Parenting Therapists in Ottawa, ON
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.
Maps to Healing 's practitioners are informed by different therapeutic modalities that will aid with self-exploration, aiding in understanding patterns, exploring your emotions, and challenging behaviours that might not be working for you, in order to facilitate reaching your goals and needs.
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.
Maps to Healing 's practitioners are informed by different therapeutic modalities that will aid with self-exploration, aiding in understanding patterns, exploring your emotions, and challenging behaviours that might not be working for you, in order to facilitate reaching your goals and needs.
Balancing the demands of daily life while navigating parenting your neurodivergent child is draining.
I specialize in helping parents and neurodivergent children navigate the complex challenges they face. We’ll focus on creating practical, actionable strategies that make a difference in your day-to-day life. Whether you’re managing behavioural challenges, big emotions, or feeling unheard, we’ll work together to build resilience in your family.
Balancing the demands of daily life while navigating parenting your neurodivergent child is draining.
I specialize in helping parents and neurodivergent children navigate the complex challenges they face. We’ll focus on creating practical, actionable strategies that make a difference in your day-to-day life. Whether you’re managing behavioural challenges, big emotions, or feeling unheard, we’ll work together to build resilience in your family.
Parents I work with are often looking to strengthen their relationship with their child or teen, wanting to better support their children when they have strong or overwhelming emotions, or, feel overwhelmed with parenting at times.
I specialize in working with the parents of children and teens who are "supefeelers", or who may experience emotions more intensely than others. If it feels like you've tried it all and conventional parenting strategies (or even what worked with other children you've parented!) either don't work or makes things worse, then I can help.
Parents I work with are often looking to strengthen their relationship with their child or teen, wanting to better support their children when they have strong or overwhelming emotions, or, feel overwhelmed with parenting at times.
I specialize in working with the parents of children and teens who are "supefeelers", or who may experience emotions more intensely than others. If it feels like you've tried it all and conventional parenting strategies (or even what worked with other children you've parented!) either don't work or makes things worse, then I can help.
I aim to guide you to increased self-confidence as a parent, increased compassion for yourself, and the knowledge that you are not alone.
Do you struggle with low mood, anxiety, anger, or the loss of your sense of self that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, and ability to function? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or discouraged by parenthood, pregnancy, or infertility? Do you wonder if you will ever feel like yourself again? Now more than ever, parents and those hoping to become parents are feeling isolated, anxious, and lost trying to balance parenthood, relationships, work, and self-care. I believe that we can (re)find ourselves, and find connection, joy, and peace in parenthood.
I aim to guide you to increased self-confidence as a parent, increased compassion for yourself, and the knowledge that you are not alone.
Do you struggle with low mood, anxiety, anger, or the loss of your sense of self that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, and ability to function? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or discouraged by parenthood, pregnancy, or infertility? Do you wonder if you will ever feel like yourself again? Now more than ever, parents and those hoping to become parents are feeling isolated, anxious, and lost trying to balance parenthood, relationships, work, and self-care. I believe that we can (re)find ourselves, and find connection, joy, and peace in parenthood.
Couples 'n' Individuals Kathryn George
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, RP, MACP
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K4M
Kathryn specializes in anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, New/Early parenthood, Relationship struggles, parenting issues, postpartum challenges, emotional disconnection.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the weight of relationship challenges, anxiety, grief, or that nagging sense of being stuck? Perhaps you’re unsure of how to move forward or feel like you’re carrying these struggles alone. If this resonates with you, I want you to know one thing: you don’t have to face it all by yourself.
Kathryn specializes in anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, New/Early parenthood, Relationship struggles, parenting issues, postpartum challenges, emotional disconnection.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the weight of relationship challenges, anxiety, grief, or that nagging sense of being stuck? Perhaps you’re unsure of how to move forward or feel like you’re carrying these struggles alone. If this resonates with you, I want you to know one thing: you don’t have to face it all by yourself.
Allison Grey Counselling and Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, BA, CYW
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2M
I specialize in ADHD, adoption, anxiety, attachment, depression, emotional regulation, parenting and trauma with children, youth and families.
I began my journey working with children and youth over 20 years ago in the field of Child and Youth work. My experience and passion are in helping people build and strengthen healthy attachments and connections not only with others, but with themselves. I believe that connection within the therapeutic relationship is so important and I will work with you in order to create safety as you trust me to support you in this part of your journey. I will focus on your story in a respectful and non-judgmental way so that together we can create the foundation for what you need in order to heal, grow and change in the ways you want.
I specialize in ADHD, adoption, anxiety, attachment, depression, emotional regulation, parenting and trauma with children, youth and families.
I began my journey working with children and youth over 20 years ago in the field of Child and Youth work. My experience and passion are in helping people build and strengthen healthy attachments and connections not only with others, but with themselves. I believe that connection within the therapeutic relationship is so important and I will work with you in order to create safety as you trust me to support you in this part of your journey. I will focus on your story in a respectful and non-judgmental way so that together we can create the foundation for what you need in order to heal, grow and change in the ways you want.
com for additional details of the services I offer, including Parenting Plan Evaluations and Reunification Counselling at $185/hr + HST.
If you are going through a separation or divorce, you are probably concerned about the effect on your children. This can be a difficult time for them. Children’s emotions may go through stages and change. Your child may feel sad, confused, angry, guilty or worried about what will happen to them. How you handle the changes will be important for your child’s well-being. This is where I can help. I have over 27 years of experience working with children and families with a particular focus at this point in my career, on separation and divorce and the resulting impact on the family unit.
com for additional details of the services I offer, including Parenting Plan Evaluations and Reunification Counselling at $185/hr + HST.
If you are going through a separation or divorce, you are probably concerned about the effect on your children. This can be a difficult time for them. Children’s emotions may go through stages and change. Your child may feel sad, confused, angry, guilty or worried about what will happen to them. How you handle the changes will be important for your child’s well-being. This is where I can help. I have over 27 years of experience working with children and families with a particular focus at this point in my career, on separation and divorce and the resulting impact on the family unit.
My goal is to support you so you can find empowerment and joy within sexuality, pregnancy, birth and parenting.
Wherever you are on the reproductive journey, it is my honour to support you with dignity, kindness, and compassion. I am a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive and feminist therapist. I use spirituality, trauma-focused somatic experiencing, and hypnotherapy in our sessions, depending on what YOU prefer and what benefits you most.
My goal is to support you so you can find empowerment and joy within sexuality, pregnancy, birth and parenting.
Wherever you are on the reproductive journey, it is my honour to support you with dignity, kindness, and compassion. I am a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive and feminist therapist. I use spirituality, trauma-focused somatic experiencing, and hypnotherapy in our sessions, depending on what YOU prefer and what benefits you most.
I have a strong interest in maternal health and parenting, understanding infant sleep, your toddler's behaviour and parenting your children into their young adult years.
I use a variety of therapeutic interventions to help you gain skills to regulate your emotions, tolerate distress, learn boundaries and assertive communication, and heal from the traumatic moments that have kept you stuck.
I have a neurodiverse inclusive practice as a parent of ND young adults and as a late-diagnosed adult.
I have a strong interest in maternal health and parenting, understanding infant sleep, your toddler's behaviour and parenting your children into their young adult years.
I use a variety of therapeutic interventions to help you gain skills to regulate your emotions, tolerate distress, learn boundaries and assertive communication, and heal from the traumatic moments that have kept you stuck.
I have a neurodiverse inclusive practice as a parent of ND young adults and as a late-diagnosed adult.
I specialize in adult ADHD and parenting support.
Together we will start by establishing an honest and safe therapeutic alliance. Using an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy approach we will develop skills to be present, open up and do what matters. All while, using an ADHD lens to build the scaffolding needed to show up in a neurotypical world.
I specialize in adult ADHD and parenting support.
Together we will start by establishing an honest and safe therapeutic alliance. Using an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy approach we will develop skills to be present, open up and do what matters. All while, using an ADHD lens to build the scaffolding needed to show up in a neurotypical world.
As a therapist and family court support worker, she specializes in navigating parent conflict, challenging co- parenting dynamics, children’s emotional or behavioural challenges, separation planning, and the family court process.
Amber has training in children resisting post-separation contact; play therapy; attachment-centered interventions to treat trauma, emotional dysregulation, and behavioral challenges; foundations of nonviolent communication; family mediation; and family law for women’s advocates.
As a therapist and family court support worker, she specializes in navigating parent conflict, challenging co- parenting dynamics, children’s emotional or behavioural challenges, separation planning, and the family court process.
Amber has training in children resisting post-separation contact; play therapy; attachment-centered interventions to treat trauma, emotional dysregulation, and behavioral challenges; foundations of nonviolent communication; family mediation; and family law for women’s advocates.
Meet Our Parenting Counsellors
With over 28 years of experience supporting individuals and families in both private and public health settings, I specialize in mental health, family connections, parenting, life transitions and work-life balance.
I offer counselling services for individuals (15+), parents, and families facing a range of issues, such as anxiety, self, esteem, depression, ADHD, ASD, parental stress, behavioural challenges, strained or ruptures relationships, family dynamics, grief, burnout, interpersonal skills, and life transitions.
With over 28 years of experience supporting individuals and families in both private and public health settings, I specialize in mental health, family connections, parenting, life transitions and work-life balance.
I offer counselling services for individuals (15+), parents, and families facing a range of issues, such as anxiety, self, esteem, depression, ADHD, ASD, parental stress, behavioural challenges, strained or ruptures relationships, family dynamics, grief, burnout, interpersonal skills, and life transitions.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed about parenting, work, illness, or the constant "busyness" of life?
I have experience in Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS), CBT, Polyvagal Theory (SSP Protocol Facilitator), Flash, EMDR (1 and 2.0), Internal Family Systems, Trauma and Anxiety, Sex Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Interventions (Qualified MBSR teacher, MiCBT). I am also currently completing my ADHD certification. My fee is $165/hour for video sessions.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed about parenting, work, illness, or the constant "busyness" of life?
I have experience in Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS), CBT, Polyvagal Theory (SSP Protocol Facilitator), Flash, EMDR (1 and 2.0), Internal Family Systems, Trauma and Anxiety, Sex Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Interventions (Qualified MBSR teacher, MiCBT). I am also currently completing my ADHD certification. My fee is $165/hour for video sessions.
I firmly believe every child and parent has an inherent desire to do well, and when they aren't, they just need a little help getting there.
Recognizing that we are all unique, I draw on various approaches to best meet your specific needs and goals. My practice specializations include working with children and youth who struggle with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self-esteem, and emotion regulation issues.
I firmly believe every child and parent has an inherent desire to do well, and when they aren't, they just need a little help getting there.
Recognizing that we are all unique, I draw on various approaches to best meet your specific needs and goals. My practice specializations include working with children and youth who struggle with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self-esteem, and emotion regulation issues.
Anastasia Marie Machan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, BA, RECE
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2E
I know the struggle of trying to positively parent in a world that doesn't always celebrate children and adolescents who operate outside of the box.
I specialize in working with children, youth, and adults who would benefit from a space that understands neurodiversity and is accepting of multiple identities. Our space is home-like and offers safety for families who are looking for holistic care.
I know the struggle of trying to positively parent in a world that doesn't always celebrate children and adolescents who operate outside of the box.
I specialize in working with children, youth, and adults who would benefit from a space that understands neurodiversity and is accepting of multiple identities. Our space is home-like and offers safety for families who are looking for holistic care.
Our 6-week DBT-Informed Parent & Caregiver Skills Group focuses on teaching parents concrete strategies to support their children in managing their emotions while strengthening connection and attachment.
Participants will learn skills informed by Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). The group facilitators promote a welcoming, inclusive environment and will teach skills through verbal instruction, video presentations and group discussions.
Our 6-week DBT-Informed Parent & Caregiver Skills Group focuses on teaching parents concrete strategies to support their children in managing their emotions while strengthening connection and attachment.
Participants will learn skills informed by Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). The group facilitators promote a welcoming, inclusive environment and will teach skills through verbal instruction, video presentations and group discussions.
After giving to others – whether as a parent, friend, or partner – you may find there’s little energy left to take care of you.
I specialise in working with folks who are neurodivergent i.e. ADHD/autistic including PDA, queer and/or trans (2SLGBTQ+), and caregivers for neurodivergent and medically complex kids. I bring over 12 years of community-building work with 2SLGBTQ+ populations and my lived experience as a queer, ADHD mother to my practice.
After giving to others – whether as a parent, friend, or partner – you may find there’s little energy left to take care of you.
I specialise in working with folks who are neurodivergent i.e. ADHD/autistic including PDA, queer and/or trans (2SLGBTQ+), and caregivers for neurodivergent and medically complex kids. I bring over 12 years of community-building work with 2SLGBTQ+ populations and my lived experience as a queer, ADHD mother to my practice.
My practice also specializes in parenting, pre-natal & postpartum support and helping navigate difficult life challenges and transitions.
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, and offer both couple and Family Therapy. My approach integrates CBT, ACT, Narrative and Mindfulness based therapies through a client-centred, trauma-informed and intersectional lens.
My practice also specializes in parenting, pre-natal & postpartum support and helping navigate difficult life challenges and transitions.
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, and offer both couple and Family Therapy. My approach integrates CBT, ACT, Narrative and Mindfulness based therapies through a client-centred, trauma-informed and intersectional lens.
I specialize in perinatal mental health, couples counselling, and parenting issues.
Hello, I'm Ro! I'm a Master of Counselling Psychology student at Yorkville University. I am available in Ottawa and Kingston for both in-person and virtual sessions. I work with trauma-informed and attachment-based therapies to support individuals, couples, and parents navigating life transitions, identity exploration, relational struggles, and healing from past wounds. I bring lived experience, cultural sensitivity, and over a decade of work in caregiving to our sessions. Whether you're overwhelmed, stuck, or seeking clarity, we'll work together at your pace. You are not alone, and healing is possible.
I specialize in perinatal mental health, couples counselling, and parenting issues.
Hello, I'm Ro! I'm a Master of Counselling Psychology student at Yorkville University. I am available in Ottawa and Kingston for both in-person and virtual sessions. I work with trauma-informed and attachment-based therapies to support individuals, couples, and parents navigating life transitions, identity exploration, relational struggles, and healing from past wounds. I bring lived experience, cultural sensitivity, and over a decade of work in caregiving to our sessions. Whether you're overwhelmed, stuck, or seeking clarity, we'll work together at your pace. You are not alone, and healing is possible.
My life experiences and role as a parent have also helped me become the clinician I am today.
I have extensive training in areas such as anxiety, depression, attachment issues, foster care, adoption, trauma, including treatment of child sexual abuse, sexualized behaviours, bullying issues, grief and loss, separation, divorce issues, and LGBTQ2s+. I work from a trauma informed, attachment perspective and use CBT, ACT, Brainspotting, DDP, Theraplay.
My life experiences and role as a parent have also helped me become the clinician I am today.
I have extensive training in areas such as anxiety, depression, attachment issues, foster care, adoption, trauma, including treatment of child sexual abuse, sexualized behaviours, bullying issues, grief and loss, separation, divorce issues, and LGBTQ2s+. I work from a trauma informed, attachment perspective and use CBT, ACT, Brainspotting, DDP, Theraplay.
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What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.