Therapists in Ottawa, ON

Hi, I'm Kim. I have worked with people across the age span, individually and in families, for the past few decades. I am currently working with people who are interested in finding ways to better cope with strong emotions, complex trauma, mood disorders and building stronger connections in their relationships. I have a long history of working with children, teenagers and young adults in particular and am often described as conversational, humorous and creative in my approach. I believe in being transparent, flexible, nonjudgmental and creating safe spaces where people feel heard and connected.

As a deeply empathic and experienced therapist, I seek to provide a safe and authentic space for clients to explore areas of distress and concern to them. Collaboration is of utmost importance to me as I seek to tailor the psychotherapeutic process to what will best suit the goals and needs of my clients.

My current practice is focused on substance use disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma, and major life transitions. I offer an empathic and connective presence and engage each client with unconditional high regard while focusing on evidence-based approaches to healing.

Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed? Perhaps at a crossroad in your life and ready to take the next step? Or perhaps you would like to try something new, such as EMDR or bottom-up interventions. I invite you to reach out to discuss your therapy goals with me! I work with adults (16+) looking to heal from attachment issues (difficult relationships), trauma, life transitions, and nervous system dysregulation, but I specialize in young adults. I also have a special interest in working with Performing Artists looking to better manage stress on stage. In our work together, we may use somatic interventions, yoga, EMDR, or talk therapy!

Hi, I’m Brittany Amell, a registered social worker (B.SW) and passionate facilitator of transformative practices, with a decade of experience across education, research, communications, and advocacy for holistic wellness. My academic journey, culminating in a PhD from Carleton University, equipped me with a profound sociocultural understanding of human behaviour and communication, which I integrate with my certifications in executive coaching, yoga, mindfulness, and Somatic Parts Work. For me, the personal is always political.

Accepting new clients. Many of us experience change as the uncomfortable space that bridges what was once our “normal” and our “new normal”. Whether it is chosen or imposed, change can cause feelings of isolation, vulnerability, sadness or anger. It can alter once predictable behavioral patterns such as sleep, action oriented tasks and social interactions. It begs us to reconsider our relationship to ourselves and the world in which we engage, which can feel disorienting.

Currently accepting new clients online (Couples & Individuals) / / Are you facing a major life event such as change in relationship (romantic or otherwise), moving, change of job or career? Are you struggling with anxiety, the effects of trauma or stress? Are you looking for help to identify, process and communicate the emotions you are feeling? As a trauma informed counsellor I focus on the unique wellness of each client and tailor my approach. I also help couples, who are struggling with distress, communication or conflict, improve connection and create a more secure bond within the relationship.

Research towards my book "Multidimensional Healing" soon to be published by Austin Macauley revealed that unresolved childhood trauma underlies many common mental, emotional & physical health issues such as PTSD, HDD, anxiety, depression, chronic hypertension & auto-immune diseases. Therefore, I have trained in the trauma resolution methods EMDR, Internal Family Systems & Somatic Experiencing designed to reactivate embodied psychic trauma & facilitate its release. These methods are life-changing when they release the trauma blocking the flow of vitality, love and well-being.

I believe our bodies tell us important information and we need to listen to its unspoken voice. Through a somatic and humanistic approach of mind-body connection and embodiment practices, I work with clients to gently unlock trauma and shame to help them gain clarity, increase creativity, and move toward a more fulfilling and peaceful life as their authentic selves. Attachment theory, family systems, narrative therapy, and emotionally focused therapy can also be integrated and will be fostered depending on the unique needs of the client.

Brown Counselling and Therapy Services is a team of qualified therapists who are passionate about working alongside you to provide the tools to help you navigate through life's up and downs. I’m proud of you for investing in yourself and for being ready to explore your options in therapy. Welcome to a safe place for your story to land. Being a part of your journey is a privilege, and our therapeutic alliance will be mutually grounded in honesty, trust, and communication. Being present with you at any moment, I will encourage you to recognize your diverse strengths.

For over 10 years I've been counselling people with a range of stressors and mental illnesses to manage and improve their quality of life, largely within a university setting. My interest and focus for private practice is in working with people suffering from the impacts of trauma, anxiety and emotional dysregulation in general, and with challenges related to chronic illness. It has been my privilege to work with clients from very diverse backgrounds in my career, and I welcome adults of all ages, genders, cultures, ethnicities and faith traditions.

Welcome, I'm glad you're here. I believe we all can create change in our lives and this is your first step. Whether you are an individual or a couple and have one goal or many, we will work with them at your own pace. As we are all unique, I work from a person-centred approach. How we think about ourselves and others can sometimes hold us back from living a fulfilled life aligned with our values. Let's work together so you can begin to feel empowered and move towards wellness. I will meet you where you are today, collaborate with you and walk alongside you as you begin or continue your healing journey.

I offer client's a safe space to slow down, connect, and process their experiences in a grounded therapeutic relationship. I work with client's who are curious to explore deeper meaning and the emotional undercurrents of their life experiences, drawing on them for valuable insights toward self-knowledge, guidance, healing, and purposefulness. My ideal client is someone seeking a great sense of relational rapport, as well as a long-term commitment to their own growth and healing.

Presently accepting virtual clients. It is my hope to provide a compassionate presence through life challenges and support exploration of your internal wisdom and skills in order to create meaningful change. I provide a client-centered, collaborative approach to counselling.

I began my journey working with children and youth over 20 years ago in the field of Child and Youth work. My experience and passion are in helping people build and strengthen healthy attachments and connections not only with others, but with themselves. I believe that connection within the therapeutic relationship is so important and I will work with you in order to create safety as you trust me to support you in this part of your journey. I will focus on your story in a respectful and non-judgmental way so that together we can create the foundation for what you need in order to heal, grow and change in the ways you want.

Hi, I’m so glad you’re here. Whatever brings you to my page it is likely that you are looking for change. I support people experiencing a wide range of challenges with particular interest in working with individuals facing issues of trauma & PTSD, anxiety, low mood, emotion dysregulation, relationship issues, and low self-esteem. My approach depends on your goals and comfort, I draw from CBT, DBT, and a variety of attachment-based approaches. I often incorporate art, mindfulness, somatic practices, and humour into sessions as well.

Feeling anxious, caught in the cycle of people-pleasing or struggling with an eating disorder? Are you disconnected from your true self or struggling with relationships? Childhood trauma can have lasting effects that limit us, impacting our self-esteem, direction, and relationships. If you're navigating the conditioning from emotionally immature or neglectful parents, or if relationships don't feel safe, holistic psychotherapy can be your compass for healing. There's hope for breaking free from old patterns, knowing your true needs and desires, and living a life aligned with your authentic self, not just societal expectations.

I treat a variety of emotional issues and parenting challenges. These include anxiety, depression, substance abuse, gaming/internet addiction, trauma, bullying, relationship conflict, and disordered eating. I work with ages 9 to 99. Our goal at Mental Health & Addictions Services Ottawa is to support and strengthen your investment in your self and your relationships to best manage the challenges of daily life. Monday and Tuesday Evening appointments. Monday to Thursday day time appointments.

Have you worked hard to change the way you think and yet struggle to change the way you feel? I may be able to help you. I am an RP in fully independent practice, and I believe that holistic, meaningful and lasting change can occur when we weave our body and our mind's voices and experiences into the narrative of who we are and who we aspire to be. If you have ever listened to your "gut" instinct, soothed yourself using breath or felt the urge to move to a favourite song, you have experienced the benefit of the mind-body connection! Together, we will deepen this connection therapeutically to encourage relief, change and growth.