Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Kemptville, ON
I am licensed to practice across Ontario and have experience helping teens, adults and couples navigate life.
I believe that we are all incredibly unique and as such therapy is a journey that is also unique to each individual client. I work from this belief using a client-centered approach to support each individual as they navigate the ups and downs of life. I offer a safe and compassionate space to allow for the exploration of feelings, experiences, difficulties and concerns. I currently work with individuals 16+ and couples. I would be honoured to work with you.
I am licensed to practice across Ontario and have experience helping teens, adults and couples navigate life.
I believe that we are all incredibly unique and as such therapy is a journey that is also unique to each individual client. I work from this belief using a client-centered approach to support each individual as they navigate the ups and downs of life. I offer a safe and compassionate space to allow for the exploration of feelings, experiences, difficulties and concerns. I currently work with individuals 16+ and couples. I would be honoured to work with you.
I have a passion for working with first responders and their families and with our younger population including children and teens helping them navigate their unique challenges.
As no two people are the same, no two approaches to therapy are either. I utilize a trauma-informed lens using treatments and interventions from various modalities including Internal Family Systems, Sandtray Therapy, EMDR, Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT).
I have a passion for working with first responders and their families and with our younger population including children and teens helping them navigate their unique challenges.
As no two people are the same, no two approaches to therapy are either. I utilize a trauma-informed lens using treatments and interventions from various modalities including Internal Family Systems, Sandtray Therapy, EMDR, Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT).
Convenient, virtual options for individuals, couples, youth, rural residents.
My psychotherapy training is enhanced by my PhD in resilience, well-being and Green Care (nature/animal based), and years of experience in sport and wellness prior to becoming a therapist in the 2nd half of life. I have 5 years of mental health experience in hospital and clinical practice, registering as a Psychotherapist since 2019.
Convenient, virtual options for individuals, couples, youth, rural residents.
My psychotherapy training is enhanced by my PhD in resilience, well-being and Green Care (nature/animal based), and years of experience in sport and wellness prior to becoming a therapist in the 2nd half of life. I have 5 years of mental health experience in hospital and clinical practice, registering as a Psychotherapist since 2019.
Are you feeling stuck in a cycle of secrecy, shame, and isolation that often accompanies alcohol and/or substance use? Maybe you are wondering if you have a problem with substances, are contemplating change, or are interested in relapse prevention to sustain your gains in recovery. Alternatively, are you exhausted and feeling helpless as you navigate a loved one’s substance use and mental health concerns? Perhaps you are worried about your own well-being and want to reconnect with yourself. I also support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief/loss, chronic stress, and major life transitions.
Are you feeling stuck in a cycle of secrecy, shame, and isolation that often accompanies alcohol and/or substance use? Maybe you are wondering if you have a problem with substances, are contemplating change, or are interested in relapse prevention to sustain your gains in recovery. Alternatively, are you exhausted and feeling helpless as you navigate a loved one’s substance use and mental health concerns? Perhaps you are worried about your own well-being and want to reconnect with yourself. I also support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief/loss, chronic stress, and major life transitions.
Teens: Those experiencing anxiety who are open to exploring their emotions through art and learn healthy coping tools for regulation.
I believe in the potential of every person to move beyond suffering, achieve personal goals, and create a fulfilling life. Together, we can illuminate your path through the dark, harnessing your unique strengths and creativity. In sessions, art is used to access your creative potential and bring forth insights that can support your healing and growth.
Teens: Those experiencing anxiety who are open to exploring their emotions through art and learn healthy coping tools for regulation.
I believe in the potential of every person to move beyond suffering, achieve personal goals, and create a fulfilling life. Together, we can illuminate your path through the dark, harnessing your unique strengths and creativity. In sessions, art is used to access your creative potential and bring forth insights that can support your healing and growth.
At the Kemptville Stress Relief Centre we provide transformative therapy for stress and trauma. We know it’s important to have a safe space for you to reconnect with yourself and access your own wisdom to help you heal.
Our team of RPs and RSWs offer counselling for ages 2+ to individuals and couples. Our approach is collaborative and client-centred; we believe that you are the best expert on yourself. We use an integrative and psychodynamic approach including Narrative Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy and Mindfulness.
At the Kemptville Stress Relief Centre we provide transformative therapy for stress and trauma. We know it’s important to have a safe space for you to reconnect with yourself and access your own wisdom to help you heal.
Our team of RPs and RSWs offer counselling for ages 2+ to individuals and couples. Our approach is collaborative and client-centred; we believe that you are the best expert on yourself. We use an integrative and psychodynamic approach including Narrative Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy and Mindfulness.
I specialize in working with individuals and couples impacted by relational wounds, emotional overwhelm, and the often-overlooked identity shifts following traumatic brain injuries. My clients are often high-functioning but feel stuck in reactive patterns, communication breakdowns, or a loss of self after injury or prolonged stress. I offer a focused, insight-driven space to rebuild trust, deepen emotional awareness, and support meaningful, lasting change in both self and relationships.
I specialize in working with individuals and couples impacted by relational wounds, emotional overwhelm, and the often-overlooked identity shifts following traumatic brain injuries. My clients are often high-functioning but feel stuck in reactive patterns, communication breakdowns, or a loss of self after injury or prolonged stress. I offer a focused, insight-driven space to rebuild trust, deepen emotional awareness, and support meaningful, lasting change in both self and relationships.
With teens, I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and navigating interpersonal relationships.
I have experience working with adults with a variety of difficulties like anxiety, self-esteem, depression, relationship issues, narcissistic abuse, life transitions, and sleep. My goal is for this to be a collaborative process and for each client to be provided with a safe space where their thoughts, feelings, and emotions are heard, valued, and respected.
With teens, I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and navigating interpersonal relationships.
I have experience working with adults with a variety of difficulties like anxiety, self-esteem, depression, relationship issues, narcissistic abuse, life transitions, and sleep. My goal is for this to be a collaborative process and for each client to be provided with a safe space where their thoughts, feelings, and emotions are heard, valued, and respected.
Many of the people I work with are adults and teens who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns shaped by past experiences.
I offer trauma-informed, compassionate therapy for adults navigating anxiety, past trauma, and relationship challenges. My approach helps you slow down, reconnect with your body and emotions, and build safer, more supportive patterns ,so you can feel grounded, understood, and more at ease in your daily life.
Many of the people I work with are adults and teens who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns shaped by past experiences.
I offer trauma-informed, compassionate therapy for adults navigating anxiety, past trauma, and relationship challenges. My approach helps you slow down, reconnect with your body and emotions, and build safer, more supportive patterns ,so you can feel grounded, understood, and more at ease in your daily life.
Are you tired of your emotions controlling your life? Are you and your partner exhausted of constantly being in conflict and not sure how to get that connection back? I work holistically with individuals and couples who want to learn how and why their emotions are affecting them (or in their relationship), so they can regain control over their lives, feel happier and less stressed!
Are you tired of your emotions controlling your life? Are you and your partner exhausted of constantly being in conflict and not sure how to get that connection back? I work holistically with individuals and couples who want to learn how and why their emotions are affecting them (or in their relationship), so they can regain control over their lives, feel happier and less stressed!
I prioritize working with people on their relationship with themselves and then building on that to support their important interpersonal relationships. I provide gentle challenges to my clients, tailored to their pace and readiness, and supporting them to find meaning, growth and purpose from their pain.
I offer therapy sessions in-person or online via video. I'm available most weekdays, with some evenings/Saturdays.
I prioritize working with people on their relationship with themselves and then building on that to support their important interpersonal relationships. I provide gentle challenges to my clients, tailored to their pace and readiness, and supporting them to find meaning, growth and purpose from their pain.
I offer therapy sessions in-person or online via video. I'm available most weekdays, with some evenings/Saturdays.
I work with youth ages 11+, teens, adults, and families who are often struggling with depression, stress, neurodivergence, relationship issues, emotional difficulties, guilt, shame, and self-esteem.
Life happens with us, to us, and around us. It can tangle our thoughts and feelings with expectations and disappointment, leaving us unsure about how to take care of our well-being. Reaching out for help can be one of the hardest parts of the journey, and I applaud your bravery in taking these first steps.
Together, we will explore what is working for you and what is not; we will gain clarity of your needs, the direction you want your life to take, and what is needed to get you there. I will meet you with compassion, curiosity, empowerment, and respect.
I work with youth ages 11+, teens, adults, and families who are often struggling with depression, stress, neurodivergence, relationship issues, emotional difficulties, guilt, shame, and self-esteem.
Life happens with us, to us, and around us. It can tangle our thoughts and feelings with expectations and disappointment, leaving us unsure about how to take care of our well-being. Reaching out for help can be one of the hardest parts of the journey, and I applaud your bravery in taking these first steps.
Together, we will explore what is working for you and what is not; we will gain clarity of your needs, the direction you want your life to take, and what is needed to get you there. I will meet you with compassion, curiosity, empowerment, and respect.
Waitlist for new clients. Is a workplace trauma/critical incident impacting your well-being? Are you a Novice nurse looking for support as you navigate this challenging career? Are you feeling burned out and looking for change? Are you feeling isolated in your pain and loss? Are you looking for relief, support, and personal growth. Sarah works together with clients towards their goals in a caring and confidential environment. Sarah’s career as a nurse and life experience equips her well to provide support and counselling for a variety of client concerns.
Waitlist for new clients. Is a workplace trauma/critical incident impacting your well-being? Are you a Novice nurse looking for support as you navigate this challenging career? Are you feeling burned out and looking for change? Are you feeling isolated in your pain and loss? Are you looking for relief, support, and personal growth. Sarah works together with clients towards their goals in a caring and confidential environment. Sarah’s career as a nurse and life experience equips her well to provide support and counselling for a variety of client concerns.
As a Doctor of Counselling and Psychotherapy, I lead our team at Courtney James Counselling and Psychotherapy in providing a safe and supportive space for clients of all ages; children, teens, adults, as well as families and couples.
Our approach reflects the importance of relationship; considering the effects of past and current experiences, and how they may be impacting your present. We look forward to working with you to find practical tools that will initiate meaningful change, with intentional focus on safety and feeling understood.
As a Doctor of Counselling and Psychotherapy, I lead our team at Courtney James Counselling and Psychotherapy in providing a safe and supportive space for clients of all ages; children, teens, adults, as well as families and couples.
Our approach reflects the importance of relationship; considering the effects of past and current experiences, and how they may be impacting your present. We look forward to working with you to find practical tools that will initiate meaningful change, with intentional focus on safety and feeling understood.
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families navigating trauma, anxiety, relational challenges and/or life transitions. They seek clarity, emotional safety, and meaningful change, but may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected. They want to better understand themselves, strengthen relationships, and build resilience. Together, we work toward insight, regulation, and sustainable growth so they can feel more grounded, connected, and aligned in their lives. I offer in-person and virtual sessions, available weekdays, some evenings, and limited weekend appointments.
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families navigating trauma, anxiety, relational challenges and/or life transitions. They seek clarity, emotional safety, and meaningful change, but may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected. They want to better understand themselves, strengthen relationships, and build resilience. Together, we work toward insight, regulation, and sustainable growth so they can feel more grounded, connected, and aligned in their lives. I offer in-person and virtual sessions, available weekdays, some evenings, and limited weekend appointments.
We offer counselling and psychotherapy for individuals, couples, families and youth who are dealing with mental health issues such as stress, relationships, communication, depression, anxiety, trauma and PTSD, life transitions, self-knowledge and self-esteem.
We offer therapy tailored to your individual needs and are offering an IFS Art Therapy Group for Women starting Fall 2024! Our clinicians’ specialty areas include first responders, military, trauma, LGBTQ2S+, relationships, life transitions, children, and couples/family therapy. Our care is trauma-informed & evidence-based. Bilingual services are available!
We offer counselling and psychotherapy for individuals, couples, families and youth who are dealing with mental health issues such as stress, relationships, communication, depression, anxiety, trauma and PTSD, life transitions, self-knowledge and self-esteem.
We offer therapy tailored to your individual needs and are offering an IFS Art Therapy Group for Women starting Fall 2024! Our clinicians’ specialty areas include first responders, military, trauma, LGBTQ2S+, relationships, life transitions, children, and couples/family therapy. Our care is trauma-informed & evidence-based. Bilingual services are available!
As a registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Clinical Director, I strive to deliver compassionate and empathetic support in working with the client in finding their inner strength and abilities and expanding on those for success. I believe every individual is capable to succeed and breakthrough their past current and future challenges/struggles, whatever they might be. With the focus of the client as the expert and the clinician as supportive expert, you will have the opportunity to be guided through your own strengths and abilities in moving forward and finding happiness/success through the life course.
As a registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Clinical Director, I strive to deliver compassionate and empathetic support in working with the client in finding their inner strength and abilities and expanding on those for success. I believe every individual is capable to succeed and breakthrough their past current and future challenges/struggles, whatever they might be. With the focus of the client as the expert and the clinician as supportive expert, you will have the opportunity to be guided through your own strengths and abilities in moving forward and finding happiness/success through the life course.
Sometimes the worst place to be at is in your head! You must decide what you are going to do with this one wild life. I believe that each of us has greatness lying within waiting to be brought forth. I assist individuals experiencing difficult life transitions, such as, but not limited to loss of a loved one, change in health, job loss, divorce, chronic illness, parenthood, empty nest, menopause and retirement. I offer support to those struggling with depression, anxiety, loss of life engagement, emotion regulation, loss of self esteem, confusion, frustration, isolation, loneliness and life imbalance. Empowering people to live!
Sometimes the worst place to be at is in your head! You must decide what you are going to do with this one wild life. I believe that each of us has greatness lying within waiting to be brought forth. I assist individuals experiencing difficult life transitions, such as, but not limited to loss of a loved one, change in health, job loss, divorce, chronic illness, parenthood, empty nest, menopause and retirement. I offer support to those struggling with depression, anxiety, loss of life engagement, emotion regulation, loss of self esteem, confusion, frustration, isolation, loneliness and life imbalance. Empowering people to live!
I practice as a compassionate, creative, and supportive psychotherapist. I provide confidential, non-judgmental individual psychotherapy sessions and work collaboratively with each client to meet their specific needs. I feel deeply honoured to have the privilege of accompanying others on their healing journey.
I practice as a compassionate, creative, and supportive psychotherapist. I provide confidential, non-judgmental individual psychotherapy sessions and work collaboratively with each client to meet their specific needs. I feel deeply honoured to have the privilege of accompanying others on their healing journey.
Bachelor of Social Work Degree (BSW) from Carleton University 2001 & Child and Youth Worker Diploma from St Lawrence College (1997)
As a therapist I provide a client-centered approach to offering supportive and non-judgmental therapy in a caring and inclusive environment. My approach to therapy provides a calm and accepting space to allow people to discuss their challenges. It allows me to draw on clients’ strengths to develop strategies so they can attain their goals and work towards a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Bachelor of Social Work Degree (BSW) from Carleton University 2001 & Child and Youth Worker Diploma from St Lawrence College (1997)
As a therapist I provide a client-centered approach to offering supportive and non-judgmental therapy in a caring and inclusive environment. My approach to therapy provides a calm and accepting space to allow people to discuss their challenges. It allows me to draw on clients’ strengths to develop strategies so they can attain their goals and work towards a more balanced and fulfilling life.
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FAQ - Teenage and Adolescent Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.