Sarah Allen: Psychotherapy Sessions in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Sarah Allen
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Welcome! My name is Sarah, and I hold a Master of Arts Degree in Theology: Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy, from Wilfrid Laurier University (2025). I also completed an Honours Bachelor of Arts Degree, with a Major in Cognitive Science, Minor in Psychology, and Minor in Buddhist Psychology and Mental Health from the University of Toronto (2019). My background includes supporting children, teens, and adults in various community settings for many years, and working with clients in clinical therapeutic settings since June 2024.
I offer sessions in-person in Waterloo, Ontario and virtual sessions for Ontario, Canada!
Appointment Booking
I offer initial 15-minute phone/video consults or you can book your first 50-minute appointment with me below:
On my Booking site (Jane App) or through my 'Psychology Today' profile!
Who I work with
I offer sessions for tweens, teens, and adults! I am a 2SLGBTQIA+ and Neurodivergent affirming therapist, passionate about supporting you or your loved through whatever challenges you are currently facing, or have dealt with in the past.
Areas of Practice & Support
Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, BPD, Suicidal Ideation, Self-harm, Body image / Eating disorders, Grief/Loss, Relationship challenges, Substance abuse / Addiction
Therapy Approaches
DBT, Psychodynamic, Attachment-based, Emotionally-focused, Narrative, Person-centered, Mindfulness, Existential, and Spiritual Exploration
How I can support you or your loved one
My approach is flexible, dependent on your unique needs and goals for therapy and current life circumstances, which can change at times as well. I help clients learn to feel and express emotions, while focusing on the interconnection of mind, body, spirit, and your unique life experiences. I can support you in developing the tools, skills, and coping mechanisms that are most effective for you!
More about my approach
The tides of life will always shift, but we can learn how to ride the waves, with the right support. My approach to therapy is compassionate, empathetic, and relational. I help clients develop enhanced awareness and understanding of their emotions, in connection to thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and life circumstances. I assists clients in identifying patterns, working together toward solutions collaboratively, while holding space for heavy emotions and life challenges.I often help clients who identify with symptoms and struggles related to BPD, Trauma and PTSD/CPTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, ADHD, Grief/Loss, Substance abuse, Addiction, Relationships, School, and Work stressors, etc.I integrates approaches including DBT, Psychodynamic, Person-centered, mindfulness, Attachment-based, Emotionally focused, Narrative, Existential, and Spiritual exploration. This is dependent on each clients unique needs, experiences, and goals for therapy.Therapy takes immense courage, especially when you’re dealing with a mind that feels constantly overwhelming. If you are managing symptoms of BPD, the exhaustion of CPTSD, ADHD burnout, or battles with food and body image, you are welcome here exactly as you are. I don’t sit across from you as a rigid, detached expert. Having walked my own healing journey, I bring my true self to our sessions so you feel safe to bring yours. We will look closely at the relationship patterns that leave you feeling stuck and the dark moments that feel too heavy to share. You don’t have to do this alone anymore. Let’s collaborate to unlock your natural resilience and build a life that feels authentic to you.
Session Fees
Initial 15-minute phone/video consult: Free
50-minute Individual session: $155
80-minute Individual session: $235
50 minute couple/family session: $175
80-minute couple/family session: $265
Sliding Scale: I have some sliding scale spots for clients in financial need, please let me know if this is something you may need.
Insurance: Receipts will be provided upon payment of session, which you are able to submit to your insurance.
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
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