Couples Counselling Therapists in Kenora, ON
Natacha Boulton
Registered Social Worker, MSW RSW
Verified Verified
Kenora, ON P9N
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome, I am happy you are here. It isn’t easy to reach out and ask for support. It takes courage to look within and face your difficulties. I am a registered social worker and psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience. I have a Masters of Social Work (MSW) and am completing an Advanced Certificate in Couples and Family Therapy. I offer in-person counselling to individual clients and couples in the Treaty 3 area of Kenora and virtually throughout Ontario.
Welcome, I am happy you are here. It isn’t easy to reach out and ask for support. It takes courage to look within and face your difficulties. I am a registered social worker and psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience. I have a Masters of Social Work (MSW) and am completing an Advanced Certificate in Couples and Family Therapy. I offer in-person counselling to individual clients and couples in the Treaty 3 area of Kenora and virtually throughout Ontario.
Hilary Jackson
Registered Social Worker, MFT, MSW/RSW, BSW, BA, YTT200
Verified Verified
Kenora, ON P9N
Relationship Counselling, Cognative Behaviour Therapy, EMDR, Emotionally Focused and Narrative Therapy.
Hilary is a highly skilled therapist who has been supporting individuals, couples and families in Kenora and surrounding areas for years. Registered provider with Indigenous Services, and many insurance companies. Whether the concerns stem from communication, stress, grief, trauma, mental health, or addiction, Hilary uses a variety of counselling techniques to help create the changes you are seeking. In person, secure video or phone sessions are available. Support is just a click away - https://www.outofthewoodscounselling.com/
Relationship Counselling, Cognative Behaviour Therapy, EMDR, Emotionally Focused and Narrative Therapy.
Hilary is a highly skilled therapist who has been supporting individuals, couples and families in Kenora and surrounding areas for years. Registered provider with Indigenous Services, and many insurance companies. Whether the concerns stem from communication, stress, grief, trauma, mental health, or addiction, Hilary uses a variety of counselling techniques to help create the changes you are seeking. In person, secure video or phone sessions are available. Support is just a click away - https://www.outofthewoodscounselling.com/
Valdine Scott, Registered Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, Ph D, C Psych
Verified Verified
Kenora, ON P9N
Cognitive-behavioral treatment such as anxiety disorders, phobia, health anxiety, self esteem, relationship/ couples issues, trauma, grief, depression, parenting, rehabilitation sex addiction, obsessive compulsive disorder, hoarding, employee assistance and return to work assessments.
We would be happy to work with you. Dr. Valdine Scott is a Registered Clinical Psychologist who obtained her Ph. D. from the University of Manitoba. She has over 25 years experience providing direct psychological services, both in-patient and in the community, and administering clinical departments. Appointments are available days, evenings, and weekends through myself or my Associates Dr. Tracey Sewell, C. Psych. Cand., Dr. Lindsay Wishnowski, C. Psych. Brooke Malazdrewicz, RSW,MSW, Vicki Fehr RSW,MSW and Bilkis Nahar, RMFT.
Cognitive-behavioral treatment such as anxiety disorders, phobia, health anxiety, self esteem, relationship/ couples issues, trauma, grief, depression, parenting, rehabilitation sex addiction, obsessive compulsive disorder, hoarding, employee assistance and return to work assessments.
We would be happy to work with you. Dr. Valdine Scott is a Registered Clinical Psychologist who obtained her Ph. D. from the University of Manitoba. She has over 25 years experience providing direct psychological services, both in-patient and in the community, and administering clinical departments. Appointments are available days, evenings, and weekends through myself or my Associates Dr. Tracey Sewell, C. Psych. Cand., Dr. Lindsay Wishnowski, C. Psych. Brooke Malazdrewicz, RSW,MSW, Vicki Fehr RSW,MSW and Bilkis Nahar, RMFT.
Everyone goes through difficult life experiences that require external help at times. Dr. Anwar is a registered clinical and counselling psychologist in Ontario and Manitoba. She obtained her doctorate in Psychology from the University of Karachi, Pakistan in 2012. She has over 20 years of clinical experience including assessment and therapy with individuals, couples and families, and has worked in both individual and group settings. She works with clients in Manitoba and Ontario to address various issues including mood disturbances and anxiety, relationship conflict and personal growth. Focusing on aviation professionals lately.
Everyone goes through difficult life experiences that require external help at times. Dr. Anwar is a registered clinical and counselling psychologist in Ontario and Manitoba. She obtained her doctorate in Psychology from the University of Karachi, Pakistan in 2012. She has over 20 years of clinical experience including assessment and therapy with individuals, couples and families, and has worked in both individual and group settings. She works with clients in Manitoba and Ontario to address various issues including mood disturbances and anxiety, relationship conflict and personal growth. Focusing on aviation professionals lately.
Hello there, my name is Tori and I am a registered Social Worker helping individuals and couples’ pursuit of mental wellness and personal growth. Throughout my experience as a social worker, I have focused on supporting a diverse range of individuals, including seniors, medically fragile individuals, survivors of interpersonal and institutional violence, those living with mental health concerns, and those coping with addictions. My areas of practice include anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, ADHD and neurodivergence, caregiver stress and burnout, life transitions, and grief.
Hello there, my name is Tori and I am a registered Social Worker helping individuals and couples’ pursuit of mental wellness and personal growth. Throughout my experience as a social worker, I have focused on supporting a diverse range of individuals, including seniors, medically fragile individuals, survivors of interpersonal and institutional violence, those living with mental health concerns, and those coping with addictions. My areas of practice include anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, ADHD and neurodivergence, caregiver stress and burnout, life transitions, and grief.
Zakary Zarichney
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, EMDR, RCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kenora, ON P9N (Online Only)
I work with individuals and couples, where I also consider the impact of trauma and culture in the issues you're looking to be supported with.
Accepting NEW Clients - Are you feeling "stuck" and you're looking for a way to better see the path forward, or away from these feelings? Have you heard of EMDR and you want to learn more about working through trauma and its impacts on your life and how you show up in the world and with others? Is anxiety, stress, or low mood something you want to explore and learn strategies to cope differently? Are you looking for someone who specializes in trauma or couples counselling? Are you a couple looking to work through infidelity, sexuality, or just simply want the skills to better communicate and understand each other?
I work with individuals and couples, where I also consider the impact of trauma and culture in the issues you're looking to be supported with.
Accepting NEW Clients - Are you feeling "stuck" and you're looking for a way to better see the path forward, or away from these feelings? Have you heard of EMDR and you want to learn more about working through trauma and its impacts on your life and how you show up in the world and with others? Is anxiety, stress, or low mood something you want to explore and learn strategies to cope differently? Are you looking for someone who specializes in trauma or couples counselling? Are you a couple looking to work through infidelity, sexuality, or just simply want the skills to better communicate and understand each other?
Eva Bandur
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kenora, ON P9N (Online Only)
Navigating our inner world of thoughts, feelings and emotions can be daunting to do alone. Let’s walk together on your journey to recognizing and releasing whatever is holding you back. I’m Eva, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). My approach places an emphasis on using interventions that are best suited to your needs, to help you reach your goals and most authentic self.
Navigating our inner world of thoughts, feelings and emotions can be daunting to do alone. Let’s walk together on your journey to recognizing and releasing whatever is holding you back. I’m Eva, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). My approach places an emphasis on using interventions that are best suited to your needs, to help you reach your goals and most authentic self.
For over 20 years I have worked in the field of mental health and addictions as a registered psychotherapist. Through many years of practice, I have demonstrated effective treatment of a wide multitude of conditions and mental health disorders. However, I consider myself to be a trauma therapist. To be able to resolve distress in mental health and emotional functioning, I am trained the most effective and evidence-based modalities. I integrate affective neuroscience with traditional psychotherapy to address the neural bases of emotions through a therapeutic approach to modulate cognition and behaviour.
For over 20 years I have worked in the field of mental health and addictions as a registered psychotherapist. Through many years of practice, I have demonstrated effective treatment of a wide multitude of conditions and mental health disorders. However, I consider myself to be a trauma therapist. To be able to resolve distress in mental health and emotional functioning, I am trained the most effective and evidence-based modalities. I integrate affective neuroscience with traditional psychotherapy to address the neural bases of emotions through a therapeutic approach to modulate cognition and behaviour.
Regan Dearborn
Registered Social Worker, SSW, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Kenora, ON P9N
We can co-create treatment plans and help us reach our goals. My educational background includes a Social Service Diploma, a Bachelor of Social Work, a Concurrent Disorder Certificate, a Graduate Teaching Certificate and A Masters of Social Work. I have many certificates from the University of Toronto, Faculty of Medicine in CBT for a variety of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, psychosis, self-harm, addictions, eating disorders, trauma and phobias. I am certified in Critical Incident Group debriefing.
We can co-create treatment plans and help us reach our goals. My educational background includes a Social Service Diploma, a Bachelor of Social Work, a Concurrent Disorder Certificate, a Graduate Teaching Certificate and A Masters of Social Work. I have many certificates from the University of Toronto, Faculty of Medicine in CBT for a variety of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, psychosis, self-harm, addictions, eating disorders, trauma and phobias. I am certified in Critical Incident Group debriefing.
Devon Church RN, Psychotherapy - Sex Therapy 🌈
RN, Psychotherapist, BScN
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kenora, ON P9N (Online Only)
Welcome! I'm a firm believer that therapy doesn't have to feel like a trip to the dentist. I specialize in awkward topics, it's important to me that our conversations feel like you're talking to a trusted friend. I help individuals, relationships (mono & ENM) as well as polycules & whole family units. I offer a compassion focused therapy model, often coupled with CBT strategies & dad jokes to help us work through the tough stuff. As an RN Psychotherapist, I not only know traditional psychotherapy techniques but I have knowledge in anatomy/physiology, medication management and I've taken specific education focused in sex therapy.
Welcome! I'm a firm believer that therapy doesn't have to feel like a trip to the dentist. I specialize in awkward topics, it's important to me that our conversations feel like you're talking to a trusted friend. I help individuals, relationships (mono & ENM) as well as polycules & whole family units. I offer a compassion focused therapy model, often coupled with CBT strategies & dad jokes to help us work through the tough stuff. As an RN Psychotherapist, I not only know traditional psychotherapy techniques but I have knowledge in anatomy/physiology, medication management and I've taken specific education focused in sex therapy.
Lana Hastings
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kenora, ON P9N
Waitlist for new clients
Being human can be really hard. In therapy, we can co-create an atmosphere that is safe for you to share and facilitates growth. Areas of exploration may include: tools for nervous system safety, stabilization and recovery. How unmet expectations you have of yourself, of others, or from others may be impacting you. How to effectively work with guilt, grief, trauma and shame. How to manage personal and/or work stress and how to maintain healthy relationships through connection to self and community care. Currently I have a waitlist however, low rates may be available through the student therapist who works under my supervision.
Being human can be really hard. In therapy, we can co-create an atmosphere that is safe for you to share and facilitates growth. Areas of exploration may include: tools for nervous system safety, stabilization and recovery. How unmet expectations you have of yourself, of others, or from others may be impacting you. How to effectively work with guilt, grief, trauma and shame. How to manage personal and/or work stress and how to maintain healthy relationships through connection to self and community care. Currently I have a waitlist however, low rates may be available through the student therapist who works under my supervision.
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Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kenora, ON P9N (Online Only)
We all struggle at times in our life or our relationships and sometimes we all need some support. Whether your struggles are with mental health, substances, relationships, or just trying to cope with all life throws at you, I'm here to support you to overcome challenges and start living the life you want.
We all struggle at times in our life or our relationships and sometimes we all need some support. Whether your struggles are with mental health, substances, relationships, or just trying to cope with all life throws at you, I'm here to support you to overcome challenges and start living the life you want.
We help people who are struggling with the disconnect between how things are and how things should be. We understand the isolation that comes with feeling misunderstood and we help to cultivate insight and acceptance with a healthy dose of strategy and skills to rebuild one's sense of control, and to move forward feeling lighter and more connected with the world.
We help people who are struggling with the disconnect between how things are and how things should be. We understand the isolation that comes with feeling misunderstood and we help to cultivate insight and acceptance with a healthy dose of strategy and skills to rebuild one's sense of control, and to move forward feeling lighter and more connected with the world.
Sarah Silverthorn Nurse Psychotherapist
RN, BScN
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Kenora, ON P9N
Not accepting new clients
I primarily work with adults and see adolescents and couples on a case by case basis.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the immense stress in your life, unsure of how to handle it all? The weight of depression, anxiety, and hopelessness seems to grow heavier as you grapple with the challenges triggered by past traumas and current issues in your work and relationships. It's clear that this burden has become unsustainable, and you are looking for a way to break free from this overwhelming state, seeking relief and healing in the process.
I primarily work with adults and see adolescents and couples on a case by case basis.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the immense stress in your life, unsure of how to handle it all? The weight of depression, anxiety, and hopelessness seems to grow heavier as you grapple with the challenges triggered by past traumas and current issues in your work and relationships. It's clear that this burden has become unsustainable, and you are looking for a way to break free from this overwhelming state, seeking relief and healing in the process.
Online Therapists
The Couples Clinic is a teaching facility.
Are you afraid of breaking up? Do you find that the two of you can’t communicate, or hear each other anymore? Our goal at The Couples Clinic is to help couples find their way back to each other. Topics such as trust, intimacy, extended family, money and infidelity can cause huge struggles in relationships. Even when couples have been together for years, they can still have difficulty navigating these issues. Anger, mistrust, contempt and resentment can pull the two of you apart and make it that much harder to heal and build the future you both deserve.
The Couples Clinic is a teaching facility.
Are you afraid of breaking up? Do you find that the two of you can’t communicate, or hear each other anymore? Our goal at The Couples Clinic is to help couples find their way back to each other. Topics such as trust, intimacy, extended family, money and infidelity can cause huge struggles in relationships. Even when couples have been together for years, they can still have difficulty navigating these issues. Anger, mistrust, contempt and resentment can pull the two of you apart and make it that much harder to heal and build the future you both deserve.
Irene Salidis
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Frances, ON P9A (Online Only)
If you've noticed that you are struggling with your emotions and thoughts, and you're looking for personal growth and healing, you've come to the right place. I have a special passion for working with couples, as well as immigrants and refugees, though I have the skills and experience to support a variety of individuals. Life can be challenging, you don't have to do it alone.
If you've noticed that you are struggling with your emotions and thoughts, and you're looking for personal growth and healing, you've come to the right place. I have a special passion for working with couples, as well as immigrants and refugees, though I have the skills and experience to support a variety of individuals. Life can be challenging, you don't have to do it alone.
Kaylee Heyens-McMahon
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Frances, ON P9A
Waitlist for new clients
As a high-achieving woman, you experience excessive worrying, low mood, or irritability in the day-to-day of life. You want to feel successful and confident, but you’re finding it difficult to cope and maintain a work-life balance. You’re ready to feel some relief from these mental and emotional struggles. You’re ready to form deep connections with yourself and others. And most of all, you’re ready to let go of the need to please, and instead live your life authentically. As a passionate feminist, mom, and partner, I’ll meet you where you’re at on your unique journey.
As a high-achieving woman, you experience excessive worrying, low mood, or irritability in the day-to-day of life. You want to feel successful and confident, but you’re finding it difficult to cope and maintain a work-life balance. You’re ready to feel some relief from these mental and emotional struggles. You’re ready to form deep connections with yourself and others. And most of all, you’re ready to let go of the need to please, and instead live your life authentically. As a passionate feminist, mom, and partner, I’ll meet you where you’re at on your unique journey.
Lauren Matheson
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Frances, ON P9A
You can expect me to draw on my training in cognitive behavioural therapy, mindfulness, attachment theory, relationship counselling, EMDR, and other trauma-sensitive approaches.
It can take courage and strength to reach out for support. I honour you in taking this first step, and I hope that you are able to connect with a professional who fits your needs. I provide counselling and psychotherapy with the intention of forming understanding, compassionate, and trusting connections to support individuals, couples, and families as they navigate through the inevitable ups and downs in life. My aim is to help you to examine your needs and bring awareness to how to move towards health and balance.
You can expect me to draw on my training in cognitive behavioural therapy, mindfulness, attachment theory, relationship counselling, EMDR, and other trauma-sensitive approaches.
It can take courage and strength to reach out for support. I honour you in taking this first step, and I hope that you are able to connect with a professional who fits your needs. I provide counselling and psychotherapy with the intention of forming understanding, compassionate, and trusting connections to support individuals, couples, and families as they navigate through the inevitable ups and downs in life. My aim is to help you to examine your needs and bring awareness to how to move towards health and balance.
Hayley Quinton
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP (Q)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Frances, ON P9A
Are you a young adult struggling with life transitions, unsure about what your next chapter in life looks like? Is substance use or an addiction giving you a hard time lately?Perhaps you're a parent yourself, and you're overwhelmed by supporting your family, struggling to maintain your own mental health. One of my favourite quotes is: “Focus on the step in front of you, not the whole staircase”. I work with clients to make life more manageable. We start by narrowing down your specific goals, then find tools and resources to help you feel accomplished and more like yourself.
Are you a young adult struggling with life transitions, unsure about what your next chapter in life looks like? Is substance use or an addiction giving you a hard time lately?Perhaps you're a parent yourself, and you're overwhelmed by supporting your family, struggling to maintain your own mental health. One of my favourite quotes is: “Focus on the step in front of you, not the whole staircase”. I work with clients to make life more manageable. We start by narrowing down your specific goals, then find tools and resources to help you feel accomplished and more like yourself.
Brady Heyens
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, TITC-CT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Frances, ON P9A (Online Only)
Have been experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, or burnout, and life has been harder lately than it once was? Perhaps you're living with mild, moderate, or significant trauma that you can't seem to work through? This can leave you feeling lonely, worried, or unsure about what’s next. Maybe you've noticed yourself trying to manage frequent low moods, substance use issues or social isolation, or you're going through a life transition. If you're feeling an increase in irritability, or having a hard time sleeping or coping, these might be signs that you may need help with addressing your mental and emotional health. - I can help.
Have been experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, or burnout, and life has been harder lately than it once was? Perhaps you're living with mild, moderate, or significant trauma that you can't seem to work through? This can leave you feeling lonely, worried, or unsure about what’s next. Maybe you've noticed yourself trying to manage frequent low moods, substance use issues or social isolation, or you're going through a life transition. If you're feeling an increase in irritability, or having a hard time sleeping or coping, these might be signs that you may need help with addressing your mental and emotional health. - I can help.
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Couples Counselling
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.