Therapists in K1H

Life can be a challenging/overwhelming journey at times, as a bilingual Registered Psychotherapist I thrive on enlightening my clients and helping them reach their full potential while achieving their set goals. Working within the mental health field for the past 12 years has enabled me to obtained extensive experience working with children/youth, adults, couples and families. My professional career has enriched me with an anti-oppression approach, creating a warm and welcoming environment for all of my clients. I am a strong believer in utilizing different therapeutic approaches such as; CBT and mindfulness solution practice in order to create an individualistic plan.

We are currently accepting clients immediately with NO WAIT for psychotherapy (children, adolescents, adults, and families). You can book an intake here: aws-portal/owlpractice.ca/ocfr We are a mental health centre for childhood trauma & dissociation, attachment, adoption, and high-conflict families for Ottawa and surrounding areas. Our clinicians have advanced training in a variety of evidence-based trauma-informed approaches for treating children, youth, adults, and families, including psycho-biologically and somatic based approaches, such as EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, SMART, Brainspotting, and Safe and Sound Protocol.

I believe that everyone experiences life in his or her own unique way. Whatever your situation, my goal is to listen and understand your needs while exploring new ways of living. I aim to create an environment that is safe in order to work with you to explore your past and create freedom to become the person you were meant to be. I am comfortable and trained in working with individuals, couples, and families.

Tired of communication roadblocks, your partner not listening to you.... time spent arguing rather than getting along? Family issues? Personal problems that are weighing you down? I help people get the most out of their relationship and guide them in tackling difficult issues and decisions. Experienced therapist with 30 + years of counselling experience, specializing in relationship counselling. I have offered Marriage Breakthrough Workshops, Weekend Couples Retreats and have helped thousands of couples improve their relationship. Gottman Relationship Checkup certified & 7 Principles for Making Marriage Work Leader.

As a lawyer-turned-therapist with a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology, I professionally and personally understand stress, anxiety, and feeling unhappy in one's life. Using scientifically proven counselling techniques and a client-centred therapeutic approach, I offer practical and caring assistance to help clients connect with themselves and find real-world solutions to their life, career, and relationship issues.

“New RCMP clients now welcome!” Have you experienced extreme life events that have changed the way you feel and react? Do you find it hard to trust others and feel the need to isolate from your loved ones? Do you feel more on edge? Life can be challenging at times but you don’t have to struggle alone. I offer a warm and compassionate environment laced with psychological interventions to improve symptoms related to trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and health-related difficulties so that you can start living your life instead of surviving it.

CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Welcome to Shades of Therapy! Every now and then, life throws a curveball at us which could leave a person feeling confused, alone, and unenthusiastic about life. It could also make it challenging to complete daily tasks. Surely there’s another way right? To live life the way you want to, and feel truly happy and fulfilled. Like George Harrison says, "It's all in the mind". I truly believe that asking for help is a sign of strength, and it means you are aware enough to take care of your mind as you do your body.

With extensive experience working with university and college students, emerging adults, members of marginalized communities, diverse newcomers, and coaching executives, I offer you a trained ear. Client issues include feeling stuck, mood issues, mind on overdrive, and managing transitions. Let us find ways to not only survive but also thrive in all areas of your life (school, career, community, family and so on). Clients can expect to develop acceptance, change behaviours, and use strengths to improve well-being.

Is your child or teen dealing with anxiety, depression, or strong emotions? It's tough seeing them struggle. You've tried everything, but nothing seems to help. You don't have to face this alone. Let's work together to help your child or teen feel understood and discover new ways of coping. We'll find creative and engaging ways to express ourselves and learn evidence-based strategies that are tailored to their unique needs.

Are you struggling with the daily pressures of life? Do you find yourself inundated by unhealthy thoughts and emotions which overwhelm and control your life? My name is Dela and I'm a Registered Psychotherapist with a passion for helping families and individuals like yourself learn how to regain balance by taking control of destructive thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This includes working with individuals with a history of childhood neglect, abuse, trauma, work related issues, family problems, and psychological issues including anxiety, mood, and personality disorders.

As a Registered Psychotherapist, with over 15 years in psychology, I know that reaching out for support can be difficult. I assure you that even exploring the option of therapy is a step in a healthy direction to overcome your struggles and improve your life! I am passionate about working with Teens, Adults, Parents and Families for issues such as Eating Disorders, parenting struggles, excessive worry or anxiety, feelings of "I'm not good enough", low mood/depression, stress, trauma, complex mental health issues, family & relationship diffiulties, abuse, and emotional distress. I welcome a conversation to explore working together!

Parenting is a rollercoaster, but adding a neurodevelopmental or medical condition to the mix makes it that much more challenging. I aim to treat emotional and behavioural issues, but also to help parents feel more confident about their parenting and feel more emotionally connected to their children despite the challenges.

Whether you self-identify as an ADHDer or love someone who is, if you want support from someone who really gets it, I can help. If you seek answers to the challenges that often go with being an ADHDer or if you're newly diagnosed and seek guidance on moving forward, I can help. If overwhelm, stress, or anxiety is making it difficult to function, I can help. If you're feeling misunderstood, alone, frustrated or hopeless in a relationship with an ADHDer or non ADHD partner, I can help. If you seek a better connection with those who matter, but struggle to create healthy boundaries and communication, I can help.

I help women and men who are struggling to move forward in their relationships. Whether you're looking to strengthen your bond or navigate through challenges, I'm here to guide you to a happier, more fulfilling connection. I will help you find clarity and empowerment so that you move towards the next step to a brighter future. My expertise extends to all types of relationships – intimate, familial, or those intertwined in the unique bond of twinship. Let's work together to break through barriers and pave the way for lasting happiness.

My goal is to be accountable to you for the change you want. Psychotherapy should move you forward. We'll discuss your goals, how you would know if you were improving and what prevents you from living the life you want. I support couples, families, and individuals who are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and other challenges.

I specialize in mental health support for post-secondary students, including those in college, university, medical school, graduate studies, fellowships & recent graduates. As a psychotherapist with over 14 years of experince working at the University of Ottawa in both mental health & career counselling, I am passionate about assisting you in prioritizing your mental health and overall well-being. My aim is to establish a safe and supportive space where you can freely explore your thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment. Together, we can develop the necessary tools to help you thrive both personally and professionally.

I am a registered psychologist and provide therapy and psychological assessments to teenagers (16 years old and older), adults and senior citizens struggling with a variety of issues (anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal problems, highly sensitive personality, burnout and back to work transition, illness, loss/bereavement, search for life direction and/or meaning, life transitions, etc.). I am very familiar with the government and military cultures, having worked for the federal government, including the Department of Defense, for more than 16 years. I am a Bluecross provider. I offer my services in English and in French.

Brooke Horley is a mental health counsellor, having earned a Master of Arts degree in Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy. A member of the Canadian Psychological Association and the Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals, Brooke’s core counselling principles are person-centred, believing that we are all experts in our own lives. Her counselling style is structured around strengths-based, positive psychology, and improving self-efficacy.

As your therapist, I create a safe, comfortable, and non-judgemental environment where I allow you to express who you are – the good and the bad. During this vulnerable process, I offer gentle support in reaching your therapeutic goals, by helping you make sense of the issues you are facing, gain insight into your thoughts, beliefs, and emotions, facilitate and enhance communication, connect with your inner resilience, implement changes, develop compassion towards yourself and others, and renew connections with people in your life.

Is your child (age 10-17) struggling with ADHD, OCD or anxiety? I have worked as a behavioural therapist for the past 10 years and I specialize in providing support and guidance to children and adolescents seeking relief from the impact of ADHD, OCD, and anxiety. With a personalized and evidence-based approach, I aim to create a safe and understanding space where we can collaboratively explore effective coping strategies and develop practical tools to manage symptoms. My commitment to fostering a non-judgmental and compassionate environment ensures that your child feels heard and supported throughout their therapeutic journey.

Change Creates Change Eating Disorder Care is a multi-disciplinary health care team that helps children, youth & adults recover from an eating disorder, while supporting the family unit every step of the way. New office in St. John's, NL and telehealth services provided across Canada. We are committed to connecting you to care within 2 weeks of first contact to ensure no delay in the treatment process. It is common for us to support individuals who are waiting to begin working with their local public eating disorder program - once your name comes up on the waitlist, we arrange to transfer care to your new treatment team.

Compassionate therapy and clinical supervision to support you through life's biggest challenges. With you at the center; to hear your unique needs and goals, to support your transition with a variety of evidence-based approaches and tools to best meet your needs. Allowing a space of warmth and acceptance to appreciate all the sides of you, to allow for greater awareness of the most difficult transitions and your needs at present, along with gentle questioning to allow for greater self-discovery to make sense of your journey and allow for greater acceptance to find your best way forward.

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.

Life can be overwhelming, exhausting, and sometimes we feel like we just have too many responsibilities. Finding a therapist can be just another thing to do. My approach is straightforward and practical. I want you to come to our sessions as you are, in the mess of it all. Together we can sort through what is going on and help you find balance, set goals and achieve them to live the life that you want. No more just getting through the day, but to feel truly alive and thriving at every stage.