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Kanata Psychology and Counselling Centre
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Kanata, ON K2K
Support for family members to care for their aging relatives, navigate the health/social services, make decisions about care and manage caregiver stress and burnout.
We provide evidence-based treatments for a variety of psychological problems including anxiety, depression, relationship problems, personality disorders, trauma, and issues related to identity and self-esteem. We help couples improve communication, and resolve conflicts to build a more secure bond. We treat teens experiencing anxiety, depression, self-injury, and other mental health problems. We provide treatment for children experiencing anxiety, depression, oppositional and defiant behaviour, ADHD, attachment difficulties, & school avoidance. We help those struggling with substance and alcohol problems.
Support for family members to care for their aging relatives, navigate the health/social services, make decisions about care and manage caregiver stress and burnout.
We provide evidence-based treatments for a variety of psychological problems including anxiety, depression, relationship problems, personality disorders, trauma, and issues related to identity and self-esteem. We help couples improve communication, and resolve conflicts to build a more secure bond. We treat teens experiencing anxiety, depression, self-injury, and other mental health problems. We provide treatment for children experiencing anxiety, depression, oppositional and defiant behaviour, ADHD, attachment difficulties, & school avoidance. We help those struggling with substance and alcohol problems.
(613) 435-2729 View (613) 435-2729
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Taylor Davidson - SL Psychotherapy and Wellness
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP (Q)
Verified Verified
Kanata, ON K2L
I have experience working with pregnancy loss, peri and post-natal mental health, as well as couples, family and sex therapy approaches.
My psychotherapy practice is anchored in normalizing and validating. With a grounding in somatic approaches and Emotionally Focused Therapy, I accompany clients through stressful life events and emotional challenges, as well as relational and personal issues. I work with individuals, couples and polyamorous relationships (including queer folks and non-romantic relationship configurations).
I have experience working with pregnancy loss, peri and post-natal mental health, as well as couples, family and sex therapy approaches.
My psychotherapy practice is anchored in normalizing and validating. With a grounding in somatic approaches and Emotionally Focused Therapy, I accompany clients through stressful life events and emotional challenges, as well as relational and personal issues. I work with individuals, couples and polyamorous relationships (including queer folks and non-romantic relationship configurations).
(343) 342-0524 View (343) 342-0524
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Lee-Anne Boucher
Registered Social Worker, MA, BA, RSW, RSSW, CYC
Verified Verified
Kanata, ON K2L
I am here to help you, your relationship and your family in a supportive, loving, nonjudgemental manner. I work with individuals, couples and families. Together we can work on what areas in your life you may need extra support in. I have an objective view that can offer clarity. It is when we feel understood and accepted for who we are that we begin to heal and truly learn to love ourselves. In office- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday. Online Thursdays.
I am here to help you, your relationship and your family in a supportive, loving, nonjudgemental manner. I work with individuals, couples and families. Together we can work on what areas in your life you may need extra support in. I have an objective view that can offer clarity. It is when we feel understood and accepted for who we are that we begin to heal and truly learn to love ourselves. In office- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday. Online Thursdays.
(613) 209-1892 View (613) 209-1892
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Sandra J Forbes
Registered Social Worker, RSW, CRPO
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kanata, ON K2K
Improving the quality of personal, family and work life is my commitment.
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.
Improving the quality of personal, family and work life is my commitment.
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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Jennifer Anne Thake
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kanata, ON K2M
I have been trained in a variety of effective counselling methods, including cognitive-behavioural therapy, emotion-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, internal family systems, and mindfulness and self-compassion therapy.
My aim is to help move clients from a place of stress, hurt, and suffering to a place of increased self-awareness, self-compassion, and strength. I strongly believe that each client has the answers for a healthier, happier, and meaningful life within themselves. My role as a therapist is to help you discover these "answers" and help you put them into place. I tend to support youth and adults who are experiencing various life stressors; persons with symptoms of anxiety or low mood and self-esteem; persons struggling with emotional regulation; and persons who wish to move from floundering in their lives to flourishing.
I have been trained in a variety of effective counselling methods, including cognitive-behavioural therapy, emotion-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, internal family systems, and mindfulness and self-compassion therapy.
My aim is to help move clients from a place of stress, hurt, and suffering to a place of increased self-awareness, self-compassion, and strength. I strongly believe that each client has the answers for a healthier, happier, and meaningful life within themselves. My role as a therapist is to help you discover these "answers" and help you put them into place. I tend to support youth and adults who are experiencing various life stressors; persons with symptoms of anxiety or low mood and self-esteem; persons struggling with emotional regulation; and persons who wish to move from floundering in their lives to flourishing.
(613) 706-3287 View (613) 706-3287
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Family-Therapy
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kanata, ON K2K
Are you experiencing conflict, stress, or grief? Not connecting with your partner? Worried about your child or teen? Our team of 12 therapists at Family-Therapy, can help you with life's challenges. We work with individuals, children, teens, families, couple, & stepfamilies. We address addictions, anxiety, blended family issues, burnout, parenting depression, communication, divorce, affairs, grief, loss, PTSD, parent-youth issues, personal development, relationships, postpartum issues, school issues, bullying, stress, LGBTQ2 issues, workplace conflict and more. We offer respectful, nonjudgemental & compassionate care. Call today.
Are you experiencing conflict, stress, or grief? Not connecting with your partner? Worried about your child or teen? Our team of 12 therapists at Family-Therapy, can help you with life's challenges. We work with individuals, children, teens, families, couple, & stepfamilies. We address addictions, anxiety, blended family issues, burnout, parenting depression, communication, divorce, affairs, grief, loss, PTSD, parent-youth issues, personal development, relationships, postpartum issues, school issues, bullying, stress, LGBTQ2 issues, workplace conflict and more. We offer respectful, nonjudgemental & compassionate care. Call today.
(613) 703-0135 View (613) 703-0135
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Pierre Kénel Bercy
MBA, MA, CCC, CCPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kanata, ON K2V
I am a registered psychotherapist with a Master Degree in Counselling and Spirituality (Couple and Family therapy) from Saint Paul University in Ottawa and I am ready to help you.
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* - Are you going through a rough period in your life and questioning your existence? Are you having difficulties coping with your day to day activities and decisions you need to make? Are you living with anxiety and depression? Are you having difficulties adapting to your new life reality? Are you having spiritual issues and feeling lost in life? Are you looking for improvement in your couple or family relationship?
I am a registered psychotherapist with a Master Degree in Counselling and Spirituality (Couple and Family therapy) from Saint Paul University in Ottawa and I am ready to help you.
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* - Are you going through a rough period in your life and questioning your existence? Are you having difficulties coping with your day to day activities and decisions you need to make? Are you living with anxiety and depression? Are you having difficulties adapting to your new life reality? Are you having spiritual issues and feeling lost in life? Are you looking for improvement in your couple or family relationship?
(613) 801-2584 View (613) 801-2584
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Michael T F Machan
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, BA, MA , RP , CCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Kanata, ON K2L
My therapy approach may include your family history, your personal life experiences both present and past.
I would like to thank you for considering your counselling and psychotherapy needs with me. This brief description is to provide you with the information about myself and my practice that you may require in order to make an informed decision about psychotherapy services. Reviewing your therapeutic options to assist you is an important next best step in your journey of wellness. I thank you for your interest and I encourage you to ask any questions of me that you may have. It is my goal that you are able to make an informed, intelligent choice at your convenience. I am an individual, couple's and family therapist by training.
My therapy approach may include your family history, your personal life experiences both present and past.
I would like to thank you for considering your counselling and psychotherapy needs with me. This brief description is to provide you with the information about myself and my practice that you may require in order to make an informed decision about psychotherapy services. Reviewing your therapeutic options to assist you is an important next best step in your journey of wellness. I thank you for your interest and I encourage you to ask any questions of me that you may have. It is my goal that you are able to make an informed, intelligent choice at your convenience. I am an individual, couple's and family therapist by training.
(613) 857-1496 View (613) 857-1496
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Bob West
Marriage & Family Therapist, RP, RMFT
Verified Verified
Kanata, ON K2K
I have a number of specialties, including: Men's Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Anger, Self Esteem, Anxiety, Trauma, Parenting, Blended Family Issues, and Co-Therapy for couples and families.
Beyond my credentials, I've learned keenly from each of my clients over the years, and my practice is informed by rich life experience. I work collaboratively, guiding you in revealing underlying causes and patterns that may be posing challenges in your life, in identifying and clarifying your own goals, and supporting you in carrying out strategies best suited for you to reach them. Each counselling need is unique. Always listening and with empathy, I can challenge you without threatening, and meet you where you're really at - which may not necessarily be where you assume you are.
I have a number of specialties, including: Men's Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Anger, Self Esteem, Anxiety, Trauma, Parenting, Blended Family Issues, and Co-Therapy for couples and families.
Beyond my credentials, I've learned keenly from each of my clients over the years, and my practice is informed by rich life experience. I work collaboratively, guiding you in revealing underlying causes and patterns that may be posing challenges in your life, in identifying and clarifying your own goals, and supporting you in carrying out strategies best suited for you to reach them. Each counselling need is unique. Always listening and with empathy, I can challenge you without threatening, and meet you where you're really at - which may not necessarily be where you assume you are.
(613) 727-4455 View (613) 727-4455
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Genevieve Roy
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
Kanata, ON K2M
Individual, Couple and Family Therapy.
I offer psychotherapy services to individuals, couples and families struggling with a wide range of issues and situations including anxiety, depression, life-transition, grief, intimacy and boundaries. I work within evidence base approach, providing a place to build resiliency and new tools based on individual inner strengths. - Mes services s'adressent aux individus, couples et familles qui luttent contre un large éventail de problèmes et de situations. J'offre aux clients un lieu pour développer leur résilience ainsi que de nouveaux outils basés sur les forces intérieures individuelles.
Individual, Couple and Family Therapy.
I offer psychotherapy services to individuals, couples and families struggling with a wide range of issues and situations including anxiety, depression, life-transition, grief, intimacy and boundaries. I work within evidence base approach, providing a place to build resiliency and new tools based on individual inner strengths. - Mes services s'adressent aux individus, couples et familles qui luttent contre un large éventail de problèmes et de situations. J'offre aux clients un lieu pour développer leur résilience ainsi que de nouveaux outils basés sur les forces intérieures individuelles.
(613) 704-2765 View (613) 704-2765
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Daniela Mardero
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kanata, ON K2M
I love cooking, reading, puzzles, & spending quality time with my husband & our little family.
Hi, I’m Daniela. I am a Registered Psychotherapist with over 5 years experience working across community, school-based, and private mental health care settings. I am especially interested in working with individuals who are looking understand and connect more deeply with themselves. I also enjoy working with children and teens in managing big emotions and difficult life experiences, as well as with their parents and caregivers. I aim to build honest and authentic relationships with clients where they can share all parts of themselves without judgement. I feel so lucky to be able to work with people in this way.
I love cooking, reading, puzzles, & spending quality time with my husband & our little family.
Hi, I’m Daniela. I am a Registered Psychotherapist with over 5 years experience working across community, school-based, and private mental health care settings. I am especially interested in working with individuals who are looking understand and connect more deeply with themselves. I also enjoy working with children and teens in managing big emotions and difficult life experiences, as well as with their parents and caregivers. I aim to build honest and authentic relationships with clients where they can share all parts of themselves without judgement. I feel so lucky to be able to work with people in this way.
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Yolande Herbst
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSc, BA, GQHP, RTTA
Verified Verified
Kanata, ON K2L
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Ottawa's first licensed, RTT Therapist. As a Clinical Counselling-Hypnotherapist, I help clients who want to gain immediate insights and understanding into issues without spending unnecessary time and money on therapy. It is my mission to guide as many people as possible to reconnect with themselves, take back control, and ignite their conscious evolution. Integrative therapies can also be used in conjunction with any ongoing treatment plan.
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Ottawa's first licensed, RTT Therapist. As a Clinical Counselling-Hypnotherapist, I help clients who want to gain immediate insights and understanding into issues without spending unnecessary time and money on therapy. It is my mission to guide as many people as possible to reconnect with themselves, take back control, and ignite their conscious evolution. Integrative therapies can also be used in conjunction with any ongoing treatment plan.
(613) 519-0093 View (613) 519-0093
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John Marshall
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MDiv
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kanata, ON K2L
Hi, I'm John, and New Life Therapy is what I call my practice. If you are seeking therapy, chances are there is at least one aspect of your life that is lacking, hurting, empty, or even non-existent. My job is to help you rediscover and renew what is missing. It is also to help you heal what has gone wrong and what is standing in the way of you being the person you aspire to be. Whether the problem is with your job, your relationship, your depression, your anxiety, your trauma, your addiction, I am here to listen to you non-judgmentally and help you see your issues from the perspective of a trained expert who genuinely cares.
Hi, I'm John, and New Life Therapy is what I call my practice. If you are seeking therapy, chances are there is at least one aspect of your life that is lacking, hurting, empty, or even non-existent. My job is to help you rediscover and renew what is missing. It is also to help you heal what has gone wrong and what is standing in the way of you being the person you aspire to be. Whether the problem is with your job, your relationship, your depression, your anxiety, your trauma, your addiction, I am here to listen to you non-judgmentally and help you see your issues from the perspective of a trained expert who genuinely cares.
(343) 338-4594 View (343) 338-4594
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Gina Danielle Madrigrano
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Kanata, ON K2V
MINIMAL wait time to schedule psycho-educational assessments. I provide assessments in French and English. My expertise lies in diagnosing learning differences, intellectual and learning disorders, ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, memory issues, and giftedness. In terms of therapy, I treat anxiety, burnout, adjustment issues and stress management. Currently NOT accepting new treatment clients. The waitlist is full.
MINIMAL wait time to schedule psycho-educational assessments. I provide assessments in French and English. My expertise lies in diagnosing learning differences, intellectual and learning disorders, ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, memory issues, and giftedness. In terms of therapy, I treat anxiety, burnout, adjustment issues and stress management. Currently NOT accepting new treatment clients. The waitlist is full.
(613) 706-5302 View (613) 706-5302
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Tracy Thomson Counselling & Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, BA, RP
Verified Verified
Kanata, ON K2L
I see my role as a facilitator. I facilitate hope, growth, and strength in my clients as I encourage their development towards a clearer understanding of self. With a clearer self understanding, one can move in the direction of greater well-being and a happier, more fulfilled life. I walk with you in your discovery of finding your inner-resources and inner-peace. Additionally, I provide online sessions with clients who live within Ontario.
I see my role as a facilitator. I facilitate hope, growth, and strength in my clients as I encourage their development towards a clearer understanding of self. With a clearer self understanding, one can move in the direction of greater well-being and a happier, more fulfilled life. I walk with you in your discovery of finding your inner-resources and inner-peace. Additionally, I provide online sessions with clients who live within Ontario.
(613) 402-9002 View (613) 402-9002
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LightHouse Counselling and Wellness
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kanata, ON K2T  (Online Only)
Life is filled with hard, confusing, and painful moments. The compassion you so quickly and freely give to others can often feel impossible to give to yourself. I recognize that the challenges of everyday life can be complex and overwhelming. But I'm glad you're here.
Life is filled with hard, confusing, and painful moments. The compassion you so quickly and freely give to others can often feel impossible to give to yourself. I recognize that the challenges of everyday life can be complex and overwhelming. But I'm glad you're here.
(343) 303-4269 View (343) 303-4269
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New Horizons Counselling-Suzanne Kerr & Assocs
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
Kanata, ON K2K  (Online Only)
Therapy is about becoming unstuck, connecting with a deeper sense of what's important to you, what really matters, what you really want deeply for yourself in your life. Letting go of stale, habitual, suffocating stories which restrict you. And opening to new, gentler, friendlier narratives of possibility. guiding purposeful action in support of what you passionately value and really want for yourself. ....NOTE I ask you to please email me first either to go ahead and set up an appointment with me or, if you prefer, to arrange a 10-15 min phone conversation
Therapy is about becoming unstuck, connecting with a deeper sense of what's important to you, what really matters, what you really want deeply for yourself in your life. Letting go of stale, habitual, suffocating stories which restrict you. And opening to new, gentler, friendlier narratives of possibility. guiding purposeful action in support of what you passionately value and really want for yourself. ....NOTE I ask you to please email me first either to go ahead and set up an appointment with me or, if you prefer, to arrange a 10-15 min phone conversation
(844) 332-2492 View (844) 332-2492
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Rosemary Ernhofer
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC-S, MEd, (Counse
Verified Verified
Kanata, ON K2K  (Online Only)
I am a registered psychotherapist and ICEEFT certified EFT couple therapist, accepting new clients in September 2022. In individual therapy, I welcome those struggling with a wide range of issues including: depression, loss and grief, anxiety, self-esteem, sexual orientation, identity issues, sexual abuse, trauma and spirituality-related issues. If you are looking for relief and hope and wish to work with someone who can provide compassion, experience and sound strategies, please contact me.
I am a registered psychotherapist and ICEEFT certified EFT couple therapist, accepting new clients in September 2022. In individual therapy, I welcome those struggling with a wide range of issues including: depression, loss and grief, anxiety, self-esteem, sexual orientation, identity issues, sexual abuse, trauma and spirituality-related issues. If you are looking for relief and hope and wish to work with someone who can provide compassion, experience and sound strategies, please contact me.
(613) 209-1830 View (613) 209-1830
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Richard Merrill Haney Ph.D.
PhD, MEd, BA
Verified Verified
Kanata, ON K2L
I provide warm, heart-connected and empathetic counselling, coaching, mediation and hypnotherapy services to individuals, couples and families. I concentrate on "wholistic" healing and empowerment rather than on being clinical and "helping". Basically, I form what I call a "Healing Partnership" with the people who come for my services. I tend to be quite eclectic and bring a wide range of skills, techniques, modalities and wisdom to each counselling interaction. Please contact me to enhance your life and to make the most of each moment. My favourite slogan is: "Listening well is the most eloquent sign of caring."
I provide warm, heart-connected and empathetic counselling, coaching, mediation and hypnotherapy services to individuals, couples and families. I concentrate on "wholistic" healing and empowerment rather than on being clinical and "helping". Basically, I form what I call a "Healing Partnership" with the people who come for my services. I tend to be quite eclectic and bring a wide range of skills, techniques, modalities and wisdom to each counselling interaction. Please contact me to enhance your life and to make the most of each moment. My favourite slogan is: "Listening well is the most eloquent sign of caring."
(613) 909-4399 View (613) 909-4399
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The Whitestone Clinic
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CSAT, CMAT
Verified Verified
Kanata, ON K2M
We listen, we challenge, we support. We provide Specially Trained Counsellors and Registered Psychotherapists who help those struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, identity issues, process (behavioural) and substance addictions, and specialized treatment for sex, love and porn addiction. We offer therapy for children (9+), individuals, couples, and families, recovery coaching, and program-based group therapy. Let us help you "Return to Love". Michael Browning is the Founder and Clinical Director of The Whitestone Clinic (www.whitestone.clinic).
We listen, we challenge, we support. We provide Specially Trained Counsellors and Registered Psychotherapists who help those struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, identity issues, process (behavioural) and substance addictions, and specialized treatment for sex, love and porn addiction. We offer therapy for children (9+), individuals, couples, and families, recovery coaching, and program-based group therapy. Let us help you "Return to Love". Michael Browning is the Founder and Clinical Director of The Whitestone Clinic (www.whitestone.clinic).
(613) 777-6522 View (613) 777-6522

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Family Therapy Counsellors

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.