Child Therapists in Kitchener, ON
Emily Taylor with Thriving Families Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, BA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2E
I blend a Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) framework into our work along with experience in integrative play-based therapy for children and families.
Parenting, stress, relationships, change, and responsibilities all impact our lives in various ways. You have taken a step towards change and growth by being here today, the next step in creating positive and lasting transformations doesn't have to happen alone. I am passionate in my work with families, adults, adolescents and athletes struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, ADHD, eating disorders, self-harm, suicide ideation, and postpartum challenges. As a retired varsity and competitive athlete, I also hold space to explore how sport impacts our lives through injury, identity shifts, pressures, and eating disorders.
I blend a Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) framework into our work along with experience in integrative play-based therapy for children and families.
Parenting, stress, relationships, change, and responsibilities all impact our lives in various ways. You have taken a step towards change and growth by being here today, the next step in creating positive and lasting transformations doesn't have to happen alone. I am passionate in my work with families, adults, adolescents and athletes struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, ADHD, eating disorders, self-harm, suicide ideation, and postpartum challenges. As a retired varsity and competitive athlete, I also hold space to explore how sport impacts our lives through injury, identity shifts, pressures, and eating disorders.
Summer Burnett
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), C-EFCT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2H
I hold additional certifications in couples therapy and have ample experience working with children of all ages.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or unsure of how to move forward in your life, you’re not alone. Life can throw all sorts of challenges your way, whether it’s navigating the stress of school, work, relationships, or the big transitions that come with getting older. Maybe you’re feeling disconnected from yourself, struggling in your relationships, or just trying to keep up with everything going on around you. I’m here to listen and help you make sense of it all, so you can find a clearer path forward. My goal is to support you in making meaningful, lasting changes that help you feel more like yourself.
I hold additional certifications in couples therapy and have ample experience working with children of all ages.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or unsure of how to move forward in your life, you’re not alone. Life can throw all sorts of challenges your way, whether it’s navigating the stress of school, work, relationships, or the big transitions that come with getting older. Maybe you’re feeling disconnected from yourself, struggling in your relationships, or just trying to keep up with everything going on around you. I’m here to listen and help you make sense of it all, so you can find a clearer path forward. My goal is to support you in making meaningful, lasting changes that help you feel more like yourself.
30+ years experience working effectively with children, adolescents, and adults to resolve a range of common and uncommon problems.
Practical, collaborative, brief therapy to help you create the life you want.
30+ years experience working effectively with children, adolescents, and adults to resolve a range of common and uncommon problems.
Practical, collaborative, brief therapy to help you create the life you want.
I have over 25 years' experience working with children, individuals, couples and families.
I have extensive experience working with children and youth. I have certifications in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Sex Therapy
I have over 25 years' experience working with children, individuals, couples and families.
I have extensive experience working with children and youth. I have certifications in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Sex Therapy
Are you worried about your child's mental health?
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). My therapeutic approach is using Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Trauma Informed Lens and Psychoeducation.
Are you worried about your child's mental health?
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). My therapeutic approach is using Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Trauma Informed Lens and Psychoeducation.
Vicki Hartman
Registered Social Worker, MA, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2H
Waitlist for new clients
As a registered social worker (RSW) and therapist, I'm passionate about working with children, youth and families in an empathetic, safe, and non-judgmental environment.
Taking a compassionate and collaborative approach, I always embrace your unique experiences and needs to ensure an empowering and supportive therapeutic journey. Having witnessed the transformative experience therapy can bring to children, youth and families, my goal is to create a safe and comfortable space where you can be your authentic self.
As a registered social worker (RSW) and therapist, I'm passionate about working with children, youth and families in an empathetic, safe, and non-judgmental environment.
Taking a compassionate and collaborative approach, I always embrace your unique experiences and needs to ensure an empowering and supportive therapeutic journey. Having witnessed the transformative experience therapy can bring to children, youth and families, my goal is to create a safe and comfortable space where you can be your authentic self.
This may include play therapy for children, reality therapy and behavioral contracting for adolescents, communication and conflict resolution skills for couples, coaching and education for parents, or EMDR and cognitive therapy for trauma survivors.
Stuck? Frustrated? Confused? Feeling hopeless? Or just wanting some encouragement to find an answer that feels just out of reach? Whether it is a relationship problem, a parenting challenge, a bad habit, a negative cycle, or traumatic memories that keeps defeating you, I hope to provide you with a safe place to explore the roots of what is keeping you stuck, and help you find new options and hope through changing how you relate to yourself and others. I believe that emotional freedom, trust, and true intimacy in relationships comes from having good boundaries within ourselves and with others.
This may include play therapy for children, reality therapy and behavioral contracting for adolescents, communication and conflict resolution skills for couples, coaching and education for parents, or EMDR and cognitive therapy for trauma survivors.
Stuck? Frustrated? Confused? Feeling hopeless? Or just wanting some encouragement to find an answer that feels just out of reach? Whether it is a relationship problem, a parenting challenge, a bad habit, a negative cycle, or traumatic memories that keeps defeating you, I hope to provide you with a safe place to explore the roots of what is keeping you stuck, and help you find new options and hope through changing how you relate to yourself and others. I believe that emotional freedom, trust, and true intimacy in relationships comes from having good boundaries within ourselves and with others.
As a child psychotherapist, my approach involves keen observation of a child's play, drawings, words, and behavior.
I provide support across diverse clients - kids, teens, young adults, parents - dealing with emotional, psychological, behavioral, and neurodevelopmental concerns. My approach includes individual therapy, parent guidance, and collaborations with schools/professionals. I prioritize individual experiences, attachment, and children's emotional landscapes.
As a child psychotherapist, my approach involves keen observation of a child's play, drawings, words, and behavior.
I provide support across diverse clients - kids, teens, young adults, parents - dealing with emotional, psychological, behavioral, and neurodevelopmental concerns. My approach includes individual therapy, parent guidance, and collaborations with schools/professionals. I prioritize individual experiences, attachment, and children's emotional landscapes.
Parenting is hard and all of us make mistakes but knowing how to read our child's emotional cues and how to repair the inevitable ruptures is a game-changer for developing the relationship we want with our kids.
I provide trauma-informed attachment-based parent counselling, Circle of Security Parenting, and child counselling. My hope is to meet clients where they are at, provide empathy and compassion, and explore with them how to understand and meet a child's emotional needs to help foster a secure parent- child relationship.
Parenting is hard and all of us make mistakes but knowing how to read our child's emotional cues and how to repair the inevitable ruptures is a game-changer for developing the relationship we want with our kids.
I provide trauma-informed attachment-based parent counselling, Circle of Security Parenting, and child counselling. My hope is to meet clients where they are at, provide empathy and compassion, and explore with them how to understand and meet a child's emotional needs to help foster a secure parent- child relationship.
My ideal client is neurodivergent or parenting a neurodivergent child, and they’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood.
Combining traditional talk therapy with elements of solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and drawing on the natural world and his specialty of Animal Assisted Therapy, Josh tailors each session to meet the client's unique needs and goals.
My ideal client is neurodivergent or parenting a neurodivergent child, and they’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood.
Combining traditional talk therapy with elements of solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and drawing on the natural world and his specialty of Animal Assisted Therapy, Josh tailors each session to meet the client's unique needs and goals.
“ Child and Youth Specialists” You’ve noticed that your child isn’t quite themselves lately, that they are withdrawn, and isolated, or struggling with severe anxiety.
We combine principles of compassion and empathy with evidence-based CBT in order to create a safe, secure, and nurturing environment that allows you to learn and grow. We strive to help folks find their new normal as well as support families from the sidelines. Every family is unique so we develop customized treatment plans to help create positive change.
“ Child and Youth Specialists” You’ve noticed that your child isn’t quite themselves lately, that they are withdrawn, and isolated, or struggling with severe anxiety.
We combine principles of compassion and empathy with evidence-based CBT in order to create a safe, secure, and nurturing environment that allows you to learn and grow. We strive to help folks find their new normal as well as support families from the sidelines. Every family is unique so we develop customized treatment plans to help create positive change.
Meet Our Child Counsellors
I’ve supported individuals impacted by trauma, including military personnel, veterans, Indigenous peoples, children in care, and survivors of domestic violence.
Have you been carrying pain from your past for years, wondering if you’ll ever truly feel free? Do you wake up feeling heavy, exhausted, or anxious before the day even begins? Are you longing for healing but unsure where to start or how to move forward? Do you feel stuck—like no matter how hard you try, something keeps holding you back? Do you find it hard to fully show up in relationships, work, or even for yourself? Are you tired of pretending you’re okay when inside, you feel anything but?
I’ve supported individuals impacted by trauma, including military personnel, veterans, Indigenous peoples, children in care, and survivors of domestic violence.
Have you been carrying pain from your past for years, wondering if you’ll ever truly feel free? Do you wake up feeling heavy, exhausted, or anxious before the day even begins? Are you longing for healing but unsure where to start or how to move forward? Do you feel stuck—like no matter how hard you try, something keeps holding you back? Do you find it hard to fully show up in relationships, work, or even for yourself? Are you tired of pretending you’re okay when inside, you feel anything but?
Our services extend to children, adolescents and adults and we see individuals, couples, families and groups.
Welcome to KW Psychology where compassionate listening and evidence-based treatment converge to empower you to overcome challenges and rediscover joyful living. We are deeply rooted in the KW community with several of our Psychologists having served the needs of residents for over 25 years and have an important understanding of the unique needs of this community. We are a team of dedicated clinicians who have extensive training in assessment and evidence-based treatment of psychological problems. The goal of our practice is to provide psychological services tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.
Our services extend to children, adolescents and adults and we see individuals, couples, families and groups.
Welcome to KW Psychology where compassionate listening and evidence-based treatment converge to empower you to overcome challenges and rediscover joyful living. We are deeply rooted in the KW community with several of our Psychologists having served the needs of residents for over 25 years and have an important understanding of the unique needs of this community. We are a team of dedicated clinicians who have extensive training in assessment and evidence-based treatment of psychological problems. The goal of our practice is to provide psychological services tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.
I am a registered therapist who provides confidential counselling to children, teens, adults and families in the K-W area.
I specialize in helping people cope with stress, anxiety and depression. I also specialize in working with children and teens ages five - nineteen. I use my experience and training from the Canadian Association for Child and Play Therapy when I work with children and families.
I am a registered therapist who provides confidential counselling to children, teens, adults and families in the K-W area.
I specialize in helping people cope with stress, anxiety and depression. I also specialize in working with children and teens ages five - nineteen. I use my experience and training from the Canadian Association for Child and Play Therapy when I work with children and families.
Melissa Fellin
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Melissa works with children ages 2 to 11 years old in a number of areas such as mental health and behavioural issues, including ADD/ADHD, depression, anxiety and disruptive behaviours.
Melissa uses integrative (directive and non-directive) play therapy techniques with children. She is uses attachment, psychoanalytic, narrative, cognitive behavioural, interpersonal therapies, mindfulness and meditation to meet the child where they are at in their healing journey. Melissa believes it is a privilege to learn about the experiences of children.
Melissa works with children ages 2 to 11 years old in a number of areas such as mental health and behavioural issues, including ADD/ADHD, depression, anxiety and disruptive behaviours.
Melissa uses integrative (directive and non-directive) play therapy techniques with children. She is uses attachment, psychoanalytic, narrative, cognitive behavioural, interpersonal therapies, mindfulness and meditation to meet the child where they are at in their healing journey. Melissa believes it is a privilege to learn about the experiences of children.
Do you or your child struggle with depression, anxiety, separation, grief/loss, family changes, anger/aggression, or Neuro-Divergence (ADHD, ASD, learning difficulties) that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, or ability to function?
Since 2018, I’ve had the privilege to walk alongside people’s lives, explore and process challenging emotions together, and provide support through life’s storms. My approach focuses on being person/ child centered, strengths based, and meeting you at where you are at. I may often draw from modalities such as CBT, Polyvagal, Music, Play, and Art.
Do you or your child struggle with depression, anxiety, separation, grief/loss, family changes, anger/aggression, or Neuro-Divergence (ADHD, ASD, learning difficulties) that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, or ability to function?
Since 2018, I’ve had the privilege to walk alongside people’s lives, explore and process challenging emotions together, and provide support through life’s storms. My approach focuses on being person/ child centered, strengths based, and meeting you at where you are at. I may often draw from modalities such as CBT, Polyvagal, Music, Play, and Art.
Ummehani Rehmani
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MSc, BSc
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I've spent over 10 years supporting neurodivergent children and walking alongside individuals and families through life's ups and downs.
You deserve a space where your voice is heard, your story is honoured.
I understand how cultural values, family expectations, and personal identity can sometimes feel at odds. Leaving you overwhelmed or unsure of where you belong. If you’re feeling stuck, disconnected, or weighed down by anxiety, self-doubt, life challenges or relationship struggles, you don’t have to face it alone. In our work together, I offer a supportive and non-judgmental space where you can begin to unpack, and grow at your own pace.
I've spent over 10 years supporting neurodivergent children and walking alongside individuals and families through life's ups and downs.
You deserve a space where your voice is heard, your story is honoured.
I understand how cultural values, family expectations, and personal identity can sometimes feel at odds. Leaving you overwhelmed or unsure of where you belong. If you’re feeling stuck, disconnected, or weighed down by anxiety, self-doubt, life challenges or relationship struggles, you don’t have to face it alone. In our work together, I offer a supportive and non-judgmental space where you can begin to unpack, and grow at your own pace.
I have a unique background of over 30 years experience working with young children, adolescents and their families.
I provide a safe, inviting, age appropriate space for children, teens and their parents to develop skills and build their relationships. I use a strength based approach and a blend of therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Attachment therapy, Mindfulness, Play and Sand therapy, Neuro-Linguistic, trauma informed and behaviour therapy.
I have a unique background of over 30 years experience working with young children, adolescents and their families.
I provide a safe, inviting, age appropriate space for children, teens and their parents to develop skills and build their relationships. I use a strength based approach and a blend of therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Attachment therapy, Mindfulness, Play and Sand therapy, Neuro-Linguistic, trauma informed and behaviour therapy.
Working with children and youth is a specialization of mine but I also love working with adults.
I whole heartedly believe that the client is the expert of their lived experience. I am eternally grateful for those who trust me to hold their stories of pain and who have allowed me to walk alongside them on their journey to healing and self-exploration.
Working with children and youth is a specialization of mine but I also love working with adults.
I whole heartedly believe that the client is the expert of their lived experience. I am eternally grateful for those who trust me to hold their stories of pain and who have allowed me to walk alongside them on their journey to healing and self-exploration.
Are you having difficulty with managing your child's behaviour or mental health concerns?
I have extensive experience working with individuals and families on issues including; attachment, anxiety, depression, behavioural concerns, selective mutism, trauma, and ADHD. I use a variety of therapeutic modalities tailored to your needs such as; CBT, Narrative, Circle of Security, Emotion Focused, ACT, Safe and Sound Protocol and Brainspotting.
Are you having difficulty with managing your child's behaviour or mental health concerns?
I have extensive experience working with individuals and families on issues including; attachment, anxiety, depression, behavioural concerns, selective mutism, trauma, and ADHD. I use a variety of therapeutic modalities tailored to your needs such as; CBT, Narrative, Circle of Security, Emotion Focused, ACT, Safe and Sound Protocol and Brainspotting.
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Child Counsellors
Child psychologists in Kitchener, ON provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Kitchener build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Kitchener build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.