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Professional Counselling Services in Waterloo, ON
At Cardinal Counselling, we believe in the transformative power of change to enhance personal well-being and strengthen relationships. Our mission is to create a safe, compassionate space where individuals, couples, and families can explore their needs, resolve past challenges, and build healthier futures. Our team of registered social workers brings decades of combined experience in addressing issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship dynamics. We specialize in evidence-based therapies like EMDR and couples counselling, tailored to meet diverse client needs.With flexible daytime and evening appointments, we prioritize accessibility and personalized care. Our counsellors hold advanced degrees and maintain rigorous professional standards, ensuring high-quality support that aligns with ethical and clinical best practices. We collaborate with clients to develop practical coping strategies, foster resilience, and promote lasting emotional growth.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
EMDR
Mediation
Trauma Counselling
Anxiety & Depression Support
Parenting Guidance
Career Counselling
Grief & Loss Therapy
Stress Management
Highlights and features
- Our team includes certified EMDR therapists with advanced trauma expertise
- Registered social workers with decades of combined clinical experience
- Flexible daytime and evening appointment availability
- Specialized support for first responders and culturally diverse clients
- Evidence-based approaches tailored to individual client needs
Associations and certifications
- Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions provide a confidential space for adults, teens, and children to address personal challenges like depression, anxiety, and trauma. Using empathetic, non-judgmental approaches, we help clients develop coping strategies and improve self-esteem. Sessions typically last one hour with flexible daytime or evening scheduling.
Couples Therapy
Designed to improve communication and resolve conflicts in relationships, our couples therapy addresses issues like infidelity, parenting disagreements, and financial stress. We help partners reconnect and develop healthier interaction patterns. Sessions are usually one hour, available during the day or evening.
EMDR
EMDR therapy helps process traumatic memories through bilateral brain stimulation techniques. This evidence-based approach effectively treats PTSD and other trauma-related conditions by reprocessing distressing experiences. Sessions may last 60-90 minutes depending on client needs.
Mediation
Our neutral mediation services help individuals reach mutually beneficial agreements in disputes. Facilitated by experienced social workers, this process empowers participants to create solutions while maintaining control over outcomes. Mediation focuses on fair communication and practical problem-solving.
Career Counselling
Maryam Naji provides specialized career counselling services addressing workplace stress, career transitions, and professional development. Using personalized strategies, we help clients identify strengths, overcome obstacles, and achieve career satisfaction through evidence-based guidance and support.
People
Joy Lang
Certified EMDR Therapist
With over 25 years of experience, Joy specializes in trauma therapy and first responder support. She holds a Master of Social Work degree from Flinders University and is certified in EMDR and Critical Incident Stress Management.
Betty Finnie
Clinical Social Worker
Betty brings expertise in mental health and diabetes care, with specialized training in mindfulness and emotionally focused couple counselling. She graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University with her MSW in 2010.
Maryam Naji
Career Counsellor
Maryam offers culturally competent career development services, combining her social work expertise with career counselling certification. She graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University with her MSW in 2015.
Katrina Howie
Family Therapist
Katrina specializes in family dynamics and trauma-informed care, with experience supporting children, youth, and caregivers. She earned her MSW from Wilfrid Laurier University in 2011.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, and family therapy, including specialized EMDR for trauma treatment and mediation services for conflict resolution.
Are your services covered by insurance?
Our services are covered by most extended health benefits plans that include Registered Social Workers with Master of Social Work degrees.
What are your cancellation policies?
We require 24-hour notice for cancellations. Late cancellations incur a half-session fee, with full fees for repeated incidents.
Do you offer virtual appointments?
Yes, we provide video counselling sessions for clients who prefer remote access to our mental health services.
How much does counselling cost?
Our standard rate is $150 per hour for individual counselling sessions, with payment options including major credit cards.
What mental health specialties do you handle?
We specialize in trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting challenges, and stress management using evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
