Child Therapists in Guelph, ON
I specialize in working with children, youth, pregnancy, diabetes and chronic health concerns.
My specialty is working with children and youth facing mental health, behavioural, social-emotional, diabetes and chronic health concerns. I support children and families with divorce, adoption and parenting. I also serve clients who are navigating their journey of pregnancy, traumatic birth, infant loss and perinatal/ postpartum mood concerns.
I specialize in working with children, youth, pregnancy, diabetes and chronic health concerns.
My specialty is working with children and youth facing mental health, behavioural, social-emotional, diabetes and chronic health concerns. I support children and families with divorce, adoption and parenting. I also serve clients who are navigating their journey of pregnancy, traumatic birth, infant loss and perinatal/ postpartum mood concerns.
I have a unique background of over 30 + years experience working with young children, adolescents and their families.
I provide a safe, inviting, age appropriate space for children, teens and their parents to develop skills and build their relationships. I use a strength based approach and a blend of therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Attachment therapy, Mindfulness, Play and Sand therapy, Neuro-Linguistic, trauma informed behaviour therapy.
I have a unique background of over 30 + years experience working with young children, adolescents and their families.
I provide a safe, inviting, age appropriate space for children, teens and their parents to develop skills and build their relationships. I use a strength based approach and a blend of therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Attachment therapy, Mindfulness, Play and Sand therapy, Neuro-Linguistic, trauma informed behaviour therapy.
I have spent over 15 years supporting children, adolescents, emerging adults, and parents in the area of mental health and well-being.
I use psycho-education, empathetic and client-centred talk-therapy, the SPACE treatment for anxiety, CBT, DBT-informed interventions, Play therapy, and therapy modalities. I believe that it does indeed take a village to raise a child, and I encourage parents and caregivers to engage with me in their support.
I have spent over 15 years supporting children, adolescents, emerging adults, and parents in the area of mental health and well-being.
I use psycho-education, empathetic and client-centred talk-therapy, the SPACE treatment for anxiety, CBT, DBT-informed interventions, Play therapy, and therapy modalities. I believe that it does indeed take a village to raise a child, and I encourage parents and caregivers to engage with me in their support.
She has nearly a decade of experience supporting adults, teens, and children.
It’s hard to watch your child struggle with overwhelming feelings, challenges at school, or troubles coping with big life changes. Working with children as young as five is one of Emily’s main areas of passion and expertise. She creates a playful, relaxed environment where kids of all ages can explore their feelings and find their footing.
She has nearly a decade of experience supporting adults, teens, and children.
It’s hard to watch your child struggle with overwhelming feelings, challenges at school, or troubles coping with big life changes. Working with children as young as five is one of Emily’s main areas of passion and expertise. She creates a playful, relaxed environment where kids of all ages can explore their feelings and find their footing.
You’ve always tried to be the strong one. You show up for others, push through the stress, and carry the expectations placed on you, but deep down, you feel overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure of who you are. You might be navigating identity struggles, relationship tensions, or the quiet weight of self-doubt. You long to feel more grounded, to break free from patterns that no longer serve you, and to finally put yourself on the list. You want clarity, confidence, and peace, not just for survival, but to feel whole again.
You’ve always tried to be the strong one. You show up for others, push through the stress, and carry the expectations placed on you, but deep down, you feel overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure of who you are. You might be navigating identity struggles, relationship tensions, or the quiet weight of self-doubt. You long to feel more grounded, to break free from patterns that no longer serve you, and to finally put yourself on the list. You want clarity, confidence, and peace, not just for survival, but to feel whole again.
My main goal is to help individuals, both adults and children navigate life's most challenging moments.
My therapeutic approach is guided by Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-based Therapy from a strengths-based, trauma informed lens.
My main goal is to help individuals, both adults and children navigate life's most challenging moments.
My therapeutic approach is guided by Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-based Therapy from a strengths-based, trauma informed lens.
I support children, youth, families and adults, through a space that is empowering, non-judgemental and compassionate to address the root cause of present day concerns.
I hold a Master’s degree in counselling psychology, as well as a Bachelor's in grief, bereavement, trauma and loss studies. I have learned and lived experience in the mental health field, as well as in education. I have experience with and special interest in OCD, trauma, spirituality, and neurodivergence (Autism/ADHD).
I support children, youth, families and adults, through a space that is empowering, non-judgemental and compassionate to address the root cause of present day concerns.
I hold a Master’s degree in counselling psychology, as well as a Bachelor's in grief, bereavement, trauma and loss studies. I have learned and lived experience in the mental health field, as well as in education. I have experience with and special interest in OCD, trauma, spirituality, and neurodivergence (Autism/ADHD).
Or maybe, as a parent, it’s: “I don’t know how to help my child, and I feel so helpless
Therapy with us is tailored to you and your family. With specialties in anxiety, trauma, ADHD, CBT, DBT, narrative work, parenting support, and creative approaches like music therapy, we’ll help you connect with someone who gets it. Many of us bring our own lived experience into the work, and we aim to be the safe, non-judgmental support we once needed too.
Or maybe, as a parent, it’s: “I don’t know how to help my child, and I feel so helpless
Therapy with us is tailored to you and your family. With specialties in anxiety, trauma, ADHD, CBT, DBT, narrative work, parenting support, and creative approaches like music therapy, we’ll help you connect with someone who gets it. Many of us bring our own lived experience into the work, and we aim to be the safe, non-judgmental support we once needed too.
I am a clinical psychologist working primarily with children, adolescents, and their families.
I provide psychological assessments and evidence-based treatment for children and adolescents experiencing a wide range of behavioural, learning, and mental health challenges. While my clinical work is varied, I work closely with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety and those with developmental disorders (including autism spectrum disorders).
I am a clinical psychologist working primarily with children, adolescents, and their families.
I provide psychological assessments and evidence-based treatment for children and adolescents experiencing a wide range of behavioural, learning, and mental health challenges. While my clinical work is varied, I work closely with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety and those with developmental disorders (including autism spectrum disorders).
I bring several years of experience supporting both children and adults through a wide range of challenges, with a particular focus on trauma, including developmental, attachment and single-incident trauma, immigration, sexual abuse and experiences of domestic violence and partner abuse.
I also work with adult children of emotionally immature parents, as well as parents navigating the challenges of raising children while carrying their own unresolved trauma.
I bring several years of experience supporting both children and adults through a wide range of challenges, with a particular focus on trauma, including developmental, attachment and single-incident trauma, immigration, sexual abuse and experiences of domestic violence and partner abuse.
I also work with adult children of emotionally immature parents, as well as parents navigating the challenges of raising children while carrying their own unresolved trauma.
I am a Child & Youth Counsellor who has been working in the field for 16 years.
I aspire to open doors for children and youth by working with them to recognize their skills and their power to succeed. My counselling skills coupled with my competency to uncover and define the underlying feelings behind my clients’ behaviours makes it possible for me to identify challenges and to work together with them to come up with solutions.
I am a Child & Youth Counsellor who has been working in the field for 16 years.
I aspire to open doors for children and youth by working with them to recognize their skills and their power to succeed. My counselling skills coupled with my competency to uncover and define the underlying feelings behind my clients’ behaviours makes it possible for me to identify challenges and to work together with them to come up with solutions.
I also have experience supporting neurodiverse children and teens and their caregivers.
Many of my clients are looking for support with complicated family dynamics, navigating boundaries and people pleasing, and balancing feeling emotions without having them take over. As a Certified Music Therapist, we have the option of bringing music and creativity into our sessions, as well as Emotionally Focused Therapy.
I also have experience supporting neurodiverse children and teens and their caregivers.
Many of my clients are looking for support with complicated family dynamics, navigating boundaries and people pleasing, and balancing feeling emotions without having them take over. As a Certified Music Therapist, we have the option of bringing music and creativity into our sessions, as well as Emotionally Focused Therapy.
I provide counselling to children, teens, adults, parents, and families, via telephone, online and in person.
Hello, my name is Nichole Caswell. I'm a registered social worker with several years of training and experience working with individuals and families. I hope to empower clients to make changes in their lives. I strive to create a secure and supportive environment, allowing for an atmosphere that feels comfortable and collaborative. I listen to my clients with compassion and strive to create a safe space for people to share their experiences and hopes for the future.
I provide counselling to children, teens, adults, parents, and families, via telephone, online and in person.
Hello, my name is Nichole Caswell. I'm a registered social worker with several years of training and experience working with individuals and families. I hope to empower clients to make changes in their lives. I strive to create a secure and supportive environment, allowing for an atmosphere that feels comfortable and collaborative. I listen to my clients with compassion and strive to create a safe space for people to share their experiences and hopes for the future.
We work with folks of all ages, but we take pride in our specialized work with children, youth and young adults.
We whole heartedly believe that the client is the expert of their lived experience. Thank you for choosing one of us to walk alongside you on this journey to healing.
We work with folks of all ages, but we take pride in our specialized work with children, youth and young adults.
We whole heartedly believe that the client is the expert of their lived experience. Thank you for choosing one of us to walk alongside you on this journey to healing.
I work with children, youth, and adults, supporting clients through a wide range of challenges including trauma
I specialize in trauma therapy, helping clients process and heal from painful experiences that may still be impacting their daily lives. I am a Certified EMDR Therapist and a Consultant-in-Training with The Center for Excellence in EMDR Therapy. EMDR allows us to go beyond talk therapy, accessing and resolving core wounds in an evidence-based manner.
I work with children, youth, and adults, supporting clients through a wide range of challenges including trauma
I specialize in trauma therapy, helping clients process and heal from painful experiences that may still be impacting their daily lives. I am a Certified EMDR Therapist and a Consultant-in-Training with The Center for Excellence in EMDR Therapy. EMDR allows us to go beyond talk therapy, accessing and resolving core wounds in an evidence-based manner.
Kids today face a unique set of mental health challenges shaped by social, cultural, technological, and academic pressures.
Implementing CBT, Play Therapy, and DBT, I provide services individually. I will often invite parents into sessions to strengthen communication at home, build healthy routines, and set boundaries. I offer in-person services for clients aged 8+ in Guelph, and virtually for those located throughout Ontario, Quebec, and within unregulated provinces.
Kids today face a unique set of mental health challenges shaped by social, cultural, technological, and academic pressures.
Implementing CBT, Play Therapy, and DBT, I provide services individually. I will often invite parents into sessions to strengthen communication at home, build healthy routines, and set boundaries. I offer in-person services for clients aged 8+ in Guelph, and virtually for those located throughout Ontario, Quebec, and within unregulated provinces.
I work with children and adolescents struggling with trauma or regulation-based concerns, and their families.
Referral concerns may include (but are not limited to): Difficulties related to child abuse or neglect, attachment concerns, single-episode traumas, psychological impact of medical-based trauma, self-injury, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, adjustment difficulties, grief and loss, anxiety-based regulation concerns, and aggression. Services vary based on individual needs.
I work with children and adolescents struggling with trauma or regulation-based concerns, and their families.
Referral concerns may include (but are not limited to): Difficulties related to child abuse or neglect, attachment concerns, single-episode traumas, psychological impact of medical-based trauma, self-injury, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, adjustment difficulties, grief and loss, anxiety-based regulation concerns, and aggression. Services vary based on individual needs.
***NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS FOR PHONE/VIDEO*** It’s a privilege and honour to be doing this work, and to walk alongside clients on their respective healing journeys. I believe that everyone is the expert of their own lives and life experiences. By working collaboratively and through meaning-making, I aim to support clients in connecting with their needs, dreams, hopes, as well as to the answers I believe each person has inside them. My approach is trauma-informed, non-directive, strength-based, and client-centered. Healing, the discovery of possibilities, one’s resilience, and one's gifts can all be part of the therapy process.
***NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS FOR PHONE/VIDEO*** It’s a privilege and honour to be doing this work, and to walk alongside clients on their respective healing journeys. I believe that everyone is the expert of their own lives and life experiences. By working collaboratively and through meaning-making, I aim to support clients in connecting with their needs, dreams, hopes, as well as to the answers I believe each person has inside them. My approach is trauma-informed, non-directive, strength-based, and client-centered. Healing, the discovery of possibilities, one’s resilience, and one's gifts can all be part of the therapy process.
Does this sound familiar? "I can’t keep living this way, but I don’t know how to change". If so, you’re not alone, because I’ve been there too. Therapy became a safe space for me, and now I work to offer that same safe space for the pre-teens, teens, and adults I support. My own personal journey with mental health challenges gives me the unique ability to understand your experience, and with this insight and perspective, I promise that you’ll never feel judged in our work together. We’ll work to unpack your past experiences, identify your strengths, figure out what's keeping you stuck, and make a plan for the life you hope to see.
Does this sound familiar? "I can’t keep living this way, but I don’t know how to change". If so, you’re not alone, because I’ve been there too. Therapy became a safe space for me, and now I work to offer that same safe space for the pre-teens, teens, and adults I support. My own personal journey with mental health challenges gives me the unique ability to understand your experience, and with this insight and perspective, I promise that you’ll never feel judged in our work together. We’ll work to unpack your past experiences, identify your strengths, figure out what's keeping you stuck, and make a plan for the life you hope to see.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist, MMFT, Sex Therapist and Certified Imago Relationship Therapist working with individuals, couples, families, and adolescents in private practice for over 25 years. I have worked in both Toronto and Winnipeg, and now see clients online. Please visit my website sonyagotziaman.com to learn more about me.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist, MMFT, Sex Therapist and Certified Imago Relationship Therapist working with individuals, couples, families, and adolescents in private practice for over 25 years. I have worked in both Toronto and Winnipeg, and now see clients online. Please visit my website sonyagotziaman.com to learn more about me.
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Child Counsellors
Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How long are sessions with child therapists?
Children’s therapy sessions can last 30 minutes, 45 minutes, or 60 minutes. The length of the session may depend on your child’s age and the type of therapy practiced. You can discuss this with therapists you consult and the one you ultimately move forward with.
How do I get a child to agree to seek therapy?
The best approach is to have an open-ended conversation with your child about how they’re doing and what they might be struggling with. When you raise therapy, discuss the concept in an age-appropriate way, for example explaining that a therapist’s job is to help kids handle their hard or uncomfortable feelings. Frame therapy positively, as an opportunity to explore and build emotional skills—it’s an important tool in the toolbox to help kids feel their best.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.