Therapists near Sandy Hill helping All Clientele with Chronic Illness

Whether you're experiencing a high or a low in life, we all need time to reflect and process. Therapy offers us the opportunity to improve our sense of resilience and our overall quality of life. I would be happy to assist you if you are experiencing pregnancy or postpartum, parenting uncertainties, anxiety, depression, grief, stress, interpersonal conflict, or something else entirely. Therapy has something to offer everyone who comes openly and willingly. I mostly provide services to individuals, namely adult women ages 20-40. My practice is 100% virtual. Whether you're looking for video sessions, phone appointments, e-mail exchanges, or instant messaging correspondences, there are many ways in which we can connect to help you get the help you are seeking. It takes courage to check-in with yourself, and to allow someone else to join you in that process! You are the expert on your life, and the ultimate decision-maker. I am merely here to offer a listening ear and gentle guidance. I would be honoured to chat to see if we are a good fit for what you're looking for.

Meredith Gillespie, Ph.D., C.Psych. is a clinical psychologist with extensive experience in psychological assessment and treatment of children, youth and their families across a range of developmental concerns and mental health conditions. She brings exceptional skill to the provision of care for children and families. Dr. Gillespie has developed a strong clinical practice working with young children, school-age children and adolescents struggling with emotion regulation, anxiety, OCD and mood disorders, learning disabilities, ADHD and ASD. Dr. Gillespie strives to collaborate with clinicians across disciplines, to best support the complex needs of her clients. ​ Over the last decade, Dr. Gillespie served as the Psychology Program Lead for Boomerang Health powered by Sick Kids, a satellite multidisciplinary clinic developed by Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children in Vaughan, Ontario. Her role at Boomerang Health capitalized on her experience working in both private paediatric and community-based mental health agencies, such as ROCK Reach Out Centre for Kids (Halton Region), Montreal Children's Hospital, and the McGill Psycho-Educational & Counselling Clinic. She remains an integral member of the Boomerang Psychology team.

My goal is to contribute to the well-being of children, adolescents and their families, whether in individual or family therapy or in my role as a clinical supervisor. My main areas of practice include behaviour management, anxiety, depression, trauma, positive parenting and co-parenting. I work from an integrative model, using only research-based approaches (including CBT and EMDR) and adapt my interventions to every child and family I work with. ***** Mon but est de contribuer au bien-être des enfants, des adolescents et de leurs familles que ce soit par l’entremise de la thérapie individuelle ou familiale ou de par mon rôle comme superviseure clinique. Mes principaux domaines de pratique comprennent la gestion du comportement, l'anxiété, la dépression, les traumatismes, la parentalité positive et la coparentalité. Je travaille à partir d'un modèle intégratif, n'utilisant que des approches fondées sur la recherche (dont le CBT et l’EMDR) et m'adaptant à chaque enfant et famille avec qui je travaille.

Dr. Sullivan provides psychological services (i.e., assessment and treatment) to children, adolescents, and families in both English and French. Her main areas of practice include behaviour management, anxiety, depression, trauma, co-parenting, parent training, as well as both social-emotional and diagnostic assessments. Dr. Sullivan works from a very integrative model, using only research-based approaches and adjusting to each individual family she works with. Dr. Sullivan completed her pre-doctoral residency at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) and is currently registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. ​ In addition to her work in private practice, Dr. Sullivan works as a teaching professor at the University of Ottawa in Clinical Psychology and provides clinical training and supervision to M.A. and Ph.D. students.

Bilingual - Psychotherapist in Private Practice (specialize in Mental Health for Medical Students and Pre-Med Students) I understand the challenges of pursuing a career in medicine. As a psychotherapist with many years of experience working at the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ottawa, I am passionate about helping medical students prioritize their mental health and well-being. My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where medical & pre-medical students can explore their thoughts and emotions without judgment and develop the tools, they need to thrive both in their personal and professional lives. My approach is client centred, I use evidence-based psychotherapeutic approaches, tailored to the individual needs of each client, such as: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Attachment-based Therapies, etc. I believe that self-care is essential for success in the field, and I work closely with my clients to develop personalized strategies for stress management, burnout prevention, and overall wellness. Specialties: Mental Health for Medical Students, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Burnout Prevention, Perfectionist Tendencies, Relationship Issues, Self-care, Pre-Clerkship / Clerkship Pressures, High-stakes Exams, Residency Applications (CaRMS), etc. ** I offer clinical supervision to Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and Counselling Psychology Interns - contact me for more information **

I provide counselling to individuals, couples and families with emphasis on a Family Systems approach. However, the interventions I use can vary as I meet the clients’ needs, such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Attachment Theory and Psychodynamic Therapy. My office is a safe space where confidentiality meets acceptance, understanding and support to each person’s concerns. Some of the issues I focus on are depression, anxiety, communication skills’ building, school truancy, pre and post-marital conflict, attention-deficit disorder, intimacy issues and any day-to-day life concerns. When you come to your first counselling session, we will discuss your reasons for taking the step to come and we will work together to create a treatment plan that will suit your needs. We will talk about what works best for you and how to continue our upcoming sessions. Every step we take we will take it together. I am a participant in your journey and can provide you with the tools to manage your concerns in alternate ways, should you be willing and open to explore them. I am here to provide utmost care to what it is you need to explore and accomplish.

*BOOK ONLINE* Trish's approach to therapy is collaborative one. Together, you will establish a strengths-based foundation and build towards awareness, growth, empowerment and change. Trish is committed to listening, understanding, and supporting her clients through all of their experiences. Her therapeutic process is gentle yet practical, and always down-to-earth. To book online and take the first step towards positive change, please visit: http://www.ottawapsychotherapy.com/book-online

Hello and welcome. I am a Registered Psychotherapist who practices psychotherapy with an integrative, trauma-informed approach. I draw on attachment theory, emotion focused therapy, psychodynamic principles, neuroscience, and others to work with each client individually. My intention as a therapist is to address more than just symptom reduction; through the exploration of deep issues and concerns we can work together to encourage long-term change. Using somatic (body-based) approaches and the therapeutic technique of Brainspotting, I work with clients to reset the nervous system and tap into the brain's inherent ability to heal. I believe the key to effective therapy is a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship. I am committed to providing a warm and judgment-free atmosphere to explore whatever issues you are struggling with. I have worked extensively with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, sexuality and gender, and trauma. I have particular interest in supporting members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community. Through training, experience, and ongoing learning, I strive to offer multiculturally competent services that honour diversity. I work from a trauma-informed, feminist, and anti-oppressive stance.

Dr. Lalande specializes in helping adults and adolescents treat depression, anxiety, chronic illness, chronic pain, and sleep disorders. She also offers Gottman Method couples therapy. She is trilingual and can offer therapy in English, French, and Spanish.

Dr. Alison Welsted provides psychological assessment and treatment services to adults with mental and physical health concerns. She works collaboratively with clients to address mood issues, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive conditions, posttraumatic reactions, as well as personality and relationship issues. Dr. Welsted has a particular interest in health behaviour change (e.g., smoking cessation, weight management, exercise) and women’s reproductive health issues (e.g., fertility issues, perinatal depression and anxiety, menopause). Dr. Welsted’s primary approach to therapy is cognitive-behavioural with the integration of third-wave therapies, including dialectical behaviour therapy, mindfulness, and acceptance and commitment therapy, as indicated. Dr. Welsted completed her Master’s in Health Psychology, and her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, at the University of British Columbia. Her residency was at The Ottawa Hospital in the Mental Health and Rehabilitation Psychology stream. Since completing her training, Dr. Welsted has worked in private practice and with the Ottawa Hospital and Regional Hepatitis Program.

Dr. Emily Sibbald provides assessment and therapy to adults. She works with a wide-range of clients experiencing difficulties such as depression, anxiety, trauma, anger problems, women's health, and coping with acute or chronic injury. Dr. Sibbald’s primary approach to therapy integrates cognitive-behavioural therapy with mindfulness and compassion-based approaches. Her objective is to work collaboratively with clients to establish goals and tailor individualized treatments. Dr. Sibbald emphasizes identifying client strengths and assisting them to employ those strengths while learning and developing new coping strategies. Dr. Sibbald is registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario in the areas of Clinical Psychology and Rehabilitation Psychology. She completed her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at the University of Ottawa and her pre-doctoral internship at University of Ottawa’s Centre for Psychological Services and Research. She has received training at The Ottawa Hospital Rehabilitation Centre, Royal Ottawa Health Care Group, and the Ottawa Carleton Detention Centre among others.

Who am I? I am a non-judgmental, empathetic, trustworthy, and culturally aligned psychotherapist who works with individuals all over the world and with all types of presenting issues. My theory is "let us be influenced by the solutions and less by the problems";. My overall goal is to show you that feeling good is the desired state of being and YOU have the power within you to accomplish it. I will be the one showing you how powerful you actually are and helping you every step of the way. It is my absolute passion to help you, my favorite part of life. I love my job and I love working with all my clients one-on-one. You can trust that you found a special confidant in me.

We are not broken, just stuck. Sometimes the way we cope with emotional wounds, anxieties, and fears may in fact be detrimental to us, leaving us trapped by the same patterns in life. I depart from an attachment and trauma-informed, strength-based perspective and place an emphasis on emotional regulation and experiential integration. Perhaps you have a strong feeling that you are unworthy, that others will inevitably abandon you, your needs will never be met, or others cannot be trusted. Perhaps you even know this to be logically untrue, but cannot help experiencing this to be emotionally true. This is the result of developing an internal working model at a young age which then shapes your experience of the world. In therapy, we uncover the unconscious and self-perpetuating internal working model and bring it to light. Once we gain understanding of how the model works, we can start to make space for change: think of it as updating an outdated program. We train the mind to be more flexible in processing information so we can stop reinforcing the old patterns of how we relate to self and others. Through the safety created in the therapeutic relationship, we unpack traumas from the past, learn to integrate our experiences so they are more congruent and containable, and find ways to reconnect with ourselves and others in a fulfilling way. Finding the right therapist is important, as a strong therapeutic bond is essential for effective therapy. This process takes research, patience, and intuition. I encourage you to have a conversation with me over the phone if you are considering me as your therapist, as that will give us a sense of how well we work together.

Stuck in a bit of a rut? Maybe haven't been feeling like yourself for a while? Thinking about changing in your something but don't know what? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, you are not alone. We are all human beings, and we all have it rough sometimes (and man, can it get rough!). I believe that we all have the tools we need to move in our desired direction - sometimes we just need a reminder that they are there, and sometimes we need a little help dusting them off. I use techniques and concepts from established theories, but also I think there is a lot of power in just being a fellow human and being authentic. Sometimes that means hearing out that tough stuff, and sometimes that means sharing some laughs (Laughter can be the best medicine after all!). My goal as a therapist is to provide a space for you to get what's bothering you out into the open so we can check things over together. Let's figure out where you want to go, and how we can get you there.

I work from a person-centered, eclectic approach; I believe that the most important thing is to understand your experience and to work together with you to find what works best in addressing your concerns and achieving your goals. I would love to be a part of your journey! I have training and experience working with a multitude of different types of issues, and within a number of different approaches. My work has a strong feminist and social justice backing, and I work often with members of the LGBTQ+ community, the polyamorous community, and the kink community. I believe that therapy works due in part to a strong therapist-client relationship. For this reason, I offer a free 15-20 minute phone consultation for us both to get a sense of each other, and to see whether or not we would be a good fit. It's important to me that you find the best therapist for you! I am currently supervised by a registered psychotherapist, and my office hours are currently Sunday mornings/afternoons and Monday evenings.

Whether it's to develop better coping skills, build your self-esteem, or learning how to navigate interpersonal relationships, I am here with you on your journey. I work with adolescents, adults and couples who have concerns related to anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, communication and more.

When changes occur in life, either by choice or by circumstance, the flow of day-to-day living can feel unsteady and rocky at times. As a Registered Psychotherapist, I create space for clients to reflect and share their feelings, experiences, and efforts in managing wellness in daily living, particularly through difficult life transitions. More specifically, my practice areas include stress and burnout, health difficulties, grief and loss, depression, isolation, anxiety, shyness, relationship changes, and career transitions. I approach therapy in a collaborative, client centred, and mindful way. My professional experiences stem from working with individuals and families in academic, career, hospice palliative care, and grief and bereavement counselling settings. My intention for our work together is to support you in your wellness journey towards feeling empowered, resilient, and connected to the meaningful life you want to live. I am also a certified yoga instructor and value the connection of mind-body-spirit in holistic purposeful living and wellness.

Life can be hard. Whether it is life transitions, stressors, illness, or any perceived limitation, we will all struggle, experience pain, sorrow, and discomfort. The question is, how do we support ourselves during difficult times? What type of relationship would we like to have with ourselves, others, and the world on the winding path of life? I believe psychotherapy connects us with our strengths, values, and compassion we need to live a more fulfilling, meaningful, and authentic life, despite obstacles we all encounter. It helps guide us toward approaching life with an open heart. As a Registered Psychotherapist of Ontario with more than 16 years of experience working in mental health, I focus on the treatment of low self-esteem, relationship issues, life transitions, emotional difficulties, as well as relational and childhood trauma. My practice is rooted in humanistic, mindful self-compassion, and attachment-oriented approaches. If you are looking to develop a kind, compassionate relationship with yourself, and a stronger ability to cope with life's adversities, I invite you to contact me by telephone or by e-mail. I would be honoured to become part of your journey toward meaningful change and well-being. I look forward to hearing from you.

Biblical/Christian psychotherapy with Jewish/Hebrew themes and perspectives. Seek Yeshua/Jesus: find love, peace, hope meaning. Read the Bible and talk to God every day. Repent to God of bitterness, hatred, rage, anger, self-esteem, addictions, anxiety, depression, fears, guilt, grief, loss, sadness, shame, stress, resentment, by welcoming your life to Jesus as your Savior. Forgive yourself and others. After one session, do encourage others who are suffering, to quicken your own healing and wellness. Yeshua/Jesus is the Way (to God, the Creator), the Truth and Eternal Life (beyond death) (John 3:16). 3 sessions maximum/client. Treating emotional problems at the source: emotion-focused therapy, CBT, solution-focused brief approaches, for a meaningful life. Employments: Government of Canada and Quebec (22 years); freelance court interpretation (10 years) with the Ministry of the Attorney General of Ontario; clinical pastoral education (CPE) training and experience (The Ottawa Hospital).

I have been working with youth, adults, couples and families for over 20 years providing counseling and psychotherapy, both individually and in groups. I hold a Masters Degree in Counselling and Spirituality (M.A.) and I have extensive training in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Post Traumatic Stress and Addictions. I have further developed my training with extensive readings, numerous professional workshops and supervised practice. The training, education and supervision I have acquired allows me to provide safe and effective psychotherapy and meet the professional and ethical standards set out by the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). In addition, I am an experienced supervisor who has met the qualifications required by CRPO . I have over a decade of experience providing clinical supervision. Depending on your unique needs, we can explore many techniques and interventions in our work together. Sessions offer practical strategies and tools. These include worksheets, homework suggestions, photo voice (using photography), art directives, experiential therapy exercises, psychodrama, mindfulness, creative journaling and referrals to books or pod casts, to name a few. I am very comfortable working with the diversity of sexual experiences. I have had the honor of working with and learning from many individuals, from various cultural backgrounds, socio-economic experiences, mental health concerns, gender diversity and sexual orientations. I look forward to meeting you!

I'm a Registered Psychotherapist who provides counselling and psychotherapy services to individuals 18+ who reside in Ontario. I strive to create a safe space where you feel comfortable, respected, and can express yourself without judgement. I am offering sessions only by phone and video conferencing at this time. Please send me an email if you are interested in working together and if you would like to set up a free 20-minute phone consultation.

Welcome! I am a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) in Ontario who sees individuals and couples for sexual and relational concerns. I have additional training in sex therapy and couples work. I use an eclectic approach that pulls from various modalities to suit your unique needs. I invite you to reach out today for your free phone consultation to see if us working together would be a good fit. I look forward to hearing from you!

I am a Registered Psychotherapist with a Master's Degree in Clinical and Health Psychology, and more than 20 years of clinical experience providing assessment and individual psychotherapy treatment to adolescents and adults. I am passionate about working in therapy with each person, by providing a safe and effective therapeutic relationship and process, within a warm, accepting and supportive environment, to help them increase self-awareness, gain insights into their functioning, and find new ways of seeing themselves. In this way they will learn how to make better choices in their lives and how to avoid repetitive problematic patterns in order to minimize emotional suffering and achieve their goals. My psychotherapeutic approach and style is best described as integrative, collaborative, caring and empathic. During treatment, I articulate techniques from different psychotherapy models to address patient's specific needs and concerns. I believe that asking for help is a sign of STRENGH, not weakness!

Matthias Barter is a passionate advocate for the idea that a person is more than the sum of what they are struggling with. His pursuit of a master’s degree in Counselling and Spirituality from St. Paul University helped to develop a special appreciation for the uniqueness of the journey each person undertakes. As a psychotherapist, Matthias believes strongly in providing a place of safety in which clients can begin to look at the areas of their life that they feel stuck in, while facilitating an exploration of where each client derives meaning in their lives. He has experience in treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, loss, anger, and avoidance. Working primarily from an integrative lens, Matthias combines elements of Cognitive-Behavioural approaches, Client-Centered therapies, and a Psychodynamic emphasis on early life experiences. He believes that the path to mental and emotional freedom is not in “fixing” oneself, but in embracing one’s own strength and value.

Whether you have depression, anxiety or relationship troubles, you have come to the right place. Leave your past behind, and don't let it control your future. I know from my own struggles that we can break the cycles in which we are stuck. Honest contact with another changed my world. That is why I hope you call me today. I love to support people to build their dream life. You might call me an expert in unpacking all the baggage left to us by our families, so you can live your life on your own terms. I will support you to honour your own vision. Choosing a therapist is an important process. It is important that we connect. You can then decide whether I would be a good support for you in your process. So please email or call me today. James Wearne Registered Psychotherapist #007293.

Hi, I’m Erin! I have been working in the field of mental health since 2007 and have focussed my career on helping people overcome challenges with anxiety, depression and disordered eating. Many of my clients come to me wanting to improve their relationships with themselves, their bodies, food and with others. My clients often describe me as approachable, easy to talk to, authentic, straight forward, calming and thoughtful. I am so happy that you’re here. I am a social worker and psychotherapist based in Ottawa, offering online therapy to people across Ontario. I am always happy to connect with you about your goals, questions and to discuss if I am the right person to help you achieve them.

Identity is a complicated thing, isn’t it? Life’s experiences can mould and change us. Change who we thought we were, who others know us to be. Don’t underestimate both the beauty and the pain that come with a challenging life event that requires you to re-calibrate and ask who am I now?! I strive for authentic living and have been through my fair share of hardships trying to figure out what that means. It’s a work in progress everyday and there is no greater honour than to be able to accompany someone on the journey back to themselves or in helping someone discover who they truly are for the first time. While we are all more than a collection of ideas or stereotypes, I, like you, am many different things to many different people. So, who am I? Canadian with East coaster roots. Life long vegetarian. Occasional bacon bit indulger. Walking Contradiction. Survivor. Latin dancer. Traveler. Big picture thinker with a knack for details. Poverty statistic trying not to be. Learner of Español. Struggling Vipassana meditator. Dog Mom. Multipotentialite. Maker of pottery. Helper. Therapist. My passion for therapy comes from my own personal experience with health challenges, grief and loss, navigating complex relationships, engaging in a nomadic life, and always trying my hardest to make the best of the worst.

As we grow and evolve in life, we might find some things that worked for us in the past no longer do. As we outgrow some parts of ourselves, it can be difficult to adjust to or leave behind certain behaviors and coping mechanisms. The uncertainty of who we are becoming and the unknown path that lies ahead of us can be anxiety-provoking. This is where therapy can be helpful. As a therapist, I want to work collaboratively with you in a safe and non-judgmental environment that will allow you to explore different parts of yourself. As an integrative therapist, I draw from various theories that I believe will help you achieve your goals. I treat every individual based on their needs and goals. You are the expert on your life. I want to facilitate the process of finding your voice in your story, My role is to assist you to grow towards a more authentic you. I intend to meet you where you are in your journey. Choosing the right therapist to support you in your journey is an important choice. Please contact me if you think I will be the right fit for you.

Do you find yourself living a life that does not seem to be your own? Are you motivated to change, but not sure where to begin? I invite you to take a moment and reflect on what you imagine life could look like if you had the tools to live the life you've always wanted to. Let's journey together in developing the life you long for. As a compassionate, empathetic therapist, I offer a space in which you feel valued, seen, and believed in. My approach is based on narrative, experiential, and systems theory in which I see clients from a holistic, integrated perspective. I believe everyone has strengths within them to face life's challenges and it is my privilege to discover them with you. I know life can be challenging and lonely, and taking the first step to confide in someone is brave and courageous! Seeking help is not weakness, it is a strength that will allow you to build the life you long for. I invite you to reach out to me and we can see if my approach fits what you are looking for.

Are you craving a safe emotional space to connect with unlimited possibilities? I offer to hold you firmly in my knowledge and compassion as you engage toward healing. My career started 30 years ago. I have worked mostly with adults but also with youth and children. I have been working extensively in the public non-profit sector, so I come with a broad knowledge of the resources in Ottawa. I offer services in French or English I occupied different positions involving: crisis support, psychotherapy, group training on various topics for exemple Parenting or Mental Health First Aid, and I also worked in community development. I had the opportunity to act as a Program Coordinator for the Orléans-Cumberland Early Years Centre as well as for Autism Ontario, the Ottawa Chapter. I am trained and I have offered clinical supervision to Youth Workers in LowerTown. I am still offering clinical supervision to Social Workers student. More recently I’ve worked for CFS Ottawa and offered trauma psychotherapy for Men who have experienced sexual abuse. Right before transitioning into a full time private practice, I was working part-time for the Eastern Ottawa Community Family Health Team. I am still very passionate about assisting people with their challenges. I am trained in Emotion regulation, Solution focused Therapy, CBT, basic EMDR, I offer trauma informed therapy and recently I became certified to offer Reconsolidation Therapy. Even if many of the training I took offer specific protocols, I’ve always preferred to adapt the treatment to the person seeking help rather than the other way around. This is why I will take the time to explore the specificity of your situation and we will co-create the treatment that will make the most sense for you. Meeting with you as a private Psychotherapist, will gives us the opportunity to work outside an organization’s limits.

Is there an aspect of your life that overwhelms you and leaves you feeling like you need help? Living life authentically often leads us to encounter these types of challenges. Sometimes we can trace the origin of our distress back to a particular event or experience such as a relationship or job dissatisfaction. Other times, the origins are more hidden and leave us scared and confused. The effect of this distress can take many forms, typically depression and anxiety. Talking openly in the safety and confidentiality of a therapeutic relationship can bring some relief. Humans have evolved to be social beings. Psychotherapy is both a healthy way to express our humanity, and a social process that contributes to our health. I offer an empathic and non-judgmental attitude as a basis for forming a collaborative relationship with you. Within the context of this therapeutic alliance, you will have a confidential space to talk openly for 50 minutes. Simply expressing your suffering in a trusting relationship can lead to a healthy release of emotions. Sometimes the talk can be a creative way to bring meaning to your distress, making it more conscious, manageable, and in some cases, minimal. Research has shown that most psychotherapy approaches share certain therapeutic ingredients such as establishing a relationship, setting treatment goals, and enhancing positive expectations. These common factors are what lead to therapeutic change. The therapy I provide can help you experience life more deeply, enjoy more satisfying relationships, resolve painful conflicts, and better integrate all parts of your personality.

I am a registered psychotherapist operating my own private practice offices in downtown Ottawa. I have brought together a number of talented and caring mental health practitioners who share a goal of providing exceptional and client-centered mental health services. While I am qualified to treat a broad range of issues for both individuals and couples, my particular areas of expertise include grief, bereavement and trauma counselling. I am also trained to provide crisis management and critical incident stress debriefings for workplace and other traumas, or more wide-scale natural disasters.

My name is Mamy Kalambay, I am a Registered Psychotherapist. I have experienced working with young adults, individuals, and couples on a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression and trauma amongst other complexities. My work history is significant for navigating numerous types of interactions, which has further developed my skill set as a mental health professional. The decision to start therapy is not always easy, there is a mixture of stigma, guilt or misinformation involved. That being said, I commend you for coming to this site, as it is the first step towards your healing process. Feel free to email me and book a free consultation; so you can tell me more how I can help you.

Have you been told to just "try harder" or to "stop being lazy"? You've tried endless strategies: to-do lists, timers, calendars, schedules but you still feel overwhelmed, unproductive and you are not living up to your full potential. You no longer need to struggle. Let's work together towards a more peaceful and productive life for you. I offer a non-judgemental and empathetic space for therapy and provide session notes that are emailed to you after every session. Having ADHD myself, I can personally relate to the frustration you are feeling. My approach will help you become aware of unhelpful patterns and equip you with tools to better manage your concerns. I speak both French and English and work with clients with ADHD, anxiety, stress/burnout and relationship struggles. During our sessions, we will discuss what you are going through in your life. You will then begin to navigate your struggles with more confidence and attain your full potential. I look forwards to connecting with you!

Our bodies hold everything: our histories, our hopes, our capacity to heal. Somatic therapy is an invitation to experience a coming home to your body; to support the release of what no longer serves you; to find rest and connection in the space that befriending your body creates, even in an unjust world. My therapeutic approach is attuned, collaborative, trauma-sensitive, informed by neuroscience, and committed to social justice. I am deeply attentive to the impact of the dominant culture on those of us who aren’t part of it and honoured to work with people who hold an array of social identities. I’m committed to offering a supportive place where that reality is held with care and cultural humility. Working primarily from a body-centred modality (Somatic Experiencing) means we’ll be spending time getting to know your unique nervous system. I’ll invite you to notice and be with what arrives, and to find a pace that is not overwhelming. This gradual, titrated process, which often includes moving mindfully between activation and rest, allows your nervous system the time it needs to renegotiate what it was not able to complete in the past, and to deepen as well as build new neural pathways. By working with what shows up in your body in a supported and attentive way, you create possibility: for shifting constricted, habitual responses, as well as discovering a renewed sense of well-being, vitality and a more regulated nervous system. More choices, more room for ease and connection become available, along with a greater capacity to thrive in the world. Please feel free to get in touch; I’m happy to talk with you to see if we’d be a good fit for one another, and if what you are hoping to explore is within my scope of practice. As a Registered Social Worker I can provide a receipt that most supplemental health plans will accept for reimbursement. I also offer a sliding fee scale when I can; I'm committed to making sessions accessible by balancing what is sustainable for me and what is affordable for you. Approved provider with the following programs: Indian Residential School Resolution Health Support | Non-Insured Health Benefit Medavie-Blue Cross | CanadaLife SOMATIC EXPERIENCING STUDENTS: I am approved to offer Personal Sessions and Individual Case Consultations for credit at all levels and would be pleased to support your learning.

As well as seeing my own clients, I manage a small team of psychotherapists located in downtown Ottawa providing individual and couples therapy. Clients often seek help for depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, stress management, LGBTQ issues, trauma support and other mental health concerns. Visit our website to view intro videos and to book online :)

I support individuals (18+) who are looking to develop their sense of self, build resiliency and find self-compassion. My approach to psychotherapy is rooted in social justice and contextualizes individuals’ concerns within larger social systems. I take an integrative approach and believe that you are your own expert! My role is to meet you where you're at with compassion, non-judgment and unconditional support. I draw from a number of evidence-based tools to create an individualized approach that suits your needs. Some modalities I incorporate include narrative, psychodynamic, and attachment-focused therapies. The most important part of therapy is that you feel comfortable and safe with your therapist! To learn more about my practice and whether we might be a good match, you can book a free consultation using the contact info in my profile.

Life is full of transitions, challenges, and opportunities for growth. Whether you're navigating personal struggles, feeling overwhelmed, or seeking positive change, I'm here to support you. As a therapist, my goal is to create a safe and welcoming space where you feel truly seen and heard. Together, we'll work toward helping you move forward with clarity and confidence.

A virtual practice, working with anyone residing in Ontario. To me, therapy is a warm, comfortable space we build together; it’s an hour outside of your everyday life, a shared place we can process whatever needs to be processed from the safety of. Care, compassion, non-judgement and a genuine therapeutic relationship are the foundations of our work together and are my main priorities. My focus is always holistic: we have to look at every layer - from the cues your body and nervous system are giving you to the societal messages surrounding you - to reach not just the bandaids but the deeper roots of distress and, ultimately, growth. I am trained firstly as a client-centred therapist, able to explore with you any general emotional and wellness goals you may need extra support for. I also specialize and have had training in: sex, intimacy, & relationship therapy; self esteem & self worth; intuitive food relationships & body positivity; grief, death, & loss; and spiritual/existential struggles. Decolonizing & deconstructing is a core value of my work & training, examining how the systems we are in impact individual and collective wellbeing. Being a client-centred therapist means I value your intuitive voice. I tune into your unique worldview, values, and sources of meaning as the basis of our work, and adapt around your needs creatively and collaboratively. I believe my role as a therapist is to help you access your own internal compass and its signals. Sometimes we just need to give ourselves the space and permission to listen inward!

Before coming to see me, clients feel so anxious that it keeps them up at night. Their heart sinks when their partner is not home on time with racing thoughts about car accidents. They are often filled with a sense of dread. They have a pit in their stomach and tightness in their chest. They worry that they are not doing enough. They feel overwhelmed and even panicked. They worry about making mistakes. They worry that people are judging them. They wonder what they will have to talk about at the upcoming party, what if there are people they don’t know there? They avoid spending time with friends because of worry and anxiety. If any part of this sounds familiar to you, I can help. Take a look at my website to learn more about me and to book a free call to see if I would be a good fit for you. If you are a couple tired of having the same conflicts again and again, feeling lost and as though you are at an impasse, feeling that the trust is broken, that you are totally disconnected and don’t know how to fix things, I can help. Take a look at my website to learn more about me and to book a free call to see if I would be a good fit for you. Perhaps you are a person with an intellectual disability or autism, and are feeling frustrated that you have not been able to find a therapeutic service that will adapt to your needs. Perhaps your disability is being noted but other mental health needs and life concerns are being overlooked. If this sounds like your experience, I can help. Take a look at my website to learn more about me and to book a free call to see if I would be a good fit for you.

Dr. Grenier provides bilingual (French/English) psychological services to adults and older adults. His areas of practice include the treatment of sleep disorders (chronic insomnia - chronic use of sleep medication - shift work difficulties), anxiety, depression, traumatic stress-related issues & PTSD, grief & significant losses, identity & life transitions issues, and work-related accidents. Dr. Grenier has a particular interest in working with individuals who are experiencing difficulty adjusting to living with a chronic health condition, including cardiac illnesses, chronic pain, inflammatory bowel disease, and men’s health issues. Dr. Grenier’s approach with clients is collaborative in nature and tailored to meet the needs of each client. He prioritizes evidence-informed interventions and draws on approaches that include behavioural, experiential and interpersonal components. Dr. Grenier has accumulated a wide range of clinical experience working is various settings (University of Ottawa, Montfort Hospital, Clarence-Rockland Family Health Team). He is also associated with the University of Ottawa as Assistant Professor in the Department of Family Medicine and Clinical Professor with the School of Psychology, and has been actively involved in teaching, research, and training of doctoral candidates in clinical psychology for over 20 years.

As a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), the comprehension of psychotherapy through the lens of Cognitive-Behavioral and humanistic approaches are what I specialize in. I am also currently being trained in the Psychodynamic approach in order to broaden my knowledge and hone my professional skills and identity. While working towards my Masters Degree in Counselling at Yorkville University, I completed an internship at the Montfort Hospital. Here, I had the opportunity to develop my skills by working with patients with different needs, and facing various obstacles. My clinical experience to date has enriched my knowledge, and especially strengthened my desire to pursue my career in psychotherapy. Always ready and motivated to learn more, I take every learning opportunity to develop myself professionally in order to provide a service of quality that is adapted to each of my clients. I look forward to meeting you and accompany you on your personal journey towards fulfillment.

Tired of being pathologized and feeling isolated? You are not alone. I am Melanie and I offer a respectful, collaborative, strengths-based approach in a supportive and safe, non-judgemental space where you can reflect, skill build and feel heard. In our first session, we will get to know each other, and I will ask you about your presenting challenges and preferred outcomes. In subsequent sessions, I will gradually integrate skills, concepts, role play and dialogue that pertain to trauma-informed dialectical behavioural therapy (with your consent and at your pace) in ways that align with your values and help you attain the way of living you seek. I will collaborate with you to demystify personal values from unhelpful thought patterns and cultivate your unique and personal integration of mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills into your life. I am a registered psychotherapist (Q), practicing under the supervision of Christine Contant (RP, CTIC). My counselling and psychotherapy background consists of two years of behavioral counselling for individuals who experience developmental differences and one year (2019-2020) of experience providing supervised evidence-based trauma-informed psychotherapy (DBT, narrative therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, cognitive processing, somatic experiencing) at the Centre for Treatment of Sexual Abuse and Childhood Trauma (CTSACT) from September 2019-to 2020. Currently, I practice online (private practice; OWL; Inkblot; Therapy Tribe; Lumino Health) and in-person (at Terrace Wellness) psychotherapy while I complete my MC graduate thesis on parents' reflections of high-conflict co-parenting before, during and throughout the COVID-19 pandemic with Athabasca University.

I am a clinical psychologist in Ottawa, Ontario. I provide psychotherapy and assessment services in French and English to children, adolescents and adults. My main areas of practices are trauma-related disorders and dissociation, attachment disorders, parenting challenges and infant mental health, and peripartum disorders. I conduct mental health assessments, parent-child emotional availability assessments, and parenting assessments (S.30). I draw on my training in attachment-based, narrative, and cognitive behavioural interventions to support clients. My goal is to help clients develop awareness, take a curious pause, and find meaning in their experiences. I am certified in the facilitation of the Circle of Security Parenting Program, assessment of parent-child Emotional Availability, and have formal training on the treatment of perinatal disorders and birth trauma, as well as conducting custody and access assessments.

Welcome! I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO #13587). I hold a Master's degree (M.Ed.) in Counselling Psychology from the University of Ottawa. Prior to my graduate studies, I worked as a school counsellor for over four years, specializing in supporting adolescents. ​ In my practice, I utilize the NeuroAffective Relational Model® (NARM™) as the primary framework. This approach allows us to delve into the core of your experiences and uncover what may be holding you back from connecting with yourself and others. Additionally, I integrate other therapeutic approaches such as Existential-Humanistic, Psychodynamic, Attachment-based, Polyvagal Theory, and Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) to tailor the therapy to your unique needs. ​ I have experience working with clients facing a wide range of challenges, including Complex and Childhood Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Dissociation, Self-image and Self-esteem Concerns, Substance Use and Addiction, Relational Difficulties, Attachment Issues, Codependency, and more. ​ As someone who grew up in an Asian cultural background and identifies as part of the LGBTQ+ communities, I have a particular passion for addressing Cultural/Cross-cultural Issues, LGBTQ+ Challenges, and the unique experiences faced by minorities. ​ I am here to provide you with a safe and supportive space where we can work together to explore your concerns, discover your strengths, and empower you to overcome obstacles. Whether you are seeking individual therapy or support for cultural, LGBTQ+, or minority-related issues, I am dedicated to helping you achieve personal growth and well-being. ​ Feel free to reach out to me, and let's embark on this transformative journey together.

Accepting New Clients! Despite our best efforts, it can be difficult to overcome anxiety, insecurities, and the weight of past trauma. You may wish to feel like yourself again, see genuine progress, and for others to notice this change within you. No matter the challenge you face, I am here to provide the support you have been looking for, to offer a welcoming space and to build a strong alliance for you to feel comfortable expressing yourself. As a bilingual (EN/FR) Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), I am passionate about working with individuals experiencing various issues, including anxiety, trauma, and PTSD. When you leave our session, I want you to feel heard, supported, and equipped with the appropriate tools to deal with unfavourable circumstances. To help this process, I base my work on approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and EMDR. Each individual has unique experiences; for this reason, I will always make sure to adapt my approach to you. If you are ready to take the first step towards a positive change in your life, I am here for you. Contact me to schedule a free consultation, and let us start this journey together!

My primary goal as a therapist is to develop a safe, collaborative working relationship with each of my clients. Whether you come to therapy to address anxiety, depression, grief, trauma or parenting issues, I will work with you to develop a treatment plan that meets your specific goals and needs. I do this work because I truly believe that by exploring our issues we can develop tools to cope with life and begin to embrace who we truly are. Because I value a holistic approach to mental health, I integrate models that best meet my clients’ needs. In my clinical work with individuals, couples and families, I gravitate toward psychodynamic theory and attachment theory. I also draw from cognitive behavioural therapy, emotionally focused therapy and mindfulness. If you want to better understand yourself and to heal your relationships with others, I invite you to reach out. My intention as a therapist is to empower you to find new ways to embrace your struggles so you can reconnect with yourself and live life more meaningfully. I work in the Glebe area of Ottawa under the supervision of Antoine Quenneville, Registered Psychological Associate. My client are covered by most insurance providers.

I believe I have been pointing towards therapeutic work throughout my life. Witnessing and supporting others through difficult experiences and transitions, particularly when pain, anguish, and sorrow are present, is familiar and meaningful work to me. These seasons of our lives can often feel isolating and disorienting and my work attempts to soften those edges by creating space safe enough to experience and make sense of overwhelming emotions in manageable ways. Therapy is deeply personal work. Being entrusted to know the nuances and complexities that make someone who they are is a gift I hold with tremendous care and respect. Our work together will be intentional and oriented towards the specific concerns in your present life. While it will gently push up against your working edges and involve stretching emotionally this will happen in relationship with one another and we will only move at the speed of trust. Together we will gain a rich understanding of your internal world and our therapeutic work will reflect and centre the areas you wish to see changes in. I am a registered member (qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario as well as hold membership with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. I have obtained my MEd (Counselling) from the University of Northern British Columbia and have training in Holistic Expressive Therapies as well as Indigenous Focusing-Oriented Therapy. I am particularly drawn towards work that includes grief, loss, family systems, childhood, life transitions, belonging, boundaries, shame, (in)fertility, pregnancy, parenthood, and trauma. I am a white settler of Dutch and Irish descent and I exist in spaces with cis-hetero, thin, able-bodied, and neuro-typical privileges. I work from a feminist perspective and my therapeutic approach blends together narrative, attachment, polyvagal, DBT, and expressive theories. It is informed by my academic knowledge, personal and professional lived experiences, and continued learnings. I strive to consistently act in ways that are aligned with my own values around trauma-informed, justice-oriented, fat-positive, sex/gender/culture-affirming practices while acknowledging because of my own privileges and complicities this is a commitment to lifelong (un)learning. Creating affirming therapeutic experiences that are non-judgemental and non-pathologizing is central to all of my work; therapy that is collaborative and grounded in consent, choice, and autonomy. All of you is welcome here.

Bonney works with those coping with change and stress, seeking optimal wellness, greater joy, positive relationships, and personal growth. She cares about listening deeply and getting to the heart of the story. She brings a wealth of 1:1 coaching, counselling, and group facilitation experience with families impacted by chronic and life-limiting illness, loss and grief. She works with issues related to life transitions, interpersonal relationships, sexuality, and healing from personal and intergenerational trauma. Bonney values living in balance with nature, the power of play and creativity as resources for health, and the interconnectedness of mind, body, spirit, and community in reconciling difficult situations.

When loss of meaning knocks on our door, anxiety and depression very often appear. We would like the trials of life not to exist: illness, loss of employment, loss of a loved one, a move, Covid-19, separation etc, which is unfortunately impossible to avoid. However, we can learn to go through them and develop more positive therapeutic tools to manage the emotional pain that the incomprehensible engenders. I am deeply rooted in the Existentialist Humanist approach, which will allow me to accompany you with an empathy adjusted to your experience. I also developed skills with Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Experiential and Relationship Therapy. Logotherapy is present in my accompaniment. Looking to understand what's going on in your life right now and you don't know how to get out of the disturbance? Want to explore solutions or have a place to debrief? I am here for you in a professional and competent manner to help you regain some hope. I am here for you, contact me! Lorsque la perte de sens frappe à notre porte, l'anxiété et la dépression font très souvent leur apparition. On voudrait que les épreuves de la vie n'existent pas: la maladie, la perte d'emploi, la perte d'un être cher, un déménagement, la Covid-19, une séparation etc, ce qui est malheureusement impossible à éviter. Toutefois, nous pouvons apprendre à les traverser et à développer des outils thérapeutiques plus positifs pour gérer la douleur émotionnelle qu'engendre l'incompréhensible. Je suis profondément enracinée dans l'approche Humaniste Existentialiste, ce qui me permettra de vous accompagner avec une empathie ajustée à votre vécu. J'ai aussi développé des compétences avec la Pleine Conscience, la Thérapie Cognitive Comportementale, la Thérapie Expériencielle et Relationelle. La Logothérapie est aussi présente dans mon accompagnement. Vous cherchez à comprendre ce qui se passe actuellement dans votre vie et vous ne savez pas comment vous sortir d'une épreuve? Vous souhaitez explorer des pistes de solutions ou déposer votre peine? Je suis là pour vous de façon professionnelle et compétente pour vous aider à retrouver un peu d'espoir. N'hésitez pas à me contacter! Cuando la pérdida de significado llama a nuestra puerta, la ansiedad y la depresión aparecen muy a menudo. Nos gustaría que las pruebas de la vida no existieran: enfermedad, pérdida de empleo, pérdida de un ser querido, un movimiento, Covid-19, separación, etc., que lamentablemente es imposible de evitar. Sin embargo, podemos aprender a pasar por ellos y desarrollar herramientas terapéuticas más positivas para manejar el dolor emocional que los incomprensibles engendran. Estoy profundamente arraigado en el enfoque humanista existencialista, que me permitirá acompañaros con una empatía ajustada a su experiencia. También he desarrollado habilidades con Mindfulness, Terapia Cognitiva conductual, Terapia Experiencial y Relacional. La logoterapia también está presente en mi acompañamiento. ¿Quieres entender lo que está pasando en tu vida en este momento y no sabes cómo salir de un calvario? ¿Desea explorar soluciones o presentar su sentencia? Estoy aquí para ustedes de una manera profesional y competente para ayudarles a recuperar algo de esperanza. ¡No dude en ponerse en contacto conmigo!