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sex therapy
*The information provided is intended for information purposes only. While every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information, no guarantee can be given that the information is free from error or omission. While we have taken care in selecting the resources and therapists in this list, we cannot accept responsibility for the content published or the reputation of the therapists and resources listed. 

BESTCO (Board of Examiners in Sex Therapy and Counselling in Ontario)
In Ontario, sex therapy is an unregulated health profession. That means that anyone can use the title of Sex Therapist.  Concerned with this, BESTCO was created to certify sex therapists in Ontario.  Its members voluntarily agree to be governed by BESTCO’s core competencies and Code of Ethics. BESTCO also has a complaint process should concerns arise about a member. BESTCO sets out to ensure that its members provide the highest standards of sex therapy in Ontario.  https://bestco.info/sex-therapists-near-you

​Ray Robertson - Certified Sex Therapist - Board of Examiners in Sex Therapy and Counselling Ontario | LinkedIn
613-261-9538

Nancy Smith, MSW, RSW
Ottawa Couple and Family Institute (OCFI)  613-722-5122 x 303

Peggy J. Kleinplatz, PhD | AASECT
Professor, researcher, therapist  613-563-0846
Fiona Macdonell, MA, RP   613-406-4252

Other professionals/services offering sex therapy/counselling:

Dr. Emma Dargie, Ph.D., C.Psych.
Gilmour Psychological Services
613-230-4709

Dr. Caroline Ostiguy, C.Psych.
Gilmour Psychological Services
613-230-4709

Shannon Lawless, RP, RMFT-s
99 Kakulu, Suite 208
613-762-8251
Works with Dr. Kleinplatz’s Optimal Sexual Experiences research project.

Marlene and Bob Neufeld
613-294-9248
2:2 couple therapy re: sexual relationship issues.
Associated with Dr. Kleinplatz’s Optimal Sexual Experiences research team.

Edgewood Health Network; EHN Online
Services focus on addictions and include sex addiction.

Sex Therapy - Centre for Interpersonal Relationships 613-686-6645

The Whitestone Clinic
Offers counselling and psychotherapy for individuals, couples, families and groups. Work with clients facing a wide-range of psychological issues and specialize in helping clients with intimacy disorders such as sex addiction and codependency. (They do not provide care for issues of pedophilia)

Centre for Interpersonal Relationships  613-686-6645

Other Resources: 
TED talk videos by Emily Nagoski, Ester Perel, Helen Fisher
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Websites to help you find local mental health professionals (search by area of specialization): 
https://ottawa-psychologists.org/
https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/therapists/on/ottawa
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