Therapists in Ottawa, ON

As a Registered Psychotherapist, I pride myself on creating a safe and compassionate environment for clients to begin their healing process. I firmly believe that the therapeutic relationship is most effective when it is based on collaboration, trust, and openness. In my experience, all clients are unique and my priority is to mold my therapeutic approach to suit each individual's needs. I focus on building every client’s strengths in order to assist them in enriching all areas of life and and help them move toward whole-hearted living. I take a holistic approach by incorporating techniques from various treatment modalities.

Born and raised in the Maritimes, Ottawa has been home since 2004. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) . Locally, I have worked in mental health since 2006 and opened my practice in 2010. A specialization is work with men whom identify as survivors of sexual trauma and/or childhood sexual abuse. Additionally, I can address addiction, anxiety, anger management, depression, and relational problems. Other areas in which I work include sexuality, men's issues, and LGBT concerns. .

IN-PERSON and ONLINE sessions are now available in Ontario and Western Quebec. Your decision to start therapy is essential for personal understanding, healing, and growth. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, trauma, addictions, sexual abuse (current or past), or are overwhelmed by events, I can help. My first objective is to provide a warm, safe, non-judgmental environment for your therapeutic experience. My second objective is to provide you with the most up-to-date, evidence-based therapeutic approaches that get actual results in the least amount of time.

Hi, I'm Sam! I got my start in the social services world over a decade ago working with survivors of sexualized violence and assault. I continue to be incredibly passionate about supporting people as they heal from trauma and the effects that it has, including triggers and dissociation. I am also a sex therapist with a strong background in the world of sexual health. I believe that sex, at its best, is about connection, play, and liberation, and that most of us could use more of all those things in our lives.

I work with individuals, couples and families of all cultural/spiritual backgrounds. I use an eclectic treatment approach to address anxiety, depression, anger, communication issues and relationship recovery, addictions, work/life balance, self-esteem, post-traumatic stress, career and many other issues. I believe that active listening is at the heart of effective therapy, and I work to help my clients find their own hidden strengths, empowering them to effectively resolve their issues. My personal life mission is to assist my clients in identifying solutions to the problems that prevent them from enjoying their lives to the fullest extent possible.

Have you lived overseas, experienced trauma, PTSD, burn out, or would like to be living a life that you dream of? I believe in your resiliency and capacity to overcome challenges and create dynamic, transformative changes in your own life and in the world around you, no matter how big or small you want them to be. Taking the time to rest, recognize new shifts and steps can be an impactful momentum builder to help work towards the change that you would like to happen. By working through your barriers or creating a clear vision, you can bring your life into closer alignment with your dreams.

Stuck? Lost? Broken? Disconnected? Powerless? Hopeless? Many men wait too long to seek help for the challenges they face. You may not feel safe talking with others, particularly if you have experienced trauma, abuse, anxiety, addition, grief, or shame. Often, even those they are closest to you may understand or know the depth of your pain. You may feel that you are burdening others with your problems, and may have tried to solve your issues on your own, often leading deeper struggles and, at times, greater loss and pain. Tired of suffering? Book a free 20-minute consultation. No waitlist. Get started with a free consultation today.

Thanks for stopping by! I’m Alicia and would love to support you with exploring your inner world(s). I know how challenging it can be to do so and I am hopeful that by working as a team, it will bring some clarity surrounding your journey. I am passionate about helping clients find their voice and reaching a place within themselves where they feel safe and compassionate. My goal is to create a warm, non-judgmental space for clients to feel comfortable to bring in any thought or concern that they would like to discuss throughout our sessions.

How we relate to ourselves, how we relate to each other, and how we perceive our sense of belonging in the communities where we live, work or coexist; all significantly influence our mental health.

Life can be challenging, and we commonly face difficulties in our personal lives, relationships, family, and career. These challenges can be overwhelming and make finding joy in life hard. But healing and finding peace and happiness is possible with the right support. My practice operates on the belief that we all possess the inner wisdom to guide us through life's journey. By working together, we can tap into your inner strength and knowledge to help you gain clarity, heal from past wounds, and improve your mental well-being. So, I can support you in gaining clarity to repair the past and restore peace to your present situation.

Disconnected. Isolated. Broken. Hopeless. Powerless. Stuck. Many men we work with tell us this is how they feel. You may be struggling with anxiety, anger, depression, shame, guilt, grief, sadness, trauma, or depression - and struggle with an addiction (sex/porn/alcohol/marijuana/video games/gambling/fantasy) or underlying thoughts, beliefs, and feelings you have held since childhood. Relationships with those you care about, including the one with yourself, may have been impacted by your behaviours. Ready to take the first step? Prêt à faire le premier pas? Suivis/ services thérapeutiques offerts en français.

I use an integrative approach that is tailored to the mental health needs of each client. I draw from various evidence-based approaches such as psychodynamic therapy, emotionally-focused therapy, cognitive-behavioural therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, attachment-oriented treatment approaches, and EMDR.

Hello. Many people are negatively affected by anxiety and depression. However it's sometimes difficult to figure out why. Similarly many people find relationships difficult and complicated. Both psychodynamic psychotherapy and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) offer quick, effective ways to cut through symptoms and understand what is underlying our challenges. My work often employs short-term techniques, exploring thoughts and feelings around relationships, self-esteem or historical trauma, using a focussed and directed, but nurturing approach. I also offer long-term therapy when we need extra time to explore more complex issues.

We are an experienced team of mental health providers who are committed to pursuing excellence in the field of psychotherapy. Our therapists work under consultation and engage in ongoing professional development training in order to offer the best available care to our clients.

Life has its challenging moments, and sometimes those challenging moments are more intense than usual or last longer than we’d like. Over time, this may impact your mood, your energy, your relationships, your decisions, your behaviour and your health. Perhaps you’ve noticed yourself having more conflicts in your relationships, longing for a deeper connection and more intimacy with your partner, struggling to find meaning in what you do, or generally, losing a sense of self. If any of this resonates with you and you’ve been feeling overwhelmed and disconnected, I’m here to help. You don’t have to go through it alone.

I focus on clients with relationship or sexuality concerns. This encompasses all types of relationships, including those that are ethically non-monogamous or LGBTQ+. I am also inclusive of BDSM and kink in sexuality. Currently, I am working with people from a diverse cultural background who are dealing with issues surrounding infidelity, relationship conflict, pornography, sex work, non-monogamy, and gender/sexual identity.

As humankind, I genuinely believe that we all have something in common: The need and desire for Connection. It is my core belief that this beautiful common attribute we all possess enables me to better accompany you in the healing journey. In sessions, we will be holding the curiosity about your inner world and all levels of experiences, including emotional, cognitive, somatic, and relational. We will be exploring together what you deeply want for yourself and what is in the way of that.

Beginning therapy is a courageous step in your healing journey. Your mental wellness and your connection to self is essential and deserves time and space. I recognize the healing process as unique to each individual and I intend to meet each client where they are, to learn about their needs and goals, and how I can best support them. My hope is to offer a safe therapeutic space that is grounded in empathy, non-judgement, and curiosity to support each client’s capacity to authentically explore and process their experiences. I am committed to maintaining a trusting relationship built upon mutual respect, transparency, and integrity.

Gerard Vardy is a dedicated and compassionate professional trauma and addictions psychotherapist with over twenty years of experience.