Lesbian Therapists in Barrie, ON
Hey, I’m Kristie—it’s great to virtually meet you! If you are looking for a therapy space where you can show up exactly as you are, you're in the right place. I provide a compassionate, genuine, and deeply authentic environment for individuals and couples (including monogamous, polyamorous, and open relationships) of all genders and sexualities. I specialize in supporting folks navigating life transitions, relationship dynamics, neurodivergence, and the unique pressures faced by fellow health professionals. Together, we’ll work to understand your story deeply, heal emotional wounds, and cultivate a true sense of self-compassion.
Hey, I’m Kristie—it’s great to virtually meet you! If you are looking for a therapy space where you can show up exactly as you are, you're in the right place. I provide a compassionate, genuine, and deeply authentic environment for individuals and couples (including monogamous, polyamorous, and open relationships) of all genders and sexualities. I specialize in supporting folks navigating life transitions, relationship dynamics, neurodivergence, and the unique pressures faced by fellow health professionals. Together, we’ll work to understand your story deeply, heal emotional wounds, and cultivate a true sense of self-compassion.
VOX Mental Health is a person-centred, trauma informed counselling practice that is committed to creating a safe, judgement free, supportive environment where you can begin to use your voice. Whether it is setting boundaries, processing your family of origin, working through marriage difficulties, setting goals, or developing coping tools for anxiety, we are here to support you and create a tailor-made treatment plan unique to you and your situation. We offer both virtual and in-person sessions that service individuals, families, and couples in Ontario Canada.
VOX Mental Health is a person-centred, trauma informed counselling practice that is committed to creating a safe, judgement free, supportive environment where you can begin to use your voice. Whether it is setting boundaries, processing your family of origin, working through marriage difficulties, setting goals, or developing coping tools for anxiety, we are here to support you and create a tailor-made treatment plan unique to you and your situation. We offer both virtual and in-person sessions that service individuals, families, and couples in Ontario Canada.
Anna Riddell at Kaleidoscope Counselling Co.
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hey, I’m Anna (she/her). At Kaleidoscope Counselling Collective, I specialize in helping couples and individuals navigate relationship complexities, parenting hurdles, infidelity, and intimacy gaps. My practice is a deeply welcoming, affirming space for all genders, sexualities, and relationship structures—including both monogamous and polyamorous/ENM dynamics. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, burnout, or major life transitions, I am here to help you and your partner(s) heal, communicate effectively, and rebuild your connection.
Hey, I’m Anna (she/her). At Kaleidoscope Counselling Collective, I specialize in helping couples and individuals navigate relationship complexities, parenting hurdles, infidelity, and intimacy gaps. My practice is a deeply welcoming, affirming space for all genders, sexualities, and relationship structures—including both monogamous and polyamorous/ENM dynamics. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, burnout, or major life transitions, I am here to help you and your partner(s) heal, communicate effectively, and rebuild your connection.
You may look capable and high-functioning on the outside while internally feeling lost, emotionally exhausted, hypervigilant, disconnected from yourself, uncertain about your relationships, or overwhelmed by change.
Many of the people I work with are navigating periods of deep transition or chronic tension: grief and loss, burnout, relationship changes, identity shifts, existential questioning, emotional overwhelm or dysregulation, shutdown, attachment wounding, trauma symptoms, or the quiet realization that the life they built no longer feels sustainable or full alive.
You may look capable and high-functioning on the outside while internally feeling lost, emotionally exhausted, hypervigilant, disconnected from yourself, uncertain about your relationships, or overwhelmed by change.
Many of the people I work with are navigating periods of deep transition or chronic tension: grief and loss, burnout, relationship changes, identity shifts, existential questioning, emotional overwhelm or dysregulation, shutdown, attachment wounding, trauma symptoms, or the quiet realization that the life they built no longer feels sustainable or full alive.
Welcome! If you’re seeking a space where you can show up exactly as you are, you’re in the right place. We are a vibrant group of affirming, empowering therapists supporting individuals, couples, and families across Ontario. We specialize in walking alongside individuals and couples navigating diverse mental health concerns, sexual orientations, genders, relationship styles (including ENM/polyamory), neurodivergent experiences (ADHD/Autism), and varied cultural backgrounds. Whether you are managing anxiety, exploring your identity, or healing from trauma, we provide a collaborative space to help you feel truly seen and understood.
Welcome! If you’re seeking a space where you can show up exactly as you are, you’re in the right place. We are a vibrant group of affirming, empowering therapists supporting individuals, couples, and families across Ontario. We specialize in walking alongside individuals and couples navigating diverse mental health concerns, sexual orientations, genders, relationship styles (including ENM/polyamory), neurodivergent experiences (ADHD/Autism), and varied cultural backgrounds. Whether you are managing anxiety, exploring your identity, or healing from trauma, we provide a collaborative space to help you feel truly seen and understood.
You're exhausted from managing thoughts that won't quit, emotions that feel too big, or pain you've been carrying longer than you'd like to admit. Maybe you've tried to figure it out on your own and it's just not working anymore. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, OCD, and relationship stress, using approaches like ERP, EMDR, CBT, DBT, and Gottman Method, matched to what you actually need. You don't have to keep pushing through alone. I can help you get there.
You're exhausted from managing thoughts that won't quit, emotions that feel too big, or pain you've been carrying longer than you'd like to admit. Maybe you've tried to figure it out on your own and it's just not working anymore. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, OCD, and relationship stress, using approaches like ERP, EMDR, CBT, DBT, and Gottman Method, matched to what you actually need. You don't have to keep pushing through alone. I can help you get there.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stuck? You're not alone. Life is full of ups and downs that can make us lose the thread of who we are and what we want. As your therapist, I will help you move past uncertainty and towards living as your authentic self. I am passionate about providing an integrative approach that is tailored to your unique needs and lifestyle. And as a queer woman, I also understand how unique stressors regarding identity can complicate things. Whether you need a safe and judgement-free space to be heard or desire structured tools to help you cope, I’ll help you on the path of self-discovery.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stuck? You're not alone. Life is full of ups and downs that can make us lose the thread of who we are and what we want. As your therapist, I will help you move past uncertainty and towards living as your authentic self. I am passionate about providing an integrative approach that is tailored to your unique needs and lifestyle. And as a queer woman, I also understand how unique stressors regarding identity can complicate things. Whether you need a safe and judgement-free space to be heard or desire structured tools to help you cope, I’ll help you on the path of self-discovery.
People come to therapy for many different reasons. It is not a search for answers, but rather a journey towards understanding and growth that we will venture on together. I welcome all the different parts of yourself you might bring (even the ones you might not be so fond of). I am a white settler who is a fat, neurodivergent, queer femme. These are some of the many identities I hold, which shape my experience in the world. I aim to hold space to honour all the complexities and nuances that exist within you. I strive to work from an Anti-Racist, Anti-Oppressive and Trauma-Informed place.
People come to therapy for many different reasons. It is not a search for answers, but rather a journey towards understanding and growth that we will venture on together. I welcome all the different parts of yourself you might bring (even the ones you might not be so fond of). I am a white settler who is a fat, neurodivergent, queer femme. These are some of the many identities I hold, which shape my experience in the world. I aim to hold space to honour all the complexities and nuances that exist within you. I strive to work from an Anti-Racist, Anti-Oppressive and Trauma-Informed place.
Ken McIntosh @ Kaleidoscope Counselling Co. 🌈
Registered Social Worker, MEd, MSW, RSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello there, I'm Ken, and I'm happy you found my profile! I work with adults and teens on a wide range of issues, tailoring therapy to meet your unique needs and goals. I also offer supervision to other therapists. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, shame, anger or exploring your LGBTQ+ identity, I’m here to provide you with support and guidance. In addition to these concerns, I have experience navigating the "coming out" process and problem behaviours (internet, porn, and gaming overuse, etc.).
Hello there, I'm Ken, and I'm happy you found my profile! I work with adults and teens on a wide range of issues, tailoring therapy to meet your unique needs and goals. I also offer supervision to other therapists. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, shame, anger or exploring your LGBTQ+ identity, I’m here to provide you with support and guidance. In addition to these concerns, I have experience navigating the "coming out" process and problem behaviours (internet, porn, and gaming overuse, etc.).
You are welcome here. As a neurodivergent, queer, and disabled psychotherapist and supervisor, I work with clients to create a space for healing that meets your own unique needs and desires. You, in all your glorious complexity, are welcome here. I work with individuals and groups providing support through a trauma-informed, neurodivergent affirming, and social justice aware lens that supports you to process, find resolution, and create more freedom to be your favourite self, or to discover who that might be. I also meet the CRPO criteria for supervision and provide 1:1, dyadic, and group options.
You are welcome here. As a neurodivergent, queer, and disabled psychotherapist and supervisor, I work with clients to create a space for healing that meets your own unique needs and desires. You, in all your glorious complexity, are welcome here. I work with individuals and groups providing support through a trauma-informed, neurodivergent affirming, and social justice aware lens that supports you to process, find resolution, and create more freedom to be your favourite self, or to discover who that might be. I also meet the CRPO criteria for supervision and provide 1:1, dyadic, and group options.
I’m Stacey Thurman, a registered psychotherapist, and I deeply understand that life can present us with myriad challenges. With over 20 years of experience in social services, I have had the honour of supporting individuals—children, youth, adults, and couples—who are navigating various neurodivergence, relationship, emotional, and mental health struggles. I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to seek help, and I approach our work together with empathy and compassion, prioritizing a client-centred and strength-based approach.
I’m Stacey Thurman, a registered psychotherapist, and I deeply understand that life can present us with myriad challenges. With over 20 years of experience in social services, I have had the honour of supporting individuals—children, youth, adults, and couples—who are navigating various neurodivergence, relationship, emotional, and mental health struggles. I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to seek help, and I approach our work together with empathy and compassion, prioritizing a client-centred and strength-based approach.
Updated August 2026: You're the one people rely on. The overachiever. The responsible one. On the outside, you look capable and successful. On the inside, you might feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or like you’re constantly running on empty.
Many of my clients are neurodivergent adults — including those with ADHD, autism, or who are only beginning to understand their neurodivergence. They’ve spent years masking, people-pleasing, and pushing themselves to meet expectations that were never designed for how their brain works.
Updated August 2026: You're the one people rely on. The overachiever. The responsible one. On the outside, you look capable and successful. On the inside, you might feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or like you’re constantly running on empty.
Many of my clients are neurodivergent adults — including those with ADHD, autism, or who are only beginning to understand their neurodivergence. They’ve spent years masking, people-pleasing, and pushing themselves to meet expectations that were never designed for how their brain works.
Are you navigating questions about your sexual orientation or gender identity? Are your experiencing relationship distress? Are you healing from the loss of a loved one? At Collective Care Counselling, we specialize in the following areas: trauma, grief and loss, spirituality, gender identity, transitioning, LGBTQIA2s+, perinatal mental health, OCD, BDD, neurodiversity (ADHD, autism, etc.), concussions, and many other topics. All of our therapists work from a trauma-informed, strengths-based, anti-oppressive and intersectional framework.
Are you navigating questions about your sexual orientation or gender identity? Are your experiencing relationship distress? Are you healing from the loss of a loved one? At Collective Care Counselling, we specialize in the following areas: trauma, grief and loss, spirituality, gender identity, transitioning, LGBTQIA2s+, perinatal mental health, OCD, BDD, neurodiversity (ADHD, autism, etc.), concussions, and many other topics. All of our therapists work from a trauma-informed, strengths-based, anti-oppressive and intersectional framework.
I'm a queer, disabled, neurodivergent, self-identified weirdo who knows how important it is to have a therapist who 'gets it' and who you 'click' with! Are you having a hard time finding a therapist who has lived experience similar to yours? Do you want to explore your queer identity, find your voice or break an unhelpful pattern? Are you navigating complex relationships with family as you break those intergenerational trauma cycles? Were you recently diagnosed with ADHD or ASD or just feel like an outlier? I got you! Together let's shed those layers of unworthiness and get you feeling confident about who you are and what you want!
I'm a queer, disabled, neurodivergent, self-identified weirdo who knows how important it is to have a therapist who 'gets it' and who you 'click' with! Are you having a hard time finding a therapist who has lived experience similar to yours? Do you want to explore your queer identity, find your voice or break an unhelpful pattern? Are you navigating complex relationships with family as you break those intergenerational trauma cycles? Were you recently diagnosed with ADHD or ASD or just feel like an outlier? I got you! Together let's shed those layers of unworthiness and get you feeling confident about who you are and what you want!
We are a Canadian virtual mental healthcare clinic offering comprehensive, interdisciplinary care across psychotherapy, psychiatry, family medicine, psychological assessments, and neurological assessments. No referral is required for psychodynamic psychotherapy. OHIP-covered services, including psychiatric assessments, medication support, and therapy, are available by a family doctor or nurse practitioner referral.
We are a Canadian virtual mental healthcare clinic offering comprehensive, interdisciplinary care across psychotherapy, psychiatry, family medicine, psychological assessments, and neurological assessments. No referral is required for psychodynamic psychotherapy. OHIP-covered services, including psychiatric assessments, medication support, and therapy, are available by a family doctor or nurse practitioner referral.
If therapy hasn’t worked for you before, it may be because conditions like personality disorders, chronic anxiety, and emotional dysregulation require highly specialized treatment. I provide dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) delivered as it was intended. I take a client-centered approach, tailoring therapy to each individual’s unique needs and goals. As my work is rooted from an integrative approach, I use multiple evidence-based modalities including CBT, and ACT to provide flexible and individualized care. I work with adults experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, relational issues and many other problems. Reach out today!
If therapy hasn’t worked for you before, it may be because conditions like personality disorders, chronic anxiety, and emotional dysregulation require highly specialized treatment. I provide dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) delivered as it was intended. I take a client-centered approach, tailoring therapy to each individual’s unique needs and goals. As my work is rooted from an integrative approach, I use multiple evidence-based modalities including CBT, and ACT to provide flexible and individualized care. I work with adults experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, relational issues and many other problems. Reach out today!
Natalie Maxwell at Kaleidoscope Counselling Co.
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, B.A.
1 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4N
Navigating life’s heavy seasons can be exhausting, but you don't have to carry it alone. I support teens, students, adults, and parents navigating anxiety, trauma, and identity exploration, etc. My practice is a warm, down-to-earth space for everyone, with a deep commitment to providing affirming, celebratory care for neurodivergent folks, LGBTQ2S+ folks and allies. Together, we’ll move beyond the "what" to focus on the "how," building on your unique strengths and practical tools to help you feel more like yourself again. We’ll work at your pace to foster real, lasting change.
Navigating life’s heavy seasons can be exhausting, but you don't have to carry it alone. I support teens, students, adults, and parents navigating anxiety, trauma, and identity exploration, etc. My practice is a warm, down-to-earth space for everyone, with a deep commitment to providing affirming, celebratory care for neurodivergent folks, LGBTQ2S+ folks and allies. Together, we’ll move beyond the "what" to focus on the "how," building on your unique strengths and practical tools to help you feel more like yourself again. We’ll work at your pace to foster real, lasting change.
You’ve been carrying so much for so long that it’s starting to feel heavy — emotionally, mentally, or in your relationships. Maybe you’re overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, or feeling disconnected from yourself or the people you care about. You don’t have to navigate this alone. I offer a warm, grounding space where you can slow down, feel heard, and begin to make sense of what’s happening inside you. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence‑based. I integrate Solution‑Focused Therapy, Emotion‑Focused Therapy &trauma‑informed care to help you understand your emotions, build healthier patterns, and feel more grounded.
You’ve been carrying so much for so long that it’s starting to feel heavy — emotionally, mentally, or in your relationships. Maybe you’re overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, or feeling disconnected from yourself or the people you care about. You don’t have to navigate this alone. I offer a warm, grounding space where you can slow down, feel heard, and begin to make sense of what’s happening inside you. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence‑based. I integrate Solution‑Focused Therapy, Emotion‑Focused Therapy &trauma‑informed care to help you understand your emotions, build healthier patterns, and feel more grounded.
Charlotte Laws - Prismatic Compassion
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, ADTP, HBASc, RP
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you tired of twisting yourself to fit into a world that doesn’t make space for you? If you’re ADHD, Autistic, LGBT2SQ+, living with chronic illness, going through menopause, or struggling with disordered eating, you may have tried therapy that left you feeling unseen or pressured to fit a mould. My approach is different. I offer therapy that is practical, neuro-affirming, holistic, mind-body informed, and practiced through a lived experience lens. Together, we focus on what actually works for you and your nervous system, so you can build a life that feels more possible, supportive, and sustainable. Let’s work together!
Are you tired of twisting yourself to fit into a world that doesn’t make space for you? If you’re ADHD, Autistic, LGBT2SQ+, living with chronic illness, going through menopause, or struggling with disordered eating, you may have tried therapy that left you feeling unseen or pressured to fit a mould. My approach is different. I offer therapy that is practical, neuro-affirming, holistic, mind-body informed, and practiced through a lived experience lens. Together, we focus on what actually works for you and your nervous system, so you can build a life that feels more possible, supportive, and sustainable. Let’s work together!
Tessie Pulla Chin | Trauma | ADHD | Empaths
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), ADHD, Anxiety, Trauma, BPD, Empaths
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Furthermore, as a bi-racial lesbian woman, I provide a safe space for members of BIPOC and LGBTQIA2S+ communities.
On the outside you look unstoppable: confident, independent, the one who always keeps it together. But no one sees that beneath the surface, you feel like you drowning in a secret struggle. You’re exhausted from fighting invisible battles. Perhaps you grapple with trust issues, irritability, grief, inexplicable anxiety, feelings of detachment from those around you, or even yourself. Or maybe you are stuck in cycles of high adrenaline followed by exhaustion, relying on caffeine, sleep aids, or binge eating just to get through the day. What once helped you to survive has now become a pattern that is seriously keeping you stuck
Furthermore, as a bi-racial lesbian woman, I provide a safe space for members of BIPOC and LGBTQIA2S+ communities.
On the outside you look unstoppable: confident, independent, the one who always keeps it together. But no one sees that beneath the surface, you feel like you drowning in a secret struggle. You’re exhausted from fighting invisible battles. Perhaps you grapple with trust issues, irritability, grief, inexplicable anxiety, feelings of detachment from those around you, or even yourself. Or maybe you are stuck in cycles of high adrenaline followed by exhaustion, relying on caffeine, sleep aids, or binge eating just to get through the day. What once helped you to survive has now become a pattern that is seriously keeping you stuck
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What is lesbian-affirming therapy?
Lesbian-affirming therapy is a type of mental health support that fully affirms and reflects a client's lesbian identity. It is rooted in acceptance and does not attempt to change or question an individual's sexual orientation. In this type of therapy, clients work with a therapist who understands the unique experiences of lesbian women. This support is especially important, as research shows that lesbian individuals face higher rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges compared to heterosexual populations. Lesbian-affirming therapy acknowledges that lesbian individuals may encounter specific stressors—such as coming out challenges, family rejection, workplace discrimination, and minority stress—that require specialised understanding and intervention. Lesbian-affirming therapists often work with clients across all age groups, from adolescents navigating their emerging identity to adults and older individuals addressing life transitions and relationship concerns. Many therapists also provide couples therapy for lesbian partners, helping them navigate relationship dynamics, communication challenges, or external stressors that may impact their relationship. It is important to note that therapists provide talk therapy and counseling services but do not prescribe medication—if medication is needed for conditions like depression or anxiety, they will coordinate care with a psychiatrist or primary care physician who can provide psychiatric medication management alongside therapeutic support.
Why should I see a lesbian therapist?
Some clients prefer to work with lesbian therapists who may bring personal lived experience to the therapeutic relationship. Choosing to work with a lesbian therapist can offer a deeper sense of connection, comfort, and shared understanding. A therapist who identifies as lesbian may require clients to give less background explanation—whether it’s about navigating romantic relationships, feeling unseen in certain spaces, or processing the impact of past relationship challenges. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. Additionally, many lesbian-affirming therapists can connect clients to other providers or community-based resources—such as bisexual support groups or LGBTQ+ organisations—that offer additional affirming spaces for connection.
How do I find a lesbian therapist?
The Psychology Today online directory is a helpful tool for finding lesbian-affirming therapists. You can use search filters to identify therapists who specialise in LGBTQ+ care and work specifically with bisexual clients. You can also filter by clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, accepted insurance, session costs, and languages spoken to find the right fit. Look for profiles where therapists explicitly mention working with lesbian clients, or where they describe their approach as identity-affirming, inclusive, or trauma-informed. Many providers will also list their own identities, which may help you find someone with shared lived experience if that is important to you. You can also look for credentials or continuing education in areas such as LGBTQ+ mental health, trauma-informed care, and intersectionality.