Therapists in Montréal, QC
Beverly Monk
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, CFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H2V
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.
Paula Bennett
Psychologist, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H3Z
I am a licensed psychologist with the Order of Psychologists of Quebec in private practice. My main treatment approach is cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT). I specialize in working with adolescents, and adult clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship issues, and low self-esteem. I typically see adolescents who are overwhelmed by their emotions (temperamentally sensitive/perceptive), are anxious/depressed, struggling with school/peer problems, and transitional issues.
I am a licensed psychologist with the Order of Psychologists of Quebec in private practice. My main treatment approach is cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT). I specialize in working with adolescents, and adult clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship issues, and low self-esteem. I typically see adolescents who are overwhelmed by their emotions (temperamentally sensitive/perceptive), are anxious/depressed, struggling with school/peer problems, and transitional issues.
Irina Pavlova
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSW, MScA, CFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H2V
People often seek therapy when they would like to work on issues such as stress management, personal loss or life cycle changes. In individual therapy, I support clients by providing specific strategies for changing unwanted behaviours or thoughts. A couple in distress may feel there is no way out of their troubled relationship. By observing the interactions between the partners I help couples change dysfunctional behaviours, strengthen friendship, increase intimacy, resolve problematic patterns of communication, improve emotional attachment, build resilience and enjoyment that each partner derives from the relationship.
People often seek therapy when they would like to work on issues such as stress management, personal loss or life cycle changes. In individual therapy, I support clients by providing specific strategies for changing unwanted behaviours or thoughts. A couple in distress may feel there is no way out of their troubled relationship. By observing the interactions between the partners I help couples change dysfunctional behaviours, strengthen friendship, increase intimacy, resolve problematic patterns of communication, improve emotional attachment, build resilience and enjoyment that each partner derives from the relationship.
Dr. Arianna Yakirov
Psychologist, PhD, MA, MLA, BA, RYT 200
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H4A (Online Only)
I blend different forms of therapy, Mindfulness and Gottman Relationship techniques to help you move from feeling distressed to feeling grounded and deeply content.
There are so many unknowns right now. It's natural to be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, exhausted, and unfocused. Dealing with all the current stressors means personal relationships are also strained. My clients seek out my expertise for help with pain from past experiences, feeling stuck, anxious, depressed or overwhelmed. Low self-esteem and self-sabotage are two of my specialties. Working together you will gain clarity and learn reliable tools to create a grounded, empowered, deeply contented life.
I blend different forms of therapy, Mindfulness and Gottman Relationship techniques to help you move from feeling distressed to feeling grounded and deeply content.
There are so many unknowns right now. It's natural to be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, exhausted, and unfocused. Dealing with all the current stressors means personal relationships are also strained. My clients seek out my expertise for help with pain from past experiences, feeling stuck, anxious, depressed or overwhelmed. Low self-esteem and self-sabotage are two of my specialties. Working together you will gain clarity and learn reliable tools to create a grounded, empowered, deeply contented life.
Rachel Grostern
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, MFT
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H4A (Online Only)
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 want to help you live a more meaningful life where you can feel comfortable being yourself. Healthy, fulfilling and authentic relationships with ourselves & others are the key to wellbeing. Change is possible when we are willing and feel safe enough to explore ourselves, our relationships & the patterns that arise in those interactions. Using a warm, collaborative, strength-based, culturally sensitive & trauma sensitive approach, I aim to help you develop an increased understanding of yourself & deepen a sense of connection in your most meaningful relationships.
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 want to help you live a more meaningful life where you can feel comfortable being yourself. Healthy, fulfilling and authentic relationships with ourselves & others are the key to wellbeing. Change is possible when we are willing and feel safe enough to explore ourselves, our relationships & the patterns that arise in those interactions. Using a warm, collaborative, strength-based, culturally sensitive & trauma sensitive approach, I aim to help you develop an increased understanding of yourself & deepen a sense of connection in your most meaningful relationships.
Jennifer Berbrier
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, ATPQ
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H4A
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. Couple issues, such as poor communication, come in many shapes and sizes. As an experienced couple therapist I work hard to help you identify negative patterns that can hijack your relationship. My goal is to help you learn skills to manage, solve, and move on from the distress, ultimately regaining a loving respectful bond.
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. Couple issues, such as poor communication, come in many shapes and sizes. As an experienced couple therapist I work hard to help you identify negative patterns that can hijack your relationship. My goal is to help you learn skills to manage, solve, and move on from the distress, ultimately regaining a loving respectful bond.
Nicole Marek
Psychologist, MA, OPQ
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H2J
Some specialty areas in which I have additional training include: trauma, anxiety, depression, identity issues, and relationship issues.
In my 18 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.
Some specialty areas in which I have additional training include: trauma, anxiety, depression, identity issues, and relationship issues.
In my 18 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.
Alison Pollock
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, CFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H3A
I am a licensed couple and family therapist and psychotherapist. In 2019, I was the recipient of the clinical excellence award for couple and family therapy from McGill University. I received a Master's in psychology in 2009. My area of focus is on helping people understand their relationship patterns and helping them build more meaningful and stable connections with others. I understand that right now you may feel that as though you have too much on your plate and that you are struggling to balance all of life's demands. Many people do not take the time to focus on themselves and invest in their emotional well- being.
I am a licensed couple and family therapist and psychotherapist. In 2019, I was the recipient of the clinical excellence award for couple and family therapy from McGill University. I received a Master's in psychology in 2009. My area of focus is on helping people understand their relationship patterns and helping them build more meaningful and stable connections with others. I understand that right now you may feel that as though you have too much on your plate and that you are struggling to balance all of life's demands. Many people do not take the time to focus on themselves and invest in their emotional well- being.
Gina Glidden
Registered Social Worker, PhD, MSW, SCC
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H3C (Online Only)
Relationships. Day-to-day life. Loss & grief. These can be challenging, unsettling and isolating, but they don't have to feel this way. Are you in a new or established relationship, wondering why you're not feeling happy? Perhaps it's difficult to talk with or be heard by your partner and you keep having the same disagreements over and over again. Maybe you’re feeling stress and anxiety rather than calmness, peace, security and confidence. Have you experienced a life changing loss, and find yourself grasping for air beneath the depths and unpredictability of grief and sorrow? If you recognize yourself, you are at the right place.
Relationships. Day-to-day life. Loss & grief. These can be challenging, unsettling and isolating, but they don't have to feel this way. Are you in a new or established relationship, wondering why you're not feeling happy? Perhaps it's difficult to talk with or be heard by your partner and you keep having the same disagreements over and over again. Maybe you’re feeling stress and anxiety rather than calmness, peace, security and confidence. Have you experienced a life changing loss, and find yourself grasping for air beneath the depths and unpredictability of grief and sorrow? If you recognize yourself, you are at the right place.
Angela Cabral
Registered Psychotherapist, MSW, PSW
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H2X
People come to me to resolve challenges that get in the way of living well. A trusting relationship is the essence of effective treatment. You need to feel understood and connected in order to share your inner world. My training and extensive years of experience enable me to earn trust and cooperation to help people identify and achieve their goals. My approach to treatment is interactive and collaborative and my style is warm and engaging. Respectfulness, clarity and directness tempered by humour characterize my work.
People come to me to resolve challenges that get in the way of living well. A trusting relationship is the essence of effective treatment. You need to feel understood and connected in order to share your inner world. My training and extensive years of experience enable me to earn trust and cooperation to help people identify and achieve their goals. My approach to treatment is interactive and collaborative and my style is warm and engaging. Respectfulness, clarity and directness tempered by humour characterize my work.
Edy-Claude Okalla Bana
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, TCF, TS, PA
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H2J (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I believe in the human being and his or her capacity to re-build. I find that there is nothing more important than a willingness to develop compassion for oneself and one's situation. For me, the therapy is a place to reconnect with emotions, and begin a very important journey within the supportive therapeutic relationship.
I believe in the human being and his or her capacity to re-build. I find that there is nothing more important than a willingness to develop compassion for oneself and one's situation. For me, the therapy is a place to reconnect with emotions, and begin a very important journey within the supportive therapeutic relationship.
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Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, MTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H4A
I have been a practicing psychotherapist for over 30 years, and have expertise in treating individuals experiencing a wide range of difficulties. These include relationship issues, women's issues, life transitions, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, emotional abuse, childhood trauma and grief. My approach, while primarily psychodynamic, includes cognitive strategies, mindfulness and active, creative strategies.
I have been a practicing psychotherapist for over 30 years, and have expertise in treating individuals experiencing a wide range of difficulties. These include relationship issues, women's issues, life transitions, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, emotional abuse, childhood trauma and grief. My approach, while primarily psychodynamic, includes cognitive strategies, mindfulness and active, creative strategies.
Karine Bertrand
Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H2R
My passion lies in supporting individuals that have experienced trauma, depression, relationship difficulties, anxiety or other challenges of life.
My life’s work has been about empowering individuals that suffer. Whether it be supporting individuals that have experienced trauma, or struggle with their identity, this work has been about being a witness and a guide to transformation. I have been practicing over twelve years as a Psychologist and, although no longer a midwife, I practiced as one for more than five years in the Inuit communities of Nunavik, in northern Quebec.
My passion lies in supporting individuals that have experienced trauma, depression, relationship difficulties, anxiety or other challenges of life.
My life’s work has been about empowering individuals that suffer. Whether it be supporting individuals that have experienced trauma, or struggle with their identity, this work has been about being a witness and a guide to transformation. I have been practicing over twelve years as a Psychologist and, although no longer a midwife, I practiced as one for more than five years in the Inuit communities of Nunavik, in northern Quebec.
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.
Faranak Bidabad
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H8Y (Online Only)
As a Psychotherapist & Clinical sexologist she works with clients struggle with emotional problems, affectional dependency, jealousy, fear of intimacy and loneliness; and various problems such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, body image. She works with couples struggle with separation, conflict, anger, jealousy, intimacy and conversation problems. Relationship begins with hope and love leads to suffering and frustration. Despite the strong urge for intimacy and closeness, couples have no choice but to leave the relationship. Gain insight into repetitive destructive patterns is the first step towards self knowing and improvement.
As a Psychotherapist & Clinical sexologist she works with clients struggle with emotional problems, affectional dependency, jealousy, fear of intimacy and loneliness; and various problems such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, body image. She works with couples struggle with separation, conflict, anger, jealousy, intimacy and conversation problems. Relationship begins with hope and love leads to suffering and frustration. Despite the strong urge for intimacy and closeness, couples have no choice but to leave the relationship. Gain insight into repetitive destructive patterns is the first step towards self knowing and improvement.
Wendy J Wood
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H3A
Therapy can help people better understand themselves and find greater meaning in their lives. People enter therapy for a wide range of reasons, often involving difficulty solving a problem in their lives on their own. Some people, for example, are having difficulty in a romantic relationship and wonder how to improve the relationship, or end it. Other people experience conflict or anxiety in a wide range of interpersonal relationships and enter therapy as a means of improving their communication skills and the quality of their relationships. I help people in both monogamous and polyamorous relationships.
Therapy can help people better understand themselves and find greater meaning in their lives. People enter therapy for a wide range of reasons, often involving difficulty solving a problem in their lives on their own. Some people, for example, are having difficulty in a romantic relationship and wonder how to improve the relationship, or end it. Other people experience conflict or anxiety in a wide range of interpersonal relationships and enter therapy as a means of improving their communication skills and the quality of their relationships. I help people in both monogamous and polyamorous relationships.
Sally A Butterworth
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H3G
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.
Romeo and the Crow
Registered Psychotherapist, BSW, MSc, CFT, PsychTh
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H3K (Online Only)
I have been working with mood related conditions (anxiety, depression, bipolar, obsessive and compulsive thoughts and behaviours, impulsivity) since 2018. I specialize in identity related issues including but not exclusively gender and transitioning related difficulties. The context of my specializing studies have been family and couple related difficulties including cultural and religion related and romantic and intimate relationship dynamics including infidelity and attachment. Even though I am not an expert on trauma (immigration related, war, assault, bullying, ...) traumatic experiences have often been part of my work.
I have been working with mood related conditions (anxiety, depression, bipolar, obsessive and compulsive thoughts and behaviours, impulsivity) since 2018. I specialize in identity related issues including but not exclusively gender and transitioning related difficulties. The context of my specializing studies have been family and couple related difficulties including cultural and religion related and romantic and intimate relationship dynamics including infidelity and attachment. Even though I am not an expert on trauma (immigration related, war, assault, bullying, ...) traumatic experiences have often been part of my work.
Sophie Chappell
Counsellor, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H4A
Asking for help is difficult, the fact that you are already here shows great strength. I specialize in helping individuals navigate relationship challenges, boost self-esteem, and explore their identity. With a human-centered approach, and using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) tools I tailor therapy to empower your unique journey. I am trauma-informed, I strive for cultural humility and I am LGBTQIA2+ affirming. My goal is to meet you where you're at, and approach our sessions with curiosity and empowerment. Together we can talk about your therapy wants and dreams and how to reach them.
Asking for help is difficult, the fact that you are already here shows great strength. I specialize in helping individuals navigate relationship challenges, boost self-esteem, and explore their identity. With a human-centered approach, and using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) tools I tailor therapy to empower your unique journey. I am trauma-informed, I strive for cultural humility and I am LGBTQIA2+ affirming. My goal is to meet you where you're at, and approach our sessions with curiosity and empowerment. Together we can talk about your therapy wants and dreams and how to reach them.
Sherel Griffiths Therapy & Mediation Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MSW, LCSW, CFT, AFM, MSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H4B (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Maneuvering through the different stages of "Life Journey" can be fulfilling as well as filled with periods of high stress, and emotional imbalance. Through the guiding principles of dignity, diversity, and self-determination, individual therapy brings growth by focusing on your strengths and resilience. Couple therapy can be beneficial to couples who are looking to strengthen their emotional connection in all stages of their relationship. Through the process of couple therapy, I vow to help you understand and become unstuck from the repetitive cycle of miscommunication, stepping on each other's toes, and triggering unhealed wounds.
Maneuvering through the different stages of "Life Journey" can be fulfilling as well as filled with periods of high stress, and emotional imbalance. Through the guiding principles of dignity, diversity, and self-determination, individual therapy brings growth by focusing on your strengths and resilience. Couple therapy can be beneficial to couples who are looking to strengthen their emotional connection in all stages of their relationship. Through the process of couple therapy, I vow to help you understand and become unstuck from the repetitive cycle of miscommunication, stepping on each other's toes, and triggering unhealed wounds.
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Relationship Issues Counsellors
While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.