Couples Counselling Therapists in Kitchener, ON
I am a psychotherapist with extensive training working with couples of different backgrounds.
Broken relationships can mend. You CAN have healthy, fulfilling and deep connections. Relationships can breakdown, be it a slow drifting apart due to busy schedules, parenting, balancing work and life, or with choices that have been made that have hurt deeply. What was once a source of happiness and pleasure may become the very source of your deepest pain. The person who was once your most trusted ally and friend, now seems more like a stranger. How does one work through this and regain connection? Couples counselling can help! A therapist helps couples hear each other and be understood in a safe environment.
I am a psychotherapist with extensive training working with couples of different backgrounds.
Broken relationships can mend. You CAN have healthy, fulfilling and deep connections. Relationships can breakdown, be it a slow drifting apart due to busy schedules, parenting, balancing work and life, or with choices that have been made that have hurt deeply. What was once a source of happiness and pleasure may become the very source of your deepest pain. The person who was once your most trusted ally and friend, now seems more like a stranger. How does one work through this and regain connection? Couples counselling can help! A therapist helps couples hear each other and be understood in a safe environment.
I see adult individuals and male/female couples (premaritally and maritally). I specialize in attachment, emotional maturation, and trauma recovery with individuals (primarily men) . I also do a sizeable amount of addictions recovery or relapse prevention work with men. Maritally, I often work from an Emotionally Focused approach. In Christian Counselling, I utilize The Life Model/Thrive/HeartSync/Immanuel processes in understanding & assessing brain skills and trauma recovery needs. I also help new private practitioners set up their businesses and develop their clientele successfully. Please call for a consultation.
I see adult individuals and male/female couples (premaritally and maritally). I specialize in attachment, emotional maturation, and trauma recovery with individuals (primarily men) . I also do a sizeable amount of addictions recovery or relapse prevention work with men. Maritally, I often work from an Emotionally Focused approach. In Christian Counselling, I utilize The Life Model/Thrive/HeartSync/Immanuel processes in understanding & assessing brain skills and trauma recovery needs. I also help new private practitioners set up their businesses and develop their clientele successfully. Please call for a consultation.
Rosemary Victor
Registered Social Worker, MA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2E (Online Only)
My experience enables me to offer effective individualized, mental health support for individuals, and couples. I provide supports around relationship issues, coping with mood disorders, depression, anxiety disorders, grief & loss, managing life transitions, trauma, and addictions.
My experience enables me to offer effective individualized, mental health support for individuals, and couples. I provide supports around relationship issues, coping with mood disorders, depression, anxiety disorders, grief & loss, managing life transitions, trauma, and addictions.
I have over 50 years experience working with people. I especially enjoy working with men who are wanting to get to know themselves better, men for whom feelings and an internal life are somewhat a mystery. These unknowns often contribute to male depression, anger, anxiety or affairs. They also contribute to marital conflicts and problems in communication. It is difficult to communicate what you don't know but what you don't know does influence many aspects of a relationship. I often work with women who are struggling with these men and find ways to help them engage him in therapy with them. I also see individual women.
I have over 50 years experience working with people. I especially enjoy working with men who are wanting to get to know themselves better, men for whom feelings and an internal life are somewhat a mystery. These unknowns often contribute to male depression, anger, anxiety or affairs. They also contribute to marital conflicts and problems in communication. It is difficult to communicate what you don't know but what you don't know does influence many aspects of a relationship. I often work with women who are struggling with these men and find ways to help them engage him in therapy with them. I also see individual women.
Kate McDermott
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2B (Online Only)
Client’s typically work with me on: general mental health & personal growth, self-esteem, grief & loss, stress and life changes, relationship challenges, separation & divorce, couples communication & connection, parenting skills and confidence, navigating fertility, parent-teen conflict, increasing connection with children, co-parenting & blended families.
Hi, I’m Kate. I help individuals, couples and families to grow, make improvements and overcome challenges in their lives. Getting support can help deepen your understanding of yourself and others in your life. Together we will explore parts of your inner self or relationship, noticing areas that assist you as well as ones that you may want to update or leave behind. I strive to create a space that is warm, genuine and encouraging. I am here to listen, help you reflect, and at times, challenge you to grow. I want your time with me to be effective and I aim to have you leave each session with a new thought, perspective or tool.
Client’s typically work with me on: general mental health & personal growth, self-esteem, grief & loss, stress and life changes, relationship challenges, separation & divorce, couples communication & connection, parenting skills and confidence, navigating fertility, parent-teen conflict, increasing connection with children, co-parenting & blended families.
Hi, I’m Kate. I help individuals, couples and families to grow, make improvements and overcome challenges in their lives. Getting support can help deepen your understanding of yourself and others in your life. Together we will explore parts of your inner self or relationship, noticing areas that assist you as well as ones that you may want to update or leave behind. I strive to create a space that is warm, genuine and encouraging. I am here to listen, help you reflect, and at times, challenge you to grow. I want your time with me to be effective and I aim to have you leave each session with a new thought, perspective or tool.
I have training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), The Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples (EFT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
I'm a registered social worker that provides evidence-based therapy for individuals and couples. Perhaps you are struggling with feelings of anxiety and depression or you are unhappy in your relationship. You might be avoiding difficult situations or finding ways to escape from how you are feeling. As a couple, you might be feeling stuck. Your conversations or arguments go in circles and never feel resolved. It's become difficult to communicate and you feel disconnected from each other.
I have training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), The Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples (EFT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
I'm a registered social worker that provides evidence-based therapy for individuals and couples. Perhaps you are struggling with feelings of anxiety and depression or you are unhappy in your relationship. You might be avoiding difficult situations or finding ways to escape from how you are feeling. As a couple, you might be feeling stuck. Your conversations or arguments go in circles and never feel resolved. It's become difficult to communicate and you feel disconnected from each other.
Sarah Pearson
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MMT, MTA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2G
I specialize in supporting folks through relationship struggles, trauma, feelings of emptiness, and creating a more meaningful life that feels like your own, not someone else's.
Are you feeling stuck in an older version of yourself that you know is ready to change? Do you live with the feeling that there's a truer version of "you" that's dying to come out? Are you held back by complicated relationships from your past, that seem to keep you in a holding pattern? Are you a couple stuck in a pattern that keeps you apart? Often we hit a place where we know we are ready for a transition, but we're just not sure what to do next. That's when therapy can be the most powerful. It's my greatest privilege to experience real connection with folks who are journeying towards a more meaningful, fulfilled, authentic life.
I specialize in supporting folks through relationship struggles, trauma, feelings of emptiness, and creating a more meaningful life that feels like your own, not someone else's.
Are you feeling stuck in an older version of yourself that you know is ready to change? Do you live with the feeling that there's a truer version of "you" that's dying to come out? Are you held back by complicated relationships from your past, that seem to keep you in a holding pattern? Are you a couple stuck in a pattern that keeps you apart? Often we hit a place where we know we are ready for a transition, but we're just not sure what to do next. That's when therapy can be the most powerful. It's my greatest privilege to experience real connection with folks who are journeying towards a more meaningful, fulfilled, authentic life.
Julie Gosen
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MA, `RP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2H
Waitlist for new clients
I'm open to working with clients of all ages including children, teens, students, parents, and couples.
Life is truly filled with so many layers (just like an onion!) which can make it hard to know where to start when it comes to counselling. Hi, I'm Julie (she/her) and I deeply believe in the beauty of connection. My own journey with mental health and being neurodivergent has truly inspired my passion for this field. I work with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, chronic pain, ADHD/ASD, self-esteem, and couples counselling. I am also deeply passionate about working with 2slgbtqia+ individuals and the queer community.
I'm open to working with clients of all ages including children, teens, students, parents, and couples.
Life is truly filled with so many layers (just like an onion!) which can make it hard to know where to start when it comes to counselling. Hi, I'm Julie (she/her) and I deeply believe in the beauty of connection. My own journey with mental health and being neurodivergent has truly inspired my passion for this field. I work with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, chronic pain, ADHD/ASD, self-esteem, and couples counselling. I am also deeply passionate about working with 2slgbtqia+ individuals and the queer community.
Rhonda Kane
Registered Psychotherapist, RNBScN, MTS, (PCC), RMFT, RP
Verified Verified
Kitchener, ON N2E
I am specially trained to treat couples for issues such as infidelity, conflict regulation, and intimacy needs.
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.
I am specially trained to treat couples for issues such as infidelity, conflict regulation, and intimacy needs.
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.
Michelle Goodman (Ramalho)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Kitchener, ON N2P (Online Only)
At times life can take us far away from ourselves, and each day can feel challenging. While therapy cannot remove our challenges, or erase our past, it can allow us to manage more effectively, and discover we are more resilient than we ever imagined. I work with youths and adults on a broad range of topics such as emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, grief, postpartum depression, self-esteem/body image issues, and parenting or relationship challenges. If you are looking to change unhelpful patterns, unhealthy coping mechanisms, and want to build a more fulfilling life, take that first step and reach out.
At times life can take us far away from ourselves, and each day can feel challenging. While therapy cannot remove our challenges, or erase our past, it can allow us to manage more effectively, and discover we are more resilient than we ever imagined. I work with youths and adults on a broad range of topics such as emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, grief, postpartum depression, self-esteem/body image issues, and parenting or relationship challenges. If you are looking to change unhelpful patterns, unhealthy coping mechanisms, and want to build a more fulfilling life, take that first step and reach out.
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.
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I use the Gottman Method Couples Therapy and Emotion Focused Family Therapy in my work with couples.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. I take a client-centered and compassionate approach to my work and uphold the values of dignity and respect for all. I specialize in working with individuals and couples coping with anxiety, depression, addictions, ADHD, trauma, life transitions (including immigration), and identity related issues. My practice is influenced by evidence-based modalities of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Gottman Method, and incorporates both mindfulness and meditation practices.
I use the Gottman Method Couples Therapy and Emotion Focused Family Therapy in my work with couples.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. I take a client-centered and compassionate approach to my work and uphold the values of dignity and respect for all. I specialize in working with individuals and couples coping with anxiety, depression, addictions, ADHD, trauma, life transitions (including immigration), and identity related issues. My practice is influenced by evidence-based modalities of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Gottman Method, and incorporates both mindfulness and meditation practices.
I have specialized experience with individuals and couples and support a variety of challenges.
You deserve to feel supported. You deserve to be heard. Whether you are coming to therapy in a moment of crisis, years of stress and pain, or just needing another person to share your more guarded thoughts with- therapy is for you. Whether it's anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, or anything in between, it's all welcome in my office. Let's talk!
I have specialized experience with individuals and couples and support a variety of challenges.
You deserve to feel supported. You deserve to be heard. Whether you are coming to therapy in a moment of crisis, years of stress and pain, or just needing another person to share your more guarded thoughts with- therapy is for you. Whether it's anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, or anything in between, it's all welcome in my office. Let's talk!
Limestone Counselling Coaching & Consulting
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Kitchener, ON N2K
We specialize in individual and relationship focused psychotherapy and personal and professional coaching focused on supporting positive mental health and improving personal wellness. Our services are rooted in core holistic, client-centred, humanistic principles guided by a neuroplasticity and bio-psycho-socio-cultural perspective. This perspective is neuro-diversity positive and trauma informed and is focused on building strengths and positive approaches to change. Please see both our Psychotherapy and Coaching and Consulting Services pages on our website for descriptions of services.
We specialize in individual and relationship focused psychotherapy and personal and professional coaching focused on supporting positive mental health and improving personal wellness. Our services are rooted in core holistic, client-centred, humanistic principles guided by a neuroplasticity and bio-psycho-socio-cultural perspective. This perspective is neuro-diversity positive and trauma informed and is focused on building strengths and positive approaches to change. Please see both our Psychotherapy and Coaching and Consulting Services pages on our website for descriptions of services.
Accepting New Clients - Individuals & Couples. Are you facing a life transition that leaves you feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, or searching for deeper meaning? I'm here to help you navigate those uncharted waters and uncover the meaning behind your journey. I believe that life transitions, whether they involve career changes, relationship shifts, loss, or personal growth, are opportunities for profound self-discovery. My approach to therapy is deeply rooted in providing a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your inner world, uncover your values, and create meaning from your experiences.
Accepting New Clients - Individuals & Couples. Are you facing a life transition that leaves you feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, or searching for deeper meaning? I'm here to help you navigate those uncharted waters and uncover the meaning behind your journey. I believe that life transitions, whether they involve career changes, relationship shifts, loss, or personal growth, are opportunities for profound self-discovery. My approach to therapy is deeply rooted in providing a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your inner world, uncover your values, and create meaning from your experiences.
Leanne Sawchuk
Registered Psychotherapist, DipTIRP, BA, RP, CTIC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2H
Life can be overwhelming at times and it often takes courage and bravery to open the door to something new and to something different. Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed or disconnected or maybe you need to better understand and work through what is happening in your life right now. I specialize in supporting individuals with eating disorders, body image issues, anxiety and self-esteem, addictions, relationship issues, and trauma. Together we will explore what is happening for you interpersonally and relationally, while making sense of the feelings, thoughts, and behaviours that are holding you back or causing you emotional pain.
Life can be overwhelming at times and it often takes courage and bravery to open the door to something new and to something different. Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed or disconnected or maybe you need to better understand and work through what is happening in your life right now. I specialize in supporting individuals with eating disorders, body image issues, anxiety and self-esteem, addictions, relationship issues, and trauma. Together we will explore what is happening for you interpersonally and relationally, while making sense of the feelings, thoughts, and behaviours that are holding you back or causing you emotional pain.
Doug Jones
Registered Social Worker, MTS, AAMFTCF, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2H
Specialties: Couple Counselling ; Parenting ; Family Therapy (with individuals, couples or multiple family members) ; Emotion/Anger Management ; Trauma ; Abuse ; Anxiety ; Stress ; Depression ; Behavioural issues ; Conflict resolution ; Sexuality ; Adolescent/Youth issues ; addiction ; and mental health services.
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.
Specialties: Couple Counselling ; Parenting ; Family Therapy (with individuals, couples or multiple family members) ; Emotion/Anger Management ; Trauma ; Abuse ; Anxiety ; Stress ; Depression ; Behavioural issues ; Conflict resolution ; Sexuality ; Adolescent/Youth issues ; addiction ; and mental health services.
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.
I am a passionate counsellor and offer client-centered counselling for diverse Individuals, Families and Couples.
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.
I am a passionate counsellor and offer client-centered counselling for diverse Individuals, Families and Couples.
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.
I have over a decade of experience in diverse settings working with individuals and couples.
Whether you are trying to figure out whether you like your job, transitioning into parenthood, wondering if this is the relationship for you, wanting to pick up the pieces after hurt, or are simply finding yourself saying “I am ready for more” please reach out. This is the work I love to do. I want to be there to offer you a safe space to open up, create meaning and find alignment in your values. Therapy to me is about collaboration and connection. We will make sure to find an approach that fits for you to move you in the direction you are wanting to go.
I have over a decade of experience in diverse settings working with individuals and couples.
Whether you are trying to figure out whether you like your job, transitioning into parenthood, wondering if this is the relationship for you, wanting to pick up the pieces after hurt, or are simply finding yourself saying “I am ready for more” please reach out. This is the work I love to do. I want to be there to offer you a safe space to open up, create meaning and find alignment in your values. Therapy to me is about collaboration and connection. We will make sure to find an approach that fits for you to move you in the direction you are wanting to go.
Valentin Angardi
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2M (Online Only)
I have experience working with a wide range of individuals, couples, and families, including those with Developmental and Intellectual Disability.
Welcome to Purple House Psychotherapy! Therapy can be scary and choosing a therapist that matches your need that much more difficult. I trust in a collaborative work and that you are the expert of your life. I am merely a mirror, which will reflect your thoughts and feelings and allows an opportunity to gently challenge and create new changes. I strive to provide a safe and brave space where you can explore and re-discover your most authentic self. Together we will laugh, cry and explore. I believe in the power of hope, individual resiliency, and pets.
I have experience working with a wide range of individuals, couples, and families, including those with Developmental and Intellectual Disability.
Welcome to Purple House Psychotherapy! Therapy can be scary and choosing a therapist that matches your need that much more difficult. I trust in a collaborative work and that you are the expert of your life. I am merely a mirror, which will reflect your thoughts and feelings and allows an opportunity to gently challenge and create new changes. I strive to provide a safe and brave space where you can explore and re-discover your most authentic self. Together we will laugh, cry and explore. I believe in the power of hope, individual resiliency, and pets.
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Couples Counselling
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.