Amber Sperling Social Work & Psychotherapy Services
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in your story? Begin your healing today.
Pregnancy, Postpartum & Trauma Therapy in Barrie, Orillia & Ontario
Therapy That Truly Understands Motherhood
Does any of this sound familiar?
You feel anxious, on edge, or emotionally exhausted
Small things suddenly feel overwhelming
You’re more irritable or disconnected in your relationship
You catch yourself crying for “no clear reason”
You feel lonely — even when you’re not alone
You keep thinking, “I should be okay… so why am I not?”
You can read more about this common — and treatable — experience here.
If so, you’re in the right place.
At Amber Sperling Social Work and Psychotherapy Services, we specialize in supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, parenting, and other major life transitions (including perimenopause).
Our work is trauma-informed, evidence-based, and deeply human. We focus on helping you calm your nervous system, process what you’ve been carrying, and reconnect with yourself — not by pushing through, but by understanding what your mind and body need to feel safe again.
Many clients arrive feeling overwhelmed or disconnected.
Over time, they leave feeling more grounded, confident, and steady in their lives and relationships.
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Life doesn’t have to stay this way.
Support can help — and starting doesn’t mean committing to anything long-term.
We offer free consultations with our therapists so you can ask questions, share what’s been going on, and decide what feels right for you.
Book a free consultation
Our Services
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Individual Psychotherapy
Personalized Care. Real Healing.
One-to-one therapy for stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma across all stages of life. Our team offers specialized support for pregnancy, postpartum, grief, and trauma using evidence-based, mind-body approaches, including EMDR.
Includes:
Pregnancy & postpartum therapy | EMDR | Adult therapy | Child & youth therapy | Parent coaching | Pregnancy & infant loss grief support -
Couples Therapy
Reconnect. Communicate. Heal.
Support for couples looking to improve communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen emotional connection in a safe, trauma-informed space. Includes specialized care for pregnancy and infant loss.
Ideal for:
Couples seeking better communication, deeper connection, or support after loss.Available in Barrie & virtually across Ontario.
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Community Engagement
Connect. Learn. Grow Together.
We offer workshops, support groups, and professional training focused on mental health, perinatal care, and women’s health. Whether you’re seeking community connection or advanced education for your team, we create meaningful, practical learning experiences.
Ideal for:
Community groups, workplaces, caregivers, and healthcare teams. -
Clinical Supervision
Clinical supervision for Registered Social Workers for case consultation, use of self and vicarious trauma prevention. Spaces for supervision and EMDR Consultant-in-Training hours available.
Therapy for Moms Who Are Carrying Too Much—Mentally, Emotionally, and Invisibly.
All of our therapists are highly trained to provide pregnancy, postpartum and trauma informed psychotherapy using both mind & body to relieve distress.
Our therapists know how it feels to be overwhelmed and we are here to help you build your umbrella to weather the storm using trauma-focused EMDR, REBT, IFS, CPT, DBT and other therapies.
Our clients walk away from therapy feeling more confident, thriving as parents and professionals, and with stronger relationships; you can be less anxious about life and have the motivation to live the life you want to live.
It is common for new parents to experience mood and anxiety changes through the parenting journey. Many people question, “am I a good enough mom” or “what am I doing wrong to feel this way”. Perhaps you struggle to sleep, are irritable or cry without knowing why. Social workers in our practice are Perinatal Mental Health Certified with training in many therapy options to meet your needs.
In Person Therapy
Appointments are available in the privacy of your own home through secure video anywhere in Ontario or in our offices located in downtown Barrie and Orillia, ON.
If your childcare is not an option, there is no need to cancel - We understand that you may have your baby with you, and that is OK.
We also offer “Mind and Movement” therapy options. Ask about meeting to walk and talk in nature.
Prefer in person sessions? Meet with us face to face at:
80 Bradford Street, WW15 in the Barrie by the Bay building
(downtown Barrie where parking is free in the yellow spots).
Find our office in the “West Wing” through door 5 then walk to the end of the hall into the West Wing, we are in Suite WW15
Also now serving Orillia at 20 West S, inside Orillia Perinatal Massage
Providing You With A Safe Space to Heal
Get Started Today
You don’t have to feel irritable and overwhelmed. You can feel more in control of your life.
Get in touch today by email, phone or online booking link. We will answer any questions you have in a free consultation via phone or video.
We’ll make sure we’re a good fit for you.
Spend 50 minutes with your therapist to unpack the challenges you’re facing. Together, we’ll help you feel more grounded and confident in all your roles—whether it’s as a mom, partner, or professional. You’ll build tools to navigate life’s demands and feel more connected to the people who matter most.
Therapy helps ease distress, making daily tasks feel more manageable. You may sleep better, communicate more confidently, and strengthen your relationships, leaving you better equipped to handle life’s challenges.
Ready to be the main character in this next chapter of your life?
