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Your Trusted Mental Health Therapy Partner in Waterloo
At Cardinal Counselling, we believe in the transformative power of change to enhance personal well-being and relationship satisfaction. Our team of registered social workers provides a safe, compassionate environment for individuals, couples, and families to explore their needs and develop healthier communication strategies. With specialized expertise in trauma, EMDR therapy, and evidence-based approaches, we empower clients to resolve past issues and build a balanced, fulfilling future.Our counselors bring decades of combined experience in diverse clinical settings, including work with first responders, trauma survivors, and families navigating complex challenges. We prioritize accessibility through flexible appointment options, including virtual sessions, and maintain strict adherence to professional standards through ongoing education and certifications in advanced therapeutic techniques.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Mediation
Trauma Counseling
Highlights and features
- Our team includes certified EMDR therapists with specialized trauma treatment training
- We offer flexible appointment options including virtual sessions and evening hours
- Counselors maintain advanced certifications in evidence-based modalities like CBT
- Culturally competent care available in multiple languages including Farsi and Turkish
- Proven experience working with first responders and survivors of complex trauma
Associations and certifications
- Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
- Ontario Association of Social Workers
Services
Individual Therapy
One-on-one sessions addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. Our therapists use evidence-based approaches to help clients develop coping strategies and improve emotional well-being through personalized treatment plans.
Couples Therapy
Specialized support for relationship challenges including communication breakdowns, infidelity, and parenting conflicts. We help partners rebuild connection and develop healthier interaction patterns through structured therapeutic interventions.
EMDR Therapy
Certified EMDR treatment for trauma and PTSD symptoms. This specialized therapy uses bilateral stimulation to help clients reprocess distressing memories and reduce their emotional impact through established eight-phase protocols.
Mediation Services
Neutral third-party facilitation for dispute resolution. Our mediator helps parties reach mutually beneficial agreements through structured communication while maintaining control over decision-making outcomes.
Trauma Counseling
Specialized support for trauma survivors including first responders and abuse victims. We employ trauma-informed approaches to address complex PTSD symptoms and help clients develop grounding techniques for emotional regulation.
People
Joy Lang
Certified EMDR Therapist
Registered social worker with 25+ years experience in trauma counseling and EMDR certification since 2013. Specializes in working with first responders and trauma survivors.
Betty Finnie
Clinical Social Worker
Offers trauma-informed care with additional training in mindfulness and emotionally focused therapy. Provides compassionate support for individuals experiencing anxiety and relationship challenges.
Maryam Naji
Multilingual Therapist
Culturally competent counselor offering services in English, Farsi, Dari, and Turkish. Specializes in lifespan development and family systems therapy with diverse client populations.
Katrina Howie
Addictions Specialist
Certified in addiction counseling with expertise in trauma-informed care. Focuses on strength-based approaches to help clients overcome substance use and emotional challenges.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide individual therapy, couples counseling, EMDR for trauma processing, and mediation services with registered social workers.
Do you accept insurance?
Our services qualify for extended health benefits covering registered social workers and can be claimed as medical expenses on tax returns.
Are evening appointments available?
Yes, we offer flexible scheduling with evening sessions available for most counselors through in-person or virtual formats.
How do I book an appointment?
Call (519) 746-9062 directly or use our website contact form to request an appointment with our counseling team.
What is EMDR therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy for trauma processing that helps reframe distressing memories through bilateral stimulation techniques.
