Therapy, Counselling & Psychotherapy in Orillia
Bay View Therapy Centre offers professional psychotherapy in Orillia for individuals, couples, and families seeking support, healing, and personal growth. If you are looking for a therapist in Orillia, our team provides compassionate, evidence-based therapy in a safe and supportive environment.
Our welcoming office is located in downtown Orillia, offering a comfortable and private space for therapy sessions. The office is designed to feel calm, professional, and approachable, helping clients feel at ease while engaging in meaningful therapeutic work. Our central location makes it easy for clients in Orillia and surrounding communities to access in-person counselling and psychotherapy.
At Bay View Therapy Centre, we believe that healing begins with understanding, compassion, and genuine connection. Our therapists work collaboratively with each client, respecting your unique experiences and goals while supporting you through life’s challenges.
Whether you are seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, life transitions, or personal growth, our Orillia psychotherapists are here to walk alongside you.
Together, we can nurture well-being, build resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Evidence-based therapeutic approaches include:
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Arts-Based Therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Gottman Method Couples Therapy
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (MB-CBT)
Narrative Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT)
Serving Orillia & surrounding communities
Bay View Therapy Centre provides therapy and counselling in Orillia for clients in nearby communities including Severn, Oro-Medonte, Ramara, and Washago. Our downtown Orillia office offers a welcoming and private setting where individuals, couples, and families can access professional mental health support.
If you are looking for a therapist in Orillia or counselling services near you, our team is here to help.
Bay View Therapy Centre also offers in-person psychotherapy services in Barrie and virtual therapy across Ontario.
Meet our Orillia psychotherapists
Our Orillia therapists each bring unique training and specialties. You can learn more about each clinician below to find the best fit for your needs.
Ashley Dunn, MSW, RSW, EMDR Clinician
I am a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work degree and over 20 years of experience supporting adults, children, and youth. Throughout my career, I have helped clients navigate a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, trauma, PTSD, addictions and identity issues. I employ a strengths-based approach in my therapeutic practice, empowering clients to achieve their goals. I have advanced training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and a postgraduate degree specialization in Indigenous trauma and resiliency.
***Currently accepting new clients for for individual (adult, children & youth) therapy and EMDR Therapy.***
Bob Fehir, MSW, RSW
I am a Master’s-level Registered Social Worker with over 30 years of experience in the mental health field. My approach is rooted in a strengths-based perspective, helping individuals reconnect with their inner resilience and uncover the skills and abilities that may have been buried by life’s challenges.
I specialize in supporting clients dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma, including those who have experienced relationships marked by narcissistic abuse. I also work with individuals navigating addictions, using a harm-reduction approach that meets people where they are with compassion and respect. My style is warm, supportive, and practical. While I draw from a variety of therapeutic methods, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) serves as the foundation of my practice. I believe in creating a safe, respectful space where you feel heard, understood, and supported. Whether you’re facing a specific challenge or simply feeling stuck, I’m here to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
***Currently accepting new clients for individual (adult & youth) and couples therapy. Offering both in person & virtual sessions. Evening and daytime availability.***
Dakota Forman, Registered Psychotherapist, B.A. (Psych), M.A.C.P, Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology. My role is to collaborate with you to help you achieve your therapy goals. Whether you are hurting and in need of help to heal and rebuild; or you are looking to develop tools to help you get through life’s difficulties, I am passionate about working with you as a team to help you achieve those goals. I truly believe that within every person, there is a deep well of resilience and the answers for which you are looking. My job is to help you uncover them. With a Master of Counselling Psychology, and several other training certifications (including Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist, Gottman Methods Couples Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy training), I strive to provide a non-judgmental, empathic space to work toward your therapeutic goals.
***Currently accepting new clients for virtual individual (adults 18+) and virtual couples therapy in Orillia or in person sessions in Barrie. Evening and weekend availability.***
Zoe Robichaud, RSW, BSW, CYC, MSW Clinical Intern
I am a Master of Social Work (MSW) candidate with a Bachelor’s in Social Work and an Advanced Diploma in Child and Youth Care. I have experience supporting individuals and families in a variety of settings, including educational, residential, foster care, hospital, and day treatment programs.
My approach is relational, strengths-based, trauma-informed, and anti-oppressive. I value diversity and collaboration, and I prioritize compassion and flexibility to meet your unique needs and goals. As a donor-conceived person, I bring personal insight into issues of identity, belonging, and family complexity, which allows me to approach these topics with care and empathy.
I am passionate about making mental health care accessible and affordable. I strive to create a safe and supportive space where you feel seen and heard, and I work collaboratively with you toward healing and wellbeing. All of my services are provided under the supervision of a registered social worker, ensuring ethical, high-quality care.
Vanessa Angi, MSW, RSW, Clinical Traumatologist (TITC-CT)
I am a Master’s-level Registered Social Workerwith over a decade of experience supporting children, youth, and adults in the mental health field. My practice is rooted in a deep commitment to helping individuals reach their goals in ways that feel both meaningful and achievable. I support clients facing a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, and life transitions. My approach to therapy is flexible and client-centered, drawing from a range of evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. With specialized training in trauma-informed care, I strive to create a safe and supportive space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered—whether they are navigating everyday stressors or more complex life experiences. I believe therapy is a collaborative journey, and I’m here to walk alongside you—offering guidance, support, and tools to help you move toward the life you want to lead.
***Currently accepting new clients for individual (adult, children & youth) therapy. Offering both in person & virtual sessions.***
Client services team
Hanna Nawroth, BA (Psych.)
Outreach & Client Services Assistant (BSW Candidate)
I am a Bachelor of Social Work student in Lakehead University’s Honours Bachelor of Social Work program in Orillia, with a background in Psychology and Sociology. I am passionate about creating welcoming, inclusive spaces where clients feel supported and valued.
As an Outreach & Client Services Assistant at Bay View Therapy Centre, I assist with client care, help the team with administrative and organizational tasks, and contribute to outreach initiatives that connect the centre with the community. I enjoy being part of a collaborative environment where I can learn from experienced practitioners while helping clients and the team have a positive experience.
Outside of my placement, I find balance and inspiration in nature, reading, and cooking—activities that keep me grounded and energized in both my personal and professional life.
Nicole Braid, OCD, Office Administration (Health Services)
Outreach & Client Services Assistant (BSW Candidate)
I am a student at Laurentian University pursuing a Bachelor in Indigenous Social Work. I also hold an Ontario College Diploma in Office Administration- Health Services. I have a strong interest in connecting with others and supporting people in meaningful and respectful ways. In my role as Outreach & Client Services Assistant at Bay View Therapy Centre, I look forward to learning from the team, contributing to community outreach initiatives and supporting the administrative and clinical team as I continue to grow my skills in the mental health field.