Women's Issues Therapists in Ottawa, ON

Currently accepting clients! (Please note that I work with women's issues only). Whether this is the first time you’re seeking out therapy or if you have done this before, the process can be overwhelming. I strive to create a warm and supportive environment for you to feel safe, heard, and validated. Using a cross-cultural and trauma-informed lens, we can collaboratively unpack difficult topics to reach your desired goals and ultimately achieve growth and healing.

Hello, feel free to browse below and contact me with questions (email only). I am a Ph.D. Registered Psychotherapist practicing at, and directing, a quaint Psychotherapy Center in Ottawa’s downtown core. I see myself make the most meaningful contributions in Crisis & Trauma, work that first called me to the profession over a decade ago, and with advancing Self-Growth & Self-Development through emotional, relational, professional, somatic, spiritual, or sexual focus. I use proven techniques to manage difficulties in the now, while promoting growth overall. I also research, teach & train so that I, too, can continue to grow.

I offer individual and couples therapy in the following specializations: • Anxiety and Depression • Interpersonal/Relationship issues • Life transitions • Goal setting • Work/Life balance • Anger Management • Domestic Violence • Family Conflict • Infidelity • Marital and Premarital • Self Esteem • Stress • Trauma and PTSD • Women's Issues

Are you stuck in dysfunctional and self-sabotaging patterns? Do you have high expectations for yourself that you can never satisfy? Are you experiencing inner turmoil and outer irritability you can’t settle? Psychotherapy could help with these. I believe that self-understanding, the awareness of and ability to understand one’s actions and reactions, is important for personal transformation. Using a gentle, introspective approach, I provide clients with the space to be curious about their past and current experiences. I believe personal transformation can happen to everyone at any age.

My passion is supporting women of all ages and stages. I have a special interest in working with pregnant and parenting women.

My goal is to walk alongside you in your journey in exploring and navigating your distressful thoughts, emotions and behaviours and arrive at a place where you can feel like yourself again. I believe success comes from us working together as a team. But in the end, you are the expert on you and I am here to support you. I support clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, interpersonal challenges, adjusting to difficult life transitions, self-esteem, and parenting issues. My approach is grounded in empathy, curiosity and openness.

Life can present challenges and it can feel overwhelming to handle it by ourselves. I completely understand it can be difficult and confusing to know what you are looking for and how you would be best supported. As your therapist, I will work alongside you in a collaborative way, helping you (re)connect with what brings you inspiration, joy, and meaning. A supportive and confidential environment can allow you to gain insight while exploring feelings, thoughts, and behaviours.

Are you overwhelmed by anger, stress, or anxiety? Perhaps your life has changed in ways you can't seem to cope with due to trauma or grief. Maybe you are just not living your life: you're simply surviving, instead of thriving. No matter what you are going through, I am here to say that change is possible. The road may indeed be tough; but, that's why I'm here. My goal is to bring therapy into people's lives as an enriching, enjoyable experience. It is through this journey that healing and life change can take place. I do not believe in one "agenda" for therapy: instead, at Uniquely You, the process is tailored to Uniquely YOU!

Discover a new path to healing with an experienced & compassionate psychotherapist. With 20 yrs of experience, I specialize in helping individuals & families navigate life's complexities. My evidence-based approach & diverse therapy techniques will empower you to achieve your goals. Let's work together to create a personalized plan that addresses your unique challenges & goals. My client-driven sessions provide a safe & comfortable space for change, allowing you to set the pace and direction of our journey. Overcome your challenges and live a more fulfilling life. Contact me today to start your journey

Now accepting new clients! Taking the steps to focus on your mental health is both overwhelming and rewarding and I am here to help you through your journey. I am a Nurse Practitioner Psychotherapist licensed with the College of Nurses of Ontario. I have a passion for health and wellbeing with particular focus on self-compassion, anxiety, depression, stress, and burnout. My goal is to help you through psychotherapy to find balance in physical, mental, and spiritual health and to share tools to help you become a better self.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). For 22 years, I have worked as an Intensive Marriage and Couples Therapist with my husband David Rubinstein, MA, RP. I now maintain a busy Individual counselling practice for women, blending my experience as a Couple Therapist with Energy Psychology protocols. I work with women of all ages to enhance self-esteem, create secure relationships, and cope with traumatic loss. I also specialize in helping women over sixty overcome late-in-life challenges, find new meaning and purpose, live vibrantly, and enjoy aging gracefully.

Hi there and welcome! As a registered social worker, I provide bilingual counselling and art therapy services to children, adolescents and adults. My clients come to me for support with issues relating to emotion regulation, anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, unhealthy relationships, life transitions and difficulties in school. Additionally, I work with parents and caregivers to help them support their child’s progress and foster a positive relationship. I have a particular interest in working with clients who have experienced or witnessed intimate partner violence/domestic violence or abusive behaviours.

What a brave step you have taken to seek out support! Congratulations! It takes courage for us to put ourselves first. This process is a journey. Whether it's anxiety, grief, family/ relationship dynamics, pregnancy or parenting challenges, racial stress, work/ school challenges or self-esteem struggles, we will work together to calm the storms, create personalized coping strategies, develop your capacity to manage during tough times and increase balance and hopefulness. I have over 19 years of experience working with African and non-African descent youth and adults. My intersectional skills will enhance your therapeutic experience.

Are you struggling with a major life transition such as becoming a parent, entering or considering a new career/ educational pursuit, or adapting to new life circumstances? Change and uncertainty can feel uncomfortable and scary and counselling can help you set and achieve goals that are aligned with your personal values. It can also help you begin to make small but important changes to improve your mood and self-confidence. I have 7 years of experience as a psychotherapist helping people gain clarity, reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety, and reach their personal goals. Please reach out if this resonates with you!

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed out, or not like yourself? Have you been experiencing discomfort, conflicts in your relationships, or difficulty regulating your emotions?. You’re not alone! I can help you calm the storm and reconnect with yourself. In session I can help you learn skills & tools so that you can create peace within yourself. Therapy can be your safe space to feel physical, emotional, spiritual comfort and ease. In therapy you can learn how to access your inner strength and resources so you can feel connected, loved, competent, capable, & worthy. I love supporting fellow therapists in their own therapy journeys!

You’ve been through a lot. Maybe you've never told anyone your story; maybe you've only shared it with a select few. And you have heard that talking helps. But you wonder — how many times do I have to re-hash the discomfort before it releases me? How long before I can rest? You might be feeling numb, angry, sad, stuck, hopeless, scared… You may not have a clear direction, or any idea of your goals. You might not know where or how to start. Yes - We all carry our past into the future. But the weight doesn’t have to be unbearable, and you don’t have to hold it alone.