Therapists in Montréal, QC
Amanda Sevy
Counsellor, MA, co
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H4A
Counselling can feel scary and uncomfortable, but it can also be a safe and supportive space to help you unpack the difficult experiences and emotions that are weighing heavily upon you. If you can answer yes to any of the following questions, I empathize with your pain and struggle and am ready and willing to help. Are you struggling to navigate a current situation or relationship-dynamic? Are you starting to realize that your usual ways of coping are no longer working for you? Do you want to see and feel progress but don't know where to start? Is your inner-dialogue filled with shame, criticism and unhelpful ways of thinking?
Counselling can feel scary and uncomfortable, but it can also be a safe and supportive space to help you unpack the difficult experiences and emotions that are weighing heavily upon you. If you can answer yes to any of the following questions, I empathize with your pain and struggle and am ready and willing to help. Are you struggling to navigate a current situation or relationship-dynamic? Are you starting to realize that your usual ways of coping are no longer working for you? Do you want to see and feel progress but don't know where to start? Is your inner-dialogue filled with shame, criticism and unhelpful ways of thinking?
Wendy Lehman
MA, LPC, ACNN
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H2X
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.
Madeleine Hall
Counsellor, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H4A
Not accepting new clients
Over time, experiences are written into our minds and bodies, and can keep us feeling stuck in patterns of thinking, behaving, and relating that no longer serve us. In therapy we can work together to unfurl these stories; finding freedom from automatic responses, and illuminating pathways to healing that are in line with your goals and values. I work with adults and older teens experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, emotional dysregulation & more. I provide unconditional support, honest feedback, and gentle guidance to help you process your experiences, develop insights, and create lasting change.
Over time, experiences are written into our minds and bodies, and can keep us feeling stuck in patterns of thinking, behaving, and relating that no longer serve us. In therapy we can work together to unfurl these stories; finding freedom from automatic responses, and illuminating pathways to healing that are in line with your goals and values. I work with adults and older teens experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, emotional dysregulation & more. I provide unconditional support, honest feedback, and gentle guidance to help you process your experiences, develop insights, and create lasting change.
Susie Showers
Counsellor, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H2J
Your relationships can be an incredible source of pleasure and connection, AND they can be the biggest source of tension and exhaustion. You might feel rigid and uncreative, or be falling into people-pleasing habits. You may feel overwhelming physical sensations of constriction, pain or numbness. You play a vast range of roles in your friendships, romantic & intimate dynamics, and at work. This can be a lot to handle, and you may be masking your authentic self. Creative arts therapy can offer new ways to find playfulness so you can relax into intimacy in your relationships, your body, and fully own the stories that shape you.
Your relationships can be an incredible source of pleasure and connection, AND they can be the biggest source of tension and exhaustion. You might feel rigid and uncreative, or be falling into people-pleasing habits. You may feel overwhelming physical sensations of constriction, pain or numbness. You play a vast range of roles in your friendships, romantic & intimate dynamics, and at work. This can be a lot to handle, and you may be masking your authentic self. Creative arts therapy can offer new ways to find playfulness so you can relax into intimacy in your relationships, your body, and fully own the stories that shape you.
Shimmon Hutchinson
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW (c)
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H3H
Over the last 11+ years, I have worked with children, individuals, couples, and families in Youth Protection, Teaching/Education, and Community settings. My expertise covers areas such as conjugal violence, emotional dysregulation, Anger Management, men's issues, trauma, racial trauma, anxiety, identity, race and culture, self-esteem, attachment, parenting, co-parenting, and fostering.
Over the last 11+ years, I have worked with children, individuals, couples, and families in Youth Protection, Teaching/Education, and Community settings. My expertise covers areas such as conjugal violence, emotional dysregulation, Anger Management, men's issues, trauma, racial trauma, anxiety, identity, race and culture, self-esteem, attachment, parenting, co-parenting, and fostering.
Patricia Ivan
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H4A
Waitlist for new clients
Patricia is an experienced individual and marital/family therapist. She is a sensitive and caring person with exceptional listening skills, depth of intellect and moral objectivity. Clients appreciate her ability to tap into their resources, and they frequently return at different stages of their lives. Patricia counsels people with a variety of psychological and interpersonal issues: work, life, relationship conflict or transitions, anxiety/depression, burnout, loss, separation, divorce, eating disorders, existential and spiritual crises. She is approachable and non-judgmental.
Patricia is an experienced individual and marital/family therapist. She is a sensitive and caring person with exceptional listening skills, depth of intellect and moral objectivity. Clients appreciate her ability to tap into their resources, and they frequently return at different stages of their lives. Patricia counsels people with a variety of psychological and interpersonal issues: work, life, relationship conflict or transitions, anxiety/depression, burnout, loss, separation, divorce, eating disorders, existential and spiritual crises. She is approachable and non-judgmental.
Sebastien Nguyen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H3T
Not accepting new clients
I am a psychologist, member of the Ordre des Psychologues du Québec. My approach is warm, accessible, authentic, and committed to your goals. Our work will be collaborative, respect your pace, and ensure that you are given enough guidance to develop perspective and start to get unstuck. Together, we can address questions and challenges concerning your mood, anxiety, stress, self-esteem, identity, relationships, or life changes. I am comfortable in both French and English.
I am a psychologist, member of the Ordre des Psychologues du Québec. My approach is warm, accessible, authentic, and committed to your goals. Our work will be collaborative, respect your pace, and ensure that you are given enough guidance to develop perspective and start to get unstuck. Together, we can address questions and challenges concerning your mood, anxiety, stress, self-esteem, identity, relationships, or life changes. I am comfortable in both French and English.
Emilie Marzinotto
Registered Psychotherapist, MSW, CFT
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H3X (Online Only)
At the heart of my practice is an enduring commitment to provide a genuine, warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental space where you can feel supported and heard. Whether you are facing difficulties as an individual, couple, family, or relational system, I will offer you a caring environment where your strengths will be emphasized and where, together, we can explore meaning making to bring about change.
At the heart of my practice is an enduring commitment to provide a genuine, warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental space where you can feel supported and heard. Whether you are facing difficulties as an individual, couple, family, or relational system, I will offer you a caring environment where your strengths will be emphasized and where, together, we can explore meaning making to bring about change.
Jd Drummond
Registered Social Worker, MSW, PSW
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H2J (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! Please note I am currently offering online appointments only. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where you can work through your concerns and feel heard and understood. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions, I am here to help. You may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or lost, and are seeking a compassionate and non-judgmental space to explore thoughts and feelings. I understand that everyone's journey is unique, and it's essential to have a safe and supportive environment to explore and work through life's challenges.
Welcome! Please note I am currently offering online appointments only. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where you can work through your concerns and feel heard and understood. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions, I am here to help. You may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or lost, and are seeking a compassionate and non-judgmental space to explore thoughts and feelings. I understand that everyone's journey is unique, and it's essential to have a safe and supportive environment to explore and work through life's challenges.
Dani Minuskin
Art Therapist, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H2J
Occurring at any point in the lifespan, difficult and traumatic life experiences can leave their traces on us and impact the way that we experience the world around us. Have you found that the wounded parts of you are directing too much of your life? Are you looking for better coping skills? It might be time for you to begin the work of healing and start to experience the world more peacefully. I support women, non-binary, and trans adults who are looking to heal wounds related to traumatic experiences.
Occurring at any point in the lifespan, difficult and traumatic life experiences can leave their traces on us and impact the way that we experience the world around us. Have you found that the wounded parts of you are directing too much of your life? Are you looking for better coping skills? It might be time for you to begin the work of healing and start to experience the world more peacefully. I support women, non-binary, and trans adults who are looking to heal wounds related to traumatic experiences.
Montreal Mental Wellness Clinic
Psychologist, PhD, OPQ, Prof, McGill
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H3X
Are you overwhelmed by anxiety and depression? Are you struggling to manage your emotions and symptoms? Maybe your struggle is impacting your relationships, and taking away your hope and objectives. You may know that you are not alone in your suffering. If you allow me, I will be here to help you. My goal is to help you transcend difficult life experiences, symptoms of depression and anxiety, and regain a sense of ease, peace, emotional balance. I work with individuals and groups in-clinic and on-line (via Skype) with a cognitive-behavioral, mindful, accepting, non-judgmental, and compassionate approach.
Are you overwhelmed by anxiety and depression? Are you struggling to manage your emotions and symptoms? Maybe your struggle is impacting your relationships, and taking away your hope and objectives. You may know that you are not alone in your suffering. If you allow me, I will be here to help you. My goal is to help you transcend difficult life experiences, symptoms of depression and anxiety, and regain a sense of ease, peace, emotional balance. I work with individuals and groups in-clinic and on-line (via Skype) with a cognitive-behavioral, mindful, accepting, non-judgmental, and compassionate approach.
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Yasmina Lallemand
Psychologist, MPs
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H4A
I am a fully bilingual clinical psychologist/psychotherapist with 28 years of rich and varied clinical experience within medical settings and mental health services in the UK and France. I provide a wide range of psychological interventions always tailored to a patient's needs. I help patients get their life back on track as I care deeply about their psychological and physical wellbeing. Having a highly sensitive temperament myself, I offer help to those who have identified themselves as highly sensitive and as a result, face issues that are difficult to deal with. My approach, while primarily psychodynamic, includes EMDR, cognitive strategies, schema therapy, mindfulness.
I am a fully bilingual clinical psychologist/psychotherapist with 28 years of rich and varied clinical experience within medical settings and mental health services in the UK and France. I provide a wide range of psychological interventions always tailored to a patient's needs. I help patients get their life back on track as I care deeply about their psychological and physical wellbeing. Having a highly sensitive temperament myself, I offer help to those who have identified themselves as highly sensitive and as a result, face issues that are difficult to deal with. My approach, while primarily psychodynamic, includes EMDR, cognitive strategies, schema therapy, mindfulness.
Dr. Kimberly Carrière
Psychologist, PhD, OPQ
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H4E (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed clinical psychologist, member of the Ordre des Psychologues du Québec (OPQ). My areas of expertise include treatments for trauma, psychogenic nonepileptic seizures (PNES), anxiety, depression, stress management, relationship difficulties, gastrointestinal diseases (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis) and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). My work is collaborative in nature. It is my goal to help you better understand who you are, who you want to be and how to overcome the challenges that are getting in your way.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist, member of the Ordre des Psychologues du Québec (OPQ). My areas of expertise include treatments for trauma, psychogenic nonepileptic seizures (PNES), anxiety, depression, stress management, relationship difficulties, gastrointestinal diseases (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis) and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). My work is collaborative in nature. It is my goal to help you better understand who you are, who you want to be and how to overcome the challenges that are getting in your way.
Dr. Ken Bruce
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H2J
Bonjour/Hello, and welcome to my PT Therapy Directory profile page. I am a PhD clinical psychologist with over 20 years experience - and a member of the Ordre des psychologues du Québec. I help people with anxiety, stress, depression (or loss of a loved one), eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorder), and individuals or couples with relationship difficulties. I believe in building a collaborative therapeutic relationship with clients, and in using scientifically-proven therapy practices to get the best results. I can help if you would like to talk about the difficulties you or your loved ones are facing.
Bonjour/Hello, and welcome to my PT Therapy Directory profile page. I am a PhD clinical psychologist with over 20 years experience - and a member of the Ordre des psychologues du Québec. I help people with anxiety, stress, depression (or loss of a loved one), eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorder), and individuals or couples with relationship difficulties. I believe in building a collaborative therapeutic relationship with clients, and in using scientifically-proven therapy practices to get the best results. I can help if you would like to talk about the difficulties you or your loved ones are facing.
Charbel Michel Ibrahim
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, TCF, Psycho, Coach, NLP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H4K
I am a marriage and family therapist, a licensed psychotherapist with over 18 years of experience. My areas of expertise include treatments for trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional distress, grief, stress management, bereavement, perinatal bereavement, couple and family difficulties. I believe everyone has inner resources, so I honor my clients’ unique perspectives, values and strengths.
I am a marriage and family therapist, a licensed psychotherapist with over 18 years of experience. My areas of expertise include treatments for trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional distress, grief, stress management, bereavement, perinatal bereavement, couple and family difficulties. I believe everyone has inner resources, so I honor my clients’ unique perspectives, values and strengths.
Toni Isabel Rebic
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H3B
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.
Yasmine Suzanne Sikender
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H4A
Are you struggling with anxiety related to the Covid-19 pandemic? Are you faced with the loss of a loved one, the end of a relationship, an aging parent or workplace stress? Stress can help motivate us to reach our goals. However, prolonged stress can increase the chances of developing anxiety, depression and many physical illnesses.
Are you struggling with anxiety related to the Covid-19 pandemic? Are you faced with the loss of a loved one, the end of a relationship, an aging parent or workplace stress? Stress can help motivate us to reach our goals. However, prolonged stress can increase the chances of developing anxiety, depression and many physical illnesses.
Rachel Deutsch
Registered Social Worker, MSW, TS
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H2G
Waitlist for new clients
If you are struggling with relationship and interpersonal issues, life changes, substance use, and/or trauma, I hope to help you. I use a nonjudgemental, empathic and integrative approach depending on your needs and values. Because feelings and experiences often manifest through the body, we will pay attention to physical experiences with compassion and curiosity.
If you are struggling with relationship and interpersonal issues, life changes, substance use, and/or trauma, I hope to help you. I use a nonjudgemental, empathic and integrative approach depending on your needs and values. Because feelings and experiences often manifest through the body, we will pay attention to physical experiences with compassion and curiosity.
Valerie Millette
Psychologist, PhD, PsyD
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H2J (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I find it rewarding to accompany people who struggle because they feel different, who have difficulties understanding certain aspects of their identity, or who are going through important life transitions. Maybe you want to revisit a stubborn impression that something is wrong with you. You may have experienced losses and have a hard time finding your footing again. You may be tired of trying to fit into a world that doesn’t really seem designed for you. And, when you pay more attention to your needs, you may encounter guilt, shame, or a realization that you are not sure what your needs are anymore.
I find it rewarding to accompany people who struggle because they feel different, who have difficulties understanding certain aspects of their identity, or who are going through important life transitions. Maybe you want to revisit a stubborn impression that something is wrong with you. You may have experienced losses and have a hard time finding your footing again. You may be tired of trying to fit into a world that doesn’t really seem designed for you. And, when you pay more attention to your needs, you may encounter guilt, shame, or a realization that you are not sure what your needs are anymore.
Gabrielle Taylor
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H4A (Online Only)
Every relationship goes through phases of harmony and disruption. Partners generally have more trouble knowing how to move into the repair or healing process after things have gone awry. Three decades of research into relationships has offered invaluable insights in the tangible and specific skills and habits that happy couples rely on and use. When these are absent or not cultivated, relationships go into disruption and partners will not know how to find the love and closeness they’re looking for.
Every relationship goes through phases of harmony and disruption. Partners generally have more trouble knowing how to move into the repair or healing process after things have gone awry. Three decades of research into relationships has offered invaluable insights in the tangible and specific skills and habits that happy couples rely on and use. When these are absent or not cultivated, relationships go into disruption and partners will not know how to find the love and closeness they’re looking for.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Montréal, QC
500+
Average cost per session
$150
Counsellors in Montréal, QC who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
83% | Relationship Issues |
83% | Self Esteem |
82% | Depression |
73% | Stress |
63% | Coping Skills |
63% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
57% | SunLife |
43% | Other |
43% | Canada Life | Great-West Life |
How Counsellors in Montréal, QC see their clients
62% | In Person and Online | |
38% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
19% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Montréal?
Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postal code, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postal code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Most Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are certified by one of the main professional associations, mainly the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA), and will have a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC) designation with their name. Social Workers listed in the directory must be registered members of the college specific to their province. To be listed in the directory, Psychologists must be registered with the psychological college specific to their province or territory.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given the considerable variation in professional regulation and prerequisites across Canadian provinces, some providers may possess significant professional qualifications without necessarily holding professional memberships or being obliged to acquire them. As a result, they may be selectively included without the "Verified" seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given the considerable variation in professional regulation and prerequisites across Canadian provinces, some providers may possess significant professional qualifications without necessarily holding professional memberships or being obliged to acquire them. As a result, they may be selectively included without the "Verified" seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Psychologists, counsellors, psychotherapists and social workers can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and supervised, practical experience that enable them to do so in Canada.
Psychologists have a master's and/or doctoral degree and have passed both written and oral exams. Psychologists are able to complete mental health assessments and provide diagnostic information to clients as well as provide counselling therapy or psychotherapy. Counsellors and psychotherapists are expected to have a master's or doctoral degree in counselling psychology, social work, or a related mental health discipline and certification by a professional association, such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. Registered Social Workers possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work and where possible must be licensed or certified by the provincial government and/or regulatory college.
Psychologists have a master's and/or doctoral degree and have passed both written and oral exams. Psychologists are able to complete mental health assessments and provide diagnostic information to clients as well as provide counselling therapy or psychotherapy. Counsellors and psychotherapists are expected to have a master's or doctoral degree in counselling psychology, social work, or a related mental health discipline and certification by a professional association, such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. Registered Social Workers possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work and where possible must be licensed or certified by the provincial government and/or regulatory college.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in Canada could be between $100 and $200. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. Some types of outpatient mental health services are covered by Medicare, provided these are performed by a licensed mental health professional in the provinces or territory you reside in and who accepts the assignment.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. Some types of outpatient mental health services are covered by Medicare, provided these are performed by a licensed mental health professional in the provinces or territory you reside in and who accepts the assignment.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postal code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Professionals licensed by regulatory colleges and those certified by associations such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association are obligated to uphold client confidentiality unless there is a legal reason that requires them to disclose information. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client or others, or a court order, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.