Therapy in Kitchener-Waterloo
Support And Care Where You Are.
Get practical support and a plan that fits your home, relationships, and daily life. In-person therapy in Kitchener–Waterloo with secure virtual sessions across Ontario.
Life can leave you running on empty.
Children are overwhelmed by big emotions. Teens are trying to figure out who they are. Adults are exhausted from trying to hold everything together. Couples love each other but keep hitting the same wall. Whatever your situation, the feeling is often the same: that no matter what you do, it never feels quite enough.
At Colibri NeuroWellness, we help you figure out why and help you start feeling like yourself again.
Therapy in Kitchener & Waterloo
What Therapy in Kitchener-Waterloo Can Do For You
Life can be a lot sometimes.
Therapy in Kitchener-Waterloo gives you a supportive space to work through whatever life has handed you.
Work stress, relationship strain, parenting pressures, big life changes, grief, burnout. It all adds up. When you’re in the middle of it, it can be hard to see clearly, let alone know where to start. Sometimes, just finding the right person to talk to feels like one more thing on the list.
At Colibri NeuroWellness in Waterloo, we make that part easy. We offer compassionate, neuro-affirming care for children, teens, and adults from all walks of life. Whether you’re dealing with generalized or social anxiety, low mood, depression, relationship challenges, sensory processing differences, ADHD, trauma, or simply the weight of too much for too long, we’re here for it. We adapt every session to you, use evidence-based approaches like CBT, EMDR, EFT, and ACT, and make sure you leave with something real you can use between sessions. Our occupational therapists work with you on the everyday skills and routines that matter most, while our speech-language pathologist supports communication, language, and social connection, all under one roof.
Through therapy in Kitchener-Waterloo, you can understand yourself more deeply, strengthen your relationships, and build resilience for the road ahead. Whatever you’re navigating, and whoever you are, we have the right support for you.
- Persistent anxiety, panic, or dread that won't settle
- Autism or ADHD affecting you or your child
- Low mood, loss of motivation, or feelings of hopelessness
- Intrusive thoughts, compulsions, or hypervigilance after trauma
- Communication breakdowns or recurring conflicts in relationships
- Trouble finding the right words, or difficulty being understood in conversation
- Challenges with reading, writing, or processing written information
- Sensory sensitivities that make everyday activities feel overwhelming
- A child or teen who's withdrawn, explosive, or struggling socially
- Difficulty with attention, executive functioning, or emotional regulation
- Grief, major life transitions, or identity questions
- Exhaustion from parenting, caregiving, or just keeping it all together
- Feeling socially disconnected and struggling to follow conversations, pick up on social cues, or navigate group settings
- Difficulty organizing daily tasks, managing your environment, or keeping up with routines
Therapy in Kitchener-Waterloo can help you make sense of what's happening and give you practical tools to move forward.
Therapy | Kitchener & Waterloo
Therapy Services We Offer At Our
Kitchener-Waterloo Location
Adult Therapy
For adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, or just a quiet sense that something is off, we use CBT and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you understand what’s happening and move forward with more clarity and confidence. (Adults & seniors)
Couples Therapy
Every relationship hits hard stretches. Whether you’re stuck in the same arguments or feeling more like roommates than partners, couples therapy helps you find your way back to each other. We also offer couples therapy specifically for neurodivergent partners. (Couples at any stage)
Child & Teen Therapy
Kids and teenagers don’t always have the words for what they’re feeling. Our therapists create a safe, welcoming space where young people can open up, work through hard things, and start to thrive. For children and teens, we also draw on the Social Thinking Curriculum to support social communication, perspective-taking, and building meaningful connections. (Ages 0–17)
Parenting & Caregiver Support
Parenting is one of the hardest things there is. Whether you’re feeling lost, overwhelmed, or just want to show up better for your child, we’re here to help without judgment. (Parents & caregivers)
Family Therapy
When things feel tense or disconnected at home, the whole family feels it. We work with everyone together to improve communication, ease conflict, and help each person feel heard. (All ages)
Anxiety Therapy
When worry feels constant, and your nervous system won’t settle, therapy can help. We use CBT, ACT, and DBT to help you understand your anxiety, loosen its grip, and feel like yourself again. (Children, teens, & adults)
Speech-Language Therapy (SLP)
Communication challenges can affect confidence, relationships, and daily life. Speech-language therapy helps children, teens, and adults strengthen speech, language, social communication, and related skills so they can connect more easily with others. (Children, teens, & adults)
Depression & Mood Therapy
When everything feels flat, heavy, or pointless, it can be hard to imagine feeling differently. Our therapists help you find your footing again, gently and at your own pace. (Children, teens, adults, & seniors)
Trauma Therapy & EMDR
Some experiences stay with us longer than they should. EMDR therapy and trauma-focused approaches help your mind and body process what happened, so it no longer runs the show. (Children, teens, & adults,)
OCD & Anxiety Disorders
Living with OCD is exhausting. Using Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), we help you gradually reclaim the parts of your life that OCD has been running. (Children, teens, & adults,)
ADHD, Executive Functioning, & OT
When focus, organization, and daily life feel like an uphill battle, the right support can make all the difference. Our OT team and Executive Functioning coaches work with children, teens, and adults to build practical, lasting skills for attention, organization, emotional regulation, and everyday independence. (Children, teens, & adults,)
Autism Therapy
Autism is a different way of experiencing the world, but when masking, sensory overwhelm, and burnout are taking their toll, it can wear you down in ways that are hard to explain to others. Our neurodiversity-affirming therapists help you build resilience, understand your identity, and find a way of living that fits your life. (Children, teens, adults & families)
Occupational Therapy (OT)
Daily routines can feel harder when focus, regulation, sensory needs, or motor skills are getting in the way. Occupational therapy helps children, teens, and adults build practical strategies for home, school, work, and everyday life. (Children, teens, adults & families)
Therapy | Kitchener & Waterloo
Approaches We Use At Our Kitchener-Waterloo Location
We use evidence-based approaches that are personalized to you. Depending on your needs, your Colibri NeuroWellness therapist may integrate:
1:1 Sessions
A calm, confidential space to share, set goals, and practice tools that fit your life.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Slowly shift unhelpful thoughts and habits so you feel more grounded and capable.
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Learn skills to manage big feelings, stay present, and set kind, clear boundaries.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
EMDR helps you gently process painful memories, reduce triggers, and help your nervous system settle.
Comprehensive Behavioural Intervention for Tics (CBIT)
Build competing responses and routines that reduce tic impact at school, work, and home.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Make room for tough thoughts and feelings while taking actions guided by your values.
Gottman Method
Build stronger relationships through practical tools that improve communication, deepen connection, and manage conflict with care.
Circle of Security Parenting (COSP)
Learn to understand your child’s emotional needs, respond with confidence, and build a secure, supportive parent-child bond.
Play-Based Therapy
Children express and process emotions through play, building communication, coping skills, and confidence in a natural way.
Social Thinking Curriculum
A practical, evidence-based framework that helps children and teens understand how social situations work, build perspective-taking skills, and feel more confident connecting with others.
Social Communication Therapy
Supports the nuanced skills that help you connect, such as reading social cues, navigating group conversations, and communicating with confidence.
Language & Literacy Intervention
Meet Our Team
Connect With a Therapist in Kitchener, Waterloo
Heather Wesselo
MN. NP. CNE.
Nurse Practitioner
Teodora Kostadinovska
MACP, RP(Q)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Amita Verma
M.Sc., R.SLP, S-LP (C)
Registered Speech-Language Pathologist
Tess Ingram
BSc, MSW
Therapist
Leanna Callum
MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist
Amy Battistone
MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker
Faelyne Templer
M.Psych., BCC, PCC
ADHD, Executive Functioning Coach
Di-Anne Martin
MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker
Michelle Helder
MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker
Christina Kahlou
MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker
Dr. Kathy Smolewska
Ph.D., C.Psych.
Clinical Director/
Clinical Psychologist &
Neuropsychologist
Dr. Krista Mitchnick
Ph.D., C. Psych.
Clinical Neuropsychologist
Andrew Beaver
MA, RP
Registered Psychotherapist
Angelina Vaccaro
MSW, RSW, Ph.D. (c)
Registered Social Worker
our therapists, psychologists, occupational therapists, and speech language pathologists work together under one roof to provide care that fits your whole life. We take the time to understand you and tailor every step of the process to your unique needs. You leave each session with clarity, tools, and a path forward that makes sense for you.
Therapy | Kitchener & Waterloo
Questions About Therapy in Kitchener-Waterloo
Is there parking available?
Yes, there is free onsite parking available when you visit us. One less thing to worry about before your appointment.
How do I get there by public transit?
From Conestoga Station at Conestoga Mall, take bus route 21 Arthur/Church and get off at the Farmer’s Market/King St. stop. From there, it’s about a 9-minute walk to 826 King St. North. We’re in Unit 17, right next to Sure Diagnostics and in front of LCM.
Is your office wheelchair accessible?
Yes, our Waterloo office is fully wheelchair accessible. If you have any specific accessibility needs or questions before your visit, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We want your experience to feel comfortable from the moment you arrive.
Do you offer in-person therapy or only virtual sessions?
We offer both. You’re welcome to visit us in person at 826 King Street North, Unit 17, Waterloo, Ontario, N2J 4G8, or connect with us virtually by phone or video from anywhere in Ontario. We’ll work with whatever feels most comfortable for you.
What cities and areas do you serve?
Our office is in Waterloo, but we welcome clients from all across the region including Kitchener, Cambridge, Guelph, Fergus, Drayton, Elmira, St. Jacobs, Breslau, Listowel, Wellesley, Conestogo, New Hamburg, St. Clements, Ayr, Stratford, Baden, Paris, Elora, Woodstock, Brantford, Milton, Mount Forest, Orangeville, Hamilton, London, and Mississauga. And through virtual therapy, we’re here for anyone across Ontario.
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Therapy | Kitchener & Waterloo
How Life Can Feel After Therapy in Kitchener-Waterloo
Taking that first step isn’t easy. But once you do, something starts to shift. Slowly, life begins to feel a little lighter, a little steadier, and a little more like yours again.
- Less anxiety and clearer thinking, with fewer days lost to worry
- A lifted mood, more restful sleep, and steadier energy
- Greater confidence in yourself and your decisions
- Deeper relationships built on honest communication and healthy boundaries
- Real tools for managing emotions and navigating life's hard moments
“You are allowed to be both a work in progress and a masterpiece at the same time.”
Colibri NeuroWellness
How To Get Started
You deserve to feel supported and understood, and connecting with us is simple. You can reach out in the way that works best for you.
Book a free 20-minute consultation online, send a message through the form, or contact us by phone or email.
226-212-4842
info@colibrineurowellness.com
826 King Street North, Unit 17, Waterloo, Ontario, N2J 4G8
We provide in-person therapy in Waterloo and surrounding communities, including Kitchener, Cambridge, Elmira, and St. Jacobs. For those across Ontario, we also offer secure virtual therapy so you can access support from the comfort of your home.