Substance Use Therapists in Ottawa, Ontario

Registered Social Worker at Psychotherapy For You

In order to provide yourself or couple with the most effective care, it is important to choose the right therapist for your individual needs. I am here to provide a safe space to feel heard, provide support and empower you on your journey of healing and finding balance. I look forward to having the opportunity to partner with you on this journey.

Registered Psychotherapist at Psychotherapy For You

Life can be challenging and sometimes everywhere we turn we find hardships with no solutions in sight. You're not alone as so many of us are facing difficulties. I am here to support you with compassion and understanding. I care about your happiness and overcoming your struggles. Together we can work on finding you relief from what you're going through.

I am addiction counsellor for almost 30 years I am graduating in May 2024. My website www.lightsofgrace.ca. My credentials HSC George Brown College Masters in May spiritual care psychotherapy from Emmanuel College. Many years experience as addiction specialist.

I offer a non-judgmental, compassionate and confidential space where you can be your real and true self. We will explore your concerns together, at your pace. I work from a psychodynamic and humanistic approach and integrate interventions stemming from Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical-Behavior Therapy (DBT).

Dean Anderson is Certified through the CPCA as an RPC & MPCC (Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling) from London, ON. He specializes in addiction and substance use disorders and currently wears many hats in the addiction and recovery communities, including being a Private Practice Counsellor, MAP Service Provider, Consultant, and NRT Practitioner.

Some of your experiences that shaped who you are today might now be causing difficulties in your life. Recognizing this is a major sign of great insight and personal strength, and I greatly admire your curiosity of exploring this in therapy. As a psychologist, I provide a safe and secure setting so that you feel hopeful and empowered to go on this journey that brings positive changes in your life.

I 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.

Registered Social Worker at Psychotherapy For You

Working in nonprofit settings since 2017, I provide culturally sensitive, strengths-based support using Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

The decision to seek help is not easy, but finding the right therapist means having a confidential collaborator who will work with you to find the solutions/directions that work best for you and can be a great first step toward feeling in control of your life. Healing and recovery look different for everyone, but they are within your reach. It would be my privilege to begin that journey with you.

Recognizing that everyone’s journey is unique, I’m here to meet you exactly where you are in your therapeutic process. I work with individuals who have anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or trauma stemming from various situations, relationships, or family. You have the option to hold our sessions in the comfort of your own home virtually or in my cozy office, which is available until 8:30 PM.

Master of Social Work (M.S.W, R.S.W) -Social Worker/ Psychotherapist at Psychotherapy for You