Female Therapists in Ottawa, ON
Accepting new clients! In person appointments on Friday mornings. EMDR can help you re-process traumatic memories so they aren’t disturbing anymore. Talk therapy can help you learn new ways to understand your feelings. I work with those who have experienced trauma to help them heal and gain a better understanding of how to move forward. I now offer I-CBT to help treat OCD. This is an upstream treatment that targets the obsessional doubt(s) underlying the compulsive behaviour(s). I can help you regain your confidence, re-establish connections with yourself and others, and rebuild your sense of safety.
Accepting new clients! In person appointments on Friday mornings. EMDR can help you re-process traumatic memories so they aren’t disturbing anymore. Talk therapy can help you learn new ways to understand your feelings. I work with those who have experienced trauma to help them heal and gain a better understanding of how to move forward. I now offer I-CBT to help treat OCD. This is an upstream treatment that targets the obsessional doubt(s) underlying the compulsive behaviour(s). I can help you regain your confidence, re-establish connections with yourself and others, and rebuild your sense of safety.
I offer online therapy to women going through breast cancer, and to folks who experience anxiety, grief and loss, and depression. If you are a woman who has been diagnosed with breast cancer, or you have finished treatment and looking for support, you may feel alone, overwhelmed and scared. You don't have to navigate this journey on your own. If you are a person who is experiencing social anxiety, grief and loss, or depression, you may feel terrified, hopeless, and stuck. You don't have to navigate this experience on your own.
I offer online therapy to women going through breast cancer, and to folks who experience anxiety, grief and loss, and depression. If you are a woman who has been diagnosed with breast cancer, or you have finished treatment and looking for support, you may feel alone, overwhelmed and scared. You don't have to navigate this journey on your own. If you are a person who is experiencing social anxiety, grief and loss, or depression, you may feel terrified, hopeless, and stuck. You don't have to navigate this experience on your own.
Do you feel overwhelmed by events, feelings, people? Do you struggle with your daily tasks, interacting with others, and managing your emotions? Does it feel like you are in a repetitive loop, unable to break free, no matter how hard you try to get out? This situation might be draining and overwhelming to deal with alone. Maybe it is time to approach all these questions in a secure environment. Sharing your thoughts and feelings with a non-judgmental and compassionate person, able to walk with you on the path of self-discovery, might help you reach your full potential and self-accomplishment.
Do you feel overwhelmed by events, feelings, people? Do you struggle with your daily tasks, interacting with others, and managing your emotions? Does it feel like you are in a repetitive loop, unable to break free, no matter how hard you try to get out? This situation might be draining and overwhelming to deal with alone. Maybe it is time to approach all these questions in a secure environment. Sharing your thoughts and feelings with a non-judgmental and compassionate person, able to walk with you on the path of self-discovery, might help you reach your full potential and self-accomplishment.
We are a skilled team of psychotherapists who use an integrative therapy approach including CBT, DBT, ACT and with a compassion focus. We specialize in working with adolescents and adults for stress, worry, anxiety, perfectionism, sadness, depression, relationship issues, parenting challenges, difficult life transitions, and other emotional concerns that interfere with day to day functioning.
We are a skilled team of psychotherapists who use an integrative therapy approach including CBT, DBT, ACT and with a compassion focus. We specialize in working with adolescents and adults for stress, worry, anxiety, perfectionism, sadness, depression, relationship issues, parenting challenges, difficult life transitions, and other emotional concerns that interfere with day to day functioning.
Lisa Bell
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2J (Online Only)
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. I specialize in working with clients who have experienced trauma or grief but also work with individuals with anxiety, depression, stress and life transitions. I am an experienced practitioner and work with a variety of demographics and age groups. I look forward to connecting with you.
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. I specialize in working with clients who have experienced trauma or grief but also work with individuals with anxiety, depression, stress and life transitions. I am an experienced practitioner and work with a variety of demographics and age groups. I look forward to connecting with you.
Kelly Blanchfield | Mindcraft Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RPQ
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2E
Hello! Welcome to MindCraft Therapy! Have you been struggling with finding motivation, feeling overwhelmed and overstimulated? Life is tough. But you don't have to go through it alone. If you are looking for a patient, validating and empathetic approach - look no further. I have past experience working with youth and adults, including veterans. I specialize in client-centered care with a CBT/DBT and trauma-focused approach. I can offer both in person and online sessions. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out! I would be happy to set up a consultation.
Hello! Welcome to MindCraft Therapy! Have you been struggling with finding motivation, feeling overwhelmed and overstimulated? Life is tough. But you don't have to go through it alone. If you are looking for a patient, validating and empathetic approach - look no further. I have past experience working with youth and adults, including veterans. I specialize in client-centered care with a CBT/DBT and trauma-focused approach. I can offer both in person and online sessions. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out! I would be happy to set up a consultation.
Émilie Avon-Green | Ontario Online Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, CCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K4A (Online Only)
Are you struggling with stress, feelings of anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, self-doubt, and/or fears of failure. Do you feel caught up in patterns of overthinking, persistent overachievement, constant comparisons to others, and self-criticism. Are you finding that life is difficult to cope with due to constant pressures to succeed. If you relate to these experiences, know that you do not have to navigate them on your own. Whether you're seeking therapy as a student grappling with uncertainty about the future or an individual working on your sense of self-worth, I am here to support you on your path to healing and personal growth.
Are you struggling with stress, feelings of anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, self-doubt, and/or fears of failure. Do you feel caught up in patterns of overthinking, persistent overachievement, constant comparisons to others, and self-criticism. Are you finding that life is difficult to cope with due to constant pressures to succeed. If you relate to these experiences, know that you do not have to navigate them on your own. Whether you're seeking therapy as a student grappling with uncertainty about the future or an individual working on your sense of self-worth, I am here to support you on your path to healing and personal growth.
Anick M Trudel
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MEd, RP, CRPO
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1K
I am a registered bilingual psychotherapist and currently accepting new clients. I have worked in the field of mental health and social work for over seven years. I offer in person or virtual sessions. I have a client-centered approach and I use different theories to better support my clients. Some of the approaches I use in sessions are: Gottman Couples method, Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I am a registered bilingual psychotherapist and currently accepting new clients. I have worked in the field of mental health and social work for over seven years. I offer in person or virtual sessions. I have a client-centered approach and I use different theories to better support my clients. Some of the approaches I use in sessions are: Gottman Couples method, Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Maryam Siddiqui
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, CRPO, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2J
As a registered psychotherapist, I provide clients with a safe and supportive space to explore their emotions, challenges, and personal growth. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, focusing on issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationships. By using tailored therapeutic techniques, I help individuals develop self-awareness, resilience, and tools for meaningful change, empowering them to lead more fulfilling lives with greater emotional well-being
As a registered psychotherapist, I provide clients with a safe and supportive space to explore their emotions, challenges, and personal growth. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, focusing on issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationships. By using tailored therapeutic techniques, I help individuals develop self-awareness, resilience, and tools for meaningful change, empowering them to lead more fulfilling lives with greater emotional well-being
Thank you for taking these courageous first steps on your healing journey! Welcome to a space where compassion, curiosity, and understanding guide our work together. My practice is dedicated to helping you turn inward, uncovering and understanding the protective parts of yourself, and allowing your vulnerabilities to become sources of strength. Together, we will uncover and transform patterns of thought, emotion, and behaviour that you may feel are holding you back, guiding you toward a more resilient and authentic self.
Thank you for taking these courageous first steps on your healing journey! Welcome to a space where compassion, curiosity, and understanding guide our work together. My practice is dedicated to helping you turn inward, uncovering and understanding the protective parts of yourself, and allowing your vulnerabilities to become sources of strength. Together, we will uncover and transform patterns of thought, emotion, and behaviour that you may feel are holding you back, guiding you toward a more resilient and authentic self.
Stéphanie Gueye-Lebasque
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP/PA, CCC
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1L
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Bilingual services. Are you going through a challenging time? Do you want to find a new balance in your life, understand and better manage your mood, anxiety or stress? Do you want to improve your relationships? or your capacity to love and be compassionate (to) yourself? Do you want to learn new skills and strategies to cope better with your strong emotions or to assert yourself? Or do you need support in a life transition and working through grief? Perhaps you just want to explore and clarify your needs, values, goals and purpose in life? If so, I will be happy to discuss all these possibilities with you!
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Bilingual services. Are you going through a challenging time? Do you want to find a new balance in your life, understand and better manage your mood, anxiety or stress? Do you want to improve your relationships? or your capacity to love and be compassionate (to) yourself? Do you want to learn new skills and strategies to cope better with your strong emotions or to assert yourself? Or do you need support in a life transition and working through grief? Perhaps you just want to explore and clarify your needs, values, goals and purpose in life? If so, I will be happy to discuss all these possibilities with you!
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Accepting New Clients. Whether you’re struggling with a stressful situation or ongoing mental health concerns, these instances can make it difficult to see a way forward. They may lead you feeling overwhelmed, but with the guidance of a therapist, it becomes possible to discover a clearer path to navigate through them. In my practice, I focus on ensuring you feel safe, listened to and well supported. I take a gentle approach, making certain that we move at a comfortable pace and discuss the concerns that are important to you when you feel ready. My goal is to alleviate your distress, thereby helping you to address your concerns.
Accepting New Clients. Whether you’re struggling with a stressful situation or ongoing mental health concerns, these instances can make it difficult to see a way forward. They may lead you feeling overwhelmed, but with the guidance of a therapist, it becomes possible to discover a clearer path to navigate through them. In my practice, I focus on ensuring you feel safe, listened to and well supported. I take a gentle approach, making certain that we move at a comfortable pace and discuss the concerns that are important to you when you feel ready. My goal is to alleviate your distress, thereby helping you to address your concerns.
Christina Callingham
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1G (Online Only)
Life is challenging and sometimes all of the ups and downs can feel really overwhelming. I offer a supportive, non-judgemental, client centred approach to therapy. Stress, anxiety and depression can creep up in all types of life circumstances. I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families. My practice also specializes in parenting, pre-natal & postpartum support and helping navigate difficult life challenges and transitions.
Life is challenging and sometimes all of the ups and downs can feel really overwhelming. I offer a supportive, non-judgemental, client centred approach to therapy. Stress, anxiety and depression can creep up in all types of life circumstances. I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families. My practice also specializes in parenting, pre-natal & postpartum support and helping navigate difficult life challenges and transitions.
Nancy Al Kayal
Psychological Associate, MA, C Psy, Assoc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2B
My name is Nancy Al Kayal, a Psychological Associate (Supervised Practice) with a decade of experience in the field. I am part of a not-for profit community practice called The Counselling Group. Specializing in working with families, children, youth, and young adults, I employ a blend of therapeutic approaches in my practice. My diversified educational background and experience have helped me develop a hybrid approach that integrates elements of psychodynamic therapy, CBT, meditation and visualization, CCT, and art therapy.
My name is Nancy Al Kayal, a Psychological Associate (Supervised Practice) with a decade of experience in the field. I am part of a not-for profit community practice called The Counselling Group. Specializing in working with families, children, youth, and young adults, I employ a blend of therapeutic approaches in my practice. My diversified educational background and experience have helped me develop a hybrid approach that integrates elements of psychodynamic therapy, CBT, meditation and visualization, CCT, and art therapy.
Laura Arsenault-Perera
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, BA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1S
The stressors we experience can significantly impact us. You may feel anxious, have recurring thoughts, and struggle with moving forward. Let's identify what is holding you back from change. Coping with and managing change can be difficult to do alone. In therapy, we can aim to develop strategies to make things easier for you. I take a genuine and warm, client-centred approach when working with teenagers, students, & adults.
The stressors we experience can significantly impact us. You may feel anxious, have recurring thoughts, and struggle with moving forward. Let's identify what is holding you back from change. Coping with and managing change can be difficult to do alone. In therapy, we can aim to develop strategies to make things easier for you. I take a genuine and warm, client-centred approach when working with teenagers, students, & adults.
Breanna Pizzuto
Registered Psychotherapist, BHSc , BAPsych, MACP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2G
Waitlist for new clients
Are you facing grief, anxiety, communication challenges, or difficulty with setting boundaries? Do you find it hard to stick to consistent habits, find fulfilment in your work or relationships, or feel down or stuck often? Maybe some of your goals include processing life's challenges, unpacking your feelings, learning new coping strategies, or having a space in your week to feel heard and take an hour just for you. I walk alongside my clients who are looking to better manage their anxiety, work on self-acceptance, live more authentically and process loss.
Are you facing grief, anxiety, communication challenges, or difficulty with setting boundaries? Do you find it hard to stick to consistent habits, find fulfilment in your work or relationships, or feel down or stuck often? Maybe some of your goals include processing life's challenges, unpacking your feelings, learning new coping strategies, or having a space in your week to feel heard and take an hour just for you. I walk alongside my clients who are looking to better manage their anxiety, work on self-acceptance, live more authentically and process loss.
Triena McGuirk (Psychotherapy For You) Child Therapist
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1V (Online Only)
My name is Triena McGuirk and I am a Social Worker in private practice. Over the course of my experiences, I have come to learn with certainty that life is chaotic and the one thing we truly have control over is how we respond. I walk with people of all ages during life’s challenging moments, when the path is not visible. My goal as a Therapist is to assist those I serve (individuals, couples and families) in reconciling the discomfort of their experience and harness the wisdom it carries to invite more of what aligns into your life. I am diligent and resourceful in my pursuit of helping and hope those I serve leave our time
My name is Triena McGuirk and I am a Social Worker in private practice. Over the course of my experiences, I have come to learn with certainty that life is chaotic and the one thing we truly have control over is how we respond. I walk with people of all ages during life’s challenging moments, when the path is not visible. My goal as a Therapist is to assist those I serve (individuals, couples and families) in reconciling the discomfort of their experience and harness the wisdom it carries to invite more of what aligns into your life. I am diligent and resourceful in my pursuit of helping and hope those I serve leave our time
I am an Ottawa based Psychotherapist and Executive Coach with passion for mental health, relationship and psychological growth. She holds Counselling Psychology Master degree and an Albert Ellis Institute (New York) Associate Fellow with certification in Rational Emotive Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (RE-CBT). I am a registered and certified Psychotherapist in Ontario with experience working with adults, youth in mental health, relationship issues and workplace related issues; using evidence based and problem focus eclectic therapeutic Techniques. I am also a certified Executive/Life Coach and Alternative Conflict Resolution (ADR) practitioner with years of experience in Human Resources management/Development setting.
I am an Ottawa based Psychotherapist and Executive Coach with passion for mental health, relationship and psychological growth. She holds Counselling Psychology Master degree and an Albert Ellis Institute (New York) Associate Fellow with certification in Rational Emotive Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (RE-CBT). I am a registered and certified Psychotherapist in Ontario with experience working with adults, youth in mental health, relationship issues and workplace related issues; using evidence based and problem focus eclectic therapeutic Techniques. I am also a certified Executive/Life Coach and Alternative Conflict Resolution (ADR) practitioner with years of experience in Human Resources management/Development setting.
Over 32 years as a professor, supervisor, researcher, and psychologist, I have come to believe in the power of a caring and reliable therapeutic relationship as a starting point for change. I help people who are dealing with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, relationship difficulties, infidelity, divorce, adult repercussions of childhood trauma, life transitions, adjustment difficulties, grief and loss, struggles with self-esteem, loneliness and isolation. I also partner with people who want to explore avenues to make their lives more meaningful reflective of who they truly are. Francophones bienvenues! Now working online.
Over 32 years as a professor, supervisor, researcher, and psychologist, I have come to believe in the power of a caring and reliable therapeutic relationship as a starting point for change. I help people who are dealing with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, relationship difficulties, infidelity, divorce, adult repercussions of childhood trauma, life transitions, adjustment difficulties, grief and loss, struggles with self-esteem, loneliness and isolation. I also partner with people who want to explore avenues to make their lives more meaningful reflective of who they truly are. Francophones bienvenues! Now working online.
I am an intern at the Ottawa Couple and Family Institute and I am a student in my final year of the Doctor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Quebec in Outaouais. I offer couple therapy and individual therapy with adults on issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and interpersonal challenges. I provide support both in person and online, in English and in French.
I am an intern at the Ottawa Couple and Family Institute and I am a student in my final year of the Doctor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Quebec in Outaouais. I offer couple therapy and individual therapy with adults on issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and interpersonal challenges. I provide support both in person and online, in English and in French.
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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.