Impulse Control Disorders therapists in Ottawa, ON
Browse Impulse Control Disorders therapists in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Nathan Kretzschmar
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Struggling with impulses can create cycles of shame, regret, secrecy, or feeling out of control. Therapy can help you slow down the space between urge and action, understand what triggers certain behaviours, and build skills for emotional regulation and values-based decision-making. My approach is compassionate, practical, and focused on helping you regain a sense of choice.
13 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON (Online Only)
Watras Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, BSc
Impulses take many shapes and forms and oftentimes, can make an individual feel so powerless and frustrated with why they may feel or behave the way that they do. We may ask ourselves "why do I want to do this" or "why do I do this", and answering these questions is the first step in treatment. I take a proactive approach in creating a treatment protocol for clients with impulse control issues to aid them in alleviating the problematic behaviour(s).
5 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON (Online Only)
Lauren Fiamelli
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
It can be distressing feeling as though you cannot control certain impulses and behaviours. And I understand the negative consequences these disorders can have in a person’s life. I can help you learn strategies to manage these impulses to improve your quality of life.
6 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON
The Cohen Clinic
Psychologist, Psy.D.
At The Cohen Clinic, we recognize the difficulties that accompany impulse control disorders. Your clinician will work with you to identify areas in which you require support and help you identify adaptive coping mechanisms to utilize when struggling.
14 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON (Online Only)
Maria Christopoulos
Registered Psychotherapist, M.A., M.Sc., RP
Impulsive behaviours can sometimes have a negative (sometimes long lasting impact). Utilizing Behavioural techniques and working to control these impulsive behaviours can lead to better decision making and positive and healthy habits.
10 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON
Ottawa's identity as Canada's capital and a major hub for the federal public service creates a therapy landscape shaped by the particular stresses of government work — including bureaucratic frustration, political exposure, and the weight of careers lived in proximity to national policy decisions. The city's large bilingual population means both French- and English-speaking therapists are essential, with many practitioners offering services in both official languages. The Ottawa Hospital and Montfort Hospital provide institutional mental health resources alongside a private practice community serving the Glebe, Westboro, and Barrhaven areas. Ottawa's significant visible minority communities — including large Lebanese, Chinese, and Somali populations — drive growing demand for culturally affirming and multilingual therapists.
Impulse Control Disorders therapists in Ottawa, ON Statistics
Impulse Control Disorders therapists in Ottawa, ON average 12 years of experience and charge around $169 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (90%), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (77%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (71%).
Average years in practice
12 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$169
Accept insurance
83%
Offer sliding scale
77%
Gender ID
| 61% |
Female |
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| 33% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 40% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 90% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 77% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 71% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 58% | Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) |
| 58% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 56% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 52% | Narrative Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 77% | Teen |
| 69% | Senior |
| 69% | Young Adult |
| 33% | Children |
Client Focus
| 73% | Men |
| 71% | LGBTQ+ |
| 67% | Women |
| 56% | Christian |
| 56% | Persons with Disabilities |