In-Person Counselling Services in Guelph, Ontario

Come as you are. Share your story.
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Sometimes we need space to talk, feel heard, and make sense of what’s been happening inside, or all around us. Often this feels best when held within the same space and shared face to face.

At Niilo Wellness, our in-person counselling sessions in Guelph offer exactly that: a calm, confidential space to explore your thoughts, emotions, relational dynamics, and patterns at your own pace.

We welcome all people from all ages and stages. In-person counselling for children, teens, students, adults, couples, families, and professionals can be truly impactful. Whether you’re feeling anxious, working through loss, struggling in a relationship, or simply feeling disconnected, therapy can help you reconnect with yourself and those around you.

What Makes Counselling at Niilo Wellness Different

The name Niilo {niilo: ˈniːlo / NEE-low} means victory of the people, and when combined with wellness, it is our vision; to support victory in the wellness of people. We hope for every person who takes a seat in on our chairs to find greater well-being in their own way.

Niilo Wellness is a collaborative community of mental health professionals committed to helping clients achieve optimal health as individuals, couples, & families!

What really sets us apart is our diverse team of practitioners and how we empower each other. Niilo Wellness is founded on the principle that a practitioner who is highly supported, is one who can provide the highest quality care!

Our team brings together Guelph Therapists with a wide range of trainings, specialties, and experiences, so that clients can find a therapist who truly feels like the right fit.

We also aim to keep therapy accessible.

Our Interns offer Reduced Rates and sliding scale options are available, yet limited, which can allow you to find support, without ever needing to prove financial need. Needing support should never have to be demonstrated beyond your willingness to begin.

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What Therapy is Like

Most in-person sessions run for a therapeutic hour of 50 minutes. This allows an entire hour of time dedicated to your counselling and space for the therapist to tend to notes and other needs within your care.

Some clients come weekly, others biweekly or monthly; some prefer shorter stretches, while others build therapy into the rhythm of their lives.

Your therapist will check in regularly about how things are going and adjust as needed. It’s a collaborative process, shaped around your comfort and your goals.

If you’d like to meet a therapist before committing, we offer a free 15-minute intro session. It’s a relaxed way to see how you feel with them and make sure it’s a good fit.

To learn more about what to expect in your first therapy session, read our blog article ↓

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Who We Support

We work with all people of all ages and life stages, including:

Children and teens who need a safe space to express big feelings
Students & Young Adults through academic stress, anxiety, & launching into early adulthood.
Adults navigating trauma, depression, or burnout
Couples working through communication or trust challenges
Friends & Relationships wanting to realign or mend hurt
Neurodivergent clients exploring identity, routines, or relationships
Families healing from change, loss, or conflict

Whatever brings you here, we’ll meet you with compassion, curiosity, and respect for your story.

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Therapy Approaches: How We Can Help

Each therapist at Niilo Wellness brings a unique lens and approach to their work.

Our team draws from evidence-based and creative therapies such as:

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Person-Centered Therapy (PCT)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Mindfulness and somatic awareness
Gottman Couples Therapy
Art Therapy
Trauma-informed and attachment-based care

These approaches may help you understand your patterns, regulate emotions, and build a stronger sense of connection with yourself and the people who matter to you.

Why Choose In-Person Therapy

While there is a higher than ever availability of virtual therapists, at Niilo Wellness we are experiencing a dramatic rise in the demand for in-person counselling.

Currently 75% of our client sessions happen within our offices - and the majority of the online sessions occur when a normally in-person client needs to pivot their session to online to best adapt to their day.

Being in the same room as your therapist can create a sense of grounding that many people find supportive, and this can be hard to replicate online. The subtle things like gestures, posture, and the comfort of the therapy chair can often help people feel more safe, deeply seen, and understood.

Many clients describe coming to our office as a place of predictable comfort, offering themselves a hot coffee or sparkling water in our reception area as they've stepped away from the noise of daily life to focus completely on themselves.

Our therapy rooms are quiet and comfortable, offering space where you can take a deep breath, reflect, and focus on your needs.

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Our Location: Guelph In-Person Therapy

You’ll find us at 21 College Ave West, Lower Level, Guelph, Ontario. Our location is easy to reach from anywhere in Guelph and the nearby communities of Kitchener, Cambridge, Fergus, and Elora.

There’s free onsite parking and the office is easily accessible by bike, bus, or on foot, just steps from the University of Guelph Campus.

From the link below you can get directions, pictures and more information about our Guelph in-person therapy office.

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Affordable Therapy Options

We believe therapy should be within reach for everyone.
We offer reduced rates with student interns who receive regular supervision and training from experienced supervisors. This allows clients to access high-quality care at a lower cost, while supporting new yet compassionate therapists.

Finding the Right Therapist

The most important part of therapy is the relationship between you and your therapist.
That’s why we encourage you to book a free 15-minute intro call to see how it feels to talk together. You’ll know pretty quickly if it’s the right fit — and if not, we’ll help you find someone who might be.

You can get to know our team through the Meet the Team page, where each therapist shares a bit about who they work with and how they approach the process.

Ready to Begin Therapy?

You don’t have to have everything figured out before starting therapy.

All you need is a bit of curiosity and the courage to take that first step to start the conversation.

Our team is here to support you as you explore your needs and next steps.

You are welcome to start by booking a Free 15 Min Intro Video Call with any Therapist that is Accepting New Clients