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Hi, I'm Ben Southern,
Registered Psychotherapist
"You don't have to control your thoughts. You just have to stop letting them control you." - Dan Millman
Welcome to Maple Grove Counselling! I’m Ben, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) located in Kitchener/Waterloo, Ontario. I’m delighted that you’ve found your way here, and I’d like to take a moment to introduce myself and share my approach to psychotherapy.
I know what it is like to feel directionless, or even worse unneeded or unwanted. These are some of the hardest feelings to go through, it can feel like there's no way out. I am here to help, with what it is you want and need. If you need open ended support, that works for me; if you need EMDR or another structured approach to help accomplish some well-defined goals, then that sounds great too. I want to help you, and for us to [as a team] get you to the place you want to be, how we do that is something we will figure out together.
Expertise in Anxiety and Relationship/Couple's Counselling
Anxiety and relationship difficulties can often feel overwhelming, isolating, and exhausting. Inspired by the belief that "Nobody was born into this world to be alone," my passion is to help people navigate their unique journeys toward self-discovery, growth, and meaningful connections.
With a strong foundation in evidence-based therapeutic approaches, I tailor my interventions to meet your specific needs and goals. The therapeutic relationship is at the core of my practice, and I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can express yourself freely, be heard, and gain valuable insights. Whether you're searching for anxiety therapy, relationship counseling, or support for other mental health issues, I'm here to help.
Different modalities for those who care: EMDR, CBT, ACT, DBT, PE, Trauma Informed, Emotion and Solution Focused
The Non-Professional Stuff
On a more personal note, I’m just another person in this world, trying to navigate the complexities of life. I have a passion for fitness and gaming. I have made a hobby of fermenting my own foods which is fun, and I deeply appreciate nature and just visually stunning scenery. Staying active is important to me—I enjoy intramural sports and have been playing dodgeball for over two years now. Recently I have been playing a lot of Monster Hunter Wilds
My journey to becoming a psychotherapist began with a Bachelor's of Mathematics at The University of Waterloo, initially pursuing software development. However, I realized that my true calling was in psychology, and I have since dedicated myself to this fulfilling profession. I love people and find great joy in being helpful, which naturally led me to the field of psychotherapy.
Look, at the end of the day, I'm just some guy that likes helping people and finds all this stuff interesting and thus, learns a lot about it. If you want help with XYZ in the domain of healing or personal growth, I'm your guy.
Locations
Psychotherapist
In-person Mon-Thurs
Online Only Thurs Evenings - Friday
Registered Psychotherapist (RP)
Registrant #: 12581
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