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Kristin Michie
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Kristin Michie

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

  • she/her
  • $200/session
  • Virtual Sessions in Ontario
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Meet Kristin

My experiences and interests give me a unique understanding of…

  • What it actually feels like to be high-functioning on the outside while mentally exhausted on the inside. This means the overthinking, the second-guessing, the sense that you should be handling things better than you are.

  • The weight of a non-linear life path that include career pivots, competing demands, the pressure of figuring things out later than expected, and how that shapes the way anxiety shows up in mid-life.

My cultural or ancestral background is…

  • Northern European, third-generation Canadian, and shaped by a culture that tends to reward stoicism and self-sufficiency, which I've found is often exactly what makes it hard for people to ask for help in the first place.

My clients describe me using words like…

  • Direct

  • Supportive

  • Challenging

  • Supportive

  • Trustworthy

  • Perceptive

  • Genuine

  • Relatable

  • Compassionate

Expertise

Areas of Focus

Specializations

  • Anxiety
  • OCD
  • Life transitions

By category

  • Anger
  • Anxiety and Stress Management Skills
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Emotional Fluidity
  • Emotional Numbness
  • Emotional regulation
  • Understanding & Regulating Emotions
My clients often self-identify as…

  • High-functioning adults who are managing well on the outside but feel stuck, overwhelmed, or quietly exhausted on the inside. Many are navigating a significant life transition, whether it is a career shift, relationship change, identity question, or the pressure of mid-life when competing demands feel impossible to balance.

  • They've often tried to think their way through it, or white-knuckle past it, and are ready to understand what's driving it.

I’m the right therapist for you if…

  • You're functioning. The work is getting done, relationships are intact, but the mental noise is constant. The loops, the second-guessing, the what-ifs and decisions that won't quit. 

  • You've probably tried to manage it on your own, and you're good at it, until you're not. If you're ready to understand what's actually maintaining your anxiety rather than just managing the symptoms, we'll work well together.

Therapeutic Frameworks & Approach

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Adlerian Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Gestalt Therapy
  • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Mindfulness & Meditation
  • Neurobiological Approach
If we work together you can expect to feel…

  • A sense of trust and safety in our relationship, where you feel truly seen and heard.

  • Gently challenged when it helps you grow, and to gain new awareness and insights into the patterns that may have been holding you back.

  • Over time, many clients describe feeling lighter, clearer, and more empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.

Populations Served

  • Adults (18+)

Practice Details

Service Offerings & Rates

  • Initial Consultation
    Free
  • Individual Session
    $200Sliding scale offered on case by case basis
During your free consultation, we’ll go over…

  • What’s bringing you to therapy right now, and what you’re hoping to get out of it.

  • I’ll walk you through what sessions with me typically look like so you have a sense of the process, and I’ll leave plenty of space for your questions.

  • The consultation is a chance for you to see if I’m the right fit, and for us to decide together whether it feels like a good match.

If we work together you can expect me to…

  • Show up as a real person, not a blank screen. 

  • Listen closely, take your concerns seriously, and also be honest with you, especially when I think something's worth pushing on.

  • Work to understand your anxiety, not just manage it. That means curiosity, some challenge, and real conversation. 

  • Check in regularly on how things are feeling and adjust when we need to.

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 Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

For insurance purposes, this therapist’s home province is Ontario.

Virtual Sessions

Ontario

Eligible provinces and territories are highlighted in green.

  • Ontario

More Info

Education

  • Adler Graduate Professional School

    Master of Psychology in Clinical Psychology · 2025

  • University of Toronto

    MLIS · 1994

  • University of Western Ontario

    Honours BA · 1992

Languages

English

Booking FAQ

Does Kristin 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 Kristin 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 Kristin to see what times they have available.

Can I contact Kristin before booking an appointment?

If you still have questions before booking that can’t be answered during your free consultation, you can contact Kristin using this form.

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