Therapists in Kitchener, ON
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Ian Sommer
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2E (Online Only)
My main role as your counsellor is to support you through difficult times and challenges, while helping you achieve optimal psychological and emotional health. I am comfortable with people of all cultures, orientations and spiritual and/or religious backgrounds. Certified by the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, I provide services using a client-centred, integrative approach, weaving together various methods to suit your unique needs. I enjoy working collaboratively with you in a non-judgmental way, embracing your strengths, unique characteristics, values, and insights.
My main role as your counsellor is to support you through difficult times and challenges, while helping you achieve optimal psychological and emotional health. I am comfortable with people of all cultures, orientations and spiritual and/or religious backgrounds. Certified by the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, I provide services using a client-centred, integrative approach, weaving together various methods to suit your unique needs. I enjoy working collaboratively with you in a non-judgmental way, embracing your strengths, unique characteristics, values, and insights.
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Would you like to learn skills that will help you process anxiety, depression, or trauma? Do you feel overwhelmed or desire more structure in your life? Do you often feel lonely or stuck inside your head? It’s normal to feel overwhelmed when life moves so quickly, which is why it can be helpful to have support with slowing things down and formulating a plan. Improving your mental health and well-being can be as simple as developing a daily routine that reduces stress and increases energy. It can also include processing difficult experiences, learning skills to cope with life challenges, or simply having someone to talk to.
Would you like to learn skills that will help you process anxiety, depression, or trauma? Do you feel overwhelmed or desire more structure in your life? Do you often feel lonely or stuck inside your head? It’s normal to feel overwhelmed when life moves so quickly, which is why it can be helpful to have support with slowing things down and formulating a plan. Improving your mental health and well-being can be as simple as developing a daily routine that reduces stress and increases energy. It can also include processing difficult experiences, learning skills to cope with life challenges, or simply having someone to talk to.
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Glynis Burkhalter
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, MA, RP, RMFT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2A
Not accepting new clients
Life IS hard. We expect this. Yet, life is harder than necessary sometimes. Especially when old stuff drags us down and/or new stuff swamps us. I have no magic wand to make your life easy. What I offer are conversations where I bring 20+ years of learning and experience to support you in figuring out how to live your life with dignity and peace. I am a Registered Marriage & Family Therapist & Approved Supervisor with CACFT and am trained in EMDR. Anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and relationship challenges are common reasons why people talk with me. I work with individuals and couples, adults and youth 16+.
Life IS hard. We expect this. Yet, life is harder than necessary sometimes. Especially when old stuff drags us down and/or new stuff swamps us. I have no magic wand to make your life easy. What I offer are conversations where I bring 20+ years of learning and experience to support you in figuring out how to live your life with dignity and peace. I am a Registered Marriage & Family Therapist & Approved Supervisor with CACFT and am trained in EMDR. Anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and relationship challenges are common reasons why people talk with me. I work with individuals and couples, adults and youth 16+.
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ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS !!! NO WAITLIST! Life is harder than necessary sometimes. You might feel the pain you suffered from still determines your decisions, your relationship with money, food, your intimate partner, or even your body. Maybe you cope in a way that once helped you but does not serve you anymore. My goal is to help you gain relief from stress, anxiety, or depression and enhance the overall quality of your life. The therapeutic relationship provides a safe space to encounter your Thriving Selves by releasing tension, processing experiences of loss, exploring strengths and learning effective coping skills.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS !!! NO WAITLIST! Life is harder than necessary sometimes. You might feel the pain you suffered from still determines your decisions, your relationship with money, food, your intimate partner, or even your body. Maybe you cope in a way that once helped you but does not serve you anymore. My goal is to help you gain relief from stress, anxiety, or depression and enhance the overall quality of your life. The therapeutic relationship provides a safe space to encounter your Thriving Selves by releasing tension, processing experiences of loss, exploring strengths and learning effective coping skills.
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Julie Gosen
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MA, `RP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2H
Waitlist for new clients
Life is truly filled with so many layers (just like an onion!) which can make it hard to know where to start when it comes to counselling. Hi, I'm Julie (she/her) and I deeply believe in the beauty of connection. My own journey with mental health and being neurodivergent has truly inspired my passion for this field. I work with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, chronic pain, ADHD/ASD, self-esteem, and couples counselling. I am also deeply passionate about working with 2slgbtqia+ individuals and the queer community.
Life is truly filled with so many layers (just like an onion!) which can make it hard to know where to start when it comes to counselling. Hi, I'm Julie (she/her) and I deeply believe in the beauty of connection. My own journey with mental health and being neurodivergent has truly inspired my passion for this field. I work with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, chronic pain, ADHD/ASD, self-esteem, and couples counselling. I am also deeply passionate about working with 2slgbtqia+ individuals and the queer community.
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What you see is what you get when you come to Dr. Kris for assessment, consultation or therapy. I am known for a no-nonsense approach. I have worked in a variety of systems (hospitals, school boards, and mental health facilities) so I am uniquely poised to help you navigate your child/adolescent's learning or mental health issue. Grownups also need help managing their own challenges and so I offer therapy to adults struggling with a variety of general life stressors as well as anxiety, depression and PTSD. I am trauma-informed and offer a variety of modalities.
What you see is what you get when you come to Dr. Kris for assessment, consultation or therapy. I am known for a no-nonsense approach. I have worked in a variety of systems (hospitals, school boards, and mental health facilities) so I am uniquely poised to help you navigate your child/adolescent's learning or mental health issue. Grownups also need help managing their own challenges and so I offer therapy to adults struggling with a variety of general life stressors as well as anxiety, depression and PTSD. I am trauma-informed and offer a variety of modalities.
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Matthew Norman Klompus
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Kitchener, ON N2G (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Matt. Sometimes we don’t know how to get to where we want. Sometimes we think we know, but just can’t seem to get started. It can all feel like too much and we can become overwhelmed. Our goals can seem just out of reach. At these times, what we might need is a little help and support. Counselling can help. No matter what your goals are, we can work towards them together. Counselling can be a way to rediscover your strengths, re-frame your past, and utilize your experience to move positively into the future. It is a place to get curious about why you are where you are, and explore what might be holding you back.
Hi, I'm Matt. Sometimes we don’t know how to get to where we want. Sometimes we think we know, but just can’t seem to get started. It can all feel like too much and we can become overwhelmed. Our goals can seem just out of reach. At these times, what we might need is a little help and support. Counselling can help. No matter what your goals are, we can work towards them together. Counselling can be a way to rediscover your strengths, re-frame your past, and utilize your experience to move positively into the future. It is a place to get curious about why you are where you are, and explore what might be holding you back.
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Alanna Watson
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, RP(q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2G
I am deeply committed to helping individuals feel more connected to themselves and others, allowing them to fully experience and embrace what life has to offer.
I am deeply committed to helping individuals feel more connected to themselves and others, allowing them to fully experience and embrace what life has to offer.
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My specific area of clinical practice is in Childhood Emotional Neglect (CEN). The difficult thing about CEN is that its impacts upon people’s lives are often hard to identify. Many people grow up with their external needs (e.g. for food, shelter, clothing, etc.) met adequately or even met well, but in an environment where their emotional needs were ignored, unrecognized, under-recognized or discouraged. You may have grown up telling yourself that you had a fine or even great childhood, and this can make it incredibly difficult to pinpoint why you feel empty, insecure, depressed, or set apart from other people.
My specific area of clinical practice is in Childhood Emotional Neglect (CEN). The difficult thing about CEN is that its impacts upon people’s lives are often hard to identify. Many people grow up with their external needs (e.g. for food, shelter, clothing, etc.) met adequately or even met well, but in an environment where their emotional needs were ignored, unrecognized, under-recognized or discouraged. You may have grown up telling yourself that you had a fine or even great childhood, and this can make it incredibly difficult to pinpoint why you feel empty, insecure, depressed, or set apart from other people.
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Justin Morris
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2H (Online Only)
I have over a decade of experience supporting families and individuals in the Waterloo Region in their personal and collective transformation. I work with difficult emotions that feel like they are taking control, relationship dynamics that are causing stress, problematic patterns in our lives as well as impactful life events. Together we can sort through the good and the bad.
I have over a decade of experience supporting families and individuals in the Waterloo Region in their personal and collective transformation. I work with difficult emotions that feel like they are taking control, relationship dynamics that are causing stress, problematic patterns in our lives as well as impactful life events. Together we can sort through the good and the bad.
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Tracey Gough Msw Rsw
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Kitchener, ON N2H (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Tracey. I'm accepting new clients ! I support individuals that experience trauma, grief and loss, mental health concerns, health challenges, life transitions, family and relationship issues. I offer a non-judgmental and compassionate approach in my practice. Life is full of challenges and loss. Collaboratively, we will help discover skills and strategies to overcome obstacles preventing you from living the life you want. Visit dealingwithyourfeelings.ca for more info!
Hi, I'm Tracey. I'm accepting new clients ! I support individuals that experience trauma, grief and loss, mental health concerns, health challenges, life transitions, family and relationship issues. I offer a non-judgmental and compassionate approach in my practice. Life is full of challenges and loss. Collaboratively, we will help discover skills and strategies to overcome obstacles preventing you from living the life you want. Visit dealingwithyourfeelings.ca for more info!
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I offer help with many issues stating from a particular problem you need to address to unresolved trauma and life coaching. I teach skills that help you to be emotionally stronger, to bounce back from stress, to be more effective in everything you do, to connect better with people. Unresolved trauma may manifest itself in low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, self-harm, short fuse, impulsivity, addiction, eating disorder, inability to maintain healthy relationships, perfectionism and more...You don't have to suffer alone. I offer support and treatment. People do heal! You can choose healing, and as a result, a better life.
I offer help with many issues stating from a particular problem you need to address to unresolved trauma and life coaching. I teach skills that help you to be emotionally stronger, to bounce back from stress, to be more effective in everything you do, to connect better with people. Unresolved trauma may manifest itself in low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, self-harm, short fuse, impulsivity, addiction, eating disorder, inability to maintain healthy relationships, perfectionism and more...You don't have to suffer alone. I offer support and treatment. People do heal! You can choose healing, and as a result, a better life.
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Catherine Lynn Roach
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
Kitchener, ON N2E (Online Only)
Many years of experience in Couples Therapy. Experienced with the following researched approaches Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Gottman, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, EFIT, ACT, DBT, Anger Management.
Many years of experience in Couples Therapy. Experienced with the following researched approaches Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Gottman, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, EFIT, ACT, DBT, Anger Management.
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Paula Shepard
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2H (Online Only)
Change is hard and becoming a parent is perhaps one of the most transformative life transitions of all. Each stage we go through from conception to empty nesting comes with its joys and challenges. I have experience walking alongside people as they navigate change in their lives. It is my intention to support you so you feel safe to open up and explore yourself. As I’ve learned, parenting is tough and it is common to feel lost. There is such value in creating connection with others, as well as ourselves. Change may also be embracing opportunities to focus on one's well-being and goals, in a way that brings balance.
Change is hard and becoming a parent is perhaps one of the most transformative life transitions of all. Each stage we go through from conception to empty nesting comes with its joys and challenges. I have experience walking alongside people as they navigate change in their lives. It is my intention to support you so you feel safe to open up and explore yourself. As I’ve learned, parenting is tough and it is common to feel lost. There is such value in creating connection with others, as well as ourselves. Change may also be embracing opportunities to focus on one's well-being and goals, in a way that brings balance.
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I support individuals with depression, anxiety, relationships, disabilities, and overall health. I have over 22 years experience within the mental health sector providing support and counselling to those with a wide range of challenges.
I support individuals with depression, anxiety, relationships, disabilities, and overall health. I have over 22 years experience within the mental health sector providing support and counselling to those with a wide range of challenges.
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Cindy Stater-Drummond
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, MA, BHK, ERYT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2G
I believe affirming mental health and wellness for identifying Black women and women of colour can be achieved. We are committed to personalized therapy, empowering and amplifying your voice in your mental health journey. Working with you to explore your challenges and apply evidence-based techniques to help you navigate life's complex events.
I believe affirming mental health and wellness for identifying Black women and women of colour can be achieved. We are committed to personalized therapy, empowering and amplifying your voice in your mental health journey. Working with you to explore your challenges and apply evidence-based techniques to help you navigate life's complex events.
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Motherhood is hard. It is messy. If you're struggling to find moments of joy, you're feeling alone and overwhelmed, you wonder if something is wrong with you and you long for your life before becoming a parent- you're in the right place. If you're feeling resentment building with your partner, the voices of anxiety, depression, sadness and rage have been loud and you don't know know how to manage them- you're not alone. If you're working to heal from a traumatic birth, you are struggling with the demands of parenting and paid work and you do you don't know who you are anymore- I'd be honoured to hold space for you.
Motherhood is hard. It is messy. If you're struggling to find moments of joy, you're feeling alone and overwhelmed, you wonder if something is wrong with you and you long for your life before becoming a parent- you're in the right place. If you're feeling resentment building with your partner, the voices of anxiety, depression, sadness and rage have been loud and you don't know know how to manage them- you're not alone. If you're working to heal from a traumatic birth, you are struggling with the demands of parenting and paid work and you do you don't know who you are anymore- I'd be honoured to hold space for you.
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Kayla Migrino
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2K (Online Only)
Welcome! I am here to support the Autism and Neurodivergent community. I carry a deep understanding of those I serve, and valuable insight into the community’s unique experiences. I know that navigating the world can be difficult, with stigma, burnout, and the feeling of constantly giving your all, only to be met with setbacks. I hear you. I see you, and I want to work alongside you. My goal is to honour your uniqueness and the experiences it brings to your life. Together, we can create a compassionate and supportive space where your individuality is celebrated, and your your journey is respected.
Welcome! I am here to support the Autism and Neurodivergent community. I carry a deep understanding of those I serve, and valuable insight into the community’s unique experiences. I know that navigating the world can be difficult, with stigma, burnout, and the feeling of constantly giving your all, only to be met with setbacks. I hear you. I see you, and I want to work alongside you. My goal is to honour your uniqueness and the experiences it brings to your life. Together, we can create a compassionate and supportive space where your individuality is celebrated, and your your journey is respected.
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Are you having trouble finding the motivation to complete daily tasks? Not sure who to turn to for support? Come in and seek solace in a warm conversation. Through a trauma-informed approach, I help clients navigate internal turmoil and turbulent relationships with empathy and insight.
Are you having trouble finding the motivation to complete daily tasks? Not sure who to turn to for support? Come in and seek solace in a warm conversation. Through a trauma-informed approach, I help clients navigate internal turmoil and turbulent relationships with empathy and insight.
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Timothy S Eddy
Registered Psychotherapist, MMT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2H (Online Only)
Are you a young adult or adult who is experiencing depression and anxiety? I am here for you! It is inevitable that at some points in our life we will become discouraged. We find ourselves stuck in situations we never asked for with expectations that we can’t meet. There is nothing wrong with you. Life is difficult at times. Walk with me as we explore the beauty of our emotions - difficult ones included - and appreciate how through understanding them more deeply we can transform our lives for the better.
Are you a young adult or adult who is experiencing depression and anxiety? I am here for you! It is inevitable that at some points in our life we will become discouraged. We find ourselves stuck in situations we never asked for with expectations that we can’t meet. There is nothing wrong with you. Life is difficult at times. Walk with me as we explore the beauty of our emotions - difficult ones included - and appreciate how through understanding them more deeply we can transform our lives for the better.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Kitchener, ON
600+
Average cost per session
$150
Counsellors in Kitchener, ON who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
81% | Relationship Issues |
81% | Self Esteem |
80% | Stress |
74% | Coping Skills |
71% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
63% | Manulife |
61% | Green Shield Canada |
61% | SunLife |
How Counsellors in Kitchener, ON see their clients
71% | In Person and Online | |
29% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |