Male Therapists in Waterloo, ON

Photo of Grant Steven Martin - Liberation Counselling, Grant Martin , PhD, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Liberation Counselling, Grant Martin
Registered Social Worker, PhD, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
Are you struggling to do the things you want to do; or not do the things you don’t want to do? Do your thoughts dominate you – telling you who you can and can’t be? Is your life shrinking as you struggle to control or avoid painful thoughts and emotions (e.g. anxiety and depression). Therapies focused on behavioural change can help! Are you stuck in fear, grief, panic, anger, and/or shame du to past traumas? Do these feelings have you locked in patterns of addiction, self-hatred, self-isolation, or blaming others? Are these patterns negatively impacting your sense of self and relationships? Trauma processing therapies can help!
Are you struggling to do the things you want to do; or not do the things you don’t want to do? Do your thoughts dominate you – telling you who you can and can’t be? Is your life shrinking as you struggle to control or avoid painful thoughts and emotions (e.g. anxiety and depression). Therapies focused on behavioural change can help! Are you stuck in fear, grief, panic, anger, and/or shame du to past traumas? Do these feelings have you locked in patterns of addiction, self-hatred, self-isolation, or blaming others? Are these patterns negatively impacting your sense of self and relationships? Trauma processing therapies can help!
(226) 640-8912 View (226) 640-8912
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Jordan Daniel Hunsberger
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
I am a registered psychotherapist who cares a lot about helping individuals and couples find their way to greater wellbeing when facing life's challenges. Whether you're dealing with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, grief, or just trying to manage everyday ups and downs, I'm here to offer support.
I am a registered psychotherapist who cares a lot about helping individuals and couples find their way to greater wellbeing when facing life's challenges. Whether you're dealing with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, grief, or just trying to manage everyday ups and downs, I'm here to offer support.
(226) 313-2378 View (226) 313-2378
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Sanjay Govindaraj
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, MAES
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2V
I acknowledge the profound vulnerability that comes with sharing personal stories, particularly those involving trauma, illness, grief, addiction, or depression. Creating a secure, compassionate, and respectful space is my priority. I am deeply attuned to the individual needs of each person and strive to establish trust through active listening and unwavering support. I rely on evidence-based techniques and approaches that are aimed at empowering you to unlock your true potential. I adopt a holistic perspective, recognizing the interconnectedness of the body, mind, and spirit in the pursuit of balance and optimal health
I acknowledge the profound vulnerability that comes with sharing personal stories, particularly those involving trauma, illness, grief, addiction, or depression. Creating a secure, compassionate, and respectful space is my priority. I am deeply attuned to the individual needs of each person and strive to establish trust through active listening and unwavering support. I rely on evidence-based techniques and approaches that are aimed at empowering you to unlock your true potential. I adopt a holistic perspective, recognizing the interconnectedness of the body, mind, and spirit in the pursuit of balance and optimal health
(226) 455-5765 View (226) 455-5765
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Ezra Branderhorst
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
I help people who are ready for change and have tried other methods with little success. Even small steps toward change can lead to significant progress. I offer a partnership with a relaxed approach that works at your pace, with you in control.
I help people who are ready for change and have tried other methods with little success. Even small steps toward change can lead to significant progress. I offer a partnership with a relaxed approach that works at your pace, with you in control.
(226) 907-5027 View (226) 907-5027
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Aidan McNaughton
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MPsy
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
Are there aspects of your life that feel daunting, overwhelming, or difficult to manage? Does it feel like no one really understands you? Maybe you've had friends or family members suggest that you give therapy a try. Maybe you've come to that conclusion on your own. Either way, you may be asking yourself, "How will therapy help me? What will my therapist say? Are they just going to analyze me and tell me what I should be doing differently?"
Are there aspects of your life that feel daunting, overwhelming, or difficult to manage? Does it feel like no one really understands you? Maybe you've had friends or family members suggest that you give therapy a try. Maybe you've come to that conclusion on your own. Either way, you may be asking yourself, "How will therapy help me? What will my therapist say? Are they just going to analyze me and tell me what I should be doing differently?"
(548) 490-7662 View (548) 490-7662
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Kyle Gingerich
Registered Social Worker, PhD, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2L
Whatever your reasons for seeking therapy, I am here to help you navigate life's challenges by creating a safe and non-judgemental space where we can work through important things that might be difficult to talk about elsewhere. Using a variety of client-centered approaches tailored to your unique needs, I am committed to helping you understand more about yourself and others and to collaborating with you to transform the obstacles that may be standing in the way of the life you want to live. If you are feeling overwhelmed or just stuck and want to make some impactful changes, I would be honoured to work with you.
Whatever your reasons for seeking therapy, I am here to help you navigate life's challenges by creating a safe and non-judgemental space where we can work through important things that might be difficult to talk about elsewhere. Using a variety of client-centered approaches tailored to your unique needs, I am committed to helping you understand more about yourself and others and to collaborating with you to transform the obstacles that may be standing in the way of the life you want to live. If you are feeling overwhelmed or just stuck and want to make some impactful changes, I would be honoured to work with you.
(226) 894-8433 View (226) 894-8433
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Christopher Mertz
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MTA
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2J
Hello my name is Chris, I am a registered psychotherapist (RP) and accredited music therapist (MTA). I feel passionate about mental health, community, and connecting with people. My background in front-line mental healthcare including palliative, addictions, and homelessness work has shown me the important role that relationships play in healing. I have experience working with a broad population, including teens and adults in areas of addiction, grief, anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD/ASD, relationship breakdown, life transitions, and sexuality.
Hello my name is Chris, I am a registered psychotherapist (RP) and accredited music therapist (MTA). I feel passionate about mental health, community, and connecting with people. My background in front-line mental healthcare including palliative, addictions, and homelessness work has shown me the important role that relationships play in healing. I have experience working with a broad population, including teens and adults in areas of addiction, grief, anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD/ASD, relationship breakdown, life transitions, and sexuality.
(226) 270-6944 View (226) 270-6944
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Elliot Keane Fraser
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA , RP (Q)
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
Are you feeling lost or confused about who you are? Do you feel defined by your past and can’t move forward? Are you feeling worried about the future, unsure of what to do next? Does your stress feel overwhelming and inescapable? These thoughts and emotions can seem impossible to navigate or overcome. I am here to help so that you don’t have to face these challenges alone. Think of me as a guide, empowering you to take control of your journey going forward. I offer a space where you can be fully witnessed as you are, free from judgment, and explore new possibilities for what your life can be
Are you feeling lost or confused about who you are? Do you feel defined by your past and can’t move forward? Are you feeling worried about the future, unsure of what to do next? Does your stress feel overwhelming and inescapable? These thoughts and emotions can seem impossible to navigate or overcome. I am here to help so that you don’t have to face these challenges alone. Think of me as a guide, empowering you to take control of your journey going forward. I offer a space where you can be fully witnessed as you are, free from judgment, and explore new possibilities for what your life can be
(226) 705-1046 View (226) 705-1046
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Greg Jenkins
Counsellor, PhD, RCC, RP
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2L  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Not accepting new clients at this time: Over 20 years of experience guides my work with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. I work to be easy to talk to and non-judgmental. Each person is different and together we'll find what works for you.
Not accepting new clients at this time: Over 20 years of experience guides my work with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. I work to be easy to talk to and non-judgmental. Each person is different and together we'll find what works for you.
(778) 766-4570 View (778) 766-4570
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Josh Rinz
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, AAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
I bring an enthusiastic and innovative approach to therapy. My role as a therapist is to create a safe and engaging space where clients can explore their own stories and discover their sense of hope within. I work with individuals, couples, and families. I have training and experience in working with adolescents, individuals who are on the autism spectrum, individuals with ADHD, and people with special needs as well as their families and caregivers.
I bring an enthusiastic and innovative approach to therapy. My role as a therapist is to create a safe and engaging space where clients can explore their own stories and discover their sense of hope within. I work with individuals, couples, and families. I have training and experience in working with adolescents, individuals who are on the autism spectrum, individuals with ADHD, and people with special needs as well as their families and caregivers.
(226) 702-4667 View (226) 702-4667
Photo of Paul Radkowski, MA, RP, Registered Psychotherapist
Paul Radkowski
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
As an internationally awarded registered psychotherapist, I help clients redefine how they live their lives. I enjoy working with older children, adolescents, couples, families as well as individual adults. I will help you to challenge the problematic assumptions and ways of being that prevent you from realizing the full potential of your life. I work from a collaborative stance that assumes you are the expert on your life and share my own expertise in helping people overcome emotional problems, troublesome habits and relationship roadblocks to help you create new solutions to what used to be old problems.
As an internationally awarded registered psychotherapist, I help clients redefine how they live their lives. I enjoy working with older children, adolescents, couples, families as well as individual adults. I will help you to challenge the problematic assumptions and ways of being that prevent you from realizing the full potential of your life. I work from a collaborative stance that assumes you are the expert on your life and share my own expertise in helping people overcome emotional problems, troublesome habits and relationship roadblocks to help you create new solutions to what used to be old problems.
(519) 900-1608 View (519) 900-1608
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Geoffrey Reekie
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2K
Don't Suffer Any longer - We can help. At ASSIST Counselling and Psychiatric Services we provide rapid and long-lasting relief from the mental, emotional and physical pain caused by trauma, abuse, mental illness, infidelity, and addictions. Using cutting edge, best practice therapeutic approaches, we can help you recover fast. At ASSIST we pride ourselves on being accessible and reliable. We offer initial appointments in hours, not weeks. We offer relief in 1-5 sessions. We have psychiatrists who can provide assessments and consultations in days, not months. Don't wait until a problem harms your family, career or health.
Don't Suffer Any longer - We can help. At ASSIST Counselling and Psychiatric Services we provide rapid and long-lasting relief from the mental, emotional and physical pain caused by trauma, abuse, mental illness, infidelity, and addictions. Using cutting edge, best practice therapeutic approaches, we can help you recover fast. At ASSIST we pride ourselves on being accessible and reliable. We offer initial appointments in hours, not weeks. We offer relief in 1-5 sessions. We have psychiatrists who can provide assessments and consultations in days, not months. Don't wait until a problem harms your family, career or health.
(249) 493-6449 View (249) 493-6449
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Matthew Harpster
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2J
I have years of experience in working with individuals and couples needing help in navigating life's issues. My goal is to help clients better understand themselves, make goals and pursue them.
I have years of experience in working with individuals and couples needing help in navigating life's issues. My goal is to help clients better understand themselves, make goals and pursue them.
(226) 773-8925 View (226) 773-8925
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Transformation Counselling, In-Person & Online
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2J
Transformation Counselling is Waterloo's largest in-person and online private counselling centre with over 25 registered psychotherapists and registered social workers to choose from. We offer personalized and inclusive counselling services for adults, teens, couples, and families in-person and online. Our goal is to help you find a therapist that's the right fit for you so that you can get the help you need sooner than later.
Transformation Counselling is Waterloo's largest in-person and online private counselling centre with over 25 registered psychotherapists and registered social workers to choose from. We offer personalized and inclusive counselling services for adults, teens, couples, and families in-person and online. Our goal is to help you find a therapist that's the right fit for you so that you can get the help you need sooner than later.
(226) 641-6788 View (226) 641-6788
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Simon Massicotte
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L  (Online Only)
How are you today? It's a question often met with a nod and a smile, yet rarely do we pause to be honest with ourselves, let alone with strangers. Maybe you're navigating life's complexities with ease, but something feels amiss. Perhaps you've been grappling with challenges lately and feel unsure about how to move forward. Regardless of how you're feeling, I commend you for taking a moment to consider therapy. My aim is to provide a judgment-free and supportive space where you can reconnect with yourself, explore life's profound questions, and enhance your well-being.
How are you today? It's a question often met with a nod and a smile, yet rarely do we pause to be honest with ourselves, let alone with strangers. Maybe you're navigating life's complexities with ease, but something feels amiss. Perhaps you've been grappling with challenges lately and feel unsure about how to move forward. Regardless of how you're feeling, I commend you for taking a moment to consider therapy. My aim is to provide a judgment-free and supportive space where you can reconnect with yourself, explore life's profound questions, and enhance your well-being.
(226) 782-0581 View (226) 782-0581
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Clinical Supervision - Upstream Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, MA RP
Verified Verified
17 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L  (Online Only)
**NO WAIT LIST** Welcome to Upstream Counselling! If you're reading this, it's likely because you’re unsatisfied with something in your life and you’re on a mission to find better answers. Maybe you’re feeling frustrated and discouraged because the deeper connections you crave seem just beyond your reach. It doesn’t have to be this way. Do you want a better understanding of yourself? Do you want to communicate more effectively? Do you want to connect more deeply in your relationships? It’s time to get unstuck and start feeling better about your life.
**NO WAIT LIST** Welcome to Upstream Counselling! If you're reading this, it's likely because you’re unsatisfied with something in your life and you’re on a mission to find better answers. Maybe you’re feeling frustrated and discouraged because the deeper connections you crave seem just beyond your reach. It doesn’t have to be this way. Do you want a better understanding of yourself? Do you want to communicate more effectively? Do you want to connect more deeply in your relationships? It’s time to get unstuck and start feeling better about your life.
(226) 840-3229 View (226) 840-3229
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Guillermo Rodriguez
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2L
In life there are many paths to take; some are laid out for us, others we opt out of, and some come at a crossroads. Knowing what to do can become challenging and giving ourselves the space to explore where we are going or how we got there, can be a difficult process to undertake. Whether you find yourself lost, tired, and or uncertain, know that you do not have to come to these places alone. As someone on their own journey I understand the value of making sense and meaning of the stories we tell about ourselves, as these are the stories that will speak to how we view ourselves, others, and or communicate with the people we love.
In life there are many paths to take; some are laid out for us, others we opt out of, and some come at a crossroads. Knowing what to do can become challenging and giving ourselves the space to explore where we are going or how we got there, can be a difficult process to undertake. Whether you find yourself lost, tired, and or uncertain, know that you do not have to come to these places alone. As someone on their own journey I understand the value of making sense and meaning of the stories we tell about ourselves, as these are the stories that will speak to how we view ourselves, others, and or communicate with the people we love.
(226) 887-8747 View (226) 887-8747
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Isidro Carvalho
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2L  (Online Only)
Are you a queer, trans, or neurodivergent person dealing with the hurt of discrimination, rejection, or the feeling that folks around you just don’t understand? Maybe you struggle with trauma symptoms, dissociation, anxiety, depression, self-blame, or low self-worth. It can be hard to get up the courage to come to therapy only to feel like you have to explain the basics of your identity to your therapist. Worse yet, it can be scary to seek therapy when the field of psychology has historically tried to keep us from being our authentic selves.
Are you a queer, trans, or neurodivergent person dealing with the hurt of discrimination, rejection, or the feeling that folks around you just don’t understand? Maybe you struggle with trauma symptoms, dissociation, anxiety, depression, self-blame, or low self-worth. It can be hard to get up the courage to come to therapy only to feel like you have to explain the basics of your identity to your therapist. Worse yet, it can be scary to seek therapy when the field of psychology has historically tried to keep us from being our authentic selves.
(548) 918-5115 View (548) 918-5115
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Jonathan David Snowball
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J  (Online Only)
Do you suffer from anxiety? Are you having daily thoughts of worry, feelings of depression and doom? Have you experienced negative intrusive or obsessive thoughts, lost your motivation, trouble sleeping, feeling fatigued, have lost your motivation, muscle tension, difficulty focusing, or feeling isolated? Is your life full of stress?
Do you suffer from anxiety? Are you having daily thoughts of worry, feelings of depression and doom? Have you experienced negative intrusive or obsessive thoughts, lost your motivation, trouble sleeping, feeling fatigued, have lost your motivation, muscle tension, difficulty focusing, or feeling isolated? Is your life full of stress?
(365) 652-3311 View (365) 652-3311
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Peter R Holden
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2V
I am a trauma specialist. I have worked with children, adolescents and adults. I am currently offering Face to Face sessions making use of a large office. I do offer video conference through Microsoft Teams. I am utilizing EMDR and Trauma Focused CBT. You can be assured that the treatment modalities that I use are grounded in best practices to ensure that you will see positive changes in your life. I graduated with a Masters of Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier University in 1993, so I have a solid track record of Clinical Social Work Employment in the community and my Private Practice.
I am a trauma specialist. I have worked with children, adolescents and adults. I am currently offering Face to Face sessions making use of a large office. I do offer video conference through Microsoft Teams. I am utilizing EMDR and Trauma Focused CBT. You can be assured that the treatment modalities that I use are grounded in best practices to ensure that you will see positive changes in your life. I graduated with a Masters of Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier University in 1993, so I have a solid track record of Clinical Social Work Employment in the community and my Private Practice.
(226) 458-0818 View (226) 458-0818
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Andy Martin
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2L
I work with COUPLES and Individuals. Are you: Stressed? Anxious? Depressed? Confused? Conflicted? Don't know where to turn for help? Don't think anything can help you? Most people don't know what is wrong or how to describe what they are experiencing when they first go for counselling. You are not alone, your problems are not entirely unique and there is help - if you want it! Let me be your caring and empowering guide to discover your true potential.
I work with COUPLES and Individuals. Are you: Stressed? Anxious? Depressed? Confused? Conflicted? Don't know where to turn for help? Don't think anything can help you? Most people don't know what is wrong or how to describe what they are experiencing when they first go for counselling. You are not alone, your problems are not entirely unique and there is help - if you want it! Let me be your caring and empowering guide to discover your true potential.
(226) 887-8371 View (226) 887-8371
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Stone Silo Counselling & Wellness
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, MA, RP, CRPO
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
Many of the individuals we counsel seek help with various issues, ranging from emotional to physical well-being. Our team provides support and guidance on these topics for our clients to understand and enhance their overall quality of life, such as emotional support, problem-solving, growth and self-improvement, empowerment, and relief from symptoms. Seeking guidance and understanding is a step towards self-exploration. At Stone Silo, clients can find the support they need to express their innermost distress in an environment of acceptance and security - allowing them to identify new paths for growth with confidence.
Many of the individuals we counsel seek help with various issues, ranging from emotional to physical well-being. Our team provides support and guidance on these topics for our clients to understand and enhance their overall quality of life, such as emotional support, problem-solving, growth and self-improvement, empowerment, and relief from symptoms. Seeking guidance and understanding is a step towards self-exploration. At Stone Silo, clients can find the support they need to express their innermost distress in an environment of acceptance and security - allowing them to identify new paths for growth with confidence.
(226) 444-9562 View (226) 444-9562
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David Cesarini
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2L
Getting connected with a therapist can be difficult. I ask you to contact with basic information, your availability and a phone number. We discuss your needs, my qualifications and how we'll be working together. My approach to counselling is informal, but goal focused. Taking on only a few clients allows me to genuinely focus. Rates are per session and results may be noticeable within four to six sessions. Counselling is a safe place to be honest and share with a professional who has concern and the ability to walk you through the change needed for you to be healthier and happier. Connect if I can be that help.
Getting connected with a therapist can be difficult. I ask you to contact with basic information, your availability and a phone number. We discuss your needs, my qualifications and how we'll be working together. My approach to counselling is informal, but goal focused. Taking on only a few clients allows me to genuinely focus. Rates are per session and results may be noticeable within four to six sessions. Counselling is a safe place to be honest and share with a professional who has concern and the ability to walk you through the change needed for you to be healthier and happier. Connect if I can be that help.
(548) 900-9223 View (548) 900-9223
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Paul Carvalho
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BSc, BEd, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
I see you have courage and hope - which is why you are here looking for help. You use your inner strength every day to hide your inner thoughts and feelings from others. You hear and think about words like anxiety, burnout, or depression. Maybe you secretly wonder where you fit in with everyone else, what you should be doing, or where to start. Maybe you don’t feel seen or heard by others. These thoughts feel like a burden that keep you up at night, creep into your thoughts, create self-doubt, or impact your relationships with others. Maybe you have already tried speaking with someone and it didn’t help. That’s okay. Keep up hope.
I see you have courage and hope - which is why you are here looking for help. You use your inner strength every day to hide your inner thoughts and feelings from others. You hear and think about words like anxiety, burnout, or depression. Maybe you secretly wonder where you fit in with everyone else, what you should be doing, or where to start. Maybe you don’t feel seen or heard by others. These thoughts feel like a burden that keep you up at night, creep into your thoughts, create self-doubt, or impact your relationships with others. Maybe you have already tried speaking with someone and it didn’t help. That’s okay. Keep up hope.
(226) 640-3448 View (226) 640-3448
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Think Waterloo Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2V
Welcome! We hope you'll find what you're looking for at Think Waterloo Psychology. We are a group of highly-trained professionals who have been working within the KW area for well over a decade. We provide diagnostic assessment and treatment services for children and adults. We primarily focus on providing treatment and counselling services. People often reach out to our clinic for help with depression or mood problems, anxiety (e.g., trauma, panic attacks, OCD, social anxiety, worrying), insomnia, troubling thoughts, relationship problems and/or more general counselling in dealing with stress and the challenges of daily life.
Welcome! We hope you'll find what you're looking for at Think Waterloo Psychology. We are a group of highly-trained professionals who have been working within the KW area for well over a decade. We provide diagnostic assessment and treatment services for children and adults. We primarily focus on providing treatment and counselling services. People often reach out to our clinic for help with depression or mood problems, anxiety (e.g., trauma, panic attacks, OCD, social anxiety, worrying), insomnia, troubling thoughts, relationship problems and/or more general counselling in dealing with stress and the challenges of daily life.
(226) 784-1883 View (226) 784-1883

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Male Counsellors

As a man, why might I want to see a male therapist?

There are many reasons a man might wish to work with a male therapist, including a degree of shared identity, which may help client and therapist connect to each other and allow for a more free-flowing discussion of issues that can be deeply personal. Some men may feel more comfortable talking to a male therapist about relationship concerns, the pressures they feel around the roles society and family place on men, career or job challenges, self-esteem, or anger problems. For some men who have not had a male role models in their lives, a good male therapist may be especially helpful.

How can I find out about a therapist’s experience treating men?

Individuals looking for treatment should feel comfortable directly asking a therapist about their history treating men overall and the issues that arise in therapy with men. A good therapist will be happy to discuss such matters as well as their educational background, approach to treatment, and how they think they can aid a prospective client. Prospective clients should also ask what the expectation is for treatment, and what the fee structure is, and whether and which insurance plans are accepted.

Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?

Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with a male therapist. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges, in the case of male clients. Some women have prior negative experiences with women that predispose them to prefer working with a male in therapy. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.

Would a male therapist have specific training in treating men?

Generally, no. There are no certifications for treating men specifically, but there are continuing education classes that therapists may take that focus on treating men as a group. There are many therapists who focus on men and male issues in their treatment and therefore have experience and expertise in this domain.