Therapists for Teens in Waterdown, ON
I’m a fortunate man, really enjoying my life and my work. I am well, and I remember not being well; anxious, depressed, traumatized and clinically diagnosed with various psychiatric ailments. Life threw me some awful curves and I’ve experienced the therapy world as a client for many hundreds of hours in several of its forms. I have acted badly and I apologize to those I’ve hurt. I won’t indulge my humility here but I’ll be open if you ask. My practice is built in part on my personal experiences of suffering, change, and growth. I am a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario.
I’m a fortunate man, really enjoying my life and my work. I am well, and I remember not being well; anxious, depressed, traumatized and clinically diagnosed with various psychiatric ailments. Life threw me some awful curves and I’ve experienced the therapy world as a client for many hundreds of hours in several of its forms. I have acted badly and I apologize to those I’ve hurt. I won’t indulge my humility here but I’ll be open if you ask. My practice is built in part on my personal experiences of suffering, change, and growth. I am a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario.
I believe that we're at our strongest when we have meaningful, supportive connections in our lives. My focus is on developing these types of connections with my clients - ones where they feel genuinely cared for, safe, and supported in their journey towards feeling more fulfilled in their lives. My aim is always to help my clients feel heard, empowered, and more confident in their ability to navigate struggles. I'm always in their corner, and it's important to me that they feel this way. At the end of the day, providing someone with meaningful support is why I love this work.
I believe that we're at our strongest when we have meaningful, supportive connections in our lives. My focus is on developing these types of connections with my clients - ones where they feel genuinely cared for, safe, and supported in their journey towards feeling more fulfilled in their lives. My aim is always to help my clients feel heard, empowered, and more confident in their ability to navigate struggles. I'm always in their corner, and it's important to me that they feel this way. At the end of the day, providing someone with meaningful support is why I love this work.
Every one of us carries different roles and responsibilities in our lives. From the pursuit of personal and professional goals to supporting our family and friends, life gets busy! My approach to psychotherapy focuses on equipping clients with skills and resources to overcome barriers and achieve wellness in all areas of their lives. With a master's in Clinical Psychology and over two decades of counselling experience, I am thrilled to support clients from all walks of life.Placing a high priority on empathy and trust within the therapeutic relationship, I approach each session with a spirit of curiosity.
Every one of us carries different roles and responsibilities in our lives. From the pursuit of personal and professional goals to supporting our family and friends, life gets busy! My approach to psychotherapy focuses on equipping clients with skills and resources to overcome barriers and achieve wellness in all areas of their lives. With a master's in Clinical Psychology and over two decades of counselling experience, I am thrilled to support clients from all walks of life.Placing a high priority on empathy and trust within the therapeutic relationship, I approach each session with a spirit of curiosity.
We all experience our very own challenges in life. We don’t have to navigate them alone.
We all experience our very own challenges in life. We don’t have to navigate them alone.
Erin
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MACP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Erin is a trauma-informed therapist offering online therapy for women, young adults, neurodivergent individuals, and highly sensitive people across Ontario and most Canadian provinces.
Erin is a trauma-informed therapist offering online therapy for women, young adults, neurodivergent individuals, and highly sensitive people across Ontario and most Canadian provinces.
Tanuja’s clients are adults seeking trauma-informed psychotherapy to support them through life transitions, emotional overwhelm, trauma recovery, and identity exploration. They need a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where their unique experiences are honored. Her approach fosters healing, resilience, and empowerment through mindfulness, somatic awareness, and client-centered therapy, tailored to each individual’s journey.
Tanuja’s clients are adults seeking trauma-informed psychotherapy to support them through life transitions, emotional overwhelm, trauma recovery, and identity exploration. They need a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where their unique experiences are honored. Her approach fosters healing, resilience, and empowerment through mindfulness, somatic awareness, and client-centered therapy, tailored to each individual’s journey.
It is my firm belief that everyone deserves someone to talk to, and to pour out what has been long kept in their heart, body, mind, spirit, and soul. It is with that belief, that I offer my skills, and trained ear as a counselor, in order to help you navigate through this situation that you are finding yourself going through. You are never alone. Although it may feel like this at this very moment, you are stronger than you think that you are. Real strength, in my opinion, is being able to be vulnerable, being able to disclose a hidden problem or area of great pain, and to deal with this 'head on', and with someone who can help you.
It is my firm belief that everyone deserves someone to talk to, and to pour out what has been long kept in their heart, body, mind, spirit, and soul. It is with that belief, that I offer my skills, and trained ear as a counselor, in order to help you navigate through this situation that you are finding yourself going through. You are never alone. Although it may feel like this at this very moment, you are stronger than you think that you are. Real strength, in my opinion, is being able to be vulnerable, being able to disclose a hidden problem or area of great pain, and to deal with this 'head on', and with someone who can help you.
As a therapist with over 20 years of experience, my clients often say they wish they had reached out sooner for support. Shame or guilt had gotten in their way, thinking they should be able to make changes alone. Quite honestly, we are not meant to do things alone. I offer treatment for struggles such as family stressors, parenting biological and adoptive children, depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and childhood maltreatment experiences. I work extensively with parents/adults who have had difficult childhood experiences to help them change patterns from their upbringings and feel more successful in their relationships.
As a therapist with over 20 years of experience, my clients often say they wish they had reached out sooner for support. Shame or guilt had gotten in their way, thinking they should be able to make changes alone. Quite honestly, we are not meant to do things alone. I offer treatment for struggles such as family stressors, parenting biological and adoptive children, depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and childhood maltreatment experiences. I work extensively with parents/adults who have had difficult childhood experiences to help them change patterns from their upbringings and feel more successful in their relationships.
She has been working with adolescents, adults and families for over 10 years, offering early intervention support to clients struggling with concurrent disorders and family conflict.
Trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT).
She has been working with adolescents, adults and families for over 10 years, offering early intervention support to clients struggling with concurrent disorders and family conflict.
Trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT).
Lisa Ghilarducci - Court-Mandated & Legal Stress
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), HBA
1 Endorsed
Waterdown, ON L8B
I specialize in working with clients navigating the justice system, including adults and teens, and their families using an integrative approach.
You may be coming to therapy because you’ve been told you have to, or because life feels stuck after a difficult chapter. My goal is to offer a space where you are seen as a whole person and where accountability and healing can coexist. Therapy does not have to be about being judged or told what is wrong with you. It can be a place to make sense of what has been happening and begin building steadier ways to cope, regulate emotions, and move forward. I work with court-mandated individuals, people navigating behavioural/legal challenges, those involved in the justice system, and their families.
I specialize in working with clients navigating the justice system, including adults and teens, and their families using an integrative approach.
You may be coming to therapy because you’ve been told you have to, or because life feels stuck after a difficult chapter. My goal is to offer a space where you are seen as a whole person and where accountability and healing can coexist. Therapy does not have to be about being judged or told what is wrong with you. It can be a place to make sense of what has been happening and begin building steadier ways to cope, regulate emotions, and move forward. I work with court-mandated individuals, people navigating behavioural/legal challenges, those involved in the justice system, and their families.
With over 25 years of experience, I am dedicated to supporting individuals like you on their journey to personal growth and finding a path to move forward. My approach is rooted in the latest evidence-based research with practical ideas grounded in proven methodologies but also adaptable to the ever-changing world around us. I believe that every individual has the power to shape their narrative and create a life that aligns with their values and aspirations. A core belief I hold is that people are not defined by the problems they bring to therapy.
With over 25 years of experience, I am dedicated to supporting individuals like you on their journey to personal growth and finding a path to move forward. My approach is rooted in the latest evidence-based research with practical ideas grounded in proven methodologies but also adaptable to the ever-changing world around us. I believe that every individual has the power to shape their narrative and create a life that aligns with their values and aspirations. A core belief I hold is that people are not defined by the problems they bring to therapy.
I work with trauma, depression, anxiety, stress and relationship issues. I specialize in sexual abuse and have worked extensively with issues related to male childhood sexual abuse. I am a certified CBT, EFT, and SFT clinician with years of experience in the Employment Assistance program, helping employees and their families manage health related problems that may affect their performance. I regularly integrate DBT and Narrative therapy into my practice. Learning from my lived experiences, I am passionate about practising from an anti-oppressive and inclusion framework
I work with trauma, depression, anxiety, stress and relationship issues. I specialize in sexual abuse and have worked extensively with issues related to male childhood sexual abuse. I am a certified CBT, EFT, and SFT clinician with years of experience in the Employment Assistance program, helping employees and their families manage health related problems that may affect their performance. I regularly integrate DBT and Narrative therapy into my practice. Learning from my lived experiences, I am passionate about practising from an anti-oppressive and inclusion framework
I am Clinical Psychologist and Director of Solasta Psychological Services and our Eating Disorder Program. I have a breadth of experience in comprehensive psychological assessments, individual and group therapies. I have a special interest in the treatment of eating disorders.
I am Clinical Psychologist and Director of Solasta Psychological Services and our Eating Disorder Program. I have a breadth of experience in comprehensive psychological assessments, individual and group therapies. I have a special interest in the treatment of eating disorders.
You may be feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or uncertain about life changes, relationships, or personal challenges. You’re seeking support to understand your emotions, find balance, and work toward meaningful growth.
You may be feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or uncertain about life changes, relationships, or personal challenges. You’re seeking support to understand your emotions, find balance, and work toward meaningful growth.
I come to this work not just as a therapist, but as someone who knows firsthand the profound impact a supportive therapeutic relationship can have. I believe in people’s ability to heal and grow, and that with the right fit, therapy becomes a space for meaningful, lasting change. I support clients navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, overthinking, persistent negative patterns of thought and behaviour, emotional dysregulation, struggles with self-esteem and confidence, and exploration of identity and personal values. My goal is to help you feel supported as you move toward a more purposeful and meaningful life.
I come to this work not just as a therapist, but as someone who knows firsthand the profound impact a supportive therapeutic relationship can have. I believe in people’s ability to heal and grow, and that with the right fit, therapy becomes a space for meaningful, lasting change. I support clients navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, overthinking, persistent negative patterns of thought and behaviour, emotional dysregulation, struggles with self-esteem and confidence, and exploration of identity and personal values. My goal is to help you feel supported as you move toward a more purposeful and meaningful life.
Also, I have an adolescent focus having worked with adolescents and young adults in a school setting working on mental wellness, behavioural issues, coping skills, strengths and resilience building.
My practice has a comprehensive focus on mental heath, marriage couple and family therapy and family mediation. Having been trained in a hospital setting, I work effectively with depression, anxiety disorders, addictions and most mental health disorders. In addition, I have a comprehensive focus on marriage, couples and family therapy focusing on couples experiencing a high level of marital conflict, relationship breakdown or who want to improve the quality of their relationship. Restoring healthy relationships and supporting healthy family systems is one of my core passions! Do you feel you need this?
Also, I have an adolescent focus having worked with adolescents and young adults in a school setting working on mental wellness, behavioural issues, coping skills, strengths and resilience building.
My practice has a comprehensive focus on mental heath, marriage couple and family therapy and family mediation. Having been trained in a hospital setting, I work effectively with depression, anxiety disorders, addictions and most mental health disorders. In addition, I have a comprehensive focus on marriage, couples and family therapy focusing on couples experiencing a high level of marital conflict, relationship breakdown or who want to improve the quality of their relationship. Restoring healthy relationships and supporting healthy family systems is one of my core passions! Do you feel you need this?
Perhaps your adolescent is experiencing anxiety or mood changes, or you are an adult facing stress, relationship difficulties, or life transitions.
Our clinicians use evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Emotion-Focused Therapy to support emotional regulation, resilience, and personal growth. We take a multi-modal, multi-systemic approach, addressing behaviour, emotions, thoughts, and physical well-being to provide integrated, lasting support.
Perhaps your adolescent is experiencing anxiety or mood changes, or you are an adult facing stress, relationship difficulties, or life transitions.
Our clinicians use evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Emotion-Focused Therapy to support emotional regulation, resilience, and personal growth. We take a multi-modal, multi-systemic approach, addressing behaviour, emotions, thoughts, and physical well-being to provide integrated, lasting support.
I provide teens, adults, and seniors with a collaborative space to process and move through their past, current and anticipated obstacles.
My approach is compassionate and rooted in my commitment in sharing the knowledge I’ve gained through my personal life and my Master’s with Distinction in Counselling Psychology. I am an empathetic and observant listener who provides my client's with evidence-based techniques and personalized tools tailored to each client's unique goals and perspectives.
I provide teens, adults, and seniors with a collaborative space to process and move through their past, current and anticipated obstacles.
My approach is compassionate and rooted in my commitment in sharing the knowledge I’ve gained through my personal life and my Master’s with Distinction in Counselling Psychology. I am an empathetic and observant listener who provides my client's with evidence-based techniques and personalized tools tailored to each client's unique goals and perspectives.
I offer individual, couple and family therapy for a wide range of issues including; divorce/separation, trauma, grief, co-parenting, substance abuse, school refusal, family conflict, eating disorders and mental health (specifically, anxiety and depression). I have assisted many couples and families in improving their relationships with one another, providing them with the ability to communicate, respect and understand each other better using Collaborative Problem Solving and Emotion-focussed therapy.
I offer individual, couple and family therapy for a wide range of issues including; divorce/separation, trauma, grief, co-parenting, substance abuse, school refusal, family conflict, eating disorders and mental health (specifically, anxiety and depression). I have assisted many couples and families in improving their relationships with one another, providing them with the ability to communicate, respect and understand each other better using Collaborative Problem Solving and Emotion-focussed therapy.
Helping to Reconnect Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
2 Endorsed
Waterdown, ON L0R
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Our practice’s approach is to be with you through every step of your journey. We aim to help you grow from your struggles, make sense of your experiences, and take your life in the direction you wish. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. Our goal as a practice is to provide a neutral ground in which individuals, families, and couples can safely heal, energize and become aware of their inner strength. Thus, we ensure that a therapist is able to see you within 48 hours of reaching out.
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Our practice’s approach is to be with you through every step of your journey. We aim to help you grow from your struggles, make sense of your experiences, and take your life in the direction you wish. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. Our goal as a practice is to provide a neutral ground in which individuals, families, and couples can safely heal, energize and become aware of their inner strength. Thus, we ensure that a therapist is able to see you within 48 hours of reaching out.
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Teen Counsellors
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.