Parenting Therapists in Orillia, ON
Samantha Arnold
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orillia, ON L3V
I offer individual therapy for teens and adults and relationship therapy for couples from various backgrounds, including LGBTQIA2S+ and ethically non-monogamous couples. Many of my clients experience anxiety, depression, work-related stress, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, or the uncertainty that comes with life transitions. These struggles can affect your well-being, making it hard to navigate daily tasks, maintain healthy connections, or feel at peace with yourself. I understand how overwhelming these issues can feel, and I offer a compassionate space where you can explore these challenges and begin to heal.
I offer individual therapy for teens and adults and relationship therapy for couples from various backgrounds, including LGBTQIA2S+ and ethically non-monogamous couples. Many of my clients experience anxiety, depression, work-related stress, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, or the uncertainty that comes with life transitions. These struggles can affect your well-being, making it hard to navigate daily tasks, maintain healthy connections, or feel at peace with yourself. I understand how overwhelming these issues can feel, and I offer a compassionate space where you can explore these challenges and begin to heal.
I will guide you to feel less burdened and less overwhelmed by your role as parent and child to aging parents, help you find resilience healing from your past and ensure you feel less alone, finding a sense of belonging.
Is your mental health affecting your ability to function at work or as a parent? Are you feeling stuck between supporting your child(ren)'s needs and your aging parents? Maybe you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and frustrated by just getting through the day or are you questioning how life could be better? Now more than ever parents are feeling overwhelmed by all their roles and relationships, parents feel uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind, body and relationships.
I will guide you to feel less burdened and less overwhelmed by your role as parent and child to aging parents, help you find resilience healing from your past and ensure you feel less alone, finding a sense of belonging.
Is your mental health affecting your ability to function at work or as a parent? Are you feeling stuck between supporting your child(ren)'s needs and your aging parents? Maybe you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and frustrated by just getting through the day or are you questioning how life could be better? Now more than ever parents are feeling overwhelmed by all their roles and relationships, parents feel uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind, body and relationships.
We often feel like we would like to change things in our lives, be a better parent or spouse or learn how to cope better with the way we manage stress. Having a deeper understanding of mental health and how it affects our mind and body can allow us to work towards healthier solutions to improve our lives.
We often feel like we would like to change things in our lives, be a better parent or spouse or learn how to cope better with the way we manage stress. Having a deeper understanding of mental health and how it affects our mind and body can allow us to work towards healthier solutions to improve our lives.
Shelby Crawford
Registered Social Worker, BEd, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orillia, ON L3V
My experience includes trauma-based therapies such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), as well as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), motivational interviewing, narrative therapy techniques, collaborative problem solving and positive parenting strategies.
I offer in-office counselling through Dandelion Counselling in Orillia. I am a counselor who utilizes a holistic and eclectic approach because I recognize that no single modality meets everyone’s needs in a meaningful way. I value creating a collaborative, therapeutic relationship and I meet clients where they are at in the present moment whether they are seeking a safe, non-judgmental space to explore their thoughts, feelings and needs, or have specific goals that they want to address.
My experience includes trauma-based therapies such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), as well as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), motivational interviewing, narrative therapy techniques, collaborative problem solving and positive parenting strategies.
I offer in-office counselling through Dandelion Counselling in Orillia. I am a counselor who utilizes a holistic and eclectic approach because I recognize that no single modality meets everyone’s needs in a meaningful way. I value creating a collaborative, therapeutic relationship and I meet clients where they are at in the present moment whether they are seeking a safe, non-judgmental space to explore their thoughts, feelings and needs, or have specific goals that they want to address.
Are you feeling life is just too much right now? You can't do anything right, feel alone and not sure what to do? You are not alone! I know how hard life can be at times, and I am here to support you and your family to navigate those complex life events such as parenting and relationship challenges, child and adolescent mental health, grief and loss, separation/divorce and blended families. I have worked in the field of child and youth mental health for 22 years supporting adolescents and coaching parents; I understand how attachment and family dynamics affect relationships and the importance of everyone being heard and understood.
Are you feeling life is just too much right now? You can't do anything right, feel alone and not sure what to do? You are not alone! I know how hard life can be at times, and I am here to support you and your family to navigate those complex life events such as parenting and relationship challenges, child and adolescent mental health, grief and loss, separation/divorce and blended families. I have worked in the field of child and youth mental health for 22 years supporting adolescents and coaching parents; I understand how attachment and family dynamics affect relationships and the importance of everyone being heard and understood.
Jennelle Giesbrecht
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orillia, ON L3V
I specialize in working with perinatal mental health, parenting issues, women’s issues, and adolescent mental health (ages 12+). I use evidence-based therapies, applying the most up-to-date research and therapy approaches. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. I also hold an Honours Bachelors of Inclusive and Therapeutic Recreation and Leisure (2014) and was practicing as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) until 2021.
I specialize in working with perinatal mental health, parenting issues, women’s issues, and adolescent mental health (ages 12+). I use evidence-based therapies, applying the most up-to-date research and therapy approaches. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. I also hold an Honours Bachelors of Inclusive and Therapeutic Recreation and Leisure (2014) and was practicing as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) until 2021.
Michelle Harris & Associates
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, TITC-CT, CTP-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orillia, ON L3V
Providing in-person sessions in Barrie and virtually to all Ontario residents. We are a team made up of Registered Social Workers (MSW) who specialize in providing psychotherapy to children (7+), teens (13+), young adults and individuals along with offering parent coaching and consultation. Using evidenced based practices we help you find answers for change for you, for your child or for your family. Working together we can build on existing strengths and skills to make positive life changes. Each approach will be tailored to you, your child or your family's needs and designed with your goal in mind.
Providing in-person sessions in Barrie and virtually to all Ontario residents. We are a team made up of Registered Social Workers (MSW) who specialize in providing psychotherapy to children (7+), teens (13+), young adults and individuals along with offering parent coaching and consultation. Using evidenced based practices we help you find answers for change for you, for your child or for your family. Working together we can build on existing strengths and skills to make positive life changes. Each approach will be tailored to you, your child or your family's needs and designed with your goal in mind.
MB Counselling and Consulting - Mariana Benitez
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orillia, ON L3V
Healing and growing can be a hard journey to travel alone, and asking for help when we feel stuck can be even harder. I am here to help! Whether you are experiencing difficulties in your intimate relationships, have parenting concerns, experiencing stress, anxiety or depression; a lot can be done to help those concerns be addressed and improved. Our ability to better cope and build strength and resilience is often connected to our motivation and willingness to work on making changes. It is when you feel you want to do something different but you don't know what to do, that the help from a professional can make a big difference!
Healing and growing can be a hard journey to travel alone, and asking for help when we feel stuck can be even harder. I am here to help! Whether you are experiencing difficulties in your intimate relationships, have parenting concerns, experiencing stress, anxiety or depression; a lot can be done to help those concerns be addressed and improved. Our ability to better cope and build strength and resilience is often connected to our motivation and willingness to work on making changes. It is when you feel you want to do something different but you don't know what to do, that the help from a professional can make a big difference!
Vox Mental Health
Registered Social Worker, CYW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Orillia, ON L3V
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.
Sweet Spot Family Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Orillia, ON L3V
We also do family and couples work as well as parent coaching.
Is home is feeling chaotic and less joyful these days? Are your relationships strained or have parenting challenges left you feeling like there's no end to the arguing? There is hope. Child/Teen, Couples and Family work is our passion and we are specially trained to support you in these areas. We know that you want to feel in control of your life again and that you may have already tried many other things. That's okay, we are determined to help you meet your goals with practical steps and ease. Our team is down to earth, relatable and share the core value of providing compassionate counselling with a side of humor and optimism
We also do family and couples work as well as parent coaching.
Is home is feeling chaotic and less joyful these days? Are your relationships strained or have parenting challenges left you feeling like there's no end to the arguing? There is hope. Child/Teen, Couples and Family work is our passion and we are specially trained to support you in these areas. We know that you want to feel in control of your life again and that you may have already tried many other things. That's okay, we are determined to help you meet your goals with practical steps and ease. Our team is down to earth, relatable and share the core value of providing compassionate counselling with a side of humor and optimism
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.
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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.
We all have times when we feel weighed down by our thoughts and feelings and this can often keep us from connecting with others or creating boundaries that we know are important. You might feel like you are stuck, but there is hope and you are not alone. In our work together, you will learn strategies to change the relationship you have with your thoughts and feelings. I use a non-judgmental and supportive approach to highlight your existing strengths and support you along your healing journey.
We all have times when we feel weighed down by our thoughts and feelings and this can often keep us from connecting with others or creating boundaries that we know are important. You might feel like you are stuck, but there is hope and you are not alone. In our work together, you will learn strategies to change the relationship you have with your thoughts and feelings. I use a non-judgmental and supportive approach to highlight your existing strengths and support you along your healing journey.
Andrea Smith
Registered Social Worker, CYW, BCYC, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orillia, ON L3V
Whether you are going through a tough time and experiencing anxiety and depression, or just feeling like you are unable to connect with life in a meaningful way, I can work with you to identify your strengths, and implement strategies to restore balance in your life. I have additional training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) as well as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
Whether you are going through a tough time and experiencing anxiety and depression, or just feeling like you are unable to connect with life in a meaningful way, I can work with you to identify your strengths, and implement strategies to restore balance in your life. I have additional training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) as well as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
There are many life changes that bring people to meet with a counsellor. Whether you are seeking to manage your anger, depression, anxiety or to cope with a crisis in you and your family/marriage or build more interpersonal communication skills. I provide counselling for Individuals, marriage or couples therapy. There are many tools that can help you cope with stressful events. Together we can build a treatment plan that meets your goals. Taking the first step to call can be overwhelming, it can also be rewarding when you find that there are tools available to help with achieving your goals.
There are many life changes that bring people to meet with a counsellor. Whether you are seeking to manage your anger, depression, anxiety or to cope with a crisis in you and your family/marriage or build more interpersonal communication skills. I provide counselling for Individuals, marriage or couples therapy. There are many tools that can help you cope with stressful events. Together we can build a treatment plan that meets your goals. Taking the first step to call can be overwhelming, it can also be rewarding when you find that there are tools available to help with achieving your goals.
Starting the therapy process can be difficult. But if you are here, you are likely looking for some help in creating positive changes in your world. Congratulations on taking the first step to finding the right fitting therapist for you! Working with clients who are looking to create meaningful changes in their life is my passion. Supporting clients in reaching goals that are identified and monitored by them is also an important part of my practice. I look forward to understanding client's stories and hearing the areas in their life they are more looking forward to changing.
Starting the therapy process can be difficult. But if you are here, you are likely looking for some help in creating positive changes in your world. Congratulations on taking the first step to finding the right fitting therapist for you! Working with clients who are looking to create meaningful changes in their life is my passion. Supporting clients in reaching goals that are identified and monitored by them is also an important part of my practice. I look forward to understanding client's stories and hearing the areas in their life they are more looking forward to changing.
Toni Jacobs
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Orillia, ON L3V (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Toni, a Registered Social Worker (RSW), Psychotherapist with a passion for helping others discover and embrace their authentic selves. I believe that understanding and connecting with who we truly are is at the heart of meaningful change and personal growth. My approach to counselling is wholistic, psycho-spiritual, and one that fosters collaboration and client engagement.
Hi, I'm Toni, a Registered Social Worker (RSW), Psychotherapist with a passion for helping others discover and embrace their authentic selves. I believe that understanding and connecting with who we truly are is at the heart of meaningful change and personal growth. My approach to counselling is wholistic, psycho-spiritual, and one that fosters collaboration and client engagement.
Glowing Hearts Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orillia, ON L3V
Glowing Hearts Psychotherapy offers clients a compassionate and non-judgemental therapeutic service. Our therapists and team are trained to support clients in their time of need. We work using a variety of frameworks which can be applied to best meet each client's needs individually. Having a team of therapists allows clients to connect with a professional that fits best for their needs. We believe that clients have the ability to create meaningful changes in their lives and we look forward to supporting those changes along side you.
Glowing Hearts Psychotherapy offers clients a compassionate and non-judgemental therapeutic service. Our therapists and team are trained to support clients in their time of need. We work using a variety of frameworks which can be applied to best meet each client's needs individually. Having a team of therapists allows clients to connect with a professional that fits best for their needs. We believe that clients have the ability to create meaningful changes in their lives and we look forward to supporting those changes along side you.
My work is client-centered and collaborative. In my practice I strive to offer practical tools and compassionate care to help people better connect with themselves and find solutions for their struggles be it with life transitions, relationships or career. I work with a lot of highly successful people struggling with stress and mood and help them foster growth, empowerment and fulfillment in their lives.
My work is client-centered and collaborative. In my practice I strive to offer practical tools and compassionate care to help people better connect with themselves and find solutions for their struggles be it with life transitions, relationships or career. I work with a lot of highly successful people struggling with stress and mood and help them foster growth, empowerment and fulfillment in their lives.
You’re making the brave decision to show up for you and your wellness - and that is worth celebration! I look forward to meeting with you, and am honoured to walk this journey alongside you. Send me an email to schedule a free 15-minute consultation, and we can discuss how I can support you with your clinical goals!
You’re making the brave decision to show up for you and your wellness - and that is worth celebration! I look forward to meeting with you, and am honoured to walk this journey alongside you. Send me an email to schedule a free 15-minute consultation, and we can discuss how I can support you with your clinical goals!
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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.