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Sweet Spot Family Counselling Services
Sweet Spot Family Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist

Sweet Spot Family Counselling Services

Registered Psychotherapist (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
12 Endorsed
205 Bayfield Street, 100, Barrie, ON L4M
Let's Connect (705) 791-9165
Is home is feeling chaotic and less joyful these days? Are your relationships strained or have parenting challenges left you feeling like there's no end to the arguing? There is hope, Child and family work is our passion here. We can help you navigate struggles with practical steps and ease. Children like adults experience a wide range of emotions that can affect their self esteem, self confidence which can lead to symptoms of depression and anxiety. They require a special approach and we have the training and tools to engage your child in counselling and help them build the healthy habits and coping skills they need for success.
Our clinicians have a variety of skill and cost options available to meet your families needs. We see clients with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Tween & Teen issues. We also do family and couples work as well as parent coaching. Our clinicians care deeply about the work they do and are excited to meet with you to discuss your needs and provide the best options
More peace in the home, more joy and more laughter are just some of the goals our clients have achieved. Imagine being able to face your struggles head on feeling empowered and confident that you have the skills you need to succeed. It's not easy to ask for help, but know when you do we will be here to listen and support your journey. Reach out today!
Call or Sweet Spot Family Counselling Services now for a free 15 minute consultation - (705) 791-9165

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Sweet Spot Family Counselling

205 Bayfield Street

100

Barrie, ON L4M

(705) 791-9165
Hello, We currently offer in-office sessions as well as phone and video sessions.
I specialize in Child, Life Transitions and Family Conflict 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  
Let's Connect (705) 791-9165

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Sweet Spot Family Counselling

205 Bayfield Street

100

Barrie, ON L4M

(705) 791-9165
Hello, We currently offer in-office sessions as well as phone and video sessions.
I specialize in Child, Life Transitions and Family Conflict 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $140
  • Couple Sessions $170
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Green Shield Canada
  • Manulife
  • SunLife
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Rates start at $65-90/session for interns and licensed clinicians go from $140- $240 depending on length of session and specialty. Check if your extended benefits/insurance covers Psychotherapy. We do not direct Bill.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (705) 791-9165
Sweet Spot Family Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist
"
Rates start at $65-90/session for interns and licensed clinicians go from $140- $240 depending on length of session and specialty. Check if your extended benefits/insurance covers Psychotherapy. We do not direct Bill.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (705) 791-9165
Sweet Spot Family Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist

Qualifications

    Registered Psychotherapist: Samantha Barnes
  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 007245 Samantha Barnes
  • In Practice for 26 Years
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I'm a Registered Psychotherapist & Clinical Supervisor with a strong background in women's issues, children's mental health, family systems
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (705) 791-9165
Sweet Spot Family Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist
"
I'm a Registered Psychotherapist & Clinical Supervisor with a strong background in women's issues, children's mental health, family systems
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (705) 791-9165
Sweet Spot Family Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Child
  • Life Transitions
  • Family Conflict

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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We help families and kids ages 6 & up. Jim supports couples, families/parents, Grief support, ADHD and young men 12-24. Emily specializes in neurodivergence, anxiety and depression. Lianne and Sydney see adult, tweens and teens with depression, anxiety and self esteem issues. Sean sees couples, tweens and teens. Samantha does clinical supervision and sees Women during life transitions.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (705) 791-9165
Sweet Spot Family Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist
"
We help families and kids ages 6 & up. Jim supports couples, families/parents, Grief support, ADHD and young men 12-24. Emily specializes in neurodivergence, anxiety and depression. Lianne and Sydney see adult, tweens and teens with depression, anxiety and self esteem issues. Sean sees couples, tweens and teens. Samantha does clinical supervision and sees Women during life transitions.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (705) 791-9165
Sweet Spot Family Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist

12 Endorsements

Meg Boulanger
Meg Boulanger
Registered PsychotherapistMACPRP
Samantha is a supportive and empathetic supervisor who provides excellent guidance for both clinical and practice-related matters. The 8 months of individual & group supervision I have done with her have been an invaluable part of my professional growth.
Nicole Presutti
Nicole Presutti
Registered PsychotherapistMARP
Samantha provides a valuable source of support for both clients and clinical therapists. I express deep gratitude for the group supervision space that she created, which provided learning, collaboration, and clinical skill development.
Adele Turco
Adele Turco
Registered PsychotherapistMARP
Samantha has extensive experience in psychotherapy, and I am very grateful to have her support for my professional growth. She also brings a great sense of warmth and empathy to every client she works with.
Mary English
Mary English
Registered PsychotherapistRPOCTMABEdHBA
Incredibly honoured to know and be human with Sam! She’s my go to for professional & personal growth.
Kaitlin Baldwin - Therapy And Clinical Supervision
Kaitlin Baldwin - Therapy And Clinical Supervision
Registered PsychotherapistMABA
Samantha makes your experience in therapy comfortable and relatable with her down-to-earth and funny personality. She does a great job of gauging what people need—whether it's compassion, honest feedback, or exploring different perspectives.
Jennifer Price Neeb
Jennifer Price Neeb
Registered PsychotherapistMACPRP
Samantha is a warm and compassionate therapist and supervisor who offers diverse expertise. She offers a genuine connection and deeply invested support.
Katerina Yaroslavsky
Katerina Yaroslavsky
Registered PsychotherapistRPBAMACP
Samantha is incredibly empathetic and kind and is committed to providing the best care possible to her clients.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Body Positivity
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied
Veterans

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Body Positivity
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied
Veterans

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Positive Psychology
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Structural Family Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
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Each clinician has their own unique set of skills and approaches such as CBT, ACT Narrative and Mindfulness practices as well as couples and family therapy techniques. We always take a person centered approach to ensure you feel seen heard and respected during sessions. We work together to explore what hopes and goals you have with our time together and from there create a path to success.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (705) 791-9165
Sweet Spot Family Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist
"
Each clinician has their own unique set of skills and approaches such as CBT, ACT Narrative and Mindfulness practices as well as couples and family therapy techniques. We always take a person centered approach to ensure you feel seen heard and respected during sessions. We work together to explore what hopes and goals you have with our time together and from there create a path to success.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (705) 791-9165
Sweet Spot Family Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Sweet Spot Family Counselling

205 Bayfield Street

100

Barrie, ON L4M

(705) 791-9165

Nearby Areas

Postal Codes

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Hello, We currently offer in-office sessions as well as phone and video sessions.
Call for a free consultation now - (705) 791-9165
Sweet Spot Family Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist
"
Hello, We currently offer in-office sessions as well as phone and video sessions.
Call for a free consultation now - (705) 791-9165
Sweet Spot Family Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist
Last Modified: 15 Mar 2024