Find the right therapist covered by Empire Life insurance in Ottawa.
The fastest way to find a therapist covered by Empire Life insurance in Ottawa. See if a therapist is the right fit before you book with in-depth therapist videos and bios. Then, instantly schedule right in the First Session platform.
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Live in Ottawa? Connect with a Therapist in-person or online.
Licensed Therapists covered by Empire Life based and insured in Ontario. All Therapists on EST timezone unless otherwise noted.

Gwyneth Hodgins

Jola Mecani

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Nicole Lobo

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Shaye Hutchinson

Nicky Lightstone

Fawn MacInnis

Shannon Freud

Divya Gulati
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Mat Dean
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Emily Hiram

Maria Chaplick
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Tanya Lerra

Wendy van Es

C. Nicole MacLeod

Paula Fernández

Margaret Hux

Dale Bricker

Christine Scovell

Steven Gestetner

Daisie Auty

Jacob Emanuel

Stephanie Moncada

Alicia Mandel

Tanya Beattie

Jacob Damelin

Maria Legault

Marie Schoppen

Victoria Gabriele

Samantha Rajchel
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Joe Gentile

Alexa Wolfe

Sonya Salonen Cornies

Andrew Goldstein

Michael Kang

Sheema Khan

Sabrina De Araujo
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Cassandra Myers

Viktoria Vigh
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Lauren Browman

Stephanie Sideris

Brian Baumal

Lauren Robertson

Jacqueline Groves
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Stefan Milosevic
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Amanda Warr
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Kelly Budenz
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Candice Frederick

Halyna Polityka

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Julie Sadhu

Arsalan Ahmad
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Jennifer Rocha

Alanna Kiser

Lea Konforte

Marra Sheldon

Elena Maystruk

Lauren McCarley
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Joy MacKey

Michal Goldstein
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Jupiter Vaughan

Nicholas Balaisis

Mike Stroh

Emily Duggan

Alexandra Kljuseva

Crystal Soares

Lior Papo

Ciara Williams

Kristen Parselias

Alicia Panchal
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Sharon Singh

Jennifer Schofield

Terence To

Alaleh Shakourianfard

Shannon Gagnon
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Ariella Boehm

Grace Johner

Erica Berman

Michelle Mammoliti

Emma Cheuk

Aaron Rousseau

Ting Jiang
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Sarah Jane Di Lorenzo

Kelly Collins
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Bina Persaud

Justin Leung

Sofia Forman

Eda Mucaj
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Nikki Goldman-Stroh

Warren Elardo

Becky Hills

Ahilia Singh Morales
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Elena Serra

Rachel Bennett

Kelsey Rogers

Cayla Townes

Natasha Sandy

Peta Stinson

Nisha Thakkar
Online therapy for you in Ottawa.
Out-of-province licensed Therapists covered by Empire Life insurance and insured to provide online therapy in Ontario. Timezone availability may vary.
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Leo Xinchao Liu

Christy McLeod

Courtney Doherty

Nisha Sangwan

Lydia Azaribe
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Sandra Medina

Mohamad Shabib
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Timothy Lamont
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Vanessa Marie Miller

Anna Loch

Kaitlin Stephens
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Michelle Belitzky

Lauren Kolyn

Cathy-Jo Shortt

Ean Burchell

Diane Brussell
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Jason Bains

Melissa Melnychuk

Sarah Erwin

Andras Lenart

Virlyn Collantes

Samudyatha Hiremagalore
Frequently Asked Questions
First Session Therapists support individuals, couples, and families.
Every First Session Therapist is accredited and insured to provide online and/or in-person therapy in Ottawa.
Over 100 accredited and vetted Therapists are available on the First Session platform. They possess a diverse range of expertise including but not limited to:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- ADHD
- Trauma
- Stress
- Relationships
- Parenting
- PTSD
For a complete list of specialities covered by First Session Therapists, visit our Therapist directory.
Many employer/group benefits and extended insurance plans therapy, but there are some important factors to consider. Your coverage will generally depend on the designation or license of each professional (ex. Registered Social Worker, Registered Clinical Counsellor).
Make sure to check each Therapist's profile page, under Insurance Coverage, to see what designations/coverage they fall under.
If you're unsure about coverage, read our full guide on how to find a therapist covered by insurance in Canada.
At First Session, we believe finding the right fit in a Therapist is the most important factor to feeling better and having a successful outcome from therapy.
Numerous research studies have proven that forming a strong client-Therapist relationship is more important than the type of therapy used.
To help you assess fit, every Therapist listed on First Session has a short introductory video you can watch to get a sense for who they are.
We've also put together a thorough guide to help you find the right Therapist, determine what the different designations mean, and what you should be looking for when assessing fit. Find the guide here.
Currently there are no in-person Therapists available in Ottawa.
However, it’s important to note that whether you pursue online or in-person therapy, the single most important factor is fit and long-term consistency.
Absolutely. We understand that one’s cultural background, age, sexuality, or gender identity can bring unique elements to the process of therapy.
To support every therapy seeker, we actively work to build a highly diverse and inclusive roster of therapists.
For questions or feedback on how we can improve these element of the process, send us a message.
Helping Every Therapy Seeker Find the Right Fit
Compatibility is the most important factor when choosing a therapist. But finding the right fit isn’t easy. First Session takes the time, guesswork, and emotional labour out of that process.
Search a curated Therapist network
Narrow your search to a list of rigorously vetted Therapists you’ll actually consider booking. Because finding a therapist covered by Empire Life insurance shouldn’t involve reading endless generic bios.
Assess for fit before you commit
Decide if a Therapist is the right fit for you before booking with interview videos and in-depth bios. No more switching or re-telling your private feelings and story.
Book directly (and instantly)
Schedule an available session or free consultation right from the First Session platform. No 3rd party intake calls or back and forth emailing required.
Free yourself from the stress of endless searching and switching
We help Canadians find a therapist for their insurance coverage, coast-to-coast.
You deserve more from therapy.
You made the courageous decision to reach your full potential. Find the right therapist to help get you there, and make the most of the time and money you’re investing in yourself.


