OCD therapists in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan SK, Canada CA
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OCD
Shauna Switzer, MCP, MA RP
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MCP, Registered Psychotherapist
OCD can involve intrusive thoughts, compulsive behaviours, anxiety, and patterns that interfere with daily life. Therapy helps individuals better understand OCD, reduce distress, and develop effective strategies to manage symptoms and regain a greater sense of control and freedom.
26 Years Experience
Online in Saskatoon, SK Saskatchewan
OCD
Sanofer Ansari
Licensed Mental Health Counsellor, MACP
Approach: CBT-informed support with referral for specialized ERP when indicated.
I help clients understand the relationship between intrusive thoughts, anxiety, avoidance, and compulsive behaviours. Because Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is a specialized evidence-based treatment for OCD, I would refer or collaborate with an appropriately trained clinician when ERP is required
7 Years Experience
Online in Saskatoon, SK Saskatchewan
OCD
Marjan Emami
Counsellor/Therapist, MD, RTC #3608, MPCC-Provisional #4797, ACTA #3122
OCD is a way of coping with deep anxiety and a need for control in a world that has felt unsafe. These patterns often develop early, when a sense of safety or emotional connection was missing, leading the mind to create order as a way to manage overwhelming internal experiences. In my work, we explore the underlying roots of these patterns with curiosity and compassion, rather than judgment.
2 Years Experience
Online in Saskatoon, SK Saskatchewan (Online Only)
OCD
Daniel Klassen
Psychologist, Provisional, (P7619) with CAP in Alberta & Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC 19147) with BCACC, for elsewhere in Canada
Living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can be profoundly distressing. It involves persistent, intrusive thoughts—often unwanted and anxiety-inducing—that drive individuals to perform repetitive behaviors or mental rituals in an attempt to relieve the discomfort. While these compulsions may offer temporary relief, they ultimately reinforce a cycle of obsessive thinking and compulsive action, deepening the distress over time.
The fear behind OCD can feel overwhelming, even paralyzing—anchored in the belief that if these rituals aren’t completed, something terrible might happen. What makes it even more challenging is that individuals with OCD are often aware that their thoughts and behaviors are irrational or excessive, yet still feel powerless to stop them. This internal conflict can lead to intense emotional exhaustion and a diminished sense of control.
Therapeutic approaches such as Narrative Therapy (NT) can help individuals explore and reframe their experiences, while mindfulness practices and targeted lifestyle changes support the management of anxiety and obsessive thinking. Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy may also be used to uncover and heal the deeper emotional wounds or internal conflicts that give rise to compulsive patterns.
Every person’s experience with OCD is unique, and there is no one-size-fits-all solution. However, with an integrative, evidence-based approach tailored to the individual, it is possible to significantly reduce—and in some cases, eliminate—symptoms, empowering individuals to reclaim a sense of peace, agency, and stability in their lives.
7 Years Experience
Online in Saskatoon, SK Saskatchewan
OCD
Colleen Collins
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, C.C.C., Msc, MA
Using an Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) approach, I help people reduce anxiety, symptoms, and compulsions.
4 Years Experience
Online in Saskatoon, SK Saskatchewan (Online Only)
Saskatoon is Saskatchewan's largest city and an emerging hub for agriculture technology, mining, and biotechnology — sectors that shape a therapy landscape distinct from more diversified Canadian metros. The city has a significant Indigenous population, with First Nations and Métis residents comprising a larger proportion of urban residents than in most Canadian cities outside Winnipeg, and therapists offering trauma-informed, culturally grounded care — including work on intergenerational trauma from residential schools — are an especially important part of the local mental health landscape. Saskatchewan Health Authority provides public mental health services, while the University of Saskatchewan's psychology programs supply clinical training to the local community. Saskatoon's cold winters and geographic isolation contribute to seasonal mood challenges that therapists here address as a recurring clinical priority.
OCD therapists in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada Statistics
OCD therapists in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada average 10 years of experience and charge around $152 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (79%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (61%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (58%).
Average years in practice
10 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$152
Accept insurance
79%
Offer sliding scale
48%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 67% |
In Person and Online |
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| 33% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 79% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 61% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 58% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 58% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 58% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 55% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 52% | Narrative Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 82% | Young Adult |
| 73% | Senior |
| 70% | Teen |
| 33% | Children |
Client Focus
| 64% | Women |
| 52% | Men |
| 45% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 36% | Christian |