Ben Southern

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

6 Endorsed

22 King St S, Unit 103, Waterloo, ON N2J

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We put a lot on ourselves, we try to fit ourselves into boxes or stretch ourselves beyond our limits. Be the perfect person, child, student, sibling, friend, employee, partner, spouse, and the list goes on and on. Sound familiar? It's exhausting isn't it? We're not perfect (we can't be!), and not only that but the world is so complex and hard to deal with! Embracing our contradictions is part of what makes us beautifully human. Let me offer you a reprieve, a chance to unburden yourself and find solace with where you are on your journey through this chaotic world we have.

I'm here to help in any way you need. I can't know that until we have sat down to talk. But here's two things: I will do my best to help identify what is making life not-so-great, and we will work toward a better life for you (or you and your partner). We can't get where we want to go without accurately understanding and accepting where we are.

In addition, if you want tools to help manage anxiety or push through a depressive malaise, we can do that as well. Life isn't easy, and to paraphrase Uncle Iroh: There's no shame in accepting help from those who care. Nobody was born into this world to be alone so let's do this together, shall we?

Call or Email Ben Southern now for a free 15 minute consultation - (226) 407-4172

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Transformation Counselling

22 King St S

Unit 103

Waterloo, ON N2J

(226) 407-4172

I am taking on new clients right now. I have availability Tue, Wed & Fri at Transformation Counselling. 22 King St S, Waterloo ON.

I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Depression

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

Welcome to my psychology today profile. Take a rest, have a sip of tea and relax, I hope we get along.

Let's Connect (226) 407-4172

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Transformation Counselling

22 King St S

Unit 103

Waterloo, ON N2J

(226) 407-4172

I am taking on new clients right now. I have availability Tue, Wed & Fri at Transformation Counselling. 22 King St S, Waterloo ON.

I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Depression

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

Welcome to my psychology today profile. Take a rest, have a sip of tea and relax, I hope we get along.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $150
Couple Sessions $170
Pay by American Express, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
Alberta Blue Cross
Alberta School Employee
Alliance
Any/Out-of-network Insurance
Arete
Beneva | SSQ
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
BlueCross and BlueShield
Canada Life | Great-West Life
Chambers Plan
CINUP
ComPsych
CVAP | Crime Victim
Desjardins
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Equitable Life of Canada
First Canadian Health
First Choice Health | FCH
First Nations Health Authority
Great-West Life
Green Shield Canada
Guardian
Health Net
Homewood Health
Humana
iA Financial Group
Insurance Corporation of British Columbia
Johnson
Johnston Group
LifeWise
Manulife
Maximum Benefit
Medavie Blue Cross
Medicare
Meridian
Military OneSource
MultiPlan
Pacific Blue Cross
Royal Canadian Mounted Police
Sentara Health Plans
SunLife
TELUS Health
The Co-operators
UHC UnitedHealthcare UBH United Behavioral Health
Veterans Affairs Canada
WSIB

Every session I will email you a receipt which then can be submitted to your insurance provider for reimbursement. Make sure they cover psychotherapists.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 407-4172

Ben Southern

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ

Every session I will email you a receipt which then can be submitted to your insurance provider for reimbursement. Make sure they cover psychotherapists.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 407-4172

Ben Southern

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 12581 Ben Southern
In Practice for 2 Years
Attended Yorkville University, Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Graduated 2023

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 407-4172

Ben Southern

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 407-4172

Ben Southern

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Relationship Issues
Depression

Expertise

Alcohol Use
Grief
Men's Issues
Mood Disorders
Self Esteem
Stress

Our first session(s) will likely be exploring your backstory (or shall we say lore). The process is a personal one so if we aren't acquainted personally then I can be no better than a self-help book. After that we may explore traumas in more depth, develop some tools to practice, or navigate general support. Most people see benefits within a month or so of starting therapy.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 407-4172

Ben Southern

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 407-4172

Ben Southern

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ

6 Endorsements

Ashley Vieser-Barker

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Ben is a warm, authentic, and genuine with his approach. His down-to-earth demeanour makes the atmosphere feel safe and comfortable. He will meet you where you are at and make sure to to tailor therapy to what you need.

Elliot Keane Fraser

Registered Psychotherapist, RP

Ben is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who's caring and compassionate personality is evident right from the start. I would highly recommend Ben as a genuinely supportive therapist.

Madison Klie

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP

As a colleague of Ben, I have witnessed firsthand his exceptional dedication to his clients' well-being. His empathetic approach, combined with his extensive knowledge and expertise, makes his a trusted and effective therapist.

Muneeb Shahid

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BASc, MA

Ben has an incredible ability to establish connections with clients from all walks of life. With genuine care, he creates a safe environment for his clients to heal and thrive. Balancing wealth of knowledge with empathy truly makes him a standout.

Kristin Austman

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BSc

Ben is an exceptional human who is naturally warm, understanding and empathetic with others. Additionally, Ben is experienced in a variety of psychotherapeutic approaches which he tailors to each individual, couple, or family in his practice.

Clinical Supervision - Upstream Counselling

Registered Psychotherapist, MA RP

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Queer Allied

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Queer Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
Compassion Focused
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Emotionally Focused
Gottman Method
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Trauma Focused

My aim is to know you well enough to use a treatment type that works for you. But if I had a home base it would be ACT which is based on CBT (a lot of acronyms). ACT accepts that life is hard but finds it's power in helping us work alongside the difficulties and continue to become the person we want to be and strive for the life we want to have through flexible attention.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 407-4172

Ben Southern

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 407-4172

Ben Southern

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ

Location

Primary Location

Transformation Counselling

22 King St S

Unit 103

Waterloo, ON N2J

(226) 407-4172

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

I am taking on new clients right now. I have availability Tue, Wed & Fri at Transformation Counselling. 22 King St S, Waterloo ON.

Call for a free consultation now - (226) 407-4172

Ben Southern

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ

I am taking on new clients right now. I have availability Tue, Wed & Fri at Transformation Counselling. 22 King St S, Waterloo ON.

Call for a free consultation now - (226) 407-4172

Ben Southern

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ