About Ms. Ortiz

Ms. DIANA ORTIZ

Psychologist et psychotherapist

Online Child Psychologist & Parental Coaching | Montreal, Laval, Gatineau, and more

Ms. Ortiz is a psychologist and psychotherapist specializing in children, pre-teens, adolescents, and families, offering both parent coaching and individual therapy. Ms. Ortiz’s approach is grounded in a holistic understanding of child and adolescent development, taking into account family dynamics, school environment, and peer relationships.

Ms. Ortiz’s interventions focus on understanding what lies beneath observable behaviors. Particular attention is given to the emotional distress and developmental needs behind behavioural manifestations, using a nuanced and respectful clinical perspective. The goal is to help parents and young people better understand the challenges they face, strengthen their sense of competence, and develop practical strategies that support long-term well-being.

Ms. Ortiz’s practice is rooted in a collaborative model in which parents, children or adolescents, and other professionals work together within a safe, structured, and supportive space. This environment encourages reflection, insight, and progress at a pace that respects each individual’s needs.

Clientele

Children, Parents

Languages

French, Spanish

Registration

Quebec

Location

Virtual

Services

Child Psychotherapy (ages 6-13), Parent Consultation (ages 0-17)

Areas of Expertise

Anxiety, Separation anxiety disorder, Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), Social anxiety disorder, Stress, Depression, Low mood, Loss, Grief, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Behavioural difficulties (ex., tantrums, lying), Trauma, Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Peer difficulties, School adaptation, Parental guidance, parental discipline, Parental burnout, Parent-child relationships.

Therapeutic approach

Integrative approach rooted primarily in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), including strategies from third wave approaches (notably acceptance and engagement), as well as elements from developmental approaches, systemic and centered on emotions.

The intervention is adapted to the child, integrating play, development of emotional skills and work with parents as a central lever for change.

Therapeutic stance

Warm, structured, collaborative

Education

BA in Psychology/Universidad Catolica de Colombia, Certificate in psychoeducation intervention/Université de Montréal