Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Psychologist in Kitchener
With over 30 years of dedicated practice in the Kitchener-Waterloo area, I have established myself as a trusted psychologist committed to supporting individuals through life's complex challenges. My practice focuses on providing short-term, individualized counseling and psychotherapy for older adolescents, adults, and the elderly, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, health-related stress, and relationship difficulties. Drawing from evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques, I prioritize a strength-based philosophy to help clients build resilience and achieve balance. My extensive experience spans rehabilitation, psychiatry, palliative care, and school psychology, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of mental health across diverse contexts.I also specialize in psycho-educational assessments for children over six years old, identifying learning and attentional challenges to support academic and personal growth. While maintaining a part-time private practice since 1993, I remain committed to ongoing professional development to deliver the most effective, up-to-date care. My office provides a welcoming environment for in-person sessions, with flexible options for telephone and online therapy to accommodate client needs. As a registered psychologist with the College of Psychologists of Ontario, I adhere to the highest standards of ethical practice and client-centered care.
Services
Individual Counseling
Psychotherapy
Psycho-Educational Assessments
Stress Management
Coping Skills Development
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in clinical and school psychology.
- Our practice combines cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapies.
- We provide comprehensive psycho-educational assessments for children and teens.
- Our flexible approach includes in-person, phone, and online therapy options.
- We prioritize ethical, client-centered care with a strength-based philosophy.
Associations and certifications
- College of Psychologists of Ontario
Services
Individual Counseling
Tailored short-term counseling for older adolescents, adults, and seniors addressing emotional, relational, and life stress challenges. Utilizes evidence-based techniques to improve coping skills and resilience. Focuses on personalized goal-setting to enhance mental well-being and daily functioning.
Psychotherapy
Specialized treatment for anxiety, depression, health-related stress, and self-esteem issues using cognitive behavioral and mindfulness approaches. Designed to modify unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors while fostering emotional balance and adaptive coping strategies for lasting improvement.
Psycho-Educational Assessments
Comprehensive evaluations for children over six to identify learning disabilities, attentional difficulties, and processing challenges. Includes diagnostic analysis and practical recommendations to support academic accommodations and personal development through tailored intervention strategies.
Stress Management
Targeted interventions for work/personal stress and life balance challenges. Combines mindfulness techniques with solution-focused strategies to reduce stress impact, enhance resilience, and develop sustainable coping mechanisms for improved daily functioning.
Coping Skills Development
Structured skill-building program addressing self-confidence, assertiveness, and emotional regulation. Focuses on practical tools for managing grief, health issues, and interpersonal challenges through strength-based approaches that promote long-term psychological well-being.
People
Dr Anne McHugh
Registered Psychologist
Dr Anne McHugh is a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of experience in clinical, school, and rehabilitation settings. She specializes in individual therapy and psycho-educational assessments, employing evidence-based approaches to support clients across the lifespan.
Questions
What services does Dr. McHugh offer?
Dr. McHugh provides individual counseling, psychotherapy, and psycho-educational assessments for children, adolescents, and adults focusing on emotional, behavioral, and learning challenges.
Are psychological services covered by insurance?
Many extended health plans cover psychologist services. Clients should verify coverage with their insurer, as OHIP does not provide direct coverage for these services.
How are therapy sessions conducted?
Sessions are available in-person at our Kitchener office, by telephone, or through secure online video platforms to accommodate client preferences and accessibility needs.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept payments via cheque, cash, credit card, or e-transfer at the end of each session, with receipts provided for insurance reimbursement purposes.
Is the office wheelchair accessible?
Unfortunately, our second-floor office location above Ortho-Care Orthotics is not wheelchair accessible due to the historic building's layout and staircase configuration.