In-Person in Ottawa, ON K2E 0A1
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Newfoundland And Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
True healing begins in a space where you feel safe, seen, and understood. I believe that when we are fully heard and accepted, we can begin to explore our experiences, uncover patterns that may have once kept us safe, and reconnect with our authentic selves. Together, we’ll explore the roots of your struggles, work through challenges with compassion, and foster lasting growth that ripples into your everyday life.
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Jewish, Men, Women clients.
Languages: English, Hebrew, French
Treatment Approach
- Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) Builds skills in self-kindness and compassion toward others. It is especially helpful for people who struggle with shame or self-criticism.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Existential / Humanistic Therapy Encourages people to explore meaning, freedom, and authenticity in their lives. It focuses on personal growth and living in alignment with one’s values.
- Gestalt Therapy Encourages awareness of thoughts, feelings, and actions in the present moment. It helps people integrate different parts of themselves for wholeness.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Psychodynamic Therapy Explores unconscious thoughts and patterns that influence current behavior. It builds insight into how the past impacts the present.
- Relational Psychotherapy Emphasizes the healing power of the therapist-client relationship. It uses trust and safety as a foundation for change.
Approach Description: My approach is relational and attachment-based, integrating elements of psychodynamic, parts work (IFS), and emotionally-focused (EFIT) therapy. My approach is warm, compassionate, and tailored to your unique story. I would be honored to support you as you reconnect with the parts of yourself that are ready to heal.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee 180
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- I have very limited reduced-rate spots available for clients experiencing financial barriers. Please inquire to see if a space is open.
- Accepts Insurance
- I provide a receipt after each session that you can submit to your insurance for reimbursement. I offer direct billing to select insurance plans such as SSQ, Green Shield - please let me know if this is of interest.
Education & Credentials
Gal Zohar M.Ed., Registered Psychotherapist
- Female
- License # 17985
- Licensed in ON
- Practicing Since 2023
Education: I hold a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from the University of Ottawa, where I developed a strong foundation in understanding human behavior and therapeutic practice. Beyond my formal education, I have completed additional specialized trainings to expand my skills and stay informed.
Gal Zohar Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Ottawa, ON K2E 0A1
- Available Online for residents of Multiple Canadian Provinces Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Newfoundland And Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
I support clients navigating anxiety (including perfectionism, people-pleasing, self-doubt), trauma, attachment wounds, and family / relationship challenges. I’m passionate about helping people heal from their past and make sense of how early experiences continue to shape their lives today.