Divorce Therapists in Waterloo, ON

Hello, my name is Marinela. My extensive training in individual, couple & family therapy and over 20 years of practice has helped many individuals and couples get a better understanding of the origin of the concerning issue, as well as make positive choices about their present and future. I have also been working with and supporting people struggling with Anxiety, Depression, self-esteem, boundaries, work stress, relationship/family issues, separation/ divorce , and more recently with Postpartum struggles...Life transitions can be hard and painful at times, but you do not need to go through it alone.

Life is difficult. Complex circumstances hit us all, often resulting in a diminished ability for us to live life to its fullest. Unresolved emotional pain and trauma can give rise to depression, anger, anxiety, low self-esteem, and abuse of self and others. By Peaceful Waters therapists combine our professional training and our Christian faith to bring healing and restoration to spiritual, emotional, cognitive, behavioral, and relational hurts. We offer a safe, non-judgmental and empathetic environment, nourishing hope and healing, in which the whole person is valued, affirmed and empowered, not just to survive but to thrive.

Accepting new virtual clients! Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, or low self-esteem? Do you struggle with school/work/life balance, interpersonal relationships, or conflict? Are you having difficulty adjusting to retirement, illness, caregiving, loss, separation, divorce , or co-parenting? Do you feel angry, tired all the time, generally unhappy or ‘stuck’? I am here to help! As an experienced therapist with a background in mental health, mediation, public health care, and the legal system, I provide individual and relational therapy and counselling for adults and youth (16+) for a variety of life's challenges.

Suffering from fertility issues, miscarriage, pregnancy loss, stillbirth, or infant loss is one of the hardest experiences a person can face. I have had the privilege of working for over 20 years with individuals and couples who are experiencing fertility, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, divorce & interpersonal trauma. Whether you are experiencing feelings of anxiety, depression, loss of self-identity or negative self-image during pregnancy and postpartum, I will support you and explore approaches which best meet your needs and help you move forward if the need to explore other parenting options arises.

Do you feel like it's time for a re-set on your life, your family, or your relationships? Are you feeling overwhelmed, lonely or unfulfilled in your relationships? Maybe it's time to ask for help. Life can be challenging through the ups & downs of work, marriage, parenting, divorce , loss, and retirement. I want to help you navigate these challenges and learn to live with more connection and fulfillment. You do not have to tackle this alone, and I want to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to explore, understand, and heal.

We offer individual, family and couples counselling. Our rates are on a sliding scale based on income. Every Thursday from noon-6pm we have a Walk In Counselling Clinic and anyone is welcome to walk in and see a therapist for up to 90 minutes without having an appointment. We offer multicultural counselling, LGBTQ2+ counselling, and counselling for older adults and their families. We can help with healing from violence and abuse and recovery after a motor vehicle accident. We work with foster, adoptive and kinship families to help enhance their relationships.

I work with adults who want freedom from negative patterns and who want to get to the root of repetitive reactivity and triggers. They want calm and peace. They want help with healthy boundaries, anxiety, self-worth, depression, life direction, co-dependency, communication, addiction, relationships (with self, the Divine, life partner, ex-partner, children, family, co-workers), emotional regulation, grief, loss/ divorce , chronic pain, parenting, spiritual growth and psychedelic integration. Carrying the past makes current life difficult. Helping clients accept the past, learn from it and then let it go is what I love doing best.

Accepting New Clients - Feeling trapped in an unhealthy pattern, but can’t get out of it? Counselling helps you process the underlying concerns that are keeping you stuck in this negative pattern. It will also offer strategies that you can use to manage the day-to-day stressors. If you want to work through the problems you are experiencing and want a helping hand, then reach out to me. The easiest way to book an appointment is through our website (chettiarcounselling.ca)

Accepting New Virtual Clients! Do you feel unheard in your relationship? Have the dynamics of your relationship changed over the years? Are you thinking about ending your relationship? Are you struggling to have a conversation with your partner? Do you feel unsupported? Has there been a major rupture in your relationship, perhaps infidelity or betrayal? Are you considering if your partner is the one? Are you considering pre-marital counselling?

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.

Welcome to a safe space where we can, together, figure 'it' out, learn what you need, then brainstorm/heartstorm if you are ready for change, acceptance or both (yes, it’s possible!). Here, you can give yourself time and ways to heal. Have you heard about: “do not work harder than the client!” ? They teach you that, behind the scenes, in pretty much any school or workplace related to therapy. Well…at times, I do work harder than my clients. Differently maybe; and hard. To understand and hold space for clients and myself; to really “get it”; and start the most amazing and meaningful work. We're all on a quest to finding meaning.

The Delton Glebe Counselling Centre is a multi-faith counselling agency committed to strengthening emotional and spiritual well-being. We are rooted in the belief that faith and spirituality are important resources for healing and change. We embrace diversity and cultural inclusivity and offer counselling to all individuals. We provide trained therapists who qualify for membership in the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.

I provide therapy to individuals that are struggling with a variety of issues such as stress, life transitions, mental health issues, addictions, and much more. I specialize in addiction treatment with individuals and support whatever goals they set for themselves, either based in abstinence or harm reduction. I also specialize in working with family members of loved ones with addiction as this issue within a family can create a lot of overwhelming fear, chaos, and stress. I also provide clinical supervision to other social workers and psychotherapists.

If you are reading this, you have already taken the most challenging step on your path to healing and growth, and that’s reaching out for support. It can be incredibly overwhelming starting to focus on your mental health and wanting to make changes but not knowing where to begin, this is where I come in. My commitment is to create a safe and supportive environment for all individuals and one that emphasizes growth and development in a non-judgemental manner to help support clients’ goals and ultimately living happy and meaningful lives.

I believe we are all wired towards resilience, healing, and connection and I'm here to support you in working towards living a full and authentic life. In my work as a psychotherapist, I provide a warm, safe, and accepting environment. I have many years of experience living and working internationally and I incorporate an anti-oppressive framework in all aspects of therapy. Given this background, I welcome all types of diversity and am passionate about working with you as an individual, holding the unique complexities of your experience, your situation, and your goals with care and compassion.

Life is full of challenges. We don't always have a choice what challenges we face. But we can choose how we view or overcome these challenges. I believe that we each have our own reserve of resilience waiting to be tapped into. Most of the time we have the strength to face these challenges. Sometimes we reach out to our friends and family for support and that is all we need. At other times, these challenges can overwhelm us and our system of support. We feel alone and helpless. When you are ready for change, let me support you in embracing your challenges and turn them into opportunities to learn something new about yourself.

As a Therapist, Registered Social Worker and co-founder of an internationally awarded recovery wellness program, my goal is to help you on your healing journey. I enjoy working with couples, individuals, youth, older children and families. I will collaboratively work alongside you using evidence informed theories to help you work through the things that are keeping you from living your best life. I believe that you are the expert in your life and that my role is to equip you with tools that will enable you to work through the issues that are most concerning.

I am passionate about emotional, psychological and spiritual well-being. I believe in treating the whole person (mind, body and spirit) who is connected to bigger systems of family, friends, community and society. I provide therapy to individual, couples and families experiencing challenging circumstances, and who are looking for a supportive place for positive change and growth. I have experience working with people who present with such concerns as: * Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Self-esteem * Loss, Grief * PTSD, Childhood trauma/Abuse * Couple and relationship counselling * Parenting & Blended family issues

I am a clinical social worker providing individual, couple and family counselling for a wide array of concerns. The foundation of my practice is client-centred and relational. I firmly believe that for therapy to be most effective, a relationship must be established between the client and counsellor. I have 18 years of experience working with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship issues, parenting skills, aging, and health concerns