Family Therapy in Montréal, QC
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Imagine what it would be like to better manage your stress and anxiety, feel more confident, improve your mood, become more productive, connect with more people, maintain healthy habits and improve your relationships with family and friends.
Are you or your child/teen feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, or burned out? Would you like to change unhealthy habits, improve your relationships, self-esteem, and communication skills? Are you having difficulty adapting to a new environment/life transition? Today's fast-paced society can be difficult to survive and thrive in, especially if you are juggling multiple roles or experiencing life transitions, such as changing careers or starting life in a new city/country. It can be scary to reach out to a therapist because you want to make sure that you find someone who can speak your language and really connect with you.
Imagine what it would be like to better manage your stress and anxiety, feel more confident, improve your mood, become more productive, connect with more people, maintain healthy habits and improve your relationships with family and friends.
Are you or your child/teen feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, or burned out? Would you like to change unhealthy habits, improve your relationships, self-esteem, and communication skills? Are you having difficulty adapting to a new environment/life transition? Today's fast-paced society can be difficult to survive and thrive in, especially if you are juggling multiple roles or experiencing life transitions, such as changing careers or starting life in a new city/country. It can be scary to reach out to a therapist because you want to make sure that you find someone who can speak your language and really connect with you.
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Deborah Ann Herman
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, CT, RP
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H4A (Online Only)
I'm a client centered therapist who helps clients struggling withs : low self-esteem; anxiety; depression, abuse, grief, Post-Traumatic Stress, phobias, addiction, couple and family/parenting issues.
ON-LINE/Virtual Sessions. I've been a psychotherapist and Trauma Specialist for at least 30 years offering treatments such as EMDR, CBT, Talk Therapy, IFS among other approaches to healing. In my private practise, I enjoy working with clients who are open and willing to make positive changes in their lives. Whether you feel anxious, stuck, depressed or unhappy in some area of your life, my initial goal is to help you gain a feeling of safety. I encourage clients to tell me their story to help them see things from a fresh perspective, improve self-awareness and find practical solutions to life's challenges.
I'm a client centered therapist who helps clients struggling withs : low self-esteem; anxiety; depression, abuse, grief, Post-Traumatic Stress, phobias, addiction, couple and family/parenting issues.
ON-LINE/Virtual Sessions. I've been a psychotherapist and Trauma Specialist for at least 30 years offering treatments such as EMDR, CBT, Talk Therapy, IFS among other approaches to healing. In my private practise, I enjoy working with clients who are open and willing to make positive changes in their lives. Whether you feel anxious, stuck, depressed or unhappy in some area of your life, my initial goal is to help you gain a feeling of safety. I encourage clients to tell me their story to help them see things from a fresh perspective, improve self-awareness and find practical solutions to life's challenges.
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I focus on helping my clients make a difference in their lives. I work with people seeking individual, couples or family counselling. I focus on improving an individual's well-being and mental health, to resolve or mitigate troublesome behaviour, beliefs, compulsions, thoughts, or emotions, and to improve relationships and social skills. I use cognitive behavioural, as well as humanist, person-centred, and existential approaches in psychotherapy. My approaches aim at developing the client's insight, or self-understanding focusing on issues such as choice, meaning, and responsibility.
I focus on helping my clients make a difference in their lives. I work with people seeking individual, couples or family counselling. I focus on improving an individual's well-being and mental health, to resolve or mitigate troublesome behaviour, beliefs, compulsions, thoughts, or emotions, and to improve relationships and social skills. I use cognitive behavioural, as well as humanist, person-centred, and existential approaches in psychotherapy. My approaches aim at developing the client's insight, or self-understanding focusing on issues such as choice, meaning, and responsibility.
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Family, work, and personal life are all intertwined and connected.
Difficult life challenges and decisions can be overwhelming. Clients can feel stuck and directionless. I have a real capacity to help clients gain better understanding and create change. I have a Masters in Counselling, McGill University and am a certified Executive/Life Coach. Clients can have challenges that benefit not just from awareness or insight but also need behavioural change. I facilitate clients to learn practical skills and explore issues more deeply. Having lived and worked overseas for 10 years in several different countries means I have cultural awareness. I am skilled at picking out the real issues and concerns.
Family, work, and personal life are all intertwined and connected.
Difficult life challenges and decisions can be overwhelming. Clients can feel stuck and directionless. I have a real capacity to help clients gain better understanding and create change. I have a Masters in Counselling, McGill University and am a certified Executive/Life Coach. Clients can have challenges that benefit not just from awareness or insight but also need behavioural change. I facilitate clients to learn practical skills and explore issues more deeply. Having lived and worked overseas for 10 years in several different countries means I have cultural awareness. I am skilled at picking out the real issues and concerns.
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Ariane Guberman-Caron
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H3K (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am certified as a psychotherapist, as well as a couple and family therapist.
If you are struggling in your life, and want a safe, supportive environment in which to gain insight and coping skills, I would like to help you achieve that. My clients tell me they feel heard and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives, whether it be in their behaviour (addictions, impulsivity, activation), thinking and emotional patterns (anxiety, depression, stress) or relationships (couple difficulties, parenting, family of origin).
I am certified as a psychotherapist, as well as a couple and family therapist.
If you are struggling in your life, and want a safe, supportive environment in which to gain insight and coping skills, I would like to help you achieve that. My clients tell me they feel heard and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives, whether it be in their behaviour (addictions, impulsivity, activation), thinking and emotional patterns (anxiety, depression, stress) or relationships (couple difficulties, parenting, family of origin).
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I am trained in a range of approaches, from classical psychodynamic to a combination of mindfulness, somatic therapies and parts work (Internal Family System (IFS), with neuroscience and trauma-informed care approach.
My life’s work has been about empowering individuals that suffer. Whether it be supporting individuals that have experienced trauma, or struggle with their identity, this work has been about being a witness and a guide to transformation. I have been practicing over twelve years as a Psychologist and, although no longer a midwife, I practiced as one for more than five years in the Inuit communities of Nunavik, in northern Quebec.
I am trained in a range of approaches, from classical psychodynamic to a combination of mindfulness, somatic therapies and parts work (Internal Family System (IFS), with neuroscience and trauma-informed care approach.
My life’s work has been about empowering individuals that suffer. Whether it be supporting individuals that have experienced trauma, or struggle with their identity, this work has been about being a witness and a guide to transformation. I have been practicing over twelve years as a Psychologist and, although no longer a midwife, I practiced as one for more than five years in the Inuit communities of Nunavik, in northern Quebec.
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At clinique entourfamille(TM), we help children reach their potential through: Child and Family Counseling, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Assessments and Evaluation, Sensory Processing Support, Social Skills Groups, School-Based Observation and Consultation.
clinique entourfamille(TM) is a multi-disciplinary private clinic that supports children and their families by providing guidance and solutions for developmental, social and academic growth. With a focus on the overall well-being of children and adolescents, our team of caring and highly qualified professionals addresses communication, behavioral, social, motor, psychological, sensory processing and academic skills.
At clinique entourfamille(TM), we help children reach their potential through: Child and Family Counseling, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Assessments and Evaluation, Sensory Processing Support, Social Skills Groups, School-Based Observation and Consultation.
clinique entourfamille(TM) is a multi-disciplinary private clinic that supports children and their families by providing guidance and solutions for developmental, social and academic growth. With a focus on the overall well-being of children and adolescents, our team of caring and highly qualified professionals addresses communication, behavioral, social, motor, psychological, sensory processing and academic skills.
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My services and specialties include: personal development + transformational coaching, addictions counselling and treatment planning, sober/recovery coaching , family/couples/group coaching, case management + family services, recovery/sober companioning.
Welcome! Do you need guidance to help launch you into the next phase of your life? Feeling lost or unsure of how to proceed? Are you struggling with addiction or recurrent self-sabotaging patterns? I will help you determine what is holding you back from being the person you are meant to be and where your blocks are. I use a holistic method, looking at the entire person- mental, emotional, physical and spiritual and offer a variety of healing and coaching tools. Client's will be met where they are, with a personalized program adapted to fit their unique self and situation. Whatever your situation, we can work on a plan together.
My services and specialties include: personal development + transformational coaching, addictions counselling and treatment planning, sober/recovery coaching , family/couples/group coaching, case management + family services, recovery/sober companioning.
Welcome! Do you need guidance to help launch you into the next phase of your life? Feeling lost or unsure of how to proceed? Are you struggling with addiction or recurrent self-sabotaging patterns? I will help you determine what is holding you back from being the person you are meant to be and where your blocks are. I use a holistic method, looking at the entire person- mental, emotional, physical and spiritual and offer a variety of healing and coaching tools. Client's will be met where they are, with a personalized program adapted to fit their unique self and situation. Whatever your situation, we can work on a plan together.
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If you struggle with never feeling good enough, perfectionism, or frequent burnout from people pleasing, you’re not alone. Maybe you grew up playing a role in your family that you’re trying to grow out of, but find yourself stuck, repeating old patterns as an adult. I’m here to help. Some things we may explore include: bottled up feelings or unmet needs, what motivates you to behave or think in certain ways, setting effective boundaries, and letting go of what no longer serves you. This work makes it possible for you to heal old wounds, end painful cycles, enjoy more satisfying relationships, and make way for your authentic self.
If you struggle with never feeling good enough, perfectionism, or frequent burnout from people pleasing, you’re not alone. Maybe you grew up playing a role in your family that you’re trying to grow out of, but find yourself stuck, repeating old patterns as an adult. I’m here to help. Some things we may explore include: bottled up feelings or unmet needs, what motivates you to behave or think in certain ways, setting effective boundaries, and letting go of what no longer serves you. This work makes it possible for you to heal old wounds, end painful cycles, enjoy more satisfying relationships, and make way for your authentic self.
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist, working with adults of all ages and providing individual, couple, and family therapy. My areas of expertise include treatments for anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, and stress management, as well as interpersonal, sexual, and couple difficulties.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist, working with adults of all ages and providing individual, couple, and family therapy. My areas of expertise include treatments for anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, and stress management, as well as interpersonal, sexual, and couple difficulties.
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Natasha Sniatowsky
Registered Psychotherapist, MScA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H4C
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed psychotherapist and couple & family therapist, offering psychotherapy services to individuals, couples & families. My practice is attachment-based and trauma informed. It integrates different therapeutic approaches, elements from Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness and Compassion, to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). I work with clients struggling with all types of life cycle transitions such as parenthood, co-parenting challenges, separation/divorce and those undergoing or affected by a chronic illness or a disability. I am also experienced in bereavement (grief) therapy.
I am a licensed psychotherapist and couple & family therapist, offering psychotherapy services to individuals, couples & families. My practice is attachment-based and trauma informed. It integrates different therapeutic approaches, elements from Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness and Compassion, to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). I work with clients struggling with all types of life cycle transitions such as parenthood, co-parenting challenges, separation/divorce and those undergoing or affected by a chronic illness or a disability. I am also experienced in bereavement (grief) therapy.
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Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, MFT
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H4A (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed psychotherapist with the Order of Psychologists of Quebec and a licensed couple and family therapist with the Order of Social Workers & Couple & Family Therapists of Quebec.
I want to help you live a more meaningful life where you can feel comfortable being yourself. Healthy, fulfilling and authentic relationships with ourselves & others are the key to wellbeing. Change is possible when we are willing and feel safe enough to explore ourselves, our relationships & the patterns that arise in those interactions. Using a warm, collaborative, strength-based, culturally sensitive & trauma sensitive approach, I aim to help you develop an increased understanding of yourself & deepen a sense of connection in your most meaningful relationships.
I am a licensed psychotherapist with the Order of Psychologists of Quebec and a licensed couple and family therapist with the Order of Social Workers & Couple & Family Therapists of Quebec.
I want to help you live a more meaningful life where you can feel comfortable being yourself. Healthy, fulfilling and authentic relationships with ourselves & others are the key to wellbeing. Change is possible when we are willing and feel safe enough to explore ourselves, our relationships & the patterns that arise in those interactions. Using a warm, collaborative, strength-based, culturally sensitive & trauma sensitive approach, I aim to help you develop an increased understanding of yourself & deepen a sense of connection in your most meaningful relationships.
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Sarah McNamee
Registered Social Worker, MSW, MScA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H4A
Waitlist for new clients
I'm trained and registered as a social worker and couple & family therapist, and I also have a psychotherapy license.
People come to therapy for all kinds of reasons: to get help for mental health challenges, to process traumatic experiences, to get support in relation to big life transitions or external stressors... Whatever the reason, finding a therapist who is a good fit for you is the first step. Whether I'm working with individuals, couples, or families, I start with an approach that is trauma-informed and mindful of how our relationships and larger systems impact us.
I'm trained and registered as a social worker and couple & family therapist, and I also have a psychotherapy license.
People come to therapy for all kinds of reasons: to get help for mental health challenges, to process traumatic experiences, to get support in relation to big life transitions or external stressors... Whatever the reason, finding a therapist who is a good fit for you is the first step. Whether I'm working with individuals, couples, or families, I start with an approach that is trauma-informed and mindful of how our relationships and larger systems impact us.
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A psychotherapist and couple & family therapist for over 35 years, I write a blog for Psychology Today Magazine that has had over 4 million views. Additionally, I’m the Director of the Sedona Counselling Centre of Montreal and the author of four self-help books.
A psychotherapist and couple & family therapist for over 35 years, I write a blog for Psychology Today Magazine that has had over 4 million views. Additionally, I’m the Director of the Sedona Counselling Centre of Montreal and the author of four self-help books.
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I have been working with children, adolescents, adults and athletes for over thirty years as a Clinical Psychologist in the Montreal area and extensive experience helping individuals with issues such as anxiety, depression, personal and family difficulties, and performance-related issues in athletes. My basic approach is pragmatic in that I help individuals develop a better understanding of the reasons that are responsible for feeling poorly, and more importantly, to develop strategies that will have a long-lasting, positive effect.
I have been working with children, adolescents, adults and athletes for over thirty years as a Clinical Psychologist in the Montreal area and extensive experience helping individuals with issues such as anxiety, depression, personal and family difficulties, and performance-related issues in athletes. My basic approach is pragmatic in that I help individuals develop a better understanding of the reasons that are responsible for feeling poorly, and more importantly, to develop strategies that will have a long-lasting, positive effect.
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Emilie Marzinotto
Registered Psychotherapist, MSW, CFT
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H3X
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed psychotherapist, couple and family therapist, and social worker.
At the heart of my practice is an enduring commitment to provide a genuine, warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental space where you can feel supported and heard. Whether you are facing difficulties as an individual, couple, family, or relational system, I will offer you a caring environment where your strengths will be emphasized and where, together, we can explore meaning making to bring about change.
I am a licensed psychotherapist, couple and family therapist, and social worker.
At the heart of my practice is an enduring commitment to provide a genuine, warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental space where you can feel supported and heard. Whether you are facing difficulties as an individual, couple, family, or relational system, I will offer you a caring environment where your strengths will be emphasized and where, together, we can explore meaning making to bring about change.
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I am a psychologist, member of the Ordre des psychologues du Québec (OPQ) since 2005. I completed my training at McGill University and specialize in working with individuals who are experiencing personal difficulties that interfere with their lives. I help these individuals in identifying, assessing, and resolving concerns, which may be affecting their personal, professional, academic, and/or emotional growth. Among the concerns commonly presented are low self-esteem, stress, relationship or family issues, identity issues, burn-out from work, difficult life transitions, as well as over-riding feelings of anxiety and depression.
I am a psychologist, member of the Ordre des psychologues du Québec (OPQ) since 2005. I completed my training at McGill University and specialize in working with individuals who are experiencing personal difficulties that interfere with their lives. I help these individuals in identifying, assessing, and resolving concerns, which may be affecting their personal, professional, academic, and/or emotional growth. Among the concerns commonly presented are low self-esteem, stress, relationship or family issues, identity issues, burn-out from work, difficult life transitions, as well as over-riding feelings of anxiety and depression.
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I am very well-versed in women's issues and the challenges of changing gender roles, and non-traditional family forms.
I am a Montreal counsellor and psychotherapist with over 40 years experience in private practice. I help people to understand themselves better, improve their self-esteem, get rid of self-defeating patterns and develop more satisfying relationships. My approach emphasizes how you think and make choices in the here and now, so that you can change faulty or limiting beliefs and overcome discouragement. My personal style is open, direct and encouraging.
I am very well-versed in women's issues and the challenges of changing gender roles, and non-traditional family forms.
I am a Montreal counsellor and psychotherapist with over 40 years experience in private practice. I help people to understand themselves better, improve their self-esteem, get rid of self-defeating patterns and develop more satisfying relationships. My approach emphasizes how you think and make choices in the here and now, so that you can change faulty or limiting beliefs and overcome discouragement. My personal style is open, direct and encouraging.
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My aim is to listen to my patients and provide proactive care that will help them reach balance and inner peace. Through a CBT based approach , I try and identify the root causes of problems and provide my patients the tools needed to help themselves achieve long term wellness. My specialties are anxiety, depression, OCD, stress and anger management, couples therapy, addiction, chronic pain, emotional disturbance, self-esteem, family conflicts and anxiety . As a fully licensed Psychologist (permit granted by the Ordre des Psychologues du Québec) I can issue receipts to those with insurance for full or partial reimbursement.
My aim is to listen to my patients and provide proactive care that will help them reach balance and inner peace. Through a CBT based approach , I try and identify the root causes of problems and provide my patients the tools needed to help themselves achieve long term wellness. My specialties are anxiety, depression, OCD, stress and anger management, couples therapy, addiction, chronic pain, emotional disturbance, self-esteem, family conflicts and anxiety . As a fully licensed Psychologist (permit granted by the Ordre des Psychologues du Québec) I can issue receipts to those with insurance for full or partial reimbursement.
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Patricia is an experienced individual and marital/family therapist. She is a sensitive and caring person with exceptional listening skills, depth of intellect and moral objectivity. Clients appreciate her ability to tap into their resources, and they frequently return at different stages of their lives. Patricia counsels people with a variety of psychological and interpersonal issues: work, life, relationship conflict or transitions, anxiety/depression, burnout, loss, separation, divorce, eating disorders, existential and spiritual crises. She is approachable and non-judgmental.
Patricia is an experienced individual and marital/family therapist. She is a sensitive and caring person with exceptional listening skills, depth of intellect and moral objectivity. Clients appreciate her ability to tap into their resources, and they frequently return at different stages of their lives. Patricia counsels people with a variety of psychological and interpersonal issues: work, life, relationship conflict or transitions, anxiety/depression, burnout, loss, separation, divorce, eating disorders, existential and spiritual crises. She is approachable and non-judgmental.
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Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.