Racial Identity Therapists in Waterloo, ON
Hey — I’m Shirley! I’m an pre-license art therapist and psychotherapist. That means that even if putting words to your struggle is hard, we’ve got other methods of communicating which can be really helpful when working through tough stuff. I love working with all kinds of people who are looking to manage hard things, but especially people who have immigrated to Canada, are in the queer community, or have lived the caregiver role. Immigration is tough and finding a community again is important — so is getting the support you need to function at your best.
Hey — I’m Shirley! I’m an pre-license art therapist and psychotherapist. That means that even if putting words to your struggle is hard, we’ve got other methods of communicating which can be really helpful when working through tough stuff. I love working with all kinds of people who are looking to manage hard things, but especially people who have immigrated to Canada, are in the queer community, or have lived the caregiver role. Immigration is tough and finding a community again is important — so is getting the support you need to function at your best.
André Johnson
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP (Q), MACP, BAS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2V
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).
Andre Watkis
Registered Social Worker, HBSc, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
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
Rafeah Gangat
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
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.
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!
Hazel-Ann Francis
Counsellor, MEd, CCC, OCT
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2T (Online Only)
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I specialize in anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, suicidal ideation, and racial trauma. I believe that people are the experts of their own lives and thrive when space and support are offered along the way. I have been an educator for over 15 years supporting youth and young adults who experience difficulties with life transitions.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, suicidal ideation, and racial trauma. I believe that people are the experts of their own lives and thrive when space and support are offered along the way. I have been an educator for over 15 years supporting youth and young adults who experience difficulties with life transitions.
Achlaï Ernest Wallace
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
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.
Joyce Sijia Luo
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! I speak both English and Mandarin fluently. As a Registered Social Worker (RSW) and Psychotherapist, I have extensive experience engaging in mental health field, and specialize working with older adolescents, post-secondary students and young adults in the Chinese, Mandarin-Speaking community with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Emotion Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT). It is a privilege and honor to connect with you and I look forward to supporting your mental health journey.
Accepting new clients! I speak both English and Mandarin fluently. As a Registered Social Worker (RSW) and Psychotherapist, I have extensive experience engaging in mental health field, and specialize working with older adolescents, post-secondary students and young adults in the Chinese, Mandarin-Speaking community with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Emotion Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT). It is a privilege and honor to connect with you and I look forward to supporting your mental health journey.
Momna Sajid
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L (Online Only)
As a therapist, my goal is to assist clients in processing events rather than simply moving past their issues. I believe in encouraging couples, families, and individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and complex trauma to analyze their situations and navigate the difficulties in life. Together, we work on developing tools and strategies to handle difficult emotions and improve overall well-being.
As a therapist, my goal is to assist clients in processing events rather than simply moving past their issues. I believe in encouraging couples, families, and individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and complex trauma to analyze their situations and navigate the difficulties in life. Together, we work on developing tools and strategies to handle difficult emotions and improve overall well-being.
Monique Peats
Registered Social Worker, MTS-PC, MSW, RSW, OACCPP, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
As a Therapist, Registered Social Worker and co-founder of an internationally awarded recovery wellness program, my goal is to help you on your healing journey. I enjoy working with couples, individuals, youth, older children and families. I will collaboratively work alongside you using evidence informed theories to help you work through the things that are keeping you from living your best life. I believe that you are the expert in your life and that my role is to equip you with tools that will enable you to work through the issues that are most concerning.
As a Therapist, Registered Social Worker and co-founder of an internationally awarded recovery wellness program, my goal is to help you on your healing journey. I enjoy working with couples, individuals, youth, older children and families. I will collaboratively work alongside you using evidence informed theories to help you work through the things that are keeping you from living your best life. I believe that you are the expert in your life and that my role is to equip you with tools that will enable you to work through the issues that are most concerning.
Zoey believes in client-focused and strength-based care when it comes to therapy. Zoey specializes in helping university students and young adults navigate challenges such as academic and work stress, intergenerational traumas, emotional regulation problems, depression, anxiety, life transitions, low self-esteem, relationship issues, discrimination, and systemic oppression. Zoey enjoys working with second-generation immigrants in helping them process the traumas with her unique understanding and lived experience as a person of color and as an immigrant.
Zoey believes in client-focused and strength-based care when it comes to therapy. Zoey specializes in helping university students and young adults navigate challenges such as academic and work stress, intergenerational traumas, emotional regulation problems, depression, anxiety, life transitions, low self-esteem, relationship issues, discrimination, and systemic oppression. Zoey enjoys working with second-generation immigrants in helping them process the traumas with her unique understanding and lived experience as a person of color and as an immigrant.
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I provide compassionate and non-judgmental support using a client centered framework for those who experience intergenerational and relational trauma. I believe that everyone deserves to have their experiences validated and witnessed. I am passionate about empowering others, and I strive to do so by encouraging them to develop healthy boundaries and self-compassion.
I provide compassionate and non-judgmental support using a client centered framework for those who experience intergenerational and relational trauma. I believe that everyone deserves to have their experiences validated and witnessed. I am passionate about empowering others, and I strive to do so by encouraging them to develop healthy boundaries and self-compassion.
Elizabeth Snider
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2L (Online Only)
Sometimes life can feel hard, and many times, it can feel that we are carrying the weight of the world on our shoulders, unnoticed, and unheard. Therapy can be a space for vulnerability, exploration, healing and growth, a space to share anything that’s on your mind knowing you will be supported, heard, and validated by a caring therapist. If are struggling with depression or anxiety, difficult relationships or/and life transitions, or perhaps you are struggling to find your place in an ever-changing uncertain world, therapy can help you find a way to move forward.
Sometimes life can feel hard, and many times, it can feel that we are carrying the weight of the world on our shoulders, unnoticed, and unheard. Therapy can be a space for vulnerability, exploration, healing and growth, a space to share anything that’s on your mind knowing you will be supported, heard, and validated by a caring therapist. If are struggling with depression or anxiety, difficult relationships or/and life transitions, or perhaps you are struggling to find your place in an ever-changing uncertain world, therapy can help you find a way to move forward.
Are you in need of more insight into your personal or relational struggles? Maybe you feel like you're stuck in a loop of destructive behaviors, and don't know how to get out. Maybe you notice distance or tension in your relationship, and need to make sense of it all, and become connected again. Maybe you are ready to unpack and process unresolved trauma, and need the support of a professional in a safe and trusting environment.
Are you in need of more insight into your personal or relational struggles? Maybe you feel like you're stuck in a loop of destructive behaviors, and don't know how to get out. Maybe you notice distance or tension in your relationship, and need to make sense of it all, and become connected again. Maybe you are ready to unpack and process unresolved trauma, and need the support of a professional in a safe and trusting environment.
Muneeb Shahid
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BASc, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
Are you feeling hesitant about seeking therapy? It's natural to have reservations. After all, therapy can be perceived as expensive, challenging, and demanding in terms of time. And you know what? You're not wrong. Therapy isn't for everyone, and that's perfectly okay. Just like any journey, it's about finding the right path that resonates with you. But if you're here, it's likely because deep down, you recognize the importance of addressing your mental well-being.
Are you feeling hesitant about seeking therapy? It's natural to have reservations. After all, therapy can be perceived as expensive, challenging, and demanding in terms of time. And you know what? You're not wrong. Therapy isn't for everyone, and that's perfectly okay. Just like any journey, it's about finding the right path that resonates with you. But if you're here, it's likely because deep down, you recognize the importance of addressing your mental well-being.
Gyeong Kim is an experienced therapist as he has practiced professional counselling more than 15 years in US, S. Korea, and Canada. In Canada, he has practiced psychotherapy since 2018. In U.S., he practiced as a Licensed Professional Counselor and Pastoral Counselor since 2010.
Gyeong Kim is an experienced therapist as he has practiced professional counselling more than 15 years in US, S. Korea, and Canada. In Canada, he has practiced psychotherapy since 2018. In U.S., he practiced as a Licensed Professional Counselor and Pastoral Counselor since 2010.
Jay Scott
Registered Social Worker, BA (ip), CSW, AWCCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
I am passionate about working with a diverse set of communities, including people of colour, Indigenous communities, as well as immigrants. I specialize in the areas of mental health, trauma and infertility issues and works alongside clients who are struggling with anxiety and depression. With a musical background, I utilize music and art as a therapeutic tool to allow for clients to achieve their goals using creative methods.
I am passionate about working with a diverse set of communities, including people of colour, Indigenous communities, as well as immigrants. I specialize in the areas of mental health, trauma and infertility issues and works alongside clients who are struggling with anxiety and depression. With a musical background, I utilize music and art as a therapeutic tool to allow for clients to achieve their goals using creative methods.
Eunhyang Priscilla Sihn
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, MDiv, ThM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
Living a full and satisfying life is never easy, and can oftentimes be lonely and overwhelming. Nobody can or should “go it alone.” You may want to grow, learn, or tackle obstacles in your path. Or perhaps you simply want to relax and be heard. Regardless, you have come to a good place. My goal as a therapist and human being is to accompany you on your personal journey, supporting you in the ways you want, helping you realize who you might want to be, and providing you with tools/strategies to help you in a safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental environment.
Living a full and satisfying life is never easy, and can oftentimes be lonely and overwhelming. Nobody can or should “go it alone.” You may want to grow, learn, or tackle obstacles in your path. Or perhaps you simply want to relax and be heard. Regardless, you have come to a good place. My goal as a therapist and human being is to accompany you on your personal journey, supporting you in the ways you want, helping you realize who you might want to be, and providing you with tools/strategies to help you in a safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental environment.
Nishaana Jeyakumar
Pre-Licensed Professional, BHsc, RPQ
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
We all experience tough moments that feel overwhelming. Maybe you’re feeling stuck, anxious, or burdened by your past. Or perhaps life just doesn’t make sense right now, and you need someone to talk to. If that sounds like you, I’m here to help. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can be yourself. I believe that with the right support, everyone can grow and heal. Whether you’re dealing with old wounds or ongoing stress, I’ll be there to listen and guide you. Having gone through my own healing journey, I understand the challenges.
We all experience tough moments that feel overwhelming. Maybe you’re feeling stuck, anxious, or burdened by your past. Or perhaps life just doesn’t make sense right now, and you need someone to talk to. If that sounds like you, I’m here to help. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can be yourself. I believe that with the right support, everyone can grow and heal. Whether you’re dealing with old wounds or ongoing stress, I’ll be there to listen and guide you. Having gone through my own healing journey, I understand the challenges.
Tharani (Thar) Jeyakumar: Bridging Minds Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, BSc
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J (Online Only)
Welcome! I'm glad you're here. Finding the right support can feel like a journey through uncharted territory- especially when you feel stuck, alone, or hopeless. But know this: You're not alone. My name is Tharani (Thar) and I am a Registered Psychotherapist, ready to walk alongside you on this path to healing and growth. Whether you're grappling with past traumas, overcoming addiction, navigating the complexities of anxiety, or seeking to improve your relationships, I'm here to support you every step of the way. Together, you reclaim control over your life and feel empowered to make positive choices for yourself and your future.
Welcome! I'm glad you're here. Finding the right support can feel like a journey through uncharted territory- especially when you feel stuck, alone, or hopeless. But know this: You're not alone. My name is Tharani (Thar) and I am a Registered Psychotherapist, ready to walk alongside you on this path to healing and growth. Whether you're grappling with past traumas, overcoming addiction, navigating the complexities of anxiety, or seeking to improve your relationships, I'm here to support you every step of the way. Together, you reclaim control over your life and feel empowered to make positive choices for yourself and your future.
