Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Wasaga Beach, ON
Browse Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Wasaga Beach, Ontario, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Ashleigh Bell
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, Qualifying
I work with teens and adults who feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, low mood, shame, people-pleasing, or addictive patterns and are tired of doing it alone. In a warm, non-judgmental space—online across Ontario and in-person in Pickering—I’ll help you slow down, understand what’s really going on underneath the symptoms, and build practical tools so you can feel more grounded, confident, and in control of your life.
5 Years Experience
Online in Wasaga Beach, ON
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Alexis Bergeron (EMDR, Trauma, PTSD, Eating Disorders, Anxiety)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
Virtual Trauma & Anxiety Therapy in Ontario | EMDR Therapist | CBT & DBT Counselling | Eating Disorders
**2026: ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS**
Are you looking for a trauma therapist in Ontario or an experienced anxiety therapist who understands how overwhelming life can feel? Whether you're struggling with trauma, anxiety, panic attacks, chronic stress, childhood experiences, relationship challenges, or feeling "stuck," you don't have to navigate it alone.
Alexis Bergeron, MSW, BSW, is a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist providing virtual therapy across Ontario for teens (12+) and adults. She specializes in helping people recover from trauma, PTSD, anxiety disorders, panic attacks, emotional overwhelm, and life transitions using evidence-based therapy tailored to each client's unique needs.
Alexis believes healing begins with feeling safe. Therapy isn't about being told what to do- it's about working together to understand your experiences, calm your nervous system, develop practical coping skills, and build a life that feels meaningful again. Whether you've experienced a single traumatic event, childhood trauma, ongoing stress, or simply feel exhausted by anxiety, Alexis provides a compassionate, supportive space where lasting change can happen.
Alexis holds both a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Windsor. She has over six years of experience supporting individuals through mental health challenges in community mental health, eating disorder treatment, bereavement and hospice care, long-term care, and private practice.
She has completed advanced training in several evidence-based therapies, including:
* Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (**EMDR**) Therapy
* Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (**CBT**)
* Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (**DBT**)
* Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (**ACT**)
* Motivational Interviewing (**MI**)
* Trauma-informed care
* Nervous system regulation and emotion regulation strategies
Alexis Specializes In:
* Trauma Therapy
* EMDR Therapy
* Anxiety Counselling
* PTSD
* Childhood Trauma
* Medical Trauma
* Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Trauma
* Stress & Burnout
* Depression
* Grief & Loss
* Relationship Challenges
* Self-Esteem & Confidence
* Emotional Regulation
* Life Transitions
What Therapy May Look Like
Every person is different, which is why Alexis creates individualized treatment plans rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. Sessions may include:
* Processing traumatic memories through EMDR Therapy
* Understanding how trauma affects the brain and nervous system
* Learning practical CBT strategies to change unhelpful thought patterns
* Building distress tolerance and emotion regulation using DBT skills
* Reducing anxiety and panic symptoms
* Increasing self-compassion and confidence
* Strengthening healthy relationships and boundaries
* Developing coping strategies you can use between sessions
Clients often describe Alexis as warm, approachable, genuine, and easy to talk to. She believes therapy should feel collaborative, not intimidating, and strives to create a space where clients feel understood without judgment.
Outside of work, Alexis enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, walking her dog, trying new recipes, and spending time outdoors. She understands the realities of balancing work, family, stress, and everyday life, and brings that understanding into her work with clients.
Virtual Therapy Across Ontario
Alexis provides secure online counselling throughout Ontario, making therapy accessible wherever you live. She works with clients from communities including Windsor, Amherstburg, LaSalle, Essex, Tecumseh, Lakeshore, Chatham-Kent, London, Sarnia, Hamilton, Kitchener-Waterloo, Guelph, Mississauga, Brampton, Oakville, Burlington, Toronto, Vaughan, Markham, Richmond Hill, Barrie, Kingston, Ottawa, Sudbury, North Bay, Peterborough, Thunder Bay, and surrounding communities.
If you're searching for an EMDR therapist in Ontario, virtual trauma therapy, anxiety counselling near you, or a Registered Social Worker providing online therapy, Alexis is here to help.
**Book your free 15-minute consultation today and take the first step toward feeling like yourself again.**
9 Years Experience
Online in Wasaga Beach, ON (Online Only)
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Cindy Jennings
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, RP
Living with addiction in a relationship can feel confusing, exhausting, and isolating. Many partners find themselves trying everything they can to help, while feeling increasingly powerless. My goal is to help you make sense of what’s happening, reconnect with your own voice, and develop more effective ways of responding that support both your well-being and the possibility of real change.
For over 30 years, I have had the privilege of helping individuals and couples navigate some of life’s most difficult relationship challenges, including alcohol and substance use concerns and the lasting effects of trauma. As a trained couples and family therapist, I have a particular focus on supporting partners and spouses whose lives have been deeply affected by a loved one’s addiction. As a Registered Psychotherapist, I draw on a wide range of evidence-based approaches to meet the unique needs of each person I work with. My training includes Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Motivational Interviewing, Somatic Therapy, and Exposure Therapy. These approaches allow us to work not only with practical skills for communication and boundaries, but also with the deeper emotional and relational patterns that keep people feeling stuck.
I strive to create a thoughtful, respectful space where you feel heard and understood. Together we can navigate the complexities of your situation and help you move toward greater clarity, stability, and confidence in how you move forward.
34 Years Experience
Online in Wasaga Beach, ON (Online Only)
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Peter Stathakos
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Social Worker, BBA, MDiv, MSW, CMAT, CSAT
I help individuals and couples navigating challenges such as sex or love addiction, affairs, porn use, sexual trauma, and other struggles. I also support partners and families as they work through the impact these experiences can have. Together, we create a personalized plan that supports your unique needs and relationships while encouraging meaningful, lasting change.
16 Years Experience
Online in Wasaga Beach, ON
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Chad Tomlinson
Registered Psychotherapist, MTS, MEd, MA, Rev.
Chad is an award winning therapist with 20 years experience... and doesn't actually enjoy writing in the third person. I'm a bit different than traditional therapists as I often have more smiles than tears in my office, but either way, my hope is to help individuals, couples, and families feel safe enough to share their lives. I find men who are nervous about trying therapy, women who want to understand their husbands better, and those who haven't had the best experience in therapy tend to really like my down to earth style that is influenced by my training in solution focused therapy, CBT, EFT, and DBT.
20 Years Experience
Online in Wasaga Beach, ON
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Wasaga Beach, ON Statistics
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Wasaga Beach, ON average 10 years of experience and charge around $170 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Stress (84%), Anxiety or Fears (82%), and Trauma and PTSD (80%).
Average years in practice
10 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$170
Accept insurance
86%
Offer sliding scale
75%
Gender ID
| 59% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 84% | Stress |
| 82% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 80% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 77% | Depression |
| 75% | Social Anxiety |
| 73% | Self Esteem |
| 70% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 84% | Young Adult |
| 66% | Senior |
| 64% | Teen |
| 23% | Children |
Client Focus
| 73% | Women |
| 66% | Men |
| 63% | LGBTQ+ |
| 45% | Black / African American |
| 45% | Christian |