Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Ottawa, ON
I work collaboratively with each client to deliver a unique treatment plan which may include Attachment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Traumatic Incident Reduction Therapy, and Mindfulness and Stress Reduction Therapy.
I provide a non-judgmental, confidential and empathetic space where you will be guided in sharing what troubles you, and anything else you choose to discuss. Therapy can be a shorter process, focused on “fixing” a particular issue. Or it can be a deeper exploration of oneself.
I work collaboratively with each client to deliver a unique treatment plan which may include Attachment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Traumatic Incident Reduction Therapy, and Mindfulness and Stress Reduction Therapy.
I provide a non-judgmental, confidential and empathetic space where you will be guided in sharing what troubles you, and anything else you choose to discuss. Therapy can be a shorter process, focused on “fixing” a particular issue. Or it can be a deeper exploration of oneself.
My collaborative approach with clients is designed to meet their specific goals, utilizing a range of therapeutic orientations, such as client-centered, somatic experiencing, emotion-focused therapy, family systems, attachment theory, mindfulness, 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 by creating a supportive environment where we can share openly and address your concerns. I want to help you, especially if you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, or life transitions and have recently immigrated. If you are open to working with me, we could develop a personalized treatment plan aligning with your goals.
My collaborative approach with clients is designed to meet their specific goals, utilizing a range of therapeutic orientations, such as client-centered, somatic experiencing, emotion-focused therapy, family systems, attachment theory, mindfulness, 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 by creating a supportive environment where we can share openly and address your concerns. I want to help you, especially if you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, or life transitions and have recently immigrated. If you are open to working with me, we could develop a personalized treatment plan aligning with your goals.
I work from an integrative approach, incorporating emotionnal freedom therapy, mindfulness (MCBT), art, play, somatic experiencing, energy psychology, combine with talk therapy.
You are on the right page if you're looking for anti-oppressive, culturally safe, caring, genuine and gentle support with a side of humour! Healing life’s hurt takes time, courage, patience, care and sensitivity. I offer these elements and a space where personal growth can blossom. My services are for you if you need a compassionate space to explore and reflect on your life journey, on systemic, relational and intergenerational trauma and the outcomes of these experiences on your life, or to take care of your mental health period. We do this together, in a gentle yet honest way to experience relief of symptoms and bring back joy.
I work from an integrative approach, incorporating emotionnal freedom therapy, mindfulness (MCBT), art, play, somatic experiencing, energy psychology, combine with talk therapy.
You are on the right page if you're looking for anti-oppressive, culturally safe, caring, genuine and gentle support with a side of humour! Healing life’s hurt takes time, courage, patience, care and sensitivity. I offer these elements and a space where personal growth can blossom. My services are for you if you need a compassionate space to explore and reflect on your life journey, on systemic, relational and intergenerational trauma and the outcomes of these experiences on your life, or to take care of your mental health period. We do this together, in a gentle yet honest way to experience relief of symptoms and bring back joy.
My approach borrows from Person-Centred Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and is grounded in mindfulness and self-compassion based techniques so that clients can take more meaningful action in their daily lives.
Welcome! I’m glad you’ve landed here! My name is Olivia, and I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) based in downtown Ottawa. I am presently accepting adult clients (18+) who are seeking support for life transitions, relationship difficulties, challenges with self-esteem, perfectionism, anxiety, depression, stress, and ADHD.
My approach borrows from Person-Centred Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and is grounded in mindfulness and self-compassion based techniques so that clients can take more meaningful action in their daily lives.
Welcome! I’m glad you’ve landed here! My name is Olivia, and I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) based in downtown Ottawa. I am presently accepting adult clients (18+) who are seeking support for life transitions, relationship difficulties, challenges with self-esteem, perfectionism, anxiety, depression, stress, and ADHD.
Trauma & EMDR therapist serving Ottawa and area
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, CHT, MSc
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I draw from evidence-based therapies including EMDR, CBT, ACT, DBT, and trauma-focused approaches, blending them with mindfulness, hypnotherapy, and somatic tools.
Hi! I'm Liz. These past few years have been heavy for so many of us, and you’re not alone if you’ve felt the weight of it. Maybe you’ve been holding everything together for everyone else, trying to stay strong and keep going, but deep down you feel like you’re just existing rather than truly living. If you’re tired, overwhelmed, or feeling disconnected from yourself or your relationships, this might be the time to consider reaching out for support.
I draw from evidence-based therapies including EMDR, CBT, ACT, DBT, and trauma-focused approaches, blending them with mindfulness, hypnotherapy, and somatic tools.
Hi! I'm Liz. These past few years have been heavy for so many of us, and you’re not alone if you’ve felt the weight of it. Maybe you’ve been holding everything together for everyone else, trying to stay strong and keep going, but deep down you feel like you’re just existing rather than truly living. If you’re tired, overwhelmed, or feeling disconnected from yourself or your relationships, this might be the time to consider reaching out for support.
As a Registered Psychotherapist, I draw on mindfulness-based approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Life can sometimes feel heavy—and asking for help takes real courage. Whether you’re feeling anxious, stuck, depressed, overwhelmed, or lost in grief, you're not alone. I offer a calm and supportive space to work through difficult emotions, relationship issues, or major life changes. Together, we’ll move toward clarity, healing, and meaningful growth—one step at a time.
As a Registered Psychotherapist, I draw on mindfulness-based approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Life can sometimes feel heavy—and asking for help takes real courage. Whether you’re feeling anxious, stuck, depressed, overwhelmed, or lost in grief, you're not alone. I offer a calm and supportive space to work through difficult emotions, relationship issues, or major life changes. Together, we’ll move toward clarity, healing, and meaningful growth—one step at a time.
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.
If you are like most people these days, there are times when your life just doesn't go smoothly. Maybe you are struggling with high levels of stress, depression, or anxiety, or perhaps an important relationship is feeling off track. Maybe there is a particular situation that you are struggling with, such as the loss of a loved one. If any of these situations sound familiar, I can help. 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.
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.
If you are like most people these days, there are times when your life just doesn't go smoothly. Maybe you are struggling with high levels of stress, depression, or anxiety, or perhaps an important relationship is feeling off track. Maybe there is a particular situation that you are struggling with, such as the loss of a loved one. If any of these situations sound familiar, I can help. 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.
My approach is grounded in mindfulness, self-compassion, and evidence-based techniques drawn from cognitive-behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy.
Stressed? Overwhelmed? Burnt out? Struggling to make sense of the world? Trying to figure out where you fit in? I take a radically compassionate approach to supporting folks who are trying to navigate the complexities of life today.
My approach is grounded in mindfulness, self-compassion, and evidence-based techniques drawn from cognitive-behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy.
Stressed? Overwhelmed? Burnt out? Struggling to make sense of the world? Trying to figure out where you fit in? I take a radically compassionate approach to supporting folks who are trying to navigate the complexities of life today.
My approach blends several types of therapy, including cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behavioural therapy, mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy and psychoeducation.
Eating disorders and exercise disorders have devastating effects on the individual suffering and those close to them. As a registered psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of eating and exercise disorders and co-occurring issues, I work collaboratively with clients to meet their own individual therapeutic needs as they bravely journey into full recovery. While I specialize in treating eating disorders, approximately half of my clients come to me with different concerns. I have extensive experience with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues.
My approach blends several types of therapy, including cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behavioural therapy, mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy and psychoeducation.
Eating disorders and exercise disorders have devastating effects on the individual suffering and those close to them. As a registered psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of eating and exercise disorders and co-occurring issues, I work collaboratively with clients to meet their own individual therapeutic needs as they bravely journey into full recovery. While I specialize in treating eating disorders, approximately half of my clients come to me with different concerns. I have extensive experience with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues.
I am an acceptance and mindfulness therapist, specializing in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (for which I received training from Behavioural Tech, one of the few institutes recognized for this highly specialized form of intervention), but also use elements of Cognitive-Behavioural, Schema, and attachment-based therapies.
I am a DBT-trained, bilingual (French and English) registered psychotherapist who has been offering individual and group therapy and psychoeducational services since 2004 to a variety of populations in a wide range of settings. My areas of expertise include anxiety disorders, borderline personality disorder, as well as interpersonal difficulties, and all problems related to emotional regulation.
I am an acceptance and mindfulness therapist, specializing in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (for which I received training from Behavioural Tech, one of the few institutes recognized for this highly specialized form of intervention), but also use elements of Cognitive-Behavioural, Schema, and attachment-based therapies.
I am a DBT-trained, bilingual (French and English) registered psychotherapist who has been offering individual and group therapy and psychoeducational services since 2004 to a variety of populations in a wide range of settings. My areas of expertise include anxiety disorders, borderline personality disorder, as well as interpersonal difficulties, and all problems related to emotional regulation.
Drawing from approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), and Mindfulness based interventions, I aim to help clients explore what lies beneath anxiety or exhaustion and reconnect with who they truly want to be.
Sometimes the ways we’ve learned to cope with life’s challenges, through achievement, perfectionism, or emotional avoidance, can quietly pull us away from the authentic, connected life we truly want. We all share a basic human need to belong; to be understood by others and feel at ease within ourselves. Yet feelings like anxiety and self-doubt can leave us feeling disconnected, or wondering why we feel like we're falling short despite doing so much. I understand how exhausting it can be to appear confident and composed on the outside while struggling on the inside. Therapy is a space where you don’t have to hold it all together.
Drawing from approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), and Mindfulness based interventions, I aim to help clients explore what lies beneath anxiety or exhaustion and reconnect with who they truly want to be.
Sometimes the ways we’ve learned to cope with life’s challenges, through achievement, perfectionism, or emotional avoidance, can quietly pull us away from the authentic, connected life we truly want. We all share a basic human need to belong; to be understood by others and feel at ease within ourselves. Yet feelings like anxiety and self-doubt can leave us feeling disconnected, or wondering why we feel like we're falling short despite doing so much. I understand how exhausting it can be to appear confident and composed on the outside while struggling on the inside. Therapy is a space where you don’t have to hold it all together.
Familiar with complementary healing; mindfulness, inner-child, ego-states, positive psychology, visualization & meditation.
Helping Individuals and Couples. People transcend relationship obstacles to live more joyfully and truer to themselves. Heal Narcissistic Abuse, Reduce Anxiety and Stress; Relieve Depression and Anger; Neutralize Workplace Issues; Release Addictions. Get Organized - ADHD Coaching. Civil Servants, Military, Veterans - Blue Cross Medavie, NIHB and Indigenous
Familiar with complementary healing; mindfulness, inner-child, ego-states, positive psychology, visualization & meditation.
Helping Individuals and Couples. People transcend relationship obstacles to live more joyfully and truer to themselves. Heal Narcissistic Abuse, Reduce Anxiety and Stress; Relieve Depression and Anger; Neutralize Workplace Issues; Release Addictions. Get Organized - ADHD Coaching. Civil Servants, Military, Veterans - Blue Cross Medavie, NIHB and Indigenous
As a committed lifetime-learner with diverse experiences to support humanitarian causes, Echo works with clients facing stress, life transition and mental health challenges by applying Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), she integrates CBT with mindfulness, thought stopping, cognitive restructuring techniques to help clients achieve their goals.
Embark on a journey to mental well-being with personalized counseling designed just for you. Fluent in Mandarin and Cantonese, I offer a supportive space crafted for individuals in the vibrant Asian-Canadian community. Drawing on over three decades of expertise across diverse industries and countries, I provide seasoned guidance for navigating life's challenges. Driven by genuine passion and enthusiasm for your well-being, I invite you to experience transformative, culturally sensitive psychotherapy. Take the first step towards holistic healing and self-discovery—schedule your session today. Your path to well-being begins here.
As a committed lifetime-learner with diverse experiences to support humanitarian causes, Echo works with clients facing stress, life transition and mental health challenges by applying Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), she integrates CBT with mindfulness, thought stopping, cognitive restructuring techniques to help clients achieve their goals.
Embark on a journey to mental well-being with personalized counseling designed just for you. Fluent in Mandarin and Cantonese, I offer a supportive space crafted for individuals in the vibrant Asian-Canadian community. Drawing on over three decades of expertise across diverse industries and countries, I provide seasoned guidance for navigating life's challenges. Driven by genuine passion and enthusiasm for your well-being, I invite you to experience transformative, culturally sensitive psychotherapy. Take the first step towards holistic healing and self-discovery—schedule your session today. Your path to well-being begins here.
Mindfulness helped to change my life, and I'm here to show you how it can help you too.
Your mind is constantly telling you that you need to do more, but it's hard just to get out of bed in the morning. Chronic pain makes everyday tasks really hard. Everyone around you seems normal and you wonder how they have it all together. Maybe family and friends are supportive, but you worry about being a burden. Or maybe your life is good on paper and nobody sees your struggles, nobody sees your pain. As someone who has lived with chronic pain and anxiety, I know how hard life can get. I understand how isolating it can all be.
Mindfulness helped to change my life, and I'm here to show you how it can help you too.
Your mind is constantly telling you that you need to do more, but it's hard just to get out of bed in the morning. Chronic pain makes everyday tasks really hard. Everyone around you seems normal and you wonder how they have it all together. Maybe family and friends are supportive, but you worry about being a burden. Or maybe your life is good on paper and nobody sees your struggles, nobody sees your pain. As someone who has lived with chronic pain and anxiety, I know how hard life can get. I understand how isolating it can all be.
Integrative therapy for adult clients combining Humanistic, Mindfulness-Based, Person Centered, Solution-Focused and Cognitive-Behavioral approaches ( CBT).
Special interest in supporting clients struggling with stress, anxiety and burnout, depression, grief, body image, racial & cultural identity, challenging life transitions, and job-related stresses. Personalized and evidence-based treatment in a safe and warm environment (both online and in-person). English, Bengali, Hindi, and Urdu communications.
Integrative therapy for adult clients combining Humanistic, Mindfulness-Based, Person Centered, Solution-Focused and Cognitive-Behavioral approaches ( CBT).
Special interest in supporting clients struggling with stress, anxiety and burnout, depression, grief, body image, racial & cultural identity, challenging life transitions, and job-related stresses. Personalized and evidence-based treatment in a safe and warm environment (both online and in-person). English, Bengali, Hindi, and Urdu communications.
I use Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Feminist Therapy, Mindfulness, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), and Internal Family Systems (Level 2 trained).
I am a Registered Psychotherapist offering psychotherapy and counselling services in private practice for individuals (18 and older) in the Ottawa region. I support individuals in the following areas of trauma, anxiety, stress management, grief and loss, low mood and depression, assertiveness training, relationship difficulties, challenging life transitions, and acculturation and immigration concerns. I also provide supervision to therapists who are registered, or working towards registration, with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.
I use Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Feminist Therapy, Mindfulness, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), and Internal Family Systems (Level 2 trained).
I am a Registered Psychotherapist offering psychotherapy and counselling services in private practice for individuals (18 and older) in the Ottawa region. I support individuals in the following areas of trauma, anxiety, stress management, grief and loss, low mood and depression, assertiveness training, relationship difficulties, challenging life transitions, and acculturation and immigration concerns. I also provide supervision to therapists who are registered, or working towards registration, with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.
I work with Mindfulness, CBT, ACT and Narrative approaches, tailoring to each individual's needs and experiences.
Are you feeling stuck in your life and not sure what steps to take? Do you ever feel overwhelmed and anxious by every day issues? Feeling like you have no where to turn to deal with your challenges? Working together I can support you in finding the right path for you, step by step. In a comfortable, non judgmental environment, we will find the solutions that are meaningful to your life, and help you get where you want to be. I believe that even the smallest changes can have a great impact on mental health and quality of life.
I work with Mindfulness, CBT, ACT and Narrative approaches, tailoring to each individual's needs and experiences.
Are you feeling stuck in your life and not sure what steps to take? Do you ever feel overwhelmed and anxious by every day issues? Feeling like you have no where to turn to deal with your challenges? Working together I can support you in finding the right path for you, step by step. In a comfortable, non judgmental environment, we will find the solutions that are meaningful to your life, and help you get where you want to be. I believe that even the smallest changes can have a great impact on mental health and quality of life.
Using CBT, EMDR, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness and Hypnotherapy, I tailor my methods to your needs.
Are past memories holding you back from living your best life or connecting with others? Do you feel overwhelmed just trying to get through the day or wonder if life could be better? You’re not alone. Many people feel uncertain about how to move forward after difficult experiences. I believe that everyone who has struggled deserves the opportunity to heal and grow. Together, we can create a path toward meaningful change and a better future. If you're ready to start this journey, I’m here to help you take the first step.
Using CBT, EMDR, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness and Hypnotherapy, I tailor my methods to your needs.
Are past memories holding you back from living your best life or connecting with others? Do you feel overwhelmed just trying to get through the day or wonder if life could be better? You’re not alone. Many people feel uncertain about how to move forward after difficult experiences. I believe that everyone who has struggled deserves the opportunity to heal and grow. Together, we can create a path toward meaningful change and a better future. If you're ready to start this journey, I’m here to help you take the first step.
Using somatic practices, mindfulness, attachment-based methods, and dialectical behaviour therapy.
In today’s fast-paced and demanding world, many people find themselves grappling with heightened levels of anxiety, overwhelm, and stress in their relationships, careers, and overall life. Navigating life's challenges can feel overwhelming, and it is natural to struggle with your thoughts and emotions. As the pressures of modern living intensify, feeling strained and uncertain about how to manage and find balance is a common experience.
Using somatic practices, mindfulness, attachment-based methods, and dialectical behaviour therapy.
In today’s fast-paced and demanding world, many people find themselves grappling with heightened levels of anxiety, overwhelm, and stress in their relationships, careers, and overall life. Navigating life's challenges can feel overwhelming, and it is natural to struggle with your thoughts and emotions. As the pressures of modern living intensify, feeling strained and uncertain about how to manage and find balance is a common experience.
I utilize mindfulness, CBT, DBT, narrative, and solution-focused therapy techniques.
As a therapist, I believe in the importance of the rapport we can create within the therapeutic space. I value and admire our unique strengths and want to utilize this in our therapeutic journey together. Through prioritizing compassion, individual values and identities I strive to support each client from a personalized point of view.
I utilize mindfulness, CBT, DBT, narrative, and solution-focused therapy techniques.
As a therapist, I believe in the importance of the rapport we can create within the therapeutic space. I value and admire our unique strengths and want to utilize this in our therapeutic journey together. Through prioritizing compassion, individual values and identities I strive to support each client from a personalized point of view.
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How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.
When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behaviour through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviours and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.
Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioural habits.