Teen therapy · Barrie
Teen Therapy in Barrie From Therapists Who Understand Teens
Worried about your teenager? We help teens ages 13 to 18 feel heard and supported. Start with a free matching consultation for parents.
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How it works
Teen Counselling in Barrie for Anxiety, Stress and Low Mood
The teenage years bring pressure from school, friendships, social media and growing independence. When your teen withdraws, struggles with anxiety or seems stuck in a low mood, it can be hard to know how to help. Our Barrie teen therapists offer a safe, confidential space where teens can open up, build coping skills and grow their confidence, while parents receive guidance too.
We support families from Barrie, Innisfil, Springwater, Oro-Medonte and Essa, in person or online, with no waitlist.
Our team
Meet Our Teen Therapists in Barrie

Founder & Clinical Director
Sue Cook
Registered Social Worker, Founder and Clinical Director
Founder of Family TLC, Sue Cook has pioneered “The Family TLC Method”, training all our therapists in this unique approach. Her dedication to exceptional client care sets a new standard in the counselling industry.
Your roadmap
The Family TLC Method: Your Path to Success
1
Intake Phase
Getting Started
The therapist helps your teen understand what to expect from counselling and the Family TLC Method. They also begin establishing how counselling will work so your teen knows what to expect.
2
Discovery Phase
Understanding What Is Really Going On
The therapist takes time to get to know your teen beyond the concern that brought them to counselling. They explore what life feels like from your teen’s perspective and create a Care Plan.
3
Working Phase
Doing Work That Has Meaning for the Teen
The therapist and teen work directly toward the goals in the Care Plan. What that looks like depends on the teen. The therapist may help them notice patterns and understand emotional reactions.
4
Check-In Phase
Building on Progress
As your teen gets better at using what they have been working on outside counselling, appointments become less frequent. The therapist and teen continue to look at what has changed.
5
Follow-Up Phase
Staying Connected
When regular counselling is no longer needed, active counselling ends. Your teen remains connected to Family TLC and can return if circumstances change or counselling becomes helpful again.
Is this you?
Signs Your Teen Could Benefit From Therapy
Has your teen become withdrawn, irritable or unusually quiet?
Are school stress, anxiety or friendship problems affecting daily life?
Do conversations with your teen often end in conflict or silence?
yes?
If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, let us help you find a therapist who understands and supports your journey.
You’ll talk with Devika Rogersour Matching Specialist
Start with a free 20-minute matching consultation.
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A story like yours
How One Barrie Teen Found Her Voice
This story is about a high school student in Barrie, a composite of many teens we work with. She used to love sports and time with friends, but over one school year she pulled away, skipped practice and melted down before tests. When her parents tried to talk, she shut the door.
Her parents called our Matching Specialist, who matched her with a therapist experienced with teen anxiety. At first she barely spoke. Slowly she began to trust her therapist, tried new ways to handle anxious thoughts and practised speaking up for herself. These days she shares a little more at home.
Our Barrie office
Visit Us in Barrie
160 Bradford St
Barrie, ON
Matching Specialist: Mon–Fri, 8am–4pm
Six languages
English, Spanish, German, French, Cantonese and Mandarin
Prefer to meet online?
Virtual sessions anywhere in Ontario
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Our teen counselling supports young people ages 13 to 18. Therapists adapt their approach to each teen’s age, personality and concerns, whether that’s school stress, anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, anger or difficulties at home.
Teens need a safe space to open up, so sessions are kept confidential. Your therapist will explain how privacy works at the start, including when safety concerns must be shared. Parents are kept involved through general updates and guidance on how to support their teen at home.
This is very common. Our therapists are experienced in building trust with hesitant teens and keep sessions relaxed and respectful. Our Matching Specialist can also match your teen with a therapist whose personality is likely to feel comfortable and relatable.
Yes, the matching consultation for parents is free, with no pressure to book. Therapy sessions are paid services. Our Matching Specialist will explain session fees and availability and help you choose the right teen therapist.
Yes. Depending on your teen’s needs, therapists may include parents in some sessions or offer separate parent support. Family TLC has worked with families for more than 25 years and understands that lasting change often involves the whole family.
Next step
Ready to Help Your Teen Feel Heard? Talk to Our Matching Specialist Today
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.














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