Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Ottawa, ON
Find the best psychologists, counsellors, psychotherapists and other mental health professionals in your city.
Hazim Al-Faouri
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), CCC, MA, EMDR at Fika Mental Health
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)Overwhelmed by life's pressures, past traumas, or relationship challenges? Want to understand how your thoughts and feelings connect to your overall sense of self? Seeking a therapist who gets your values and background, connecting you to your past, present, and future experiences? Let's work to explore your struggles or dive into understanding yourself better.
Cassandra Tennriello
Registered Psychotherapist at Triello Counselling Services
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)Hi! I'm a Registered Psychotherapist and Canadian Certified Counsellor with 11 years of experience. I walk alongside my clients as they heal, whether supporting emotional regulation, processing trauma, or navigating life transitions. I use an integrative approach, drawing from different theories, modalities, and approaches that fit their unique needs!
Sandeep Kaur Marwaha
Occupational Therapist, Psychotherapist
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)As a brown kid of immigrants from the Global South, I appreciate the nuances, struggles, and beauty of being from immigrant and global majority communities. My values of acceptance, compassion, curiosity, and connection guide my work. With an anti-oppressive, relational lens, I will support you to soften towards yourself, slowly heal, and move in alignment with your values instead of fear.
Allison Mundle
Registered Psychotherapist at Sandalwood Psychotherapy
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)I offer sessions for individuals and couples who are looking to make positive changes in their lives and relationships. My areas of specialty include PTSD, CPTSD, and trauma related to interpersonal violence and abuse, anxiety, depression, grief, and ADHD. I offer virtual sessions across Ontario and in-person sessions in Etobicoke and Oakville ON
Catherine Sullivan
MSW, RSW at Catherine Sullivan Counselling Services
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Ottawa, ONTrauma and EMDR therapy in the West End of Ottawa.
Dr. Marlene Taube-Schiff - Forward Thinking Psychological Services
Registered Clinical Psychologist at Forward Thinking Psychological Services
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)At Forward Thinking Psychological Services (FTPS), we provide you with warmth, compassion and tools you need to move ahead in your life and achieve your goals. Our work is evidence-based, collaborative and values-based – ensuring that every individual is a participant in their treatment and is able to become their own therapist over time. We provide treatment to individuals, couples, and families.
Cierra DoCouto
Registered Psychotherapist at Guiding You Counselling and Psychotherapy
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)Helping adults in Burlington, Ontario navigate anxiety, self-esteem challenges, relationship concerns, and attachment patterns. Offering in-person and virtual psychotherapy that is collaborative, evidence-informed, and tailored to support personal growth, emotional well-being, and resilience.
Jennifer Oakley
Registered Psychotherapist
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)I am a therapist honoured to support individuals looking for harmony and clarity in their life. I specialize in Adoption Loss, Family Separation, Family Conflict, Reunion, Early Childhood Trauma, PTSD, Grief, Anxiety, Depression, and Abandonment.
Jen Chan
RP (Qualifying), MACP (InP), BBA at Your Story Counselling
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)I’m Jen, a therapist-in-training offering a safe, client-centred space to navigate anxiety, depression, burnout, cultural identity, relationships, parenting, workplace stress, and youth challenges. My integrative approach blends Person-Centred, ACT, EFT, and mindfulness-based, yoga- and somatic-informed practices.
Vanessa Fingland
Master Practitioner In Clinical Counselling-Prov at Vanessa Fingland
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)Counselling for Women. I know how tired you are of feeling overwhelmed, stressed and not being able to get your needs met. Imagine how life could be if you could control your emotions, ask for what you want, and not feel guilty! I help women who struggle with: relationships, setting boundaries, confidence, communicating their feelings, stress, burnout, anxiety, anger/resentment.
Shauna Mayer
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), CYI at shaunamayer.com
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)With 25 years of experience in mental health, yoga therapy, and spiritual care, I bring a wealth of knowledge and compassionate support to our sessions. Are you looking for a therapist who provides a warm, collaborative, and empowering approach to healing? I believe that within each of us lies the strength and wisdom to create meaningful change and growth.
Mala Dorai
Therapist Intern at Your Story Counselling
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)I offer a collaborative, trauma-informed therapy space for adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma, neurodivergence (including ADHD/autism), grief, and life transitions. Grounded in neuroscience and cultural humility, my work integrates mind, body, and environment, with gentle structure, practical tools, and care for meaningful growth.
Katie MacDonald
Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist at Katie MacDonald Therapy
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)You may find you are lacking in resilience, feeling "stuck" in patterns that aren’t working for you, or are enticed by the prospect of living a life aligned with your true values, but are unsure of how to get there. If a warm, curious and nonjudgmental therapy approach appeals to you, please reach out.
KATIE WHITELEY
Registered Psychotherapist at KatieWTherapy Toronto
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)I offer individual therapy in a warm, supportive environment where you can explore your experiences, build insight, and work toward meaningful change. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs, drawing from a variety of evidence-based modalities. I’m here to support you with care, respect, and practical tools for growth.
Karina Ramdath (she/her)
Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist at Sweet Violet Counselling Inc.
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)Karina will honour your skills, values, and experiences to help you improve your personal mental health, overcome trauma, and/or improve relationships. Karina provides effective therapy to help you achieve your wellness goals.
Brittany Peddle
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)I work with individuals who are looking to overcome their trauma by learning healthier coping skills and more helpful resources, and who want to do deeper processing work to resolve and release trauma in order to let go of the past and move forward in life. I offer both support and solutions, using a client-centered approach utilizing DBT, ACT, EMDR, Somatic Therapy and other modalities.
Alicia Alessandrini
Registered Social Worker, EMDR, MSW, RSW at Fika Mental Health
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)Drawing from many frameworks and trainings, including a Trauma-focused approach, Strengths-Based, EMDR, DBT, Narrative, and Attachment Therapy, our work together will be specifically built for you. I specialize in mood (anxiety, stress, depression), self-esteem, trauma, ADHD, and Autism. Claim your free consultation today.
Rebecca Steele
Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist at Smart Therapy: Insight-Driven Depth Therapy
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)Welcome to Smart Therapy! I’m Rebecca. For over a decade, I’ve helped clients heal from anxiety and trauma using Insight-Driven Depth Therapy. My work explores unconscious patterns and emotional roots to foster clarity, calm, and change. I offer talk therapy, Brainspotting, hypnotherapy, and dream work.
Tiffany Martens
scheduleRegistered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) at True Roots Therapy
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Ottawa, ON(Virtual Only)Are you carrying the weight of trauma, grief, or shame that feels too heavy to hold alone?
Many of the folks I work with are navigating the aftermath of childhood trauma, domestic or sexual violence, systemic oppression, or religious/spiritual abuse. They may be experiencing complex PTSD, anxiety, depression, or a deep sense of disconnection from themselves and others.
Elizabeth Waite
Registered Psychotherapist at Centre for Interpersonal Relationships
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Ottawa, ONReaching out and asking for help does not come easily for many people. I respect your willingness to face difficult feelings to grow, create change, and find a more positive place in your life. Relationships and life stages come with many challenges, and I welcome the privilege of exploring these alongside you as we discuss your goals for therapy and develop a tailored plan to achieve them.
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