Therapists in Montréal, QC
Rami Nijjar
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H2L
Not accepting new clients
Whether it be conflict, lack of close connections, or traumatic memories of abuse, disruptions in our relationships can lead to depression, anxiety, and a range of addictions, unhealthy eating behaviours, and chronic pain. Effective therapy offers a unique relationship with a non-judgmental, highly-skilled professional who can help you safely explore the reasons for your distress. I believe that everyone has the right and the potential to be happy and act in their own best interest. I am dedicated to helping you uncover obstacles to your own well-being and support you on your journey to better health and improved relationships.
Whether it be conflict, lack of close connections, or traumatic memories of abuse, disruptions in our relationships can lead to depression, anxiety, and a range of addictions, unhealthy eating behaviours, and chronic pain. Effective therapy offers a unique relationship with a non-judgmental, highly-skilled professional who can help you safely explore the reasons for your distress. I believe that everyone has the right and the potential to be happy and act in their own best interest. I am dedicated to helping you uncover obstacles to your own well-being and support you on your journey to better health and improved relationships.
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Sepi Zargarpour
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Westmount, QC H3Z
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that times of hardship and difficulty can often provide opportunities for personal growth by leading one to take stock of one’s priorities, values, perceptions, relationships and environments; to replace dysfunctional coping strategies with more effective ones; to reevaluate and explore one’s goals; to discover what gives one’s life greater meaning and satisfaction, and to uncover one’s strengths and capacities. As a clinical psychologist (Ph.D) with extensive experience and training, I am dedicated to helping my clients realize their goals and explore opportunities for personal growth.
I believe that times of hardship and difficulty can often provide opportunities for personal growth by leading one to take stock of one’s priorities, values, perceptions, relationships and environments; to replace dysfunctional coping strategies with more effective ones; to reevaluate and explore one’s goals; to discover what gives one’s life greater meaning and satisfaction, and to uncover one’s strengths and capacities. As a clinical psychologist (Ph.D) with extensive experience and training, I am dedicated to helping my clients realize their goals and explore opportunities for personal growth.
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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counsellors
How long does OCD treatment take?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.
What happens if OCD is not treated?
Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.
Are there medications for OCD?
Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine, fluoxetine, and sertraline, among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.
Can OCD come back after treatment?
Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.