Therapists in Ottawa, ON
Aisha is a practicum student who is finishing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology degree at Yorkville University (graduating December 2025). She provides services in English, tailors therapy to each person’s needs, is LGBTQA+ friendly and promotes a safe space for all her clients. Aisha is adept at treating a wide range of ages (7+) and issues and also has 2+ years experience working with children in a therapeutic capacity, specifically Applied Behaviour Analysis Therapy. Aisha is empathetic, culturally informed, wants her clients to reach their fullest potential and believes in a strong counsellor-client relationship.
Aisha is a practicum student who is finishing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology degree at Yorkville University (graduating December 2025). She provides services in English, tailors therapy to each person’s needs, is LGBTQA+ friendly and promotes a safe space for all her clients. Aisha is adept at treating a wide range of ages (7+) and issues and also has 2+ years experience working with children in a therapeutic capacity, specifically Applied Behaviour Analysis Therapy. Aisha is empathetic, culturally informed, wants her clients to reach their fullest potential and believes in a strong counsellor-client relationship.
ARISE Counselling-Psychotherapy, Mariam Moussa
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP(Q), BEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1S
I am here to accompany you on your journey as you travel through life, its valleys, storms, and unexpected twists and turns that come your way, as well as to celebrate the victories you achieve in the process. Whether you are steering your course through transition, loss, grief, loneliness, the nuances of relationships, or other life struggles, together, with an emphasis on your strengths, we will find a way to find meaning, purpose, healing, live a full and abundant life, and move towards what is personally life-giving.
I am here to accompany you on your journey as you travel through life, its valleys, storms, and unexpected twists and turns that come your way, as well as to celebrate the victories you achieve in the process. Whether you are steering your course through transition, loss, grief, loneliness, the nuances of relationships, or other life struggles, together, with an emphasis on your strengths, we will find a way to find meaning, purpose, healing, live a full and abundant life, and move towards what is personally life-giving.
Tina Woods
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd , RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2A
Not accepting new clients
Have you ever spent so much time analyzing a problem in your life that you understand it completely but have no idea where to start to find the solution? I provide experienced, individual, solution focused psychotherapy in: career exploration (finding purpose) anxiety/social anxiety/panic attacks, communication, relationship issues and assertiveness skills. I have worked within a post secondary psychotherapy/medical clinic for the past 12 years, and have an interest in, collaboratively, helping people to overcome obstacles to creating a rich, meaningful life.
Have you ever spent so much time analyzing a problem in your life that you understand it completely but have no idea where to start to find the solution? I provide experienced, individual, solution focused psychotherapy in: career exploration (finding purpose) anxiety/social anxiety/panic attacks, communication, relationship issues and assertiveness skills. I have worked within a post secondary psychotherapy/medical clinic for the past 12 years, and have an interest in, collaboratively, helping people to overcome obstacles to creating a rich, meaningful life.
Are you or a loved one autistic? How about ADHD, anxious or depressed? Is being neurodivergent impacting your goals or your relationships with your loved ones? If so you're definitely not alone. Being neurodivergent often means that we process things differently, leading to different strengths.
Are you or a loved one autistic? How about ADHD, anxious or depressed? Is being neurodivergent impacting your goals or your relationships with your loved ones? If so you're definitely not alone. Being neurodivergent often means that we process things differently, leading to different strengths.
Life can feel overwhelming, chaotic and lonely at times, but you don’t have to face all your challenges alone. If you are at a crossroads and ready to take the next step, feeling burnt out, or experiencing distress, I can help. Together, we will figure out how to lighten your load so you can feel better prepared to face life's challenges. I work with adults (16+) looking to heal from difficult relationships, trauma, life transitions, and nervous system dysregulation. I specialize in young adults and artists looking to better manage stress on stage. Please visit my website for more details.
Life can feel overwhelming, chaotic and lonely at times, but you don’t have to face all your challenges alone. If you are at a crossroads and ready to take the next step, feeling burnt out, or experiencing distress, I can help. Together, we will figure out how to lighten your load so you can feel better prepared to face life's challenges. I work with adults (16+) looking to heal from difficult relationships, trauma, life transitions, and nervous system dysregulation. I specialize in young adults and artists looking to better manage stress on stage. Please visit my website for more details.
Nancy Tewes
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, CTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
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.
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.
If you struggle to manage intense emotions, get through distressing situations or maintain stable relationships, then Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) may be suitable for you. It is a treatment best suited for problems related to emotion dysregulation (including borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, aggression, substance use, eating disorder, self-harm and suicidal behaviour). I offer both individual sessions and group, or both combined. Contact me and we can decide which model fits your needs best. Please visit: https://www.nurturedmindpsychotherapy.com to read more about DBT, program pricing, and to register.
If you struggle to manage intense emotions, get through distressing situations or maintain stable relationships, then Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) may be suitable for you. It is a treatment best suited for problems related to emotion dysregulation (including borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, aggression, substance use, eating disorder, self-harm and suicidal behaviour). I offer both individual sessions and group, or both combined. Contact me and we can decide which model fits your needs best. Please visit: https://www.nurturedmindpsychotherapy.com to read more about DBT, program pricing, and to register.
Does this resonate? 'I am so frustrated! What is going on in my mind?' I understand your frustration and the overwhelming thoughts affecting your sense of self. It's challenging when negative self-talk and low self-esteem dominate, creating a sense of isolation. Intrusive thoughts can feel confining, but together, we can explore and navigate your inner world. In our therapeutic sessions, you'll find relief and understanding in a safe, empathetic environment. Whether in-person or online, we'll collaboratively address and ease your thoughts, fostering a path towards emotional well-being.
Does this resonate? 'I am so frustrated! What is going on in my mind?' I understand your frustration and the overwhelming thoughts affecting your sense of self. It's challenging when negative self-talk and low self-esteem dominate, creating a sense of isolation. Intrusive thoughts can feel confining, but together, we can explore and navigate your inner world. In our therapeutic sessions, you'll find relief and understanding in a safe, empathetic environment. Whether in-person or online, we'll collaboratively address and ease your thoughts, fostering a path towards emotional well-being.
Dr. Rachel Sutton, C. Psych., is a licensed clinical and health psychologist and the founder of Zephyr Psychological Services. An introvert by nature, Rachel creates a calm, low-key environment where clients feel comfortable exploring their mental health at their own pace. She takes a collaborative approach to therapy, working closely with clients to tailor each session to their unique needs. Rachel earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology from McGill University in 2015 and founded Zephyr in 2020 with the goal of providing personalized, down-to-earth care. Fluent in both French and English, Rachel offers services in both languages.
Dr. Rachel Sutton, C. Psych., is a licensed clinical and health psychologist and the founder of Zephyr Psychological Services. An introvert by nature, Rachel creates a calm, low-key environment where clients feel comfortable exploring their mental health at their own pace. She takes a collaborative approach to therapy, working closely with clients to tailor each session to their unique needs. Rachel earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology from McGill University in 2015 and founded Zephyr in 2020 with the goal of providing personalized, down-to-earth care. Fluent in both French and English, Rachel offers services in both languages.
Experienced clinicians at the Trauma & Grief Institute are currently accepting new clients! Are you struggling with trauma, grief, or emotional distress? Whether you're facing loss, burnout, anxiety, or relationship challenges, we offer specialized therapy to support healing. At TGI, we provide evidence-based psychotherapy for youth, adults, couples, families, first responders, and frontline workers. Our holistic approach integrates EMDR, Brainspotting, IFS, SSP, and Art Therapy to address PTSD, emotional regulation, and major life transitions. We also offer wellness workshops and trauma-informed retreats for deeper healing.
Experienced clinicians at the Trauma & Grief Institute are currently accepting new clients! Are you struggling with trauma, grief, or emotional distress? Whether you're facing loss, burnout, anxiety, or relationship challenges, we offer specialized therapy to support healing. At TGI, we provide evidence-based psychotherapy for youth, adults, couples, families, first responders, and frontline workers. Our holistic approach integrates EMDR, Brainspotting, IFS, SSP, and Art Therapy to address PTSD, emotional regulation, and major life transitions. We also offer wellness workshops and trauma-informed retreats for deeper healing.
Solace Psychotherapy Services (Anousha Rohani)
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2P
“I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story." My experiences in Iran, Turkey, and Canada have shaped my work as a cross-cultural therapist. I create a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your identity and life challenges, whether you're navigating anxiety, stress, mood disorders, or relationship issues. Together, we’ll embrace your unique story and move toward healing in a supportive and understanding environment.…. “So, let me pour you a cup of tea, and let’s talk”
“I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story." My experiences in Iran, Turkey, and Canada have shaped my work as a cross-cultural therapist. I create a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your identity and life challenges, whether you're navigating anxiety, stress, mood disorders, or relationship issues. Together, we’ll embrace your unique story and move toward healing in a supportive and understanding environment.…. “So, let me pour you a cup of tea, and let’s talk”
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I offer warmth and structure in my work with couples struggling with big decisions, communication breakdown, or loss of closeness or trust after a rupture. For adults, I offer a relational, depth-oriented approach for help with existential concerns, rigidity, anxiety, and avoidance through an attachment lens.
I offer warmth and structure in my work with couples struggling with big decisions, communication breakdown, or loss of closeness or trust after a rupture. For adults, I offer a relational, depth-oriented approach for help with existential concerns, rigidity, anxiety, and avoidance through an attachment lens.
Do you feel misunderstood or overwhelmed by the challenges of navigating life as a neurodivergent person? Are you and your partner struggling to communicate, feeling disconnected, or facing ongoing conflict? It can be exhausting to feel like you’re constantly misunderstood or stuck in patterns that don’t serve you.
I provide a warm, non-judgmental space where individuals and couples can explore their experiences, gain insight, and create meaningful change. My approach is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs, ensuring you feel supported, heard, and empowered every step of the way.
Do you feel misunderstood or overwhelmed by the challenges of navigating life as a neurodivergent person? Are you and your partner struggling to communicate, feeling disconnected, or facing ongoing conflict? It can be exhausting to feel like you’re constantly misunderstood or stuck in patterns that don’t serve you.
I provide a warm, non-judgmental space where individuals and couples can explore their experiences, gain insight, and create meaningful change. My approach is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs, ensuring you feel supported, heard, and empowered every step of the way.
I work with many different adults who are experiencing psychological, emotional, and/or relationship issues. Often, many people come feeling stuck, uncertain, and seeking help or change. This is often something new and novel or has been building for some time (but was able to be managed). I try to help clients make sense of what they are experiencing, help them become unstuck, and start moving forward again in a way that feels positive for them.
I work with many different adults who are experiencing psychological, emotional, and/or relationship issues. Often, many people come feeling stuck, uncertain, and seeking help or change. This is often something new and novel or has been building for some time (but was able to be managed). I try to help clients make sense of what they are experiencing, help them become unstuck, and start moving forward again in a way that feels positive for them.
Melissa Payne
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2P
Not accepting new clients
As a therapist I offer a warm, compassionate and open presence for my clients. I seek to provide a safe space for clients to look at their life with more curiosity and less fear, while empowering them to listen for their deepest needs and desires. I believe that each person brings their own unique story into therapy, and my role as a therapist is to help remove the barriers that prevent clients from hearing their own inner wisdom. I work from an Integrative approach, pulling from different approaches. Some of these include: Psychodynamic, IFS, Mindfulness Self-Compassion, ACT, Attachment based, Somatic/body based and Existential.
As a therapist I offer a warm, compassionate and open presence for my clients. I seek to provide a safe space for clients to look at their life with more curiosity and less fear, while empowering them to listen for their deepest needs and desires. I believe that each person brings their own unique story into therapy, and my role as a therapist is to help remove the barriers that prevent clients from hearing their own inner wisdom. I work from an Integrative approach, pulling from different approaches. Some of these include: Psychodynamic, IFS, Mindfulness Self-Compassion, ACT, Attachment based, Somatic/body based and Existential.
Rebeca Fernandez Bosanac
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2C
Life can get hard sometimes and you shouldn’t have to face it alone. I am here to support you in a compassionate, non-judgmental and caring way; both as an experienced professional and a fellow human. I can help you begin living the life you want to live. I am a clinician and director at the Ottawa Psychotherapy Center. My treatment areas include: depression, anxiety, self-esteem, grief, attachment and relationship issues, complicated family dynamics, sexuality and gender identity topics, non-monogamy, women's issues and self-development.
Life can get hard sometimes and you shouldn’t have to face it alone. I am here to support you in a compassionate, non-judgmental and caring way; both as an experienced professional and a fellow human. I can help you begin living the life you want to live. I am a clinician and director at the Ottawa Psychotherapy Center. My treatment areas include: depression, anxiety, self-esteem, grief, attachment and relationship issues, complicated family dynamics, sexuality and gender identity topics, non-monogamy, women's issues and self-development.
Are you feeling stuck, hopeless, empty, and down by life? Have you wondered what is happening in my life? What did I do wrong? How did I get to this point? Do you experience feelings of anxiety, depression, urges, trauma, or loneliness? You don’t have to live with these painful experiences alone. Psychotherapy can help you create a more meaningful life and give you the tools necessary to cope with the inevitable challenges that you are facing. Regardless of what has brought you to this place, let’s start to find answers to your questions and explore what growth and healing mean to you.
Are you feeling stuck, hopeless, empty, and down by life? Have you wondered what is happening in my life? What did I do wrong? How did I get to this point? Do you experience feelings of anxiety, depression, urges, trauma, or loneliness? You don’t have to live with these painful experiences alone. Psychotherapy can help you create a more meaningful life and give you the tools necessary to cope with the inevitable challenges that you are facing. Regardless of what has brought you to this place, let’s start to find answers to your questions and explore what growth and healing mean to you.
I know what it's like to need support and not be sure how to access it. It can be overwhelming to reach out for help, to meet someone new and find the words to express what you are feeling. The majority of my clients are autistic and neurodivergent, and many are part of the LGBTQIA community. Many are navigating difficult situations in school, work or with family/friends. . I am currently working at Act Learning Centre and am on the external provider list for National Defense.
Approved Supervisor for Yorkville Masters of Counselling Program.
I know what it's like to need support and not be sure how to access it. It can be overwhelming to reach out for help, to meet someone new and find the words to express what you are feeling. The majority of my clients are autistic and neurodivergent, and many are part of the LGBTQIA community. Many are navigating difficult situations in school, work or with family/friends. . I am currently working at Act Learning Centre and am on the external provider list for National Defense.
Approved Supervisor for Yorkville Masters of Counselling Program.
Sharp Dopler
Registered Psychotherapist, CD, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2H
Not accepting new clients
As we journey through life, sometimes the way is easy and other times it is not. Therapy may help us explore whatever we have encountered along the path. I work with individuals 18 and older who would like to explore the paths previously travelled, while developing strategies for balance and wellness on the journey forward. My goal is to walk with you for a time, to co-create a space to reflect, learn and grow, guided by the inherent wisdom you carry within you.
As we journey through life, sometimes the way is easy and other times it is not. Therapy may help us explore whatever we have encountered along the path. I work with individuals 18 and older who would like to explore the paths previously travelled, while developing strategies for balance and wellness on the journey forward. My goal is to walk with you for a time, to co-create a space to reflect, learn and grow, guided by the inherent wisdom you carry within you.
Ghassan Arabieh
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1H
Waitlist for new clients
I have had the opportunity to work in hospitals and community-based health care settings providing counselling and psychotherapy. I have worked cross-culturally with clients who are dealing with a wide array of psychosocial issues. My clinical experience includes working with people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, loss, acculturation stress, war trauma, childhood abuse, anger management and conflict with the law.
I have had the opportunity to work in hospitals and community-based health care settings providing counselling and psychotherapy. I have worked cross-culturally with clients who are dealing with a wide array of psychosocial issues. My clinical experience includes working with people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, loss, acculturation stress, war trauma, childhood abuse, anger management and conflict with the law.
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Number of Counsellors in Ottawa, ON
2,000+
Average cost per session
$160
Counsellors in Ottawa, ON who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 87% | Depression |
| 83% | Self Esteem |
| 80% | Relationship Issues |
| 79% | Stress |
| 70% | Coping Skills |
| 69% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 65% | Canada Life | Great-West Life |
| 64% | SunLife |
| 59% | Manulife |
How Counsellors in Ottawa, ON see their clients
| 58% | In Person and Online | |
| 42% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 82% | Female | |
| 16% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |