Online Counselling for Ottawa

Whether you are struggling at work, at home, internally, or all-of-the-above, therapy can help you find wellness and develop resilience against negative thoughts, burnout, and stress. My first goal is that you feel heard in a safe space, void of judgement, and my second goal is to be your partner in your healing and self development. I welcome new clients who have never considered therapy before and those who are still looking for the right therapist. I also work with couples and families, as I am passionate about family dynamics, personal vs cultural dynamics, and strong communcations.

I believe that change happens when we feel safe and supported. It is important to me to create a therapeutic environment that is down to earth, compassionate and free of judgment. Each person is different and has a unique set of experiences. I tailor my approach to your needs and work collaboratively with you to help you achieve your goals and support your journey towards growth.

As a therapist, I strive to help individuals thrive in their day to day lives. I have a very wholistic and integrative approach with each of my clients in counselling, drawing on many areas of psychotherapy (e.g., Cognitive, behavioural, humanistic and systemic) to help a client best achieve their goals. This means that with one client, we might choose to focus more on cognitive-behavioural techniques but with another we may focus more on working through past experiences. Therapy is not a “one-size-fits-all” method, and so working together to find what works best is key.

Do you ever wonder why you are so anxious? Are you struggling to identify the source of your depression? Do you ever look for answers about the purpose of the situation you are going through in your life? Are you sometimes discouraged, disengaged, demotivated to get back on your feet because you feel you have tried everything?

Whether you have struggled to cope with challenges in your life, feel overwhelmed, unsure what to do, or stuck, coming to therapy can be hard. I help adults who may be struggling with the impacts of childhood trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, stress, relationship issues, struggles with intimacy, sexuality, gender identity, self-harm, life transitions, grief and loss, and more. I also specialized in working with members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community. My goal is to help you foster resilience, establish safety and stability, live in alignment with your values, and find happiness and contentment in your life.

It is possible to find resilience and meaningful new paths - even with difficulties such as anxious or depressed feelings, control over emotions, self-growth and self-development, LGBTQIA2S+ issues, relationship crises, feeling lost or without sense of meaning, past traumatic experience, aging, surviving cancer, or dealing with loss. I care that women find ways to go out into the world to fulfill themselves, that being queer is defined by the story of self, and that the grip of painful or negative feelings is relaxed so solutions can emerge for the self to see more clearly and move more freely.

Working through life’s challenges can sometimes be overwhelming, leaving us feeling befuddled and in emotional chaos. This can make even the simplest tasks seem monumental. I work with adults from all walks of life on issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, parenting concerns, relationships issues, birth trauma, and major life-changes. I can help you get from stuck to thriving. I work using a humanistic approach including psychodynamic methods and attachment theory, experiential, narrative, solution-focused and Gestalt techniques.

You may be approaching therapy thinking that there’s something wrong with you, or that you are a problem. Perhaps there are parts of you or qualities within you that you wish you could embody, but something inside keeps getting in the way. I do not believe there is anything wrong with you, or that you are a problem that needs fixing. I view human development as a process that occurs spontaneously under supportive conditions. For example, when you see a plant that looks unwell, we don’t conclude that the plant is “no good” and throw it out. Rather, we shift the internal and external conditions to support the plant in thriving.

I offer the first session or a 20 minute consultation free of charge, so you can get to know me and see if we would be a good fit. Please click on the link "my website" to access my virtual calendar. I so look forward to meeting you! Whatever brought you here, in this moment -- hurt, grief, sadness, anxiety, or concern for a loved one -- I hope I can help. I work with ages 10-50 with a wide range of concerns. My focus is on providing a safe, open, and accepting therapeutic space, as well as working collaboratively with individuals to find an approach that caters specifically to their needs.

I am a Doctoral Candidate in Clinical Psychology at the Université Laval and I practice as a Doctoral Associate under Dr. Melisa Arias-Valenzuela’s, C.Psych. supervision. I provide individual services to teens and adults (13+). I am experienced in providing assessments and therapy for people struggling with depression, anxiety, stress and burnout, grief, body image and disordered eating, trauma and PTSD, relationship and communication difficulties, procrastination, perfectionism and low self-esteem. I also have special interest and experience helping people experiencing sleep disturbances and military populations.

Living in a world that demands perfection is not easy. It can be extremely difficult and unforgiving to us human beings. When we experience negative emotions there is something deeper that is lurking beneath the surface. I am a humanistic therapist who puts the client's needs first. Even if the client is unsure of what they need, this will be part of the journey to discover. I do not adhere to a "one-size-fits-all" approach to therapy as every individual is unique and deserves to be heard for who they are.

Life is hard. You feel overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, stuck, and lost. You want to feel better, empowered, and regain control of your life. You have come to the right place.

Welcome, Bienvenue. With a specialization in couple therapy and addiction, I bring over 30 years of seasoned expertise as a therapist and clinical supervisor. I've dedicated my professionnal life to helping people change. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues, addictive behaviors, or battling depression and anxiety, I invite you to embark on a journey of transformation by scheduling a consultation with me.

I offer individual therapy to adults and bring a diverse, multicultural life experience to my therapeutic perspective. I will provide a safe environment from which you can explore yourself, your challenges and your resources in order that you may gain insight and awareness into your unique human experience.

Maude Éloïse is a bilingual Registered Psychotherapist who did, prior her bachelors and masters degrees, a lot of community work centred around vulnerable children and adults. After many years of experience, she would like to help to the Ottawa (Central) community to maintain their health with a scientific, professional and integrative approach that focuses on her clients needs and goals.

Accepting new clients in May 2024-Life is challenging for a multitude of reasons, from unmet needs, inequalities, identity confusion, lack of support, difficult life experiences, to everyday life stressors. I hope to create a warm, accepting, and nurturing environment. I provide a safe space for my clients helping them identify their struggles and inviting them to bring some curiosity about their thoughts, behaviours, and experiences. I support and encourage clients to learn more about themselves, their values, and to find the impetus to take small steps to build a more healthy and meaningful life.

At times life can be demanding and stressful, even more so if you feel alone and are unsure who to turn to for support and help. But no one should feel like they have to figure everything out on their own. I believe that every person is the expert of their own life but sometimes we need a new perspective or a safe space to talk, open up, and feel heard. As a counsellor, I offer my clients a non-judgmental, empathic, supportive space to fully explore their inner self, thoughts and feelings on their personal journey towards growth and healing.

I believe our bodies tell us important information and we need to listen to its unspoken voice. Through a somatic and humanistic approach of mind-body connection and embodiment practices, I work with clients to gently unlock trauma and shame to help them gain clarity, increase creativity, and move toward a more fulfilling and peaceful life as their authentic selves. Attachment theory, family systems, narrative therapy, and emotionally focused therapy can also be integrated and will be fostered depending on the unique needs of the client.

I believe people can grow and live meaningful and healthier lives. Seeing them gain insight over the course of therapy and thrive is my passion. I aim to provide a safe and nonjudgmental setting for all my clients by respecting their values and challenges as unique. Over more than eight years in the field of mental health, I have worked with and been able to assist individuals, couples and families with issues such as anxiety, depression, challenges in career, and relationship conflicts.