Female Therapists in Orleans, ON
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Emely Alcina
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Orleans, ON K4A (Online Only)
Accepting NEW clients- free consultations- book appointments online by visiting my website! Do you feel like you're hurting inside but struggle to understand why or maybe you know why but struggle to express it to others? Are you tired of feeling overwhelm, sad, alone and disconnected from the world and yearn for more in life? Life has its share of highs and lows, but it's not just about external events – it's about how we internalize challenges when they come knocking. Join me as we delve into how these trials may have contributed to the overwhelm and disconnection you're feeling today.
Accepting NEW clients- free consultations- book appointments online by visiting my website! Do you feel like you're hurting inside but struggle to understand why or maybe you know why but struggle to express it to others? Are you tired of feeling overwhelm, sad, alone and disconnected from the world and yearn for more in life? Life has its share of highs and lows, but it's not just about external events – it's about how we internalize challenges when they come knocking. Join me as we delve into how these trials may have contributed to the overwhelm and disconnection you're feeling today.
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Brittany Berg-Keogan
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orleans, ON K4A (Online Only)
Due to the fluctuating, ever-unpredictable nature of the journey through our lives, we will undoubtedly come up against situations, circumstances, and life events that can cause us to feel lost or overwhelmed. We may come to find ourselves struggling with how to make sense of the ambiguity, discomfort, and uncertainty around us, or worrying about the unknown. It is in these times that we recognize that there is no manual for 'how to live', and that navigating through life's ups and downs, complications, major decisions, and unexpected and difficult trajectories is not an instinct, but a learned skill.
Due to the fluctuating, ever-unpredictable nature of the journey through our lives, we will undoubtedly come up against situations, circumstances, and life events that can cause us to feel lost or overwhelmed. We may come to find ourselves struggling with how to make sense of the ambiguity, discomfort, and uncertainty around us, or worrying about the unknown. It is in these times that we recognize that there is no manual for 'how to live', and that navigating through life's ups and downs, complications, major decisions, and unexpected and difficult trajectories is not an instinct, but a learned skill.
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Claudine Smith
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Orleans, ON K4A
Waitlist for new clients
Claudine has been working with children and families for over a decade in many different roles, as a child protection worker, an advocate for new nursing moms, a crisis management worker with teenagers and their families as well as a parenting support counselor. Claudine mostly tends to draw from the person-centered approach when in a therapeutic relationship with clients. This means that she makes consistent efforts to meet each client "where they are" and to serve as a catalyst to each individual who is progressing through their unique process of self-discovery and self-identification.
Claudine has been working with children and families for over a decade in many different roles, as a child protection worker, an advocate for new nursing moms, a crisis management worker with teenagers and their families as well as a parenting support counselor. Claudine mostly tends to draw from the person-centered approach when in a therapeutic relationship with clients. This means that she makes consistent efforts to meet each client "where they are" and to serve as a catalyst to each individual who is progressing through their unique process of self-discovery and self-identification.
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Brown Counselling - Angela Moneta
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd , PhD
Verified Verified
Orleans, ON K1C
Brown Counselling and Therapy Services is a team of qualified therapists who are passionate about working alongside you to provide the tools and support to help you navigate through life's ups and downs. I hold a Master of Education degree in Counselling Psychology and Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Developmental & Educational Psychology. I specialize in helping teens and kids develop learning & motivational strategies that enable them to approach difficult challenges and transitions in their lives.
Brown Counselling and Therapy Services is a team of qualified therapists who are passionate about working alongside you to provide the tools and support to help you navigate through life's ups and downs. I hold a Master of Education degree in Counselling Psychology and Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Developmental & Educational Psychology. I specialize in helping teens and kids develop learning & motivational strategies that enable them to approach difficult challenges and transitions in their lives.
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Are you feeling overwhelmed or stressed? Are you trying to find a way to cope with a mental health issue like depression or anxiety? Are you struggling at work, in your relationships or in your personal life? If so, counselling therapy might be an appropriate next step. A trusted therapist can help you regain a sense of confidence and cultivate a better quality of life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stressed? Are you trying to find a way to cope with a mental health issue like depression or anxiety? Are you struggling at work, in your relationships or in your personal life? If so, counselling therapy might be an appropriate next step. A trusted therapist can help you regain a sense of confidence and cultivate a better quality of life.
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Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or just feeling unlike yourself? Are you struggling to separate yourself from past events/situations and finding yourself reliving similar thoughts and emotions? Do you struggle with constant repetitive thoughts and/or behaviours to reduce the uncomfortable thoughts? Is your child/teen struggling? If you said yes to the above, finding help can be challenging and tiresome. You may want to free yourself from the past to live your current life more fully. Whatever this life holds for you, I am are here to guide and support you.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or just feeling unlike yourself? Are you struggling to separate yourself from past events/situations and finding yourself reliving similar thoughts and emotions? Do you struggle with constant repetitive thoughts and/or behaviours to reduce the uncomfortable thoughts? Is your child/teen struggling? If you said yes to the above, finding help can be challenging and tiresome. You may want to free yourself from the past to live your current life more fully. Whatever this life holds for you, I am are here to guide and support you.
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Charron Psychotherapy Services - Victoria Emile
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orleans, ON K1E
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, or low confidence? Life can be challenging, leaving us feeling unmotivated, stuck, and uncertain of how to achieve the life we desire. Therapy might be just what you need to on your journey towards healing, unlocking your potential, developing healthy coping mechanisms, and becoming the person you want to be. Together, we can explore your unique experiences and challenges, and work towards building a happier, more fulfilling life.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, or low confidence? Life can be challenging, leaving us feeling unmotivated, stuck, and uncertain of how to achieve the life we desire. Therapy might be just what you need to on your journey towards healing, unlocking your potential, developing healthy coping mechanisms, and becoming the person you want to be. Together, we can explore your unique experiences and challenges, and work towards building a happier, more fulfilling life.
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Beth Breckenridge
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Orleans, ON K4A
Waitlist for new clients
As a Registered Psychotherapist, I work with individuals and couples in east Ottawa, Orleans, and the area. My goal in working with clients - and my hope for everyone - is that we create fulfilling lives for ourselves and meaningful relationships with our partners, family, and friends. When we feel overwhelmed by the complexities of life, we may need some outside support to find our way. I support people through this confusion towards clarity and growth. I strive to create a genuine atmosphere of warmth and support for my clients no matter what challenge or goal they bring.
As a Registered Psychotherapist, I work with individuals and couples in east Ottawa, Orleans, and the area. My goal in working with clients - and my hope for everyone - is that we create fulfilling lives for ourselves and meaningful relationships with our partners, family, and friends. When we feel overwhelmed by the complexities of life, we may need some outside support to find our way. I support people through this confusion towards clarity and growth. I strive to create a genuine atmosphere of warmth and support for my clients no matter what challenge or goal they bring.
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Wherever you find yourself at this moment, there is possibility. Whether you’re wading through hard times, on the brink of change, or seeking personal growth, therapy can provide an opportunity to encounter yourself in a new way. I approach therapy from an attachment-based, trauma-informed, somatically-oriented perspective. This means that I attend to my clients’ emotions, experiences, and bodily felt sense as they emerge in our work together. An avid learner, I am pursuing ongoing training in AEDP, a modality that blends all these aspects within the container of a deeply relational therapeutic process.
Wherever you find yourself at this moment, there is possibility. Whether you’re wading through hard times, on the brink of change, or seeking personal growth, therapy can provide an opportunity to encounter yourself in a new way. I approach therapy from an attachment-based, trauma-informed, somatically-oriented perspective. This means that I attend to my clients’ emotions, experiences, and bodily felt sense as they emerge in our work together. An avid learner, I am pursuing ongoing training in AEDP, a modality that blends all these aspects within the container of a deeply relational therapeutic process.
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I aim to support couples and individuals struggling with life transitions, relationships and decision making, to provide empowerment and coping skills.
I aim to support couples and individuals struggling with life transitions, relationships and decision making, to provide empowerment and coping skills.
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My goal is to help you ease your distress and transform your life so that you can feel empowered and gain peace of mind, through acceptance and self-development. Through therapy you may find the clarity and strength you need to overcome your struggles and experience growth. It is important to get to know who YOU are as a person, gain insight on suppressed issues through self-expression and emotional release, to finally reach a point of stability and peace. I welcome individuals, couples and families of all backgrounds and walks of life.
My goal is to help you ease your distress and transform your life so that you can feel empowered and gain peace of mind, through acceptance and self-development. Through therapy you may find the clarity and strength you need to overcome your struggles and experience growth. It is important to get to know who YOU are as a person, gain insight on suppressed issues through self-expression and emotional release, to finally reach a point of stability and peace. I welcome individuals, couples and families of all backgrounds and walks of life.
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Mélanie Lacombe | Anxiety | Depression | Orleans
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Orleans, ON K4A
Is your child or teen experiencing anxiety, depression, or strong emotions? Does frequent worry seem to get in the way of daily activities? Are you worried about their ability to regulate their emotions? If you're feeling stuck in helping them navigate the stresses of life; I’m here to help. I bring over 13 years of clinical experience to the therapy process. I work in French & English with kids, teens and young adults to help them gain coping skills to manage their anxiety, depression, self-esteem, anger and stress. I am dedicated to guiding your child on their journey to emotional well-being ensuring they no longer feel held back.
Is your child or teen experiencing anxiety, depression, or strong emotions? Does frequent worry seem to get in the way of daily activities? Are you worried about their ability to regulate their emotions? If you're feeling stuck in helping them navigate the stresses of life; I’m here to help. I bring over 13 years of clinical experience to the therapy process. I work in French & English with kids, teens and young adults to help them gain coping skills to manage their anxiety, depression, self-esteem, anger and stress. I am dedicated to guiding your child on their journey to emotional well-being ensuring they no longer feel held back.
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Joanne Nyland
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Orleans, ON K1E
Waitlist for new clients
I bring over 25 years of clinical experience to the therapy process. I am passionate about working alongside you and creating an environment where you feel accepted and can work at a pace that is manageable for you. I work from a strength based perspective bringing compassion and curiosity to the process as we figure out together your path to healing or personal growth. I have also supervised many interns in training as well as therapists as they seek to grow as clinicians. I have worked in the non-profit sector for most of my career and now I am concentrating on private practice.
I bring over 25 years of clinical experience to the therapy process. I am passionate about working alongside you and creating an environment where you feel accepted and can work at a pace that is manageable for you. I work from a strength based perspective bringing compassion and curiosity to the process as we figure out together your path to healing or personal growth. I have also supervised many interns in training as well as therapists as they seek to grow as clinicians. I have worked in the non-profit sector for most of my career and now I am concentrating on private practice.
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My passion is to provide women with the tools to cope with the difficulties life throws at us, make space to take care of themselves and to live a life they value. I have a special interest in treating people who are dealing with anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, and those who are in the various stages of motherhood; including those experiencing pregnancy, postpartum, difficulties conceiving and loss. With a deep understanding of the nuanced challenges individuals face, I strive to create a supportive space for you to explore your emotions, while also providing you with evidence based tools to help you move forward.
My passion is to provide women with the tools to cope with the difficulties life throws at us, make space to take care of themselves and to live a life they value. I have a special interest in treating people who are dealing with anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, and those who are in the various stages of motherhood; including those experiencing pregnancy, postpartum, difficulties conceiving and loss. With a deep understanding of the nuanced challenges individuals face, I strive to create a supportive space for you to explore your emotions, while also providing you with evidence based tools to help you move forward.
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Lisa M. McRae
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Orleans, ON K1E
Waitlist for new clients
I am a bilingual (English / français) Registered Psychotherapist with several years of clinical experience of working with youth (14-24 y.o.), adults (25 y.o. +) and couples. I offer both individual and couples counselling, with a specialization in Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Attachment disorders, Personality Disorders and Critical Self-Talk.
I am a bilingual (English / français) Registered Psychotherapist with several years of clinical experience of working with youth (14-24 y.o.), adults (25 y.o. +) and couples. I offer both individual and couples counselling, with a specialization in Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Attachment disorders, Personality Disorders and Critical Self-Talk.
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Debora Dudley
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orleans, ON K4A (Online Only)
** ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS**OVER 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE** COVERED BY INSURANCE**There is always change and transition in our lives, and our lives seem to be more complex and stressful these days. Sometimes we have suffered a loss or experienced a trauma. Sometimes we just need a bit of extra support. Counselling is helpful in resolving past and current issues, in acquiring positive coping strategies, and in promoting a sense of worth, hope, and well being. Debora offers professional, respectful, and knowledgeable counseling services to adults. Clients describe her as well informed, warm, insightful, and compassionate.
** ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS**OVER 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE** COVERED BY INSURANCE**There is always change and transition in our lives, and our lives seem to be more complex and stressful these days. Sometimes we have suffered a loss or experienced a trauma. Sometimes we just need a bit of extra support. Counselling is helpful in resolving past and current issues, in acquiring positive coping strategies, and in promoting a sense of worth, hope, and well being. Debora offers professional, respectful, and knowledgeable counseling services to adults. Clients describe her as well informed, warm, insightful, and compassionate.
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Do you feel anxious, depressed and low self esteem? Are you having relationship issues? Is parenting a challenge? Or you are grieving a loss? Talking to someone who will not judge you is all you need now. Come, let's face the changes together with a simple elegance. Change is possible and yes, we can.
Do you feel anxious, depressed and low self esteem? Are you having relationship issues? Is parenting a challenge? Or you are grieving a loss? Talking to someone who will not judge you is all you need now. Come, let's face the changes together with a simple elegance. Change is possible and yes, we can.
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Sometimes we feel helpless to control our emotions and thoughts, which negatively impacts our focus and interaction with others. At Nooma Counselling, we help our clients take back control by identifying their struggle, exploring solutions, and designing a unique plan to resolve their internal conflict. Imagine the freedom you can have when you work through that problem and meet your own needs!
Sometimes we feel helpless to control our emotions and thoughts, which negatively impacts our focus and interaction with others. At Nooma Counselling, we help our clients take back control by identifying their struggle, exploring solutions, and designing a unique plan to resolve their internal conflict. Imagine the freedom you can have when you work through that problem and meet your own needs!
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I specialise in perinatal mental health and women's midlife transitions.
Helping women navigate the complexities of motherhood and into midlife. Do you ever feel overwhelmed with the current phase of life you’re in or maybe even a past phase of life? Feeling stuck or uncertain? Struggling with difficult thoughts and emotions? You’re not alone.
I specialise in perinatal mental health and women's midlife transitions.
Helping women navigate the complexities of motherhood and into midlife. Do you ever feel overwhelmed with the current phase of life you’re in or maybe even a past phase of life? Feeling stuck or uncertain? Struggling with difficult thoughts and emotions? You’re not alone.
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Charron Psychotherapy Services - Claudia Milejski
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Orleans, ON K1E
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, stressed, or emotionally disregulated? Have you been faced with difficult challenges, individually or in a relationship, and are looking to find ways to navigate your situation? Do you feel not quite like yourself and are unsure where to go from here? Do you find yourself using unhealthy coping mechanisms and want to find a healthy approach? These are all common issues people bring into therapy sessions. Together, we can work to better understand your story and develop tools and strategies that will allow you to build the life you want to live.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, stressed, or emotionally disregulated? Have you been faced with difficult challenges, individually or in a relationship, and are looking to find ways to navigate your situation? Do you feel not quite like yourself and are unsure where to go from here? Do you find yourself using unhealthy coping mechanisms and want to find a healthy approach? These are all common issues people bring into therapy sessions. Together, we can work to better understand your story and develop tools and strategies that will allow you to build the life you want to live.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.