Sleep or Insomnia Therapists in Ottawa, ON
I work with individuals presenting with anxiety, depression, insomnia, stress, panic attacks, and difficulties adjusting to chronic health issues.
I hope my experience, sense of humour, authenticity, and commitment help create a strong therapeutic alliance and collaboration with my clients. My goal is always to ensure that every client feels safe and supported as they move towards what matters to them in life. To do so, I integrate strategies from evidence-based modalities, such as CBT, EFT, and ACT.
I work with individuals presenting with anxiety, depression, insomnia, stress, panic attacks, and difficulties adjusting to chronic health issues.
I hope my experience, sense of humour, authenticity, and commitment help create a strong therapeutic alliance and collaboration with my clients. My goal is always to ensure that every client feels safe and supported as they move towards what matters to them in life. To do so, I integrate strategies from evidence-based modalities, such as CBT, EFT, and ACT.
I provide bilingual (French/English) psychological services to adults and older adults who are experiencing a variety of challenges including: sleep disorders, chronic insomnia, anxiety, depression, traumatic stress-related issues & PTSD, grief & significant losses, life transitions as well as adjusting to living with major life changes (including injury and illness).
I am collaborative in my approach with clients and create a structured process in which we explore ways of thinking, behaviors, and feelings in a non-judgemental atmosphere. I also help clients identify patterns of behaviors and ways of thinking that may have been helpful at one point in time but that may not be useful anymore. Depending on the nature of the presenting issues, I also favor prioritizing the use of interventions or treatments that are informed by the scientific literature in psychology.
I provide bilingual (French/English) psychological services to adults and older adults who are experiencing a variety of challenges including: sleep disorders, chronic insomnia, anxiety, depression, traumatic stress-related issues & PTSD, grief & significant losses, life transitions as well as adjusting to living with major life changes (including injury and illness).
I am collaborative in my approach with clients and create a structured process in which we explore ways of thinking, behaviors, and feelings in a non-judgemental atmosphere. I also help clients identify patterns of behaviors and ways of thinking that may have been helpful at one point in time but that may not be useful anymore. Depending on the nature of the presenting issues, I also favor prioritizing the use of interventions or treatments that are informed by the scientific literature in psychology.
We use a blend of approaches to achieve this goal, including neurofeedback, yoga therapy, somatic experiencing, sensory integration, lifestyle change, sleep therapy, EMDR.
Imagine feeling trapped in a whirlpool of anxiety, unable to pause and take a breath. Or envision a racing mind that won’t slow down enough to focus on the strategies that could help. Conventional therapies might have all the right answers, but the body refuses to cooperate. You know WHAT to do, but your body and brain won't listen! Whether it’s extreme anxiety, hypervigilance, or attention deficit problems, challenges often lie in a constant battle between the sympathetic (fight or flight) and parasympathetic (rest and digest) nervous systems that leave many people caught in an unproductive cycle.
We use a blend of approaches to achieve this goal, including neurofeedback, yoga therapy, somatic experiencing, sensory integration, lifestyle change, sleep therapy, EMDR.
Imagine feeling trapped in a whirlpool of anxiety, unable to pause and take a breath. Or envision a racing mind that won’t slow down enough to focus on the strategies that could help. Conventional therapies might have all the right answers, but the body refuses to cooperate. You know WHAT to do, but your body and brain won't listen! Whether it’s extreme anxiety, hypervigilance, or attention deficit problems, challenges often lie in a constant battle between the sympathetic (fight or flight) and parasympathetic (rest and digest) nervous systems that leave many people caught in an unproductive cycle.
Having your life disrupted by insomnia isn’t just physically exhausting.
Common solutions attempt to mask symptoms. Together we’ll take a different approach. We’ll work on reducing the hyperarousal (heightened alertness) that is blocking your sleep. As a certified sleep coach and former insomniac, I’m passionate about partnering with my clients to provide the education, support, and tools to make overcoming insomnia possible.
Having your life disrupted by insomnia isn’t just physically exhausting.
Common solutions attempt to mask symptoms. Together we’ll take a different approach. We’ll work on reducing the hyperarousal (heightened alertness) that is blocking your sleep. As a certified sleep coach and former insomniac, I’m passionate about partnering with my clients to provide the education, support, and tools to make overcoming insomnia possible.
Marloes Nienhuis
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MACP, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in helping clients to work through insomnia, ADHD and anxiety, including social, generalized and health anxieties as well as panic and agoraphobic disorders, each from a Cognitive Behavioural perspective.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO), a professional member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) as well as a therapist under supervision at CMAP Health. I completed a joint Bachelor of Honours in Psychology and Philosophy from Carleton University with a specialization in Neuroscience and Mental Health, as well as a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University.
I specialize in helping clients to work through insomnia, ADHD and anxiety, including social, generalized and health anxieties as well as panic and agoraphobic disorders, each from a Cognitive Behavioural perspective.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO), a professional member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) as well as a therapist under supervision at CMAP Health. I completed a joint Bachelor of Honours in Psychology and Philosophy from Carleton University with a specialization in Neuroscience and Mental Health, as well as a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University.
Does worry about sleep consume your thoughts?.
But no amount of reading or self-help strategies can replace the tailored support and practical tools that therapy can offer.
I provide therapy and coaching to guide you toward a better night's sleep and, ultimately, a better quality of life.
If you're ready to regain control of your sleep - and your life - let's explore how CBT-I can work for you.
Does worry about sleep consume your thoughts?.
But no amount of reading or self-help strategies can replace the tailored support and practical tools that therapy can offer.
I provide therapy and coaching to guide you toward a better night's sleep and, ultimately, a better quality of life.
If you're ready to regain control of your sleep - and your life - let's explore how CBT-I can work for you.
Lafleur offers bilingual psychological services (French and English) to adults and older adults struggling with various difficulties, including anxiety, mood disorders, sleep disorders, PTSD and C-PTSD, relationship difficulties, and adaptation to major life transitions.
Dr. Lafleur is also very interested in the field of health psychology and has experience with people dealing with health problems, illnesses and physical symptoms (eg acute or chronic pain / illness, physical disabilities, depression and anxiety secondary to the onset of the illness).
Lafleur offers bilingual psychological services (French and English) to adults and older adults struggling with various difficulties, including anxiety, mood disorders, sleep disorders, PTSD and C-PTSD, relationship difficulties, and adaptation to major life transitions.
Dr. Lafleur is also very interested in the field of health psychology and has experience with people dealing with health problems, illnesses and physical symptoms (eg acute or chronic pain / illness, physical disabilities, depression and anxiety secondary to the onset of the illness).
Reuben Howlett - Restful Healing Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, MAPSYC
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Online Only
I have robust expertise in treating concerns surrounding sleep/ insomnia.
I employ an eclectic approach pulling first from a person-centered, client & attachment-focused framework, then add in together modern, scientifically validated methods of care. I treat you first and foremost like a Person who has your own strength within you, so that you can learn how better to support yourself and come to a state of rest and inner peace.
I have robust expertise in treating concerns surrounding sleep/ insomnia.
I employ an eclectic approach pulling first from a person-centered, client & attachment-focused framework, then add in together modern, scientifically validated methods of care. I treat you first and foremost like a Person who has your own strength within you, so that you can learn how better to support yourself and come to a state of rest and inner peace.
I have dealt with many issues over the years, most common being trauma, anxiety, depression, sleep problems, stress, burnout , grief of all sorts, and relationship struggles with partners/spouses, family members, work colleagues, friends.
I'm Debbie Good and I'm a well seasoned therapist with 30+ years of experience helping people work through a wide variety of life issues. I believe we can all benefit from therapy as life often gives us struggles and experiences that we need to talk through with someone. I support my clients in working through their challenges in a caring, compassionate manner. In your sessions, you can expect to learn what is happening in your brain and why, and to find new, more helpful ways of relating to self and others. I have extensive experience working in a number of therapeutic modalities including CBT., DBT., EMDR., Attachment and ACT.
I have dealt with many issues over the years, most common being trauma, anxiety, depression, sleep problems, stress, burnout , grief of all sorts, and relationship struggles with partners/spouses, family members, work colleagues, friends.
I'm Debbie Good and I'm a well seasoned therapist with 30+ years of experience helping people work through a wide variety of life issues. I believe we can all benefit from therapy as life often gives us struggles and experiences that we need to talk through with someone. I support my clients in working through their challenges in a caring, compassionate manner. In your sessions, you can expect to learn what is happening in your brain and why, and to find new, more helpful ways of relating to self and others. I have extensive experience working in a number of therapeutic modalities including CBT., DBT., EMDR., Attachment and ACT.
Pathways Psychotherapy and Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
She specializes in working with anxiety, depression, stress management, anger management, insomnia, grief and loss and self-esteem concerns.
We offer psychotherapy and counselling services, utilizing treatment interventions to best meet your specific needs. Focused on providing services to youth and adults, we use evidence based models in our practice, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), CBT, and Mindfulness Based. These models have been proven effective in managing anxiety, depression, interpersonal difficulties, grief and loss as well as adjustment to significant life changes. We work with you to develop insight into presenting concerns as well as cultivate specific skills and tools to assist you in reaching your identified goals.
She specializes in working with anxiety, depression, stress management, anger management, insomnia, grief and loss and self-esteem concerns.
We offer psychotherapy and counselling services, utilizing treatment interventions to best meet your specific needs. Focused on providing services to youth and adults, we use evidence based models in our practice, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), CBT, and Mindfulness Based. These models have been proven effective in managing anxiety, depression, interpersonal difficulties, grief and loss as well as adjustment to significant life changes. We work with you to develop insight into presenting concerns as well as cultivate specific skills and tools to assist you in reaching your identified goals.
Maude Éloïse Saulnier
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1S
She is also doing continuing education with diverses associations to maintain her level of expertise for clients who suffers from ADHD, ADD, mood disorders and sleep disturbance issues.
Maude Éloïse Saulnier is a bilingual Registered Psychotherapist with a rich background in community work focused on adolescents and adults. With years of experience, she is dedicated to support clients, in english or french, to improve and maintain their mental health and well-being. Maude Éloïse uses mainly technics from cognitive behavioural therapies, attachment-based therapies, humanistic-existential approaches and mindfulness-based interventions.
She is also doing continuing education with diverses associations to maintain her level of expertise for clients who suffers from ADHD, ADD, mood disorders and sleep disturbance issues.
Maude Éloïse Saulnier is a bilingual Registered Psychotherapist with a rich background in community work focused on adolescents and adults. With years of experience, she is dedicated to support clients, in english or french, to improve and maintain their mental health and well-being. Maude Éloïse uses mainly technics from cognitive behavioural therapies, attachment-based therapies, humanistic-existential approaches and mindfulness-based interventions.
Meet Our Sleep or Insomnia Counsellors
I specialize in helping individuals struggling with anxiety, trauma, PTSD, and sleep disturbances.
You are tired of feeling stuck and overwhelmed. Every day feels like a new battle against stress, anxiety, and the weight of past trauma. You want to be able to feel like yourself again, to see genuine progress, and for others to notice this change within you. You avoid opening up with those around you because it is easier to distract yourself than to worry constantly. Despite your best efforts, it seems impossible to turn off your thoughts. You may look good on the outside, but something inside does not feel right.
I specialize in helping individuals struggling with anxiety, trauma, PTSD, and sleep disturbances.
You are tired of feeling stuck and overwhelmed. Every day feels like a new battle against stress, anxiety, and the weight of past trauma. You want to be able to feel like yourself again, to see genuine progress, and for others to notice this change within you. You avoid opening up with those around you because it is easier to distract yourself than to worry constantly. Despite your best efforts, it seems impossible to turn off your thoughts. You may look good on the outside, but something inside does not feel right.
I provide individual psychotherapy to 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.
My therapeutic approach is eclectic and is informed by cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and client-centered therapy. I utilize evidence-based approaches, such as exposure and response prevention (ERP), when clinically indicated.
I provide individual psychotherapy to 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.
My therapeutic approach is eclectic and is informed by cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and client-centered therapy. I utilize evidence-based approaches, such as exposure and response prevention (ERP), when clinically indicated.
Lisa O'Grady
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, D:IET, D:VATI, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Along with offering treatment for anxiety (excessive worry, intrusive thoughts, health worries, trauma, PTSD), depression and insomnia, I also offer creative and expressive therapies for those struggling to express themselves with words or who prefer creative approaches.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by things everyone else seems to do easily? Do you find you avoiding doing things you need to or want to do? Are your days spent struggling with constant worry and "what if's" ? Caught on a roller coaster of anxiety, anger, sadness or shame? Has showing up and managing at work become difficult? Are your relationships suffering? Has the "problem" taken over your life? Feeling stuck and confused about what to do or what could possibly help? Let's figure out what's keeping the "problem(s)" going and what your next steps might be.
Along with offering treatment for anxiety (excessive worry, intrusive thoughts, health worries, trauma, PTSD), depression and insomnia, I also offer creative and expressive therapies for those struggling to express themselves with words or who prefer creative approaches.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by things everyone else seems to do easily? Do you find you avoiding doing things you need to or want to do? Are your days spent struggling with constant worry and "what if's" ? Caught on a roller coaster of anxiety, anger, sadness or shame? Has showing up and managing at work become difficult? Are your relationships suffering? Has the "problem" taken over your life? Feeling stuck and confused about what to do or what could possibly help? Let's figure out what's keeping the "problem(s)" going and what your next steps might be.
Through secure online video counselling, I specialize in supporting pre-teens and teens with anxiety, stress management, sleep concerns, OCD, Selective Mutism, emotion regulation, self-esteem, ADHD, depression, trauma and loss, family changes, and behavioural challenges.
I’m here to help children, teens, and parents work through their struggles and find connection. As a parent, you play such a vital role in your child’s life, and I’m passionate about supporting you in navigating the challenges that come with it. Through parent sessions, I provide a supportive space where you can explore your experiences and gain insight.
Through secure online video counselling, I specialize in supporting pre-teens and teens with anxiety, stress management, sleep concerns, OCD, Selective Mutism, emotion regulation, self-esteem, ADHD, depression, trauma and loss, family changes, and behavioural challenges.
I’m here to help children, teens, and parents work through their struggles and find connection. As a parent, you play such a vital role in your child’s life, and I’m passionate about supporting you in navigating the challenges that come with it. Through parent sessions, I provide a supportive space where you can explore your experiences and gain insight.
My counselling interests include stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, OCD, depression, self-esteem, ADHD, grief and loss, sleep issues, and emotional regulation.
Welcome! In my practice as a Registered Psychotherapist, I aim to create an empathetic, warm, and non-judgmental space for you to grow and work towards your personal goals. I believe that building a strong and collaborative therapeutic relationship, where you feel seen and understood, is essential in achieving this.
My counselling interests include stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, OCD, depression, self-esteem, ADHD, grief and loss, sleep issues, and emotional regulation.
Welcome! In my practice as a Registered Psychotherapist, I aim to create an empathetic, warm, and non-judgmental space for you to grow and work towards your personal goals. I believe that building a strong and collaborative therapeutic relationship, where you feel seen and understood, is essential in achieving this.
, worrying, panic, social anxiety, health anxiety), OCD, depression, chronic pain, insomnia and life transitions.
I am here to provide my clients with a safe, compassionate, warm and non-judgemental therapeutic environment. I help my clients develop tools, skills and coping strategies, enabling them to reach their therapeutic goals. I am committed to enhancing my knowledge and skills through ongoing training and supervision.
, worrying, panic, social anxiety, health anxiety), OCD, depression, chronic pain, insomnia and life transitions.
I am here to provide my clients with a safe, compassionate, warm and non-judgemental therapeutic environment. I help my clients develop tools, skills and coping strategies, enabling them to reach their therapeutic goals. I am committed to enhancing my knowledge and skills through ongoing training and supervision.
Procrastination, missing assignment deadlines, & poor sleep hygiene are but a few areas that affect students with ADHD.
I am passionate with working with clients with ADHD, specifically students, young adults, and adults. ADHD can be impactful in many areas in one's life and it's about finding strategies to help mitigate the effects.
Procrastination, missing assignment deadlines, & poor sleep hygiene are but a few areas that affect students with ADHD.
I am passionate with working with clients with ADHD, specifically students, young adults, and adults. ADHD can be impactful in many areas in one's life and it's about finding strategies to help mitigate the effects.
I endeavor to provide a warm, caring, accepting and nurturing environment to help with the treatment of depression, stress and anxiety, self-esteem issues, sleep problems, relationship issues, anger management and building assertiveness.
I enjoy working with clients on career counselling and development, as well as conducting Psychoeducational assessments. I have a special interest in adjustment and life transition issues including parenting, separation and divorce, retirement and loss and bereavement.
I endeavor to provide a warm, caring, accepting and nurturing environment to help with the treatment of depression, stress and anxiety, self-esteem issues, sleep problems, relationship issues, anger management and building assertiveness.
I enjoy working with clients on career counselling and development, as well as conducting Psychoeducational assessments. I have a special interest in adjustment and life transition issues including parenting, separation and divorce, retirement and loss and bereavement.
I offer safe and confidential evidence-based individual therapy to adults for a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, anger management, substance abuse, insomnia and interpersonal difficulties.
I offer safe and confidential evidence-based individual therapy to adults for a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, anger management, substance abuse, insomnia and interpersonal difficulties.
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How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.
Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.
Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.
What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.