Therapists in Ottawa, ON

At Third Wave Psychotherapy, we're dedicated to providing personalized and effective therapy for a wide range of mental health challenges. Our specialized expertise encompasses Trauma, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, ADHD, and Sexuality. No matter what you're facing, we're here to support you on your path to healing and growth. Your mental health journey is important, and you don't have to navigate it alone. Whether you're struggling with trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, or any other challenge, Third Wave Psychotherapy is here to help. Take the first step towards healing and schedule a consultation today.

Does it feel like your emotions are a burden rather than a valuable message? Are you struggling to cope with the demands of school and interpersonal relationships? Are you and your partner feeling stuck in the same negative cycle? Emotions can often feel either numb or too big, getting in the way of authentic connection to self and others. I am here to help you reconnect with your body, with your emotions, and with yourself. I work with eating disorders, anger management, self-compassion, trauma and coping with big or numbed emotions. I work especially with teens but also adults of all ages, including couples.

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.

*Waitlist Closed* I have the privilege of helping clients with a wide range of issues, including mood and panic disorders, trauma, grief, shame, self-esteem, and more. Specifically, I am passionate about helping people with their sexuality, sexual dysfunction, sexual trauma, and gender issues. I am a queer woman and passionate about working with the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. I work with heterosexual and cisgender clients as well. I see individuals, couples, families, and adults. Therapy will allow you to process your emotions and experiences, work through your problems, be attentively heard, and work towards the goals that you set.

Welcome and thank you for stopping by! It is never easy to take the step towards change, yet, here you are taking that very step. Perhaps you've been worn down by life or you are stuck because of an inner conflict. Do you have trouble identifying and accepting your emotions or are mired in self-defeating beliefs and irrational thoughts? I can help. I embrace a compassion-focused approach which helps to ease your burdens, alleviate your hurt and lessen your struggles. I provide a warm, confidential and non-judgmental space which fosters a quieting of the mind that enable and empower you to actualize your hopes, dreams, and ideas.

Damian works with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a wide range of challenges. Some of these include Depression, Anxiety, Life Transitions, Goal-Setting, and other areas of difficulty. He works with individuals to develop coping strategies in order to build clients' understanding and ability to cope with life's challenges. Damian has also previously worked with the Canadian Mental Health Association to facilitate delivery of recovery-oriented mental health curriculum for youth and adults.

My clients are looking to lead a balanced life with the perspective and tools to face challenges with resilience and optimism. Addictions, anxiety, depression, or negative thinking might be getting in the way of relationship or life goals. My clients are hoping to find practical problem solving in their sessions with me but also build bigger picture thinking and perhaps even get into the big philosophical questions that are a part of making life feel worth living. They value a genuine, human experience with an open-minded, culturally sensitive supporter, that allows them to tap into their own resources for long term well-being.

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

Perhaps you are carrying a heavy weight on your shoulders and painful stories in your heart. Maybe you feel alone, lost, and uncertain of your path. You may be hurt in your couple relationship or experience it as unfulfilling or lacking an intimate connection. I believe that change and healing happens within a safe and supportive relationship. I will meet you where you are and offer you an empathetic ear and a confidential place, where we can explore your struggles and work together through your process of self-discovery and growth.

Whether you are struggling at work, at home, internally, or all-of-the-above, therapy can help you find wellness and develop resilience against negative thoughts, burnout, and stress. My first goal is that you feel heard in a safe space, void of judgement, and my second goal is to be your partner in your healing and self development. I welcome new clients who have never considered therapy before and those who are still looking for the right therapist. I also work with couples and families, as I am passionate about family dynamics, personal vs cultural dynamics, and strong communcations.

Do you feel stuck? Are you overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or relationship issues? Uncomfortable symptoms and stress can often lead us to pause and re-evaluate our needs, or to go inward and connect with a deeper sense of ourselves. As humans we heal and grow best when we work together towards solutions and change, and counselling and psychotherapy can offer you the space to pause, reflect, and find solutions in moving forward from your current stressors by cultivating your path to True Care.

Many of us go through various phases within our lives and we may not always know how to navigate difficult situations. Working collaboratively can help in recognizing unhealthy and healthy behaviours that are meeting needs or hindering your well being.

I strive to support clients in meeting their goals, building upon their coping skills, and processing their trauma in a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space. Through trauma-informed, person-centered practice, our sessions would put you in the driver’s seat of your own journey to healing and growth. My integrative framework is adapted to suit the needs and presenting issues of each client I meet with, in order to support you with an approach that works best for you and your specific goals, presenting issues, and needs. It is important to me that you feel supported in a way that is significant to you.

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.

Registered Social Workers (RSW) at On The Ball provide holistic, comprehensive care to clients of all ages, in every stage of life. A variety of therapies are offered in different formats, including individual therapy, group therapy and parent consultation. From a trauma-informed, compassionate lens, RSWs will meet with you, understand your needs and co-develop a tailored plan to support you. RSWs can also support with navigating complex systems, such as the school system and health care system while advocating for you and your family.

Tara Connolly is a counselor and consultant with over 20 years experience working with people with disabilities in a diversity of settings. Her areas of expertise related to ASD include: supporting transitions, building supportive environments through evidence based practice, mental health and wellness concerns for adults with ASD and strategies for success in adult life. Tara has provided consulting and training related to ASD at the local, provincial and national level. She has worked as a teacher, ASD Consultant with the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario, ASD Content Expert with the Public Health Agency of Canada, and as a Disabilities Counsellor with Algonquin College.

Hi there, if you are reading this you are probably taking the first steps towards starting your therapy journey. Take a moment and applaud yourself, this is no small feat! My name is Samatha, but you can call me Sam. Our health, both physical and mental, and how those interact has always been a huge interest to me. There is something so intimate and interesting about how connected our mental health is to our relationships, perceptions, behaviours, and environments. And even more interesting, that while these ultimately shape our experience, we have the power to shape them as well.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist (CRPQ)with more than 15 years of experience in mental health working with adults, couples, and children. I am also an art therapist in Quebec (Montreal). I am an expert in different approaches including psychodynamics, CBT, mindfulness, Art therapy, Emotional focused therapy, Attachment-based therapy, and Humanistic approach. I utilize a client-centred methodology to provide a compassionate and safe therapeutic environment for my clients and use the appropriate approach based on my client’s needs and goals to maximize the result.

Life can be hard and finding a therapist who truly hears you can be challenging. You might feel that no one understands what you're going through. Experiencing pain alone may leave you feeling overwhelmed, stressed or numb as the days pass. Eventually the experience may feel like a never-ending rollercoaster with more downs than ups. However, seeking therapy takes strength and courage, and each part of you is welcomed (even your most hurtful parts or the parts you might avoid). Sometimes help is needed to cope with life obstacles, manage interpersonal relationships, regulate your emotions, and heal from your traumatic experiences.

"Tell me, what is it you plan to do / With your one wild and precious life?" -Mary Oliver, "The Summer Day" ----- There are so many things that I love about these lines by the poet Mary Oliver. She reminds us that we have choices about what we want to do with the unique and precious life that each of us has. That word 'wild' can encompass beauty and pain, joy and struggle. But even when life is at its most difficult, and even when we feel least in control, we can make meaningful change.

I am currently unable to take on new clients. However, feel free to send a message for a referral to a therapist with similar experience. Thank you and best of luck on your therapy journey :)

Discover a new path to healing with an experienced & compassionate psychotherapist. With 20 yrs of experience, I specialize in helping individuals & couples navigate life's complexities. My evidence-based approach & diverse therapy techniques will empower you to achieve your goals. Let's work together to create a personalized plan that addresses your unique challenges & goals. Overcome your challenges and live a more fulfilling life. Together we will build a plan were you feel empowered and in control of your life. Sessions are client driven, which means you set the pace. My goal is to provide a safe space and help you overcome

Currently fully booked and not taking new clients at this time. My clients often describe feeling disconnected, dropping hobbies, having a hard time imagining the future, and isolating from others. They focus on what is going wrong in life, struggle to see the point in life, and notice being pretty tough on themselves. I largely focus on working with men who are struggling with depression and men who have never tried therapy before, however, I am open to working with all genders if my profile resonates with you.

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.