Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Ottawa, ON
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Dr. Jessica Kurta
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about helping children, adolescents and adults be the best they can be. I offer evidenced-based therapy to help you achieve your goals and lead a more fulfilling life. I have experience working with a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety, ADHD, mood difficulties/depression,
OCD
/intrusive thoughts, childhood trauma, relationship challenges, behavioral/oppositional challenges, and difficulty adjusting to life transitions. I also offer parenting coaching/consultation, and psychoeducational and mental health assessments (e.g., ADHD, anxiety,
OCD
etc.) for children and youth.
Dr. Brian Gunther
Psychologist, PhD, C Psyc
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with adults experiencing symptoms of
OCD
, anxiety, and ADHD, but also work with individuals to address a broad range of difficulties.
My personal therapy style is structured, goal-oriented, solution-focused, collaborative, flexible, empathetic, and patient. I will work closely with you to develop a treatment plan tailored to your needs and strive to create an environment where you can discuss difficult topics while feeling safe, understood, and cared for. By establishing a non-judgmental, person-focused atmosphere, one that is based on a concrete and flexible treatment plan, my primary goal is to help you develop insight and create lasting, meaningful change in your life.
Tiffany Patterson
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, CCC
Verified
Verified
As a trained psychotherapist, my experiences include working one-on-one with people dealing with depression, anxiety, personal concerns, relationship issues, grief and loss, trauma, low self-esteem, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessional-compulsive disorder (
OCD
), guilt and shame, and issues around spirituality.
My treatment approach guides people through a self-examination into how they experience themselves, their relationships and their world. Symptoms are relieved through increased personal insight and finding new ways of perceiving old situations, allowing for the development of healthier behaviours. I view the therapist-client relationship as truly unique - one that can help, in a lasting way, to heal and steer personal relationships.
Lesley-Ann Sparkes
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Areas of greatest experience include
obsessive
compulsive disorder (including purely obsessional), generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, health-related anxiety, depression, panic disorder, pre and postpartum mental health challenges (including tokophobia), and agoraphobia.
In clinical practice, I utilize a biopsychosocial approach that considers a client’s past, worldview, and perception of self. This allows for the holistic assessment of presenting issues, as well as individual client needs. My preferred therapeutic orientations to work with are cognitive behavioural therapy, exposure and response prevention, emotionally focused therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy.
Shannon Byrne
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I am an Ottawa-based Registered Psychotherapist (RP) providing services throughout Ontario over a video therapy platform. I provide individual psychotherapy to adolescent and adult clients dealing with issues such as anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, sleep difficulties, and life transitions, as well as diagnosed conditions such as
obsessive
compulsive disorder (
OCD
), major depressive disorder, phobias, panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and social anxiety disorder.
Kate Caldwell
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My specialization is in tailoring exposure and response prevention (ERP) for clients who are experiencing symptoms of
obsessive
-compulsive disorder (
OCD
) such as intrusive thoughts and images, avoidance, and compulsive/safety-seeking behaviours.
My current focus is on integrating conventional psychotherapy and evidence-based psychedelic approaches, notably Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). I have received training in psychedelic-assisted-therapies from the University of Ottawa and am a practitioner and guardian in the Santo Daime Ayahuasca tradition. In 2020-2021, I coordinated the steering committee for “Entheogens & Psychedelics in Canada: proposal for a new paradigm” (Rochester et al., 2022) which made recommendations for ethical psychedelic assisted therapies in Canada.
Heather Schultz Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
Verified
Schultz enjoys working with individuals with a wide range of presenting concerns, including anxiety disorders,
obsessive
compulsive disorder, body repetitive behaviours (hairpulling &skin-picking), depression, emotion dysregulation and anger management, low self-worth/self-esteem, grief/loss, mild alcohol/substance use, and trauma-related disorders.
Current Accepting Clients for Assessments (e.g., ADHD, Psychoeducational, Psychodiagnostic) - Dr. Heather Schultz received her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Toledo in 2020. She completed her residency at The Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre, and recently completed her supervised practice year providing psychological services in a private practice clinic in the Ottawa area. She has received training in a variety of clinical settings including hospitals, community mental health centres, forensic sites, and private practice.
Levi Riven
Psychologist, PhD, C Psyc
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My practice is centred on the assessment and treatment of
OCD
, PTSD, fear and anxiety disorders, depression, and ADHD.
We all confront difficult challenges in life. We all go through times when our deepest fears and insecurities surface and wield control over our thoughts and actions, while our strengths and values fade out of focus and out of reach. We may be flooded with unwanted and worrisome thoughts; experience intense negative emotions; feel lonely and isolated from others, become increasingly unmotivated and unproductive; and develop difficulties sleeping, concentrating, and finding fulfillment in life. If you are going through a period of suffering, this is part of what makes you human.
Ryan Salter Online Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified
Verified
These brains of ours don't come with instruction manuals - figuring out how to navigate life is tough enough, but can sometimes seem impossible when we experience mental health difficulties. I specialize in working with people with anxiety,
OCD
, and BPD. Therapy can be a strange process, I try to make it simple and straightforward. We get to know each other, and figure out if we’re a good fit. We get a clear picture of what the problems are, and what’s going wrong (and what’s going right) in your life.
Jenna Caron
Psychologist
Verified
Verified
Specialties include Trauma, anxiety,
OCD
, depression, self-esteem, stress and more!.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or just feeling unlike yourself? Are you struggling to separate yourself from past events/situations and finding yourself reliving similar thoughts and emotions? Do you struggle with constant repetitive thoughts and/or behaviours to reduce the uncomfortable thoughts? Is your child/teen struggling? If you said yes to the above, finding help can be challenging and tiresome. You may want to free yourself from the past to live your current life more fully. Whatever this life holds for you, I am are here to guide and support you.
Laura Nicholson
Psychologist, LSP, C Psych
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
In my practice you will find respect, care and authenticity. I love working with people with
OCD
, trauma and other anxiety disorders and witnessing them achieve a new perspective and freedom.
Waitlist for new clients
Laura Cuttini
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
Verified
I use cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and mindfulness to treat
OCD
, depression, and anxiety disorders including generalized anxiety, panic, phobias, and social anxiety.
If you find that you struggle with worry, anxiety, low mood, perfectionism, or obsessions and compulsions, we can work together to help ease some of these painful experiences, improve coping, and help you create a more fulfilling life. I work with adults and older adolescent clients, providing them with a warm, empathic, nonjudgmental space so that they can work to understand their experiences, learn and practice new skills, improve symptoms, cope with stressors, and nurture what is important in their lives.
Michel Thibodeau
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
Verified
Dr. Michel (Mike) Thibodeau is a clinical psychologist and member of the College of Psychologists of Ontario. His practice focuses on the assessment and treatment of adults with
obsessive
-compulsive disorder and anxiety-related disorders. He is committed to delivering efficient evidence-based treatment using cognitive behavioural therapy and exposure and response prevention guided by current research on best practices. His pragmatic skills-based approach is paired with a collaborative therapeutic style to empower his clients to make lasting changes.
Angela Jean Jones
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My focus is on treating
Obsessive
Compulsive Disorder (
OCD
), related Anxiety Disorders, and Depression.
Accepting New Clients. I am so glad you are here and putting forth your needs first or maybe you are here because your friend or family member needs support or you are just tired of feeling this ‘Numb’ feeling and you want some answers as to “Why are you feeling this way? “Why don’t you feel happy or sad anymore?” or asking yourself “Why am I like this?”, What is wrong with me? If I have made you question yourself right now then you are in the right place with the right person. As your therapist, I will help you explore all these feelings and collaboratively work through your life stressors for your Mindful Comeback.
Noah Tile
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
In addition to anxiety and depression, my specialty areas of focus are: 1.
OCD
(with its subtypes) and intrusive thoughts. Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is a core part of the work. 2. ADHD and executive function skills building, such as time management, focus, impulse control, emotion regulation and organization.
Grounded Minds Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Have you been feeling stressed and anxious? Are you getting stuck in thought loops, worrying about things you can't control or things that you can't change? You probably try your best not to worry... but that just doesn't work. At Grounded Minds, we specialize in supporting adults and teens with anxiety,
OCD
and PTSD. People often come to us looking for ways to manage distressing emotions like anxiety, fear, or doubt. We can work together to help you feel calmer and more grounded.
Erin Hamilton
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Disconnect and unease can manifest in many forms, including anxiety, depression, chronic pain,
OCD
, BPD, and addiction and often has roots in attachment wounds and relational trauma.
Are you haunted by the past, feeling unsafe in the present, or fearful of the future? Are you feeling disconnected from Self and others? I invite you, with open arms and an open heart, to come home to YOU, right here, right now. From this foundation of embodiment, self-knowing, and presence, I'll help you reconnect with the richness of life and foster meaningful relationships, on your terms.
Thrive Cognitive Therapy (Dr. Thomas Newman)
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Treatment concerns include:
OCD
, Phobias, Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety, GAD, Depression, Anger Management, Stress, Low Self Esteem, Emotion Regulation, Grief, Performance Issues etc.
Life doesn’t have to be filled with anxiety and depression. Life is good! There is hope and we know it. The priority of Thrive is that you will leave therapy feeling motivated and empowered to pursue a life filled with meaning and growth. Dr. Newman is a Clinical Psychologist who helps adolescents and adults achieve positive mental health and growth in all domains of life. At Thrive, you will experience an accepting environment that fosters lasting and impactful changes. Dr. Newman is dedicated to pursuing excellence in providing the most up-to-date, evidenced based therapies in a way that is straightforward and real.
Soteldo Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, ABA, CCC, PMP
Verified
Verified
Soteldo Psychotherapy (Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Clinic). My name is Raquel Soteldo. Registered Psychotherapist, MA, Certified Canadian Counselor, ABA, PMP I specialize in Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, Undiagnosed ADHD, Domestic Violence,
OCD
and High Anxiety, Sexual Discomfort and Sex therapy, Sociopathic Relationships, Sexual Trauma, and Child Psychology. I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Self-Positive Psychology, Psychoanalysis, Applied Behavioural Analysis, Mindfulness/Spirituality, BioPsychoSocial, Attachment-based, and Solutions-Focused Therapy. EXPERIENCE PEACE, JOY AND FREE YOURSELF FROM THE PAIN AND TORTURE TODAY!
Westboro Psychology
Psychologist, MSc
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I supervise a skilled team of therapists who provide integrative and compassionate therapy services to adolescents and adults for stress, worry, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting challenges, sadness, depression,
obsessive
compulsive disorder, perfectionism, difficult life transitions and other emotional problems that interfere with day to day functioning. We offer comprehensive assessments to children and adults for attention and/or learning style differences like Gifted Abilities, ADHD, reading difficulties (Dyslexia), writing difficulties and mathematics difficulties and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counsellors
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder in which people have unwanted and repeated thoughts, feelings, ideas, sensations (obsessions), or behaviours that make them feel driven to do something (compulsions). It affects children, kids, teens and adults. Often the person carries out the behaviours to get rid of the obsessive thoughts, but this only provides temporary relief. Not performing the obsessive rituals can cause great anxiety. A person's level of OCD can be anywhere from mild to severe, but if severe and left untreated, it can destroy a person's capacity to function at work, at school or even to lead a comfortable existence in the home.