Lydia Kellar
About Therapist
Hello, my name is Lydia Kellar. I am a qualified therapist with a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, specializing in trauma, stress, and developmental challenges for children starting at age 7, adolescents, and families. With extensive experience providing individualized and family counseling, I tailor my approach to meet each client's needs.
My holistic method combines academic knowledge and practical insights, ensuring culturally competent support. I have a strong understanding of attachment theory and parental mental health, which are crucial for effective therapy. I am dedicated to fostering emotional well-being and helping clients navigate their challenges with compassion and empathy.
Client Focus
Session Format: Online Individual and Family Counseling
Specialties: Mental Health in Children and Adolescents, Stress, Anxiety, Developmental Challenges, Parental Mental Health
Age Specialty: Children (ages 7 and up), Parents, Adolescents, Adults, and Families
Communities: First Nations, Inuit, and Metis
Trauma: Helping clients process and heal from traumatic experiences.
Stress: Providing strategies to manage stress effectively.
Mental Health in Children and Adolescents: Focusing on emotional regulation and mental well-being in young clients starting from age 7.
Developmental Challenges: Supporting clients through various developmental issues.
Family Dynamics: Assisting families with communication and relationship difficulties.
Parental Mental Health: Recognizing the impact of parents' mental health on children's emotional development.
Attachment Theory: Understanding how attachment styles affect relationships and emotional health.
Behavioral Issues: Addressing challenging behaviors, including those related to developmental disorders and neurodivergence, such as autism spectrum disorder and ADHD.
Specialties and Expertise
Fees
Pay by Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, as well as Visa Debit & Debit Mastercard
Discovery Call
15 Minutes / Free
Individual Therapy (Parents, Adults)
60 Minutes / $110 CAD
Family Therapy
60 Minutes / $110 CAD
Individual Therapy (Children, Teens, Adolescents)
60 Minutes / $110 CAD
Treatment Approach
I employ a holistic and integrative treatment approach that combines various therapeutic methods tailored to each client’s unique needs. My expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) allows me to help clients identify and reframe negative thought patterns. I also utilize Trauma-Informed Therapy to create a safe environment for clients to process past traumas while promoting resilience and coping strategies.
Incorporating Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), I assist clients in understanding and managing their emotions, fostering deeper connections in their relationships. My knowledge of Attachment Theory informs my work with families and individuals, helping to strengthen emotional bonds and improve social-emotional development.
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A widely used therapy that focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors, helping clients develop healthier thinking and coping strategies.
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Trauma-Informed Therapy is an approach that recognizes the widespread impact of trauma and emphasizes safety, trustworthiness, and empowerment in the therapeutic relationship. It aims to provide clients with a supportive environment to process their experiences and develop coping strategies.
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Emotion-Focused Therapy is centered on identifying and processing emotions as a means to facilitate healing and personal growth. It encourages clients to explore their emotional experiences, helping them develop a deeper understanding of their feelings and improve their relationships.
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Explores the dynamics of long-term relationships and how early bonds between caregivers and children shape emotional development and behavior. It emphasizes the importance of secure attachments for healthy relationships, influencing individuals' emotional responses and interpersonal connections throughout their lives.
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Internal Family Systems is a therapeutic model that views the mind as composed of different "parts," each with its own perspectives and roles. IFS helps clients understand and integrate these parts to achieve emotional healing, self-compassion, and internal harmony.
Qualifications
Preparatory Health Sciences-Certificate, Sir Sanford Fleming College
Peterborough, ON
Early Childhood Education- Diploma, Sir Sanford Fleming College
Peterborough, ON
Honours Bachelor of Child Development- Degree, Seneca College
King City, ON
Master of Arts Counselling Psychology
Yorkville University
Verified by AAT
Lydia Kellar is a vetted therapist who has successfully passed the interview process, and her certifications and registrations have been thoroughly verified by Anytime Anywhere Therapy (AAT).
Outside The Therapy Session
These activities not only bring me fulfillment but also inform my work as a therapist, allowing me to bring fresh perspectives and renewed energy to my practice.
I have a special interest in eco-therapeutic techniques which highlight the benefits of the natural environment on mental health. I specifically advocate for the importance of the outdoors and the natural environment when it comes to child and family mental health.
I consider myself an ally and advocate for Indigenous communities and I am informed about supporting people from First Nations, Inuit, and Metis communities. I am specifically informed on the connection of colonization, inter-generational trauma, and developmental trauma regarding children and families of Indigenous heritage.
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