Building Resilient Kids & Stronger Families

Child Youth and Family Mental Health Services in Hamilton, Ontario

Building Resilient Kids & Stronger Families

Child Youth and Family Mental Health Services in Hamilton, Ontario

Our Services

Individual
Therapy

Parent
Support

Family
Counselling

Group
Therapy

Acorn Counselling -Parent/Child Counselling. Two stick figures guarding a child in the shape of a house.

Parent/Child
Counselling

Acorn Counselling Couples Counselling. Two stick figures holding hands.

Couples
Counselling

Our Team

IFS therapist

Anna Raworth, MSW RSW

Director, Child & Family Therapist

Anna helps kids, teens, and families learn to be more confident, grow healthy connections, and feel happier and in charge of their mental health. Anna is the Executive Director at Acorn Counselling.

child therapist

Marsha Kooiman, MSW RSW

Child & Family Therapist

Marsha believes in creating  a safe space for children, adolescents, and parents to explore meaningful solutions to address their needs and goals.

ERP OCD counselling

Jaclyn Cronin, MSW RSW

Mental Health Counsellor

Jaclyn helps teens manage their emotional ups and downs, understand their experiences, and reconnect with their loved ones. She makes strong connections with her clients and helps them overcome their challenges.

Our Approach

Acorns are a metaphor for the infinite potential and strength within each of us. We will help you draw out that power to make meaningful and lasting change.

Our Services

We offer in office, in home, and e-therapy for individuals, families, and groups. We specialize in providing counselling and psychotherapy for children, youth and their families.

Resources

self regulation tools for kids

Rolling Toward Resilience

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What is EMDR Therapy?

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Resources

self regulation tools for kids

Rolling Toward Resilience

Rolling Toward Resilience: How Longboarding Can Support Your Child’s Mental Health It might surprise you, but something as simple as riding a board with wheels

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Our Clinic

Two locations in Hamilton, and virtual services across Ontario. Get in touch now to schedule a Free 20-Minute Consultation. We have flexible appointment times, including evenings and weekends. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Free Mini E-Course for Parents of Anxious Kids

We know it can be hard as a parent to know if your child is having issues with anxiety. In this 5-part series, we uncover ways you can help your child and family members ease worry and increase confidence.