Therapists in Ottawa

Jessica Landry
Jessica Landry
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.

Jeff Hedderson
Jeff Hedderson
My personal approach to counselling and therapy is that I am not an expert on you – you are – I am there to partner with you in meeting your goals. Theoretical approaches I use in my work include: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Person-centered therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Solution-focused therapy, Narrative therapy, and Collaborative problem solving.

Tara Smith
Tara Smith
Hello, My name is Tara. I am honoured to provide a nonjudgmental, nonbiased healing space. I believe the magic in therapy happens in the sacred bond of the therapeutic relationship. I walk alongside you and help you achieve your mental health and wellness goals.

Andrew Tuan Vu
Andrew Tuan Vu
My approach to therapy is called “Levelling Up”: identify strengths and weaknesses, identify lagging skills, and practice lagging skills in a safe and controlled way.
Tools I use: Therapeutic relationship, trauma-informed care, culturally competent counselling, Strengths-based work, Parts Work, Attachment-based work, CBT, Core Beliefs Work, Alexithymia exercises, Sensory profile, Mindfulness, Self-Compassion, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Uncertainty and Confusion tolerance.

Zahra Nafar
Zahra Nafar
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.

Justin Bergamini
Justin Bergamini
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.

Natalie Carrière
Natalie Carrière
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.

Frances Fitzgibbon
Frances Fitzgibbon
Men experience the world a little differently, so your therapy should be too. I provide integrative therapy tailored to your needs in a non-judgemental and shame-free environment. I approach each client with interest and warmth focusing on building resilience and insight. I work with individuals and couples on various issues such as: relationships, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, motivation, emotional regulation (difficulties in experiencing emotions), work pressures and more. Perhaps you just feel misunderstood or stuck? I can help unravel this with you. Reach out to me today, and let’s talk in a free consult about what you need from your therapy.

Mr. Patrick Pretty
Mr. Patrick Pretty
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.

Caitlin Kemmett
Caitlin Kemmett
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.

Mr. Marc Whitehouse
Mr. Marc Whitehouse
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.

Alice Lurie
Alice Lurie
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.

Rim Yassine
Rim Yassine
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.

Noelle Hansen
Noelle Hansen
Fit is everything in therapy, without it you can feel like you’re spinning your wheels wasting time and money, just not getting the results you want from your investment. The men who work well with me prefer someone who is no-nonsense, likes to laugh, swears a lot, and does not take themselves too seriously,. At the same time, I’m down for tackling serious, dark, gnarly issues that you may never have been willing to even say out loud.
I’m also a semi-retired dentist (weird combo, I know), with extensive expertise in chronic pain and serious health issues. I work with pain patients and caregivers to manage the wear and tear that pain and illness has on folks and their families.
Sound like maybe a good fit? Reach out.

Perry Sabourin
Perry Sabourin
At Sabourin Therapy Services you will receive individually tailored psychotherapy or counselling to meet your unique needs. I offer a variety of therapeutic models, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), prolonged exposure (PE), cognitive processing therapy (CPT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and solution-focused therapy (SFT).
Contact
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