Somatic Therapists in Barrie, ON
I draw from parts work (IFS), somatic therapy, relational, trauma-informed, and attachment-based models to go below the surface.
Accepting New Clients. I specialize in supporting women who feel stuck in people-pleasing, perfectionism, and self-criticism as well as prenatal & postpartum. I blend my birth doula background with my therapy expertise to support Moms with birth planning, labor prep, anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, guilt, and birth trauma. My goal is to help you understand yourself better, feel self-assured, connected, and equipped with the knowledge and tools to create the kind of life, relationships and legacy you want for yourself and those you love.
I draw from parts work (IFS), somatic therapy, relational, trauma-informed, and attachment-based models to go below the surface.
Accepting New Clients. I specialize in supporting women who feel stuck in people-pleasing, perfectionism, and self-criticism as well as prenatal & postpartum. I blend my birth doula background with my therapy expertise to support Moms with birth planning, labor prep, anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, guilt, and birth trauma. My goal is to help you understand yourself better, feel self-assured, connected, and equipped with the knowledge and tools to create the kind of life, relationships and legacy you want for yourself and those you love.
Your therapy journey is about empowering you to navigate life's challenges. Perhaps you are making a life-changing decision. Or you may be coping with intolerable stress, anxiety, anger, sadness, grief, chronic pain, a stressful diagnosis, or other overwhelming condition. If managing a difficult relationship, figuring out who you are can help you find yourself again. Or if coping with isolation or rejection, hope and compassion can help you heal from painful experiences, by disempowering shame or feelings of not being good enough. Your therapy is a place to feel seen, heard, understood, and respected, so you can live more freely.
Your therapy journey is about empowering you to navigate life's challenges. Perhaps you are making a life-changing decision. Or you may be coping with intolerable stress, anxiety, anger, sadness, grief, chronic pain, a stressful diagnosis, or other overwhelming condition. If managing a difficult relationship, figuring out who you are can help you find yourself again. Or if coping with isolation or rejection, hope and compassion can help you heal from painful experiences, by disempowering shame or feelings of not being good enough. Your therapy is a place to feel seen, heard, understood, and respected, so you can live more freely.
The ways we learn to cope often make perfect sense given what we have been through. Over time, those same patterns can leave us feeling stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed. I work with individuals and couples navigating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, attachment injuries, infidelity, and the lasting effects of sexual abuse and assault. If you are caught in patterns you cannot seem to shift, or carrying something that has never felt fully safe to explore, this is a space built for exactly that work.
The ways we learn to cope often make perfect sense given what we have been through. Over time, those same patterns can leave us feeling stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed. I work with individuals and couples navigating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, attachment injuries, infidelity, and the lasting effects of sexual abuse and assault. If you are caught in patterns you cannot seem to shift, or carrying something that has never felt fully safe to explore, this is a space built for exactly that work.
You might feel overwhelmed by intense emotions, stuck in patterns that strain your relationships, or unsure how to steady your mood from one day to the next. Maybe conflict escalates quickly, or closeness feels both deeply wanted and hard to sustain. I work with adults navigating borderline personality disorder, mood challenges, and couples or families who feel caught in cycles they can’t seem to shift.
You might feel overwhelmed by intense emotions, stuck in patterns that strain your relationships, or unsure how to steady your mood from one day to the next. Maybe conflict escalates quickly, or closeness feels both deeply wanted and hard to sustain. I work with adults navigating borderline personality disorder, mood challenges, and couples or families who feel caught in cycles they can’t seem to shift.
I draw from a variety of therapeutic methods, including Narrative Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, CBT, Attachment Theory, and Somatic Therapy, to best support my clients.
Welcome to my page! I’m Shelley Sonshine, MACP, RP (Q), a Registered Psychotherapist with a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. I also have a degree in Physiotherapy from the University of Toronto and a Bachelor of Social Science in Psychology from Western University. I have received extra certifications in CBT therapy, trauma training and EMDR therapy.
I draw from a variety of therapeutic methods, including Narrative Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, CBT, Attachment Theory, and Somatic Therapy, to best support my clients.
Welcome to my page! I’m Shelley Sonshine, MACP, RP (Q), a Registered Psychotherapist with a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. I also have a degree in Physiotherapy from the University of Toronto and a Bachelor of Social Science in Psychology from Western University. I have received extra certifications in CBT therapy, trauma training and EMDR therapy.
I am happy to work with an extensive range of clients and organize my practice around providing Client-Centred Therapy grounded in empirically-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Additionally, I have lived experience as a first responder and am passionate about addressing the unique challenges associated with fulfilling such roles. In my experience working with people over the last 10 years, I've found that often their challenges are best addressed first and foremost by being heard; this act of listening is a gift that unlocks the resources hidden within.
I am happy to work with an extensive range of clients and organize my practice around providing Client-Centred Therapy grounded in empirically-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Additionally, I have lived experience as a first responder and am passionate about addressing the unique challenges associated with fulfilling such roles. In my experience working with people over the last 10 years, I've found that often their challenges are best addressed first and foremost by being heard; this act of listening is a gift that unlocks the resources hidden within.
My approach integrates EMDR, Ego States/Parts Work, Psychodynamic, Attachment, Somatic, Mindfulness, and Transpersonal approaches to help clients heal from the past and (re)connect with their true selves.
Are past traumas, relationship/family issues, low self-esteem, or fear making it challenging to be your true self and move forward in life? Perhaps self-criticism, self-doubt, anxiety, uncomfortable emotions, and stress make it hard to feel confident and listen to your intuition. You may have found yourself in unhealthy relationships, repeating patterns, or feeling indecisive and disconnected from yourself. You may feel the pull of something deeper—a whisper that there is more to you than roles, expectations, and anxious parts. We all have an adaptive healing intelligence, and I'd love to support you in (re)connecting with it.
My approach integrates EMDR, Ego States/Parts Work, Psychodynamic, Attachment, Somatic, Mindfulness, and Transpersonal approaches to help clients heal from the past and (re)connect with their true selves.
Are past traumas, relationship/family issues, low self-esteem, or fear making it challenging to be your true self and move forward in life? Perhaps self-criticism, self-doubt, anxiety, uncomfortable emotions, and stress make it hard to feel confident and listen to your intuition. You may have found yourself in unhealthy relationships, repeating patterns, or feeling indecisive and disconnected from yourself. You may feel the pull of something deeper—a whisper that there is more to you than roles, expectations, and anxious parts. We all have an adaptive healing intelligence, and I'd love to support you in (re)connecting with it.
Many of the children, teens and young adults I work with feel overwhelmed by emotions they don't fully understand or know how to manage. Some are constantly overthinking, shutting down, struggling socially, reacting intensely, or feeling exhausted by anxiety or low self-esteem.
Parents often tell me they can see their child struggling, but aren't sure how to help anymore. Therapy can help young people better understand themselves, strengthen emotions regulation, develop healthier coping skills, and feel more confident, connected and resilient.
Many of the children, teens and young adults I work with feel overwhelmed by emotions they don't fully understand or know how to manage. Some are constantly overthinking, shutting down, struggling socially, reacting intensely, or feeling exhausted by anxiety or low self-esteem.
Parents often tell me they can see their child struggling, but aren't sure how to help anymore. Therapy can help young people better understand themselves, strengthen emotions regulation, develop healthier coping skills, and feel more confident, connected and resilient.
You don’t have to feel like this forever. Perhaps you feel overwhelmed or uncertain about your relationships, your career, your future. Is it difficult to say no to all of the things asked of you? Do you feel tired, drained and like there is nothing left for fun… for you. Do you wonder if you will ever have the life you want? A life of peace, joy and ease. I provide an inclusive, compassionate and non-judgmental space for you to explore patterns, beliefs and fears that may be keeping you stuck. Let’s talk. Whether you would Iike to see me in person, or online, I welcome you.
You don’t have to feel like this forever. Perhaps you feel overwhelmed or uncertain about your relationships, your career, your future. Is it difficult to say no to all of the things asked of you? Do you feel tired, drained and like there is nothing left for fun… for you. Do you wonder if you will ever have the life you want? A life of peace, joy and ease. I provide an inclusive, compassionate and non-judgmental space for you to explore patterns, beliefs and fears that may be keeping you stuck. Let’s talk. Whether you would Iike to see me in person, or online, I welcome you.
Have you ever heard the expression “you cannot pour from an empty glass”? Makes sense, right? But how do we fill our own glass? The truth is, there is no one size fits all answer. This is where I can help! I am passionately committed to leading with empathy and kindness, providing all individuals with a safe and non-judgmental space to explore the root of their concerns and find power amongst perceived barriers. Together we can collaboratively set and reach goals that encourage positive changes, allowing you to fill your own glass so you can be authentically present for those you love; most importantly yourself!
Have you ever heard the expression “you cannot pour from an empty glass”? Makes sense, right? But how do we fill our own glass? The truth is, there is no one size fits all answer. This is where I can help! I am passionately committed to leading with empathy and kindness, providing all individuals with a safe and non-judgmental space to explore the root of their concerns and find power amongst perceived barriers. Together we can collaboratively set and reach goals that encourage positive changes, allowing you to fill your own glass so you can be authentically present for those you love; most importantly yourself!
Feeling stress, deflated, low or struggling with your inner critic? Seeking help is not easy. Tracy’s experience working with offenders and victims of crime and/or tragic circumstance provides her with an empathetic, supportive and nonjudgmental approach regardless of your situation or struggle. Whether it be, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relational, grief, historical abuse, childhood or developmental trauma, or neuro-diversities. Despite one’s past, everyone can become their own best friend.
Feeling stress, deflated, low or struggling with your inner critic? Seeking help is not easy. Tracy’s experience working with offenders and victims of crime and/or tragic circumstance provides her with an empathetic, supportive and nonjudgmental approach regardless of your situation or struggle. Whether it be, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relational, grief, historical abuse, childhood or developmental trauma, or neuro-diversities. Despite one’s past, everyone can become their own best friend.
You may appear to have it all together while privately feeling anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck, or disconnected from yourself. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, chronic stress, burnout, low self-worth, perfectionism, or the lasting effects of difficult life experiences. Together we'll explore how your thoughts, emotions, body, and nervous system interact, helping you understand your patterns, develop healthier ways of coping, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change.
You may appear to have it all together while privately feeling anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck, or disconnected from yourself. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, chronic stress, burnout, low self-worth, perfectionism, or the lasting effects of difficult life experiences. Together we'll explore how your thoughts, emotions, body, and nervous system interact, helping you understand your patterns, develop healthier ways of coping, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Sometimes life’s challenges can feel too overwhelming to process alone. When your mental health is being affected, confiding in someone who can hold a supportive space for your thoughts and feelings can be so important. No waitlist or waiting times. Book a free consultation online.
Sometimes life’s challenges can feel too overwhelming to process alone. When your mental health is being affected, confiding in someone who can hold a supportive space for your thoughts and feelings can be so important. No waitlist or waiting times. Book a free consultation online.
Life is a journey — and sometimes the path is a bit rocky. A helping hand can make the difference between giving up and moving on in both personal life and professional practice. For over 25 years, I have helped people discover their true selves and live their best lives. If you struggle with inexplicable anxiety, sadness or confusion, or feel trapped in a life that doesn’t quite seem to suit you anymore, having a true mirror may benefit you - a mirror that allows you to rediscover who you really are. As a new therapist, you may be looking for the same: someone to help you find your very own path into the profession.
Life is a journey — and sometimes the path is a bit rocky. A helping hand can make the difference between giving up and moving on in both personal life and professional practice. For over 25 years, I have helped people discover their true selves and live their best lives. If you struggle with inexplicable anxiety, sadness or confusion, or feel trapped in a life that doesn’t quite seem to suit you anymore, having a true mirror may benefit you - a mirror that allows you to rediscover who you really are. As a new therapist, you may be looking for the same: someone to help you find your very own path into the profession.
Jessica Koury -Trauma, Attachment, Somatic
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, MEd, CCTP
6 Endorsed
Serves Area
I use a personalized, mind-body approach that includes somatic therapy, mindfulness, and parts work.
When you’re carrying more than anyone can see—living with fear, tension, or instability in your daily life while old trauma still lives inside you, —I sit with you with the kind of compassion that comes from both clinical training and lived understanding of how vulnerable healing can be. I work with violence against women, complex trauma and suicidal ideation to help heal your experiences that are impacting the present moment. As a therapist and disability rights advocate/educator, I understand barriers and stigma. Together, we can create a space where your story is believed, your pain is honoured, and healing feels and is possible.
I use a personalized, mind-body approach that includes somatic therapy, mindfulness, and parts work.
When you’re carrying more than anyone can see—living with fear, tension, or instability in your daily life while old trauma still lives inside you, —I sit with you with the kind of compassion that comes from both clinical training and lived understanding of how vulnerable healing can be. I work with violence against women, complex trauma and suicidal ideation to help heal your experiences that are impacting the present moment. As a therapist and disability rights advocate/educator, I understand barriers and stigma. Together, we can create a space where your story is believed, your pain is honoured, and healing feels and is possible.
As a registered social worker, I take a trauma-informed, somatic approach — meaning we look at the whole picture, including what your body carries.
You are a woman who has spent years holding everything together — and somewhere along the way, lost the thread back to yourself. Maybe you are struggling with anxiety, low self-worth, or patterns you can't seem to break no matter how hard you try. Maybe life has shifted and you don't quite recognize yourself anymore.
You don't need to be fixed. You need support that actually sees you.
I work with women ready to understand what is driving their struggles, regulate their nervous system, and rebuild trust in themselves. Together we get to the root — not just the surface.
As a registered social worker, I take a trauma-informed, somatic approach — meaning we look at the whole picture, including what your body carries.
You are a woman who has spent years holding everything together — and somewhere along the way, lost the thread back to yourself. Maybe you are struggling with anxiety, low self-worth, or patterns you can't seem to break no matter how hard you try. Maybe life has shifted and you don't quite recognize yourself anymore.
You don't need to be fixed. You need support that actually sees you.
I work with women ready to understand what is driving their struggles, regulate their nervous system, and rebuild trust in themselves. Together we get to the root — not just the surface.
You’re a smart, hard-working, highly sensitive person in your 20s or 30s — but you feel stuck.
You might recognize the patterns: people-pleasing, over-apologizing, oversharing, overworking, and putting everyone else’s needs ahead of your own. Your anxiety feels constant. Your inner critic analyzes every word and decision. You’re always trying to improve yourself, yet it never feels like enough.
Maybe you’ve wondered: Is this anxiety? ADHD? Depression? Trauma?
You’ve read the self-help books, tried meditation, journaling, mental health walks - you know you’re supposed to “love yourself,” but you’re not sure how to actually get there.
You’re a smart, hard-working, highly sensitive person in your 20s or 30s — but you feel stuck.
You might recognize the patterns: people-pleasing, over-apologizing, oversharing, overworking, and putting everyone else’s needs ahead of your own. Your anxiety feels constant. Your inner critic analyzes every word and decision. You’re always trying to improve yourself, yet it never feels like enough.
Maybe you’ve wondered: Is this anxiety? ADHD? Depression? Trauma?
You’ve read the self-help books, tried meditation, journaling, mental health walks - you know you’re supposed to “love yourself,” but you’re not sure how to actually get there.
Do you feel bothered by feelings of anxiety, self-defeating beliefs, or a low mood? Overwhelmed as you navigate your everyday life, career/school, responsibilities, and relationships? You are not alone. Life can be challenging with many moving parts, old wounds, and complexities that impact your wellbeing. Finding your way through difficult life transitions while feeling more at peace and with greater joy is possible.
Do you feel bothered by feelings of anxiety, self-defeating beliefs, or a low mood? Overwhelmed as you navigate your everyday life, career/school, responsibilities, and relationships? You are not alone. Life can be challenging with many moving parts, old wounds, and complexities that impact your wellbeing. Finding your way through difficult life transitions while feeling more at peace and with greater joy is possible.
I combine a body-based approach as a Somatic Experiencing Student with training in trauma responses, DBT, CBT, and IFS.
Hi human. Thanks for being here, exactly as you are. My work deeply honours your past, while offering care surrounding what's currently showing up for you. We can slow down the activation and work to reduce the constant noise that lives inside by building internal safety and supports for all those unnamed experiences that have been getting pushed down. I work from a restorative care approach to support people experiencing disconnection from themselves, family, or community. The work is vulnerable, and I am committed to creating a gentle landing space for us to sit with curiosity in that vulnerability together.
I combine a body-based approach as a Somatic Experiencing Student with training in trauma responses, DBT, CBT, and IFS.
Hi human. Thanks for being here, exactly as you are. My work deeply honours your past, while offering care surrounding what's currently showing up for you. We can slow down the activation and work to reduce the constant noise that lives inside by building internal safety and supports for all those unnamed experiences that have been getting pushed down. I work from a restorative care approach to support people experiencing disconnection from themselves, family, or community. The work is vulnerable, and I am committed to creating a gentle landing space for us to sit with curiosity in that vulnerability together.
I’m Stephanie. I offer trauma therapy rooted in EMDR, the mind-body connection and the understanding of someone whose been on the other side of the chair. I’m passionate about providing support to the ones who feel like they are holding everything together; the moms, the caregivers, the first responders and the helpers.
I’m Stephanie. I offer trauma therapy rooted in EMDR, the mind-body connection and the understanding of someone whose been on the other side of the chair. I’m passionate about providing support to the ones who feel like they are holding everything together; the moms, the caregivers, the first responders and the helpers.
