Family Therapy in Barrie, ON

Are life struggles causing you unhappiness? It can get better. We are a group of highly trained psychotherapists, social workers and mediators. Many with over 25 years of experience in the field. 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. With our diversely experienced team we are confident that a potential client will find someone best suited to their concerns that will help them make positive changes in their life.

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.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist who has completed my Masters of Counselling Psychology. With years of experience as an educator, I have an authentic way of connecting with families, couples and children. I am highly empathetic and dedicate my time to understand each clients’ perspectives, needs and experiences. My purpose is to guide clients to evolve, to heal and become empowered to be the best version of themselves that they can be.

Jessica Malynyk is the founder of Central Ontario Psychotherapy and is a Registered Psychotherapist (11052). Since 2014, she has provided psychotherapeutic support in community settings to individuals dealing with a wide variety of mental health concerns/stressors including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, emotional dysregulation, relationships, family conflict, grief/loss and substance abuse. (see issues for full list.) Jessica brings forth her professional training and education, but, it is her personal life experience that really allows her to foster a deep connection with her clients.

Owner & operator of, Through the Woods: Trauma Based Services! Located in Simcoe County. I am pleased to offer services for all types of experiences for any demographic. Doing private therapy services part time, I am also an authorized child protection worker. I have experience working with issues from childhood abuse, to familial conflict, neglect and more. I have since completed an advanced certification in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT). Through my years of practice, I now primarily work with complex traumas and personality disorders; however, this is not limited. I say to folks, nothing is off the table.

Welcome to my practice. I am a registered psychotherapist specializing treatment of anxiety, grief, PTSD, trauma disorders, depression, fears, and relationship or family troubles that develop with these complexities. I am proud to serve Veterans, First Nation's, jTeachers, Medical Personnel, First Responders, and all people with unresolved concerns. The office is conveniently located in Barrie, ON and offers free parking and has full access. Please be welcome to contact me for a free consultation or any questions you have and thank you for viewing my site.

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.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed and not good enough? I am passionate about helping people recognize their own resilience to strengthen their inner resolve in the face of obstacles. I have been working as a therapist for 15 years and I am trained as a Couple and Family Therapist . I have extensive experience working with trauma and I am passionate about helping clients to remove trigger based obstacles. I have experience with first responders and veterans. I am certified in EMDR and Emotionally Focused Therapy. I have training in CBT, DBT and Gottman Couples method. Most importantly, I am client centered and collaborative.

You may be struggling with pain and trauma from the past that has negatively impacted your view of self, others and the world. Or maybe you are feeling overwhelmed or exhausted by the chaos of life, stuck in the mundane or immobilized by fear. Perhaps you are feeling alone or disconnected in your relationship or are caught in a negative loop of guilt, shame and blame. None of us are immune to pain and we all have different ways of coping. Are you hoping to learn new ways to deal with stress and experience more joy and peace? Would you like to live more authentically and to develop more deeper and enriching relationships?

As the Clinical Director at On Solid Ground Inc in Barrie, we specialize in working with families with children with Autism or behavioural challenges; parents who want to learn alternate ways of engaging with their child to produce improved interactions, communication, social and life skills.

Are you feeling anxious, stressed & overwhelmed? Are you feeling stuck & unmotivated? Experiencing challenges with parenting or in your relationships? Juggling multiple roles in our fast paced society is difficult which sometimes leads to strained relationships with the people we care about most. Our current challenges often stem from our past experiences and working through these with a skilled therapist can equip you to live a balanced life and enable you to achieve wellness. We are here to support you in taking the steps to bring about desired changes in your life. By visiting this page, you have already taken the first step.

NOW OFFERING ON-LINE THERAPY *** "I believe we all have the ability to heal emotional wounds and to thrive; my role is to facilitate that healing process".

Individual, couples & family counselling for anxiety, depression, relationships, & other issues. We help reduce symptoms, improve coping & resolve issues. RELATIONSHIPS: Sustaining long-term relationships take effort, dedication, & hard work. Whether it's life's stresses, arguing, infidelity, communication skills or other issues, it can take a toll on the most stable of relationships. Let's work through your relationship issues, get your relationship back into shape, and reconnect. You deserve to have a satisfying & fulfilling relationship.

Perhaps it started with one or two jarring and disturbing thoughts or images or an unshakable feeling that something wasn't right. Desperate to get rid of this unsettling experience, you performed a behaviour or mental act that you just felt compelled to complete, and at first, it seemed to help. Now you are caught in a vicious cycle where you feel the overwhelming urge to engage in certain thoughts or behaviours over and over in search of relief. You're stuck, and you desperately want to get out. If you can relate, you are not alone. Obsessive-compulsive disorder is an experience that affects 1-2% of the population.

IN-PERSON appts-ADHD, Teens, Stress/Anxiety & Prenatal/Postpartum concerns! Perhaps you're struggling to get things done and are getting overwhelmed and procrastinate as a result. Your ADHD, anxiety, stress or depression just seem to get in the way of how you want to be living your life. It's hard to get through the days and you're starting to get down on yourself. You want to learn to overcome your mental health challenges and start feeling like yourself again. That's where therapy can help! I will help you find your strengths to overcome your hurdles while also helping you make meaningful changes and gain new perspectives in life.

**Providing in-person and online counselling to Ontario residents and online coaching worldwide** We are a team made up of Registered Social Workers (MSW) who specialize in providing psychotherapy and mindset coaching to youth (10+)/young adults and individuals along with parent coaching/consultation for children aged 7+. Using evidenced based practices we help you find answers for change for you, for your child or for your family . Working together we can build on existing strengths and skills to make positive life changes. Each approach will be tailored to you, your child or your family 's needs and designed with your goal in mind.

You're noticing changes in your child's behaviour; it doesn't make sense. They're acting strange, out of their character. Why does my child seem afraid; anxious? It seems like you've tried everything to help them feel better, but nothing seems to work and you're confused, fighting the feeling of helplessness. You find yourself walking on eggshells for fear of making the behaviour worse, because you don't understand what's happening.

Have you ever felt alone, disconnected or abandoned? I’ve had those moments too. Growing up amidst parental mental illness came with a lot of challenges but it also gave me compassion and understanding. We needed the support of a caring community of family and friends to help us walk through many difficult times. My lived experiences inspired me to study psychology and human behavior for much of my adult life. This pursuit has provided me with the opportunity to help others so they can feel supported on their journey.

Does it feel like you're floundering in a place you don't recognize? Do you feel alone? Are you dealing with issues that you never imagined you would be dealing with? Are you new to Canada or a newly posted military family member? Life often doesn't play out the way we expect and those whammies can throw us off course in a split second. Reaching out for support is the first step to getting back on track.