Women's Issues Therapists in Bradford, ON
Kimberly Lee-Louis
Counselor, RSW
Registered Social Worker offering integrative, culturally responsive therapy that considers identity, family systems, and broader social and institutional influences. I support clients navigating stress, burnout, and intergenerational patterns using CBT and strengths-based approaches to foster self-awareness, emotional balance, and more aligned ways of living.
Emma Krisko
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Welcome! I know it can be overwhelming trying to find the right therapist, and with so many options, where do you start? I believe in the importance of the therapeutic relationship, so let me introduce myself. I work with couples who are either experiencing a difficult period in their relationship, are anticipating significant life changes, or are simply looking to build greater communication ski…
Carolyn Holmes
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Offering affordable virtual sessions for infertility, ADHD, PMDD, grief/loss, stress, anxiety, and depression. Trained in DBT, CBT, humanistic/client led, solution focused, narrative therapy approaches. A warm, open counsellor to help with immediate availability.
Ashley Toogood
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, BA (she, her)
I enjoy holding space for my clients and engaging in individual therapy sessions with people aged 14+ of all genders and sexualities. I offer a place for individuals to discuss their emotions and grow from surviving to thriving. I take pride in walking with you down whatever path you are on. I have particular experience in working with stress, anxiety, and burnout, offering a listening ear.
Victoria Brassard-Monahan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with a Master of Counselling Psychology and an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (with Distinction). I am currently practising psychotherapy under the supervision of Kim Lawrence (BScH, MSW, RSW). I work best with folks seeking counselling for anxiety, ADHD support, burnout, grief, childhood trauma, PTSD, and relationship issues.
Michelle Strazzeri
MSW, RSW, Psychotherapist
MSW, RSW, Psychotherapist 15 years experience,
Jialin (Sherry) Yang
Intern Associate Therapist
Hi there! I'm Jialin Yang, or you can call me Sherry! An Associate Therapist offering low-cost virtual counselling services cross-Canada under the supervision, I support youth and adults navigating challenges such as anxiety, stress, identity struggles, and perfectionism.
Christine McCarthy
Registered Psychotherapist-Qualifying, MACP, MScEd, R.N.MH.
As a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), I offer compassionate support emphasizing resilience. My background in Healthcare, Education, and life transitions helps clients navigate change and growth. I use person-centered methods like compassion-focused therapy, mindfulness, CBT, and more, tailoring approaches to individual needs. Contact me to start your healing journey.
Sydney Tricand
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Are you navigating the tender seasons of family building, pregnancy, postpartum, or early parenthood? You might feel overwhelmed, unlike yourself, or wonder if you’re experiencing postpartum anxiety or depression. A tough birth, NICU stay, feeding issues, or grief may have shaken your sense of self, body, or relationships. Are you hoping to feel more seen and understood in this vulnerable time?
Connie Coda
Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, Certified Nurse Psychotherapist
Connie is a Registered Nurse Psychotherapist and Certified Nurse Psychotherapist offering virtual therapy to individuals aged 16 and up across Ontario. She supports clients coping with chronic illness, anxiety, grief (including pet loss), stress, and life transitions, using a compassionate and collaborative approach.
Monika Georgieva
Registered Psychotherapist
Monika has over 5 years of experience providing psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and families, along with several years working in community support services for older adults and caregivers. She also has a background in health promotion and wellness education. Monika holds a Master of Science in Couple and Family Therapy.
Marcie Richardson
Registered Social Worker
With over 20 years of experience supporting individuals, couples and families struggling with mental health, addictions and trauma related issues.
Justine Nowosiadly
Registered Psychotherapist
Do you struggle with worrying that you are inadequate? Perhaps you have noticed that you have been engaging in people-pleasing behaviours for as long as you can remember. Maybe your relationships have felt one-sided, and unfulfilling as a result since your needs are often put on the back-burner. I wonder if you are tired of constantly comparing yourself to others highlight reels, and worrying tha…
Caroline D Souza
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with over six years of experience supporting individuals across hospital, school, community, and outpatient mental health settings. I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can slow down, feel genuinely heard, and explore your experiences without judgment.
Carla Barbosa
Registered Social Worker
I’m a bilingual psychotherapist (English | Portuguese) offering LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent-affirming therapy for adults navigating autism, ADHD, burnout, and identity exploration. I integrate compassion, cultural awareness, and evidence-based care to help clients feel seen and empowered across life’s transitions.
Lisa Dolson
Registered Psychotherapist
Lisa understands that life’s challenges can feel overwhelming — and that reaching out for support is a meaningful first step. Whether you're feeling stuck, exhausted, or seeking greater clarity and balance, she provides a compassionate and grounded space where healing and growth can begin. If you're ready to explore what’s possible, Lisa welcomes you to connect and begin your journey forward.
Lylla Goheen
Registered Psychotherapist RP (Qualifying), Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC)
Do you and your partner speak different languages? Whether it’s the silence of a "roommate phase," sexual dysfunction, or the weight of chronic illness, you don't have to navigate it alone. I provide inclusive Sex Therapy, Gottman Couples Counselling, and Chronic Pain support in Etobicoke & Toronto. My practice is judgment-free and not "one-size-fits-all." Let's start your new era.
Erin Gilmour
Registered Psychotherapist, Certified Canadian Addiction Counsellor
I offer depth-oriented therapy to help you understand the why behind your struggles—not just manage symptoms. Together, we explore patterns, emotions, and protective parts to support lasting change, self-trust, and meaningful relief. This is a space for curiosity, compassion, and true transformation.
Laila Crawford
Registered Psychotherapist
Shraddha Shukla
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
A multi-cultural therapist offering sessions in English, Hindi, and Gujarati, focusing on help for anxiety, ASD/autism, ADHD, PMDD, anger issues, life transitions, and new to Canadian challenges.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Women's Issues
What does "women's issues" mean in a therapy context?
Therapy for women's issues addresses the mental health challenges and life experiences that are particularly relevant to women's lives — including reproductive health (pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, fertility), body image, trauma and sexual violence, relationship and caregiving roles, workplace gender dynamics, identity across life stages, and the intersection of gender with race, culture, and sexuality. These are not "smaller" issues — they reflect real experiences shaped by both biology and social context.
When should a woman consider seeing a therapist who specializes in women's issues?
A women's issues specialist may be particularly valuable when you are navigating postpartum depression or anxiety, perimenopause or menopause, infertility grief, sexual trauma, body image or eating concerns, the mental load of caregiving, gender-based workplace stress, or a life transition tied to gender and identity. Many women also simply feel more comfortable processing certain experiences with a therapist who they feel will understand the gendered dimensions of their lives without needing to explain the context.
What is feminist therapy and how is it relevant to women?
Feminist therapy is an approach that explicitly considers the impact of gender, power, and social context on mental health. It challenges traditional therapy models that may pathologize responses to structural inequity and instead validates women's experiences as shaped partly by the social environment they live in. Feminist therapy promotes empowerment, authentic voice, and equality within the therapeutic relationship. It is relevant for any woman — not only those who identify as feminist.
How does postpartum depression differ from "baby blues"?
Baby blues — mild mood fluctuations, tearfulness, and fatigue in the first week or two after birth — affect up to 80% of new mothers and typically resolve on their own. Postpartum depression is more persistent, intense, and disabling, lasting beyond two weeks and significantly interfering with the ability to care for the baby or oneself. It affects approximately 10–20% of Canadian new mothers and is highly treatable with therapy, support, and sometimes medication. Postpartum anxiety, OCD, and psychosis are also recognized postpartum conditions.
Do I need to identify with a specific political or social viewpoint to benefit from women's therapy?
Not at all. Therapy for women's issues is simply therapy that acknowledges the specific experiences, pressures, and life events that are particularly relevant to women — it is not ideologically prescriptive. Women of any political view, cultural background, or religious tradition benefit from a therapist who understands these dimensions. What matters most is that you feel seen, understood, and supported in the context of your actual life.