Therapists in Ottawa, ON

Dr. Nazir Hussain M.A. R.S.W. PhD is a genuine and curious psychotherapist, educator, and researcher with over 39 years of clinical expertise in anxiety, trauma, OCD, phobias, depression, relationships, marriage difficulties, addiction and much more. He specializes in CBT, trauma therapy, DBT, EMDR, CPT, Gottman Therapy, hypnosis, and has evidence-based knowledge of Eastern and Western healing and integrative approaches to care. Nazir Hussain has written 12 publications. Extensive knowledge of medical anthropology and cross cultural mental health issue makes him a unique and distinguished psychotherapist.

We all experience challenging times in our lives that can often feel overwhelming. I am passionate about providing evidence-based psychological services grounded in compassion, understanding, and collaboration in order to help you get back on track and create the change you are seeking in your life. I work with clients to identify goals and tailor a treatment plan around altering unhelpful thoughts, maladaptive behaviour patterns, and difficult emotions, to enhance overall wellness and promote a positive quality of life.

Life can be overwhelming at times... You may be suffering from trauma, anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, depression, or struggling with relationship difficulties...Why not use professional help and see how science and therapy benefit you? We could together analyze what your current difficulties are and determine contributed factors for these issues. The primary goals for therapy are positive changes, new options, eliminating or reducing symptoms and/or using better coping strategies. The sessions are structured, yet relaxed.

I offer safe and confidential evidence-based individual therapy to adults for a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, anger management, substance abuse, insomnia and interpersonal difficulties.

I own and operate a group private practice, Ricci & Associates. Our psychologists, neuropsychologists and psychotherapists offer assessment and treatment of a variety of mental health issues. We offer psychodiagnostic and neuropsychological assessments to help you better understand the nature of your difficulties and how best to manage them. We are dedicated to providing you with an accessible, inclusive and personalized environment where you can feel safe to explore the challenges you face. We offer client centered, evidence-based treatments for individuals, couples and families.

We are an experienced team of mental health providers who are committed to pursuing excellence in the field of psychotherapy. Our therapists work under consultation and engage in ongoing professional development training in order to offer the best available care to our clients.

Do you want your life back? Intrusive thoughts, images, urges and behaviours alongside overwhelming anxiety can leave many people suffering from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) wondering whether things will ever be different. You may have struggled for years with thoughts that you can't tell anyone about because they're so disturbing and culturally taboo. You might even wonder whether you have OCD at all, leading you to doubt yourself so severely that depression has also become part of your everyday.

Dr. Natasha Ballen is a Clinical and Health Psychologist with over 20 years of experience in the field of mental health, providing psychological and consultative services to adults and couples. Dr. Ballen’s approach to client care encompasses an integrative, compassionate- and value-minded focus to understand clients’ identities through their diverse life experiences. She seeks to help clients increase their understanding of how early attachment and developmental processes influence psychological development so they can develop greater emotional resilience.

Are you struggling with anxiety in the form of worrying, intrusive thoughts, or maybe other uncomfortable experiences such as panic? Perhaps you have experienced a traumatic situation at work or in your personal life that continues to impact your life months or years down the line. These experiences can take us away from living lives consistent with our vision or values. Change can be difficult, yet very rewarding. I have 8 years of experience guiding individuals in their wellness journeys toward improved clarity and alignment with their values and goals.

My work at its core is all about building a relational connection and co-creating a safe therapeutic holding space which is informed by the relational psychotherapy and narrative therapy, and my own lived experiences as a racialized gay/queer person and also adoptive parent. Whether your struggles are small or big, what matters in this space is our joint commitment, an emotionally engaged and interactive process, and a shared journey. Our therapeutic relationship is going to be the principal vehicle to bring the changes that you are longing for in your personal and family life, as well as within your larger community.

Accepting New Clients for Virtual Sessions. Specialized working with Men, Professionals, Entrepreneurs and Executives. Have you been struggling to feel like yourself? Are you feeling emotionally exhausted? Are you feeling flat? Is it exceedingly hard to accomplish almost anything? Has it impacted your relationship and family life? Do you think you would benefit from a space to prioritize and develop new foundational skills to reignite your passion for work, family and life. My approach specializes in improving emotional communication, reflecting deeper on your goals and purpose, and strategizing ways to perform at a high level.

I have had the opportunity to work in hospitals and community-based health care settings providing counselling and psychotherapy. I have worked cross-culturally with clients who are dealing with a wide array of psychosocial issues. My clinical experience includes working with people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, loss, acculturation stress, war trauma, childhood abuse, anger management and conflict with the law.

I specialize in treating adults (age: 18-65 yrs.) and older adults (age: 65yrs.+). I am committed to creating a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to achieve their goals and aspirations and improve their well-being. I bring a wealth of personal experience in mindfulness meditation (22 yrs. + practice) and have previously developed a research-based mindfulness clinical protocol in the treatment of adult ADHD. I can help those who are struggling with attention and organization difficulties, mood and emotional dysregulation, relationships and decision-making problems, and identity and existential crises.

Everyone experiences challenges at one point in their lives or can feel overwhelmed by an ongoing issue, and we all have our own lessons to learn. Seeking help and support is often the first steps towards feeling better and recovery; however, it can be hard to know how to start or where to turn to. It can be strangely intimate to be open about mental health struggles, but having even one person to talk to can be an enormous relief. I provide a safe, warm, and inclusive environment helping people overcome such challenges and work towards a resolution and personal growth.

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.

I typically work with adults and adolescents who are experiencing a variety of concerns, including, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and relationship problems. I often hear from clients that they need time and space to freely express and explore their thoughts and feelings with someone who holds an outsider's perspective and is also understanding, nonjudgmental, authentic, and offers expertise in the issues the client is bringing to the table. I can provide this space to help sort out your thoughts in order to find the empowerment and insight within.

I feel that I am best able to help clients that are poised for a healthy shake-up in their life. Whether it be to address an unhealed trauma, a relationship that is no longer functional, a career that no longer feels meaningful or simply feeling tired of being sick and tired, I find it incredibly rewarding to work with clients who are willing to go under the hood, explore why they do (or have done) what they do, to be informed by this and then translate this into the meaningful change that will bring about the life that they deserve to be living - not only for themselves, but for those who care about them.

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.

In my clinical practice, I emphasize the importance of establishing a safe, open, and nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship. My approach is informed by a deep respect for your expertise in your own experiences, empowering you to take an active role in your treatment journey. I have 15 years of experience providing assessment and treatment to adults with various psychological difficulties. As a scientist-practitioner, I am committed to bridging the gap between theory and practice, ensuring that my interventions are not only evidence-based but also tailored to meet your unique needs.