Career Guidance Therapists in Ottawa, ON

My approach to healing is one based on respect, safety and being nonjudgmental. I believe that you are the expert in your own life. I bring therapeutic context. I use an eclectic approach based on your needs including, narrative, trauma-informed, strength-based, and solution-focused therapies. I value working collaboratively to support you in getting to where you want to be.

Life's challenges can leave us feeling anxious and disconnected from the fulfilling life we desire. Has your life become too overwhelming and stressful to manage alone? Whether it's navigating relationships, anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma, therapy can be a transformative journey toward reclaiming your sense of self. As a trauma-informed therapist and Cuban immigrant, I specialize in working with diverse populations, including newcomers to Canada and BIPOC individuals. Let's create a treatment plan together that honours your unique goals, in a space where your preferred language is respected and cultural humility is paramount.

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.

I am passionate about working with you to find your inner strengths and overcome the obstacles that are keeping you from living a fulfilling life. I strive to create a safe and comfortable space where we can collaboratively work towards your therapeutic goals. I have experience working with children, youth, and adults, with a special interest in issues such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, domestic violence, emotion regulation issues, behavioural difficulties, and school difficulties.

Thank you for taking these courageous first steps on your healing journey! Welcome to a space where compassion, curiosity, and understanding guide our work together. My practice is dedicated to helping you turn inward, uncovering and understanding the protective parts of yourself, and allowing your vulnerabilities to become sources of strength. Together, we will uncover and transform patterns of thought, emotion, and behaviour that you may feel are holding you back, guiding you toward a more resilient and authentic self.

Accepting new clients - Taking a step towards getting help can be a vulnerable process. My goal is to create a comfortable environment, where you feel truly heard and understood. I focus on helping adults (18+) who are experiencing anxiety, major life transitions, grief, self-esteem difficulties, and relationship difficulties, among other issues. Together, we'll explore the difficulties life has placed on your path, the goals you would like to achieve through therapy, and determine the ways you can best achieve a more fulfilling life.

I originate from a Northern Ontario community but have been happily settled in the Ottawa area for over 20 years. I am a bilingual (fluent in French and English), Social Worker and it has been my great pleasure to work in the field of mental health social work with Children, Youth and Adults since 2006. I believe that everyone runs into challenges in their life that they shouldn't be expected to resolve alone and I am happy to be there to guide them on their road to recovery. Lets work together to re-establish fulfillment in your life.

Accepting new clients! I understand that the journey to mental and emotional well-being is unique for each individual. As a seasoned and compassionate psychotherapist, I am committed to providing a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and concerns. I am focusing my efforts on individuals who struggle with diverse issues such as different anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, life transitions, discrimination, procrastination, relationships, post-partum challenges, parenting as well as family and women-related issues.

If you are feeling stressed, questioning your life purpose, spirituality, sexual orientation, or life changes, getting married, moving in with someone, or struggling within your couple or other family challenges, you have come to the right place.

Are there issues you have difficulty talking about with your friends and family? Are you needing a safe space to talk and explore things? Are there things in your life that you'd like to change but aren't sure where to start? Are you wanting more self-awareness and freedom from things that you feel are holding you back? This is possible! Your perspective can change and you can find greater clarity in life.

My role is to work alongside you on your personal journey towards the growth you may seek to achieve. Our sessions are your time and dedicated to addressing what you deem important, within the safe and confidential environment of psychotherapy practice. I offer non-judgement and acceptance. I value your autonomy and freedom. I provide the space for you to recognize your truth, and unburden your suffering, as you deserve to be heard and understood . I work from a multi-modality approach and tailor evidence-based techniques to individual client needs.

With extensive experience in educational settings, I have worked with individuals of various backgrounds and ages throughout many years. As a psychotherapist, I hold a firm belief in the inherent capacity for change and personal growth within each individual on their journey toward becoming their optimal self. My commitment is to establish a nurturing and supportive therapeutic space where clients can explore their emotions, behaviours, and relationships at their own pace. My ultimate objective is to empower clients to unlock their full potential by nurturing their inner resilience and strengths.

Throughout our lives we experience challenges that can leave us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or untethered. It can be difficult to know where to start and how to move forward. I offer a safe and non-judgmental environment to help you heal from the past, cope with the present, and create the future you want. Book your free consultation today! Offering in-person and virtual sessions. No wait times.

Has life's stressors and uncertainties left you feeling anxious and depressed? Do you often ask yourself “why me” or “will this pain and suffering ever go away”? Your feelings and thoughts are valid. My lived experience as a trauma survivor has shaped my understanding of how trauma negatively affects the mind, body, and spirit. As a registered nurse, I have seen firsthand how unresolved trauma can manifest as anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues or eating disorders. Through a mindfulness and empowering approach, I will accompany you on your healing journey by providing you with a safe, and supportive atmosphere.

Do you struggle with a loss of a sense of self that affects your relationships, ability to connect with yourself, others, or the world? Do you feel exhausted by painful emotions, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or lost in connecting with your needs and wants? Do you wonder whether there is a light at the end of the tunnel and hope for a secure, safe, and trusting connection with yourself and with others in your relationships? It is my goal to walk alongside you on your path to self-discovery and my passion to connect with the part of you that believes in you as we work together to create your most empowered future.

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 welcome clients dealing with depression, anxiety and difficulty coping with stress in their professional and personal lives. Is work making you feel like "the salary isn't worth the pain and suffering"? Has the romance in your relationship flatlined? Lost the joy of parenthood? Feel like your family does not appreciate you? Feeling out of control? Confused about your sexuality? Has the light gone out of your life? I can help you find that raison d'être, joie de vivre again to help you once again ENJOY just being alive, being YOU!

Living in a world that demands perfection is not easy. It can be extremely difficult and unforgiving to us human beings. When we experience negative emotions there is something deeper that is lurking beneath the surface. I am a humanistic therapist who puts the client's needs first. Even if the client is unsure of what they need, this will be part of the journey to discover. I do not adhere to a "one-size-fits-all" approach to therapy as every individual is unique and deserves to be heard for who they are.

Specializing in couples, family, and relationship therapy including issues related to addictions, trauma, anxiety and depression. In each session you can expect me to draw on my years of working as an obstetrical/newborn care nurse, teacher, author, trainer, and licensed mental health professional.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist located in Ottawa providing psychodynamic psychotherapy and psychoanalysis to individuals, couples, and families. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, providing services that span from therapy for depression and anxiety to grief counseling, emotional and functional adjustments, PTSD, stress management, couples counseling and beyond. I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my clients' individual needs to help them attain personal growth. Typically, you can expect to discuss with me the events currently happening in your life and your personal history relevant to your concerns.

I offer client's a safe space to slow down, connect, and process their experiences in a grounded therapeutic relationship. I work with client's who are curious to explore deeper meaning and the emotional undercurrents of their life experiences, drawing on them for valuable insights toward self-knowledge, guidance, healing, and purposefulness. My ideal client is someone seeking a great sense of relational rapport, as well as a long-term commitment to their own growth and healing.

Some difficulties are quick to arise and be resolved, other problems can persist for quite some time. You have probably tried to resolve your situation by yourself or with the help of family or friends. Often that is enough and life goes on. But some mental health issues are trickier to resolve and professional help can be useful. I've seen many individuals meet their goals through hard work and guidance and I'm happy to offer my services to you as well. I welcome individuals of all cultures, communities and identities. I fluently speak English and French.

Focusing on African, Black and Caribbean healthcare professionals or high-risk public services professionals facing trauma. Exposure to situations may cause sleeplessness, making you feel exhausted and/or numb in your life. As a black counsellor, I aim to help you navigate those difficulties with Afrocentric and multicultural competencies and lenses. With support, you can overcome overwhelming, invasive struggles and learn to manage them so they are not spilling over into your work or personal life. Together we can make you feel a better sense of balance. Certified CPMH, I also have an interest in Perinatal Grief and Loss.

Here at Grounded Psychology, we realize that no two people are the same, and we tailor our therapy to meet your specific needs as an individual. We strive to help people understand the things that are holding them back with an in-depth approach. After recognizing underlying problems, clients can fully realize their strengths and adjust certain behaviors and thoughts to see things in a different, healthier way. Our practice specializes in helping people who are struggling with anxiety, relationship challenges, depression, and many other difficulties.