Social Constructionist therapists in Ottawa, Ontario ON, Canada CA
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Social Constructionist Therapy
Lauren Kalvari
Registered Social Worker, PhD, MSW, RSW
Very little about human experience surprises me anymore — yet people continue to move and inspire me.
I am deeply open-minded, curious, and grounded in a strong sense of relational and community responsibility. My work is shaped by decades of clinical practice and by a lived understanding of complexity, resilience, and care under pressure. I bring steadiness, intuition, and a thoughtful sense of humour into the therapeutic space, creating an environment where people can feel safe enough to speak honestly and begin to heal.
I am also attentive to the spiritual, cultural, and meaning-making dimensions of people's lives, including experiences of spiritual or religious harm, loss of community, and the search to rebuild identity after trauma. Therapy is not about fixing what is broken, but about creating space for integration, dignity, safety, and renewed choice.
Professionally, I have worked within provincial mental health and welfare systems and continue to support charitable and community-based initiatives focused on intimate partner violence. I have also been involved in a federally funded research project examining coercive control and the challenges faced by culturally insular communities, work that informs my clinical and supervisory practice.
My therapeutic approach is integrative, relational and responsive to each person's inner world and culture. I draw primarily from psychodynamic and relational traditions, alongside somatic and trauma-informed approaches, adapting therapy to the pace, needs and lived experience of the individual. This includes support for individuals affected by intimate partner violence, spiritual abuse, and trauma within religious or culturally insular communities.
34 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Social Constructionist Therapy
Durham Psychotherapy (In-person + Direct Billing Available)
Registered Social Worker, MSW,RSW
You don’t have to figure this out alone. At Durham Psychotherapy, a diverse team of licensed clinicians offers warm, evidence-based care for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, ADHD, OCD, grief and more. We make getting started simple: free 15-minute consults, fast matching to the right therapist, evenings/Saturdays, and direct billing where plans allow. Sessions are online across Ontario with in-person by request in Durham. Tell us what’s hardest right now—we’ll map a clear next step you can use this week.
16 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario
Social Constructionist Therapy
Malik Smith
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BA, RSW
Do you feel overwhelmed by your emotions, trapped in cycles of unhealthy behaviours, or the impacts of past trauma? Do your emotions lead you to engage in patterns you wish you could break? I can understand these feelings of overwhelm, anxiety, and what seems to be uncontrollable, and I'm here to make them easier. If you are looking for clarity on why you feel this way and want to regain a sense of control or stability, now might be the time to reach out to a therapist who can help. Understanding your emotional and behavioural patterns is the first step toward change, and I am here to guide you through this process.
With over 7 years specializing in anxiety, depression, addiction, and trauma, I have developed an understanding of how these issues can intertwine and complicate one's life. Together, we will explore the roots of your struggles, providing you with the knowledge and strategies to not only cope but thrive. Whether it's managing emotions, overcoming addictive behaviours, or healing from emotional pain, my goal is to empower you with the awareness and resources to move forward confidently. Reach out to discuss how I can support you.
9 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario
Social Constructionist Therapy
Shane Smyth
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, OACCPP
I specialise in couples therapy. I love helping couples improve their relationship by increasing their ability to communicate openly and lovingly. I am trained in Gottman Couples Therapy to Level 3 and am a Certified Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist. I have also completed several sex therapy intensive trainings. I have over 15 years helping couples. Sexuality and desire discrepancies are something that I enjoy working it as this often becomes a shut down topic for couples. I try to make therapy as accessible and easy going as possible. I believe that everyone has the right to have a rich and meaningful life and through therapy I hope to provide clients with the space and skills to access their own inner resources as well as build meaningful relationships.
19 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Social Constructionist Therapy
Sherine Chacko
Registered Social Worker, MSW,RSW
Hi, I’m Sherine Chacko, a Registered Social Worker with over 16 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through emotional, relational, and life challenges.
I often work with clients who look like they are managing on the outside but feel overwhelmed internally. You may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship stress, emotional reactivity, lack of motivation, or a sense of disconnection from yourself. You may be seeking coping strategies, but also wanting to understand yourself more deeply.
My goal is to create a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental space where you can speak openly, feel understood, and begin making meaningful changes. I believe therapy works best when it is collaborative. I do not see my role as doing the work for you, but as walking alongside you as you develop insight, confidence, emotional clarity, and practical tools for your life.
I also believe that no person exists in isolation. Your relationships, culture, values, faith, family history, and life experiences all matter. In therapy, we will consider the full context of who you are — not just your symptoms.
17 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario
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.
Social Constructionist Therapy therapists in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Statistics
Social Constructionist Therapy therapists in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada average 16 years of experience and charge around $150 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (90%), Depression (80%), and Trauma and PTSD (80%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$150
Accept insurance
80%
Offer sliding scale
70%
Gender ID
| 53% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 8% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 40% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 90% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 80% | Depression |
| 80% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 70% | Women's Issues |
| 70% | Loss or Grief |
| 70% | Social Anxiety |
| 70% | Anger Management |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 80% | Senior |
| 70% | Teen |
| 60% | Young Adult |
| 30% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | Women |
| 90% | Men |
| 80% | Black / African American |
| 80% | LGBTQ+ |
| 70% | Middle Eastern |