Amber Sperling Social Work & Psychotherapy Services
Healing Minds, Empowering Lives
You made the first step, now let’s change your life!
Does this sound familiar:
You are struggling with a transition in your life: a new baby, difficult relationship or something else leaving you feeling out of control?
Small things may feel overwhelming for no reason, you lash out at your partner, catch yourself crying out of nowhere or you feel lonely even while surrounded by others.
Life doesn’t have to stay this way.
Welcome to Amber Sperling Social Work and Psychotherapy Services. We are here to help.
All of the therapists here are highly trained to provide pre / postpartum and trauma focused psychotherapy techniques using both mind & body to work through past trauma.
Our therapists know how it feels to be overwhelmed and we are here to help you build your umbrella to weather the storm using trauma-focused EMDR, REBT, CPT, DBT and other therapies. Our clients walk away from therapy feeling more confident as parents, thriving as professionals, and partners in relationships; they are less anxious about life and have motivation to live the life they want to live.
It is common for new parents to experience mood and anxiety changes through the perinatal period. Many people question, “am I a good enough mom” or “what am I doing wrong to feel this way”. Perhaps you struggle to sleep, are irritable or cry without knowing why. Social workers in our practice are Perinatal Mental Health Certified with training in many therapy options to meet your needs.
Our Services
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Individual Psychotherapy
There are times in our lives where anxiety or not feeling like ourselves gets in the way of enjoying life or achieving our goals. Psychotherapy offers opportunity to reflect and challenge beliefs, unhelpful behaviours and build resilience
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Specialized Perinatal Therapy
Birth trauma, identity confusion, intrusive thoughts, loneliness, overwhelm and everything in between. Our therapists offer support and healing to validate your experience and become the parent you want to be.
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EMDR Trauma Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is a specific modality of therapy very effective in treating trauma and reducing distress caused by triggers in day to day life. We offer EMDR both in person and virtually across Ontario and NFLD
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Couples Therapy
It is common for couples to struggle at times, especially after transitions such as expanding your family with little ones. If you are feeling disconnected, or questioning where your relationship is going - Karah is here to support you and your relationship
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Mind and Movement
Meet your therapist to walk while we talk on a walking trail in Simcoe County. An option for clients to create connection to nature in a calm, safe space accessible between sessions. Rewards from therapy can be immediate walking in nature with your therapist or on your own with the therapist on the phone
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Clinical Supervision for Therapists
Amber provides clinical supervision for Registered Social Workers and Social Work students for case consultation, use of self and prevention / response to vicarious trauma. There are current spaces for supervision and EMDR Consultant-in-Training hours
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Workshops and Groups
The benefit of gathering in a group with others adds so much to the therapeutic experience. Our team has years of experience facilitating groups and has a passion for connecting the community.
Click on the Events page for updates on workshops and group offerings!
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Therapy for Children
Now offering virtual therapy for children! If your child (5 and up) is struggling with emotions and you could use extra support for supporting them - book today with Karah for a free consultation.
Appointments are available in the privacy of your own space through secure video anywhere in Ontario (and now Newfoundland!) or in our office located in downtown Barrie, ON.
If your childcare is not an option, there is no need to cancel - We understand that you may have your baby with you, and that is OK.
We also offer “Mind and Movement” therapy options. Ask about meeting to walk and talk in nature to enhance the benefits of our time together.
Therapy Options
We are pleased to share that you do not need to be in the Barrie area to access our services!
At this time, our services are offered remotely to any resident of Ontario or Newfoundland.
Prefer in person sessions? Meet with us face to face at:
80 Bradford Street, WW15 in the Barrie by the Bay building
(downtown Barrie where parking is free in the yellow spots).
Find our office in the “West Wing” through door 5 at the back of the building: Suite WW15
Providing You With A Safe Space to Heal
“You don’t have to feel irritable and overwhelmed. I can help you be more in control of your life.”
Get Started Today
Get in touch today by email, phone or online booking link. We will answer any questions you have in a free consultation via phone or video.
We’ll make sure we’re a good fit for you.
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Join your therapist for 50 minutes (or longer if you choose) to explore what is concerning you. Together, we’ll develop the tools you need to feel confident in the many roles you’re filling (mother, partner, professional, emergency responder etc). We’ll also help you feel more connected to those in your life, including your children, and we’ll discuss a treatment plan that fits you.
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Therapy will help to reduce the distress you feel when you think about difficult events from your past or upcoming events in your future. Day to day tasks will seem less overwhelming, sleep may improve, and you will be able to communicate more assertively with those around you. Your relationships will flourish and you’ll be better able to handle whatever life throws at you.
