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If you feel disconnected from who you are or feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you - you've landed in the right space. As a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in Kitchener, Ontario, I work with clients navigating issues related to sexuality, gender, body image and self-esteem, trauma (religious, sexual, and others), OCD, social anxiety, couples and non-monogamous relationships, religious deconstruction, and identity. I offer in-person sessions in Kitchener and online across Ontario, where I specialize in working with teens 15+, adults, and couples within the neurodivergent and queer communities.
If you feel disconnected from who you are or feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you - you've landed in the right space. As a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in Kitchener, Ontario, I work with clients navigating issues related to sexuality, gender, body image and self-esteem, trauma (religious, sexual, and others), OCD, social anxiety, couples and non-monogamous relationships, religious deconstruction, and identity. I offer in-person sessions in Kitchener and online across Ontario, where I specialize in working with teens 15+, adults, and couples within the neurodivergent and queer communities.
Healing often begins with learning to treat yourself with the same compassion you already offer everyone else. I work with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, low self-esteem, body image concerns, perfectionism, work stress, and relationship challenges. My clients often arrive feeling disconnected from themselves, struggling to trust their own voice or feel confident in who they are. Whether you are dealing with social pressure, family dynamics, dating, or the quiet weight of self-criticism, this is a space where you can begin to reconnect with yourself.
Healing often begins with learning to treat yourself with the same compassion you already offer everyone else. I work with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, low self-esteem, body image concerns, perfectionism, work stress, and relationship challenges. My clients often arrive feeling disconnected from themselves, struggling to trust their own voice or feel confident in who they are. Whether you are dealing with social pressure, family dynamics, dating, or the quiet weight of self-criticism, this is a space where you can begin to reconnect with yourself.
Therapy can be a space your child or teen actually looks forward to. If they are drowning in school pressure, struggling with self-worth, or feeling completely stuck, you don’t have to figure it out alone. I bring a vibrant, warm, and highly expressive energy to sessions, making it incredibly easy for young people to instantly drop their guard, open up, and feel genuinely understood.
Therapy can be a space your child or teen actually looks forward to. If they are drowning in school pressure, struggling with self-worth, or feeling completely stuck, you don’t have to figure it out alone. I bring a vibrant, warm, and highly expressive energy to sessions, making it incredibly easy for young people to instantly drop their guard, open up, and feel genuinely understood.
If you are a teen, adult, or senior feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, heavy grief, or strained relationships, you belong here. You might feel disconnected, stuck in painful patterns, or exhausted by life's complexities. I provide a grounded, compassionate space to help you untangle these burdens. Together, we will use practical evidence-based strategies alongside attachment-focused therapy to build deep emotional safety. Drawing on my sociology and spiritual care background, I look at the whole picture of your life to help you process pain, uncover meaning, and actively move toward a clearer, more authentic path forward.
If you are a teen, adult, or senior feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, heavy grief, or strained relationships, you belong here. You might feel disconnected, stuck in painful patterns, or exhausted by life's complexities. I provide a grounded, compassionate space to help you untangle these burdens. Together, we will use practical evidence-based strategies alongside attachment-focused therapy to build deep emotional safety. Drawing on my sociology and spiritual care background, I look at the whole picture of your life to help you process pain, uncover meaning, and actively move toward a clearer, more authentic path forward.
Imagine if you weren’t constantly worried. You were confident in your abilities at home and work. Your past was a memory to reflect on, not a shadow in your present. You had a space where you felt safe to talk about anything that was troubling you. If any of these hopes resonate with you, our team is here to support you. Stop feeling exhausted and start feeling more balanced today. Psychotherapy can help you find yourself again, and we understand you don’t want to feel this way forever. Our therapists are highly trained in a variety of issues and approaches. Let's help you find a therapist who’s a great fit!
Imagine if you weren’t constantly worried. You were confident in your abilities at home and work. Your past was a memory to reflect on, not a shadow in your present. You had a space where you felt safe to talk about anything that was troubling you. If any of these hopes resonate with you, our team is here to support you. Stop feeling exhausted and start feeling more balanced today. Psychotherapy can help you find yourself again, and we understand you don’t want to feel this way forever. Our therapists are highly trained in a variety of issues and approaches. Let's help you find a therapist who’s a great fit!
As the words “Spring” and “Wellness” suggest we at Spring Psychology and Wellness Centre aim to install hope, motivation and optimism when working with you. We work collaboratively with you when providing assessment, treatment and consultation services. At Spring Psychology and Wellness Centre we embrace inclusion and diversity and offer services in confidence with a warm, nonjudgmental, empathic approach that is also holistic. We welcome learning more about you, your experiences and perspectives and invite you to reach out to continue your journey of wellness and resilience.
As the words “Spring” and “Wellness” suggest we at Spring Psychology and Wellness Centre aim to install hope, motivation and optimism when working with you. We work collaboratively with you when providing assessment, treatment and consultation services. At Spring Psychology and Wellness Centre we embrace inclusion and diversity and offer services in confidence with a warm, nonjudgmental, empathic approach that is also holistic. We welcome learning more about you, your experiences and perspectives and invite you to reach out to continue your journey of wellness and resilience.
Do you struggle with perfectionism, people-pleasing, or constant negative self-talk? Maybe you feel like you're never doing enough, or your life feels out of control. You might be navigating body image concerns, disordered eating, or the pressure to mask as a neurodivergent person. I work with folks who want to break these cycles and feel more at home in themselves. As someone with ADHD, I understand how exhausting it can be. You deserve support that works for your brain and helps you build real self-trust.
Do you struggle with perfectionism, people-pleasing, or constant negative self-talk? Maybe you feel like you're never doing enough, or your life feels out of control. You might be navigating body image concerns, disordered eating, or the pressure to mask as a neurodivergent person. I work with folks who want to break these cycles and feel more at home in themselves. As someone with ADHD, I understand how exhausting it can be. You deserve support that works for your brain and helps you build real self-trust.
Springs Christian Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BA(Hon), MSW, RSW
1 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2C
As Christians we have the promise of a joy-filled life but sometimes, life can feel like a struggle. Between balancing work, relationships, and that inner critic, finding moments of peace and joy can seem like a distant dream. But here's the truth: you're not alone! I am passionate about guiding you through life's complexities with evidence-based tools, guidance from the scripture and a heaping dose of empathy. I believe in your strength, resilience, and capacity for change, and I’m here to walk alongside you as you build a fulfilling life, one step at a time. So, take a deep breath, unclench your fists, and let's journey together.
As Christians we have the promise of a joy-filled life but sometimes, life can feel like a struggle. Between balancing work, relationships, and that inner critic, finding moments of peace and joy can seem like a distant dream. But here's the truth: you're not alone! I am passionate about guiding you through life's complexities with evidence-based tools, guidance from the scripture and a heaping dose of empathy. I believe in your strength, resilience, and capacity for change, and I’m here to walk alongside you as you build a fulfilling life, one step at a time. So, take a deep breath, unclench your fists, and let's journey together.
Welcome! If you have found your way here, it is likely because the discomfort from feeling stressed, overwhelmed and disconnected has become stronger than the fear of looking at what is driving those feelings. Even though it feels scary, you are willing to take a step toward healing and connection by seeking support. I am here to help you navigate major life transitions, relationship issues, anxiety, loss, trauma or depression so that you can walk toward stronger and more meaningful relationships with self and others and fully embrace all the gifts that life has to offer.
Welcome! If you have found your way here, it is likely because the discomfort from feeling stressed, overwhelmed and disconnected has become stronger than the fear of looking at what is driving those feelings. Even though it feels scary, you are willing to take a step toward healing and connection by seeking support. I am here to help you navigate major life transitions, relationship issues, anxiety, loss, trauma or depression so that you can walk toward stronger and more meaningful relationships with self and others and fully embrace all the gifts that life has to offer.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and it makes sense to feel uncertain about it. I work with adults navigating relationship challenges, anxiety, self-esteem struggles, and major life transitions, including the moments where you feel stuck and are not quite sure what comes next. My clients often arrive knowing something needs to change but unsure where to begin. That uncertainty is not a problem to fix before we start. It is exactly where we begin, together, at a pace that feels right for you.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and it makes sense to feel uncertain about it. I work with adults navigating relationship challenges, anxiety, self-esteem struggles, and major life transitions, including the moments where you feel stuck and are not quite sure what comes next. My clients often arrive knowing something needs to change but unsure where to begin. That uncertainty is not a problem to fix before we start. It is exactly where we begin, together, at a pace that feels right for you.
I am a mental health professional with several years of experience providing psychotherapy in both private and public clinical settings. I strongly believe in the importance of adapting specific approaches to the needs of clients, and understand that a strong therapeutic relationship is essential for guiding you towards your healing. I practice using an eclectic approach, utilizing the philosophies and techniques of various modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I am a mental health professional with several years of experience providing psychotherapy in both private and public clinical settings. I strongly believe in the importance of adapting specific approaches to the needs of clients, and understand that a strong therapeutic relationship is essential for guiding you towards your healing. I practice using an eclectic approach, utilizing the philosophies and techniques of various modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I believe therapy should feel like a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can show up as you are. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in genuine connection. I work with addiction and Borderline Personality Disorder, as well as clients navigating anxiety, stress, self-esteem challenges, relationship difficulties, and life transitions, with a particular focus on adolescents and young adults building self-understanding. I aim to help clients feel understood while building insight, emotional regulation, and healthier coping strategies, at a pace that feels right for each person.
I believe therapy should feel like a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can show up as you are. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in genuine connection. I work with addiction and Borderline Personality Disorder, as well as clients navigating anxiety, stress, self-esteem challenges, relationship difficulties, and life transitions, with a particular focus on adolescents and young adults building self-understanding. I aim to help clients feel understood while building insight, emotional regulation, and healthier coping strategies, at a pace that feels right for each person.
Hey, I’m Cher—it’s great to connect with you! I support individuals, couples, and families navigating the heavy stuff: trauma, abuse, addiction, depression, anxiety, identity exploration (i.e. LGBTQ+), and neurodivergence. I have a deep personal and professional focus on supporting folks healing from relationships with someone with a personality disorder. Whether you're untangling complex relationship dynamics, processing raw emotions, or just trying to find your footing, I’m here. We’ll use a flexible toolkit tailored entirely to your real-life needs and goals.
Hey, I’m Cher—it’s great to connect with you! I support individuals, couples, and families navigating the heavy stuff: trauma, abuse, addiction, depression, anxiety, identity exploration (i.e. LGBTQ+), and neurodivergence. I have a deep personal and professional focus on supporting folks healing from relationships with someone with a personality disorder. Whether you're untangling complex relationship dynamics, processing raw emotions, or just trying to find your footing, I’m here. We’ll use a flexible toolkit tailored entirely to your real-life needs and goals.
So many of us are prescribed roles to play, and the pressure to play them well can be so intense. The perfect son/daughter, perfect partner, perfect employee, perfect friend, the list goes on. It's a lot juggling all of that, and where only human! I'm known for my work with people on stress/anxiety and trauma. Two areas that thrive on identifying how we see ourselves, and so often can we free ourselves from some heavy invisible chains when we work on these stresses and traumas. It's a journey I find deeply meaningful to be a part of with my clients and I look forward to being a part part of it with you.
So many of us are prescribed roles to play, and the pressure to play them well can be so intense. The perfect son/daughter, perfect partner, perfect employee, perfect friend, the list goes on. It's a lot juggling all of that, and where only human! I'm known for my work with people on stress/anxiety and trauma. Two areas that thrive on identifying how we see ourselves, and so often can we free ourselves from some heavy invisible chains when we work on these stresses and traumas. It's a journey I find deeply meaningful to be a part of with my clients and I look forward to being a part part of it with you.
With over 20 years in mental health, I understand how overwhelming life can feel—for kids, teens, young adults, and parents alike. My ideal clients are often searching for clarity, connection, and tools to navigate anxiety, big emotions, low self-esteem, or behavioral challenges. Parents may feel unsure of how to best support their child. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where individuals ages 5 and up can feel seen, heard, and empowered. Together, we build understanding, strengthen coping strategies, and create a path toward greater confidence, balance, and connection—both within yourself and in your relationships.
With over 20 years in mental health, I understand how overwhelming life can feel—for kids, teens, young adults, and parents alike. My ideal clients are often searching for clarity, connection, and tools to navigate anxiety, big emotions, low self-esteem, or behavioral challenges. Parents may feel unsure of how to best support their child. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where individuals ages 5 and up can feel seen, heard, and empowered. Together, we build understanding, strengthen coping strategies, and create a path toward greater confidence, balance, and connection—both within yourself and in your relationships.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, burnout, relationship challenges, or a life transition that has left you feeling disconnected from yourself. I work primarily with Black women and women of colour seeking a therapist who understands that mental health is shaped by more than symptoms alone. Culture, family, identity, faith, and systemic experiences all influence how we make sense of ourselves. Many clients tell me it's the first place they've felt they didn't have to translate their lived experiences before therapy could begin.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, burnout, relationship challenges, or a life transition that has left you feeling disconnected from yourself. I work primarily with Black women and women of colour seeking a therapist who understands that mental health is shaped by more than symptoms alone. Culture, family, identity, faith, and systemic experiences all influence how we make sense of ourselves. Many clients tell me it's the first place they've felt they didn't have to translate their lived experiences before therapy could begin.
Many people have already talked their stories through. The goal here isn’t to endlessly process - it’s to heal. We go beneath coping and analysis, carefully deconstruct what’s holding you in place and rebuild from the foundation up. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) supporting adults, couples, and adolescents through trauma, neurodivergence, OCD, personality disorders, attachment-based challenges and more. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices. Many of my clients have experienced therapy before but are ready for a deeper layer of healing. I provide a comforting space to heal while growing.
Many people have already talked their stories through. The goal here isn’t to endlessly process - it’s to heal. We go beneath coping and analysis, carefully deconstruct what’s holding you in place and rebuild from the foundation up. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) supporting adults, couples, and adolescents through trauma, neurodivergence, OCD, personality disorders, attachment-based challenges and more. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices. Many of my clients have experienced therapy before but are ready for a deeper layer of healing. I provide a comforting space to heal while growing.
Vicki Hartman
Registered Social Worker, MA, RSW
1 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2H
Waitlist for new clients
As a Registered Social Worker (RSW) and Psychotherapist, I'm passionate about working with children, youth and families in an empathetic, safe, and non-judgmental environment. I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and discover a path to healing, emotional growth and mental well-being. Whether you, or a loved one, are experiencing anxiety, depression, self-harm, grief, abuse, family or marital conflict, LGBTQIA+ issues or trauma (historical or current), I will work with you to develop the tools and insights needed to foster long-term change, personal growth, and improve relationships.
As a Registered Social Worker (RSW) and Psychotherapist, I'm passionate about working with children, youth and families in an empathetic, safe, and non-judgmental environment. I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and discover a path to healing, emotional growth and mental well-being. Whether you, or a loved one, are experiencing anxiety, depression, self-harm, grief, abuse, family or marital conflict, LGBTQIA+ issues or trauma (historical or current), I will work with you to develop the tools and insights needed to foster long-term change, personal growth, and improve relationships.
If you’re great at holding it together on the outside, but inside it’s overthinking, self doubt, people pleasing, and anxiety or depression - you're in the right place. I help clients untangle those patterns, understand where they came from, and learn new ways to move through the world. My style is warm, collaborative, and rooted in trauma-informed, attachment-focused care. We’ll go at your pace with practical tools, honest conversations, and a space where you don’t have to perform to be understood.
If you’re great at holding it together on the outside, but inside it’s overthinking, self doubt, people pleasing, and anxiety or depression - you're in the right place. I help clients untangle those patterns, understand where they came from, and learn new ways to move through the world. My style is warm, collaborative, and rooted in trauma-informed, attachment-focused care. We’ll go at your pace with practical tools, honest conversations, and a space where you don’t have to perform to be understood.
Zoe Klein - Infidelity & Betrayal Trauma Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
1 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2G
What you discovered changed everything. Maybe you found the messages, maybe there was a confession, or maybe something in your gut was finally confirmed. Now, you're living with intrusive images, sleepless nights, and a nervous system that flinches at every notification. Or perhaps you’re the one who strayed, carrying shame so heavy you can barely look at yourself. You want clarity. You want to stop bleeding out emotionally every single day. I walk with people through the specific wound of infidelity, helping you process the trauma, regulate what feels unregulatable, and rebuild a sense of self that the affair tried to erase.
What you discovered changed everything. Maybe you found the messages, maybe there was a confession, or maybe something in your gut was finally confirmed. Now, you're living with intrusive images, sleepless nights, and a nervous system that flinches at every notification. Or perhaps you’re the one who strayed, carrying shame so heavy you can barely look at yourself. You want clarity. You want to stop bleeding out emotionally every single day. I walk with people through the specific wound of infidelity, helping you process the trauma, regulate what feels unregulatable, and rebuild a sense of self that the affair tried to erase.
