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Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
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Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling

Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW

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647a Princess Street, SIDE ENTRANCE DOOR - Kingston School of Art, Kingston, ON K7L
Let's Connect (343) 453-5857
Photo of Mary Elizabeth Kratzer - Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling, Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
How can we work together? I enjoy working with people seeking change. This may be what’s brought you searching here today, and if so, I congratulate you on taking this first step in exploring ways to create transformation in your life. I appreciate that the process of finding a therapist can be a daunting, even overwhelming, experience. I offer a private, non-judgmental & empathic partnership where together, we’ll enable your strengths to meet your individual challenges, frustrations & fears, in a safe & supportive space Where you re-define your dreams & crystallize your goals, while plotting a "actionable" course to achieve them.
Together exploration of life-stressors will be challenged. You will manage, minimize or even eliminate those you feel are not in your control (& we control more than we think!) I invite you to explore core beliefs, such as, “I’m not good enough,” “I can’t make it on my own,” I will always be alone" Tackle self- limiting thoughts as - You are the change!
Lets begin. You are not alone. At any point in our life, from childhood through to our later years, we can loose our confidence. Who doesn't? Your life experiences have brought you here, where you need to be. Though you may doubt this at first, I believe wholeheartedly you are the expert in your own story, capable of re- creating your own unique destiny.
Call or Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling now for a free 15 minute consultation - (343) 453-5857

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

647a Princess Street

SIDE ENTRANCE DOOR - Kingston School of Art

Kingston, ON K7L map

(343) 453-5857
$160 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  
Let's Connect (343) 453-5857
Photo of Mary Elizabeth Kratzer - Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling, Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

647a Princess Street

SIDE ENTRANCE DOOR - Kingston School of Art

Kingston, ON K7L map

(343) 453-5857
$160 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $160
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Cheque
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I am registered under the Ontario College of Social Work and Social Service, (OCSWSSW) . My clients say they have had no problems, with their direct health benefit submissions, dependent on their plan specific coverage. And I am happy to talk with you, as your needs determine.
Photo of Mary Elizabeth Kratzer - Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling, Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 453-5857
"
I am registered under the Ontario College of Social Work and Social Service, (OCSWSSW) . My clients say they have had no problems, with their direct health benefit submissions, dependent on their plan specific coverage. And I am happy to talk with you, as your needs determine.
Photo of Mary Elizabeth Kratzer - Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling, Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 453-5857

Qualifications

    Registered Social Worker: Mary Elizabeth Kratzer

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers Mary Elizabeth Kratzer
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 35 years
  • Attended Carleton University, Ottawa,, Master of Social Work, Graduated 2002
Photo of Mary Elizabeth Kratzer - Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling, Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (343) 453-5857
Photo of Mary Elizabeth Kratzer - Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling, Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (343) 453-5857

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body Image
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Illness
  • Codependency
  • Dementia
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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In our work together we will address and uncover what is on your mind and we will talk about patterns in your thoughts and behaviour, that have contributed to you "feeling stuck and over whelmed" It may be due to a recent life event or crises, or past "pattern". We will explore and rebuild your strengths, while using varied approaches, such as Psychodynamic, or Cognitive Behavoural Therapy.
Photo of Mary Elizabeth Kratzer - Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling, Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 453-5857
"
In our work together we will address and uncover what is on your mind and we will talk about patterns in your thoughts and behaviour, that have contributed to you "feeling stuck and over whelmed" It may be due to a recent life event or crises, or past "pattern". We will explore and rebuild your strengths, while using varied approaches, such as Psychodynamic, or Cognitive Behavoural Therapy.
Photo of Mary Elizabeth Kratzer - Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling, Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 453-5857

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Single Parent

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Single Parent

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Feminist
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Mary Elizabeth Kratzer - Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling, Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (343) 453-5857
Photo of Mary Elizabeth Kratzer - Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling, Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (343) 453-5857

Location

Primary Location

647a Princess Street

SIDE ENTRANCE DOOR - Kingston School of Art

Kingston, ON K7L

(343) 453-5857

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

Photo of Mary Elizabeth Kratzer - Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling, Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call for a free consultation now - (343) 453-5857
Photo of Mary Elizabeth Kratzer - Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling, Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Mary Kratzer - Kingston Steppingstone Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call for a free consultation now - (343) 453-5857