Couples Counselling Therapists in Montréal, QC
I see adults, teens, and children, and I also offer sessions for couples.
Let’s be honest—you’re flipping through these profiles looking for someone who can truly understand and help you. No one can make any promises, but I believe you can gain the tools you need to help yourself. If you're feeling taken advantage of, abandoned, like you don't belong, or feel "like a failure", we can begin a process of flipping that script. We can start through giving you a space to express yourself and then work together to figure out your values and what changes you'd like to make.
I see adults, teens, and children, and I also offer sessions for couples.
Let’s be honest—you’re flipping through these profiles looking for someone who can truly understand and help you. No one can make any promises, but I believe you can gain the tools you need to help yourself. If you're feeling taken advantage of, abandoned, like you don't belong, or feel "like a failure", we can begin a process of flipping that script. We can start through giving you a space to express yourself and then work together to figure out your values and what changes you'd like to make.
I work with complex trauma, relationship issues, neurodivergence, domestic violence and relational attachment issues.
I am queer, neurodivergent, and a parent. My first language is English. I have 14 years of clinical experience in psychiatry, addictions, trauma and community work. I work to help people integrate their thoughts, emotions, somatic experiences and stories of empowerment to help them develop their self-awareness and find meaning in the world. I have worked with issues such as Depression, Stress Management, CPTSD, Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, Gender Dysphoria, Eating Disorders, Addictions, BPD and PTSD. I believe people are more than a diagnosis, and that real change begins with presence, connection, and safety.
I work with complex trauma, relationship issues, neurodivergence, domestic violence and relational attachment issues.
I am queer, neurodivergent, and a parent. My first language is English. I have 14 years of clinical experience in psychiatry, addictions, trauma and community work. I work to help people integrate their thoughts, emotions, somatic experiences and stories of empowerment to help them develop their self-awareness and find meaning in the world. I have worked with issues such as Depression, Stress Management, CPTSD, Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, Gender Dysphoria, Eating Disorders, Addictions, BPD and PTSD. I believe people are more than a diagnosis, and that real change begins with presence, connection, and safety.
My areas of expertise include anxiety, fears, phobias, trauma-related symptoms, OCD, shyness, anger management, stress, burn-out, depression (mood disorders), identity crises, sex and couple issues, parenting difficulties, self-esteem and self-confidence issues, expatriate issues, and addictions (substance, gaming, internet, porn).
"Take the step, the bridge will be there" (Grace Cirocco). Although starting therapy is sometimes frightening and requires a good dose of courage, finding a warm, empathic and compassionate therapist can make the process easier and positively life-altering. I am an experienced psychologist and I can help you deal with many of life's challenges and hardships, while making sure you feel safe and understood. I practice cognitive behavior therapy and schema therapy, and I also adjust my therapeutic orientation to the unique needs of each of my clients. I ensure warm, compassionate, professional, and confidential therapeutic services.
My areas of expertise include anxiety, fears, phobias, trauma-related symptoms, OCD, shyness, anger management, stress, burn-out, depression (mood disorders), identity crises, sex and couple issues, parenting difficulties, self-esteem and self-confidence issues, expatriate issues, and addictions (substance, gaming, internet, porn).
"Take the step, the bridge will be there" (Grace Cirocco). Although starting therapy is sometimes frightening and requires a good dose of courage, finding a warm, empathic and compassionate therapist can make the process easier and positively life-altering. I am an experienced psychologist and I can help you deal with many of life's challenges and hardships, while making sure you feel safe and understood. I practice cognitive behavior therapy and schema therapy, and I also adjust my therapeutic orientation to the unique needs of each of my clients. I ensure warm, compassionate, professional, and confidential therapeutic services.
As a therapist in private practice for over 20 years, I offer a genuinely respectful, safe and non-judgmental space for you to gain a deeper sense of self and strengthen your relationships.
Too often in our fast paced world, we lose touch with ourselves/our partners and may end up feeling quite disconnected and lonely. I work with you to strengthen your connections, build bridges, and repair resentments that may have accumulated over the years.
As a therapist in private practice for over 20 years, I offer a genuinely respectful, safe and non-judgmental space for you to gain a deeper sense of self and strengthen your relationships.
Too often in our fast paced world, we lose touch with ourselves/our partners and may end up feeling quite disconnected and lonely. I work with you to strengthen your connections, build bridges, and repair resentments that may have accumulated over the years.
Issues I have worked on include intimate partner violence, self-harm, sexual abuse, and refugee, immigration and acculturation issues, as well as intergenerational trauma.
I have experience working with adults, teens and children from diverse backgrounds, in clinical, school and community settings. I specialize in working with teens and kids, on issues such as family and peer relationships, low self-esteem, self-harm, LGBTQ+ issues and emotional dysregulation.
Issues I have worked on include intimate partner violence, self-harm, sexual abuse, and refugee, immigration and acculturation issues, as well as intergenerational trauma.
I have experience working with adults, teens and children from diverse backgrounds, in clinical, school and community settings. I specialize in working with teens and kids, on issues such as family and peer relationships, low self-esteem, self-harm, LGBTQ+ issues and emotional dysregulation.
My services cover a wide range of issues, including LGBTQIA2S+, polyamory, intimate partner violence, sexual violence, eating disorders, exploration of and guidance in the process of affirming one's gender, as well as support in managing stress, anxiety and many other psychosocial and mental health issues.
I use gender-affirming and neuro-diversity affirming approaches. I also use an intersectional and systemic approach in my interventions. I also draw on tools from different intervention models such as CBT, ACT, DBT and IFS, as well as focusing on somatic aspects and mindfulness.
My services cover a wide range of issues, including LGBTQIA2S+, polyamory, intimate partner violence, sexual violence, eating disorders, exploration of and guidance in the process of affirming one's gender, as well as support in managing stress, anxiety and many other psychosocial and mental health issues.
I use gender-affirming and neuro-diversity affirming approaches. I also use an intersectional and systemic approach in my interventions. I also draw on tools from different intervention models such as CBT, ACT, DBT and IFS, as well as focusing on somatic aspects and mindfulness.
As a Professional Art Psychotherapist, I care for my clients’ mental wellness through art, providing a path for healing, nourishing and cultivation.
As a Professional Art Psychotherapist, I care for my clients’ mental wellness through art, providing a path for healing, nourishing and cultivation.
Change is a process and working towards change takes courage. Through a collaborative approach, we will work together to help make these changes happen. I can provide you with a confidential and safe environment that will support you in addressing your concerns. Together we will identify the areas in need of change and develop a plan to do so. I will offer you guidance, support and the tools needed to bring your life into balance.
Change is a process and working towards change takes courage. Through a collaborative approach, we will work together to help make these changes happen. I can provide you with a confidential and safe environment that will support you in addressing your concerns. Together we will identify the areas in need of change and develop a plan to do so. I will offer you guidance, support and the tools needed to bring your life into balance.
Charbel Michel Ibrahim
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, TCF, Psycho, Coach, NLP
3 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H4K
My areas of expertise include treatments for trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional distress, grief, stress management, bereavement, perinatal bereavement, couple and family difficulties.
I provide a non-judgmental and supportive space where you can express yourself freely; a compassionate, active listening to help you explore your full potential, navigate resources and develop practical strategies to help you cope so you can move towards a more meaningful, satisfying, fulfilling and empowering life.
My areas of expertise include treatments for trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional distress, grief, stress management, bereavement, perinatal bereavement, couple and family difficulties.
I provide a non-judgmental and supportive space where you can express yourself freely; a compassionate, active listening to help you explore your full potential, navigate resources and develop practical strategies to help you cope so you can move towards a more meaningful, satisfying, fulfilling and empowering life.
I work with individuals, families, couples and adolescents with problems such as depression, grieving, anxiety, stress and relationship discord.
The poem, The Imaginary Career (by Rainer Maria Rilke), illustrates exquisitely our human condition. To quote: "At first a childhood, limitless and free" only to become "Defiance- The child bent becomes the bender". To live in that ".. vast, cold empty space, alone" is a very painful place to find oneself. I am here to join with that person in the "empty space" so that they can understand themselves and heal.
I work with individuals, families, couples and adolescents with problems such as depression, grieving, anxiety, stress and relationship discord.
The poem, The Imaginary Career (by Rainer Maria Rilke), illustrates exquisitely our human condition. To quote: "At first a childhood, limitless and free" only to become "Defiance- The child bent becomes the bender". To live in that ".. vast, cold empty space, alone" is a very painful place to find oneself. I am here to join with that person in the "empty space" so that they can understand themselves and heal.
I'm a counselor and psychotherapist offering support to individuals and couples (18+).
Whether you're navigating anxiety, self-esteem, motivation, or relationship challenges, I'm here to walk alongside you. Together, we'll work on strengthening self-confidence, improving communication, building trust, and fostering deeper connections. All identities and relationship structures are welcome and respected here.
I'm a counselor and psychotherapist offering support to individuals and couples (18+).
Whether you're navigating anxiety, self-esteem, motivation, or relationship challenges, I'm here to walk alongside you. Together, we'll work on strengthening self-confidence, improving communication, building trust, and fostering deeper connections. All identities and relationship structures are welcome and respected here.
I am a licensed psychotherapist with over 21 years of experience. I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, and A.D.H.D. I use a caring, non-judgmental approach to help my clients feel and understand the meaning of their emotions and behavior. I offer clients an opportunity to explore their inner world, understand their difficulties clearly, deepen self-awareness and to make sense of their experiences. I work together with my clients to remove barriers to growth and help them achieve their potential and have deeper more meaningful connections with others as well as with themselves.
I am a licensed psychotherapist with over 21 years of experience. I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, and A.D.H.D. I use a caring, non-judgmental approach to help my clients feel and understand the meaning of their emotions and behavior. I offer clients an opportunity to explore their inner world, understand their difficulties clearly, deepen self-awareness and to make sense of their experiences. I work together with my clients to remove barriers to growth and help them achieve their potential and have deeper more meaningful connections with others as well as with themselves.
Therapy isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about having the space to explore what truly matters to you, and feel supported as you find your way forward.
I believe that no experience is too small or too complex to deserve care and understanding. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or simply uncertain about what’s next, we can work together to make sense of it with compassion and curiosity.
Therapy isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about having the space to explore what truly matters to you, and feel supported as you find your way forward.
I believe that no experience is too small or too complex to deserve care and understanding. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or simply uncertain about what’s next, we can work together to make sense of it with compassion and curiosity.
Relationships can be exhilarating, and they can also be challenging and unsettling.
Counselling is a great gift to give yourself. I’ll support you to learn strategies and skills to i) enhance your communication so you feel heard/understood; ii) manage conflict; iii) process recurring problems; iv) compromise in ways that honour your and your partner’s needs; v) establish/rekindle the connection necessary for emotional/ physical intimacy.
Relationships can be exhilarating, and they can also be challenging and unsettling.
Counselling is a great gift to give yourself. I’ll support you to learn strategies and skills to i) enhance your communication so you feel heard/understood; ii) manage conflict; iii) process recurring problems; iv) compromise in ways that honour your and your partner’s needs; v) establish/rekindle the connection necessary for emotional/ physical intimacy.
Healthy, fulfilling and authentic relationships with ourselves & others are the key to wellbeing.
I work with couples who are wishing to improve their relationship or who are struggling in their connection, as well as individuals 14 years of age or older. I am a licensed psychotherapist with the Order of Psychologists of Quebec and a licensed couple and family therapist with the Order of Social Workers & Couple & Family Therapists of Quebec.
Healthy, fulfilling and authentic relationships with ourselves & others are the key to wellbeing.
I work with couples who are wishing to improve their relationship or who are struggling in their connection, as well as individuals 14 years of age or older. I am a licensed psychotherapist with the Order of Psychologists of Quebec and a licensed couple and family therapist with the Order of Social Workers & Couple & Family Therapists of Quebec.
Have you been struggling to change, but your same behavior keeps repeating? I help untangle the thinking that keeps you spinning—with practical tools that work for your unique situation. Whether it’s co-dependency, substance use, anxiety, anger, or family issues, I get it. I won't give you cookie-cutter solutions. Are you ready to finally make a change? AA is not the only solution. I invite you to reach out and call me. Let's have a short, discovery conversation.
Have you been struggling to change, but your same behavior keeps repeating? I help untangle the thinking that keeps you spinning—with practical tools that work for your unique situation. Whether it’s co-dependency, substance use, anxiety, anger, or family issues, I get it. I won't give you cookie-cutter solutions. Are you ready to finally make a change? AA is not the only solution. I invite you to reach out and call me. Let's have a short, discovery conversation.
I am here to equip you with the tools to build a foundation for healing, helping you rediscover a sense of safety and security within yourself and your relationships.
I believe in the transformative power of rewriting your story, and that healing begins with recognizing and understanding the impact of your past experiences.
My role is to empower you to reshape your personal narrative, fostering healing and growth through evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as attachment therapy and schema-specific interventions. together, we work on creating meaningful, long-lasting change grounded in insight, self-awareness, and connection.
I am here to equip you with the tools to build a foundation for healing, helping you rediscover a sense of safety and security within yourself and your relationships.
I believe in the transformative power of rewriting your story, and that healing begins with recognizing and understanding the impact of your past experiences.
My role is to empower you to reshape your personal narrative, fostering healing and growth through evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as attachment therapy and schema-specific interventions. together, we work on creating meaningful, long-lasting change grounded in insight, self-awareness, and connection.
Mélanie Lemay holds a master’s degree in art therapy from the Université du Québec en Abitibi- Témiscamingue, where her research focused on the intersection between trauma, resilience and the power of transformation through artistic expression. She is a certified art therapist with the Association des art-thérapeutes du Québec (AATQ), and actively participates in the advancement of the profession through her involvement on the Board of Directors. Her expertise encompasses a wide range of therapeutic modalities, including mindfulness-based art therapy, trauma-informed practices and expressive arts-guided interventions.
Mélanie Lemay holds a master’s degree in art therapy from the Université du Québec en Abitibi- Témiscamingue, where her research focused on the intersection between trauma, resilience and the power of transformation through artistic expression. She is a certified art therapist with the Association des art-thérapeutes du Québec (AATQ), and actively participates in the advancement of the profession through her involvement on the Board of Directors. Her expertise encompasses a wide range of therapeutic modalities, including mindfulness-based art therapy, trauma-informed practices and expressive arts-guided interventions.
My three specialization are couples, individuals and families.
I offer a non-judgemental space, taking time to understand the nuances that come with the complexities of the human experience. My practice is LGBTQ+ friendly, kink-informed, well versed in ethical non monogamy and non-traditional family configurations. Cultural sensitivity and trauma informed care are foundational values in my work.
My three specialization are couples, individuals and families.
I offer a non-judgemental space, taking time to understand the nuances that come with the complexities of the human experience. My practice is LGBTQ+ friendly, kink-informed, well versed in ethical non monogamy and non-traditional family configurations. Cultural sensitivity and trauma informed care are foundational values in my work.
With over 13 years of professional experience, I am passionate about working with children, teens, and adults of all ages, as well as couples and families, to navigate issues such as anxiety, self-esteem, work-life balance, parenting, postpartum struggles, and couple difficulties.
I pride myself on easily creating a positive rapport, in order to provide you with a safe space to talk about personal struggles, without feeling judged. My approach is based on compassion and empowerment, while cultivating insight and self-awareness. My interventions are strength based, while taking into account prior lived experiences or traumas.
With over 13 years of professional experience, I am passionate about working with children, teens, and adults of all ages, as well as couples and families, to navigate issues such as anxiety, self-esteem, work-life balance, parenting, postpartum struggles, and couple difficulties.
I pride myself on easily creating a positive rapport, in order to provide you with a safe space to talk about personal struggles, without feeling judged. My approach is based on compassion and empowerment, while cultivating insight and self-awareness. My interventions are strength based, while taking into account prior lived experiences or traumas.
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Couples Counselling
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.