Weight Loss Therapists in Barrie, ON
Listen, I know that reaching out for therapy can be incredibly challenging and overwhelming. I am here to guide you through the process every step of the way and meet you wherever you are on your journey. I assure you that my practice provides a safe, comfortable, validating and non-judgmental space. I take a strengths-based approach, empowering you and building the confidence necessary to handle life challenges, achieve goals, enhance your quality of life and become the best version of yourself. I believe everyone has the potential to heal and the resiliency to bounce back from trauma.
Listen, I know that reaching out for therapy can be incredibly challenging and overwhelming. I am here to guide you through the process every step of the way and meet you wherever you are on your journey. I assure you that my practice provides a safe, comfortable, validating and non-judgmental space. I take a strengths-based approach, empowering you and building the confidence necessary to handle life challenges, achieve goals, enhance your quality of life and become the best version of yourself. I believe everyone has the potential to heal and the resiliency to bounce back from trauma.
I work with people who carry a lot on their shoulders—juggling responsibilities, providing for others, and supporting loved ones, often at the expense of their own well-being. You’re likely high-achieving and resilient, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. If you’re feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, or isolated, I’m here to help. Together, we’ll focus on reconnecting your mind and body, finding a balance, and working toward your goals to help you feel more grounded, supported, and at ease.
I work with people who carry a lot on their shoulders—juggling responsibilities, providing for others, and supporting loved ones, often at the expense of their own well-being. You’re likely high-achieving and resilient, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. If you’re feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, or isolated, I’m here to help. Together, we’ll focus on reconnecting your mind and body, finding a balance, and working toward your goals to help you feel more grounded, supported, and at ease.
Are life struggles causing you unhappiness? It can get better. We are a group of highly trained psychotherapists, social workers and mediators. Many with over 25 years of experience in the field. Hundreds of individuals, couples, families, children and adolescents have benefited from our services. At Family TLC we truly believe in you and that you are bigger than the concern. With our diversely experienced team we are confident that a potential client will find someone best suited to their concerns that will help them make positive changes in their life.
Are life struggles causing you unhappiness? It can get better. We are a group of highly trained psychotherapists, social workers and mediators. Many with over 25 years of experience in the field. Hundreds of individuals, couples, families, children and adolescents have benefited from our services. At Family TLC we truly believe in you and that you are bigger than the concern. With our diversely experienced team we are confident that a potential client will find someone best suited to their concerns that will help them make positive changes in their life.
When life feels overwhelming, whether it’s due to stress, anxiety, or relationship challenges, it’s easy to feel stuck or unsure of where to turn. You may know you want things to be different, but figuring out how to start can feel too much. That’s where I come in.
As a BIPOC therapist with lived experience as an immigrant, international student, and mother, I understand how layered identity, belonging, and emotional safety can be. My experiences across India, Africa, and Canada have shaped how I connect with openness, cultural awareness, and deep respect for each person’s story.
When life feels overwhelming, whether it’s due to stress, anxiety, or relationship challenges, it’s easy to feel stuck or unsure of where to turn. You may know you want things to be different, but figuring out how to start can feel too much. That’s where I come in.
As a BIPOC therapist with lived experience as an immigrant, international student, and mother, I understand how layered identity, belonging, and emotional safety can be. My experiences across India, Africa, and Canada have shaped how I connect with openness, cultural awareness, and deep respect for each person’s story.
I continue to be inspired in my work as a psychotherapist. It takes courage to embark on a journey of increased self-awareness and personal growth. Often, it's increased awareness that makes room for change and therapy offers a way to do this.
In our sessions, you'll be heard with attention and respect as you share about your life. Together, we can identify areas where you wish to see growth and change. However challenging it can feel, any age and life stage provides an opportunity to make positive changes in your life.
I continue to be inspired in my work as a psychotherapist. It takes courage to embark on a journey of increased self-awareness and personal growth. Often, it's increased awareness that makes room for change and therapy offers a way to do this.
In our sessions, you'll be heard with attention and respect as you share about your life. Together, we can identify areas where you wish to see growth and change. However challenging it can feel, any age and life stage provides an opportunity to make positive changes in your life.
Relationships can be messy! Whether you’re a couple feeling stuck in conflict, a parent struggling to keep your cool, or a new mom quietly overwhelmed, therapy can help you reconnect with yourself, your partner, and the people who matter most.
I create a safe, supportive space where you can slow down, reflect, and build the tools you need to feel more grounded. My approach is warm, collaborative, and evidence-informed, blending techniques from CBT, DBT, and family systems therapy with a strong foundation in trauma-informed care. I’m trained in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and have advanced training in perinatal mental health.
Relationships can be messy! Whether you’re a couple feeling stuck in conflict, a parent struggling to keep your cool, or a new mom quietly overwhelmed, therapy can help you reconnect with yourself, your partner, and the people who matter most.
I create a safe, supportive space where you can slow down, reflect, and build the tools you need to feel more grounded. My approach is warm, collaborative, and evidence-informed, blending techniques from CBT, DBT, and family systems therapy with a strong foundation in trauma-informed care. I’m trained in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and have advanced training in perinatal mental health.
Your journey to healing begins here. As a mental health and addictions specialist, I am here to help you find hope and healing. “Healing doesn’t mean the damage never existed; it means the damage no longer controls our lives.” In a supportive environment, we will explore your thoughts and develop effective coping strategies tailored to your needs. You don’t have to face this journey alone; I am here to support you every step of the way. If you’re ready to take the first step toward change, reach out today, and let’s create the life you deserve!
Your journey to healing begins here. As a mental health and addictions specialist, I am here to help you find hope and healing. “Healing doesn’t mean the damage never existed; it means the damage no longer controls our lives.” In a supportive environment, we will explore your thoughts and develop effective coping strategies tailored to your needs. You don’t have to face this journey alone; I am here to support you every step of the way. If you’re ready to take the first step toward change, reach out today, and let’s create the life you deserve!
You were born to make a difference in the lives of others. You show up at work ready change the lives of your clients. You know the value of therapy and you're proud of what you've achieved. By the end of the day you're exhausted. You've heard things that would make anyone's hair stand on end. You feel emotionally drained and you're wondering if you're up to the task of helping your clients reach their goals. Secretly you're wondering if your clients will ever get better. It makes you feel concerned that you don't have what it takes. You do, you need the right place to get the support you need to continue supporting others.
You were born to make a difference in the lives of others. You show up at work ready change the lives of your clients. You know the value of therapy and you're proud of what you've achieved. By the end of the day you're exhausted. You've heard things that would make anyone's hair stand on end. You feel emotionally drained and you're wondering if you're up to the task of helping your clients reach their goals. Secretly you're wondering if your clients will ever get better. It makes you feel concerned that you don't have what it takes. You do, you need the right place to get the support you need to continue supporting others.
Looking for a therapist can feel like a daunting process. With so many different types of therapies out there, it’s not always clear what type of support will truly resonate or be effective for you. Even more, opening up to someone, even a trained professional, can be intimidating. So, our first and most important step in the therapeutic journey is creating a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space. My approach is primarily rooted within Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Looking for a therapist can feel like a daunting process. With so many different types of therapies out there, it’s not always clear what type of support will truly resonate or be effective for you. Even more, opening up to someone, even a trained professional, can be intimidating. So, our first and most important step in the therapeutic journey is creating a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space. My approach is primarily rooted within Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I weave together my experiences in mental health care with Somatic Experiencing (with optional hands-on touch work), Internal Family Systems/parts work, nature-based therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, attachment theory, polyvagal theory and general fun facts about the nervous system. I offer a compassionate space to land, talk things out and feel heard, learn practical tools and skills, feel more regulated, empowered and connected to yourself and others, create new patterns in life, deepen self-awareness, and get unstuck. You can expect to feel attuned to, validated, and met with zero judgment and a whole lot of empathy.
I weave together my experiences in mental health care with Somatic Experiencing (with optional hands-on touch work), Internal Family Systems/parts work, nature-based therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, attachment theory, polyvagal theory and general fun facts about the nervous system. I offer a compassionate space to land, talk things out and feel heard, learn practical tools and skills, feel more regulated, empowered and connected to yourself and others, create new patterns in life, deepen self-awareness, and get unstuck. You can expect to feel attuned to, validated, and met with zero judgment and a whole lot of empathy.
Are you living in a state of fear or anxiety? Reliving past conversations and events? Feeling overwhelmed when making decisions? Second guessing yourself and your judgement? Relying on others to validate choices and decisions and feeling guilty when saying "no"? Denying our own needs and engaging in patterns of people pleasing and rescuing is emotionally and physically exhausting. But, nothing to be ashamed of as it is a often a coping strategy from childhood. We can figure this out!
Are you living in a state of fear or anxiety? Reliving past conversations and events? Feeling overwhelmed when making decisions? Second guessing yourself and your judgement? Relying on others to validate choices and decisions and feeling guilty when saying "no"? Denying our own needs and engaging in patterns of people pleasing and rescuing is emotionally and physically exhausting. But, nothing to be ashamed of as it is a often a coping strategy from childhood. We can figure this out!
Are you feeling stuck in the same patterns? Overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, or major life changes? You’re not alone—life can be incredibly challenging. I specialize in helping with anxiety, self-esteem, coping skills, and family and relationship issues. Whether you’re a student, a working professional, or dealing with career stress, I’m here to support you in reclaiming your authentic self and putting your needs first.
Are you feeling stuck in the same patterns? Overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, or major life changes? You’re not alone—life can be incredibly challenging. I specialize in helping with anxiety, self-esteem, coping skills, and family and relationship issues. Whether you’re a student, a working professional, or dealing with career stress, I’m here to support you in reclaiming your authentic self and putting your needs first.
I am accepting new clients for individual counselling & FREE Trauma Recovery Group on Tuesday nights. I offer compassionate therapy for trauma, grief, eating disorders, addictions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, sexual orientation, serious mental health issues, dissociation, chronic pain, concussions, childhood abuse, relocation issues, sleep, anger or anything else. Everyone gets stuck from time to time. You don't have to be alone any more. I will adapt my style to your individual needs. I believe that behind your struggles is an astonishing ability to find hope, healing, strength, creativity, connection and fulfillment.
I am accepting new clients for individual counselling & FREE Trauma Recovery Group on Tuesday nights. I offer compassionate therapy for trauma, grief, eating disorders, addictions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, sexual orientation, serious mental health issues, dissociation, chronic pain, concussions, childhood abuse, relocation issues, sleep, anger or anything else. Everyone gets stuck from time to time. You don't have to be alone any more. I will adapt my style to your individual needs. I believe that behind your struggles is an astonishing ability to find hope, healing, strength, creativity, connection and fulfillment.
I support individuals who experience emotional and psychological distress brought on by adverse experiences, anxiety, or relationship challenges. People I work with often disclose beliefs of being a failure/not good enough, feeling unsafe within themselves or with others/the world, and feelings of loneliness. The experiences addressed most often in my virtual office include shame, helplessness, perfectionism, and fear/anxiety. While most of us believe that the only way to feel better is to eliminate discomfort, the most significant gains in therapy come from facilitating a compassionate relationship with our internal experiences.
I support individuals who experience emotional and psychological distress brought on by adverse experiences, anxiety, or relationship challenges. People I work with often disclose beliefs of being a failure/not good enough, feeling unsafe within themselves or with others/the world, and feelings of loneliness. The experiences addressed most often in my virtual office include shame, helplessness, perfectionism, and fear/anxiety. While most of us believe that the only way to feel better is to eliminate discomfort, the most significant gains in therapy come from facilitating a compassionate relationship with our internal experiences.
Compassionate support is here! Now in-person and virtual! I have been of service to the community for over 20 years including working at a women's shelter, rape crisis centre, high schools, and hospices. I work with clients in the areas of couples, divorce/separation, policing/first responders, stress management, anxiety, depression, bereavement, blended/step-families, cross-cultural issues, and healthy relationships. I use solution focused techniques, somatic experiencing and mindfulness strategies to guide my clients to build their own "tool box" with skills to assist them through difficult emotions, situations and life events.
Compassionate support is here! Now in-person and virtual! I have been of service to the community for over 20 years including working at a women's shelter, rape crisis centre, high schools, and hospices. I work with clients in the areas of couples, divorce/separation, policing/first responders, stress management, anxiety, depression, bereavement, blended/step-families, cross-cultural issues, and healthy relationships. I use solution focused techniques, somatic experiencing and mindfulness strategies to guide my clients to build their own "tool box" with skills to assist them through difficult emotions, situations and life events.
Hi, I'm Michelle and I'm so pleased that you found Compassionate Connections. Have you been looking for a warm, safe, compassionate place where you can work through life's ups and downs without judgment and labels? Many times life presents challenges and at Compassionate Connections, I invite you to spend some time with me to process these challenges in a compassionate and non-judgmental space. My focus is to create a personalized plan with you to help you create shifts and move through your concerns in a pace that is suited to you with evidence-based therapies.
Hi, I'm Michelle and I'm so pleased that you found Compassionate Connections. Have you been looking for a warm, safe, compassionate place where you can work through life's ups and downs without judgment and labels? Many times life presents challenges and at Compassionate Connections, I invite you to spend some time with me to process these challenges in a compassionate and non-judgmental space. My focus is to create a personalized plan with you to help you create shifts and move through your concerns in a pace that is suited to you with evidence-based therapies.
I work with thoughtful, capable adults who are used to carrying responsibility and are feeling worn down, unsettled, or stuck. Many are managing grief, burnout, anxiety, relationship strain, or a sense that something has shifted in their life or work. They may not have a clear name for what’s wrong, only that what used to work no longer does.
I work with thoughtful, capable adults who are used to carrying responsibility and are feeling worn down, unsettled, or stuck. Many are managing grief, burnout, anxiety, relationship strain, or a sense that something has shifted in their life or work. They may not have a clear name for what’s wrong, only that what used to work no longer does.
Need Help? I specialize in RELATIONSHIPS, COUPLE & SEX ISSUES, TRAUMA, PTSD, HYPNOTHERAPY, GRIEF, and LIFE PURPOSE issues. I work with individuals, couples, and groups. I can offer you sound therapeutic support in a comfortable and peaceful setting. My approach is non-judgement, client-centered, practical and results oriented. Together we achieve your desired goals!
Need Help? I specialize in RELATIONSHIPS, COUPLE & SEX ISSUES, TRAUMA, PTSD, HYPNOTHERAPY, GRIEF, and LIFE PURPOSE issues. I work with individuals, couples, and groups. I can offer you sound therapeutic support in a comfortable and peaceful setting. My approach is non-judgement, client-centered, practical and results oriented. Together we achieve your desired goals!
I am a Registered Psychotherapist who has worked with individuals in different capacities since 2011. Using my calm and gentle nature, I have built a practice based on professionalism, trust, openness and authenticity, where clients can feel safe and accepted without judgement. My approach to psychotherapy is tailored to the needs of my clients. I am dedicated to helping those in need of mental health care, and I always enjoy meeting new people. I have earned an honours Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Laurentian University, as well as a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology with Yorkville University.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist who has worked with individuals in different capacities since 2011. Using my calm and gentle nature, I have built a practice based on professionalism, trust, openness and authenticity, where clients can feel safe and accepted without judgement. My approach to psychotherapy is tailored to the needs of my clients. I am dedicated to helping those in need of mental health care, and I always enjoy meeting new people. I have earned an honours Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Laurentian University, as well as a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology with Yorkville University.
Krish Dhir Social Work & Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, BComm, BSW, MSW, RSW
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Therapy for Professionals, Leaders, Executives, Frontline Workers, and Specialist in Men’s Mental Health. Do you feel like you haven’t achieved much? Checked out? Feel overburdened, lack excitement, have self-doubt or low motivation? Feel like you are disrupting your family's life? Have relationship issues? Not being present? You have difficulty concentrating and focusing because you worry about the future. You are overwhelmed with thoughts related to your self-image, so you don't access help. Thus, your patterns of procrastination and avoidance increase, which impacts your personal and professional growth.
Therapy for Professionals, Leaders, Executives, Frontline Workers, and Specialist in Men’s Mental Health. Do you feel like you haven’t achieved much? Checked out? Feel overburdened, lack excitement, have self-doubt or low motivation? Feel like you are disrupting your family's life? Have relationship issues? Not being present? You have difficulty concentrating and focusing because you worry about the future. You are overwhelmed with thoughts related to your self-image, so you don't access help. Thus, your patterns of procrastination and avoidance increase, which impacts your personal and professional growth.
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Weight Loss Counsellors
What is the relationship between weight management and mental health?
Mental health can be significantly influenced by one's physical health, so overall improvements in one's quality of life as a result of improved physical functioning from weight loss can have an overall positive impact on an individual's mental health and allow them to engage more readily in everyday activities. In addition, many strategies used to manage weight, such as exercise and maintaining a healthy diet, are also associated with reducing the symptoms of common mental health conditions, such as anxiety or depression. Individuals may also benefit from the improved self-esteem and self-efficacy that can come with successful weight management.
What is the psychological approach to losing weight?
While there are no specific therapy modalities specifically for weight loss, common psychological therapies can be highly effective in helping clients make lasting lifestyle changes. This may be called the "psychological approach" to weight loss because it does not rely on physical interventions, such as medication or weight loss surgery, to help clients lose weight. Weight loss counselling can be used in addition to or instead of such physical interventions. Some clients simply seek therapy to address the challenges that may accompany weight loss in general, including negative thoughts surrounding their body, disordered eating patterns, or difficulty completing daily tasks as a result of their weight challenges. In such cases, therapists will often utilise behavioural coaching or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques to help clients understand how their thoughts may be influencing their diet and physical activity patterns.
What type of therapy is commonly used in weight loss counselling?
Weight loss counseling often involves a combination of therapy and psychoeducation. Common techniques used by weight loss counselors include journalling, thought diaries, and other Cognitive Behavioural Therapy strategies that encourage clients to consider how their feelings about their weight loss impact their mental health. Weight loss counsellors may also teach clients mindfulness exercises, which can be used by clients during and after eating to be more aware of physical cues from their body surrounding eating. Some clients looking for weight loss therapy may also benefit from group therapy approaches, which utilise the power of social connection and accountability to help clients adhere to their weight loss plan.
Is therapy recommended for individuals undergoing bariatric surgery?
While therapy is not a requirement for individuals undergoing bariatric surgery, many individuals undergoing weight loss surgery may benefit from seeing a counsellor. Prior to surgery, counsellors can help clients decide whether surgical weight loss is a good fit for them and assist in surgery preparation. Post-surgery, counsellors can assist clients with the psychological component of maintaining their weight loss, as well as help clients navigate any postoperative pain. Throughout the surgical process, therapists can help clients process body-image challenges that may come with dramatic changes in weight, as well as manage symptoms of anxiety or depression that may accompany the major life changes bariatric surgery can bring.