Therapists in N1G
You're doing your best to be everything to everyone—a reliable friend, a loving partner, a high-achieving professional. But lately, it feels like you're running on empty. Deadlines pile up, expectations grow, and it’s hard to tell where one role ends and another begins. You're exhausted but can’t switch off, lying awake with a mind full of “what ifs” and worries. The pressure to hold it all together is starting to crack, and you’re wondering how much longer you can keep this up.
You're doing your best to be everything to everyone—a reliable friend, a loving partner, a high-achieving professional. But lately, it feels like you're running on empty. Deadlines pile up, expectations grow, and it’s hard to tell where one role ends and another begins. You're exhausted but can’t switch off, lying awake with a mind full of “what ifs” and worries. The pressure to hold it all together is starting to crack, and you’re wondering how much longer you can keep this up.
Whether you need a safe place to process experiences, deepen self-awareness, strengthen coping skills, or facilitate effective communication to optimize relationships, I trust in your ability to succeed after having witnessed, time-and-time again, the tremendous progress people make when they are motivated for change.
Having worked in the field of mental health since 1992, I feel greatly honoured by having witnessed so many people overcoming their challenges with depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationships, trauma, grief, losses, and physical health issues.
Whether you need a safe place to process experiences, deepen self-awareness, strengthen coping skills, or facilitate effective communication to optimize relationships, I trust in your ability to succeed after having witnessed, time-and-time again, the tremendous progress people make when they are motivated for change.
Having worked in the field of mental health since 1992, I feel greatly honoured by having witnessed so many people overcoming their challenges with depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationships, trauma, grief, losses, and physical health issues.
Your mind feels like it has twenty browser tabs open and never seems to shut off.
There’s always something to think about, something to catch up on, or something you
wish you had said differently. Maybe you’re juggling deadlines, relationships that feel
stuck in the same patterns, or the pressure of holding everything together. ADHD,
anxiety, or substance use might add to the noise, or maybe it’s the exhaustion of
masking who you really are. However it shows up, it’s a lot to carry on your own, and it
can start to feel overwhelming.
Your mind feels like it has twenty browser tabs open and never seems to shut off.
There’s always something to think about, something to catch up on, or something you
wish you had said differently. Maybe you’re juggling deadlines, relationships that feel
stuck in the same patterns, or the pressure of holding everything together. ADHD,
anxiety, or substance use might add to the noise, or maybe it’s the exhaustion of
masking who you really are. However it shows up, it’s a lot to carry on your own, and it
can start to feel overwhelming.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist in Guelph, Ontario with a decade of clinical training and experience providing individual counselling. After working as an educator for almost 15 years, I completed a Master's of Counselling degree at Gonzaga University. Using an individualized approach, I draw on the techniques of Internal Family Systems therapy, narrative therapy, CBT and mindfulness. As a certified yoga instructor, I believe strongly in the mind-body connection and integrate elements of mindfulness and breathwork in my work with clients as appropriate.
I offer in-person, virtual or walk and talk sessions.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist in Guelph, Ontario with a decade of clinical training and experience providing individual counselling. After working as an educator for almost 15 years, I completed a Master's of Counselling degree at Gonzaga University. Using an individualized approach, I draw on the techniques of Internal Family Systems therapy, narrative therapy, CBT and mindfulness. As a certified yoga instructor, I believe strongly in the mind-body connection and integrate elements of mindfulness and breathwork in my work with clients as appropriate.
I offer in-person, virtual or walk and talk sessions.
Do you look put-together on the outside while quietly feeling anxious or overwhelmed on the inside? Maybe your mind is always running through “what ifs,” you feel pressure to perform or keep everyone else happy, or you’re burning out from holding everything all together. You might struggle to set boundaries, overthink decisions, or carry tension that never fully settles. You want to feel calmer, more confident, and less stuck in patterns that leave you exhausted.
Do you look put-together on the outside while quietly feeling anxious or overwhelmed on the inside? Maybe your mind is always running through “what ifs,” you feel pressure to perform or keep everyone else happy, or you’re burning out from holding everything all together. You might struggle to set boundaries, overthink decisions, or carry tension that never fully settles. You want to feel calmer, more confident, and less stuck in patterns that leave you exhausted.
I work with teens, students, adults, and couples stuck trying to navigate anxiety, overthinking, self-doubt, relationship challenges, life transitions, or questions about their identity. Therapy with me means having a space to feel seen and heard without judgement. Together, we work to better understand your story and unpack the beliefs and patterns that shape your experiences, exploring and building practical skills to navigate emotions, relationships and challenges with greater confidence.
I work with teens, students, adults, and couples stuck trying to navigate anxiety, overthinking, self-doubt, relationship challenges, life transitions, or questions about their identity. Therapy with me means having a space to feel seen and heard without judgement. Together, we work to better understand your story and unpack the beliefs and patterns that shape your experiences, exploring and building practical skills to navigate emotions, relationships and challenges with greater confidence.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, burnout, or relationship stress? You may be navigating communication issues, emotional ups and downs, or feeling stuck in cycles of conflict, people-pleasing, or self-doubt. Whether you're coping with past experiences, struggling to connect with your partner, or just trying to keep up with daily demands, you're not alone. I bring both clinical training and lived experience to offer a compassionate, down-to-earth space where we can explore what’s getting in the way and help you move toward clarity, connection, and relief. I now offer EMDR therapy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, burnout, or relationship stress? You may be navigating communication issues, emotional ups and downs, or feeling stuck in cycles of conflict, people-pleasing, or self-doubt. Whether you're coping with past experiences, struggling to connect with your partner, or just trying to keep up with daily demands, you're not alone. I bring both clinical training and lived experience to offer a compassionate, down-to-earth space where we can explore what’s getting in the way and help you move toward clarity, connection, and relief. I now offer EMDR therapy.
I know how hard it can be to reach out and ask for help because I have been there myself. Whether life has left you looking for direction, or you need to process and understand emotions and feelings that are limiting your growth, I can work with you to develop the skills to lead a values rich life. Depression, anxiety, relationship issues and addiction are some of the challenges that our work can look to address. Your story is unique and so are your strengths that can lead you toward a meaningful life.
I know how hard it can be to reach out and ask for help because I have been there myself. Whether life has left you looking for direction, or you need to process and understand emotions and feelings that are limiting your growth, I can work with you to develop the skills to lead a values rich life. Depression, anxiety, relationship issues and addiction are some of the challenges that our work can look to address. Your story is unique and so are your strengths that can lead you toward a meaningful life.
You may look like you’re doing “fine” on the outside - showing up for work or school, caring for others, maintaining relationships, and keeping it together - but inside, it can feel
exhausting or overwhelming. Anxiety may be running in the background, grief or loss may
feel heavy, or relationships may leave you feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure of
yourself. You might find yourself overthinking, people-pleasing, second-guessing decisions, or wondering who you really are beneath it all.
You may look like you’re doing “fine” on the outside - showing up for work or school, caring for others, maintaining relationships, and keeping it together - but inside, it can feel
exhausting or overwhelming. Anxiety may be running in the background, grief or loss may
feel heavy, or relationships may leave you feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure of
yourself. You might find yourself overthinking, people-pleasing, second-guessing decisions, or wondering who you really are beneath it all.
Many people simply want to "feel better," and I'm here to support you on that journey while helping you deepen your understanding of your emotions. I recognize the pressures of daily life and how they affect mental health. Whether you’re looking to build your tolerance for uncomfortable emotions or are seeking support during a challenging season, my goal is to provide you with tools and insights that enhance your overall well-being. I view therapy as a collaborative process, trusting you as the expert on your own experiences. My approach is non-judgmental, empathetic, and conversational, with a touch of humour when appropriate.
Many people simply want to "feel better," and I'm here to support you on that journey while helping you deepen your understanding of your emotions. I recognize the pressures of daily life and how they affect mental health. Whether you’re looking to build your tolerance for uncomfortable emotions or are seeking support during a challenging season, my goal is to provide you with tools and insights that enhance your overall well-being. I view therapy as a collaborative process, trusting you as the expert on your own experiences. My approach is non-judgmental, empathetic, and conversational, with a touch of humour when appropriate.
Kids today face a unique set of mental health challenges shaped by social, cultural, technological, and academic pressures. I offer support for a range of issues—whether that’s academic pressure, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, depression, social media stress, loneliness, body image issues, low self-esteem, and identity/family struggles.
Together, we will identify specific areas of concern and understand behaviours to navigate ways to attain goals. I provide a safe space for kids to feel comfortable expressing themselves. We will work on learning new coping skills to manage stress, anxiety, anger, or sadness.
Kids today face a unique set of mental health challenges shaped by social, cultural, technological, and academic pressures. I offer support for a range of issues—whether that’s academic pressure, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, depression, social media stress, loneliness, body image issues, low self-esteem, and identity/family struggles.
Together, we will identify specific areas of concern and understand behaviours to navigate ways to attain goals. I provide a safe space for kids to feel comfortable expressing themselves. We will work on learning new coping skills to manage stress, anxiety, anger, or sadness.
I have been an individual, couple and family therapist and clinical supervisor in family service agencies and private practice for almost thirty years. These experiences have provided me with the skills necessary to help people dealing with a diverse range of life's challenges. I have worked successfully with individuals, couples and families struggling with physical and mental illnesses, addictions, trauma, grief and loss, affairs, separation and divorce as well as other family stresses.
I have been an individual, couple and family therapist and clinical supervisor in family service agencies and private practice for almost thirty years. These experiences have provided me with the skills necessary to help people dealing with a diverse range of life's challenges. I have worked successfully with individuals, couples and families struggling with physical and mental illnesses, addictions, trauma, grief and loss, affairs, separation and divorce as well as other family stresses.
You’ve spent so much time holding it all together—being the strong one, the reliable one—but inside it feels like your body is carrying more than it can hold. Maybe you feel disconnected, anxious, or unsure why certain people or moments still trigger you. You’re tired of just surviving and ready to actually feel safe, calm, and whole. Whether you’re healing from trauma, navigating anxiety, or untangling attachment wounds, you’re craving a space where you can finally exhale.
You’ve spent so much time holding it all together—being the strong one, the reliable one—but inside it feels like your body is carrying more than it can hold. Maybe you feel disconnected, anxious, or unsure why certain people or moments still trigger you. You’re tired of just surviving and ready to actually feel safe, calm, and whole. Whether you’re healing from trauma, navigating anxiety, or untangling attachment wounds, you’re craving a space where you can finally exhale.
Many of my clients identify as a member of the LGBTQIA+ and as neurodivergent.My work centers on meeting each client's needs with a lighthearted, humorous approach. As a Gen Z therapist, I help clients make progress and understand what change means for them. I often take a humanistic approach with behavouiral skills to aid in change. My background in Psychology and Women’s and Gender Studies gives me an intersectional feminist lens for working with diverse groups. If you feel stuck in your past and want to move towards being present in the now I may be able to help.
Many of my clients identify as a member of the LGBTQIA+ and as neurodivergent.My work centers on meeting each client's needs with a lighthearted, humorous approach. As a Gen Z therapist, I help clients make progress and understand what change means for them. I often take a humanistic approach with behavouiral skills to aid in change. My background in Psychology and Women’s and Gender Studies gives me an intersectional feminist lens for working with diverse groups. If you feel stuck in your past and want to move towards being present in the now I may be able to help.
Are you looking for support with relationship challenges, managing anxiety, or exploring self-identity? I work with people looking to better understand and improve their relationships, both with themselves and others. Our work could involve improving your communication, learning to set boundaries, regulating emotions, understanding patterns of behaviour, or managing anger. I also have experience supporting neurodiverse children and teens and their caregivers. This may look like support in building connection in the family, navigating complex school dynamics, or learning skills for emotion regulation.
Are you looking for support with relationship challenges, managing anxiety, or exploring self-identity? I work with people looking to better understand and improve their relationships, both with themselves and others. Our work could involve improving your communication, learning to set boundaries, regulating emotions, understanding patterns of behaviour, or managing anger. I also have experience supporting neurodiverse children and teens and their caregivers. This may look like support in building connection in the family, navigating complex school dynamics, or learning skills for emotion regulation.
Reaching out for help takes courage and finding the right therapist can be daunting. As a highly empathetic and collaborative therapist, I understand the importance of a good fit and treat each client as a unique individual and expert on their own life. I trust that, with support, you can feel empowered enough to tackle your challenge, whether that be managing an overwhelming situation or symptoms of anxiety or depression, clearing unwanted patterns, resolving past issues, or perhaps finding a deeper sense of life purpose. As a highly sensitive person, I can also help fellow HSPs better understand and work with their unusual traits.
Reaching out for help takes courage and finding the right therapist can be daunting. As a highly empathetic and collaborative therapist, I understand the importance of a good fit and treat each client as a unique individual and expert on their own life. I trust that, with support, you can feel empowered enough to tackle your challenge, whether that be managing an overwhelming situation or symptoms of anxiety or depression, clearing unwanted patterns, resolving past issues, or perhaps finding a deeper sense of life purpose. As a highly sensitive person, I can also help fellow HSPs better understand and work with their unusual traits.
Are you going through big life changes, and feeling the overwhelm and instability that comes with it? This could include life transitions like the perinatal period, parenting changes, divorce/separation, or perimenopause. Big change can bring up so much complexity, but you don't have to navigate it alone. If you are feeling stuck or struggling, I can relate, and I can help! I'm a client centred therapist, meaning we'll start by building the relationship and collaborating on your goals, then getting you on a path to reaching them. I also work with people experiencing anxiety, PMDD, loneliness, and job stress.
Are you going through big life changes, and feeling the overwhelm and instability that comes with it? This could include life transitions like the perinatal period, parenting changes, divorce/separation, or perimenopause. Big change can bring up so much complexity, but you don't have to navigate it alone. If you are feeling stuck or struggling, I can relate, and I can help! I'm a client centred therapist, meaning we'll start by building the relationship and collaborating on your goals, then getting you on a path to reaching them. I also work with people experiencing anxiety, PMDD, loneliness, and job stress.
I am currently completing my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and practicing under clinical supervision in Guelph.
I Hold an Honours degree from Queen’s University and specialized training in Child Protection through HarvardX and provide psychotherapy to adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups.
My approach is holistic and solution-focused — grounded in the belief that we all already possess inherent strengths and the capacity for meaningful change.
I am currently completing my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and practicing under clinical supervision in Guelph.
I Hold an Honours degree from Queen’s University and specialized training in Child Protection through HarvardX and provide psychotherapy to adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups.
My approach is holistic and solution-focused — grounded in the belief that we all already possess inherent strengths and the capacity for meaningful change.
Are you looking for a creative approach to therapy? I can support you with a wide range of issues in art therapy sessions. I work with anyone who is ready to let their art lead the way through issues such as; life transitions, loss, grief, chronic illness, end-of-life, depression, anxiety, parenting, relationships, creative blocks, spiritual or existential crisis and navigating your own, or your loved ones’, neuro-complexities. I believe that the creative process is deeply cathartic, healing and transformative and that art creation can help, heal and lead the way towards your personal path to wellness.
Are you looking for a creative approach to therapy? I can support you with a wide range of issues in art therapy sessions. I work with anyone who is ready to let their art lead the way through issues such as; life transitions, loss, grief, chronic illness, end-of-life, depression, anxiety, parenting, relationships, creative blocks, spiritual or existential crisis and navigating your own, or your loved ones’, neuro-complexities. I believe that the creative process is deeply cathartic, healing and transformative and that art creation can help, heal and lead the way towards your personal path to wellness.
Nicole (Niki) Cantelon, Registered Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor supports individuals (14+) couples and families clients through distress, conflict and overwhelm to nurture healthier communication, closer relationships, and personal growth.
Niki is available to see clients in-person in Guelph at Niilo Wellness and Online across Ontario with a mix of day and evening availability.
Nicole (Niki) Cantelon, Registered Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor supports individuals (14+) couples and families clients through distress, conflict and overwhelm to nurture healthier communication, closer relationships, and personal growth.
Niki is available to see clients in-person in Guelph at Niilo Wellness and Online across Ontario with a mix of day and evening availability.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in N1G
100+
Average cost per session
$160
Counsellors in N1G who prioritize treating:
| 95% | Anxiety |
| 95% | Social Anxiety |
| 95% | Health Anxiety |
| 95% | Driving Anxiety |
| 87% | Relationship Issues |
| 85% | Relationship Anxiety |
| 83% | Depression |
Average years in practice
7 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 78% | Canada Life | Great-West Life |
| 73% | Manulife |
| 70% | SunLife |
How Counsellors in N1G see their clients
| 65% | In Person and Online | |
| 35% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 78% | Female | |
| 17% | Male | |
| 5% | Non-Binary |