Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Ottawa, ON
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Laura D'Amico
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified
This may include elements of Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT),
Dialectical
-Behavioural Therapy (
DBT
), Logotherapy (meaning-making), and Psychodynamic Theory.
I am passionate about supporting individuals in finding their voices, and am committed to creating a safe, compassionate space for my clients. If you are facing challenges related to trauma, anxiety, depression, or meaning and purpose, I could be a match for you as a therapist. Congratulations on taking your first step towards healing!
Heather Schultz Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
She primarily uses third wave approaches, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness, while integrating Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and
Dialectical
Behavior Therapy (
DBT
) interventions.
Currently have openings for day time appointments (in-person & telehealth) - Dr. Heather Schultz received her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Toledo in 2020. She completed her residency at The Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre, and recently completed her supervised practice year providing psychological services in a private practice clinic in the Ottawa area. She has received training in a variety of clinical settings including hospitals, community mental health centres, forensic sites, and private practice.
Krista Helman
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
I'm primarily an EMDR therapist, and my toolbox includes elements of Attachment, Polyvagal and Structural Dissociation Theory, AIP Model, Narrative Therapy,
DBT
, and positive psychology.
As a Registered Social Worker, EMDR trained therapist, and SSP Clinician, I specialize in areas such as trauma, relationships, and behavioural issues. I offer individual sessions and workshops, which are customized for specific needs. I'm also the Co-Director of West Ottawa Wellness, and operate my practice from this clinic. If I'm not currently accepting clients perhaps one of my interns will be a good fit, usually at a reduced rate. Please see my website for details.
YourTherapist Psychotherapy and Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified
YourTherapist Psychotherapy and Counselling is a specialized mental health clinic that provides evidence-based, compassionate, and affordable mental health services across Ontario. Our highly skilled psychotherapists have been extensively trained to treat a variety of mental illnesses with interventions that are personalized to each client’s needs, including psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS),
Dialectical
Behavior Therapy (
DBT
), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Interventions to individuals, couples, and families.
Nereah Felix
Registered Psychotherapist, MA , RP(Qua)
Verified
I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, including: Attachment/Psychodynamic Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy,
Dialectical
Behavioural Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy from an anti-oppressive and multicultural framework.
Life can be tough and our inner struggles can become overwhelming. Navigating the depths of our own distress may be a daunting task. Luckily, we don't have to be alone. I provide therapy to adolescents, adults, seniors and couples from all backgrounds, in an environment that is open, safe and judgement-free. I have experience working with a range of issues: PTSD and trauma, depression/anxiety, self-esteem, substance use, relationship issues and more. Learn more about my approach to therapy, office locations, other FAQs through my website.
Hayley Maynard
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
Verified
I am a certified
DBT
(
dialectical
behavioral therapy) therapist, focusing on building distress tolerance, so we have the tools and foundation to work through the difficult parts of life.
You may find yourself here because you are looking for some help, guidance, or support. My aim is to provide a safe, warm, and supportive environment for you to examine and recover from any stress, grief, or trauma in your life. I work from a trauma informed lens, acknowledging that life experiences shape who we are and the way we experience the world. I focus on harm reduction, aiming to increase safety, and help build coping skills that can replace patterns that no longer serve you. Exploring why we do things, and what we might be able to do instead, is often easier with company, and I would be honored to join you on your journey.
Annika Heywood
Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist, MSW, RSW
Verified
My practice is informed by narrative therapy, CBT, solution -focused ,
DBT
, and somatic therapy.
Presently accepting new clients. My goal is to provide compassionate presence throughout challenges that life may present us with. It is my belief that we are all on a unique journey, and that speaking with someone about our inner experiences can lead to insights and understanding that can help to access our internal wisdom and skills. We don’t have to do it alone.
Angela M Mason
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, BST
Verified
I also have additional training in Trauma and PTSD treatment (EMDR & Accelerated Resolution Therapy), Addictions, Dialectic Behaviour Therapy (
DBT
), and Brief-Narrative Therapy.
I am currently accepting new clients. First, I want to commend you on taking this first step toward better mental health! It is so hard to reach out for support but necessary to prioritize ourselves and our health. Life may feel hard to manage right now, but together we can find ways to bring joy, peace, strength, and rejuvenation into your life. My area of specialty is the treatment of Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) with the use of EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and Narrative Exposure Therapy. I also treat depression, relationship concerns, emotion regulation and distress tolerance, and anger management.
COPE Well Groups
Psychologist, MSc, CPsych
Verified
Participants will learn skills informed by
Dialectical
Behaviour Therapy (
DBT
). The group facilitators promote a welcoming, inclusive environment and will teach skills through verbal instruction, video presentations and group discussions.
Akriti Paudyal
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA , RPQ
Verified
My treatment incorporates a person-centred, integrative approach with influences from trauma-informed humanistic therapy, psychodynamic therapy, attachment-based therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and
Dialectical
Behavioural Therapy (
DBT
).
I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) that takes great pride in creating a supportive and non-judgmental environment for my clients. I am honoured to be a part of the therapeutic journeys tailored uniquely to each individual through collaboration and self-compassion.
Chelsea Whyte
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP
Verified
Working from an eclectic style of therapy, I draw from multiple evidence-based approaches including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness,
Dialectical
Behaviour Therapy (
DBT
) and more.
Are you ready to see yourself in a different light? Congratulations on starting this courageous process to self-discovery and healing. I enjoy working with school-aged children (8+), teens and adults to help build healthy relationships and minds. My therapeutic approach emphasizes warmth, inclusivity & acceptance. I aim to create a safe, comfortable, nonjudgemental space where you feel validated and empowered to bring about meaningful life changes. I am passionate about working with you to foster emotional resilience, healthy communication, and adaptive coping skills.
Fatima Nadir Noorali
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying(, BA, RP(Q), MACP
Verified
Fatima is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) who uses creative approaches in her practice to aid clients with self-discovery, self-esteem, and emotional release. Her approach focuses on her clients’ narratives and encouraging the full processing of emotions to build a personalized coping toolbox tailored to her clients’ everyday needs. She regularly incorporates CBT, SFBT,
DBT
, ACT, and Narrative Therapy into her treatment of anxiety, depression, and anger management.
Arktos Wellness Services Canada
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RCC
Verified
Each therapist has received a graduate degree from a recognized Canadian institution and are registered with provincially regulated professional colleges, while also receiving certifications in their various specialties (
DBT
, CBT, EMDR).
Arktos is an experienced and diverse community of Registered Social Workers and Psychotherapists who continue to work in healthcare centres across Canada. Our clients are survivors of abuse, caretakers who are burnt out, single parents who are exhausted raising their kids while balancing their own personal needs and relationships, disenfranchised employees who feel stuck, college students who feel like they're going to collapse, addicts who have functioned for a long time without needing help - but now they do. We work with individuals, families and communities to find hope and build skills so they can thrive.
Gorana Miljevic
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
My trainings and certifications include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectic Behavioural Therapy (
DBT
).
Everyone wants to live a meaningful life, and sometimes life’s challenges get in the way of this. I work with clients to help them understand and address the root cause of their issues and help them learn how to live compassionately, mindfully, and peacefully. We will work together to restore a deep connection with yourself and the world around you.
Almarine Thomas
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified
I have competencies in CBT, Trauma-Focused CBT,
DBT
, Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Narrative Therapy (NT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
Our experiences shape our emotions, actions and mindset. They can help or hinder a person’s ability to thrive and live with purpose and hope. Are you stuck in distress, hopelessness and survival mode? Are you ready to take steps and learn new skills to live your best life? It is never easy to ask for help. I recognize your courage, faith, and humility in choosing to be an active participant in your healing. My purpose is to care for others. I am here to help you create a safe, transparent, confidential and reflective space to help you on your path towards healing and personal growth.
Magda Georgescu
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
I use a trauma informed therapeutic approach employing techniques of Compassion Focused Therapy,
Dialectical
Behavior Therapy, and Interpersonal Psychotherapy to assist you in your journey of healing and growth.
I specialize in therapy for narcissistic abuse! Do you feel confused, doubt yourself and question your needs? Do you feel dismissed, invalidated, and uncared for in one or more of your important relationships? Are your feelings negated, minimized and you make yourself small to accommodate the other person’s unreasonable demands? You may be on the receiving end of a narcissistic abuse. Narcissistic abuse can lead to anxiety, depression and pervasive feelings of shame and self blame. Misuse of substances is often a maladaptive coping mechanism in the attempt to deal with constant emotional abuse, gaslighting and manipulation.
Thrive Cognitive Therapy (Dr. Thomas Newman)
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
He also draws on
Dialectical
Behaviour Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy and Mindfulness approaches.
Life doesn’t have to be filled with anxiety and depression. Life is good! There is hope and we know it. The priority of Thrive is that you will leave therapy feeling motivated and empowered to pursue a life filled with meaning and growth. Dr. Newman is a Clinical Psychologist who helps adolescents and adults achieve positive mental health and growth in all domains of life. At Thrive, you will experience an accepting environment that fosters lasting and impactful changes. Dr. Newman is dedicated to pursuing excellence in providing the most up-to-date, evidenced based therapies in a way that is straightforward and real.
Pegah Jamshidi
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
If you struggle to manage intense emotions, get through distressing situations or maintain stable relationships, then
Dialectical
Behaviour Therapy (
DBT
) may be suitable for you. It is a treatment best suited for problems related to emotion dysregulation (including borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, aggression, substance use, eating disorder, self-harm and suicidal behaviour). I offer both individual sessions and group, or both combined. Contact me and we can decide which model fits your needs best. Please visit: https://www.nurturedmindpsychotherapy.com to read more about
DBT
, program pricing, and to register.
Melisa Arias-Valenzuela
Psychologist, CPsych, PhD
Verified
I am trained in evidence-based therapies including CBT, ACT, CFT and
DBT
for eating disorders.
I am a clinical psychologist licensed in both Québec and Ontario and I hold a doctoral degree in Psychology (Ph.D./Psy.D.) from the Université du Québec à Montréal. I provide psychological assessments and psychotherapy at my clinic, Uprise Psychology & Wellness, to adults, adolescents and their families primarily suffering from eating disorders and body image concerns, as well as adults struggling with perinatal mental health difficulties. I also have experience working with people suffering from Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, Trauma-Related Disorders as well as low-self-esteem, relational and adjustment difficulties.
Sophie Liljedahl
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Based on principals and strategies from
DBT
and CBT, I work to create sustainable change that is focused upon becoming fully engaged and present in all valued aspects of life.
I treat issues that are principally related to difficulties with emotion regulation. When an individual is persistently distressed it becomes increasingly challenging for that person to be present for life in the current moment. This is especially the case when one comes to rely upon escape strategies in order to cope, such as behaviours that have addictive potential. When we are not able to be mindfully present, all aspects of our lives suffer.
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Counsellors
Dialectical behaviour Therapy (DBT) is the treatment most closely associated with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Counsellors practice DBT in both individual and group sessions. The therapy combines elements of CBT to help with regulating emotion through distress tolerance and mindfulness. The goal of Dialectical behaviour Therapy is to alleviate the intense emotional pain associated with BPD. Its core assumption is that change and acceptance are intertwined. We typically think of our efforts to change things as emerging out of non-acceptance. We either decide to accept things as they are or we seek to change: through DBT it's not a case of change or acceptance, but resolving the conflicts to allow for self-acceptance and constructive change.
If you're looking for DBT therapy in Ottawa or for an Ottawa DBT counsellor these professionals provide dialectical behaviour therapy, DBT group therapy, DBT therapy, dialectic behavioural therapy, and dialectical therapy. They provide dialectical counselling, DBT counselling in Ottawa and DBT treatment. They include DBT groups, DBT therapists, DBT psychologists and DBT counselling.
If you're looking for DBT therapy in Ottawa or for an Ottawa DBT counsellor these professionals provide dialectical behaviour therapy, DBT group therapy, DBT therapy, dialectic behavioural therapy, and dialectical therapy. They provide dialectical counselling, DBT counselling in Ottawa and DBT treatment. They include DBT groups, DBT therapists, DBT psychologists and DBT counselling.