Therapy for Individuals, Couples, Families

Bonnie provides In-Person therapy to teens and adults experiencing a range of mental health, physical and developmental needs. Individual, Family and Group Therapy is offered. 

Areas of specialization include (but not limited to):

• Anxiety
• Compassion Fatigue
• Chronic Illness or Injuries
• Depression
• Disabilities
• Educational stress
• Grief and Loss
• Life transitions (i.e. school, workplace, relationship status, retirement)
• Mental Health in Agriculture workers
• Neurodiversity
• Occupational stress (including Education workers, First Responders, Firefighters, Police, Paramedics, Mental Health Professionals, Healthcare Workers)
• Ongoing mental health management
• Perimenopause and Menopause
• Relationships 
• Self esteem and confidence building
• Stress (workplace, relationship, health, life)
• Trauma 

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Therapeutic approaches:
Bonnie offers a variety of treatment approaches including:

• Brief Solution Focused Therapy
• Cognitive Behavior Therapy
• Equine Assisted Psychotherapy
• Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy
• Narrative Therapy
• Trauma-Informed Therapy
•  Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

Bonnie's primary focus is to empower individuals to become aware of their inner strengths by providing a neutral safe space, listening to the primary concerns, and customizing a treatment plan.  

Bonnie Taylor, MSW, RSW is a Registered Social Worker & Psychotherapist with the Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers. Bonnie is also a Certified Equine Assisted Learning & Psychotherapy Provider.  Bonnie is a graduate of the Master of Social Work program at Wilfrid Laurier University.  

"Bonnie is known for her compassion, understanding and non-judgmental approach. " 

For the past 25 years Bonnie has worked within the social services and education sector, providing mental health support to individuals, families and groups in the urban and rural areas of Ontario.

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Whether you're facing personal struggles, relationship challenges, or seeking personal growth Bonnie Taylor can help you unlock your potential and navigate life's journey with resilience and purpose!

Anxiety, depression, stress, grief/loss, burnout or anger are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at some point in our lives.  During the therapy sessions you will be treated with respect and go at the pace you are most comfortable with.  In therapy you can learn to develop a new perspective on your situation and create individualized coping strategies to help you to meet your personal goals and feel more in control of your own thoughts, feelings and emotions.    

 
Bonnie works with clients of diverse race, ethnicity, abilities, sexual orientation, gender and faith.    

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In-Person Sessions offered at

234 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON
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As you navigate through the challenges and changes within your life, Bonnie can work with you to develop strategies to manage any uncomfortable or difficult feelings that you may be experiencing. There are many stressful and unpredictable situations that come up in life, which can have a noticeable impact on both physical and mental health.
Bonnie will be glad to meet with you for an In-Person appointment to address these concerns.  

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Fees:

All Therapy session payments are due at the time of service through E-transfer payments or cash. 

A receipt will be provided after the session ends.  Direct billing to your Insurance provider is not currently available.

In Person Session Rates:

Individual: (1 person): $140/hr 

Couple: $170/hr 

Family: $185/hr

Equine Assisted Psychotherapy 

Individual sessions (16 yrs +): $165/hr

Couples or Family (16 yrs +) $185 to $195/hr

Longer appointments are available, please discuss with Bonnie

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Group Therapy: Throughout the year small groups will be offered to address anxiety, communication,  changes in families (due to family member's health, an injury, separation, loss), self-esteem and confidence building, transition planning.  Check the website for more information as they are scheduled. 

Bonnie offers support and goal planning strategies as employees or students who have been on a medical or compassion leave, or are returning to the workforce after layoff, can learn to manage their return to work or school.  This return may create some feelings of anxiety, stress, mixed emotions, and fear of relapse.  Bonnie can work through this with you to help you to feel more prepared and confident.  Discussions to explore what is needed to physically and emotionally prepare for these changes can enhance a successful transition.  

 Bonnie has been described as having an ability to make people feel comfortable in stressful situations due to her warm, genuine nature.   
 

You may have access to counselling coverage through the student benefit plan with a Registered Social Worker.  

If you are OSAP (Ontario Student Assistance Program) eligible and registered as a student with a permanent disability (mental health is included as a disability), check with your Post Secondary Accessibility office for information on applying for a Bursary for Students with Disabilities (BSWD) funding.  OSAP for under-represented learners

Contact Bonnie for a service quote to add to your application every school term.  

 "I take a compassionate and sensitive approach when providing therapy and support throughout your academic studies."     

Bonnie is a Certified Equine Assisted Learning Facilitator through Dreamwinds and Cartier. Bonnie has also completed training through Wilfrid Laurier University Faculty of Social Work to offer Trauma Therapy treatment. 

Equine-assisted psychotherapy (EAP) joins humans and horses for on-the-ground activities (which does not include horse riding) during the therapeutic process.  By noticing the movements and actions of the horse, you can also notice your own approach to your interactions with others, communication style, boundary setting, leadership style, patience, compassion. 

EAP helps to develop self awareness, mindfulness skills, awareness of your life patterns and choices that are no longer serving you well.

Some areas of treatment focus for Equine-Assisted Therapy include: Anxiety, Grief, Loss, Stress, Burnout, Trauma, Relationships, Self Confidence, Emotion Management, Mind and Body connections, Life Transitions, Physical health challenges and life changes.  

Prior to scheduling any sessions, reach out to Bonnie to schedule an initial Phone Consultation to determine if Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy would be a good fit for you.  

* Service update: Bonnie is not currently offering Equine Assisted Psychotherapy at this time but will post an update when this support is available.

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Equine Assisted Learning-  Try a new, fun and interactive way to approach situations with your partner, family, friends, colleagues, teams, faith groups and also fellow students.  The horse will join you as you maneuver through the on the ground activities and obstacles!

Outcome goals include-Understanding and developing leadership skills and styles, communication, empathy, understanding, teamwork, patience.

Please contact Bonnie for more information or to create an individualized program to fit your needs.  Bonnie will be offering these sessions again in the Spring of 2025.