Child Therapists in Kingston, ON

I believe that relationship and connection is the context for raising children . I am a facilitator of the Dr. Gordon Neufeld paradigm where I assist parents and professionals to make sense of children from the inside out. I practice from a developmental attachment framework that uses insight to inform interventions and practices. The realization of human potential is my focus.

I help children , teens, and caregivers when life feels difficult. Kids can struggle with worries, anxiety, anger, behaviour, difficulties at school, or challenges with relationships. Caregivers also need support to cope with these challenges and to develop strategies to best support their child . I can help you find new ways to cope with challenges, create positive change, strengthen relationships, and improve individual balance. I provide counselling with compassion and unconditional acceptance.

*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* When people are anxious, grieving, or struggling in life, it can be hard to to know where to turn for help. I work with children , adolescents, adults,and couples to assist in improving their well being and re-establish healthy, happy patterns and lifestyles. I am a Registered Social Worker and have over 25 years experience in various counselling roles. I am passionate about meeting people where they are at and empowering them to be the best versions of themselves.

I provide attachment focused Child , Youth and Family Therapy. I use the frameworks of Family Systems Theory and Attachment Theory to guide my clients on the path to optimal mental health and family functioning. I have been providing counselling services and support to children , youth and families since 2009. I have particular experience in the areas of adolescent mental health, addressing parent- child conflict and supporting adoptions and adoptive families.

Ms. Julia Johnson holds a Master degree is Clinical Psychology, is a Registered Psychotherapist, & Play-therapy Supervisor, a Certified Canadian Counsellor and a Licensed Professional Counsellor in NJ. Ms. Johnson has worked in US for 17 years & Canada for 14 years in different settings, hospital, residential and schools. In 2016 she funded Johnson, Family counselling to provide services to people of different walk of life. We support couples, families, & parents. JFC provides psychotherapy to people who wants to move on and overcome fears and limitations, becoming the best they can be and creating meaning-full relationships.

Do you or your child need help to cope with anxiety, phobias, social isolation, or loneliness? Are you finding it difficult to navigate the complexities of your blended family? Have you struggled with depression, anger, or impulse control? In therapy, you can build coping skills that provide significant relief and support sustained lifelong healing. Reach out to me today. Support for children , teens, adults, and families. Anxiety, loneliness, impulse control, anger, phobias, and family conflict are all difficult to handle by yourself. We will work towards building the tools that you need to thrive. I look forward to helping!

Feeling uninspired or disconnected from yourself? Are you struggling to manage stress and feeling overwhelmed? Perhaps you haven't been as good about taking care of yourself. Are you at a crossroads in your career or emotional life? We can all feel lost, unsure, ambivalent, or unhappy at times. You've taken a major step in recognizing you are ready to see things differently and desire more for yourself. I am honored by your choice to work with me. I can help you understand and manage whatever life throws at you. I can help guide you on your journey and provide you with tools to help facilitate the desired change in your life.

I work from a place that values and acknowledges the need for connection and right relationship in all domains of life, including the therapeutic relationship. The desire to feel heard, understood, known and safe is an inherent need we all desire and I aspire to create this dynamic in all my therapeutic working relationships. I am strength-based clinician, drawing on each individual unique gifts, talents and experiences. I understand and feel privileged to witness the triumph over one's challenges through this therapeutic process. I am a RP, with 30 years in Mental Health, working with children , youth, adults, couples and families.

I am an experienced counsellor with over 15 years working with individuals, couples, children and families. I am a trauma therapist; an Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) clinician. I am extremely approachable, offering a supportive and welcoming environment to assist with the development of self-awareness, the understanding of behaviours and patterns, the appropriate expression of thoughts and feelings and the exploration of healthy and effective coping skills. In my approach to counselling I use a variety of therapeutic modalities including, but not limited to, narrative and mindfulness-based therapy.

I am a Social Worker and Registered Psychotherapist (Q) that offers evidence based and compassionate therapy for those willing to travel along the path towards flourishing and wellness. As life becomes increasingly complicated, I seek to provide unique and personalized therapy delivered to you in person or online to help you along your journey. I draw from a breadth of experience in correctional institutions, hospital settings, detox, addiction rehabs, crisis services, child and youth counselling agencies, adult mental health services, and with Kingston Police.

I provide clinical support to individuals who have experienced early trauma and loss, as well as families experiencing adjustment difficulties related to separation and divorce. In my practice, I offer counselling for situational life stressors, as well as mild to moderate mental health issues, such as depression and anxiety. Services available for children , adolescents and adults.

I offer clinical services in the Kingston area (operating in JD Physiotherapy) and Ottawa (430 Hazeldean Rd) that support those of all backgrounds facing mental health challenges. Counseling and psychoeducational assessment services are for children and adolescents (ages 6 to 23). Online counseling is also available for individuals located in the GTA. Through therapy, the goal is for individuals to better understand themselves by identifying strengths while also managing their struggles with mental health.

Are you a teen or young adult struggling to cope with constant worrying or depression? Are you experiencing stress and difficulties at school, work, or in relationships? Do you find you’re frequently doubting your abilities, beating yourself up about mistakes, or ruminating over flaws and imperfections? Or perhaps you’re a parent who has noticed signs of anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem in your child .

With over twenty five years experience working with children , youth, young adults and families, I am committed to helping you take charge of the issues that are troubling you. I am trained in various evidence informed approaches – like CBT, SFT, Narrative therapy, ABA and trauma treatment. I help people overcome the impact of anxiety, depression, traumatic events, difficult transitions, and help individuals and families build better connections. Office on Queens Campus 212 Barrie Street, evening and weekend appointments available, free parking.

You know your child best and when your gut feelings tell you that something is going on with your child , it’s time to act on that hunch. My practice is devoted to art and play-based therapies using evidence-based theories and approaches. Clients work at their own pace to creatively explore, understand their own strengths, and implement learned strategies for managing anxiety, stress, school, social concerns, big emotions, grief, gender/orientation and life transitions. I will gently, creatively and compassionately support and nurture your child to overcome their challenges and find their own path to well-being.