Attachment-based Therapists in Kitchener, ON

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.

There are valid reasons behind your behaviour and emotions. We function best in an environment where we feel safe, loved and valued and can develop healthy relationships and a positive sense of self. We can then better explore life from a position of mental and emotional well-being. Perhaps this has not been your experience. Trauma and distress can affect your feelings and behaviour. The hurt may have left you feeling unsafe, devalued and negative towards yourself. You may struggle with poor coping options that have caused harm and suffering to yourself and those around you. You might be finding it difficult to navigate life.

Welcome to Solari Counselling Services! I am brining over 12 years of experience in the field of social services and social work, with the last 6 years in a clinical setting. I offer an eclectic range of counseling for individuals and families, specializing in working with those who experience depression and anxiety, domestic violence, addictions as well as youth who struggle with emotional regulation. My clinical work is attachment based as well as trauma informed. Therefore I often assess clients from bio-psycho-social perspective taking into considerations all aspects of their lives as well as barriers they may experience in their life.

I enjoy working with women, trans and non-binary people who have had long-term mental health struggles and a history of trauma. The people I see are often struggling with understanding the impact of childhood wounds, stressful relationships involving difficulty with intimacy or autonomy, coping with the after-effects of sexual violence and/or feeling stuck in emotions such as shame and loneliness. These people may be trying to reconcile their values and desired way of being in the world with intense reactions that seem to come out of the blue. I also do work regarding gender, sexuality and neurodiversity.

In her book The Gifts of Imperfection, Bréné Brown says that “owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we will ever do”. It is my privilege as a Psychotherapist to provide space and support as individuals dive into the stories of their lives and do the hard work of healing. Trained in EMDR, and other types of evidence-based trauma therapies, I’m grateful to be able to provide an opportunity for individuals to release the emotional, mental, and physical blocks caused by trauma and other difficult life circumstances.

I am passionate about emotional, psychological and spiritual well-being. I believe in treating the whole person (mind, body and spirit) who is connected to bigger systems of family, friends, community and society. I provide therapy to individual, couples and families experiencing challenging circumstances, and who are looking for a supportive place for positive change and growth. I have experience working with people who present with such concerns as: * Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Self-esteem * Loss, Grief * PTSD, Childhood trauma/Abuse * Couple and relationship counselling * Parenting & Blended family issues

Bloom Child & Family Therapy supports children and their families using creative approaches and evidenced-based practices. At Bloom we strive to provide accessible, quality mental health care for children, adolescents and their families. Bloom therapists are ultra-creative! Play, expressive arts and animal-assisted therapies allow Bloom to make their services accessible to all children and their families. Whether you are coming for family therapy or your child is attending therapy, we believe that family and/or primary caregivers are key to children’s healing and growing. We are looking to build strong and healthy families.

Bernadette Street has over 10 years of experience working with children and youth and has been working with adults for the past 6 years. She sees clients with a wide range of concerns including ADHD; Autism Spectrum Disorders; Learning disabilities; behavioural concerns; Anxiety; Depression including Post-Partum Depression and Bereavement; Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD); childhood trauma; coping skills; adoption; parental support; pain; career and transitions; retirement; relationship and self-esteem; and so on. Please note that psychotherapy service fees include HST.

Your Way Counselling is about helping good people achieve the psychological well-being, relationships, self image, and mental health they want. Services are Family Therapy based and build on your strengths. You may find that you already have the knowledge you need to achieve your goals and yet choose to have professional support to gain confidence in yourself. Whether you are feeling completely overwhelmed or want support to deal with relationships and behavioural issues that are affecting your wellbeing and mental health please feel free to call. We can talk over your needs and make a plan that suits you.

Are you looking for a safe, creative, and supportive space to learn, grow, and thrive? Whatever you may be experiencing, we are here to support your journey and EMPOWER you to grow. We are a team of music, art, and dance/movement therapists & educators, here to holistically support your well-being. We work with all ages, and a wide range of mental & physical health concerns. We understand that challenging experiences can negatively impact how we allow ourselves to be seen and heard by others, and how we show up for ourselves. We also know that processing with words alone is sometimes not enough to experience truly profound healing.

Individual Counselling is a process through which I meet with clients one-on-one in a safe, caring, and confidential environment. We work collaboratively to explore their feelings, beliefs, values and behaviors. My clients seek therapy for a wide variety of reasons, from coping with major life challenges or trauma, working through grief and loss issues, dealing with depression or anxiety, to simply desiring personal growth and greater self-knowledge. I may meet with a client for as few as five or six sessions or as long as several years, depending on the their individual and unique needs and personal goals for therapy.

I have a passion for supporting clients through difficult times, while helping them to achieve optimal psychological and emotional well being. I have extensive clinical training experience with a broad range of issues and treatment approaches and am comfortable with people of all cultures and orientations. Certified by the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario in the area of clinical counselling, I provide assessment, counselling and therapy using an integrative approach, weaving together various methods to suit your unique needs. I also supervise other therapists who are seeking accreditation with their professional bodies. I am an AAMFT Clinical Fellow and Supervisor IT.

Through my work I believe that compassion and empathy are two of the most important qualities when seeking support. From time to time life can feel overwhelming and heavy, due to many of the experiences that we are faced with from Life Transitions, Substance Use (or Abuse), Gambling/Gaming Concerns, Trauma Events, or Mental Health Concerns; I am here to support you through it. I provide both individual and family therapy.

I believe mental health is a spectrum in which we all strive for wellness. With close to 15 years experience supporting children, youth and families, I am well versed in the current struggles families and children face and walking along side them as they move towards wellness. I also have a strong passion in supporting older adults and clients of all ages who may be struggling to manage their grief. I have completed a certificate focused on supporting clients through their end-of-life journey and those impacted along the way and I am here to help anyone who needs some extra support.

The clients I serve in my practice are women, people of colour, indigenous communities and lgbt2sq identified people. You’ve been in therapy before and although you’ve seen results you aren’t yet at the place you want to be. Feelings of stress, anxiety, stuckness and depression are familiar to you. You’ve been going in circles in your relationships and your career and now you’re ready to dig deeper. Your core beliefs keep pulling you back into old patterns like people pleasing, controlling behaviours, co-dependency, and difficulty prioritizing yourself and identifying your needs.

Everything was okay until it wasn’t any more. You're tired of feeling so stuck, overwhelmed and ashamed all the time and you’re ready to make a change. You’ve probably tried so many times to make these changes on your own but it’s only taken you so far and it’s been nearly impossible to keep from slipping back into old behaviours. This leaves you feeling hopeless, deflated, and weak. But let me tell you something: you’re not supposed to have it all figured out on your own. Really. If you are ready to take back control of your life and you have the desire to do things different -- that’s all you need to get started.

I work with individuals, couples and families. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life. I provide supports around relationship issues, as well as coping with mood disorders, depression, anxiety disorders, grief & loss, managing life transitions, trauma, and addictions. My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. I achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan that fits with your goals and your vision for your life.

You're not sure when it happened but all of a sudden you don't recognize the person sleeping next to you. It's frightening and heartbreaking to think that this could be the end of your relationship. Maybe it started after the kids were born or maybe you're wondering if you're not as compatible as you thought. There's this distance between you that can no longer be ignored. You've become simple roommates but you want so much more from your relationship.

If there are areas in your life where you feel overwhelmed and disconnected- whether that's because of your role in parenting/longing for/anticipating a child(ren), your significant relationships (family, friends, partner), or other roles/experiences- I'd love to hold space for you to find greater connection and healing. If you want someone to come alongside you, to listen deeply, to offer insights and tools you can use to achieve your goals, let's connect. My experience lies largely with parents and children: parents who are new to parenting and those who have school-aged children and children aged 6-18+.