Reviews of Luella Jonk Therapy and Wellness (Psychiatrist)

Lesley McFarlane

Luella has been very helpful to me; I find her methods very effective.

Elle Cyd

I discovered Dr. Jonk on the WWW and I had my first video conference from her in September, I believe. After getting to know my history, she strongly advised me to stop taking my antidepressents. I have been on them for most of my adult life. Although she does recognize that there is a time, place and a reason for medication, she intuitively felt that I would never get to the centre of my pain, as long as I kept numbing myself. Incredibly, I have made so much progress, physically and psychologlically. She has helped me immensely and continues to do so. She is affirming, and she is not afraid to call a spade a spade. I consider myself to be an intelligent, intuitive woman, and I need a therapist who understands this, and who can see through the 'intellectualization' ! She acknowledged my past, and has helped me to put it aside, and to get on with the matter of living today. Thank you Dr. Jonk <3

Joanne Roque

I would very highly recommend Luella, she has helped me immensely.

Daniel Batson

Luella was instrumental in helping my wife and I manage our relationship. We owe so much to Luella for helping us through one of the hardest times in our relationship, I cannot say enough good things about the therapy that she provided to us. She worked hard to ensure that we got the advice we needed! Unhappy in love? Go see Luella for help. Happily in love? You should still go see Luella to ensure you continue to work at what makes you happy!

Devon Rawluk

I highly, highly recommend Luella as a therapist. I have struggled for years with self identity and negative self talk and she helped me completely change that way I talk to and perceive myself. She uses a variety of evidence based practices to help, is an excellent listener and draws on personal experiences which demonstrates her empathy and understanding. I personally did the “personal reality check” and it was amazing. Her office is comfortable, easy to find and has street parking. Setting up appointments using her online system is easy and efficient, she’s accessible and her email correspondence is great! Always checking in to see progress and get a quick update. Great therapist, have referred to her and will continue to do so.

Melissa Mangiacotti

Read these these 1 star reviews: NOTE: 5/14 reviews are 1 stars (0 isn't an option). She goes from 9 thinking her services are 5/5. Who could be her friends for all we know. Nothing in-between. The 1 stars have a story to tell and are true claiming unprofessional, feeling unsafe, and left just feeling wronged. If she claims to not know me, I have the receipts as proof of services. In the initial consult and visit, I thought I was clear in wanting mindfulness, to develop coping strategies, and recognizing that mental health encompasses a variety of tools to get better. The second visit she used the hour and half to argue with me over my medication and the need for it. I tried to justify my diagnosis and medication but paid $155 for a terrible session. If you are looking for a therapist who recognizes the balance of medication (doctor prescribed), positive daily habits, therapy, and spiritual wellness, she would not be the right fit. She asked to consult with my doctor during both visits. However, therapists should not be advising clients on medication. She seems to only believe that diet only can cure all mental health problems. She made me feel stigmatized, when she said that I would be categorized as one "would be 1-in-5 Canadians suffering from a mental illness" and that my medication was "supporting big Pharma". This left me feeling judged and ashamed. I also felt so scared for my recovery. When you look at her website it seems very professional but her certification in functional medicine is not accredited or recognized by medical boards in Canada. She should in no way be representing her self as a doctor. When submitting claims she was not covered because she lists the psychotherapy first rather than the counselling. This psychotherapy is not covered under Manulife insurance. Not a direct tag at her business just incase you try to get reimbursed. The therapy is definitely not worth what she charges and then to pay it 100% out of pocket is another slap in the face when dealing with a crisis.

Verna Kakowchyk

I've been going to Luella for the past 1 1/2 years - started 1 1/2 years after my husband passed away. She has and continues to be a very supportive person who is non-judgmental, asks questions that are very pertinent to my situation and is always available. I have had times between sessions where I was struggling and sent her an email and she always answers asap and is so on point with her comments. She never tells me what I should do, instead makes comments that make me think and we work through things together. I am very happy with her as my therapist.

Sheila Ryan

I left feeling like I wasn’t offered any advice. She seemed more interested in talking about her “credentials” than listening to me. After I ended our ties she continued to contact me over and over trying to get me to return. It felt very manipulative. She’s only interested in one thing (if you know what I mean) and it’s definitely not you. I spoke with a friend who’d also visited and she had a similar experience. Judging from other reviews I can sense we weren’t the only ones.

H Toth

Horrible therapist. Tried to con my wife and I into coming for more and more apts. Tried to get as much money out of us as possible including suggesting insurance fraud. Repeatidly asked how much coverage we had. Promised to help my wife and did not follow through, when my wife continued to have serious anxiety attacks she contacted my wife privately to blame me for her problems. Suggested we needed a divorce to fix her anxiety. I fell so violated and horrified by how we were treated. Do not see this woman. My wife and I are very happy together, I'm madly in love with her - this woman is grossly unprofessional and incompetent.

Jane MacDonald

A wonderful therapist who coached me to realign my thinking to be more positive towards life and to release misguided shame from traumatic childhood experiences. I would not hesitate to recommend Luella, definitely 5 stars.

Sydney Dueck

Luella is amazing. I have seen plenty of counsellors and therapists in my life. Luella has assisted me in making the most progress in my life, marriage, and general wellbeing. I have been able to cut out toxic relationships, loose 15 pounds, better my marriage, communicate better with others, and been able to put myself first when needed all with her help. I highly, highly recommend her. Thank you Luella for giving me the support to make the changes I needed to and take back my life.

Jared Taylor

Extremely unprofessional. Left me feeling incredibly uncomfortable and unsafe. A bewildering experience. Please avoid this person. There are so many other professional and helpful therapists. Do not waste your time and money here.

P D

Unprofessional.

Jake Lee

Sometimes I think she's like a priest in a cathedral. Her cheerful energy inspires me a lot. She knows the truth of life that I didn't know.