Parenting Therapists in Barrie, ON
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Adelle Volpone
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
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.

Kristi Martin
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified
Verified
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.

Sweet Spot Family Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified
9 Endorsed
Verified
9 Endorsed
Is home is feeling chaotic and less joyful these days? Are your relationships strained or have
parenting
challenges left you feeling like there's no end to the arguing? There is hope, Child and family work is our passion here. We can help you navigate struggles with practical steps and ease. Children like adults experience a wide range of emotions that can affect their self esteem, self confidence which can lead to symptoms of depression and anxiety. They require a special approach and we have the training and tools to engage your child in counselling and help them build the healthy habits and coping skills they need for success.

Jelum Raval
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified
Verified
If you're struggling with mental health challenges, relationship issues, or
parenting
concerns, I'm here to help.
Hi, I'm Jelum Raval, a Registered Psychotherapist with years of experience providing therapy to individuals, couples, and families. Over the course of my career, I've helped numerous clients to cope with a wide range of challenges, including mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, relationship and family issues, and
parenting
concerns.

Wendy Hunter
Registered Psychotherapist, ECE, BA, (Psych), RP
Verified
Verified
I am a Registered Psychotherapist and
Parenting
Coach. I have educated and supported families for almost 30 years throughout Simcoe County. I am the owner of In Support Of Children Counselling where I provide individual and family counselling to children, teens, parents and families. I believe that knowledge is power and therefore my focus is to educate my clients by teaching them strategies and coping tools that will help them cope more effectively. I am also a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. My website is - insupportofchildren.com

Kendra Wagner
Registered Psychotherapist, HonsBSc, GradDip, MACP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I'm also a Peaceful
Parenting
Coach, which aligns beautifully for a client working to heal their childhood trauma, while raising their own children.
Welcome & thank you for visiting my profile. I recognize how hard it is to ask for help & so I'm grateful that you have found yourself here. My job is to provide a safe, warm & non-judgemental healing space where I look beyond symptoms to help you discover your authentic self. I have a passion for understanding the brain science behind thoughts, feelings & behaviours. I love to watch my clients have "aha moments" as they explore the connections between early childhood experiences, the brains instinctive response to protect & current life struggles. My goal is for clients to have a profound & validating understanding of themselves.

Ashley Bergman
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I work with individuals including children, teens and adults to help them increase their coping skills, improve relationships, reduce anxiety etc. I also service couples who are looking to increase communication and overall relationship satisfaction with their partner. In addition, I provide
parenting
support as well as service families. I provide support to adoptees seeking support connecting with their biological families as well. I am a Non Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) Provider as well for those Indian Status. Sessions are via telephone or virtually through On Call Health from the convenience of wherever you are.

Erica Tucker
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am also a trained Peaceful
Parenting
Coach.
I believe that meaningful changes come from meaningful connections. I am here to provide a warm, non-judgmental, authentic space for you to feel safe to explore whatever brought you to therapy. Through our therapeutic relationship, I will support you to discover or reconnect with your true, authentic self. From this place of genuine connection – change, growth and healing emerge, which allows you to live your most meaningful life. I work with adolescence, young-adults, parents, and adults. I offer virtual, in person & limited walking sessions in Collingwood, Ontario.

Tammy Frazer
MA, BCBA
Parenting
a child with special needs can be challenging.
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.

Ashleigh Bennett
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I work with clients ages 7+ and specialize in challenges including
parenting
, familial conflict, intimate partner relationships, depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma, coping skills and more.
Hello! My name is Ashleigh and I'm glad you have taken the step to self improvement through therapy. As a Registered Social Worker I strive to walk alongside my clients and act as a guide in the journey to successful life outcomes. I never underestimate the power of humour and believe that self-driven goal setting in a safe and non-judgmental environment is key to creating change. I approach my work through a client-centered approach and am driven to provide concrete coping skills & tools to improve interpersonal relationships, and to work toward general life satisfaction and success.

Jim van Schie
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Additionally, I have spent a lot of time focused on
parent
coaching and support which has been equally rewarding.
Hi, my name is Jim, I am a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario (CRPO) and have a background as a Child and Youth Counsellor. I have been practicing in this field for over 30 years.
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Vox Mental Health
Registered Social Worker, CYW, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We are trained to support you with any of the following: Stress & Anxiety, Body Image, Marriage Conflict, Family Dynamics +
Parenting
, Depression, Couples Infidelity, Boundary Setting, Teens, Trauma, Self Esteem & Efficacy, Grief & Loss, Isolation & Loneliness, Body & Food, Attachment Disorders, Developmental Trauma, Moral Injury, Burnout, & Racial Identity.
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.

Kyle Brandon
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I've received specialized training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Unified Protocol, and Triple P 'positive
parenting
' program.
Life can present challenges for all of us. Most people will experience some form of depression or anxiety at some point in their life. The support of an empathetic, non-judgmental counsellor can help us to create a plan to move forward when we feel ‘stuck’. If you are experiencing sadness, stress, or worry, I can provide a safe and non-judgmental environment for you to identify the goals that are most important to you, and support you in reaching those goals.

Kim M Kitchen
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, OAMHP
Verified
Verified
I worked for 17 years providing community based therapy/counselling as an Addictions Therapist with a premier mental health and addictions hospital. Recently I have been the Senior Clinician with a community based mental health services program. I offer personalized and confidential services with a non-judgemental, empathic, and supportive approach. Along with Addiction based services for individuals and their family members, I have worked extensively with
parent
-teen and family based conflict, relationships, domestic violence, trauma, anger management and conflict resolution, mental health (eg. anxiety, depression, grief/loss, OCD, stress, suicide) as well as school refusal and peer difficulties.

MB Counselling and Consulting - Mariana Benitez
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Healing and growing can be a hard journey to travel alone, and asking for help when we feel stuck can be even harder. I am here to help! Whether you are experiencing difficulties in your intimate relationships, have
parenting
concerns, experiencing stress, anxiety or depression; a lot can be done to help those concerns be addressed and improved. Our ability to better cope and build strength and resilience is often connected to our motivation and willingness to work on making changes. It is when you feel you want to do something different but you don't know what to do, that the help from a professional can make a big difference!

Michelle Harris & Associates
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, TITC-CT, CTP-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
**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.

Grace North Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Our Newmarket office provides children/youth therapy,
parent
coaching/consults and maternal mental health therapy.
At Grace North Psychotherapy our clinicians create a safe space for you to process your thoughts and feelings and gain a deeper understanding of self in relation to your relationships with others and the world around you. We will help you gain insight into your past and present, shine a light on your strengths and help you work through challenges to achieve a better state of mind and start living with more grace and ease.

Lisa Woodcock
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MA, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Life can be difficult. We all experience challenges and could benefit from working through them with the help of someone else. For over 20 years, I have supported individuals with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship challenges,
parenting
, life transitions, compassion fatigue, burnout, and grief related to sudden death, suicide or homicide. Supporting growth from a place of loss or crisis is my passion and I believe in working together to make any struggle more manageable.

Lisa Cluett
Registered Social Worker, MSW RSW
Verified
Verified
Are you feeling life is just too much right now? You can't do anything right, feel alone and not sure what to do? You are not alone! I know how hard life can be at times, and I am here to support you and your family to navigate those complex life events such as
parenting
and relationship challenges, child and adolescent mental health, grief and loss, separation/divorce and blended families. I have worked in the field of child and youth mental health for 22 years supporting adolescents and coaching parents; I understand how attachment and family dynamics affect relationships and the importance of everyone being heard and understood.

Deborah Alton
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, NLP, MACP, RP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am passionate about my work with families and individuals. I am on the board of the Simcoe Collaborative Law Association and provide Couples Therapy as well as Divorce/Family Coaching. I am committed to assisting couples and co-parents towards a decision making process that is 'win-win' and provides a safe environment to explore change. I focus on guiding clients towards removing the barriers to love's presence, and empowering them to live their lives at their full potential. I specialize in high conflict separation/divorce, mediation, assessments, co-
parenting
,
parenting
plans, and family reintegration therapy.
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Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.