Somatic Therapists in Barrie, ON
I completed my doctoral research on grief and have completed training in somatic therapies enhancing mind-body connected methods.
Feeling overwhelmed by parenthood? Navigating grief, transition, and relationship strains while overwhelmed with social pressure can be exhausting. I offer you a safe, inclusive space to explore your challenges. My holistic approach combines psychology, body-centered therapy, and spiritual wisdom to support your mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. Let's rediscover your joy and purpose together.
I completed my doctoral research on grief and have completed training in somatic therapies enhancing mind-body connected methods.
Feeling overwhelmed by parenthood? Navigating grief, transition, and relationship strains while overwhelmed with social pressure can be exhausting. I offer you a safe, inclusive space to explore your challenges. My holistic approach combines psychology, body-centered therapy, and spiritual wisdom to support your mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. Let's rediscover your joy and purpose together.
Using an integrative, strengths based approach that includes elements of mindfulness and somatic processing, together we can help you re-author your narrative and reach own your potential.
Do you find yourself in a place that is unwelcome or unexpected? Grieving a loss? Fighting anxiety and losing? Dealing with a difficult diagnosis? Perhaps you are just coming to terms with traumatic situations that seemed normal for years or you are finding it hard to connect with people in lasting and meaningful ways?
Using an integrative, strengths based approach that includes elements of mindfulness and somatic processing, together we can help you re-author your narrative and reach own your potential.
Do you find yourself in a place that is unwelcome or unexpected? Grieving a loss? Fighting anxiety and losing? Dealing with a difficult diagnosis? Perhaps you are just coming to terms with traumatic situations that seemed normal for years or you are finding it hard to connect with people in lasting and meaningful ways?
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.
Are you caught in the relentless grip of intrusive thoughts, trapped in the cycle of rumination, or paralyzed by over-analysis? Perhaps you're navigating the complexities of anxiety, OCD, trauma, body dysmorphic disorder, or debilitating phobias? If you reached out to a therapist, have you experienced an increase in your symptoms or stagnation? If so, know that you're not alone. I am here to offer you steadfast support, compassion and tailored therapeutic techniques to support you in not only reclaiming your life but get you closer to your goals.
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.
Are you caught in the relentless grip of intrusive thoughts, trapped in the cycle of rumination, or paralyzed by over-analysis? Perhaps you're navigating the complexities of anxiety, OCD, trauma, body dysmorphic disorder, or debilitating phobias? If you reached out to a therapist, have you experienced an increase in your symptoms or stagnation? If so, know that you're not alone. I am here to offer you steadfast support, compassion and tailored therapeutic techniques to support you in not only reclaiming your life but get you closer to your goals.
I provide compassionate care through grief counseling, group therapy, trauma-focused CBT, and Somatic Experiencing.
With over a decade of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals with autism, trauma, and anxiety, as well as those navigating emotional and mental health challenges. My approach is empathetic and tailored to each person, with a focus on creating a safe and nonjudgmental space for healing and growth. I aim to support clients in building resilience, strengthening their coping strategies, and fostering a greater sense of emotional well-being.
I provide compassionate care through grief counseling, group therapy, trauma-focused CBT, and Somatic Experiencing.
With over a decade of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals with autism, trauma, and anxiety, as well as those navigating emotional and mental health challenges. My approach is empathetic and tailored to each person, with a focus on creating a safe and nonjudgmental space for healing and growth. I aim to support clients in building resilience, strengthening their coping strategies, and fostering a greater sense of emotional well-being.
I primarily use a holistic integrative approach that includes the triphasic trauma model alongside mindfulness, somatic, emotion-focused, and polyvagal theory elements.
I offer a safer, non-judgmental, and compassionate space for those who feel lost, overwhelmed, or disconnected due to trauma, substance use, or mood and anxiety-related challenges. Together we will unpack your childhood experiences, interpersonal relationship challenges, and the impacts of oppression to help you safely and gently heal your mind, body and spirit. You don’t have to face this journey alone, we’ll collaboratively help you find a path where you feel more grounded, empowered, and your authentic self.
I primarily use a holistic integrative approach that includes the triphasic trauma model alongside mindfulness, somatic, emotion-focused, and polyvagal theory elements.
I offer a safer, non-judgmental, and compassionate space for those who feel lost, overwhelmed, or disconnected due to trauma, substance use, or mood and anxiety-related challenges. Together we will unpack your childhood experiences, interpersonal relationship challenges, and the impacts of oppression to help you safely and gently heal your mind, body and spirit. You don’t have to face this journey alone, we’ll collaboratively help you find a path where you feel more grounded, empowered, and your authentic self.
I focus on the integration of trauma-informed theory and practice modalities including attachment and systems theories as well as EFT, narrative, and somatic psychotherapies.
I offer a safe, non-judgemental, client centered therapeutic space for individuals and couples. I believe that a journey towards healing requires empathy, encouragement and supportive facilitation as we often haven't had the opportunity to learn ways to cope with traumatic experiences and life related stressors. This can result in dysregulation and feelings of anxiety, depression and overwhelm in our day to day lives and relationships. Let's work together to explore and address your concerns in an open minded, anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, sex/body positive, LGBTQ+ inclusive space.
I focus on the integration of trauma-informed theory and practice modalities including attachment and systems theories as well as EFT, narrative, and somatic psychotherapies.
I offer a safe, non-judgemental, client centered therapeutic space for individuals and couples. I believe that a journey towards healing requires empathy, encouragement and supportive facilitation as we often haven't had the opportunity to learn ways to cope with traumatic experiences and life related stressors. This can result in dysregulation and feelings of anxiety, depression and overwhelm in our day to day lives and relationships. Let's work together to explore and address your concerns in an open minded, anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, sex/body positive, LGBTQ+ inclusive space.
I utilize evidence-based practices such as experiential/art based, theraplay, somatic, therapeutic storytelling and games, CBT.
My approach centres on building connection and fostering a safe, non-judgmental space for my clients. I am a neurodivergent affirming therapist and I provide child (8+), teen, and young adult therapy as well as therapeutic consultation for parents and caregivers. My individual work with children/ teens is complimented by parent consultations in which tools are provided to better understand their child's behaviour and rebuild family connections. I ground each session on my authenticity as a therapist, which is demonstrated through my compassion, curiosity, creativeness, and calmness.
I utilize evidence-based practices such as experiential/art based, theraplay, somatic, therapeutic storytelling and games, CBT.
My approach centres on building connection and fostering a safe, non-judgmental space for my clients. I am a neurodivergent affirming therapist and I provide child (8+), teen, and young adult therapy as well as therapeutic consultation for parents and caregivers. My individual work with children/ teens is complimented by parent consultations in which tools are provided to better understand their child's behaviour and rebuild family connections. I ground each session on my authenticity as a therapist, which is demonstrated through my compassion, curiosity, creativeness, and calmness.
Holly offers a variety of holistic and clinical approaches to mental health treatment, Holly is a trauma informed CBT certified practitioner with a goal is to provide a safe, empowered, somatic, collaborative, experiential, mindful, and connection focused treatment.
Holly takes an experiential holistic trauma informed approach to mental health care, by combining traditional clinical practices with holistic modalities to help clients improve their quality of life. Holly has been a registered nurse since 1999, working in various areas such as acute, chronic, obstetrical, pediatrics, mental health and palliative care. She has a vast experience in caring for vulnerable clients in many different settings and stages of their life. she has been specializing and expanding her career in mental health since 2009.
Holly offers a variety of holistic and clinical approaches to mental health treatment, Holly is a trauma informed CBT certified practitioner with a goal is to provide a safe, empowered, somatic, collaborative, experiential, mindful, and connection focused treatment.
Holly takes an experiential holistic trauma informed approach to mental health care, by combining traditional clinical practices with holistic modalities to help clients improve their quality of life. Holly has been a registered nurse since 1999, working in various areas such as acute, chronic, obstetrical, pediatrics, mental health and palliative care. She has a vast experience in caring for vulnerable clients in many different settings and stages of their life. she has been specializing and expanding her career in mental health since 2009.
I draw from an eclectic framework of therapeutic modalities, such as cognitive behaviour therapy, dialectal behaviour therapy, emotion focused therapy, mindfulness, somatic, brainspotting and polyvagal approaches.
Your life feels like it is falling apart and you are being pulled in so many different directions. Your employer needs you, your family needs you, and so do your friends. You feel overwhelmed, defeated, anxious, and depressed. You are trying to hold it all together but it is catching up to you and you can’t do it anymore. You give so much to everyone else and there is nothing left of you. You have lost yourself and you just can’t cope anymore.
I draw from an eclectic framework of therapeutic modalities, such as cognitive behaviour therapy, dialectal behaviour therapy, emotion focused therapy, mindfulness, somatic, brainspotting and polyvagal approaches.
Your life feels like it is falling apart and you are being pulled in so many different directions. Your employer needs you, your family needs you, and so do your friends. You feel overwhelmed, defeated, anxious, and depressed. You are trying to hold it all together but it is catching up to you and you can’t do it anymore. You give so much to everyone else and there is nothing left of you. You have lost yourself and you just can’t cope anymore.
For example, if you are seeking assistance with anxiety an effective solution may include CBT, mindfulness, and somatic approaches.
I believe that all of us have an innate desire to move toward a healthier, happier way of being. Even seemingly unhealthy beliefs, feelings, and behaviours start to make sense and can change when explored with the help of a compassionate well trained professional. Over the past 25 years, I have had the privilege of assisting many adults, couples, youth, children, and families to find effective approaches and solutions to the challenges facing them. My passion is helping individuals, couples and families find healthy ways to cope with and grow from the challenges and adversities that life sometimes brings. Life can feel joyful!
For example, if you are seeking assistance with anxiety an effective solution may include CBT, mindfulness, and somatic approaches.
I believe that all of us have an innate desire to move toward a healthier, happier way of being. Even seemingly unhealthy beliefs, feelings, and behaviours start to make sense and can change when explored with the help of a compassionate well trained professional. Over the past 25 years, I have had the privilege of assisting many adults, couples, youth, children, and families to find effective approaches and solutions to the challenges facing them. My passion is helping individuals, couples and families find healthy ways to cope with and grow from the challenges and adversities that life sometimes brings. Life can feel joyful!
I blend evidence-based therapies, such as CBT, ACT, DBT with somatic techniques and energy medicine to nurture and support one meaningful step at a time.
Over 10 yrs of experience & trained at Aura Institute Integrative Therapeutics, I'm constantly updating my skills to provide the best care. I tailor therapy to each client's journey, offering judgment-free support. Together, we address issues like surviving human trafficking, addiction, recovery, managing mental health conditions, & navigating complex PTSD.
I blend evidence-based therapies, such as CBT, ACT, DBT with somatic techniques and energy medicine to nurture and support one meaningful step at a time.
Over 10 yrs of experience & trained at Aura Institute Integrative Therapeutics, I'm constantly updating my skills to provide the best care. I tailor therapy to each client's journey, offering judgment-free support. Together, we address issues like surviving human trafficking, addiction, recovery, managing mental health conditions, & navigating complex PTSD.
I combine mindful, somatic practices with compassion and acceptance techniques to tend to clients' challenges and pain, supporting healing from depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, relationship challenges, and grief.
Are you someone who is currently experiencing inner turmoil, conflict, or is all too familiar with your inner-critic? You're a deep thinker, reflector, and you haven't been feeling like yourself. If these words resonate you've landed in the right place. Being a human means experiencing hardships at times, and the question that guides my approach to therapy as we navigate these times together is: "Who do you want to be towards yourself during the difficult moments?" Through radical self-compassion and acceptance, there is hope to create positive change in your life.
I combine mindful, somatic practices with compassion and acceptance techniques to tend to clients' challenges and pain, supporting healing from depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, relationship challenges, and grief.
Are you someone who is currently experiencing inner turmoil, conflict, or is all too familiar with your inner-critic? You're a deep thinker, reflector, and you haven't been feeling like yourself. If these words resonate you've landed in the right place. Being a human means experiencing hardships at times, and the question that guides my approach to therapy as we navigate these times together is: "Who do you want to be towards yourself during the difficult moments?" Through radical self-compassion and acceptance, there is hope to create positive change in your life.
I use developmentally appropriate, trauma informed and somatic therapy interventions to integrate mind and body healing.
I have a passion for creating relationships which promote mental wellness and emotional healing. In an empathetic, non-judgmental counselling relationship, there is freedom to explore struggles, and strengths. I work with you to achieve your wellness goals, by building on strengths and developing new coping strategies. My 26 years of nursing experience helps me to see my clients holistically, and integrate physical, emotional and spiritual wellness.
I use developmentally appropriate, trauma informed and somatic therapy interventions to integrate mind and body healing.
I have a passion for creating relationships which promote mental wellness and emotional healing. In an empathetic, non-judgmental counselling relationship, there is freedom to explore struggles, and strengths. I work with you to achieve your wellness goals, by building on strengths and developing new coping strategies. My 26 years of nursing experience helps me to see my clients holistically, and integrate physical, emotional and spiritual wellness.
As an integrative and eclectic practitioner I can draw upon various modalities, (cognitive, emotion-focused, somatic), to support your process.
You’re not meant to do this alone—and you don’t have to. As a licensed therapist, I’m here to offer a grounded, compassionate space where you can be fully yourself, without judgment. Whether you're navigating anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck, my goal is to walk with you toward greater clarity, healing, and self-understanding.
As an integrative and eclectic practitioner I can draw upon various modalities, (cognitive, emotion-focused, somatic), to support your process.
You’re not meant to do this alone—and you don’t have to. As a licensed therapist, I’m here to offer a grounded, compassionate space where you can be fully yourself, without judgment. Whether you're navigating anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck, my goal is to walk with you toward greater clarity, healing, and self-understanding.
When working with first responders, I have found that brainspotting, EMDR and somatic experiencing help individuals with the stress and anxiety they face on a daily basis.
I have dedicated my career to working with first responders. I have worked with many individuals who are wrestling with the question "Do I have a workplace injury?" This question is complex and not straightforward. I have a wealth of knowledge supporting first responder's with this dilemma and many other issues such as just feeling off, anger/irritability, lack of sleep, trust, working in a negative workplace culture, moral injury/sanctuary trauma. I also have an extensive working knowledge of WSIB (deciding when and how to make a claim), long term disability, retirement/pension and career planning.
When working with first responders, I have found that brainspotting, EMDR and somatic experiencing help individuals with the stress and anxiety they face on a daily basis.
I have dedicated my career to working with first responders. I have worked with many individuals who are wrestling with the question "Do I have a workplace injury?" This question is complex and not straightforward. I have a wealth of knowledge supporting first responder's with this dilemma and many other issues such as just feeling off, anger/irritability, lack of sleep, trust, working in a negative workplace culture, moral injury/sanctuary trauma. I also have an extensive working knowledge of WSIB (deciding when and how to make a claim), long term disability, retirement/pension and career planning.
I have formal training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Somatic Experiencing and will often use a combined approach to support folks in meeting their goals.
I’m a trans-affirming therapist specializing in supporting neurodivergent individuals, trans youth and adults, and their families. With training in CBT, DBT, IFS, and as an SE Student, I offer a holistic, personalized approach to mental health. I believe in the power of self-discovery and healing, and have been supporting clients navigate their unique experiences and identities since 2015. My work focuses on providing safe, inclusive, and supportive therapy for trans folks, and I offer a nonjudgmental space for neurodivergent individuals, recognizing the importance of sensory, emotional, and cognitive differences in therapy.
I have formal training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Somatic Experiencing and will often use a combined approach to support folks in meeting their goals.
I’m a trans-affirming therapist specializing in supporting neurodivergent individuals, trans youth and adults, and their families. With training in CBT, DBT, IFS, and as an SE Student, I offer a holistic, personalized approach to mental health. I believe in the power of self-discovery and healing, and have been supporting clients navigate their unique experiences and identities since 2015. My work focuses on providing safe, inclusive, and supportive therapy for trans folks, and I offer a nonjudgmental space for neurodivergent individuals, recognizing the importance of sensory, emotional, and cognitive differences in therapy.
I am a Trauma and Relationship Specialist and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP).
Life can be hard at times, and when we meet the messy moments it can feel isolating, overwhelming, and hopeless. We are human, after all. It makes sense that we may find ourselves stuck at times - stuck in our feelings, thoughts, and behaviours and it can be tough to shift things in the right direction, especially if we are doing it on our own. With honesty and compassion, therapy is a place to explore what you're navigating and create sustainable change that supports your healing and growth. I support women who are wanting to shift out of survival mode so they can feel grounded, confident, and free.
I am a Trauma and Relationship Specialist and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP).
Life can be hard at times, and when we meet the messy moments it can feel isolating, overwhelming, and hopeless. We are human, after all. It makes sense that we may find ourselves stuck at times - stuck in our feelings, thoughts, and behaviours and it can be tough to shift things in the right direction, especially if we are doing it on our own. With honesty and compassion, therapy is a place to explore what you're navigating and create sustainable change that supports your healing and growth. I support women who are wanting to shift out of survival mode so they can feel grounded, confident, and free.
I blend evidence-based therapies, such as CBT, ACT, DBT with somatic techniques and energy medicine to nurture and support one meaningful step at a time.
Over 10 yrs of experience & trained at Aura Institute Integrative Therapeutics, I'm constantly updating my skills to provide the best care. I tailor therapy to each client's journey, offering judgment-free support. Together, we address issues like surviving human trafficking, addiction, recovery, managing mental health conditions & navigating complex PTSD.
I blend evidence-based therapies, such as CBT, ACT, DBT with somatic techniques and energy medicine to nurture and support one meaningful step at a time.
Over 10 yrs of experience & trained at Aura Institute Integrative Therapeutics, I'm constantly updating my skills to provide the best care. I tailor therapy to each client's journey, offering judgment-free support. Together, we address issues like surviving human trafficking, addiction, recovery, managing mental health conditions & navigating complex PTSD.
Using experiential approaches like somatic therapy and mindfulness, we’ll understand the lasting impact of trauma on your body.
I help trauma survivors live full, and connected lives. I have many years of experience working with survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, as well as harmful, abusive, or neglectful childhood experiences. Trauma may impact your self-esteem, or create relationship issues, anxiety, alienation from the body, feelings of being disconnected from yourself and others. A central focus of my work has been supporting clients impacted by trauma without the lens of pathology. That’s to say: there’s nothing wrong with you at all. Your way of being in the world was developed as means of protection.
Using experiential approaches like somatic therapy and mindfulness, we’ll understand the lasting impact of trauma on your body.
I help trauma survivors live full, and connected lives. I have many years of experience working with survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, as well as harmful, abusive, or neglectful childhood experiences. Trauma may impact your self-esteem, or create relationship issues, anxiety, alienation from the body, feelings of being disconnected from yourself and others. A central focus of my work has been supporting clients impacted by trauma without the lens of pathology. That’s to say: there’s nothing wrong with you at all. Your way of being in the world was developed as means of protection.
My approach includes EMDR, IFS, somatic, and emotionally focused therapy to support real healing that honours both your nervous system and your lived reality.
By the time you’re searching for a therapist, you’re probably already running on empty. You’re carrying the weight of daily life—work, kids, relationships—and no one sees how heavy it’s gotten. Maybe your anxiety is invisible, even to the people closest to you. Or maybe the cracks are showing: you’re snapping out of nowhere, crying in the car, zoning out in conversations. Whether you’re quietly unraveling or visibly overwhelmed, this isn’t just stress—it’s your nervous system crying out for care. Therapy with me is a place to exhale, reset, and start to feel like yourself again.
My approach includes EMDR, IFS, somatic, and emotionally focused therapy to support real healing that honours both your nervous system and your lived reality.
By the time you’re searching for a therapist, you’re probably already running on empty. You’re carrying the weight of daily life—work, kids, relationships—and no one sees how heavy it’s gotten. Maybe your anxiety is invisible, even to the people closest to you. Or maybe the cracks are showing: you’re snapping out of nowhere, crying in the car, zoning out in conversations. Whether you’re quietly unraveling or visibly overwhelmed, this isn’t just stress—it’s your nervous system crying out for care. Therapy with me is a place to exhale, reset, and start to feel like yourself again.
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How does somatic therapy work?
Somatic therapy is a form of treatment that focuses on how the body and mind are interconnected. In this approach, physical symptoms are addressed because they may in fact signal emotional distress. Somatic therapists combine mindfulness, talk therapy, breathwork, yoga, dance, and physical manipulations of the body to help patients become more attuned to what their body is telling them.
Is EMDR a somatic therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a form of somatic therapy, as it incorporates mental and physical principles. EMDR involves remembering a traumatic experience while allowing one’s eyes to track a side-to-side visual stimulus from a therapist. This lateral eye movement is believed to diminish the painful power of the memory so that it can be discussed with a therapist.
Is somatic therapy evidence-based?
Somatic therapy has been researched and studied, and some forms of somatic therapy are found to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions. Because somatic therapy encompasses many techniques, some, such as EMDR and meditation, have been studied more than others.
What is somatic trauma therapy?
Somatic trauma therapy is based on the idea that when people experience trauma, they can become stuck in the “freeze” part of a “fight, flight, or freeze” response. In this state, trauma can manifest itself both mentally and physically—through tension in the muscles, anxiety, and stress. Popular forms of somatic trauma therapy include EMDR, sensorimotor therapy, and somatic experiencing.