Divorce Therapists in Nepean, ON
You may have been ruminating about the same issues over and over: your relationship, your life's goals, your hopes for the future. You're feeling stuck and so frustrated! And what about that social anxiety? Or the feeling that the world is burning? You just want to figure out how to be a good person and be happy! Or maybe just content? Or, how about less lonely?
You may have been ruminating about the same issues over and over: your relationship, your life's goals, your hopes for the future. You're feeling stuck and so frustrated! And what about that social anxiety? Or the feeling that the world is burning? You just want to figure out how to be a good person and be happy! Or maybe just content? Or, how about less lonely?
You’re the one others rely on.
You’re competent, capable, and used to carrying a lot — at work, in your family, in your community. But lately, the stress feels heavier. The pressure doesn’t turn off. You may be navigating burnout, anxiety, moral injury, racial stress, leadership fatigue, or the quiet exhaustion of always being “the strong one.”
I work with high-achieving professionals, healthcare workers, first responders, leaders, and BIPOC adults who are used to performing under pressure — but need a space where they don’t have to.
You’re the one others rely on.
You’re competent, capable, and used to carrying a lot — at work, in your family, in your community. But lately, the stress feels heavier. The pressure doesn’t turn off. You may be navigating burnout, anxiety, moral injury, racial stress, leadership fatigue, or the quiet exhaustion of always being “the strong one.”
I work with high-achieving professionals, healthcare workers, first responders, leaders, and BIPOC adults who are used to performing under pressure — but need a space where they don’t have to.
Are you struggling with your mental health, anger, anxiety, or stress? Are you feeling overwhelmed? Do you feel like you’re barely getting by and not in a good place mentally? Whether you’re feeling the pressure from a major life challenge or a hundred small stressors, the result is often the same: losing hope, a lack of energy, and the feeling that you will never overcome this feeling of being stuck… But I’m here to tell you that you can! I draw from a variety of psychotherapy approaches in my work, but my goal will always be to find the approach that works best for you.
Are you struggling with your mental health, anger, anxiety, or stress? Are you feeling overwhelmed? Do you feel like you’re barely getting by and not in a good place mentally? Whether you’re feeling the pressure from a major life challenge or a hundred small stressors, the result is often the same: losing hope, a lack of energy, and the feeling that you will never overcome this feeling of being stuck… But I’m here to tell you that you can! I draw from a variety of psychotherapy approaches in my work, but my goal will always be to find the approach that works best for you.
As a Registered Psychotherapist, I’m committed to reshaping how mental health is understood and supported.
With over 8 years of experience in clinical practice and program development, I’ve helped lead transformative work that addresses addiction, trauma, and stress among unionized tradespeople, often underserved in traditional care models.
From counselling to conference presentations and training workshops, I’m proud to work at the intersection of advocacy, leadership, and meaningful impact.
I believe mental health support should be accessible, practical, and culturally aware—especially for those who build our cities.
As a Registered Psychotherapist, I’m committed to reshaping how mental health is understood and supported.
With over 8 years of experience in clinical practice and program development, I’ve helped lead transformative work that addresses addiction, trauma, and stress among unionized tradespeople, often underserved in traditional care models.
From counselling to conference presentations and training workshops, I’m proud to work at the intersection of advocacy, leadership, and meaningful impact.
I believe mental health support should be accessible, practical, and culturally aware—especially for those who build our cities.
Do you often wonder how to stop making mistakes? Do you struggle with addiction, low self-esteem or a personality disorder? When you start therapy, you’ll notice yourself catching up with yourself when you feel like sabotaging yourself. You will notice details about your interactions with people. You will begin to have better relationships with people around you and your self-esteem will eventually soar. Working together, I will help you to reach your full potential.
Do you often wonder how to stop making mistakes? Do you struggle with addiction, low self-esteem or a personality disorder? When you start therapy, you’ll notice yourself catching up with yourself when you feel like sabotaging yourself. You will notice details about your interactions with people. You will begin to have better relationships with people around you and your self-esteem will eventually soar. Working together, I will help you to reach your full potential.
Families created through adoption, fostering and donor-assisted reproduction and blended families have unique histories and experiences which differ from families created through birth alone. All have experienced losses and the trauma of broken birth bonds. These experiences can provoke conscious or unconscious feelings such as grief, anger and shame which have significant impacts on self-value, behaviours, relationships and intimacy. If you are a part of such a family, accessing & understanding your experience & grieving your losses, are necessary before personal change and deeper interpersonal connections can be made.
Families created through adoption, fostering and donor-assisted reproduction and blended families have unique histories and experiences which differ from families created through birth alone. All have experienced losses and the trauma of broken birth bonds. These experiences can provoke conscious or unconscious feelings such as grief, anger and shame which have significant impacts on self-value, behaviours, relationships and intimacy. If you are a part of such a family, accessing & understanding your experience & grieving your losses, are necessary before personal change and deeper interpersonal connections can be made.
I have always been a caregiver. It has been one of my life’s greatest joys! However, sometimes, I have put others first to the point where my own mental health has suffered. Maybe you have too? I can work with clients 16+ who have mood concerns, issues with anger, people experiencing burnout, caregiver stress and life transitions. I also provide affirming, anti-oppressive psychotherapy for 2SLGBTQ+ youth 16+, families and adults seeking greater self-understanding, resilience, and meaningful change.
J'ai travaillé dans les milieux bilingues pendant la plupart de ma carrière, est c'est ma plaisir de vous servir également en français
I have always been a caregiver. It has been one of my life’s greatest joys! However, sometimes, I have put others first to the point where my own mental health has suffered. Maybe you have too? I can work with clients 16+ who have mood concerns, issues with anger, people experiencing burnout, caregiver stress and life transitions. I also provide affirming, anti-oppressive psychotherapy for 2SLGBTQ+ youth 16+, families and adults seeking greater self-understanding, resilience, and meaningful change.
J'ai travaillé dans les milieux bilingues pendant la plupart de ma carrière, est c'est ma plaisir de vous servir également en français
I understand that life can be unpredictable and challenging at times, whether it's day-to-day frustrations, ongoing issues, relationship challenges or overwhelming circumstances. The first step is to understand that you have it within you to change. In therapy together, we will work towards overcoming the difficulties and obstacles you may be facing personally, at home, in the workplace, or with your significant other. You will feel empowered by learning more about your specific symptoms and challenges based on psychological research. You will develop a goal-oriented plan to make the life improvements you seek.
I understand that life can be unpredictable and challenging at times, whether it's day-to-day frustrations, ongoing issues, relationship challenges or overwhelming circumstances. The first step is to understand that you have it within you to change. In therapy together, we will work towards overcoming the difficulties and obstacles you may be facing personally, at home, in the workplace, or with your significant other. You will feel empowered by learning more about your specific symptoms and challenges based on psychological research. You will develop a goal-oriented plan to make the life improvements you seek.
Are you struggling to work through difficult emotions? I am a Registered Psychotherapist with in-depth education and experience counselling individuals who are struggling with personal and interpersonal difficulties. I focus on treating a variety of mental health concerns including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship issues, parenting and family struggles, bullying and grief. I am also passionate about working with aspiring, expecting, new and experienced parents through the various stressors and challenges of parenthood such as infertility, miscarriage, Postpartum Depression and family adjustment.
Are you struggling to work through difficult emotions? I am a Registered Psychotherapist with in-depth education and experience counselling individuals who are struggling with personal and interpersonal difficulties. I focus on treating a variety of mental health concerns including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship issues, parenting and family struggles, bullying and grief. I am also passionate about working with aspiring, expecting, new and experienced parents through the various stressors and challenges of parenthood such as infertility, miscarriage, Postpartum Depression and family adjustment.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or alone in your experience of life?
Do you find that these feelings are affecting your sense of self, your relationships, your work, or your ability to enjoy life?
With all the daily responsibilities of being a student, working professional, parent, partner, or balancing multiple roles, it’s easy to feel stretched thin and disconnected from yourself and the life you’re looking for.
You don’t have to go through this alone. I believe healing and meaningful change are possible, and finding the right support can make all the difference.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or alone in your experience of life?
Do you find that these feelings are affecting your sense of self, your relationships, your work, or your ability to enjoy life?
With all the daily responsibilities of being a student, working professional, parent, partner, or balancing multiple roles, it’s easy to feel stretched thin and disconnected from yourself and the life you’re looking for.
You don’t have to go through this alone. I believe healing and meaningful change are possible, and finding the right support can make all the difference.
Immediate availability with several of my team members including psychologists, psychotherapists and social workers, offering a range of fees, virtually and in person.
There are many things I love about being a psychologist, but among the greatest is helping people who are suffering and feeling stuck begin to recognize that change is possible. Watching that first glimmer of hope emerge is profoundly fulfilling. The Centre for Change offers psychological assessment, psychotherapy and consultation for adolescents, adults, couples, families and seniors.
Immediate availability with several of my team members including psychologists, psychotherapists and social workers, offering a range of fees, virtually and in person.
There are many things I love about being a psychologist, but among the greatest is helping people who are suffering and feeling stuck begin to recognize that change is possible. Watching that first glimmer of hope emerge is profoundly fulfilling. The Centre for Change offers psychological assessment, psychotherapy and consultation for adolescents, adults, couples, families and seniors.
Becoming a parent can be one of the most profound transitions of your life — and also one of the loneliest. Many of the parents I work with come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, or quietly wondering “Why does this feel so hard when everyone says it’s supposed to be joyful?” If you’re finding yourself worrying constantly about your baby, feeling disconnected from yourself or your partner, grieving how different things feel, or struggling to keep up while carrying so much on your own, you are not alone — and nothing is “wrong” with you.
Becoming a parent can be one of the most profound transitions of your life — and also one of the loneliest. Many of the parents I work with come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, or quietly wondering “Why does this feel so hard when everyone says it’s supposed to be joyful?” If you’re finding yourself worrying constantly about your baby, feeling disconnected from yourself or your partner, grieving how different things feel, or struggling to keep up while carrying so much on your own, you are not alone — and nothing is “wrong” with you.
I am a Registered Qualifying Psychotherapist with a passion for working with teens and adolescents. I have always been drawn to helping people better understand themselves as they evolve through life. I have many years experience working with children and teens in educational and athletic settings.
I am a Registered Qualifying Psychotherapist with a passion for working with teens and adolescents. I have always been drawn to helping people better understand themselves as they evolve through life. I have many years experience working with children and teens in educational and athletic settings.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience working with both individuals and couples who are struggling with personal and relational difficulties. I focus on treating a number of mental health concerns including, but not limited to: depression, stress, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, grief, relationship struggles, parenting, and perinatal issues. I am also passionate about supporting individuals and couples experiencing difficulties and challenges related to family creation and parenthood such as infertility, miscarriage/stillbirth, infant loss, postpartum depression and anxiety, and family adjustment issues.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience working with both individuals and couples who are struggling with personal and relational difficulties. I focus on treating a number of mental health concerns including, but not limited to: depression, stress, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, grief, relationship struggles, parenting, and perinatal issues. I am also passionate about supporting individuals and couples experiencing difficulties and challenges related to family creation and parenthood such as infertility, miscarriage/stillbirth, infant loss, postpartum depression and anxiety, and family adjustment issues.
You’re ready to focus on one specific issue... anxiety, low mood, burnout, or a life transition... and you want meaningful change over a defined period. You may be new to therapy and looking for structure, clarity, and a therapist who understands the layered realities of identity: race, faith, culture, family roles, or being first-generation. You want practical insight, cultural awareness, and a space where your lived experience is understood, not explained.
You’re ready to focus on one specific issue... anxiety, low mood, burnout, or a life transition... and you want meaningful change over a defined period. You may be new to therapy and looking for structure, clarity, and a therapist who understands the layered realities of identity: race, faith, culture, family roles, or being first-generation. You want practical insight, cultural awareness, and a space where your lived experience is understood, not explained.
Wait List - Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and Certified Hypnotherapist - I offer psychotherapy and/or hypnotherapy for women experiencing anxiety, stress, fears, phobias, shame, guilt, loss of sense of self, grief, sadness, stressful transitions, relationship difficulties, panic, sleep disturbances and self esteem issues. After over 25 years of Counselling experience, I understand that when we are hurting we have a deep need to feel heard and valued, while at the same time find relief and support. I am a proud member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association as well as the National Guild of Hypnotists
Wait List - Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and Certified Hypnotherapist - I offer psychotherapy and/or hypnotherapy for women experiencing anxiety, stress, fears, phobias, shame, guilt, loss of sense of self, grief, sadness, stressful transitions, relationship difficulties, panic, sleep disturbances and self esteem issues. After over 25 years of Counselling experience, I understand that when we are hurting we have a deep need to feel heard and valued, while at the same time find relief and support. I am a proud member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association as well as the National Guild of Hypnotists
Do you consider anxiety, depression, grief, and stress to be negatively impacting your life? Or are neurodiverse conditions such as autism, ADHD, or learning difficulties impacting your ability to function? Do you feel that these symptoms and conditions are overwhelming and pose as obstacles on your way to living a more fulfilling and happier life? My goal is to assist you during this explorative journey to find strategies that work for you and can make your life better. I create a safe and inclusive space and develop a therapeutic relationship where respect, trust and professionalism prevail.
Do you consider anxiety, depression, grief, and stress to be negatively impacting your life? Or are neurodiverse conditions such as autism, ADHD, or learning difficulties impacting your ability to function? Do you feel that these symptoms and conditions are overwhelming and pose as obstacles on your way to living a more fulfilling and happier life? My goal is to assist you during this explorative journey to find strategies that work for you and can make your life better. I create a safe and inclusive space and develop a therapeutic relationship where respect, trust and professionalism prevail.
Family/Individual Therapist & Relationship Coach
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, PgDip, MBA, OACCPP
1 Endorsed
Nepean, ON K2J
Ade is a Clinical Counsellor, Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Relationship coach at the Mental Health Unit of Precision Medical Centre located in Barrhaven, Nepean. She holds a Master Degree in Counselling Psychology and Certified Clinician in REBT, CBT and Emotion Focus Therapy. She also a Faculty member of Centre for Rational and Cognitive Therapies, teaches, mentors and supervises graduating Masters degree students for College registration and completion of degree. She has years of experience working with all age group in mental health and relationship issues.
Ade is a Clinical Counsellor, Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Relationship coach at the Mental Health Unit of Precision Medical Centre located in Barrhaven, Nepean. She holds a Master Degree in Counselling Psychology and Certified Clinician in REBT, CBT and Emotion Focus Therapy. She also a Faculty member of Centre for Rational and Cognitive Therapies, teaches, mentors and supervises graduating Masters degree students for College registration and completion of degree. She has years of experience working with all age group in mental health and relationship issues.
Tara MacGillivray
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MACP
2 Endorsed
Nepean, ON K2H
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy helping people who have experienced all sorts of life challenges including but not limited to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, relationships, separation/ divorce, parenting, grief, and intimate partner violence.
Coming to therapy can be difficult for many people, but you are not alone! I will walk alongside you throughout our sessions together, with an empathetic and non-judgmental approach. The relationship between client and therapist is one that I place high value on, and you can expect that you will be treated respectfully and as an equal during our sessions.
I enjoy helping people who have experienced all sorts of life challenges including but not limited to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, relationships, separation/ divorce, parenting, grief, and intimate partner violence.
Coming to therapy can be difficult for many people, but you are not alone! I will walk alongside you throughout our sessions together, with an empathetic and non-judgmental approach. The relationship between client and therapist is one that I place high value on, and you can expect that you will be treated respectfully and as an equal during our sessions.
I welcome you to come co-create a grounded, heart-centred and compassionate space where your whole self is honoured. I support clients navigating LGBTQ+ identity, major life transitions, grief and loss, experiences related to pregnancy, pregnancy loss, abortion, trauma/PTSD, disability, chronic illness, relationship challenges, identity shifts, burnout, long‑term stress, and the emotional impact of systemic pressures. I am especially attuned to people who feel disconnected from themselves or their environments, and those seeking a more embodied, holistic approach to therapy.
I welcome you to come co-create a grounded, heart-centred and compassionate space where your whole self is honoured. I support clients navigating LGBTQ+ identity, major life transitions, grief and loss, experiences related to pregnancy, pregnancy loss, abortion, trauma/PTSD, disability, chronic illness, relationship challenges, identity shifts, burnout, long‑term stress, and the emotional impact of systemic pressures. I am especially attuned to people who feel disconnected from themselves or their environments, and those seeking a more embodied, holistic approach to therapy.
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How does therapy for people affected by a divorce work?
Individuals may feel a number of emotions following a divorce, such as shock, guilt, grief, anger, and fear. Therapists offer a non-judgmental space for individuals to talk about what they’ve experienced and process their emotions. Therapists will help clients develop coping strategies. They can also help a client rebuild their sense of self and self-worth and talk about what a happier future might look like.
What’s the most common type of therapy following a divorce?
There are several types of therapy that may be useful for divorce, including cognitive behavioural, acceptance and commitment, solution-focused brief, and mindfulness-based therapies. Many therapy types are talk-therapy based, which is typically the most popular option for individuals dealing with divorce. Cognitive behavioural therapy is a widely-used talk therapy, however, there’s no specific therapy type that’s designed to help people with divorce, and different types will work depending on the person.
When should an individual seek help due to a divorce?
When the feelings of a divorced individual, or an individual going through the process of divorce, begin to disrupt healthy daily functioning, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not performing at work due to problems with anxiety or motivation, if they’re no longer seeing friends due to feelings of shame, or if they’re not properly taking care of themselves as a result of depression, speaking to a professional could help.
How do you encourage someone to go to therapy due to a divorce?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the individual while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Sharing how the individual appears to be suffering, and what effects it has on them or on their children, should be done with compassion and empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.