Therapists in K9J
Isabel Mackenzie Lay
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP
2 Endorsed
Peterborough, ON K9J
Not accepting new clients
Away From Work On Maternity Leave - Not Accepting New Clients At This Time.
As a Registered Psychotherapist, the strength of my practice is in helping people living with depression/anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, pregnancy, postpartum and parenting challenges, childhood trauma, grief and mourning, eating disorders/body image issues, career stress, and relationship issues. In my practice, I help clients to become 'directors' of their own experience and to understand how behaviours that were once part of creatively adjusting to past environments may be interfering with their ability to function fully in the present moment.
Away From Work On Maternity Leave - Not Accepting New Clients At This Time.
As a Registered Psychotherapist, the strength of my practice is in helping people living with depression/anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, pregnancy, postpartum and parenting challenges, childhood trauma, grief and mourning, eating disorders/body image issues, career stress, and relationship issues. In my practice, I help clients to become 'directors' of their own experience and to understand how behaviours that were once part of creatively adjusting to past environments may be interfering with their ability to function fully in the present moment.
When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves. – Viktor Frankl- Jennifer is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and a graduate of Tyndale University graduate with a Master’s degree in Counselling. She draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed approaches, as well as Family Systems therapy. Jennifer also offers faith-based therapy, integrating spiritual perspectives into her practice where requested, to support clients in their healing journey.
When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves. – Viktor Frankl- Jennifer is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and a graduate of Tyndale University graduate with a Master’s degree in Counselling. She draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed approaches, as well as Family Systems therapy. Jennifer also offers faith-based therapy, integrating spiritual perspectives into her practice where requested, to support clients in their healing journey.
Ann-Marie Covert
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Life can be really challenging sometimes. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or trauma, there is hope for healing. We can help you find meaningful ways to process your emotions, rebuild your identity, and provide safety to unresolved trauma stored in your body. Each of our Mindjoy Therapists uses a holistic approach, recognizing that trauma can impact our spirit, soul, and body.
Life can be really challenging sometimes. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or trauma, there is hope for healing. We can help you find meaningful ways to process your emotions, rebuild your identity, and provide safety to unresolved trauma stored in your body. Each of our Mindjoy Therapists uses a holistic approach, recognizing that trauma can impact our spirit, soul, and body.
Children and youth live in a different world today than most parents grew up in. It can be difficult for parents to understand why their children are expressing anxiety, sadness or stress in their lives. I can help children and youth navigate through their emotions, worries and self-defeating thoughts in a fun and engaging style. I coach children and youth through emotional regulation techniques that they can use in all situations to help manage challenging or stressful situations. I use a relational, client centered model to help children and youth understand themselves better in order to feel more secure and regulated in life.
Children and youth live in a different world today than most parents grew up in. It can be difficult for parents to understand why their children are expressing anxiety, sadness or stress in their lives. I can help children and youth navigate through their emotions, worries and self-defeating thoughts in a fun and engaging style. I coach children and youth through emotional regulation techniques that they can use in all situations to help manage challenging or stressful situations. I use a relational, client centered model to help children and youth understand themselves better in order to feel more secure and regulated in life.
You may be at a place in life you want to get away from. Or there may be a place you want to get to. I bring tools for us to build a roadmap. I provide trauma-informed, queer-affirming, and fat-positive assessment and psychotherapy services. I help clients with depression, anxiety, major life transitions, traumatic experiences, health-related issues (e.g., insomnia, cancer, pregnancy), interpersonal difficulties, and questions about identity, sexuality, and meaning.
You may be at a place in life you want to get away from. Or there may be a place you want to get to. I bring tools for us to build a roadmap. I provide trauma-informed, queer-affirming, and fat-positive assessment and psychotherapy services. I help clients with depression, anxiety, major life transitions, traumatic experiences, health-related issues (e.g., insomnia, cancer, pregnancy), interpersonal difficulties, and questions about identity, sexuality, and meaning.
If you find yourself feeling irritable, critical, stressed, and overwhelmed, it may be a sign that you are struggling to cope with the effects of the trauma. These symptoms can lead to bursts of anger that may leave you feeling ashamed and isolated. As a professional who may have tried other modalities without success, you may be feeling discouraged and hopeless about finding relief from your symptoms. However, it is important to remember that healing is possible and that you deserve to live a life free from the grips of trauma.
If you find yourself feeling irritable, critical, stressed, and overwhelmed, it may be a sign that you are struggling to cope with the effects of the trauma. These symptoms can lead to bursts of anger that may leave you feeling ashamed and isolated. As a professional who may have tried other modalities without success, you may be feeling discouraged and hopeless about finding relief from your symptoms. However, it is important to remember that healing is possible and that you deserve to live a life free from the grips of trauma.
Welcome to Emerald Shores Therapy, where healing and growth meet in a calm and supportive environment. We offer personalized therapy sessions designed to help you navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and achieve emotional well-being. Whether you’re seeking support for anxiety, stress, relationships, or personal growth, we are here to guide you every step of the way. At Emerald Shores, your journey to balance and renewal begins. Let’s take the first step together.
Welcome to Emerald Shores Therapy, where healing and growth meet in a calm and supportive environment. We offer personalized therapy sessions designed to help you navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and achieve emotional well-being. Whether you’re seeking support for anxiety, stress, relationships, or personal growth, we are here to guide you every step of the way. At Emerald Shores, your journey to balance and renewal begins. Let’s take the first step together.
Kayla Sparkes
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
1 Endorsed
Peterborough, ON K9J
Not accepting new clients
Challenges and adversity in life are unavoidable and often it's all too easy to get stuck or held back by the weight of it. In this world, so many of us believe we should be able to 'get unstuck' on our own and then struggle to figure out why that seems so hard. As humans, our need for help is universal although asking for it can be hard. My first goal is to create a safe, non-judgemental space to voice what you nee, and second, to work with you to identify and break free from the patterns and beliefs that keep you stuck. You have the ability to get 'unstuck', sometimes the first step is allowing yourself to ask for help to find it.
Challenges and adversity in life are unavoidable and often it's all too easy to get stuck or held back by the weight of it. In this world, so many of us believe we should be able to 'get unstuck' on our own and then struggle to figure out why that seems so hard. As humans, our need for help is universal although asking for it can be hard. My first goal is to create a safe, non-judgemental space to voice what you nee, and second, to work with you to identify and break free from the patterns and beliefs that keep you stuck. You have the ability to get 'unstuck', sometimes the first step is allowing yourself to ask for help to find it.
Hello, I'm Olga. I support people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or disordered eating, and who are looking for a thoughtful and thorough approach to their mental well-being. I am a Christian and offer faith-integrated therapy if that is important to you. You are a whole person, so we can explore your nervous system, emotions, thoughts, boundaries, and behaviors to help you heal.
Hello, I'm Olga. I support people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or disordered eating, and who are looking for a thoughtful and thorough approach to their mental well-being. I am a Christian and offer faith-integrated therapy if that is important to you. You are a whole person, so we can explore your nervous system, emotions, thoughts, boundaries, and behaviors to help you heal.
Hi, I’m Chisomo — and I help people who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected reclaim their stories and sense of self. Whether you're navigating everyday stress, identity struggles, or systemic pressures, you’re not alone. I offer a warm, affirming space where all backgrounds are welcome and your story is honoured.
My approach is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and deep respect for your lived experience. With over ten years in the mental health and disability field, I understand how personal challenges often intersect with broader social systems — and how healing requires both personal insight and collective care.
Hi, I’m Chisomo — and I help people who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected reclaim their stories and sense of self. Whether you're navigating everyday stress, identity struggles, or systemic pressures, you’re not alone. I offer a warm, affirming space where all backgrounds are welcome and your story is honoured.
My approach is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and deep respect for your lived experience. With over ten years in the mental health and disability field, I understand how personal challenges often intersect with broader social systems — and how healing requires both personal insight and collective care.
Samantha Snider
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, and welcome! I'm Samantha, a Registered Social Worker in the Province of Ontario. I have experience offering compassionate and client-centered therapy to individuals and couples. As a social worker, I am deeply committed to helping you build resilience, self-awareness, and coping skills that can empower you to lead a more fulfilling and balanced life. Whether you’re navigating relationship difficulties, personal struggles (i.e., grief, anxiety, trauma), seeking a deeper connection with yourself and others around you, or simply need someone to talk to. I am here to help guide you on your journey toward healing.
Hello, and welcome! I'm Samantha, a Registered Social Worker in the Province of Ontario. I have experience offering compassionate and client-centered therapy to individuals and couples. As a social worker, I am deeply committed to helping you build resilience, self-awareness, and coping skills that can empower you to lead a more fulfilling and balanced life. Whether you’re navigating relationship difficulties, personal struggles (i.e., grief, anxiety, trauma), seeking a deeper connection with yourself and others around you, or simply need someone to talk to. I am here to help guide you on your journey toward healing.
Are you feeling stuck? Wanting something to change, but unsure of how to actually make that happen? My practice is focused on providing psychotherapy and counselling services to support individuals, couples, and families turn their desire for change into action. Maybe your feelings of anxiety have started to overshadow things you really care about in your life... Maybe the ways you used to manage stresses in your life aren't working like they used to... Or maybe you feel alone trying to navigate a difficult or unexpected life transition. Whatever your reason for reading my profile today, I am glad you are taking the first step.
Are you feeling stuck? Wanting something to change, but unsure of how to actually make that happen? My practice is focused on providing psychotherapy and counselling services to support individuals, couples, and families turn their desire for change into action. Maybe your feelings of anxiety have started to overshadow things you really care about in your life... Maybe the ways you used to manage stresses in your life aren't working like they used to... Or maybe you feel alone trying to navigate a difficult or unexpected life transition. Whatever your reason for reading my profile today, I am glad you are taking the first step.
I am here to empower others as they navigate the complexities of life.
I am here to empower others as they navigate the complexities of life.
As a Clinical Supervisor, I’m here to support you throughout your professional journey. My goal is to help you strengthen your clinical skills, build confidence, and grow into the most effective and compassionate therapist you can be. I believe high-quality supervision is essential for navigating the challenges of this rewarding field. In our work together, you’ll find a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can explore clinical concerns, enhance your skills, and attend to your own well-being.
As a Clinical Supervisor, I’m here to support you throughout your professional journey. My goal is to help you strengthen your clinical skills, build confidence, and grow into the most effective and compassionate therapist you can be. I believe high-quality supervision is essential for navigating the challenges of this rewarding field. In our work together, you’ll find a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can explore clinical concerns, enhance your skills, and attend to your own well-being.
Hi, I’m Ashley.
Chronic pain and illness can change everything — how you feel in your body, how you see yourself, and how you connect with others. You may be grieving the version of you who felt confident, connected, or sexual. You might miss how things used to be, or feel exhausted from holding it all together.
Together, we’ll explore the emotional and relational impact of living with chronic pain or illness. We’ll gently get to know the parts of you shaped by grief, shame, survival, and resilience — and create space for all of them.
Hi, I’m Ashley.
Chronic pain and illness can change everything — how you feel in your body, how you see yourself, and how you connect with others. You may be grieving the version of you who felt confident, connected, or sexual. You might miss how things used to be, or feel exhausted from holding it all together.
Together, we’ll explore the emotional and relational impact of living with chronic pain or illness. We’ll gently get to know the parts of you shaped by grief, shame, survival, and resilience — and create space for all of them.
I support individuals who feel stuck and are curious about engaging in therapeutic art-making as an instrument of growth, support and personal empowerment. I work from a place of witnessing the human experience, with art-making at the centre that supports the healing process and anchors the therapeutic relationship. Art-making within a secure therapeutic relationship offers an opportunity to practice self-care and provides a safe place for further self-discoveries, new ways of solution finding and gaining new skills to manage some of life’s challenges.
I support individuals who feel stuck and are curious about engaging in therapeutic art-making as an instrument of growth, support and personal empowerment. I work from a place of witnessing the human experience, with art-making at the centre that supports the healing process and anchors the therapeutic relationship. Art-making within a secure therapeutic relationship offers an opportunity to practice self-care and provides a safe place for further self-discoveries, new ways of solution finding and gaining new skills to manage some of life’s challenges.
I believe each person is the keeper of their own inner wisdom. Over time, many people learn to silence their values and authentic voice in order to cope. My role as a therapist is to offer a safe, supportive, and respectful space where you feel seen, heard, and valued. Therapy is a collaborative process rooted in trust and genuine connection. I walk alongside you as you explore your experiences, deepen self-understanding, and reconnect with the wisdom you already hold.
I believe each person is the keeper of their own inner wisdom. Over time, many people learn to silence their values and authentic voice in order to cope. My role as a therapist is to offer a safe, supportive, and respectful space where you feel seen, heard, and valued. Therapy is a collaborative process rooted in trust and genuine connection. I walk alongside you as you explore your experiences, deepen self-understanding, and reconnect with the wisdom you already hold.
Hello! The therapy that I offer focuses on working together to more deeply understand your experiences, struggles and symptoms. I believe that emotional growth stems from a secure, genuine and connected relationship, and therefore the fundamental focus of my work involves attending to and supporting the development of each unique therapeutic connection. I have worked for 20 years as a clinician and researcher conducting psychological assessment and treatment. I now work teaching and supervising university undergraduate and graduate students in learning psychotherapy theory and skills.
Hello! The therapy that I offer focuses on working together to more deeply understand your experiences, struggles and symptoms. I believe that emotional growth stems from a secure, genuine and connected relationship, and therefore the fundamental focus of my work involves attending to and supporting the development of each unique therapeutic connection. I have worked for 20 years as a clinician and researcher conducting psychological assessment and treatment. I now work teaching and supervising university undergraduate and graduate students in learning psychotherapy theory and skills.
We at Advocating Hope recognize that you have struggled on your own. We are in awe of your commitment to change. We can offer you an environment in which you can share without feeling judged; an impartial ear to bounce ideas, concerns, and untold events; a practical and wholistic approach to explore your struggles; an environment renewing your own skills or developing new ones; a way to discover the differences between perceptions and facts and how to develop innovative ways to look at an old issue.
We at Advocating Hope recognize that you have struggled on your own. We are in awe of your commitment to change. We can offer you an environment in which you can share without feeling judged; an impartial ear to bounce ideas, concerns, and untold events; a practical and wholistic approach to explore your struggles; an environment renewing your own skills or developing new ones; a way to discover the differences between perceptions and facts and how to develop innovative ways to look at an old issue.
Brenda Whiteman, RSW, Professional Services
Registered Social Worker, BA, RSW, OAMHP
5 Endorsed
Peterborough, ON K9J
Not accepting new clients
My therapeutic work with clients is from a holistic, person-specific and spiritual perspective, seeking to transform all experiences to the benefit of the individual. It is necessary to integrate and metabolize the emotional, psychological, spiritual and physical components of our total life experience in order to deepen and strengthen the personality. This leads to greater capacity for joy and happiness, as well as creating a profound capacity to embrace the sadness and pain that are part of everyone's journey.
My therapeutic work with clients is from a holistic, person-specific and spiritual perspective, seeking to transform all experiences to the benefit of the individual. It is necessary to integrate and metabolize the emotional, psychological, spiritual and physical components of our total life experience in order to deepen and strengthen the personality. This leads to greater capacity for joy and happiness, as well as creating a profound capacity to embrace the sadness and pain that are part of everyone's journey.
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Number of Counsellors in K9J
100+
Average cost per session
$150
Counsellors in K9J who prioritize treating:
| 92% | Anxiety |
| 82% | Stress |
| 79% | Self Esteem |
| 77% | Depression |
| 73% | Relationship Issues |
| 71% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 65% | Grief |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 58% | SunLife |
| 56% | Manulife |
| 55% | Green Shield Canada |
How Counsellors in K9J see their clients
| 76% | In Person and Online | |
| 24% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 84% | Female | |
| 13% | Male | |
| 3% | Non-Binary |