Floyd is currently accepting new clients
Floyd Kelly (he/him)
BA., MSc., MACP (in progress)
Therapist Intern
Floyd works with:
Individuals (16 years+)
(905) 527 - 6337
admin@everwellcounselling.ca
Floyd Kelly
Therapist Intern
I’m passionate about helping people find hope, healing and freedom even in life’s most difficult moments. Whether you’re navigating mental illness in yourself or a loved one, working through relationship or career struggles, or searching for meaning in a chaotic world, I would be honoured to support you in your journey.
As a former software executive, I bring empathy, compassion and a curious analytical mind to the process. Informed by neuroscience and evidence-based treatments such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, I offer practical solutions that create real change.
My path to this work is deeply personal, shaped by family’s experiences with mental health. As President of the Ottawa Network for Borderline Personality Disorder (ON-BPD), I teach the evidence-based Family Connections program and host public lectures with psychiatrists and health leaders to share the latest research and treatment options. If you are dealing with ADHD, depression, anxiety or BPD in your family, I’ve walked that road too—it would be my pleasure to walk it with you.
Q & A with Floyd
What do you like most about the work that you do?
“I love inspiring hope among those who struggle to find it.”
What made you decide to choose your current profession?
“I have always been people-focused in school and throughout my career. I found my volunteer work with Family Connections so fulfilling I decided to change careers. There I discovered that sharing a tiny bit of information can make an immense difference in people's lives. My heart has always longed to help people live their best lives and break free of ways of thinking that constrain or oppress them.”
What do you think are the biggest misconceptions about mental health?
“Stigma around mental illness (even amongst HCPs); Failure to understand biological contributing factors and appropriate accommodation; Failure to understand neuroplasticity and the possibility for change; Lack of focus on motivation for change.”
What do you want your clients to know about you and what it will be like working with you?
“I’m empathetic and compassionate, incredibly curious and thoughtful, with the wisdom of rich life experience.”
What is your biggest achievement to date?
“As VP R&D, I facilitated mergers and acquisitions of companies, building a culture of collaboration and respect across geographies, cultures and teams.”
What is your personal mantra or favourite quote?
“It’s a great day for a breakthrough”
Areas of Practice
Workplace and career challenges
Borderline personality disorder
Depression
Anxiety
Neurodiversity/ADHD
Relational and existential issues
Education & Memberships
Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University (in progress)
Master of Science in Intelligent Systems, University of Guelph
Bachelor of Arts, Major in Computer Science, Minor in Business Admin, University of Guelph
Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA), Student Member
Average Cost
$85 / 50 minute session
Sliding scale available
Check with your insurance provider for coverage opportunities
What personal qualities are important for the job that you do?
Empathetic Accepting Non-judgemental Curious Wise Thoughtful
Just for fun
What is your favourite place to find inspiration?
“Hiking in nature”
What's your favourite thing to do on your off time?
“Float in my houseboat on the Rideau Canal”