Therapists in N2L
As a Registered Social Worker (RSW) and Psychotherapist, I'm passionate about working with children, youth and families in an empathetic, safe, and non-judgmental environment. I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and discover a path to healing, emotional growth and mental well-being. Whether you, or a loved one, are experiencing anxiety, depression, self-harm, grief, abuse, family or marital conflict, LGBTQIA+ issues or trauma (historical or current), I will work with you to develop the tools and insights needed to foster long-term change, personal growth, and improve relationships.
As a Registered Social Worker (RSW) and Psychotherapist, I'm passionate about working with children, youth and families in an empathetic, safe, and non-judgmental environment. I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and discover a path to healing, emotional growth and mental well-being. Whether you, or a loved one, are experiencing anxiety, depression, self-harm, grief, abuse, family or marital conflict, LGBTQIA+ issues or trauma (historical or current), I will work with you to develop the tools and insights needed to foster long-term change, personal growth, and improve relationships.
Through my work I believe that compassion and empathy are two of the most important qualities when seeking support. From time to time life can feel overwhelming and heavy, due to many of the experiences that we are faced with from Life Transitions, Substance Use (or Abuse), Gambling/Gaming Concerns, Trauma Events, or Mental Health Concerns; I am here to support you through it. I provide both individual and family therapy.
Through my work I believe that compassion and empathy are two of the most important qualities when seeking support. From time to time life can feel overwhelming and heavy, due to many of the experiences that we are faced with from Life Transitions, Substance Use (or Abuse), Gambling/Gaming Concerns, Trauma Events, or Mental Health Concerns; I am here to support you through it. I provide both individual and family therapy.
Motherhood is hard. It is messy. If you're struggling to find moments of joy, you're feeling alone and overwhelmed, you wonder if something is wrong with you and you long for your life before becoming a parent- you're in the right place. If you're feeling resentment building with your partner, the voices of anxiety, depression, sadness and rage have been loud and you don't know know how to manage them- you're not alone. If you're working to heal from a traumatic birth, you are struggling with the demands of parenting and paid work and you do you don't know who you are anymore- I'd be honoured to hold space for you.
Motherhood is hard. It is messy. If you're struggling to find moments of joy, you're feeling alone and overwhelmed, you wonder if something is wrong with you and you long for your life before becoming a parent- you're in the right place. If you're feeling resentment building with your partner, the voices of anxiety, depression, sadness and rage have been loud and you don't know know how to manage them- you're not alone. If you're working to heal from a traumatic birth, you are struggling with the demands of parenting and paid work and you do you don't know who you are anymore- I'd be honoured to hold space for you.
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.
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.
I currently have limited availability for virtual treatment and a waitlist for assessments. I work with clients of all ages for 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).
I currently have limited availability for virtual treatment and a waitlist for assessments. I work with clients of all ages for 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).
Mindy Smith-Bernard
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Everything was okay until it wasn’t any more. You're tired of feeling so stuck, overwhelmed and ashamed all the time and you’re ready to make a change. You’ve probably tried so many times to make these changes on your own but it’s only taken you so far and it’s been nearly impossible to keep from slipping back into old behaviours. This leaves you feeling hopeless, deflated, and weak. But let me tell you something: you’re not supposed to have it all figured out on your own. Really. If you are ready to take back control of your life and you have the desire to do things different -- that’s all you need to get started.
Everything was okay until it wasn’t any more. You're tired of feeling so stuck, overwhelmed and ashamed all the time and you’re ready to make a change. You’ve probably tried so many times to make these changes on your own but it’s only taken you so far and it’s been nearly impossible to keep from slipping back into old behaviours. This leaves you feeling hopeless, deflated, and weak. But let me tell you something: you’re not supposed to have it all figured out on your own. Really. If you are ready to take back control of your life and you have the desire to do things different -- that’s all you need to get started.
Joshua Parent Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, MT
8 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Josh and I am a queer-identifying Registered Psychotherapist. My approach to therapy centres the relationship that develops between us and focuses on creating safety. I approach each person with genuine curiosity and empathy to better understand their past and present experiences and how they have survived. Commonly, the ways of coping we develop at an earlier time are necessary, but may not serve us anymore. I have extensive experience working with adults to address relationship issues, trauma, anxiety, depression and self-esteem. I draw from relational psychodynamic psychotherapy, EMDR, and parts work.
My name is Josh and I am a queer-identifying Registered Psychotherapist. My approach to therapy centres the relationship that develops between us and focuses on creating safety. I approach each person with genuine curiosity and empathy to better understand their past and present experiences and how they have survived. Commonly, the ways of coping we develop at an earlier time are necessary, but may not serve us anymore. I have extensive experience working with adults to address relationship issues, trauma, anxiety, depression and self-esteem. I draw from relational psychodynamic psychotherapy, EMDR, and parts work.
I work well with adults and young adults facing turning points, life changes, identity shifts, or a sense that something needs to change, even without clarity on what. Many are students or young professionals navigating pressure, uncertain direction, or the weight of expectations. Others arrive during bigger moments: a breakup, career change, new parenthood, loss, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer fit. Therapy can help even if your situation feels different or hard to name, if you're uncertain or simply seeking change, you're welcome here.
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I work well with adults and young adults facing turning points, life changes, identity shifts, or a sense that something needs to change, even without clarity on what. Many are students or young professionals navigating pressure, uncertain direction, or the weight of expectations. Others arrive during bigger moments: a breakup, career change, new parenthood, loss, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer fit. Therapy can help even if your situation feels different or hard to name, if you're uncertain or simply seeking change, you're welcome here.
I help clients slow down and explore what truly matters, using existential and hu
Phoebe Montgomery MSW, RSW,
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, AccFM
Waterloo, ON N2L
Not accepting new clients
I understand how stressful life can sometimes be. I am dedicated to helping individuals and families reach their full potential. I work with individuals and families that are struggling with a variety of issues such as anxiety, stress, life transitions, parent/teen conflict, separation and divorce. I am able to assist with parenting plans, separation agreements and provide Voice of the Child Reports. I am a Registered Social Worker, a certified Family Mediator, a Voice of the Child Practitioner and I have over 28 years experience working with families experiencing family separation, conflict and trauma.
I understand how stressful life can sometimes be. I am dedicated to helping individuals and families reach their full potential. I work with individuals and families that are struggling with a variety of issues such as anxiety, stress, life transitions, parent/teen conflict, separation and divorce. I am able to assist with parenting plans, separation agreements and provide Voice of the Child Reports. I am a Registered Social Worker, a certified Family Mediator, a Voice of the Child Practitioner and I have over 28 years experience working with families experiencing family separation, conflict and trauma.
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.
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from themselves, or carrying responsibilities that have left little room for their own wellbeing. At Kasike Counselling, we work with individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, identity, and burnout. Our role isn’t to tell people who they should become—it’s to help them reconnect with the clarity, confidence, and inner leadership they already possess so they can move forward with purpose.
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from themselves, or carrying responsibilities that have left little room for their own wellbeing. At Kasike Counselling, we work with individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, identity, and burnout. Our role isn’t to tell people who they should become—it’s to help them reconnect with the clarity, confidence, and inner leadership they already possess so they can move forward with purpose.
Psychotherapy offers a unique opportunity to engage in self and interpersonal exploration and make meaningful connections. It is a place where, together, we can navigate life’s many challenges and build strength and resilience. I hope to offer a safe and supportive space to process, heal, and grow. I work to bring insight, awareness, and self-compassion into the therapy space. Therapy can be a space to discuss any topic, big or small, and focuses on creating resources, exploring emotions, and understanding thoughts and behaviors. I have been a Registered Psychotherapist for 6 years with the CRPO.
Psychotherapy offers a unique opportunity to engage in self and interpersonal exploration and make meaningful connections. It is a place where, together, we can navigate life’s many challenges and build strength and resilience. I hope to offer a safe and supportive space to process, heal, and grow. I work to bring insight, awareness, and self-compassion into the therapy space. Therapy can be a space to discuss any topic, big or small, and focuses on creating resources, exploring emotions, and understanding thoughts and behaviors. I have been a Registered Psychotherapist for 6 years with the CRPO.
Have skills, parts-work, and cognitive-based interventions run their course with your clients? Have your clients found some peace, but still have underlying wounds that keep being triggered and need to be addressed? If you want to integrate skills and cognitive-based methodologies with the ability to dive deeper with clients so they can grieve their lost childhood and identify their unconscious attachment patterns being lived out today, I can help.
Have skills, parts-work, and cognitive-based interventions run their course with your clients? Have your clients found some peace, but still have underlying wounds that keep being triggered and need to be addressed? If you want to integrate skills and cognitive-based methodologies with the ability to dive deeper with clients so they can grieve their lost childhood and identify their unconscious attachment patterns being lived out today, I can help.
Welcome, I am really glad you're here.
Perhaps you’ve reached a point where you need space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what matters most. You might be navigating changes in your personal life, feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or looking for deeper support in your work as a therapist.
You deserve a space where you can be heard, where your experiences make sense in context, and where growth and healing can unfold through genuine connection. Supervision and/or Therapy can be a place to understand yourself or your clients more deeply.
Welcome, I am really glad you're here.
Perhaps you’ve reached a point where you need space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what matters most. You might be navigating changes in your personal life, feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or looking for deeper support in your work as a therapist.
You deserve a space where you can be heard, where your experiences make sense in context, and where growth and healing can unfold through genuine connection. Supervision and/or Therapy can be a place to understand yourself or your clients more deeply.
I am not accepting new clients at this time: Over 20 years of experience guides my work with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. I work to be easy to talk to and non-judgmental. Each person is different and together we'll find what works for you.
I am not accepting new clients at this time: Over 20 years of experience guides my work with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. I work to be easy to talk to and non-judgmental. Each person is different and together we'll find what works for you.
Averi's specialty is in work with youth and children. She connects with youth and helps them better communicate their needs with family. Averi also offers family work and work with parents.
While Averi's practice is focused on youth and children, Averi is open to all clients.
Averi's specialty is in work with youth and children. She connects with youth and helps them better communicate their needs with family. Averi also offers family work and work with parents.
While Averi's practice is focused on youth and children, Averi is open to all clients.
Lindsay Thompson
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
Not accepting new clients
Currently focusing on PhD work and not accepting new clients; please e-mail for referral!
Calling all neurodivergent folks, HSPs, introverts, and old souls: I am the therapist for you. My life’s calling is supporting folks through their lived experiences of sensitivity, trauma, emotional regulation, and more. Maybe you’ve been told you have Borderline traits, or have a history of self-harm. Maybe you’ve had a tough time with relationships and want to break the pattern of attaching to emotionally unavailable partners. Perhaps you’re just finding yourself emerging from survival mode and struggling to put together all of the pieces.
Currently focusing on PhD work and not accepting new clients; please e-mail for referral!
Calling all neurodivergent folks, HSPs, introverts, and old souls: I am the therapist for you. My life’s calling is supporting folks through their lived experiences of sensitivity, trauma, emotional regulation, and more. Maybe you’ve been told you have Borderline traits, or have a history of self-harm. Maybe you’ve had a tough time with relationships and want to break the pattern of attaching to emotionally unavailable partners. Perhaps you’re just finding yourself emerging from survival mode and struggling to put together all of the pieces.
Individual and couples are welcome!
Sessions are held on a secure video platform only (no in-person capacity at this time). The first step toward feeling better is simply reaching out for help. You'll find a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental space where we will work to identify your best self. You are the expert in your own life, and on your journey we'll discover together the tools and solutions that you need. We aren't meant to deal with life's hardships alone!
Individual and couples are welcome!
Sessions are held on a secure video platform only (no in-person capacity at this time). The first step toward feeling better is simply reaching out for help. You'll find a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental space where we will work to identify your best self. You are the expert in your own life, and on your journey we'll discover together the tools and solutions that you need. We aren't meant to deal with life's hardships alone!
I am a South Asian identifying counsellor who is dedicated to creating safe, inclusive, and empowering spaces for individuals and communities. I am passionate about supporting people in making meaning of their lives in ways that allow them to realize their full potential, align with their values, and recognize what makes life truly fulfilling for them.
I am a South Asian identifying counsellor who is dedicated to creating safe, inclusive, and empowering spaces for individuals and communities. I am passionate about supporting people in making meaning of their lives in ways that allow them to realize their full potential, align with their values, and recognize what makes life truly fulfilling for them.
I know first hand how becoming a parent changes you. For some, experiences of grief, loss and trauma shape our early parenting journey, and we might feel isolated, afraid, or even ashamed about the thoughts and feelings we are having. Parenting standards today encourage us to sacrifice everything for our children, and to do it all with a smile - so we suffer silently. My own struggles in parenting, including my lived reality of grief and traumatic loss bring me to this work - and allow me to deeply connect with other parents who are craving a place to bring all of their parenting experiences - the joyful, and the excruciating.
I know first hand how becoming a parent changes you. For some, experiences of grief, loss and trauma shape our early parenting journey, and we might feel isolated, afraid, or even ashamed about the thoughts and feelings we are having. Parenting standards today encourage us to sacrifice everything for our children, and to do it all with a smile - so we suffer silently. My own struggles in parenting, including my lived reality of grief and traumatic loss bring me to this work - and allow me to deeply connect with other parents who are craving a place to bring all of their parenting experiences - the joyful, and the excruciating.
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Number of Counsellors in N2L
200+
Average cost per session
$162
Counsellors in N2L who prioritize treating:
| 95% | Anxiety |
| 95% | Social Anxiety |
| 95% | Health Anxiety |
| 95% | Driving Anxiety |
| 88% | Depression |
| 83% | Self Esteem |
| 81% | Relationship Issues |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 76% | Green Shield Canada |
| 76% | SunLife |
| 69% | Manulife |
How Counsellors in N2L see their clients
| 61% | In Person and Online | |
| 39% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 81% | Female | |
| 18% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |