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Hopewithin
Registered Social Worker, BAPsyc, RSSW

Hopewithin

Registered Social Worker, BAPsyc, RSSW (she, her)

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1 Endorsed
Huntsville, ON P1H
Let's Connect (249) 559-1589
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Leslie offers Psychiatry assessment and consultation through Psychotherapy Matters Virtual Clinic. She is a Registered Member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, Psychotherapist in good standing and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Laurentian University. She has devoted her life to supporting and advocating for her community through schools, mental health services, community outreach programs and recovery centres as a Case Manager, Primary Therapist and Mental Health Lead in the Muskoka, Parry Sound area.
Leslie has experience working with all ages and stages of life, supporting those living with learning disabilities, developmental delay, autism spectrum, anxiety, depression, relationship and family dynamics, bereavement, mood disorders, trauma, addiction, neurodiversity and neuro-degenerative disorders.
Leslie's practice in this field spans across 25 years, staying attune with the latest evidence based approaches. She is Certified through CAMH in Addiction Medicine and Psychotherapy Interventions, she holds a CACPT Play Therapy Certificate and a is Certified Brainspotting Consultant.
Call or Hopewithin now for a free 15 minute consultation - (249) 559-1589

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Hopewithin

Huntsville, ON P1H

(249) 559-1589

Bracebridge, ON P1L

Hi there, welcome to my website Hopewith.xyz where we can connect, Chat soon, Leslie
I specialize in Palliation and End of Life Care  
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (249) 559-1589
Photo of Leslie Burgess - Hopewithin, Registered Social Worker, BAPsyc, RSSW

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Hopewithin

Huntsville, ON P1H

(249) 559-1589

Bracebridge, ON P1L

Hi there, welcome to my website Hopewith.xyz where we can connect, Chat soon, Leslie
I specialize in Palliation and End of Life Care  
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $175

Payment Methods

American Express, e-Transfer, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • CVAP | Crime Victim
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Victim Quick Response Program ( VQRP) is accepted; for others, receipts are provided to for insurance reimbursement.
Photo of Leslie Burgess - Hopewithin, Registered Social Worker, BAPsyc, RSSW
Hopewithin
Registered Social Worker, BAPsyc, RSSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 559-1589
"
Victim Quick Response Program ( VQRP) is accepted; for others, receipts are provided to for insurance reimbursement.
Photo of Leslie Burgess - Hopewithin, Registered Social Worker, BAPsyc, RSSW
Hopewithin
Registered Social Worker, BAPsyc, RSSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 559-1589

Qualifications

    Registered Social Worker: Leslie Burgess

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers Leslie Burgess
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 3 years
  • Attended Laurentian University, B.A.Psychology, Graduated 1999
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, Psychotherapist 817862 / 2024
  • Certificate from MoCa Cognitive Assessment CABURLE710682158-01 / 2024
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Psychotherapy Matters Virtual Clinic Accreditation
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Hopewithin
Registered Social Worker, BAPsyc, RSSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 559-1589
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Psychotherapy Matters Virtual Clinic Accreditation
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Hopewithin
Registered Social Worker, BAPsyc, RSSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 559-1589

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Palliation and End of Life Care

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anxiety
  • Caregivers
  • Chronic Illness
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • First Responders
  • Grief
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Life Transitions
  • Parenting
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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Have you ever noticed how your gaze naturally lingers when you're processing something deep? Brainspotting harnesses that connection to help your brain heal, without needing all the words. What If your eyes could help unlock stuck emotions? Brainspotting taps into your brain's natural ability to process un-resolved experiences and find relief, often more gently than traditional therapy.
Photo of Leslie Burgess - Hopewithin, Registered Social Worker, BAPsyc, RSSW
Hopewithin
Registered Social Worker, BAPsyc, RSSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 559-1589
"
Have you ever noticed how your gaze naturally lingers when you're processing something deep? Brainspotting harnesses that connection to help your brain heal, without needing all the words. What If your eyes could help unlock stuck emotions? Brainspotting taps into your brain's natural ability to process un-resolved experiences and find relief, often more gently than traditional therapy.
Photo of Leslie Burgess - Hopewithin, Registered Social Worker, BAPsyc, RSSW
Hopewithin
Registered Social Worker, BAPsyc, RSSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 559-1589

Endorsement

Lee Merkley
Lee Merkley
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)RSSW
Leslie compassionately brings ethical judgment, and a warm, grounded presence. She employs a thoughtful, trauma informed lens to her work and creates a sense of safety that allows clients to explore even the most difficult experiences at their own pace.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Brainspotting
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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Brainspotting Therapy can be used to help treat survivors of trauma and abuse. It is used with clients with anxiety, phobias, addictions, depression, and somatic pain. It is also used for athletes, actors, writers, musicians, and public speakers for performance enhancement.
Photo of Leslie Burgess - Hopewithin, Registered Social Worker, BAPsyc, RSSW
Hopewithin
Registered Social Worker, BAPsyc, RSSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 559-1589
"
Brainspotting Therapy can be used to help treat survivors of trauma and abuse. It is used with clients with anxiety, phobias, addictions, depression, and somatic pain. It is also used for athletes, actors, writers, musicians, and public speakers for performance enhancement.
Photo of Leslie Burgess - Hopewithin, Registered Social Worker, BAPsyc, RSSW
Hopewithin
Registered Social Worker, BAPsyc, RSSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 559-1589

Location

Primary Location

Hopewithin

Huntsville, ON P1H

(249) 559-1589

Additional Location

Bracebridge, ON P1L

(249) 559-1589

Nearby Areas

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Hi there, welcome to my website Hopewith.xyz where we can connect, Chat soon, Leslie
Photo of Leslie Burgess - Hopewithin, Registered Social Worker, BAPsyc, RSSW
Hopewithin
Registered Social Worker, BAPsyc, RSSW
Call for a free consultation now - (249) 559-1589
"
Hi there, welcome to my website Hopewith.xyz where we can connect, Chat soon, Leslie
Photo of Leslie Burgess - Hopewithin, Registered Social Worker, BAPsyc, RSSW
Hopewithin
Registered Social Worker, BAPsyc, RSSW
Call for a free consultation now - (249) 559-1589