Couples Counselling Therapists in Barrie, ON

Elyse is a Registered Social Worker who has completed her Masters in Social Work. She has been providing counselling since 2014, working with families, adolescents and adults alike. Her compassionate and empathetic nature has allowed her to walk with clients experiencing a wide range of ever changing life events such as relationship issues, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, self harm, family/couple conflict, grief and loss, managing emotions, flexible thinking, coping skills, life coaching, and supportive counselling.

Accepting New Clients! My primary objective is to create an environment of non-judgment, empathy, warmth and safety so that we are able to work together to enhance your life. I enjoy working in a collaborative relationship so that we can help get to the root of the matter together. Are you having difficulty with anxiety and stress? Are you feeling overwhelmed and caught in a cycle of sadness and depression? Are you suffering from chronic pain? We can join together to help alleviate those struggles, manage your circumstances, and create positive and attainable goals.

Accepting New Clients. Are you struggling with grief and loss? The death of a loved one? Pregnancy and infant loss? The end of a relationship ? Loss of future hopes and plans? Your sense of self? Loss of stability as you embark on a major life change? Regardless of what unique experience you may be going through- I am here to provide you with a safe outlet to feel heard, to listen non-judgmentally, and sit with you in times of darkness or uncertainty.

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Welcome! As a therapist, I have the privilege of accompanying clients along their uniquely personal therapy journeys. My passion, training, and specialty lies in providing a safe and judgement-free space for traditional counselling, and trauma processing via EMDR and IFS. The origin of unprocessed trauma isn't always immediately clear, yet it changes how we feel about ourselves and the world around us. It can keep us in old and unhelpful patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving while also limiting our ability to truly experience and embrace the present moment...where joy and love of new experiences and relationships happen.

I've been accompanying people through difficult times and life challenges; depression, addiction, relationship issues, grief and more for many years. My conversations with you can help you discover the healing power, resilience, creativity and deep peace you've been longing for. My private practice "Tapping Your Inner Resources"; can help you release your deep wisdom to empower your healing and strengthen your relationships. Even depression, or 'bottoming out' in addiction can help to point us in the direction of deep mental, physical and spiritual healing.

If you feel like you, or your relationship could benefit from talking about it with a supportive person, I am here to help anyone in need.

At Amazing Space you will experience: A safe, empathetic, and accepting counseling relationship Professional and personalized interventions designed with your goals and vision in mind A Recovery path from compulsive patterns of addictive behavior, thinking and feeling Access to current assessments and tools to effectively support your growth choices Finally a place to speak about what has been unspeakable; to heal and build a life of joy, peace and success. Whether you are an addict still using or involved in compulsive behavior or the partner /family member of an addict we can help you regain your life. Experiencing stress, anxiety, grief or loss? Call Today.

Productive psychotherapy occurs within the context of a positive therapeutic relationship between the therapist and client, so often times the first one or two sessions are focused on a consultation to review the client’s concerns and for us to see if we are a good fit to work together. During this time, I will make recommendations for a treatment plan and will ask for the client’s feedback.

Welcome and thanks for stopping by! We are a team of Registered Social Workers and Psychotherapists with decades of experience working with individuals impacted by trauma, abuse, PTSD, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and self-esteem issues. We use a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach to guide our therapeutic interventions and empower people to reach their goals. We believe every individual has the power and strength to work through their adversities, and our role your therapist is to work collaboratively with you to help you acknowledge your strengths, build upon them & heal to live a happy and success.

I offer a safe, non-judgemental, client centered therapeutic space for individuals and couples . I believe that a journey towards healing requires empathy, encouragement and supportive facilitation as we often haven't had the opportunity to learn ways to cope with traumatic experiences and life related stressors. This can result in dysregulation and feelings of anxiety, depression and overwhelm in our day to day lives and relationships. Let's work together to explore and address your concerns in an open minded, anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, sex/body positive, LGBTQ+ inclusive space.

Finding the right support for life challenges can be stressful and discouraging. I provide a non-judgemental and safe space in which you and I can work together towards your desired outcomes. With over 14 years of nursing experience and my social work background, I am in a unique position of being able to provide a truly holistic approach to therapy. I foster a collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship to address concerns that are specific to each client. My approach focuses on developing life skills, building strengths and positive coping skills.

Working with youth, adults, couples and families, I genuinely enjoy meeting new people and learning about their lives. In a relaxed and supportive environment, we will work together to learn about your hopes and goals, and create a plan to achieve them. My goal is to remain approachable and easy to talk to and present a calming, positive outlook on life. I bring a curious and authentic interest in helping you live your best life. By meeting you where you are and exploring the areas that challenge you, I will encourage you to feel empowered and capable of making a change.

After having worked in various mental health care settings, I am excited to now focus on my passion for individual counselling. I provide evidence-based therapy to youth and adults and I have a special interest in working with those who experience anxiety, depression, grief and postpartum mood difficulties. I have specialized skills and training in cognitive-behavioural therapy and dialectical behaviour therapy. I take a hollistic approach when it comes to helping my clients make change and I believe that when client’s challenges and strengths are validated in a supportive and therapeutic space, long lasting change is possible.

Are you feeling stuck? Alone? As we move through life, we come up against difficulties that are heavy to carry on our own. They may show up at work, at home, in our relationship with others, or in our relationship with our self. If you are grappling with difficult situations, painful thoughts or feelings, you don’t have to navigate them alone. I offer a safe and confidential space where we will work together to uncover the tools and insights needed to, move through your pain, change your relationship with current problems, and connect with to your inner strength and wisdom.

Welcome, you have taken a great step in being on this site. I am here to help and support you where ever you may be in your journey of healing, coping, or discovery. The relationship between client and therapist is an important one. Our rapport will contribute to successful therapy and to that end, I offer a safe and non-judgemental experience. I believe in the power of hope, coffee and the resiliency of people. I would be honoured to work with you and offer a free phone consultation if you would like to see if I am a good fit for you.

Do you find yourself struggling with a transition in your life: a new baby, recovering from medical trauma or generally feeling life is out of your control? Small things are overwhelming you for no reason, you lash out at your partner , catch yourself crying out of nowhere and feel alone. If you are feeling anxious, unfulfilled or unable to handle the impact of traumatic events from work or birth - we can help. Sometimes the past is weighing down the present reality. You aren't crazy, and you can feel better. We will give you the space to feel heard, tools to move through emotions and confidently manage and thrive in your life.

If you're looking to explore healthy boundaries, hoping to increase effective communication or wanting to experience reconnection with your partner - couples counselling is a great place to start. If you are wanting to better understand your emotions, listen to your body, or experience increased self-confidence - individual counselling may be for you.