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Riley Desmarais
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Photo of Riley Terry Desmarais - Riley Desmarais, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Riley Desmarais

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) (he, him)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2P
Let's Connect (343) 313-1395
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Sometimes the ways in which we have learned to manage challenges in life end up pulling us away from the authentic life that we want to live. Feelings like anxiety and shame can show up and leave us feeling helpless and disconnected from ourselves and others. We often end up shaming ourselves for feeling a certain way rather than taking the time to understand our feelings and needs. If you are struggling and feeling stuck in patterns that are no longer serving you, I am here to help you find the courage within yourself to meet your suffering with understanding and compassion.
I emphasize a non-judgmental and accepting environment for you to safely share your hardships about your life. I work with clients aged 13 to 65 years with anxiety, depression, disordered eating and LGBTQ2S+ issues. I integrate modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-Based Interventions and other third-wave approaches.
Living a full, satisfying, and meaningful life, true to your identity is possible. I understand how challenging it can be to feel disconnected from the person we want to be. Together, we will work through uncomfortable thoughts and emotions, and overcome unhelpful behaviours by learning new ways to relate to our suffering and care for ourselves.
Call or Riley Desmarais now for a free 15 minute consultation - (343) 313-1395

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Ottawa, ON K2P

(343) 313-1395
I specialize in Anxiety, Stress and LGBTQ+ 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (343) 313-1395
Photo of Riley Terry Desmarais - Riley Desmarais, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Ottawa, ON K2P

(343) 313-1395
I specialize in Anxiety, Stress and LGBTQ+ 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Qualifications

    Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying): Riley Terry Desmarais

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 11654 Riley Terry Desmarais
  • In Practice for 3 Years
  • Attended University of Ottawa, Master of Arts in Education (Counselling Psychology), Graduated 2023
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (343) 313-1395
Photo of Riley Terry Desmarais - Riley Desmarais, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Riley Desmarais
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (343) 313-1395
Photo of Riley Terry Desmarais - Riley Desmarais, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Riley Desmarais
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Stress
  • LGBTQ+

Expertise

  • Body Positivity
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Life Transitions
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Transgender
Do these issues align with your needs? or (343) 313-1395
Photo of Riley Terry Desmarais - Riley Desmarais, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Riley Desmarais
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Do these issues align with your needs? or (343) 313-1395
Photo of Riley Terry Desmarais - Riley Desmarais, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Riley Desmarais
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Endorsement

Dr. Kimberly Sogge C.Psych.
Dr. Kimberly Sogge C.Psych.
PsychologistPhDCPsychMEd
Riley Desmarais has an exceptional scientific background starting with early studies in evolutionary psychology up to current research on bullying. He is a clinician with deep caring and mad skills in mindfulness based and compassion focused therapies

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Humanistic
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (343) 313-1395
Photo of Riley Terry Desmarais - Riley Desmarais, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Riley Desmarais
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (343) 313-1395
Photo of Riley Terry Desmarais - Riley Desmarais, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Riley Desmarais
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Location

Primary Location

Ottawa, ON K2P

(343) 313-1395

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

Call for a free consultation now - (343) 313-1395
Photo of Riley Terry Desmarais - Riley Desmarais, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Riley Desmarais
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Call for a free consultation now - (343) 313-1395
Photo of Riley Terry Desmarais - Riley Desmarais, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Riley Desmarais
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)