Family-Therapy

Family-Therapy From surviving divorce to overcoming depression, Family-Therapy Ottawa provides a safe space for those seeking professional counselling

Family-Therapy is here to provide you with psychological information to help you through difficult situations.

The "Good Enough" vs. "Perfect" TrapDo you feel like you’re failing even when you’re doing it allMom guilt is a loud, pe...
04/22/2026

The "Good Enough" vs. "Perfect" Trap

Do you feel like you’re failing even when you’re doing it all

Mom guilt is a loud, persistent voice. It tells you that you should be more patient, more present, or more "Pinterest-perfect." This pressure to perform can lead to burnout, irritability, and a constant sense of "not being enough."

We don't aim for perfection here; we aim for sustainable wellness. Let’s work together to quiet the inner critic and help you rediscover the joy in your parenting and in yourself.

Book with Aytar Atakishiyeva RP- Qualifying today

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When was the last time you did something just for your own well-being?For many moms, the answer is "I can't remember." B...
04/22/2026

When was the last time you did something just for your own well-being?

For many moms, the answer is "I can't remember." Between the demands of a new baby, the emotional rollercoaster of raising teenagers, keeping a relationship strong, managing your own anxiety, and not to mention working full time! As Moms we know your needs often fall to the bottom of the list.

At Family-Therapy in Ottawa, we believe that taking care of your mental health is the best gift you can give yourself and your family.

Our experienced psychotherapists provide a warm, welcoming environment to help you navigate the beautiful, messy reality of motherhood.

Ready to prioritize yourself? Let's talk.

In Ottawa we offer in-person & virtual Therapy

Across Ontario and Nova Scotia, we offer virtual sessions

https://ottawafamily-therapy.janeapp.com/

Call us 613 287 3799


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OCD doesn't just steal your peace; it steals your presence.It's hard to enjoy dinner with friends when you're stuck in a...
04/21/2026

OCD doesn't just steal your peace; it steals your presence.

It's hard to enjoy dinner with friends when you're stuck in a mental loop. It’s hard to focus on a new job when you’re paralyzed by a "just right" compulsion. OCD makes you feel like you're watching your life happen from behind a glass wall.

You deserve to be present in your own life. My evidence-based approach is designed to help you move from "managing" symptoms to reclaiming your world.

Aytar Atakishiyeva is accepting new clients in Ontario and in person in Ottawa.

Speak with me in English, Russian, or Azerbaijani.

Click the link in below to start reclaiming your world.

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Compulsions aren't always visible. Sometimes, the hardest work is happening entirely inside your head.You might be:Menta...
04/15/2026

Compulsions aren't always visible. Sometimes, the hardest work is happening entirely inside your head.

You might be:

Mentally reviewing past conversations over and over.

Counting or repeating specific phrases to "prevent" something bad.

Constantly "neutralizing" a bad thought with a good one.

This is Mental Ritualizing, and it is exhausting. It drains your "battery" before the day even begins, leading to profound burnout and brain fog.

Therapy can help you break the cycle of internal rituals so you can finally find some mental stillness.

Book with Aytar Atakishiyeva today

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"I'm just tired." But sometimes, it’s more than physical exhaustion.are you experiencing the following...Irritability: F...
04/15/2026

"I'm just tired." But sometimes, it’s more than physical exhaustion.

are you experiencing the following...

Irritability: Feeling "on edge" or angry instead of "sad."

Apathy: Doing the tasks, but feeling no joy in them.

Brain Fog: Forgetting things or feeling like you're moving through mud.

Isolation: Retreating from friends because the effort to "act happy" is too much.

If you’re "doing it all" but feeling nothing, you deserve support. At Family-Therapy, we offer a steady, grounded presence to help you find your colour again.

Day, evening and weekend appointments.

Book an appointment with Abigail, Alexandra, Aya, Aytar, Melissa, Mariam, or Qudsia.

We understand Moms.

https://ottawafamily-therapy.janeapp.com/

Book a session today.

We have availability for when you are free. In person or virtually.

Did I lock the door? Did I turn off the stove? Did I say something offensive?For someone with OCD, these aren't just pas...
04/12/2026

Did I lock the door? Did I turn off the stove? Did I say something offensive?

For someone with OCD, these aren't just passing thoughts, they are loud, urgent demands for certainty that never feel satisfied. This is the "Doubting Disease." You might spend hours checking, re-reading, or asking for reassurance, only for the doubt to return minutes later.

The pain point isn't a lack of memory; it's a lack of certainty. In our sessions, we work on building your tolerance for uncertainty so you can stop the endless loop and get your time back.

reach out to me today to talk about how therapy can help manage OCD thoughts.

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I work with adults

Healing happens best in the language that feels most like homeIn a diverse community like Ottawa and across Ontario, fin...
04/09/2026

Healing happens best in the language that feels most like home

In a diverse community like Ottawa and across Ontario, finding a therapist who understands your cultural nuances is essential. To ensure nothing is lost in translation, I am proud to offer psychotherapy in:
- English
- Russian (Русский)
- Azerbaijani (Azərbaycan dili)

Express your most complex emotions with someone who speaks your language, literally and culturally. Reach out today to see if we’re a good fit.

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Does it feel like everyone expects 100% from you, but you’re running on 2% battery? 🪫School, social life, sports, future...
04/09/2026

Does it feel like everyone expects 100% from you, but you’re running on 2% battery? 🪫

School, social life, sports, future plans... it’s a lot.
If you feel like you’re:
- Stuck in a loop of overthinking (Anxiety)
- Feeling heavy and "done" with everything (Depression)
- Staring at your homework for hours but can’t start (ADHD/Brain Fog)
..you aren't "lazy," and you aren't failing. You’re just human.

At Family-Therapy our teen therapists offer you a space where you don't have to "perform." No judgment, just a place to figure things out and get your footing back.

We offer in person and virtual appointments for older teens and adults

Ottawa (In-person) & Online (Ontario)
After-school and weekend spots available depending upon the therapist.

You don't have to carry this heavy weight alone.

Family-Therapy
We're here to listen

613 287 3799

info@family-therapy.ca

Have you ever snapped at your kids and then spent the night in a cycle of regret?"Mom rage" is often just a symptom of a...
04/08/2026

Have you ever snapped at your kids and then spent the night in a cycle of regret?

"Mom rage" is often just a symptom of an empty tank. When you are overstimulated, underslept, and unsupported, your nervous system stays in "fight or flight" mode. You aren't a "bad mom"—you are a human being reaching her limit.

I provide a grounded, steady presence to help you:

- Understand your triggers.
- Regulate your nervous system.
- Move from "reacting" to "responding."

We offer weekend and evening appointments to work around your schedule. Work with parenting issues Qudsia, Aytar, Aya or Abigail.

https://ottawafamily-therapy.janeapp.com/

Does your brain feel like it has 50 tabs open, and 3 of them are playing music you can’t find?When you’re managing ADHD,...
04/08/2026

Does your brain feel like it has 50 tabs open, and 3 of them are playing music you can’t find?

When you’re managing ADHD, anxiety, or depression, "simple tasks" aren't simple. They are mountains.

If you feel like you’re constantly running on empty—trapped between the pressure to perform and the weight of your own thoughts—know that "trying harder" isn't the solution. Specialized support is.

Reach out to Family-Therapy and speak with one of our therapists and get the support you need today.

613 287 3799

info@family-therapy.ca

Book online https://ottawafamily-therapy.janeapp.com/

Do you feel like you’re constantly running on empty?Trapped between the pressure to perform and the weight of your own t...
04/08/2026

Do you feel like you’re constantly running on empty?

Trapped between the pressure to perform and the weight of your own thoughts, even simple tasks can start to feel like a mountain. Whether it’s the loop of anxiety, the exhaustion of depression, or the "brain fog" of ADHD, you don’t have to "just push through" anymore.

Aytar Atakishiyeva RP- Qualifying provides a space where you aren’t just managed, you are truly understood. Together, we’ll build a roadmap to help you regain your footing.

Aytar Atakishiyeva RP- Qualifying is accepting new clients in Ontario and in Ottawa for in person appointments
Day, evening, and weekend sessions available
Click the link to book your initial consultation

https://ottawafamily-therapy.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/74

Therapy shouldn’t just be a place to talk about problems; it should be a place where you build the tools to solve them.A...
04/07/2026

Therapy shouldn’t just be a place to talk about problems; it should be a place where you build the tools to solve them.

Aytar Atakishiyeva's approach to psychotherapy is rooted in evidence-based strategies. Whether we are managing the physical symptoms of panic, navigating the complexities of OCD, or addressing health anxiety, my goal is to provide you with a clear roadmap.

We work together to:

Decode your experiences
Develop practical strategies
Create meaningful, long-term change

Stop navigating the storm alone. Let’s stabilize your present so you can build your future.

Talk with Aytar now

https://ottawafamily-therapy.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/74/bio

Address

4019 Carling Avenue, Suite 202
Ottawa, ON
K2K2A3

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 7pm
Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 8:30pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 6:30pm

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+16132873799

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