Child Therapists in Ottawa, ON

Anupama Estarla
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MSc, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2J
Are you feeling overwhelmed, unsure of where to turn for support? Whether it’s your child
struggling in school, a teen navigating tough emotions, or an adult facing personal challenges, life can sometimes feel too much to handle.
Whether you're looking to help a child manage emotions, support a teen through stress or identity exploration, or work through your own mental health challenges, I’m here to help. I use a blend of proven techniques, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Art Therapy, Play Therapy and Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT).
Are you feeling overwhelmed, unsure of where to turn for support? Whether it’s your child
struggling in school, a teen navigating tough emotions, or an adult facing personal challenges, life can sometimes feel too much to handle.
Whether you're looking to help a child manage emotions, support a teen through stress or identity exploration, or work through your own mental health challenges, I’m here to help. I use a blend of proven techniques, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Art Therapy, Play Therapy and Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT).

Sandbox Family Solutions
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, MSW, RSW, QFAS
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2B
Our treatment team has a combined total of 75 years of experience working with children and youth as we specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression and relationship issues (including helping families who are needing reunification support).
Not only do we specialize in divorce and separation, we also help clients with a wide array of issues. We want everyone to thrive! Whether it is about starting over or trying to get through life, we can help by offering practical, thoughtful and nurturing solutions for you and your family.
Our treatment team has a combined total of 75 years of experience working with children and youth as we specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression and relationship issues (including helping families who are needing reunification support).
Not only do we specialize in divorce and separation, we also help clients with a wide array of issues. We want everyone to thrive! Whether it is about starting over or trying to get through life, we can help by offering practical, thoughtful and nurturing solutions for you and your family.

I firmly believe every child and parent has an inherent desire to do well, and when they aren't, they just need a little help getting there.
Recognizing that we are all unique, I draw on various approaches to best meet your specific needs and goals. My practice specializations include working with children and youth who struggle with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self-esteem, and emotion regulation issues.
I firmly believe every child and parent has an inherent desire to do well, and when they aren't, they just need a little help getting there.
Recognizing that we are all unique, I draw on various approaches to best meet your specific needs and goals. My practice specializations include working with children and youth who struggle with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self-esteem, and emotion regulation issues.

Is your child struggling with mental health recently? Is your teenager or young adult suffering with social anxiety, anxiety, depression, lack of motivation, school avoidance, difficulty managing their own emotions, OCD, feeling overwhelmed or lacking self-confidence? I can help support your family navigate through these challenges and difficulties.
I am a CRPO Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). I have completed my Master of Arts (MA) in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. I specialize working with children and teenagers from 10 to 25 years old. I am offering virtual therapy, making it convenient for families to attend therapy.
Is your child struggling with mental health recently? Is your teenager or young adult suffering with social anxiety, anxiety, depression, lack of motivation, school avoidance, difficulty managing their own emotions, OCD, feeling overwhelmed or lacking self-confidence? I can help support your family navigate through these challenges and difficulties.
I am a CRPO Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). I have completed my Master of Arts (MA) in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. I specialize working with children and teenagers from 10 to 25 years old. I am offering virtual therapy, making it convenient for families to attend therapy.

Is your child or teen, struggling with their daily functioning? Are they struggling to balance school, social media, puberty, friendships or family dynamics? I am here to help.
Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions, I provide the personalized care you deserve. Together, we'll work towards understanding and addressing your specific concerns, ensuring you feel validated and supported every step of the way. This collaborative approach means that your voice is central to the process.
Is your child or teen, struggling with their daily functioning? Are they struggling to balance school, social media, puberty, friendships or family dynamics? I am here to help.
Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions, I provide the personalized care you deserve. Together, we'll work towards understanding and addressing your specific concerns, ensuring you feel validated and supported every step of the way. This collaborative approach means that your voice is central to the process.

Daniela Mardero
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2M
Waitlist for new clients
I also enjoy working with children and teens in managing big emotions and difficult life experiences, as well as with their parents and caregivers.
My approach to psychotherapy is humanistic, attachment focused, & trauma-informed. I have training and experience with multiple modalities including Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), psychosensory and applied polyvagal theory, working with intergenerational trauma, and trauma-informed care in addictions.
I also enjoy working with children and teens in managing big emotions and difficult life experiences, as well as with their parents and caregivers.
My approach to psychotherapy is humanistic, attachment focused, & trauma-informed. I have training and experience with multiple modalities including Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), psychosensory and applied polyvagal theory, working with intergenerational trauma, and trauma-informed care in addictions.

I work with children, teens, adults, and families providing a safe, non-judgmental space for healing, resilience, and growth.
Are past memories holding you back from living your best life or connecting with others? Do you feel overwhelmed just trying to get through the day or wonder if life could be better? You’re not alone. Many people feel uncertain about how to move forward after challenging experiences. I believe that everyone who has struggled deserves the opportunity to heal and grow. Together, we can create a path toward meaningful change and a better future. If you're ready to start this journey, I’m here to help you take the first step.
I work with children, teens, adults, and families providing a safe, non-judgmental space for healing, resilience, and growth.
Are past memories holding you back from living your best life or connecting with others? Do you feel overwhelmed just trying to get through the day or wonder if life could be better? You’re not alone. Many people feel uncertain about how to move forward after challenging experiences. I believe that everyone who has struggled deserves the opportunity to heal and grow. Together, we can create a path toward meaningful change and a better future. If you're ready to start this journey, I’m here to help you take the first step.

Anastasia Machan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, BA, RECE
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2E
Balancing the demands of daily life while navigating parenting your neurodivergent child is draining.
I specialize in helping parents and neurodivergent children navigate the complex challenges they face. We’ll focus on creating practical, actionable strategies that make a difference in your day-to-day life. Whether you’re managing behavioural challenges, big emotions, or feeling unheard, we’ll work together to build resilience in your family.
Balancing the demands of daily life while navigating parenting your neurodivergent child is draining.
I specialize in helping parents and neurodivergent children navigate the complex challenges they face. We’ll focus on creating practical, actionable strategies that make a difference in your day-to-day life. Whether you’re managing behavioural challenges, big emotions, or feeling unheard, we’ll work together to build resilience in your family.

Mélanie Lacombe | Anxiety | Depression | Orleans
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1C
Is your child or teen experiencing anxiety, depression, or strong emotions? Does frequent worry seem to get in the way of daily activities? Are you worried about their ability to regulate their emotions? If you're feeling stuck in helping them navigate the stresses of life; I’m here to help.
In my practice, I use proven methods that help young people manage their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in healthy ways. This includes approaches like DBT, CBT, ACT, Mindfulness-based therapy and motivational techniques to inspire positive choices. I also enjoy using art as a way for my clients to express themselves and communicate what they’re feeling.
Is your child or teen experiencing anxiety, depression, or strong emotions? Does frequent worry seem to get in the way of daily activities? Are you worried about their ability to regulate their emotions? If you're feeling stuck in helping them navigate the stresses of life; I’m here to help.
In my practice, I use proven methods that help young people manage their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in healthy ways. This includes approaches like DBT, CBT, ACT, Mindfulness-based therapy and motivational techniques to inspire positive choices. I also enjoy using art as a way for my clients to express themselves and communicate what they’re feeling.

Relationship Counseling & Therapy with Anne Kanata
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1S
I have training in resilience for anxiety & depression for adolescents, children, adults & in navigating school challenges.
Couples/ Family: If you want to improve trust, intimacy with your partner, manage conflict, work to separate with dignity, Anne can help. Children & adolescents benefit from having someone to talk to, making sense of the changes along the path to adulthood & learn to cope with anxiety, stress, esteem, peers, depression, divorce, blended families, school work
I have training in resilience for anxiety & depression for adolescents, children, adults & in navigating school challenges.
Couples/ Family: If you want to improve trust, intimacy with your partner, manage conflict, work to separate with dignity, Anne can help. Children & adolescents benefit from having someone to talk to, making sense of the changes along the path to adulthood & learn to cope with anxiety, stress, esteem, peers, depression, divorce, blended families, school work

As a therapist who specializes in working with children, teens and young adults, I understand some of the unique challenges you face.
I create a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings without judgment. My approach is both professional and approachable, and I pride myself on building strong relationships with my clients. My goal is to have you leave each session feeling heard, supported, and empowered.
As a therapist who specializes in working with children, teens and young adults, I understand some of the unique challenges you face.
I create a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings without judgment. My approach is both professional and approachable, and I pride myself on building strong relationships with my clients. My goal is to have you leave each session feeling heard, supported, and empowered.
Meet Our Child Counsellors

Sapna Singh
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, lack of motivation, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck or relationship issues? Are you experiencing difficulties in your relationship/dating, family role, school, job, health or some other area of your life? Do you sometimes think to yourself "my child's behaviour is out of control?" My practice services individuals, children, youth and families.
Specializing in children, teens, young adults, families, anxiety, depression, mental health and behavioural challenges, I practice from a warm, compassionate and culturally sensitive approach. The theoretical approaches I implement are based on my client’s unique needs and include evidence-based modalities. Call or email me today to get started.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, lack of motivation, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck or relationship issues? Are you experiencing difficulties in your relationship/dating, family role, school, job, health or some other area of your life? Do you sometimes think to yourself "my child's behaviour is out of control?" My practice services individuals, children, youth and families.
Specializing in children, teens, young adults, families, anxiety, depression, mental health and behavioural challenges, I practice from a warm, compassionate and culturally sensitive approach. The theoretical approaches I implement are based on my client’s unique needs and include evidence-based modalities. Call or email me today to get started.

Accepting NEW patients for phone & video sessions! Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious & stressed? Are you/your child struggling to regulate emotions, experiencing behavioural issues or low self esteem? Are you/your child struggling with thoughts of depression, self-harm or suicide? Is your child having issues with peers, school or low self esteem? WELL, you have come to the right place! I am happy to help-whether it be learning different skills through evidence-based interventions and/or learning coping strategies through relaxation, grounding and mindfulness, I am here to support you and your family.
I have worked at Sick Kids Hospital where I spent years helping children, teenagers and families identify and cope with any mental health struggles. I hope that through the time spent together we can create realistic and effective goals that will help YOU achieve a life that is worth living and one that makes you happy.
Accepting NEW patients for phone & video sessions! Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious & stressed? Are you/your child struggling to regulate emotions, experiencing behavioural issues or low self esteem? Are you/your child struggling with thoughts of depression, self-harm or suicide? Is your child having issues with peers, school or low self esteem? WELL, you have come to the right place! I am happy to help-whether it be learning different skills through evidence-based interventions and/or learning coping strategies through relaxation, grounding and mindfulness, I am here to support you and your family.
I have worked at Sick Kids Hospital where I spent years helping children, teenagers and families identify and cope with any mental health struggles. I hope that through the time spent together we can create realistic and effective goals that will help YOU achieve a life that is worth living and one that makes you happy.

In my forensic practice I specialize in high conflict separation and divorce, focusing on the best interests of the child.
My approach is down to earth, direct, and solution focused.
In my forensic practice I specialize in high conflict separation and divorce, focusing on the best interests of the child.
My approach is down to earth, direct, and solution focused.

My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups.
Specializing in children, youth, adults, anxiety, depression and relationship issues, I primarily work from a CBT, Narrative, Solution Focused, and Mindfulness Approach. I will be working to help you understand your feelings, thoughts, and actions and how perspective changes can lead to unlocking an empowered you.
My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups.
Specializing in children, youth, adults, anxiety, depression and relationship issues, I primarily work from a CBT, Narrative, Solution Focused, and Mindfulness Approach. I will be working to help you understand your feelings, thoughts, and actions and how perspective changes can lead to unlocking an empowered you.

Nancy Al Kayal
Psychological Associate, MA, C Psy, Assoc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2B
Specializing in working with families, children, youth, and young adults, I employ a blend of therapeutic approaches in my practice.
This multifaceted method allows me to tailor interventions to the specific needs and preferences of my clients, ensuring a holistic and effective therapeutic experience. If you're seeking psychological support for your family, child, or yourself in terms of interventions or psychoeducational assessment and diagnosis, I can support you with that.
Specializing in working with families, children, youth, and young adults, I employ a blend of therapeutic approaches in my practice.
This multifaceted method allows me to tailor interventions to the specific needs and preferences of my clients, ensuring a holistic and effective therapeutic experience. If you're seeking psychological support for your family, child, or yourself in terms of interventions or psychoeducational assessment and diagnosis, I can support you with that.

Parents are worried about their child or teen.
We help our adult, teen and child clients feel lighter, and more empowered. You can breathe a little easier after finally feeling understood, and come up with a plan of what to do next with one of our therapists.
Parents are worried about their child or teen.
We help our adult, teen and child clients feel lighter, and more empowered. You can breathe a little easier after finally feeling understood, and come up with a plan of what to do next with one of our therapists.

Emelie Sattaratn
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MEd, MACP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1S
I have extensive experience working with children/teens, adults and families through complex issues.
I am so glad you're here! Therapy is a valuable process that helps you gain insight into yourself and fosters inner healing and self-discovery. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and I offer a supportive environment for clients addressing a variety of issues, including trauma and abuse, childhood trauma, anxiety, interpersonal relationships, eating disorders and burnout/stress through a trauma-informed lens.
I have extensive experience working with children/teens, adults and families through complex issues.
I am so glad you're here! Therapy is a valuable process that helps you gain insight into yourself and fosters inner healing and self-discovery. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and I offer a supportive environment for clients addressing a variety of issues, including trauma and abuse, childhood trauma, anxiety, interpersonal relationships, eating disorders and burnout/stress through a trauma-informed lens.

Attached Kids offers client-centered support to children, adolescents, parents, and families.
I’m here to help children, teens, and parents work through their struggles and find connection. As a parent, you play such a vital role in your child’s life, and I’m passionate about supporting you in navigating the challenges that come with it. Through parent sessions, I provide a supportive space where you can explore your experiences and gain insight.
Attached Kids offers client-centered support to children, adolescents, parents, and families.
I’m here to help children, teens, and parents work through their struggles and find connection. As a parent, you play such a vital role in your child’s life, and I’m passionate about supporting you in navigating the challenges that come with it. Through parent sessions, I provide a supportive space where you can explore your experiences and gain insight.

Shakti Psychotherapy & Wellness - Anjali Prajapati
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BSc, MACP, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with a variety of clients ranging from children age 8+ to adults.
Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions, I believe in addressing the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
I work with a variety of clients ranging from children age 8+ to adults.
Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions, I believe in addressing the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
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Nearby Child or Adolescent Counsellors Searches for Ottawa
- Almonte
- Arnprior
- Carleton Place
- Embrun
- Gloucester
- Kanata
- Manotick
- Nepean
- Orleans
- Rockland
- Smiths Falls
- Stittsville
Child Counsellors
Child psychologists in Ottawa, ON provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Ottawa build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Ottawa build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.