Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Barrie, ON
I offer personalized, confidential support in a comfortable, non-judgmental setting using Prolonged Exposure Therapy for PTSD, ERP therapy for OCD, EMDR Therapy for Trauma, and Expressive Arts for Grief and Loss.
Over the past several years, I have had the privilege of helping individuals and families find effective solutions that are unique to the individual and best address their needs. My goal is to help my clients find healthy ways to cope with, learn from, and even grow from the challenges they experience in life. Most satisfying for me is when clients begin to view themselves and their circumstances from a place of strength and empowerment, ready to make necessary changes leading to unprecedented growth and success.
I offer personalized, confidential support in a comfortable, non-judgmental setting using Prolonged Exposure Therapy for PTSD, ERP therapy for OCD, EMDR Therapy for Trauma, and Expressive Arts for Grief and Loss.
Over the past several years, I have had the privilege of helping individuals and families find effective solutions that are unique to the individual and best address their needs. My goal is to help my clients find healthy ways to cope with, learn from, and even grow from the challenges they experience in life. Most satisfying for me is when clients begin to view themselves and their circumstances from a place of strength and empowerment, ready to make necessary changes leading to unprecedented growth and success.
As a Registered Psychotherapist, I work with individuals facing anxiety, depression, OCD, and low self-esteem, and with couples wanting to rebuild trust, strengthen connection, and communicate better.
Do you feel like you’re constantly overthinking and burning yourself out trying to get everything right? Do you lose sleep replaying conversations or agonizing over endless ‘what-if’ scenarios? When uncertainty is unbearable and self-criticism takes up more space than confidence, it can leave you feeling paralyzed, disconnected, and unsure how to move forward. The good news? You don’t have to stay trapped in that cycle. Imagine the freedom of no longer performing and finally being yourself. With the right support, it’s possible to quiet the noise and feel at ease in your real, imperfect, remarkable self.
As a Registered Psychotherapist, I work with individuals facing anxiety, depression, OCD, and low self-esteem, and with couples wanting to rebuild trust, strengthen connection, and communicate better.
Do you feel like you’re constantly overthinking and burning yourself out trying to get everything right? Do you lose sleep replaying conversations or agonizing over endless ‘what-if’ scenarios? When uncertainty is unbearable and self-criticism takes up more space than confidence, it can leave you feeling paralyzed, disconnected, and unsure how to move forward. The good news? You don’t have to stay trapped in that cycle. Imagine the freedom of no longer performing and finally being yourself. With the right support, it’s possible to quiet the noise and feel at ease in your real, imperfect, remarkable self.
Are you tired of OCD and anxiety being in the driver's seat?
I am trained in and offer Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy for OCD. This is an evidence-based treatment modality to treat OCD. With 4 years of working as a RSW in community mental health with different populations, I recognize that you are the expert of your own life. Sessions are collaborative fostering independence and resiliency.
Are you tired of OCD and anxiety being in the driver's seat?
I am trained in and offer Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy for OCD. This is an evidence-based treatment modality to treat OCD. With 4 years of working as a RSW in community mental health with different populations, I recognize that you are the expert of your own life. Sessions are collaborative fostering independence and resiliency.
Are you looking to regain your day-to-day life and learn how to live well with OCD?
As well-versed clinicians in OCD and OC related disorders; we are here to support you in regaining your life. We are hands-on, active and present in our treatment approach, striving to teach individuals and families how to live well with OCD using evidence-based treatment. Authenticity, integrity, and teamwork are at the core of OCD Wellness, and we ensure that these values are reflected in all interactions. We foster an environment for individuals to become their own champion.
Are you looking to regain your day-to-day life and learn how to live well with OCD?
As well-versed clinicians in OCD and OC related disorders; we are here to support you in regaining your life. We are hands-on, active and present in our treatment approach, striving to teach individuals and families how to live well with OCD using evidence-based treatment. Authenticity, integrity, and teamwork are at the core of OCD Wellness, and we ensure that these values are reflected in all interactions. We foster an environment for individuals to become their own champion.
Perhaps you're navigating the complexities of anxiety, OCD, trauma, body dysmorphic disorder, or debilitating phobias?
With over 10 years of experience, I am well-versed in a vast array of therapeutic approaches: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Somatic Experiencing (SE), Internal Family Systems (IFS), trauma-informed practice, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) and more.
Perhaps you're navigating the complexities of anxiety, OCD, trauma, body dysmorphic disorder, or debilitating phobias?
With over 10 years of experience, I am well-versed in a vast array of therapeutic approaches: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Somatic Experiencing (SE), Internal Family Systems (IFS), trauma-informed practice, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) and more.
But now it feels like you’re stuck in a loop - the thoughts keep coming back, the compulsions follow, and it’s exhausting.
But, here's the good news (and my favourite part): OCD is treatable. I specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy - the gold-standard treatment for OCD. In our work together, we’ll take things step by step, helping you face the thoughts without relying on compulsions, so you can start to feel more freedom and control in your life.
But now it feels like you’re stuck in a loop - the thoughts keep coming back, the compulsions follow, and it’s exhausting.
But, here's the good news (and my favourite part): OCD is treatable. I specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy - the gold-standard treatment for OCD. In our work together, we’ll take things step by step, helping you face the thoughts without relying on compulsions, so you can start to feel more freedom and control in your life.
Living with anxiety, OCD or trauma can feel isolating and overwhelming.
Our approach is supportive and collaborative while also providing some direction to help you accomplish your goals. Together, we might work on anxiety management, overcoming a trauma, or reducing compulsions and taking your life back from OCD. We aim to empower you with helpful tools to understand and manage your symptoms.
Living with anxiety, OCD or trauma can feel isolating and overwhelming.
Our approach is supportive and collaborative while also providing some direction to help you accomplish your goals. Together, we might work on anxiety management, overcoming a trauma, or reducing compulsions and taking your life back from OCD. We aim to empower you with helpful tools to understand and manage your symptoms.
I specialize in supporting individuals facing a variety of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, and panic disorder.
I specialize in helping individuals navigate their mental health journey. By addressing unhelpful thought patterns and building effective coping strategies, I empower clients to reach their goals. My approach is personalized, providing a safe, supportive space where clients can heal, build resilience, and create lasting positive change.
I specialize in supporting individuals facing a variety of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, and panic disorder.
I specialize in helping individuals navigate their mental health journey. By addressing unhelpful thought patterns and building effective coping strategies, I empower clients to reach their goals. My approach is personalized, providing a safe, supportive space where clients can heal, build resilience, and create lasting positive change.
Are you looking to regain your day-to-day life and learn how to live well with OCD?
As a well-versed clinician in OCD and a CTSA-Certified clinician in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD; I am here to support you in regaining your life. I am active and present in my treatment approach and strive to teach individuals and families how to live well with OCD. I foster an environment for individuals to become their own champion.
Are you looking to regain your day-to-day life and learn how to live well with OCD?
As a well-versed clinician in OCD and a CTSA-Certified clinician in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD; I am here to support you in regaining your life. I am active and present in my treatment approach and strive to teach individuals and families how to live well with OCD. I foster an environment for individuals to become their own champion.
Living with OCD can feel like being trapped in an exhausting cycle of worry, doubt, and fear.
OCD is often misunderstood and treated like a general anxiety disorder in therapy. However, this approach is typically ineffective and can actually make symptoms worse. It requires a unique and highly specialized treatment plan. I provide gold-standard, research-based OCD treatment while drawing on other modalities when helpful.
Living with OCD can feel like being trapped in an exhausting cycle of worry, doubt, and fear.
OCD is often misunderstood and treated like a general anxiety disorder in therapy. However, this approach is typically ineffective and can actually make symptoms worse. It requires a unique and highly specialized treatment plan. I provide gold-standard, research-based OCD treatment while drawing on other modalities when helpful.
I specialize in helping individuals navigate the challenges of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold-standard, evidence-based therapy.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and structured, providing a safe space to face fears at a manageable pace. Together, we’ll develop a tailored plan to help you gradually confront anxiety-provoking situations while resisting compulsions. This process, though difficult, leads to lasting change and greater freedom in daily life.
I specialize in helping individuals navigate the challenges of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold-standard, evidence-based therapy.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and structured, providing a safe space to face fears at a manageable pace. Together, we’ll develop a tailored plan to help you gradually confront anxiety-provoking situations while resisting compulsions. This process, though difficult, leads to lasting change and greater freedom in daily life.
Anxiety and OCD Specialist / / Are you battling against intrusive thoughts?
I am a warm, optimistic and direct therapist who truly cares about the people I work with. I aim to create a space that encourages exploration, curiosity, and the discovery of new possibilities. Together, we'll look at what's driving your current struggles while developing practical tools for meaningful change.
Anxiety and OCD Specialist / / Are you battling against intrusive thoughts?
I am a warm, optimistic and direct therapist who truly cares about the people I work with. I aim to create a space that encourages exploration, curiosity, and the discovery of new possibilities. Together, we'll look at what's driving your current struggles while developing practical tools for meaningful change.
We are a team of therapists that specialize in helping you overcome anxiety, OCD, and trauma.
Our therapists take a gentle, collaborative and relationship focused approach. We aim to help you feel heard and hopeful about reaching your goals. Together, we may work on uncovering what's underneath your anxiety and panic, how to take the power away from intrusive thoughts and compulsions, or learn effective tools to manage doubt and uncertainty.
We are a team of therapists that specialize in helping you overcome anxiety, OCD, and trauma.
Our therapists take a gentle, collaborative and relationship focused approach. We aim to help you feel heard and hopeful about reaching your goals. Together, we may work on uncovering what's underneath your anxiety and panic, how to take the power away from intrusive thoughts and compulsions, or learn effective tools to manage doubt and uncertainty.
Hi, I’m Jessica. If you feel like your mind is constantly racing, worrying about the future, second-guessing decisions, or stuck in a cycle of “what ifs”, you’re not alone in that. I work with people who feel on edge, overwhelmed, or like they can’t fully relax no matter how hard they try. Maybe the anxiety shows up in your sleep, your work, or your relationships, or maybe it’s just always humming in the background. If you’re exhausted from trying to keep it all together, therapy can help slow things down and bring some calm back into your day-to-day.
Hi, I’m Jessica. If you feel like your mind is constantly racing, worrying about the future, second-guessing decisions, or stuck in a cycle of “what ifs”, you’re not alone in that. I work with people who feel on edge, overwhelmed, or like they can’t fully relax no matter how hard they try. Maybe the anxiety shows up in your sleep, your work, or your relationships, or maybe it’s just always humming in the background. If you’re exhausted from trying to keep it all together, therapy can help slow things down and bring some calm back into your day-to-day.
I specialize in treating co-occurring conditions such as addictions, eating disorders, PTSD, OCD, BPD, and ADHD/Autism.
Looking for relief from overwhelming emotions? Want more control over your behaviour, and a better relationship with yourself and others? Engage in a supportive counselling relationship where you can share everything without judgement. With over 15 years of experience, I can help you achieve your goals and work through underlying issues impacting your mental health. Make your wellness a priority!
I specialize in treating co-occurring conditions such as addictions, eating disorders, PTSD, OCD, BPD, and ADHD/Autism.
Looking for relief from overwhelming emotions? Want more control over your behaviour, and a better relationship with yourself and others? Engage in a supportive counselling relationship where you can share everything without judgement. With over 15 years of experience, I can help you achieve your goals and work through underlying issues impacting your mental health. Make your wellness a priority!
I work with clients who find themselves stuck by anxiety, OCD, or perfectionism.
The tightness in your chest, knots in your stomach and the stories your mind tells you have been getting out of hand lately. Your efforts to control your anxiety haven’t been working the way you’d like, and you’re left feeling like you just want to run away. Fear of making mistakes, saying the wrong thing, hesitating to take on new challenges, and the discomfort of feeling out of place have become too much. Common sense methods like trying to be rational or think positively only make it worse. Anxiety is holding you back from being the person you wish to be.
I work with clients who find themselves stuck by anxiety, OCD, or perfectionism.
The tightness in your chest, knots in your stomach and the stories your mind tells you have been getting out of hand lately. Your efforts to control your anxiety haven’t been working the way you’d like, and you’re left feeling like you just want to run away. Fear of making mistakes, saying the wrong thing, hesitating to take on new challenges, and the discomfort of feeling out of place have become too much. Common sense methods like trying to be rational or think positively only make it worse. Anxiety is holding you back from being the person you wish to be.
I focus on helping people deal with intrusive thoughts related to many issues, like Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), PTSD, and anxiety.
My career as a therapist started as a career in theatre and film due to my love of narrative and storytelling. Over time, I became more interested in how the stories we believe about ourselves shape how we live our lives. I use scientifically supported treatments like CBT to explore these stories and see how helpful or not they are. Of course, we often already know that something isn't working, but it can be hard to believe anything different. To that end, our sessions usually include seeking out new experiences to develop new perspectives. My clients tell me they're surprised by how much more they can do than they first thought.
I focus on helping people deal with intrusive thoughts related to many issues, like Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), PTSD, and anxiety.
My career as a therapist started as a career in theatre and film due to my love of narrative and storytelling. Over time, I became more interested in how the stories we believe about ourselves shape how we live our lives. I use scientifically supported treatments like CBT to explore these stories and see how helpful or not they are. Of course, we often already know that something isn't working, but it can be hard to believe anything different. To that end, our sessions usually include seeking out new experiences to develop new perspectives. My clients tell me they're surprised by how much more they can do than they first thought.
I support clients with anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, identity stress, burnout, grief, and life transitions - helping them reconnect with hope and a sense of meaning and authenticity.
Life can be difficult, and we can lose our way sometimes. Perhaps you are caught up with intrusive thoughts, overwhelmed by burnout, or struggling with low-self-esteem, shame, or difficult life transitions. Maybe you’ve been silently carrying it all, unsure if anyone will truly understand. Deep down, you want relief, clarity, and a stronger connection to yourself. You want to feel seen, heard, and supported - by someone who gets it and can help you make sense of it. Or you may want tangible tools to help you cope with the difficulty you are facing and move forward with clarity. You are not alone - change is possible.
I support clients with anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, identity stress, burnout, grief, and life transitions - helping them reconnect with hope and a sense of meaning and authenticity.
Life can be difficult, and we can lose our way sometimes. Perhaps you are caught up with intrusive thoughts, overwhelmed by burnout, or struggling with low-self-esteem, shame, or difficult life transitions. Maybe you’ve been silently carrying it all, unsure if anyone will truly understand. Deep down, you want relief, clarity, and a stronger connection to yourself. You want to feel seen, heard, and supported - by someone who gets it and can help you make sense of it. Or you may want tangible tools to help you cope with the difficulty you are facing and move forward with clarity. You are not alone - change is possible.
My practice is here to support you if you struggle with panic attacks, OCD and/or health-related anxiety.
Let's get started together-mapping out the journey for your recovery. Expect therapy that is holistic, warm & evidenced-based. Therapy will become an active, dynamic process where you will slowly work to reclaim your life from anxiety and start to re-engage with things that matter to YOU. You will learn tools to take back the wheel from your anxiety.
My practice is here to support you if you struggle with panic attacks, OCD and/or health-related anxiety.
Let's get started together-mapping out the journey for your recovery. Expect therapy that is holistic, warm & evidenced-based. Therapy will become an active, dynamic process where you will slowly work to reclaim your life from anxiety and start to re-engage with things that matter to YOU. You will learn tools to take back the wheel from your anxiety.
Growing up with emotionally unavailable or critical caregivers can leave lasting wounds. You may find yourself people-pleasing, avoiding conflict, feeling overly responsible, or doubting your own needs. Even now, certain relationships may leave you feeling unseen or drained. I support clients 16+ navigating anxiety, depression, relationship stress, low self-esteem, trauma, grief, and life transitions, with a special focus on adult children of emotionally immature parents.
Growing up with emotionally unavailable or critical caregivers can leave lasting wounds. You may find yourself people-pleasing, avoiding conflict, feeling overly responsible, or doubting your own needs. Even now, certain relationships may leave you feeling unseen or drained. I support clients 16+ navigating anxiety, depression, relationship stress, low self-esteem, trauma, grief, and life transitions, with a special focus on adult children of emotionally immature parents.
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How long does OCD treatment take?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.
What happens if OCD is not treated?
Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.
Are there medications for OCD?
Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine, fluoxetine, and sertraline, among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.
Can OCD come back after treatment?
Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.