Counselling in Kitchener, ON. Find the Right Therapist.

Safe, effective, and caring. Affordable therapists near you in Kitchener, Ontario will help you make the changes you want.


Garrett LaFosse, M.Sc., RP, RMFT

Garrett LaFosse, M.Sc., RP, RMFT

Registered Psychotherapist; Registered Marriage and Family Therapist; Professional member of Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA)

Kitchener, Ontario N2P 1L2 | 519-568-9917

Feeling stressed and overwhelmed? Having trouble managing emotions? Feeling lonely and isolated and like there's no way out? Does it seem like you keep having the same bad relationship over and over? I aim to create a safe space for you to tell your story and get help.

Bojena Kelmendi, M.S.W. R.S.W.

Bojena Kelmendi, M.S.W. R.S.W.

Registered Social Worker, Therapist

12-421 Greenbrook Dr., Kitchener, Ontario N2M 4K1 | (226) 400-1912

I am here to help you take steps to better manage the obstacles that are holding you back from living a healthy and productive emotional life and work with you to discover a path towards self-awareness, restoration and growth in a non-judgmental and safe environment.

Omar Waheed, MA RP CSAT

Omar Waheed, MA RP CSAT

Registered Psychotherapist | Certified Sex Addiction Therapist

Online Therapy, Kitchener, Ontario N2H 1Z6 | 905-758-5444

I'm an experienced clinician and I invite you to reach out and unburden yourself. We are not meant to tackle mental health and addiction problems alone. Let's connect with a free first session and see if my skills and style are a good fit for you.

Victoria Smith, MSW, RSW

Victoria Smith, MSW, RSW

Registered Social Worker

165 Hollinger Cres., unit 6, Kitchener, Ontario N2K 2Z2 | 519-664-0514

I aim to provide a comfortable space that is open and free of any bias or judgement; where you feel respected, empowered and better! I have had my own share of ups and downs in life and I understand how difficult things can be sometimes.

Janeen Weatherhead, MA, RP

Janeen Weatherhead, MA, RP

Registered Psychotherapist

130 St Patrick St West, Fergus, Ontario N1M 1L5 | (519) 766-3978

A background in counselling and teaching individuals, groups, couples and families. I currently serve ages 16+ only. I provide individual counselling, communication skills training for 2, support for cinicians looking to launch private practice, and business consulting.

Dave Robinson, MA. Counselling Psychology, RP.

Dave Robinson, MA. Counselling Psychology, RP.

Men's Counsellor, Registered Psychotherapist, C.C.C.

Exhibition Park , Guelph, Ontario N1H 4R6 | 519-400-0303

I help adult men improve their mental health and well-being by supporting them to better cope with unexpected, unpredictable and, at times, overwhelming experiences and setbacks in life. If you or someone you know is stuck or struggling...let's chat, I'd like to help.

Shagun Sharma, RP, MACP

Shagun Sharma, RP, MACP

Registered Psychotherapist

Available for Online Therapy

Within the psychotherapeutic environment, my key values include respecting and empowering individualism, creating a safe space, and creating a collaborative approach with you.

Francis Psychotherapy & Consulting, MSW, RSW

Francis Psychotherapy & Consulting, MSW, RSW

Social workers/Psychotherapists

Available for Online Therapy

Our team of therapists will provide a safe place for you to talk about the struggles you're facing. Working together, you'll identify what's going on and set new goals. You'll experience the perfect pairing of expertise, warmth, and encouragement from our therapists.

Michelle Gibson, MSW,RSW

Michelle Gibson, MSW,RSW

Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist

Kitchener, Ontario N2G 4G7 | 5199133201

People seek counselling for a number of reasons; most often, in hope of gaining support through a new challenge, life transition, or difficulties from the past. Together we can work to bring forward the parts of you that are seeking change and heal what has been stuck.

Kaitlyn Hillier, M.C., C.C.C, R.P

Kaitlyn Hillier, M.C., C.C.C, R.P

Canadian Certified Counsellor, Registered Psychotherapist

Available for Online Therapy

I am unique. You are unique. I provide an understanding, compassionate, and inclusive safe space to navigate and explore your unique thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I am here to support you in your mental health journey toward your own growth and authenticity.

James Morgan, M.Div., M.A.Sc.

James Morgan, M.Div., M.A.Sc.

Psychotherapist

21 Lydia, Kitchener, Ontario N2H 1V2 | 519 7453602

Treatment for relationship difficulties (communication, conflict, affairs), anxiety, depression, self-esteem, men's issues.

Shanna Budzinsky, RP

Shanna Budzinsky, RP

Registered Psychotherapist

Available for Online Therapy

*Accepting New Clients* My approach to therapy is grounded in honouring each persons’ unique journey, strengths, courage, and resiliency. I work with individuals, youth aged 14+, and couples. Book a free 15-minute consultation with me to see if we are a good fit.

Rick Defoe, MACP, CCC, RP-q, RSW

Rick Defoe, MACP, CCC, RP-q, RSW

Registered Clinical Therapist

24 Queens Square, Unit # 103, Cambridge, Ontario N1S 1H6 | 519-500-5514

NEW TO THERAPY? EXPERIENCED IT BEFORE? LOOKING FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT? I have 20yrs of experience, and offer new and innovative approaches that help - in a safe space! Welcome to Growth Counselling Services - together we’ll explore change and what works best for you!

: Chords Counselling and Psychotherapy, MACP, RP.

: Chords Counselling and Psychotherapy, MACP, RP.

Registered Psychotherapist

Available for Online Therapy

Our large team allows us to offer our clients a wide range of specialties and a lot more options for time slots and availability. We know starting therapy can be scary; we are here to make the process as easy as possible for you.


Related Sites:
City of Kitchener
Canadian Counselling Association

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Kitchener, Ontario is the eleventh largest metropolitan area in Canada. The city offers an abundance of historical attractions as well as family-oriented fun for entertainment value. One of the Mennonite family’s homes is a historic museum, located in the heart of the city. Over the last few years, this area has committed to renew and clean up the downtown by converting the dying mall into office space, relocating a theatre, and turning an old department store into a children’s museum. These renovations are aimed at making the city more ideal for families with children and teenagers. Other renewal initiatives include a new city hall, and implementing a farmer’s market, where families are guaranteed to find great priced items, while interacting with other community members. The town has a multitude of cultural highlights. Some of the different events include the Open Ears Festival, Blues, Brews & Barbecues and the Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest; all of which prove to be fun and entertaining for the entire family. In terms of education, Alpine, Bridgeport, and Clemens Mill are three of several public schools within the district.1

Mental Health in Kitchener

Kitchener, formerly the Town of Berlin, is a medium-sized city in Ontario province, with a population roughly 200,000. While Kitchener is one of the most educated cities in the country, and has one of the lowest unemployment rates at 6.6 percent, the city has experienced a rise in the cost of housing steadily over the years.2 This has led to many people moving out of their homes, and settling into ghetto neighbourhoods.

Unsurprisingly, health issues have also escalated, and it is estimated that 14 percent of the population has a disability.3 However, the local government is doing its best to cater to the needs of all those who suffer from mental disabilities. The Canadian Mental Health Association have their head office in Kitchener, and they work towards improving the standard of living of mental health patients.4

Addiction is another major problem, and the Ontario Addiction Treatment Centre provides care and specialized treatment for those who are dealing with it. They can be reached on any of the following numbers:

519-746-1919
519-279-6078

The risk of suicide is very real, and the Waterloo Region Suicide Prevention Council continues to spread awareness in order to reduce incidences of suicidal behaviour. They conduct workshops and talks, and can be called in an emergency on: 514-799-1813.5

Current Initiatives

The Enabling Minds project was launched in 2005, with the goal of creating awareness about mental health problems, thereby eliminating the barriers for those who are mentally disabled and wish to participate in physical activities.They encourage mental health patients to engage in exercise in order to reduce the risk of further diseases, and improve their lifestyle and well-being.


References

1. Wikipedia. (2017) . Kitchener, ON. Retrieved from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kitchener,_Ontario.
2. Human Resources and Skills Development Canada. (2017) . EI Economic Region of Kitchener (2000). Retrieved from http://srv129.services.gc.ca/rbin/eng/kitchen.aspx?rates=1.
3. Kitchener. (2017) . If Kitchener Was A Village Of 100. Retrieved from http://www.kitchener.ca/en/livinginkitchener/If_Kitchener_were_a_village.asp#persons.
4. Volunteer Centre of Guelph/Wellington. (2017) . Canadian Mental Health Association. Retrieved from http://communitylinks.cioc.ca/record/GCL0429.
5. Waterloo Region Suicide Prevention Council. (2017) . Risk Factors. Retrieved from http://wrspc.ca/need-help/risk-factors/.

Kitchener is located in Ontario, Canada. It has a land area of 136.77 square kilometers.  The population of Kitchener is 233,222 people with 92,217 households . The population ranking for Kitchener is #21 nationally and #9 for the province of Ontario with a density of 1705.20 people per sq km. Kitchener therapists serve postal code: N2E.