Paula van Riel
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (365) 389-0670

I believe in the power of holding space for emotions, knowing that feeling truly seen and heard can open the door to new ways of understanding ourselves. With warmth, curiosity, and compassion, I will walk alongside you as you explore the patterns that may be keeping you stuck, gently guiding you toward greater clarity and self-awareness. I work collaboratively with you to bring the insights you discover in therapy into your daily life, supporting you in creating meaningful and lasting change.
I support teens, adults, and couples as they navigate the challenges of anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, life transitions and relationship struggles. I weave together a variety of therapeutic approaches, including EFT, DBT, Psychodynamic and Solution Focused Therapy, working from a trauma informed, culturally inclusive, and attachment based perspective.
Walking beside you with care and empathy, I will help you find your balance as you move through life’s storms, accompanying you on the path toward trusting the safe haven of your own inner strength and the comfort of authentic connection. I would be honored to be part of your journey of healing and growth.
Call or Email Paula van Riel now for a free 15 minute consultation - (365) 389-0670
Let's Connect (365) 389-0670

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $170
- Couple Sessions $200
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Cheque, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Canada Life | Great-West Life
- Chambers Plan
- Desjardins
- Equitable Life of Canada
- iA Financial Group
- Johnston Group
- Manulife
Paula van Riel
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 389-0670
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 17159 Paula van Riel
Paula van Riel
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (365) 389-0670
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Marital and Premarital
- Grief
Expertise
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Infidelity
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Paula van Riel
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (365) 389-0670
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Emotionally Focused
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Paula van Riel
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (365) 389-0670
Location
Additional Location
Therapy Heals Inc
Waterloo, ON N2J
(365) 389-0670