Empowering Your Journey to Wellness
move towards your most authentic self
Hi! I'm Kelly! (she/her)
I see therapy as a space to pause, be truly heard, and begin to make sense of the experiences that have shaped who you are. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about your next steps, my goal is to help you reconnect with yourself and with what feels most meaningful in your life.
Since 2022, I've primarily worked with young adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, identity exploration, and the lasting effects of trauma. I’m especially interested in how our emotions live in the body, and how tuning into those experiences can foster healing, regulation, and deeper self-understanding.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that you are the expert on your own life. I strive to create a space that feels safe, nonjudgmental, and responsive to your needs, somewhere you can explore at your own pace and in your own way.
I take an integrative, trauma-informed, and holistic approach, drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), solution focused, and mindfulness-based practices.
Outside of the therapy space, you can find me on a walk with my french bulldogs, trying out a new recipe in the kitchen, spending time with family/friends, or doing yoga!
Kelly Schaus, MA, Registered Psychotherapist
I may be the therapist for you if:
Navigate your mental health with resilience and confidence
You're experiencing anxiety, people pleasing, self-esteem concerns, and/or perfectionism
You want to improve your work-life balance and develop healthy boundaries
You want to connect the dots on how your history influences your current thoughts, behaviours, and feelings
You want to grow your tool box with evidence-based coping skills to use in between therapy sessions
You want to explore what's working and what's not, building routines that work for you
You're open to a holistic, conversational, and relational approach to therapy where we consider the mind, body, and environment
How it works
We’ll start with a 15-minute complimentary consultation! This is a chance for you to share a bit about yourself, your goals for therapy, and what you’re hoping to get out of the process. It’s also an opportunity for me to explain my approach, background, and how I structure sessions. While you’re the expert in your own life, this consult helps us make sure we’re a good fit and that you feel comfortable with my style, vision, and expertise.
If, after our consultation, you’d like to move forward, we’ll schedule an initial intake session. There’s no pressure to decide right away, take whatever time you need! If at any point I feel that another therapist might be a better fit for your needs, I’ll share that openly and provide referral options to support you in finding the right match.
My Background
Credentials:
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Bachelor of Arts degree from Wilfrid Laurier University, Psychology
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Master of Arts degree from Wilfrid Laurier University, Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy
Certifications:
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LivingWorks safeTALK
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LivingWorks ASIST Training
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Attachment, Trauma, and Psychotherapy Training
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Eating Disorder Sensitive: Education for Social Workers and Psychotherapists
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Interpersonal Communication Certificate - University of Waterloo
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ACT for Beginners
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Gottman Level 1 (in progress)
Session fees & Policies
15-minute consultation - complimentary
50-minute individual counselling - $165
30-minute individual counselling, check-in session - $82.50
Therapy services are HST exempt
Payment can be made via e-transfer sent to hello@kellyschaustherapy.ca prior to your session, or credit card through Jane.
I require 24 hours to cancel or reschedule an appointment. Appointments can be modified in your Jane app profile. Online booking is available to existing clients for easy access to adjust appointments.
A late cancellation/no-show fee may apply if less than 24 hours notice is provided.
Ready to embark on your journey to wellness? Reach out to me today to start your therapy journey. Fill out the form below or email me at hello@kellyschaustherapy.ca