Depression Therapists in Ottawa, ON
Find the best psychologists, counsellors, psychotherapists and other mental health professionals in your city.
Laura Cuttini
Registered Clinical Psychologist at Laura Cuttini Psychological Services
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)I provide virtual treatment to adults and adolescents focused on anxiety and OCD. I take a warm, empathic approach that mainly comes from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy but also draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Ultimately, I want to collaborate to find the approach that resonates best with my client, and help them manage their symptoms and lead a more fulfilling life!
Zeesy Halpern
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) at Rising Phoenix Therapy and Wellness Centre
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)I offer low cost therapy, including one free session for adults who are struggling with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions and experiences of trauma. If you have been feeling like you are going through the motions, unable to change unhelpful patterns and overwhelmed with life's challenges, therapy can help you reconnect with yourself, your goals and what matters.
Carrin Adoma
Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist at Therapy Uninterrupted
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)I’m a trauma-informed Registered Social Worker and psychotherapist with nearly a decade of experience supporting individuals through anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. My approach is eclectic, blending evidence-based therapies with deep empathy and attunement to help clients feel truly seen and supported.
Renee Crossan (she/her)
Registered Social Worker (MSW, RSW) at Dolphin Lake Counselling
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)I know how important it is to find a therapist that who truly understands you. As a trauma-informed therapist, I understand that a strong therapeutic relationship is essential for healing and personal growth. I strive to create a safe and nurturing space where you can openly share your experiences, allowing us to work collaboratively on your journey toward resilience and self-discovery.
Matteo Castelli
Registered Psychotherapist & Counsellor at Psych Company
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)Matteo Castelli has over 15 years of experience providing psychotherapy, group education, counselor training, and mental health advocacy. With an educational background including a Master’s in Counseling Psychology and an Honours Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, he brings both academic knowledge and practical experience to his work with clients.
Sophie Cohen
Master’s Level Therapist Intern (under supervision of experienced Senior Supervisor) at Your Story Counselling Services
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)Trauma-informed therapy available in Vaughan, Markham, and Virtual
$30-$75 sliding scale available
Carly Quintero
Registered Psychotherapist (RP) at Psychotherapy For You
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)I have over eight years of experience counselling individuals from predominantly person-centred and narrative approaches, with a specific focus on developing treatment tailored to each client's unique needs and personality. I am confident working with anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional effects of chronic pain, substance abuse, eating disorders, grief, LGBTQ+ issues, and adjustment disorders.
Fema Jacob
Registered Social Worker at Psychotherapy For You
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)I want to understand the intricate details of your life that make you uniquely you, and I would be honoured to facilitate the process of your self-discovery and healing. I love working with individuals in all walks of life, including but not limited to individuals experiencing anxiety, panic and/or anxiety attacks, phobias, issues controlling anger, improving self-esteem and many more.
Waleed Riaz
Registered Psychotherapist (RP) at Aks Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)Do you find yourself worrying about situations that may or could happen in life and socially? Do you feel low, unmotivated, and hopeless? Do you find it difficult to cope with stress? If so, you may be in the right place at the right time! My specialty is working with males, females, and unspecified youth and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction, OCD, & stress.
Samantha Richter
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)We all have our own, beautiful, way of being in the world. My goal is to join you in the depth of your sensation, and be with you in the difficulty and joy of how you experience the world. Together, we can explore the truth of what it means to be you. We can stay with what is owned, pushed aside, shamed and beloved, and how that informs the ways we engage with ourselves, and the world around us.
Jessica Kurucz
Registered Social Worker at Psychotherapy For You
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)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
Morgan Mackenzie
MSW, RSW, Psychotherapist
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)I specialize in empowering young adults in their late teens, 20s, and 30s to reclaim confidence, happiness, and fulfillment, despite the challenges of low self-esteem, anxiety, and relationship struggles.
Aleks Milosevic
Psychologist at Centre for Interpersonal Relationships
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Ottawa, ONI admire you for being willing and open to look honestly at yourself, and for reaching out for professional support after you’ve tried to deal with things as best as you could on your own. I look forward to being part of your journey toward improving your self and your relationships!
Joshua Peters
Psychologist (Supervised Practice) at Centre for Interpersonal Relationships
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)Life is a dynamic journey filled with both ‘high’ and ‘low’ moments. This process can feel even worse if you are alone or unsupported. In seeking help from a therapist, you have taken an important and admirable first step towards healing and growth. I offer you a warm welcome on your journey towards better mental health.
Robert Hill
Psychologist at Centre for Interpersonal Relationships
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Ottawa, ONI provide individual therapy and assessment for adults who experience psychological, emotional, and/or relationship concerns. This includes people struggling with the impact of their health on their wellbeing and day-to-day functioning. My goal is to help you feel understood, create a path for us to address your goals, and foster a collaborative therapy relationship together.
Michelle Azzi
Clinical Psychology Resident at Centre for Interpersonal Relationships
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Ottawa, ONWhether you are going through a difficult time or embarking on a journey of personal growth, I am here to support you every step of the way. I believe that each person possesses a wealth of wisdom, knowledge, insight, and resilience that can guide them through life’s challenges, especially when they have the right support. It is my privilege to accompany you on your path to wellness.
Natalina Salmaso
Psychologist at Centre for Interpersonal Relationships
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)Too often one of the most difficult first steps in working through life challenges, whether large or small, is to acknowledge the need for support and to seek out the help that you need. My work with adolescents, adults and couples has been to accompany them on a journey that involves building a toolset designed to navigate their particular challenges.
Tania Renaud Fournier
Psychologist at Centre for Interpersonal Relationships
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Ottawa, ONChoosing 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.
David Mibashan
Psychologist at Centre for Interpersonal Relationships
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)We cannot lie to ourselves: realizing that something is bothering us is the first step towards understanding our present situation. Coming to therapy is a positive second step. It allows us to see where we come from, where we are now and where we would like to be. We should also keep in mind that once we know something, we cannot unknow it.
Sara Antunes-Alves
Psychologist at Centre for Interpersonal Relationships
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Ottawa, ONI admire the courage required to choose therapy to navigate life’s challenges, and I first want to applaud you for your courage. Your motivation to the openness, vulnerability, and change involved in the therapy process is perhaps the most important predictor that therapy will be helpful for you. There is hope already in that.
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