Evidence-Based Couples and Family Psychotherapy
Evidence-based therapy for couples and families, led by Marinela Trickett, RP with over 20 years of experience.
Trickett Psychotherapy & Counselling is a Guelph-based clinic specializing in trauma therapy and Borderline Personality Disorder, offering structured, evidence-based treatment for couples and families navigating communication breakdowns, conflict, and relationship repair. Sessions draw on DBT, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, CBT, Mindfulness, EFT, and NLP to address the root causes of emotional distress for lasting change. Conveniently located near the University of Guelph at 34 Harvard Road, with a second location available, the clinic proudly serves Guelph, Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, and the Greater Toronto Area, offering in-person and secure online sessions to young adults and adults across Ontario since 2018. Seeking supportive Couples & Family Psychotherapy to resolve recurring conflict and rebuild emotional connection? Trickett Psychotherapy offers structured, trauma-informed sessions tailored to couples and families in Guelph and across Ontario.
Couples & Family Therapy That Works
Trickett Psychotherapy & Counselling is a Guelph-based clinic specializing in trauma therapy and Borderline Personality Disorder, offering a dedicated Couples & Family Psychotherapy Session – Communication, Conflict Resolution & Relationship Therapy for partners and families throughout Guelph. Led by Marinela Trickett, Registered Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience, the clinic provides structured, evidence-based treatment for PTSD, cPTSD, BPD, anxiety, depression, grief, chronic pain, and emotional regulation — using DBT, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, CBT, Mindfulness, EFT, and NLP to address the root causes of relational distress.Conveniently located near the University of Guelph, with a second location available, the clinic has served couples, families, young adults, and adults across Guelph, Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, and the GTA since 2018 — with both in-person and secure online sessions offered throughout Ontario.Type your paragraph here
Communication Skills Therapy
Structured sessions that help couples and family members express needs clearly, listen without defensiveness, and rebuild understanding using evidence-based techniques such as CBT and Mindfulness.
- Guided, structured dialogue exercises
- Emotion regulation and active listening tools
- Practical strategies for everyday conversations
Conflict Resolution & Relationship Repair
Marinela Trickett draws on DBT, EFT, and Somatic Experiencing to help partners move past recurring conflict, resentment, and disconnection toward lasting, secure relationship patterns.
- Identifying root causes of recurring conflict
- De-escalation and repair strategies
- Rebuilding trust after rupture
Family Therapy & Connection Rebuilding
For families navigating tension, trauma, or major life transitions, sessions combine EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and NLP to restore trust, safety, and open communication between generations.
- Multi-generational communication support
- Trauma-informed, evidence-based methods
- Safe, confidential in-person or online sessions
Evidence-Based Therapeutic Approaches
Trickett Psychotherapy & Counselling is a Guelph-based clinic specializing in trauma therapy and Borderline Personality Disorder, serving couples and families who are working to rebuild communication, resolve conflict, and restore connection. The clinic is led by Marinela Trickett, Registered Psychotherapist, with over 20 years of experience delivering structured, evidence-based care.
Every session is built around a structured, evidence-based framework designed to target root causes, not just symptoms — supporting couples and families through PTSD, cPTSD, BPD, anxiety, depression, grief, chronic pain, and emotional regulation as they show up within relationships.
We use proven approaches including DBT, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, CBT, Mindfulness, EFT, NLP, and more.
Conveniently located near the University of Guelph, with a second location available, Trickett Psychotherapy & Counselling has served couples and families throughout Guelph, Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, and the Greater Toronto Area since 2018 — offering both in-person and secure online sessions to young adults and adults across Ontario.
Through evidence-based Couples & Family Psychotherapy, partners and relatives learn actionable communication tools to de-escalate tension and foster mutual respect.
Modalities We Practice
DBT
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing
Somatic Experiencing
Body-based trauma processing
CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Mindfulness
Present-moment awareness practices
EFT
Emotionally Focused Therapy
NLP
Neuro-Linguistic Programming
About Your Therapist
Meet Marinela Trickett, RP
Trickett Psychotherapy & Counselling is a Guelph-based clinic specializing in trauma therapy and Borderline Personality Disorder, led by Marinela Trickett, Registered Psychotherapist, with over 20 years of experience helping couples and families rebuild trust and connection. Since founding the clinic in 2018, she has delivered structured, evidence-based treatment for PTSD, cPTSD, BPD, anxiety, depression, grief, chronic pain, and emotional regulation.
For couples and families navigating communication breakdowns, conflict, or relationship repair, Marinela brings the same clinically grounded, trauma-informed lens to every session — helping partners and family members understand each other's emotional patterns and build lasting, healthier ways of relating.
Trained in proven, evidence-based approaches:
Registered Psychotherapist
Over 20 years of clinical experience
Serving Ontario Since 2018
In-person and secure online sessions for young adults and adults
Guelph-Based, Two Locations
Conveniently located near the University of Guelph at 34 Harvard Road, Unit 2, plus a second location
Evidence-Based Specialization
Trauma, cPTSD, and Borderline Personality Disorder treatment
Trickett Psychotherapy & Counselling proudly serves clients throughout Guelph, Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, and the Greater Toronto Area, with both in-person and secure online sessions available for young adults and adults across Ontario.
Serving Guelph, Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge & the GTA
Trickett Psychotherapy & Counselling is a Guelph-based clinic specializing in trauma therapy and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Led by Marinela Trickett, Registered Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience, our clinic delivers structured, evidence-based treatment for PTSD, cPTSD, BPD, anxiety, depression, grief, chronic pain, and emotional regulation — using proven modalities including DBT, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, CBT, Mindfulness, EFT, and NLP. Investing in specialized Couples & Family Psychotherapy provides a safe, guided space to break painful cycles and build lasting relationship resilience. Conveniently located near the University of Guelph, with a second location available, we welcome young adults and adults across Ontario for in-person and secure online sessions — proudly serving Guelph, Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) since 2018.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about couples and family therapy sessions, confidentiality, our approach, and getting started in Guelph and surrounding areas.
What can we expect from a Couples & Family Psychotherapy session?
Sessions focus on rebuilding communication, resolving conflict, and repairing connection between partners or family members. Marinela Trickett, Registered Psychotherapist, uses a structured, evidence-based process to help couples and families understand recurring patterns, regulate emotional reactivity, and develop practical tools for lasting change — rather than simply talking through the same disagreements each week.
Which therapeutic approaches are used in relationship therapy?
Trickett Psychotherapy & Counselling draws on proven, evidence-based modalities including DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy), EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, CBT, Mindfulness, EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy), and NLP. These approaches are tailored to each couple or family's specific communication and conflict patterns to support real, measurable progress.
Who is Trickett Psychotherapy & Counselling, and who leads the clinic?
Trickett Psychotherapy & Counselling is a Guelph-based clinic specializing in trauma therapy and Borderline Personality Disorder, and is led by Marinela Trickett, Registered Psychotherapist, with over 20 years of experience. Beyond couples and family work, the clinic provides structured, evidence-based treatment for PTSD, cPTSD, BPD, anxiety, depression, grief, chronic pain, and emotional regulation — giving relationship therapy the same clinical rigour applied across the practice.
Is everything discussed in session confidential?
Yes. Confidentiality is central to safe, effective couples and family work. Discussions between partners or family members and their therapist remain private within the bounds of professional and legal standards, so every person in the room can speak openly without fear of judgment.
Where are you located, and do you offer online sessions?
The clinic is conveniently located near the University of Guelph at 34 Harvard Road, Unit 2, with a second location also available. Trickett Psychotherapy & Counselling serves clients throughout Guelph, Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, and the Greater Toronto Area, with both in-person and secure online sessions offered to young adults and adults across Ontario since 2018.
How do we get started as a couple or family?
Getting started begins with a brief consultation to understand your relationship's communication challenges and goals. From there, Marinela Trickett designs a structured, evidence-based treatment plan suited to your family's needs, whether sessions take place in person in Guelph or securely online.
Ready to Strengthen Your Relationship?
Book a couples or family therapy session with Marinela Trickett, Registered Psychotherapist, today.
Trickett Psychotherapy & Counselling is a Guelph-based clinic specializing in trauma therapy and Borderline Personality Disorder, led by Marinela Trickett with over 20 years of experience. Our couples and family sessions draw on the same structured, evidence-based approach we use to treat PTSD, cPTSD, BPD, anxiety, depression, grief, chronic pain, and emotional regulation — including DBT, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, CBT, Mindfulness, EFT, and NLP — to help couples and families rebuild communication, resolve conflict, and reconnect.
Conveniently located near the University of Guelph at 34 Harvard Road, with a second location available, we welcome young adults and adults from Guelph, Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, and the GTA — in person or through secure online sessions across Ontario, since 2018.