Therapists in Barrie, ON
Jennifer LaForge
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, RP, MACP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4M
In addition to addressing grief and loss, I also support clients facing trauma and PTSD, anxiety, body image issues, and self-esteem challenges.
Do you often prioritize others' needs over your own? Are you struggling to find balance during a major life transition or coping with grief and loss? As a Registered Psychotherapist, I am dedicated to mental health and understand the unique challenges faced at different life stages. Together, through collaborative and holistic care, we can foster meaningful growth and healing, empowering you to navigate your journey with resilience and clarity.
In addition to addressing grief and loss, I also support clients facing trauma and PTSD, anxiety, body image issues, and self-esteem challenges.
Do you often prioritize others' needs over your own? Are you struggling to find balance during a major life transition or coping with grief and loss? As a Registered Psychotherapist, I am dedicated to mental health and understand the unique challenges faced at different life stages. Together, through collaborative and holistic care, we can foster meaningful growth and healing, empowering you to navigate your journey with resilience and clarity.
Dr. Sofia Alyssa Forman
Registered Psychotherapist, PsyD, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4N (Online Only)
Feeling overwhelmed by parenthood? Navigating grief, transition, and relationship strains while overwhelmed with social pressure can be exhausting. I offer you a safe, inclusive space to explore your challenges. My holistic approach combines psychology, body-centered therapy, and spiritual wisdom to support your mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. Let's rediscover your joy and purpose together.
Feeling overwhelmed by parenthood? Navigating grief, transition, and relationship strains while overwhelmed with social pressure can be exhausting. I offer you a safe, inclusive space to explore your challenges. My holistic approach combines psychology, body-centered therapy, and spiritual wisdom to support your mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. Let's rediscover your joy and purpose together.
Trauma And Grief Therapy Lynne Van Der Vyver
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, RP (Q), MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4N (Online Only)
We will work together to weave the threads of loss into the fabric of your life, take my hand.
The pain associated with grief is a natural yet deeply unsettling part of our human journey. My career in the helping profession started as a personal care provider for seniors. The experience brought me closer to families and grief. I have witnessed and experienced firsthand the depth of emotions that arise when we confront loss – whether it is the fading of a relationship, the shift in identity, the disruption of routine or the loss of a dear one. While the journey of loss is one we all share, the grieving process is as individual as each person I have cared for.
We will work together to weave the threads of loss into the fabric of your life, take my hand.
The pain associated with grief is a natural yet deeply unsettling part of our human journey. My career in the helping profession started as a personal care provider for seniors. The experience brought me closer to families and grief. I have witnessed and experienced firsthand the depth of emotions that arise when we confront loss – whether it is the fading of a relationship, the shift in identity, the disruption of routine or the loss of a dear one. While the journey of loss is one we all share, the grieving process is as individual as each person I have cared for.
Are you navigating questions about your sexual orientation or gender identity? Are your experiencing relationship distress? Are you healing from the loss of a loved one? At Collective Care Counselling, we specialize in the following areas: trauma, grief and loss, spirituality, gender identity, transitioning, LGBTQIA2s+, perinatal mental health, OCD, BDD, neurodiversity (ADHD, autism, etc.), concussions, and many other topics. All of our therapists work from a trauma-informed, strengths-based, anti-oppressive and intersectional framework.
Are you navigating questions about your sexual orientation or gender identity? Are your experiencing relationship distress? Are you healing from the loss of a loved one? At Collective Care Counselling, we specialize in the following areas: trauma, grief and loss, spirituality, gender identity, transitioning, LGBTQIA2s+, perinatal mental health, OCD, BDD, neurodiversity (ADHD, autism, etc.), concussions, and many other topics. All of our therapists work from a trauma-informed, strengths-based, anti-oppressive and intersectional framework.
My specialties include but are not limited to grief, bi-polar disorder, borderline personality disorder, depression, trauma.
Are you struggling to find balance in your daily life challenges? Do you feel emotional dysregulation, irregular feelings towards important persons in your life, feelings of insignificance in people’s lives, sadness, impulse control. I understand this isolation of feeling dysregulated and trapped without the ability to express intense thoughts and feelings.
My specialties include but are not limited to grief, bi-polar disorder, borderline personality disorder, depression, trauma.
Are you struggling to find balance in your daily life challenges? Do you feel emotional dysregulation, irregular feelings towards important persons in your life, feelings of insignificance in people’s lives, sadness, impulse control. I understand this isolation of feeling dysregulated and trapped without the ability to express intense thoughts and feelings.
As a bereaved parent myself (miscarriages & neonatal death), I am passionate about working with other bereaved parents as well as those experiencing any loss.
Are you feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Depressed? Do you have low self-esteem or low self confidence? Do you feel as though you've lost yourself? I offer a therapy space where you can be yourself, a place that welcomes you as you are, in all your true colours, with your raw & unedited thoughts & emotions. Whatever you're experiencing, you're not alone. Together, we can navigate your current circumstances and find healthier coping mechanisms to move you towards your goals.
As a bereaved parent myself (miscarriages & neonatal death), I am passionate about working with other bereaved parents as well as those experiencing any loss.
Are you feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Depressed? Do you have low self-esteem or low self confidence? Do you feel as though you've lost yourself? I offer a therapy space where you can be yourself, a place that welcomes you as you are, in all your true colours, with your raw & unedited thoughts & emotions. Whatever you're experiencing, you're not alone. Together, we can navigate your current circumstances and find healthier coping mechanisms to move you towards your goals.
I worked for 17 years providing community based therapy/counselling as an Addictions Therapist with a premier mental health and addictions hospital. Recently I have been the Senior Clinician with a community based mental health services program. I offer personalized and confidential services with a non-judgemental, empathic, and supportive approach. Along with Addiction based services for individuals and their family members, I have worked extensively with parent-teen and family based conflict, relationships, domestic violence, trauma, anger management and conflict resolution, mental health (eg. anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, OCD, stress, suicide) as well as school refusal and peer difficulties.
I worked for 17 years providing community based therapy/counselling as an Addictions Therapist with a premier mental health and addictions hospital. Recently I have been the Senior Clinician with a community based mental health services program. I offer personalized and confidential services with a non-judgemental, empathic, and supportive approach. Along with Addiction based services for individuals and their family members, I have worked extensively with parent-teen and family based conflict, relationships, domestic violence, trauma, anger management and conflict resolution, mental health (eg. anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, OCD, stress, suicide) as well as school refusal and peer difficulties.
Our goal is to match you with the ideal therapist who aligns with your unique treatment needs and lifestyle! Our specialties include: Depression, Anxiety & Stress, Addiction, Self Esteem & Self Esteem & Confidence, Life Transitions, Relationship/ Marriage Support, Isolation & Loneliness, Anger Management, Boundary Setting, Grief & Loss, Trauma & PTSD & More!.
At Vault Mental Health, we can connect you to a therapist best suited for you. It takes courage to initiate therapy but investing in your well-being is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself. Whether you are seeking to learn strategies to cope with life's ups and downs, tools to manage challenging emotions, or support with difficult life events, it is our privilege to be here for you. Our diversely skilled group of Registered Psychotherapists and Registered Social Workers are here to help you get results. We will create a tailor-made treatment plan unique to you and your situation.
Our goal is to match you with the ideal therapist who aligns with your unique treatment needs and lifestyle! Our specialties include: Depression, Anxiety & Stress, Addiction, Self Esteem & Self Esteem & Confidence, Life Transitions, Relationship/ Marriage Support, Isolation & Loneliness, Anger Management, Boundary Setting, Grief & Loss, Trauma & PTSD & More!.
At Vault Mental Health, we can connect you to a therapist best suited for you. It takes courage to initiate therapy but investing in your well-being is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself. Whether you are seeking to learn strategies to cope with life's ups and downs, tools to manage challenging emotions, or support with difficult life events, it is our privilege to be here for you. Our diversely skilled group of Registered Psychotherapists and Registered Social Workers are here to help you get results. We will create a tailor-made treatment plan unique to you and your situation.
Whether you are living with symptoms of OCD, PTSD, trauma, or grief, there is hope.
Now also registered in and accepting clients in New Brunswick! Over the past several years, I have had the privilege of helping individuals and families find effective solutions that are unique to the individual and best address their needs. My goal is to help my clients find healthy ways to cope with, learn from, and even grow from the challenges they experience in life. Most satisfying for me is when clients begin to view themselves and their circumstances from a place of strength and empowerment, ready to make necessary changes leading to unprecedented growth and success.
Whether you are living with symptoms of OCD, PTSD, trauma, or grief, there is hope.
Now also registered in and accepting clients in New Brunswick! Over the past several years, I have had the privilege of helping individuals and families find effective solutions that are unique to the individual and best address their needs. My goal is to help my clients find healthy ways to cope with, learn from, and even grow from the challenges they experience in life. Most satisfying for me is when clients begin to view themselves and their circumstances from a place of strength and empowerment, ready to make necessary changes leading to unprecedented growth and success.
VOX Mental Health
Registered Social Worker, CYW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4M
We are trained to support you with any of the following: Stress & Anxiety, Body Image, Marriage Conflict, Family Dynamics + Parenting, Depression, Couples Infidelity, Boundary Setting, Teens, Trauma, Self Esteem & Efficacy, Grief & Loss, Isolation & Loneliness, Body & Food, Attachment Disorders, Developmental Trauma, Moral Injury, Burnout, & Racial Identity.
VOX Mental Health is a person-centred, trauma informed counselling practice that is committed to creating a safe, judgement free, supportive environment where you can begin to use your voice. Whether it is setting boundaries, processing your family of origin, working through marriage difficulties, setting goals, or developing coping tools for anxiety, we are here to support you and create a tailor-made treatment plan unique to you and your situation. We offer both virtual and in-person sessions that service individuals, families, and couples in Ontario Canada.
We are trained to support you with any of the following: Stress & Anxiety, Body Image, Marriage Conflict, Family Dynamics + Parenting, Depression, Couples Infidelity, Boundary Setting, Teens, Trauma, Self Esteem & Efficacy, Grief & Loss, Isolation & Loneliness, Body & Food, Attachment Disorders, Developmental Trauma, Moral Injury, Burnout, & Racial Identity.
VOX Mental Health is a person-centred, trauma informed counselling practice that is committed to creating a safe, judgement free, supportive environment where you can begin to use your voice. Whether it is setting boundaries, processing your family of origin, working through marriage difficulties, setting goals, or developing coping tools for anxiety, we are here to support you and create a tailor-made treatment plan unique to you and your situation. We offer both virtual and in-person sessions that service individuals, families, and couples in Ontario Canada.
Raluca Petridis
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, CCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4N
As a bereaved parent myself (miscarriages & neonatal death), I am passionate about working with other bereaved parents as well as those experiencing any loss.
Are you feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Depressed? Do you have low self-esteem or low self confidence? Do you feel as though you've lost yourself? I offer a therapy space where you can be yourself, a place that welcomes you as you are, in all your true colours, with your raw & unedited thoughts & emotions. Whatever you're experiencing, you're not alone. Together, we can navigate your current circumstances and find healthier coping mechanisms to move you towards your goals.
As a bereaved parent myself (miscarriages & neonatal death), I am passionate about working with other bereaved parents as well as those experiencing any loss.
Are you feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Depressed? Do you have low self-esteem or low self confidence? Do you feel as though you've lost yourself? I offer a therapy space where you can be yourself, a place that welcomes you as you are, in all your true colours, with your raw & unedited thoughts & emotions. Whatever you're experiencing, you're not alone. Together, we can navigate your current circumstances and find healthier coping mechanisms to move you towards your goals.
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Navigating the complexities of life can feel overwhelming and I want you to know that you don’t have to navigate them alone. I am committed to offering support to adolescents and adults experiencing symptoms related to anxiety, stress, depression, relationship concerns, grief, life transitions and/or self-esteem. My intention is to offer you a compassionate and non-judgmental space where it feels safe to navigate self-discovery, focusing on what you can do create a fulfilling and meaningful life. We will work toward developing a strong sense of self, building self-compassion and resiliency, and effective coping strategies.
Navigating the complexities of life can feel overwhelming and I want you to know that you don’t have to navigate them alone. I am committed to offering support to adolescents and adults experiencing symptoms related to anxiety, stress, depression, relationship concerns, grief, life transitions and/or self-esteem. My intention is to offer you a compassionate and non-judgmental space where it feels safe to navigate self-discovery, focusing on what you can do create a fulfilling and meaningful life. We will work toward developing a strong sense of self, building self-compassion and resiliency, and effective coping strategies.
Karen Jay-Moore
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, BEd, BA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4N
It may mean learning to set boundaries, working through a loss or life transition or changing a behavior that has you stuck.
Are you struggling with relationships, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, illness or facing pressures at work, home or school? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to do list? Are you feeling disconnected from others or overwhelmed? Pushing your needs aside can lead to health issues. I offer a custom approach for each client, understanding the challenges you are facing and putting a plan together to help you move forward. I have a varied background in education, hospice, grief work, non profits & as a holistic practitioner. I offer a traditional & holistic, inclusive setting, and a safe space for you to feel seen & heard.
It may mean learning to set boundaries, working through a loss or life transition or changing a behavior that has you stuck.
Are you struggling with relationships, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, illness or facing pressures at work, home or school? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to do list? Are you feeling disconnected from others or overwhelmed? Pushing your needs aside can lead to health issues. I offer a custom approach for each client, understanding the challenges you are facing and putting a plan together to help you move forward. I have a varied background in education, hospice, grief work, non profits & as a holistic practitioner. I offer a traditional & holistic, inclusive setting, and a safe space for you to feel seen & heard.
Pat Guillet
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Barrie, ON L4N
Waitlist for new clients
I have 1 mo. waitlist for counselling & no waitlist for 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 have 1 mo. waitlist for counselling & no waitlist for 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 invite you to reflect together on the roads you have travelled as we align with your authentic self. You may be experiencing loss and grief, anxiety, depression, suffering rooted in childhood, relationship, or career. We will compassionately bear witness to your story, identifying strengths and building resilience. We will restore a sense of joy, hope and meaning in your life. My approach is mindfulness-based and grounded in compassionate inquiry. Aspects of didactic, cognitive, behavioural, acceptance and commitment modalities are interwoven throughout sessions.
I invite you to reflect together on the roads you have travelled as we align with your authentic self. You may be experiencing loss and grief, anxiety, depression, suffering rooted in childhood, relationship, or career. We will compassionately bear witness to your story, identifying strengths and building resilience. We will restore a sense of joy, hope and meaning in your life. My approach is mindfulness-based and grounded in compassionate inquiry. Aspects of didactic, cognitive, behavioural, acceptance and commitment modalities are interwoven throughout sessions.
Sheena McRae
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MSEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4N (Online Only)
Welcome, and congratulations on taking this important first step. Life can become overwhelming when anxiety takes hold, and it can feel dark and isolating when depression or grief sets in. If you're arriving here from a similar place, your courage to show up for yourself today is a significant step. With many caring and capable therapists available, finding the right fit is one of the most crucial aspects of successful therapy.
Welcome, and congratulations on taking this important first step. Life can become overwhelming when anxiety takes hold, and it can feel dark and isolating when depression or grief sets in. If you're arriving here from a similar place, your courage to show up for yourself today is a significant step. With many caring and capable therapists available, finding the right fit is one of the most crucial aspects of successful therapy.
Ontario Psychotherapy: Trauma and Grief Therapist
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Barrie, ON L4M (Online Only)
My areas of practice include emotion dysregulation (BPD and bipolar disorder), depression and anxiety, and grief and loss.
Are you perpetually in fight or flight or shut down mode? Do your emotions feel out of control? Easily triggered? I'm Rachelle and I’m the face behind OPS, an online therapy practice. I specialize in nervous system stabilization. I work with those who have experienced trauma to process its emotional and the physical effects. My practice incorporates a focus on the mind-body connection, which most clients say was the missing piece in previous therapy. The body goes through just as much as the mind; effective therapy involves paying close attention to the body and developing nervous system resiliency.
My areas of practice include emotion dysregulation (BPD and bipolar disorder), depression and anxiety, and grief and loss.
Are you perpetually in fight or flight or shut down mode? Do your emotions feel out of control? Easily triggered? I'm Rachelle and I’m the face behind OPS, an online therapy practice. I specialize in nervous system stabilization. I work with those who have experienced trauma to process its emotional and the physical effects. My practice incorporates a focus on the mind-body connection, which most clients say was the missing piece in previous therapy. The body goes through just as much as the mind; effective therapy involves paying close attention to the body and developing nervous system resiliency.
I provide individual therapy (including children 7+) for difficult life transitions, divorce/separation, grief/ loss, anger and stress management, anxiety, depression, trauma, and low self-esteem.
I have always had a passion for helping others. With previous work experience in different environments, I have been exposed to the complexities of life, which has developed my belief that change, growth and healing is possible if individuals are supported with compassion, empathy, and non-judgement. This belief has become my therapeutic approach, along with recognizing and valuing that each client is unique, making the therapy process unique.
I provide individual therapy (including children 7+) for difficult life transitions, divorce/separation, grief/ loss, anger and stress management, anxiety, depression, trauma, and low self-esteem.
I have always had a passion for helping others. With previous work experience in different environments, I have been exposed to the complexities of life, which has developed my belief that change, growth and healing is possible if individuals are supported with compassion, empathy, and non-judgement. This belief has become my therapeutic approach, along with recognizing and valuing that each client is unique, making the therapy process unique.
Christie Cortese
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Barrie, ON L4N (Online Only)
I have a passion for supporting individuals with improving their mental wellness and working towards living a more comfortable and peaceful life. Reaching out for support can feel scary and takes a lot of strength. In my practice, I understand the importance of developing a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, safety, and compassion. I offer a non-judgmental and safe space for individuals who are going through life’s challenges and transitions. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, interpersonal relationships, grief, or loss, I would be honoured to work alongside you.
I have a passion for supporting individuals with improving their mental wellness and working towards living a more comfortable and peaceful life. Reaching out for support can feel scary and takes a lot of strength. In my practice, I understand the importance of developing a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, safety, and compassion. I offer a non-judgmental and safe space for individuals who are going through life’s challenges and transitions. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, interpersonal relationships, grief, or loss, I would be honoured to work alongside you.
Simply Connected Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4M
We specialize in working with trauma and have expertise in areas such as complex trauma, couples therapy, anxiety, grief, sports performance, depression and relationships.
We are accepting new clients! As therapists, we believe in the incredible power of connection. Building a therapeutic relationship with you is at the core of our practice together. We strive to create a safe and empathetic space where you can feel truly heard AND seen. Through this connection, we can explore and heal while fostering growth and transformation.
We specialize in working with trauma and have expertise in areas such as complex trauma, couples therapy, anxiety, grief, sports performance, depression and relationships.
We are accepting new clients! As therapists, we believe in the incredible power of connection. Building a therapeutic relationship with you is at the core of our practice together. We strive to create a safe and empathetic space where you can feel truly heard AND seen. Through this connection, we can explore and heal while fostering growth and transformation.
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Grief Counsellors
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.