couples counselling

Anxiety counselling in Barrie

Effective Anxiety Counselling with Professional Mental Health Therapists in Barrie

Devika Rogers, Matching SpecialistYou’ll talk with Devika Rogersour Matching Specialist

Start with a free 20-minute matching consultation.

Open now — a Matching Specialist can take your call

Phone line closed — leave a message and expect our call the next business day morning

Help us find your match. Our Matching Specialist will be in touch.

Help us find your match. We’ll contact you the next business day.

Call 705-737-3513

Prefer to talk? We’re here to listen

Leave a message after hours

Choose & Book a Therapist

View profiles & book online

Is this you?

Do you find yourself overwhelmed by persistent worry and physical symptoms that interfere with daily life?

Has your anxiety begun affecting your relationships, work performance, or self-esteem?

Are you struggling to find effective ways to manage stress and negative thought patterns on your own?

No waitlists. In-person in Barrie, Orillia, Newmarket, or online across Ontario.

Open now — a Matching Specialist can take your call

Phone line closed — leave a message and expect our call the next business day morning

Help us find your match. Our Matching Specialist will be in touch.

Help us find your match. We’ll contact you the next business day.

Call 705-737-3513

Prefer to talk? We’re here to listen

Leave a message after hours

Choose & Book a Therapist

View profiles & book online

Experience compassionate and specialized anxiety counselling designed to support your mental wellness. Our clinic in Barrie offers evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Exposure Therapy, and DBT, delivered by experienced registered social workers and psychotherapists. We focus on tailored treatment plans that address the root causes of anxiety, helping you gain clarity and emotional resilience.

Our team provides a confidential, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your experiences. Whether you’re navigating daily stress or more complex anxiety, our therapeutic support fosters personal growth and long-term healing. Let us help you regain control and move forward with confidence.

couples counselling

A story like yours

Our team

nol feldman headshot

Nol Feldman

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Golnoosh Shahbaz

Golnoosh Shahbaz

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Smiling young woman in blazer against brick wall

Melanie Solomon

Registered Social Worker (MSW)

Soban Khalid

Soban Khalid

Registered Psychotherapist

helen khlaeghi headshot

Helen Khaleghi

Registered Psychotherapist

Nicole Reason

Nicole Reason

Registered Social Worker (MSW)

Smiling woman with brown hair and subtle makeup

Brooklyn Arroyo

Registered Psychotherapist

Jordhin Banner

Jorhdin Banner

Registered Psychotherapist

couples counselling

William Stanus

Registered Psychotherapist

couples counselling

Christina Furtado

Registered Psychotherapist

bilikis

Bilikis Adebayo

Registered Social Worker (MSW)

Woman in green sweater and glasses smiling

Wendy Lee

Registered Psychotherapist

couples counselling

Natasha Stasiuk

Registered Social Worker (MSW)

[object Object]

Ilan Strauch

Registered Psychotherapist

stephanie carpino

Stephanie Carpino

Registered Social Worker (MSW)

couples counselling

Aria Martinez

Therapist Counsellor

Travis Ford

Travis Ford

Operations Manager

Devika Rogers, Matching Specialist

Devika Rogers

Matching Specialist

Emily Naranja

Emily Naranja

Internal Bookkeeper

Your roadmap

Beginning your mental health journey requires courage and the right support system. Our team provides a structured yet flexible approach to therapy, ensuring you receive comprehensive care that evolves with your needs. Our evidence-based therapeutic process is designed to support your healing and growth through distinct phases.

1

Intake Phase

Knowing what to expect

Your mental health journey begins with a comprehensive assessment by our experienced mental health therapists. This phase involves collecting detailed information about your personal and mental health concerns, such as anxiety, relationship struggles, or other challenges. The goal is to gain a deep understanding of your unique situation. This initial consultation allows us to design a personalized treatment plan that aligns with your needs and prepares you for meaningful, evidence-based therapy with clarity and purpose.

2

Discovery Phase

Understanding what is happening

In the discovery phase, your assigned counsellor works closely with you to explore underlying emotional patterns, thought processes, and behavioural responses. By utilizing evidence-based modalities such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), we aim to uncover the roots of your anxiety, relationship struggles, or other concerns. This process fosters awareness, supports emotional insight, and sets the groundwork for personal growth. Understanding these patterns is vital for creating lasting change throughout your mental health journey.

3

Working Phase

Working directly on the goals

This phase focuses on applying tailored treatment strategies to support your healing and growth. Whether you choose in-person therapy or online therapy, our mental health professionals work collaboratively with you using tools such as CBT, DBT, and other therapeutic techniques. These interventions are designed to build resilience and help you address personal and mental health concerns. Each session is structured to align with your treatment goals, providing consistency, support, and space for measurable progress.

4

Check-In Phase

Maintaining and building on your progress

Regular progress reviews are essential in ensuring your therapy remains effective and aligned with your goals. In this phase, our registered social workers and psychotherapists foster a compassionate and nonjudgmental space where you can reflect on your development. We assess your emotional progress, adjust treatment strategies as needed, and continue to customize our therapeutic approach. This ensures that your mental health journey remains dynamic, responsive, and tailored to your evolving needs and growth.

5

Follow-Up Phase

Staying connected after active counselling ends

As you move closer to achieving your goals, our focus shifts toward long-term sustainability. Our mental health professionals help you consolidate the tools you’ve developed to reclaim your authentic self. Whether you’re navigating life transitions or preparing for future challenges, we offer continued support. This final phase reinforces the resilience and self-awareness cultivated throughout therapy, ensuring you have the personalized, evidence-based strategies needed for lasting healing and personal empowerment.

Our Barrie office

Visit Us in Barrie

160 Bradford St

Barrie, ON

Kempenfelt BayBradford StLakeshore DrInnisfil StVespra StVictoria StJohn StSanford StEllen StFamily TLC© OpenStreetMap
Bradford StLakeshore DrSanford StJohn St© OpenStreetMap

Barrie

160 Bradford St, Barrie, ON

South StNorth St ECalverley StBenner St© OpenStreetMap

Orillia

349 West St N, Unit 2A, Orillia, ON

Yonge StEagle St W© OpenStreetMap

Newmarket

17070 Yonge Street, Newmarket, ON

Anywhere in Ontario

Virtual

Secure video sessions anywhere in Ontario

FAQ

Recognizing the need for support is the first step toward meaningful healing. At Family TLC, we understand that identifying anxiety’s impact can be difficult, especially when symptoms become part of daily life.

Persistent Emotional Distress: When worry, panic, or fear persist despite personal coping efforts, it often signals a need for professional psychotherapy. Left unaddressed, these symptoms can evolve into chronic emotional challenges.

Interference with Daily Functioning: Anxiety that disrupts your work performance, sleep, relationships, or decision-making may require structured therapeutic care. Our team helps you regain control through evidence-based counselling.

Physical Symptoms Without a Medical Cause: Recurring headaches, stomach pain, or fatigue without clear physical illness can often be manifestations of psychological distress. Through clinical insight, we work with you to address these symptoms at their emotional source.

Impact on Self-Perception and Confidence: When anxiety begins to affect your self-esteem or leads to constant self-criticism, therapy can help you reshape harmful beliefs. At Family TLC, our counsellors guide you toward renewed self-understanding and emotional resilience.

Failed Attempts at Self-Management: If journaling, mindfulness, or other self-help methods have proven insufficient, professional support can offer deeper strategies. We are here to support you with customized, therapeutic tools that meet your evolving needs.

We take pride in offering effective, individualized therapy for anxiety to help individuals transform distress into empowerment. Our clinic in Barrie specializes in a variety of therapeutic modalities designed for long-term emotional wellness.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): CBT is a structured, goal-oriented approach that helps you identify and reframe negative thought patterns. Our counsellors guide clients in replacing anxious thinking with healthier, more adaptive responses.

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT): DBT integrates emotional regulation, mindfulness, and distress tolerance to support individuals who struggle with intense emotional reactions. We employ DBT techniques to enhance your emotional awareness and reduce reactivity.

Exposure Therapy: This therapy helps individuals gradually confront feared situations, reducing avoidance behaviours and increasing coping skills. Our therapists ensure the process is supportive, safe, and paced according to your readiness.

Mindfulness and Relaxation Training: We integrate evidence-based mindfulness strategies to help clients manage anxiety through body-mind awareness. This complements more cognitive techniques by grounding individuals in the present moment.

Customized Integrative Techniques: Recognizing that each journey is unique, our team blends therapeutic approaches to meet your personal history and emotional profile. We prioritize flexibility and collaboration in designing every treatment plan.

At Family TLC, our approach emphasizes accessibility and individualized care throughout every phase of counselling. We offer therapy that is attuned to your pace, your goals, and your emotional capacity for change.

Phased Therapeutic Journey: Our therapy process unfolds across intake, discovery, working, check-in, and follow-up phases to ensure structured, continuous care. Each phase allows for reassessment and adjustment, maximizing therapeutic impact.

Matching You with the Right Therapist: Our Matching Consultant carefully considers your preferences, emotional needs, and communication style to connect you with the ideal therapist. This ensures strong rapport, which is essential for successful therapy outcomes.

Confidential and Judgment-Free Space: We provide a safe environment for honest emotional exploration. Whether your struggles are recent or longstanding, we foster dignity and psychological safety in every session.

Multidisciplinary Team of Experts: We are proud of our diverse team of psychotherapists and RSW professionals who bring distinct expertise and empathy to every case. Their collective experience ensures that care is both clinically grounded and personally meaningful.

Flexible Service Delivery Options: Family TLC offers both virtual and in-person therapy to make mental health care more accessible. This flexibility allows you to maintain momentum in your healing journey, wherever you are in Ontario.

Personalization is a hallmark of Family TLC’s therapeutic model. We believe that mental health care must adapt to reflect your unique experiences and aspirations.

In-Depth Initial Assessment: Our intake process gathers a detailed overview of your psychological history, symptoms, and goals. This ensures that your treatment plan is grounded in your lived reality and mental health priorities.

Targeted Goal-Setting: We collaborate with you to establish realistic and empowering goals for therapy. These goals shape your sessions and provide a framework for tracking progress.

Therapeutic Techniques Aligned with Personality and Lifestyle: Whether you prefer structured homework or open dialogue, we tailor the therapy approach to match your temperament and comfort. This alignment promotes deeper engagement and long-term success.

Responsive Adjustments Throughout Care: Your therapist conducts regular reviews to assess how well strategies are working and adjust accordingly. This ensures therapy evolves with your growth and challenges.

Support for a Range of Mental Health Concerns: Beyond anxiety, we provide care for co-occurring concerns such as relationship issues, PTSD, or life transitions. This holistic lens allows us to treat the full scope of your mental wellness journey.

Healing does not end with the final session—it evolves into sustainable, self-guided growth. At Family TLC, we remain a partner in your well-being even as formal therapy concludes.

Resilience-Building for Future Challenges: Our therapists equip you with lifelong coping strategies that empower you to handle future stressors independently. This includes relapse prevention tools that reinforce confidence in your emotional capacity.

Gradual Discharge Process: We transition clients thoughtfully from weekly sessions to less frequent check-ins as readiness increases. This pacing supports emotional stability and reinforces your autonomy.

Open Access for Future Appointments: Should new challenges arise, you can re-engage with our services without starting over. Our familiarity with your case allows for rapid reintegration and effective intervention.

Post-Therapy Resources and Referrals: We provide access to mental health education and community support as needed. This comprehensive care model ensures continued guidance beyond the therapy room.

Support During Life Transitions: Whether you’re changing careers, navigating parenthood, or coping with loss, our team is here to guide you. We believe mental wellness is a lifelong journey, and we remain committed to walking it with you.

From our blog

Latest Articles

Articles for

Hands planting young tree in soil, sunny day.

Next step

Take the next step in whichever way suits you best.

Open now — a Matching Specialist can take your call

Phone line closed — leave a message and expect our call the next business day morning

Help us find your match. Our Matching Specialist will be in touch.

Help us find your match. We’ll contact you the next business day.

Call 705-737-3513

Prefer to talk? We’re here to listen

Leave a message after hours

Choose & Book a Therapist

View profiles & book online