Marriage Counselling Therapists in Simcoe, ON
For years, I’ve witnessed how deeply our relationship with ourselves can impact everything around us. Our self-worth trickles into how we fuel ourselves, speak up, and show up in our family, relationships, and career.
As the owner of a nutrition business for five years, I helped women move away from fad diets and toward a more intuitive, meaningful way of life. Over time, I realized that nutrition was only one piece of the puzzle—and that true healing comes from digging deeper into the emotions, beliefs, and experiences that shape how we see ourselves.
I wanted to get to the root of the “issue” with my clients.
For years, I’ve witnessed how deeply our relationship with ourselves can impact everything around us. Our self-worth trickles into how we fuel ourselves, speak up, and show up in our family, relationships, and career.
As the owner of a nutrition business for five years, I helped women move away from fad diets and toward a more intuitive, meaningful way of life. Over time, I realized that nutrition was only one piece of the puzzle—and that true healing comes from digging deeper into the emotions, beliefs, and experiences that shape how we see ourselves.
I wanted to get to the root of the “issue” with my clients.
I passionately support individuals, partners and polycules in prioritizing pleasure and becoming more empowered in their sexual experiences.
As a Certified Sex Therapist (CST), I have completed specialized training in sex therapy, and continue to expand my knowledge and awareness though ongoing training. My approach is holistic, using somatic and body-based approaches/modalities. I maintain a trauma-informed, relational and attachment-based lens in the work I do with clients.
I passionately support individuals, partners and polycules in prioritizing pleasure and becoming more empowered in their sexual experiences.
As a Certified Sex Therapist (CST), I have completed specialized training in sex therapy, and continue to expand my knowledge and awareness though ongoing training. My approach is holistic, using somatic and body-based approaches/modalities. I maintain a trauma-informed, relational and attachment-based lens in the work I do with clients.
You might be carrying a lot right now. Maybe it’s anxiety that won’t quiet down, feeling stuck in your thoughts, being hard on yourself, or just not feeling like yourself lately. Life transitions, relationship challenges, or the impact of past experiences may also be making things feel heavier than usual. But you don’t have to navigate all of this alone.
I work with those who are looking for a space to slow things down and feel understood. My goal is to be present with you in a way that feels supportive and collaborative, helping you move forward in a direction that feels more grounded, clear, and aligned with your values.
You might be carrying a lot right now. Maybe it’s anxiety that won’t quiet down, feeling stuck in your thoughts, being hard on yourself, or just not feeling like yourself lately. Life transitions, relationship challenges, or the impact of past experiences may also be making things feel heavier than usual. But you don’t have to navigate all of this alone.
I work with those who are looking for a space to slow things down and feel understood. My goal is to be present with you in a way that feels supportive and collaborative, helping you move forward in a direction that feels more grounded, clear, and aligned with your values.
I am here to support individuals and couples using evidence-based strategies that promote long-term healing and growth.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by intense emotions, anxious thoughts, relationship struggles, or past trauma? Do rapid mood changes leave you feeling out of control? Or are you feeling unseen, unheard, and burnt out? Life’s challenges can feel heavy, but healing is possible.
With over 18 years of experience working in the mental health field, I’ll help you explore your thoughts, feelings, and needs to process past emotional injuries, develop healthy coping strategies, build resilience, and create meaningful change.
I am here to support individuals and couples using evidence-based strategies that promote long-term healing and growth.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by intense emotions, anxious thoughts, relationship struggles, or past trauma? Do rapid mood changes leave you feeling out of control? Or are you feeling unseen, unheard, and burnt out? Life’s challenges can feel heavy, but healing is possible.
With over 18 years of experience working in the mental health field, I’ll help you explore your thoughts, feelings, and needs to process past emotional injuries, develop healthy coping strategies, build resilience, and create meaningful change.
Life can feel overwhelming, with trauma, addiction, immigration, family challenges, or searching for belonging. You don't have to face it alone.
With 15+ years in health and human services, I bring lived experience as a first-generation immigrant and expertise as a Victim Specialist and Addiction Care Worker. I offer culturally humble, trauma-informed care using CBT, Person-Centred, EFT, and SFBT approaches.
I meet you where you are in crisis, skill-building, or deep healing. Your story matters here. Taking the first step is courageous, and I'll honour your pace.
Life can feel overwhelming, with trauma, addiction, immigration, family challenges, or searching for belonging. You don't have to face it alone.
With 15+ years in health and human services, I bring lived experience as a first-generation immigrant and expertise as a Victim Specialist and Addiction Care Worker. I offer culturally humble, trauma-informed care using CBT, Person-Centred, EFT, and SFBT approaches.
I meet you where you are in crisis, skill-building, or deep healing. Your story matters here. Taking the first step is courageous, and I'll honour your pace.
It’s common to resist difficult emotions or feel stuck and uncertain of how to make positive change. Thankfully, there are many ways to heal while also honouring the struggles we walk through. With an unwavering commitment to honouring each individual’s place in my practice, I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space for you to explore your experiences, become better acquainted with yourself, and find deeper meaning within your story.
It’s common to resist difficult emotions or feel stuck and uncertain of how to make positive change. Thankfully, there are many ways to heal while also honouring the struggles we walk through. With an unwavering commitment to honouring each individual’s place in my practice, I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space for you to explore your experiences, become better acquainted with yourself, and find deeper meaning within your story.
I work with adults, teens and couples navigating life’s difficult moments by offering compassionate, supportive space to explore challenges and build greater balance and well-being.
I am a Master of Social Work student using an integrative, trauma-informed approach that draws on ACT, CBT, DBT, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFIT). I have additional training in complex grief and concurrent disorders, allowing me to competently support individuals experiencing grief and those managing substance use challenges.
I work with adults, teens and couples navigating life’s difficult moments by offering compassionate, supportive space to explore challenges and build greater balance and well-being.
I am a Master of Social Work student using an integrative, trauma-informed approach that draws on ACT, CBT, DBT, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFIT). I have additional training in complex grief and concurrent disorders, allowing me to competently support individuals experiencing grief and those managing substance use challenges.
As an RP (Qualifying) I am interested in helping individuals navigate the complexities of being a human in their own individual experiences holding a sacred and respectful space for all that arises while working together. I firmly believe that every person is shaped by their environment and that everyone enters this world with a unique purpose and inherently good intentions. It is through the human condition that trauma arises by way of experiences which can sometimes lead people away from their path of self-actualization. In each session clients are reminded of whole self, to guide them on their journey to acceptance and healing.
As an RP (Qualifying) I am interested in helping individuals navigate the complexities of being a human in their own individual experiences holding a sacred and respectful space for all that arises while working together. I firmly believe that every person is shaped by their environment and that everyone enters this world with a unique purpose and inherently good intentions. It is through the human condition that trauma arises by way of experiences which can sometimes lead people away from their path of self-actualization. In each session clients are reminded of whole self, to guide them on their journey to acceptance and healing.
Stephanie Sliwa at Mindful Path
Registered Social Worker, MACP, RSW, BSWHons
6 Endorsed
Simcoe, ON N3Y
Couples therapy for conflict, disconnection, infidelity, and difficult decisions, with support for children, teens and complex family situations.
I help couples step out of reactive patterns and into more grounded, productive conversations, with greater clarity about what they want moving forward. For teens, I support emotional awareness, regulation, and navigating stress, relationships, and identity. I also help children express emotions and build stronger regulation skills.
Couples therapy for conflict, disconnection, infidelity, and difficult decisions, with support for children, teens and complex family situations.
I help couples step out of reactive patterns and into more grounded, productive conversations, with greater clarity about what they want moving forward. For teens, I support emotional awareness, regulation, and navigating stress, relationships, and identity. I also help children express emotions and build stronger regulation skills.
Special areas of interest include transitional life stages (e.g., career shifts, marriage, bereavement) and navigating difficult relationship dynamics.
Hi there! What an honor to meet you. Life is full of ups and downs. And, ready or not, the world keeps spinning! I respect the decision to ask for help when you’re facing too much.
Therapy is an avenue to reflect on experiences, process complex feelings, and develop strategies to help cope with stressors in life. I believe in a holistic approach to healing, and together we will investigate the many factors contributing to your mental health and well-being. Drawing from various orientations, we will use emotion-focused, psychodynamic, and somatic exercises to help bring some clarity to the present moment.
Special areas of interest include transitional life stages (e.g., career shifts, marriage, bereavement) and navigating difficult relationship dynamics.
Hi there! What an honor to meet you. Life is full of ups and downs. And, ready or not, the world keeps spinning! I respect the decision to ask for help when you’re facing too much.
Therapy is an avenue to reflect on experiences, process complex feelings, and develop strategies to help cope with stressors in life. I believe in a holistic approach to healing, and together we will investigate the many factors contributing to your mental health and well-being. Drawing from various orientations, we will use emotion-focused, psychodynamic, and somatic exercises to help bring some clarity to the present moment.
The Clinicians at Great Lakes engage in continuing competence activities and offer strength-based, person-centered, trauma informed, solution focused, culturally aware, non-judgmental and anti-oppressive counselling to individuals, groups, children, youth, couples and families.
Available Counsellors: Tara Telfer MSW, Jesse Near MSW, Kaitlin Montague MSW, Jessica Pacheco MSW, Christine Kichler MSW, Lori Schiappa MSW, Rayne Jarvis MSW, Judy Barker CRPO, John Morrissey CRPO, Devi Jayachandran MSW & Lori Schiappa MSW. Available Consultants: Jennifer Threndyle CDMP
The Clinicians at Great Lakes engage in continuing competence activities and offer strength-based, person-centered, trauma informed, solution focused, culturally aware, non-judgmental and anti-oppressive counselling to individuals, groups, children, youth, couples and families.
Available Counsellors: Tara Telfer MSW, Jesse Near MSW, Kaitlin Montague MSW, Jessica Pacheco MSW, Christine Kichler MSW, Lori Schiappa MSW, Rayne Jarvis MSW, Judy Barker CRPO, John Morrissey CRPO, Devi Jayachandran MSW & Lori Schiappa MSW. Available Consultants: Jennifer Threndyle CDMP
I also work with couples who are feeling disconnected, stuck in conflict, or wanting to strengthen their communication.
Together, we build practical tools, explore patterns with curiosity, and work toward lasting change. I use CBT, ACT, ERP for OCD, I-CBT for OCD, and the Gottman Method to support individuals and couples. I also offer faith-based counselling for those who wish to integrate their spirituality into the therapy process.
I also work with couples who are feeling disconnected, stuck in conflict, or wanting to strengthen their communication.
Together, we build practical tools, explore patterns with curiosity, and work toward lasting change. I use CBT, ACT, ERP for OCD, I-CBT for OCD, and the Gottman Method to support individuals and couples. I also offer faith-based counselling for those who wish to integrate their spirituality into the therapy process.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the chaos of ADHD, the anxiety of OCD, or the quiet heaviness of emotional stress, you’re not alone. Maybe you’ve always been the one to hold it together—high-functioning on the outside but exhausted underneath. You might be craving relief from the constant noise in your mind or the pressure to keep up. You may have never talked openly about your mental health before, especially if you’ve been told to “just push through.” You’re not looking for perfection—you’re looking for real strategies, honest connection, and the space to finally feel like yourself again.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the chaos of ADHD, the anxiety of OCD, or the quiet heaviness of emotional stress, you’re not alone. Maybe you’ve always been the one to hold it together—high-functioning on the outside but exhausted underneath. You might be craving relief from the constant noise in your mind or the pressure to keep up. You may have never talked openly about your mental health before, especially if you’ve been told to “just push through.” You’re not looking for perfection—you’re looking for real strategies, honest connection, and the space to finally feel like yourself again.
Wading through therapist profiles seems like an exhausting chore with no guaranteed pay-off. But so, too, does white-knuckling it through another week. You're "on," buzzing with anticipation, racing to stay two steps ahead of an impending yet unnameable fear that's nearly always in your chest. Then, you're "off," floating in a sea of numbness, viewing your loved ones as if through a wall of plexiglass. You've analyzed your past and you're doing life "right," so why does it feel like an unending performance of "I'm fine"?
Wading through therapist profiles seems like an exhausting chore with no guaranteed pay-off. But so, too, does white-knuckling it through another week. You're "on," buzzing with anticipation, racing to stay two steps ahead of an impending yet unnameable fear that's nearly always in your chest. Then, you're "off," floating in a sea of numbness, viewing your loved ones as if through a wall of plexiglass. You've analyzed your past and you're doing life "right," so why does it feel like an unending performance of "I'm fine"?
Julie Moore at Mindful Path Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
1 Endorsed
Simcoe, ON N3Y
If you find yourself struggling day to day, feeling stressed and overwhelmed or feeling stuck, here, you will find guidance and support. My practice is grounded in eco-social work, which recognizes the interconnectedness of individuals, communities, and the environment. This perspective informs my holistic approach to therapy, emphasizing the importance of context in understanding and addressing mental health challenges. As a member of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, I am dedicated to fostering a warm, open, and non-judgmental space where clients can freely explore their thoughts and emotions.
If you find yourself struggling day to day, feeling stressed and overwhelmed or feeling stuck, here, you will find guidance and support. My practice is grounded in eco-social work, which recognizes the interconnectedness of individuals, communities, and the environment. This perspective informs my holistic approach to therapy, emphasizing the importance of context in understanding and addressing mental health challenges. As a member of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, I am dedicated to fostering a warm, open, and non-judgmental space where clients can freely explore their thoughts and emotions.
I bring warmth, compassion, skill, and a deep commitment to holding space for each individual or couple I meet.
My background in loss, grief, depression, women's issues, burn out, and trauma-related events aids me in meeting clients with compassion, understanding and wisdom. I integrate a variety of therapeutic modalities including psychodynamic, mindfulness, mind body connections, narrative therapy, nature informed therapy and spiritually integrated therapy.
I bring warmth, compassion, skill, and a deep commitment to holding space for each individual or couple I meet.
My background in loss, grief, depression, women's issues, burn out, and trauma-related events aids me in meeting clients with compassion, understanding and wisdom. I integrate a variety of therapeutic modalities including psychodynamic, mindfulness, mind body connections, narrative therapy, nature informed therapy and spiritually integrated therapy.
I identify as a Black woman, social worker and mother. I support clients as young as 10 years old who may be dealing with separation anxiety, increased stressors (i.e. divorce, self-esteem, anger issues, neurodivergent challenges).
I work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, relationship challenges, and childhood trauma. I work with clients who struggle with workplace challenges, racism, and employment anxieties.
Finally, I support clients with immigration struggles and adjustment issues as they settle in Canada. I support clients who have been incarcerated and struggle with adjusting back into the community.
I identify as a Black woman, social worker and mother. I support clients as young as 10 years old who may be dealing with separation anxiety, increased stressors (i.e. divorce, self-esteem, anger issues, neurodivergent challenges).
I work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, relationship challenges, and childhood trauma. I work with clients who struggle with workplace challenges, racism, and employment anxieties.
Finally, I support clients with immigration struggles and adjustment issues as they settle in Canada. I support clients who have been incarcerated and struggle with adjusting back into the community.
Serving individuals or couples in person, virtually, or over the phone.
Do you struggle with feeling like you’re doing it all and it’s never enough? Have these feelings impacted your day-to-day life, relationships, or ability to enjoy life? Do you feel guilt or shame in your response to stressful situations? Do you question how life could be calmer and more meaningful? Now more than ever, people feel overwhelmed and struggle to create fulfilling and enriching lives. Not addressing your challenges can lead to negative consequences, such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, or even physiological issues. I believe you can create a balanced life where you don’t feel like you’re running on empty.
Serving individuals or couples in person, virtually, or over the phone.
Do you struggle with feeling like you’re doing it all and it’s never enough? Have these feelings impacted your day-to-day life, relationships, or ability to enjoy life? Do you feel guilt or shame in your response to stressful situations? Do you question how life could be calmer and more meaningful? Now more than ever, people feel overwhelmed and struggle to create fulfilling and enriching lives. Not addressing your challenges can lead to negative consequences, such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, or even physiological issues. I believe you can create a balanced life where you don’t feel like you’re running on empty.
I have been working in private practice for just over 5 years helping adults, teens, couples, and families.
“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk to blossom” -Anais Nin. I can appreciate how difficult it is to make the first steps in entering into a therapeutic relationship. Telling our stories takes tremendous courage and strength. We can trick ourselves into believing that it would be easier to remain silent. We all hit a point in our lives where we need extra guidance, a genuine ear, or a safe place to open up. I create a safe and open space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and stories. I combine several therapeutic techniques, to allow you the freedom to share your journey.
I have been working in private practice for just over 5 years helping adults, teens, couples, and families.
“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk to blossom” -Anais Nin. I can appreciate how difficult it is to make the first steps in entering into a therapeutic relationship. Telling our stories takes tremendous courage and strength. We can trick ourselves into believing that it would be easier to remain silent. We all hit a point in our lives where we need extra guidance, a genuine ear, or a safe place to open up. I create a safe and open space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and stories. I combine several therapeutic techniques, to allow you the freedom to share your journey.
The first step is the hardest and making changes in your life can feel overwhelming. Your journey is unique, but you are not alone! My sessions offer a safe and supportive place where you can feel comfortable expressing your feelings and emotions and where vulnerability does not mean weakness.
The first step is the hardest and making changes in your life can feel overwhelming. Your journey is unique, but you are not alone! My sessions offer a safe and supportive place where you can feel comfortable expressing your feelings and emotions and where vulnerability does not mean weakness.
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Marriage Counselling
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.