Chronic Pain Therapists in Kitchener, ON

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.

Are you stuck in a loop of anxiety, negative thinking, emotional turmoil and/or self sabotaging behaviours? Are you tired of suffering, and feeling overwhelmed, and powerless? Do you feel the need for a real solution but have been frustrated by limited or superficial approaches when you have tried therapy before? Through my experience in treating thousands of clients I’ve discovered what is most effective in solving problems and just as importantly, how to help my clients understand themselves and the root of their problem. I empower them with effective tools and insights so they can also coach themselves as they move forward.

Practical, collaborative, brief therapy to help you create the life you want.

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.

Grounded and wise….you can expect therapy with me to be warm, supportive, safe and authentic. Becoming more conscious of ourselves, patterns, triggers, and the effect on our bodies, minds, spirits can help reconnect yourself to an authentic and gentle place where healing can happen. Many of us struggle with childhoods that were difficult and are trying to find new ways of relating to ourselves and others despite the pain . I am here to help you reconnect with yourself, and the part of you that already knows what it needs to feel better, live well and find more joy in life.

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Do your thoughts keep racing from one thing to another? Do you find you are excellent at taking care of everyone else but keep neglecting yourself? I would like to help. I am passionate about helping people to move past the "shoulds" and move towards creating the kind of life they want to live. Most of the time when we are distressed we are worrying either too much about the past or the future, or are overly preoccupied by what we imagine other people are thinking about us.

Stressed? Need immediate relief? Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)—also called Tapping—releases stress, pain , depression, and anxiety quickly. Tapping efficiently overcomes PTSD and trauma. Whether you are experiencing physical, emotional or interpersonal stress or pain , find lasting relief starting in your first session.

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!

I provide individual, family and marriage counselling. I enjoy working with adolescents both individually and with their families. I specialize in providing counselling for anxiety, depression, parenting, stress and anger management, conflict resolution, family violence, sexual abuse, burnout and chronic pain .

Accepting clients May 2022! Something on your path has brought you right here to this moment. I want to invite you to consider that the reason you are here searching, goes beyond the pain , the struggles and the suffering. I want to invite you to consider that you are here because a part of you knows that you can move forward, knows your strength and your ability to heal. I believe that part of you can be your guide and your inner compass. I encourage you to listen and to trust that part of yourself. I am here to help you connect to your inner self, to heal from your past, and reimagine your future.

Do you want to develop strategies to better manage the thoughts, feelings and relationships that are holding you back from a healthy and productive life? Are you struggling to find enjoyment in life, experiencing mental or physical illness , grief, and loss, stress in your job, relationships or as a caregiver or parent? There are steps you can take to improve your psychological well-being, strengthen your relationships and attachments and move towards personal healing and growth. I am here to help you break the cycle or negative thoughts, emotions and relationships and take steps to experience a more positive and fulfilling life.

I realize how deeply vulnerable sharing personal stories can be, especially experiences of trauma, illness , grief, addiction or depression. My priority is creating a safe, compassionate and respectful space; one where I provide guidance instead of judgement. I am sensitive, flexible, and responsive to those needs and build trust by listening compassionately to your concerns. I use proven techniques and approaches to help you discover your true potential. My holistic approach to counselling, considers how the body, mind, and spirit work together towards finding balance and health.

I am highly experienced in providing individualized care for a variety of mental issues and illnesse. An ideal client would be someone who is willing to put in the work to take a step towards change. Yet, you may not be ready for change, either way therapy is a safe form to find out. I want to help clients achieve their mental health goals through empowerment, awareness, acceptance and healing, with the use scientifically-based techniques that have been proven to be highly effective. You'll acquire the necessary tools to achieve a mind-body-soul approach to health.

Welcome to the Waterloo CBT Clinic! Our therapist and psychologists provide you with compassion and understanding, while at the same time teaching you the skills you need to achieve your treatment goals. We provide diagnostic assessment and treatment to adults and adolescents experiencing a wide range of mental health difficulties. Our areas of expertise include generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, phobias, health anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, body-focused repetitive behaviours (BFRBs), depression, stress, insomnia, post-traumatic stress, chronic pain , and disordered eating/body image concerns.

I am a Registered Psychologist. My approach to therapy is based on the idea that people heal and change when they are able to (1) express themselves and feel understood, (2) view their issues through a new lens, and (3) practice strategies for thinking and coping differently. My primary goal is to help you get better and stay better.

I practice insight-oriented and cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT). Using these approaches, therapy sessions can be tailored to meet the individual needs of each client. I am able to provide both short-term, solution-focused therapy, as well as longer-term therapy designed to foster increased self-awareness and personal growth. I see clients with a wide range of presenting problems, including: depression, anxiety, traumatic reactions, stress management, sleep disturbance, behavioural problems, anger management issues, relationship issues, conflict resolution and communication difficulties, grief, chronic pain , self-esteem concerns, bullying, problem solving, time management, and assertiveness.

Have you ever been in that place where things pile up for you? When it gets hard to get motivated, things seem like they will never get better. Do you get that inward sense that your partner, family or friends don't get you? If so, you now have the opportunity to rise up and change whatever isn't working in your life, if it wasn't so you won't be reading this right now. You know that you need to act now for a brighter tomorrow. You want change that will offer you hope that things can be different. It doesn't matter what the situation is, now is the time to come and experience hope in your life.

I am a registered psychotherapist with an integrative approach. My counseling considers all aspects of health: mind, body, and spirit. I believe in the inherent dignity and strength of the human person. I draw on these to help you manage your challenges and transitions, and to find new balance and purpose in life. I worked at CMHAWW, where I specialized in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. I have also worked in the addictions programs at St. Michael's Hospital and Humber River Hospital, where I specialized in concurrent disorders.

Are you looking for a different counselling experience? Some forms of therapy are highly structured and while this can be necessary and helpful it may not be the best approach for you. I utilize a holistic, integrative and relational counselling style that is free flowing and personalized to you, not a program! As we talk, I help you share your life issues and struggles, as well as your strengths and unique sense of self. In every session we'll explore your life experiences, work towards co-created goals, clarify your meaning-making, uncover your patterns of behavior and create space for authentic living and healing.