Finding someone to trust as you are managing through turbulent times is stressful, and can be overwhelming. I thank you for considering me as part of this journey. Specializing in strength-based approaches to assist individuals, families, and couples to find balance in daily living. I work hard to build solid relationships through understanding and trust while offering an opportunity to challenge growth in my clients though healing of the past and paving new paths to the future.

Most of the people you know would say you seem fine. But really, you're just going through the motions. You put on a smile when you actually really feel sad, numb, hopeless, angry, overwhelmed or all of the above. Feelings of fear, shame and guilt guide your choices. You've lost interest in things you used to enjoy and find yourself preferring to stay home alone. Maybe you've started having anxiety and panic attacks. Now you can't even sleep well and have started to engage in self destructive thoughts and behaviours. You just don’t feel like yourself.

Are there times when the "ways of coping" have stop working and thoughts and feelings do not make sense anymore? Do you find yourself looking around confused about what is going on and how you got there? Whether it is a lifelong story or a recent one that is causing you discomfort I will provide pathways for clarity and effective strategies to help you move forward at your own pace and comfort level. Together we will establish the most effective tools for your "Tool Box" to navigate your life and empower you to define and achieve life goals for yourself.

It takes courage and strength to reach out, I understand it can be scary, difficult and uncomfortable you have taken the most difficult step which is reaching out. I work extensively with trauma, depression, anxiety, addictions, and relationship issues. I support individuals of all ages and abilities. I am a proud ally and support members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. I am happy to provide you with the support you deserve.

I believe that anyone can benefit from counselling. We all have our struggles and sometimes talking with someone in a safe, supportive and confidential environment can help to see things differently, develop new skills to put toward problems, and create new meaning about your own personal story. The most important factor in the therapeutic relationship, as in any relationship, is feeling safe and understood. I offer a warm, non-judgmental and open space in which to deepen your self-awareness and reach your goals.

The Family Enhancement Centre is a full service counselling centre. We work with children, youth, adults, couples and families dealing with a variety of issues including: anxiety, depression, marital issues, school issues, grief / loss, panic attacks, post traumatic stress disorder, suicidality, self harm, relationship issues, anger management, separation / divorce, blended families, victims of crime, etc.. With multiple registered therapists we personally match your needs with our therapist's skill set, approach and style and we guarantee a good therapeutic match or we will transfer you to another one of our therapists until it is.

Imagine your life free from the past and without fear of the future. You may have difficulties picturing this for yourself, but I can assure you that it's possible.

Suffering from PTSD? Feeling Depressed? Frustrated? Anxious? CBT Niagara can help you change the way you are thinking, feeling, and responding to certain stressors. CBT is a well researched form of psychotherapy that focuses on the connection between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. It is short-term therapy designed to teach skills and strategies so a person can gain better control of their life. At CBT Niagara, we run therapy groups as well as provide individual sessions. CBT Niagara is run by registered members of the College of Psychologists thus patients can access their workplace benefits.

Addictions and mental health are my specialties. With over 30 years of experience and formal training, I have worked with many individuals who want to live a better life. Family members and spouses are welcome to see me to learn how to cope with their loved one's problems.

There are times in all of our lives when we encounter struggles, change and challenges that require extra support. Working from a cognitive behavioural approach Barbara offers counselling services to help individuals, couples and families through stressful experiences. She has experience working with children, adolescents, teenagers and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, school/work issues and relationship struggles. She has specific training related to personality disorders and psychosis.

If you are affected by stress, anxiety or depression, or need post adoption support, please let me help you to find your inner strengths so that you can feel renewed hope. My background of working with people who experience mental health challenges, family crisis, and changing family dynamics through adoption, leads me to have a passion for teaching and guiding people as they adjust to life situations and make the changes they choose to make. Finding a way forward when dealing with the stress and changes resulting from COVID 19 is something we can do together.

It is highly unlikely that anyone gets through life without some type of challenge at some time in his or her life. Individuals who seek therapy are serious about addressing these challenges in order to live a more balanced, fulfilling life. I work with clients to first understand the issue, explore options and to form new understanding of themselves and their experience. I view the work my client and I undertake together in session as highly valuable and of critical importance to the overall health and stability of the individual.

As a clinical, health, and rehabilitation psychologist, I provide assessment and treatment for adolescents and adults for a range of issues including, but not limited to: anxiety, worry, depression, trauma, panic, social anxiety, obsessions and compulsions, insomnia, grief, anger, relationship issues, adjustment difficulties, life transitions, coping with chronic illness and pain, developmental difficulties, and bipolar disorder.

I have 30 years of experience in assisting clients with unique path discernment, empowering individuals and groups with a wide range of personal and work related issues, including wellness, personal transitions, managing change, grief and loss, stress management and end-of-life transition. I am a skilled facilitator in mindfulness meditation for stress reduction and emotional equanimity, helping you to unfold to your greatest potential.

We know that situations change, people change, and we change. Change can be exciting, but it can also be confusing and overwhelming. Sometimes it is really hard. What we know is that change builds resilience, and that resilience brings personal growth. We also know that personal growth leads to our overall well being. I believe that people have natural strengths and skills. My approach is to empower and support people to find their own answers, and grow with change. I care about a persons life story. I care about their thoughts, feelings and experiences that have shaped them into the unique individual that they are.

I think it’s safe to say you’ve come looking for some answers to questions you have, perhaps ones you’ve had for a long time. And, I think you have a lot of those important answers to puzzling questions inside you. I am open to working with individuals, couples and families with regards to a diverse range of challenges (e.g. trauma, grief and loss, eating disorders, addictions, various mental health diagnoses, anxiety, aging etc.)

Feeling Depressed? Frustrated? Anxious? CBT Niagara can help you change the way you are thinking, feeling, and responding to certain stressors. CBT is a well researched form of psychotherapy that focuses on the connection between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. It is short-term therapy designed to teach skills and strategies so a person can gain better control of their life. At CBT Niagara, in St. Catharines, we run therapy groups as well as provide individual sessions. CBT Niagara is run by registered members of the College of Psychologists thus patients can access their workplace benefits.

Please note that I work only with clients with alcohol use disorder! I run a program that helps people reduce or manage their drinking. I am a substance abuse professional, an Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drugs Counsellor. I help and support people with substance abuse/addictions issues and unhealthy coping behaviors. I do specialize in Alcohol only.

The Play Clinic provides a safe and secure place for children, youth, adults, and families to heal as they work through emotional, behavioural, and relational issues.