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We are a team of dedicated and experienced therapists who are here to help. We know that you are unique and there is no one size fits all approach to therapy. We are interested in understanding who you are and what will work best for you! Our therapists are integrative and have training in DBT, CBT, mindfulness, EFT, ACT, psychodynamic therapy and various modalities of couples therapy.
Therapy can be challenging but seeing the benefits of creating lasting change are so worth it!
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Children, Senior, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Asian, Black / African American, Christian, Hindu, Jewish, LGBTQ+, Men, Middle Eastern, Military / Veterans, Muslim, Persons with Disabilities, Women clients.
Languages: English, French, Hindi, Punjabi
Treatment Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) Builds skills in self-kindness and compassion toward others. It is especially helpful for people who struggle with shame or self-criticism.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Existential / Humanistic Therapy Encourages people to explore meaning, freedom, and authenticity in their lives. It focuses on personal growth and living in alignment with one’s values.
- Experiential Therapy Involves hands-on activities to bring emotions into the present moment. It helps clients process feelings more deeply than through conversation alone.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) A structured therapy that uses guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories. It is widely recognized for treating PTSD and trauma-related conditions.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy Based on decades of research, this method gives couples tools to improve communication, manage conflict, and strengthen intimacy.
- Integrative Therapy Combines techniques from multiple approaches into a customized plan. It adapts to each client’s unique situation and needs.
- Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) A short-term approach focused on improving relationships and social support. It is often used for depression and grief.
- Multicultural Therapy Acknowledges the role of culture, race, and identity in mental health. It values diversity and adapts treatment to each person’s background.
- Narrative Therapy Encourages people to view problems as separate from themselves and reframe their life story. It helps build resilience and self-identity.
- Object Relations Therapy Focuses on how early caregiver relationships shape current relationships. It aims to improve patterns of attachment and trust.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Psychoanalytic Therapy Based on Freud’s theories, it explores unconscious conflicts and past experiences. It seeks to bring hidden issues into awareness.
- Psychodynamic Therapy Explores unconscious thoughts and patterns that influence current behavior. It builds insight into how the past impacts the present.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
- Relational Psychotherapy Emphasizes the healing power of the therapist-client relationship. It uses trust and safety as a foundation for change.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
- Somatic Therapy Helps clients notice how emotions are stored in the body. It uses breath, movement, and awareness for healing trauma and stress.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee 170
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- Our graduate counselling interns offer affordable therapy options for those in need.
- Accepts Insurance
- Clients pay for service and submit receipt to insurance.
Education & Credentials
Kennedy McLean Counselling & Psychotherapy
- Female, Male
- License # 008363
- Licensed in Ontario
- Practicing Since 2010
Education: Master of Arts-Counselling Psychology,
Registered Psychotherapist,
Certified Clinical trauma Professional (CCTP),
Graduate Certificate-Addiction Treatment and Prevention
Kennedy McLean Counselling & Psychotherapy Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of Ontario
- Online Therapy Details: Via telephone or secure video conferencing we are able to work with clients in ON, BC, YK, NT and NU.
Counselling and/or psychotherapy can help individuals and couples develop a better understanding of life circumstances or emotional difficulties. It can also assist in developing more concrete steps to solving issues you may be facing. Therapy is collaborative, we work together to help you find ways to manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts, substance abuse or past trauma.
* We work virtually with clients in ON, BC, YK, NU and NT
*We cannot provide diagnoses or prescribe medications