At Nuvista Mental Health, we provide professional, caring, and personalized therapy for children and their families in Ottawa. Whether your child is struggling with anxiety, behavioral issues, or emotional regulation, our therapists are here to support their growth, resilience, and mental well-being at every stage of development.
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Nuvista Mental Health offers expert support in Toronto, helping you overcome challenges with trusted, compassionate care. Your path to a brighter future starts here.
Childhood is filled with change; sometimes, those changes come with emotional challenges. Our child therapy services can help with:
Whether your child is navigating a stressful event or facing long-term challenges, our therapists create a safe space for them to be heard, understood, and supported.
We use a developmentally appropriate, family-centered model combining clinical expertise and compassionate care.
We begin by meeting with you and your child to understand their unique strengths, challenges, and emotional world.
Based on the intake, we develop a personalized therapy plan using evidence-based methods such as play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and emotional regulation strategies.
Your child will attend one-on-one sessions with a therapist trained in child development and mental health, using age-appropriate activities and tools.
We provide regular updates, guidance, and parenting strategies to help you reinforce progress and feel supported at home. Our approach isn’t just about managing symptoms; it’s about helping your child build the confidence, emotional awareness, and coping skills they need to thrive.
At Nuvista, we recognize that every child is different, and so is every family. Our Ottawa-based therapists offer a warm, welcoming space where your child can feel safe expressing themselves and your concerns as a parent are truly heard.
Our clinicians are trained in child development and child-specific therapy models, ensuring your child receives the proper support at the right time.
We believe parents and caregivers are essential to a child’s healing process. You’ll be involved every step of the way.
We use proven methods for children, including play-based interventions, CBT, and mindfulness tools.
With in-person and virtual therapy available in Ottawa, you’ll have convenient access to care that fits your family’s schedule.
Complete our online intake form so we can learn more about you.
We’ll provide therapist options matched to your challenges and
goals.
Schedule your first appointment with your matched therapist*.
Each child’s therapy journey is different. Some begin to open up immediately, while others take time to build trust, and that’s okay. What matters is creating a supportive space where your child feels seen, heard, and accepted. We work at your child’s pace, tailoring sessions to their comfort level and interests while helping them gain practical tools to manage emotions, relationships, and challenges better.
If your child is struggling, and you’re unsure where to start, we’re here to help. Our team in Ottawa, Ontario, will work closely with your family to provide care that feels right for your child and you. Schedule your free 20-minute consultation today and take the first step toward building emotional resilience and confidence in your child.
We offer therapy for children ages four and up, with age-appropriate techniques based on your child’s developmental stage.
In some cases, yes. Depending on your child’s needs, we may involve parents or caregivers in sessions to support progress at home.
We use play therapy, CBT, emotion coaching, mindfulness strategies, and other evidence-based tools tailored to your child’s needs.
Absolutely. Many children come to us with academic stress, difficulty focusing, or social concerns related to school. We work on skills that translate into real-world environments.
Many insurance plans cover child therapy services. We’re happy to help you check your benefits and explore flexible payment options.
440 Laurier Ave W Suite 200
Ottawa, Ontario K1R 7X6
As a private clinic, we’re unable to handle emergency situations. If you are in crisis, please call your local mental health support line, 911 or attend your nearest emergency department.
In Ontario call Connex Ontario Health Services Information at 1 866-531-2600
In Nova Scotia you can reach the Mental Health Mobile Crisis Team at 1-888-429-8167 (Toll Free).
In New Brunswick call Chimo Helpline at
1-800-667-5005
General Connex call Ontario Helpline at 1-866-531-2600
The Canada Suicide Prevention Service is available 24/7, 365 days a year. You can reach them by calling
1-833-456-4566.
