Loss or Grief therapists in Ottawa, ON
Browse Loss or Grief therapists in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Grief
Barbara Freedman
Pre-Licensed Professional, M.Ed., OAMHP(Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals-2704-G)
Recovery through an experiential means of grieving is essential in that one cannot get over the heartbreak until they allow themselves to feel it. Experiential focused techniques involve fully experiencing our emotions and unmet needs, in effort to transcend this pain. One of my most unique specialties focus on Survivors of Suicide(S.O.S), I am a trained Survivors of Suicide(S.O.S), facilitator who has previously co-facilitated this group, for those who are grieving the loss of a family member or loved one by suicide. One of the complexities of mourning a suicide involves the additional shock of a sudden death, in which the bereaved may not feel they had the chance to ask or say what they needed to. The second tier of this grief involves a violent death. Many mourners suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, particularly if they have discovered the body. This often adds to a sense of sur-realness or not fitting in with the rest of grieving society. The support system of survivors of suicide may be weaker than those afflicted with other types of mourning. Loved ones may pull away due to their own sense of helplessness and discomfort, leaving them with a further sense of isolation and loss. Survivors require guidance regarding how to talk to their children about the manner in which their loved one died. Due to the many complexities of this process, survivors of suicide may get stuck in any particular phase of grief or take much longer to complete them. As a result of all these special challenges, survivors of suicide require enough safety to share their story with others, whom they feel can understand the uniqueness of their pain. This is a particularly special and complicated grieving process which I believe requires the specific training and experience which I offer to clinically assist those who are in this category of mourners.
23 Years Experience
In-Person in Ottawa, ON
Online in Ottawa, ON
Grief
Jessie Erb
Registered Psychotherapist, DPsychotherapy
Loss can be at the core of many personal problems, and working through grief with a professional can be one of the biggest steps towards healing. I have worked with many clients facing loss and together we work towards exploring what has been loss and the complicated emotions that are often associated with this.
12 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON (Online Only)
Grief
Halyna Polityka
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd
An inevitable part of life. Whether it's your first loss or big change or you've had many, it's always a good idea to check-in on it and give yourself time to process and add a few (new) tools to your toolkit.
10 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON (Online Only)
Grief
Rachelle Trudel - *psychothérapeute bilingue*
Registered Psychotherapist, RP/PA, CCC
Have you experienced a significant loss, or multiple losses, recently? Do you want to make sure you're going through your grief process in the healthiest way possible? Do you need emotional support as you grapple with life's uncertainty, unpredictability, and ever-changing nature? I can provide a gentle and compassionate listening ear and sounding board, as well as help you find the direction and supports you're needing now, as the landscape of your life has changed. Things can get better, one day at a time.
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Avez-vous récemment vécu une perte importante, ou plusieurs pertes ? Souhaitez-vous vous assurer de traverser votre deuil de la manière la plus saine possible ? Avez-vous besoin d'un soutien émotionnel pour faire face à l'incertitude, à l'imprévisibilité et à la nature changeante de la vie ? Je peux vous offrir une écoute bienveillante et compatissante, tout en vous aidant à identifier la direction et les soutiens dont vous avez besoin, maintenant que le paysage de votre vie a changé. Les choses peuvent s'améliorer, un jour à la fois.
9 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON (Online Only)
Grief
Jaswir Dhillon
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Grief touches every part of us, it impacts us emotionally, mentally, and physically. It can feel isolating and disorienting, like the world has shifted beneath your feet. I offer a gentle space to hold your pain, honour your loss, and help you find your way through. You don't have to go through this alone, it would be my honour to walk alongside you.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Ottawa, ON K2G 3H7
Online in Ottawa, ON
Grief
Delphine Amer
Registered Psychotherapist, M.Sc., Registered Psychotherapist
Loss and grief can be overwhelming and can sometimes become complex and difficult to manage. If you are finding that your grief is getting the way of being able to enjoy life, being able to manage life and being able to move forward; I want to help you. I employ various cognitive behavioural and emotion focused strategies to enable you to process through grief to ultimately reach a place of acceptance and peace. I employ various strategies, including loss rituals, grief journaling/ letter writing, exploring thought patterns for cognitive distortions and self-compassion strategies for guilt and blame. Congratulations on reaching out to change things.
12 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON (Online Only)
Grief
North Star Therapy-- Cleo Haber
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Grief can be experienced due to a multitude of losses. We often experience grief after the death of a loved one. Other times we have feelings of grief that surface due to ambiguous losses—such as the loss of a stage of life, the loss of not having children; or grief that emerges after a job loss or a move to a new city. Grief is not a problem to be fixed, it is a natural process of life that needs to be experienced—often in community or with a caring other. Therapy can be a safe place to bear witness to these losses and the grief that accompanies them, while honouring your memories, wishes and also creating meaning for the future.
25 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON (Online Only)
Grief
Watras Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, BSc
Grief, loss, and bereavement, whether it is the passing of a loved one, the end of a career, or the falling apart of a relationship are all similar: we are losing or have lost an important part of our lives. Understanding the emotions, feelings, and behaviours we have when we experience grief and bereavement is part of helping us accept what has occurred, why we feel the way that we are feeling, and what is next for us. In working with clients on grief, loss, and bereavement it is important to understand that the way we process these experiences is unique to each person, and the pillar of respect is paramount.
5 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON (Online Only)
Grief
Semra Lamky, Emotional Peace Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (RP), Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), MACP, Bsc
I provide compassionate support to individuals coping with the emotional impact of bereavement, life transitions, and significant losses. Grief is a deeply personal and often complex process that can affect every aspect of a person's life. In a safe and empathetic space, I help clients process their pain, make sense of their emotions, and find ways to honour their loss while gradually moving toward healing. My approach is gentle, patient, and tailored to each individual's unique experience, recognizing that there is no "right" way to grieve.
3 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON (Online Only)
Grief
Ryan Bittinger
Pre-Licensed Professional, Registered Psychotherapist (Q), DPsychotherapy, LPCC, CAS
Grief and loss have such wide reaching and long lasting effects on all of us. We can be left wondering why we didn't experess our feelings in the ways we were told to or expected to; wondering why the pain has lasted as long as it has; or we may have complicated thoughts and feelings towards those we've lost that make this grief complicated, or perhaps make it feel invisible. How ever you grief is ok - and together we can build an understanding of what grief work looks like for you, and how you can take the experiences you've had and the loved ones you've lost forward in a way that is meaningful to you. Death is not the only form of loss - loss of home, family support, of experiences and relationships we thought could continue are all painful losses that we can explore together.
11 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON (Online Only)
Grief
Christina Tawdrous
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
Grief can be complex and overwhelming. I offer support to help you process your loss, understand your emotions, and find ways to honor your loved one while learning to move forward at your own pace.
3 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON (Online Only)
Grief
Dr. Ashwin Mehra
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Grief and bereavement issues are addressed to enable individuals to process their challenging situations related to loss and learn effective strategies in dealing with loss and bereavement.
13 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON (Online Only)
Grief
Malika Chandra
Registered Psychotherapist, MPS, RP (Qualifying)
Grief and loss can feel overwhelming. It is often not just the loss of what has happened, but also the loss of an envisioned future that needs to be grieved. I have worked with many clients grieving the loss of family members, relationships or their own physical abilities. My experience has made me adept at being able to help you by sitting with you in your grief and slowly helping you process it, so you can reintegrate your loss into your life in a more manageable way. Call today and book a free consultation.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Ottawa, ON
Online in Ottawa, ON
Grief
Beyond Talk Psychotherapy
Licensed Psychoanalyst, RP, CAT, CCC, ATPQ, ACNN
Loss or Grief will be primarily explored through talk therapy. The sessions will focus on talking about emotions and discussing their loss. A narrative approach will be used to explore their perspective of grief.
4 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON (Online Only)
Grief
Ashley Berger
Registered Psychotherapist, BEd, MACP, RP
The process of loss and grieving is extremely difficult. Everyone’s experience of grief, and journey processing grief is unique. As a therapist, I will walk alongside you as we explore your grief, at your pace. No matter which stage of grieving you’re in, I would be honoured to work with you to help you through this difficult process. Book a free 15-minute consultation with me today.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Ottawa, ON
Online in Ottawa, ON
Grief
Lori Ralko
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, M.A., RSW
Loss comes in many forms. Whether you're grieving the loss of a loved one, trying to navigate a painful break-up, or still feeling the effects of losses earlier in life, it can be helpful to have a space to talk about your feelings and not feel so alone with them.
17 Years Experience
In-Person in Ottawa, ON K1P 5G3
Online in Ottawa, ON
Grief
Jane Allen
Psychologist, Master Counselling, BSc. Eng, MBA
Loss or Grief can be a very lonely experience. Others in your life may not know how to support you, may avoid you, or may say unintentionally hurtful things. Healing can come with sharing your grief with others. I have worked with clients who are experiencing painful losses and need to share them with someone who is non-judgmental and compassionate. I guide my clients to look for meaning in their painful experiences.
6 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON (Online Only)
Grief
Nathan Kretzschmar
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Grief is not something to “get over.” It is something we learn to carry, understand, and integrate over time. Whether you are grieving a person, relationship, identity, role, future, or major life change, therapy can offer a space to honour the pain without being alone in it. I support clients in moving through grief with compassion, patience, and meaning.
13 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON (Online Only)
Grief
Dr. Patrick McGrath
Psychologist, O.C., C. Psychologist
Experiencing the loss of a loved one, a relationship, a dream, or a familiar phase of life can fundamentally shake your world. Grief is not a linear process with a neat timeline; it comes in waves, bringing a heavy mix of sadness, anger, confusion, and exhaustion. You don't have to carry that weight in isolation. Using a compassionate, evidence-based approach, we will work collaboratively to create a safe space for your story, honor the depth of your experience, and gently navigate the path toward living alongside your loss with grace and self-compassion.
48 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON (Online Only)
Grief
Aelea Syed
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
My approach to therapy is compassionate and culturally sensitive and I strive to encourage a supportive environment to reach a place of healing and growth. Taking the first step to reaching out can be difficult so I want to thank you for taking this step and beginning this journey towards healing. I hope to support you and make this process as comfortable as I can. Don't hesitate to contact me for a free consultation.
5 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON (Online Only)
Loss or Grief therapists in Ottawa, ON Statistics
Loss or Grief therapists in Ottawa, ON average 12 years of experience and charge around $178 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (76%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (62%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (55%).
Average years in practice
12 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$178
Accept insurance
79%
Offer sliding scale
62%
Gender ID
| 69% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 64% |
In Person and Online |
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| 36% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 76% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 62% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 55% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 52% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 51% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 49% | Narrative Therapy |
| 38% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 66% | Senior |
| 60% | Teen |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 65% | Women |
| 54% | Men |
| 48% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Christian |
| 33% | Persons with Disabilities |