Family Therapists in Montréal, QC
The common denominator in all the clients I work with is a longing for deeper, more intimate connections.
Which makes sense. That’s what humans are wired for!
So when that wiring goes faulty, it can feel like the spark you shared with another person is beginning to dim. Maybe you’re living with someone who doesn’t feel like the person you fell in love with and your communication attempts seem to lead to conflict. Perhaps you and your partner are experiencing a mismatch in desire or life goals.
No matter what brings you to therapy, I’m here to support you in all of the ways you show up and whatever feelings surface.
The common denominator in all the clients I work with is a longing for deeper, more intimate connections.
Which makes sense. That’s what humans are wired for!
So when that wiring goes faulty, it can feel like the spark you shared with another person is beginning to dim. Maybe you’re living with someone who doesn’t feel like the person you fell in love with and your communication attempts seem to lead to conflict. Perhaps you and your partner are experiencing a mismatch in desire or life goals.
No matter what brings you to therapy, I’m here to support you in all of the ways you show up and whatever feelings surface.
The psychotherapy I am offering aims to understand the nature of your current difficulties and their underlying conflicts. The psychothetapetical treatment focuses on unresolved issues or repressed trauma, bringing the latent conflicts to consciousness. Gradually, you are becoming aware of the unconscious aspects of your distress, which eventually allows you to overcome it. I am giving importance to the development of trust and will encourages you to freely express your emotions, thoughts, memories and dreams.
The psychotherapy I am offering aims to understand the nature of your current difficulties and their underlying conflicts. The psychothetapetical treatment focuses on unresolved issues or repressed trauma, bringing the latent conflicts to consciousness. Gradually, you are becoming aware of the unconscious aspects of your distress, which eventually allows you to overcome it. I am giving importance to the development of trust and will encourages you to freely express your emotions, thoughts, memories and dreams.
I have 3 decades of counselling expertise, I can help! I trained in cognitive-behavior therapy at the MGHospital. I treat: panic attacks, fear of flying, depression, OCD, phobias, self-esteem, GAD, procrastination, assertiveness, generalized anxiety, relationship isssues, sexual abuse and incest, insomnia, infertility, and life stress. I also teach relaxation. I work with you, the client, together as a team on your special goals. We will achieve your goals together. I offer warmth and empathy in a supportive environment. Contact me so that you can begin your awesome journey to happiness!
I have 3 decades of counselling expertise, I can help! I trained in cognitive-behavior therapy at the MGHospital. I treat: panic attacks, fear of flying, depression, OCD, phobias, self-esteem, GAD, procrastination, assertiveness, generalized anxiety, relationship isssues, sexual abuse and incest, insomnia, infertility, and life stress. I also teach relaxation. I work with you, the client, together as a team on your special goals. We will achieve your goals together. I offer warmth and empathy in a supportive environment. Contact me so that you can begin your awesome journey to happiness!
My focus is working with children, teens, families, and adults with ADHD.
My experience working as an Occupational Therapist has allowed me to be an expert in the area of cognition and executive functioning. I use practical strategies and coaching to help individuals with organization, time management, attention, problem solving, social skills, routine building, impulse control, restlessness, stress, anxiety, and low self-esteem.
My focus is working with children, teens, families, and adults with ADHD.
My experience working as an Occupational Therapist has allowed me to be an expert in the area of cognition and executive functioning. I use practical strategies and coaching to help individuals with organization, time management, attention, problem solving, social skills, routine building, impulse control, restlessness, stress, anxiety, and low self-esteem.
Over the years as a helping professional I realized that people care less about clever language and elaborate techniques and more about receiving sincere love and compassion, living hope and courage, honest feedback, and new perspectives. What proved to help is having the mutual trust to explore and work on intimate, sometimes painful topics, step-by-step. Together, we invite your strengths and natural wisdom to take the steering wheel of your life, letting go of the grasp of your fears and limiting self-beliefs. Together, we also help you chose and create new habits towards a better ways of being.
Over the years as a helping professional I realized that people care less about clever language and elaborate techniques and more about receiving sincere love and compassion, living hope and courage, honest feedback, and new perspectives. What proved to help is having the mutual trust to explore and work on intimate, sometimes painful topics, step-by-step. Together, we invite your strengths and natural wisdom to take the steering wheel of your life, letting go of the grasp of your fears and limiting self-beliefs. Together, we also help you chose and create new habits towards a better ways of being.
We all struggle sometimes and deserve support. Life can be hard, because of a conflict, transition, separation, loss, or because the world's sick and it's a lot harder for some to survive. It can help to talk, feel supported and heard by someone who can validate and understand our reality. I hope to create an environment full of care, including for queer and trans folks and their loved ones, and everyone living at the intersection of one or several forms of oppression. It's crucial for me to recognize and centre the expertise of each person over their own lived experience.
We all struggle sometimes and deserve support. Life can be hard, because of a conflict, transition, separation, loss, or because the world's sick and it's a lot harder for some to survive. It can help to talk, feel supported and heard by someone who can validate and understand our reality. I hope to create an environment full of care, including for queer and trans folks and their loved ones, and everyone living at the intersection of one or several forms of oppression. It's crucial for me to recognize and centre the expertise of each person over their own lived experience.
You’re thoughtful and self-aware, yet you keep finding yourself in the same painful patterns, especially in relationships. You may overthink, people-please, feel intense guilt, or worry you’re “too much” or “not enough.” You sense your reactions are rooted in earlier experiences such as, emotional neglect, relational trauma, or wounds that still live in your nervous system. You’re tired of only managing symptoms and ready to heal at the source, building more secure, connected relationships with yourself and others.
You’re thoughtful and self-aware, yet you keep finding yourself in the same painful patterns, especially in relationships. You may overthink, people-please, feel intense guilt, or worry you’re “too much” or “not enough.” You sense your reactions are rooted in earlier experiences such as, emotional neglect, relational trauma, or wounds that still live in your nervous system. You’re tired of only managing symptoms and ready to heal at the source, building more secure, connected relationships with yourself and others.
Support for addiction recovery, anxiety, depression, shame, trauma, self-esteem and self-worth, body image, relationships, family-of-origin issues, postpartum mental health, parenting, entrepreneurship, grief, personal development, life skills, career and academic exploration and major life transitions.
My services and specialties include clinical counselling and coaching, semi- intensive outpatient care, family services, intervention, case management, speaker events, workshops, wellness retreats along with consulting and mentorship services.
Support for addiction recovery, anxiety, depression, shame, trauma, self-esteem and self-worth, body image, relationships, family-of-origin issues, postpartum mental health, parenting, entrepreneurship, grief, personal development, life skills, career and academic exploration and major life transitions.
My services and specialties include clinical counselling and coaching, semi- intensive outpatient care, family services, intervention, case management, speaker events, workshops, wellness retreats along with consulting and mentorship services.
I specialize in psychotherapy and sex therapy with LGBTQ+ adults, particularly gay, bisexual, and queer men navigating anxiety, relationships, intimacy, self-esteem, sexuality, and identity. Many of my clients struggle with loneliness, shame, dating and relationship difficulties, sexual concerns, or feeling disconnected from themselves or others despite appearing functional in many areas of life. I offer a supportive, affirming space where clients can explore these experiences with openness, curiosity, and care.
I specialize in psychotherapy and sex therapy with LGBTQ+ adults, particularly gay, bisexual, and queer men navigating anxiety, relationships, intimacy, self-esteem, sexuality, and identity. Many of my clients struggle with loneliness, shame, dating and relationship difficulties, sexual concerns, or feeling disconnected from themselves or others despite appearing functional in many areas of life. I offer a supportive, affirming space where clients can explore these experiences with openness, curiosity, and care.
I work with adults navigating some of life's most demanding passages — trauma, grief, depression, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, and major transitions. I also support individuals who are not in crisis but feel a persistent pull toward greater self-understanding, clarity of values, and a life that feels more genuinely their own. My team shares this commitment: we meet each client where they are, and work collaboratively toward meaningful, lasting change. Lower-cost services are also available through supervised interns.
I work with adults navigating some of life's most demanding passages — trauma, grief, depression, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, and major transitions. I also support individuals who are not in crisis but feel a persistent pull toward greater self-understanding, clarity of values, and a life that feels more genuinely their own. My team shares this commitment: we meet each client where they are, and work collaboratively toward meaningful, lasting change. Lower-cost services are also available through supervised interns.
Working with families with children of all ages, I specialize in helping strengthen the parent-child relationship.
In addition to working with parents-to-be and new parents after the birth or adoption of a child, I coach parents through tantrums, separation difficulties, and potty training. I also work directly with children experiencing anger, anxiety, and social struggles.
Working with families with children of all ages, I specialize in helping strengthen the parent-child relationship.
In addition to working with parents-to-be and new parents after the birth or adoption of a child, I coach parents through tantrums, separation difficulties, and potty training. I also work directly with children experiencing anger, anxiety, and social struggles.
Life can feel overwhelming when you’re navigating a transition, struggling in your relationships, or feeling stuck in patterns you can’t seem to break. You might be dealing with anxiety, low mood, ADHD-related challenges like focus or overwhelm, or tension with your partner that keeps repeating. I’m Kelly, a Registered Psychotherapist, and I support individuals and couples who are ready for things to feel different. My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed. Together, we’ll make sense of what’s going on beneath the surface so you can feel more grounded, clear, and connected.
Life can feel overwhelming when you’re navigating a transition, struggling in your relationships, or feeling stuck in patterns you can’t seem to break. You might be dealing with anxiety, low mood, ADHD-related challenges like focus or overwhelm, or tension with your partner that keeps repeating. I’m Kelly, a Registered Psychotherapist, and I support individuals and couples who are ready for things to feel different. My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed. Together, we’ll make sense of what’s going on beneath the surface so you can feel more grounded, clear, and connected.
I work with children, teens and young adults. I specialize in ADHD and autism assessments (teens and young adults). I also offer psycho-educational assessments to children (ADHD, dyslexia and other Learning Disabilities) to ensure that they reach their full academic potential. I provide therapy to children and teens who struggle with behavior problems, anxiety and issues related to parental separation. I also have extensive experience helping young adults feel good about themselves and deal with a variety of problems, including ADHD, anxiety, relationship issues and stress.
I work with children, teens and young adults. I specialize in ADHD and autism assessments (teens and young adults). I also offer psycho-educational assessments to children (ADHD, dyslexia and other Learning Disabilities) to ensure that they reach their full academic potential. I provide therapy to children and teens who struggle with behavior problems, anxiety and issues related to parental separation. I also have extensive experience helping young adults feel good about themselves and deal with a variety of problems, including ADHD, anxiety, relationship issues and stress.
Specialized in youth and family counseling, Stephanie's trauma-informed, humanistic, systemic, strengths-based, compassion-focused approach meets every client where they are with kindness and understanding.
Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, grief, conflict, loneliness, or big life changes like divorce, everyone deserves to feel safe, truly seen and appreciated for who they are. From this place of safety, even children can learn to navigate uncomfortable emotions with curious, mindful awareness and discover their powerful inner strength. Sometimes we just need gentle guidance and support to shift our habits. That’s where I come in.
Specialized in youth and family counseling, Stephanie's trauma-informed, humanistic, systemic, strengths-based, compassion-focused approach meets every client where they are with kindness and understanding.
Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, grief, conflict, loneliness, or big life changes like divorce, everyone deserves to feel safe, truly seen and appreciated for who they are. From this place of safety, even children can learn to navigate uncomfortable emotions with curious, mindful awareness and discover their powerful inner strength. Sometimes we just need gentle guidance and support to shift our habits. That’s where I come in.
Individual & Couples Therapist / Jenn
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, BSc, BA, CCPA, RP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
The world can feel like a lot right now. You might be holding everything together on the outside while feeling burned out, stuck, or disconnected underneath. Stress, relationship challenges, demanding work, or major life transitions can quietly take their toll. I work with individuals and couples who are navigating these pressures while trying to stay strong for the people around them. As a Registered Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, I support clients facing relationship difficulties, burnout, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, depression, PTSD and major life transitions.
The world can feel like a lot right now. You might be holding everything together on the outside while feeling burned out, stuck, or disconnected underneath. Stress, relationship challenges, demanding work, or major life transitions can quietly take their toll. I work with individuals and couples who are navigating these pressures while trying to stay strong for the people around them. As a Registered Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, I support clients facing relationship difficulties, burnout, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, depression, PTSD and major life transitions.
Family, work, and personal life are all intertwined and connected.
Difficult life challenges and decisions can be overwhelming. Clients can feel stuck and directionless. I have a real capacity to help clients gain better understanding and create change. I have a Masters in Counselling, McGill University and am a certified Executive/Life Coach. Clients can have challenges that benefit not just from awareness or insight but also need behavioural change. I facilitate clients to learn practical skills and explore issues more deeply. Having lived and worked overseas for 10 years in several different countries means I have cultural awareness. I am skilled at picking out the real issues and concerns.
Family, work, and personal life are all intertwined and connected.
Difficult life challenges and decisions can be overwhelming. Clients can feel stuck and directionless. I have a real capacity to help clients gain better understanding and create change. I have a Masters in Counselling, McGill University and am a certified Executive/Life Coach. Clients can have challenges that benefit not just from awareness or insight but also need behavioural change. I facilitate clients to learn practical skills and explore issues more deeply. Having lived and worked overseas for 10 years in several different countries means I have cultural awareness. I am skilled at picking out the real issues and concerns.
I have spent my professional life working with individuals suffering from mental health issues. I am interested in helping to cultivate conditions that promote recovery. The ideal client would want to understand their role in this process and be willing to work collaboratively on a therapeutic plan. I am best reached by email.
I have spent my professional life working with individuals suffering from mental health issues. I am interested in helping to cultivate conditions that promote recovery. The ideal client would want to understand their role in this process and be willing to work collaboratively on a therapeutic plan. I am best reached by email.
My practice is designed to meet your specific requirements for an individual or couple. I have an integrative approach based on emotion-focused therapy (EFT), mindfulness, somatic body exercise (Trauma), hypnosis exercise, and humanistic therapy. I also use Neurofeedback (ILF). I work with you to enhance your couple connection by identifying how your emotions, mind, and stress all work together to trigger inappropriate ideas, feelings, and behaviors, creating a dynamic in your relationship that may be undesirable. I help you have greater access to your own healing power, so you can help yourself and/or balance your relationship.
My practice is designed to meet your specific requirements for an individual or couple. I have an integrative approach based on emotion-focused therapy (EFT), mindfulness, somatic body exercise (Trauma), hypnosis exercise, and humanistic therapy. I also use Neurofeedback (ILF). I work with you to enhance your couple connection by identifying how your emotions, mind, and stress all work together to trigger inappropriate ideas, feelings, and behaviors, creating a dynamic in your relationship that may be undesirable. I help you have greater access to your own healing power, so you can help yourself and/or balance your relationship.
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.
You’re a high-functioning man or young professional who looks successful on the outside but feels anxious, burned out, or disconnected on the inside. You overthink, struggle with stress, relationship uncertainty, or low self-confidence, and feel pressure to always keep it together. Maybe expressing emotions feels uncomfortable, or you’ve been told to “handle it yourself.” You want clarity, stronger relationships, emotional control, and a way to feel steady without losing your ambition or independence.
You’re a high-functioning man or young professional who looks successful on the outside but feels anxious, burned out, or disconnected on the inside. You overthink, struggle with stress, relationship uncertainty, or low self-confidence, and feel pressure to always keep it together. Maybe expressing emotions feels uncomfortable, or you’ve been told to “handle it yourself.” You want clarity, stronger relationships, emotional control, and a way to feel steady without losing your ambition or independence.
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FAQ - About Family Therapy
What issues does family therapy help with?
Family therapy can help families navigate the complex dynamics of family life, including communication challenges and recurring conflict between family members. A therapist can help family members identify dysfunctional patterns in communication and develop healthier ways of relating. Family therapy may also be helpful during major life transitions or stressful events that affect the family system, such as grief, divorce, trauma, relocation, or a serious illness. In some cases, family therapy can support families coping with specific mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, alcohol or substance use disorders, and eating disorders. In these situations, therapy can provide education and support to family members, as well as to the individual with the mental health diagnosis.
How do I know if my family needs counselling?
Family therapy may be helpful if a family consistently struggles with conflict or communication in a way that affects daily life or relationships. It can also be beneficial when someone in the family is experiencing significant emotional or behavioural changes, such as a family member becoming aggressive, withdrawing, or struggling to cope after a traumatic event. Additionally, some concerns, such as addiction or eating disorders, may be especially important to address in the context of the family unit.
Who attends family counselling sessions?
Family counselling sessions are often attended by members of the immediate family, such as parents, caregivers, children, or siblings. However, other family members may attend when appropriate, including grandparents, stepparents, stepsiblings, or co-parents. Who attends may depend on the family’s needs, the therapist’s recommendations, and the goals of treatment.
Can family therapy be done online?
Family therapy can often be done online. Virtual sessions may be especially convenient when family members live in different locations, have busy schedules, or live in a province, territory, or rural area where family therapists are less accessible. However, online therapy may not be the best fit for every family. In-person care may be more appropriate when there are safety concerns, severe conflict, limited privacy at home, or when young children have difficulty engaging through a screen.
What therapeutic approaches are used in family counselling?
Family therapy can take different forms, including systemic family therapy (exploring how individual actions affect the family), structural family therapy (uncovering the structure and relationship dynamics of the family unit), and attachment-based family therapy (focusing on how bonds between family members shape relationships). Family therapy may also include psychoeducation, which helps family members learn more about a mental health condition and how to respond to it more effectively.
How much does family therapy cost and is it covered by insurance?
Family therapy sessions, which typically last about an hour, often range from $100 to $200 or more, depending on factors such as location, therapist experience, session length, and practice setting. In general, family therapy may cost more than individual therapy because it involves multiple participants and more complex treatment planning. Coverage for family therapy varies by province or territory and by private insurance plan, if applicable. Family therapy provided by a therapist in private practice is often paid out of pocket, although some plans may reimburse services from eligible providers such as psychologists, registered social workers, psychotherapists, or counsellors, particularly when therapy is related to a diagnosed mental health condition affecting someone in the family. Public coverage is generally not an option for family therapy, unless provided through a community clinic or publicly funded agency.