Astrid Christian Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza

Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MA, RP (she, her)

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7 Endorsed

Waterloo, ON N2K

(226) 799-4950

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Feeling unseen, disconnected, or alone-even in a relationship that appears fine from outside? Maybe trust has been broken, and you don’t know how to repair it? Or you're longing for spiritual and personal growth but feel stuck. You don’t have to go through this alone - I’m here to help. I specialize in couples and family counselling, including Christian counselling, and have immediate availability to support you. Whether you’re: - Rebuilding trust after betrayal; - Navigating conflict in your relationship; - Adjusting to life as new parents; - Struggling with grief, anger, or loneliness. I’ll walk with you every step of your way.

I'm a certified EFT therapist supporting couples, families, new parents, and single moms to break free from painful patterns and reconnect with what truly matters. In our sessions, you'll find a safe, supportive space. You're the captain of your journey. Click “Email Me” to reach out - I’d be happy to connect with you!

Here you can heal, grow, and rediscover a life filled with meaning, love, and connection. My intensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma, and grief & loss therapy ensure that you receive expert, compassionate care. I look forward to walking with you. Warmly, Astrid

Call or Email Astrid Christian Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza now for a free 15 minute consultation - (226) 799-4950

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Waterloo, ON N2K

(226) 799-4950

Ottawa, ON K1K

If you use the "My website" button you can book a free consult or your first session right away. Email me for a free consultation.

I specialize in ADHD, Spirituality and Inherited Family Trauma

$185 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

E-Mail me if you experience grief, trauma or trust issues in your life, partnership or family.We will find a way for you. You are not alone!

Astrid Christian Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza

Let's Connect (226) 799-4950

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Waterloo, ON N2K

(226) 799-4950

Ottawa, ON K1K

If you use the "My website" button you can book a free consult or your first session right away. Email me for a free consultation.

I specialize in ADHD, Spirituality and Inherited Family Trauma

$185 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

E-Mail me if you experience grief, trauma or trust issues in your life, partnership or family.We will find a way for you. You are not alone!

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $185
Couple Sessions $185
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Cheque, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa, Wire

Insurance

Alliance
First Canadian Health
First Nations Health Authority
Manulife
Military OneSource
MultiPlan
Royal Canadian Mounted Police
SunLife
Veterans Affairs Canada

I offer a sliding scale, if you have no insurance. I am an NIHB approved therapist. Click the "My Website" button to book your free consult. Start becoming an even happier and better version of yourself now. Sessions in German, English and Bi-lingual (for couples and families).

Astrid Christian Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza

Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MA, RP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 799-4950

Astrid Christian Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza

Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MA, RP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 799-4950

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 13714 Astrid Christian Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 9 years

Attended Public Health Department Germany, Naturopath (Psychotherapy), Graduated 2016

Additional Credentials

Licensed by Province of Ontario / 13714

Membership with Certified EFT Therapist ICEEFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples, Families and Individuals) 2022

Certificate from German Public Health Department 2016

I am licensed in Canada and Germany as a Registered Psychotherapist since 2016. Languages: German and English. I am certified in grief and trauma work, CBT, and EFT, strength- and attachment-based therapy and mindfulness. I offer Christian Counselling e.g. for Couples, Families, Single Parents ...

Astrid Christian Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza

Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MA, RP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 799-4950

Astrid Christian Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza

Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MA, RP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 799-4950

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

ADHD
Spirituality
Inherited Family Trauma

Expertise

Anxiety
Child
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Education and Learning Disabilities
Family Conflict
Grief
Infertility
Life Coaching
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Mood Disorders
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

I help with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship challenges. Treatment may include talk therapy, EFT, CBT, and mindfulness tools tailored to your needs. You can expect clarity, emotional relief, stronger relationships, and practical tools to cope and thrive - step by step, at your own pace.

Astrid Christian Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza

Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MA, RP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 799-4950

Astrid Christian Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza

Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MA, RP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 799-4950

7 Endorsements

Cater Sloan

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, BFA, ExAT

Astrid is a kind and caring person with a passion for working with couples to improve their relationships.

Jasmine S Maharaj Samuel

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW

I Endorse Astrid

Thriving Families Counselling with Kendra Seymour

Registered Psychotherapist, BASc, MACP

Astrid is a compassionate therapist who provides excellent care for all her clients. Her genuine care comes through in all her work with couples, families and individuals.

Doaa Mahrous offers EMDR

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP

As a certified Emotionally Focused Therapist (EFT), Astrid brings a deep commitment to helping couples rebuild and strengthen their emotional bonds.

Alexandra Kljuseva

Registered Psychotherapist, MA

Astrid is an authentic therapist with experience in couples work and spiritual care. She's got a clever sense of humor and has been a great source of peer support as we navigate the challenges and rewards of doing therapy.

Marta Melinda Pap

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MEd, BComm, NLP

In her practice, Astrid works with couples to identify negative patterns that may be causing distress and guide them toward creating new, more supportive interactions. Her approach is compassionate, non-judgmental, and grounded.

Evan Dunne

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), BRE, MA

With extensive experience in trauma therapy, grief counselling, and being certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Astrid provides a safe, faith-based and supportive environment for individuals, couples, and families. I highly recommend her.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler ,

Children (6 to 10) ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Single Mother

I also speak

German

Religion

Christian

Age

Toddler ,

Children (6 to 10) ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Single Mother

I also speak

German

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Christian Counselling
Coaching
Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
Emotionally Focused
Enneagram-Work
Family / Marital
Interpersonal
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Neuro-Linguistic (NLP)
Person-Centered
Play Therapy
Positive Psychology
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Somatic
Strength-Based
Structural Family Therapy
Trauma Focused

Since we are all emotional human beings, clients experience best results when we use Emotionally Focused Therapy, combined with somatic work and strength based positive psychotherapy. Due to my own strong Christian background and deep believe in God's guidance (even at times when life is a pure struggle), I offer Christian Counselling upon request.

Astrid Christian Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza

Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MA, RP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 799-4950

Astrid Christian Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza

Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MA, RP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 799-4950

Groups

Online:Single Mom Mental health + inner resilience

Hosted by

Astrid Christian Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza

This counselling group is for all single parents, who want to raise their children (approx. until 12yo) need-oriented, using gentle guidance or attachment parenting and the wonderful outcome of the attachment theory. You will learn about this in the group. We will talk about existing struggles with sleep, feeding, temper tantrum, loneliness, anxiety, couple-issues etc., while ensuring to staying healthy, given the immense load of responsibility and self-abandonment and being the best parents possible for our fun and active children. Please email me if you are interested in this group.

Expertise

Parenting

Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)

Age

Adults

Group Meets

Every other

Location

Online

243 Grey Silo Rd

Please Email To Sign Up

Waterloo, ON N2K

Email Astrid Christian Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza about this group or call - (226) 799-4950

Online Winter SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder)

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Astrid Christian Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza

This is an online group for people wit signs and symptoms of SAD, which may include: Feeling listless, sad or down most of the day, nearly every day. ... Fall and winter SAD Trouble sleeping (insomnia) Poor appetite. Weight loss. Agitation or anxiety. Increased irritability. This group takes place 3 times a week. Please feel free to attend as often or as little as you like. Each session is separate and shall help the careseekers to be stronger for the day or the week. I suffered of SAD myself for many years, so I know what it means. Please email me.

Expertise

Anxiety

Depression

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)

Age

Adults

Session Cost

up to $20

Group Meets

Every Sat 1 P.M. - 2:30 P.M.

Location

Online

243 Grey Silo Rd

Please E-mail To Attend

Waterloo, ON N2K

Email Astrid Christian Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza about this group or call - (226) 799-4950

Online: Help with depression, anxiety, trauma

Hosted by

Astrid Christian Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza

This group is an open, drop-in group for everyone who deals with depression, anxiety, and trauma. As we can only become free from suffering if we walk through our emotions, I offer this group, where we will get to know each other. I work from an attachment point of view, using CBT and emotionally focused therapy and spiritual care. I am certified in trauma work. Should over time a core group develop, I would offer a set group for about 8-10 people. Please email me if you like to attend.

Expertise

Anxiety

Depression

Trauma and PTSD

Types of Therapy

Trauma Focused

Age

Adults

Location

Online

243 Grey Silo Rd

Please Email To Attend

Waterloo, ON N2K

Email Astrid Christian Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza about this group or call - (226) 799-4950

Location

Primary Location

Waterloo, ON N2K

(226) 799-4950

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Ottawa, ON K1K

(226) 799-4950

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

If you use the "My website" button you can book a free consult or your first session right away. Email me for a free consultation.

Astrid Christian Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza

Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MA, RP

Call for a free consultation now - (226) 799-4950

If you use the "My website" button you can book a free consult or your first session right away. Email me for a free consultation.

Astrid Christian Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza

Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MA, RP

Call for a free consultation now - (226) 799-4950