Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Ottawa, ON
Astrid Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1K
I feel so unloved, alone, not seen or even neglected by my partner/family. Do you say that? Or: Trust is broken, something feels off and I don't know how to fix it! Or: My child struggles and I don't know how to help! I specialize in couples and family counselling and offer immediate availability to help you to strengthen your relationship. If you're looking to rebuild your connections or navigate conflicts within your relationships with empathy, I am here to support you and your family members every step of the way. Also, if you are newly married or new parents. If you don't want to be alone on this journey, please reach out!
I feel so unloved, alone, not seen or even neglected by my partner/family. Do you say that? Or: Trust is broken, something feels off and I don't know how to fix it! Or: My child struggles and I don't know how to help! I specialize in couples and family counselling and offer immediate availability to help you to strengthen your relationship. If you're looking to rebuild your connections or navigate conflicts within your relationships with empathy, I am here to support you and your family members every step of the way. Also, if you are newly married or new parents. If you don't want to be alone on this journey, please reach out!
Shepherd Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2P
Clients often seek our services for help with anxiety, depression, stress, past trauma/abuse, men's issues and relationship concerns.
Experiencing a lot of stress/anxiety? Having a hard time overcoming your past? Therapy can help. We're a team of kind, passionate and experienced counsellors based in Ottawa offering psychotherapy to adult individuals online and in-person. Our goal is to help you get curious about what’s getting in the way of your mental health, and to find clarity, acceptance and motivation to start feeling better. Our work is trauma-informed and you can expect to feel safe, accepted and empowered in session. Visit our website to view our intro videos, what to expect in session, and how to book.
Clients often seek our services for help with anxiety, depression, stress, past trauma/abuse, men's issues and relationship concerns.
Experiencing a lot of stress/anxiety? Having a hard time overcoming your past? Therapy can help. We're a team of kind, passionate and experienced counsellors based in Ottawa offering psychotherapy to adult individuals online and in-person. Our goal is to help you get curious about what’s getting in the way of your mental health, and to find clarity, acceptance and motivation to start feeling better. Our work is trauma-informed and you can expect to feel safe, accepted and empowered in session. Visit our website to view our intro videos, what to expect in session, and how to book.
Fabio Rancevas
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, BA
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1Y
I have a particular research interest in Highly Sensitive Persons (HSP), emotion regulation, and the connection between trauma, maladaptive behavior, and addiction.
Presently, I am a student Masters level in Counselling Psychology practicing under clinical supervision. My approach to therapy consists primarily of building a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients. I value the unique dignity of every human person. I see the therapeutic relationship as a way of affective “being” with a person as opposed to effective “doing”. One of my goals is to reveal my client's intrinsic goodness. Therefore, I aim to provide a safe, non-judgmental environment in my therapy sessions. For a theoretical method, I use an integrative psychotherapy approach based on research-based theories.
I have a particular research interest in Highly Sensitive Persons (HSP), emotion regulation, and the connection between trauma, maladaptive behavior, and addiction.
Presently, I am a student Masters level in Counselling Psychology practicing under clinical supervision. My approach to therapy consists primarily of building a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients. I value the unique dignity of every human person. I see the therapeutic relationship as a way of affective “being” with a person as opposed to effective “doing”. One of my goals is to reveal my client's intrinsic goodness. Therefore, I aim to provide a safe, non-judgmental environment in my therapy sessions. For a theoretical method, I use an integrative psychotherapy approach based on research-based theories.
Cindy Bekkedam
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), RD, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1Y (Online Only)
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.
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.
Ghassan Arabieh
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1H
Waitlist for new clients
Cultural Diversity; Mental Illness; Trauma and Dissociation, conflict resolution.
I have had the opportunity to work in hospitals and community-based health care settings providing counselling and psychotherapy. I have worked cross-culturally with clients who are dealing with a wide array of psychosocial issues. My clinical experience includes working with people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, loss, acculturation stress, war trauma, childhood abuse, anger management and conflict with the law.
Cultural Diversity; Mental Illness; Trauma and Dissociation, conflict resolution.
I have had the opportunity to work in hospitals and community-based health care settings providing counselling and psychotherapy. I have worked cross-culturally with clients who are dealing with a wide array of psychosocial issues. My clinical experience includes working with people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, loss, acculturation stress, war trauma, childhood abuse, anger management and conflict with the law.
Breanna Trozzo
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1Y
Life can be challenging, filled with obstacles and uncertainties that can take a toll on our well-being. I offer a welcoming space where you can feel safe sharing your story, thoughts, and feelings. I want you to know that I am here to provide the support you need in a way that is meaningful to you, within a compassionate space where you can explore, heal, and ultimately thrive. I work with those 16 years and older who are navigating a variety of challenges including, but not limited to, the impacts of various types of abuse, trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, shame, relationship issues, self-esteem, grief, and loss.
Life can be challenging, filled with obstacles and uncertainties that can take a toll on our well-being. I offer a welcoming space where you can feel safe sharing your story, thoughts, and feelings. I want you to know that I am here to provide the support you need in a way that is meaningful to you, within a compassionate space where you can explore, heal, and ultimately thrive. I work with those 16 years and older who are navigating a variety of challenges including, but not limited to, the impacts of various types of abuse, trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, shame, relationship issues, self-esteem, grief, and loss.
Lauren Smith
Registered Psychotherapist, MS, MFTA, RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2H
I typically work with adults and adolescents who are experiencing a variety of concerns, including, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and relationship problems. I often hear from clients that they need time and space to freely express and explore their thoughts and feelings with someone who holds an outsider's perspective and is also understanding, nonjudgmental, authentic, and offers expertise in the issues the client is bringing to the table. I can provide this space to help sort out your thoughts in order to find the empowerment and insight within.
I typically work with adults and adolescents who are experiencing a variety of concerns, including, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and relationship problems. I often hear from clients that they need time and space to freely express and explore their thoughts and feelings with someone who holds an outsider's perspective and is also understanding, nonjudgmental, authentic, and offers expertise in the issues the client is bringing to the table. I can provide this space to help sort out your thoughts in order to find the empowerment and insight within.
Maureen Hannah Maher Clinical Counsellor Hypnotherapist Emdr
Counsellor, BA, DO, CCPA
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2A
I am a Clinical Counsellor helping women overcome their concerns and troubling behaviors such asself esteem, emotional eating, body image issues, unhappy attachment in relationships, past trauma still affecting you today, situational and performance anxiety, and more. I use Hypnotherapy to help you let go of limiting mindsets and change undesirable behaviors, and EMDR to be less easily triggered and feel more safe and fulfilled in your personal relationships. Regression Hypnosis and Soul Based therapies also helps you better known yourself on a Soul level so that you find clarity in your life and to make peace with the past.
I am a Clinical Counsellor helping women overcome their concerns and troubling behaviors such asself esteem, emotional eating, body image issues, unhappy attachment in relationships, past trauma still affecting you today, situational and performance anxiety, and more. I use Hypnotherapy to help you let go of limiting mindsets and change undesirable behaviors, and EMDR to be less easily triggered and feel more safe and fulfilled in your personal relationships. Regression Hypnosis and Soul Based therapies also helps you better known yourself on a Soul level so that you find clarity in your life and to make peace with the past.
Danielle Plumpton
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1Y
I strive to support clients in meeting their goals, building upon their coping skills, and processing their trauma in a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space. Through trauma-informed, person-centered practice, our sessions would put you in the driver’s seat of your own journey to healing and growth. My integrative framework is adapted to suit the needs and presenting issues of each client I meet with, in order to support you with an approach that works best for you and your specific goals, presenting issues, and needs. It is important to me that you feel supported in a way that is significant to you.
I strive to support clients in meeting their goals, building upon their coping skills, and processing their trauma in a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space. Through trauma-informed, person-centered practice, our sessions would put you in the driver’s seat of your own journey to healing and growth. My integrative framework is adapted to suit the needs and presenting issues of each client I meet with, in order to support you with an approach that works best for you and your specific goals, presenting issues, and needs. It is important to me that you feel supported in a way that is significant to you.
Aelea Syed
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2A (Online Only)
I specialize in working with attachment based trauma, life transitions, anxiety, self-esteem, grief & loss, and spiritual/existential struggles.
I believe that therapy is like building a warm and safe sanctuary together. A therapeutic space is one where we can comfortably be ourselves and process our past and present lives. Drawing from my South Asian and Muslim background, I bring an integrative and culturally sensitive approach to healing, rooted in trauma-informed practices. My aim is to provide you with a safe and non-judgemental space to share your life story and work collaboratively to discover or rediscover your values and meaning in life. Picture yourself as the driver, steering your life's journey, with me as your passenger.
I specialize in working with attachment based trauma, life transitions, anxiety, self-esteem, grief & loss, and spiritual/existential struggles.
I believe that therapy is like building a warm and safe sanctuary together. A therapeutic space is one where we can comfortably be ourselves and process our past and present lives. Drawing from my South Asian and Muslim background, I bring an integrative and culturally sensitive approach to healing, rooted in trauma-informed practices. My aim is to provide you with a safe and non-judgemental space to share your life story and work collaboratively to discover or rediscover your values and meaning in life. Picture yourself as the driver, steering your life's journey, with me as your passenger.
Subitha Tharmakulasagaram
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2P (Online Only)
I am a master's level psychotherapist. I work with children and teens who struggle with emotional regulation, anxiety, phobias, trauma/PTSD, or depressive symptoms. I create an inclusive and judgement-free environment where children and teens feel comfortable discussing the challenges they face.
I am a master's level psychotherapist. I work with children and teens who struggle with emotional regulation, anxiety, phobias, trauma/PTSD, or depressive symptoms. I create an inclusive and judgement-free environment where children and teens feel comfortable discussing the challenges they face.
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Third Wave Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP (Q), CCC, MEd
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1N
At Third Wave Psychotherapy, we're dedicated to providing personalized and effective therapy for a wide range of mental health challenges. Our specialized expertise encompasses Trauma, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, ADHD, and Sexuality. No matter what you're facing, we're here to support you on your path to healing and growth. Your mental health journey is important, and you don't have to navigate it alone. Whether you're struggling with trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, or any other challenge, Third Wave Psychotherapy is here to help. Take the first step towards healing and schedule a consultation today.
At Third Wave Psychotherapy, we're dedicated to providing personalized and effective therapy for a wide range of mental health challenges. Our specialized expertise encompasses Trauma, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, ADHD, and Sexuality. No matter what you're facing, we're here to support you on your path to healing and growth. Your mental health journey is important, and you don't have to navigate it alone. Whether you're struggling with trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, or any other challenge, Third Wave Psychotherapy is here to help. Take the first step towards healing and schedule a consultation today.
Nereah Felix
Registered Psychotherapist, MA , RP(Qua)
Verified Verified
16 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1Y
Life can be tough and our inner struggles can become overwhelming. Navigating the depths of our own distress may be a daunting task. Luckily, we don't have to be alone. I provide therapy to adolescents, adults, seniors and couples from all backgrounds, in an environment that is open, safe and judgement-free. I have experience working with a range of issues: PTSD and trauma, depression/anxiety, self-esteem, substance use, relationship issues and more. Learn more about my approach to therapy, office locations, other FAQs through my website.
Life can be tough and our inner struggles can become overwhelming. Navigating the depths of our own distress may be a daunting task. Luckily, we don't have to be alone. I provide therapy to adolescents, adults, seniors and couples from all backgrounds, in an environment that is open, safe and judgement-free. I have experience working with a range of issues: PTSD and trauma, depression/anxiety, self-esteem, substance use, relationship issues and more. Learn more about my approach to therapy, office locations, other FAQs through my website.
Jillian Everett
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1S (Online Only)
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS - NO WAIT-LIST - Hi! My name is Jill and I am a Registered Psychotherapist. I am passionate about helping teenagers and adults through issues such as anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, relationships/communication, trauma, mood disorders, or any struggle they may experience. Through identifying the underlying causes of the issues being faced, clients can realize their strengths and adjust their approach to situations and relationships. The first step to change and healing is finding the right fit for someone to talk to, and I would love to help you through your journey.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS - NO WAIT-LIST - Hi! My name is Jill and I am a Registered Psychotherapist. I am passionate about helping teenagers and adults through issues such as anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, relationships/communication, trauma, mood disorders, or any struggle they may experience. Through identifying the underlying causes of the issues being faced, clients can realize their strengths and adjust their approach to situations and relationships. The first step to change and healing is finding the right fit for someone to talk to, and I would love to help you through your journey.
Jenny Jackson
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2H
I am a social worker who believes in the power of persons and peoples: I work with clients to create opportunities for healing and growth. I have a varied background including crisis intervention, addictions recovery, women's issues, LGBTQ+ concerns, Parts work and Somatic Experiencing. I understand the importance of melding mindfulness techniques with talk therapy. In practice, I work to combine a solid knowledge of the roots of trauma while providing a safe and welcoming environment, creatively combining these aspects of care to customise healing journeys in partnership with clients.
I am a social worker who believes in the power of persons and peoples: I work with clients to create opportunities for healing and growth. I have a varied background including crisis intervention, addictions recovery, women's issues, LGBTQ+ concerns, Parts work and Somatic Experiencing. I understand the importance of melding mindfulness techniques with talk therapy. In practice, I work to combine a solid knowledge of the roots of trauma while providing a safe and welcoming environment, creatively combining these aspects of care to customise healing journeys in partnership with clients.
Zahara Sheikh
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2B (Online Only)
My specialization in trauma-informed and Islamically integrated psychotherapy (IIP), coupled with evidence-based modalities such as CBT, ACT, DBT, and MI allows me to weave traditional therapeutic techniques with Islamic principles to offer a unique, holistic, and culturally sensitive counseling experience.
Step into a space where overwhelm is transformed into strength, and the past becomes a stepping stone to a brighter future. My therapy is more than a service – it's a promise of understanding, empathy, and a pathway to reclaiming your inner power. I promise to provide you with a safe and compassionate space where your thoughts and emotions are heard without judgment. I promise to provide a sanctuary for those seeking a counseling experience that seamlessly blends psychological expertise with cultural understanding and spiritual alignment.
My specialization in trauma-informed and Islamically integrated psychotherapy (IIP), coupled with evidence-based modalities such as CBT, ACT, DBT, and MI allows me to weave traditional therapeutic techniques with Islamic principles to offer a unique, holistic, and culturally sensitive counseling experience.
Step into a space where overwhelm is transformed into strength, and the past becomes a stepping stone to a brighter future. My therapy is more than a service – it's a promise of understanding, empathy, and a pathway to reclaiming your inner power. I promise to provide you with a safe and compassionate space where your thoughts and emotions are heard without judgment. I promise to provide a sanctuary for those seeking a counseling experience that seamlessly blends psychological expertise with cultural understanding and spiritual alignment.
Arynne Boyes
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BSc, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2A (Online Only)
My therapy style forms an integrative, trauma-informed counselling approach.
Healing is a journey, and therapy is but one step. Through my practice I offer clients a warm, empathetic, and compassionate counselling style. I strive to collaborate with my clients in achieving the goals they set in their healing journey. I approach therapy with a non-judgmental attitude, recognizing that everyone has a unique journey that has led them to the present. I aim to empower my clients and assist them in establishing the confidence and resilience needed to reach their therapeutic goals.
My therapy style forms an integrative, trauma-informed counselling approach.
Healing is a journey, and therapy is but one step. Through my practice I offer clients a warm, empathetic, and compassionate counselling style. I strive to collaborate with my clients in achieving the goals they set in their healing journey. I approach therapy with a non-judgmental attitude, recognizing that everyone has a unique journey that has led them to the present. I aim to empower my clients and assist them in establishing the confidence and resilience needed to reach their therapeutic goals.
Aroha Pride Counselling & Consulting
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1P (Online Only)
Everyone needs some extra support sometimes. With Aroha Counselling, our mental health professionals support people who are coping with a range of experiences. Our practices are framed within an anti-oppressive, queer affirming, anti-racist, sex positive, trauma informed, and harm reduction lens. Clients can expect a welcoming and stigma free counselling environment. We provide services to anyone in need of support from all walks of life and have additional specialization in providing informed services to the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Please note that all of our services are virtual.
Everyone needs some extra support sometimes. With Aroha Counselling, our mental health professionals support people who are coping with a range of experiences. Our practices are framed within an anti-oppressive, queer affirming, anti-racist, sex positive, trauma informed, and harm reduction lens. Clients can expect a welcoming and stigma free counselling environment. We provide services to anyone in need of support from all walks of life and have additional specialization in providing informed services to the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Please note that all of our services are virtual.
Shelley Briscoe-Dimock Ottawa Psychotherapy Services
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, , RP, RSW, RMFT-SM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2G
I draw on relevant evidence-based approaches to provide effective treatment and supervision and consultation from a trauma-informed and inclusive approach with particular attention to culture and diversity.
Are you struggling with your mental health or in your relationship with your partner or family? Reaching out for help can be a daunting experience. Successful therapy depends on finding the right therapist - one you can connect with and one who is competent to work with your issues. These are two of the most important factors in getting the right help. Are you a therapist looking for your own therapist, clinical supervision or mentorship? Are you developing your competencies to become and independent practitioner or looking for consultation to navigate difficult cases?
I draw on relevant evidence-based approaches to provide effective treatment and supervision and consultation from a trauma-informed and inclusive approach with particular attention to culture and diversity.
Are you struggling with your mental health or in your relationship with your partner or family? Reaching out for help can be a daunting experience. Successful therapy depends on finding the right therapist - one you can connect with and one who is competent to work with your issues. These are two of the most important factors in getting the right help. Are you a therapist looking for your own therapist, clinical supervision or mentorship? Are you developing your competencies to become and independent practitioner or looking for consultation to navigate difficult cases?
First Step Men's Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2P
Our specializations include: Borderline Personality, grief, life transitions, alcohol use, Narcissistic Personality, trauma, OCD, ADHD, behavioural issues, anger management, chronic impulsivity, anxiety, infidelity, depression, dual diagnosis, and men's issues.
Men often face pressure to suppress their emotions, making therapy a courageous act of defiance. As a therapist, I specialize in guiding men through reconnecting with their emotions and inner selves. Many men seek deeper connections and understanding, aiming to enhance relationships and daily life. No matter what you are struggling with, my goal is to help you understand your underlying motivations and develop healthier coping mechanisms. With a focus on avoidant attachment styles, I provide a safe space for exploration and empowerment, aiming to shift patterns and foster self-discovery. Book a free 20-minute consult to learn more!
Our specializations include: Borderline Personality, grief, life transitions, alcohol use, Narcissistic Personality, trauma, OCD, ADHD, behavioural issues, anger management, chronic impulsivity, anxiety, infidelity, depression, dual diagnosis, and men's issues.
Men often face pressure to suppress their emotions, making therapy a courageous act of defiance. As a therapist, I specialize in guiding men through reconnecting with their emotions and inner selves. Many men seek deeper connections and understanding, aiming to enhance relationships and daily life. No matter what you are struggling with, my goal is to help you understand your underlying motivations and develop healthier coping mechanisms. With a focus on avoidant attachment styles, I provide a safe space for exploration and empowerment, aiming to shift patterns and foster self-discovery. Book a free 20-minute consult to learn more!
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Trauma and PTSD Counsellors
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.