Find Therapists in Ottawa, ON

Michelle Philippe

Registered Psychotherapist, MA Counselling Psychology

I'm so glad you are here. Sometimes we can feel weighed down by sadness, anxiety, shame, a harsh inner critic, or not feeling “good enough”. This can sometimes occur with difficulty with people pleasing, perfectionism, chronic worry, or unreasonably high self-standards. Are you a high performer, an artist, athlete, dancer (or former)? Has a life transition or loss left you feeling overwhelmed? ...

Lisa Willow

Registered Social Worker

Lisa Willow is a Registered Social Worker (MSW, ADHD-CCSP) and founder of West Coast Adult ADHD and Coast to Coast ADHD. She specializes in ADHD, anxiety, emotional regulation, and women's wellness. Lisa offers compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each client’s unique needs. Virtual sessions available across Canada.

Joanna Brubacher

Registered Social Worker

Who I Work With: *Couples navigating conflict, repair, or separation *Co-parents creating healthy communication and planning around children *LGBTQ2+ individuals and families *People in non-traditional or polyamorous relationships *Neurodiverse adults and people on the autism spectrum *Individuals exploring identity, emotion regulation, or relational healing

John Sendim

Registered Psychotherapist

John is a registered psychotherapist who wears many hats. As the founder and director of UpLift Therapy for Men, he’s dedicated to creating a supportive space for men to address mental health challenges. But John also understands the complexities of life beyond the therapy room – he's a husband and father himself. Drawing from his personal experience, John is passionate about helping men, part...

Rebecca Steele

Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist

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.

Mehek Somani

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Hi there! I'm Mehek. I'm glad you're here! I specialize in burnout, stress, people-pleasing, self-esteem and relationship issues, intergenerational trauma for POC and immigrant communities. Using an emotionally focused, attachment-based, IFS, DBT, trauma informed and culturally sensitive approaches, I offer online therapy across Ontario (Mon–Fri) and Walk & Talk sessions in Oakville on Saturdays.

Franklynn Bartol

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

I practice relational psychotherapy, which sees both suffering & healing as rooted in relationships. I support individuals & couples to grow their capacities to feel, reflect, & connect more deeply to themselves & others. I take a collaborative, trauma-informed, & anti-oppressive stance, holding curiosity for how social contexts, your personal history, & identities impact you & our work together.

Christy Laarakker

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Specializing in trauma, anxiety, identity transitions, and emotional dysregulation. I offer a neuroscience-informed, evidence-based approach using modalities like CBT, DBT, ACT, and Somatic Experiencing. I work with adults (18+) navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, and life changes. Sliding scale fees, free consultation available.

Joty Deol

Registered Psychotherapist

Welcome. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply in need of support, you’re not alone. I work with teens and adults facing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, postpartum shifts, and trauma. With warmth and compassion, I’ll meet you where you are. Together, we’ll move at your pace—toward healing, clarity, and meaningful growth.

Carly Quintero

Registered Psychotherapist

Hello. I am a welcoming, attentive clinician with a natural knack for relationship building. I earned my Master's degree in Counselling from Oakland University (Michigan) in 2013 and have been a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario since 2016, as well as a Member of the Ontario Society of Registered Psychotherapists. I have over eight years of experience counselling individuals from predominantl…

Matteo Castelli

Registered Psychotherapist & Counsellor

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.

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.

Michelle Azzi

Clinical Psychology Resident

Whether 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.

Erica Tatham

Psychologist

Each of us faces trials and tribulations that can make life more difficult to manage. In these moments of hardship, one of the most important and difficult decisions you can make is to seek therapy. Therefore, I want to commend you for considering your psychological growth and I would be honoured to support you on your journey toward improved mental, emotional, and relational health!

Sean Gedney

Registered Social Worker

I've had the privilege and honour of supporting individuals and families traversing palliative care, end-of-life care and as caregivers go through their grief journey for over 10 years. Additionally, I’ve supported clients through a wide range of challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. I will meet you where you’re at. I come from a long line of “listen-first, talk-seco…

Nicole Prisciak

Registered Social Worker

Hi, I’m Nicole, a proud Indigenous woman with ancestral roots in the Red River Métis Settlement in Winnipeg. I offer virtual therapy across Ontario, grounded in cultural awareness, trauma-informed care, and respect for both traditional and Western ways of healing. My approach centers the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Whether you’re exploring identity, grieving a loss, or navigating a toug…

Sara Antunes-Alves

Psychologist

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.

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…

Iriny Salib-Sharkawy

Registered Social Worker

Myriam Hernandez

Registered Psychotherapist

It takes strength and courage to navigate daily life, with pressures coming at you from what seems like all directions. It takes even greater courage to seek out help, to step back, and look at ourselves in order to deal with distressing thoughts, emotions, body sensations or behaviours, or to deal with the past and its impact on present life.