Child Therapists in N2L
Britni Chambers - - Whole Family Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L (Online Only)
Society tells us becoming a parent should to be natural, joyful, and will happen within our desired timeline. For some there is truth to this, but many parents are left disoriented with the gap between their expectations and reality. We are urged to pour into our children, give them all of our attention, but also find time for ourselves and our relationship. The challenges of this stage of life can leave parents feeling lonely, overwhelmed and with a sense of personal failure. You might wonder who you even are anymore and if things will ever change - If you are struggling, you are not alone, and it doesn’t have to stay this way.
Society tells us becoming a parent should to be natural, joyful, and will happen within our desired timeline. For some there is truth to this, but many parents are left disoriented with the gap between their expectations and reality. We are urged to pour into our children, give them all of our attention, but also find time for ourselves and our relationship. The challenges of this stage of life can leave parents feeling lonely, overwhelmed and with a sense of personal failure. You might wonder who you even are anymore and if things will ever change - If you are struggling, you are not alone, and it doesn’t have to stay this way.
The Delton Glebe Counselling Centre
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, RP
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2L
We offer individual, couple, family, adolescent, children and group counselling as well as preventative mental health services.
The Delton Glebe Counselling Centre is a multi-faith counselling agency committed to strengthening emotional and spiritual well-being. We are rooted in the belief that faith and spirituality are important resources for healing and change. We embrace diversity and cultural inclusivity and offer counselling to all individuals. We provide trained therapists who qualify for membership in the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
We offer individual, couple, family, adolescent, children and group counselling as well as preventative mental health services.
The Delton Glebe Counselling Centre is a multi-faith counselling agency committed to strengthening emotional and spiritual well-being. We are rooted in the belief that faith and spirituality are important resources for healing and change. We embrace diversity and cultural inclusivity and offer counselling to all individuals. We provide trained therapists who qualify for membership in the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
Kate McLeod
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
“Child and Youth Specialists” You’ve noticed that your child isn’t quite themselves lately, that they are withdrawn, and isolated, or struggling with severe anxiety. Maybe they are experiencing intense mood swings, anger outbursts, or even destructive behaviours such as self-harm or substance use. You are worried because your child won’t open up and share with you. You want to help your child, but you don't know how to. It is so scary to feel helpless when it comes to your child and to not know exactly what they need.
“Child and Youth Specialists” You’ve noticed that your child isn’t quite themselves lately, that they are withdrawn, and isolated, or struggling with severe anxiety. Maybe they are experiencing intense mood swings, anger outbursts, or even destructive behaviours such as self-harm or substance use. You are worried because your child won’t open up and share with you. You want to help your child, but you don't know how to. It is so scary to feel helpless when it comes to your child and to not know exactly what they need.
Jessie Quinn
Registered Social Worker, CDA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2L
I believe that the parent-child relationship is the foundation of children's mental wellness.
Through the activity of play I help children to make sense of difficult life experiences (e.g. divorce, death of a loved one) and navigate the big feelings (e.g. anxiety, anger, sadness) that are often at the root of challenging behaviour. I support children and their caregivers become more able to cope with how they are feeling, develop insight, emotional intelligence and confidence.
I believe that the parent-child relationship is the foundation of children's mental wellness.
Through the activity of play I help children to make sense of difficult life experiences (e.g. divorce, death of a loved one) and navigate the big feelings (e.g. anxiety, anger, sadness) that are often at the root of challenging behaviour. I support children and their caregivers become more able to cope with how they are feeling, develop insight, emotional intelligence and confidence.
Lynne Steffy
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2L
I also specialize in working with children and teens ages five - nineteen.
A safe and accepting environment is key to growth and change. Effective therapy allows people of all ages to rise to challenge by accomplishing goals. I am a registered therapist who provides confidential counselling to children, teens, adults and families in the K-W area. I am privledged to work with people through their most challenging times. My clients voice that they know I am geniune and sincere. I have specialized training and experience in working with people coping with family conflict, parenting, low self esteem, bullying, abuse, grief and loss, anger management, stress management, trauma, anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder.
I also specialize in working with children and teens ages five - nineteen.
A safe and accepting environment is key to growth and change. Effective therapy allows people of all ages to rise to challenge by accomplishing goals. I am a registered therapist who provides confidential counselling to children, teens, adults and families in the K-W area. I am privledged to work with people through their most challenging times. My clients voice that they know I am geniune and sincere. I have specialized training and experience in working with people coping with family conflict, parenting, low self esteem, bullying, abuse, grief and loss, anger management, stress management, trauma, anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder.
Wendy Gage - - Whole Family Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
New parenthood is such a tender time for couples. Whether you are trying to start a family, are a first time parent or a parent now managing more than one young child, you can find yourself depleted, overwhelmed, and experiencing a rollercoaster of emotions along with guilt at how that might be impacting your children. If you are managing a new baby with other young children, you may find that your older children are acting out at a time when you are sleep deprived and struggling to stay patient. Perhaps you and your partner hardly have time to connect and you feel distance or disconnected.
New parenthood is such a tender time for couples. Whether you are trying to start a family, are a first time parent or a parent now managing more than one young child, you can find yourself depleted, overwhelmed, and experiencing a rollercoaster of emotions along with guilt at how that might be impacting your children. If you are managing a new baby with other young children, you may find that your older children are acting out at a time when you are sleep deprived and struggling to stay patient. Perhaps you and your partner hardly have time to connect and you feel distance or disconnected.
Jennifer Nahwegahbow
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
If you're looking for a fresh and engaging approach to wellness for you or your child, we highly recommend booking a free 15-minute consultation with Jennifer.
Meet Jennifer, a therapist characterized by her exuberance, compassion, and warmheartedness. She possesses a unique ability to make therapy enjoyable, captivating, and, above all, effective. With a Master's degree in psychotherapy and spiritual care and an undergraduate degree in counselling and youth studies, Jennifer engages people in a holistic, person-centred, strength-based and playful fashion.
If you're looking for a fresh and engaging approach to wellness for you or your child, we highly recommend booking a free 15-minute consultation with Jennifer.
Meet Jennifer, a therapist characterized by her exuberance, compassion, and warmheartedness. She possesses a unique ability to make therapy enjoyable, captivating, and, above all, effective. With a Master's degree in psychotherapy and spiritual care and an undergraduate degree in counselling and youth studies, Jennifer engages people in a holistic, person-centred, strength-based and playful fashion.
Ally Dunphy | Art Therapist
Registered Psychotherapist, DTATI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
If you're a parent or caregiver in search of art therapy sessions for your child, you've arrived at a welcoming and supportive space! Life is tough, and noticing that your kiddo may be in need of some additional support is completely normal! Know that you’re doing the right thing by exploring therapeutic options for them. Art therapy can be a powerful resource to help your child learn emotional regulation skills, cope with daily anxiety, or navigate parental separation/divorce. This process offers a hands-on approach for healthy self-expression, and can foster beneficial change in your kid's life.
If you're a parent or caregiver in search of art therapy sessions for your child, you've arrived at a welcoming and supportive space! Life is tough, and noticing that your kiddo may be in need of some additional support is completely normal! Know that you’re doing the right thing by exploring therapeutic options for them. Art therapy can be a powerful resource to help your child learn emotional regulation skills, cope with daily anxiety, or navigate parental separation/divorce. This process offers a hands-on approach for healthy self-expression, and can foster beneficial change in your kid's life.
KW Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2L
Our services extend to children, adolescents and adults and we see individuals, couples, families and groups.
Welcome to KW Psychology where compassionate listening and evidence-based treatment converge to empower you to overcome challenges and rediscover joyful living. We are deeply rooted in the KW community with several of our Psychologists having served the needs of residents for over 25 years and have an important understanding of the unique needs of this community. We are a team of dedicated clinicians who have extensive training in assessment and evidence-based treatment of psychological problems. The goal of our practice is to provide psychological services tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.
Our services extend to children, adolescents and adults and we see individuals, couples, families and groups.
Welcome to KW Psychology where compassionate listening and evidence-based treatment converge to empower you to overcome challenges and rediscover joyful living. We are deeply rooted in the KW community with several of our Psychologists having served the needs of residents for over 25 years and have an important understanding of the unique needs of this community. We are a team of dedicated clinicians who have extensive training in assessment and evidence-based treatment of psychological problems. The goal of our practice is to provide psychological services tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.
Cathryn Irena Harris
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
Waitlist for new clients
This may include play therapy for children, reality therapy and behavioral contracting for adolescents, communication and conflict resolution skills for couples, coaching and education for parents, or EMDR and cognitive therapy for trauma survivors.
Stuck? Frustrated? Confused? Feeling hopeless? Or just wanting some encouragement to find an answer that feels just out of reach? Whether it is a relationship problem, a parenting challenge, a bad habit, a negative cycle, or traumatic memories that keeps defeating you, I hope to provide you with a safe place to explore the roots of what is keeping you stuck, and help you find new options and hope through changing how you relate to yourself and others. I believe that emotional freedom, trust, and true intimacy in relationships comes from having good boundaries within ourselves and with others.
This may include play therapy for children, reality therapy and behavioral contracting for adolescents, communication and conflict resolution skills for couples, coaching and education for parents, or EMDR and cognitive therapy for trauma survivors.
Stuck? Frustrated? Confused? Feeling hopeless? Or just wanting some encouragement to find an answer that feels just out of reach? Whether it is a relationship problem, a parenting challenge, a bad habit, a negative cycle, or traumatic memories that keeps defeating you, I hope to provide you with a safe place to explore the roots of what is keeping you stuck, and help you find new options and hope through changing how you relate to yourself and others. I believe that emotional freedom, trust, and true intimacy in relationships comes from having good boundaries within ourselves and with others.
Whole Family Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CC-PMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
We offer individual, couple, family therapy for those TTC, who are pregnant and parents in any stage as well as your children, youth and teens.
The early years of parenting are wild - the intensity of our emotional experience catches most off guard - we desperately want to get it right with our little people; so the stakes feel high. Conflicts arise as we try to negotiate shifting roles and responsibilities while exhausted, under-supported, and lacking in time to ourselves. So many of us feel incredibly overwhelmed with decision making and day to day life with new babies, and disconnected from our partner because we don't have time, energy or the desire to connect in the ways we used to. It can feel like we are in the deep end, treading water with no end in sight.
We offer individual, couple, family therapy for those TTC, who are pregnant and parents in any stage as well as your children, youth and teens.
The early years of parenting are wild - the intensity of our emotional experience catches most off guard - we desperately want to get it right with our little people; so the stakes feel high. Conflicts arise as we try to negotiate shifting roles and responsibilities while exhausted, under-supported, and lacking in time to ourselves. So many of us feel incredibly overwhelmed with decision making and day to day life with new babies, and disconnected from our partner because we don't have time, energy or the desire to connect in the ways we used to. It can feel like we are in the deep end, treading water with no end in sight.
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Jenny Lehmann
Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist, BA, BSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
I have experience working with individuals, couples, and groups as well as children and youth struggling with a broad range of difficulties and primarily work from a Cognitive Behavioural informed approach, but also find it highly effective to utilize an integrative approach to support all individuals’ unique situations and experiences.
If you are reading this, you have already taken the most challenging step on your path to healing and growth, and that’s reaching out for support. It can be incredibly overwhelming starting to focus on your mental health and wanting to make changes but not knowing where to begin, this is where I come in. My commitment is to create a safe and supportive environment for all individuals and one that emphasizes growth and development in a non-judgemental manner to help support clients’ goals and ultimately living happy and meaningful lives.
I have experience working with individuals, couples, and groups as well as children and youth struggling with a broad range of difficulties and primarily work from a Cognitive Behavioural informed approach, but also find it highly effective to utilize an integrative approach to support all individuals’ unique situations and experiences.
If you are reading this, you have already taken the most challenging step on your path to healing and growth, and that’s reaching out for support. It can be incredibly overwhelming starting to focus on your mental health and wanting to make changes but not knowing where to begin, this is where I come in. My commitment is to create a safe and supportive environment for all individuals and one that emphasizes growth and development in a non-judgemental manner to help support clients’ goals and ultimately living happy and meaningful lives.
Christina Page - - Whole Family Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist, MSW, RSW, CC-PMH, CC-BRT
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2L
So many parents feel blindsided by how differently parenting feels than what they expected - we are told that we will be exhausted, but filled with joy. And while there may be joy, we also often experience feelings of grief, resentment, helplessness and rage. We are confronted by the limits of our control in so many ways, and are more consumed with worry for our child and getting everything just right than we could have ever imagined. Our relationship with our partner may feel foreign and hard, and the ways that we would normally care for ourselves feel out of reach. Perhaps we think, should it be this hard?
So many parents feel blindsided by how differently parenting feels than what they expected - we are told that we will be exhausted, but filled with joy. And while there may be joy, we also often experience feelings of grief, resentment, helplessness and rage. We are confronted by the limits of our control in so many ways, and are more consumed with worry for our child and getting everything just right than we could have ever imagined. Our relationship with our partner may feel foreign and hard, and the ways that we would normally care for ourselves feel out of reach. Perhaps we think, should it be this hard?
Christina Kahlou
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
Waitlist for new clients
I believe we all dream to live lives of more and lives of less. More: happiness, peace, achieving meaningful goals, and joy in relationships. The opposite is also true, we seek lives with less. Less: stress, negative coping, anger, and disconnection. Are you one of millions of new Canadians trapped between 2 worlds? Is it time to create your own life? Do you experience anxiety, depression, or relationship issues that never seem to change; growing up "fine but feeling empty", or loveless parenting, do you want to change how you parent your own child--all of which can hold you back or instill panic. Small steps can feel overwhelming.
I believe we all dream to live lives of more and lives of less. More: happiness, peace, achieving meaningful goals, and joy in relationships. The opposite is also true, we seek lives with less. Less: stress, negative coping, anger, and disconnection. Are you one of millions of new Canadians trapped between 2 worlds? Is it time to create your own life? Do you experience anxiety, depression, or relationship issues that never seem to change; growing up "fine but feeling empty", or loveless parenting, do you want to change how you parent your own child--all of which can hold you back or instill panic. Small steps can feel overwhelming.
Season Tompkins
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
Waitlist for new clients
, ADHD, learning disorders), and autism evaluations with children, adolescents, adults, and seniors.
I currently have limited availability for virtual treatment and a waitlist for assessments. I work with clients of all ages struggling with a broad range of difficulties including: anxiety (e.g., perinatal, generalized/social anxiety, panic attacks, phobias), depression, difficulties in school (e.g., ADHD, learning disorders), social communication (e.g., autism), self-esteem, interpersonal issues, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress, and coping with neurological disorders or injuries (e.g., brain injury/illness, MS, epilepsy).
, ADHD, learning disorders), and autism evaluations with children, adolescents, adults, and seniors.
I currently have limited availability for virtual treatment and a waitlist for assessments. I work with clients of all ages struggling with a broad range of difficulties including: anxiety (e.g., perinatal, generalized/social anxiety, panic attacks, phobias), depression, difficulties in school (e.g., ADHD, learning disorders), social communication (e.g., autism), self-esteem, interpersonal issues, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress, and coping with neurological disorders or injuries (e.g., brain injury/illness, MS, epilepsy).
Andre Watkis
Registered Social Worker, HBSc, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
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, adults and seniors for over fourteen years. I am a registered social worker who holds an Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, Human Exceptionality in Learning and French, a Bachelor of Social Work degree and a Master of Social Work degree with a specialization in health. I have honed my therapeutic skills by working in grassroots and community agencies, addictions, specialized children’s mental health treatment, within an eating disorder clinic and in
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, adults and seniors for over fourteen years. I am a registered social worker who holds an Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, Human Exceptionality in Learning and French, a Bachelor of Social Work degree and a Master of Social Work degree with a specialization in health. I have honed my therapeutic skills by working in grassroots and community agencies, addictions, specialized children’s mental health treatment, within an eating disorder clinic and in
Dr. Sol Pound
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2L
As a clinical psychologist specializing in child and youth development, I understand the joys and challenges of raising children and youth.
Children and youth with mental health challenges need empathy and specialized support to navigate their complex emotions and behaviours, as well as difficult relationships and situations. At MindSteps Psychology we know the importance of feeling understood, cared-for, and confident when using strategies to cope with anxiety, depression, or other difficulties. Caregivers can also benefit from guidance and tools to effectively support their loved ones. At MindSteps, we believe in a harmonious balance between acceptance and change, where mental well-being is prioritized, and our clients feel heard, valued, and empowered to thrive.
As a clinical psychologist specializing in child and youth development, I understand the joys and challenges of raising children and youth.
Children and youth with mental health challenges need empathy and specialized support to navigate their complex emotions and behaviours, as well as difficult relationships and situations. At MindSteps Psychology we know the importance of feeling understood, cared-for, and confident when using strategies to cope with anxiety, depression, or other difficulties. Caregivers can also benefit from guidance and tools to effectively support their loved ones. At MindSteps, we believe in a harmonious balance between acceptance and change, where mental well-being is prioritized, and our clients feel heard, valued, and empowered to thrive.
Jenny Ingram
Occupational Therapist, BA, MSc, OT Reg
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L (Online Only)
Are you wondering how to help your smart but scattered child build organizational skills? Curious about navigating a sensory-rich world for your highly sensitive child? My occupational therapy practice provides a safe space for children and families to develop confidence and practice skills to participate more fully in school and family life. Virtual occupational therapy sessions are high-impact and playful, equipping you and your child with evidence-based strategies to support executive functioning skills, including brains that may have ADHD, gifted, and differently wired brains.
Are you wondering how to help your smart but scattered child build organizational skills? Curious about navigating a sensory-rich world for your highly sensitive child? My occupational therapy practice provides a safe space for children and families to develop confidence and practice skills to participate more fully in school and family life. Virtual occupational therapy sessions are high-impact and playful, equipping you and your child with evidence-based strategies to support executive functioning skills, including brains that may have ADHD, gifted, and differently wired brains.
Ruth vanLoon
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
I have extensive clinical experience supporting children, youth and adults with trauma, grief, anxiety and depression.
Accepting new clients. My goal is to work with people wherever they are at and empower them achieve their goals of who and where they want to be. There are so many difficult aspects of life that impact our ability to live as fully as we want to and make us feel stuck, whether that be anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, stress, family or relationship issues. I believe that healing is possible and I am passionate about offering a strengths-based approach, insight and skill building, compassion and a sense of humour to help you find it. I have extensive experience working with youth and adults and will adapt to your needs and goals.
I have extensive clinical experience supporting children, youth and adults with trauma, grief, anxiety and depression.
Accepting new clients. My goal is to work with people wherever they are at and empower them achieve their goals of who and where they want to be. There are so many difficult aspects of life that impact our ability to live as fully as we want to and make us feel stuck, whether that be anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, stress, family or relationship issues. I believe that healing is possible and I am passionate about offering a strengths-based approach, insight and skill building, compassion and a sense of humour to help you find it. I have extensive experience working with youth and adults and will adapt to your needs and goals.
Adhd Self Esteem Anxiety Relationships Sarah Palma
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
Do you struggle with low self-esteem, stress, ADHD or anxiety? Are you a child, teen, or in your 20's or 30's? Are you overwhelmed by school or life, or worried about fitting in? Struggling with relationships with friends, roommates or family? Is someone gaslighting you? Resentment and anger can build up fast! Learn to express your opinions and feelings to others and become more confident. I know how it can be difficult to find solutions and remain hopeful at times.
Do you struggle with low self-esteem, stress, ADHD or anxiety? Are you a child, teen, or in your 20's or 30's? Are you overwhelmed by school or life, or worried about fitting in? Struggling with relationships with friends, roommates or family? Is someone gaslighting you? Resentment and anger can build up fast! Learn to express your opinions and feelings to others and become more confident. I know how it can be difficult to find solutions and remain hopeful at times.
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Child Counsellors
Child psychologists in N2L 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 (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in N2L 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 (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in N2L 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.