Therapists in Ottawa, ON

I provide psychotherapy to youth, adults, and families on a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and relational issues. I offer a unique and personally tailored approach to therapy, focusing on depression, anxiety, life adjustments and transitions, post-traumatic stress and psychological trauma, childhood issues and trauma, grief, family problems, and relational difficulties. I hope to provide you with an open and professional atmosphere with the goal of working through emotional difficulties, facilitating personal growth, forming healthier relationships, and moving on in your life.

Second Nature Family Health & Wellness Centre provides neurodiverse children, youth, and families with health and wellness services that are attachment-based, neuro-affirming, and child-led. We offer play therapy, occupational therapy, psychotherapy, speech therapy, naturopathic medicine and more. From one neurodiverse family to another, we welcome you!

It can be so hard when you are feeling stressed, anxious, exhausted or overwhelmed, especially when you want change and aren’t quite sure how to get there. Maybe you're losing hope and starting to wonder if the way that you feel, or that thing that keeps happening on repeat, is ‘just the way things are’. But what if it's not? What if a life with more ease and fulfillment is actually possible?

Sometimes life can take unexpected turns and we can find ourselves feeling lost, wanting something to be different. We may be feeling anxious, irritable, depressed, and we may be having some difficulty coping effectively. Sometimes we may need an objective perspective to help recalibrate our inner compass to better navigate our way to a more meaningful, purposeful, and fulfilling life.

Relationship-building and a strong therapeutic alliance come at the core of the work that I do. To me, it is important to create a space that is welcoming, non-judgmental, and relaxed, so that clients can feel open to share. I am able to work with children 7 and above, adolescents, and adult clients. I have over a decade of experience, both in a counselling and teaching capacity, and in my years of schooling I also did a concentration in special education and worked in several positions as a respite worker. I still work a fair bit with intellectual and developmental disabilities in my practice and enjoy this work very much.

Welcome. Thank you for considering me in your search for a therapist. Providing an open space for your emotional vulnerability and following you at your pace is the key to the onset of your healing journey. I work in collaboration with my clients in the therapy room - welcoming their feedback to help guide the therapeutic process. When appropriate for your needs, I incorporate practical tools established in evidence-based modalities and ancestral wellness practices to further assist you towards reaching your goals. I take a strengths-based approach to ensure that your inner strengths are being accessed and cultivated.

Feeling stuck? Not sure what choice to make? Afraid of change? Does your child drive you crazy? Do you or a loved one feel sick with anxiety? Unsure of a relationship? Feeling hurt from the past?

Are you finding yourself putting everyone else needs above your own? Are you a mom that has trouble finding yourself back after baby? That may be struggling with baby blues or postpartum depression? Or maybe you are "stuck" in a role, forgetting sometimes that you also are a woman, a friend or a colleague? Do you sometimes find it difficult to manage your emotions when they reach the boiler point? Would you enjoy having more self-worth to love & invest in you as well? What about having more time for what truly lights your heart? Or do the things you promised you'll do "sometime later" while holding less guilt and shame ?

Hello and Welcome to my page. My name is Nathalie and I am a Registered Psychotherapist in private practice at the Ottawa Psychotherapy Center. My hope is to make this experience as approachable as possible for you and create a sacred, safe and collaborative space together, where we can explore what is on your mind and assess what evidence-based approaches might be best to help you along your journey, while also considering your wants, needs, hopes, and dreams. Together we can explore areas of self-growth, self-development, life-transitions, and personal, emotional, relational, and spiritual struggles as well.

Life can be challenging, filled with obstacles and uncertainties that can take a toll on our well-being. I offer a welcoming space where you can feel safe sharing your story, thoughts, and feelings. I want you to know that I am here to provide the support you need in a way that is meaningful to you, within a compassionate space where you can explore, heal, and ultimately thrive. I work with those 16 years and older who are navigating a variety of challenges including, but not limited to, the impacts of various types of abuse, trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, shame, relationship issues, self-esteem, grief, and loss.

Our human experience can be challenging and unpredictable, and at times we may find ourselves feeling lost or overwhelmed. During these moments, reaching out can make all the difference. Together, let’s explore your unique circumstances and help you regain confidence in yourself and your abilities. I uphold a compassionate and non-judgemental space, valuing empathy, authenticity, and genuine connection. It has been my great privilege to work with courageous individuals as they confront anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem, coping skills and more.

I am a Psychotherapist with 15 years of experience working with various non-profit organizations in Ontario, providing support to diverse communities struggling with various issues, including mental health or psychiatric problems. I provide therapy services that offer treatment for individuals, couples, and family crises (including youth and children). This includes life coaching, dealing with lack of motivation, crisis interventions, relationship problems, divorce, anxiety, stress, burnout, depression, anger management, addiction, substance abuse, ADHD, school issues, etcetera.

Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, people-pleasing and emotion regulation? Do you feel like you’re not quite good enough, you can never actually reach your goals, or you just can’t seem to do “life” right? Maybe you experienced trauma from growing up in a household with emotionally immature parents. Maybe you have late-diagnosed (or undiagnosed) ADHD, and chronic feelings of being “defective” loom over you constantly. You need a therapist who will help you actually PROCESS what's going on, not just listen. You need somebody who can hold you accountable to making real change in your life, and call you on your shit

Sometimes we arrive to a place where we need to reach out for support. That being said, choosing the right therapist can certainly be tough! I find that therapist fit is the most important part of the process, and it is my hope that you find a connection that feels genuine and motivating. This is your journey, and we are here to walk alongside you as best we can. If you are looking for a safe space to explore your unique needs, Attached Psychotherapy can help. I offer psychotherapy services to adult individuals and couples struggling with connection, communication, fulfillment, and emotional well-being.

I am accepting new clients. I have over 10 years of experience in the mental health field, from a frontline Primary Care Paramedic to a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). My lived experiences as a first responder have instilled in me a profound understanding of operational stress injuries and mental health challenges experienced by public safety personnel. My unwavering passion is advocating for mental health awareness and supporting first responders, front-line healthcare workers, and public safety personnel professionals. I provided services to youth, adults, and couples.

My approach is person-centered, wholistic and supportive. It is based on the belief that every person has a unique potential to discover and develop their own inner resources and strengths. Our time together will provide you with a safe and collaborative space within which you may explore your life challenges, the changes you may wish to make that can lead towards greater personal insight, growth and wholeness. ​

I work with individual adults who are facing a variety of life challenges.I believe that hidden in our problems lie the seeds of a solution as well as some bit of undeveloped personality with potential for personal transformation. Knowing that in times of distress it's good to talk things over with someone, I listen carefully and work collaboratively with my clients. Images from the unconscious, as seen in dreams and drawings, can help us uncover a problem and develop a solution. Dreams are material from the unconscious and bring us into contact with a deeper part of ourselves.

Anxiety, a low self image or troubling habits can stop us from living up to our full potential. Maybe you are feeling it at work, in relationships, parenting or what you do in your spare time. Perhaps you are not following your passions because you are scared or feel unworthy or don't really know what your passions are. Well, the good news is that you are not giving up on your dreams. You are here! As a social worker and life coach, I have been helping my clients to uncover and follow their dreams to a peaceful, happy and fulfilled life for over 20 years. I believe in my clients' potential and I believe in you.

My theory of change is founded on the premise that healing and growth can emerge through nurturing interpersonal connections. I stand by the belief that we are relational beings, meaning that our interactions with others influence our mood, sense of self, and well-being. Through sessions, whether I work with you or your relationship, I facilitate dynamic interventions to create new bonding moments that foster cognitive awareness, emotional regulation, and behavioural changes. As a therapist, my goal is to help you shift from a place of reactiveness and hopelessness to a place of communication and connection.

If you are like most people these days, there are times when your life just doesn't go smoothly. Maybe you are struggling with high levels of stress, depression, or anxiety, or perhaps an important relationship is feeling off track. Maybe there is a particular situation that you are struggling with, such as the loss of a loved one. If any of these situations sound familiar, I can help. I work with individuals, couples, and families to assist them in identifying and overcoming the obstacles that stand in their way to greater happiness and fulfilment.

Currently accepting adult clients. In individual therapy, I work with adults and adolescents experiencing a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety and burnout as well as self-esteem difficulties. I aim to create a nonjudgmental, empathic, shame-free therapeutic space where you may feel safe to express yourself fully and to explore challenging thoughts, emotions, behaviours and relationships. I am comfortable working with individuals from all socio-cultural backgrounds (i.e. race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation).

Ma théorie du changement repose sur la conviction que la guérison personnelle ou relationnelle émerge grâce à la prise de conscience des mécanismes inconscients. Leur existence nous s’esquive, mais ils peuvent influer sur notre fonctionnement global et nos relations interpersonnelles. Le travail se concentre sur vous en tant que client. Je m'efforce de créer un environnement sain, sécurisé et accueillant pour que vous puissiez exprimer librement vos pensées, vos craintes, vos peurs et vos désirs, dans une atmosphère d'écoute empathique et sans jugement.

The Firestone CBT Clinic offers psychological assessment, treatment, and consultation for adults and adolescents who want help with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders and many other psychological concerns.

Thank you for being here! I know reaching out for support can be difficult, and I want to acknowledge your courage in taking this important step. I believe in our inner strength and capacity for healing, and whether you are feeling overwhelmed by a change in your life, looking to process past traumas, or want to reclaim your power from various challenges, I would be honoured to support you through this journey. Together, we’ll collaboratively identify your goals for therapy, learn practical skills, and work through any uncomfortable emotions or experiences that may come up for you.