your new phase starts here

new beginnings start with understanding yourself

Therapy for people seeking deeper connection, meaningful change, and a stronger relationship with themselves.

In-person • Walk & Talk • Virtual

Welland • Ontario

therapy for people who want more than coping, they want understanding, connecting and meaningful change

therapist

services

welcome to the community at New Moon Therapy

New Moon Therapy is committed to creating a compassionate, inclusive, and trauma-informed space where all people, including LGBTQIA2S+, BIPOC, neurodivergent, and diverse communities, can explore their experiences, deepen their self-understanding, and reconnect with themselves and others.

I believe meaningful change begins when we feel seen, heard, and understood. Together, we’ll explore the patterns, relationships, and experiences that have shaped your life while building greater self-awareness, connection, and choice.

Like the new moon, growth often begins quietly. Therapy offers a space to pause, reflect, and create room for something new.

values

Connection

Healing happens in relationship. I believe feeling genuinely seen, heard, and understood creates the foundation for meaningful change.

Inclusivity & Belonging

Everyone deserves a space where they feel safe, respected, and valued. I am committed to providing affirming care for LGBTQIA2S+, BIPOC, neurodivergent, and diverse communities while continually learning and reflecting on my own practice.

Trauma-Informed Care

At New Moon Therapy, it is understood that the lasting impact of trauma can affect our minds, bodies, relationships, and sense of self. Therapy is approached with a focus on safety, trust, collaboration, and empowerment.

Curiosity & Compassion

Rather than asking “What’s wrong with you?” I believe in exploring “What happened to you?” and “How did these patterns help you survive?” Healing begins with understanding ourselves with curiosity rather than judgment.

Authenticity

Therapy is a space to reconnect with who you are beneath expectations, roles, and old survival strategies. Growth happens when we can show up as our full selves.

Growth & Renewal

Like the cycles of the moon, change is rarely linear. I believe in each person’s capacity for growth, healing, and transformation, even when the path forward feels uncertain.

you might be struggling with

psychotherapist welland

about me

Hi, I’m Kerry Macdonald (she/her), Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO).

I’m also a mom of two, a lover of music, plants, nature, animals, yoga, a good laugh, strong coffee, astrology, and pop culture (because sometimes reality TV is self-care).

I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood.

My approach is relational, attachment-focused, psychodynamic, and trauma-informed. While reducing symptoms is important, I believe lasting change happens when we begin to understand the deeper patterns that shape how we relate to ourselves, others, and the world around us.

Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, capable, and deeply caring. They often find themselves carrying the emotional weight of relationships, questioning their needs, struggling to set boundaries, or wondering why they continue to feel disconnected despite trying so hard.

Together, we’ll explore these patterns with curiosity and compassion. My goal is to help you develop a deeper understanding of yourself, strengthen your relationship with yourself, and create more fulfilling and authentic connections with others.

Before becoming a therapist, I spent more than 20 years working in the nonprofit mental health sector, supporting children, youth, adults, and families through life’s challenges. That experience reinforced something I continue to see every day: people are remarkably resilient, and meaningful change becomes possible when we feel safe enough to understand ourselves more fully.

If you’re curious about working together, I invite you to book a complimentary 15-minute consultation. We can explore what’s bringing you to therapy, answer any questions you may have, and see whether we’re a good fit.

I look forward to connecting with you.

therapeutic approaches

The approaches below represent the therapeutic models that inform my practice. Through professional training, continuing education, and clinical experience, these frameworks help guide a personalized approach to therapy based on your unique needs and goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

 

411 East Main Street #203

Welland, ON

hours

Monday - 10am-8pm

Tuesday - 10 am-8pm

Wednesday - 10am-5pm

Thursday - 10am-5pm

Friday 10am-5pm

Every other Saturday by appointment

Starting therapy can feel vulnerable, and knowing what to expect can help ease some of the uncertainty. The office is designed to be a warm, comfortable, and welcoming space where you can slow down, reflect, and focus on what matters most to you.

The office offers a private and supportive environment for therapy sessions. Conveniently located near public transit and with ample parking, the space is designed to help you feel at ease from the moment you arrive.

Welland • Ontario

step into the space

therapy office Welland
A pink armchair with a beige cushion, positioned on a multicolored rug, next to a white side table with books, near a black front door. A small lamp with a gold shade is on the side table, with a green plant behind it. A white wall with a partially visible framed art piece is in the background.
A living room scene with a beige upholstered sofa, a colorful decorative pillow, a yellow blanket draped over the armrest, a large potted plant with broad leaves beside the sofa, a window with beige curtains, and trees with autumn foliage outside.
A cozy living room corner with a window showing trees with fall leaves, a beige curtain, a wooden lamp with a white lampshade, a small round side table with a white alarm clock and a white diffuser, and a gray upholstered sofa with a fluffy beige pillow.

Support wherever you are (in Ontario).

Virtual and telephone sessions offer the same supportive and meaningful therapeutic experience as in-person therapy, while allowing you to attend from the comfort and privacy of your own space. Whether you’re balancing a busy schedule, live outside the Niagara Region, or simply prefer the convenience of remote therapy, virtual and telephone sessions can provide a flexible way to access support.

Online sessions are held through Jane, a secure platform designed for healthcare providers. Virtual and telephone sessions are available to individuals throughout Ontario.

If you’re unsure whether virtual, telephone, or in-person therapy is the best fit for you, I invite you to book a complimentary 15-minute consultation.

virtual & telephone therapy

Walk and talk therapy

walk & talk

in Niagara Region

Sometimes the best conversations happen when we're moving.

Walk & Talk Therapy combines the benefits of traditional psychotherapy with the restorative effects of movement and nature. Rather than meeting in an office, sessions take place outdoors while walking together in a location that feels comfortable and accessible.

For many people, walking side-by-side can feel more natural than sitting face-to-face.

Walk & Talk Therapy may be a good fit if you:

  • Enjoy spending time outdoors

  • Find it easier to talk while moving

  • Feel restless or uncomfortable in a traditional office setting

  • Want to incorporate movement into your wellness routine

  • Feel connected to the calming effects of nature

Walk & Talk sessions are available throughout the Niagara Region, including Welland, St. Catharines, Niagara Falls, Thorold, Port Colborne, Fort Erie, Grimsby, Lincoln, and surrounding communities. Together, we can choose a location that best meets your needs.

Session Fee: $150 per 50-minute session

Please note that while every effort is made to support confidentiality and privacy, Walk & Talk Therapy takes place in public spaces and complete privacy cannot be guaranteed.

If you're curious about whether Walk & Talk Therapy is right for you, I invite you to book a complimentary 15-minute consultation.

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