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Kelly Budenz
Registered Social Worker
- she/her
- $175/session
- Virtual Sessions in Ontario
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Meet Kelly
My experiences and interests give me a unique understanding of…
What it's like to struggle with mental health challenges related to anxiety, depression, stress, and overwhelm that feels unmanageable.
The feeling of being unsure of yourself, your self-worth, and your purpose.
Struggling to let go of the past and move forward after difficult and challenging experiences.
My clients describe me using words like…
Understanding
Empathetic
Relatable
Nonjudgmental
Expertise
Areas of Focus
Specializations
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Understanding & Regulating Emotions
By category
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Emotional regulation
- Mindfulness
- Stress
- Understanding & Regulating Emotions
- General Mental Health
My clients often self-identify as…
Children 10+
Teenagers
Young Adults
Adults
I’m the right therapist for you if…
You are struggling with your mental health and want to improve feelings of anxiety, depression, stress, and overwhelm.
You want to heal from past experiences.
You want to learn how to challenge your negative thinking patterns and learn to increase your feelings of self-worth and self-compassion.
You want to increase your emotion regulation and general wellbeing.
Therapeutic Frameworks & Approach
- Anger and Stress Management
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Empowerment Theory Based
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Informed
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
If we work together you can expect to feel…
Safe, comforted, and supported
Heard and validated
Populations Served
- Teens (13-17)
- Adults (18+)
- Children (≤12)
Practice Details
Service Offerings & Rates
- Initial ConsultationFree
- Individual Session$175
During your free consultation, we’ll go over…
What brought you to therapy
What concerns or challenges you are looking for support with
My professional experience and approach to therapy, including the opportunity to explore whether we may be a good therapeutic match.
If we work together you can expect me to…
Support you in developing and working towards collaborative goals for therapy
Work with you to maintain a safe space to process feelings, experiences, and thoughts
Work with you to develop coping skills that work for you and your life
Insurance & Benefits Coverage
Coverage depends on the insurance plan. Check with your insurance provider to see if your plan covers one of the listed designations.
- Registered Social Worker
For insurance purposes, this therapist’s home province is Ontario.
Virtual Sessions
Eligible provinces and territories are highlighted in green.
- Ontario
More Info
Education
University of Windsor
Masters of Social Work · 2025
Lakehead University
Honours Bachelor of Social Work · 2021
Lakehead University
Honours Bachelor of Arts and Science · 2020
Certifications
Advanced Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Training · 2024
Dr. Robert Friedberg
The Centre for Healing
Certified Trauma-Informed Coach · 2024
Essential Therapy Training
DBT Essentials Certificate · 2023
Beck Institute for Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
Essentials of CBT · 2022
Languages
English
Booking FAQ
Does Kelly offer direct billing with my insurance? Or how does payment work?
First Session charges each session directly to your credit card. Once each session occurs and your card is charged, you’ll receive a PDF receipt by email with all the details you need to get reimbursed (therapist name, designation, license number, address, etc.). You can then submit the receipt to your insurance company for reimbursement if you have coverage. We always recommend checking your coverage with your provider before booking.
How do I know if Kelly is a good fit?
You are the expert when it comes to knowing who’s the right fit. Watch the therapist’s video at the top of their profile and see whether the message and energy resonate. If you feel drawn to speak with them, listen to your gut — booking a free consultation is a great first step to assess fit.
What if I see no available times to book a session?
If the therapist is listed as accepting clients and you see no available times, it’s likely they haven’t updated their availability (sorry about that!). In this case, you can contact Kelly to see what times they have available.
Can I contact Kelly before booking an appointment?
If you still have questions before booking that can’t be answered during your free consultation, you can contact Kelly using this form.
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