Attachment-based Therapists in Barrie, ON

Katrina Moore-Pettersson
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4N
I weave together my many years of experience in mental health care with Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems/parts work, nature-based practices, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, attachment theory, polyvagal theory and general fun facts about the nervous system. I offer a compassionate space to land, talk things out and feel heard, learn practical tools and skills, feel more regulated, empowered and connected to yourself and others, explore and create new patterns in your body, deepen self-awareness, and get unstuck. You can expect to feel attuned to, validated, and met with zero judgment and a whole lot of empathy.
I weave together my many years of experience in mental health care with Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems/parts work, nature-based practices, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, attachment theory, polyvagal theory and general fun facts about the nervous system. I offer a compassionate space to land, talk things out and feel heard, learn practical tools and skills, feel more regulated, empowered and connected to yourself and others, explore and create new patterns in your body, deepen self-awareness, and get unstuck. You can expect to feel attuned to, validated, and met with zero judgment and a whole lot of empathy.

My experience includes working with, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, anger management, and crisis. I have specialized training and professional experience working with first responders, the LGBT community, maternal mental health- fertility and birth trauma, sex workers and victims of human trafficking.
My experience includes working with, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, anger management, and crisis. I have specialized training and professional experience working with first responders, the LGBT community, maternal mental health- fertility and birth trauma, sex workers and victims of human trafficking.

Accepting new clients: Feeling Overwhelmed? You Don’t Have to Navigate Life’s Challenges Alone. I’m a compassionate Registered Social Worker dedicated to guiding you through the complexities of anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, parenting struggles and mood disorders. If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just not like yourself, I’m here to provide the support you need. Specializing in individual therapy, I utilizes a trauma-informed lens and a person-centered approach to create a safe space for exploration and healing in all ages.
Accepting new clients: Feeling Overwhelmed? You Don’t Have to Navigate Life’s Challenges Alone. I’m a compassionate Registered Social Worker dedicated to guiding you through the complexities of anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, parenting struggles and mood disorders. If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just not like yourself, I’m here to provide the support you need. Specializing in individual therapy, I utilizes a trauma-informed lens and a person-centered approach to create a safe space for exploration and healing in all ages.

If you’ve ever felt unseen, stretched thin, or silenced beneath the weight of everyone else's needs—know this: you’re not alone. You’re responding to a world that often asks women to carry more than their share. Your feelings are real. And they matter. So many women navigate the world quietly carrying the effects of relational trauma, caregiving overload, and unresolved generational wounds. It's exhausting trying to keep it all together when what you really need is space to unravel, understand, and rebuild on your own terms.
If you’ve ever felt unseen, stretched thin, or silenced beneath the weight of everyone else's needs—know this: you’re not alone. You’re responding to a world that often asks women to carry more than their share. Your feelings are real. And they matter. So many women navigate the world quietly carrying the effects of relational trauma, caregiving overload, and unresolved generational wounds. It's exhausting trying to keep it all together when what you really need is space to unravel, understand, and rebuild on your own terms.

Are life struggles causing you unhappiness? Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed or stuck? It can get better. We are a group of highly trained counsellors, with over 30+ years of experience. Hundreds of individuals, couples, families, children and adolescents have benefited from our services. At Family TLC we truly believe in you and that you are bigger than the concern.
Are life struggles causing you unhappiness? Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed or stuck? It can get better. We are a group of highly trained counsellors, with over 30+ years of experience. Hundreds of individuals, couples, families, children and adolescents have benefited from our services. At Family TLC we truly believe in you and that you are bigger than the concern.

We help you regain control of your emotions affected by the aftermath of trauma or the burdens of anxiety. With personalized therapy, you can feel like yourself again. We are a team of experienced therapists (psychologists, social workers, psychotherapists) who use therapies that work. We know how hard it can be to reach out for help, so we are here to make it easy. We have experts with specialties in treating PTSD, OCD, anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
We help you regain control of your emotions affected by the aftermath of trauma or the burdens of anxiety. With personalized therapy, you can feel like yourself again. We are a team of experienced therapists (psychologists, social workers, psychotherapists) who use therapies that work. We know how hard it can be to reach out for help, so we are here to make it easy. We have experts with specialties in treating PTSD, OCD, anxiety, depression, and ADHD.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist with over 25 years experience in the provision of individual and family therapy for children , adolescents and their parents. Therapies offered include Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) for Anxiety and Mood concerns and Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy with fostering and Adoptive families to address early childhood relational trauma and facilitate the development of more secure and adaptive attachment relationships.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with over 25 years experience in the provision of individual and family therapy for children , adolescents and their parents. Therapies offered include Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) for Anxiety and Mood concerns and Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy with fostering and Adoptive families to address early childhood relational trauma and facilitate the development of more secure and adaptive attachment relationships.

Lisa Ivany
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BScPT, RP-Q
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4M
I welcome all clients, but I am especially skilled in working with caregivers and mothers who may be struggling with balance and self-worth. My extensive background includes specialized training in infant mental health and emotional dysregulation, and I am passionate about guiding parents in nurturing healthy bonds with their children during crucial developmental and transition stages. Together, in a respectful and collaborative partnership, we will address your concerns and navigate the path toward healing and growth. Welcome to a supportive space where your journey is met with understanding, empathy, and commitment.
I welcome all clients, but I am especially skilled in working with caregivers and mothers who may be struggling with balance and self-worth. My extensive background includes specialized training in infant mental health and emotional dysregulation, and I am passionate about guiding parents in nurturing healthy bonds with their children during crucial developmental and transition stages. Together, in a respectful and collaborative partnership, we will address your concerns and navigate the path toward healing and growth. Welcome to a supportive space where your journey is met with understanding, empathy, and commitment.

Are you living in a state of fear or anxiety? Reliving past conversations and events? Feeling overwhelmed when making decisions? Second guessing yourself and your judgement? Relying on others to validate choices and decisions and feeling guilty when saying "no"? Denying our own needs and engaging in patterns of people pleasing and rescuing is emotionally and physically exhausting. But, nothing to be ashamed of as it is a often a coping strategy from childhood. We can figure this out!
Are you living in a state of fear or anxiety? Reliving past conversations and events? Feeling overwhelmed when making decisions? Second guessing yourself and your judgement? Relying on others to validate choices and decisions and feeling guilty when saying "no"? Denying our own needs and engaging in patterns of people pleasing and rescuing is emotionally and physically exhausting. But, nothing to be ashamed of as it is a often a coping strategy from childhood. We can figure this out!

Vanessa Robertson Trauma Healing and EMDR
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BSc, MACP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4M
Do you struggle with anxiety and feelings of overwhelm that affect all aspects of your life and capacity to fully live? Do you feel frustrated, like you've tried "everything" and nothing has worked? Do you wonder if you will ever move through this place of 'stuckness'? What if we move at YOUR pace to uncover root causes of current pain, heal old wounds and process buried trauma? Are you ready to go deeper where the healing can begin? Healing IS possible when your nervous system begins to feel safe.
Having begun my own healing therapy journey years ago, and an adult ADHD diagnosis, I appreciate what it feels like to be understood.
Do you struggle with anxiety and feelings of overwhelm that affect all aspects of your life and capacity to fully live? Do you feel frustrated, like you've tried "everything" and nothing has worked? Do you wonder if you will ever move through this place of 'stuckness'? What if we move at YOUR pace to uncover root causes of current pain, heal old wounds and process buried trauma? Are you ready to go deeper where the healing can begin? Healing IS possible when your nervous system begins to feel safe.
Having begun my own healing therapy journey years ago, and an adult ADHD diagnosis, I appreciate what it feels like to be understood.

We seem to face new obstacles each and every day. Is it a challenge managing the changes in your life? Do you wish you felt more confident about yourself and your relationships? I imagine that there is a part of you that wants things to get better and for life to feel fuller. I’d like to be there to support you through these experiences and help you to build a more fulfilling life.
We seem to face new obstacles each and every day. Is it a challenge managing the changes in your life? Do you wish you felt more confident about yourself and your relationships? I imagine that there is a part of you that wants things to get better and for life to feel fuller. I’d like to be there to support you through these experiences and help you to build a more fulfilling life.
Meet Our Attachment-based Counsellors

Forouz Salari Online Counselling & Consulting - ON
Registered Social Worker, MA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
If you identify as a neurodivergent, chronically ill, BIPOC &/or immigrant woman, queer or trans person, then you may be struggling to feel a sense of belonging & acceptance in a world & system that wasn’t built for you & doesn’t capture the unique intersections of your identity & lived experiences. I believe in your inherent capacity to heal, grow, discover who you are, connect deeply with others, and lead a fulfilling life. If you’re committed to self-discovery & healing as part of your ongoing personal growth & professional development, let's work together to put the pieces of your life, work & relationships back into balance.
If you identify as a neurodivergent, chronically ill, BIPOC &/or immigrant woman, queer or trans person, then you may be struggling to feel a sense of belonging & acceptance in a world & system that wasn’t built for you & doesn’t capture the unique intersections of your identity & lived experiences. I believe in your inherent capacity to heal, grow, discover who you are, connect deeply with others, and lead a fulfilling life. If you’re committed to self-discovery & healing as part of your ongoing personal growth & professional development, let's work together to put the pieces of your life, work & relationships back into balance.

Madison Farr
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA H, MACP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4N
Welcome! Are you searching for a calm environment where you can freely discuss life's challenges and explore your inner mind? I am dedicated to fostering personal growth through a holistic approach to therapy, and I utilize various carefully selected modalities to suit your strengths and areas of development. I aim to offer you a safe and supportive space where you can delve into your beliefs and emotions without fear of judgment. I understand that reaching out for therapy can feel vulnerable, yet it's also a courageous step toward gaining emotional awareness and healing. Let's work together to achieve your goals and inner balance!
Welcome! Are you searching for a calm environment where you can freely discuss life's challenges and explore your inner mind? I am dedicated to fostering personal growth through a holistic approach to therapy, and I utilize various carefully selected modalities to suit your strengths and areas of development. I aim to offer you a safe and supportive space where you can delve into your beliefs and emotions without fear of judgment. I understand that reaching out for therapy can feel vulnerable, yet it's also a courageous step toward gaining emotional awareness and healing. Let's work together to achieve your goals and inner balance!

Emina Hendricks - Anxiety - Trauma
Registered Psychotherapist, BFA, MEd, OCT, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed? Have you experienced adversity or trauma in your life? Are you looking to understand the root of current triggers and respond in a manner that is in line with your values and authentic self? Are you ready to get past your past and move in a desired direction?
Are you feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed? Have you experienced adversity or trauma in your life? Are you looking to understand the root of current triggers and respond in a manner that is in line with your values and authentic self? Are you ready to get past your past and move in a desired direction?

Laurita Gorman - Holistic Psychotherapist
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, SEP
Verified Verified
Barrie, ON L4M
Life can be hard at times, and when we meet the messy moments it can feel isolating, overwhelming, and hopeless. We are human, after all. It makes sense that we may find ourselves stuck at times - stuck in our feelings, thoughts, and behaviours and it can be tough to shift things in the right direction, especially if we are doing it on our own. With honesty and compassion, therapy is a place to explore what you're navigating and create sustainable change that supports your healing and growth. I support women who are wanting to shift out of survival mode so they can feel grounded, confident, and free.
Life can be hard at times, and when we meet the messy moments it can feel isolating, overwhelming, and hopeless. We are human, after all. It makes sense that we may find ourselves stuck at times - stuck in our feelings, thoughts, and behaviours and it can be tough to shift things in the right direction, especially if we are doing it on our own. With honesty and compassion, therapy is a place to explore what you're navigating and create sustainable change that supports your healing and growth. I support women who are wanting to shift out of survival mode so they can feel grounded, confident, and free.

Glowing Hearts Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4M
Glowing Hearts Psychotherapy offers clients a compassionate and non-judgemental therapeutic service. Our therapists and team are trained to support clients in their time of need. We work using a variety of frameworks which can be applied to best meet each client's needs individually. Having a team of therapists allows clients to connect with a professional that fits best for their needs. We believe that clients have the ability to create meaningful changes in their lives and we look forward to supporting those changes along side you.
Glowing Hearts Psychotherapy offers clients a compassionate and non-judgemental therapeutic service. Our therapists and team are trained to support clients in their time of need. We work using a variety of frameworks which can be applied to best meet each client's needs individually. Having a team of therapists allows clients to connect with a professional that fits best for their needs. We believe that clients have the ability to create meaningful changes in their lives and we look forward to supporting those changes along side you.

Hi, I'm Jelum Raval, a Registered Psychotherapist with years of experience providing therapy to individuals, couples, and families. Over the course of my career, I've helped numerous clients to cope with a wide range of challenges, including mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, relationship and family issues, and parenting concerns.
Hi, I'm Jelum Raval, a Registered Psychotherapist with years of experience providing therapy to individuals, couples, and families. Over the course of my career, I've helped numerous clients to cope with a wide range of challenges, including mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, relationship and family issues, and parenting concerns.

Trauma and PTSD can lead to anxiety, flashbacks, nightmares, and feelings like anger, sadness, guilt or shame. It may be difficult to feel safe or connected to others. Some people struggle with sleep, concentration and have a hard time with daily tasks. Your may feel jumpy or on edge, or just the opposite, numb or depressed. Our specialized trauma therapists can help you process your experiences and memories, reduce negative thought patterns, and manage triggers. We offer a safe space to heal, learn coping strategies and gain tools for emotion regulation so that you can feel better.
Trauma and PTSD can lead to anxiety, flashbacks, nightmares, and feelings like anger, sadness, guilt or shame. It may be difficult to feel safe or connected to others. Some people struggle with sleep, concentration and have a hard time with daily tasks. Your may feel jumpy or on edge, or just the opposite, numb or depressed. Our specialized trauma therapists can help you process your experiences and memories, reduce negative thought patterns, and manage triggers. We offer a safe space to heal, learn coping strategies and gain tools for emotion regulation so that you can feel better.

Nada Bishir
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome to my corner of Psychology Today! With a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Toronto and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from York University, I bring over five years of dedicated experience to the mental health field. My practice is deeply rooted in a trauma-informed, mindfulness-based approach, emphasizing attachment theory and self-compassion. I specialize in helping individuals navigate anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and relationship challenges. My goal is to create a supportive environment where my clients can explore their inner experiences, develop resilience, and foster healthier relationships.
Welcome to my corner of Psychology Today! With a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Toronto and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from York University, I bring over five years of dedicated experience to the mental health field. My practice is deeply rooted in a trauma-informed, mindfulness-based approach, emphasizing attachment theory and self-compassion. I specialize in helping individuals navigate anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and relationship challenges. My goal is to create a supportive environment where my clients can explore their inner experiences, develop resilience, and foster healthier relationships.

Raluca Petridis
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, CCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4N
Are you feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Depressed? Do you have low self-esteem or low self confidence? Do you feel as though you've lost yourself? I offer a therapy space where you can be yourself, a place that welcomes you as you are, in all your true colours, with your raw & unedited thoughts & emotions. Whatever you're experiencing, you're not alone. Together, we can navigate your current circumstances and find healthier coping mechanisms to move you towards your goals.
Are you feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Depressed? Do you have low self-esteem or low self confidence? Do you feel as though you've lost yourself? I offer a therapy space where you can be yourself, a place that welcomes you as you are, in all your true colours, with your raw & unedited thoughts & emotions. Whatever you're experiencing, you're not alone. Together, we can navigate your current circumstances and find healthier coping mechanisms to move you towards your goals.
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