Anxiety Therapists in Kitchener, ON
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Haifa Staiti
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I am a registered social worker and psychotherapist with experience providing counselling support for both individuals and groups. I work with people living with complex and multidimensional difficulties relating to depression,
anxiety
, trauma, and mental health conditions. My work includes a deep commitment to the well-being of my clients and my passion is to guide my clients on the journey to make the shift from surviving to thriving.
Lunar Psychotherapy & Wellness
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CPT
Verified
Verified
Over 23 Years of Experience. Lunar Psychotherapy & Play Therapy supports children, youth and adults struggling with living their fullest, most authentic life. Registered Psychotherapists and Certified Play Therapists work with individuals with concerns around stress,
anxiety
, depression, chronic health issues, emotional dysregulation, and impulse control challenges. Lunar Psychotherapy & Wellness offers a safe, non-judgmental and supportive space that works together with service seekers to evoke healthy, positive and sustainable change.
Soha Elsayed
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, MBA
Verified
Verified
Throughout my professional experience as a clinician, I have had the privilege and honor to help thousands of people like yourself with a wide range of issues like depression,
anxiety
, BPD, addiction, grief, parenting, chronic illness.
Being anxious, sad, overwhelmed or having no hope can have a negative impact on your physical and mental health. Seeking help might not be easy; and opening up and revealing yourself in therapy can be intimidating. This is why most people who suffer mentally and emotionally, do not seek help, often being forced to cope in unhealthy ways to seek temporary relief. But you are here because you are seeking help, congratulations for taking your first step towards healing!
Katherine Spere
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
Verified
Our clinicians have extensive experience working with children, teens, and parents on concerns such as
anxiety
, depression, stress, learning difficulties, ADHD, parenting issues and behaviour issues.
COVID-19 has caused unprecedented measures including school shut downs and working from home. This has resulted in enormous stress on adults, children, teens, and parents. Whether you are worried about the state of the world, stressed out by juggling the demands of working and teaching your children, or are dealing with preexisting mental health concerns, we are here to help. I am the director of Kitchener Psychology Centre, a team of dedicated, caring psychologists and associates who are committed to quality care. We work from an evidenced based orientation and consult with you to determine goals and treatment plans.
Nicholas Jacob Balaisis
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, RP
Verified
Verified
My intention for you, as a therapist, is to be with you with compassion and skill to help you through life's difficult times and to help you reach your greater potential. We will work together, in a supportive environment, to increase resilience and wisdom so you can be better able to access, communicate and actualize your inner needs. Most of the clients I see are burdened by
anxiety
, depression, relationship problems and/or trauma. I have resources and strategies that address these all too common concerns.
Miguel P Guayasamin
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My focus has been to support individuals and families work through
anxiety
, depression, emotional dysregulation, ADHD, ODD, school refusal, and family struggles.
Life is beautiful, in part because of its challenges which can help us to grow and learn more about ourselves. There are times when we can feel overwhelmed and experience increased stress,
anxiety
, low mood or various other things that have us feeling less like ourselves. Simply put, those are all signs that you have done the best that you can with the skills and supports that you have to navigate this part of your life. My hope in this role is to support each individual to realign with their strengths and the development of the skills needed to thrive during these seasons.
Laura Teutsch
Registered Psychotherapist, MMT, RP, MTA
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Laura uses psychotherapy and music therapy working with individuals who struggle with
anxiety
, depression, grief, trauma, and autism. Meeting every client where they are on their life journey, Laura enters each new therapeutic relationship with passion, prepared to learn her clients’ stories and what makes them who they are. Laura strongly believes that the therapeutic relationship must be built on mutual respect, trust, and unconditional positive regard, and that these are central to any therapy process.
Thanh Rushton
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
For the past 19 years I have supported children, adolescents, and families with addictions, trauma, depression,
anxiety
, bullying, and adverse childhood experiences including (physical abuse, sexual abuse and neglect).
Are you holding on to past pain? Are you worried about your child's mental health? Are you ready to move forward and embrace change? I am here to support you with that therapeutic journey. All counselling services are provided virtually via Google Meet or telephone.
Waitlist for new clients
Katie Dixon
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I know first hand what it is like to live with
anxiety
, depression and chronic pain. For me it has felt like a lack of control over my life and, at times, total hopelessness for my future. Even though I still have hard days, through my own personal work, I have cultivated resiliency and agency within my life. This lived experience has allowed for deep and transformative work with my clients. As your Therapist, I will connect to your choice of words, your expression of emotions and body language and ask pointed questions to bring awareness to the root causes of your presenting issues.
Kitchener, ON N2G
& Online
Waitlist for new clients
Brian Martin
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified
Verified
Do you want an empathic ear and a voice that instills hope in times of stress,
anxiety
and depression? I offer a safe and non-judgmental space to work through the things you are facing.
Ummehani Rehmani
Pre-Licensed Professional, BSc, MSc, OAMHP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I’ve helped adults improve their emotional and psychological well-being and have supported children and their parents with various needs including, but not limited to, ASD, ADHD/ADD,
anxiety
and self-esteem.
Accepting New Clients - A human mind is a very mysterious place filled with memories, desires, feelings thoughts, knowledge, and sensations. At times these are positive while other times they can be negative, unwanted and create a sense of chaos overpowering our lives. How can we stop those unwanted and unpleasant experiences from overwhelming us? Great Question! I help adults and children overcome these challenging thoughts and behaviours through reflection, creating and pursuing goals and nurturing healthy lifestyles.
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Adam Koenig
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified
Verified
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress,
anxiety
, or having difficulty navigating a work/life balance? Are you experiencing life transitions, unexpected changes, or relationship difficulties? Have you suffered a loss and are feeling you need some support as you navigate through your grief? Life’s challenges can leave you feeling stuck, disoriented and discouraged, but you do not need to face the journey towards personal growth and healing alone. Using my training and experience with the challenges listed above, I can offer you a safe and judgment free space in which we will work together to discover a path forward.
Sandra Karlin
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP
Verified
Verified
My passion is rooted in empowering clients to discover their best selves through exploration, authenticity, and acceptance. No matter the issue, be it addressing major life changes, stress of day-to-day living, building meaningful relationships,
anxiety
or depression, I have always believed if we are given the correct tools and a safe space to talk about our challenges, we can accomplish more than we are even aware of.
Amanda Rout
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Have you been struggling with stress,
anxiety
, depression, or self-esteem? Have you been feeling tired, overwhelmed, or stuck? You are not alone. I offer a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space for you to show up as your authentic self and feel heard and understood. Working from a client-centred and collaborative approach, I strive to meet you where you are and support you in navigating the challenges that you are facing. I recognize that therapy is not one size fits all and will honour your unique needs, values, and strengths.
Kitchener, ON N2R
& Online
Waitlist for new clients
Carey Emmerson
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC, MTS
Verified
Verified
As a Registered Psychotherapist and Canadian Certified Counsellor, I offer services for clients experiencing symptoms of depression,
anxiety
, trauma and PTSD, relationship challenges, grief, and more.
People come to therapy with the hope of enhancing their life story in a meaningful way, yet many find themselves held back from realizing this hope due to painful emotions, relationship problems, and trauma. Psychotherapy can be the chapter in a person’s life where stuck circumstances finally start to change. Psychotherapy can be the chapter where a person grieves their losses, confronts their deepest
fears
, heals deep-seated wounds, and finds within themselves the courage and strength to go forward with greater confidence, joy, and peace.
Gillian Flynn
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MSc
Verified
Verified
I work with individuals, couples, and families on relationship and intimacy issues, stress,
anxiety
, depression, self-worth, grief and life transitions.
Hi! I'm Gillian (she/her) and I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). 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.
Catherine Lynn Roach
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MACP, RP
Verified
Verified
Are you experiencing challenges that are overwhelming? Confidential and compassionate therapy is available. Therapy for
anxiety
, depression, relationship concerns, and anger management . Experienced therapist that enjoys working with clients to help them reach their goals. I primarily use an approach called Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. CBT is an evidenced-based approach with numerous studies proving its efficacy. My goal is to help you feel comfortable enough with me to focus on the areas that are causing concern for you and together focus on making lasting changes.
Jackie Vaerewyck
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Accepting NEW clients! - If you are reading this you have already taken the scariest step; recognizing that you want some extra help or support. Are you experiencing issues in life and you don't know how to approach them, where to even start, or who to reach out to? Do you have past experiences which are not letting you move on with your life? Are you struggling with depression,
anxiety
, unhelpful thinking patterns, self-esteem or trauma? Work as a first responder and experience stress and/or trauma? Struggle with a personality or mood disorder? Sometimes life gives us more than we can handle alone, and we don't know how to cope.
Dan Good
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Do you find yourself struggling with feelings of inadequacy? No matter what you do, this feeling, and the self-criticisms that come with it feel impossible to shake? Maybe you find yourself worrying about the future, doubting your capability to cope with whatever life is about to throw at you next. Perhaps you can even see repetitive behaviours that keep you stuck, but you can't find a way to change these ingrained habits. The degree to which these things effect everyone lies on a continuum. Some struggle with low self-esteem, others depression and
anxiety
, and trauma can lead to severe changes in many of these areas.
KW Mental Health and Wellness
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Some areas of specialty include: relationship /interpersonal, personality disorders, self-esteem,
anxiety
, depression, stress, self-harm, suicidal ideation, trauma, gender, identity, and finding balance, difficult life transitions, emotional dysregulation, and LGBTQ+.
We offer counselling with professional registered psychotherapists over the phone, online and in-person in Kitchener-Waterloo. Some of our therapists work includes: looking at how the past may be influencing the present, unpacking behaviours, regulating emotions, interpersonal relationships, impulsivity, and increasing mindfulness. We provide support that looks at people as a whole: physical, emotional, social and spiritual wellbeing. Some of our therapists have worked alongside individuals with a range of concerns and have worked specifically with borderline personality disorder, personality disorders, trauma and complex trauma.
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Anxiety Counsellors
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.