Therapists in Waterloo, ON
Amy Richards
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, MEd, BCom
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J (Online Only)
After over a decade at the University of Toronto providing coaching support to MBA students, I recently completed my Master of Social Work to broaden my skillset to include therapeutic work to help people live more connected, joyful lives. I possess extensive experience supporting clients of diverse race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and religion, including neurodivergent individuals, navigate life challenges. As the mom of a child with a significant disability, I’ve endured the relentless battles to overcome unjust societal structures, providing me with a deep respect for other populations struggling to rise above biased systems.
After over a decade at the University of Toronto providing coaching support to MBA students, I recently completed my Master of Social Work to broaden my skillset to include therapeutic work to help people live more connected, joyful lives. I possess extensive experience supporting clients of diverse race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and religion, including neurodivergent individuals, navigate life challenges. As the mom of a child with a significant disability, I’ve endured the relentless battles to overcome unjust societal structures, providing me with a deep respect for other populations struggling to rise above biased systems.
Joanna Brubacher
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2K (Online Only)
I believe conflict within ourselves, and our relationships are a part of life; it’s how we prepare and respond to issues that truly determines how we move forward in life. Our unique identities inform how we feel, think, and behave. As a trauma informed therapist, I work relationally with people to build strength and skill in handling unwanted feelings and situations. I believe everyone has the capacity for healing and autonomy.
I believe conflict within ourselves, and our relationships are a part of life; it’s how we prepare and respond to issues that truly determines how we move forward in life. Our unique identities inform how we feel, think, and behave. As a trauma informed therapist, I work relationally with people to build strength and skill in handling unwanted feelings and situations. I believe everyone has the capacity for healing and autonomy.
Lindsay Thompson
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2L
Waitlist for new clients
Calling all neurodivergent folks, HSPs, introverts, and old souls: I am the therapist for you. My life’s calling is supporting folks through their lived experiences of sensitivity, trauma, emotional regulation, and more. Maybe you’ve been told you have Borderline traits, or have a history of self-harm. Maybe you’ve had a tough time with relationships and want to break the pattern of attaching to emotionally unavailable partners. Perhaps you’re just finding yourself emerging from survival mode and struggling to put together all of the pieces.
Calling all neurodivergent folks, HSPs, introverts, and old souls: I am the therapist for you. My life’s calling is supporting folks through their lived experiences of sensitivity, trauma, emotional regulation, and more. Maybe you’ve been told you have Borderline traits, or have a history of self-harm. Maybe you’ve had a tough time with relationships and want to break the pattern of attaching to emotionally unavailable partners. Perhaps you’re just finding yourself emerging from survival mode and struggling to put together all of the pieces.
Doaa Mahrous offers EMDR
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2T (Online Only)
Understanding ourselves and feeling understood are fundamental human needs. This journey of self-discovery and acceptance allows us to heal from the past, fully embrace the present, and look forward to a brighter future. Together, we will work towards acknowledging and accepting your true self, healing from past wounds, and creating a fulfilling and meaningful future. In our sessions, your story is welcomed without judgment.
Understanding ourselves and feeling understood are fundamental human needs. This journey of self-discovery and acceptance allows us to heal from the past, fully embrace the present, and look forward to a brighter future. Together, we will work towards acknowledging and accepting your true self, healing from past wounds, and creating a fulfilling and meaningful future. In our sessions, your story is welcomed without judgment.
I work with COUPLES and Individuals. Are you: Stressed? Anxious? Depressed? Confused? Conflicted? Don't know where to turn for help? Don't think anything can help you? Most people don't know what is wrong or how to describe what they are experiencing when they first go for counselling. You are not alone, your problems are not entirely unique and there is help - if you want it! Let me be your caring and empowering guide to discover your true potential.
I work with COUPLES and Individuals. Are you: Stressed? Anxious? Depressed? Confused? Conflicted? Don't know where to turn for help? Don't think anything can help you? Most people don't know what is wrong or how to describe what they are experiencing when they first go for counselling. You are not alone, your problems are not entirely unique and there is help - if you want it! Let me be your caring and empowering guide to discover your true potential.
Angelina Vaccaro
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, PhD (c)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
I specialize in working with neurodivergent children, teens, and adults and their families with a focus on the autism spectrum and ADHD, as well as those experiencing complex mental health challenges including anxiety disorders, depression, suicide ideation and self harm. I firmly believes in collaborating closely with parents, caregivers, and other professionals involved in a person's life. By working as a team, I ensure a holistic and comprehensive approach to treatment that maximizes progress. I create a safe and non-judgmental space where individuals feel heard, understood, and supported.
I specialize in working with neurodivergent children, teens, and adults and their families with a focus on the autism spectrum and ADHD, as well as those experiencing complex mental health challenges including anxiety disorders, depression, suicide ideation and self harm. I firmly believes in collaborating closely with parents, caregivers, and other professionals involved in a person's life. By working as a team, I ensure a holistic and comprehensive approach to treatment that maximizes progress. I create a safe and non-judgmental space where individuals feel heard, understood, and supported.
Problems in life can be overwhelming and sometimes everyone needs support. I work with individuals and couples who want to improve communication, learn to disagree productively, deepen intimacy in relationships, and work through grief. Discounted rate for students.
Problems in life can be overwhelming and sometimes everyone needs support. I work with individuals and couples who want to improve communication, learn to disagree productively, deepen intimacy in relationships, and work through grief. Discounted rate for students.
Elizabeth Snider
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L (Online Only)
Sometimes life can feel hard, and many times, it can feel that we are carrying the weight of the world on our shoulders, unnoticed, and unheard. Therapy can be a space for vulnerability, exploration, healing and growth, a space to share anything that’s on your mind knowing you will be supported, heard, and validated by a caring therapist. If are struggling with depression or anxiety, difficult relationships or/and life transitions, or perhaps you are struggling to find your place in an ever-changing uncertain world, therapy can help you find a way to move forward.
Sometimes life can feel hard, and many times, it can feel that we are carrying the weight of the world on our shoulders, unnoticed, and unheard. Therapy can be a space for vulnerability, exploration, healing and growth, a space to share anything that’s on your mind knowing you will be supported, heard, and validated by a caring therapist. If are struggling with depression or anxiety, difficult relationships or/and life transitions, or perhaps you are struggling to find your place in an ever-changing uncertain world, therapy can help you find a way to move forward.
I am a trauma specialist. I have worked with children, adolescents and adults. I am currently offering Face to Face sessions making use of a large office. I do offer video conference through Microsoft Teams. I am utilizing EMDR and Trauma Focused CBT. You can be assured that the treatment modalities that I use are grounded in best practices to ensure that you will see positive changes in your life. I graduated with a Masters of Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier University in 1993, so I have a solid track record of Clinical Social Work Employment in the community and my Private Practice.
I am a trauma specialist. I have worked with children, adolescents and adults. I am currently offering Face to Face sessions making use of a large office. I do offer video conference through Microsoft Teams. I am utilizing EMDR and Trauma Focused CBT. You can be assured that the treatment modalities that I use are grounded in best practices to ensure that you will see positive changes in your life. I graduated with a Masters of Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier University in 1993, so I have a solid track record of Clinical Social Work Employment in the community and my Private Practice.
Sara Warren
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, CCC, RCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2V
I am a Registered Psychotherapist and a Canadian Certified Counsellor. My goal is to work collaboratively with you based on your specific goals and needs with an emphasis on building a strong therapeutic relationship and creating a safe environment. I provide psychotherapy services to explore concerns relating, but not limited to, various forms of trauma and abuse, dissociative disorders, interpersonal relationships/attachment difficulties, substance use, self-esteem, identity, depression, anxiety, and chronic illness.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist and a Canadian Certified Counsellor. My goal is to work collaboratively with you based on your specific goals and needs with an emphasis on building a strong therapeutic relationship and creating a safe environment. I provide psychotherapy services to explore concerns relating, but not limited to, various forms of trauma and abuse, dissociative disorders, interpersonal relationships/attachment difficulties, substance use, self-esteem, identity, depression, anxiety, and chronic illness.
Hello! I know life is extremely difficult sometimes. With that said, my goal when meeting a client is to find out how they would like their life to be and feel different. Together, we will look at your struggles, feelings, thoughts and patterns while always holding that vision for a better future. Whether you are dealing with negative thoughts, physical pain, depression, anxiety, a difficult life transition, low self esteem or worth issues, fearful thoughts, loss of direction, overthinking, lack of focus or reduced quality of life - we can work together to feel the feels, get clear on your values and look at what brings you joy!
Hello! I know life is extremely difficult sometimes. With that said, my goal when meeting a client is to find out how they would like their life to be and feel different. Together, we will look at your struggles, feelings, thoughts and patterns while always holding that vision for a better future. Whether you are dealing with negative thoughts, physical pain, depression, anxiety, a difficult life transition, low self esteem or worth issues, fearful thoughts, loss of direction, overthinking, lack of focus or reduced quality of life - we can work together to feel the feels, get clear on your values and look at what brings you joy!
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Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist, MSW, RSW, CC-PMH, CC-BRT
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2L
So many parents feel blindsided by how differently parenting feels than what they expected - we are told that we will be exhausted, but filled with joy. And while there may be joy, we also often experience feelings of grief, resentment, helplessness and rage. We are confronted by the limits of our control in so many ways, and are more consumed with worry for our child and getting everything just right than we could have ever imagined. Our relationship with our partner may feel foreign and hard, and the ways that we would normally care for ourselves feel out of reach. Perhaps we think, should it be this hard?
So many parents feel blindsided by how differently parenting feels than what they expected - we are told that we will be exhausted, but filled with joy. And while there may be joy, we also often experience feelings of grief, resentment, helplessness and rage. We are confronted by the limits of our control in so many ways, and are more consumed with worry for our child and getting everything just right than we could have ever imagined. Our relationship with our partner may feel foreign and hard, and the ways that we would normally care for ourselves feel out of reach. Perhaps we think, should it be this hard?
Talk With Gena
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, BHSc, RP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L (Online Only)
Welcome to Compassionate Counseling, where life balance begins. Are you feeling overwhelmed by emotional/mental/physical pain? Whether you're recovering from illness, treatment, surgery, or physical rehabilitation, I understand the challenges involved. With 17 years of experience as a neurofunctional physical therapist, I've aided individuals in various recoveries: work injuries, post-concussion, cancer, diabetes, Parkinson's, ALS, MS, and life-altering surgeries. As a psychotherapist, I recognize the critical role of the mind-body connection in the recovery process.
Welcome to Compassionate Counseling, where life balance begins. Are you feeling overwhelmed by emotional/mental/physical pain? Whether you're recovering from illness, treatment, surgery, or physical rehabilitation, I understand the challenges involved. With 17 years of experience as a neurofunctional physical therapist, I've aided individuals in various recoveries: work injuries, post-concussion, cancer, diabetes, Parkinson's, ALS, MS, and life-altering surgeries. As a psychotherapist, I recognize the critical role of the mind-body connection in the recovery process.
Carla is Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with over a decade of experience helping individuals, couples and families. She specializes in perinatal mental health and perinatal loss. Carla supports individuals, couples and families facing a variety of mental health and life challenges including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress symptoms, life transitions, relationship and marriage challenges, grief/loss, emotional regulation, and self-esteem/self-worth. She practices a form of integrative or holistic therapy, a depth approach that tries to do justice to the whole person including mind, body and spirit.
Carla is Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with over a decade of experience helping individuals, couples and families. She specializes in perinatal mental health and perinatal loss. Carla supports individuals, couples and families facing a variety of mental health and life challenges including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress symptoms, life transitions, relationship and marriage challenges, grief/loss, emotional regulation, and self-esteem/self-worth. She practices a form of integrative or holistic therapy, a depth approach that tries to do justice to the whole person including mind, body and spirit.
Hello! Life can get overwhelming, so my goal is to make sure no one feels like they have to struggle alone. I strive to foster a safe, judgment-free space where you can process your thoughts and feelings so that we can work towards your goals together. I utilize a client-centred and strength-based approach from which we will build on your strengths and abilities to create positive changes in your life that meet your unique needs and desires. Through empowerment, self-acceptance, and self-compassion, everyone has the potential to grow.
Hello! Life can get overwhelming, so my goal is to make sure no one feels like they have to struggle alone. I strive to foster a safe, judgment-free space where you can process your thoughts and feelings so that we can work towards your goals together. I utilize a client-centred and strength-based approach from which we will build on your strengths and abilities to create positive changes in your life that meet your unique needs and desires. Through empowerment, self-acceptance, and self-compassion, everyone has the potential to grow.
Samantha Mohan
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J (Online Only)
Our lives are filled with many challenges and often we find ourselves at a crossroads. The journey, rather than the destination, provides the opportunity to learn, grow, and develop towards the goals we hope to achieve. Often, we need someone to witness our life story and walk alongside us to recognize our personal strength and resiliency. As a practitioner, I hope to collaborate with you to make meaningful, sustainable changes in your life. This may include learning new coping skills, processing difficult life events, or increasing self-awareness.
Our lives are filled with many challenges and often we find ourselves at a crossroads. The journey, rather than the destination, provides the opportunity to learn, grow, and develop towards the goals we hope to achieve. Often, we need someone to witness our life story and walk alongside us to recognize our personal strength and resiliency. As a practitioner, I hope to collaborate with you to make meaningful, sustainable changes in your life. This may include learning new coping skills, processing difficult life events, or increasing self-awareness.
Momna Sajid
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L (Online Only)
As a therapist, my goal is to assist clients in processing events rather than simply moving past their issues. I believe in encouraging couples, families, and individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and complex trauma to analyze their situations and navigate the difficulties in life. Together, we work on developing tools and strategies to handle difficult emotions and improve overall well-being.
As a therapist, my goal is to assist clients in processing events rather than simply moving past their issues. I believe in encouraging couples, families, and individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and complex trauma to analyze their situations and navigate the difficulties in life. Together, we work on developing tools and strategies to handle difficult emotions and improve overall well-being.
The journey of life can be hard. Sometimes the bumps in the road are just minor annoyances we can absorb and keep moving forward. Other times they are more severe, even life-altering, and we need help. That’s where Mike comes in. He views counseling as a life-on-life collaborative journey of hope and solidarity. Together you will work together to discover what healing, health, and wholeness can look like for you. From general mental health concerns to trauma and PTSD, Mike would be honored to come alongside you.
The journey of life can be hard. Sometimes the bumps in the road are just minor annoyances we can absorb and keep moving forward. Other times they are more severe, even life-altering, and we need help. That’s where Mike comes in. He views counseling as a life-on-life collaborative journey of hope and solidarity. Together you will work together to discover what healing, health, and wholeness can look like for you. From general mental health concerns to trauma and PTSD, Mike would be honored to come alongside you.
Katrina McGeorge
Registered Psychotherapist, BAH, MEd
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L (Online Only)
Psychotherapy offers a unique opportunity to engage in self and interpersonal exploration and to make meaningful connections in our lives. It is a place where together, we can navigate life’s many challenges and work to develop strength and resilience. I hope to offer a safe and supportive space in which to process, heal, and grow, and work to bring insight, awareness, and self-compassion into the therapy space. Therapy can be a space to discuss any topic, and focuses on accessing and creating resources, exploring emotions, understanding thoughts and behaviours, and aims to support overall growth.
Psychotherapy offers a unique opportunity to engage in self and interpersonal exploration and to make meaningful connections in our lives. It is a place where together, we can navigate life’s many challenges and work to develop strength and resilience. I hope to offer a safe and supportive space in which to process, heal, and grow, and work to bring insight, awareness, and self-compassion into the therapy space. Therapy can be a space to discuss any topic, and focuses on accessing and creating resources, exploring emotions, understanding thoughts and behaviours, and aims to support overall growth.
Paula Ferreira
Registered Social Worker, MSW RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2K (Online Only)
‘Change the way you look at things and the things you look at change.’ W. Dyer. Sometimes that’s easier said than done though, right? It may not be possible to avoid stress for the rest of our lives, but it is absolutely possible to have the strategies to work through it and the support to facilitate it. My work is centered on helping people figure out ‘life’ - managing relationships with others and self, dealing with big emotions, working through trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, all while honoring and caring for a person’s whole self.
‘Change the way you look at things and the things you look at change.’ W. Dyer. Sometimes that’s easier said than done though, right? It may not be possible to avoid stress for the rest of our lives, but it is absolutely possible to have the strategies to work through it and the support to facilitate it. My work is centered on helping people figure out ‘life’ - managing relationships with others and self, dealing with big emotions, working through trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, all while honoring and caring for a person’s whole self.
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Number of Counsellors in Waterloo, ON
500+
Average cost per session
$150
Counsellors in Waterloo, ON who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 88% | Depression |
| 83% | Self Esteem |
| 83% | Stress |
| 82% | Relationship Issues |
| 76% | Coping Skills |
| 69% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 62% | SunLife |
| 61% | Green Shield Canada |
| 61% | Manulife |
How Counsellors in Waterloo, ON see their clients
| 68% | In Person and Online | |
| 32% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 84% | Female | |
| 15% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |