Great-West Life Therapists in Kingston, ON
Samantha Black | Trauma | Career | Burnout | ADHD
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you a Type A, driven, and hardworking woman who is quietly unraveling inside? No one sees your high-functioning anxiety or the trauma responses running the show. Your mind never stops, your body is always tense, and even relaxation feels impossible. Praise doesn’t register. You wonder if maybe you have ADHD, depression, or just burnout - but deep down, your intuition knows something’s off. Maybe you grew up having to perform, stay small, or manage other people’s emotions. You’ve tried the walks, journaling, meditations... but your nervous system still feels stuck. You know you need to “love yourself”—you just don’t know how
Are you a Type A, driven, and hardworking woman who is quietly unraveling inside? No one sees your high-functioning anxiety or the trauma responses running the show. Your mind never stops, your body is always tense, and even relaxation feels impossible. Praise doesn’t register. You wonder if maybe you have ADHD, depression, or just burnout - but deep down, your intuition knows something’s off. Maybe you grew up having to perform, stay small, or manage other people’s emotions. You’ve tried the walks, journaling, meditations... but your nervous system still feels stuck. You know you need to “love yourself”—you just don’t know how
David Kirshner | ADHD | Autism | Neurodivergent
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
As a neurodivergent person with ADHD myself, I know some of the difficulties you may face. If you have ADHD and/or are Autistic, you’ve probably spent many years trying to fight your own brain and force yourself to act “normal,” but find this never works in the long run. Or perhaps you have someone in your life who is neurodivergent, and are struggling meet their needs and your own. You may experience painful emotions, difficulty understanding yourself, and frustrating personal relationships. Navigating life can be overwhelming when you're neurodivergent, but I firmly believe there is hope, and I want you to feel hopeful too.
As a neurodivergent person with ADHD myself, I know some of the difficulties you may face. If you have ADHD and/or are Autistic, you’ve probably spent many years trying to fight your own brain and force yourself to act “normal,” but find this never works in the long run. Or perhaps you have someone in your life who is neurodivergent, and are struggling meet their needs and your own. You may experience painful emotions, difficulty understanding yourself, and frustrating personal relationships. Navigating life can be overwhelming when you're neurodivergent, but I firmly believe there is hope, and I want you to feel hopeful too.
My clients are looking to lead a balanced life with the perspective and tools to face challenges with resilience and optimism. Addictions, anxiety, depression, or negative thinking might be getting in the way of relationship or life goals. My clients are hoping to find practical problem solving in their sessions with me but also build bigger picture thinking and perhaps even get into the big philosophical questions that are a part of making life feel worth living. They value a genuine, human experience with an open-minded, culturally sensitive supporter, that allows them to tap into their own resources for long term well-being.
My clients are looking to lead a balanced life with the perspective and tools to face challenges with resilience and optimism. Addictions, anxiety, depression, or negative thinking might be getting in the way of relationship or life goals. My clients are hoping to find practical problem solving in their sessions with me but also build bigger picture thinking and perhaps even get into the big philosophical questions that are a part of making life feel worth living. They value a genuine, human experience with an open-minded, culturally sensitive supporter, that allows them to tap into their own resources for long term well-being.
I bring 24 years of experience to my practice, & clients choose to work with me when they want to change a pattern, discuss a relationship, navigate a life transition, or talk about the past. My role is to guide you on a transformative journey with unwavering support, offering powerful tools to help you feel better & more aligned. During treatment, clients often experience less anxiety, sadness, reactivity, or self-criticism. You’ll practice listening to your feelings, needs, & body which is a skill that increases confidence, makes decision-making easier, clarifies boundaries, & reduces stress overall.
I bring 24 years of experience to my practice, & clients choose to work with me when they want to change a pattern, discuss a relationship, navigate a life transition, or talk about the past. My role is to guide you on a transformative journey with unwavering support, offering powerful tools to help you feel better & more aligned. During treatment, clients often experience less anxiety, sadness, reactivity, or self-criticism. You’ll practice listening to your feelings, needs, & body which is a skill that increases confidence, makes decision-making easier, clarifies boundaries, & reduces stress overall.
Edward provides counselling and psychotherapy to adults, couples, families, adolescents, and children. He has a doctorate degree in clinical psychology, a master’s degree in counselling psychology, and he is a registered psychologist in the provinces of Ontario and New Brunswick.
Edward provides counselling and psychotherapy to adults, couples, families, adolescents, and children. He has a doctorate degree in clinical psychology, a master’s degree in counselling psychology, and he is a registered psychologist in the provinces of Ontario and New Brunswick.
Do you struggle with self-doubt, people-pleasing, or feeling disconnected from yourself? Are you navigating grief and unsure how to move forward? Your relationship with yourself is the foundation for everything—let’s strengthen it together. Through self-exploration, we’ll cultivate self-love, confidence, and resilience so you can build deeper, more fulfilling connections. Grief can feel isolating, but you don’t have to face it alone. Together, we’ll honour your loss, process your emotions, and find a path toward healing. Let’s begin your journey toward growth and self-discovery today.
Do you struggle with self-doubt, people-pleasing, or feeling disconnected from yourself? Are you navigating grief and unsure how to move forward? Your relationship with yourself is the foundation for everything—let’s strengthen it together. Through self-exploration, we’ll cultivate self-love, confidence, and resilience so you can build deeper, more fulfilling connections. Grief can feel isolating, but you don’t have to face it alone. Together, we’ll honour your loss, process your emotions, and find a path toward healing. Let’s begin your journey toward growth and self-discovery today.
Narcissistic Abuse - Attachment - Anxiety
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), MACP, BEd, BA
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Do you struggle with recovering from narcissistic abuse? Maybe it's a partner or parent that affects your current relationships, day to day life, or overall trust? Do you feel isolated, broken, embarrassed, hoping that things will change? Do you put other people's needs before your own? If so you likely feel overwhelmed, lost, and hurt by your partner, previous partner, or parent. You're probably wondering if things can possibly get better. If you're currently in a relationship with a narcissist or are recovering from narcissistic abuse, anxiety, depression, or trauma, you’re not alone, and I'm here to help you.
Do you struggle with recovering from narcissistic abuse? Maybe it's a partner or parent that affects your current relationships, day to day life, or overall trust? Do you feel isolated, broken, embarrassed, hoping that things will change? Do you put other people's needs before your own? If so you likely feel overwhelmed, lost, and hurt by your partner, previous partner, or parent. You're probably wondering if things can possibly get better. If you're currently in a relationship with a narcissist or are recovering from narcissistic abuse, anxiety, depression, or trauma, you’re not alone, and I'm here to help you.
Are you in your 20's or 30's with ADHD, anxiety and/or depression? Do you have a hard time saying no, regulating big emotions, or saying what you mean? You're exhausted from putting on a mask and faking it just to get through each day, only to collapse into doom scrolling until you fall asleep at night. You have a hard time making decisions, and feel like your body is stuck in fight-or-flight. You've tried all the things - exercise, meditation, affirmations, daily planners - but nothing seems to help. It's starting to impact your most important relationships - be it romantically, with family, friends, school or work
Are you in your 20's or 30's with ADHD, anxiety and/or depression? Do you have a hard time saying no, regulating big emotions, or saying what you mean? You're exhausted from putting on a mask and faking it just to get through each day, only to collapse into doom scrolling until you fall asleep at night. You have a hard time making decisions, and feel like your body is stuck in fight-or-flight. You've tried all the things - exercise, meditation, affirmations, daily planners - but nothing seems to help. It's starting to impact your most important relationships - be it romantically, with family, friends, school or work
Life can be overwhelming at times... You may be suffering from trauma, anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, depression, or struggling with relationship difficulties...Why not use professional help and see how science and therapy benefit you? We could together analyze what your current difficulties are and determine contributed factors for these issues. The primary goals for therapy are positive changes, new options, eliminating or reducing symptoms and/or using better coping strategies. The sessions are structured, yet relaxed.
Life can be overwhelming at times... You may be suffering from trauma, anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, depression, or struggling with relationship difficulties...Why not use professional help and see how science and therapy benefit you? We could together analyze what your current difficulties are and determine contributed factors for these issues. The primary goals for therapy are positive changes, new options, eliminating or reducing symptoms and/or using better coping strategies. The sessions are structured, yet relaxed.
I work primarily with millennial & GenZ women navigating big emotions, low self-esteem, neurodivergence, AuDHD, BPD, relationship anxiety, attachment wounds, and complex trauma stemming from "emotionally immature" parents. I also provide support for PMDD. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients and I always prioritize building a secure and friendly therapeutic relationship. My strength comes in the form of curating effective coping skills to suit your individual needs and holding space for emotions that may often be dismissed by others.
I work primarily with millennial & GenZ women navigating big emotions, low self-esteem, neurodivergence, AuDHD, BPD, relationship anxiety, attachment wounds, and complex trauma stemming from "emotionally immature" parents. I also provide support for PMDD. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients and I always prioritize building a secure and friendly therapeutic relationship. My strength comes in the form of curating effective coping skills to suit your individual needs and holding space for emotions that may often be dismissed by others.
I specialize in intensive couple therapy to create safe, and secure-functioning relationships. I explore attachment styles (developed early in life) so that couples understand why they say and do the things they do. With my guidance, couples define mutually-shared agreements that will provide a framework for operating as a team. And with this shared vision, they can learn to successfully manage any disagreements or disappointments that life may bring. My goal is to help each couple feel they are safe and secure, in each other's care, no matter the issue. I am a Level 11 PACT therapist.
I specialize in intensive couple therapy to create safe, and secure-functioning relationships. I explore attachment styles (developed early in life) so that couples understand why they say and do the things they do. With my guidance, couples define mutually-shared agreements that will provide a framework for operating as a team. And with this shared vision, they can learn to successfully manage any disagreements or disappointments that life may bring. My goal is to help each couple feel they are safe and secure, in each other's care, no matter the issue. I am a Level 11 PACT therapist.
Eras Therapy & Wellness | Anxiety Trauma ADHD
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BSc, MA, MSW
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Accepting NEW clients! Is anxiety, stress, trauma, ADHD, or insecurity controlling your life? At Eras Therapy and Wellness, we know life’s challenges can feel overwhelming—if you’re feeling stuck, disconnected, or not quite yourself, we’re here to help. Whether you’re navigating life's ups and downs, processing past experiences, or wanting tools to better manage your emotions, we’re committed to walking along side you in this journey. Our compassionate team of therapists is dedicated to supporting kids, teens, adults, and couples to feel less stressed, less depressed, more in control of their lives, and hopeful about the future.
Accepting NEW clients! Is anxiety, stress, trauma, ADHD, or insecurity controlling your life? At Eras Therapy and Wellness, we know life’s challenges can feel overwhelming—if you’re feeling stuck, disconnected, or not quite yourself, we’re here to help. Whether you’re navigating life's ups and downs, processing past experiences, or wanting tools to better manage your emotions, we’re committed to walking along side you in this journey. Our compassionate team of therapists is dedicated to supporting kids, teens, adults, and couples to feel less stressed, less depressed, more in control of their lives, and hopeful about the future.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). For 25 years, I have worked as an Intensive Marriage and Couples Therapist with my husband David Rubinstein, MA, RP. I now also maintain a busy Individual counselling practice for women, blending my experience as a therapist with Energy Psychology protocols. I work with women of all ages to enhance self-esteem, create secure relationships, and cope with traumatic loss. I also specialize in helping women over 60 to overcome late-in-life challenges, find new meaning and purpose, live vibrantly, and enjoy aging gracefully.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). For 25 years, I have worked as an Intensive Marriage and Couples Therapist with my husband David Rubinstein, MA, RP. I now also maintain a busy Individual counselling practice for women, blending my experience as a therapist with Energy Psychology protocols. I work with women of all ages to enhance self-esteem, create secure relationships, and cope with traumatic loss. I also specialize in helping women over 60 to overcome late-in-life challenges, find new meaning and purpose, live vibrantly, and enjoy aging gracefully.
I am currently accepting new clients – Megan is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) holding a Masters of Arts degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy with experience in individual counselling for youth (16+) and adults. She’s a firm believer that living a life aligned with one's values can bring a sense of purpose and meaning, and she is dedicated to helping her clients achieve this.
I am currently accepting new clients – Megan is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) holding a Masters of Arts degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy with experience in individual counselling for youth (16+) and adults. She’s a firm believer that living a life aligned with one's values can bring a sense of purpose and meaning, and she is dedicated to helping her clients achieve this.
Accepting New Clients! You’re smart, capable, and overwhelmed. Your brain moves fast, focus is a fight, and emotions can go from zero to sixty in seconds. Whether it’s ADHD, anxiety, or mood swings that won’t quit, life feels harder than it needs to be. You’re not lazy or broken—your nervous system just needs support. I help teens and adults understand their brains, regulate emotions, and build tools that work in real life. Let’s make things feel less chaotic and more doable.
Accepting New Clients! You’re smart, capable, and overwhelmed. Your brain moves fast, focus is a fight, and emotions can go from zero to sixty in seconds. Whether it’s ADHD, anxiety, or mood swings that won’t quit, life feels harder than it needs to be. You’re not lazy or broken—your nervous system just needs support. I help teens and adults understand their brains, regulate emotions, and build tools that work in real life. Let’s make things feel less chaotic and more doable.
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!
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!
You might not believe me right now, but it will get better. Whether your anxious thoughts seem to have a mind of their own, your depression makes everything feel like an uphill battle, or you're exhausted from trying to fit into a world that wasn't designed for your neuro-spicey brain... you can't imagine what self-kindness (let alone self-love) even looks like. The world feels grey. Even when there's nothing really "wrong," there's also nothing really "right." You don't only want to feel less bad; you want to feel GOOD. No, it's not too much to ask. And yes, you (yes, YOU) are worthy of a colourful, purposeful life. Hi, I'm Mandy.
You might not believe me right now, but it will get better. Whether your anxious thoughts seem to have a mind of their own, your depression makes everything feel like an uphill battle, or you're exhausted from trying to fit into a world that wasn't designed for your neuro-spicey brain... you can't imagine what self-kindness (let alone self-love) even looks like. The world feels grey. Even when there's nothing really "wrong," there's also nothing really "right." You don't only want to feel less bad; you want to feel GOOD. No, it's not too much to ask. And yes, you (yes, YOU) are worthy of a colourful, purposeful life. Hi, I'm Mandy.
Mindful With You Psychotherapy Services
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MACP, RP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Ready to flourish, blossom & grow? At Mindful With You, we believe that therapy is more than just a session — its about building a relationship where you feel safe to be yourself, explore your inner world, and create meaningful change. Healing begins with connection, and we’re here to meet you with warmth, understanding, and presence. We know that your experiences, your pain, and your goals are uniquely yours. We take a personalized and thoughtful approach to therapy — one that honours your story and adapts to your needs, whether you’re navigating old wounds, current stressors, or looking to reconnect with your true self.
Ready to flourish, blossom & grow? At Mindful With You, we believe that therapy is more than just a session — its about building a relationship where you feel safe to be yourself, explore your inner world, and create meaningful change. Healing begins with connection, and we’re here to meet you with warmth, understanding, and presence. We know that your experiences, your pain, and your goals are uniquely yours. We take a personalized and thoughtful approach to therapy — one that honours your story and adapts to your needs, whether you’re navigating old wounds, current stressors, or looking to reconnect with your true self.
I appreciate that seeking help can be intimidating. Many people feel that they suffer alone. People do not realize how common it is to suffer from mental health-related issues. In North America, one in five adults suffer from distress, such as depression, anxiety, and interpersonal problems. Psychotherapy is extremely effective at treating a wide variety of psychological issues. I provide evidence-based, individualized, and collaborative treatment to ensure the quality of care. My approach to psychotherapy incorporates cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and emotion-focused therapy (EFT).
I appreciate that seeking help can be intimidating. Many people feel that they suffer alone. People do not realize how common it is to suffer from mental health-related issues. In North America, one in five adults suffer from distress, such as depression, anxiety, and interpersonal problems. Psychotherapy is extremely effective at treating a wide variety of psychological issues. I provide evidence-based, individualized, and collaborative treatment to ensure the quality of care. My approach to psychotherapy incorporates cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and emotion-focused therapy (EFT).
You’re navigating the stages of life and change, taking care of everyone around you and hoping things will get better. You are successful, but can’t shake the feeling that you are not good enough, that you could always be doing more at work, at home and in your relationships with others. You’ve read all the books, listened to all the podcasts, googled everything you can think of but it all seems overwhelming and you feel even more isolated.
You’re navigating the stages of life and change, taking care of everyone around you and hoping things will get better. You are successful, but can’t shake the feeling that you are not good enough, that you could always be doing more at work, at home and in your relationships with others. You’ve read all the books, listened to all the podcasts, googled everything you can think of but it all seems overwhelming and you feel even more isolated.
