Racial Identity Therapists in Kitchener, ON
Michelle Liu - Interracial and EFT Couples Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, BA
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2G
My specializations include: Relationship Issues, Marital and Premarital, Racial Identity, Intercultural/Interracial relationships, Infidelity, anxiety, life transitions, mood disorders, family conflict, self esteem,.
Are you struggling to connect emotionally with your partner? You may often feel like you’re worlds apart in understanding each other. These feelings can be magnified for those in an inter-racial couple, where you’re constantly negotiating your own identity, in addition to your identity as a couple, amongst the other challenges and responsibilities in your life. As someone who identifies as BIPOC, I have lived experience in navigating these worlds. I can help you begin to put the pieces of the puzzle that each of you brings to the relationship together- to create a beautiful picture of your future as a couple.
My specializations include: Relationship Issues, Marital and Premarital, Racial Identity, Intercultural/Interracial relationships, Infidelity, anxiety, life transitions, mood disorders, family conflict, self esteem,.
Are you struggling to connect emotionally with your partner? You may often feel like you’re worlds apart in understanding each other. These feelings can be magnified for those in an inter-racial couple, where you’re constantly negotiating your own identity, in addition to your identity as a couple, amongst the other challenges and responsibilities in your life. As someone who identifies as BIPOC, I have lived experience in navigating these worlds. I can help you begin to put the pieces of the puzzle that each of you brings to the relationship together- to create a beautiful picture of your future as a couple.
Andre Watkis
Registered Social Worker, HBSc, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2E
Using advanced evidenced-based therapeutic practices, I provide compassionate, empathetic support and practical strategies to children, teens, adults and families to address challenges including, but not limited to, addictions, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, ASD, mood disorders, trauma, school challenges, stress, life transitions and interpersonal conflict. I am the co-founder and Clinical Director of the W Experience Counselling and Wellness Services and have been providing mental health and well-being support to children, adolescents, adults and seniors for over fourteen years. I am a registered social worker who holds
Using advanced evidenced-based therapeutic practices, I provide compassionate, empathetic support and practical strategies to children, teens, adults and families to address challenges including, but not limited to, addictions, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, ASD, mood disorders, trauma, school challenges, stress, life transitions and interpersonal conflict. I am the co-founder and Clinical Director of the W Experience Counselling and Wellness Services and have been providing mental health and well-being support to children, adolescents, adults and seniors for over fourteen years. I am a registered social worker who holds
Jess Kumordzie-Gyasensir
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2C (Online Only)
I wholeheartedly believe that one of the bravest things you’ll ever do is making the decision to invest in your well-being. As a mental health therapist, social worker and wellness practitioner with over 10 years of community development experience, I am energized by providing culturally responsive, affirming and accessible support and resources within our co-created therapeutic space. My aim is to help you make meaning of life’s challenges - such as family conflict, workplace stress, racial trauma, life transitions, and chronic pain/illness - and to equip you with meaningful tools to navigate these experiences.
I wholeheartedly believe that one of the bravest things you’ll ever do is making the decision to invest in your well-being. As a mental health therapist, social worker and wellness practitioner with over 10 years of community development experience, I am energized by providing culturally responsive, affirming and accessible support and resources within our co-created therapeutic space. My aim is to help you make meaning of life’s challenges - such as family conflict, workplace stress, racial trauma, life transitions, and chronic pain/illness - and to equip you with meaningful tools to navigate these experiences.
Veena Kaur
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, RP, RMFT-S, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2M (Online Only)
Most people come for therapy when they are experiencing some degree of distress, be it because of a current situation they are in or because of something that happened a while ago but has left a lasting impact. Whatever is your reason for coming to therapy, it will be my intention to provide you with unconditional positive support, and explore your inner world with you; your thoughts, feelings, hopes, wishes, fears and aspirations. Drawing upon more than 20 years of experience in providing individual, couple and family therapy, I will work towards the goals you have for yourself and the rich, meaningful life you envision living.
Most people come for therapy when they are experiencing some degree of distress, be it because of a current situation they are in or because of something that happened a while ago but has left a lasting impact. Whatever is your reason for coming to therapy, it will be my intention to provide you with unconditional positive support, and explore your inner world with you; your thoughts, feelings, hopes, wishes, fears and aspirations. Drawing upon more than 20 years of experience in providing individual, couple and family therapy, I will work towards the goals you have for yourself and the rich, meaningful life you envision living.
Kasi Shan: Prenatal & Postpartum Counselling
Registered Social Worker
Verified Verified
Kitchener, ON N2B
Waitlist for new clients
As a new parent, you’re realizing that your mental health is in need of an overhaul. Things that you were able to push away, distract, or rationalize keep coming up back up (e.g. the birth trauma, your own childhood experiences, your prickly relationships). These painful reminders stop you from feeling fully present with your child. You’re distracted, triggered, and quickly overwhelmed. You want to begin parenting the right way, and that means finally addressing these emotional blocks. You want to feel more in control and like yourself again.
As a new parent, you’re realizing that your mental health is in need of an overhaul. Things that you were able to push away, distract, or rationalize keep coming up back up (e.g. the birth trauma, your own childhood experiences, your prickly relationships). These painful reminders stop you from feeling fully present with your child. You’re distracted, triggered, and quickly overwhelmed. You want to begin parenting the right way, and that means finally addressing these emotional blocks. You want to feel more in control and like yourself again.
Rumina Morris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Kitchener, ON N2B (Online Only)
You've come to the right place! I offer race-based trauma therapy which means I will offer you support through the context of your lived experience and all of your social identities. Traditional therapies tend to overlook the additional burden and intergenerational trauma that people from equity-denied communities carry. I have extensive experience and knowledge of anti-oppressive practice at a systems and individual level. Together we will navigate your challenges and goals with a deeper understanding of how your race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion and abilities are impacting your healing journey.
You've come to the right place! I offer race-based trauma therapy which means I will offer you support through the context of your lived experience and all of your social identities. Traditional therapies tend to overlook the additional burden and intergenerational trauma that people from equity-denied communities carry. I have extensive experience and knowledge of anti-oppressive practice at a systems and individual level. Together we will navigate your challenges and goals with a deeper understanding of how your race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion and abilities are impacting your healing journey.
Accepting New Clients. Throughout life's various phases, we often encounter common themes that touch the core of our shared human journey. I have more than 6 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults facing a range of mental health conditions including relationship difficulties, complex trauma, intergenerational trauma, depression, anxiety, oppression, low self-worth and BPD. Through lived experience with mental health and as a second-generation immigrant with a bicultural background, I offer you a deep understanding and distinctive viewpoint supporting growth, empowerment, healing and lasting change.
Accepting New Clients. Throughout life's various phases, we often encounter common themes that touch the core of our shared human journey. I have more than 6 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults facing a range of mental health conditions including relationship difficulties, complex trauma, intergenerational trauma, depression, anxiety, oppression, low self-worth and BPD. Through lived experience with mental health and as a second-generation immigrant with a bicultural background, I offer you a deep understanding and distinctive viewpoint supporting growth, empowerment, healing and lasting change.
Rafeah Gangat
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2G
As you experience the overwhelm of anxiety & depression, you may also have complex emotions around not feeling seen or understood. For those in marginalised communities who seek relief from this distress upon your whole world & long for a hopeful future, finding a therapist who understands your perspective is pivotal to your healing journey. I’m a Counsellor aiming to gently destigmatize therapy! As a person of colour & a visibly Muslim woman, I provide culturally sensitive therapy, promoting inclusivity to all of my clients. I offer empathy & validation as we work together to reclaim your inner peace & rediscover your self-worth.
As you experience the overwhelm of anxiety & depression, you may also have complex emotions around not feeling seen or understood. For those in marginalised communities who seek relief from this distress upon your whole world & long for a hopeful future, finding a therapist who understands your perspective is pivotal to your healing journey. I’m a Counsellor aiming to gently destigmatize therapy! As a person of colour & a visibly Muslim woman, I provide culturally sensitive therapy, promoting inclusivity to all of my clients. I offer empathy & validation as we work together to reclaim your inner peace & rediscover your self-worth.
Many challenges we face are inevitable, but often we can sway the outcomes in our favor, keep challenges from compounding each other, and avoid other problems altogether. That is the philosophy I carry into my work helping my clients – from teens to adults – with challenges like ADHD, OCD, learning disabilities, autism, depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, race-based trauma, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, and other concerns. My promise is to provide you a compassionate, open, culturally-affirming, and empowering counselling environment.
Many challenges we face are inevitable, but often we can sway the outcomes in our favor, keep challenges from compounding each other, and avoid other problems altogether. That is the philosophy I carry into my work helping my clients – from teens to adults – with challenges like ADHD, OCD, learning disabilities, autism, depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, race-based trauma, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, and other concerns. My promise is to provide you a compassionate, open, culturally-affirming, and empowering counselling environment.
André Johnson
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP (Q), MACP, BAS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2A
Hello! My name is André. If you have ever struggled with being seen, feeling heard, or validated as your authentic self, you have come to the right place. As your therapist, I will provide an empathetic and compassionate place for you to share your experiences, explore your emotions, and respect your truths. I use a client-centred, strength-based approach to assist individuals, couples, and families. I mainly draw on Person Centred Therapy (PCT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE).
Hello! My name is André. If you have ever struggled with being seen, feeling heard, or validated as your authentic self, you have come to the right place. As your therapist, I will provide an empathetic and compassionate place for you to share your experiences, explore your emotions, and respect your truths. I use a client-centred, strength-based approach to assist individuals, couples, and families. I mainly draw on Person Centred Therapy (PCT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE).
Vanshika Sharma
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2G
As a young adult, navigating life with anxiety, depression, or trauma can be disorienting, especially if cultural influences amplify pressure to create stability in your life. This can make you withdraw & feel all the more disconnected from yourself & others. I understand how this impacts your daily life, academics, career, & relationships, which is why as an empathetic therapist, I create a safe space for you to explore your multifaceted identities, develop coping strategies, & build resilience. Together let’s address your unique challenges, nurture self-empowerment, and map a path forward in which you thrive with confidence & joy!
As a young adult, navigating life with anxiety, depression, or trauma can be disorienting, especially if cultural influences amplify pressure to create stability in your life. This can make you withdraw & feel all the more disconnected from yourself & others. I understand how this impacts your daily life, academics, career, & relationships, which is why as an empathetic therapist, I create a safe space for you to explore your multifaceted identities, develop coping strategies, & build resilience. Together let’s address your unique challenges, nurture self-empowerment, and map a path forward in which you thrive with confidence & joy!
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I am passionate about working with LGBTQ+ people, people of colour, and youth ages 12-19. I work with those who may struggle with anxiety, life transitions, grief, those seeking culturally sensitive and aware therapy, and those looking to improve on their self esteem. I work with families and couples of all shapes and sizes. I work from a place of compassion, care, and humour where therapy can become a space to play around with ideas and curiosities.
I am passionate about working with LGBTQ+ people, people of colour, and youth ages 12-19. I work with those who may struggle with anxiety, life transitions, grief, those seeking culturally sensitive and aware therapy, and those looking to improve on their self esteem. I work with families and couples of all shapes and sizes. I work from a place of compassion, care, and humour where therapy can become a space to play around with ideas and curiosities.
Achlaï Ernest Wallace
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2A
Do you feel alone in your relationship or exhausted by life's constant demands? Do you feel like your relationship is in shambles? Do you feel desperate to be understood by your significant other? Sometimes it feels like all you do in your relationship is argue and fight. And you don't like the person you and your partner are becoming. Change IS possible and there IS a way forward. Peace of mind, peace in the home & restoration can be goals we will work on together, with a clear plan, toward hope and true harmony.
Do you feel alone in your relationship or exhausted by life's constant demands? Do you feel like your relationship is in shambles? Do you feel desperate to be understood by your significant other? Sometimes it feels like all you do in your relationship is argue and fight. And you don't like the person you and your partner are becoming. Change IS possible and there IS a way forward. Peace of mind, peace in the home & restoration can be goals we will work on together, with a clear plan, toward hope and true harmony.
Sakthi Kalaichandran
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2H (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients in Ontario - In order to heal and make healthy decisions about our lives, it takes insight and courage. I applaud you for considering counselling as a tool to deepen your understanding of yourself and to facilitate meaningful change. I work with clients who are experiencing a variety of concerns, including anxiety, life transitions, cultural expectations, academic/career changes, relationship issues, and stress. My integrative approach to counselling is grounded in establishing a positive therapeutic relationship and creating a compassionate space, free from judgement.
Accepting New Clients in Ontario - In order to heal and make healthy decisions about our lives, it takes insight and courage. I applaud you for considering counselling as a tool to deepen your understanding of yourself and to facilitate meaningful change. I work with clients who are experiencing a variety of concerns, including anxiety, life transitions, cultural expectations, academic/career changes, relationship issues, and stress. My integrative approach to counselling is grounded in establishing a positive therapeutic relationship and creating a compassionate space, free from judgement.
Avni Adams
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2G (Online Only)
Some seasons of your life can drain you of your resources, protections, and even your identity. It can feel like everything that made you “you” has been stripped away. Therapy can be a space to grieve what once was, and a space to rebuild a life that brings you peace, connection, and joy. I work with individuals facing all manner of life transitions, including students, newcomers, and new parents.
Some seasons of your life can drain you of your resources, protections, and even your identity. It can feel like everything that made you “you” has been stripped away. Therapy can be a space to grieve what once was, and a space to rebuild a life that brings you peace, connection, and joy. I work with individuals facing all manner of life transitions, including students, newcomers, and new parents.
Amanda Rout
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2R (Online Only)
Have you been struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, or self-esteem? Have you been feeling tired, overwhelmed, or stuck? You are not alone. I offer a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space for you to show up as your authentic self and feel heard and understood. Working from a client-centred and collaborative approach, I strive to meet you where you are and support you in navigating the challenges that you are facing. I recognize that therapy is not one size fits all and will honour your unique needs, values, and strengths.
Have you been struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, or self-esteem? Have you been feeling tired, overwhelmed, or stuck? You are not alone. I offer a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space for you to show up as your authentic self and feel heard and understood. Working from a client-centred and collaborative approach, I strive to meet you where you are and support you in navigating the challenges that you are facing. I recognize that therapy is not one size fits all and will honour your unique needs, values, and strengths.
Thanh Rushton
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Kitchener, ON N2N (Online Only)
Are you holding on to past pain? Are you worried about your child's mental health? Are you ready to move forward and embrace change? I am here to support you with that therapeutic journey. All counselling services are provided virtually via Google Meet or telephone.
Are you holding on to past pain? Are you worried about your child's mental health? Are you ready to move forward and embrace change? I am here to support you with that therapeutic journey. All counselling services are provided virtually via Google Meet or telephone.
I believe that my role as a therapist is to work myself out of a job. If you’re feeling tired of hitting your head on the same wall or feeling stuck in your situation, I’d love to work together so that we can find solutions to get you moving forward. I want to provide you with hands-on tools to begin to identify why you do what you do and how to make a permanent change for the better. If you’re ready to ask yourself the hard questions and you’re determined to put in the work to become a better version of yourself, let’s talk.
I believe that my role as a therapist is to work myself out of a job. If you’re feeling tired of hitting your head on the same wall or feeling stuck in your situation, I’d love to work together so that we can find solutions to get you moving forward. I want to provide you with hands-on tools to begin to identify why you do what you do and how to make a permanent change for the better. If you’re ready to ask yourself the hard questions and you’re determined to put in the work to become a better version of yourself, let’s talk.
Janelle Chioma Efejedia
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2A (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck? Overwhelmed by the day to day stressors? Struggling with communication in your relationships? Wanting to know how to show up authentically yourself? Do you feel anxiety or depression is holding you back? if so then look no further. My aim is to form a collaborative, and therapeutic relationship with my clients, to provide a safe space away from everyday pressures, in which you can explore and gain a better understanding of yourself. Ultimately, I endeavour to provide you with an experience that is therapeutic, culturally responsive that empowers you to enhance your life and live it more fully.
Are you feeling stuck? Overwhelmed by the day to day stressors? Struggling with communication in your relationships? Wanting to know how to show up authentically yourself? Do you feel anxiety or depression is holding you back? if so then look no further. My aim is to form a collaborative, and therapeutic relationship with my clients, to provide a safe space away from everyday pressures, in which you can explore and gain a better understanding of yourself. Ultimately, I endeavour to provide you with an experience that is therapeutic, culturally responsive that empowers you to enhance your life and live it more fully.
I became a Social Worker because of this intrinsic desire to walk alongside people through their pain and into their growth. As I’ve continued my own growth, both personally and professionally, I have developed a deep passion for working with folks across the lifespan, from ages 8 to 90, as they work towards healing and peace. I have worked with folks with various neurotypes, substance use and addiction, those experiencing housing insecurity and poverty, intimate partner violence/domestic violence, trauma and attachment challenges, self-esteem, emotion regulation, self-harm, suicidal ideation/suicidality, Dementia, and TBI/ABIs.
I became a Social Worker because of this intrinsic desire to walk alongside people through their pain and into their growth. As I’ve continued my own growth, both personally and professionally, I have developed a deep passion for working with folks across the lifespan, from ages 8 to 90, as they work towards healing and peace. I have worked with folks with various neurotypes, substance use and addiction, those experiencing housing insecurity and poverty, intimate partner violence/domestic violence, trauma and attachment challenges, self-esteem, emotion regulation, self-harm, suicidal ideation/suicidality, Dementia, and TBI/ABIs.
