Bay View Therapy Centre

Bay View Therapy Centre Bay View Therapy Centre provides compassionate, trauma-informed psychotherapy and consulting services across Simcoe County, with offices in Barrie and Orillia.

At Bay View Therapy Centre, we believe that healing begins with understanding and genuine connection. Our team provides a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where you can explore challenges, build resilience, and move toward meaningful growth. We offer evidence-based psychotherapy and consulting services for individuals, families, and community organizations—grounded in compassion, collab

oration, and respect for each person’s unique story. Whether you’re seeking support for anxiety, depression, life transitions, or personal development, we’re here to walk alongside you every step of the way. Together, we can nurture well-being, strengthen relationships, and foster positive change—within yourself and your community.

Your Guide To: Boundary Setting 🤍Many people struggle with boundary setting because they fear conflict, guilt, or disapp...
06/05/2026

Your Guide To: Boundary Setting 🤍

Many people struggle with boundary setting because they fear conflict, guilt, or disappointing others. Over time, however, unclear boundaries can lead to stress, burnout, resentment, and emotional exhaustion.

Boundary setting can feel uncomfortable at first, especially if you’re used to putting others first. However, setting boundaries is not about pushing people away. It’s about creating healthy limits that protect your well being, energy, and relationships.

Remember: saying “no” does not make you selfish. Your needs matter too.

Self-compassion isn’t about ignoring what’s hard. It’s about how you meet yourself in it.You don’t have to get it perfec...
06/01/2026

Self-compassion isn’t about ignoring what’s hard. It’s about how you meet yourself in it.

You don’t have to get it perfect. Even small moments of self-compassion count 🤍

STOP is a DBT skill that can support emotional regulation and help reduce impulsive reactions.When emotions feel intense...
05/29/2026

STOP is a DBT skill that can support emotional regulation and help reduce impulsive reactions.

When emotions feel intense or things start moving too fast, it can be hard to respond in ways that feel aligned with you.

The STOP skill invites a pause: Stop. Take a step back. Observe. Proceed.

You don’t have to react right away. A small moment of space can make room for a different response.

We’re so happy to introduce Jenny.Jenny is a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work degree and over 22 ye...
05/27/2026

We’re so happy to introduce Jenny.

Jenny is a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work degree and over 22 years of experience supporting adults, youth, and children.

She works with clients navigating anxiety, low mood, stress, loneliness, life transitions, and other challenges that impact wellness and connection. Jenny practices from a person-centred, strengths-based perspective, integrating Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

She is committed to creating an authentic, collaborative relationship within a kind and safe space — walking alongside clients as they share their story and move toward meaningful change, peace, and greater wellbeing.

Now waitlisting for clients in Barrie
🔗https://aws-portal.owlpractice.ca/bayviewtherapy/booking

We’re honoured to have been recognized in the 2026 Barrie CommunityVotes awards, receiving Bronze in both the Therapy & ...
05/22/2026

We’re honoured to have been recognized in the 2026 Barrie CommunityVotes awards, receiving Bronze in both the Therapy & Counselling and Psychology Clinic categories!

Thank you to our clients, community members, and referral partners for your continued trust and support. It is a privilege to support individuals, couples, children, and families across Barrie, Orillia, and surrounding communities through all stages of life and healing.

This recognition is also a reflection of our dedicated team of clinicians, whose compassion, professionalism, and commitment to meaningful, evidence-based care are at the heart of everything we do.

We are truly grateful to be part of such a supportive community and appreciate everyone who took the time to vote and support our practice.

The 5-4-3-2-1 grounding exercise can help bring you back to the present moment when things feel overwhelming. Move throu...
05/22/2026

The 5-4-3-2-1 grounding exercise can help bring you back to the present moment when things feel overwhelming.

Move through it at your own pace. There’s no “right” way to do it. Even noticing one or two things is a start.

Come back to this anytime you need a gentle reset 🩵

Regulation doesn’t always look calm, quiet, or still. 💚This visual resource offers a thoughtful reminder that behaviours...
05/21/2026

Regulation doesn’t always look calm, quiet, or still. 💚

This visual resource offers a thoughtful reminder that behaviours such as irritability, shutdown, restlessness, perfectionism, or avoidance can often reflect a nervous system in need of support, safety, and connection.

Approaching ourselves and others with curiosity and compassion can help foster deeper understanding, meaningful regulation, and connection.

Thank you Unyte for creating this resource!

Therapist Spotlight: AshleyAshley is a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work degree and over 20 years of...
05/20/2026

Therapist Spotlight: Ashley

Ashley is a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work degree and over 20 years of experience supporting adults, children, and youth.

Throughout her career, she has helped clients navigate a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, trauma, PTSD, addictions and identity issues. Ashley employs a strengths-based approach in her therapeutic practice, empowering clients to achieve their goals.

She has advanced training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and a postgraduate degree specialization in Indigenous trauma and resiliency.

Now accepting clients in Barrie, Orillia, and virtually in Ontario
🔗https://aws-portal.owlpractice.ca/bayviewtherapy/booking

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72 Ross Street
Barrie, ON

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 9pm
Saturday 9am - 3pm
Sunday 9am - 2pm

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