Therapists in Ottawa, ON
Daphné Bailliu-Chaloux
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP, MACP, BSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1R
Are you feeling stuck, hopeless, and weighed down by life? Do you experience feelings of anxiety, depression, and loneliness? You don't have to navigate these difficult experiences alone. Counselling therapy can help you create a fuller, more meaningful life and give you the tools necessary to cope with the inevitable challenges. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to start your healing journey. Together, we can help you shift and move towards what matters most to you.
Are you feeling stuck, hopeless, and weighed down by life? Do you experience feelings of anxiety, depression, and loneliness? You don't have to navigate these difficult experiences alone. Counselling therapy can help you create a fuller, more meaningful life and give you the tools necessary to cope with the inevitable challenges. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to start your healing journey. Together, we can help you shift and move towards what matters most to you.
Counselling with Compassion - Sofia Lopoukhine
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2P (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
No new clients -Are you overwhelmed by your situation, thoughts or feelings and unsure how to move forward? Every person is unique and even though you might be struggling with something "common," I believe in tailoring therapy to your unique needs and challenges. In an encouraging manner we will collaboratively work towards your goals. My flexible approach integrates various well-researched psychological theories and processes such as self-compassion, positive psychology and mindfulness to help facilitate the meaningful change you seek. I look forward to hearing from you as you take the next step on your path towards self-discovery.
No new clients -Are you overwhelmed by your situation, thoughts or feelings and unsure how to move forward? Every person is unique and even though you might be struggling with something "common," I believe in tailoring therapy to your unique needs and challenges. In an encouraging manner we will collaboratively work towards your goals. My flexible approach integrates various well-researched psychological theories and processes such as self-compassion, positive psychology and mindfulness to help facilitate the meaningful change you seek. I look forward to hearing from you as you take the next step on your path towards self-discovery.
Megan Woods
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1K (Online Only)
Are you feeling disconnected and disoriented about how to move forward in your life? Perhaps change has swept through your world and left you in disarray, picking up the pieces and trying to return to a time or place when you felt you had it all together and you knew who you were. Whether it’s an identity crisis, a struggle to adapt to a new role or a profound sense of loss, change often happens in ways that can leave us feeling disempowered and alienated from our own lives. While distressing, change can often be a powerful time to reinvent ourselves in a more authentic way. Psychotherapy and inner work are a pathway through.
Are you feeling disconnected and disoriented about how to move forward in your life? Perhaps change has swept through your world and left you in disarray, picking up the pieces and trying to return to a time or place when you felt you had it all together and you knew who you were. Whether it’s an identity crisis, a struggle to adapt to a new role or a profound sense of loss, change often happens in ways that can leave us feeling disempowered and alienated from our own lives. While distressing, change can often be a powerful time to reinvent ourselves in a more authentic way. Psychotherapy and inner work are a pathway through.
Josée Sovinsky
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1V (Online Only)
As a therapist, I'm here to provide compassionate and non-judgmental support as you navigate challenges. I can work with you to explore what is most important to you, to relate to yourself and the world differently, to explore your identity, and to draw on your strengths. My approach is gentle and collaborative and I see you as the expert of your own life. In our work together, I draw on my own humanity to help you feel heard, respected, and cared about. As a bi, genderqueer, neurodivergent, and feminist therapist, I tend to be a good fit for people who care about social justice and who embrace inclusive and progressive values.
As a therapist, I'm here to provide compassionate and non-judgmental support as you navigate challenges. I can work with you to explore what is most important to you, to relate to yourself and the world differently, to explore your identity, and to draw on your strengths. My approach is gentle and collaborative and I see you as the expert of your own life. In our work together, I draw on my own humanity to help you feel heard, respected, and cared about. As a bi, genderqueer, neurodivergent, and feminist therapist, I tend to be a good fit for people who care about social justice and who embrace inclusive and progressive values.
Sherridon Parcells
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2H (Online Only)
Feeling stressed, anxious or struggling with low mood and/or depression? Ready to take the initial step in feeling better? For many people at some point in their lives, they might feel that something is too challenging to manage and overcome. These situations can sometimes lead to feeling hopeless, stuck and defeated. As a registered psychotherapist, I am trained in supporting people to overcome some of life’s most challenging situations through cultivating a warm, non-judgmental, empathic and compassionate environment as well as drawing on evidence based therapeutic approaches, modalities and interventions.
Feeling stressed, anxious or struggling with low mood and/or depression? Ready to take the initial step in feeling better? For many people at some point in their lives, they might feel that something is too challenging to manage and overcome. These situations can sometimes lead to feeling hopeless, stuck and defeated. As a registered psychotherapist, I am trained in supporting people to overcome some of life’s most challenging situations through cultivating a warm, non-judgmental, empathic and compassionate environment as well as drawing on evidence based therapeutic approaches, modalities and interventions.
Yumna Gill
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2E
I believe in providing a collaborative and culturally sensitive therapeutic environment. On your journey of healing and mental wellness, I want to support you in empowering yourself, improve relationships, and achieve personal growth. I strive to listen and adopt a non-judgemental stance in my therapeutic work. I have worked with individuals of all ages, backgrounds and ethnicities and in various settings including schools, health care and in the community.
I believe in providing a collaborative and culturally sensitive therapeutic environment. On your journey of healing and mental wellness, I want to support you in empowering yourself, improve relationships, and achieve personal growth. I strive to listen and adopt a non-judgemental stance in my therapeutic work. I have worked with individuals of all ages, backgrounds and ethnicities and in various settings including schools, health care and in the community.
Nurture Ottawa
Registered Social Worker
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1Z
Nurture Ottawa is dedicated to compassionately supporting and nurturing your grief or caregiver experience. If you are sad, hurt, worried or overwhelmed by grief, loss, life transitions, stress or anxiety, Nurture Ottawa can help you.
Nurture Ottawa is dedicated to compassionately supporting and nurturing your grief or caregiver experience. If you are sad, hurt, worried or overwhelmed by grief, loss, life transitions, stress or anxiety, Nurture Ottawa can help you.
Laurel McCloskey
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2H
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling stuck in your relationships or with your feelings? We all experience challenges at times and have normal periods of ups and downs. The difficulty is when we feel stuck – either in a particular mood state (such as depression or anxiety), in our reactions to triggers, or in our relationships. I approach counselling as a creative and collaborative process to tap into your innate wisdom, access your inner resources, and develop healthy coping strategies in a safe and supportive environment. I will see your strengths as well as your struggles. My goal is to guide you as you discover the path that is best for you.
Are you feeling stuck in your relationships or with your feelings? We all experience challenges at times and have normal periods of ups and downs. The difficulty is when we feel stuck – either in a particular mood state (such as depression or anxiety), in our reactions to triggers, or in our relationships. I approach counselling as a creative and collaborative process to tap into your innate wisdom, access your inner resources, and develop healthy coping strategies in a safe and supportive environment. I will see your strengths as well as your struggles. My goal is to guide you as you discover the path that is best for you.
Sundus Jan
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2J (Online Only)
Welcome! As your therapist, I am committed to supporting you in understanding your needs to make positive changes in your life through identifying space for growth and healing, insight, practical tools and empowering you to reconnect with your strengths. Together, we will achieve this by creating a path aligned with your values and principles. I am a trauma-informed practitioner and therefore resonate with modalities crucial for processing, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Internal Family systems, & Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (incorporating polyvagal theory & mindfulness).
Welcome! As your therapist, I am committed to supporting you in understanding your needs to make positive changes in your life through identifying space for growth and healing, insight, practical tools and empowering you to reconnect with your strengths. Together, we will achieve this by creating a path aligned with your values and principles. I am a trauma-informed practitioner and therefore resonate with modalities crucial for processing, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Internal Family systems, & Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (incorporating polyvagal theory & mindfulness).
Kamala Pilgrim
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych, CYT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1G (Online Only)
I am a Ph.D. registered, clinical psychologist offering treatment for anxiety, trauma and stress-related disorders, depression, burn-out, life transitions, interpersonal/relational challenges, and low self-esteem. I am trained in empirically-validated approaches: Contemplative and Mindfulness-aimed, Somatically-oriented, Cognitive Behavioural and Acceptance and Commitment-based, Compassion-focused, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and Prolonged Exposure therapies. As a certified Yoga teacher and student, I integrate mind-body awareness and related conceptualizations and exercises, as deemed appropriate.
I am a Ph.D. registered, clinical psychologist offering treatment for anxiety, trauma and stress-related disorders, depression, burn-out, life transitions, interpersonal/relational challenges, and low self-esteem. I am trained in empirically-validated approaches: Contemplative and Mindfulness-aimed, Somatically-oriented, Cognitive Behavioural and Acceptance and Commitment-based, Compassion-focused, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and Prolonged Exposure therapies. As a certified Yoga teacher and student, I integrate mind-body awareness and related conceptualizations and exercises, as deemed appropriate.
Jumana Daibl
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BS, MA, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2C (Online Only)
True life is lived when little changes occur. I sincerely believe change is possible in all of us with the support and proper guidance. Everyone possesses the tools they need to heal and fully realize their life's ambitions. I believe in empowering you to develop your own toolbox of strategies and skills to find strength, resilience and emotional growth. With the proper tool, every issue can be solved
True life is lived when little changes occur. I sincerely believe change is possible in all of us with the support and proper guidance. Everyone possesses the tools they need to heal and fully realize their life's ambitions. I believe in empowering you to develop your own toolbox of strategies and skills to find strength, resilience and emotional growth. With the proper tool, every issue can be solved
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Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2P
I provide psychotherapy services to adults (18+) facing various personal challenges. I firmly believe in a client-centred approach, emphasizing unconditional acceptance as the foundation of trust in therapy. My ultimate goal is to create a healing and empowering therapeutic environment in which strong therapeutic bonds are created to nurture personal growth and well-being. I believe every individual has the potential to achieve a fulfilling and meaningful life.
I provide psychotherapy services to adults (18+) facing various personal challenges. I firmly believe in a client-centred approach, emphasizing unconditional acceptance as the foundation of trust in therapy. My ultimate goal is to create a healing and empowering therapeutic environment in which strong therapeutic bonds are created to nurture personal growth and well-being. I believe every individual has the potential to achieve a fulfilling and meaningful life.
Levi Riven
Psychologist, PhD, C Psyc
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2P
We all confront difficult challenges in life. We all go through times when our deepest fears and insecurities surface and wield control over our thoughts and actions, while our strengths and values fade out of focus and out of reach. We may be flooded with unwanted and worrisome thoughts; experience intense negative emotions; feel lonely and isolated from others, become increasingly unmotivated and unproductive; and develop difficulties sleeping, concentrating, and finding fulfillment in life. If you are going through a period of suffering, this is part of what makes you human.
We all confront difficult challenges in life. We all go through times when our deepest fears and insecurities surface and wield control over our thoughts and actions, while our strengths and values fade out of focus and out of reach. We may be flooded with unwanted and worrisome thoughts; experience intense negative emotions; feel lonely and isolated from others, become increasingly unmotivated and unproductive; and develop difficulties sleeping, concentrating, and finding fulfillment in life. If you are going through a period of suffering, this is part of what makes you human.
Lisa M. McRae
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K4A
Waitlist for new clients
If you're struggling in your life or in your relationship due to stressful life events or overwhelming emotions, then psychotherapy may be the key to helping you overcome these difficulties. I am a bilingual (English / français) Registered Psychotherapist with several years of clinical experience of working with youth (14-24 y.o.), adults (25 y.o. +) and couples. I offer both individual and couples counselling, with a specialization in Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Attachment disorders, Personality Disorders and Critical Self-Talk.
If you're struggling in your life or in your relationship due to stressful life events or overwhelming emotions, then psychotherapy may be the key to helping you overcome these difficulties. I am a bilingual (English / français) Registered Psychotherapist with several years of clinical experience of working with youth (14-24 y.o.), adults (25 y.o. +) and couples. I offer both individual and couples counselling, with a specialization in Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Attachment disorders, Personality Disorders and Critical Self-Talk.
Genevieve LeBlanc
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1Y
Not accepting new clients
Whether you have struggled to cope with challenges in your life, feel overwhelmed, unsure what to do, or stuck, coming to therapy can be hard. You may feel like you worry constantly, have a hard time connecting with other people, struggle with understanding your own gender or sexual identity, don't have control of your emotions, or like you're drowning under stress. Whether you have a history of interpersonal trauma or not, we all have patterns that get in the way of living our lives to the fullest.
Whether you have struggled to cope with challenges in your life, feel overwhelmed, unsure what to do, or stuck, coming to therapy can be hard. You may feel like you worry constantly, have a hard time connecting with other people, struggle with understanding your own gender or sexual identity, don't have control of your emotions, or like you're drowning under stress. Whether you have a history of interpersonal trauma or not, we all have patterns that get in the way of living our lives to the fullest.
Vicky Green
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2H (Online Only)
My approach to healing is one based on respect, safety and being nonjudgmental. I believe that you are the expert in your own life. I bring therapeutic context. I use an eclectic approach based on your needs including, narrative, trauma-informed, strength-based, and solution-focused therapies. I value working collaboratively to support you in getting to where you want to be.
My approach to healing is one based on respect, safety and being nonjudgmental. I believe that you are the expert in your own life. I bring therapeutic context. I use an eclectic approach based on your needs including, narrative, trauma-informed, strength-based, and solution-focused therapies. I value working collaboratively to support you in getting to where you want to be.
Kaytlin Preiss
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1N
I take a holistic and collaborative approach when providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families. I believe that it can be difficult to manage and cope with life’s hardships such as anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, and challenges within our interpersonal relationships. I enjoy working from both an attachment-informed and trauma-informed perspective to help my clients process difficult emotions. I value the uniqueness of each person and tailor therapeutic approaches to best fit individual needs.
I take a holistic and collaborative approach when providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families. I believe that it can be difficult to manage and cope with life’s hardships such as anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, and challenges within our interpersonal relationships. I enjoy working from both an attachment-informed and trauma-informed perspective to help my clients process difficult emotions. I value the uniqueness of each person and tailor therapeutic approaches to best fit individual needs.
Patsy Morency
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1Z (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
When the loss of meaning knocks on our door, anxiety and depression very often set in. We wish life's trials didn't exist: illness, job loss, the loss of a loved one or a pet, moving house, separation, etc. Unfortunately, this is impossible to avoid. However, we can learn to work through them and develop more positive therapeutic tools to manage the emotional pain caused by the incomprehensible.
When the loss of meaning knocks on our door, anxiety and depression very often set in. We wish life's trials didn't exist: illness, job loss, the loss of a loved one or a pet, moving house, separation, etc. Unfortunately, this is impossible to avoid. However, we can learn to work through them and develop more positive therapeutic tools to manage the emotional pain caused by the incomprehensible.
Sara Katanforoush
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, RP(Q), CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1P
With extensive experience in educational settings, I have worked with individuals of various backgrounds and ages throughout many years. As a psychotherapist, I hold a firm belief in the inherent capacity for change and personal growth within each individual on their journey toward becoming their optimal self. My commitment is to establish a nurturing and supportive therapeutic space where clients can explore their emotions, behaviours, and relationships at their own pace. My ultimate objective is to empower clients to unlock their full potential by nurturing their inner resilience and strengths.
With extensive experience in educational settings, I have worked with individuals of various backgrounds and ages throughout many years. As a psychotherapist, I hold a firm belief in the inherent capacity for change and personal growth within each individual on their journey toward becoming their optimal self. My commitment is to establish a nurturing and supportive therapeutic space where clients can explore their emotions, behaviours, and relationships at their own pace. My ultimate objective is to empower clients to unlock their full potential by nurturing their inner resilience and strengths.
Christina Callingham
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1G (Online Only)
Life is challenging and sometimes all of the ups and downs can feel really overwhelming. I offer a supportive, non-judgemental, client centred approach to therapy. Stress, anxiety and depression can creep up in all types of life circumstances. I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families. My practice also specializes in parenting, pre-natal & postpartum support and helping navigate difficult life challenges and transitions.
Life is challenging and sometimes all of the ups and downs can feel really overwhelming. I offer a supportive, non-judgemental, client centred approach to therapy. Stress, anxiety and depression can creep up in all types of life circumstances. I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families. My practice also specializes in parenting, pre-natal & postpartum support and helping navigate difficult life challenges and transitions.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Ottawa, ON
2,000+
Average cost per session
$159
Counsellors in Ottawa, ON who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
84% | Self Esteem |
81% | Stress |
80% | Relationship Issues |
73% | Coping Skills |
70% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
63% | SunLife |
56% | Canada Life | Great-West Life |
53% | Manulife |
How Counsellors in Ottawa, ON see their clients
57% | In Person and Online | |
43% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
83% | Female | |
16% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Ottawa?
Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postal code, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postal code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Most Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are certified by one of the main professional associations, mainly the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA), and will have a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC) designation with their name. Social Workers listed in the directory must be registered members of the college specific to their province. To be listed in the directory, Psychologists must be registered with the psychological college specific to their province or territory.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given the considerable variation in professional regulation and prerequisites across Canadian provinces, some providers may possess significant professional qualifications without necessarily holding professional memberships or being obliged to acquire them. As a result, they may be selectively included without the "Verified" seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given the considerable variation in professional regulation and prerequisites across Canadian provinces, some providers may possess significant professional qualifications without necessarily holding professional memberships or being obliged to acquire them. As a result, they may be selectively included without the "Verified" seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Psychologists, counsellors, psychotherapists and social workers can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and supervised, practical experience that enable them to do so in Canada.
Psychologists have a master's and/or doctoral degree and have passed both written and oral exams. Psychologists are able to complete mental health assessments and provide diagnostic information to clients as well as provide counselling therapy or psychotherapy. Counsellors and psychotherapists are expected to have a master's or doctoral degree in counselling psychology, social work, or a related mental health discipline and certification by a professional association, such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. Registered Social Workers possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work and where possible must be licensed or certified by the provincial government and/or regulatory college.
Psychologists have a master's and/or doctoral degree and have passed both written and oral exams. Psychologists are able to complete mental health assessments and provide diagnostic information to clients as well as provide counselling therapy or psychotherapy. Counsellors and psychotherapists are expected to have a master's or doctoral degree in counselling psychology, social work, or a related mental health discipline and certification by a professional association, such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. Registered Social Workers possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work and where possible must be licensed or certified by the provincial government and/or regulatory college.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in Canada could be between $100 and $200. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. Some types of outpatient mental health services are covered by Medicare, provided these are performed by a licensed mental health professional in the provinces or territory you reside in and who accepts the assignment.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. Some types of outpatient mental health services are covered by Medicare, provided these are performed by a licensed mental health professional in the provinces or territory you reside in and who accepts the assignment.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postal code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Professionals licensed by regulatory colleges and those certified by associations such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association are obligated to uphold client confidentiality unless there is a legal reason that requires them to disclose information. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client or others, or a court order, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.