Leslie Burgess
B.A.Psych., RSSW, OCSWSSW Psychotherapist
Psychotherapy
Leslie is a Registered Member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, Psychotherapist in good standing and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Laurentian University.
For over 25 years, Leslie has been a dedicated advocate and therapist for individuals and families across the Muskoka, Parry Sound, and Haliburton areas. Her work is rooted in a deep understanding that every person has the capacity for healing and growth, and she feels honoured to walk alongside her clients on their unique journeys.
Leslie’s approach is warm, collaborative, and deeply respectful. She knows that reaching out for support can feel like a big step, and she is committed to creating a space to feel safe, heard, and understood,exactly as you are. Together, you will explore your story and build a path forward that honours your strengths and experiences.
Her practice is enriched by over two decades of experience in schools, mental health services, and wellness recovery centres. This broad background allows her to offer compassionate support to people at any age and stage of life, navigating a wide range of concerns, including:
- Anxiety, depression, and mood disorders
- Trauma, addiction, and bereavement
- Relationship and family dynamics
- Neurodiversity (including Autism, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, and Tourette Syndrome)
- Life transitions and the challenges of aging, including dementia
Leslie is certified in several evidence-based modalities, allowing her to tailor her approach to your specific needs. These include, Brainspotting (a powerful trauma therapy), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Play Therapy. She is also MoCA Certified for cognitive assessment.
Whether you are seeking support for yourself, your child, or your family, Leslie invites you to connect. She will meet you with compassion and professional expertise, working together to create a plan that feels right for you.
How It Started
Article 25 (1) Universal Declaration of Human Rights “Everyone has the right to a standard of living adequate for the health and well-being of themselves and of their family, including food, clothing, housing and medical care and necessary social services, and the right to security in the event of unemployment, sickness, disability, widowhood, old age or other lack of livelihood in circumstances beyond their control.” (UDHR, 1948)
Hopewithin began from a deep passion for holistic, patient-centered wellness. Recognizing the need for comprehensive care and compassion, I established this clinic to be a place where you can find the support and understanding you deserve.
The values statement of the Ontario Social Service Worker Association – we believe that access to social services are a universal human right. We believe in the intrinsic worth of all peoples. We are committed to advocating for change through our collective voice. We honour the principles of democracy and social justice, in effort of benefiting all of society. We believe in the promotion of excellence in Social Service Work, to enhance social services and the wellbeing of individuals, groups, families and communities.