Anxiety Therapists in Ottawa, ON
Martha Li
Registered Psychotherapist
I am a Registered Psychotherapist based in Oakville, Ontario. I help you feel understood and supported as we explore what's weighing on you. Together, we uncover patterns, build coping strategies, and nurture the skills you need to thrive. My goal is to create a safe space where you can grow, heal, and feel more connected.
Michelle Strazzeri
Master of Social Work (M.S.W, R.S.W) -Social Worker/ Psychotherapist
For 9 years I have worked with individuals, couples and families on a wide variety of issues including communication breakdown, trauma, abuse, accident, injury, addictions, depression, anxiety and other mental health concerns. I understand that change is difficult, and it is hard to take the first step in seeking out therapy support. I know it takes courage to start this process.
Paris Moaf
Registered Psychotherapist, M Psy, MSc, RP
As the founder and clinical director of Paris Mind Clinic, Paris Parastoo Moaf specializes in helping clients manage and overcome depression, anxiety, PTSD, emotional disorders, grief, and relationship issues. Using CBT, DBT, MBCT, ACT, EFT, and Adlerian Therapy, Paris Parastoo Moaf tailors sessions to your unique needs.
Laura Shaw
Registered Psychotherapist
Do you have high expectations or a brain that won’t shut off? I specialize in supporting women (20s-40s) navigating anxiety, life transitions, and suspected (or confirmed) neurodivergence (ADHD or AuDHD). My approach is neuro-affirming, mind-body centered, and specifically tailored to help you stop overthinking and start living authentically. Let's build a life that actually feels like you!
Maya Awad
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, ADHD-SP, HBSc (she, her)
Accepting NEW clients - Are you feeling overwhelmed or like you’re carrying a lot on your own? Feel like you're doing everything you’re “supposed to do,” but something still doesn’t feel right? Have a desire to better understand your thoughts, emotions, or patterns, work on building confidence or self-esteem, or find support for your relationship?
Victoria Brassard Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Hi, I'm Victoria Brassard-Monahan, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with a Master of Counselling Psychology and an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (with Distinction). I am currently practising under the supervision of Kim Lawrence (BScH, MSW, RSW). I work best with folks seeking counselling for anxiety, ADHD support, burnout, grief, childhood trauma, PTSD, and relationship issues.
Anya Rameshwar
Therapist
In our first session, my priority is our connection. A positive initial connection will help the therapy relationship flourish. Through therapy, we will examine different parts of your life, your memories, past experiences and where you are at present.
Jessica Bassmahon
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Big feelings? We've got this. No feelings? No problem. Existential grief? Absolutely. If you are a high achieving, high pressure performer (I'm looking at you, actors, singers, musicians, dancers, academics, performers), and you need someone who understands the pressure put on you throughout your training and career, someone who has lived experience in these industries, let's connect!
Monika Goetz (she/her)
Registered Social Worker
I support teens and adults struggling with misophonia (sound sensitivity), exploring 2SLGBTIQA+ experiences, anxiety, depression, stress, and more. I'm passionate about using an identity-affirming and weight-inclusive approach that accepts you as you are while supporting you to live the life that you want.
Tania Renaud Fournier
Psychologist
Choosing the right person to accompany us in a personal development process is not always easy, let’s face it. It’s a strange relationship, requiring you to be vulnerable with someone you don’t know. Just the fact that you’re looking at your options right now is an important first step that requires courage, so I’d like to meet you halfway and take the time to introduce myself briefly.
Natascha Piciga
Registered Psychotherapist
I am a psychotherapist who believes healing happens through connection, curiosity, and feeling truly understood. My approach is collaborative and a provide a warm and non-judgemental space where clients can explore life challenges, build resilience, and connect with themselves.
Lisa Demmer
Registered Psychotherapist, HBA, ADHD-CP, EMDR
Accepting NEW Clients – Is it hard to find motivation or let go of anxious thoughts? Do you feel stuck in low mood, the past, or like you’re going through the motions but nothing changes? Have you lost sight of yourself, or feel held back by experiences that continue to echo into the present? Maybe you’re wanting support with emotions, communication, relationships, identity, or finding meaning in…
Eleni Anagnosti
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), ADHD-CCSP, MS, HBA, BA
My approach is compassionate, culturally attuned, and collaborative. I draw from CBT, strengths-based, solution-focused, and trauma-informed approaches to support ADHD, anxiety, depression, burnout, grief, life transitions, and relationship patterns. Together, we focus on building practical tools, emotional balance, and a stronger sense of self-trust.
Alysha Bernstein
Registered Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor & Traumatologist
I am a registered psychotherapist with a decade of experience in mental healthcare. I have built an authentic, client-centred, and empathic space in my private practice since 2020. We provide care for a wide range of mental health issues and couples or family conflict. My team is as accessible and affordable as possible and we are constantly learning new and better ways to support our clients
Justine Nowosiadly
Registered Psychotherapist
Do you struggle with worrying that you are inadequate? Perhaps you have noticed that you have been engaging in people-pleasing behaviours for as long as you can remember. Maybe your relationships have felt one-sided, and unfulfilling as a result since your needs are often put on the back-burner. I wonder if you are tired of constantly comparing yourself to others highlight reels, and worrying tha…
Myra Meier
Registered Social Worker
My aspiration as a therapist is to create a safe environment in which work can be collaborative, address the impacts of trauma, stress, anxiety, depression and/or grief and make the changes necessary to live the healthy and fulfilling life that my clients want.
Jessica Kurucz
Registered Social Worker
I provide support to adults and couples. I have experience working with individuals experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, gender issues, substance use, low self-esteem, stress-related issues, and chronic illness. I recognize that it takes a great deal of courage to make the decision to start counselling. I consider it a privilege to be invited into your life
Ekta Sehgal
Registered Psychotherapist
Life can be heavy sometimes. Maybe you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in patterns that don’t serve you anymore. Or maybe you’re carrying grief that no one sees, struggling in relationships, or just feeling disconnected from yourself. Whatever it is, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Therapy isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about having a space where you can be real, messy, a…
Calvin Lam
Psychotherapist
We all deserve to be at our best—and sometimes that means walking with people who can help get us there or acquiring tools that we don’t currently have. It's my hope and passion to see people holistically healed, restored, and transformed to be the best version of themselves that they can be.
Savannah Dasilva
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), Expressive Arts Therapist at Savannah Dasilva Psychotherapy
Savannah Dasilva Psychotherapy is a queer-owned practice providing virtual and in-person psychotherapy services in Toronto, ON. We work wth 2SLGBTQI+ neurodivergent adults who are looking to find balance and sustainability in their lives living with neurodivergence, anxiety, stress, chronic illness/pain, grief and loss, relationships, and identity challenges; by using the arts.
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