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Ben Southern
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP

Ben Southern

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
684 Belmont Ave W, Unit 301, Kitchener, ON N2M
Let's Connect (226) 407-4172
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Do you feel alone? Have you been through some things that you just need to workout with someone? Have you been feeling out of control or just catching yourself doing things that you want to stop doing or stop reacting in XYZ way but just don't know how to stop? Or even just a feeling of deep emptiness and malaise? This is what I help people with. Especially if you work in tech, I used to before I switched into psychology while I was still at The University of Waterloo, there are just very few therapists with history in software.
I will be there by your side to help you talk through the things that you have not been able to before. To accept what may be painful to voice out loud. To share helpful tools for living the quality life you deserve to live. Therapy is meant to be a catalyst to build resilience and higher quality living. Let's try and do that together.
Reach out, let's talk about whether this is the right option for you. it's totally free for a quick 20 minute call. We can talk about what's going on for you, and just start to feel out if we are a good fit. Let's talk and get you some support. Addtional note: I can do direct billing for NIHB and any insurer under Telus eClaims
Call or Ben Southern now for a free 15 minute consultation - (226) 407-4172

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Maple Grove Counselling

684 Belmont Ave W

Unit 301

Kitchener, ON N2M map

(226) 407-4172
I offer EMDR and other therapies like CBT and just lending an ear if that is all you need. I am here to help you achieve your goals.
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Trauma and PTSD 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
looking for a therapist is difficult, I hope your mission ends here. Reach out and let's see how we get along!
Ben Southern
Let's Connect (226) 407-4172
Photo of Ben Southern, Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Maple Grove Counselling

684 Belmont Ave W

Unit 301

Kitchener, ON N2M map

(226) 407-4172
I offer EMDR and other therapies like CBT and just lending an ear if that is all you need. I am here to help you achieve your goals.
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Trauma and PTSD 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
looking for a therapist is difficult, I hope your mission ends here. Reach out and let's see how we get along!
Ben Southern

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $180

Payment Methods

American Express, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Alberta Blue Cross
  • Alberta School Employee
  • Alliance
  • Any/Out-of-network Insurance
  • Arete
  • Beneva | SSQ
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Canada Life | Great-West Life
  • Chambers Plan
  • CINUP
  • ComPsych
  • CVAP | Crime Victim
  • Desjardins
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Equitable Life of Canada
  • First Canadian Health
  • First Choice Health | FCH
  • First Nations Health Authority
  • Great-West Life
  • Green Shield Canada
  • Guardian
  • Health Net
  • Homewood Health
  • Humana
  • iA Financial Group
  • Insurance Corporation of British Columbia
  • Johnson
  • Johnston Group
  • LifeWise
  • Manulife
  • Maximum Benefit
  • Medavie Blue Cross
  • Medicare
  • Meridian
  • Military OneSource
  • MultiPlan
  • Pacific Blue Cross
  • Royal Canadian Mounted Police
  • Sentara Health Plans
  • SunLife
  • TELUS Health
  • The Co-operators
  • UHC UnitedHealthcare UBH United Behavioral Health
  • Veterans Affairs Canada
  • WSIB
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Clients upload a card they want to use to JaneApp, then every session I will email you a receipt which then can be submitted to your insurance provider for reimbursement. Most providers should cover psychotherapists (RPs). I am working on getting direct billing set up and it should be ready soon!
Photo of Ben Southern, Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Ben Southern
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 407-4172
"
Clients upload a card they want to use to JaneApp, then every session I will email you a receipt which then can be submitted to your insurance provider for reimbursement. Most providers should cover psychotherapists (RPs). I am working on getting direct billing set up and it should be ready soon!
Photo of Ben Southern, Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Ben Southern
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 407-4172

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 12581 Ben Southern
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 3 years
  • Attended Yorkville University, Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Graduated 2023
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I am a Registered Psychotherapist. I have nurtured a life-long passion for understanding human behaviour and decision making. I would say I have learned more from this passionate pursuit on my own than anything else. I love it. I am trained in EMDR, Gottman Couple's Therapy, CBT, and a few others.
Photo of Ben Southern, Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Ben Southern
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 407-4172
"
I am a Registered Psychotherapist. I have nurtured a life-long passion for understanding human behaviour and decision making. I would say I have learned more from this passionate pursuit on my own than anything else. I love it. I am trained in EMDR, Gottman Couple's Therapy, CBT, and a few others.
Photo of Ben Southern, Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Ben Southern
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 407-4172

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Issues
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
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I help people with anxiety, trauma, depression, loneliness, relationship issues and stresses, existential and disorganized life issues. Whatever you need, I am here to help. Everyone is different and thus the course of therapy looks different every time, but generally speaking we will start out by just getting to know each other and deeply understand who you are and thus what is happening and why.
Photo of Ben Southern, Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Ben Southern
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 407-4172
"
I help people with anxiety, trauma, depression, loneliness, relationship issues and stresses, existential and disorganized life issues. Whatever you need, I am here to help. Everyone is different and thus the course of therapy looks different every time, but generally speaking we will start out by just getting to know each other and deeply understand who you are and thus what is happening and why.
Photo of Ben Southern, Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Ben Southern
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 407-4172

5 Endorsements

Ashley Vieser-Barker
Ashley Vieser-Barker
Registered PsychotherapistMACPRP
Ben is a warm, authentic, and genuine with his approach. His down-to-earth demeanour makes the atmosphere feel safe and comfortable. He will meet you where you are at and make sure to to tailor therapy to what you need.
Elliot Keane Fraser
Elliot Keane Fraser
Registered PsychotherapistMACPRP
Ben is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who's caring and compassionate personality is evident right from the start. I would highly recommend Ben as a genuinely supportive therapist.
Madison Klie
Madison Klie
Registered PsychotherapistMARP
As a colleague of Ben, I have witnessed firsthand his exceptional dedication to his clients' well-being. His empathetic approach, combined with his extensive knowledge and expertise, makes his a trusted and effective therapist.
Muneeb Shahid
Muneeb Shahid
Registered PsychotherapistBAScMA
Ben has an incredible ability to establish connections with clients from all walks of life. With genuine care, he creates a safe environment for his clients to heal and thrive. Balancing wealth of knowledge with empathy truly makes him a standout.
Kristin Austman
Kristin Austman
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)BSc
Ben is an exceptional human who is naturally warm, understanding and empathetic with others. Additionally, Ben is experienced in a variety of psychotherapeutic approaches which he tailors to each individual, couple, or family in his practice.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Queer Allied

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Queer Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Gottman Method
  • Trauma Focused
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My aim is to know you well enough to use a treatment type that works for you. But if I had a home base it would be ACT which is based on CBT (a lot of acronyms). But I do help a lot of people with trauma focused work by using EMDR. Regardless of what it is you want to work on, we move at your pace, and what you are comfortable with. I am here to help with what you need.
Photo of Ben Southern, Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Ben Southern
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 407-4172
"
My aim is to know you well enough to use a treatment type that works for you. But if I had a home base it would be ACT which is based on CBT (a lot of acronyms). But I do help a lot of people with trauma focused work by using EMDR. Regardless of what it is you want to work on, we move at your pace, and what you are comfortable with. I am here to help with what you need.
Photo of Ben Southern, Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Ben Southern
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 407-4172

Location

Primary Location

Maple Grove Counselling

684 Belmont Ave W

Unit 301

Kitchener, ON N2M

(226) 407-4172

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

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I offer EMDR and other therapies like CBT and just lending an ear if that is all you need. I am here to help you achieve your goals.
Photo of Ben Southern, Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Ben Southern
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Call for a free consultation now - (226) 407-4172
"
I offer EMDR and other therapies like CBT and just lending an ear if that is all you need. I am here to help you achieve your goals.
Photo of Ben Southern, Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Ben Southern
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Call for a free consultation now - (226) 407-4172