Women's Issues Therapists in Barrie, ON

Are you feeling overwhelmed, not like yourself, having anxious thought spirals, or a need to stay busy all of the time? I can help you feel more in control, balanced emotionally, heal through the tough stuff and feel like themselves again. I employ methods designed to accelerate the healing process. The journey of self discovery, healing and growth begins in a safe & secure place. We are not wired to cope with life alone. I will meet you with compassion and grace to help ensure you feel safe. The aim of my treatment is to provide you with the space and validation you need to heal & move you towards feeling connected and in control.

You deserve to be supported through a journey of self-discovery and self-empowerment. I love working with women, trans folx, and non-binary folx, and together we can talk about challenges like lack of motivation, anxiety, and self-esteem issues. It can be frustrating when one or many aspects of your life, such as work, family dynamics, or even sexual health, are causing those difficult feelings. Together, we can explore coping skills and strategies to help manage the challenges AND find ways to live more meaningfully—whatever that means for you.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist and have completed my Masters of Counselling Psychology. Whether you are seeking support for anxiety, depression, challenges in your relationships, or are pursuing personal growth and wellness, I offer a safe and non-judgemental space for you to explore your unique goals.

Sometimes we go through hard things and don't know how to handle them or ourselves. Change is hard to make but possible and its easier to do when your being honest and with someone supporting and helping to navigate the things. If you want to do some digging, exploring yourself, connecting some dots, hearing strategies around your automatic responses to things I like to do that too. I support clients in learning about themselves and I especially enjoy working with clients who are diagnosed or suspect they have ADHD. The uniqueness connected with ADHD can be challenging at times but also be an amazing source of creativity!

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.

Many people come to therapy wondering “what is wrong with me”? It is my view that the real question is "what has happened in your life that has impacted your beliefs about yourself and your ability to cope with stressful life events"? You may notice that you seem to automatically react to situations in a way that you don't necessarily choose and question if you will ever be able to change. If you have experienced highly stressful and/or traumatic events then you will benefit from a therapeutic approach that mindfully explores your personal experiences and strengthens your resiliency to respond rather than react.

Do you feel like you are sitting at a crossroads, disconnected from your authentic self, feel stuck or burnt-out, and tired of feeling tired? Bothered by feelings of uncertainty, limiting beliefs/low mood, and anxiety? Troubled by old wounds that you'd like to make peace with, or overwhelmed as you navigate your everyday life, your career, relationships, motherhood and beyond? You are not alone. Life can be challenging with many moving parts. It's not uncommon to be faced with difficulties, hardships, and the desire to find more peace and joy.

Hello and welcome! You have landed on my profile, because you are seeking support and assistance in coping with the challenges of adult life, such as work stress, parenting, life transitions or emotions and thoughts that can overwhelm-- to name a few! And, you are looking for an experienced Registered Social Worker to help you, or a loved one, to navigate this difficult time.

Struggling to achieve what you think you "ought" to be achieving? Finding barriers you can't seem to overcome on your own? Looking for someone to hold space for you? Life can present challenges in all forms; I am committed to helping you navigate those through flexible, dynamic, and engaging approaches. Let's weave together seemingly disparate parts of your life to help you to feel well. Do well. And be well. I am keen to meet you where you are at and recognize that that looks different for every person.

As a woman, it’s so SO hard to walk in those shoes (or steel toe boots, flip flops, heels, whatever they are). You’ve been trying to do it all and be so strong. You’re amazing. And at the same time, you don’t have to sort through it alone: the toxic and codependent relationships, the body image pressure and never feeling like you’re enough, the huge plate load of things you take on every single day, and the sexual trauma or abuse that you carry as you try and just…live. It’s A LOT. And you deserve to find some peace and relief with it all. So what if all it takes is some therapy sessions to get that relief?

Past traumas may linger in the face of life's seasons, hindering your ability to be your true self and form meaningful connections. You may repeat unhealthy relationship patterns or engage in ways that don't serve you. You may feel disconnected from yourself and your body, and lose your sense of Self in relationships. You may grapple with negative self-talk, stress, anxiety, and burnout, struggling to manage your emotions. Overthinking, overachieving, self-criticism, and self-doubt often prevail as you question your purpose and whether you’re on the right path. I know how tiring, frustrating, and defeating this can feel.

I am a compassionate, honest, empathetic therapist, and I prioritize ethical practice and integrity above all else. I like to incorporate my sense of humour in my work with clients to help put them at ease and develop a positive therapeutic relationship. I have experience working with children, youth, adults, couples and families presenting with a wide range of concerns and mental health needs. I am a registered Social Worker and a member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.

** Specializing in Fertility, Pregnancy, Baby Loss, Postpartum, Parenting, NICU, Prematurity, High-Risk Pregnancy, Birth Trauma, TFMR, Medical Trauma, Parenting a Child with Medical Needs***

Hey! I’m Nikki. My practice is focused on nurturing the mental health and well-being of women and girls through the lifecycle. I believe in taking a compassionate, non-judgmental, and strength-based approach to healing, and I am passionate about empowering clients to come home to their authentic selves.

You've heard that parenthood is supposed to be a natural transition, but it doesn't feel that way. You have thoughts about how a good parent wouldn't feel sad or angry like this. You're going through the motions, but you're overwhelmed and overstimulated. You're managing, but it's not joyful like others said - it’s hard. You love your baby, but you miss how easy things were before. It’s confusing. You wonder when it gets easier. You deserve relief. You want to figure out what you need. You want to feel happy. You're ready to find your sense of self again, to find ease and help parenthood feel good for you. I can help you get there.

Do you need help coping, setting boundaries, or navigating life changes? I specialize in mood issues, low self-esteem, the LGBT2SQ+ community, those with chronic illness, those struggling with being bigger-bodied within diet culture, & Autistic/ADHD, CIS women and AFAB folks needing support. Are you coming out/transitioning & looking for an LGBT2SQ+ therapist? Do you have a chronic illness/going through menopause & want a therapist who understands? Do you want help to stop bingeing & to improve your relationship with food, or do you have sensory feeding differences? Do you want support being Autistic/ADHD in a neurotypical world?

You desire more from life, but have no idea how to achieve it. You want to grow into a better version of yourself, but the change you desire seems so gigantic, that you sometimes think it’s impossible. Your past, limiting beliefs about yourself, lack of tools, structures, motivation, maps and accountability are keeping you STUCK. You hate it, but have no idea how to get out of this rut of stagnation, and you sometimes feel like giving up. It's likely that you've even tried-several times-to change, but you keep ending up in the same place, only now, you're even more discouraged.

Welcome and thanks for stopping by! We are a team of Registered Social Workers and Psychotherapists with decades of experience working with individuals impacted by trauma, abuse, PTSD, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and self-esteem issues. We use a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach to guide our therapeutic interventions and empower people to reach their goals. We believe every individual has the power and strength to work through their adversities, and our role your therapist is to work collaboratively with you to help you acknowledge your strengths, build upon them & heal to live a happy and success.

ADHD, Stress/Anxiety, Self-Esteem, LGBTQIA+. You have a hard time "turning off" your racing mind and are feeling stressed. It might be hard for you to focus and you find yourself struggling to get things done. Perhaps you are struggling with procrastination, low motivation, or feeling in a "funk" because life is just too much sometimes. When you are stressed and overwhelmed, it can be hard to feel good about yourself and make the changes you'd like to see. If you are ready to work on yourself and start feeling better, you have come to the right place! You deserve to start feeling like YOU again.