may need a guiding hand to help diffuse our troubles and rediscover our deepest personal meanings and values. As a therapist, I help you face your tough battles whether they stem from the past, present or future. I strive to help you tap into your inner world, and rediscover yourself through your strengths. I understand that painful or stressful situations can leave one feeling out of control, or in chaos. I will support you by hearing your pain, empowering you, and working towards meaningful changes to alleviate that hardship.
(343) 306-0470 View (343) 306-0470

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Lucie Ritchie & Heal Psychotherapy Inc.
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Nepean, ON K2R
The impacts of trauma rewire the brain and nervous system to experience the world as a threatening place. This adaptation alters how we relate to ourselves and others, and it leads us away from authentic identity. Trauma, whether big or small, includes events like past childhood abuse, emotional neglect, violence, grief, rejection, chronic pain and illness, to name a few. You may become stressed, anxious, experience intrusive thoughts, fear, and rage. You may feel alone, easily triggered, trapped, and like there’s a void within—like you just can’t be yourself again. Yet, you have no clue that it all stems from unprocessed trauma.
The impacts of trauma rewire the brain and nervous system to experience the world as a threatening place. This adaptation alters how we relate to ourselves and others, and it leads us away from authentic identity. Trauma, whether big or small, includes events like past childhood abuse, emotional neglect, violence, grief, rejection, chronic pain and illness, to name a few. You may become stressed, anxious, experience intrusive thoughts, fear, and rage. You may feel alone, easily triggered, trapped, and like there’s a void within—like you just can’t be yourself again. Yet, you have no clue that it all stems from unprocessed trauma.
(289) 271-1845 View (289) 271-1845

Online Therapists

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Uniquely You Counselling and Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, Hons BA, MPH, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1P  (Online Only)
Are you exhausted with all of what you're struggling to manage? Has your worry gotten to a point that it seems to be taking over your life? Perhaps your anger has been deemed out of control. Whether it's stress, anxiety, depression, anger, sadness, or grief, I am here to help you work through the experiences and meanings of these emotions. Most importantly, in a productive and positive way. If it's relationship trouble, family conflict, or even workplace drama, we can work together to find solutions where possible; and, coping techniques throughout.
Are you exhausted with all of what you're struggling to manage? Has your worry gotten to a point that it seems to be taking over your life? Perhaps your anger has been deemed out of control. Whether it's stress, anxiety, depression, anger, sadness, or grief, I am here to help you work through the experiences and meanings of these emotions. Most importantly, in a productive and positive way. If it's relationship trouble, family conflict, or even workplace drama, we can work together to find solutions where possible; and, coping techniques throughout.
(705) 415-2780 View (705) 415-2780
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Martha Njoku
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1H
Life can be challenging, and we commonly face difficulties in our personal lives, relationships, family, and career. These challenges can be overwhelming and make finding joy in life hard. But healing and finding peace and happiness is possible with the right support. My practice operates on the belief that we all possess the inner wisdom to guide us through life's journey. By working together, we can tap into your inner strength and knowledge to help you gain clarity, heal from past wounds, and improve your mental well-being. So, I can support you in gaining clarity to repair the past and restore peace to your present situation.
Life can be challenging, and we commonly face difficulties in our personal lives, relationships, family, and career. These challenges can be overwhelming and make finding joy in life hard. But healing and finding peace and happiness is possible with the right support. My practice operates on the belief that we all possess the inner wisdom to guide us through life's journey. By working together, we can tap into your inner strength and knowledge to help you gain clarity, heal from past wounds, and improve your mental well-being. So, I can support you in gaining clarity to repair the past and restore peace to your present situation.
(343) 304-0901 View (343) 304-0901
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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.
(343) 341-4968 View (343) 341-4968
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Kwaku Boafo
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1S
Currently Accepting Clients! If you’re reading this – I want you to know that you are valued, your story deserves to be heard, and deep beneath those layers, you possess every seed of change! Life was never meant to be “uncomplicated”, after all, aren’t we all complex and dynamic individuals who experience self discovery each and every day? I believe we all have strengths and inner resources to work on challenging goals, improve relationships, and develop healthy tools to navigate future uncertainties. Taking those initial steps towards self-improvement and healing is a bold and noteworthy step!
Currently Accepting Clients! If you’re reading this – I want you to know that you are valued, your story deserves to be heard, and deep beneath those layers, you possess every seed of change! Life was never meant to be “uncomplicated”, after all, aren’t we all complex and dynamic individuals who experience self discovery each and every day? I believe we all have strengths and inner resources to work on challenging goals, improve relationships, and develop healthy tools to navigate future uncertainties. Taking those initial steps towards self-improvement and healing is a bold and noteworthy step!
(343) 453-1914 View (343) 453-1914
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Melanie Herweyer
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kemptville, ON K0G
Currently accepting adult clients only. I supervise 2 therapists who work with children 4+ and are accepting new clients. I am trained to work with individuals; children (4+), preteens, teens and adults (18+). My approach is collaborative, compassionate and empathic. I offer a safe space for exploration and therapeutic relationship. I welcome clients struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, a history of trauma, work/life balance or burnout, relationship struggles or just looking to grow personally. Connect with me today to set up an appointment!
Currently accepting adult clients only. I supervise 2 therapists who work with children 4+ and are accepting new clients. I am trained to work with individuals; children (4+), preteens, teens and adults (18+). My approach is collaborative, compassionate and empathic. I offer a safe space for exploration and therapeutic relationship. I welcome clients struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, a history of trauma, work/life balance or burnout, relationship struggles or just looking to grow personally. Connect with me today to set up an appointment!
(343) 300-3155 View (343) 300-3155
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Cher Canonizado
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1K  (Online Only)
Hi There! I'm a registered social worker & psychotherapist with KB & Associates, providing psychotherapy online all across Ontario. I have 13+ years of experience supporting people in reaching their version of a balanced and happy life. I believe that the most important part of therapy is that those I meet with feel a genuine sense of care and compassion. This is why I meet clients with a very relaxed, friendly and adaptable approach. Work with clients is always trauma informed, client-centered and client-directed. Put simply, you tell me where you want to go on this journey called ‘therapy’ and I’ll work with you to get there.
Hi There! I'm a registered social worker & psychotherapist with KB & Associates, providing psychotherapy online all across Ontario. I have 13+ years of experience supporting people in reaching their version of a balanced and happy life. I believe that the most important part of therapy is that those I meet with feel a genuine sense of care and compassion. This is why I meet clients with a very relaxed, friendly and adaptable approach. Work with clients is always trauma informed, client-centered and client-directed. Put simply, you tell me where you want to go on this journey called ‘therapy’ and I’ll work with you to get there.
(855) 551-0499 View (855) 551-0499
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Angie Nehring
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1K
Waitlist for new clients
Are you facing a life that somehow seems like it’s not your own? Struggling with challenging emotions, circumstances that are out of your control, or a surprising diagnosis are just some of the reasons you may be feeling like a stranger in your own life. I have been where you are. I know the fear and confusion of feeling stuck in a story that doesn’t feel right. I offer counselling that provides a different perspective and new ways to put tools into practice. I will work alongside you on your path of hope and healing.
Are you facing a life that somehow seems like it’s not your own? Struggling with challenging emotions, circumstances that are out of your control, or a surprising diagnosis are just some of the reasons you may be feeling like a stranger in your own life. I have been where you are. I know the fear and confusion of feeling stuck in a story that doesn’t feel right. I offer counselling that provides a different perspective and new ways to put tools into practice. I will work alongside you on your path of hope and healing.
(613) 704-8394 View (613) 704-8394
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Jaswir Dhillon
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1P  (Online Only)
I work with individuals and couples who are experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationship challenges, and career and workplace difficulties. I specialize in the treatment of childhood and intergenerational trauma. I can help you calm dysregulated nervous system responses, deepen your understanding of yourself, increase emotional awareness and improve emotional regulation, work with you to confront and shift self-limiting beliefs and response patterns, and help you cultivate self-acceptance and self-love.
I work with individuals and couples who are experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationship challenges, and career and workplace difficulties. I specialize in the treatment of childhood and intergenerational trauma. I can help you calm dysregulated nervous system responses, deepen your understanding of yourself, increase emotional awareness and improve emotional regulation, work with you to confront and shift self-limiting beliefs and response patterns, and help you cultivate self-acceptance and self-love.
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Unwavering Hope Clinical Services
Registered Social Worker, SSW, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Kemptville, ON K0G
Congratulations on taking the steps towards healing and restoration. Here at Unwavering Hope we strive to deliver compassionate and empathetic counselling and clinical services in working with the client in finding their inner strength and abilities and expanding on those for success. Working from many different therapeutic lenses through continued education such as trauma care, marriage and family counselling, the inner child and complicated grief, we believe every individual is capable to succeed and breakthrough their past current and future challenges/struggles.
Congratulations on taking the steps towards healing and restoration. Here at Unwavering Hope we strive to deliver compassionate and empathetic counselling and clinical services in working with the client in finding their inner strength and abilities and expanding on those for success. Working from many different therapeutic lenses through continued education such as trauma care, marriage and family counselling, the inner child and complicated grief, we believe every individual is capable to succeed and breakthrough their past current and future challenges/struggles.
(343) 338-5587 View (343) 338-5587

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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.