Family TLC

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Family TLC Simcoe County is a group of therapists who help children, teenagers, adults, couples, parents, and families. Whether you need Family Therapy, Marriage Counselling, help with Separation and Divorce, Depression and Anxiety, Grief and Loss, and Addictions our specialists are here to assist you through counselling. We believe you are bigger than the problem and with our help, we are confident you change your direction. Give us a call: Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Appointments can be booked for Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 9:00 pm and Saturdays 9:00 am - 2:00 pm.

11/25/2025

Postpartum is a season filled with love, exhaustion, and pressure that no one prepares you for. If you have ever thought any of the statements in this video, you are not alone. Many new parents quietly carry guilt, fear, and self-doubt while trying to show up every day for their child.

You are doing more than you realize. You deserve support that helps you breathe, reset, and feel grounded again.

If you are finding postpartum emotionally heavy, one of our therapists can walk with you through this stage with care and compassion.

Book a session using the link in our bio.

Some Mondays feel smooth and steady. Others feel heavy before the day even starts. Both are human. Both are valid. And n...
11/24/2025

Some Mondays feel smooth and steady. Others feel heavy before the day even starts. Both are human. Both are valid. And neither says anything about your worth or your ability to cope.

If your hard Mondays are consistently starting to pile up, you do not have to face them alone. Talking with a therapist can help you understand what is weighing on you and give you tools to move through the week with more clarity and ease.

Start your week with support.
Book a session with a Family TLC therapist through the link in our bio.

It can be hard to tell the difference between love that feels exciting and love that moves too fast. Love-bombing often ...
11/23/2025

It can be hard to tell the difference between love that feels exciting and love that moves too fast. Love-bombing often shows up as intensity, pressure, or fast commitments that leave you feeling overwhelmed. Genuine interest looks very different. It is steady, respectful, and gives you space to feel safe as the connection grows.

Knowing these differences can help you trust your instincts and build healthier relationship patterns. If any of these signs feel familiar, you are not alone and support is available.

We have a full blog article on love-bombing that explains the stages, warning signs, and ways to heal. It is linked in our bio, so check it out there.

If you want support navigating relationship patterns or rebuilding trust, book a session with a Family TLC therapist today.

Love bombing can feel like a whirlwind romance at first, but it often moves too quickly to be genuine. When someone over...
11/22/2025

Love bombing can feel like a whirlwind romance at first, but it often moves too quickly to be genuine. When someone overwhelms you with attention, gifts, constant messages, and fast declarations of love, it can create emotional pressure rather than real connection. What seems caring on the surface may actually be a tactic to gain control, create dependency, or pull you away from your support system.

Love bombing often comes in cycles. First the idealization stage, then the withdrawal and criticism, and sometimes a sudden return of affection meant to keep you off balance. These patterns can lead to confusion, anxiety, and trauma bonding that makes it hard to step back or trust yourself.

If you recognize these signs in a current or past relationship, you are not alone. Healing takes time, compassion, and support. With the right tools, you can rebuild your confidence, set healthy boundaries, and learn what safe, steady love truly feels like.

You deserve relationships that honour your well-being.

If you need support processing these experiences or rebuilding trust, book a session with a Family TLC therapist today.

🌿 Meet Our Newest Student Therapist, Sarah Ortiz! 🌿We’re excited to welcome Sarah Ortiz, a student therapist from City U...
11/20/2025

🌿 Meet Our Newest Student Therapist, Sarah Ortiz! 🌿

We’re excited to welcome Sarah Ortiz, a student therapist from City University completing her Master’s in Counselling Psychology. Sarah is now accepting new clients on a sliding scale, offering compassionate, client-centered support to teens and adults.

She is available for in-person sessions in Barrie or virtual sessions across Ontario.

Want to learn more? Visit her bio at www.familytlc.ca/sarah-ortiz
You’ll also find a short video where Sarah shares more about who she is as a therapist and what you can expect in her therapy space. 💬✨

Welcome, Sarah! 💛

We all handle conflict differently, and our style often shows up long before we notice it. Some people pull back, some p...
11/20/2025

We all handle conflict differently, and our style often shows up long before we notice it. Some people pull back, some push forward, some keep the peace, and others try to find quick middle ground. There is no right or wrong style. Each one has strengths and blind spots.

Understanding your natural conflict pattern can help you communicate more clearly, protect your emotional well-being, and stay connected in difficult moments. It also helps you recognize the patterns in your partner, family members, or coworkers so conversations feel less reactive and more collaborative.

If conflict is creating tension in your relationships, therapy can help you understand your style, learn healthier tools, and build stronger communication skills.

Book a session with a Family TLC therapist today.

Stress and burnout can look similar at first, but they affect your mind and body in very different ways. Stress creates ...
11/19/2025

Stress and burnout can look similar at first, but they affect your mind and body in very different ways. Stress creates pressure, tension, and emotional intensity. Burnout goes deeper. It shows up as exhaustion, disconnection, and a sense of running on empty.

Stress often improves with rest, time off, or small adjustments. Burnout needs more intentional support because it signals that your emotional and physical systems have been overwhelmed for too long.

If the signs of burnout feel familiar, you are not alone. Therapy can help you understand what is fueling your exhaustion and build healthier ways to cope, set boundaries, and restore balance.

Your well-being matters. You deserve support that helps you feel like yourself again.

Book a session with a Family TLC therapist today.

A busy week can feel overwhelming, but the right strategy can make everything feel more manageable. Three of the most ef...
11/17/2025

A busy week can feel overwhelming, but the right strategy can make everything feel more manageable. Three of the most effective productivity frameworks work beautifully together.

Eat the frog: This approach encourages you to tackle the hardest or most important task first. Getting that one big thing done builds momentum and reduces the mental load of carrying it through the week.

The Eisenhower Matrix: Sorting tasks by urgency and importance helps you focus on what truly matters instead of getting stuck in low priority work. It is a simple way to work smarter and protect your energy.

Time blocking: Once you know what needs your attention, putting dedicated blocks of time in your calendar helps you stay focused. Treat these blocks as appointments with yourself so the important tasks do not get pushed aside.

Small changes in how you plan your week can create meaningful progress. Be kind to yourself, stay flexible, and celebrate the wins.

Ready for support in building healthier routines and managing stress? Book a session with a Family TLC therapist today.

✨ Therapist Recommendation ✨If you’re a parent looking to better understand your child’s emotions and behaviour, Brain-B...
11/16/2025

✨ Therapist Recommendation ✨

If you’re a parent looking to better understand your child’s emotions and behaviour, Brain-Body Parenting by Dr. Mona Delahooke is a must-read.

This insightful book shifts the focus from managing behaviour to understanding what’s happening beneath it—helping parents nurture emotional safety, connection, and resilience.

Recommended by one of our Family TLC therapists, it’s a reminder that when we see behaviour as communication, we can respond with empathy instead of frustration.

Have you read this one yet? What stood out to you most? 💛

There’s a difference between being mindful and having a mind full.When your thoughts are racing, your to-do list feels e...
11/15/2025

There’s a difference between being mindful and having a mind full.

When your thoughts are racing, your to-do list feels endless, and it’s hard to slow down, mindfulness can bring you back to the present moment. Even a few deep breaths or a quiet pause can help you find calm in the middle of the noise.

If your mind has been feeling too full lately, therapy can help you learn to slow down, refocus, and breathe again.

✨ Take the first step toward a calmer mind.
Book a session with Family TLC today.

How’s your week going? 🌿Take a moment to check in with yourself.Can you make a line on our Self-Care Bingo this week?Whe...
11/14/2025

How’s your week going? 🌿

Take a moment to check in with yourself.
Can you make a line on our Self-Care Bingo this week?

Whether it’s getting enough sleep, saying no when you need to, or taking a quiet walk, every small act of care counts. 💛

Tag a friend who might need a reminder to slow down and recharge.

ADHD isn’t about being lazy or careless—it’s about living with a brain that works differently.It can mean feeling frustr...
11/13/2025

ADHD isn’t about being lazy or careless—it’s about living with a brain that works differently.
It can mean feeling frustrated, misunderstood, or exhausted by things others take for granted.

Therapy can help you build structure, self-compassion, and strategies that make daily life feel a little easier.

You don’t have to navigate it alone. Book a session with Family TLC today.

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160 Bradford Street
Barrie, ON
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Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 9pm
Sunday 9am - 9pm

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Family TLC Simcoe County is a group of therapists who help children, teenagers, adults, couples, parents, and families. Whether you need Family Therapy, Marriage Counselling, help with Separation and Divorce, Depression and Anxiety, Grief and Loss, and Addictions our specialist are here to assist you through counseling. We believe you are bigger than the problem and with our help, we are confident you change your direction. Give us a call: Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Appointments can be booked for Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 9:00 pm and Saturdays 9:00 am - 2:00 pm.