Depression Therapists in Ottawa, ON
Astrid Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1K
I feel so unloved, alone, not seen or even neglected by my partner/family. Do you say that? Or: Trust is broken, something feels off and I don't know how to fix it! Or: My child struggles and I don't know how to help! I specialize in couples and family counselling and offer immediate availability to help you to strengthen your relationship. If you're looking to rebuild your connections or navigate conflicts within your relationships with empathy, I am here to support you and your family members every step of the way. Also, if you are newly married or new parents. If you don't want to be alone on this journey, please reach out!
I feel so unloved, alone, not seen or even neglected by my partner/family. Do you say that? Or: Trust is broken, something feels off and I don't know how to fix it! Or: My child struggles and I don't know how to help! I specialize in couples and family counselling and offer immediate availability to help you to strengthen your relationship. If you're looking to rebuild your connections or navigate conflicts within your relationships with empathy, I am here to support you and your family members every step of the way. Also, if you are newly married or new parents. If you don't want to be alone on this journey, please reach out!
Cassandra Tenneriello
MACP, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1S
Also, I have experience supporting anxiety, depression, grief, self-harm, self-esteem, struggles with identity and other obstacles that present themselves at all stages of life.
It takes great courage to begin taking steps towards starting therapy. As your therapist, I will walk alongside you on your therapeutic journey. My initial goal is to create a safe and compassionate environment for you to begin your healing process. From experience, all clients are unique, and my priority is to mould my therapeutic approach to suit your individual needs and goals. I use a strength-based, client-centred and collaborative approach meeting you where you are in your journey and empowering you to achieve growth.
Also, I have experience supporting anxiety, depression, grief, self-harm, self-esteem, struggles with identity and other obstacles that present themselves at all stages of life.
It takes great courage to begin taking steps towards starting therapy. As your therapist, I will walk alongside you on your therapeutic journey. My initial goal is to create a safe and compassionate environment for you to begin your healing process. From experience, all clients are unique, and my priority is to mould my therapeutic approach to suit your individual needs and goals. I use a strength-based, client-centred and collaborative approach meeting you where you are in your journey and empowering you to achieve growth.
Jill Firestone
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1Y
The Firestone CBT Clinic offers psychological assessment, treatment, and consultation for adults and adolescents who want help with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders and many other psychological concerns.
The Firestone CBT Clinic offers psychological assessment, treatment, and consultation for adults and adolescents who want help with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders and many other psychological concerns.
Rasheeda Wright
Registered Psychotherapist, M Ed, RP
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2H (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
When you are in emotional distress, an empathic, compassionate, non-judgemental presence can be invaluable in restoring your hope that life can be better. Hi, I’m Rasheeda, a passionate, trauma informed psychotherapist offering mental health support to individuals & couples. For 20+ years, I’ve helped clients navigate the sometimes murky waters of life. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, conflict in relationships & processing trauma. My approach to therapy takes into account clients’ diverse experiences and individual identities (e.g.ethnicity, race, gender, sexual orientation etc.).
When you are in emotional distress, an empathic, compassionate, non-judgemental presence can be invaluable in restoring your hope that life can be better. Hi, I’m Rasheeda, a passionate, trauma informed psychotherapist offering mental health support to individuals & couples. For 20+ years, I’ve helped clients navigate the sometimes murky waters of life. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, conflict in relationships & processing trauma. My approach to therapy takes into account clients’ diverse experiences and individual identities (e.g.ethnicity, race, gender, sexual orientation etc.).
Ann Smutylo
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2B
I am a Registered Master of Social Work, practicing clinical Psychotherapy. I work with individuals, couples, adolescents and seniors treating issues of stress, depression, anger management, workplace issues and burnout, grief and loss, relationship issues, marital/relationship counselling, parenting issues, separation and remarriage support. Life stage transitions and the role of family of origin and of culture in communication and in the perception of situations are a special interest. We handle life with the tools with which we have learned to survive. Therapy helps us to reassess and adjust these coping strategies to our present day context.
I am a Registered Master of Social Work, practicing clinical Psychotherapy. I work with individuals, couples, adolescents and seniors treating issues of stress, depression, anger management, workplace issues and burnout, grief and loss, relationship issues, marital/relationship counselling, parenting issues, separation and remarriage support. Life stage transitions and the role of family of origin and of culture in communication and in the perception of situations are a special interest. We handle life with the tools with which we have learned to survive. Therapy helps us to reassess and adjust these coping strategies to our present day context.
Julia Maiorino
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2P
It is my goal to provide my clients with a warm, nonjudgmental and honest environment where they can feel most comfortable exploring their thoughts, emotions and troubles. Much of my experience comes from working in mental health at The Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre. I have a passion for working with adolescents and adults as they develop the courage to explore their vulnerabilities on their journey towards wellness and fulfilment. My experience has allowed me to develop skills in working with depression, anxiety, grief, issues related to sexuality, emotional regulation, social fears and phobias, self-esteem and suicidal ideation.
It is my goal to provide my clients with a warm, nonjudgmental and honest environment where they can feel most comfortable exploring their thoughts, emotions and troubles. Much of my experience comes from working in mental health at The Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre. I have a passion for working with adolescents and adults as they develop the courage to explore their vulnerabilities on their journey towards wellness and fulfilment. My experience has allowed me to develop skills in working with depression, anxiety, grief, issues related to sexuality, emotional regulation, social fears and phobias, self-esteem and suicidal ideation.
Cameron Schallenberg
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1R
Is there an aspect of your life that overwhelms you and leaves you feeling like you need help? Living life authentically often leads us to encounter these types of challenges. Sometimes we can trace the origin of our distress back to a particular event or experience such as a relationship or job dissatisfaction. Other times, the origins are more hidden and leave us scared and confused. This distress can take many forms, typically depression and anxiety. Talking openly in the safety and confidentiality of a therapeutic relationship can bring some relief.
Is there an aspect of your life that overwhelms you and leaves you feeling like you need help? Living life authentically often leads us to encounter these types of challenges. Sometimes we can trace the origin of our distress back to a particular event or experience such as a relationship or job dissatisfaction. Other times, the origins are more hidden and leave us scared and confused. This distress can take many forms, typically depression and anxiety. Talking openly in the safety and confidentiality of a therapeutic relationship can bring some relief.
Daphné Bailliu-Chaloux
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP, MACP, BSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1R
Are you feeling stuck, hopeless, and weighed down by life? Do you experience feelings of anxiety, depression, and loneliness? You don't have to navigate these difficult experiences alone. Counselling therapy can help you create a fuller, more meaningful life and give you the tools necessary to cope with the inevitable challenges. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to start your healing journey. Together, we can help you shift and move towards what matters most to you.
Are you feeling stuck, hopeless, and weighed down by life? Do you experience feelings of anxiety, depression, and loneliness? You don't have to navigate these difficult experiences alone. Counselling therapy can help you create a fuller, more meaningful life and give you the tools necessary to cope with the inevitable challenges. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to start your healing journey. Together, we can help you shift and move towards what matters most to you.
Aleks Milosevic
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2P
People who seek my professional help, whether for psychotherapy or psychological evaluations, are often having difficulties with negative emotions (like anger, anxiety, depression, or shame), behaviours that negatively affect their work or relationships (like aggression, addictions, or compulsions), or patterns in their relationships that prevent them from feeling good about themselves or developing more satisfying connections.
People who seek my professional help, whether for psychotherapy or psychological evaluations, are often having difficulties with negative emotions (like anger, anxiety, depression, or shame), behaviours that negatively affect their work or relationships (like aggression, addictions, or compulsions), or patterns in their relationships that prevent them from feeling good about themselves or developing more satisfying connections.
Hajer Furat
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MEd, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2C
Accepting new clients! I understand that the journey to mental and emotional well-being is unique for each individual. As a seasoned and compassionate psychotherapist, I am committed to providing a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and concerns. I am focusing my efforts on individuals who struggle with diverse issues such as different anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, life transitions, discrimination, procrastination, relationships, post-partum challenges, parenting as well as family and women-related issues.
Accepting new clients! I understand that the journey to mental and emotional well-being is unique for each individual. As a seasoned and compassionate psychotherapist, I am committed to providing a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and concerns. I am focusing my efforts on individuals who struggle with diverse issues such as different anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, life transitions, discrimination, procrastination, relationships, post-partum challenges, parenting as well as family and women-related issues.
Dana Truelove
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2S
Avoiding? Self-sabotaging? Shutting down? I specialize in depression, anxiety, relationships, stress, anger, transitions, body image, self-esteem and procrastination. I'm just myself with my clients - relaxed, down to earth and totally non-judgmental. I'd love to help you tap into the strongest, most authentic version of yourself, so that you can live life the way you want to (whatever that may be). I want to help you to be confident and unshaken by distress.
Avoiding? Self-sabotaging? Shutting down? I specialize in depression, anxiety, relationships, stress, anger, transitions, body image, self-esteem and procrastination. I'm just myself with my clients - relaxed, down to earth and totally non-judgmental. I'd love to help you tap into the strongest, most authentic version of yourself, so that you can live life the way you want to (whatever that may be). I want to help you to be confident and unshaken by distress.
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Jonathan Morgan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RPQ
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2P (Online Only)
Clients often come to me for support with managing anxiety, depression, stress, past traumatic experiences, grief, gender and sexuality issues, and relationship challenges.
Experiencing a lot of stress/anxiety? Having a hard time overcoming your past? Therapy can help. I'm a kind, compassionate and experienced counsellor offering psychotherapy to adult individuals online. My goal is to help you get curious about what’s getting in the way of your mental health and to find clarity, acceptance and motivation to start feeling better. My work is trauma-informed and you can expect to feel safe, accepted and empowered in session. Visit my website link to view my full intro video and to book online.
Clients often come to me for support with managing anxiety, depression, stress, past traumatic experiences, grief, gender and sexuality issues, and relationship challenges.
Experiencing a lot of stress/anxiety? Having a hard time overcoming your past? Therapy can help. I'm a kind, compassionate and experienced counsellor offering psychotherapy to adult individuals online. My goal is to help you get curious about what’s getting in the way of your mental health and to find clarity, acceptance and motivation to start feeling better. My work is trauma-informed and you can expect to feel safe, accepted and empowered in session. Visit my website link to view my full intro video and to book online.
Megan Dunkley
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2G
I work with teens and adults from diverse backgrounds facing a range of challenges, including depression, grief, relationship issues, and anxiety.
Sometimes we are faced with challenges that can make it hard to live the life we want. In these difficult periods, therapy can provide an opportunity to connect with another person, explore the problems you may be facing, and figure out a path forward that works for you. My priority is creating a safe space between me and my clients, which means I approach every person and problem with respect, compassion, and without judgement. Regardless of how you feel right now, you (yes, you!) have strengths, expertise, and valuable experiences that I’m here to help you unearth, reclaim, or explore.
I work with teens and adults from diverse backgrounds facing a range of challenges, including depression, grief, relationship issues, and anxiety.
Sometimes we are faced with challenges that can make it hard to live the life we want. In these difficult periods, therapy can provide an opportunity to connect with another person, explore the problems you may be facing, and figure out a path forward that works for you. My priority is creating a safe space between me and my clients, which means I approach every person and problem with respect, compassion, and without judgement. Regardless of how you feel right now, you (yes, you!) have strengths, expertise, and valuable experiences that I’m here to help you unearth, reclaim, or explore.
Mvumbi Kumbu
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1R
Do you ever wonder why you are so anxious? Are you struggling to identify the source of your depression? Do you ever look for answers about the purpose of the situation you are going through in your life? Are you sometimes discouraged, disengaged, demotivated to get back on your feet because you feel you have tried everything?
Do you ever wonder why you are so anxious? Are you struggling to identify the source of your depression? Do you ever look for answers about the purpose of the situation you are going through in your life? Are you sometimes discouraged, disengaged, demotivated to get back on your feet because you feel you have tried everything?
Carol Susan Dignam
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2B
Research towards my book "Multidimensional Healing" soon to be published by Austin Macauley revealed that unresolved childhood trauma underlies many common mental, emotional & physical health issues such as PTSD, HDD, anxiety, depression, chronic hypertension & auto-immune diseases. Therefore, I have trained in the trauma resolution methods EMDR, Internal Family Systems & Somatic Experiencing designed to reactivate embodied psychic trauma & facilitate its release. These methods are life-changing when they release the trauma blocking the flow of vitality, love and well-being.
Research towards my book "Multidimensional Healing" soon to be published by Austin Macauley revealed that unresolved childhood trauma underlies many common mental, emotional & physical health issues such as PTSD, HDD, anxiety, depression, chronic hypertension & auto-immune diseases. Therefore, I have trained in the trauma resolution methods EMDR, Internal Family Systems & Somatic Experiencing designed to reactivate embodied psychic trauma & facilitate its release. These methods are life-changing when they release the trauma blocking the flow of vitality, love and well-being.
Tiffany Patterson
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1N
As a trained psychotherapist, my experiences include working one-on-one with people dealing with depression, anxiety, personal concerns, relationship issues, grief and loss, trauma, low self-esteem, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessional-compulsive disorder (OCD), guilt and shame, and issues around spirituality.
My treatment approach guides people through a self-examination into how they experience themselves, their relationships and their world. Symptoms are relieved through increased personal insight and finding new ways of perceiving old situations, allowing for the development of healthier behaviours. I view the therapist-client relationship as truly unique - one that can help, in a lasting way, to heal and steer personal relationships.
As a trained psychotherapist, my experiences include working one-on-one with people dealing with depression, anxiety, personal concerns, relationship issues, grief and loss, trauma, low self-esteem, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessional-compulsive disorder (OCD), guilt and shame, and issues around spirituality.
My treatment approach guides people through a self-examination into how they experience themselves, their relationships and their world. Symptoms are relieved through increased personal insight and finding new ways of perceiving old situations, allowing for the development of healthier behaviours. I view the therapist-client relationship as truly unique - one that can help, in a lasting way, to heal and steer personal relationships.
Gordon Burt
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1S (Online Only)
Do you have a tendency to plan for the worst-case scenarios? Do your low moods, depression or anxiety prevent you from having quality relationships with friends, family, or your partner? If these are some of the issues you are struggling with day-to-day, I can help. I am a highly skilled and trained therapist who can help you develop the skills necessary to overcome these obstacles. You can get these emotions and stressors under control. It's time now to take care of mental wellness.
Do you have a tendency to plan for the worst-case scenarios? Do your low moods, depression or anxiety prevent you from having quality relationships with friends, family, or your partner? If these are some of the issues you are struggling with day-to-day, I can help. I am a highly skilled and trained therapist who can help you develop the skills necessary to overcome these obstacles. You can get these emotions and stressors under control. It's time now to take care of mental wellness.
Jacob Pollack
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, MSc
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1R
Living in a fast-paced society can often make us feel burned-out, chronically anxious, depressed and alienated from those we love the most. Too often, we are "working for the weekend", and when it comes we have precious little time to spend doing the things that bring us meaning and strengthen our most important relationships. I approach mental health issues as arising primarily from our needs being inadequately met by the community and world around us. So there's a disconnect between how we evolved and where we are now. I also do ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) in partnership with the Canadian Centre For Psychedelic Healing.
Living in a fast-paced society can often make us feel burned-out, chronically anxious, depressed and alienated from those we love the most. Too often, we are "working for the weekend", and when it comes we have precious little time to spend doing the things that bring us meaning and strengthen our most important relationships. I approach mental health issues as arising primarily from our needs being inadequately met by the community and world around us. So there's a disconnect between how we evolved and where we are now. I also do ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) in partnership with the Canadian Centre For Psychedelic Healing.
Myriam L Hernandez
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2P
You are not alone in this journey. I am here to support you whether you are suffering from anxiety or depression, facing relationship issues, wanting to explore who you truly are, or finding meaning in life, in a safe and non-judgemental way. I offer a genuine and warm integrative approach that combines different therapies to support you in exploring past or present experiences that are affecting your life and addressing current symptoms.
You are not alone in this journey. I am here to support you whether you are suffering from anxiety or depression, facing relationship issues, wanting to explore who you truly are, or finding meaning in life, in a safe and non-judgemental way. I offer a genuine and warm integrative approach that combines different therapies to support you in exploring past or present experiences that are affecting your life and addressing current symptoms.
Kirstine Postma
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2C
As a therapist, I look to develop a collaborative working relationship with my clients, focusing on teaching skills of living as appropriate to life circumstances and presenting difficulties. I specialise in the treatment of PTSD and its consequences, but also see many clients with depression & anxiety without a history of trauma. I provide diagnostic assessment, including comprehensive assessment of adult ADHD, and offer psychological assessment of personality and personality disorders. If done in conjunction with a specific diagnostic assessment, this may enhance understanding of the diagnoses and how those affect your life.
As a therapist, I look to develop a collaborative working relationship with my clients, focusing on teaching skills of living as appropriate to life circumstances and presenting difficulties. I specialise in the treatment of PTSD and its consequences, but also see many clients with depression & anxiety without a history of trauma. I provide diagnostic assessment, including comprehensive assessment of adult ADHD, and offer psychological assessment of personality and personality disorders. If done in conjunction with a specific diagnostic assessment, this may enhance understanding of the diagnoses and how those affect your life.
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What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.