Teen Therapists in Barrie, ON

Are you overwhelmed by stress and anxiety? Do you feel like you're done, fed up, tired of the fighting? Are you unsure of how you got to this place, and unable to move forward? Struggling to communicate or to express yourself in relationships? Whether it's a marriage, your family or just personally, we can help work together to change your life, one step at a time.

Dr. Gyles is a Clinical & School Psychologist specializing in child & adolescent populations providing comprehensive assessments, therapy, & consultation. Dr. Gyles provides therapy for children and teens targeting depression, anxiety, academic anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, trauma, school struggles, and social issues. She uses evidence-based practices and takes a cognitive-behavioural therapy approach, with aspects of positive psychology, mindfulness, emotion focused, and narrative therapy approaches incorporated into treatment.

Are you, your child/ teenager or spouse having difficulties? Going through a separation and divorce? Life is filled with struggles that at times we need assistance with. Taking that first step to ask for assistance can be extremely difficult. I am a registered social worker with over twenty-five (25) years of experience working with children, youth, adults, couples and families in the field of family dynamics, trauma, grief and mental health. I operate from a client centered strengths-based approach where we can work through things collaboratively.

Have you experienced a recent loss, whether it be through a death of a loved one or a job change? Have you witnessed or directly suffered a traumatic event? Perhaps you are feeling overly anxious or sad, and can't concentrate or sleep? Or maybe your child or teenager has become withdrawn, is having difficulty maintaining his or her grades, and is more irritable or angry than typical? If these are among your concerns, it may be timely to seek assistance.

No Waitlist! Hi, My name is Lisa and I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in Ontario. I am currently finishing my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology through Yorkville University. I believe everyone can benefit from talking to another about life’s triumphs and challenges. Therapy can be a wonderful option for all, no matter the level of need. Whether it is to maintain a semblance of normality, control, and comfort in one’s life or to work through some of our most difficult experiences. I believe in the importance of early childhood development, and helping families develop positive, supportive relationships.

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.

If you are reading this, you are likely seeking support for yourself or a loved one. You are not alone. Like many others, I have struggled with depression, anxiety, and trauma. As a teenager and young adult, I was fortunate to have access to therapists who changed my life with their knowledge and compassion. I was inspired to earn a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology. which I attained from McGill University in Montreal. Now I strive to help others using my education in psychology, my personal experiences, and more than 10 years of experience working and training in the mental health field.

Please note all therapy sessions are done ONLINE. Are you a parent of a child, teen , or young adult showing signs of anxiety, depression, OCD, or other mental health challenges? Or is your child struggling with learning disabilities, including ADHD? I’m Dana D’Arville, and as a clinician with over a decade of experience supporting children, teens, and launching adults throughout Ontario, I know that therapy can offer your child effective coping strategies and behavioural tools that they will use for life. I’m also available to support you, the parent, in reinforcing the progress your child is likely to make through counselling.

Being a teen , post-secondary student or adult today can be tough. Anxiety, ADHD or low mood can make you feel stuck, stressed, overwhelmed or exhausted from trying to cope every day, but there is hope! Are you tired of feeling anxious, overwhelmed or down all the time? Are you constantly worrying? Maybe your social life, grades or job are being impacted. If you struggle with anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, social anxiety, life transitions, time management, ADHD, ASD, OCD, learning disabilities, peer/relationships issues, reach out for help today.

Do you feel stressed, anxious or have ADHD, autism or low mood? Are you a teen , post-secondary student or young adult that feels like everyone else seems to have the answers but you feel lost? Do you have a quirky personality? Are you tired of not being able to control your anxiety or emotions? Do you struggle with conflict or with making friends? It can be really scary navigating these issues but there is hope. If you struggle with anxiety, social anxiety, self-esteem, ADHD, autism, organization, studying issues, relationship issues (including peers), reach out today.

No-Wait List & In-Person Appts! ADHD, Stress/Anxiety, Self-Esteem, LGBTQIA+. You have a hard time "turning off" your racing mind and are feeling stressed. It might be hard for you to focus and you find yourself struggling to get things done. Perhaps you are struggling with procrastination, low motivation, or feeling in a "funk" because life is just too much sometimes. When you are stressed and overwhelmed, it can be hard to feel good about yourself and make the changes you'd like to see. If you are ready to work on yourself and start feeling better, you have come to the right place! You deserve to start feeling like YOU again.

I worked for 17 years providing community based therapy/counselling as an Addictions Therapist with a premier mental health and addictions hospital. Recently I have been the Senior Clinician with a community based mental health services program. I offer personalized and confidential services with a non-judgemental, empathic, and supportive approach. Along with Addiction based services for individuals and their family members, I have worked extensively with parent- teen and family based conflict, relationships, domestic violence, trauma, anger management and conflict resolution, mental health (eg. anxiety, depression, grief/loss, OCD, stress, suicide) as well as school refusal and peer difficulties.

Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy: Anxiety, Depression, Cutting Self Harm, Trauma, Divorce/Custody Issues, Eating Disorders, Oppositional Defiant Disorders. Adults: Relational Difficulties, Divorce, Work/Life Transitions, Self Destructive Behaviours are some of the reasons people choose to work with me. I am a Registered Psychotherapist, my background is Psychodynamic Psychotherapy- a therapeutic approach that embraces the work of all psychoanalytic therapies: object relations, ego psychology, self-psychology, mentalization and attachment theory. I tailor my approach to the individual child, adolescent or adult.

I believe in the importance of applying empathy, genuineness, and non-judgement to create safe and comfortable environments when assisting clients with life changes. I work individually, implementing Play Therapy, adolescent and adult psychotherapy. My treatment is guided by several theoretical models to better assist the uniqueness of an individual struggling with emotions, thoughts and behavioral patterns due to anxiety, depression and interpersonal challenges. My extensive experience has given me applicable knowledge and capability in areas of mental health, crisis management, and those struggling with daily living and life.

My areas of expertise are working with clients experiencing life transitions, anxiety, depression and emotional/behavioral difficulties. Families experiencing parent/ teen conflict. Youth involved in child welfare and youth justice systems Those experiencing issues of loss and bereavement.

Offering over 25 years providing psychotherapy and services to children, youth and families with a specialization in child, adolescent , perinatal, and adult mental health. Together we design a treatment plan unique to your individual needs. I have new office space located conveniently in Bolton, Ontario. In addition, I offer virtual appointments for anyone living in Ontario through OnCall Health a Canadian company that is committed to complete privacy between healthcare providers and their clients, powers video consultations.

No wait-list & in-person appt- ADHD, ASD, Stress/Anxiety, Grief Specialist! Life can be chaotic and isolating, and it can make you wonder why bad things happen or leave you feeling lost and unsure of your purpose. However, you don’t have to go through it alone—let’s be "fellow travellers" on this journey together. As a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) who specializes in working with both neurodivergent individuals and those experiencing grief and loss, I offer a safe and supportive space where you can be yourself and get the help you need to start feeling like YOU again.