Therapists in Barrie, ON
Central Ontario Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Barrie, ON L4N
Central Ontario Psychology is a diverse group practice. We offer psychotherapy, clinical assessment, and psychoeducational assessment. Services are provided by psychologists, or under their close supervision. Our clients include adults children adolescents and seniors. We treat anxiety, depression, behavioural and conduct disorders. We offer specialized treatment for trauma, whether from childhood, the workplace, the military, or in First Responders.
Central Ontario Psychology is a diverse group practice. We offer psychotherapy, clinical assessment, and psychoeducational assessment. Services are provided by psychologists, or under their close supervision. Our clients include adults children adolescents and seniors. We treat anxiety, depression, behavioural and conduct disorders. We offer specialized treatment for trauma, whether from childhood, the workplace, the military, or in First Responders.
SoulScape Services
Registered Psychotherapist, BAHon, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Barrie, ON L4N
Life is nothing short of amazing. It's amazing how much we can go through and live to tell about it. It's amazing how fast kids grow up and time flies, how angry a co-worker can make you, how much compassion we can seem to have for others when we struggle to offer any to ourselves. It's amazing how much we put on our plates when all we need is to rest. It's amazing how much we can long for understanding and connection and how much opportunity can be missed right in front of our eyes. It's amazing how short life is. It's also amazing how much we can learn in the time we have, and how little steps can amount to such massive change.
Life is nothing short of amazing. It's amazing how much we can go through and live to tell about it. It's amazing how fast kids grow up and time flies, how angry a co-worker can make you, how much compassion we can seem to have for others when we struggle to offer any to ourselves. It's amazing how much we put on our plates when all we need is to rest. It's amazing how much we can long for understanding and connection and how much opportunity can be missed right in front of our eyes. It's amazing how short life is. It's also amazing how much we can learn in the time we have, and how little steps can amount to such massive change.
Carole M. Walker
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, Hon, Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4M
Need Help? I specialize in RELATIONSHIPS, COUPLE & SEX ISSUES, TRAUMA, PTSD, HYPNOTHERAPY, GRIEF, and LIFE PURPOSE issues. I work with individuals, couples, and groups. I can offer you sound therapeutic support in a comfortable and peaceful setting. My approach is non-judgement, client-centered, practical and results oriented. Together we achieve your desired goals!
Need Help? I specialize in RELATIONSHIPS, COUPLE & SEX ISSUES, TRAUMA, PTSD, HYPNOTHERAPY, GRIEF, and LIFE PURPOSE issues. I work with individuals, couples, and groups. I can offer you sound therapeutic support in a comfortable and peaceful setting. My approach is non-judgement, client-centered, practical and results oriented. Together we achieve your desired goals!
Jeffrey Howard Hosick
Counsellor, PhD
Verified Verified
Barrie, ON L4M
I love to work with highly sensitive people at a stage where they want to drop the toxic drama and begin to engage in life rather than react to it. I love working with couples and individuals who need a different framework because their current model of the world isn't working anymore. In the second half of life, we look to relate to the world, not manage it.
I love to work with highly sensitive people at a stage where they want to drop the toxic drama and begin to engage in life rather than react to it. I love working with couples and individuals who need a different framework because their current model of the world isn't working anymore. In the second half of life, we look to relate to the world, not manage it.
Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Barrie, ON L4M (Online Only)
Currently, we provide online counseling services exclusively, featuring a talented team of counselors from diverse backgrounds who can tackle a wide range of mental health issues. Our primary goal is to nurture the holistic well-being of our clients, addressing their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects through exceptional counseling services. We cater to individuals, couples, and families, tailoring our approach for each unique client. In the event of client dissatisfaction with a therapist, we pledge to either find an appropriate replacement or suggest an unaffiliated alternative expert to ensure their needs are met.
Currently, we provide online counseling services exclusively, featuring a talented team of counselors from diverse backgrounds who can tackle a wide range of mental health issues. Our primary goal is to nurture the holistic well-being of our clients, addressing their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects through exceptional counseling services. We cater to individuals, couples, and families, tailoring our approach for each unique client. In the event of client dissatisfaction with a therapist, we pledge to either find an appropriate replacement or suggest an unaffiliated alternative expert to ensure their needs are met.
Mario Spiler
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CHT, MNLP
Verified Verified
Barrie, ON L4M
I am an experienced Registered Social Worker Psychotherapist with a career spanning over 37 years. My dedication to helping individuals, couples and families navigate their mental health and well-being has made me a trusted source of support for diverse patient populations. My career has been particularly driven by my commitment to understanding and addressing the unique challenges faced by individuals with psychological and psychiatric conditions, first responders, and their families, making me a valuable resource in their healing journey. I rely on evidence-based methodologies and offer a diverse range of therapeutic approaches.
I am an experienced Registered Social Worker Psychotherapist with a career spanning over 37 years. My dedication to helping individuals, couples and families navigate their mental health and well-being has made me a trusted source of support for diverse patient populations. My career has been particularly driven by my commitment to understanding and addressing the unique challenges faced by individuals with psychological and psychiatric conditions, first responders, and their families, making me a valuable resource in their healing journey. I rely on evidence-based methodologies and offer a diverse range of therapeutic approaches.
Quickly Booked Personality Assessments
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Barrie, ON L4M
Monthly complimentary case consultation for physicians and educators. Treatment is based on effective strategies supported by the latest research in various psychology areas, such as psychotherapy, brain science, neuropsychology, learning, decision-making, and behavioural economics. Do you think you have adult ADHD? Do you or your child have difficulty with learning? If you have trouble completing tasks, are disorganized, and have a busy mind, you are showing signs of attentional difficulties. You may notice difficulties with relationships, work, academics, understanding, and memory. We provide assessments and therapy to help you.
Monthly complimentary case consultation for physicians and educators. Treatment is based on effective strategies supported by the latest research in various psychology areas, such as psychotherapy, brain science, neuropsychology, learning, decision-making, and behavioural economics. Do you think you have adult ADHD? Do you or your child have difficulty with learning? If you have trouble completing tasks, are disorganized, and have a busy mind, you are showing signs of attentional difficulties. You may notice difficulties with relationships, work, academics, understanding, and memory. We provide assessments and therapy to help you.
Online Therapists
Shift Collab | We'll find your perfect fit!
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5V (Online Only)
We do this by offering exceptional virtual therapy across Canada through individual, couples, and family sessions.
Are you struggling to find a therapist that feels like a good fit? Are you constantly scrolling through directories and feeling overwhelmed? Ya, we get it. Finding a therapist is kind of like dating, and it takes effort to find the right fit for you. We’ve got you. Shift Collab is one of Canada’s leading online therapy practices, offering exceptional mental health care across Canada. Our diverse team collaborates with you to navigate all of life’s challenges. We believe therapy should feel simple, actionable and relatable, which is why we’ve created an innovative matching process to partner you with a therapist who truly gets you.
We do this by offering exceptional virtual therapy across Canada through individual, couples, and family sessions.
Are you struggling to find a therapist that feels like a good fit? Are you constantly scrolling through directories and feeling overwhelmed? Ya, we get it. Finding a therapist is kind of like dating, and it takes effort to find the right fit for you. We’ve got you. Shift Collab is one of Canada’s leading online therapy practices, offering exceptional mental health care across Canada. Our diverse team collaborates with you to navigate all of life’s challenges. We believe therapy should feel simple, actionable and relatable, which is why we’ve created an innovative matching process to partner you with a therapist who truly gets you.
Behnoosh Amelimousavi
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North York, ON M2L (Online Only)
I have a proven record of more than 10 years of dealing with a wide range of clients, including those struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and other mental health issues. I have also worked extensively with couples and families. I am skilled in using a variety of therapeutic approaches, including CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma-informed interventions ( IFS, Somatic works, yoga therapy, Hypnotherapy), Mindfulness, Family Counselling, and Couple Therapy.
I have a proven record of more than 10 years of dealing with a wide range of clients, including those struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and other mental health issues. I have also worked extensively with couples and families. I am skilled in using a variety of therapeutic approaches, including CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma-informed interventions ( IFS, Somatic works, yoga therapy, Hypnotherapy), Mindfulness, Family Counselling, and Couple Therapy.
Jan Hill
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, PhD, MCC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6R
We all have times when we feel overwhelmed by unexpected changes in our family life, relationships, careers or health - times when strong emotions are difficult to manage alone. Perhaps you are experiencing divorce, looking for a career change, deeply saddening by the state of our planet, or wondering what comes next. Maybe you long for a different life, but don't know what to move towards. You might be a high-achieving professional whose drive for success has left you feeling isolated and disconnected. You may be an exhausted or frustrated parent/partner, or grieving the loss of someone you love. You may be male/female/non-binary.
We all have times when we feel overwhelmed by unexpected changes in our family life, relationships, careers or health - times when strong emotions are difficult to manage alone. Perhaps you are experiencing divorce, looking for a career change, deeply saddening by the state of our planet, or wondering what comes next. Maybe you long for a different life, but don't know what to move towards. You might be a high-achieving professional whose drive for success has left you feeling isolated and disconnected. You may be an exhausted or frustrated parent/partner, or grieving the loss of someone you love. You may be male/female/non-binary.
Trish Meekins
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CYC, CCH
Verified Verified
Owen Sound, ON N4K
I have been a counsellor and a teacher for over 25 years and look forward to meeting people and assisting them with their life journey. I have a lot of experience with young people but based on my knowledge and life experience I feel confident in addressing all issues that people tend to face in life. I offer individual, couple and family therapy and offer groups regularly. Being that my education and life experience is based on the whole person I am better able to assess for next steps.
I have been a counsellor and a teacher for over 25 years and look forward to meeting people and assisting them with their life journey. I have a lot of experience with young people but based on my knowledge and life experience I feel confident in addressing all issues that people tend to face in life. I offer individual, couple and family therapy and offer groups regularly. Being that my education and life experience is based on the whole person I am better able to assess for next steps.
Nastaran Adibrad Ph.d Registered Psychotherapist
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, RP, CCCP, OAMHP, EMDR
Verified Verified
Richmond Hill, ON L4B (Online Only)
Nastaran Adibrad, Ph.D. is a Registered Psychotherapist, Certified Canadian Counsellour and Psychotherapist (CCCP) with a specialty in Couple and Family Therapy and 17 years experience. She received her undergraduate degree, B.A in psychotherapy from Esfahan University in 1992, M.A In Psychotherapy from Allameh Tabatabaee University in 1998. She got her Ph.D in psychotherapy from Teacher Training University of Iran in 2004. From 1996 to 2008, she taught at Psychology and Educational Science Department at Esfahan University and Shahid Beheshti University where she had an opportunity to educate many B.A and M.A's students in Iran
Nastaran Adibrad, Ph.D. is a Registered Psychotherapist, Certified Canadian Counsellour and Psychotherapist (CCCP) with a specialty in Couple and Family Therapy and 17 years experience. She received her undergraduate degree, B.A in psychotherapy from Esfahan University in 1992, M.A In Psychotherapy from Allameh Tabatabaee University in 1998. She got her Ph.D in psychotherapy from Teacher Training University of Iran in 2004. From 1996 to 2008, she taught at Psychology and Educational Science Department at Esfahan University and Shahid Beheshti University where she had an opportunity to educate many B.A and M.A's students in Iran
Newmarket Therapy Centre
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Newmarket, ON L3Y
Our speciality is treating anxiety, depression, complex/developmental trauma, and couples/family therapy.
Our most fundamental need is to be seen, heard and accepted as we are. It is no surprise that the strongest determining factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. Positive change happens when we become more like ourselves rather than trying to be something others want us to be. Our team of experienced psychotherapists are here to support individuals, couples and families with their journeys towards greater wholeness and authenticity. We work with the mind, emotions and nervous system to break unhealthy thinking patterns, unburden emotional pain and trauma, build healthy self-esteem, and find deeper meaning in life.
Our speciality is treating anxiety, depression, complex/developmental trauma, and couples/family therapy.
Our most fundamental need is to be seen, heard and accepted as we are. It is no surprise that the strongest determining factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. Positive change happens when we become more like ourselves rather than trying to be something others want us to be. Our team of experienced psychotherapists are here to support individuals, couples and families with their journeys towards greater wholeness and authenticity. We work with the mind, emotions and nervous system to break unhealthy thinking patterns, unburden emotional pain and trauma, build healthy self-esteem, and find deeper meaning in life.
Aizhan Zhumasheva
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North York, ON M3J
I have extensive clinical experience in providing assessments, counseling, and psychotherapy for individuals and their families with a wide range of mental health conditions and life issues, including anxiety, and mood disorders, addiction, trauma, low self-esteem, interpersonal and family relationship difficulties, work-related stress, career transition.
I am passionate about guiding my clients to increase their self-awareness, discover themselves, achieve their goals, and make their desired change. Exploring the clients' thinking and discovering new ways of looking at things I invite my clients to better understand how the clients may bring about positive changes that will enhance their quality of life. Before becoming a social worker in Canada, I started my career in mental health as a psychiatrist (obtain a medical degree outside of Canada). For more than 20 years, I have worked with individuals who suffer from mental health disorders and substance misuse.
I have extensive clinical experience in providing assessments, counseling, and psychotherapy for individuals and their families with a wide range of mental health conditions and life issues, including anxiety, and mood disorders, addiction, trauma, low self-esteem, interpersonal and family relationship difficulties, work-related stress, career transition.
I am passionate about guiding my clients to increase their self-awareness, discover themselves, achieve their goals, and make their desired change. Exploring the clients' thinking and discovering new ways of looking at things I invite my clients to better understand how the clients may bring about positive changes that will enhance their quality of life. Before becoming a social worker in Canada, I started my career in mental health as a psychiatrist (obtain a medical degree outside of Canada). For more than 20 years, I have worked with individuals who suffer from mental health disorders and substance misuse.
Tatjana Krajnjan
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5G
I am a caring, knowledgeable, and empathetic clinician with over 18 years of experience providing individual and family therapy for children, youth, and adults.
“The purpose of psychotherapy is to set people free”. My goal is to help you resolve and change troublesome thoughts, beliefs and behaviors. If you decide to start therapy with me, I will strive to create a safe, confidential and non-judgmental environment for your full and free expression. I will skillfully and collaboratively direct our work so that you can reach the goals you've set for yourself, and reclaim your resilience, strength and hope.
I am a caring, knowledgeable, and empathetic clinician with over 18 years of experience providing individual and family therapy for children, youth, and adults.
“The purpose of psychotherapy is to set people free”. My goal is to help you resolve and change troublesome thoughts, beliefs and behaviors. If you decide to start therapy with me, I will strive to create a safe, confidential and non-judgmental environment for your full and free expression. I will skillfully and collaboratively direct our work so that you can reach the goals you've set for yourself, and reclaim your resilience, strength and hope.
Karen Searle
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Peterborough, ON K9H
I have been a therapist for over 30 years in a variety of settings including children's mental health agencies, school boards, family service agencies, university/colleges, etc.
Do you experience unwanted feelings, emotions, sensations, attitudes, or pains without necessarily being aware of the underlying causes of them? Do you experience ongoing symptoms of anxiety or depression? Have you faced the loss of a loved one or friend or suffered from an incident (divorce, car accident, an assault, etc.,) which continues to cause you ongoing emotional or physical pain? I use a client-centred approach to guiding clients in addressing and releasing unwanted emotional or behavioural after-effects of life events such as grief/loss, injuries, illness, relationship concerns and other painful life experiences.
I have been a therapist for over 30 years in a variety of settings including children's mental health agencies, school boards, family service agencies, university/colleges, etc.
Do you experience unwanted feelings, emotions, sensations, attitudes, or pains without necessarily being aware of the underlying causes of them? Do you experience ongoing symptoms of anxiety or depression? Have you faced the loss of a loved one or friend or suffered from an incident (divorce, car accident, an assault, etc.,) which continues to cause you ongoing emotional or physical pain? I use a client-centred approach to guiding clients in addressing and releasing unwanted emotional or behavioural after-effects of life events such as grief/loss, injuries, illness, relationship concerns and other painful life experiences.
Svitlana Chechel
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Thornhill, ON L4J
This entails using various modalities that are somatic, behaviour & cognitive this includes: Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Welcome! I understand the complexity of mind-body connections in healing. With collaborative efforts, we tackle accumulated trauma and mental health issues using somatic, behavioural, and cognitive techniques. I prioritize equipping individuals with diverse tools for daily challenges, tailored to meet their specific needs.
This entails using various modalities that are somatic, behaviour & cognitive this includes: Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Welcome! I understand the complexity of mind-body connections in healing. With collaborative efforts, we tackle accumulated trauma and mental health issues using somatic, behavioural, and cognitive techniques. I prioritize equipping individuals with diverse tools for daily challenges, tailored to meet their specific needs.
Lana Mamisashvili
Registered Social Worker, BSc, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North York, ON M2N (Online Only)
Even if you can’t quite put your finger on what is troubling you, you know something is missing or wrong. You feel overwhelmed, stuck or lost and even though you might have felt like you were coping before, now things seem just too much. You’ve been waiting for something to change but the truth is, you just keep feeling more anxious while you try to keep it together for others. You might feel sad for no apparent reason, cry easily, anger easily, or find yourself withdrawing from friends and family. Things don’t seem to be getting any better and you’re not sure where to turn or what to do next.
Even if you can’t quite put your finger on what is troubling you, you know something is missing or wrong. You feel overwhelmed, stuck or lost and even though you might have felt like you were coping before, now things seem just too much. You’ve been waiting for something to change but the truth is, you just keep feeling more anxious while you try to keep it together for others. You might feel sad for no apparent reason, cry easily, anger easily, or find yourself withdrawing from friends and family. Things don’t seem to be getting any better and you’re not sure where to turn or what to do next.
Mary Ann Macri
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wasaga Beach, ON L9Z
There are time in our lives when we need to reach out for support from someone other than our friends and family.
I have had the privilege to counsel many individuals, couples and groups over the past 22 years. Whether you're experiencing distressing symptoms of anxiety, depression, grief, chronic sadness, faltering relationships or a sense of loss of meaning, you are not alone. I am dedicated to holding a compassionate and safe space where whatever you need to express can be seen and heard without judgment or agenda. I draw upon proven counselling tools to help create an atmosphere for change and wellness for clients of all ages, backgrounds, ethnicities, gender and sexual preference.
There are time in our lives when we need to reach out for support from someone other than our friends and family.
I have had the privilege to counsel many individuals, couples and groups over the past 22 years. Whether you're experiencing distressing symptoms of anxiety, depression, grief, chronic sadness, faltering relationships or a sense of loss of meaning, you are not alone. I am dedicated to holding a compassionate and safe space where whatever you need to express can be seen and heard without judgment or agenda. I draw upon proven counselling tools to help create an atmosphere for change and wellness for clients of all ages, backgrounds, ethnicities, gender and sexual preference.
Debbie Papadakis
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CHT, CI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6P
addictions, grief, stress management, emotional blockages, sleep issues, fears, family conflict, and more.
Hello, my name is Debbie Papadakis. My goal is to empower you to unfold your inherent potential by accessing the subconscious mind using a combination of psychotherapy with hypnotherapy to help you live a healthy, wealthy, productive and happy life. For more than 25 years, I have worked with a wide variety of individuals, couples and groups from diverse backgrounds to help empower them to overcome limiting beliefs, unwanted behaviours, negative thoughts and emotions, addictions and/or afflictions, fears and phobias that were hindering them from achieving their goals, unleashing their full potential, and living in harmony.
addictions, grief, stress management, emotional blockages, sleep issues, fears, family conflict, and more.
Hello, my name is Debbie Papadakis. My goal is to empower you to unfold your inherent potential by accessing the subconscious mind using a combination of psychotherapy with hypnotherapy to help you live a healthy, wealthy, productive and happy life. For more than 25 years, I have worked with a wide variety of individuals, couples and groups from diverse backgrounds to help empower them to overcome limiting beliefs, unwanted behaviours, negative thoughts and emotions, addictions and/or afflictions, fears and phobias that were hindering them from achieving their goals, unleashing their full potential, and living in harmony.
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Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.