Marriage Counselling Therapists in Ottawa, ON

I am a Certified Psychologist and Certified Couple and Family Therapist in Ontario. I offer virtual and in-person psychological services to individuals, couples, and families who are having difficulty managing their emotions and cognitions, coping with relationship issues, or adjusting to the challenges of life. My small team are flexible and client-centered in our approach, accepting and caring. I offer psychological resources and supplemental materials depending on your unique situation & interests.

I provide a caring and safe environment for my clients, valuing the process of getting to understand them on a deeper level. Therapy will be both emotionally explorative and solution-focused each session, allowing the client to learn about one’s thoughts and feelings, as well as develop coping skills in order to reduce negative symptoms. I have gathered experience working with teens, adults, and couples, with a special interest in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, individual therapy for anxiety, depression, mood disorders, self-harm and trauma, as well as couples therapy focusing on relational, marital and/or sexual difficulties.

I am currently providing video and/or in person therapy services to new and current clients. Do you think you are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, burnout, grief, recurrent thoughts, traumatic past, marital issues, family conflicts, spiritual questions? Those powerful emotional remind you that you are human. They may be a good opportunity to learn more about yourself, and to treat yourself kindly along the way.

If you are facing challenges in your life and want to process or explore feelings, or just need to talk, I am here to listen without judgment. We will work together to navigate the circumstances and events of your life, create therapeutic goals, and engage with your resources. Ultimately, you will develop practices and skills to help you gain new insights and foster healing. I tend to use a client-centred, trauma-informed, and inclusive approach to therapy with a focus on "parts work". I have worked with diverse clients of all ages on experiences of anxiety, depression, relationships, suicide, parenting, crisis, trauma, and more.

I primarily work with couples and highly sensitive individuals aged 25+. I provide couples and marriage counselling using an Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT/EFCT) framework, particularly around infidelity and problematic communication patterns. For individuals, I offer a warm, relational, depth-oriented approach to folks looking for help with existential concerns, anxiety, and avoidance through an attachment lens. Please visit my website to learn more about how I work!

Life can be challenging and it could take us through different curves and turns. When we get to a roadblock and experience unfathomable trauma, how do we navigate this journey? Are you a new mom struggling with perinatal mental health issues, Undergoing fertility treatment, or struggling with infertility I see you and I hear you. Having troubles in your marriage or relationship. I will work with you through the process, support you with evidence-based tools, and help you recognize your strengths with resources for your journey to a more fulfilling, satisfying, and empowering life

I am a Registered Master of Social Work, practicing clinical Psychotherapy. I work with individuals, couples, adolescents and seniors treating issues of stress, depression, anger management, workplace issues and burnout, grief and loss, relationship issues, marital/relationship counselling, parenting issues, separation and remarriage support. Life stage transitions and the role of family of origin and of culture in communication and in the perception of situations are a special interest. We handle life with the tools with which we have learned to survive. Therapy helps us to reassess and adjust these coping strategies to our present day context.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). For 24 years, I have worked as an Intensive Marriage and Couples Therapist with my husband David Rubinstein, MA, RP. I now also maintain a busy Individual counselling practice for women, blending my experience as a Couple Therapist with Energy Psychology protocols. I work with women of all ages to enhance self-esteem, create secure relationships, and cope with traumatic loss. I also specialize in helping women over 60 to overcome late-in-life challenges, find new meaning and purpose, live vibrantly, and enjoy aging gracefully.

An established Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Marriage and Family Therapist RMFT, in the National Capital Area since 2003, my aim is to offer attentive, quality, personal care in a collaborative, safe space. It would be an honour to get to know you. Individual and couple counselling: Anxiety, depression, PTSD, communication breakdown, life transitions, grief, caregiver stress, unexplained chronic pain, operational stress, bullying in the workplace, burnout.

Some of the issues I focus on are depression, anxiety, communication skills’ building, pre and post-marital conflict, attention-deficit disorder (ADHD), intimacy/ relationship issues and any day-to-day life concerns. If you feel ready to explore your feelings and you are willing to work on yourself, please contact me to set up an appointment.

I am an Ottawa based Psychotherapist and Executive Coach with passion for mental health, relationship and psychological growth. She holds Counselling Psychology Master degree and an Albert Ellis Institute (New York) Associate Fellow with certification in Rational Emotive Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (RE-CBT). I am a registered and certified Psychotherapist in Ontario with experience working with adults, youth in mental health, relationship issues and workplace related issues; using evidence based and problem focus eclectic therapeutic Techniques. I am also a certified Executive/Life Coach and Alternative Conflict Resolution (ADR) practitioner with years of experience in Human Resources management/Development setting.

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.

As a therapist and supervisor, I build connections that are genuine, accepting and encouraging, holding space that gently fosters sharing, reflection and growth. I work from a systemic approach that is strengths-based and collaborative, bringing appreciation to the impact of external factors on experiences, while building awareness and offering challenges around personal potential, capabilities and influence. Along our journey together, I hope to share how living and working mindfully, intentionally and compassionately can evolve our beliefs about ourselves and others, transforming our relationships and our experiences of the world.

Whether you’re looking for help with relationship and/or attachment issues, boundaries, anxiety, grief or other types of trauma, we develop a plan to explore your issues, and clarify your goals. My body-mind holistic practice offers an eclectic blend of clinical hypnosis, ART, EMDR, EFT, Somatic Experiencing, Yoga, Cranio-sacral therapy, Spiritual counselling and Energy healing. I work with individuals and couples, to find an approach safe and trustworthy.

I truly believe that the key to a prosperous community lies in the well-being of each and every member of that community. As a therapist, my goal is to provide you with a comfortable and empathetic environment, built on trust and transparency. I use a collaborative therapeutic approach, and I work with you to develop an action plan; integrating evidence-based practices that suit your needs. I have several years of experience in mentoring youth and young adults, and I have experience providing therapy to teenagers and adults from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

If you are experiencing life changes, parenting, relationship, or marriage struggles, I would happily support you in your journey. I would provide you with different techniques according to your needs and help you gain new perspectives. Every individual has their own strengths and weaknesses, which makes you unique, so I will make sure to accommodate all the aspects of your personality. I have a multicultural background, and I went through the process of immigration; therefore, I honor the diversity and different backgrounds willingly to learn about yours.

Clients seek me out for my unique approach as a psychotherapist and marriage and family therapist with a systemic and psychoanalytic lens. I view their challenges not in isolation but within the broader context of their relationships. Whether grappling with personal issues like depression and anxiety or navigating complex marital and family dynamics, my clients are empowered to gain a holistic and systemic understanding of their concerns. Together, we craft practical solutions, developing tailored strategies to address their needs effectively.

I am a Nationally Certified Custody Evaluator through Professional Academy of Custody Evaluators (PACE). As a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist, I have been conducting comprehensive/forensic custody evaluations for over 20 years. I conduct evaluations including a full range of highly complex custody and co-parenting issues. I have training specific to Estrangement, Parental Alienation, Pathological Enmeshment, Domestic Violence/Intimate Partner Violence, and mental health issues with a focus on evidence based practice. I also have understanding of Borderline, Narcissistic, and Sociopathic Personality Disorders.

I have worked in a variety of settings and provided the highest quality care to adolescents, adults (including seniors), couples, and families. As a certified EFT marital and family therapist, I have extensive clinical experience in helping couples bring closure to incidents (i.e., attachment injuries) that have damaged their relationship bond. My expertise with couples also extends to distressed families as well as individuals wanting to recover from traumatic incidents.

As a registered psychotherapist and certified coach, my goal is to help you gain the insights, tools and strategies to best support positive behaviour changes and evoke growth. I have spent over 25 years working with people to create meaningful relationships in all aspects of personal and professional life. Using a collaborative and compassionate approach, I will assist you in gaining greater understanding of individual needs, achieve greater balance, life meaning and happiness. My approach is an integration of various counselling theories and customized to meet your unique situation and needs.

Accepting Clients! Virtual Only- Many find it challenging to confront their past trauma due to feelings of fear or shame, often viewing these memories as a “black box” they’re reluctant to open. My approach is to validate these fears and build a strong relationship grounded in trust and safety. By creating a supportive environment where you won’t be pressured to explore areas you're not ready to face, you’ll feel more comfortable and understood. As you gradually open up about your past at your own pace, you'll be able to connect how these experiences impact your current situation, paving the way for healing and personal growth.

Compassion, kindness and mindfulness is the heart of my practice. I am passionate about client empowerment and being non-judgmental. My approach is based on the needs of my clients, meaning that although I have a systemic and Emotional focused therapy foundation, I use psychodynamic approach and cognitive behavioral, or solution focused strategies as required. Fundamentally, I believe that people are capable of change and that in order to change we need a better understanding of ourselves and others.

My name is Ayen Mabor, I have over 20 years of experience in the counselling field. I am a registered Social Worker, with a Master’s Degree in Social Work. My approach to counselling is influenced by several theories primarily, Person Centered, Solutions focused, Strength-based approaches, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and I also offer Accelerated Resolution Therapy. My life experiences led me to Social work, and through that, I discovered my love for counselling. Being a Black refugee from South Sudan, has provided me with a unique lens from which I view individuals and social systems.

Sex and relationships are often at the core of our lives. The ways in which we connect with others - and with ourselves - can have significant impacts on our health and well-being. Communication barriers, sexual dysfunction, disconnection, infidelity, domestic abuse, trauma, and other kinds of psychosocial concerns are common challenges that lead people to seek therapy with me. Many of my clients are wanting to calm anxiety, develop coping skills, increase sexual satisfaction, reconnect with partners, or heal from trauma and abuse.