Autism Therapists in Ottawa, ON

I recognize that asking for help is never easy and I aim to create a welcoming and judgment free space so that we can work together towards your goals. Each session is tailored to what you want to focus on - there is no such thing as a problem too small. Counselling is a way to explore what we are experiencing in a new mindset - with my ultimate goal being to leave you feeling empowered. I have experience counselling over 1000 individuals which has allowed me to explore a vast range of topics.

Hey, so this is a weird process, right? I know finding a therapist can feel daunting. Maybe you’ve never done therapy and you have no idea what to expect. Maybe you’ve tried it before, but you want something different. Maybe you just want something to change, but you’re not sure what. That’s okay; you don’t have to figure it out alone. I love to help people navigate this unique healing process through honesty, authenticity, and non-judgement. We can work together to determine your goals, the changes you may want to make, and the kinds of therapy that might be helpful for you.

Are you going through a hard time with anxiety, depression, or trauma? Do you feel stuck or misunderstood in your relationship? Does it feel like you are triggered by little things that don’t make sense? Struggling through your day does not have to be your reality anymore. I can help you break free from feeling trapped and start living your life with ease, calm, and joy. Change is possible and I am committed to supporting you each and every step of the way. I help individuals and couples move past stuck patterns and start implementing positive change in their lives now. Start feeling better and looking forward to each day.

My joy is to help children, adolescents, and adults embrace their full potential! I conduct comprehensive Psychological consultations and assessments to diagnose ADHD, Learning Disability, Giftedness, Intellectual Disability, ASD, and other developmental or social-emotional issues. I use a holistic and eclectic approach to identify and help address learning, academic, self-esteem, attentional, adaptive/developmental, social-emotional or other mental health challenges. I provide direct supports, coaching plan and strength-based recommendations for the whole person and parents. Collaboration with the whole family and team is key.

Transgender people who are on land currently stolen by “canada” are my clients and peers. If you are trans or 2S and seeking liberation and trauma recovery, you are welcome here. Your body contains the memory of overlapping experiences of violence and not enough safety. You carry stories of abusive relationships, religious violence, homelessness, anti-fatness, dysphoria, or misgendering. You dissociate often and you experience substance use or self-harm. You carry grief. You may have a parts system and you may be neurodivergent. You value an Autistic therapist who encourages unmasking in session.

Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, or grief that is affecting your sleep, energy levels, and relationships? Are you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or frustrated? Is it hard to make it through the day? Our team is ready to help you become the version of yourself that you have always wanted to be. We think finding the right therapist is extremely important which is why we have a large team that supports a diverse range of mental health challenges. Reach out to us today to find the right therapist for you!

*Note that I work with individuals aged 4 to 21 and I am only accepting clients for psychoeducational and psychological assessments currently. For the past decade I have been exploring my passion in helping those with learning challenges build strategies for success, and supporting people to address learning and mental health barriers and adversity. My early career focused on researching motivational factors that contribute to learning and interventions, while I later developed a passion for working in applied psychology settings.

I am here to support you with trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, self-esteem and perfectionism. I am passionate about helping you become the best version of yourself through helping you gain control over your life. I help people unlearn deeply embedded negative self beliefs, practice healthy coping strategies and re-discover a sense of safety. Emotions can sometimes feel overwhelming, but you can learn to understand, process, and move through them. I help you escape reoccurring problems through understanding the root cause of the issue, and developing strategies for a brighter future.

Trauma and its aftermath can manifest in various ways, often leaving individuals feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, and stuck. Collaboratively, I work with you to address the underlying causes of your distress, empowering you to develop coping strategies and cultivate resilience in the face of adversity. Whether you are struggling to make sense of overwhelming emotions, grappling with origin wounds, facing communication barriers, or dealing with the toll of prolonged exposure to trauma, I am committed to providing you with the support you need to navigate life’s challenges with confidence.

As director at Old Capital Counselling & Psychotherapy, I help Individuals transform their relationships, overcome grief and trauma, and achieve overall life improvement. My desire as a therapist is to help individuals and couples along their way to building a better relationship, developing more control in their lives, and exploring their beliefs. My approach is a combination of neurobiology, philosophy, mindfulness, narrative therapy, ACT, art therapy and various other psychological theories to offer an integrative approach to meeting client needs, all practiced from an emotion focused client-centered perspective.

Accepting new clients. Do you feel like your anxiety stops you from living your life? Like self critical thoughts are always running through your mind and your brain won't "shut off"? Or maybe you've been through trauma that keeps affecting you in the present? I support teens and adults to help you have more confidence, feel more in charge of your own life and finally feel hopeful about your future again. My work is rooted in compassion and together we can equip you with the tools to cope with life's challenges, understand yourself better, and go from surviving to thriving to create the life that you deserve.

Therapy is something that can help anyone but certainly isn't 'one size fits all'. I've always compared therapy cooking the most elaborate meal...one clear goal, but many different steps, ingredients and changes to get there. Like cooking, you may have to adjust as you go, possibly changing therapists, changing the therapeutic modality or mixing several, adjusting the goal as you go if needed. My goal is to always work with you to find that perfect 'mixture' and adjusting as we go to ensure that the desired goal is met. It takes patience, some trial and error, and a willingness. No matter what the 'issue' is, we can adjust and adapt

Compassionate therapy and clinical supervision to support you through life's biggest challenges. With you at the center; to hear your unique needs and goals, to support your transition with a variety of evidence-based approaches and tools to best meet your needs. Allowing a space of warmth and acceptance to appreciate all the sides of you, to allow for greater awareness of the most difficult transitions and your needs at present, along with gentle questioning to allow for greater self-discovery to make sense of your journey and allow for greater acceptance to find your best way forward.

I have vacancy to supervise a few counsellors/ therapists. My style is to follow your individual style and provide suggestions to fit your treatment methodology of choice. I believe supervision can effectively support continuous professional growth whether a new or already seasoned therapist.

Kudos for reaching out for help, especially when mental health and relationship struggles can be painful and exhausting. I deliver treatments for trauma, anxiety and depression, grief, emotional regulation and anger, self-harm, struggling couples, and narcissistic abuse. I am neurodiversity affirming. Who we are is not something that needs to be fixed. I treat all ages (6+ and couples) with a background working with military families. Lets have a discussion about your challenges, and goals. I am here to help you discover new ways of being and relating!

Cognitive Resilience Counselling Clinic (CRCC) is a psychotherapy practice running in person in Brampton from Mon-Sat 9-9. CRCC is committed to helping individuals overcome mental health disorders, build resilience, and live fulfilling and meaningful lives. Our values of compassion, safety, collaboration, and personalized care guide our work and are at the heart of everything we do. At CRCC, we understand that mental health disorders can be challenging and isolating experiences, and that seeking help can be difficult. That is why we have created a warm and welcoming environment where everyone feels heard, respected, and supported.

Thank you for considering me in your search for a therapist. It is my belief that the most meaningful therapy is grounded in the safety and fit of the client-therapist relationship. I strive to maintain a practice that is authentic, transparent, and honouring of the courage it takes to arrive in therapy. My approach is integrative and often draws from both person-centred and narrative methodologies as well as my lived experience as a transgender person. I strive to create a warm and inclusive space that fosters collaboration, discussion and self-exploration.

Do you feel like anxiety is holding you back? Are you stuck in the cycle of self-doubt? It’s okay to feel this way, and you are not alone. As a therapist who specializes in working with children, teens and young adults, I understand some of the unique challenges you face. I’m here to help you navigate life challenges and find a path forward that feels right for you. Together, we'll work through any anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, or decision-making challenges you are facing. Let's work together to help you feel more confident, empowered, and in control of your life.

Do you feel lost on your path due to a specific issue, or feelings you can't clearly identify? Do you feel stuck and cannot talk to those around you? Or are you lonely and isolated, burned out or emotionally and physically exhausted? Are you looking to understand yourself on a deeper level? Stressors in our everyday lives, Relationships, Systemic Barriers and Trauma from the past can live in us and manifest as Depression, Anxiety, Physical pain and Insomnia. It is painful and uncertain, and can cause a lack of confidence in how to move forward. Therapy is used to explore these issues and gain lifelong tools to support yourself.