Family Conflict Therapists in Grimsby, ON
Shereen Ishag
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Virtual psychotherapy across Ontario for teens (12+), adults, couples, and families. I work with clients experiencing relationship difficulties, emotional disconnection, anxiety, grief, and trauma-related concerns. I draw from emotion-focused and attachment-based perspectives, including EFCT-informed work, as well as other integrative approaches.
Grace Gao
Registered Social Worker
Grace is passionate about creating accessible and culturally responsive mental health support, particularly for individuals who may feel hesitant to seek formal counseling services. As a bilingual professional fluent in English and Mandarin, she values creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where clients feel heard and respected.
Siobhan McCarthy, MSW, RSW
Registered Individual and Family Therapist , Clinical Consultant
If you feel that you are not living your best life, your relationships are not what you hoped they would be, or the conflict in your life is not going away, perhaps it is time to talk to someone about it. Starting counselling is a brave first step and I will be there to support you through this process. Additionally, I provide supervision to Social Workers in Private Practice.
Rachelle Trudel, RP / PA, CCC - *Psychothérapeute bilingue*
Registered Psychotherapist / Psychothérapeute autorisée
Welcome! I support my clients in addressing the effects of their childhood wounds on their lives in order to improve their self-esteem and relationships. I use my knowledge in CBT, SFBT, attachment theory and mindfulness to support my clients in a collaborative, pragmatic, goal-oriented, compassionate and trauma-informed way. I look forward to meeting you!
Mahum Ahmed
Registered Social Worker
Struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or PTSD? You may feel overwhelmed or stuck and want deeper understanding—not just symptom relief. I offer compassionate, tailored therapy using evidence-based approaches like CBT. Together, we’ll build emotional regulation, stronger relationships, and a more fulfilling, empowered future.
Daniela Arrieta Galvan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I am passionate about helping people heal from soul wounds created by historical, collective and relational trauma. Many of my clients struggle to find a sense of self & identity, disconnection to themselves & others and childhood & intergenerational trauma. I help them make meaning of their experiences, process emotions, heal wounds and find their way back to themselves.
Sarah Flanagan
Registered Psychotherapist (RP)
Whether you're navigating the emotional complexities of infertility, struggling with self-worth, processing grief, feeling lost in a life transition, or disconnected in your relationships, you are not alone, and you don't have to go through it alone. I strive to create a collaborative, non-judgmental space where you can show up as you are and where we can make sense of things together.
Victoria Theodoris
Psychotherapist
Therapy is not just about techniques or sessions; it’s about the relationships, and that begins with a conversation. To make this step easier, I offer a free 20-minute consultation. You’ll have the chance to ask questions, share what feels comfortable, and receive a genuine sense of whether working together feels like the right path forward.
Cibelly Zedan
Registered Psychotherapist
Compassionate, bilingual psychotherapist offering virtual support for individuals (16+), couples, and families. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, stress, burnout, and relationship challenges. My integrative approach blends DBT, CBT, EFT, and somatic therapy to help you build resilience, deepen connection, and grow with confidence.
Stacey Sanderson
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Social Worker, Subject Matter Expert
I am Subject Matter Expert in complex, relational trauma, narcissism and high conflict divorce. If you are in a toxic relationship, I can help you navigate the process while learning the powerful boundaries and strategy you need to get to the next chapter in your life feeling confident and empowered. I will help you understand the attachment patterns that are keeping you stuck.
Joanna Czub
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I support women who have spent years caring for everyone else and now feel exhausted, guilty, disconnected from themselves or unsure who they are beyond their responsibilities. My work focuses on childhood and relational trauma, shame, people-pleasing, difficult family relationships, grief and the struggle to establish boundaries without feeling selfish.
Teodora Kostadinovska
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I am dedicated to supporting youth, adults, and couples who may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about their next steps in life. Reaching out for support can be a vulnerable and courageous decision, and my goal is to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and understood. Therapy is a journey, and I am here to offer a steady hand as you move toward growth and greater well-being.
Caitlin Kemmett
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I’m Caitlin, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) offering individual and couples therapy in Ottawa and virtually across Ontario. I support adults facing anxiety, burnout, ADHD, relationship challenges, and life transitions. My warm, collaborative approach blends CBT, ACT, and the Gottman Method to help you feel grounded, connected, and confident moving forward.
Julia Tran
Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist
My therapy focuses include anxiety/ stress/ burnout, developmental and intergenerational trauma and family/relationship dynamics. I have a particular passion for supporting individuals who want to explore the impacts that their childhood experiences may have on their present day lives.
Varshini Skantharajah
Registered Psychotherapist
Nikki Ward
Registered Psychotherapist
Therapist & Clinic Owner at Electric City Wellness Accepting new clients both In-Person in Peterborough & Virtually throughout Ontario! Offering FREE 20-minute consultations!
Cassandra Tennriello
Registered Psychotherapist
Hi! I'm a Registered Psychotherapist and Canadian Certified Counsellor with 11 years of experience. I walk alongside my clients as they heal, whether supporting emotional regulation, processing trauma, or navigating life transitions. I use an integrative approach, drawing from different theories, modalities, and approaches that fit their unique needs!
Sophia Wolsfeld
Registered Psychotherapist, CCC, RD
Hello! My name is Sophia. I am a trauma therapist who is passionate about supporting those looking to heal from past wounds that are impacting them in the now. Experiencing trauma does not have to hold you back.
Yasmin Ahmad
Registered Psychotherapist
Sisu Therapy offers virtual psychotherapy to adults across Ontario. A calm, collaborative space for anxiety, overwhelm, life transitions, and navigating cultural or family expectations, with care taken to move forward at a manageable pace.
Arianne Nicole Palmares
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Hi, I’m Arianne. I’m glad you’re here. I believe everyone deserves therapy access, regardless of background or identity. As a first-generation immigrant, I combine lived experience with clinical training to create a safe and brave space where you can be seen, heard, and take meaningful steps toward the life you want.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Family Conflict
What kinds of family conflict can therapy help with?
Family therapy addresses a wide spectrum of conflict: communication breakdowns between parents and children, sibling rivalry, disagreements about parenting or discipline, estrangement from adult family members, conflicts arising from major transitions (divorce, remarriage, blended families, illness, death), cultural or generational differences, and the lingering effects of unresolved family-of-origin issues. A therapist helps family members understand each other's perspectives and develop healthier ways of relating.
Does the whole family need to attend therapy together?
Not necessarily. While having all relevant family members present is often most effective, therapy can begin with whoever is willing to participate. Individual therapy can also address family conflict by helping one person change how they respond and communicate, which often shifts the family dynamic even without others in the room. Your therapist may start with individual or subset sessions and expand the group as trust and readiness develop.
What approaches are used in family conflict therapy?
Family Systems Therapy examines how family roles, rules, and patterns maintain conflict and seeks to shift the system as a whole. Structural Family Therapy focuses on boundaries and hierarchy within the family. Emotionally Focused Family Therapy addresses the attachment bonds underlying conflict. Narrative Therapy helps family members re-examine problem-saturated stories and find new perspectives. Many therapists draw on a combination of these approaches based on the family's specific dynamics.
Can family therapy help when one member refuses to attend?
Yes — meaningful change is possible even when not everyone participates. Individual therapy focused on family dynamics helps you understand your role in patterns, respond differently, and set clearer limits. Sometimes when one person changes, others follow. A therapist experienced in family work can help you navigate situations where a key family member is unwilling to engage, including estrangement and one-sided reconciliation efforts.
How long does family conflict therapy typically take?
Timeline depends on the nature and duration of the conflict, the number of people involved, and the goals. Focused family therapy for a specific issue — such as a parenting disagreement or communication breakdown — may produce meaningful change in 8–12 sessions. Long-standing or complex family dynamics, particularly those rooted in intergenerational patterns or trauma, often benefit from longer-term work. Your therapist will establish goals and review progress with your family throughout.