Andreia Barreiro
Hello and welcome! I’m Andreia Barreiro, founder and owner of Plus Psychotherapy.
I’m passionate about journeying with people and living life to the full.
I believe that every single human being, regardless of their faith, behaviour, ethnic background, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, is created in God’s image. I believe in the intrinsic value of every person, and that everyone is worthy of love, kindness and respect.
When I was younger, I was exposed to the teachings of Jesus Christ through the Christian church. Since then, I continue to experience grace in a way that is difficult to put into words. I keep learning that, in spite of all my shortcomings and mistakes, I am deeply loved and deeply known. This awareness stems from a relationship with the living God, releases me to be fully myself and to share that experience with those around me.
Like most people, I am no stranger to fear and worry. My personal experience as a third culture individual, an immigrant and an entrepreneur gives me a keen perspective on the issues that may be impacting you today. If you’re struggling with these or other vulnerable emotions, let me assure you, you are not alone.
In my experience, the tenacity to not be defined by fear, and the courage to move forward with it, are two crucial tools to overcome life’s challenges. It’s a difficult and extremely rewarding process. Dr. Susan David said it best, “Discomfort is the price of admission to a meaningful life.” My ultimate desire for you is that you can live life to the fullest, even though aligning your behaviour with your goals and values may be a tough process. My hope is that, in spite of the discomfort, you get to experience a life of deep joy, love, and peace.
Credentials
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Master of Divinity (MDiv) in Clinical Counselling from Tyndale Seminary
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Psychology from ISCTE – University Institute of Lisbon
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Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario - Registration # 007681
Member of the Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals - Member ID 5740-G
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Adult Attachment Interview Institute, Howard Steele and Miriam Steele, Center for Attachment Research, The New School, July - August 2025
Certificate in attachment-focused adult psychotherapy: advanced course, Annette Kussin, SickKids CCMH Learning Institute, November - December 2024
Level 2 Gottman Method Couples Therapy, The Gottman Institute, in progress
Level 1 Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Chris Cambas, Couple Strong, John and Julie Gottman, The Gottman Institute, March 2024
Sessions Live 2023: Conflict and Restlessness in Modern Love, Esther Perel and colleagues, November 2023
Polyvagal-Informed Treatment for Trauma, Anxiety, Depression & More, Deb Dana, Mission: Empowerment, May 2023
Sessions Live 2022: Inside the Office of Esther Perel, Esther Perel and colleagues, November 2022
Becoming an Adult Attachment-Focused Therapist, Annette Kussin, SickKids CCMH Learning Institute, September 2021
Polyvagal Theory and Trauma Treatment, Sarah Schlote, Wilfrid Laurier University, September 2020
Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicide (CAMS), American Association of Suicidology, May 2020
Enneagram Certificate program, Sue Guttenstein and Cynthia Stevens, September 2019 - January 2020
Foundations of Trauma and Trauma Therapy, Wilfrid Laurier University, March 2019
Motivational Interviewing, Alexandra Andric, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), March 2019
Fundamentals of Addiction, Dr. Peter Selby and Rosa Dragonetti, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), March 2019
Focusing Level I Seminar, Sheila Stevens, Tyndale Counselling Services, February 2016