Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Waterloo, Ontario ON, Canada CA
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Cindy Jennings
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, RP
Living with addiction in a relationship can feel confusing, exhausting, and isolating. Many partners find themselves trying everything they can to help, while feeling increasingly powerless. My goal is to help you make sense of what’s happening, reconnect with your own voice, and develop more effective ways of responding that support both your well-being and the possibility of real change.
For over 30 years, I have had the privilege of helping individuals and couples navigate some of life’s most difficult relationship challenges, including alcohol and substance use concerns and the lasting effects of trauma. As a trained couples and family therapist, I have a particular focus on supporting partners and spouses whose lives have been deeply affected by a loved one’s addiction. As a Registered Psychotherapist, I draw on a wide range of evidence-based approaches to meet the unique needs of each person I work with. My training includes Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Motivational Interviewing, Somatic Therapy, and Exposure Therapy. These approaches allow us to work not only with practical skills for communication and boundaries, but also with the deeper emotional and relational patterns that keep people feeling stuck.
I strive to create a thoughtful, respectful space where you feel heard and understood. Together we can navigate the complexities of your situation and help you move toward greater clarity, stability, and confidence in how you move forward.
34 Years Experience
Online in Waterloo, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Alex Boersen: Redline Recovery Counselling and EMDR
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, RSW
I’m a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier University and founder of Redline Recovery Counselling and EMDR. I work with individuals facing anxiety, depression, burnout, addiction, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions. I especially support men, youth, rural communities, and those in high-stress roles like first responders, healthcare workers, and frontline social service staff, creating a space where clients feel safe, understood, and supported.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and combines evidence-based modalities with insight from my own mental health journey. Using therapies like ACT, IFS, CBT, attachment-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, CBT for trauma, and EMDR. I ask people to come in with honesty, an open mind, and a willingness to change and participate in trying something new.
I’ve worked in hospitals, with the OPP, and in community mental health, giving insight into high-stress and crisis settings. I also provide ketamine-assisted therapy with Field Trip Health Waterloo. Originally from rural Perth County, I enjoy life with my wife, daughter, two dogs, and staying active through running, weight lifting, fishing, and the outdoors.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Waterloo, ON
Online in Waterloo, ON Ontario
Selah Counselling, Mediation, and Training Center
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Selah Counselling, Mediation, and Training Center is a practice built on the belief that healing takes time, safety, and depth. We are not a quick-fix model. We integrate neuroscience, attachment theory, trauma-informed care, and faith for those who desire it, so that change is not just behavioural but transformational. What sets us apart is our commitment to long-term relational work, nervous system stabilization, and whole-person care. We look at the patterns beneath the symptoms, the story beneath the survival, and we create a space where individuals, couples, and families can slow down enough to heal from the inside out. We are steady, clinically grounded, and rooted in the understanding that sustainable change happens when people feel safe enough to be fully seen.
29 Years Experience
In-Person Near Waterloo, ON
Online in Waterloo, ON Ontario
Meaningful Connections
Registered Social Worker, Registered Social Worker MSW, RSW , Registered Psychotherapist
We believe that no one should have to face life's hardships in isolation. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, or relationship challenges, you deserve a space where you can feel genuinely cared for and understood. Our approach is grounded in compassion, authenticity, and meaningful connection, helping you move toward healing and lasting change at a pace that feels right for you.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Waterloo, ON
Online in Waterloo, ON Ontario
Zain Abideen
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BSc, MACP
Many people reach a point where stress, anxiety, or relationship struggles begin repeating in ways that feel confusing or overwhelming. I work with individuals and couples to understand the deeper patterns shaping their thoughts, emotions, and relationships. Therapy with me focuses on clarity, self awareness, and practical steps toward meaningful change so you can move forward with greater confidence and stability.
1 Years Experience
Online in Waterloo, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada Statistics
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada average 9 years of experience and charge around $167 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Stress (84%), Anxiety or Fears (79%), and Depression (78%).
Average years in practice
9 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$167
Accept insurance
86%
Offer sliding scale
78%
Gender ID
| 58% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 5% |
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
| 84% | Stress |
| 79% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 78% | Depression |
| 76% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 73% | Self Esteem |
| 71% | Social Anxiety |
| 67% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 79% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Teen |
| 63% | Senior |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 68% | Women |
| 63% | Men |
| 59% | LGBTQ+ |
| 41% | Black / African American |
| 40% | Christian |