Therapists in Ottawa, ON

My goal is to help you ease your distress and transform your life so that you can feel empowered and gain peace of mind, through acceptance and self-development. Through therapy you may find the clarity and strength you need to overcome your struggles and experience growth. It is important to get to know who YOU are as a person, gain insight on suppressed issues through self-expression and emotional release, to finally reach a point of stability and peace. I welcome individuals, couples and families of all backgrounds and walks of life.

I am dedicated to helping my clients reach their goals. I see individuals, couples and families. I am also open to supervisees (students or RPQ). My main areas of expertise are anxiety and depression, sexual issues (such as sex addiction and improving sexual relationships) and communication skill building with couples and families. I am LGBTQ, gender nonbinary, poly and kink-friendly. I am a straight-up and forward therapist. I work with my clients where they're at, in that moment. Goals are addressed in a collaborative, on-going fashion. Together, we can heal your relationships and help you reach your full potential.

People who feel low, anxious, and/or are tired of arguing can make a change. I am a registered therapist, social worker and coach. If repetitive patterns are draining you, I can help. For over 30 yrs I have helped individuals, couples and families overcome personal challenges and deepen their relationships. I offer Systemic, Cognitive Behavioural (CBT), Emotionally Focussed and other therapeutic approaches to help people, stretch personal and relationship muscles, in order to make changes that are central to their lives.

For over 40 years I've worked with individuals, couples and groups facing a full range of the many challenges that life presents such as: depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, couple conflicts, all manner of traumas etc. My clientele includes people from all walks of life, ages, sexual preferences, ethnic and religious backgrounds. In addition, I provide consultation and counselling to those wanting to optimize their talents and abilities. I see clients as social, physical, intellectual and spiritual beings, thus all of these areas are potentially addressed in our work together.

Are you struggling with the daily pressures of life? Do you find yourself inundated by unhealthy thoughts and emotions which overwhelm and control your life? My name is Dela and I'm a Registered Psychotherapist with a passion for helping families and individuals like yourself learn how to regain balance by taking control of destructive thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This includes working with and families and individuals with a history of childhood neglect, abuse, trauma, work related issues, family problems, and psychological issues including anxiety, mood, and personality disorders.

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.

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.

***Now Offering Telepsychology Services for Individual Therapy via Phone or Secure Online Video***. Hello, I'm Dr. Jared French. I am a Registered Psychologist who provides individual and group psychotherapy to adults (18+) to address a range of mental health concerns and everyday life challenges. When working with clients I privilege people’s strengths in defining the problem(s), setting goals, and working towards solutions, growth, and change.

Thank you for visiting my page. Are you feeling anxious or stressed? Are your worries keeping you up at night? Struggling with your identity or feelings of inadequacy? Are your criticisms weighing you down? Having trouble connecting with other people romantically or socially? Wondering if you have ADHD? Are you struggling at work? Experiencing flashbacks or nightmares related to a stressful experience? I offer evidence-based therapy to reduce anxiety, improve mood, address trauma, boost social relationships, and increase compassion towards self and others. I also offer psychological assessments to answer your diagnostic questions.

My intention is to bring a sense of humanity and comfort to therapy, creating an environment founded on non-judgement, empathy, openness, compassion, and humour. I believe that therapeutic progress is best achieved collaboratively, working together to determine realistic goals that incorporate your own worldview and beliefs. I favour an integrative approach to psychotherapy, pulling elements from cognitive behavioural, narrative, and psychodynamic approaches. My approach is always client-directed, as my belief in the collaborative nature of therapy is deeply rooted in my stance towards care.

*CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Navigating mental health struggles in young adulthood can feel overwhelming and isolating. As a queer individual, my lived experiences have led me to develop a warm, compassionate, and understanding perspective. As a counsellor, this enables me to hold a non-judgmental and thoughtful space for the people I work with and can help them feel seen, heard, and not alone.

Design the life you want. Address your limited beliefs/ trauma & develop a newer, freer & empowered you. Specializing in 1) supporting individuals coping with narcissistic abuse, emotional immaturity & dysfunctional family dynamics, including scapegoating, 2) enhancing relationships using the evidence-based Gottman Method, and 3) guiding high-functioning professionals towards a more optimal and efficient lifestyle. As a Registered Social Worker in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers, I am committed to helping you develop deeper insights into your challenges & equipping you with effective tools to navigate them.

There is a wide range of people I work with. Many of them are kind, naturally empathic and are seeking help with boundaries, clarity and reciprocity in their relationships. There is humor, shared stories, moments of deep understanding and connection. Most clients are seeking affirmation that they are 'ok' and that their feelings and experiences are human. We are so much more than what we perceive our problems are. My goal is that you leave the first session with hope, optimism and courage to learn about old patterns and make changes to your life and relationships.

Hello! I'm glad you've found your way here. I'm Dana, and I want you to know that you're not alone in whatever you're facing. I deeply understand the journey of navigating anxiety, childhood trauma, and the complexities of relationships, especially as a young professional. My own story as the child of Italian immigrants and the experience of losing my father at a young age, fuels my empathy and understanding. It's from this place of shared experience that I offer support to those walking similar paths. As a single parent, I understand the unique challenges that can come with balancing career, personal healing, and parenting.

I believe therapy is first and foremost about human connection. I endeavour to create a safe, compassionate, warm, and authentic environment. I will meet you where you are and learn about what motivates you. We will work to develop an understanding of your strengths, your goals, and your wants and needs. We will also learn together about what gets in the way of the things that are most important and meaningful to you.

Life can often feel chaotic. The reality is that changes are presented to us outside of our control and we find ourselves faced with the task of making decisions and choices that will decide the course of our future. These untimely decisions and choices can leave us feeling bewildered and disoriented. To complicate things further, we can find ourselves stuck in emotional and behavioural patterns that inhibit and hold us back from making the decisions we would like to or that would be best for us. Sometimes it’s difficult to even know what we would like to do or what is best for us. What should you aim towards?

Life has not been easy on many of us but there is always hope and there is always help, we just need to look for it. My goal is to be a supportive facilitator of change and help clients lead the lives they aspire to lead and help them overcome obstacles hindering their path to leading fulfilling lives . My approach to therapy is judgement-free, acceptance-valued, and culturally responsive.

Are you feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Does your life feel like it's out of alignment with what you really want? Are you struggling to cope with difficult thoughts and feelings? Therapy offers a safe space to address the issues you are facing and to transform your suffering in a supportive environment. I believe challenges in life are opportunities to grow as a person. My work focuses on helping clients find meaning and to live more authentically.

Accepting New Clients! I am well renowned for working with relationship issues (using attachment theory) with individuals and couples, and mood disorders (depression, anxiety). I have robust expertise in treating concerns surrounding sleep/insomnia. Beyond that I treat struggles of self-esteem/self-worth, existential questions, burnout, life transitions, and other concerns. I also have lengthy career experience working therapeutically with grief and loss, as well as caregiver burnout. Yes that's a lot, but I just thinking helping people to heal is very neat, and so I have learned and studied so much.