Life Coaching Therapists in K2K
Marc James Whitehouse
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Kanata, ON K2K (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients for Virtual Sessions. Specialized working with Men, Professionals, Entrepreneurs and Executives. Have you been struggling to feel like yourself? Are you feeling emotionally exhausted? Are you feeling flat? Is it exceedingly hard to accomplish almost anything? Has it impacted your relationship and family life? Do you think you would benefit from a space to prioritize and develop new foundational skills to reignite your passion for work, family and life. My approach specializes in improving emotional communication, reflecting deeper on your goals and purpose, and strategizing ways to perform at a high level.
Accepting New Clients for Virtual Sessions. Specialized working with Men, Professionals, Entrepreneurs and Executives. Have you been struggling to feel like yourself? Are you feeling emotionally exhausted? Are you feeling flat? Is it exceedingly hard to accomplish almost anything? Has it impacted your relationship and family life? Do you think you would benefit from a space to prioritize and develop new foundational skills to reignite your passion for work, family and life. My approach specializes in improving emotional communication, reflecting deeper on your goals and purpose, and strategizing ways to perform at a high level.
Then, self-compassion soothes and brings a sense of warmth and comfort to all areas of life.
Change starts with the relationship that we form in the therapy and then continues by building useful skills in and outside of our sessions. In practice this means that I fit best with clients who are interested in (1) understanding more about their thoughts and emotions while also (2) taking clear steps to improve their mental and physical well-being. My job as the therapist is to provide a warm and caring environment to support the client in this process.
Then, self-compassion soothes and brings a sense of warmth and comfort to all areas of life.
Change starts with the relationship that we form in the therapy and then continues by building useful skills in and outside of our sessions. In practice this means that I fit best with clients who are interested in (1) understanding more about their thoughts and emotions while also (2) taking clear steps to improve their mental and physical well-being. My job as the therapist is to provide a warm and caring environment to support the client in this process.
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.
Jennifer Jurkofsky
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Kanata, ON K2K
Through empathy, acceptance and genuine care, you learn ways to take back control of your life and work towards your goals.
Experiencing anxiety, depression, hardship, grief or trauma, low self-esteem, relationship troubles, or looking to discuss life’s issues? I am here for you. Though you are the expert in your life, struggling with sadness, stress or helplessness can make it hard to know what to do. I am here to listen, support, challenge, and help you find your way. I provide you with a safe, accepting, compassionate environment to process, heal, and grow.
Through empathy, acceptance and genuine care, you learn ways to take back control of your life and work towards your goals.
Experiencing anxiety, depression, hardship, grief or trauma, low self-esteem, relationship troubles, or looking to discuss life’s issues? I am here for you. Though you are the expert in your life, struggling with sadness, stress or helplessness can make it hard to know what to do. I am here to listen, support, challenge, and help you find your way. I provide you with a safe, accepting, compassionate environment to process, heal, and grow.
I have clinical expertise in treating people going through life transitions like young and older adults, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, interpersonal challenges, stress/burn-out and work related mental health concerns.
What is my approach to helping? Just as the body requires nurturing and attention to keep it healthy, the mind also requires maintenance and consideration around how it can be used to create the life circumstances that you desire. I work with individuals and couples that have interest in gaining increased awareness about their ways of being in their lives in order to bring about alternative outcomes. I am a platform for clients to discuss concerns, clarify what would be helpful and strengthen resolve and understanding of personal resources to make a desired change in their lives.
I have clinical expertise in treating people going through life transitions like young and older adults, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, interpersonal challenges, stress/burn-out and work related mental health concerns.
What is my approach to helping? Just as the body requires nurturing and attention to keep it healthy, the mind also requires maintenance and consideration around how it can be used to create the life circumstances that you desire. I work with individuals and couples that have interest in gaining increased awareness about their ways of being in their lives in order to bring about alternative outcomes. I am a platform for clients to discuss concerns, clarify what would be helpful and strengthen resolve and understanding of personal resources to make a desired change in their lives.
Relationship Counseling & Therapy with Anne Kanata
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP
Verified Verified
Kanata, ON K2K
Find Individual Self Actualization: Are you a professional or manager looking for help with workplace stress or conflict, work/ life balance with your family, career transition? Anne is a corporate coach for business & government managers/executives in leadership, managing stress.
I am a registered psychotherapist in Kanata experienced in assisting adults, couples, youth & families with personal issues, with relationships, & with career issues. I use an evidence based approach tailored to meet your individual need. Together, we work to create a supportive, safe & nonjudgemental environment to help you make changes in your life, relieve anxiety, stress, reach new understandings & ultimately achieve true personal growth. My expertise is in communication with both professionals & families. I have training in resilience for anxiety & depression for adolescents, children, adults & in navigating school challenges
Find Individual Self Actualization: Are you a professional or manager looking for help with workplace stress or conflict, work/ life balance with your family, career transition? Anne is a corporate coach for business & government managers/executives in leadership, managing stress.
I am a registered psychotherapist in Kanata experienced in assisting adults, couples, youth & families with personal issues, with relationships, & with career issues. I use an evidence based approach tailored to meet your individual need. Together, we work to create a supportive, safe & nonjudgemental environment to help you make changes in your life, relieve anxiety, stress, reach new understandings & ultimately achieve true personal growth. My expertise is in communication with both professionals & families. I have training in resilience for anxiety & depression for adolescents, children, adults & in navigating school challenges
Sport psychology services where we support clients seeking to optimize mental and emotional conditions to overcome obstacles and to achieve work, life, or athletic goals.
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.
Sport psychology services where we support clients seeking to optimize mental and emotional conditions to overcome obstacles and to achieve work, life, or athletic goals.
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.
Entrusting someone with your personal struggles can be the begining of some wonderful changes in your life.
Please Note: My practice has now moved to the West end of Ottawa, serving Nepean, Kanata, Stittsville, Almonte and surrounding areas. My area of expertise is with youth and families who are having difficulties coping with their mental health. When stress, anxiety and sadness begin to play too big of a roll in your life, it can seem overwhelming at times. I provide supportive counselling for youth and families in and around the Ottawa area. Those who struggle with emotion regulation, anger management, attachment issues or just general social problems, need someone to talk to and trust.
Entrusting someone with your personal struggles can be the begining of some wonderful changes in your life.
Please Note: My practice has now moved to the West end of Ottawa, serving Nepean, Kanata, Stittsville, Almonte and surrounding areas. My area of expertise is with youth and families who are having difficulties coping with their mental health. When stress, anxiety and sadness begin to play too big of a roll in your life, it can seem overwhelming at times. I provide supportive counselling for youth and families in and around the Ottawa area. Those who struggle with emotion regulation, anger management, attachment issues or just general social problems, need someone to talk to and trust.
Siovone Rene Bourgeois
Registered Social Worker, MEd, MSW , RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kanata, ON K2K
Navigating life can be difficult, especially when you’re in new territory. Feelings of depression or anxiety can spiral into more fears and doubts. Being a young adult brings all sorts of pressure, and most of us don’t get much education in how to make that transition. It’s common to cope by avoiding, using drugs or alcohol, or isolating. Fortunately, things can improve. Life may never be perfect, but you can learn new skills and effective ways of dealing with challenges. I work with teens and adults of all ages, and specialize in helping young adults and couples who want to feel more confident, accepted, and joyful in the world.
Navigating life can be difficult, especially when you’re in new territory. Feelings of depression or anxiety can spiral into more fears and doubts. Being a young adult brings all sorts of pressure, and most of us don’t get much education in how to make that transition. It’s common to cope by avoiding, using drugs or alcohol, or isolating. Fortunately, things can improve. Life may never be perfect, but you can learn new skills and effective ways of dealing with challenges. I work with teens and adults of all ages, and specialize in helping young adults and couples who want to feel more confident, accepted, and joyful in the world.
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.
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.
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.
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Psychologist, CPsych
Verified Verified
Kanata, ON K2K (Online Only)
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If you want to learn, to grow, and to heal you can go to therapy. Therapy is unique in that it treats problems (medical model) as well as improves an already decent life (wellness model). Therapy is effective for helping painful experiences become tolerable. It is a proven method for changing harmful thinking, relational patterns, and behavioral patterns. By helping achieve your potential and a healthy well-being, it can also be used to make good lives great. It can even expand and explore spiritual aspirations.
If you want to learn, to grow, and to heal you can go to therapy. Therapy is unique in that it treats problems (medical model) as well as improves an already decent life (wellness model). Therapy is effective for helping painful experiences become tolerable. It is a proven method for changing harmful thinking, relational patterns, and behavioral patterns. By helping achieve your potential and a healthy well-being, it can also be used to make good lives great. It can even expand and explore spiritual aspirations.
I am a clinical psychologist registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. I work with individuals who experience a wide range of psychological and interpersonal difficulties. My clinical interests include issues related to anxiety, depression, resolving past or current relationship or family of origin difficulties, life transitions, self-esteem problems, anger management, common life stressors (e.g., work or school-related, loss), and cross-cultural struggles (e.g., cultural identity, cross-cultural adjustment). I can also help with parenting issues and dealing with effects of family stress on children and adolescents.
I am a clinical psychologist registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. I work with individuals who experience a wide range of psychological and interpersonal difficulties. My clinical interests include issues related to anxiety, depression, resolving past or current relationship or family of origin difficulties, life transitions, self-esteem problems, anger management, common life stressors (e.g., work or school-related, loss), and cross-cultural struggles (e.g., cultural identity, cross-cultural adjustment). I can also help with parenting issues and dealing with effects of family stress on children and adolescents.
Aya Abdulkarim
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MSc, RP (Q)
Verified Verified
Kanata, ON K2K
My areas of competence include working with Anxiety, Depression, Stress and Burnout, Grief and Loss, Life Adjustments, Spiritual Issues, and Couple/Relationship Issues.
I completed a Master of Science in Neuroscience and Mental Health from King's College London, and am completing my practicum hours at Yorkville University's MACP program. Understanding the neurobiology of mental health provides a different perspective to my clients. Through that, I can provide multifaceted services to my clients to help engage both physiological and psychological understanding of their mental health. Knowledge is power, and by gaining our power, we begin to heal.
My areas of competence include working with Anxiety, Depression, Stress and Burnout, Grief and Loss, Life Adjustments, Spiritual Issues, and Couple/Relationship Issues.
I completed a Master of Science in Neuroscience and Mental Health from King's College London, and am completing my practicum hours at Yorkville University's MACP program. Understanding the neurobiology of mental health provides a different perspective to my clients. Through that, I can provide multifaceted services to my clients to help engage both physiological and psychological understanding of their mental health. Knowledge is power, and by gaining our power, we begin to heal.
As a registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Clinical Director, I strive to deliver compassionate and empathetic support in working with the client in finding their inner strength and abilities and expanding on those for success. I believe every individual is capable to succeed and breakthrough their past current and future challenges/struggles, whatever they might be. With the focus of the client as the expert and the clinician as supportive expert, you will have the opportunity to be guided through your own strengths and abilities in moving forward and finding happiness/success through the life course.
As a registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Clinical Director, I strive to deliver compassionate and empathetic support in working with the client in finding their inner strength and abilities and expanding on those for success. I believe every individual is capable to succeed and breakthrough their past current and future challenges/struggles, whatever they might be. With the focus of the client as the expert and the clinician as supportive expert, you will have the opportunity to be guided through your own strengths and abilities in moving forward and finding happiness/success through the life course.
Jumana Daibl
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BS, MA, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
Kanata, ON K2K (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
Christine Skinner Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, BA psyc, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Kanata, ON K2K
Life is rarely perfect and often we live through traumatic experiences.
Life isn't going as planned? Having difficulties connecting with your partner, or being able to relate to your children? Perhaps you're feeling isolated, alone, or lost, possibly out of control. These are all signals that life is currently not in balance. If you're finding that your current day to day is not what you had hoped, not what you intend it to be then I commend you for looking for a resource that can help you get back on track.
Life is rarely perfect and often we live through traumatic experiences.
Life isn't going as planned? Having difficulties connecting with your partner, or being able to relate to your children? Perhaps you're feeling isolated, alone, or lost, possibly out of control. These are all signals that life is currently not in balance. If you're finding that your current day to day is not what you had hoped, not what you intend it to be then I commend you for looking for a resource that can help you get back on track.
The Centre for Couples and Relationships
Registered Social Worker, RP, CCC, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kanata, ON K2K
At The Centre for Couples and Relationships, we believe that intimate relationships are central to human connection, attachment, and well-being. As we go through life stressors and challenges, so do our relationships. If your relationship is in need of improved communication, deeper connection, or repair, we can help. We work with couples and partners struggling with issues such as communication, disconnection, intimacy, infidelity, and family dynamics. We provide a safe and supportive environment for you to explore your relationship dynamics and to repair previous patterns of conflict or hurt.
At The Centre for Couples and Relationships, we believe that intimate relationships are central to human connection, attachment, and well-being. As we go through life stressors and challenges, so do our relationships. If your relationship is in need of improved communication, deeper connection, or repair, we can help. We work with couples and partners struggling with issues such as communication, disconnection, intimacy, infidelity, and family dynamics. We provide a safe and supportive environment for you to explore your relationship dynamics and to repair previous patterns of conflict or hurt.
Kayla Vander Ploeg
Registered Psychotherapist, CCC, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kanata, ON K2K (Online Only)
You are the expert on your life, and the ultimate decision-maker.
Are you craving more calm? Improving your relationship with self can help foster greater trust and overall health, and it will often improve your relationship with those who matter most to you too. Therapy is intended to help you better navigate life’s inevitable challenges – uncertainties, transitions, and hurts – with greater care and intentionality. We do this by looking at your strengths, your values, better understanding your emotions, finding different perspectives, and by growing your self-compassion and self-confidence.
You are the expert on your life, and the ultimate decision-maker.
Are you craving more calm? Improving your relationship with self can help foster greater trust and overall health, and it will often improve your relationship with those who matter most to you too. Therapy is intended to help you better navigate life’s inevitable challenges – uncertainties, transitions, and hurts – with greater care and intentionality. We do this by looking at your strengths, your values, better understanding your emotions, finding different perspectives, and by growing your self-compassion and self-confidence.
Nick Kenny
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kanata, ON K2K
I offer to help you find and cultivate pathways to a more stable, motivated, confident, and value-driven lifestyle.
My style is calm, curious, and nonjudgemental. To deepen your self-understanding and make sense of your life we can discuss your perspectives, emotions, experiences, and give your unconscious or implicit memory a voice. We can also explore more practical information and strategies. Like, how our minds and bodies react to stress, and skills for regulating emotions and managing relationships. My approach pulls from many therapeutic modalities and utilizes techniques supported by research and personal experience.
I offer to help you find and cultivate pathways to a more stable, motivated, confident, and value-driven lifestyle.
My style is calm, curious, and nonjudgemental. To deepen your self-understanding and make sense of your life we can discuss your perspectives, emotions, experiences, and give your unconscious or implicit memory a voice. We can also explore more practical information and strategies. Like, how our minds and bodies react to stress, and skills for regulating emotions and managing relationships. My approach pulls from many therapeutic modalities and utilizes techniques supported by research and personal experience.
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Life Coaching Counsellors
What can I expect from life coaching?
Clients and coaches will typically start by identifying the problem area(s) that the client hopes to address—then, the coach will help the client brainstorm potential solutions and explore concrete techniques to help the client attain their goals. Coaching is typically short-term and focused on finding solutions in the here and now, rather than exploring a client’s past. In addition to strategies aimed at the client’s specific concerns, coaches may encourage general stress management techniques such as meditation.
Can a life coach help treat anxiety?
Because the majority of life coaches are not licensed clinicians, they are not qualified to diagnose or treat anxiety. Anyone struggling with anxiety or another mental health condition should seek help from a licensed mental health practitioner. However, some coaching clients who struggle with subclinical anxiety report that working with their coach on other problems—such as career dissatisfaction or unhealthy habits—has a positive effect on their anxiety.
Can life coaching be done online?
Yes. While life coaching often happens in person, many coaches conduct sessions over the phone or via online platforms such as Zoom or Skype. Because life coaches are not subject to local licensing regulations in the same way that therapists are, they are able to see clients who live in other locations.
How long does life coaching last?
Life coaching tends to be a shorter-term process than therapy, though it does not always unfold over a specific period of time and is instead based on the coach’s or the client’s preferences. Coaching often takes place over three to 12 months but may be shorter or longer if necessary.