Therapists in Ottawa, ON

Hi! I am a Registered Social Worker and a Certified Child and Youth Care Practitioner. I specialize in supporting children, youth, and young adults with mental health, trauma, relational and behavioural issues, and school issues. I have worked in colleges and school settings and understand the challenges and difficulties that can be experienced. We will focus on strengths and solutions through a combination of strong, collaborative relationships and evidence-based interventions. I know that engaging in some conversations can be very difficult and I provide a safe, non-judgemental, and comfortable environment.

Is your child experiencing frequent worries, difficulty sitting still and paying attention in school, or difficulty making friends? Are you hoping your child will gain new coping strategies to manage difficult emotions? I support children to develop new coping strategies to manage childhood anxiety, ADHD, grief/loss, low self-esteem, big life changes, aggressive behaviour, and other common concerns children face.

Brighter Future Psychology offers assessments and psychotherapy in French and English for people of all ages because everyone deserves to be fulfilled and reach their full potential. Dr. Lockwood and Dr. Carter are currently accepting children and adolescents for psychotherapy in English. Dr. Daria Kolmogorova is a neuropsychologist and provides assessment and treatment services to adults aged 18-65 years.

Hello! Welcome to MindCraft Therapy! My name is Kelly and I am a psychotherapist, specializing with children and youth, and I am taking new clients! I have experience with many concerns such as anxiety, depression, mood and self esteem. I also focus on children and youth who are neurodivergent and may be diagnosed with Autism or ADHD. I can offer both in person and online sessions. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out! I would be happy to set up a consultation.

The Stradwick Psychology & Neurofeedback Clinic is a specialized mental health and wellness clinic that emphasizes mind-body and brain-based healing approaches. We provide psychological and neurofeedback services for children, adolescents, and adults to promote enhanced awareness, self-regulation, psychological resilience, and healing. We emphasize the importance of providing an emotionally safe and compassionate environment for building trust and therapeutic rapport, while developing individualized treatment plans that incorporate evidence-based practice.

I am a clinical psychologist with more than 25 years of experience working with adults, children and families experiencing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, self-esteem issues, depression, trauma, post-traumatic disorders, migration, adjustment issues and life transitions amongst others.

Is your child experiencing frequent worries, difficulty sitting still and paying attention in school, or difficulty making friends? Are you hoping your child will gain new coping strategies to manage difficult emotions? Our counsellors at Attached Kids support children to develop new coping strategies to manage childhood anxiety, ADHD, grief/loss, low self-esteem, big life changes, aggressive behaviour, and other common concerns children face. We also work directly with parents/caregivers to develop new strategies to support their children's challenging behaviours and emotional development.

Despite our best efforts to live healthy, fulfilling lives, life can get messy...I understand. Whether you are facing stressful life events, relationship difficulties, or distressing inner struggles, I believe therapy can be an excellent way to restore mental, emotional and relational health. Space is available for individuals, couples, and children. I have experience with issues of anxiety, depression and grief. I can help with school/workplace bullying, anger, and emotional regulation. I also have experience with issues of trauma and domestic violence. Together we can work on communication and relationship building, adjustments to major life transitions, and family issues.

Are you or your family facing challenges or difficulties that require professional support? Our dedicated team of professional counsellors is here to provide you with warmth and understanding as we help you navigate life's complexities.

Taking that first step to reach out for support and discuss your story is a great sign of strength and it also signifies the beginning of a personal, enriching journey. I work alongside children, adolescents, and adults and work towards goals that are formulated in collaboration with clients to ensure that any unique needs are being met and inner strengths/resources are being nurtured. I have experience working with clients who present with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, body-image concerns, relational concerns, and other difficulties. I have also worked alongside those who have experienced trauma and/or loss.

Hi, I’m Daniela. I am a Registered Psychotherapist with over 5 years experience working across community, school-based, and private mental health care settings. I am especially interested in working with individuals who are looking understand and connect more deeply with themselves. I also enjoy working with children and teens in managing big emotions and difficult life experiences, as well as with their parents and caregivers. I aim to build honest and authentic relationships with clients where they can share all parts of themselves without judgement. I am so grateful to be able to work with people in this way.

As a Registered Drama Therapist (RDT) with an extensive background working with children and youths in Canada and the United States, I help my clients identify, explore and process their emotions through verbal and non-verbal means. Drama therapy is a specialized form of psychotherapy that incorporates creative expression into the therapeutic process. Clients of all ages can benefit from this creative arts therapy modality. No acting experience needed! In addition, I use other treatment approaches such as trauma-centered psychotherapy, creative arts therapies, play therapy and sandtray therapy.

Parenting and managing relationships can be challenging. We are often unsure how to effectively cope with our own difficulties and support the ones we love. We struggle in our attempt to parent, overcome obstacles in our children's academic/social milieu, & in our professional/personal lives. These struggles are compounded by the presence of anxiety, depression, learning disabilities & ADHD, to name a few. Having a nurturing space to address these obstacles is important, where you can gain perspective, develop strategies to strengthen relationships, improve communication, & increase your capacity to care for yourself & loved ones.

We are currently accepting clients immediately with NO WAIT for psychotherapy (children, adolescents, adults, and families). You can book an intake here: aws-portal/owlpractice.ca/ocfr We are a mental health centre for childhood trauma & dissociation, attachment, adoption, and high-conflict families for Ottawa and surrounding areas. Our clinicians have advanced training in a variety of evidence-based trauma-informed approaches for treating children, youth, adults, and families, including psycho-biologically and somatic based approaches, such as EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, SMART, Brainspotting, and Safe and Sound Protocol.

I am here to support you in navigating the challenges you face by providing a confidential space to talk, explore, and learn new coping strategies. Therapy is an excellent tool that allows us to discuss topics we might not feel ready to talk about with others. I approach all client relationships from a strengths-based lens with the aim of helping you in tangible ways. I build real relationships with my clients with a foundation of trust and security, moving you toward where you want to be in life. I am passionate about supporting individuals, couples, and families in feeling stable, heard, and cared for.

My name is Nancy Al Kayal, a Psychological Associate (Supervised Practice) with a decade of experience in the field. I am part of a not-for profit community practice called The Counselling Group. Specializing in working with families, children, youth, and young adults, I employ a blend of therapeutic approaches in my practice. My diversified educational background and experience have helped me develop a hybrid approach that integrates elements of psychodynamic therapy, CBT, meditation and visualization, CCT, and art therapy.

I provide Psychotherapy and Psychological assessments to children, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing a wide range of issues, including, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, aggression/anger, behavioural challenges, bullying, and emotional regulation. I provide Cognitive Behavioural Therapy which is an evidence-based form of therapy that focuses on how thoughts, attitudes, and beliefs impact and influence our emotions and behavioural reactions. Clients interested in services at our clinic are encouraged to call, email, or utilize the online booking feature of the Waystone Psychology website.

"Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of the overcoming of it" (H. Keller) is a statement which motivates me to be versatile and adaptive so I may best meet my client's needs in an integrated practice, to facilitate empowerment and holistic well-being. I utilize strength-based, somatic, creative and expressive modes of therapy tailored to suit the unique needs of individuals from various walks of life.

Do you feel overwhelmed by events, feelings, people? Do you struggle with your daily tasks, interacting with others, and managing your emotions? Does it feel like you are in a repetitive loop, unable to break free, no matter how hard you try to get out? This situation might be draining and overwhelming to deal with alone. Maybe it is time to approach all these questions in a secure environment. Sharing your thoughts and feelings with a non-judgmental and compassionate person, able to walk with you on the path of self-discovery, might help you reach your full potential and self-accomplishment.