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Natalie Carrière

Ottawa, Ontario

Natalie Carrière

MA, Saint Paul University and MA, University of Ottawa. RP, College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.
Years in practice: 11

I favour a holistic, integrative approach, tailored to meet your individual needs. Drawing on various modalities including mindfulness, CBT and ACT, we build on your strengths and resilience rather than focusing on pathology or diagnoses. Together, we identify thought and behaviour patterns no longer serving you, helping you to change and heal. I am sensitive to the fact that problems clients bring might have a spiritual dimension and remain open to working with your personal meanings. I enjoy working with clients and consider it a privilege to be able to accompany them on their journeys of self-discovery and healing.

 

Ottawa, Ontario
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Sean Hale

Ottawa, Ontario

Sean Hale

MA in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University
Years in practice: 6
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I provide an empathetic and non-judgemental approach. I work with a range of clients and specialize in Relationship issues, Men’s issues, Life Transitions, Communication, Self-esteem, Identity development, Overcoming Shame, Mood regulation and LGBTQ+ issues. I have 10 years of personal and professional coaching experience centred around emotional intelligence, communication skills and adult learning. My approach is eclectic, meaning that one size does not fit all. I work within your paradigm to find what works for you.

Ottawa, Ontario
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Crystal Tierney

Ottawa, Ontario

Crystal Tierney

MA, Yorkville University
Years in practice: 7
Offers:  Remote Therapy

Hello! I work predominantly with adults and older teens who have lived through interpersonal, childhood, or complex trauma. I work from a trauma theory, body-centred and anti-oppressive framework. I typically include elements of somatics, mindfulness, compassion focus, and systems theory approaches. Area’s of exploration may include befriending the body, addressing negative self-talk, or living with heightened feelings, bodily sensations, or numbness.

Ottawa, Ontario
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Caitlin Kemmett

Ottawa, Ontario

Caitlin Kemmett

MA in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University
Years in practice: 3
Offers:  Remote Therapy

Struggling with anxiety, stress, ADHD, or relationship issues? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it all out on your own. Caitlin is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) who works with men navigating the pressure to keep it together, even when things feel overwhelming or off track. Her approach is collaborative, grounded, and judgment-free. Whether you’re facing burnout, disconnection, or a major life transition, therapy with Caitlin offers a space to talk openly, reconnect with yourself, and move forward with clarity and confidence.

Ottawa, Ontario
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Daniel Abar

Ottawa, Ontario

Daniel Abar

M.Ed. Counselling, University of Ottawa
Years in practice: 16
Offers:  Remote Therapy

Are you feeling worried, stuck, and needing to see progress for yourself or someone you are worried about? If you are experiencing anxiety, loneliness, low mood, grief, or relationship difficulties this can impact your quality of life. Therapy can help. I specialize in working with males, college and University students, parents, adults experiencing mood challenges, relationship difficulties or trouble forming healthy habits across Ontario.

Ottawa, Ontario
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Rim Yassine

REMOTE ACROSS ONTARIO

Rim Yassine

MA, The University of Queensland
Years in practice: 11
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I work with adults—particularly men and queer/trans clients—who feel exhausted by coping alone, disconnected from themselves or others, or under pressure to “hold it together.”

My therapeutic approach is trauma‑informed, relational, and integrative. I draw from somatic therapy, attachment‑based work, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Brainspotting, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and existential and narrative approaches.

Sessions are paced collaboratively, with close attention to nervous system regulation, safety, and consent. Rather than pushing for insight or change before readiness, the work unfolds in a grounded and steady way that supports lasting integration and deeper self‑trust.

I offer remote therapy across British Columbia and Ontario.

REMOTE ACROSS ONTARIO
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Zahra Nafar

Ottawa, Ontario

Zahra Nafar

MA in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University
Years in practice: 6
Offers:  Remote Therapy
Zahra is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and the Director of YourTherapist Psychotherapy and Counselling Clinic in Ottawa, ON.

Her experience includes years of training in psychology, and neuroscience. She is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), a Certified Addictions-Informed Mental Health Professional (CAIMHP) and a Level II Gottman Institute certified couples therapist. Zahra’s therapy approach focuses on understanding her client’s history, the family of origin, cultural background, physiological and psychological health to create clinical plans that promote change.

Ottawa, Ontario
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Mr. Marc Whitehouse

Ottawa, Ontario

Mr. Marc Whitehouse

MSW, University of Toronto
Years in practice: 10
Offers:  Remote Therapy

My name is Marc Whitehouse. I am specialized in supporting men and young professionals in managing stress, anxiety, depression and anger. I work with men and professionals to teach better ways to support your mental health while juggling professional, family and important relationships.

Ottawa, Ontario
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Alice Lurie

Ottawa, Ontario

Alice Lurie

MACP, Yorkville University
Years in practice: 9
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I work with couples and individuals to hone their own strengths to overcome personal struggles while forming additional skills and self-reliance, so they are confident in handling future challenges. I provide a safe space to examine your thoughts, feelings and behaviours. I work with anxiety and depression, the aftereffects of distressing and traumatic experiences, and helps clients to improve the quality of their relationships. My specific interests include anxiety, stress, depression and grief, anger, emotional regulation, and career and workplace difficulties.

Ottawa, Ontario
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Justin Bergamini

Ottawa, Ontario

Justin Bergamini

MA, Saint Paul University
Years in practice: 4
Offers:  Remote Therapy

Many of the men I work with appear to be functioning well on the outside, but feel stuck, disconnected, or weighed down by anxiety, anger, relationship difficulties, or a persistent sense that something isn’t working.

My approach is thoughtful, collaborative, and grounded in genuine conversation, helping you understand the patterns beneath your struggles and make meaningful, lasting changes. Together, we work toward greater self-understanding, stronger relationships, and a clearer sense of purpose and direction.

Im here to help – so feel free to reach out and we can decide if we are a good fit for working together.

Ottawa, Ontario
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Mr. Patrick Pretty

Ottawa, Ontario

Mr. Patrick Pretty

MA in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University and BA in Psychology (Honours), Carleton University and Graduate Cert. in Victimology and SSW Dip, Algonquin College. RP(Qualifying), College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.
Years in practice: 7
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I utilize an integrative and experiential approach adjusted to each individual. A combination of the following approaches is used: Existential-humanistic therapy, Schema therapy, Transactional analysis, Attachment therapy, Relational therapy, Core-life value therapy, Cognitive-emotional therapy, Solution-focused therapy. My approach capitalizes on the strengths and abilities of individuals from all walks of life to access internal and external resources for spawning positive life changes and self-growth. The client, with the alliance of the therapist, can create solutions for the challenging obstacles that life holds, and therapy focuses on individuals’ resilience, values, and skills, via compassion, empathy, active listening, and sensitive services.

Ottawa, Ontario
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Jessica Landry

Ottawa, Ontario

Jessica Landry

MEd in Counselling Psychology, University of Ottawa
Years in practice: 7
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I provide counselling and psychotherapy services to adults (18+) located in the province of Ontario. I work primarily with grief, depression, anxiety and trauma. I use evidence based approaches such as emotionally focused therapy, person-centered therapy, CBT, and mindfulness interventions. My goal is to create a safe space for clients to openly express themselves, and engage in a collaborative process toward healing and growth.

Ottawa, Ontario
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Jaswir Dhillon

Ottawa, Ontario

Jaswir Dhillon

MA in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University
Years in practice: 7
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I am a holistic and integrative therapist, concerned with the overall long-term physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being of my clients. I work with clients who experience depression, anxiety, intergenerational trauma, complex trauma, relationship difficulties, grief, low self-esteem, life transitions, family of origin conflict and other issues using a culturally-sensitive perspective in a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment.

I use an evidence-based and integrative therapeutic approach, and I draw on elements of mindfulness, psychodynamic, experiential, emotion-focused, somatic and cognitive behavioural therapeutic modalities to develop a treatment plan that is tailored to your specific needs.

Ottawa, Ontario
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Hannah McGechie

Ottawa, Ontario

Hannah McGechie

MSW, Carleton University
Years in practice: 15
Offers:  Remote Therapy

My approach to therapy is grounded in social justice and anti-oppression, and guided by narrative frameworks. I believe our lives are shaped by the stories we and others tell us about who we are. When we decide to come to therapy, it’s often because stories about problems (and about how WE are a problem) are dominating our lives. My role is to help you examine these stories and your relationship to them, and to explore, create, and sometimes change the stories in your life.

Ottawa, Ontario
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Keylan Musto

Ottawa, Ontario

Keylan Musto

MEd in Counselling Psychology, University of Ottawa
Years in practice: 6
Offers:  Remote Therapy

I am a neurodiversity affirming therapist and counsellor specializing in ADHD and Level 1 Autism. As someone who came to understand my own neurodiversity in my 20s, I am familiar with the unique trials and tribulations that arise throughout the lives of neurodivergent people (in addition to the often exceptional capabilities that can be hugely advantageous in many facets of life). I take an eclectic approach to therapy, informed by Person-Centered Therapy, Parts Integration, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to address challenges relating to procrastination, avoidance, general and social anxiety, depression, screen addictions, traumatic brain injury, and men’s mental health.

Ottawa, Ontario
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