Child Therapists in Stratford, ON
Sara Collings Wilken
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Stratford, ON N5A
I enjoy working with children and adults of all ages and I specialize in perinatal mental health and play therapy.
Therapy offers a profound opportunity to make sense of overwhelming emotions, heal from painful relationships, and address past traumas that impact your present life. My goal is to build a relationship with you where you feel deeply accepted and genuinely understood. Through this connection, we can gently explore your inner world, helping you gain insight into your emotions and nurturing a stronger sense of self. For adults, this journey unfolds through meaningful conversations, while for children, emotions are expressed and understood through the language of play, fostering growth in a safe, supportive environment.
I enjoy working with children and adults of all ages and I specialize in perinatal mental health and play therapy.
Therapy offers a profound opportunity to make sense of overwhelming emotions, heal from painful relationships, and address past traumas that impact your present life. My goal is to build a relationship with you where you feel deeply accepted and genuinely understood. Through this connection, we can gently explore your inner world, helping you gain insight into your emotions and nurturing a stronger sense of self. For adults, this journey unfolds through meaningful conversations, while for children, emotions are expressed and understood through the language of play, fostering growth in a safe, supportive environment.
Let’s work together to help you or your child improve social, behavioural, and emotional well being.
Do you or your child struggle with depression, anxiety, separation, grief/loss, family changes, anger/aggression, or Neuro-Divergence (ADHD, ASD, learning difficulties) that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, or ability to function? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or alone by the demands of work, relationships, just getting through the day, or the pressures of parenting? My name is Sarah and I am a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and a Certified Music Therapist (MTA) with the Canadian Association of Music Therapists (CAMT).
Let’s work together to help you or your child improve social, behavioural, and emotional well being.
Do you or your child struggle with depression, anxiety, separation, grief/loss, family changes, anger/aggression, or Neuro-Divergence (ADHD, ASD, learning difficulties) that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, or ability to function? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or alone by the demands of work, relationships, just getting through the day, or the pressures of parenting? My name is Sarah and I am a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and a Certified Music Therapist (MTA) with the Canadian Association of Music Therapists (CAMT).
I work with children and youth between the ages of 8 and 19.
I’m a Child and Youth Counsellor with 17 years of experience working one-on-one with diverse children and youth. I meet each client where they're at, and am known for my ability to make kids feel at ease, safe and comfortable. I use a warm, empathetic and strengths-based approach. I help child and youth clients to identify strengths and goals by working alongside them and supporting their needs in a collaborative, developmentally appropriate (and often fun!) way that facilitates their growth, personal understanding and mental health journey.
I work with children and youth between the ages of 8 and 19.
I’m a Child and Youth Counsellor with 17 years of experience working one-on-one with diverse children and youth. I meet each client where they're at, and am known for my ability to make kids feel at ease, safe and comfortable. I use a warm, empathetic and strengths-based approach. I help child and youth clients to identify strengths and goals by working alongside them and supporting their needs in a collaborative, developmentally appropriate (and often fun!) way that facilitates their growth, personal understanding and mental health journey.
I provide a therapeutic approach that uses CBT, DBT and attachment-based therapy so that you and your child feel safe, at ease and supported to process.
When your child is going through a challenging time (like navigating divorce, separation, loss or trauma) it can be devastating to watch them suffer. As a parent, you might feel lost and confused about how to support your child. Or, perhaps you are navigating through the choppy waters of grief, unsure of how to withstand the next tidal wave of your emotions. You might be trying to make sense of a traumatic loss, a catastrophic event or feelings of hopeless and despair that you can't seem to move through. Every day, I help children and individuals reclaim their peace, ease and joy, reclaiming their lives and healing from pain.
I provide a therapeutic approach that uses CBT, DBT and attachment-based therapy so that you and your child feel safe, at ease and supported to process.
When your child is going through a challenging time (like navigating divorce, separation, loss or trauma) it can be devastating to watch them suffer. As a parent, you might feel lost and confused about how to support your child. Or, perhaps you are navigating through the choppy waters of grief, unsure of how to withstand the next tidal wave of your emotions. You might be trying to make sense of a traumatic loss, a catastrophic event or feelings of hopeless and despair that you can't seem to move through. Every day, I help children and individuals reclaim their peace, ease and joy, reclaiming their lives and healing from pain.
Adrienne Nicholson
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP, MA, Mth
Verified Verified
Stratford, ON N5A (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I also work with children as young as four to build confidence, address anxiety, and learn healthy emotional regulation strategies through the use of play and art.
The journey to motherhood is rarely straightforward. Whether you are dealing with fertility complications, pre-natal anxiety or postpartum depression, I promise to provide you a gentle, safe and judgement-free healing space. I bring over 10 years of mental health experience, working with a variety of people from all walks of life. I have been a certified trauma therapist since 2012 when I provided support to first responders and their families. I have worked with newcomer populations, motor vehicle accident survivors, and those struggling with cognitive disorders such as Alzheimer’s or Dementia.
I also work with children as young as four to build confidence, address anxiety, and learn healthy emotional regulation strategies through the use of play and art.
The journey to motherhood is rarely straightforward. Whether you are dealing with fertility complications, pre-natal anxiety or postpartum depression, I promise to provide you a gentle, safe and judgement-free healing space. I bring over 10 years of mental health experience, working with a variety of people from all walks of life. I have been a certified trauma therapist since 2012 when I provided support to first responders and their families. I have worked with newcomer populations, motor vehicle accident survivors, and those struggling with cognitive disorders such as Alzheimer’s or Dementia.
Natasha Carter
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stratford, ON N5A
Finding the right therapist can be a journey. Which is why I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation. I work collaboratively with people to identify problems and create an intervention plan that improves wellbeing and moves towards healing. I have been a therapist for 6 years and have been working in the field of social work for 15+ years. I am happy to work with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. I specialize in depression, anxiety, life stressors, trauma, infertility and maternal wellness. I also offer a brief counselling model that can determine a treatment plan within your budget and benefits package.
Finding the right therapist can be a journey. Which is why I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation. I work collaboratively with people to identify problems and create an intervention plan that improves wellbeing and moves towards healing. I have been a therapist for 6 years and have been working in the field of social work for 15+ years. I am happy to work with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. I specialize in depression, anxiety, life stressors, trauma, infertility and maternal wellness. I also offer a brief counselling model that can determine a treatment plan within your budget and benefits package.
Shirley Ann Brooker
Registered Social Worker, CPTS, MSW \, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Stratford, ON N5A
Shirley offers a relational approach to therapeutic services to young children/youth, parents, couples, and whole families. A collaborative strength-based approach is provided within a safe environment that offers growth and resilience. Experiences in therapy will empower strengths from within, build coping skills, and increase understanding of self and others to allow healing and growth.
Shirley offers a relational approach to therapeutic services to young children/youth, parents, couples, and whole families. A collaborative strength-based approach is provided within a safe environment that offers growth and resilience. Experiences in therapy will empower strengths from within, build coping skills, and increase understanding of self and others to allow healing and growth.
Jen Dobrenski
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, PGCE, MACP
Verified Verified
Stratford, ON N5A
My areas of interests and experience are in working with children/youth and their families from varied multi-cultural backgrounds, with issues such as anxiety, emotional regulation and identity.
A warm welcome! My name is Jen and I am a psychotherapist (qualifying) with a Masters of Counselling Psychology. I have been a passionate educator for over 20 years, working alongside diverse students and their families in a range of locations and populations, including international schools in the UK and Europe. My heart is in supporting children, youth and young adults (ages 6 to 24) alongside their families, in a safe, non-judgemental space, offering warmth, empathy and a belief in the resiliency and problem solving skills of this population.
My areas of interests and experience are in working with children/youth and their families from varied multi-cultural backgrounds, with issues such as anxiety, emotional regulation and identity.
A warm welcome! My name is Jen and I am a psychotherapist (qualifying) with a Masters of Counselling Psychology. I have been a passionate educator for over 20 years, working alongside diverse students and their families in a range of locations and populations, including international schools in the UK and Europe. My heart is in supporting children, youth and young adults (ages 6 to 24) alongside their families, in a safe, non-judgemental space, offering warmth, empathy and a belief in the resiliency and problem solving skills of this population.
Rebecca Cuthbert
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP
Verified Verified
Stratford, ON N5A
Waitlist for new clients
Traumatic experiences, anxiety, depression, self-worth, intense emotions, prenatal and postpartum, parent/ child, teens, etc.
Making the decision to engage in therapy can be difficult, finding the right therapist can feel even more challenging. To lessen this obstacle, I offer a NO FEE initial session so that you can find the right fit without the added cost. Drawing from the latest knowledge in neuroscience, trauma, and attachment, I bring over 14 years of clinical experience to help you make sense of your inner world; how it impacts your relationship with yourself, with others, and how you engage in your environment. Together, we can use this awareness to move towards having more agency over your thoughts, responses, and your experience of your life.
Traumatic experiences, anxiety, depression, self-worth, intense emotions, prenatal and postpartum, parent/ child, teens, etc.
Making the decision to engage in therapy can be difficult, finding the right therapist can feel even more challenging. To lessen this obstacle, I offer a NO FEE initial session so that you can find the right fit without the added cost. Drawing from the latest knowledge in neuroscience, trauma, and attachment, I bring over 14 years of clinical experience to help you make sense of your inner world; how it impacts your relationship with yourself, with others, and how you engage in your environment. Together, we can use this awareness to move towards having more agency over your thoughts, responses, and your experience of your life.
Tom Roes @Intersections Therapy Collective (ITC)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Stratford, ON N5A
As an experienced social worker and adoptive parent of three, I've spent 15 years in the child welfare system, supporting children, youth, and adults of all genders and orientations. My passion lies in helping those touched by adoption, whether they're adoptees, adoptive parents, or birth/kinship families. My expertise however extends beyond adoption, addressing life's various challenges, including identity, relationships, and self-discovery. I also help clients with challenges like anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship struggles, grief, loss, and trauma.
As an experienced social worker and adoptive parent of three, I've spent 15 years in the child welfare system, supporting children, youth, and adults of all genders and orientations. My passion lies in helping those touched by adoption, whether they're adoptees, adoptive parents, or birth/kinship families. My expertise however extends beyond adoption, addressing life's various challenges, including identity, relationships, and self-discovery. I also help clients with challenges like anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship struggles, grief, loss, and trauma.
I am a trained mediator, and work with separation, divorce, child custody, family conflict as well as family business, business and community organizations looking for mediation.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families who want to work on improving their situation, learning about themselves, their interactions with others, and finding healthier ways to live. I see clients for short-term and longer-term therapy.
I am a trained mediator, and work with separation, divorce, child custody, family conflict as well as family business, business and community organizations looking for mediation.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families who want to work on improving their situation, learning about themselves, their interactions with others, and finding healthier ways to live. I see clients for short-term and longer-term therapy.
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By Peaceful Waters provides comprehensive counselling services including: Psychological, Individual, Marital, Family, Group, Theraplay and Child, Art, Music, Mediation, Child Centred Divorce Services, Nutrition, Pastoral, and Spiritual Direction.
Life is difficult. Complex circumstances hit us all, often resulting in a diminished ability for us to live life to its fullest. Unresolved emotional pain and trauma can give rise to depression, anger, anxiety, low self-esteem, and abuse of self and others. By Peaceful Waters therapists combine our professional training and our Christian faith to bring healing and restoration to spiritual, emotional, cognitive, behavioral, and relational hurts. We offer a safe, non-judgmental and empathetic environment, nourishing hope and healing, in which the whole person is valued, affirmed and empowered, not just to survive but to thrive.
By Peaceful Waters provides comprehensive counselling services including: Psychological, Individual, Marital, Family, Group, Theraplay and Child, Art, Music, Mediation, Child Centred Divorce Services, Nutrition, Pastoral, and Spiritual Direction.
Life is difficult. Complex circumstances hit us all, often resulting in a diminished ability for us to live life to its fullest. Unresolved emotional pain and trauma can give rise to depression, anger, anxiety, low self-esteem, and abuse of self and others. By Peaceful Waters therapists combine our professional training and our Christian faith to bring healing and restoration to spiritual, emotional, cognitive, behavioral, and relational hurts. We offer a safe, non-judgmental and empathetic environment, nourishing hope and healing, in which the whole person is valued, affirmed and empowered, not just to survive but to thrive.
Cassandra Smith
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, CYW, AAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stratford, ON N5A (Online Only)
I have 15 years field experience as a Child and Youth worker and mental health advocate.
Primarily, my focus is on youth mental health and addictions. Given the complex situations that presents, their families are also included in that.
I have 15 years field experience as a Child and Youth worker and mental health advocate.
Primarily, my focus is on youth mental health and addictions. Given the complex situations that presents, their families are also included in that.
Let's talk. Whether it's a big transition in life or a goal that you want to accomplish, having someone to help create the solution can be helpful. I want to come alongside you in your mental health journey and help you identify your goals and how you can make meaningful steps to get there.
Let's talk. Whether it's a big transition in life or a goal that you want to accomplish, having someone to help create the solution can be helpful. I want to come alongside you in your mental health journey and help you identify your goals and how you can make meaningful steps to get there.
Brighter Vision Counselling Psychology & Wellness
Registered Social Worker, CPsych, RSW, RP, PR(Q), PHEc
Verified Verified
Stratford, ON N5A
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? Happier? Less stressful? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers, and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind, your body, and your relationships. We believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live a better, happier, less stressful life.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? Happier? Less stressful? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers, and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind, your body, and your relationships. We believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live a better, happier, less stressful life.
Dan Coburn Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stratford, ON N5A
I'm here to help you face emotional and relationship challenges so you can overcome what’s holding you back and find ways to move forward. I'm a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist (MSW, RSW) who offers counselling and therapy services to couples, families, individuals, men, and parents. Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is a primary therapeutic approach in my counselling practice. EFT is an evidence-based therapy used with couples, families, and individuals.
I'm here to help you face emotional and relationship challenges so you can overcome what’s holding you back and find ways to move forward. I'm a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist (MSW, RSW) who offers counselling and therapy services to couples, families, individuals, men, and parents. Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is a primary therapeutic approach in my counselling practice. EFT is an evidence-based therapy used with couples, families, and individuals.
Bridget McCann
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, OAMHP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Stratford, ON N5A (Online Only)
Every single one of us experiences life from a unique lens, which is influenced by the various factors in our day-to-day lives. But sometimes, our lens becomes cloudy, making it feel as though we can’t see which direction we’re going. That's where I come in. My approach to psychotherapy focuses on helping clients gain clarity, overcome barriers, and experience positive transformative change towards mental and physical wellness. This is achieved through collaboratively working with clients and providing them with skills, resources, and a safe space to be their true selves.
Every single one of us experiences life from a unique lens, which is influenced by the various factors in our day-to-day lives. But sometimes, our lens becomes cloudy, making it feel as though we can’t see which direction we’re going. That's where I come in. My approach to psychotherapy focuses on helping clients gain clarity, overcome barriers, and experience positive transformative change towards mental and physical wellness. This is achieved through collaboratively working with clients and providing them with skills, resources, and a safe space to be their true selves.
Therapy shouldn't feel like a chore. While it might sometimes be hard to hear what is discussed in therapy, overall you should leave feeling like you've gained something useful or even transformative. Over time, you should feel you are getting stronger, more resilient and have shed layers of fear and anxiety. Of course this process can be overwhelming at times and you might not always progress on the timeframe that you thought you would, but when therapy goes well, you should feel more settled and more clear about your life. You should gain understanding about yourself and others and have a renewed sense of purpose and passion
Therapy shouldn't feel like a chore. While it might sometimes be hard to hear what is discussed in therapy, overall you should leave feeling like you've gained something useful or even transformative. Over time, you should feel you are getting stronger, more resilient and have shed layers of fear and anxiety. Of course this process can be overwhelming at times and you might not always progress on the timeframe that you thought you would, but when therapy goes well, you should feel more settled and more clear about your life. You should gain understanding about yourself and others and have a renewed sense of purpose and passion
Leslie Saucier Registered Social Worker
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Stratford, ON N4Z
Relationships are everything! My approach focuses on things that impact your personal relationships. The health of our relationships impacts every aspect of our daily functioning. If relationships with friends, family or significant others are impacting how you feel about yourself and the world then my services may be for you.
Relationships are everything! My approach focuses on things that impact your personal relationships. The health of our relationships impacts every aspect of our daily functioning. If relationships with friends, family or significant others are impacting how you feel about yourself and the world then my services may be for you.
Christine Bondy
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Stratford, ON N4Z
As a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist, I have a keen interest in working with youth and adults experiencing a variety of life challenges. There are several concerns that I can help people work through including depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, self-esteem, anger, separation issues, as well as others. I recognize that we are all unique and that everyone is the expert of their own situation. I am merely a guide to help work through challenges and accomplish goals.
As a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist, I have a keen interest in working with youth and adults experiencing a variety of life challenges. There are several concerns that I can help people work through including depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, self-esteem, anger, separation issues, as well as others. I recognize that we are all unique and that everyone is the expert of their own situation. I am merely a guide to help work through challenges and accomplish goals.
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Child psychologists in Stratford, ON provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Stratford build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Stratford build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.