Psychotherapy & Counselling in Orillia, Ontario

Therapy is an opportunity to better understand yourself, strengthen resilience, and create lasting change through a holistic approach to healing.

Serving children, teenagers, adults, couples & families. Orillia, Ontario


Karen's Orillia office welcomes clients from Orillia, Oro-Medonte, Severn, Ramara, Washago, Coldwater, Gravenhurst, Bracebridge, Gravenhurst, Huntsville and Muskoka.

Therapy Sessions are available online, by phone or in person in Orillia, Ontario.

Psychotherapy & Counselling in Orillia & Barrie
Who We Help

Children, Teens & Adults, Couples & Families


Psychotherapy & Counselling in Orillia & Barrie
Topics May Include:
  • Anxiety & Stress
  • Depression & Mood
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Grief & Loss
  • Relationships & Couples
  • Life Transitions
  • ADHD & Emotional Regulation
  • Parenting & Family Dynamics
  • Self-Esteem & Personal Growth
  • Spirituality & Meaning


  • Karen Jay-Moore is a Registered Psychotherapist with more than 30 years of experience supporting children, teens, adults, couples and families through life's challenges.



  • Couples Session: Orillia, Ontario & Online



Psychotherapy & Counselling in Orillia & Barrie
Location

Online Across Ontario • In Person in Orillia & Barrie •

By Phone


Orillia: 14 Peter St. S, Orillia, Ontario. On-street parking using the Passport Application.


Barrie: 47 Worsley St, Barrie, Ontario. Free Parking

 



Psychotherapy & Counselling in Orillia & Barrie
Hours

Orillia:

  • M, T, W, Fr, 12:00 to 7:30 pm
  • Sat. 10:00 to 1:00 p.m.

Barrie:

  • Thurs: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm

Psychotherapy & Counselling in Orillia & Barrie
Fees
$170.00 for 55 min, no taxes

For Online sessions, you will join me on a secure link, in the comfort of your own home.

Cancellation Policy: Clients must provide 48 hours notice to cancel an appointment,

24 hours or less results in payment of fees . Online, In-person, by phone.

Memberships: College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, RP,

Ontario Assoc. of Mental Health Practitioners and Ontario College of Teachers

Healing honours the whole person.
Healing honours the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—while respecting your unique beliefs, values, and life experience.

Whether you choose to meet online or in person, therapy is about finding an approach—and a therapeutic relationship—that feels right for you.                                                         


Let's begin with a conversation. Call Karen


What is Psychotherapy?

An opportunity to explore our thoughts, behaviors, feelings with a qualified mental health professional in order to achieve a more satisfying life, better relationships, an understanding of self and others, and enhance communication. An Integrated approach means we fit the needs of the client. It is NOT a one size fits all approach.


The techniques while varied all serve the same purpose to develop a positive client/therapist relationship, to assess difficulties and provide opportunities to change the way we think, feel, behave, perceive the world and relate to those around us.



Why Do People Come to Therapy?

People seek therapy for many different reasons. Some are navigating anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, or major life transitions. Others want a safe place to understand themselves more deeply, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful change.
  • Safe Place For Self Expression

    Healing begins with feeling heard. Therapy provides a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences openly. Together, we'll create an environment where you feel safe to be yourself and supported as you move forward.

  • Build Confidence & Self-Worth

    Life experiences can shape how we see ourselves, but they do not define who we are. Together, we'll uncover your strengths, challenge self-limiting beliefs, and build greater confidence, self-compassion, and trust in your own abilities.

  • Develop Coping & Resiliency Skills

    Challenges are part of life, but suffering doesn't have to define it. You'll learn practical strategies to manage stress, regulate emotions, strengthen resilience, and navigate life's uncertainties with greater confidence and balance.

  • Reduce Anxiety, Stress & Depression

    When anxiety, stress, or depression begin to overshadow daily life, it can feel difficult to see a way forward. Together, we'll explore the underlying patterns, develop practical tools, and help you rediscover a greater sense of calm, hope, and possibility.

  • Strengthen Mental Health & Emotional Well-Being

    Therapy isn't only for times of crisis. It can also help you deepen self-awareness, strengthen emotional well-being, and create healthier patterns that support a more meaningful, balanced, and fulfilling life.

  • Navigate Grief & Loss

    Grief is a deeply personal journey with no single path or timeline. Whether you're grieving the loss of a loved one, a relationship, your health, or another significant life change, you'll find compassionate support as you honour your experience, discover meaning, and move forward in your own way.

  • Strengthen Relationships & Connections

    Therapy isn't only for times of crisis. It can also help you deepen self-awareness, strengthen emotional well-being, and create healthier patterns that support a more meaningful, balanced, and fulfilling life.

  • Create Lasting Change

    Meaningful change begins with understanding yourself differently. Together, we'll explore what's keeping you stuck, build on your strengths, and create practical strategies that support lasting growth. Healing isn't about becoming someone else—it's about reconnecting with your authentic self and creating a life that reflects your values and aspirations.


How Does it Work?

Beginning therapy can feel like a big step, and it's natural to have questions. That's why I offer a complimentary 15-minute consultation to discuss your needs, answer your questions, and help you decide whether we're the right fit.



Our first session is an opportunity to understand your story, explore your strengths and challenges, and clarify what you hope to achieve. From there, each session is tailored to your goals, drawing on evidence-informed and holistic approaches that best support your healing and growth.


An Integrative Approach


Every person is unique, so therapy should be too. Rather than following a one-size-fits-all model, I tailor each session to your needs, drawing on evidence-informed psychotherapy while honouring the whole person—body, mind, and spirit.

When Is Therapy Helpful?

People seek therapy for many reasons, including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, ADHD, caregiving, and major life transitions. You don't have to wait until you're in crisis. Therapy can help you gain clarity, build resilience, and create meaningful change at any stage of life


Healing begins when you decide you're worth investing in. Taking the first step is often the hardest part. Reaching out today could be the beginning of meaningful change.