Jacqueline Peters Psychotherapist Kitchener Waterloo Feelings Wheel Therapy Trauma Anxiety Depression Emotions Therapist

Jacqueline Peters, MACP

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Before I sat in the therapist chair, I was the client on the couch.  I became a therapist because I believe in the process of therapy and that, with the right support, positive change is possible for anyone. I have a deep respect for my clients and the courage it takes to entrust me with the stories of their past and their hope.

My approach to therapy is rooted in the values of authenticity, collaboration, and compassion. Clients are supported within a trauma-informed framework, allowing me to understand you through curiosity rather than judgement. Therapy success is rooted within the relationship that we create; as such we work as a team to set and adjust your therapy goals, collaborate on determining the therapeutic styles used and the pacing of the sessions and therapy work. Checking-in with you for feedback about our process throughout the therapy is always a priority.

When I’m not in my therapist role, I spend my time trying to practice what I preach through creating as much joy as a I can for my life. A great weekend includes a balance of quality time with family and friends, and intentional rest – baking, yoga, reading, and of course the occasional Netflix binge. My favourite self-regulation tool is music; I love almost all genres and decades of music. I’m big on humour and authenticity is my most important value.

Jacqueline

HEY, I’M

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

CREDENTIALS

Four years of clinical experience.

License - Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, 2021

Professional Membership
Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, 2022

Education

UNIVERSITY

Masters of Arts - Counselling Psychology
Yorkville University, 2022

Honours Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Wilfrid Laurier University, 2014

CONTINUING
EDUCATION

Counselling Women in Menopause
Wilfrid Laurier University, June 2025

Gottman Couples Therapy - Level 1
The Gottman Institute, May 2025

Trauma Certificate Program - 84 hours
Wilfrid Laurier University, 2024

Counselling Adult Survivors of Sexual Violence
Association of Alberta Sexual Assault Services, December 2022

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
CAMH, April 2022

Practice

FRAMEWORK

  • Trauma-informed

  • Nervous System-based

  • Attachment-based

  • Person-centered

  • Culturally aware

  • Neurodivergent aware

MODALITIES

  • Narrative Therapy

  • Emotion-Focused Therapy

  • Somatic Therapy

  • Solution-Focused Therapy

  • Compassion-Focused Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

  • Structural Dissociation Model (Parts Work)

  • Trauma-Centered Psychotherapy Techniques (Trauma Processing)

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