Therapists in Montréal, QC
In my 19 years of working as a psychologist I have met with all types of people facing a myriad of challenges. What I have learned over the years is every one of us is doing our very best to get through life. Sometimes, we need help learning new ways to be our best selves. My goal in therapy is guiding people not just to survive, but to thrive. I will meet you where you are, and build from there. I like to teach skills that can be used long after therapy has ended. I focus not only on healing trauma and reducing symptoms, but I also help others find meaning and fulfillment in order to enjoy life again.
In my 19 years of working as a psychologist I have met with all types of people facing a myriad of challenges. What I have learned over the years is every one of us is doing our very best to get through life. Sometimes, we need help learning new ways to be our best selves. My goal in therapy is guiding people not just to survive, but to thrive. I will meet you where you are, and build from there. I like to teach skills that can be used long after therapy has ended. I focus not only on healing trauma and reducing symptoms, but I also help others find meaning and fulfillment in order to enjoy life again.
I have been working with youth for over 15 years and have a comprehensive knowledge of difficulties that can affect children and teens. I also have expertise supporting adults in their parenting, relationships, life transitions and mental health issues. My work with individuals aim to support and improve self-expression and empowerment. With a client-centered practice, I apply techniques from different approaches such as gestalt-therapy, psychodynamic approach, cognitive-behavioral-therapy and systematic therapy. I offer art therapy sessions in English or in French.
I have been working with youth for over 15 years and have a comprehensive knowledge of difficulties that can affect children and teens. I also have expertise supporting adults in their parenting, relationships, life transitions and mental health issues. My work with individuals aim to support and improve self-expression and empowerment. With a client-centered practice, I apply techniques from different approaches such as gestalt-therapy, psychodynamic approach, cognitive-behavioral-therapy and systematic therapy. I offer art therapy sessions in English or in French.
Life can be exceptionally difficult. You may be feeling overwhelmed recently, or weighed down by something you’ve been carrying for years. You may know the issues in your life that are causing you suffering, or you may just feel something isn’t right but aren't sure where to start. Engaging in therapy provides an opportunity for meaningful healing and relief.
Life can be exceptionally difficult. You may be feeling overwhelmed recently, or weighed down by something you’ve been carrying for years. You may know the issues in your life that are causing you suffering, or you may just feel something isn’t right but aren't sure where to start. Engaging in therapy provides an opportunity for meaningful healing and relief.
I practice individual psychotherapy with an adult population. I work with Mood Disorders (depression, burnout, adjustment difficulties) and Anxiety Disorders (Social or performance anxiety, generalized anxiety, perfectionism, etc.) and am particularly interested in treating complex trauma (difficult childhood, repeated traumatic events, abusive relationships). I frequently help people with self-esteem, stress management, assertiveness, difficult life situations, grief, burnout and post-partum difficulties.
I practice individual psychotherapy with an adult population. I work with Mood Disorders (depression, burnout, adjustment difficulties) and Anxiety Disorders (Social or performance anxiety, generalized anxiety, perfectionism, etc.) and am particularly interested in treating complex trauma (difficult childhood, repeated traumatic events, abusive relationships). I frequently help people with self-esteem, stress management, assertiveness, difficult life situations, grief, burnout and post-partum difficulties.
Caitlin supports adults throughout their parenting journey, through grief and burnout. Whether you’re a new or seasoned parent, this role can feel overwhelming and Caitlin is especially passionate about helping you manage and understand these feelings. She can also help you navigate prenatal and postnatal challenges, and the everyday transitions you experience in parenthood. Caitlin is here to help you build the confidence and skills you need to become a mentally and emotionally strong parent.
Caitlin supports adults throughout their parenting journey, through grief and burnout. Whether you’re a new or seasoned parent, this role can feel overwhelming and Caitlin is especially passionate about helping you manage and understand these feelings. She can also help you navigate prenatal and postnatal challenges, and the everyday transitions you experience in parenthood. Caitlin is here to help you build the confidence and skills you need to become a mentally and emotionally strong parent.
If you struggle with never feeling good enough, perfectionism, or frequent burnout from people pleasing, you’re not alone. Maybe you grew up playing a role in your family that you’re trying to grow out of, but find yourself stuck, repeating old patterns as an adult. I’m here to help. Some things we may explore include: bottled up feelings or unmet needs, what motivates you to behave or think in certain ways, setting effective boundaries, and letting go of what no longer serves you. This work makes it possible for you to heal old wounds, end painful cycles, enjoy more satisfying relationships, and make way for your authentic self.
If you struggle with never feeling good enough, perfectionism, or frequent burnout from people pleasing, you’re not alone. Maybe you grew up playing a role in your family that you’re trying to grow out of, but find yourself stuck, repeating old patterns as an adult. I’m here to help. Some things we may explore include: bottled up feelings or unmet needs, what motivates you to behave or think in certain ways, setting effective boundaries, and letting go of what no longer serves you. This work makes it possible for you to heal old wounds, end painful cycles, enjoy more satisfying relationships, and make way for your authentic self.
I have over 25 years experience, and extensive training specializing in therapy with people whose relationships have become places of fear, insecurity, and loneliness, where bonds of emotional safety, trust and intimacy have gradually eroded. I offer a short-term, emotionally focused approach (EFT) that's scientifically proven and highly successful in creating greater closeness, a way back to the heart of your relationship. When the connection that you'd hoped to depend on forever seems lost, replaced by distance and confusion, I can help you rekindle intimacy and compassion, a secure bond you can depend on even in hard times.
I have over 25 years experience, and extensive training specializing in therapy with people whose relationships have become places of fear, insecurity, and loneliness, where bonds of emotional safety, trust and intimacy have gradually eroded. I offer a short-term, emotionally focused approach (EFT) that's scientifically proven and highly successful in creating greater closeness, a way back to the heart of your relationship. When the connection that you'd hoped to depend on forever seems lost, replaced by distance and confusion, I can help you rekindle intimacy and compassion, a secure bond you can depend on even in hard times.
I believe that every difficulty we meet on the journey of our lives is an opportunity to evolve - by deepening our consciousness and love so that we can participate more fully in life. I see psychotherapy as mostly a process of redirecting energies, from protective & survival modes to self-actualization. I work with adults on issues of life transitions (loss, separation, adjustment disorders), depression, anxiety, eco-anxiety, addictions, high sensitivity, giftedness, creative blocks, questions of meaning & purpose in life, etc.
I believe that every difficulty we meet on the journey of our lives is an opportunity to evolve - by deepening our consciousness and love so that we can participate more fully in life. I see psychotherapy as mostly a process of redirecting energies, from protective & survival modes to self-actualization. I work with adults on issues of life transitions (loss, separation, adjustment disorders), depression, anxiety, eco-anxiety, addictions, high sensitivity, giftedness, creative blocks, questions of meaning & purpose in life, etc.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues or feeling lost which affects your day-to-day? When we are unsatisfied and frustrated by expectations, getting through our days can be challenging with the constant pondering of how our life could be better. I believe everyone should have a life worth living which is why I offer counselling services for clients living with anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, relationship issues, life transitions, body image and chronic dieting issues, and career and academic success. I start by understanding not only what brings you to therapy, but who you are as a person.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues or feeling lost which affects your day-to-day? When we are unsatisfied and frustrated by expectations, getting through our days can be challenging with the constant pondering of how our life could be better. I believe everyone should have a life worth living which is why I offer counselling services for clients living with anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, relationship issues, life transitions, body image and chronic dieting issues, and career and academic success. I start by understanding not only what brings you to therapy, but who you are as a person.
As a clinical Social Worker and licensed Psychotherapist, I have been providing therapeutic intervention for over 30-years in the greater Montreal area. I have extensive experience working with adolescents and adults. My expertise is in working with individuals and those closest to them suffering from addiction, as well as those dealing with problems associated with anxiety, relationships, depression and other related areas. I work with individuals, those who support them and groups, and use an eclectic approach to customize my techniques to best fit your individual needs.
As a clinical Social Worker and licensed Psychotherapist, I have been providing therapeutic intervention for over 30-years in the greater Montreal area. I have extensive experience working with adolescents and adults. My expertise is in working with individuals and those closest to them suffering from addiction, as well as those dealing with problems associated with anxiety, relationships, depression and other related areas. I work with individuals, those who support them and groups, and use an eclectic approach to customize my techniques to best fit your individual needs.
Accepting new clients.
As a licensed psychotherapist, I work with adults experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, overwhelming emotions, as well as those facing difficulties in their relationships and adjustments to challenging life transitions.
Accepting new clients.
As a licensed psychotherapist, I work with adults experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, overwhelming emotions, as well as those facing difficulties in their relationships and adjustments to challenging life transitions.
Over the past 19 years I have had the honor of supporting my clients' journeys of healing and growth. I provide deep listening, respect, and a safe space for clients to reflect and expand self-awareness. We work together to identify and achieve your individualized therapeutic goals. As a result of therapy, my clients have been able to: Improve decision-making, manage difficult emotions with integrity, have loving relationships with family, and let go of old fears and hurt, to enjoy life in the present.
Over the past 19 years I have had the honor of supporting my clients' journeys of healing and growth. I provide deep listening, respect, and a safe space for clients to reflect and expand self-awareness. We work together to identify and achieve your individualized therapeutic goals. As a result of therapy, my clients have been able to: Improve decision-making, manage difficult emotions with integrity, have loving relationships with family, and let go of old fears and hurt, to enjoy life in the present.
Arielle Gottesman, BSW, MSW, T.S. graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work from McGill University and went on to complete her Masters of Social Work at the University of Toronto. Arielle has provided both short term and long-term supportive counselling to individuals in community, hospital, and clinic settings. After over ten years as a professional social worker, Arielle is motivated and humbled to work alongside her clients. Arielle creates a safe space where you feel comfortable sharing any challenge that you are facing. Her warm, empathetic and human approach ensures a judgment free zone.
Arielle Gottesman, BSW, MSW, T.S. graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work from McGill University and went on to complete her Masters of Social Work at the University of Toronto. Arielle has provided both short term and long-term supportive counselling to individuals in community, hospital, and clinic settings. After over ten years as a professional social worker, Arielle is motivated and humbled to work alongside her clients. Arielle creates a safe space where you feel comfortable sharing any challenge that you are facing. Her warm, empathetic and human approach ensures a judgment free zone.
You constantly feel like nothing you do is ever good enough? You feel stuck in your relationships? You are overwhelmed with life? You feel worried about all the what-ifs? You keep blaming yourself for something you did or didn’t do? You feel like a failure and treat yourself like an enemy on the inside? You feel unwell without understand why? You are not alone! We all face challenges at times. I talk about those things all the time in my work at McGill University’s Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences! While challenges are natural and human, they can be quite painful, and I am happy to help!
You constantly feel like nothing you do is ever good enough? You feel stuck in your relationships? You are overwhelmed with life? You feel worried about all the what-ifs? You keep blaming yourself for something you did or didn’t do? You feel like a failure and treat yourself like an enemy on the inside? You feel unwell without understand why? You are not alone! We all face challenges at times. I talk about those things all the time in my work at McGill University’s Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences! While challenges are natural and human, they can be quite painful, and I am happy to help!
Hello! As an art therapist, I would like to accompany you through the creative process. I'm a great believer in the unsuspected benefits of art therapy, especially through the stimulation of curiosity and creativity, which I believe is necessary to maintain balance in our lives. I'm here to help you find a sense of calm, understand and express yourself, and develop your creativity. Greater self-awareness and self-expression can lead to the emergence of inner solutions, develop self-esteem and well-being, and foster empowerment.
Hello! As an art therapist, I would like to accompany you through the creative process. I'm a great believer in the unsuspected benefits of art therapy, especially through the stimulation of curiosity and creativity, which I believe is necessary to maintain balance in our lives. I'm here to help you find a sense of calm, understand and express yourself, and develop your creativity. Greater self-awareness and self-expression can lead to the emergence of inner solutions, develop self-esteem and well-being, and foster empowerment.
For over 20 years I have worked with adults facing difficult life stressors including relationship difficulties, separation, divorce, trauma, substance abuse, medical issues, grief issues. I work with clients in an empathic way which fosters self-awareness and positive change. I integrate resilience principles and insight oriented/interpersonal strategies with cognitive-behavioral therapy, to promote coping skills and build self esteem. My specialties include depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties and grief.
For over 20 years I have worked with adults facing difficult life stressors including relationship difficulties, separation, divorce, trauma, substance abuse, medical issues, grief issues. I work with clients in an empathic way which fosters self-awareness and positive change. I integrate resilience principles and insight oriented/interpersonal strategies with cognitive-behavioral therapy, to promote coping skills and build self esteem. My specialties include depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties and grief.
I am a licensed psychologist with the OPQ. I obtained my doctorate degree in School/Applied Child Psychology from McGill University. I have over fifteen years of experience working with preschool and school-age children, adolescents, and their families in hospital, school, and private practice settings. For 8 years I worked at Summit School, a school for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I also worked at the Montreal Children's Hospital, Pediatric Feeding Program.
I am a licensed psychologist with the OPQ. I obtained my doctorate degree in School/Applied Child Psychology from McGill University. I have over fifteen years of experience working with preschool and school-age children, adolescents, and their families in hospital, school, and private practice settings. For 8 years I worked at Summit School, a school for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I also worked at the Montreal Children's Hospital, Pediatric Feeding Program.
Would you like to stand in your power, be more in control of your life? To solve a problem, Einstein said you must first change the mindset that created it. It starts “within” you! Having worked with thousands of clients over 18 years, I’ve observed that we have 2 voices in our head - the conscious and subconscious minds. When your 2 voices don't get along, it feels like a battle is raging within, and it’s this gap that causes your anxiety, depression, fears, and emotional struggles; but when your 2 voices align in harmony, you experience inner strength, joy, passion, your TrueSelf, and feel energized in the pursuit of your desires.
Would you like to stand in your power, be more in control of your life? To solve a problem, Einstein said you must first change the mindset that created it. It starts “within” you! Having worked with thousands of clients over 18 years, I’ve observed that we have 2 voices in our head - the conscious and subconscious minds. When your 2 voices don't get along, it feels like a battle is raging within, and it’s this gap that causes your anxiety, depression, fears, and emotional struggles; but when your 2 voices align in harmony, you experience inner strength, joy, passion, your TrueSelf, and feel energized in the pursuit of your desires.
We all have a need to feel seen, heard and understood—especially during our most difficult times. I offer a safe place for you to process your thoughts and feelings. Together we will expand on, and enhance your self-awareness and ability to cope with life’s most challenging moments. In this process you will be supported in learning how to change unhealthy patterns and thoughts that keep you feeling stuck. The process will allow you to recognize and mobilize your innate strengths to make the changes you desire.
We all have a need to feel seen, heard and understood—especially during our most difficult times. I offer a safe place for you to process your thoughts and feelings. Together we will expand on, and enhance your self-awareness and ability to cope with life’s most challenging moments. In this process you will be supported in learning how to change unhealthy patterns and thoughts that keep you feeling stuck. The process will allow you to recognize and mobilize your innate strengths to make the changes you desire.
Are you feeling down, overwhelmed or anxious? I know how hard and challenging it could be to reach out for help. I am passionate about creating a warm and non-judgmental environment where individuals can express themselves freely. I strive to accommodate my client’s needs while remaining solution focused.I help my clients identify their challenges and utilize their strengths to make positive changes in their lives, improve self-confidence and create resiliency.
Are you feeling down, overwhelmed or anxious? I know how hard and challenging it could be to reach out for help. I am passionate about creating a warm and non-judgmental environment where individuals can express themselves freely. I strive to accommodate my client’s needs while remaining solution focused.I help my clients identify their challenges and utilize their strengths to make positive changes in their lives, improve self-confidence and create resiliency.
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Number of Counsellors in Montréal, QC
700+
Average cost per session
$160
Counsellors in Montréal, QC who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 84% | Relationship Issues |
| 84% | Self Esteem |
| 82% | Depression |
| 76% | Stress |
| 63% | Coping Skills |
| 63% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 66% | SunLife |
| 57% | Manulife |
| 53% | Canada Life | Great-West Life |
How Counsellors in Montréal, QC see their clients
| 60% | In Person and Online | |
| 40% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 79% | Female | |
| 18% | Male | |
| 3% | Non-Binary |