Therapists in Ottawa, ON

Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious, worry excessively, overly stressed/tired, easily irritated, struggle with emotional regulation, experience relationship difficulties, struggle with ADHD symptoms, always feeling on edge, feel lost, have a hard time making meaningful connections, difficulty adjusting to situations, struggling with a significant loss, or poor self image? And want to release your fears & anxieties, develop effective coping skills, be able to feel like your past experiences don't feel as painful, experience a less stressful life, rediscover yourself, have a much happier life and improve your overall wellbeing.

If you are feeling frustrated and defeated by personal, family, or relationship problems and feel overwhelmed by stress, I am the one to call. After raising five children, teaching special education (Kg-12) for 25yrs, and being a therapist 20yrs, I understand stress! I can help you acquire the knowledge and skills you need to have a new life. If you are serious about wanting change and willing to do what's needed, I guarantee success. Your problems CAN be resolved. I care -- and it shows! Counselling by phone or video (in-person sessions in exceptional cases).

As a registered psychotherapist and certified coach, my goal is to help you gain the insights, tools and strategies to best support positive behaviour changes and evoke growth. I have spent over 25 years working with people to create meaningful relationships in all aspects of personal and professional life. Using a collaborative and compassionate approach, I will assist you in gaining greater understanding of individual needs, achieve greater balance, life meaning and happiness. My approach is an integration of various counselling theories and customized to meet your unique situation and needs.

Helpers, healthcare workers, teachers, social workers and caregivers in general are some of the most compassionate and dedicated people I know. They are so dedicated to the folks they support they often don't realize the effect it has on their own emotional health and well-being. Working the front lines of social services for 20 years, I witnessed the impacts of workplace stress, vicarious trauma, compassion fatigue and full body and emotional burnout that can come from this unique work.

* Currently accepting new clients* I specialize in working with individuals, families and groups in adjusting to illness, enhancing quality of life up to death, caregiver stress, end of life concerns, and bereavement. I am passionate about facilitating difficult conversations and will support you as you connect with your inherent strength and resilience and make meaning of challenging times. I am a Registered Social Worker and certified mindfulness instructor (MBSR Ottawa, University of Toronto). I offer counselling to individuals (16+), families, and groups.

Are you struggling with your mental health, anxiety, anger or stress? Are you feeling overwhelmed? Do you feel like you’re barely getting by? Whether you’re feeling the pressure from something big in your life or a hundred small things, the result is often the same: losing hope, a lack of energy, and the feeling that you will never overcome this feeling of being stuck… But I’m here to tell you that you can! I draw from numerous psychotherapy approaches in my work, but my goal will always be to find the approach that works best for you.

I recognize that asking for help is never easy and I aim to create a welcoming and judgment free space so that we can work together towards your goals. Each session is tailored to what you want to focus on - there is no such thing as a problem too small. Counselling is a way to explore what we are experiencing in a new mindset - with my ultimate goal being to leave you feeling empowered. I have experience counselling over 1000 individuals which has allowed me to explore a vast range of topics.

Do you feel stressed, anxious and overwhelmed? Do you struggle to feel happy, even when things are going well? Do you put too much pressure on yourself, or tell yourself that you “should” or “shouldn’t” feel the way that you do? These feelings are incredibly common. Therapy can help you feel happier, braver, and more fulfilled. If you are reading this, you have probably already considered the benefits of therapy. That’s a great first step!

The Centre for Change offers psychological assessment, treatment (individual and group), and consultation for adults who want help with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, work stress, and many other psychological concerns.

You might be struggling with overwhelming worry, loneliness, hopelessness and burnout, and trying to keep up with the ongoing day to day stress feels impossible; the to do list never ends! These difficulties, often relating to both work and personal life can get in the way of living in the moment, focusing your attention, building self-esteem, nurturing relationships, and ultimately living the happy and fulfilling life that you deserve. As an RP with experience working in HR and supporting various professionals and healthcare workers, I help my clients address both personal and work related stress, conflict and burnout.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). For 24 years, I have worked as an Intensive Marriage and Couples Therapist with my husband David Rubinstein, MA, RP. I now also maintain a busy Individual counselling practice for women, blending my experience as a Couple Therapist with Energy Psychology protocols. I work with women of all ages to enhance self-esteem, create secure relationships, and cope with traumatic loss. I also specialize in helping women over 60 to overcome late-in-life challenges, find new meaning and purpose, live vibrantly, and enjoy aging gracefully.

I have 24 years of experience working with a diverse clientele. I specialize in working with anyone who is going through a major life transition and is in need of support . I welcome activists, artists, sexual, racial and cultural minorities and anyone who is struggling to find their own way through major changes in themselves, their relationships or their work. Therapy helps people uncover and express their needs and process their emotions in a safe environment. Long time patterns and beliefs can be looked at in a compassionate way and new choices can be made that better support one's life and relationships.

Hi there! I am a registered Social Worker offering psychotherapy through the Centre for Integrated Care Counselling Services to support individuals with whatever you may be going through. Whether it's loss, traumatic experiences, mental health, or the stress of day-to-day life, we can help. My approach combines a non-judgemental, compassionate attitude with therapy tools to help you heal and find solutions that work best for your situation and personality. I am passionate about creating a balanced life so people can be well-rounded and grow into your best self.

If you are in the process of seeking counseling, I suspect it can be for any number of reasons or combination of reasons (stress, mood issues, current or historic family issues, past or current trauma, job related issues, personality conflicts, self esteem issues, simply wanting perspective in life, all sorts of other issues that would generally contribute to one simply feeling discontent or unhappy in life). During times like these, it is often helpful to have a person that is dedicated to helping you explore these issues in a caring and collaborative manner and in a manner based on experience and evidence based practice.

Are your negative self-talk and patterns holding you back? Perhaps causing you to overthink, feel overwhelmed, stressed, burnt out, anxious or depressed? Are you looking for tools and mental skills to improve your quality of life and overall well-being? I am a bilingual registered psychotherapist with extensive experience working with adolescents and adults across various mental health settings. I help clients to develop the tools and mental skills to identify and change their thought patterns, in order to improve their quality of life while increasing their self-worth and confidence.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist who has a passion for working with clients dealing with a variety of mental health difficulties and symptoms. My practice focuses on helping individuals navigate and manage difficulties with stress, anxiety/panic, trauma, attachment injuries, and somatic symptoms. I also have a specific interest in helping clients cope with the difficulties they are experiencing post-impairment and diagnosis. I also have a specific interest in helping clients cope with a variety of chronic conditions, including those with chronic pain and neurological impairments (i.e., concussions, MS, FND, strokes, PD).

Currently Accepting Clients! If you’re reading this – I want you to know that you are valued, your story deserves to be heard, and deep beneath those layers, you possess every seed of change! Life was never meant to be “uncomplicated”, after all, aren’t we all complex and dynamic individuals who experience self discovery each and every day? I believe we all have strengths and inner resources to work on challenging goals, improve relationships, and develop healthy tools to navigate future uncertainties. Taking those initial steps towards self-improvement and healing is a bold and noteworthy step!

Accepting new clients! I believe in supporting individuals on their journey to learn to regulate and separate their illnesses from their self-concept. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process. I like to provide my clients with strength and values-based therapy that will lead my clients to self-acceptance. Shame is rampant and stops our ability to feel worthy. I want to help my clients reduce shame and guilt leading to being able to meet the eyes of a loved one and see the positive reflection when that someone looks at them.

Dr. Bill works with clients with varied presenting problems, ranging from anxiety and depression to post-traumatic stress.