Therapists in Ottawa, ON

Julia Vlaming: Does not reside in a castle, but will hold down the fort nonetheless. Taught the Ice Queen to love summertime. Fluent at deciphering treasure maps. Says she's not responsible for Rapunzel's escape, but we all know the truth.... Working on bringing peace to Narnia.

I offer individual therapy to adults and bring a diverse, multicultural life experience to my therapeutic perspective. I will provide a safe environment from which you can explore yourself, your challenges and your resources in order that you may gain insight and awareness into your unique human experience.

All people share a common desire to be seen, understood, cherished, and respected. My hope is to provide this caring context in order to help people who are ready to transform their lives and take control of their mental health.

I am a registered psychologist in the provinces of Quebec and Ontario. I am also a professor of counselling at Saint-Paul University and the director of clinical training.

We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.

I work with individuals, couples and families of all cultural/spiritual backgrounds. I use an eclectic treatment approach to address anxiety, depression, anger, communication issues and relationship recovery, addictions, work/life balance, self-esteem, post-traumatic stress, career and many other issues. I believe that active listening is at the heart of effective therapy, and I work to help my clients find their own hidden strengths, empowering them to effectively resolve their issues. My personal life mission is to assist my clients in identifying solutions to the problems that prevent them from enjoying their lives to the fullest extent possible.

Life often does not go according to plan and sometimes we need support navigating its challenges. I am passionate about supporting others in living their best quality of life possible. I believe this is best done by creating and holding a safe, non-judgmental space to support self-awareness, curiosity, expression, and change. I believe that each individual has a unique life experience and that you are the expert on your life. I view my role as a counsellor as a supportive guide and ally on whatever journey you happen to be on. I offer an empathetic, inclusive, integrated and collaborative approach.

Welcome! My name is Samantha and I am a Registered Social Worker in the Province of Ontario. I have a background in health care and have supported many clients/families as they navigate the constraints of our health care system, as well as the complexities that are often presented in these environments. I am particularly passionate about working with women (18+) experiencing, compassion fatigue, caregiver burnout, grief, guilt, stress, anxiety, as well as navigating complex relationships. I believe it is important to understand ourselves in order to pursue life from a healthier and more thoughtful place.

What brings you here today? Are you questioning your choices, your relationships, your career, or the meaning of life in general? Are you struggling with finding balance in your life? Have you experienced trauma, grief over a significant loss, or trying to deal with a major life transition? Is something keeping you awake at night? I work with individuals experiencing these types of challenges and more. Any of these might be creating stress, anxiety, or sadness for you and you may be having difficulty managing feelings, thoughts, or behaviours that come along. You've come to the right place.

*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* I enjoy supporting people to create a lifestyle that brings them a sense of happiness and peace. I am culturally sensitive and I strive to create a safe and compassionate environment. My expertise lies in helping people improve mental health, family and relationship dynamics and personal development/spiritual growth. It would be my honour to support you in creating your ideal reality.

I use a compassionate, warm and informal approach in therapy to help you with many of life's challenges. I help people cope with caregiver issues, including those in multiple caregiving/ parenting roles; changes related to aging, illness and end-of-life concerns; life transitions; work stress, and work/life balance concerns; anxiety and depression; grief and loss; as well as low self-confidence and self-esteem. With over 20 years' experience in different settings, I can help you find your way forward.

I believe most people can benefit from art therapy. There are many reasons someone might be interested in trying art therapy. Art therapy is a place to bring whatever needs voice and movement in the moment. One common intention for those seeking therapy is that they hope to feel/see change. The art making itself acts as tangible evidence for that change. We can literally see where we started, how far we have come and where we are currently.

Welcome NEW clients! I specialize in supporting children, adolescents and individuals with Autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression and those adjusting to new life transitions. "Life is imperfect but this gives us a chance for growth and continuing evolution"- Dr. Charlie Swenson. You are the expert of your own lived experiences and I will walk alongside you on your journey of healing and self-discovery. I strive to foster a genuine and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel safe to share their stories and achieve their goals.

I’ve been a Social Worker for over 34 years. I have worked with individuals in Adult & Child Protection, psychiatric units, and emergency departments. I have a passion in working with individuals living with mental illness and addictions. I have also worked with youth in complex cases and crisis situations. I have counselled adults and children in homeless shelters and youth involved in human trafficking. I have counselled individuals who are involved with Correction Services of Canada on parole, while they resided in half way house. I promote social justice, diversity & inclusion with a trauma informed family centred approach.

Having worked in the Health Care field for over 17 years, I have gained a wide range of knowledge about helping individuals and families who are suffering from an illness, anxiety, PTSD or struggling with their sexual identity as well as alternative relationships including Open relationships and Poly Lifestyles. I have gained my skill set by providing support to others, as well as from my own experiences. I am a proud member of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. With all of my clients, I draw on both my life experience as well as my education, and is a strong believer of partnership and collaboration to help my clients reach their goals. ​

You’re probably feeling so alone and hopeless right now. The relationship you once looked to for strength and joy is beginning to feel like a source of pain and disconnection. You feel like you have tried everything that you know to make your relationship better. You’ve tried talking about your issues but somehow always end up spiraling into a fight- leaving you feeling frustrated, disconnected and more hurt each time. You worry about where your relationship is headed if something doesn’t change. I want you to know you are in the right place. You can transform your disconnection and negative communication patterns into connection.

Not accepting new clients - on maternity leave until August 2024. Have you been feeling lost, or unsure how to move forward? Perhaps you have noticed an increase in anxiety, leaving you feeling paralyzed or overwhelmed by your thoughts. Maybe you have been struggling with daily tasks such as eating or cleaning, or feeling like you can't get out of bed. Some experiences in life can hit so hard, it feels impossible to move. It can be difficult to figure out how to process them and understand how to feel like yourself again. I specialize in helping people with anxiety, depression, loss, grief and trauma.