Marriage Counselling Therapists in Ottawa, ON
Psychologists, Psychotherapists, and Social Workers offering therapy and assessments for youth, adults, couples, and families.
Here at Grounded Psychology, we realize that no two people are the same, and we tailor our therapy to meet your specific needs as an individual. We strive to help people understand the things that are holding them back with an in-depth approach. After recognizing underlying problems, clients can fully realize their strengths and adjust certain behaviors and thoughts to see things in a different, healthier way. Our practice specializes in helping people who are struggling with anxiety, relationship challenges, depression, and many other difficulties.
Psychologists, Psychotherapists, and Social Workers offering therapy and assessments for youth, adults, couples, and families.
Here at Grounded Psychology, we realize that no two people are the same, and we tailor our therapy to meet your specific needs as an individual. We strive to help people understand the things that are holding them back with an in-depth approach. After recognizing underlying problems, clients can fully realize their strengths and adjust certain behaviors and thoughts to see things in a different, healthier way. Our practice specializes in helping people who are struggling with anxiety, relationship challenges, depression, and many other difficulties.
Are you feeling stuck in patterns of anxiety, relationship struggles, or a lack of direction in your personal or professional life? Maybe you’re searching for clarity, deeper connection, or the tools to create meaningful change. You’re ready to feel empowered, balanced, and in control of your life and relationships.
Are you feeling stuck in patterns of anxiety, relationship struggles, or a lack of direction in your personal or professional life? Maybe you’re searching for clarity, deeper connection, or the tools to create meaningful change. You’re ready to feel empowered, balanced, and in control of your life and relationships.
I also incorporate ACT, psychodynamic approaches and the Gottman Method for couples' work.
I help people manage emotions and have enriching relationships with themselves and others. Struggles with self esteem & confidence, navigating interpersonal relationships, anxiety & stress, and finding relief from PTSD & trauma are some of my specialties. I also help those who feel confused with their career or life path. You are unique, and your therapy should reflect this. This is why I tailor therapy to your distinct needs.
What makes me different as a therapist? I am refreshingly active and creative in session. I ask provoking questions, and my clients feel seen, heard and understood. I also interject humour therapeutically.
I also incorporate ACT, psychodynamic approaches and the Gottman Method for couples' work.
I help people manage emotions and have enriching relationships with themselves and others. Struggles with self esteem & confidence, navigating interpersonal relationships, anxiety & stress, and finding relief from PTSD & trauma are some of my specialties. I also help those who feel confused with their career or life path. You are unique, and your therapy should reflect this. This is why I tailor therapy to your distinct needs.
What makes me different as a therapist? I am refreshingly active and creative in session. I ask provoking questions, and my clients feel seen, heard and understood. I also interject humour therapeutically.
Hi, I’m Stacey. I’m a Registered Indigenous Social Worker, and for more than a decade I’ve had the honour of walking alongside children, youth, and families as they uncover their strengths, nurture resilience, and build connections.
I specialize in supporting individuals with ADHD, ASD, children/youth, families in crisis and parents seeking guidance and healing in their relationships with their children. I am passionate about helping individuals and families navigate complicated systems and working to dismantle obstacles that stand in the way of accessing support.
Hi, I’m Stacey. I’m a Registered Indigenous Social Worker, and for more than a decade I’ve had the honour of walking alongside children, youth, and families as they uncover their strengths, nurture resilience, and build connections.
I specialize in supporting individuals with ADHD, ASD, children/youth, families in crisis and parents seeking guidance and healing in their relationships with their children. I am passionate about helping individuals and families navigate complicated systems and working to dismantle obstacles that stand in the way of accessing support.
With over a decade of experience as a registered social worker, I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families.
Are you feeling a shift in your mood or energy? Struggling with relationships or feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? It's okay to feel this way—sometimes, our emotions, thoughts, and experiences can become too much to handle alone. In our sessions, we’ll work together to explore what’s going on at a pace that feels right for you. My goal is to create a supportive and nonjudgmental space where you can find comfort and strength as you work through these difficulties.
With over a decade of experience as a registered social worker, I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families.
Are you feeling a shift in your mood or energy? Struggling with relationships or feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? It's okay to feel this way—sometimes, our emotions, thoughts, and experiences can become too much to handle alone. In our sessions, we’ll work together to explore what’s going on at a pace that feels right for you. My goal is to create a supportive and nonjudgmental space where you can find comfort and strength as you work through these difficulties.
I work with individuals, couples, and families to assist them in identifying and overcoming the obstacles that stand in their way to greater happiness and fulfilment.
Creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space is my foremost priority. From that foundation, I am most likely to draw on elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, and Systemic Approaches in order to help you develop the practical tools and insights you will need to overcome your challenges.
I work with individuals, couples, and families to assist them in identifying and overcoming the obstacles that stand in their way to greater happiness and fulfilment.
Creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space is my foremost priority. From that foundation, I am most likely to draw on elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, and Systemic Approaches in order to help you develop the practical tools and insights you will need to overcome your challenges.
I offer individual and couple counselling.
The counselling process is similar to carefully peeling back the layers of an onion. You need to feel safe and in control as the layers of your story are revealed. Together, we uncover deeper parts of the self that may be hidden from conscious thought ... old scripts and tapes that are still playing today and causing you pain and anxiety. You can change your life by bringing these old patterns and voices into the light of day for examination. My work is to support, guide, and challenge you so you can empower yourself to deal with past issues and present concerns.
I offer individual and couple counselling.
The counselling process is similar to carefully peeling back the layers of an onion. You need to feel safe and in control as the layers of your story are revealed. Together, we uncover deeper parts of the self that may be hidden from conscious thought ... old scripts and tapes that are still playing today and causing you pain and anxiety. You can change your life by bringing these old patterns and voices into the light of day for examination. My work is to support, guide, and challenge you so you can empower yourself to deal with past issues and present concerns.
Kamelia Deleva / Smart Adapt
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, MACP, EMDR, ND
12 Endorsed
Online Only
I offer EMDR, Somatic therapy, Mindfulness-based therapy, Grief counselling, Couples therapy and Solution-focused brief therapy to help you navigate life’s challenges.
Through EMDR, Somatic therapy, Mindfulness-based therapy, Grief counselling and Couples therapy I help clients improve their self-esteem and independence. We build a realistic detailed action plan together, I support you every step of the way and you progress with confidence.
I offer EMDR, Somatic therapy, Mindfulness-based therapy, Grief counselling, Couples therapy and Solution-focused brief therapy to help you navigate life’s challenges.
Through EMDR, Somatic therapy, Mindfulness-based therapy, Grief counselling and Couples therapy I help clients improve their self-esteem and independence. We build a realistic detailed action plan together, I support you every step of the way and you progress with confidence.
I work with a wide range of patients of all ages, providing both individual, couple, and group therapy.
Starting therapy is a delicate and important decision. That is why, before proposing a treatment, the patient and I usually undergo an assessment phase. During the first sessions, I can learn about your current situation, story, and goals, which allows me to determine the best course of action and ensure that I am the best fit for your needs.
I work with a wide range of patients of all ages, providing both individual, couple, and group therapy.
Starting therapy is a delicate and important decision. That is why, before proposing a treatment, the patient and I usually undergo an assessment phase. During the first sessions, I can learn about your current situation, story, and goals, which allows me to determine the best course of action and ensure that I am the best fit for your needs.
Je pratique la thérapie individuelle, familiale et de couple en français et en anglais depuis 2018.
Je vois la psychothérapie comme une relation de soutien qui se concentre à aider à découvrir les changements personnels que l'on peut apporter à son expérience de vie. J'offre du soutien à résoudre les problèmes pour mener à la guérison. Mon approche est intégrante, cognitive, systémique et humaniste.
Je pratique la thérapie individuelle, familiale et de couple en français et en anglais depuis 2018.
Je vois la psychothérapie comme une relation de soutien qui se concentre à aider à découvrir les changements personnels que l'on peut apporter à son expérience de vie. J'offre du soutien à résoudre les problèmes pour mener à la guérison. Mon approche est intégrante, cognitive, systémique et humaniste.
Many of the people I work with are BIPOC women who are tired of being “the strong one,” moms trying to heal after a stressful pregnancy or birth, newcomers, and couples who feel disconnected.
You’re tired of acting like everything is fine while your mind keeps spiraling into worst‑case scenarios. On the outside, you look put‑together, but insid,e you’re overwhelmed, anxious, and exhausted from constantly bracing for something to go wrong. You don’t have to face any of this alone. My goal is to help you feel seen, supported, and stronger, inside and out.
Many of the people I work with are BIPOC women who are tired of being “the strong one,” moms trying to heal after a stressful pregnancy or birth, newcomers, and couples who feel disconnected.
You’re tired of acting like everything is fine while your mind keeps spiraling into worst‑case scenarios. On the outside, you look put‑together, but insid,e you’re overwhelmed, anxious, and exhausted from constantly bracing for something to go wrong. You don’t have to face any of this alone. My goal is to help you feel seen, supported, and stronger, inside and out.
An increasing number of people are turning to mental health services to help improve their quality of life. Individuals of all ages, genders and walks of life are turning to trusted therapists to help them with a wide variety of issues. If you struggle to manage your emotions; if you feel stuck in patterns that don't work for you anymore; if you feel like you're struggling at work, in relationships, or in family life; if you're having a hard time understanding yourself - then counselling therapy might be an important next step for you.
An increasing number of people are turning to mental health services to help improve their quality of life. Individuals of all ages, genders and walks of life are turning to trusted therapists to help them with a wide variety of issues. If you struggle to manage your emotions; if you feel stuck in patterns that don't work for you anymore; if you feel like you're struggling at work, in relationships, or in family life; if you're having a hard time understanding yourself - then counselling therapy might be an important next step for you.
My name is Raquel Soteldo, a Ottawa-based Registered Psychotherapist, MA, ABA, PMP and the Founder of The Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Clinic. I am a Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician and Hypnotherapist who works with trauma-related symptoms: high anxiety, unhealthy attachments and relationships either within the family, romantic or workplace interaction. I work with individuals to secure attachments to self, leave insecure/anxious attachments to abusive people, and establish new/better attachments to the world. I work with undiagnosed ADHD, Depression, Anxiety and C-PTSD/Trauma. To book please email me!
My name is Raquel Soteldo, a Ottawa-based Registered Psychotherapist, MA, ABA, PMP and the Founder of The Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Clinic. I am a Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician and Hypnotherapist who works with trauma-related symptoms: high anxiety, unhealthy attachments and relationships either within the family, romantic or workplace interaction. I work with individuals to secure attachments to self, leave insecure/anxious attachments to abusive people, and establish new/better attachments to the world. I work with undiagnosed ADHD, Depression, Anxiety and C-PTSD/Trauma. To book please email me!
Accepting New Clients. There are many reasons why individuals might seek therapy. No matter your reason whether anxiety, trauma, depression, life transition, parenting issues, stress, difficult life circumstances, communication issues, difficult relationships, you are taking an important step by reaching out. At Maps to Healing, our role is to use training and experience to assist you in reaching your goals. Together, we will tap into your strengths to find new perspectives on your experiences and gain more control and acceptance for your life. Send me an email to set up a consultation!
Accepting New Clients. There are many reasons why individuals might seek therapy. No matter your reason whether anxiety, trauma, depression, life transition, parenting issues, stress, difficult life circumstances, communication issues, difficult relationships, you are taking an important step by reaching out. At Maps to Healing, our role is to use training and experience to assist you in reaching your goals. Together, we will tap into your strengths to find new perspectives on your experiences and gain more control and acceptance for your life. Send me an email to set up a consultation!
As an existential therapist, I aim to help clients face themselves rather than fix themselves.
This involves a process of honest self-confrontation that is immersive, introspective, and often demanding. Existential therapy calls for personal courage, emotional openness, and a willingness to engage with difficult truths. Clients are invited to question long-held assumptions, challenge limiting narratives, and examine inner contradictions. This work asks them to look closely at how they are showing up in their lives, confront avoidance and denial, and take full responsibility for the shape and direction of their existence.
As an existential therapist, I aim to help clients face themselves rather than fix themselves.
This involves a process of honest self-confrontation that is immersive, introspective, and often demanding. Existential therapy calls for personal courage, emotional openness, and a willingness to engage with difficult truths. Clients are invited to question long-held assumptions, challenge limiting narratives, and examine inner contradictions. This work asks them to look closely at how they are showing up in their lives, confront avoidance and denial, and take full responsibility for the shape and direction of their existence.
Whether you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in a major life transition, therapy can be a space to pause, reflect, and reconnect—with yourself or with your partner.
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, burnout, or career or work dissatisfaction—individually or as a couple—I’m here to help. Together, we’ll explore what matters most to you and create a personalized plan. Using evidence-based methods like CBT, ACT, solutions-focused, mindfulness, and Gottman, we’ll work at your pace to support lasting change.
Whether you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in a major life transition, therapy can be a space to pause, reflect, and reconnect—with yourself or with your partner.
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, burnout, or career or work dissatisfaction—individually or as a couple—I’m here to help. Together, we’ll explore what matters most to you and create a personalized plan. Using evidence-based methods like CBT, ACT, solutions-focused, mindfulness, and Gottman, we’ll work at your pace to support lasting change.
We all encounter some degree of difficulty within our lives, and sometimes we find it difficult to navigate these hard times alone. If your relationships have become unfulfilling, or you are experiencing a loss of a relationship, difficult time communicating in your relationships, disrupted sleep, reduced pleasure in previously enjoyable activities, excessive worry/concern, workplace distress, job loss/transition, finding it hard to cope with stress and pressure of daily life, or finding it challenging in adapting to new roles within your life, then allow me to help.
We all encounter some degree of difficulty within our lives, and sometimes we find it difficult to navigate these hard times alone. If your relationships have become unfulfilling, or you are experiencing a loss of a relationship, difficult time communicating in your relationships, disrupted sleep, reduced pleasure in previously enjoyable activities, excessive worry/concern, workplace distress, job loss/transition, finding it hard to cope with stress and pressure of daily life, or finding it challenging in adapting to new roles within your life, then allow me to help.
The Authentic Life Psychotherapy Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP(Q)
4 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2G
Are you a couple in crisis, or struggling with relationship issues, navigating conflicts, or deepening healthy relationships?
I use a systematic and integrated approach including family systems, attachment theory, psychodynamic methods, and Emotionally Focussed Therapy. My relational approach is practical, compassionate, and collaborative - I will guide you through real-time interactions to help shift patterns, improve communication, and restore connection.
Are you a couple in crisis, or struggling with relationship issues, navigating conflicts, or deepening healthy relationships?
I use a systematic and integrated approach including family systems, attachment theory, psychodynamic methods, and Emotionally Focussed Therapy. My relational approach is practical, compassionate, and collaborative - I will guide you through real-time interactions to help shift patterns, improve communication, and restore connection.
We also provide couples therapy services for clients who want to strengthen communication, improve conflict management, deepen their emotional connection and increase respect, affection, and intimacy.
We are a group of experienced and competent doctoral-level psychologists and psychotherapists who are passionate about teaching clients how to manage their emotions and get their lives back on track. Using a model based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, we provide effective therapy to help clients address challenges and improve their quality of life.
We also provide couples therapy services for clients who want to strengthen communication, improve conflict management, deepen their emotional connection and increase respect, affection, and intimacy.
We are a group of experienced and competent doctoral-level psychologists and psychotherapists who are passionate about teaching clients how to manage their emotions and get their lives back on track. Using a model based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, we provide effective therapy to help clients address challenges and improve their quality of life.
My ideal client is someone who is experiencing anxiety and stress, feeling overwhelmed by life transitions or personal challenges. They need a safe space to express their feelings and gain clarity on their emotions. Their goals include developing coping strategies, building resilience, and achieving a better work-life balance. They want to feel more in control of their lives and improve their overall mental well-being because they aspire to lead a more fulfilling, peaceful, and balanced life.
My ideal client is someone who is experiencing anxiety and stress, feeling overwhelmed by life transitions or personal challenges. They need a safe space to express their feelings and gain clarity on their emotions. Their goals include developing coping strategies, building resilience, and achieving a better work-life balance. They want to feel more in control of their lives and improve their overall mental well-being because they aspire to lead a more fulfilling, peaceful, and balanced life.
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Marriage Counselling
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.