Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in Barrie, ON
All children are so very unique and constantly changing. Sometimes they need a helping hand to keep them moving along to thrive in their relationships and connections with others; or to develop strategies to support emotional regulation, social skills, life skills, anxiety reduction, concentration and focus, or processing of traumatic events. Throughout the process, parent/caregiver participation is a key component when it comes to working with children. My long-standing experience with neurodivergent children, youth, and their families will provide you with the reassurance you need to move forward.
All children are so very unique and constantly changing. Sometimes they need a helping hand to keep them moving along to thrive in their relationships and connections with others; or to develop strategies to support emotional regulation, social skills, life skills, anxiety reduction, concentration and focus, or processing of traumatic events. Throughout the process, parent/caregiver participation is a key component when it comes to working with children. My long-standing experience with neurodivergent children, youth, and their families will provide you with the reassurance you need to move forward.
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.
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.
Family First is a well established (25 years) privately owned centre in 2 locations: Barrie and Burlington. FF conducts Psychological, Psych-Ed Assessments, Child Trauma Assessments and psychotherapy services. FF specializes in helping children and their caregivers with issues involving attachment, regulation, trauma, grief, developmental, parenting and family issues. Lorie Walton, M.Ed, RP, owner, is internationally known for her work in the field of Attachment and emotional regulation. Specialized child psychotherapists at FF use evidence based, age appropriate interventions such as CBT, Play Therapy, Theraplay, EMFT et al.
Family First is a well established (25 years) privately owned centre in 2 locations: Barrie and Burlington. FF conducts Psychological, Psych-Ed Assessments, Child Trauma Assessments and psychotherapy services. FF specializes in helping children and their caregivers with issues involving attachment, regulation, trauma, grief, developmental, parenting and family issues. Lorie Walton, M.Ed, RP, owner, is internationally known for her work in the field of Attachment and emotional regulation. Specialized child psychotherapists at FF use evidence based, age appropriate interventions such as CBT, Play Therapy, Theraplay, EMFT et al.
All of us have an innate pull toward a healthier, happier way of being. Even beliefs, feelings, or behaviours that seem unhealthy can make sense—and can change—when explored with a compassionate, well‑trained professional. For 25 years, I’ve assisted adults, couples, youth, children, and families in finding effective ways to meet life’s challenges. We can heal at the broken places, discover our strengths, and meet our flaws with grace to create resilience. My passion is helping people grow through adversity, move beyond just surviving, and discover that life can feel joyful.
All of us have an innate pull toward a healthier, happier way of being. Even beliefs, feelings, or behaviours that seem unhealthy can make sense—and can change—when explored with a compassionate, well‑trained professional. For 25 years, I’ve assisted adults, couples, youth, children, and families in finding effective ways to meet life’s challenges. We can heal at the broken places, discover our strengths, and meet our flaws with grace to create resilience. My passion is helping people grow through adversity, move beyond just surviving, and discover that life can feel joyful.
Life can feel overwhelming when you're navigating grief, mental health challenges, relationship concerns, caregiving responsibilities, or major life transitions. You don't have to face it alone.
I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space where individuals, families, and caregivers can feel heard, supported, and empowered to move forward. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, stress, burnout, or simply feeling stuck, we can work together to explore your challenges, identify your strengths, and create meaningful change.
Life can feel overwhelming when you're navigating grief, mental health challenges, relationship concerns, caregiving responsibilities, or major life transitions. You don't have to face it alone.
I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space where individuals, families, and caregivers can feel heard, supported, and empowered to move forward. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, stress, burnout, or simply feeling stuck, we can work together to explore your challenges, identify your strengths, and create meaningful change.
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.
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.
Many of the people I work with come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure where to begin. I help teens and adults better understand themselves, manage anxiety, and create meaningful change. My approach is warm, grounded, and collaborative, focused on building trust and helping you feel seen and supported. I often work with clients who are neurodivergent, including ADHD or Autism, and want a space where they can be accepted without judgment while learning practical tools to improve balance and well-being.
Many of the people I work with come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure where to begin. I help teens and adults better understand themselves, manage anxiety, and create meaningful change. My approach is warm, grounded, and collaborative, focused on building trust and helping you feel seen and supported. I often work with clients who are neurodivergent, including ADHD or Autism, and want a space where they can be accepted without judgment while learning practical tools to improve balance and well-being.
In my practice, I create a safe, inclusive, and affirming environment for all clients. I ensure to create safe spaces where each client is respected, valued, and free to express themselves without the feeling of fearfulness or judgement. I work with clients in having growth be their mission, and healing be their reward. There is nothing more fulfilling than making internal changes and seeing the external impact on yourself.
In my practice, I create a safe, inclusive, and affirming environment for all clients. I ensure to create safe spaces where each client is respected, valued, and free to express themselves without the feeling of fearfulness or judgement. I work with clients in having growth be their mission, and healing be their reward. There is nothing more fulfilling than making internal changes and seeing the external impact on 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.
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.
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.
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.
Reaching out for support can be overwhelming as can beginning a journey to mental wellness. I offer a safe space to be yourself and gain the confidence to meet your mental health goal. My primary purpose in sessions is to create an open space for all of my clients to feel at ease to discuss as little or as much of their therapy goals as they feel comfortable. I do also offer spiritually integrated therapy for those seeking a faith aligned perspective, integrating Christian values into sessions.
Reaching out for support can be overwhelming as can beginning a journey to mental wellness. I offer a safe space to be yourself and gain the confidence to meet your mental health goal. My primary purpose in sessions is to create an open space for all of my clients to feel at ease to discuss as little or as much of their therapy goals as they feel comfortable. I do also offer spiritually integrated therapy for those seeking a faith aligned perspective, integrating Christian values into sessions.
Gina Goldenberg | Anxiety & Stress Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MEd, MACP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
You're fed up and frustrated. No matter how hard you try you feel like you're just not good enough. You may find yourself saying “yes” when you want to say “no,” replaying interactions in your mind, or feeling like you’re constantly managing how others feel. You get angry quickly, can't control your emotions and have been called "oversensitive." You care a lot about other people, you try your best all the time, but you are left feeling overwhelmed, alone, and exhausted.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone and these patterns are more common than you might think.
You're fed up and frustrated. No matter how hard you try you feel like you're just not good enough. You may find yourself saying “yes” when you want to say “no,” replaying interactions in your mind, or feeling like you’re constantly managing how others feel. You get angry quickly, can't control your emotions and have been called "oversensitive." You care a lot about other people, you try your best all the time, but you are left feeling overwhelmed, alone, and exhausted.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone and these patterns are more common than you might think.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, playful, or uncertain, we begin exactly where you are. Together, we create a safe and welcoming space for expression, exploration, and growth—approaches that are meaningful, authentic, and accessible to you.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, playful, or uncertain, we begin exactly where you are. Together, we create a safe and welcoming space for expression, exploration, and growth—approaches that are meaningful, authentic, and accessible to you.
Do you feel stressed, anxious or have ADHD, AuDHD, autism or low mood? Are you a child, 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.
Do you feel stressed, anxious or have ADHD, AuDHD, autism or low mood? Are you a child, 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.
At the core of my practice is the belief in the inherent strength and worthiness of all people. I work to create an environment absolutely free of judgement, where each person is respected and valued as an individual. I am a strong advocate for normalizing therapy and mental health care. I believe in a strengths-focused approach and utilize evidence-based therapies. I integrate my experiences with substance abuse, family violence and loss into helping my clients find success through troubled times. As such, I am passionate about working with couples and families in particular. Individual teens, adults and elders are also welcome.
At the core of my practice is the belief in the inherent strength and worthiness of all people. I work to create an environment absolutely free of judgement, where each person is respected and valued as an individual. I am a strong advocate for normalizing therapy and mental health care. I believe in a strengths-focused approach and utilize evidence-based therapies. I integrate my experiences with substance abuse, family violence and loss into helping my clients find success through troubled times. As such, I am passionate about working with couples and families in particular. Individual teens, adults and elders are also welcome.
My goal is to help individuals cultivate a fuller, more empowered sense of self. This process often involves exploring relationship patterns, understanding emotions, and recognizing both the stressors and strengths that shape your life. Anxiety, depression, life transitions, and self-esteem all influence how we see ourselves, and I’m here to support you through those challenges.
My goal is to help individuals cultivate a fuller, more empowered sense of self. This process often involves exploring relationship patterns, understanding emotions, and recognizing both the stressors and strengths that shape your life. Anxiety, depression, life transitions, and self-esteem all influence how we see ourselves, and I’m here to support you through those challenges.
You don’t need to have everything figured out to start therapy. My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to begin, even if things appear okay on the outside. They may be navigating anxiety, low mood, low motivation, social stress, or a life transition. They’re looking for a supportive, non-judgmental space to talk things through, build coping tools, and better understand themselves so they can feel more grounded, confident, and steady in daily life and relationships.
You don’t need to have everything figured out to start therapy. My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to begin, even if things appear okay on the outside. They may be navigating anxiety, low mood, low motivation, social stress, or a life transition. They’re looking for a supportive, non-judgmental space to talk things through, build coping tools, and better understand themselves so they can feel more grounded, confident, and steady in daily life and relationships.
I'm a social worker with over 15 years of experience with children, adolescents, adults, and families navigating the dynamic adversities of life. Individuals come to me feeling overwhelmed, unsure how to move forward, or are facing complex dynamics in everyday life. Others are moving through fertility journeys, pregnancy, postpartum, or relationship changes. I have a special interest in working with parents. I aim to provide a collaborative, non-judgmental space and use evidence-informed, attachment-based and trauma-informed approaches to strengthen insight, regulation, and connection so families can move forward with confidence.
I'm a social worker with over 15 years of experience with children, adolescents, adults, and families navigating the dynamic adversities of life. Individuals come to me feeling overwhelmed, unsure how to move forward, or are facing complex dynamics in everyday life. Others are moving through fertility journeys, pregnancy, postpartum, or relationship changes. I have a special interest in working with parents. I aim to provide a collaborative, non-judgmental space and use evidence-informed, attachment-based and trauma-informed approaches to strengthen insight, regulation, and connection so families can move forward with confidence.
Dr. Gyles is a Clinical & School Psychologist focusing 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.
Dr. Gyles is a Clinical & School Psychologist focusing 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.
Evening & Weekend availability for Kids, Teens, Adults. Burnout, stress, and unmanaged ADHD symptoms can leave you feeling stuck and exhausted; especially with today’s unpredictable world, the shift back to in-office work, and changes in the season. It’s easy to blame yourself, but you’re not lazy, broken, or alone. I specialize in supporting women navigating ADHD, stress, and work demands, and I understand how heavy it can feel to keep up. Together, we’ll create strategies that honor your brain, your energy, and your life, so you can move from simply getting by to living with more ease, clarity, and self-compassion.
Evening & Weekend availability for Kids, Teens, Adults. Burnout, stress, and unmanaged ADHD symptoms can leave you feeling stuck and exhausted; especially with today’s unpredictable world, the shift back to in-office work, and changes in the season. It’s easy to blame yourself, but you’re not lazy, broken, or alone. I specialize in supporting women navigating ADHD, stress, and work demands, and I understand how heavy it can feel to keep up. Together, we’ll create strategies that honor your brain, your energy, and your life, so you can move from simply getting by to living with more ease, clarity, and self-compassion.
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