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Best Clinical Social Workers in Nepean, ON (2026)

19 clinical social workers ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Nepean: Amanda Rocheleau, MSW, RSW Counselling & Consulting, RP Score 68/100; 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

  2. 15

    Most-reviewed: Spark Lifecare, 59 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 19 ranked; ranked #15.

Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

19 Nepean clinical social workers are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 11 open Saturdays and 6 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 19 rated practices.

Most of this list also appears on the Clinical social workers in Ottawa ranking. See Clinical social workers in Ottawa

Top 10 clinical social workers in Nepean at a glance

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

Top 10 clinical social workers in Nepean at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Amanda Rocheleau, MSW, RSW Counselling & Consulting685.0★ (4)Ottawa, 11 km away—Overall
2Rise Anxiety & Depression Psychology Clinic Ottawa665.0★ (55)Ottawa, 5 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Men & Healing: Psychotherapy for Men663.2★ (9)NepeanSat · Sun · Evenings—
4First Step Men's Therapy624.6★ (10)Ottawa, 9 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Capital Choice Counselling624.0★ (16)Ottawa, 9 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Growing Minds Counseling & Wellness625.0★ (49)Clarence-Rockland, 23 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Ottawa River Integrative Mental Health614.8★ (22)Ottawa, 8 km awaySat · Evenings—
8WESTBORO PSYCHOLOGY | Ottawa Boutique Therapy est. 2015 | Experienced Psychotherapists604.4★ (20)Ottawa, 7 km awaySat—
9Bridge For Families Wellness Centre604.0★ (4)Kanata, 13 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10MindSpa Mental Health Centre594.7★ (31)Kanata, 14 km awaySat · Evenings—

The 19 best clinical social workers in Nepean, ranked

Ordered by RP Score, a 0–100 score from eight published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

  4. #4 First Step Men's Therapy

    Based in Ottawa, 9 km away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews, 9 km from Nepean.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    359 Kent St Ste 510, Ottawa, ON K2P 0R6
    View profile for First Step Men's Therapy(613) 917-0765

  8. #8 WESTBORO PSYCHOLOGY | Ottawa Boutique Therapy est. 2015 | Experienced Psychotherapists

    Based in Ottawa, 7 km away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.4★ from 20 Google reviews, 7 km from Nepean.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.4★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    385 Danforth Ave, Ottawa, ON K2A 0E1
    View profile for WESTBORO PSYCHOLOGY | Ottawa Boutique Therapy est. 2015 | Experienced Psychotherapists(613) 563-4492

  9. #9 Bridge For Families Wellness Centre

    Based in Kanata, 13 km away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 10 AM–8 PM · Thu–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun 8 AM–12 PM
    Address
    430 Hazeldean Rd Unit 208 and 209, Kanata, ON K2L 1T9
    View profile for Bridge For Families Wellness Centre(613) 325-5525

  10. #10 MindSpa Mental Health Centre

    Based in Kanata, 14 km away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 31 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    320 March Rd Ste 201, Kanata, ON K2K 2E3
    View profile for MindSpa Mental Health Centre(613) 592-1001

  12. #12 The Balanced Practice

    Based in Ottawa, 7 km away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews, 7 km from Nepean.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–7:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2211 Riverside Dr. #104, Ottawa, ON K1H 7X5
    View profile for The Balanced Practice(613) 695-0306

  13. #13 Family-Therapy™

    Based in Ottawa, 14 km away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 10 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    4019 Carling Ave #202, Ottawa, ON K2K 2A3
    View profile for Family-Therapy™(613) 287-3799

  14. #14 Therapy with Celina - Couple and Individual Therapy

    Based in Ottawa, 1 km away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, 1 km from Nepean.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 8 AM–3 PM · Wed 12 PM–6:30 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    35B Antares Dr, Ottawa, ON K2E 8B1
    View profile for Therapy with Celina - Couple and Individual Therapy(873) 353-7791

  15. #15 Spark Lifecare

    Based in Ottawa, 9 km away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.5★ from 59 Google reviews, 9 km from Nepean.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 59 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    10 Florence St, Ottawa, ON K2P 0W7
    View profile for Spark Lifecare(613) 290-9709

  17. #17 SMK Counselling

    Based in Nepean

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, based in Nepean.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for SMK Counselling(613) 402-8164

  19. #19 Holistic Wellness Therapies

    Based in Ottawa, 21 km away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–9 PM · Fri 9 AM–1:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2451 St Joseph Blvd suite 212, Ottawa, ON K1C 1E9
    View profile for Holistic Wellness Therapies(613) 404-8317

How we ranked Nepean clinical social workers

We scored 19 Nepean clinical social workers on eight factors, weighted as shown. A practice is ranked when its specialty is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RP Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Nepean data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume5%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the listMeasured
Recency5%Share of Google reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availabilityMeasured
Specialty focus25%How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity15%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured

How to choose a clinical social worker

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure clinical social work is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Check the license with the state social work board or provincial college that issued it.
  4. Ask about fees, insurance and the cancellation policy before the first session. In the US, if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you can ask for a good faith estimate of expected charges.
  5. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  6. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask a clinical social worker

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How much of your work is clinical social work?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • What do you charge per session, and do you take my insurance or provide a superbill?
  • Do you offer online sessions?
  • What is your cancellation policy?
  • What do you keep confidential, and when would you have to share information?

Terms explained

PhD / PsyD
Doctoral degrees in psychology. A PhD usually has a stronger research focus, a PsyD a stronger clinical focus; both can lead to a psychologist license.
Licensed psychologist
A person licensed by a state or provincial psychology board to practice psychology. The title is protected by law.
Psychological associate
In some states and provinces, a master’s-level practitioner licensed or registered by the psychology board, often with supervision requirements.
LPC / LMHC / LCPC
US licenses for professional or mental health counselors (the name differs by state). They provide counseling and therapy.
LCSW
Licensed clinical social worker: a master’s-level social worker licensed to provide therapy.
LMFT
Licensed marriage and family therapist: licensed to treat individuals, couples and families with a focus on relationships.
RP / RCC
Registered psychotherapist (Ontario) and registered clinical counsellor (British Columbia): Canadian titles for licensed therapy providers.
PSYPACT
An interstate agreement that lets psychologists licensed in a member state provide telepsychology to clients in other member states once they hold the required authorization.
Telehealth
Sessions held by secure video or phone instead of in person. The provider generally needs to be licensed where the client is located.
CBT
Cognitive behavioral therapy: a structured talk therapy that works on the links between thoughts, feelings and behavior.
DBT
Dialectical behavior therapy: a form of CBT that teaches skills for managing intense emotions and relationships.
ERP
Exposure and response prevention: a form of CBT used for OCD.

Clinical social workers in Nepean: frequently asked questions

Who is the best clinical social worker in Nepean?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked clinical social worker in Nepean, ON is Amanda Rocheleau, MSW, RSW Counselling & Consulting with an RP Score of 68/100. It has 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews. Rise Anxiety & Depression Psychology Clinic Ottawa (#2) and Men & Healing: Psychotherapy for Men (#3) follow. We ranked 19 clinical social workers on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many clinical social workers are there in Nepean?

RankedPsychologists ranks 19 clinical social workers serving Nepean, ON. 2 of them are based in Nepean; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of November 2026.

What should I do if I need help right now?

In crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988 (US and Canada), any time. In an emergency, call 911. This site cannot help in an emergency.

Which clinical social workers in Nepean work on weekends?

11 of 19 ranked clinical social workers post Saturday hours and 6 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Rise Anxiety & Depression Psychology Clinic Ottawa (#2), Men & Healing: Psychotherapy for Men (#3) and First Step Men's Therapy (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Nepean clinical social workers have?

The median Google rating among 19 rated clinical social workers in Nepean is 4.8★, with a median of 12 reviews. Spark Lifecare has the most, 59 reviews, and ranks #15. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank clinical social workers?

Each clinical social worker gets a 0–100 RP Score from eight published factors, led by reputation (25%), specialty focus (25%), proximity (15%) and availability (10%). A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only practices with a confirmed specialty and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do clinical social workers outside Nepean count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 64 km of the Nepean city centre, our service radius for clinical social workers. Each listing shows where the practice is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 15% of the RP Score, so a nearby practice gets a small edge.

Can clinical social workers pay to rank higher on RankedPsychologists?

No. The RP Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured practices may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.

How are clinical social workers in Nepean ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on clinical social work and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

Can a social worker provide therapy?

Yes, when licensed for it. In the US a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW, or LICSW in some states) holds a master’s degree in social work, has completed supervised clinical practice and passed a licensing exam. In Canada, registered social workers are regulated by provincial colleges. They provide talk therapy for many of the same concerns as counselors and psychologists.

Can I see a clinical social worker online?

Often, yes. Licensing generally follows where you are during the session, so the provider needs to be licensed or authorized there. In the US, psychologists in PSYPACT member states can offer telepsychology to clients in other member states; counselors and social workers have their own rules. In Canada, ask whether the provider is registered in your province.

What if I need help right now?

Do not wait for a consultation. Call or text 988 (US and Canada) if you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, at any time. In an emergency, call 911.

Update log for Nepean

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 19 clinical social workers serving Nepean.

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