Therapists in K1Z
Are your negative self-talk and patterns holding you back? Perhaps causing you to overthink, feel overwhelmed, stressed, burnt out, anxious or depressed? Are you looking for tools and mental skills to improve your quality of life and overall well-being? I am a bilingual registered psychotherapist with extensive experience working with adolescents and adults across various mental health settings. I help clients to develop the tools and mental skills to identify and change their thought patterns, in order to improve their quality of life while increasing their self-worth and confidence.
Are your negative self-talk and patterns holding you back? Perhaps causing you to overthink, feel overwhelmed, stressed, burnt out, anxious or depressed? Are you looking for tools and mental skills to improve your quality of life and overall well-being? I am a bilingual registered psychotherapist with extensive experience working with adolescents and adults across various mental health settings. I help clients to develop the tools and mental skills to identify and change their thought patterns, in order to improve their quality of life while increasing their self-worth and confidence.
Jennifer Kogan
Registered Social Worker, MSW, LICSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1Z (Online Only)
Life does not always go where we expect it to – disappointments, losses and transitions happen. Whether it’s family, relationships, work or school pressures it can all get overwhelming sometimes. Together, we can explore what you need to feel more connected to yourself and those you care about.
Life does not always go where we expect it to – disappointments, losses and transitions happen. Whether it’s family, relationships, work or school pressures it can all get overwhelming sometimes. Together, we can explore what you need to feel more connected to yourself and those you care about.
Courtney Leeder
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1Z (Online Only)
I understand that life can be filled with unforeseen obstacles and difficulties and believe that by providing an environment centered around genuineness, empathy, and acceptance, you may feel safe to deepen your experiences and create opportunities for change.
I understand that life can be filled with unforeseen obstacles and difficulties and believe that by providing an environment centered around genuineness, empathy, and acceptance, you may feel safe to deepen your experiences and create opportunities for change.
Dr. Bill works with clients with varied presenting problems, ranging from anxiety and depression to post-traumatic stress.
Dr. Bill works with clients with varied presenting problems, ranging from anxiety and depression to post-traumatic stress.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with stress, chronically exhausted and on the verge of burnout? Do you feel like you’re stuck in fight/flight or shutdown mode? Are you experiencing anger, anxiety, depression and/or relying too much on alcohol or other substances to cope? Are you struggling with centering your own needs and desires, or maintaining balance in your life? Are you a helping professional or caregiver? If so, you may benefit from speaking to a professional who specializes in treating stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, addiction, empathic strain/compassion fatigue, trauma exposure and secondary traumatic stress.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with stress, chronically exhausted and on the verge of burnout? Do you feel like you’re stuck in fight/flight or shutdown mode? Are you experiencing anger, anxiety, depression and/or relying too much on alcohol or other substances to cope? Are you struggling with centering your own needs and desires, or maintaining balance in your life? Are you a helping professional or caregiver? If so, you may benefit from speaking to a professional who specializes in treating stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, addiction, empathic strain/compassion fatigue, trauma exposure and secondary traumatic stress.
Christiane Lafleche
Registered Social Worker, MSW , RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1Z
Waitlist for new clients
Dear life-giver, you have been endowed with a great ability, the ability to bring life through time. While this can bring great joy, it can also be the cause of loss, guilt, shame and overwhelm. From termination of pregnancy, miscarriage, birth trauma, and perinatal anxiety and depression, I am here to support you so that you can start feeling uplifted, at peace and simply well. Life-giving is hard! You deserve to find empowerment and joy within it.
Dear life-giver, you have been endowed with a great ability, the ability to bring life through time. While this can bring great joy, it can also be the cause of loss, guilt, shame and overwhelm. From termination of pregnancy, miscarriage, birth trauma, and perinatal anxiety and depression, I am here to support you so that you can start feeling uplifted, at peace and simply well. Life-giving is hard! You deserve to find empowerment and joy within it.
As a man, emotions and sharing them often create barriers for relationships with others and with ourselves. Support around emotional awareness for men is important to help build a better connection with all aspects of our lives. Being able to share and communicate who we "really" are is vital to a fulfilling life. I help men deal with emotional awareness. Supporting men to work through their own emotional histories and how that effects them daily is the key to connecting to your true "self". We need to address issues, like Trauma, Addiction and Shame, to help you understand the roots of emotional identity and its effects today.
As a man, emotions and sharing them often create barriers for relationships with others and with ourselves. Support around emotional awareness for men is important to help build a better connection with all aspects of our lives. Being able to share and communicate who we "really" are is vital to a fulfilling life. I help men deal with emotional awareness. Supporting men to work through their own emotional histories and how that effects them daily is the key to connecting to your true "self". We need to address issues, like Trauma, Addiction and Shame, to help you understand the roots of emotional identity and its effects today.
I currently have space virtually and Tues/Wed evenings. I work with children, youth, adults and couples in a variety of areas. As part of a blended family, I have a special interest in the experience of step-parenting and the often challenging dynamics. In my work with children I work closely with parents to integrate an understanding of developmentally appropriate practices at home. I enjoy supporting couples to find new ways to communicate and understand one another, and to break the unhelpful patterns we all tend to fall into.
I currently have space virtually and Tues/Wed evenings. I work with children, youth, adults and couples in a variety of areas. As part of a blended family, I have a special interest in the experience of step-parenting and the often challenging dynamics. In my work with children I work closely with parents to integrate an understanding of developmentally appropriate practices at home. I enjoy supporting couples to find new ways to communicate and understand one another, and to break the unhelpful patterns we all tend to fall into.
Accepting new clients! I offer a warm and supportive counselling style, meeting my clients wherever they are in their healing journey. I approach therapy as a collaborative process, recognizing that everyone has the ability within themselves to reach the goals they set in therapy.
Accepting new clients! I offer a warm and supportive counselling style, meeting my clients wherever they are in their healing journey. I approach therapy as a collaborative process, recognizing that everyone has the ability within themselves to reach the goals they set in therapy.
Charles Dickens once remarked that “a wonderful fact to reflect upon is that every human is a profound secret and mystery to every other." Despite how unique we all are, we often tend to spend much of our lives suffering, searching for happiness in places we struggle to ever find. Our wounds are the gateways to the most sacred parts of us and when we are open to new possibilities, we find what we had hoped for. It would be my honour to help make those possibilities your present realities.
Charles Dickens once remarked that “a wonderful fact to reflect upon is that every human is a profound secret and mystery to every other." Despite how unique we all are, we often tend to spend much of our lives suffering, searching for happiness in places we struggle to ever find. Our wounds are the gateways to the most sacred parts of us and when we are open to new possibilities, we find what we had hoped for. It would be my honour to help make those possibilities your present realities.
I offer counselling and therapy to individuals struggling with a wide range of issues, including anxiety and depression, relationship difficulties, family conflict, parenting, burnout, and work/life balance. I use an integrative approach and provide the following evidence-based therapies: emotion-focused, cognitive-behavioural, insight-oriented, and psycho-educational with a particular interest in mindfulness-based approaches including mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and compassion-focused therapies.
I offer counselling and therapy to individuals struggling with a wide range of issues, including anxiety and depression, relationship difficulties, family conflict, parenting, burnout, and work/life balance. I use an integrative approach and provide the following evidence-based therapies: emotion-focused, cognitive-behavioural, insight-oriented, and psycho-educational with a particular interest in mindfulness-based approaches including mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and compassion-focused therapies.
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Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1Z
You cannot do it alone and no one can do it for you" P.L. You may have noticed that your mood fluctuates between feeling anxious and/or depressed. And you don't know how to navigate or interrupt this cycle. Life is nudging you towards seeking support because at times holding it all by yourself feels like too much. In therapy with me, you will feel heard, and understood. You will learn what is overwhelming your internal system (thoughts, feelings and experiences in the body) and be able to move towards regulation, ease and balance. I bring a sense of curiosity and compassion and empower you to lead with courage and confidence.
You cannot do it alone and no one can do it for you" P.L. You may have noticed that your mood fluctuates between feeling anxious and/or depressed. And you don't know how to navigate or interrupt this cycle. Life is nudging you towards seeking support because at times holding it all by yourself feels like too much. In therapy with me, you will feel heard, and understood. You will learn what is overwhelming your internal system (thoughts, feelings and experiences in the body) and be able to move towards regulation, ease and balance. I bring a sense of curiosity and compassion and empower you to lead with courage and confidence.
Hannah Taylor-Johnson
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BSc, DCiiat, AT, RP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1Z (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you unsure if you’re getting parenting, life, work, balance, and regulation right? Are you tired of worrying whether your child is going to be ok? Are you uncertain what to do with the big feelings or the big feelers in your life? Have you hit a wall trying to figure it out alone? I specialize in the treatment of children and adults struggling with ‘getting it right’ and understanding themselves in a sea of misinformation and misleading online spaces. I offer support for neurodivergence, grief, loss, race-based trauma, immigration, and intergenerational challenges through education, attunement, and therapeutic rapport.
Are you unsure if you’re getting parenting, life, work, balance, and regulation right? Are you tired of worrying whether your child is going to be ok? Are you uncertain what to do with the big feelings or the big feelers in your life? Have you hit a wall trying to figure it out alone? I specialize in the treatment of children and adults struggling with ‘getting it right’ and understanding themselves in a sea of misinformation and misleading online spaces. I offer support for neurodivergence, grief, loss, race-based trauma, immigration, and intergenerational challenges through education, attunement, and therapeutic rapport.
I believe in therapy. I’ve dedicated my career to advancing the field of mental health because I believe in therapy and that everyone should have access to it. In a world that is fast paced, challenging, and often very public, the therapy room offers solace and an opportunity to reflect, heal, and grow ... in private.
I believe in therapy. I’ve dedicated my career to advancing the field of mental health because I believe in therapy and that everyone should have access to it. In a world that is fast paced, challenging, and often very public, the therapy room offers solace and an opportunity to reflect, heal, and grow ... in private.
Kevin Chaves
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1Z (Online Only)
I provide a safe and respectful space for you to authentically explore your concerns such as anxiety, stress, burnout, sadness, or difficulties making decisions in life. In our sessions, I will help you identify what’s important to you and teach you skills to meet your goals. Life can be challenging and we all benefit from support at times in moving forward with greater clarity and confidence. Learning to respond more flexibly to difficult thoughts/feelings eases their hold on you. I will work collaboratively with you to take the next steps toward the life you want.
I provide a safe and respectful space for you to authentically explore your concerns such as anxiety, stress, burnout, sadness, or difficulties making decisions in life. In our sessions, I will help you identify what’s important to you and teach you skills to meet your goals. Life can be challenging and we all benefit from support at times in moving forward with greater clarity and confidence. Learning to respond more flexibly to difficult thoughts/feelings eases their hold on you. I will work collaboratively with you to take the next steps toward the life you want.
Life can be hard. Whether it is life transitions, stressors, illness, or any perceived limitation, we will all struggle, experience pain, sorrow, and discomfort. The question is, how do we support ourselves during difficult times? What type of relationship would we like to have with ourselves, others, and the world on the winding path of life? I believe psychotherapy connects us with our strengths, values, and compassion we need to live a more fulfilling, meaningful, and authentic life, despite obstacles we all encounter. It helps guide us toward approaching life with an open heart.
Life can be hard. Whether it is life transitions, stressors, illness, or any perceived limitation, we will all struggle, experience pain, sorrow, and discomfort. The question is, how do we support ourselves during difficult times? What type of relationship would we like to have with ourselves, others, and the world on the winding path of life? I believe psychotherapy connects us with our strengths, values, and compassion we need to live a more fulfilling, meaningful, and authentic life, despite obstacles we all encounter. It helps guide us toward approaching life with an open heart.
Pegah Jamshidi
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1Z (Online Only)
If you struggle to manage intense emotions, get through distressing situations or maintain stable relationships, then Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) may be suitable for you. It is a treatment best suited for problems related to emotion dysregulation (including borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, aggression, substance use, eating disorder, self-harm and suicidal behaviour). I offer both individual sessions and group, or both combined. Contact me and we can decide which model fits your needs best. Please visit: https://www.nurturedmindpsychotherapy.com to read more about DBT, program pricing, and to register.
If you struggle to manage intense emotions, get through distressing situations or maintain stable relationships, then Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) may be suitable for you. It is a treatment best suited for problems related to emotion dysregulation (including borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, aggression, substance use, eating disorder, self-harm and suicidal behaviour). I offer both individual sessions and group, or both combined. Contact me and we can decide which model fits your needs best. Please visit: https://www.nurturedmindpsychotherapy.com to read more about DBT, program pricing, and to register.
Jessica Landry
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1Z (Online Only)
Loss is lonely. The world around you continues on while yours has crumbled. You may put on a smile, but the pain feels heavy. It's hard to talk to family and friends about it. Your life has changed, and you aren’t sure how to pick up the pieces. Everyday tasks are challenging, and you feel very overwhelmed. Things feel out of control. Sound familiar? You aren’t alone. Grief can feel heavy and isolating, and can be activated by any loss or change. Whether you have lost a loved one, a relationship, a job, or experienced something that has impacted you profoundly, it would be an honor to walk alongside you during your healing journey.
Loss is lonely. The world around you continues on while yours has crumbled. You may put on a smile, but the pain feels heavy. It's hard to talk to family and friends about it. Your life has changed, and you aren’t sure how to pick up the pieces. Everyday tasks are challenging, and you feel very overwhelmed. Things feel out of control. Sound familiar? You aren’t alone. Grief can feel heavy and isolating, and can be activated by any loss or change. Whether you have lost a loved one, a relationship, a job, or experienced something that has impacted you profoundly, it would be an honor to walk alongside you during your healing journey.
Kendra Grant
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1Z (Online Only)
I specialize in helping helpers - because as a medical professional or caregiver you're wonderful at caring for others but get caught in the trap of being too busy to care for yourself. You put the needs of others above your own and get lost trying to re-establish balance. I am also passionate about helping those grieving. Despite recognizing the natural process of grief, it can feel confusing, isolating, shocking and overwhelming to navigate the wide range of emotions. At times, these two intersect when caregivers become bereaved and it can feel impossible to navigate life moving forward.
I specialize in helping helpers - because as a medical professional or caregiver you're wonderful at caring for others but get caught in the trap of being too busy to care for yourself. You put the needs of others above your own and get lost trying to re-establish balance. I am also passionate about helping those grieving. Despite recognizing the natural process of grief, it can feel confusing, isolating, shocking and overwhelming to navigate the wide range of emotions. At times, these two intersect when caregivers become bereaved and it can feel impossible to navigate life moving forward.
I am a warm, compassionate, and collaborative Clinical Health and Rehabilitation Psychologist who provides individual and group psychotherapy. I am passionate about my work and have over 25 years clinical experience in a range of areas including mood, anxiety, psychosis, life transitions, work issues, and personal growth and exploration. Please see my website www.Drnicolawright.com for a more detailed description of my services, experience and approach to therapy.
I am a warm, compassionate, and collaborative Clinical Health and Rehabilitation Psychologist who provides individual and group psychotherapy. I am passionate about my work and have over 25 years clinical experience in a range of areas including mood, anxiety, psychosis, life transitions, work issues, and personal growth and exploration. Please see my website www.Drnicolawright.com for a more detailed description of my services, experience and approach to therapy.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in K1Z
80+
Average cost per session
$170
Counsellors in K1Z who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
84% | Relationship Issues |
83% | Self Esteem |
80% | Depression |
78% | Stress |
72% | Trauma and PTSD |
72% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
59% | Blue Cross |
56% | SunLife |
56% | Canada Life | Great-West Life |
How Counsellors in K1Z see their clients
62% | In Person and Online | |
38% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
76% | Female | |
23% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in K1Z?
Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postal code, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postal code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Most Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are certified by one of the main professional associations, mainly the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA), and will have a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC) designation with their name. Social Workers listed in the directory must be registered members of the college specific to their province. To be listed in the directory, Psychologists must be registered with the psychological college specific to their province or territory.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given the considerable variation in professional regulation and prerequisites across Canadian provinces, some providers may possess significant professional qualifications without necessarily holding professional memberships or being obliged to acquire them. As a result, they may be selectively included without the "Verified" seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given the considerable variation in professional regulation and prerequisites across Canadian provinces, some providers may possess significant professional qualifications without necessarily holding professional memberships or being obliged to acquire them. As a result, they may be selectively included without the "Verified" seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Psychologists, counsellors, psychotherapists and social workers can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and supervised, practical experience that enable them to do so in Canada.
Psychologists have a master's and/or doctoral degree and have passed both written and oral exams. Psychologists are able to complete mental health assessments and provide diagnostic information to clients as well as provide counselling therapy or psychotherapy. Counsellors and psychotherapists are expected to have a master's or doctoral degree in counselling psychology, social work, or a related mental health discipline and certification by a professional association, such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. Registered Social Workers possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work and where possible must be licensed or certified by the provincial government and/or regulatory college.
Psychologists have a master's and/or doctoral degree and have passed both written and oral exams. Psychologists are able to complete mental health assessments and provide diagnostic information to clients as well as provide counselling therapy or psychotherapy. Counsellors and psychotherapists are expected to have a master's or doctoral degree in counselling psychology, social work, or a related mental health discipline and certification by a professional association, such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. Registered Social Workers possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work and where possible must be licensed or certified by the provincial government and/or regulatory college.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in Canada could be between $100 and $200. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. Some types of outpatient mental health services are covered by Medicare, provided these are performed by a licensed mental health professional in the provinces or territory you reside in and who accepts the assignment.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. Some types of outpatient mental health services are covered by Medicare, provided these are performed by a licensed mental health professional in the provinces or territory you reside in and who accepts the assignment.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postal code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Professionals licensed by regulatory colleges and those certified by associations such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association are obligated to uphold client confidentiality unless there is a legal reason that requires them to disclose information. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client or others, or a court order, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.