Trauma and PTSD therapists in Ottawa, Ontario ON, Canada CA
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Ottawa who provide testing, evidence-based treatment for trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, and related challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress. Compare detailed therapist profiles and connect with a provider that’s right for you.
PTSD/Trauma
Watras Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, BSc
Working with trauma and the impacts it can have on an individual can be a delicate process; our traumas can be so painful and can have a great impact on how we feel, what we do, and who we are. I specialize in working with clients whose behaviours, feelings, and emotions have largely been shaped by the experiences they have had, and I make it clear to all of them that their lives do not have to be shaped by these experiences and that there is so much that can be done to remove the problematic feelings or reactions from their lives. It can be a deep and comprehensive process, but it is incredibly rewarding, both for the client and for me.
5 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Dr. Corinna Elliott
Psychologist, Ph.D., C.Psych.
Dr. Elliott administers Empirically Supported Treatments (EST's) for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Specifically she uses Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Prolonged Exposure, two front-line treatments for PTSD. Dr. Elliott is a registered CPT Provider and has formal training in Prolonged Exposure. She is not currently working with depression, substance use, or personality disorders. She is a Blue Cross provider for veterans and RCMP members.
14 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Nathan Kretzschmar
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Trauma can affect how you feel in your body, relate to others, see yourself, and respond to stress long after the danger has passed. I support clients with PTSD and trauma-related concerns using a paced, trauma-informed approach that emphasizes safety, choice, stabilization, and self-understanding. When appropriate, EMDR and mindfulness-based strategies may be used to support trauma processing.
13 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
First Step Men's Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist, ASAT, EMDR
We work with men looking to understand, treat, and heal from trauma (childhood and adult). We have several therapists trained in trauma-models and are trauma-informed.
5 Years Experience
In-Person in Ottawa, ON K2P 0G8
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario
PTSD/Trauma
Semra Lamky, Emotional Peace Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (RP), Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), MACP, Bsc
As a psychotherapist specializing in trauma and PTSD, I offer a safe and supportive environment for individuals who have experienced distressing or life-altering events. Understanding that trauma can deeply affect emotional well-being, relationships, and daily functioning, I use evidence-based approaches to help clients process painful memories, manage symptoms, and regain a sense of safety and control. My goal is to empower clients to heal from their trauma, build resilience, and reclaim their lives with hope and strength.
3 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Kai DeMaeyer - Talk with Kai - Intimacy and Identity
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP (Qualifying)
Trauma reshapes how the nervous system understands safety, and it doesn't always look like flashbacks. I work with clients carrying complex relational trauma, single-incident PTSD, and the particular weight that accumulates in first responder work, where there's often no space to process what's been witnessed and an expectation to keep moving. Whether the trauma is layered over years or tied to specific events, we work at a pace that doesn't outrun your capacity to stay present.
1 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Dr. Ashwin Mehra
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Trauma and PTSD are addressed using a trauma-informed and culturally congruent approach to facilitate trauma recovery and growth, aimed at transitioning from surviving to flourishing.
13 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Tanya Beach
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP (Qualifying)
As an attachment therapist, I believe early trauma often originates within our family of origin, where unmet emotional, physical, or psychological needs may have left lasting imprints. These unmet needs—whether they involve a lack of nurturing, emotional attunement, or consistent support—can deeply affect our sense of security and shape how we view ourselves and others. Over time, these early experiences can contribute to feelings of insecurity, low self-worth, and difficulty forming healthy relationships. By addressing these foundational wounds, we can begin to heal the parts of ourselves that still carry the pain of our early unmet needs and work toward developing a stronger, more secure sense of self. Book a free 15-minute consultation with me to see if I’m the right fit for you.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Ottawa, ON
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario
PTSD/Trauma
Ryan Bittinger
Pre-Licensed Professional, Registered Psychotherapist (Q), DPsychotherapy, LPCC, CAS
Traumatic experiences (yes including the one you are thinking isn't *that* traumatic right now) hurt and change us in unique ways. Working through what we have experienced and making sense of how it continues to impact us in the present can allow us to take care of ourselves and be compassionate when the way we've been impacted shows up in ways we wish it wouldn't. We can also use these opportunities to lean into the possibility of post-traumatic growth - that moment when we realize that, after healing, we are stronger than ever.
11 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Sarah Bickle
Registered Psychotherapist, MPsy., R.P.
Healing from trauma is a complex and deeply personal process, but you don’t have to do it alone. My trauma-informed approach uses a combination of techniques such as EMDR, somatic work, and parts work to help you process and release traumatic memories, and re-establish a sense of safety and control. Whether you’re dealing with sexual trauma, PTSD, or complex trauma, I’ll guide you at your own pace through the journey of healing, helping you reconnect to your body, your emotions, and your life.
6 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Christina Tawdrous
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (qualifying)
Trauma can leave lasting effects, but healing is possible. I provide a trauma-informed approach to help you process and move forward, empowering you to regain a sense of safety and control.
3 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Lauren Kalvari
Registered Social Worker, PhD, MSW, RSW
Trauma and PTSD can affect emotional regulation, relationships, identity, physical well-being, and the ability to feel safe in the world. I provide trauma-informed virtual psychotherapy and trauma therapy for adults experiencing overwhelming emotional states, dissociation, grief, chronic stress, complex trauma, and the lasting impact of difficult life experiences. I recognize that trauma is always experienced within a cultural and relational context, and that broader social worlds shape how people make meaning of suffering, safety, identity, and healing.
34 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Ashley Berger
Registered Psychotherapist, BEd, MACP, RP
I carry a deep passion for working with clients struggling with trauma and complex PTSD. Trauma changes one’s brain and body, often making it extremely difficult to function. In therapy, we will work to re-map your emotions, brain and body, to help you connect with yourself and the present moment. While it takes time, patience and practice, trauma is treatable, and I am very passionate to support you through the process. Book a free 15-minute consultation to see if I am the proper fit for your journey.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Ottawa, ON
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario
PTSD/Trauma
Malika Chandra
Registered Psychotherapist, MPS, RP (Qualifying)
As a trauma-informed therapist, I understand that healing is possible, even when it feels out of reach. Symptoms like flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, or emotional numbness can be incredibly challenging, but they're also your mind's way of trying to protect you. In therapy, we work at your pace to process these experiences safely. Together, we can work on processing difficult memories and developing resilience. Call today to begin your journey.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Ottawa, ON
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario
PTSD/Trauma
Lindsay Milligan
Counsellor/Therapist, MACP, MST, C.C.C.
Experience with clients struggling with trauma and PTSD
4 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Jaswir Dhillon
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Trauma can affect the way you experience yourself, your relationships, and the world around you. Whether your experiences stem from childhood trauma, difficult relationships, a single overwhelming event, or ongoing adversity, you may find yourself feeling stuck in patterns of anxiety, emotional overwhelm, hypervigilance, or disconnection. I offer a compassionate space to explore the impact of these experiences and the ways they continue to shape your life. Together, we'll work to process trauma, build resilience, and create a greater sense of safety, connection, and well-being.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Ottawa, ON K2G 3H7
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario
PTSD/Trauma
Halyna Polityka
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd
Our bodies and emotional selves hang on to past pain to protect us. Let's gain more understanding of our pain and heal it so our alert systems can be updated to work better in the present.
10 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
North Star Therapy-- Cleo Haber
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
If you have experienced trauma, you may be living with normal but unwanted emotional and physical effects of trauma. Are you experiencing panic attacks, anxiety, depression or feelings of shame, fear or anger? Perhaps your sleep is disrupted, or you feel disconnected from your body at times. Psychotherapy can be an effective way to heal from trauma. We will work with you – at your own pace - to make new meaning from past experiences, while teaching you strategies to stay grounded and feel safer in your mind and body. We use trauma-informed approaches to help you feel less overwhelmed, and create safety in the present.
25 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Delphine Amer
Registered Psychotherapist, M.Sc., Registered Psychotherapist
Trauma can change our lives and drive our behaviours and reactions. When something traumatic happens to us, our entire body is affected; not only psychologically, but physiologically too. The good news is that the symptoms of PTSD and the resulting problems from trauma ca be radically improved. I am a trained certified clinical trauma professional (CCTP). Together, we will explore EMDR, mindfulness techniques, grounding and relaxation. I will also teach you CBT strategies for identifying cognitive distortions, rules and assumptions and core beliefs that drive our reactions to trauma. Congratulations on taking the first step on your healing journey.
12 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Masood Suliman
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
My practice targets the treatment of Trauma and PTSD utilizing empirically supported clinical modalities such as EMDR. Treatment is highly structured, focusing on systematically reprocessing maladaptive traumatic memories and reducing physiological reactivity. The objective is to support measurable neurological adaptation and symptom management.
4 Years Experience
In-Person in Ottawa, ON K1Y 1T8
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.
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada average 11 years of experience and charge around $172 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (78%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (59%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (58%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$172
Accept insurance
84%
Offer sliding scale
65%
Gender ID
| 71% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 78% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 59% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 58% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 56% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 51% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 46% | Narrative Therapy |
| 44% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 61% | Teen |
| 59% | Senior |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 59% | Women |
| 52% | Men |
| 47% | LGBTQ+ |
| 32% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 30% | Christian |