Parenting Therapists in Guelph, ON
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Annette Martin
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
While becoming a
parent
can bring joy and fulfillment, the changes and stressors that accompany the perinatal period can also have substantial impacts on a
parent
’s mental health. Nothing can easily prepare parents for this new role which we often enter with preconceived notions, notions that can differ dramatically from the lived reality. It can contribute to changes in our mental health, create stressors within our relationships, and impact our ability to cope. We may feel a sense of disappointment or disillusionment that
parenting
isn’t what we envisioned and it is not uncommon to long for our pre-
parenting
life and identity.
Guelph, ON N1E
& Online
Not accepting new clients
Shadi Ramez
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I have years of experience working with trauma (developmental, single episode, attachment, sexual, domestic violence and partner abuse ),
parenting
challenges, depression and anxiety.
I am glad you are here. You are here because you are ready to heal. Healing and recovery process is profound, hard work and takes time. But you will never regret choosing to feel better, stronger and whole.
Waitlist for new clients
Alexandra Gousse
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
Verified
I also offer
parenting
consultations.
Life offers us all arduous trials, and seeking support from others is the best tool we've got to manage adversity. Maybe you've been stuck in an old way of thinking or doing things, maybe you're struggling to cope with overwhelming emotions. Perhaps you want to better understand the nature of your struggles. Or perhaps you have been struggling with a mental illness and are looking for specialized treatment. Reaching out to a Clinical Psychologist can help you meet all of these goals. Contact me today to arrange a consultation.
Lisa McCaskell
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Additionally, we can overcome what gets in the way if you feel like you struggle to be the
parent
you want to be.
Parenting
is difficult at the best of times. Add in the complexities of supporting a child or teen who is struggling and
parenting
becomes even more challenging. It can be hard to know where to turn to get support for you, your child or teen, and your whole family. I am here to help. I have worked in children's mental health for 18 years supporting children and youth with mental health and behavioural difficulties and their families. Together we can develop a plan to support your loved one. I will teach you the skills you need along the way.
Guelph, ON N1K
& Online
Nichole Caswell
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Specifically, I specialize in: Attachment, Trauma,
Parent
-Child Conflict, Separation/Divorce,
Parenting
, Couples and/or Family Therapy, Grief/Loss, Sexuality/Gender Identity, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Suicidality/Self Harm, ADHD and more.
Hello, my name is Nichole Caswell. I'm a registered social worker with several years of training and experience working with individuals and families. I hope to empower clients to make changes in their lives. I strive to create a secure and supportive environment, allowing for an atmosphere that feels comfortable and collaborative. I listen to my clients with compassion and strive to create a safe space for people to share their experiences and hopes for the future.
Jessica Barnes
Registered Social Worker, MSW , RSW
Verified
Verified
As a
parent
, you want to enjoy motherhood and not be overwhelmed with guilt, depression or anxiety, and stress.
You're a new mom, and when asked by everyone, "are you loving motherhood?" a flood of guilt comes over you because the honest answer is "not really..." Maybe you are expecting a baby and are already experiencing anxiety, depression, or conflict with your partner. The stressors of a new baby and
parenting
can be incredibly difficult, and in our society it is common to have a difficult birth and an overwhelming postpartum period. It doesn't have to be like that. I am here to help you create birth and postpartum experiences that will leave you feeling triumphant instead of traumatized.
Ontario Trauma Therapy - Michelle
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Life can be really challenging. Family dynamics and difficult personalities can make you feel like you’re reliving painful moments from the past. Being a
parent
, or trying to become one, can bring heartache and frustration. Infertility, loss, illness and anxiety can make life feel heavy, difficult, and rid you of vitality. This is where I come in to help. I can take you to better places. Healing doesn’t mean the pain never existed; it means the pain no longer controls our lives. I will create a space where you will feel safe and unconditionally supported to explore your thoughts, feelings, and worries, without judgement.
Michelle Green
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified
Verified
Sometimes the stories we tell (and are being told) about ourselves keep us stuck in suffering. As a psychotherapist, I view my role in therapy as someone who can walk with clients as they discover new ways to re-write their own stories. I primarily work with women on issues such as identity transitions in becoming a
parent
, pregnancy, and new
parent
/caregiver support. I also have a special interest in supporting adult clients of any gender in other areas such as attachment and relationship pattern exploration, self-compassion/acceptance building, and adoptive/foster
parent
support.
Guelph, ON N1H
& Online
Jessie Baynham
Registered Psychotherapist, BASC, MA, RP(Q)
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
(For speed of reply, emails are sent to our admin team) I can help with a wide range of challenges, including times of transition, coping skills, questions around identity and/or sexuality, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship issues and/or divorce/separation, problems with school or work, and
parenting
challenges. Of utmost importance is establishing a strong therapeutic relationship, as we work deeply to achieve your goals. My own lived experience with trauma, mental health challenges, sexuality/identity and experience of parenthood help inform and support the work we will do together.
Priya Prince
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have several areas of interest and experience including working with clients struggling with substance use and related mental health conditions, survivors of sexual abuse and history of trauma, relationship issues,
parenting
and immigrant struggles.
Offering Affordable Therapy and Accepting New Clients! We all have a unique and powerful life story that deserves to be heard. Sometimes, life gets tough along the journey, but you do not have to face those challenges alone. Seeking help is a virtue of bravery and taking control of your healing journey. You are the expert of you, and I assure you that I will walk alongside you and support you in your journey of restoration, healing and growth. I believe in working collaboratively with you on your strengths and resilience to achieve your goals and live your life to the fullest.
Rebecca Ker
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
If you are the
parent
of a child with anxiety, I welcome you to reach out as I have extensive experience in helping parents learn to navigate
parenting
given the unique challenges anxiety can bring to the family dynamic.
If you are experiencing anxiety that can be debilitating, the effects of trauma that has not been processed or is "stuck", life can seem like a mountain that is too high to climb. What you are doing now, by seeking help, is a huge first step. There is hope, and I can help you discover and strengthen the skills required to get you where you'd like to be.
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Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, MThThDR, RMFT, MSc
Verified
Verified
Sample Therapy Concerns Include: Improving Mood and Emotions * Strengthening Family Relations* Couple Communication * Separation/Divorce * Domestic Violence *
Parenting
* Workplace Issues * Substance Abuse/Misuse.
Hours: Monday - Thursday (9:00 am - 9:00 pm), Friday (9:00 am to 5:00 pm) Our Mission: To provide responsive and professional resources, fostering wellbeing in our communities. Our Vision: A resilient and supported community. Our Values: People, Inclusion, Collaboration, Accountability
Gudrun van Amerom
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
The need for connection emerges from our very core. Though we are social beings, when our core is wounded or in pain, we may instinctively attempt to protect ourselves, even from our nearest and dearest companions. Whether we’re going through a particularly challenging time in life or facing our usual day-to-day stressors, counselling can be an important part of a healthy lifestyle. I work with children, youth and adults learning to: respond skillfully to emotional distress; adjust to expected and unexpected life transitions; process grief and loss; and manage
parenting
demands and expectations.
Yasmin Smith
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
As a
parent
of five children, I know first-hand how challenging it is to watch your child struggle with mental health issues.
I have spent over 10 years supporting children, adolescents, emerging adults, and parents in the area of mental health and well-being. As a registered clinical social worker, I adopt a client-centred approach utilizing various treatment modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), DBT skills, Narrative Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. I work with children, teenagers, and young adults struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, self-harm, obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD), and social behavioural challenges (emotional regulation, and ADHD symptoms).
Waitlist for new clients
Jacqueline L. Guigue-Glaspell
Registered Social Worker, CHypno, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
My specialties include anxiety, depression,
parenting
, child behavioral issues, relationship conflict, addictions, grief/loss and stress.
Getting connected to a therapist can be hard. I ask you to contact with basic information, your availability and a phone number and I will connect with you (please advise me if I can leave a message on any phone contact you provide and/or if I can respond via your email provided (this allows a quick response). When we connect we discuss your needs, my qualifications and our working together. My approach to counselling is informal/goal focused. Taking on only a few clients allows me to genuinely focus. Rates are per session and results of change are noticed within four sessions. Counselling is a safe place to be honest and share with a professional who genuinely has concern and the ability to walk you through the change needed for you to be healthier/happier. Connect if I can be that help for you.
Ashley Bellis
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MACP, RP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My name is Ashley, and I am a registered psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. I provide compassionate, non-judgemental support for individuals, couples, and families. In my private practice, I work with people who are experiencing a variety of challenges, including: relationship issues, stress, and difficult life transitions. I also specialize in supporting parents and/or hopeful parents through issues with infertility, pregnancy, postpartum health, and
parenting
. This includes parents who are supporting children with mental or physical illness, which is often associated with increased stress.
Natalia Brajak
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, RP
Verified
Verified
I work with adults who want freedom from negative patterns and who want to get to the root of repetitive reactivity and triggers. They want calm and peace. They want help with healthy boundaries, anxiety, self-worth, depression, life direction, co-dependency, communication, addiction, relationships (with self, the Divine, life partner, ex-partner, children, family, co-workers), emotional regulation, grief, loss/divorce, chronic pain,
parenting
, spiritual growth and psychedelic integration. Carrying the past makes current life difficult. Helping clients accept the past, learn from it and then let it go is what I love doing best.
Courtney Bell
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
*Courtney and her associates are now accepting new clients!* Are you a
parent
, child or adult who is struggling to manage their mental health? Are you feeling alone, stuck and unsupported? Hi, my name is Courtney, I am a Registered Psychotherapist and I am here to help. I provide counselling services to children, youth and their families as well as adults who may be struggling with the impact of trauma, anxiety, depression among other concerns. I have over 10 years of clinical experience.
Guelph, ON N1H
& Online
The ADHD & Autism Centre - Alina Kislenko
MA, RP
1 Endorsed
1 Endorsed
We also offer adult and
parenting
groups as well as diagnosis.
I am an ADHD/Autism specialized Psychotherapist/Coach as well as an Asst. Adj. Clinical Psych & Neuroscience Professor. Myself and the other practitioners at The ADHD & Spectrum Centre offer in-person services in Guelph/Ottawa and virtual services across Canada and internationally. I love working with families, individuals, and couples seeking to understand ADHD & ASD in their lives, and working to master everything from organization to impulse control. My own diagnoses of Autism & ADHD help me fight for my clients every day and have equipped me with a diverse set of strategies in my toolkit that are personalized for each client.
Rachel Kotack
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MSc, RP(Q)
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Accepting new virtual clients. Do you ever think, “how did I get here?”. From navigating relationships, work,
parenting
, and day-to-day stress, managing adult life can feel overwhelming. Often the stories we tell ourselves about who we are and how we 'should' act keep us stuck in unhelpful patterns. But you don’t have to stay ‘stuck’. Let’s work together to understand your own blueprint that got you to where you are —and find a new way forward. I bring my experience as a working mom to my practice, encouraging you to show up as you are. Together we can help you take steps towards a life that feels authentic and fulfilling to you.
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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.