Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Kitchener, ON
Reaching out for help can be a difficult thing to do and takes courage. If you are struggling with Relationships, Mental Health, PTSD/Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Loss, Eating Disorders, you don't have to struggle alone. Together we can work towards the best version of you and progress towards your healing goals. I am a clinical Social Worker and provide Individual, Couple and Family counselling for a wide range of concerns. Effective therapy happens when there is a relationship established between the client and the counsellor. I have many years of experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds.
Reaching out for help can be a difficult thing to do and takes courage. If you are struggling with Relationships, Mental Health, PTSD/Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Loss, Eating Disorders, you don't have to struggle alone. Together we can work towards the best version of you and progress towards your healing goals. I am a clinical Social Worker and provide Individual, Couple and Family counselling for a wide range of concerns. Effective therapy happens when there is a relationship established between the client and the counsellor. I have many years of experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds.
Accepting new clients. If you’re here, you’ve already taken a courageous first step. I work with adults feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, or self-doubt—especially first responders and healthcare professionals carrying high-stress roles. Using evidence-based approaches tailored to your needs, we’ll process difficult experiences, shift unhelpful patterns, and build practical coping tools—helping you feel grounded, confident, and ready to move forward with clarity, resilience and purpose.
Accepting new clients. If you’re here, you’ve already taken a courageous first step. I work with adults feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, or self-doubt—especially first responders and healthcare professionals carrying high-stress roles. Using evidence-based approaches tailored to your needs, we’ll process difficult experiences, shift unhelpful patterns, and build practical coping tools—helping you feel grounded, confident, and ready to move forward with clarity, resilience and purpose.
Hi! I'm Gillian (she/her) and I am a Registered Psychotherapist and a Canadian Certified Counsellor. I have studied mental health across the lifespan and have over 15 years of experience working in healthcare. I believe that at the heart of being human is the desire for connection with others and our world. But sometimes it can feel like we are stuck and disconnected. As a therapist, I set out to build strong connections with my clients, making them feel seen, heard and cared for. Together we set goals and make a treatment plan, taking into account each individual’s unique experiences, culture, and beliefs.
Hi! I'm Gillian (she/her) and I am a Registered Psychotherapist and a Canadian Certified Counsellor. I have studied mental health across the lifespan and have over 15 years of experience working in healthcare. I believe that at the heart of being human is the desire for connection with others and our world. But sometimes it can feel like we are stuck and disconnected. As a therapist, I set out to build strong connections with my clients, making them feel seen, heard and cared for. Together we set goals and make a treatment plan, taking into account each individual’s unique experiences, culture, and beliefs.
I work with teens and young adults navigating anxiety, trauma, burnout, people-pleasing, identity, school stress, and life transitions.
My approach is warm, down-to-earth, and practical. You don’t have to be good at talking or have a big story figured out - I’ll meet you where you’re at. Together, we’ll build skills to manage stress and emotions, explore what’s underneath the surface, and move toward the kind of life (and relationships) that feel more like yours.
I work with teens and young adults navigating anxiety, trauma, burnout, people-pleasing, identity, school stress, and life transitions.
My approach is warm, down-to-earth, and practical. You don’t have to be good at talking or have a big story figured out - I’ll meet you where you’re at. Together, we’ll build skills to manage stress and emotions, explore what’s underneath the surface, and move toward the kind of life (and relationships) that feel more like yours.
Sometimes life is difficult. Whether you are facing a big life transition, or feel overwhelmed trying to manage the day to day stresses and difficult emotions, talking with someone can be a great source of comfort and help. As a deep feeler myself, I care very much about walking with others towards a healthy way of understanding and responding to powerful emotions. Whether you are looking for a therapist because anxiety, depression, patterns of behaviour or relationship distress feel beyond your control my goal is that you will experience safety, acceptance and welcome in our work together.
Sometimes life is difficult. Whether you are facing a big life transition, or feel overwhelmed trying to manage the day to day stresses and difficult emotions, talking with someone can be a great source of comfort and help. As a deep feeler myself, I care very much about walking with others towards a healthy way of understanding and responding to powerful emotions. Whether you are looking for a therapist because anxiety, depression, patterns of behaviour or relationship distress feel beyond your control my goal is that you will experience safety, acceptance and welcome in our work together.
It is part of the human experience to have ups and downs in life. My passion for being a therapist is holding space for those struggling or navigating through life’s difficulties. As a client centered therapist, it is my goal to provide clients a warm, safe and accepting environment where you can feel comfortable to share your story. Each individual person is unique, and it is important to me to understand all of the aspects of a persons life that make them who they are. Together we will collaboratively develop goals that would be meaningful to you that are realistic, achievable and bring you closer to the life you want to live.
It is part of the human experience to have ups and downs in life. My passion for being a therapist is holding space for those struggling or navigating through life’s difficulties. As a client centered therapist, it is my goal to provide clients a warm, safe and accepting environment where you can feel comfortable to share your story. Each individual person is unique, and it is important to me to understand all of the aspects of a persons life that make them who they are. Together we will collaboratively develop goals that would be meaningful to you that are realistic, achievable and bring you closer to the life you want to live.
Are you longing for close connections with your loved ones, but something seems to jumble up your messages to one another, driving you apart? Is your loved one pulling back or acting out, leaving you unsure how to reach them? Do you catch yourself going through the motions to please or care for everyone around you, but losing sight of your own needs and voice along the way? Are hurts from trauma or grief clinging to you, overwhelming you, or making it hard to thrive?
Are you longing for close connections with your loved ones, but something seems to jumble up your messages to one another, driving you apart? Is your loved one pulling back or acting out, leaving you unsure how to reach them? Do you catch yourself going through the motions to please or care for everyone around you, but losing sight of your own needs and voice along the way? Are hurts from trauma or grief clinging to you, overwhelming you, or making it hard to thrive?
Chloe is a warm and compassionate psychotherapist who works with children, teens, adults, and couples—particularly those navigating anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, identity exploration, life transitions, and existential concerns.
Chloe takes an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from psychoanalytic, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), dialectical behavior (DBT), and existential therapies. She thoughtfully adapts these modalities to meet each client’s unique needs.
Chloe is a warm and compassionate psychotherapist who works with children, teens, adults, and couples—particularly those navigating anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, identity exploration, life transitions, and existential concerns.
Chloe takes an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from psychoanalytic, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), dialectical behavior (DBT), and existential therapies. She thoughtfully adapts these modalities to meet each client’s unique needs.
Accepting NEW patients for low-cost therapy individual and couples therapy in English and Mandarin. Whether you’re navigating stress, relationship challenges, health concerns, or questions of identity and belonging. My sessions are tailored to your unique needs and goals, helping you uncover patterns, build coping strategies, and move toward meaningful change. As an ethnic minority female therapist, I bring both personal and professional awareness to the ways culture, identity, and lived experiences shape who we are. I value and respect diversity, and I aim to meet you with cultural sensitivity and openness.
Accepting NEW patients for low-cost therapy individual and couples therapy in English and Mandarin. Whether you’re navigating stress, relationship challenges, health concerns, or questions of identity and belonging. My sessions are tailored to your unique needs and goals, helping you uncover patterns, build coping strategies, and move toward meaningful change. As an ethnic minority female therapist, I bring both personal and professional awareness to the ways culture, identity, and lived experiences shape who we are. I value and respect diversity, and I aim to meet you with cultural sensitivity and openness.
Are you feeling stuck? Noticing that certain emotional, relational, or behavioral patterns keep repeating themselves, even when they no longer serve you? These patterns often develop early in life and can shape how you relate to yourself, to others, and to the challenges you face. While once protective or adaptive, over time they can contribute to distress, disconnection, or a sense of being unable to move forward. I can help you if you are experiencing anxiety, low mood, self-esteem and identity concerns, relationship and family challenges, life transitions, grief and loss, trauma, or questions related to sexual identity.
Are you feeling stuck? Noticing that certain emotional, relational, or behavioral patterns keep repeating themselves, even when they no longer serve you? These patterns often develop early in life and can shape how you relate to yourself, to others, and to the challenges you face. While once protective or adaptive, over time they can contribute to distress, disconnection, or a sense of being unable to move forward. I can help you if you are experiencing anxiety, low mood, self-esteem and identity concerns, relationship and family challenges, life transitions, grief and loss, trauma, or questions related to sexual identity.
Judy Quartel-Benjamins Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
2 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2C
Each one of us has a need to be deeply heard. To be listened to in a space that is empathic, accepting and without judgment can be a life-changing experience. As a therapist, compassion and acceptance are foundational values for my work. You come with your own unique life story, influenced by your family of origin, adult relationships and experiences. By reflection and exploration, I help facilitate a therapeutic space which allows you to explore the deeper parts of your self and discover new possibilities. I believe each person has the innate wisdom to discover how they can flourish and thrive again.
Each one of us has a need to be deeply heard. To be listened to in a space that is empathic, accepting and without judgment can be a life-changing experience. As a therapist, compassion and acceptance are foundational values for my work. You come with your own unique life story, influenced by your family of origin, adult relationships and experiences. By reflection and exploration, I help facilitate a therapeutic space which allows you to explore the deeper parts of your self and discover new possibilities. I believe each person has the innate wisdom to discover how they can flourish and thrive again.
Do you want to develop strategies to better manage thoughts, feelings and relationships that are holding you back from a healthy and productive life? Are you struggling with finding enjoyment in life, experiencing mental or physical illness, grief, and loss, stress in your job, relationships or as a caregiver or parent? I am here to help you improve your psychological well-being, strengthen your relationships, and attachments and move towards personal healing, self-awareness and growth. I am here to help you break the cycle of negative thoughts, emotions and relationships and take steps to experience a positive and fulfilling life.
Do you want to develop strategies to better manage thoughts, feelings and relationships that are holding you back from a healthy and productive life? Are you struggling with finding enjoyment in life, experiencing mental or physical illness, grief, and loss, stress in your job, relationships or as a caregiver or parent? I am here to help you improve your psychological well-being, strengthen your relationships, and attachments and move towards personal healing, self-awareness and growth. I am here to help you break the cycle of negative thoughts, emotions and relationships and take steps to experience a positive and fulfilling life.
Navigating life’s challenges—especially as an immigrant, a person of colour, an Indigenous person, an LGBTQIA2S+ individual, or simply someone adjusting to a new life, new culture or new circumstances—can feel isolating. You don’t have to go through it alone. I provide a warm, compassionate space where you can explore your experiences, heal from past struggles, and build a future that aligns with your values and goals.
Navigating life’s challenges—especially as an immigrant, a person of colour, an Indigenous person, an LGBTQIA2S+ individual, or simply someone adjusting to a new life, new culture or new circumstances—can feel isolating. You don’t have to go through it alone. I provide a warm, compassionate space where you can explore your experiences, heal from past struggles, and build a future that aligns with your values and goals.
Imagine if you weren’t constantly worried. You were confident in your abilities at home and work. Your past was a memory to reflect on, not a shadow in your present. You had a space where you felt safe to talk about anything that was troubling you. If any of these hopes resonate with you, our team is here to support you. Stop feeling exhausted and start feeling more balanced today. Psychotherapy can help you find yourself again, and we understand you don’t want to feel this way forever. Our therapists are highly trained in a variety of issues and approaches. Let's help you find a therapist who’s a great fit!
Imagine if you weren’t constantly worried. You were confident in your abilities at home and work. Your past was a memory to reflect on, not a shadow in your present. You had a space where you felt safe to talk about anything that was troubling you. If any of these hopes resonate with you, our team is here to support you. Stop feeling exhausted and start feeling more balanced today. Psychotherapy can help you find yourself again, and we understand you don’t want to feel this way forever. Our therapists are highly trained in a variety of issues and approaches. Let's help you find a therapist who’s a great fit!
If you’re someone who’s used to holding everything together, showing up for everyone, and pushing through even when you’re exhausted, you’re in the right place.
You don’t have to navigate burnout, self-doubt, or major life transitions alone. Therapy can be a place where you set down the pressure and explore who you are beneath all the expectations. A place where you can say the things you’ve kept to yourself, slow down long enough to notice what you actually need, and reconnect with the parts of you that you’ve had to put on hold.
If you’re someone who’s used to holding everything together, showing up for everyone, and pushing through even when you’re exhausted, you’re in the right place.
You don’t have to navigate burnout, self-doubt, or major life transitions alone. Therapy can be a place where you set down the pressure and explore who you are beneath all the expectations. A place where you can say the things you’ve kept to yourself, slow down long enough to notice what you actually need, and reconnect with the parts of you that you’ve had to put on hold.
I support individuals navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, emotional overwhelm, low self-esteem, life transitions, BIPOC experiences and relationship challenges. As an immigrant woman with deep cultural and lived experience, I understand the complexities of balancing multiple roles, navigating cultural expectations, and carrying the emotional weight of past and present experiences. I honour your story, your strengths, and the identities that shape who you are.
My approach is gentle, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that every person has the capacity for healing and growth when given a safe and compassionate environment.
I support individuals navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, emotional overwhelm, low self-esteem, life transitions, BIPOC experiences and relationship challenges. As an immigrant woman with deep cultural and lived experience, I understand the complexities of balancing multiple roles, navigating cultural expectations, and carrying the emotional weight of past and present experiences. I honour your story, your strengths, and the identities that shape who you are.
My approach is gentle, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that every person has the capacity for healing and growth when given a safe and compassionate environment.
For the past 15 years, my most meaningful work has involved supporting adolescents, their families, and adults.
I believe people are innately resilient, able to withstand adversity, bounce back from life challenges, and flourish. Being resilient does not mean you will never feel stressed, emotionally overwhelmed or suffer. Being resilient means having the courage to climb the mountain, embracing the journey of vulnerability and having the strength to heal. On the other side of this experience is self-awareness, meaningful connections with others, purpose and improved emotional and physical health.
For the past 15 years, my most meaningful work has involved supporting adolescents, their families, and adults.
I believe people are innately resilient, able to withstand adversity, bounce back from life challenges, and flourish. Being resilient does not mean you will never feel stressed, emotionally overwhelmed or suffer. Being resilient means having the courage to climb the mountain, embracing the journey of vulnerability and having the strength to heal. On the other side of this experience is self-awareness, meaningful connections with others, purpose and improved emotional and physical health.
Hello! I am queer, transgender, autistic, and have ADHD. Because of these intersecting identities, I understand that every client has their own unique needs. I want to meet you where you are at. It is my job to meet you where you are and work with your needs. I am warm and empathetic, and I create a safe, judgment-free space for you to open up at your own pace. As someone who has accessed mental health services, I know how important it is to feel heard and supported by your therapist. That is exactly what I do in my practice! Book a free consultation today! Social media: Tik Tok and Instagram: rainbowgalaxyocunselling
Hello! I am queer, transgender, autistic, and have ADHD. Because of these intersecting identities, I understand that every client has their own unique needs. I want to meet you where you are at. It is my job to meet you where you are and work with your needs. I am warm and empathetic, and I create a safe, judgment-free space for you to open up at your own pace. As someone who has accessed mental health services, I know how important it is to feel heard and supported by your therapist. That is exactly what I do in my practice! Book a free consultation today! Social media: Tik Tok and Instagram: rainbowgalaxyocunselling
With over 25 years of experience in the mental heath field, I work with adults, teens, couples and families.
My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing on a range of evidence-based modalities to best support your unique needs. These may include cognitive behavioural, mindfulness-based and emotion-focused therapies. With couples, I use EFT with a strength-based approach to support healthy communication, deepen intimacy and foster effective conflict resolution.
With over 25 years of experience in the mental heath field, I work with adults, teens, couples and families.
My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing on a range of evidence-based modalities to best support your unique needs. These may include cognitive behavioural, mindfulness-based and emotion-focused therapies. With couples, I use EFT with a strength-based approach to support healthy communication, deepen intimacy and foster effective conflict resolution.
Are you struggling with relationships? Are you anxious, stressed, or feeling stuck when it comes to your romantic partner or sex life? Do you struggle to feel fulfilled in life? Does anxiety or stress often get the best of you? My name is Kaitlyn, and I'm a Registered Psychotherapist and Sex Therapist currently working with clients to explore relationships, anxiety, burnout, and sex/intimacy. I have experience working with individuals and couples to facilitate healthy relationships, as well as navigating themes of ADHD, communication, conflict, desire, sexual trauma, and sexual functioning/dysfunction.
Are you struggling with relationships? Are you anxious, stressed, or feeling stuck when it comes to your romantic partner or sex life? Do you struggle to feel fulfilled in life? Does anxiety or stress often get the best of you? My name is Kaitlyn, and I'm a Registered Psychotherapist and Sex Therapist currently working with clients to explore relationships, anxiety, burnout, and sex/intimacy. I have experience working with individuals and couples to facilitate healthy relationships, as well as navigating themes of ADHD, communication, conflict, desire, sexual trauma, and sexual functioning/dysfunction.
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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.