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Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BEd, OCT, CT/RTC
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Key Straughan Counselling

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BEd, OCT, CT/RTC (they, them)

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4 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8H
Available both in-person and online
Hamilton, ON L8H
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Have you noticed how most therapy profiles try to guess who you are before they’ve even met you? You don’t need me to guess what’s going on in your life. I’d rather hear your questions, your story, and what you want help changing. Most therapists offer a quick consultation. I offer a full consultation session because understanding people takes time. My practice is neurodivergent-informed and welcoming to queer and trans clients. I use evidence-based approaches including Reality Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and modalities tailored to your needs, with a focus on movement, clarity, and practical change.
Reality Therapy focuses on what you can control: your choices, actions, relationships, and responses to challenges. Together, we identify patterns that are not working and build practical strategies that better match your needs and values. For trauma work, use Internal Family Systems to help clients understand themselves with compassion and curiosity.
If you’re tired of feeling disconnected from yourself, or repeating patterns that no longer work, therapy can help create movement. And no, you do not have to have everything figured out before reaching out ! I offer a free 50 minute initial consultation session so we can explore what’s meaningful change could look like for you.
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Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Ottawa Street Health Collective

Hamilton, ON L8H

Website
I have immediate availability Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. Sessions are available online in Ontario / in-person.
I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety and Life Coaching 
$130 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Connect with Key Straughan Counselling
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Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Ottawa Street Health Collective

Hamilton, ON L8H

Website
I have immediate availability Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. Sessions are available online in Ontario / in-person.
I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety and Life Coaching 
$130 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $130
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, e-Transfer

Insurance

  • SunLife
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My standard rate is $130 per 55 minutes session. I offer sliding scale to make therapy more accessible on a case by case basis. Psychotherapy is often supported by extended health benefits in Ontario. Direct billing available with Sunlife.
Photo of Key Straughan - Key Straughan Counselling, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BEd, OCT, CT/RTC
Key Straughan Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BEd, OCT, CT/RTC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
My standard rate is $130 per 55 minutes session. I offer sliding scale to make therapy more accessible on a case by case basis. Psychotherapy is often supported by extended health benefits in Ontario. Direct billing available with Sunlife.
Photo of Key Straughan - Key Straughan Counselling, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BEd, OCT, CT/RTC
Key Straughan Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BEd, OCT, CT/RTC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

    Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying): Key Straughan

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by Province of Ontario / 18934 Supervised by Lila Knighton (Ontario / 814059) Key Straughan
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 2 years
  • Attended Yorkville University , Master of Arts In Counselling Psychotherapy, Graduated 2025
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from William Glasser Institute for Choice Theory 2021
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MA Counselling Psych (Yorkville); BEd (ESL), 20 yrs teaching. Reality Therapy/Choice Theory certified. MA & BA Theological Studies. Practical, affirming support for anxiety, stress, relationships, and life balance; neurodiversity- and LGBTQ2S-affirming.
Photo of Key Straughan - Key Straughan Counselling, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BEd, OCT, CT/RTC
Key Straughan Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BEd, OCT, CT/RTC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
MA Counselling Psych (Yorkville); BEd (ESL), 20 yrs teaching. Reality Therapy/Choice Theory certified. MA & BA Theological Studies. Practical, affirming support for anxiety, stress, relationships, and life balance; neurodiversity- and LGBTQ2S-affirming.
Photo of Key Straughan - Key Straughan Counselling, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BEd, OCT, CT/RTC
Key Straughan Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BEd, OCT, CT/RTC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Life Coaching

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Autism
  • Coping Skills
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Transgender
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I help with anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Together we'll set clear goals, build coping tools, and strengthen communication skills. A typical plan focuses on small, practical changes that add up to feeling more grounded, confident, and in control of daily life.
Photo of Key Straughan - Key Straughan Counselling, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BEd, OCT, CT/RTC
Key Straughan Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BEd, OCT, CT/RTC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I help with anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Together we'll set clear goals, build coping tools, and strengthen communication skills. A typical plan focuses on small, practical changes that add up to feeling more grounded, confident, and in control of daily life.
Photo of Key Straughan - Key Straughan Counselling, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BEd, OCT, CT/RTC
Key Straughan Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BEd, OCT, CT/RTC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

4 Endorsements

Lila Knighton
Lila Knighton
Registered Social WorkerMAMSWRSW
Key is a compassionate therapist who combines evidence-based practices with creative interventions tailored to client interests. I've been particularly impressed by the thoughtful and respectful way they approach neurodivergence.
Grace MacAskill
Grace MacAskill
Registered PsychotherapistRPMScBA Hons
Key is genuine and authentic in every area of their work. As a therapist they find such a beautiful balance between being unconditionally accepting and non-judgmental, while still being honest and grounded within their work with clients.
Shareen Rikhraj
Shareen Rikhraj
Registered PsychotherapistRPMScBSc
Key combines their lived experience with therapeutic knowledge to create a unique space: one where clients can expect to be truly understood. Trans, queer and/or neurodivergent folks in particular will find safety and support space here.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

I also speak

French
German

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

I also speak

French
German

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Reality Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
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I use evidence-based care with a calm, practical style. We'll pick tools that fit your brain and life—CBT/ACT-informed, parts-aware, compassion work, light mind-body, and creative narrative/sand-tray. I also draw on Choice Theory & Reality Therapy: focus on what you can control, clarify what matters, and take steps you can actually live—grounded, neurodiversity- and gender-affirming.
Photo of Key Straughan - Key Straughan Counselling, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BEd, OCT, CT/RTC
Key Straughan Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BEd, OCT, CT/RTC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I use evidence-based care with a calm, practical style. We'll pick tools that fit your brain and life—CBT/ACT-informed, parts-aware, compassion work, light mind-body, and creative narrative/sand-tray. I also draw on Choice Theory & Reality Therapy: focus on what you can control, clarify what matters, and take steps you can actually live—grounded, neurodiversity- and gender-affirming.
Photo of Key Straughan - Key Straughan Counselling, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BEd, OCT, CT/RTC
Key Straughan Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BEd, OCT, CT/RTC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

Ottawa Street Health Collective

Hamilton, ON L8H

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

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I have immediate availability Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. Sessions are available online in Ontario / in-person.
Photo of Key Straughan - Key Straughan Counselling, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BEd, OCT, CT/RTC
Key Straughan Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BEd, OCT, CT/RTC
"
I have immediate availability Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. Sessions are available online in Ontario / in-person.
Photo of Key Straughan - Key Straughan Counselling, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BEd, OCT, CT/RTC
Key Straughan Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BEd, OCT, CT/RTC