Infertility Therapists in Ottawa, ON
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Catherine A. Stafford
Psychologist, MEd, CPsych
PLEASE NOTE: CURRENTLY ONLY ACCEPTING CLIENTS REFERRED DIRECTLY BY FERTILITY CLINICS.
Infertility
and Reproductive Health Counselling is a central focus for my practice: Individuals and couples facing the stresses of
infertility
and its treatments, loss, grief, difficult decision-making, etc. I provide the mandatory counselling assessment sessions required by law preceding
infertility
treatments. My counselling style is collaborative and in every situation, we focus on building hope, courage and resilience in the face of challenges and loss.

Guergana (Gerri) Mileva
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MSc, PhD, MEd
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I specialize in helping folks who are trying to conceive, have experienced pregnancy loss or
infertility
, are currently pregnant, or are navigating through the fourth trimester (the first year post partum).
Is life a little overwhelming right now? Are you looking for someone to help support you as you make some changes or explore where you would like to go? Therapy can offer a space where you will feel supported, valued, and safe to explore any topics that life may throw at you - whether that be job changes, navigating university/school, relationship issues, or becoming a parent.

Melissa Hooper
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified
Verified
While I work with issues of depression, anxiety and dysfunctional couple dynamics, I specialize in issues with sexuality, sexual dysfunction, infidelity,
infertility
and sexual abuse. I offer respectful, judgment free compassionate care to clients experiencing troubling emotions and behaviours and work to release and heal feelings of shame/guilt/fear related to sexual dysfunction, intimacy and identity. I work extensively with both individuals and couples in the areas of high/low sexual desire, arousal/orgasm disorders and Erectile Dysfunction, among others. My practice is LGBTQ+Kink and Consenual non-monogamy supportive.
Not accepting new clients

Tracy Contini
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I also help clients with adaptation to illness,
infertility
, grief and loss, relational issues, spiritual or religious issues, life transitions, work and life stress, trauma, PTSD.
I help individual adults struggling with behaviour, thought and mood issues. I would be honoured if you chose me to help you overcome the challenges you are facing right now. My style is warm & collaborative. I seek to create an atmosphere of safety to help you relax and work on difficult issues more quickly. I tailor treatment to client needs and use an integrative approach. I make confidentiality a priority at all times.
Not accepting new clients

Janice Fraser
Registered Social Worker, MSW RSW, SEP
Verified
Verified
**I AM CURRENTLY UNABLE TO ACCEPT NEW CLIENTS**I have been providing counselling and therapy for 30 years, as well as supervision and consultation to therapists and Masters degree students. My areas of specialty include addictions, trauma, and sexual abuse, and I have extensive experience in other areas of psychotherapy including depression, anxiety, relationships, life transitions, grief and loss, family of origin issues, dissociation, separation, and
infertility
. I have a passion for helping people develop new ways of understanding and working through their challenges. I am a registered clinical social worker and psychotherapist.

Kyli Robertson
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, CCC, RP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you struggling to work through difficult emotions? I am a Registered Psychotherapist with in-depth education and experience counselling individuals who are struggling with personal and interpersonal difficulties. I focus on treating a variety of mental health concerns including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship issues, parenting and family struggles, bullying and grief. I am also passionate about working with aspiring, expecting, new and experienced parents through the various stressors and challenges of parenthood such as
infertility
, miscarriage, Postpartum Depression and family adjustment.

Mandie Robertson
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, CCC, RP
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with extensive experience working with both individuals and couples who are struggling with personal and relational difficulties. I focus on treating a number of mental health concerns including, but not limited to: depression, stress, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, grief, relationship struggles, parenting, and perinatal issues. I am also passionate about supporting individuals and couples experiencing difficulties and challenges related to family creation and parenthood such as
infertility
, miscarriage/stillbirth, infant loss, postpartum depression and anxiety, and family adjustment issues.

Maria Pitiakoudis
Psychologist, PsyD, CPsych
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I also help patients learn to cope with personality disorders, and difficulties with relationships, work, procrastination, identity and life adjustment, stress management,
infertility
, bereavement, self-esteem, and impulse control such as gambling and anger management.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist registered with the College of Psychologist of Ontario. I have a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology and an M.A. in Counseling Psychology from the Adler School of Professional Psychology in Chicago. My clinical training is integrative, and includes a directive Cognitive Behavioral method, a more introspective Psychodynamic approach, as well as a holistic Mindfulness style. I incorporate various therapeutic modalities into my clinical practice in accordance with the individual needs of each patient. I am fluent in English and Greek. I currently conduct virtual therapy.

Sheryl Blum
Psychologist, MEd
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have over 2 decades of counselling expertise. Special training in cognitive-behavior therapy under the late Dr. Micheal Spevack. I treat: panic attacks, fear of flying, depression, OCD, phobias, self-esteem, excessive worrying, procrastination, assertiveness, generalized anxiety, relationship isssues, sexual abuse and incest, insomnia,
infertility
, and general life stress. I also teach relaxation. I work with you, the client, together as a team on your goals. We will achieve your goals in a successful, organized manner. I offer warmth and empathy in a supportive environment. Contact me so that you can begin your awesome journey.

Kristen Deuzeman - Psychologist
Psychologist, CPsych, RPsych
Verified
Verified
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression,
infertility
, relationship challenges, parenting issues, identity, self-esteem, workplace conflict, burnout, or another issue, we will work together to alleviate your distress and help you live more abundantly.
It takes true courage to reach out and ask for help. I am a registered clinical psychologist who provides individual services for adolescents and adults. Over the past 10 years I have helped my clients to reach greater states of awareness and empowerment to lead more fulfilling lives.

Michaele-Sue Goldblatt
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Are you struggling with Loss? Miscarriage, Stillbirth, Neonatal death?
Infertility
? Are you pregnant after loss? Loss of any loved one. Helping you cope with illness. I offer a compassionate and sensitive space for you to express your sadness, despair & rage at the 'unfairness' of it all & will provide you with support & insight as you try to rebuild your life. Are you adopted & considering Reunion? Are you in a Blended Family needing support? Workshops on
Infertility
. I am available ONLINE by Zoom in Ontario. Early morning, evening & weekend appointments available. See website for more information. Sliding scale re fees.
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Eleanor McGroarty
Psychologist, CPsych, RPsych, MA
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have worked with 100's of individuals and couples experiencing issues related to depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, grief, culture, gender, relationships,
infertility
, career, pain, physical illness, anger and more.
My role is to guide you in developing skills and insights to create meaningful and sustainable outcomes that you want to see. Getting to know who you are and what changes can be made to improve your life in tangible and experiential ways is paramount. The process will be explorative, providing you with an understanding of how your experiences, thoughts and emotions impact one another. Working closely together, your feedback will be used to guide your unique treatment. Structure will help foster specific changes in regard to your mental health, identity, relationships and goals. The process is collaborative, holistic and empowering.

Dr. Trang K Le
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Welcome! I am a registered clinical psychologist with 10+ years of experience providing individual psychotherapy to adults who are struggling with a wide range of challenges. I have particular expertise in treating depression, anxiety and trauma-related issues. Additional areas of experience include: acculturation, ethnic/racial identity, childlessness not by choice,
infertility
, grief and bereavement, stress, relationship issues, and life transitions. In therapy, I strive to provide a safe and non-judgemental environment for you to explore your difficulties.

Raluca Petridis
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, CCC, EMDR
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
Whether you’ve suffered a miscarriage (at any stage of pregnancy), are experiencing
infertility
, had a stillborn, or are grieving the loss of a child, I can offer a unique understanding to your pain.
Are you feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Depressed? Do you have low self-esteem or low self confidence? Do you feel as though you've lost yourself? I offer a therapy space where you can be yourself, a place that welcomes you as you are, in all your true colours, with your raw & unedited thoughts & emotions. Whatever you're experiencing, you're not alone. Together, we can navigate your current circumstances and find healthier coping mechanisms to move you towards your goals.
Not accepting new clients

Rana Karam
Psychologist, Psy D
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
We can all benefit from psychotherapy at some point in our life whether to learn to effectively cope with challenging times or to better understand ourselves in order to unlock our full potential. Taking the first step in seeking therapy can be intimidating, I can help you by providing a safe, compassionate and confidential space for personal expression and growth, and building with you a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust. During the first sessions, we will work collaboratively to better understand your struggles, identify your strengths, and determine therapeutic strategies and goals tailored to your needs.

Martha Roberts
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, PhD, RP, CCC
Verified
Verified
I have a caring, client-centred approach to counselling. You will find a warm and supportive companion in me for your journey of growth and healing. I view therapy as a personal journey for the client. Each client is unique in their needs and approaches to healing. I have a flexible approach to healing that is responsive to each client's individuality. My eclectic approach combines elements of rational emotive, cognitive behavioural, interpersonal and emotion focused therapies.

Sunita Sandhu
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified
Verified
As a seasoned Registered Psychotherapist with over a decade of experience in community mental health, I specialize in providing mental health support to adults and seniors. I believe in taking a holistic approach that focuses on an individual's strengths and unique needs. Therefore, I work from a client-centered, strength-based, trauma-informed, and collaborative perspective. I use an integrated method which draws on techniques from various modalities including neuroscience and emotion regulation. By combining these different approaches, I can offer a holistic and personalized treatment plan tailored to your individual needs.

Matea Kosar
Registered Social Worker, MSW RSW
Verified
Verified
Becoming a mother brings many emotional challenges. Most moms feel lost and alone at some point. Being a mom myself, I understand the struggles many mothers go through. Many mothers miss the early signs of depression because they think those are signs of pregnancy-related hormonal changes. These symptoms may be more than depression and sadness and have a negative impact on mom’s everyday functioning. As well, I specialize in helping those who have suffered the loss of a baby at any stage of pregnancy or at birth. Miscarriage is not mourned publicly, and there are tools that help deal with this grief.

Dorothy Oyamameh Ogbumah
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q)
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you looking for a therapist who would genuinely listen and is willing to walk with you through your healing process? I will walk with you through this process and will support you with real evidence-based tools, as well as help you recognize your strengths and resources for your journey to a more fulfilling, satisfying, and empowered life.
Waitlist for new clients

Joanna Whitney
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
**Accepting clients for waitlist only at this time.** Your life has not turned out like you'd imagined. Having children was an inevitable, unquestioned part of your plan. Perhaps you've been trying for years and are now grappling with the idea of ending the TTC journey without a baby. Maybe you never got the chance to try because of life circumstances or health. Perhaps you've been dealing with the profound grief that comes with miscarriage or perinatal loss. This new reality likely seems impossible to believe, let alone accept. It is difficult to figure out how to move forward and if a life of meaning without children is possible.
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Infertility Counsellors
How can infertility affect couples and their relationship?
Clients who are dealing with infertility may experience conflict and communication problems. It’s not unusual for shame, blame, and guilt to arise in cases of infertility, whether the source of the problem is one partner or both. This means that clients are upset and pulling away from their partner just when they need them the most. Some clients may find it difficult to spend time around friends and family who are pregnant. Friends and family can also make hurtful comments that increase tension during this time.
How does therapy for infertility issues work?
The therapist will begin by gathering information about the client or couple and make a treatment plan for their specific concerns. In addition to addressing common mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, and trauma reactions or PTSD, therapists can help clients improve their decision-making and deal with stressors unique to infertility. Some examples include coping with the “two-week wait” before a pregnancy test, the distress associated with a failed attempt or miscarriage, and the shame and blame sometimes associated with reproductive concerns.
What type of therapy is best for infertility issues?
Many therapists offer psychotherapy for individuals and couples who are dealing with infertility issues. Some helpful therapeutic approaches include cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), which can aid clients in reframing negative thoughts about their situation. Expressive writing and art therapy can help clients process difficult feelings. Clients might also benefit from group therapy to experience support from others who are dealing with the same problems.
How long does therapy for infertility issues take?
There is no set length for therapy that addresses infertility or reproductive concerns. Some clients might find it helpful to continue therapy during their pregnancy to have healthy ways to cope with any associated stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma. Some clients who decide not to pursue fertility treatments might benefit from the support of a therapist. The duration of therapy varies depending on the individual client’s specific needs and goals.