Infertility Therapists in Woodstock, ON
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I believe that the relationship between a counsellor and a client is deeply personal and collaborative so finding the ‘right-fit’ is pivotal to successful therapy; a strong therapeutic relationship is essential in creating an environment that fosters change and personal growth. I practice with a variety of clinical skills to support extensive variety of client issues; however, I am passionate in supporting my clients in areas of stress, grief, anxiety and depression. I use techniques from various therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy, and solution-focused therapy.
I believe that the relationship between a counsellor and a client is deeply personal and collaborative so finding the ‘right-fit’ is pivotal to successful therapy; a strong therapeutic relationship is essential in creating an environment that fosters change and personal growth. I practice with a variety of clinical skills to support extensive variety of client issues; however, I am passionate in supporting my clients in areas of stress, grief, anxiety and depression. I use techniques from various therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy, and solution-focused therapy.
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Seeking a trusting and safe therapeutic relationship to engage in healing in a vulnerable and brave way? Needs may include: mental health, life transitions, stress, trauma, general well-being, grief, self-improvement, and others. Clients of any age, gender, or sexual orientation.
Seeking a trusting and safe therapeutic relationship to engage in healing in a vulnerable and brave way? Needs may include: mental health, life transitions, stress, trauma, general well-being, grief, self-improvement, and others. Clients of any age, gender, or sexual orientation.
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Tina J. Smith & Associates
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Woodstock, ON N4S
Tina J. Smith & Associates supports the "whole family" (children, adolescents, teens, adults, couples, and families). It is our passion to help restore hope and healing by walking a journey alongside you. Everyone is faced with suffering in their life, and "at times" this suffering seems overwhelming. Counselling and psychotherapy provide an opportunity to gain insight, tools, and treatment toward restoration and healing. We believe hope and healing are greater when individuals, couples, and families receive care and support from our specialized therapists from within our "family team."
Tina J. Smith & Associates supports the "whole family" (children, adolescents, teens, adults, couples, and families). It is our passion to help restore hope and healing by walking a journey alongside you. Everyone is faced with suffering in their life, and "at times" this suffering seems overwhelming. Counselling and psychotherapy provide an opportunity to gain insight, tools, and treatment toward restoration and healing. We believe hope and healing are greater when individuals, couples, and families receive care and support from our specialized therapists from within our "family team."
![Photo of Amanda Mcfadyen, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fdfdda1e-6cf5-40ea-bde8-45a561743e48/1/320x400.jpeg)
Amanda Mcfadyen
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Woodstock, ON N4T (Online Only)
Seeking clarity, healing and direction? If you are seeking a therapist who is down to earth and can provide insight, feedback and the skills to help you have meaningful relationships that support you growing into the version of your self you desire, please reach out.
Seeking clarity, healing and direction? If you are seeking a therapist who is down to earth and can provide insight, feedback and the skills to help you have meaningful relationships that support you growing into the version of your self you desire, please reach out.
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Jessica MacDonald
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Woodstock, ON N4S (Online Only)
Offering VIRTUAL sessions ONTARIO wide. Accepting NEW clients for VIRTUAL appointments. People come to therapy for different reasons - facing life transitions, parenting stress, family tension, infertilely/miscarriage/pregnancy loss, workplace conflict, grief & loss, relationship breakdown, feeling unlike yourself or simply lost. Our health & wellbeing is greatly impacted by our sense of stress, emotions, thoughts and behaviours.
Offering VIRTUAL sessions ONTARIO wide. Accepting NEW clients for VIRTUAL appointments. People come to therapy for different reasons - facing life transitions, parenting stress, family tension, infertilely/miscarriage/pregnancy loss, workplace conflict, grief & loss, relationship breakdown, feeling unlike yourself or simply lost. Our health & wellbeing is greatly impacted by our sense of stress, emotions, thoughts and behaviours.
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Erin Harvey
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, Student, Intern
Verified Verified
Woodstock, ON N4S
I have dedicated much of my life to supporting individuals and couples as they journey through the trials life can throw in our path. When we are strengthened and supported in our relationships and in counselling, we are better able to cope with life transitions, traumas, and support ourselves as we support others. As a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) working with Counselling and Co out of Tillsonburg ON, I aim to use my knowledge and experience to help with life challenges in a way that is meaningful and catered for you.
I have dedicated much of my life to supporting individuals and couples as they journey through the trials life can throw in our path. When we are strengthened and supported in our relationships and in counselling, we are better able to cope with life transitions, traumas, and support ourselves as we support others. As a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) working with Counselling and Co out of Tillsonburg ON, I aim to use my knowledge and experience to help with life challenges in a way that is meaningful and catered for you.
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London Centre for Trauma Therapy
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW, RP-Q, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Woodstock, ON N4S
The LCTT is an award-winning psychotherapy clinic. We understand your pain- depression, anxiety, stress, overwhelm. We know you're tired of living the same old story, that you want to move on from the past but don't know how. When your parenting, relationships and happiness are all suffering, you need change and you need help. It is so frustrating when you wonder, "what is wrong with me?!" or- you know what's wrong, but have no idea how to change. Maybe the ways you have tried before have failed you, or only lasted a little while. Take a breath- you're in the right spot and we are going to help you transform.
The LCTT is an award-winning psychotherapy clinic. We understand your pain- depression, anxiety, stress, overwhelm. We know you're tired of living the same old story, that you want to move on from the past but don't know how. When your parenting, relationships and happiness are all suffering, you need change and you need help. It is so frustrating when you wonder, "what is wrong with me?!" or- you know what's wrong, but have no idea how to change. Maybe the ways you have tried before have failed you, or only lasted a little while. Take a breath- you're in the right spot and we are going to help you transform.
![Photo of Jessica Taylor Sarafinchin, HBSW, MSW, RSW, MMHCP, Registered Social Worker](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9867a786-6860-4e2d-892c-91feb92ee433/3/320x400.jpeg)
Jessica Taylor Sarafinchin
Registered Social Worker, HBSW, MSW, RSW, MMHCP
Verified Verified
Woodstock, ON N4S
Feeling overwhelmed and putting heart racing pressure on yourself to be a version of you that you think you "should be" is a slippery slope that can leave you feeling depleted, irritable and full of shame. It's important to understand our emotions to know what to do with them and with a million competing demands on your brain and your time it's hard to take a breath to figure it out! The thought that we don't have it all together when it seems like everyone else has all the things figured out makes to you want to hide in your bed tucked under the blankets (even though sleep is a dream) stuck in a nasty spiral of failure.
Feeling overwhelmed and putting heart racing pressure on yourself to be a version of you that you think you "should be" is a slippery slope that can leave you feeling depleted, irritable and full of shame. It's important to understand our emotions to know what to do with them and with a million competing demands on your brain and your time it's hard to take a breath to figure it out! The thought that we don't have it all together when it seems like everyone else has all the things figured out makes to you want to hide in your bed tucked under the blankets (even though sleep is a dream) stuck in a nasty spiral of failure.
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Cobblestone Counselling Group
Registered Social Worker
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodstock, ON N4S
We offer private In-person, phone and video Counselling and Psychotherapy services in Paris, Ontario. Are you struggling to understand and cope with challenges in your personal or professional life? Cobblestone Counselling and Psychotherapy group offers children, individuals, families and couples counselling. Like all services at Cobblestone, Counselling services are focused on treating people holistically. We see the person as a whole and employ a person centred, collaborative and integrative approach to counselling and therapy. Finding a therapist uniquely fitting to your needs is significant to us at Cobblestone.
We offer private In-person, phone and video Counselling and Psychotherapy services in Paris, Ontario. Are you struggling to understand and cope with challenges in your personal or professional life? Cobblestone Counselling and Psychotherapy group offers children, individuals, families and couples counselling. Like all services at Cobblestone, Counselling services are focused on treating people holistically. We see the person as a whole and employ a person centred, collaborative and integrative approach to counselling and therapy. Finding a therapist uniquely fitting to your needs is significant to us at Cobblestone.
![Photo of Michelle Miller, RP, MACP, BA, Registered Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3d712a10-d1df-4c7c-8c0f-56a02e9e9630/2/320x400.jpeg)
Anxiety and depression are often our body's check engine light! Every person is a puzzle and very often, the variables of our life and our own negative patterns contribute to the puzzle pieces not fitting together. If you have never tried counselling, it can be a scary idea... trying something new always is! But what if counselling can help you build a life that you don't want to run away from? It is possible to learn new skills, create new tools and strengthen your relationships! If you feel like you are planted in the darkness and you want to grow from where you are right now, this is the place for you!
Anxiety and depression are often our body's check engine light! Every person is a puzzle and very often, the variables of our life and our own negative patterns contribute to the puzzle pieces not fitting together. If you have never tried counselling, it can be a scary idea... trying something new always is! But what if counselling can help you build a life that you don't want to run away from? It is possible to learn new skills, create new tools and strengthen your relationships! If you feel like you are planted in the darkness and you want to grow from where you are right now, this is the place for you!
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Kasi Shan: Prenatal & Postpartum Counselling
Registered Social Worker
Verified Verified
Bright, ON N0J
Waitlist for new clients
As a new parent, you’re realizing that your mental health is in need of an overhaul. Things that you were able to push away, distract, or rationalize keep coming up back up (e.g. the birth trauma, your own childhood experiences, your prickly relationships). These painful reminders stop you from feeling fully present with your child. You’re distracted, triggered, and quickly overwhelmed. You want to begin parenting the right way, and that means finally addressing these emotional blocks. You want to feel more in control and like yourself again.
As a new parent, you’re realizing that your mental health is in need of an overhaul. Things that you were able to push away, distract, or rationalize keep coming up back up (e.g. the birth trauma, your own childhood experiences, your prickly relationships). These painful reminders stop you from feeling fully present with your child. You’re distracted, triggered, and quickly overwhelmed. You want to begin parenting the right way, and that means finally addressing these emotional blocks. You want to feel more in control and like yourself again.
Online Therapists
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Maria Pitiakoudis
Psychologist, PsyD, CPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4P (Online Only)
I also help patients learn to cope with personality disorders, and difficulties with relationships, work, procrastination, identity and life adjustment, stress management, infertility, bereavement, self-esteem, and impulse control such as gambling and anger management.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist registered with the College of Psychologist of Ontario. I have a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology and an M.A. in Counseling Psychology from the Adler School of Professional Psychology in Chicago. My clinical training is integrative, and includes a directive Cognitive Behavioral method, a more introspective Psychodynamic approach, as well as a holistic Mindfulness style. I incorporate various therapeutic modalities into my clinical practice in accordance with the individual needs of each patient. I am fluent in English and Greek. I currently conduct virtual therapy.
I also help patients learn to cope with personality disorders, and difficulties with relationships, work, procrastination, identity and life adjustment, stress management, infertility, bereavement, self-esteem, and impulse control such as gambling and anger management.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist registered with the College of Psychologist of Ontario. I have a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology and an M.A. in Counseling Psychology from the Adler School of Professional Psychology in Chicago. My clinical training is integrative, and includes a directive Cognitive Behavioral method, a more introspective Psychodynamic approach, as well as a holistic Mindfulness style. I incorporate various therapeutic modalities into my clinical practice in accordance with the individual needs of each patient. I am fluent in English and Greek. I currently conduct virtual therapy.
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Kim Thompson
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6J (Online Only)
I am here to support you as you navigate the many challenges, changes and emotions that grief, loss, infertility and anxiety can create.
Feeling alone, overwhelmed and lost while navigating grief, loss, infertility and birth trauma can increase the intensity of these experiences and emotions. You are not alone and I am here to support you. I have a deep understanding of the impact that these challenges, struggles, changes and transitions can have on a couple and on an individual’s mental health, sense of self, relationships and well-being. I work to empower my clients with skills and strategies to generate internal strength, calm, confidence and reduce stress, anxiety, fear and depression.
I am here to support you as you navigate the many challenges, changes and emotions that grief, loss, infertility and anxiety can create.
Feeling alone, overwhelmed and lost while navigating grief, loss, infertility and birth trauma can increase the intensity of these experiences and emotions. You are not alone and I am here to support you. I have a deep understanding of the impact that these challenges, struggles, changes and transitions can have on a couple and on an individual’s mental health, sense of self, relationships and well-being. I work to empower my clients with skills and strategies to generate internal strength, calm, confidence and reduce stress, anxiety, fear and depression.
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Navigating maternal mental health, pregnancy and infant loss, fertility/ infertility is not easy, and finding the courage to ask for help is hard.
Bina Moore MSW RSW is a Registered Social Worker and the Owner of Embrace Counselling Services opened in October 2017 with the sole intention of providing a personalized counselling approach for woman and partners navigating prenatal, birth, postpartum challenges, birth trauma, infertility & loss of pregnancy. Bina is also an Infant and Pregnancy Loss Doula with the Home Hospice Association.
Navigating maternal mental health, pregnancy and infant loss, fertility/ infertility is not easy, and finding the courage to ask for help is hard.
Bina Moore MSW RSW is a Registered Social Worker and the Owner of Embrace Counselling Services opened in October 2017 with the sole intention of providing a personalized counselling approach for woman and partners navigating prenatal, birth, postpartum challenges, birth trauma, infertility & loss of pregnancy. Bina is also an Infant and Pregnancy Loss Doula with the Home Hospice Association.
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Raluca Petridis
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, CCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Newmarket, ON L3X
Whether you’ve suffered a miscarriage (at any stage of pregnancy), are experiencing infertility, had a stillborn, or are grieving the loss of a child, I can offer a unique understanding to your pain.
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.
Whether you’ve suffered a miscarriage (at any stage of pregnancy), are experiencing infertility, had a stillborn, or are grieving the loss of a child, I can offer a unique understanding to your pain.
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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NMA Therapy
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7L
, Post Partum Depression, Miscarriage/loss, Menopause, Infertility, Childlessness (not by choice),etc.
Hi! My name is Novlette. I understand that the decision to seek help can be a difficult one. I believe there is strength in knowing when to reach out for support. My goal is to provide a warm and gentle approach to help you feel safe and secure during the therapeutic process. I am a Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. I have over 25 years experience working with mental health, families, children, adults, crisis intervention, mediation, cultural identity, oppression. I am client centered, utilize a systemic, strength based, trauma informed & culturally sensitive approach.
, Post Partum Depression, Miscarriage/loss, Menopause, Infertility, Childlessness (not by choice),etc.
Hi! My name is Novlette. I understand that the decision to seek help can be a difficult one. I believe there is strength in knowing when to reach out for support. My goal is to provide a warm and gentle approach to help you feel safe and secure during the therapeutic process. I am a Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. I have over 25 years experience working with mental health, families, children, adults, crisis intervention, mediation, cultural identity, oppression. I am client centered, utilize a systemic, strength based, trauma informed & culturally sensitive approach.
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Crystal Gerlach: Individual And Couples Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MA, RP, RSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6J
Accepting New Clients. I provide therapy for individuals, couples, teens and families. My practice is focused on those with anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic health diagnosis, emotional eating, burnout, infertility, adoption. I help relationship issues including: communication, lost connection, intimacy, affair recovery, partner withdrawal, separation. Support for child free and childless couples and for LGBTQ+ individuals, couples and families. Therapy will help work through difficult emotions and experiences while building healthy relationships.
Accepting New Clients. I provide therapy for individuals, couples, teens and families. My practice is focused on those with anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic health diagnosis, emotional eating, burnout, infertility, adoption. I help relationship issues including: communication, lost connection, intimacy, affair recovery, partner withdrawal, separation. Support for child free and childless couples and for LGBTQ+ individuals, couples and families. Therapy will help work through difficult emotions and experiences while building healthy relationships.
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I continue to work in private practice, treating individuals and couples in the following areas: stress, anxiety, depression, weight management, couples counselling, adolescence, alcohol and substance abuse, eating disorders, infertility/IVF, and coaching.
People experience challenges in their lives that are sometimes difficult to work through alone. Together we can make sense of it, and achieve a healthier, happier life. By providing a safe and empathic space, you can explore those challenges currently in your life. My approach to each session is to be with you, through truly listening, providing a judgement-free environment, respectful challenge, and mutual participation throughout the therapeutic process. As a team, you and I will process the emotional, cognitive, physical, familial, and spiritual factors impacting your life, and preventing you from achieving your goals.
I continue to work in private practice, treating individuals and couples in the following areas: stress, anxiety, depression, weight management, couples counselling, adolescence, alcohol and substance abuse, eating disorders, infertility/IVF, and coaching.
People experience challenges in their lives that are sometimes difficult to work through alone. Together we can make sense of it, and achieve a healthier, happier life. By providing a safe and empathic space, you can explore those challenges currently in your life. My approach to each session is to be with you, through truly listening, providing a judgement-free environment, respectful challenge, and mutual participation throughout the therapeutic process. As a team, you and I will process the emotional, cognitive, physical, familial, and spiritual factors impacting your life, and preventing you from achieving your goals.
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Since 2018, I have been providing psychotherapy and assessment services. In individual therapy, I work with adults who are experiencing difficulties related to self-esteem, anxiety, stress, depression, negative emotions, emotion regulation, trauma, infertility, ADHD, relationship difficulties, sexuality, and self-growth. In couple’s therapy, I work with partners who are experiencing a wide range of difficulties such as communication struggles, conflicts, emotional/physical/sexual intimacy, trust, infidelity, betrayals, infertility, parenting and more.
Since 2018, I have been providing psychotherapy and assessment services. In individual therapy, I work with adults who are experiencing difficulties related to self-esteem, anxiety, stress, depression, negative emotions, emotion regulation, trauma, infertility, ADHD, relationship difficulties, sexuality, and self-growth. In couple’s therapy, I work with partners who are experiencing a wide range of difficulties such as communication struggles, conflicts, emotional/physical/sexual intimacy, trust, infidelity, betrayals, infertility, parenting and more.
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Colette Barras
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5N (Online Only)
I consider it a privilege to support people navigating through challenges in life. Are you a young adult struggling with the transition to independence? Are you a parent of a youth wondering how to best support your child in this process? Or are you a person/couple struggling through your journey with infertility? If so, I have over 20 years experience counselling emerging adults, their parents and those trying to grow their families. I also provide counselling to individuals and couples using donor conception to start/grow their families and will provide reports to their respective fertility clinics as needed.
I consider it a privilege to support people navigating through challenges in life. Are you a young adult struggling with the transition to independence? Are you a parent of a youth wondering how to best support your child in this process? Or are you a person/couple struggling through your journey with infertility? If so, I have over 20 years experience counselling emerging adults, their parents and those trying to grow their families. I also provide counselling to individuals and couples using donor conception to start/grow their families and will provide reports to their respective fertility clinics as needed.
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Infertility Counsellors
How can infertility affect couples and their relationship?
Clients who are dealing with infertility may experience conflict and communication problems. It’s not unusual for shame, blame, and guilt to arise in cases of infertility, whether the source of the problem is one partner or both. This means that clients are upset and pulling away from their partner just when they need them the most. Some clients may find it difficult to spend time around friends and family who are pregnant. Friends and family can also make hurtful comments that increase tension during this time.
How does therapy for infertility issues work?
The therapist will begin by gathering information about the client or couple and make a treatment plan for their specific concerns. In addition to addressing common mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, and trauma reactions or PTSD, therapists can help clients improve their decision-making and deal with stressors unique to infertility. Some examples include coping with the “two-week wait” before a pregnancy test, the distress associated with a failed attempt or miscarriage, and the shame and blame sometimes associated with reproductive concerns.
What type of therapy is best for infertility issues?
Many therapists offer psychotherapy for individuals and couples who are dealing with infertility issues. Some helpful therapeutic approaches include cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), which can aid clients in reframing negative thoughts about their situation. Expressive writing and art therapy can help clients process difficult feelings. Clients might also benefit from group therapy to experience support from others who are dealing with the same problems.
How long does therapy for infertility issues take?
There is no set length for therapy that addresses infertility or reproductive concerns. Some clients might find it helpful to continue therapy during their pregnancy to have healthy ways to cope with any associated stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma. Some clients who decide not to pursue fertility treatments might benefit from the support of a therapist. The duration of therapy varies depending on the individual client’s specific needs and goals.