Therapists in Montréal, QC
If you are here to better understand yourself or find your voice through the noise of pressure and expectation - I can help. I specialize in life transitions, anxiety, addiction, trauma, ADHD, grief & loss and I support people in moving forward with insight and clarity. My approach is collaborative, client-centred, and trauma-informed. The techniques are tailored to your specific needs. Much of our work together will consist of understanding current patterns and belief systems and working towards a life that is more aligned with who you are.
If you are here to better understand yourself or find your voice through the noise of pressure and expectation - I can help. I specialize in life transitions, anxiety, addiction, trauma, ADHD, grief & loss and I support people in moving forward with insight and clarity. My approach is collaborative, client-centred, and trauma-informed. The techniques are tailored to your specific needs. Much of our work together will consist of understanding current patterns and belief systems and working towards a life that is more aligned with who you are.
Charmain Veronia Banton
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW, FSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H2C (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Hello! My name is Charmain Banton she/her/elle, and welcome to my profile. Life can be unpredictable sometimes even when we plan for the best and the worst of it, but even without life's unpredictability's we often find ourselves in situations that make us feel stressed, worried, anxious and scared. During these difficult moments we can feel very lonely and lost. However, most people do not want to live out their days in turmoil and distress but would rather choose peace and enjoy their interpersonal relationships. I offer the space to work through these hardships on-line in my new private practice.
Hello! My name is Charmain Banton she/her/elle, and welcome to my profile. Life can be unpredictable sometimes even when we plan for the best and the worst of it, but even without life's unpredictability's we often find ourselves in situations that make us feel stressed, worried, anxious and scared. During these difficult moments we can feel very lonely and lost. However, most people do not want to live out their days in turmoil and distress but would rather choose peace and enjoy their interpersonal relationships. I offer the space to work through these hardships on-line in my new private practice.
My approach can be described as strength-based and client-centered. I believe that the client must feel empowered, supported and dignified at all times. Clients who have had complicated lives, will often have trouble envisioning positive outcomes to their life story. This can impede and prevent growth and self- fulfillment. My job is to help clients to identify obstacles, work through impeding emotions, and arm them with new strategies. The effort should be collaborative. With my guidance, clients can shed their "negative narrative" and thus feel a sense of renewed hope. The future should seem one of possibility.
My approach can be described as strength-based and client-centered. I believe that the client must feel empowered, supported and dignified at all times. Clients who have had complicated lives, will often have trouble envisioning positive outcomes to their life story. This can impede and prevent growth and self- fulfillment. My job is to help clients to identify obstacles, work through impeding emotions, and arm them with new strategies. The effort should be collaborative. With my guidance, clients can shed their "negative narrative" and thus feel a sense of renewed hope. The future should seem one of possibility.
I am a guidance counsellor and psychotherapist in Québec and I work with individuals aged 16+ who are experiencing mood disorders, interpersonal/relationship difficulties and who are exploring or wanting to modify different parts of their identity and sense of self. I have experience working in college settings as well as in private practice. The majority of my patients range from the ages of 16-25.
I am a guidance counsellor and psychotherapist in Québec and I work with individuals aged 16+ who are experiencing mood disorders, interpersonal/relationship difficulties and who are exploring or wanting to modify different parts of their identity and sense of self. I have experience working in college settings as well as in private practice. The majority of my patients range from the ages of 16-25.
As a licensed psychologist, I will be delighted to help you (individuals, couples, or families) with issues such as: anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, sadness, difficulties in your couple or family relationships, hard memories or history of trauma. I have specialized training in couple and family therapy (systemic theories) with sensitivities around sex, gender, race, culture, religion, spirituality, immigration, and emotions. Sessions can be weekly or bi-weekly, online or in-person. I usually prioritize couples and families, although all are encouraged to contact.
As a licensed psychologist, I will be delighted to help you (individuals, couples, or families) with issues such as: anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, sadness, difficulties in your couple or family relationships, hard memories or history of trauma. I have specialized training in couple and family therapy (systemic theories) with sensitivities around sex, gender, race, culture, religion, spirituality, immigration, and emotions. Sessions can be weekly or bi-weekly, online or in-person. I usually prioritize couples and families, although all are encouraged to contact.
Arielle Gottesman
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, TS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H4A (Online Only)
Arielle Gottesman, BSW, MSW, T.S. graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work from McGill University and went on to complete her Masters of Social Work at the University of Toronto. Arielle has provided both short term and long-term supportive counselling to individuals in community, hospital, and clinic settings. After over ten years as a professional social worker, Arielle is motivated and humbled to work alongside her clients. Arielle creates a safe space where you feel comfortable sharing any challenge that you are facing. Her warm, empathetic and human approach ensures a judgment free zone.
Arielle Gottesman, BSW, MSW, T.S. graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work from McGill University and went on to complete her Masters of Social Work at the University of Toronto. Arielle has provided both short term and long-term supportive counselling to individuals in community, hospital, and clinic settings. After over ten years as a professional social worker, Arielle is motivated and humbled to work alongside her clients. Arielle creates a safe space where you feel comfortable sharing any challenge that you are facing. Her warm, empathetic and human approach ensures a judgment free zone.
Karine Bertrand
Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H2R (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
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.
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.
He trabajado con gente que luchan con temas de identidad y transiciones. I have been working with individuals and couples who have struggled with themes of identity and transitions. Identificando bloqueos y recursos para desarrollar seguridad y capacidades. By addressing obstacles and accessing resources, it is possible to gain and to increase sense of agency and safety. Aclarando lo que la gente valora y necesita para sentir que estan a cargo de su vida. Clarifying what matters and what they need to feel in charge of their lives.
He trabajado con gente que luchan con temas de identidad y transiciones. I have been working with individuals and couples who have struggled with themes of identity and transitions. Identificando bloqueos y recursos para desarrollar seguridad y capacidades. By addressing obstacles and accessing resources, it is possible to gain and to increase sense of agency and safety. Aclarando lo que la gente valora y necesita para sentir que estan a cargo de su vida. Clarifying what matters and what they need to feel in charge of their lives.
Check out my group for adults with anxiety! People-pleasers, perfectionists, worriers, and warriors ages 16 to 66: this is your call to action. You want to be more in touch with yourself but you have been held back by anxiety, trauma, and people taking advantage of you. As part of the LGBTQ2IA+ and geeky communities, you sometimes feel like you're cast aside and rarely understood. It is so tempting to give up, but you continue to persevere! You've been fighting on your own for so long that now you're ready for some more support from someone who won't ask you to educate them about being queer/the MCU/BDSM/pop culture references.
Check out my group for adults with anxiety! People-pleasers, perfectionists, worriers, and warriors ages 16 to 66: this is your call to action. You want to be more in touch with yourself but you have been held back by anxiety, trauma, and people taking advantage of you. As part of the LGBTQ2IA+ and geeky communities, you sometimes feel like you're cast aside and rarely understood. It is so tempting to give up, but you continue to persevere! You've been fighting on your own for so long that now you're ready for some more support from someone who won't ask you to educate them about being queer/the MCU/BDSM/pop culture references.
Kelly Ann Morel
Psychologist, MEd, OPQ
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H4A (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am a licensed counselling psychologist with almost 30 years of clinical experience. I offer a safe and non-judgmental environment for adults to work on various personal challenges. I strongly believe in creating a trusting working alliance with my clients to promote progress and personal growth.
I am a licensed counselling psychologist with almost 30 years of clinical experience. I offer a safe and non-judgmental environment for adults to work on various personal challenges. I strongly believe in creating a trusting working alliance with my clients to promote progress and personal growth.
I am a sexologist, member of the Ordre des sexologues du Québec (OPSQ). I offer counselling in English and in French to help you improve, maintain, or restore your sexual health. I can help you navigate sexual and relationship difficulties, questions about your sexual orientation or gender identity as well as reproductive health issues. Through my studies in psychology, I have also gained extensive knowledge of mental health disorders. Using an intersectional and trauma-informed approach, I aim to create a judgment-free space centered on your experience in order to support you towards a more fulfilling sexuality.
I am a sexologist, member of the Ordre des sexologues du Québec (OPSQ). I offer counselling in English and in French to help you improve, maintain, or restore your sexual health. I can help you navigate sexual and relationship difficulties, questions about your sexual orientation or gender identity as well as reproductive health issues. Through my studies in psychology, I have also gained extensive knowledge of mental health disorders. Using an intersectional and trauma-informed approach, I aim to create a judgment-free space centered on your experience in order to support you towards a more fulfilling sexuality.
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Welcome! Whether your difficulties are new or longstanding, reaching out to a psychologist may generate both nervousness and hope. If you have been experiencing anxiety or high levels of stress, burnout, low mood or prolonged sadness, uncertainty, low self-worth; struggling in a significant relationship; or going through grief, I would be honored to help you. Such emotional struggles, although not uncommon, may impede your ability to live a fulfilling and meaningful life, experience joy, and meet your personal goals. By deciding to seek support, you are one step closer to achieving the positive changes you envision for yourself.
Welcome! Whether your difficulties are new or longstanding, reaching out to a psychologist may generate both nervousness and hope. If you have been experiencing anxiety or high levels of stress, burnout, low mood or prolonged sadness, uncertainty, low self-worth; struggling in a significant relationship; or going through grief, I would be honored to help you. Such emotional struggles, although not uncommon, may impede your ability to live a fulfilling and meaningful life, experience joy, and meet your personal goals. By deciding to seek support, you are one step closer to achieving the positive changes you envision for yourself.
Often at times words fail us, when we try to express difficult feelings or experiences. Art and play therapy provides alternative forms of communicating that offers rich insight into ourselves. Through these creative forms of expression we will bolster your strengths and explore your challenges. My belief is that play and creativity is within all of us, and has the ability to help us grow and heal!
Often at times words fail us, when we try to express difficult feelings or experiences. Art and play therapy provides alternative forms of communicating that offers rich insight into ourselves. Through these creative forms of expression we will bolster your strengths and explore your challenges. My belief is that play and creativity is within all of us, and has the ability to help us grow and heal!
I believe that seeking support from another human being is a very natural thing to do. As a therapist, I believe that my humanity is an asset in supporting clients as they work through challenges, developing a deeper understanding of their lives. As a counsellor and art therapist, I focus on creating a therapeutic relationship based on trust, where I bring a compassionate, nonjudgmental approach paired with my training to help clients work through whatever challenges they are facing. I have a special passion for working with immigrants and refugees: as a newcomer to Canada, I understand the struggles that are often presented.
I believe that seeking support from another human being is a very natural thing to do. As a therapist, I believe that my humanity is an asset in supporting clients as they work through challenges, developing a deeper understanding of their lives. As a counsellor and art therapist, I focus on creating a therapeutic relationship based on trust, where I bring a compassionate, nonjudgmental approach paired with my training to help clients work through whatever challenges they are facing. I have a special passion for working with immigrants and refugees: as a newcomer to Canada, I understand the struggles that are often presented.
Marianne Scarfo
Registered Social Worker, LCSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H4A (Online Only)
Maybe you are struggling with anxiety, stress, body image, relationships/family issues, or life transitions. We can work together to find ways to bring you closer to your goals by discussing strategies to navigate these challenges effectively.
Maybe you are struggling with anxiety, stress, body image, relationships/family issues, or life transitions. We can work together to find ways to bring you closer to your goals by discussing strategies to navigate these challenges effectively.
Relief from anxiety is very much within your grasp! Anxiety is a terrible and hopeless feeling. You overthink everything and find yourself lost in a never ending cycle of negative thoughts and scenarios. You feel drained, helpless, devoid of happiness, and wondering if “better” is ever possible? The answer is yes!
Relief from anxiety is very much within your grasp! Anxiety is a terrible and hopeless feeling. You overthink everything and find yourself lost in a never ending cycle of negative thoughts and scenarios. You feel drained, helpless, devoid of happiness, and wondering if “better” is ever possible? The answer is yes!
Your relationships can be an incredible source of pleasure and connection, AND they can be the biggest source of tension and exhaustion. You might feel rigid and uncreative, or be falling into people-pleasing habits. You may feel overwhelming physical sensations of constriction, pain or numbness. You play a vast range of roles in your friendships, romantic & intimate dynamics, and at work. This can be a lot to handle, and you may be masking your authentic self. Creative arts therapy can offer new ways to find playfulness so you can relax into intimacy in your relationships, your body, and fully own the stories that shape you.
Your relationships can be an incredible source of pleasure and connection, AND they can be the biggest source of tension and exhaustion. You might feel rigid and uncreative, or be falling into people-pleasing habits. You may feel overwhelming physical sensations of constriction, pain or numbness. You play a vast range of roles in your friendships, romantic & intimate dynamics, and at work. This can be a lot to handle, and you may be masking your authentic self. Creative arts therapy can offer new ways to find playfulness so you can relax into intimacy in your relationships, your body, and fully own the stories that shape you.
If you're searching for a psychologist who combines the latest in evidence-based treatments with a deeply caring and supportive approach, I'm here to help. I have worked in various community and hospital settings, specializing in the treatment of depression (including self-esteem, perfectionism), trauma, substance misuse, and emotion dysregulation (including emotional avoidance, borderline personality). I believe that one size does not fit all, which is why I integrate evidence-based treatments, such as DBT and CBT, with new research and therapeutic approaches to meet the unique goals and needs of each individual.
If you're searching for a psychologist who combines the latest in evidence-based treatments with a deeply caring and supportive approach, I'm here to help. I have worked in various community and hospital settings, specializing in the treatment of depression (including self-esteem, perfectionism), trauma, substance misuse, and emotion dysregulation (including emotional avoidance, borderline personality). I believe that one size does not fit all, which is why I integrate evidence-based treatments, such as DBT and CBT, with new research and therapeutic approaches to meet the unique goals and needs of each individual.
Whether you are dealing with past trauma or current triggers that keep you from moving forward, there are always ways to process what has happened and how we can work together towards a more fulfilling future. As an art therapist with a trauma-informed lens, I incorporate counselling, somatic awareness, movement, and play into my work, to enhance resiliency and promote healing. Issues I have worked on include intimate partner violence, self-harm, sexual abuse, and refugee, immigration and acculturation issues, as well as intergenerational trauma.
Whether you are dealing with past trauma or current triggers that keep you from moving forward, there are always ways to process what has happened and how we can work together towards a more fulfilling future. As an art therapist with a trauma-informed lens, I incorporate counselling, somatic awareness, movement, and play into my work, to enhance resiliency and promote healing. Issues I have worked on include intimate partner violence, self-harm, sexual abuse, and refugee, immigration and acculturation issues, as well as intergenerational trauma.
Francesca Lungescu
Psychologist, PhD, MPs, OPQ
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H2Y (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Have you been anxious or depressed lately? Do you need help improving your work-life balance, your self-esteem, your relationships or your communication? Member of the Ordre des Psychologues du Québec with a Ph.D. in psychology, I can help you manage your anxiety, cope with depression or with an adjustment disorder, or to live a more satisfying life. I have also studied in Work Psychology and worked in Management Coaching and Career Coaching, so I can also help you improve your leadership OR determine a path in accordance with your aspirations, personality and values OR reintegrate work. Je travaille aussi en Français.
Have you been anxious or depressed lately? Do you need help improving your work-life balance, your self-esteem, your relationships or your communication? Member of the Ordre des Psychologues du Québec with a Ph.D. in psychology, I can help you manage your anxiety, cope with depression or with an adjustment disorder, or to live a more satisfying life. I have also studied in Work Psychology and worked in Management Coaching and Career Coaching, so I can also help you improve your leadership OR determine a path in accordance with your aspirations, personality and values OR reintegrate work. Je travaille aussi en Français.
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Number of Counsellors in Montréal, QC
600+
Average cost per session
$150
Counsellors in Montréal, QC who prioritize treating:
| 92% | Anxiety |
| 83% | Relationship Issues |
| 83% | Self Esteem |
| 81% | Depression |
| 74% | Stress |
| 62% | Life Transitions |
| 61% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 58% | SunLife |
| 48% | Manulife |
| 46% | Blue Cross |
How Counsellors in Montréal, QC see their clients
| 61% | In Person and Online | |
| 39% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 79% | Female | |
| 18% | Male | |
| 3% | Non-Binary |