Welcome! If you’re new here, please email dwagler@pivotalmoments-mhs.ca to set up a free 15-minute inquiry call prior to booking an appointment.

Existing or former clients are welcome to use this booking site to manage their appointments up to two months in advance. Please contact me if you can’t find an appointment time and we’ll explore options. To avoid creating duplicate profiles, please memorize your login name and password or save in a secure place. Rather than making new login details, please enter your email and use the “forgot password” feature or ask for help to regain access to your file.

Arrival instructions. Due to ongoing construction on Frederick Street, please allow extra arrival time. Frederick Street is currently closed between Ann Street and Edna Street. If you arrive via highway 7/8 at Bruce Street, please turn left on Bruce, left on Victoria, left on Edna or Chestnut, and right on Frederick to reach the office. Please park on a nearby side street (Chestnut St or Pequegnat Ave) where there is free 2-hour parking. For appointments at 5 pm or later, you may park behind the office. The sign on the front door says “Willow and Oak.” Please remove wet shoes and help yourself to the provided slippers or bring your own. Have a seat in the lobby or the main floor waiting area (past the stairs), where I will meet you.

Moving Soon: As of March 1, in-person sessions will take place on the second floor of 50 Kent Ave, Kitchener. More details to come. It’s close to public transit, there is free parking on site, and the building is fully accessible with an elevator to reach our office.

Psychotherapy

Debbie is a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) who meets with adults, youth, and children who are dealing with the aftermath of trauma and/or pain in their relationships. She helps people explore their true intentions, emotions, and needs that are being expressed through confusing behaviours, hurtful communication, and general distress.

Therapy is an opportunity to deepen your understanding of yourself, learn new ways to cope with challenging circumstances, build language to express yourself more clearly, and improve your relationships. It takes a lot of courage to reach out. Debbie has a patient and nurturing approach, and collaborates with you to set the pace and customized plan of therapy based on your personal or family needs.

Education and Certification

Registered Psychotherapist (RP), College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario

Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association

Master of Theology: Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy (MA), Wilfrid Laurier University

Bachelor of Education (BEd), Western University

Specialized Trainings

Emotionally Focused Therapy

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)

Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT)

Sandtray Therapy

New clients: Let’s start with a complimentary 15-minute inquiry call to explore your needs.

Note: While Debbie does not offer couple’s therapy, she does support couples with parenting concerns.

You can read more about Debbie’s approach to therapy at https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1344316

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Located at: 276 Frederick St, Kitchener
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