Client & Issues
Explore the comprehensive range of issues and diverse client demographics I compassionately address as a therapist.
Age Focus
- Adolescents / Teenagers (14 to 19)
- Adults
Client Gender
- Genderqueer/gender nonconforming, neither exclusively male nor female
- Transgender woman/trans woman
- Transgender man/trans man
- ...more
About Me
Discover detailed information about my educational background and professional experience below, providing insight into my practice as a therapist.
EDUCATION
MSW - Wilfrid Laurier University,
BAH - Psychology and Criminology - Carleton University,
EMDR Certified,
REBT - Advanced Practicum Albert Ellis Institute,
Trauma Certification - Hinks Dellcrest,
Rotman Institute Women in Leadership,
Postpartum Support International Perinatal Mental Health Certification,
Empty Cradle, Broken Heart : pregnancy and infant loss,
Acupuncture detoxification (NADA protocol),
CBT
PRACTICE
My career began with working in forensic mental health at an inpatient hospital unit then progressed to a primary care counselling role before opening my private practice.
My work has lead to Postpartum Support International perinatal mental health certification, co-facilitator of the After Baby support group for the Barrie area, member of the Regional Birthing Families working group and becoming a member of the RVH Foundation Cabinet.
Services
Here are my services; you can directly book a session to embark on your journey toward growth and healing now.
50-min Counselling Session
50 Minute therapy session focused on client goals as discussed with therapist. May meet in office (Barrie ON) or virtually through video platform.

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Resources
Explore a collection of my published resources below, curated to support your journey toward better mental health.
Amber Sperling
Understanding Trauma
Understanding what trauma means can help you to understand why you are not the same as you were before a difficult/adverse event ...