Toddler Therapists in Barrie, ON
Jill Claire Richmond
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Barrie, ON L4N (Online Only)
As a mother, and therapist, I have an obligation to be as physically and mentally healthy as possible, to be able to support the same in helping others. I consider myself to be open-minded, empathic, and trustworthy. I believe in self-determination so am very interested in supporting my clients in achieving their goals. My areas of interest/expertise (not inclusive): Anxiety; Depression; ADHD; Sports related anxiety/performance anxiety; Phobias/fears; Infertility/miscarriage; Grief; Marital issues; Parenting problems; Sleep problems; Eating problems; Social anxiety; Obsessive thinking/compulsions; Addictions; Trauma; Violence.
As a mother, and therapist, I have an obligation to be as physically and mentally healthy as possible, to be able to support the same in helping others. I consider myself to be open-minded, empathic, and trustworthy. I believe in self-determination so am very interested in supporting my clients in achieving their goals. My areas of interest/expertise (not inclusive): Anxiety; Depression; ADHD; Sports related anxiety/performance anxiety; Phobias/fears; Infertility/miscarriage; Grief; Marital issues; Parenting problems; Sleep problems; Eating problems; Social anxiety; Obsessive thinking/compulsions; Addictions; Trauma; Violence.
Dr. Gyles is a Clinical & School Psychologist focusing in child & adolescent populations providing comprehensive assessments, therapy, & consultation. Dr. Gyles provides therapy for children and teens targeting depression, anxiety, academic anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, trauma, school struggles, and social issues. She uses evidence-based practices and takes a cognitive-behavioural therapy approach, with aspects of positive psychology, mindfulness, emotion focused, and narrative therapy approaches incorporated into treatment.
Dr. Gyles is a Clinical & School Psychologist focusing in child & adolescent populations providing comprehensive assessments, therapy, & consultation. Dr. Gyles provides therapy for children and teens targeting depression, anxiety, academic anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, trauma, school struggles, and social issues. She uses evidence-based practices and takes a cognitive-behavioural therapy approach, with aspects of positive psychology, mindfulness, emotion focused, and narrative therapy approaches incorporated into treatment.
I provide professional counselling support to families, couples, individuals, and children seeking help to deal with the realities of life in the moment. Issues such as anxiety, depression, anger, stress management and relationship issues can be overwhelming. You don't have to be alone when these issues arise. With over 20 years of experience, I will work collaboratively with you to move you in the direction of hope and peace of mind.
I provide professional counselling support to families, couples, individuals, and children seeking help to deal with the realities of life in the moment. Issues such as anxiety, depression, anger, stress management and relationship issues can be overwhelming. You don't have to be alone when these issues arise. With over 20 years of experience, I will work collaboratively with you to move you in the direction of hope and peace of mind.
As the Clinical Director at On Solid Ground Inc in Barrie, we specialize in working with families with children with Autism or behavioural challenges; parents who want to learn alternate ways of engaging with their child to produce improved interactions, communication, social and life skills.
As the Clinical Director at On Solid Ground Inc in Barrie, we specialize in working with families with children with Autism or behavioural challenges; parents who want to learn alternate ways of engaging with their child to produce improved interactions, communication, social and life skills.
Meghan Bradley
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4N
Waitlist for new clients
Is your child finding it tough to manage their emotions and regulate themselves? Are you feeling a bit lost, unsure how best to support them? Not sure how to navigate their feelings of being bullied, conflicts with peers or loneliness? Perhaps you've recently gone through a separation or other life changes and you're worried about how your child is coping with it all? Understanding and managing emotions can be really tricky for kids, and it can leave them feeling frustrated, overwhelmed and alone. I'm here with genuine care and understanding, ready to offer a safe and non-judgemental space to navigate and explore these challenges.
Is your child finding it tough to manage their emotions and regulate themselves? Are you feeling a bit lost, unsure how best to support them? Not sure how to navigate their feelings of being bullied, conflicts with peers or loneliness? Perhaps you've recently gone through a separation or other life changes and you're worried about how your child is coping with it all? Understanding and managing emotions can be really tricky for kids, and it can leave them feeling frustrated, overwhelmed and alone. I'm here with genuine care and understanding, ready to offer a safe and non-judgemental space to navigate and explore these challenges.
Lisa Thompson- Child Adult Family And Couples Therapist
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP (Q)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4M
Accepting New Clients Virtually- Are you looking for support for your child? Or are you a parent who needs a little extra guidance? Maybe you're an individual wanting to work through life struggles? Or a couple looking to manage stress in their relationship? I believe everyone can benefit from talking about life’s triumphs and challenges. Therapy can be a wonderful option, no matter the level of need. To maintain normalcy, control, and comfort in one’s life or to work through some of life's most difficult experiences including Trauma/PTSD, I am here and I would be honoured to help.
Accepting New Clients Virtually- Are you looking for support for your child? Or are you a parent who needs a little extra guidance? Maybe you're an individual wanting to work through life struggles? Or a couple looking to manage stress in their relationship? I believe everyone can benefit from talking about life’s triumphs and challenges. Therapy can be a wonderful option, no matter the level of need. To maintain normalcy, control, and comfort in one’s life or to work through some of life's most difficult experiences including Trauma/PTSD, I am here and I would be honoured to help.
Family First is a well established (23 years) privately owned centre in 2 locations: Bradford and Burlington. FF conducts Psychological, Psych-Ed Assessments, Child Trauma Assessments and psychotherapy services. FF specializes in helping children and their caregivers with issues involving attachment, regulation, trauma, grief, developmental, parenting and family issues. Lorie Walton, M.Ed, RP, owner, is internationally known for her work in the field of Attachment and emotional regulation. Specialized child psychotherapists at FF use evidence based, age appropriate interventions such as CBT, Play Therapy, Theraplay, EMFT et al.
Family First is a well established (23 years) privately owned centre in 2 locations: Bradford and Burlington. FF conducts Psychological, Psych-Ed Assessments, Child Trauma Assessments and psychotherapy services. FF specializes in helping children and their caregivers with issues involving attachment, regulation, trauma, grief, developmental, parenting and family issues. Lorie Walton, M.Ed, RP, owner, is internationally known for her work in the field of Attachment and emotional regulation. Specialized child psychotherapists at FF use evidence based, age appropriate interventions such as CBT, Play Therapy, Theraplay, EMFT et al.
Reflection Centre
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MSW, RSSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4M
Welcome to Reflection Centre, an integrative therapy network located on the beautiful lakeshore of Barrie, Ontario. We are a network of trained clinicians here to help, whether you are seeking individual or family therapy. We offer a comprehensive range of mental health services, providing a seamless experience to fulfill all your potential needs in one place. Our goal is to support individuals, couples, families, and children in overcoming the challenges that prevent them from living life to the fullest. We understand that each person is unique, and we customize our treatment plans to meet the specific needs of our clients.
Welcome to Reflection Centre, an integrative therapy network located on the beautiful lakeshore of Barrie, Ontario. We are a network of trained clinicians here to help, whether you are seeking individual or family therapy. We offer a comprehensive range of mental health services, providing a seamless experience to fulfill all your potential needs in one place. Our goal is to support individuals, couples, families, and children in overcoming the challenges that prevent them from living life to the fullest. We understand that each person is unique, and we customize our treatment plans to meet the specific needs of our clients.
All children are so very unique and constantly changing. Sometimes they need a helping hand to keep them moving along to thrive in their relationships and connections with others; or to develop strategies to support emotional regulation, social skills, life skills, anxiety reduction, concentration and focus, or processing of traumatic events. Throughout the process, parent/caregiver participation is a key component when it comes to working with children. My long-standing experience with neurodivergent children, youth, and their families will provide you with the reassurance you need to move forward.
All children are so very unique and constantly changing. Sometimes they need a helping hand to keep them moving along to thrive in their relationships and connections with others; or to develop strategies to support emotional regulation, social skills, life skills, anxiety reduction, concentration and focus, or processing of traumatic events. Throughout the process, parent/caregiver participation is a key component when it comes to working with children. My long-standing experience with neurodivergent children, youth, and their families will provide you with the reassurance you need to move forward.
Central Ontario Psychology is a diverse group practice. We offer psychotherapy, clinical assessment, and psychoeducational assessment. Services are provided by psychologists, or under their close supervision. Our clients include adults children adolescents and seniors. We treat anxiety, depression, behavioural and conduct disorders. We offer specialized treatment for trauma, whether from childhood, the workplace, the military, or in First Responders.
Central Ontario Psychology is a diverse group practice. We offer psychotherapy, clinical assessment, and psychoeducational assessment. Services are provided by psychologists, or under their close supervision. Our clients include adults children adolescents and seniors. We treat anxiety, depression, behavioural and conduct disorders. We offer specialized treatment for trauma, whether from childhood, the workplace, the military, or in First Responders.
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.
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Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy: Anxiety, Depression, Self Harm, Trauma, Divorce/Custody Issues, Eating Disorders, Oppositional Defiant Disorders, Grief/Loss, Parent Consultation, . Adults: Relational Difficulties, Divorce, Work/Life Transitions, Self Destructive Behaviours are some of the reasons people choose to work with me. I am a Registered Psychotherapist, my background is Psychodynamic Psychotherapy- a therapeutic approach that embraces the work of all psychoanalytic therapies, including attachment theory, . I tailor my approach to the individual child, adolescent or adult.
Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy: Anxiety, Depression, Self Harm, Trauma, Divorce/Custody Issues, Eating Disorders, Oppositional Defiant Disorders, Grief/Loss, Parent Consultation, . Adults: Relational Difficulties, Divorce, Work/Life Transitions, Self Destructive Behaviours are some of the reasons people choose to work with me. I am a Registered Psychotherapist, my background is Psychodynamic Psychotherapy- a therapeutic approach that embraces the work of all psychoanalytic therapies, including attachment theory, . I tailor my approach to the individual child, adolescent or adult.
Lisa Ivany
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BScPT, RP-Q
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4M
I welcome all clients, but I am especially skilled in working with caregivers and mothers who may be struggling with balance and self-worth. My extensive background includes specialized training in infant mental health and emotional dysregulation, and I am passionate about guiding parents in nurturing healthy bonds with their children during crucial developmental and transition stages. Together, in a respectful and collaborative partnership, we will address your concerns and navigate the path toward healing and growth. Welcome to a supportive space where your journey is met with understanding, empathy, and commitment.
I welcome all clients, but I am especially skilled in working with caregivers and mothers who may be struggling with balance and self-worth. My extensive background includes specialized training in infant mental health and emotional dysregulation, and I am passionate about guiding parents in nurturing healthy bonds with their children during crucial developmental and transition stages. Together, in a respectful and collaborative partnership, we will address your concerns and navigate the path toward healing and growth. Welcome to a supportive space where your journey is met with understanding, empathy, and commitment.
Abilities Rehabilitation Services
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MACP, RP, CCC, CPT
Verified Verified
Barrie, ON L4M
I believe in the importance of applying empathy, genuineness, and non-judgement to create safe and comfortable environments when assisting clients with life changes. I work individually, implementing Play Therapy, adolescent and adult psychotherapy. My treatment is guided by several theoretical models to better assist the uniqueness of an individual struggling with emotions, thoughts and behavioral patterns due to anxiety, depression and interpersonal challenges. My extensive experience has given me applicable knowledge and capability in areas of mental health, crisis management, and those struggling with daily living and life.
I believe in the importance of applying empathy, genuineness, and non-judgement to create safe and comfortable environments when assisting clients with life changes. I work individually, implementing Play Therapy, adolescent and adult psychotherapy. My treatment is guided by several theoretical models to better assist the uniqueness of an individual struggling with emotions, thoughts and behavioral patterns due to anxiety, depression and interpersonal challenges. My extensive experience has given me applicable knowledge and capability in areas of mental health, crisis management, and those struggling with daily living and life.
Welcome! For over fifteen years, I have supported individuals of all ages and families striving to make positive changes in their lives and deal with challenges, trauma, and various other experiences and stressors. I have extensive training and experience in various treatment models. I aim to provide clients with a therapeutic experience that is both meaningful to my clients and builds on and honours their current strengths and knowledge.
Welcome! For over fifteen years, I have supported individuals of all ages and families striving to make positive changes in their lives and deal with challenges, trauma, and various other experiences and stressors. I have extensive training and experience in various treatment models. I aim to provide clients with a therapeutic experience that is both meaningful to my clients and builds on and honours their current strengths and knowledge.
Shauna Crawford Boone
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4M
Childhood is often thought of as a magical time. The reality is that many kids face problems that leave them feeling worried, scared, angry, sad or confused. This can be difficult and heart breaking for parents trying their best to connect with and support their child. Very often, despite a caregiver’s best effort to learn more and help solve the problem, a child’s response is “I don’t know”. Play therapy can help provide children with the tools they need to express their thoughts and explore their inner world.
Childhood is often thought of as a magical time. The reality is that many kids face problems that leave them feeling worried, scared, angry, sad or confused. This can be difficult and heart breaking for parents trying their best to connect with and support their child. Very often, despite a caregiver’s best effort to learn more and help solve the problem, a child’s response is “I don’t know”. Play therapy can help provide children with the tools they need to express their thoughts and explore their inner world.
You’ve noticed your child’s behaviour has changed recently and it concerns you. You want to support them in this fast-paced and competitive world, but you’re not sure how. You want to understand them, but it feels you’re hitting a wall whenever you try to reach them. And you’re getting tired of trying. For children and youth, growing up involves changes that impact their well-being and their self-esteem. With attentive and empathetic support, their ability to cope with these changes can bring them confidence. But without the right support, they can internalize ideas about themselves and their relationships that cause them pain.
You’ve noticed your child’s behaviour has changed recently and it concerns you. You want to support them in this fast-paced and competitive world, but you’re not sure how. You want to understand them, but it feels you’re hitting a wall whenever you try to reach them. And you’re getting tired of trying. For children and youth, growing up involves changes that impact their well-being and their self-esteem. With attentive and empathetic support, their ability to cope with these changes can bring them confidence. But without the right support, they can internalize ideas about themselves and their relationships that cause them pain.
Amy Leigh
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, DVATI, RCAT, BAPsych, BA BSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4M
As a Registered Professional Art Therapist (DVATI, RCAT), Registered Social Worker (RSW) and Psychotherapist, my specialty area is working with children, youth and families. My passion is to support young people as they navigate mental health challenges often due to major changes and hardship. I equip young people with practical everyday coping strategies for their mental health, which they can use into adulthood.
As a Registered Professional Art Therapist (DVATI, RCAT), Registered Social Worker (RSW) and Psychotherapist, my specialty area is working with children, youth and families. My passion is to support young people as they navigate mental health challenges often due to major changes and hardship. I equip young people with practical everyday coping strategies for their mental health, which they can use into adulthood.
As a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst, my team and I have helped many children and adolescents with autism and other diagnoses develop the skills they need to help them thrive. Right now you may be in uncharted waters from a new diagnosis, or today may have been a hard day working through meltdowns. The behaviour challenges are becoming too much. You are looking for a professional who can help you understand why the behaviours are happening, how to change it, and teach them new skills.
As a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst, my team and I have helped many children and adolescents with autism and other diagnoses develop the skills they need to help them thrive. Right now you may be in uncharted waters from a new diagnosis, or today may have been a hard day working through meltdowns. The behaviour challenges are becoming too much. You are looking for a professional who can help you understand why the behaviours are happening, how to change it, and teach them new skills.
Are life struggles causing you unhappiness? Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed or stuck? It can get better. We are a group of highly trained counsellors, with over 30+ years of experience. 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.
Are life struggles causing you unhappiness? Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed or stuck? It can get better. We are a group of highly trained counsellors, with over 30+ years of experience. 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.
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Toddler Counsellors
What are the behavioural signs indicating a toddler might need counselling?
Common behavioural signs that a child may need counselling include high levels of emotional distress or anxiety, learning challenges, interpersonal conflict, anger, or social withdrawal. Any drastic changes in toddler behaviour or self-esteem can be indicative that a child may benefit from therapy. Seeing a therapist at the early stages of any behavioural changes can be most impactful on behaviour, as well as helpful to caregivers who may receive guidance on what symptoms to look for in their child in the future, even if therapy is not warranted at that time.
Can a two-year-old see a psychologist?
Children and adults of all ages can see psychologists and other forms of mental health professionals, such as counsellors, psychiatrists, and social workers. Families seeking therapy for their toddler should just be aware that any guidance they seek should come from a professional who has specific experience working with young children, as well as the specific modalities that are appropriate for young children, such as play therapy.
What is the most effective type of therapy for toddlers and preschoolers?
In general, play therapy is the most effective and common form of therapy for young children. Play therapy helps facilitate behaviour change by offering an age-appropriate way for children to express their emotions and develop more effective coping strategies. Toddlers with specific concerns may benefit from more specialised forms of therapy, such as Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for toddlers in families in which there is significant parent-child relational conflict.
What happens during therapy sessions for toddlers?
What occurs in therapy sessions for toddlers depends on the therapeutic approach being used by the therapist. Most toddler therapists will use some form of play therapy in sessions to encourage toddler engagement. In play therapy sessions, children are encouraged to use toys within the therapy setting to express their emotions; subsequent responses by the therapist and/or family members can help guide toddler behaviour and behaviour change. Toddler therapy sessions can also involve family therapy or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), which can help improve parenting behaviours and reduce strain on families.