Therapists in Hamilton, ON
Brittani Ali
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8H
Now welcoming new clients (offering in person, virtual, evening/ weekends, pay what you can & sliding scale options). We prioritize a compassionate, judgment free space. We offer a client-centred, trauma-focused & attachment-based approach to supporting mental and relational health. We believe that we all come to therapy with complex experiences that often connect and impact us, therefore, our approach will always honour your story and how the parts of it weave together. Britt has gained experience supporting individuals & families over the last 10 years working in the social services field. Britt also provides some supervision.
Now welcoming new clients (offering in person, virtual, evening/ weekends, pay what you can & sliding scale options). We prioritize a compassionate, judgment free space. We offer a client-centred, trauma-focused & attachment-based approach to supporting mental and relational health. We believe that we all come to therapy with complex experiences that often connect and impact us, therefore, our approach will always honour your story and how the parts of it weave together. Britt has gained experience supporting individuals & families over the last 10 years working in the social services field. Britt also provides some supervision.
Shawn Groen
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9B
I specialize in two main areas: first, in attachment-based treatment, working extensively with individuals, couples and families using Emotionally Focus Therapy( EFT), an evidence-based treatment for relationship concerns; and second, I specialize in treatment and support for pastors, clergy and church leaders.
I specialize in treating mental health and relationship issues for individuals, couples, families, and church leaders. If you feel discouraged and disoriented in your relationships, mental health or faith life, breathe easy knowing that you don't have to struggle alone, and together we can make a roadmap to healing together. If any of the following concerns are familiar, you've found the right place: relationship issues, church hurt, anxiety/panic, trauma and/or abuse, stress or burnout, low self-worth, guilt and shame, life and family transitions, spiritual or existential questions, and pornography addictions.
I specialize in two main areas: first, in attachment-based treatment, working extensively with individuals, couples and families using Emotionally Focus Therapy( EFT), an evidence-based treatment for relationship concerns; and second, I specialize in treatment and support for pastors, clergy and church leaders.
I specialize in treating mental health and relationship issues for individuals, couples, families, and church leaders. If you feel discouraged and disoriented in your relationships, mental health or faith life, breathe easy knowing that you don't have to struggle alone, and together we can make a roadmap to healing together. If any of the following concerns are familiar, you've found the right place: relationship issues, church hurt, anxiety/panic, trauma and/or abuse, stress or burnout, low self-worth, guilt and shame, life and family transitions, spiritual or existential questions, and pornography addictions.
Katelyn Murphy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8S (Online Only)
In partnership we will explore your experiences and build a personalized care approach that is tailored to your individual needs. My care work aims at establishing a collaborative and safe(r) therapeutic space together, while disrupting and undermining the various oppressive systems that impact our collective and individual wellness experiences. Regardless of whatever issue is affecting your wellbeing, whether it be grief, disordered eating, relationship breakdowns, social isolation, anxiety, depression, trauma, or burnout, I am here to support you in creating routes to comfort and positive change.
In partnership we will explore your experiences and build a personalized care approach that is tailored to your individual needs. My care work aims at establishing a collaborative and safe(r) therapeutic space together, while disrupting and undermining the various oppressive systems that impact our collective and individual wellness experiences. Regardless of whatever issue is affecting your wellbeing, whether it be grief, disordered eating, relationship breakdowns, social isolation, anxiety, depression, trauma, or burnout, I am here to support you in creating routes to comfort and positive change.
ASR Counselling and Psychotherapy, EMDR Certified
Registered Social Worker, HonBA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8E
Attachment-based, healing wounded parts of self and EMDR therapy, help to not only establish trust, but also foster permanent healing by addressing emotional pain, its impact on your body and connection to your thoughts.
Silenced, invisible, unloved – A story written about you. It haunts you, and you feel it seeping into your everyday. You want to change, but you're not sure how. There’s a part of you that feels like you’re not living up to your full potential, yet another part that feels hopeless. Together, we will liberate you from this story to create a new chapter: one that helps you live up to your full potential, a life in which you feel deserving of being heard, seen and loved.
Attachment-based, healing wounded parts of self and EMDR therapy, help to not only establish trust, but also foster permanent healing by addressing emotional pain, its impact on your body and connection to your thoughts.
Silenced, invisible, unloved – A story written about you. It haunts you, and you feel it seeping into your everyday. You want to change, but you're not sure how. There’s a part of you that feels like you’re not living up to your full potential, yet another part that feels hopeless. Together, we will liberate you from this story to create a new chapter: one that helps you live up to your full potential, a life in which you feel deserving of being heard, seen and loved.
Victoria Zimmerman
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8G
I work from an attachment-based model, and I practice with a trauma-informed lens.
Hello, I am so glad you are here! I am extremely passionate about meeting people where they are, and offering a safe space to process and unpack all that life has thrown their way. I have worked in the field of Social Work for over 8+ years, and have diverse experience supporting children, individuals, couples and families navigate complex situations and difficult life transitions. I specialize in working with individuals and families that have a loved one(s) with complex mental health concerns and addictions, and those who are struggling to set boundaries, and navigate our health care system. I also provide bereavement support.
I work from an attachment-based model, and I practice with a trauma-informed lens.
Hello, I am so glad you are here! I am extremely passionate about meeting people where they are, and offering a safe space to process and unpack all that life has thrown their way. I have worked in the field of Social Work for over 8+ years, and have diverse experience supporting children, individuals, couples and families navigate complex situations and difficult life transitions. I specialize in working with individuals and families that have a loved one(s) with complex mental health concerns and addictions, and those who are struggling to set boundaries, and navigate our health care system. I also provide bereavement support.
Glen Watkinson
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8P (Online Only)
My approach uses an attachment-based, trauma-informed framework, meaning my work is often experiential, and emotionally and relationally focused.
I believe that vitality and the chance to flourish happens when it’s safe enough to honestly be yourself. I consider it a privilege to accompany people through their pain, coping, self-discovery, healing, transformation, and joy. For the last 15 years, I have served in my community's and social services field, working alongside people living through trauma, substance use and addictions, poverty, mental health dual-diagnoses, developmental disabilities, and criminality.
My approach uses an attachment-based, trauma-informed framework, meaning my work is often experiential, and emotionally and relationally focused.
I believe that vitality and the chance to flourish happens when it’s safe enough to honestly be yourself. I consider it a privilege to accompany people through their pain, coping, self-discovery, healing, transformation, and joy. For the last 15 years, I have served in my community's and social services field, working alongside people living through trauma, substance use and addictions, poverty, mental health dual-diagnoses, developmental disabilities, and criminality.
Chloe Hull
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9C
I provide trauma-informed psychotherapy with an attachment-based approach.
Are you facing anxiety, perfectionism, negative self talk, and caught up in overthinking? Maybe you're seeking clarity in setting boundaries, navigating complex relationship dynamics, and longing to enhance self-love and acceptance? You're on a journey to ease distress, nurture healthier connections, and foster personal growth so that you can break free from self doubt and unhealthy patterns. Understanding and healing from past attachment wounds feels crucial for making empowered choices, fostering personal growth, and your steps towards genuine and authentic fulfillment.
I provide trauma-informed psychotherapy with an attachment-based approach.
Are you facing anxiety, perfectionism, negative self talk, and caught up in overthinking? Maybe you're seeking clarity in setting boundaries, navigating complex relationship dynamics, and longing to enhance self-love and acceptance? You're on a journey to ease distress, nurture healthier connections, and foster personal growth so that you can break free from self doubt and unhealthy patterns. Understanding and healing from past attachment wounds feels crucial for making empowered choices, fostering personal growth, and your steps towards genuine and authentic fulfillment.
Eli McCay
Registered Social Worker, RSW, CCTP-II, CMIP, CNWC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8P
I am a genuine and lighthearted therapist with a passion for helping others see their potential for healing. I have spent my career working to create welcoming, collaborative, client-led therapeutic spaces. I deeply understand that we are all trying to care for ourselves the best we can in each moment, and believe that challenges can lead to incredible self compassion, transformation and joy. As a person with a long history of chronic health issues, I respect the effort it takes to journey towards deeper self-knowledge, growth and healing, and know there are unlimited ways to live a vibrant, meaningful life.
I am a genuine and lighthearted therapist with a passion for helping others see their potential for healing. I have spent my career working to create welcoming, collaborative, client-led therapeutic spaces. I deeply understand that we are all trying to care for ourselves the best we can in each moment, and believe that challenges can lead to incredible self compassion, transformation and joy. As a person with a long history of chronic health issues, I respect the effort it takes to journey towards deeper self-knowledge, growth and healing, and know there are unlimited ways to live a vibrant, meaningful life.
Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8K (Online Only)
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
Chantal Gray
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8W (Online Only)
Are you facing the challenges of setting boundaries, dealing with work-related or school stress, navigating anxiety, or coping with trauma and grief that impact your daily life? You don't have to face these struggles alone. I'm here to support you at any stage of your life journey. I bring a holistic and culturally responsive approach to therapy, tailored to meet the unique needs of children, youth, adults, and families. My practice is firmly rooted in the belief that everyone possesses inherent strengths that can be harnessed for healing and growth.
Are you facing the challenges of setting boundaries, dealing with work-related or school stress, navigating anxiety, or coping with trauma and grief that impact your daily life? You don't have to face these struggles alone. I'm here to support you at any stage of your life journey. I bring a holistic and culturally responsive approach to therapy, tailored to meet the unique needs of children, youth, adults, and families. My practice is firmly rooted in the belief that everyone possesses inherent strengths that can be harnessed for healing and growth.
Rob Pepper- Perfectionism, Anxiety, Depression
Registered Psychotherapist, BEd, MACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8P (Online Only)
Do you feel stuck and disconnected from yourself, other people, and the outside world? Are you in a cycle of distancing yourself from your own life, and suffering from nightmares and bad dreams? I help people un-blend from perfectionist tendencies, manage anxiety, work through depressive symptoms, and work on narcissistic traits. The work I do with clients is a 'deep-dive' into longstanding patterns to help resolve unnecessary suffering for a better life to be lived.
Do you feel stuck and disconnected from yourself, other people, and the outside world? Are you in a cycle of distancing yourself from your own life, and suffering from nightmares and bad dreams? I help people un-blend from perfectionist tendencies, manage anxiety, work through depressive symptoms, and work on narcissistic traits. The work I do with clients is a 'deep-dive' into longstanding patterns to help resolve unnecessary suffering for a better life to be lived.
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Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8R
Struggling with motivation or finding it hard to tackle tasks? Ever feel like your best just isn't cutting it? Maybe you're dealing with overwhelming emotions, irritability, or impulsivity. Comparing yourself to others might be bringing on shame, making it even tougher to put your best foot forward. Navigating through the challenges of ADHD, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or relationship issues can leave you feeling stuck, not knowing how to move forward. But you've taken a crucial step, and I'm genuinely glad you've landed here.
Struggling with motivation or finding it hard to tackle tasks? Ever feel like your best just isn't cutting it? Maybe you're dealing with overwhelming emotions, irritability, or impulsivity. Comparing yourself to others might be bringing on shame, making it even tougher to put your best foot forward. Navigating through the challenges of ADHD, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or relationship issues can leave you feeling stuck, not knowing how to move forward. But you've taken a crucial step, and I'm genuinely glad you've landed here.
Child and Family Pathways
Registered Psychotherapist, CYW, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9C (Online Only)
Accepting new virtual clients! Devin from Child and Family Pathways has over 20 years of success and experience working with school age children, parents and teens. Devin also works with young adults 18-21 who may need support transitioning into adulthood. She is comfortable working along side parents, teachers and health care teams with the intent to best support the needs of the client. Specialization's in Trauma and Attachment work, DBT, CBT and some EFT. As well as parent coaching to support behaviours related too; ADHD, ODD, ASD, Anxiety and OCD. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions you might have.
Accepting new virtual clients! Devin from Child and Family Pathways has over 20 years of success and experience working with school age children, parents and teens. Devin also works with young adults 18-21 who may need support transitioning into adulthood. She is comfortable working along side parents, teachers and health care teams with the intent to best support the needs of the client. Specialization's in Trauma and Attachment work, DBT, CBT and some EFT. As well as parent coaching to support behaviours related too; ADHD, ODD, ASD, Anxiety and OCD. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions you might have.
Acorn Counselling -Child Youth Family Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CYC-P
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9C
Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety or depression? Feeling worried and overthinking seemingly ordinary situations, or feeling unmotivated and having a hard time getting involved in daily activities? We are here to help! If you’re noticing low self-esteem, poor confidence, trouble focusing, mood swings, or have concern for your or your young person’s mental health, we'd love to connect with you.
Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety or depression? Feeling worried and overthinking seemingly ordinary situations, or feeling unmotivated and having a hard time getting involved in daily activities? We are here to help! If you’re noticing low self-esteem, poor confidence, trouble focusing, mood swings, or have concern for your or your young person’s mental health, we'd love to connect with you.
Rachel Wilson
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8W
With the ups and downs of life sometimes we fall off-track and need a bit of help getting back up. Whether we get stuck in a funk, experience the pain of loss, or life transitions just seem too much. I’m here to meet you where you are and together cultivate a safe space where you can feel seen and heard.
With the ups and downs of life sometimes we fall off-track and need a bit of help getting back up. Whether we get stuck in a funk, experience the pain of loss, or life transitions just seem too much. I’m here to meet you where you are and together cultivate a safe space where you can feel seen and heard.
Jacqueline Sarah Robertson
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, LMFT, RPQ, PATP, EMDR
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L9B (Online Only)
Change is within reach. Do you find yourself battling burnout, anxiety, or depression? Are you feeling trapped or besieged by overwhelming emotions? If you're yearning for a shift in your life, CHANGE is possible. I specialize in guiding individuals through transformative journeys, helping them break free from limiting patterns and heal past wounds that hinder their path to fulfillment. In my therapy sessions, you'll find a safe haven—a space free of judgment and filled with compassion. Together, we'll unravel the layers of your being, unearth hidden truths, and cultivate new coping mechanisms. Your authentic self awaits you.
Change is within reach. Do you find yourself battling burnout, anxiety, or depression? Are you feeling trapped or besieged by overwhelming emotions? If you're yearning for a shift in your life, CHANGE is possible. I specialize in guiding individuals through transformative journeys, helping them break free from limiting patterns and heal past wounds that hinder their path to fulfillment. In my therapy sessions, you'll find a safe haven—a space free of judgment and filled with compassion. Together, we'll unravel the layers of your being, unearth hidden truths, and cultivate new coping mechanisms. Your authentic self awaits you.
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Are you an adult who is looking for professional support for happiness ? Are you someone who is looking for ways to help yourself cope better and maybe even thrive ; despite past difficulties ? Are you highly motivated ? While we cannot make you choose happiness , we can support you in making more skillful choices. Our Stress Reduction Clinic will support you in developing self awareness, self compassion & self confidence.
Maryam Rostami
Registered Social Worker, MSW RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8V
If you are struggling to cope with challenges that people don’t understand or can’t be fixed or changed and you tried lots of therapy and modality and are still struggling, this may be helpful for you. I am a clinical social worker and believe that therapy is a gradual journey that brings growth, held within the safety container of the therapist and client. I treat depression, general and social anxiety, panic disorder and OCD and I am specialized in treating Trauma, loss, abuse, sexual assault, and C-PTSD symptoms.
If you are struggling to cope with challenges that people don’t understand or can’t be fixed or changed and you tried lots of therapy and modality and are still struggling, this may be helpful for you. I am a clinical social worker and believe that therapy is a gradual journey that brings growth, held within the safety container of the therapist and client. I treat depression, general and social anxiety, panic disorder and OCD and I am specialized in treating Trauma, loss, abuse, sexual assault, and C-PTSD symptoms.
Sarah Stockall
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9H
Do you suffer with chronic pain or illness that leaves you feeling broken, hopeless, and disconnected? This disconnection can show up in our relationships with others, but also in the most important relationship – the one with ourselves. Trauma and toxic relationships can manifest as anxiety, stress, and low mood, but can also show up physically. Perhaps you are overwhelmed with feeling these things, but you are ready to make a change. I am here to help you get to the root of your suffering and live a life that is aligned with your values. Let’s work together to reconnect you with yourself and rediscover a more meaningful life!
Do you suffer with chronic pain or illness that leaves you feeling broken, hopeless, and disconnected? This disconnection can show up in our relationships with others, but also in the most important relationship – the one with ourselves. Trauma and toxic relationships can manifest as anxiety, stress, and low mood, but can also show up physically. Perhaps you are overwhelmed with feeling these things, but you are ready to make a change. I am here to help you get to the root of your suffering and live a life that is aligned with your values. Let’s work together to reconnect you with yourself and rediscover a more meaningful life!
Kim Lawrence
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L9C
I have over 30 years of experience in the field of social work and 20 years of experience as a family mediator. My professional expertise includes a background in psychiatry and management. I counsel individuals, couples and families. I work with clients experiencing stress and trauma, anxiety and depression, relationship and family conflict including neglect, abuse, anger management and gender identity issues. I help couples with relationship conflict, communication, sexuality and parenting challenges, separation and divorce. I have experience in working with individuals struggling with addictions, making career decisions grief and day to day challenges.
I have over 30 years of experience in the field of social work and 20 years of experience as a family mediator. My professional expertise includes a background in psychiatry and management. I counsel individuals, couples and families. I work with clients experiencing stress and trauma, anxiety and depression, relationship and family conflict including neglect, abuse, anger management and gender identity issues. I help couples with relationship conflict, communication, sexuality and parenting challenges, separation and divorce. I have experience in working with individuals struggling with addictions, making career decisions grief and day to day challenges.
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Attachment-based Counsellors
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.