Psychodynamic therapists in Kitchener, Ontario ON, Canada CA
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Psychodynamic
Michael Greene
Registered Psychotherapist, MA Counselling Psychology, Registered Psychologist College of Psychotherapists of Ontario
35 Years of Helping People Transform Their Lives
For more than three decades, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside people as they navigate change, healing, and personal growth. My work as a therapist has shown me the incredible depth, resilience, wisdom, and goodness that exists within every person. The connections I’ve built with clients — and the positive changes I’ve witnessed — have given my own life profound meaning.
If you’re ready to better understand yourself, heal, and create a more fulfilling life, I’m here to help.
36 Years Experience
Online in Kitchener, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Psychodynamic
Clare Pentelow
Therapist, MSW, RSW
I bring a thoughtful and compassionate approach to my private psychotherapy practice in Kitchener-Waterloo. For more than a decade, it has been my privilege to support individuals as they navigate their unique paths toward healing and growth. Witnessing the resilience and transformative potential within each person I work with continues to inspire me, and I consider it an honour to walk alongside my clients on their personal journeys.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Kitchener, ON N2H 2M7
Online in Kitchener, ON Ontario
Psychodynamic
Ms. Clare Pentelow
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, M.S.W., R.S.W.
Therapy can be a very vulnerable process, and it is important to feel that you are in a safe space in order to do this important work. I believe my warm, authentic approach allows my clients to feel comfortable opening up about the difficult issues they are facing. i work with my clients to deeply understand their goals, experiences and personalities and support them in both processing emotional wounds, and coping with the difficult feelings and situations they are dealing with in the present.
17 Years Experience
In-Person in Kitchener, ON N2H 1N9
Online in Kitchener, ON Ontario
Psychodynamic
Jisca Rodriguez, RP (GreenValley Counselling Services)
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), Certified Music Therapist, MMT, MTA
I am a warm and welcoming therapist who helps children and teens process their thoughts and feelings. I offer music, art and play approaches to help young clients express what they may have trouble putting into words. This approach also helps clients become more able to verbalize their feelings.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Kitchener, ON
Online in Kitchener, ON Ontario
Psychodynamic
Colin Hayward
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
My goal in therapy is to create a space where you can say the things you haven’t felt able to say anywhere else. Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, capable individuals who carry a lot on their own. They may talk things through with friends or family at times, but often hesitate to go too far because they don’t want to burden the people around them. In therapy, you have a place where you can speak freely and be fully heard.
Clients often tell me they’re surprised by how much they have to say once they begin. They may have spent years thinking through challenges in their lives, but haven’t had the opportunity to explore those thoughts out loud in a supportive and non-judgmental environment. My role isn’t to criticize the past, rush to conclusions, or tell you what decisions you should make. Instead, I focus on helping you understand your experiences, clarify what matters most to you, and find practical ways forward that feel authentic and sustainable.
I see therapy as a collaborative process that helps you better understand both your strengths and the challenges that come with them. Many qualities that serve us well in life—like sensitivity, dedication, or a strong work ethic—can also create difficulties when they become overwhelming or unbalanced. Together, we explore how these qualities shape your experiences, identify the patterns that may be holding you back, and build on the strengths that can help you move forward.
Sometimes this work involves learning specific tools or skills. Other times it involves taking the time to reflect, share important stories, and gain new perspective. Either way, my aim is to help you uncover resources within yourself that may have been overlooked and to support you in navigating difficult moments with greater clarity and confidence.
I tailor my approach to each person I work with because every individual’s experiences and goals are different. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, OCD, or simply feeling stuck, therapy can be a place to slow down, reflect, and make meaningful progress.
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Kitchener, ON
Online in Kitchener, ON Ontario
Psychodynamic
Laura Jean Northey
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, BA
I provide individual therapy, both in-person and online, to clients who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relational issues, and burnout. I have been told by clients that my calm demeanour and caring, non-judgmental stance helps them to feel safe and comfortable to express themselves. Therapy with me is client-led, meaning you decide what we talk about, but I'm here to help you make sense of it and understand how lifelong patterns and unconscious beliefs might be influencing your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours.
4 Years Experience
In-Person Near Kitchener, ON
Online in Kitchener, ON Ontario
Psychodynamic
Emily Hiram
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
I work with adults who want to better understand themselves and the patterns that keep showing up in their lives, whether those patterns involve anxiety, body image, food, or navigating significant life transitions. Many of my clients have tried coping strategies or previous therapy and are looking for something that goes a bit deeper.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Kitchener, ON
Online in Kitchener, ON Ontario
Psychodynamic
Simona Ilieva
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
*Accepting New Clients* As a therapist, my goal is to help you navigate life’s challenges, empowering you to overcome the obstacles that hinder your ability to live a life aligned with your goals and values. My approach is grounded in the understanding that mental health is impacted by a multitude of factors. I recognize the profound impact that structural and systemic barriers can have on your well-being. These external pressures can often create feelings of frustration and hopelessness, making it difficult to find a path forward. In our work together, we will explore these external influences while focusing on your internal strengths. By identifying and acknowledging your resilience, we can work together to create the meaning change you are seeking in your life. I work with individuals 16+, couples, and families and offer a free 15-minute consultation to ensure I am the proper fit for your journey.
4 Years Experience
Online in Kitchener, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Psychodynamic
Naila Carbone (GreenValley Counselling Services)
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) MA
I am a warm and accepting therapist who works with children, teens adults. I have an natural ability to hone in on the concerns that are pertinent to your goals and well being. I have a special interest in grief, depression and anxiety. I create the space for you to feel seen, heard and supported. In addition to my work with adults I have specialized training in child centered play therapy. Children are quick to warm up to me and feel safe and comfortable coming to therapy to address the often big feelings and life changes they are experiencing.
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near Kitchener, ON
Online in Kitchener, ON Ontario
Psychodynamic
Benjamin MacMillan (GreenValley Counselling Services)
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I work with a variety of concerns including anxiety, stress, work life balance and loss. I see adults, teens and children. I use CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and am also trained to work with children using a child centered play therapy approach.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Kitchener, ON
Online in Kitchener, ON Ontario
Kitchener — often referenced alongside Waterloo as part of the Waterloo Region — is at the center of Canada's most significant technology hub outside Toronto, home to the University of Waterloo, Wilfrid Laurier University, and dozens of major tech startups and scale-ups, creating persistent demand for therapists who work with innovation-sector burnout, high-stakes career pressure, and the psychological costs of startup culture. The region's growing immigrant population from South Asia, Africa, and the Middle East adds cultural diversity to therapy demand that the private therapy community is still catching up to reflect. Grand River Hospital provides institutional mental health resources alongside an active private therapy community. Kitchener's rapid diversification — beyond its German-heritage Oktoberfest identity — shapes a dynamic and evolving therapy culture.
Psychodynamic Therapy therapists in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Statistics
Psychodynamic Therapy therapists in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada average 10 years of experience and charge around $170 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (88%), Depression (80%), and Self Esteem (73%).
Average years in practice
10 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$170
Accept insurance
81%
Offer sliding scale
63%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 62% |
In Person and Online |
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| 38% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 88% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 80% | Depression |
| 73% | Self Esteem |
| 73% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 66% | Stress |
| 64% | Loss or Grief |
| 55% | Social Anxiety |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 71% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Senior |
| 57% | Teen |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 56% | Men |
| 51% | LGBTQ+ |
| 37% | Christian |
| 34% | Persons with Disabilities |