Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Ottawa, ON

My work is guided by curiosity, connection and is rooted in values of authentic collaboration. My therapeutic foundations are rooted within relational, client-directed, strengths perspective, trauma-informed, feminist and structural frameworks. With a deep sense of compassion and respect, I seek to create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space that facilitates self-awareness, healing and growth. Together, we can begin to tease apart the adaptive approaches to dealing with and moving through life you've grown accustomed to, and begin to untangle patterns that are serving you, and patterns you may be interested in moving beyond.

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.

If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, or panic it can feel overwhelming and sometimes debilitating. I aim to create a safe environment which allows you to work through these struggles and grow in your own way. I am passionate about working with women, teens, adults, LGBTQ+ individuals, and athletes, and I welcome all who wish to improve their overall mental well-being. Some of my areas of interest include helping those who are struggling with ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, panic disorder, identity exploration, and confidence/self-esteem building.

I am passionate about supporting children, youth and their families who may be experiencing a wide range of concerns, and I also provide services for adults in some circumstances. I work collaboratively with my clients to identify what brings them purpose and joy, and to identify the strengths that will support them on their journey to reach their identified goals. I challenge myself to create an open, safe, and humble therapeutic space that is both trauma-informed and anti-oppressive.

Accepting New Clients! I support teens, young adults and families. Many of my clients identify as “super feelers” (as do I!). We feel things deeply, which can be overwhelming at times! I have specialized training in emotion regulation and eating disorders ( Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Emotion Focussed Family Therapy) .

I have worked in a variety of settings and provided the highest quality care to adolescents, adults (including seniors), couples, and families. As a certified EFT marital and family therapist, I have extensive clinical experience in helping couples bring closure to incidents (i.e., attachment injuries) that have damaged their relationship bond. My expertise with couples also extends to distressed families as well as individuals wanting to recover from traumatic incidents.

Welcome! As your therapist, I am committed to supporting you in understanding your needs to make positive changes in your life through identifying space for growth and healing, insight, practical tools and empowering you to reconnect with your strengths. Together, we will achieve this by creating a path aligned with your values and principles. I am a trauma-informed practitioner and therefore resonate with modalities crucial for processing, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Internal Family systems, & Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (incorporating polyvagal theory & mindfulness).

I specialize in mental health for Medical Students, Pre-Med Students, Residents, Doctors, Nurses and other healthcare professionals. As a psychotherapist with many years of experience working at the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ottawa, I am passionate about helping you prioritize your mental health and well-being. My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment and develop the tools you need to thrive both in your personal and professional life.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS - NO WAIT-LIST - Hi! My name is Jill and I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). I am passionate about helping teenagers and adults through issues such as anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, relationships/communication, trauma, mood disorders, or any struggle they may experience. Through identifying the underlying causes of the issues being faced, clients can realize their strengths and adjust their approach to situations and relationships. The first step to change and healing is finding the right fit for someone to talk to, and I would love to help you through your journey.

Hello and welcome! Do you find it easier being kind to others than yourself? You're not alone. A lot of us experience a lack of self-kindness. Mindful self-compassion teaches us to treat ourselves with the same care and understanding we would have for a friend having a difficult time. A lack of self-compassion can show up as perfectionism, constantly striving to be better. Even if we achieve our high standards, we feel let down. This can lead to the feelings of low self-esteem and self-worth often experienced by high achievers. Does this sound familiar? If so, it’s possible to change these patterns if you're ready.

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.

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.

My clients are looking to lead a balanced life with the perspective and tools to face challenges with resilience and optimism. Anxiety, depression, compulsive thoughts or addictions might be getting in the way of relationship or life goals. My clients are hoping to find practical problem solving in their sessions with me but also build bigger picture thinking and perhaps even get into the big philosophical questions that are a part of making life feel worth living. They value a genuine, human experience with an open-minded, culturally sensitive supporter, that allows them to tap into their own resources for long term well-being.

Currently accepting adult clients. In individual therapy, I work with adults and adolescents experiencing a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety and burnout as well as self-esteem difficulties. I aim to create a nonjudgmental, empathic, shame-free therapeutic space where you may feel safe to express yourself fully and to explore challenging thoughts, emotions, behaviours and relationships. I am comfortable working with individuals from all socio-cultural backgrounds (i.e. race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation).

You may find yourself here because you are looking for some guidance, support, or help. 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.

The idea of change can be overwhelming and exhausting to imagine. I am passionate about helping and working alongside people who are invested in their wellbeing and seeking growth and change, even though you might not know how. We often learn various ways of adapting to and surviving our experiences. Eventually we might reach a place where we want to thrive and build connection and meaning in our lives. This shift is something that I am passionate about supporting people in creating. That can look like both internal and external change as well as exploration of what led us there to begin with.