Niilo Wellness

11/11/2025

Meet Rafeah!

Counselling for: Adults (16+) Individual, In-Person & Online Sessions

Focus: Anxiety, Depression, Identity and Self Exploration, Stress Management, Communication, Boundary Setting, BIPOC, Intersectionality, and Spirituality

Therapies Practised: Person Centred, CBT, Solution-Focused, Strengths-Based, Spiritually-Informed

Languages Spoken: English, Gujarati, Urdu
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A passionate Psychotherapist who aims to destigmatize therapy within marginalised communities by offering support for anxiety, depression, identity exploration, stress management, communication, boundary setting, BIPOC, intersectionality, and spirituality challenges.

Drawing from her personal experiences as a person of colour and a visibly Muslim woman, she is a culturally sensitive therapist and promotes accessibility and inclusivity to all of her clients.

As a therapist, Rafeah’s current focus is providing support to individuals struggling with anxiety and depression. Her professional journey has been shaped by her commitment to providing empathetic and evidence-based therapy tailored to each client’s unique needs. Her modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy, that builds coping skills before addressing past traumas and unconscious thought processes.

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11/10/2025

Hailey Lock provides therapy for young adults, couples, and families navigating challenges such as anxiety, self-worth, identity, burnout, and life transitions.

Her approach is aimed to help clients build genuine connection and a deeper understanding of self and relationships.

At Niilo Wellness, Hailey supports clients in-person in Guelph and online across Ontario

Hailey is accepting new clients! To book your first session, including a Free 15 Minute Intro Call visit link in bio!

09/21/2025

A resource many Parents of Teens may need right now...

Discover how Art Therapy can be a powerful alternative when traditional Therapy for Teens isn't working. Learn more about Therapy for Teens here.

08/25/2025

Andra is a therapist known for her sense of humour. More about who Andra works with:
👤Adults and youth (16+).
🏢💻In-person in Guelph and Online across Ontario.
🗣️Services offered in English
🔎Focuses: anxiety, depression, trauma, postpartum depression, anger management, addictions, boundaries, body image, life transitions
🧰Methods used: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focussed Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Gottman Method, Trauma informed To learn more check the link in our bio !

06/17/2025

Finding a Counsellor to support you through the challenges you’re experiencing, can be a challenge in itself!
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We want to make finding the right Therapist for you as easy as 3 Steps:
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1. Scroll through the Practitioner Profiles
2. Click on any Practitioner Profile to learn more about them
3. Click Book Now to Select the type and duration of Counselling Session you would like
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We offer free consultation calls for those who prefer to have a quick chat with a Counsellor before scheduling a session, and you’re welcome to contact Niilo Wellness Admin if you have any questions along the way.

Niilo Wellness Counsellors & Therapists are Accepting New Clients in-person in Guelph and online across Ontario

Our aim is to help you find a therapist that is right for you, be that at Niilo Wellness or elsewhere!

06/09/2025

03/19/2025

What Will Your First Therapy Session Be Like?

We will break this down in more detail on the blog, but you can expect your Therapist to explore these four main aspects in your first counselling session:
Administrative information & Confidentiality
Getting to know you
Your goals in therapy
Final thoughts & future sessions

Read on to learn how Niilo Wellness Therapist Andra Gemmell, and most other therapists, structure a clients first session, for insights that may help ease any worries or anticipation anxiety you may have about attending your first therapy session.

Whether you’re seeking therapy for anxiety or depression, grief counselling, therapy for new mothers, or a wide range of other concerns to explore in therapy, Niilo Wellness therapists in Guelph are here to offer in-person therapy sessions, or online counselling appointments in Ontario, to help you find your way through the challenges impacting your emotional, relational, and mental wellness.

For a full listing of the Niilo Wellness Therapist accepting new clients, head on over to our links in bio!

03/18/2025

It is completely normal to feel anxious or uncertain about going to therapy for the first time… especially if you aren’t sure if the therapist is the right one for you! This article is really helpful ⤵️

https://www.niilowellness.ca/post/what-to-expect-in-your-first-therapy-session

01/27/2025

Niilo Wellness is thrilled to be able to welcome student interns to our team as we aim to nurture growth, collaboration, and support for our practitioners, as well as make therapy even more financially accessible to clients in our community.

Here we are sharing 3 reasons to choose working with an Intern for counselling, but if you have any questions about working with an intern send us a DM or drop a comment below!

01/27/2025

Student Intern Offering Reduced Rate Counselling & Psychotherapy Sessions:

Meet Joanne…

…A compassionate Psychotherapy Intern helping individuals navigate struggles with anxiety, trauma, grief, and depression, as well as family dynamics and life transitions, to empower them to create positive changes in their lives.

By exploring the meaning behind struggles and striving to foster a strong therapeutic relationship, Joanne aims to be the supportive presence her clients need during their most challenging times.

Utilizing evidence-based therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Joanne is committed to empowering her clients on their unique journeys toward healing and growth.

Joanne’s academic background includes currently working towards completing her Master of Divinity in Clinical Counselling at Tyndale University, and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Toronto, complemented by minors in Women and Gender Studies and English. Through her studies, she has developed a keen awareness of the systemic inequalities affecting marginalized groups.

Outside of her studies and sessions with clients, Joanne enjoys exploring nature, reading, watching Korean dramas, and sharing culinary adventures with those close to her.

Joanne offers sessions on Mondays (Online) and Tuesdays (In-Person & Online)

01/27/2025

Student Intern Offering Reduced Rate Individual Therapy & Couples Counselling Sessions:

Meet Gloria…

…A Psychotherapy student intern with a passion for supporting individuals and couples as they navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and relationship issues, including conflict and communication struggles.

With a warm, collaborative, and client-centred approach, Gloria strives to create a safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental space where clients feel valued and supported on their unique journey.

Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, she connects with clients across diverse backgrounds and languages, ensuring they feel truly heard and understood.

Gloria is currently completing her Master of Divinity in Clinical Counselling at Tyndale University and she integrates training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), family systems approaches, and trauma-informed practices. She tailors treatment plans to align with each client’s needs and goals, encouraging hope and resilience in every session.

Gloria offers sessions on Mondays (Online) and Tuesdays (In-Person & Online)

01/13/2025

Located in Guelph -Steps from University Campus- and offering In-Person and Online Therapy sessions across Ontario.

Counselling services include Individual Counselling, Marriage Counselling, Couples Therapy, Child & Youth Counselling, Family Therapy, Therapy for Students, Grief Counselling, Trauma Counselling, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety Therapy, and more.

Providing Counselling and Therapy Services to clients who are ready to feel better.

Founded on the principle that a Therapist who is highly supported, is one who can provide the highest quality care!

To become a Client of Niilo Wellness connect with us here or through niilowellness.ca

Niilo: ˈniːlo / NEE-lo / “níkē / νίκη” = victory + “laós / λαός” = people

niilo wellness: victory in people’s health