Family Therapy in Ottawa, ON
Alice Susannah Lurie
Registered Psychotherapist, Alice Lurie, RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Does it feel like it is just all too much? Are you struggling at home, at school at work? Are you having challenges in your romantic relationships? Or perhaps you are struggling to survive in a second marriage, balancing your kids', new partner's and ex-partner's expectations. Or maybe you are a new step parent struggling to figure out your new life in a new family.
Does it feel like it is just all too much? Are you struggling at home, at school at work? Are you having challenges in your romantic relationships? Or perhaps you are struggling to survive in a second marriage, balancing your kids', new partner's and ex-partner's expectations. Or maybe you are a new step parent struggling to figure out your new life in a new family.
Holistic Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2J
Individual, couple and family psychotherapy services are offered nation-wide by secure video.
Hello! We are a team of Registered Psychotherapists servicing clients in Ontario and beyond. As Holistic Psychotherapists, we assist our clients in restoring health in mind, body, emotion, relationship, and spirit. We work with adults, youth, parents, couples, and families. Our areas of expertise include: Trauma and Abuse, Childhood and Developmental Trauma Recovery, Depression, Anxiety, Self-development and Spirituality, Psychedelic Preparation and Integration, Eating Disorders, Perinatal Mental Health (e.g. postpartum depression/anxiety, birth trauma, infertility), AD(H)D, and parenting young and older/adult children.
Individual, couple and family psychotherapy services are offered nation-wide by secure video.
Hello! We are a team of Registered Psychotherapists servicing clients in Ontario and beyond. As Holistic Psychotherapists, we assist our clients in restoring health in mind, body, emotion, relationship, and spirit. We work with adults, youth, parents, couples, and families. Our areas of expertise include: Trauma and Abuse, Childhood and Developmental Trauma Recovery, Depression, Anxiety, Self-development and Spirituality, Psychedelic Preparation and Integration, Eating Disorders, Perinatal Mental Health (e.g. postpartum depression/anxiety, birth trauma, infertility), AD(H)D, and parenting young and older/adult children.
Lola Sholagbade
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, GDip, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1V
I have experience working with adult individuals, couples and family dealing with issues such as, but not limited to depression, anxiety, grief/loss, anger, stress and relationship issues.
Welcome and thank you for stopping by! It is never easy to take the step towards change, yet, here you are taking that very step. Perhaps you've been worn down by life or you are stuck because of an inner conflict. Do you have trouble identifying and accepting your emotions or are mired in self-defeating beliefs and irrational thoughts? I can help. I embrace a compassion-focused approach which helps to ease your burdens, alleviate your hurt and lessen your struggles. I provide a warm, confidential and non-judgmental space which fosters a quieting of the mind that enable and empower you to actualize your hopes, dreams, and ideas.
I have experience working with adult individuals, couples and family dealing with issues such as, but not limited to depression, anxiety, grief/loss, anger, stress and relationship issues.
Welcome and thank you for stopping by! It is never easy to take the step towards change, yet, here you are taking that very step. Perhaps you've been worn down by life or you are stuck because of an inner conflict. Do you have trouble identifying and accepting your emotions or are mired in self-defeating beliefs and irrational thoughts? I can help. I embrace a compassion-focused approach which helps to ease your burdens, alleviate your hurt and lessen your struggles. I provide a warm, confidential and non-judgmental space which fosters a quieting of the mind that enable and empower you to actualize your hopes, dreams, and ideas.
Mary Jane Beavis
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
15 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
As a therapist specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression and relational issues, I mainly use somatic therapy, accompanied by emotion-focused therapy, family systems and existential therapy.
It takes courage to begin taking steps toward starting therapy. Has your life become too overwhelming and stressful to manage alone? Are you nervous, grieving and feeling down? I have been there, too, and feeling anxious and afraid is normal. As your therapist, I will walk with you on your healing journey. A safe and supportive ambiance would be created where we can share openly and address your concerns. I want to help you, especially if you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, or trauma. If you are open to working with me, we could develop a personalized treatment plan aligning with your goals.
As a therapist specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression and relational issues, I mainly use somatic therapy, accompanied by emotion-focused therapy, family systems and existential therapy.
It takes courage to begin taking steps toward starting therapy. Has your life become too overwhelming and stressful to manage alone? Are you nervous, grieving and feeling down? I have been there, too, and feeling anxious and afraid is normal. As your therapist, I will walk with you on your healing journey. A safe and supportive ambiance would be created where we can share openly and address your concerns. I want to help you, especially if you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, or trauma. If you are open to working with me, we could develop a personalized treatment plan aligning with your goals.
Stephanie Wojciechowicz
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC, co
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Accepting New Clients. The feeling of being insecure and unmotivated when everyone around you seems to have everything figured out about their life, can be discouraging and frustrating. At times, it is like no matter how much you try nothing is good enough. It doesn’t take long for you to feel insecure about what you’re doing and doubting yourself. The way you communicate is an important factor. This not only towards yourself, it also includes the way you talk to your partner, family and friends. The words you use influence your thoughts, behaviours and body sensations.
Accepting New Clients. The feeling of being insecure and unmotivated when everyone around you seems to have everything figured out about their life, can be discouraging and frustrating. At times, it is like no matter how much you try nothing is good enough. It doesn’t take long for you to feel insecure about what you’re doing and doubting yourself. The way you communicate is an important factor. This not only towards yourself, it also includes the way you talk to your partner, family and friends. The words you use influence your thoughts, behaviours and body sensations.
Whether you’re an individual, a couple, or a family, I’m here to help you navigate these obstacles.
Are you ready to dive deep into your emotions and form authentic connections? Have life events left a lasting impact on your daily life? Remember, you’re never alone in this journey. I firmly believe in our innate ability to overcome challenges, and sometimes, a little support can make all the difference. That’s where psychotherapy comes in.
Whether you’re an individual, a couple, or a family, I’m here to help you navigate these obstacles.
Are you ready to dive deep into your emotions and form authentic connections? Have life events left a lasting impact on your daily life? Remember, you’re never alone in this journey. I firmly believe in our innate ability to overcome challenges, and sometimes, a little support can make all the difference. That’s where psychotherapy comes in.
I can help parents navigate difficult conversations that will lead to co-parenting plans that reflect the best interest of their children with or without neurodiverse needs and what works for the entire family.
I am a Family Mediator and Relationship Transition- Divorce Coach. Divorce can feel overwhelming- not to mention -daunting and isolating. Clients seeking mediation services want a mediator who can clearly be neutral and provide a safe, caring and effective process whereby clients both feel heard and able to reach fair and respectful agreements that reflect their family's unique needs.
I can help parents navigate difficult conversations that will lead to co-parenting plans that reflect the best interest of their children with or without neurodiverse needs and what works for the entire family.
I am a Family Mediator and Relationship Transition- Divorce Coach. Divorce can feel overwhelming- not to mention -daunting and isolating. Clients seeking mediation services want a mediator who can clearly be neutral and provide a safe, caring and effective process whereby clients both feel heard and able to reach fair and respectful agreements that reflect their family's unique needs.
Shaun Pekar
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q)
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2A
Individuals, couples(+), chosen family, families, friends, groups, teams - you are all welcome here.
Accepting new clients! Welcome, I'm Shaun and I work with my clients to understand their inner experience by creating a curious and non-judgmental environment that celebrates identity and addresses personal and collective needs. I may be a good fit if you are queer (or questioning), neurodiverse (or questioning, ADHD, autism, dyslexia), an athlete (or high-performer), or have members of your family who have these identities. I also enjoy working with those who feel othered or describe their life as unconventional or different than what society may expect.
Individuals, couples(+), chosen family, families, friends, groups, teams - you are all welcome here.
Accepting new clients! Welcome, I'm Shaun and I work with my clients to understand their inner experience by creating a curious and non-judgmental environment that celebrates identity and addresses personal and collective needs. I may be a good fit if you are queer (or questioning), neurodiverse (or questioning, ADHD, autism, dyslexia), an athlete (or high-performer), or have members of your family who have these identities. I also enjoy working with those who feel othered or describe their life as unconventional or different than what society may expect.
During our time together we will work collaboratively to discover and achieve your desired goals/outcomes related to relationships, friendships, family, and career.
Congratulations on taking this first step in your wellness journey. My name is Vasthi and I am the founder of Trinity Connects Wellness and Counseling Services. I support people of colour between the ages of 18 and 39 to navigate challenges with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, and life transitions by developing healthier tools and coping strategies. I work to create an environment of empathy and validation that gives space for you to share your unique challenges in this journey.
During our time together we will work collaboratively to discover and achieve your desired goals/outcomes related to relationships, friendships, family, and career.
Congratulations on taking this first step in your wellness journey. My name is Vasthi and I am the founder of Trinity Connects Wellness and Counseling Services. I support people of colour between the ages of 18 and 39 to navigate challenges with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, and life transitions by developing healthier tools and coping strategies. I work to create an environment of empathy and validation that gives space for you to share your unique challenges in this journey.
Aimée Kazadi Ouoguep
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2C
I believe in the inner strength of every human being to become the main actor of his improvement and healing. My job is to help you uncover your potentials for your growth and unleash your inner capacities to make the transformational changes you are yearning for. After meeting with you, we will work together hand to hand in a co-creative collaboration and assess how best to meet your need as individual, couple, or family.
I believe in the inner strength of every human being to become the main actor of his improvement and healing. My job is to help you uncover your potentials for your growth and unleash your inner capacities to make the transformational changes you are yearning for. After meeting with you, we will work together hand to hand in a co-creative collaboration and assess how best to meet your need as individual, couple, or family.
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 can provide a warm, non-judgemental and relaxed space for your child to talk about how they are feeling. I have experience working with Autism, ADHD, neurodiversity, Tourette's, Learning Disabilities and giftedness.
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 can provide a warm, non-judgemental and relaxed space for your child to talk about how they are feeling. I have experience working with Autism, ADHD, neurodiversity, Tourette's, Learning Disabilities and giftedness.
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Triena McGuirk (Psychotherapy For You) Child Therapist
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Triena’s practice is continually evolving as she integrates Mindfulness, Interpersonal Neurobiology and Therapeutic Practices, DBT, CBT, ASIST, IFS, SFBT, Trauma Aware Care, ERP, Collaborative Law- Family Professional and other tools and trainings to support those she serves.
My name is Triena McGuirk and I am a Social Worker in private practice. Over the course of my experiences, I have come to learn with certainty that life is chaotic and the one thing we truly have control over is how we respond. I walk with people of all ages during life’s challenging moments, when the path is not visible. My goal as a Therapist is to assist those I serve (individuals, couples and families) in reconciling the discomfort of their experience and harness the wisdom it carries to invite more of what aligns into your life. I am diligent and resourceful in my pursuit of helping and hope those I serve leave our time
Triena’s practice is continually evolving as she integrates Mindfulness, Interpersonal Neurobiology and Therapeutic Practices, DBT, CBT, ASIST, IFS, SFBT, Trauma Aware Care, ERP, Collaborative Law- Family Professional and other tools and trainings to support those she serves.
My name is Triena McGuirk and I am a Social Worker in private practice. Over the course of my experiences, I have come to learn with certainty that life is chaotic and the one thing we truly have control over is how we respond. I walk with people of all ages during life’s challenging moments, when the path is not visible. My goal as a Therapist is to assist those I serve (individuals, couples and families) in reconciling the discomfort of their experience and harness the wisdom it carries to invite more of what aligns into your life. I am diligent and resourceful in my pursuit of helping and hope those I serve leave our time
Whether you’re within the LGBT community yourself, are curious about it, or are a friend, family member/parent or someone seeking to understand and process your own thoughts and feelings about a loved one’s sexual or gender identity – I would love to work with you!.
As a non-binary individual, I have a personal understanding of the unique challenges and needs of the LGBT community, as well as the importance of queer joy. Providing gender-affirming care and support to the community is not just a professional commitment but a deeply personal one.
Whether you’re within the LGBT community yourself, are curious about it, or are a friend, family member/parent or someone seeking to understand and process your own thoughts and feelings about a loved one’s sexual or gender identity – I would love to work with you!.
As a non-binary individual, I have a personal understanding of the unique challenges and needs of the LGBT community, as well as the importance of queer joy. Providing gender-affirming care and support to the community is not just a professional commitment but a deeply personal one.
Our counsellors meet each child and family with openness and compassion.
Attached Kids offers client-centered support to children, adolescents, parents, and families. Through in-person and secure online video counselling, we specialize in supporting children and adolescents with anxiety, stress management, sleep concerns, OCD, Selective Mutism, emotion regulation, self-esteem, adhd, depression, trauma and loss, family changes, and behavioural challenges. In our work with parents, we support with building strategies to strengthen family relationships and ensure that parents feel equipped to help their children through their most challenging moments.
Our counsellors meet each child and family with openness and compassion.
Attached Kids offers client-centered support to children, adolescents, parents, and families. Through in-person and secure online video counselling, we specialize in supporting children and adolescents with anxiety, stress management, sleep concerns, OCD, Selective Mutism, emotion regulation, self-esteem, adhd, depression, trauma and loss, family changes, and behavioural challenges. In our work with parents, we support with building strategies to strengthen family relationships and ensure that parents feel equipped to help their children through their most challenging moments.
Would you like to incorporate more ease and joy into your life? Whether it's family, relationships, work or school; it can all get a little overwhelming sometimes. Together, we can take a look at what really matters to you and explore ways to effect lasting change.
Would you like to incorporate more ease and joy into your life? Whether it's family, relationships, work or school; it can all get a little overwhelming sometimes. Together, we can take a look at what really matters to you and explore ways to effect lasting change.
The Authentic Life Psychotherapy Services
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2G
Life can be challenging. You may be feeling overwhelmed and daunted by the process of starting therapy to help you navigate through life's issues. Finding a supportive therapist who can help you find a way through your struggles can offer tremendous relief and an improved quality of life. I help individual and couples who are struggling with relationship issues, navigating life transitions, and finding meaning and motivation in life. Couples therapy focusses on resolving conflicts such as communication, intimacy and infidelity issues using a systematic approach including family systems, attachment theory and psychodynamic methods.
Life can be challenging. You may be feeling overwhelmed and daunted by the process of starting therapy to help you navigate through life's issues. Finding a supportive therapist who can help you find a way through your struggles can offer tremendous relief and an improved quality of life. I help individual and couples who are struggling with relationship issues, navigating life transitions, and finding meaning and motivation in life. Couples therapy focusses on resolving conflicts such as communication, intimacy and infidelity issues using a systematic approach including family systems, attachment theory and psychodynamic methods.
Anastasia Machan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, BA, RECE
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2B
Whether you’re managing behavioural challenges, big emotions, or feeling unheard, we’ll work together to build resilience in your family.
You’re exhausted. Balancing the demands of daily life while navigating parenting your neurodivergent child is draining. You’re not just a parent—you’re a case manager, a teacher, and an advocate all rolled into one. I get it. I’m a parent of three neurodivergent children. I’ve been there during the sleepless nights, the endless research, and the overwhelming interactions with a system that doesn’t always make things easy. I understand the unique challenges you face and how isolating it can feel when the usual parenting strategies and advice that just don’t work. I know what it’s like to be “in the trenches” of parenthood.
Whether you’re managing behavioural challenges, big emotions, or feeling unheard, we’ll work together to build resilience in your family.
You’re exhausted. Balancing the demands of daily life while navigating parenting your neurodivergent child is draining. You’re not just a parent—you’re a case manager, a teacher, and an advocate all rolled into one. I get it. I’m a parent of three neurodivergent children. I’ve been there during the sleepless nights, the endless research, and the overwhelming interactions with a system that doesn’t always make things easy. I understand the unique challenges you face and how isolating it can feel when the usual parenting strategies and advice that just don’t work. I know what it’s like to be “in the trenches” of parenthood.
Welcoming new clients. I am passionate about supporting children, teens and parents through the complexities of everyday life. I have experience assisting clients through behavioral challenges, emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, family issues, self-harm reduction, bullying, relationship challenges and self exploration. I am here to support you on your journey of self growth and discovery. You deserve to be happy, heard and reach your full potential. Let’s find meaningful solutions together.
Welcoming new clients. I am passionate about supporting children, teens and parents through the complexities of everyday life. I have experience assisting clients through behavioral challenges, emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, family issues, self-harm reduction, bullying, relationship challenges and self exploration. I am here to support you on your journey of self growth and discovery. You deserve to be happy, heard and reach your full potential. Let’s find meaningful solutions together.
Partnership can be tough. It can be hard to think clearly when our relationship with the most important person in our life is going badly. Emotions can get intense - hurt, anger, sadness, or betrayal can overwhelm us. We become preoccupied, and our social lives, work, and family life can suffer. We can get lost in some pretty horrible stories about ourselves or are partners, and when we're lost it can feel impossible to get out. The science of attachment offers a clear lens to understand these challenging behaviours and feelings, and pathways out.
Partnership can be tough. It can be hard to think clearly when our relationship with the most important person in our life is going badly. Emotions can get intense - hurt, anger, sadness, or betrayal can overwhelm us. We become preoccupied, and our social lives, work, and family life can suffer. We can get lost in some pretty horrible stories about ourselves or are partners, and when we're lost it can feel impossible to get out. The science of attachment offers a clear lens to understand these challenging behaviours and feelings, and pathways out.
Elim Counselling Service - Christian Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, CCC, RP
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2C
Elim is a Christian Counselling Center in Ottawa, Canada's Capital. Elim offers individual, family and couple's counselling to all and is equipped to handle a wide range of psychological, spiritual issues. Christian Counselling does not imply that people of other faith groups are of no faith is turned away. Instead, Christian Counselling simply means that it is an organization that is formed on Christian principles. We offer trauma treatment using EMDR . In addition, we provide self-help material on our Youtube channel which has over 200 podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIG-L6aX2mYk5nvAVl9cCHw?view_as=subscriber
Elim is a Christian Counselling Center in Ottawa, Canada's Capital. Elim offers individual, family and couple's counselling to all and is equipped to handle a wide range of psychological, spiritual issues. Christian Counselling does not imply that people of other faith groups are of no faith is turned away. Instead, Christian Counselling simply means that it is an organization that is formed on Christian principles. We offer trauma treatment using EMDR . In addition, we provide self-help material on our Youtube channel which has over 200 podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIG-L6aX2mYk5nvAVl9cCHw?view_as=subscriber
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Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.