Depression Therapists in Barrie, ON
Like many others, I have struggled with depression, anxiety, and trauma.
I believe that everyone is complex, worthy, and resilient. With this in mind, I help teens and adults navigate life's challenges. I offer a caring and non-judgemental space where you are welcome to show up just as you are. Together we will seek to understand your unique personal story with curiosity and empathy.
Like many others, I have struggled with depression, anxiety, and trauma.
I believe that everyone is complex, worthy, and resilient. With this in mind, I help teens and adults navigate life's challenges. I offer a caring and non-judgemental space where you are welcome to show up just as you are. Together we will seek to understand your unique personal story with curiosity and empathy.
I often work with people experiencing: depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, life transitions, work stress, grief, trauma, & more!
I draw strongly on several approaches, including: mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, somatic therapy, anti-oppressive practice, eco-therapy, Wild psychology and CBT. I weave together research based approaches with more intuitive and mystical ways of being. We'll focus on both emotional processing and also learn practical coping skills.
I often work with people experiencing: depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, life transitions, work stress, grief, trauma, & more!
I draw strongly on several approaches, including: mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, somatic therapy, anti-oppressive practice, eco-therapy, Wild psychology and CBT. I weave together research based approaches with more intuitive and mystical ways of being. We'll focus on both emotional processing and also learn practical coping skills.
Depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and complex situations are my specialty.
Life comes with challenges that can affect how we are functioning in the many roles we hold in our life. Our thoughts, behaviours, and emotional responses can really weigh us down. They hold us back, and leave us feeling stressed and overwhelmed. At these times therapy can be the tool to help you be the best you. It can put you in control of your thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and decisions. This leaves us with a sense of balance and peacefulness. I rely on Evidence Based Practice to support people in their journey to wellness. Therapy can include Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Narrative Therapy,etc.
Depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and complex situations are my specialty.
Life comes with challenges that can affect how we are functioning in the many roles we hold in our life. Our thoughts, behaviours, and emotional responses can really weigh us down. They hold us back, and leave us feeling stressed and overwhelmed. At these times therapy can be the tool to help you be the best you. It can put you in control of your thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and decisions. This leaves us with a sense of balance and peacefulness. I rely on Evidence Based Practice to support people in their journey to wellness. Therapy can include Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Narrative Therapy,etc.
At the heart of my therapeutic philosophy is the fundamental belief in the powerful impact of therapy to help people heal and grow. I believe that every person deserves to be heard and each unique story and challenges are met with compassion, deep listening, and warmth to allow you to better access this potential in a safe environment. I am a lifelong learner and use an experiential and integrative approach including acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, self-compassion, CBT, and person-centred therapy.
At the heart of my therapeutic philosophy is the fundamental belief in the powerful impact of therapy to help people heal and grow. I believe that every person deserves to be heard and each unique story and challenges are met with compassion, deep listening, and warmth to allow you to better access this potential in a safe environment. I am a lifelong learner and use an experiential and integrative approach including acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, self-compassion, CBT, and person-centred therapy.
Lakeview Psychology is a private psychology clinic in Barrie, Ontario. The practice offers a wide range of psychological services to children, adolescents and adults. Services are provided in a confidential and welcoming setting. Your comfort, safety and privacy are an utmost priority.
Lakeview Psychology is a private psychology clinic in Barrie, Ontario. The practice offers a wide range of psychological services to children, adolescents and adults. Services are provided in a confidential and welcoming setting. Your comfort, safety and privacy are an utmost priority.
Welcome! I am a Registered Psychotherapist with over 20 years’ experience supporting individuals in achieving their mental health goals. My practice has a strong foundation in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy along with different therapeutic approaches to best fit your individual needs and strengths. Together we can address feelings of anxiety, low mood, self image/confidence or relational issues. We will explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that may have you feeling stuck. Working together to change these patterns to identify and reframe beliefs about yourself and the world around you.
Welcome! I am a Registered Psychotherapist with over 20 years’ experience supporting individuals in achieving their mental health goals. My practice has a strong foundation in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy along with different therapeutic approaches to best fit your individual needs and strengths. Together we can address feelings of anxiety, low mood, self image/confidence or relational issues. We will explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that may have you feeling stuck. Working together to change these patterns to identify and reframe beliefs about yourself and the world around you.
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 time to seek assistance.
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 time to seek assistance.
Tula Psychotherapy and Trauma Recovery: EMDR
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Anxiety, depression, PTSD, low self-esteem, people-pleasing, addictions, and similar challenges often stemming from unresolved trauma.
Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, sensitive, and high-functioning, yet carry an inner sense of exhaustion, overwhelm, or disconnection that’s hard to explain. Many are navigating unresolved trauma, attachment wounds, anxiety, or major life transitions. I offer a warm, grounded space where we move at your pace. Together, we go beyond surface-level insight to gently process what’s held in the body and nervous system supporting deeper healing, greater self-trust, and lasting change.
Anxiety, depression, PTSD, low self-esteem, people-pleasing, addictions, and similar challenges often stemming from unresolved trauma.
Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, sensitive, and high-functioning, yet carry an inner sense of exhaustion, overwhelm, or disconnection that’s hard to explain. Many are navigating unresolved trauma, attachment wounds, anxiety, or major life transitions. I offer a warm, grounded space where we move at your pace. Together, we go beyond surface-level insight to gently process what’s held in the body and nervous system supporting deeper healing, greater self-trust, and lasting change.
I offer therapy services to individuals, families and couples, seeking support for anxiety, depression, coping with stress, grieving, difficult relationships and changing circumstances.
As a RN, Certified mental health nurse and nurse psychotherapist, I can understand why you are dealing with your circumstances, my lived experiences as a parent, wife and immigrant also equips me with a unique perspective on mental health care. I enjoy being part of the positive change in enhancing coping and making a difference at a vulnerable time for you.
I offer therapy services to individuals, families and couples, seeking support for anxiety, depression, coping with stress, grieving, difficult relationships and changing circumstances.
As a RN, Certified mental health nurse and nurse psychotherapist, I can understand why you are dealing with your circumstances, my lived experiences as a parent, wife and immigrant also equips me with a unique perspective on mental health care. I enjoy being part of the positive change in enhancing coping and making a difference at a vulnerable time for you.
We often feel like we would like to change things in our lives, be a better parent or spouse or learn how to cope better with the way we manage stress. Having a deeper understanding of mental health and how it affects our mind and body can allow us to work towards healthier solutions to improve our lives.
We often feel like we would like to change things in our lives, be a better parent or spouse or learn how to cope better with the way we manage stress. Having a deeper understanding of mental health and how it affects our mind and body can allow us to work towards healthier solutions to improve our lives.
Feeling low? Feeling unlike your usual self? Wondering what your purpose is? Are you stressed and fearful of your next chapter in life? Perhaps your children are having school issues and you're turning for help. Maybe you find yourself to be a people pleaser and need support identifying boundaries. Help is here and you are welcomed to join. You have chosen not to give up. You have chosen to conduct research and find the best therapist suited for you. I believe you're already on the track to choosing to making choices that are in the betterment of yourself.
Feeling low? Feeling unlike your usual self? Wondering what your purpose is? Are you stressed and fearful of your next chapter in life? Perhaps your children are having school issues and you're turning for help. Maybe you find yourself to be a people pleaser and need support identifying boundaries. Help is here and you are welcomed to join. You have chosen not to give up. You have chosen to conduct research and find the best therapist suited for you. I believe you're already on the track to choosing to making choices that are in the betterment of yourself.
My areas of expertise include anxiety and depression management, suicide prevention, relationship navigation, sexual violence, trauma, and LGBTQ+ counseling.
I am a registered social worker at Smith Psychological, offering individual and family psychotherapy services. With over five years of experience and a Master of Social Work, I specialize in supporting clients through a wide range of challenges. My background includes work in child welfare, hospitals, not-for-profit organizations, and school board settings, allowing me to provide compassionate and effective support for both children and adults.
My areas of expertise include anxiety and depression management, suicide prevention, relationship navigation, sexual violence, trauma, and LGBTQ+ counseling.
I am a registered social worker at Smith Psychological, offering individual and family psychotherapy services. With over five years of experience and a Master of Social Work, I specialize in supporting clients through a wide range of challenges. My background includes work in child welfare, hospitals, not-for-profit organizations, and school board settings, allowing me to provide compassionate and effective support for both children and adults.
Helping professionals and organizations manage stress, prevent burnout, and build resilience at work and in life. Even the most capable professionals can reach a breaking point. Long hours, workplace stress, or organizational crises can leave you feeling drained, anxious, or disconnected from what matters most — at work and at home. If pressure is affecting your focus, leadership, or team, you don’t have to face it alone. Support is available for both individuals and organizations navigating challenging moments.
Helping professionals and organizations manage stress, prevent burnout, and build resilience at work and in life. Even the most capable professionals can reach a breaking point. Long hours, workplace stress, or organizational crises can leave you feeling drained, anxious, or disconnected from what matters most — at work and at home. If pressure is affecting your focus, leadership, or team, you don’t have to face it alone. Support is available for both individuals and organizations navigating challenging moments.
I work with clients facing anxiety, trauma, and depression, helping them navigate the emotional challenges that impact their well-being.
Hi, I’m Charlotte Fergusson, a Registered Psychotherapist (R.P.) with over 25 years of experience. I help individuals, families, and children navigate challenges like anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship struggles, and life transitions. I understand that each person’s experience is unique, and my role is to provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can explore your feelings, gain insight, and be empowered to create meaningful change.
In addition to my work with clients, I also offer individual and group Clinical Supervision to students and professionals .
I work with clients facing anxiety, trauma, and depression, helping them navigate the emotional challenges that impact their well-being.
Hi, I’m Charlotte Fergusson, a Registered Psychotherapist (R.P.) with over 25 years of experience. I help individuals, families, and children navigate challenges like anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship struggles, and life transitions. I understand that each person’s experience is unique, and my role is to provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can explore your feelings, gain insight, and be empowered to create meaningful change.
In addition to my work with clients, I also offer individual and group Clinical Supervision to students and professionals .
Marcelina Welisch
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
3 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4M
Waitlist for new clients
I assist individuals desiring to heal from experiences of trauma, depression, anxiety, and anger, to embody what is meaningful and fulfilling.
I have experience supporting clients working through trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, relationship conflict, communication problems, low self-esteem, anger, and emotional dysregulation. I am committed to working together with you and your strengths, to empower and support you in actualizing your goals for mental well-being.
I assist individuals desiring to heal from experiences of trauma, depression, anxiety, and anger, to embody what is meaningful and fulfilling.
I have experience supporting clients working through trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, relationship conflict, communication problems, low self-esteem, anger, and emotional dysregulation. I am committed to working together with you and your strengths, to empower and support you in actualizing your goals for mental well-being.
For many of us, this sense of overwhelm leads to symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Through the expression of empathy and acceptance, and by providing a collaborative environment that is safe and free from judgment, I empower my clients to face their challenges, discover themselves, and grow to their potential.
For many of us, this sense of overwhelm leads to symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Through the expression of empathy and acceptance, and by providing a collaborative environment that is safe and free from judgment, I empower my clients to face their challenges, discover themselves, and grow to their potential.
Wonderful! You have taken the first step in improving your mental wellness! I am a Registered Psychotherapist with over 25 years working with people to improve their Mental Health and increase their Mental Wellness.
I've developed a reputation for my ability to create a trusting and compassionate environment which will help ensure your therapeutic success.
My approach has a strong foundation in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. As well, I integrate a number of different therapeutic approaches into my practice and seek to fit the approach to the individual needs, preferences, and strengths of each person.
Wonderful! You have taken the first step in improving your mental wellness! I am a Registered Psychotherapist with over 25 years working with people to improve their Mental Health and increase their Mental Wellness.
I've developed a reputation for my ability to create a trusting and compassionate environment which will help ensure your therapeutic success.
My approach has a strong foundation in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. As well, I integrate a number of different therapeutic approaches into my practice and seek to fit the approach to the individual needs, preferences, and strengths of each person.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual clinic specializing in psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach explores the root causes of symptoms by uncovering and understanding underlying emotions through evidence-based treatment. Through collaborative dialogue, we examine unconscious thoughts and emotions shaped from childhood to the present. We work to relieve symptoms by understanding how these patterns affect current experiences, and create targeted strategies for meaningful change long-term.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual clinic specializing in psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach explores the root causes of symptoms by uncovering and understanding underlying emotions through evidence-based treatment. Through collaborative dialogue, we examine unconscious thoughts and emotions shaped from childhood to the present. We work to relieve symptoms by understanding how these patterns affect current experiences, and create targeted strategies for meaningful change long-term.
Nancy Kane R.N. BScN ; CPMHN(C), is a Registered Nurse with a specialty in Psychiatry and Mental Health. Her 25 years of clinical experience include intensive work with individuals and couples dealing with trauma and attachment issues. Nancy has worked extensively with adults diagnosed with depression, anxiety, addictions mood disorders and PTSD, She is certified in Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Strength Based Resilience Training and Cognitive Processing Therapy into her practice. Nancy has worked extensively with First Responders with PTSD.
Nancy Kane R.N. BScN ; CPMHN(C), is a Registered Nurse with a specialty in Psychiatry and Mental Health. Her 25 years of clinical experience include intensive work with individuals and couples dealing with trauma and attachment issues. Nancy has worked extensively with adults diagnosed with depression, anxiety, addictions mood disorders and PTSD, She is certified in Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Strength Based Resilience Training and Cognitive Processing Therapy into her practice. Nancy has worked extensively with First Responders with PTSD.
Anxiety/ Stress, ADHD, Couples, Teens, Depression, OCD - You feel overwhelmed and stressed resulting in a cycle of negative thoughts.
Together, we will work through the thoughts and emotions you are experiencing and develop tools to achieve your wellness goals. In addition to working with anxiety/stress, ADHD and depression, I have a special interest in supporting teens/youth, OCD using EPR, BPD, couples using the Gottman Method and Emotion-Focused Therapy.
Anxiety/ Stress, ADHD, Couples, Teens, Depression, OCD - You feel overwhelmed and stressed resulting in a cycle of negative thoughts.
Together, we will work through the thoughts and emotions you are experiencing and develop tools to achieve your wellness goals. In addition to working with anxiety/stress, ADHD and depression, I have a special interest in supporting teens/youth, OCD using EPR, BPD, couples using the Gottman Method and Emotion-Focused Therapy.
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What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.