Female Therapists in Cookstown, ON
Amanda Bertolo
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Cookstown, ON L0L
Do you feel consumed by your emotions? Are you experiencing low mood, feelings of anxiety, depression or hopelessness? Are you struggling in your relationships? Do you find yourself stuck in the same re-ocurring, negative cycles? You do not have to navigate through this alone. Therapy can help you manage your emotions, develop healthy relationships and recognize the "why" behind what you do and how you feel. I specialize in helping adults and teenagers who are struggling with anxiety and depression, increase their self-esteem and self-worth and create healthier relationships.
Do you feel consumed by your emotions? Are you experiencing low mood, feelings of anxiety, depression or hopelessness? Are you struggling in your relationships? Do you find yourself stuck in the same re-ocurring, negative cycles? You do not have to navigate through this alone. Therapy can help you manage your emotions, develop healthy relationships and recognize the "why" behind what you do and how you feel. I specialize in helping adults and teenagers who are struggling with anxiety and depression, increase their self-esteem and self-worth and create healthier relationships.
Sabine Cox, RP
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Cookstown, ON L0L
Waitlist for new clients
Accepting new supervision clients in September ................................................ Life is a journey - and sometimes the path is rocky. Having a helping hand can make the difference between giving up and moving on in both personal life and professional practice. For over 24 years I have helped many people move toward growth, emotional healing and joy. If you struggle with inexplicable anxiety, sadness or confusion, feel trapped in a life that doesn’t seem to suit you anymore or have lost sight of what brings you joy and energy, you may benefit from having a mirror that allows you to rediscover who you really are.
Accepting new supervision clients in September ................................................ Life is a journey - and sometimes the path is rocky. Having a helping hand can make the difference between giving up and moving on in both personal life and professional practice. For over 24 years I have helped many people move toward growth, emotional healing and joy. If you struggle with inexplicable anxiety, sadness or confusion, feel trapped in a life that doesn’t seem to suit you anymore or have lost sight of what brings you joy and energy, you may benefit from having a mirror that allows you to rediscover who you really are.
I have always had a passion for helping others. With previous work experience in different environments, I have been exposed to the complexities of life, which has developed my belief that change, growth and healing is possible if individuals are supported with compassion, empathy, and non-judgement. This belief has become my therapeutic approach, along with recognizing and valuing that each client is unique, making the therapy process unique.
I have always had a passion for helping others. With previous work experience in different environments, I have been exposed to the complexities of life, which has developed my belief that change, growth and healing is possible if individuals are supported with compassion, empathy, and non-judgement. This belief has become my therapeutic approach, along with recognizing and valuing that each client is unique, making the therapy process unique.
Lindsay Crowe
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, CPT
Verified Verified
Cookstown, ON L0L
Not accepting new clients
Welcome! I strongly believe that we all have healing capacities, internal strengths, and resiliency. Yet, sometimes we experience situations, thoughts or emotions that are distressing, challenging or uncomfortable and we find ourselves stuck or unsure of how to move forward. In these times, therapy can be a supportive place to explore and empower you to discover the next steps on your life journey. I am a Registered Social Worker and have been providing therapy for children, adolescents and adults for the last 8years. I work to create a safe space to join individuals on their journey to reflect, process, learn and heal.
Welcome! I strongly believe that we all have healing capacities, internal strengths, and resiliency. Yet, sometimes we experience situations, thoughts or emotions that are distressing, challenging or uncomfortable and we find ourselves stuck or unsure of how to move forward. In these times, therapy can be a supportive place to explore and empower you to discover the next steps on your life journey. I am a Registered Social Worker and have been providing therapy for children, adolescents and adults for the last 8years. I work to create a safe space to join individuals on their journey to reflect, process, learn and heal.
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Never be afraid to fall apart because it is an opportunity to rebuild yourself the way you wish you had been all along. - Rae Smith Since my formative years, I have discovered my passion for counselling. I have more than 20 years of experience working with couples, teenagers, childr
Margaret Mikkelborg
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Barrie, ON L4M (Online Only)
As a relational psychotherapist, I specialize in working with individuals and couples who are searching for meaning and new direction in their lives. Based on over 30 years of experience working with clients, I realize that there is no one method to be used with every client. Pulling on a wide range of modalities, including breath work and a body-mind awareness, I tailor our way of working based on the client's needs and issues. Also as a Jungian, I have come to understand the value of working with dreams in order to tune into the deep unconscious currents in the psyche.
As a relational psychotherapist, I specialize in working with individuals and couples who are searching for meaning and new direction in their lives. Based on over 30 years of experience working with clients, I realize that there is no one method to be used with every client. Pulling on a wide range of modalities, including breath work and a body-mind awareness, I tailor our way of working based on the client's needs and issues. Also as a Jungian, I have come to understand the value of working with dreams in order to tune into the deep unconscious currents in the psyche.
Holly takes an experiential holistic trauma informed approach to mental health care, by combining traditional clinical practices with holistic modalities to help clients improve their quality of life. Holly has been a registered nurse since 1999, working in various areas such as acute, chronic, obstetrical, pediatrics, mental health and palliative care. She has a vast experience in caring for vulnerable clients in many different settings and stages of their life. she has been specializing and expanding her career in mental health since 2009.
Holly takes an experiential holistic trauma informed approach to mental health care, by combining traditional clinical practices with holistic modalities to help clients improve their quality of life. Holly has been a registered nurse since 1999, working in various areas such as acute, chronic, obstetrical, pediatrics, mental health and palliative care. She has a vast experience in caring for vulnerable clients in many different settings and stages of their life. she has been specializing and expanding her career in mental health since 2009.
Anita Federici
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych, FAED
Verified Verified
Barrie, ON L4M
Waitlist for new clients
I am a registered clinical Psychologist and the owner of The Centre for Psychology and Emotion Regulation. I have more than 20 years of experience working with eating disorders across levels of care and focus primarily on helping those who have been misunderstood, undertreated, and invalidated by the system. I have a special interest in helping people who struggle with co-occurring conditions in the context of an eating disorder. I spend a great deal of time training and supervising my team to deliver treatments that are inclusive, dialectical, and collaborative.
I am a registered clinical Psychologist and the owner of The Centre for Psychology and Emotion Regulation. I have more than 20 years of experience working with eating disorders across levels of care and focus primarily on helping those who have been misunderstood, undertreated, and invalidated by the system. I have a special interest in helping people who struggle with co-occurring conditions in the context of an eating disorder. I spend a great deal of time training and supervising my team to deliver treatments that are inclusive, dialectical, and collaborative.
Laurita Gorman - Holistic Psychotherapist
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, SEP
Verified Verified
Barrie, ON L4M
I provide an authentic, compassionate, and safe space for women to open up and be supported in reclaiming their voice, power, and body.
Life can be hard at times, and when we meet the messy moments it can feel isolating, overwhelming, and hopeless. We are human, after all. It makes sense that we may find ourselves stuck at times - stuck in our feelings, thoughts, and behaviours and it can be tough to shift things in the right direction, especially if we are doing it on our own. With honesty and compassion, therapy is a place to explore what you're navigating and create sustainable change that supports your healing and growth. I support women who are wanting to shift out of survival mode so they can feel grounded, confident, and free.
I provide an authentic, compassionate, and safe space for women to open up and be supported in reclaiming their voice, power, and body.
Life can be hard at times, and when we meet the messy moments it can feel isolating, overwhelming, and hopeless. We are human, after all. It makes sense that we may find ourselves stuck at times - stuck in our feelings, thoughts, and behaviours and it can be tough to shift things in the right direction, especially if we are doing it on our own. With honesty and compassion, therapy is a place to explore what you're navigating and create sustainable change that supports your healing and growth. I support women who are wanting to shift out of survival mode so they can feel grounded, confident, and free.
Nancy Kane R.N. BScN ; CPMHN(C), is a Registered Nurse with a specialty in Psychiatry and Mental Health. Her 25 years of clinical experience include intensive work with individuals and couples dealing with trauma and attachment issues. Nancy has worked extensively with adults diagnosed with depression, anxiety, addictions mood disorders and PTSD, She is certified in Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Strength Based Resilience Training and Cognitive Processing Therapy into her practice. Nancy has worked extensively with First Responders with PTSD.
Nancy Kane R.N. BScN ; CPMHN(C), is a Registered Nurse with a specialty in Psychiatry and Mental Health. Her 25 years of clinical experience include intensive work with individuals and couples dealing with trauma and attachment issues. Nancy has worked extensively with adults diagnosed with depression, anxiety, addictions mood disorders and PTSD, She is certified in Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Strength Based Resilience Training and Cognitive Processing Therapy into her practice. Nancy has worked extensively with First Responders with PTSD.
Upsetting news in the moment can lead to troubled days, and letting those troubles fester can create one heck of a miserable existence that impacts every facet of your life. What we don't learn from or resolve, inevitably circles back to remind us that change needs to happen. Believe me, we have all been there! A doctor or spouse tells you that you need to make a change due to a health scare or a relationship problem and you have no idea where to begin. You start asking the questions - How did I get here? How do I change it? Can I change it? Is it worth making all the effort for the change that you think you need or want?
Upsetting news in the moment can lead to troubled days, and letting those troubles fester can create one heck of a miserable existence that impacts every facet of your life. What we don't learn from or resolve, inevitably circles back to remind us that change needs to happen. Believe me, we have all been there! A doctor or spouse tells you that you need to make a change due to a health scare or a relationship problem and you have no idea where to begin. You start asking the questions - How did I get here? How do I change it? Can I change it? Is it worth making all the effort for the change that you think you need or want?
Stephanie Crema
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4M (Online Only)
Change and healing are possible and you don't have to do it alone. As a therapist, I take a holistic, non-pathologizing, and neurodivergent affirming approach to helping my clients heal from trauma, find peace with themselves and their emotions, cope with life challenges, and cultivate gentle self-compassion. I support adults (18+) and couples who struggle with a variety of challenges, and as a late diagnosed neurodivergent therapist, I have a special passion in working with late-diagnosed ADHD and autism. I also support parents in navigating the challenges of fertility, pregnancy, parenthood, and postpartum anxiety/depression.
Change and healing are possible and you don't have to do it alone. As a therapist, I take a holistic, non-pathologizing, and neurodivergent affirming approach to helping my clients heal from trauma, find peace with themselves and their emotions, cope with life challenges, and cultivate gentle self-compassion. I support adults (18+) and couples who struggle with a variety of challenges, and as a late diagnosed neurodivergent therapist, I have a special passion in working with late-diagnosed ADHD and autism. I also support parents in navigating the challenges of fertility, pregnancy, parenthood, and postpartum anxiety/depression.
Alexandria Harris
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4M
Owner & operator of, Therapy with Alex: Trauma Based Services, located in Simcoe County. I am pleased to offer services for all types of experiences for any demographic. Doing private therapy services part time, I am also an authorized child protection worker. I have experience working with issues from childhood abuse, to familial conflict, neglect and more. I have since completed an advanced certification in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT). Through my years of practice, I now primarily work with complex traumas and personality disorders; however, this is not limited. I say to folks, nothing is off the table.
Owner & operator of, Therapy with Alex: Trauma Based Services, located in Simcoe County. I am pleased to offer services for all types of experiences for any demographic. Doing private therapy services part time, I am also an authorized child protection worker. I have experience working with issues from childhood abuse, to familial conflict, neglect and more. I have since completed an advanced certification in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT). Through my years of practice, I now primarily work with complex traumas and personality disorders; however, this is not limited. I say to folks, nothing is off the table.
Adriana Sakal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Barrie, ON L4M (Online Only)
My ideal client endeavors to navigate the complexities of anxiety, depression, or significant life transitions. They aspire to confront cognitive distortions, cultivate effective coping mechanisms, and fortify their resilience. Motivated by the pursuit of fulfillment, they embark on a therapeutic journey toward personal growth and well-being.
My ideal client endeavors to navigate the complexities of anxiety, depression, or significant life transitions. They aspire to confront cognitive distortions, cultivate effective coping mechanisms, and fortify their resilience. Motivated by the pursuit of fulfillment, they embark on a therapeutic journey toward personal growth and well-being.
Kendra Wagner
Registered Psychotherapist, HBSc, GradDip, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hillsdale, ON L0L
I believe that people start to heal the moment they feel heard and so my aim is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space that provides my clients validation and understanding. My work is relational, trauma-informed and attachment-based. I have a passion for supporting my child, teen and adult clients in having "aha moments" as they discover how their past experiences are causing the brain to instinctively protect in the present. We can then use this understanding ultimately gain symptom relief. I also provide Clinical Supervision (which meet CRPO standards) and Consultation for upcoming and developed counsellors.
I believe that people start to heal the moment they feel heard and so my aim is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space that provides my clients validation and understanding. My work is relational, trauma-informed and attachment-based. I have a passion for supporting my child, teen and adult clients in having "aha moments" as they discover how their past experiences are causing the brain to instinctively protect in the present. We can then use this understanding ultimately gain symptom relief. I also provide Clinical Supervision (which meet CRPO standards) and Consultation for upcoming and developed counsellors.
Whether you are exploring therapy for the first time or revisiting it with a desire to connect with a therapist that can support you where you are at now, I’m glad you’re here. I am a Registered Psychotherapist with experience in supporting people with a wide range of reasons to seek therapy. Emotion regulation, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, trauma and PTSD are some of the areas that I specialize in. I approach all of my work with compassion, empathy and a client centered approach. I believe that therapy is a collaboration between people working toward common goals.
Whether you are exploring therapy for the first time or revisiting it with a desire to connect with a therapist that can support you where you are at now, I’m glad you’re here. I am a Registered Psychotherapist with experience in supporting people with a wide range of reasons to seek therapy. Emotion regulation, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, trauma and PTSD are some of the areas that I specialize in. I approach all of my work with compassion, empathy and a client centered approach. I believe that therapy is a collaboration between people working toward common goals.
Are you struggling to find balance in your daily life challenges? Do you feel emotional dysregulation, irregular feelings towards important persons in your life, feelings of insignificance in people’s lives, sadness, impulse control. I understand this isolation of feeling dysregulated and trapped without the ability to express intense thoughts and feelings.
Are you struggling to find balance in your daily life challenges? Do you feel emotional dysregulation, irregular feelings towards important persons in your life, feelings of insignificance in people’s lives, sadness, impulse control. I understand this isolation of feeling dysregulated and trapped without the ability to express intense thoughts and feelings.
Evolve+Shift Therapy - Michelle Williams, MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Barrie, ON L4M (Online Only)
I am aware of how social and structural systems affect our mood, capacity, self-esteem, and emotional and physical well-being. My approach is one of deep engagement and inclusion; I acknowledge differences in order to understand the complex challenges of navigating a world that can often be dehumanizing. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, workplace stress, intrusive thoughts, and grief. If you are a couple challenged with poor communication, lack of trust and co-dependency, I provide strategies to improve relational breakdown and increase relationship satisfaction.
I am aware of how social and structural systems affect our mood, capacity, self-esteem, and emotional and physical well-being. My approach is one of deep engagement and inclusion; I acknowledge differences in order to understand the complex challenges of navigating a world that can often be dehumanizing. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, workplace stress, intrusive thoughts, and grief. If you are a couple challenged with poor communication, lack of trust and co-dependency, I provide strategies to improve relational breakdown and increase relationship satisfaction.
Veronica Sophia Pecchia
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RECE, RP (Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4M
I am passionate about helping people overcome their challenges and creating a judgment-free space to share their stories. Therapy is a journey of self-discovery and growth, and I’m here to walk alongside you on your path. I take a calm and soft therapeutic approach to counselling using Cognitive behavioural therapy, and strength-based approach!
I am passionate about helping people overcome their challenges and creating a judgment-free space to share their stories. Therapy is a journey of self-discovery and growth, and I’m here to walk alongside you on your path. I take a calm and soft therapeutic approach to counselling using Cognitive behavioural therapy, and strength-based approach!
Angela is passionate about working with individuals impacted by mental health and/or substance use concerns and she strives to provide a nonjudgmental and accepting environment. Angela works with individuals to identify goals/a treatment plan and work towards those goals using an integrated and holistic approach.
Angela is passionate about working with individuals impacted by mental health and/or substance use concerns and she strives to provide a nonjudgmental and accepting environment. Angela works with individuals to identify goals/a treatment plan and work towards those goals using an integrated and holistic approach.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.