Geriatric Therapists in Victoria, BC
Hello! I’m Max, I’m a counsellor who works from an existential lens. I have a generalist focus, but I specialize in bipolar disorder. Your mental health is important to me, and I want for us to work together to help you experience relief from what’s bothering you and clarity about your life. The way I work is by first teaching coping strategies to help you regulate in the present, then to explore the deeper emotional and existential basis for what brings you to counselling in the first place.
Hello! I’m Max, I’m a counsellor who works from an existential lens. I have a generalist focus, but I specialize in bipolar disorder. Your mental health is important to me, and I want for us to work together to help you experience relief from what’s bothering you and clarity about your life. The way I work is by first teaching coping strategies to help you regulate in the present, then to explore the deeper emotional and existential basis for what brings you to counselling in the first place.
You may find yourself at a crossroads—uncertain about how to move forward. While these moments can be difficult, they also offer a valuable opportunity for reflection, growth, and meaningful change. I work with individuals facing a range of emotional and psychological challenges, including depression, anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, and questions around identity and self-worth. In a supportive and non-judgmental space, we’ll work together to uncover what truly matters to you, identify your current needs, and explore the question- Now What?
You may find yourself at a crossroads—uncertain about how to move forward. While these moments can be difficult, they also offer a valuable opportunity for reflection, growth, and meaningful change. I work with individuals facing a range of emotional and psychological challenges, including depression, anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, and questions around identity and self-worth. In a supportive and non-judgmental space, we’ll work together to uncover what truly matters to you, identify your current needs, and explore the question- Now What?
We can help children, youth and adults with assessment and treatment/counselling services for most mental health concerns. We have therapy available at a variety of cost options as we have psychologists, counsellors, social workers, doctors under supervision, and practicum student practitioners. We address issues including but not limited to trauma, mood issues, anxiety, worry, chronic pain, attentional issues, eating issues, relationships, couples therapy, play therapy, elite sports performance, childhood concerns, peri-menopause and end of life counselling, among others.
We can help children, youth and adults with assessment and treatment/counselling services for most mental health concerns. We have therapy available at a variety of cost options as we have psychologists, counsellors, social workers, doctors under supervision, and practicum student practitioners. We address issues including but not limited to trauma, mood issues, anxiety, worry, chronic pain, attentional issues, eating issues, relationships, couples therapy, play therapy, elite sports performance, childhood concerns, peri-menopause and end of life counselling, among others.
I believe in an individualized, caring and respectful approach when working with clients to become more resilient and effective in their lives. Many people believe that the skills and motivation needed to maneuver all of life’s obstacles are automatically within all of us. But many of us learn ineffective ways of communicating, develop unhealthy patterns or find ourselves stuck with no idea of how to move forward. Having a dedicated time to examine patterns, build skills and develop a deeper understanding of ones’ strengths can help build a greater sense of wellness and clarity in our lives.
I believe in an individualized, caring and respectful approach when working with clients to become more resilient and effective in their lives. Many people believe that the skills and motivation needed to maneuver all of life’s obstacles are automatically within all of us. But many of us learn ineffective ways of communicating, develop unhealthy patterns or find ourselves stuck with no idea of how to move forward. Having a dedicated time to examine patterns, build skills and develop a deeper understanding of ones’ strengths can help build a greater sense of wellness and clarity in our lives.
Are you going through a transition that feels bigger than you expected? Maybe it's a career change, retirement, a relationship shift, or a period of burnout where your usual ways of coping aren't working anymore. If you're someone who feels deeply and tends to carry the weight of change more than most, these times can feel especially overwhelming.
Are you going through a transition that feels bigger than you expected? Maybe it's a career change, retirement, a relationship shift, or a period of burnout where your usual ways of coping aren't working anymore. If you're someone who feels deeply and tends to carry the weight of change more than most, these times can feel especially overwhelming.
Hello! Do you feel panic or have moods that you struggle to control and seem to intrude at the worst possible times? Like when you're trying to sleep? Or when you're talking to someone new? Maybe it's when you're at work talking to your boss or peers? Do you feel guilt, anger, sadness, or maybe have feelings of uneasiness you struggle to name? Are your relationships struggling because of these symptoms? Do you isolate? Mental health symptoms are often overlooked or misdiagnosed. What if you were able to manage these symptoms and achieve your optimum well-being?
Hello! Do you feel panic or have moods that you struggle to control and seem to intrude at the worst possible times? Like when you're trying to sleep? Or when you're talking to someone new? Maybe it's when you're at work talking to your boss or peers? Do you feel guilt, anger, sadness, or maybe have feelings of uneasiness you struggle to name? Are your relationships struggling because of these symptoms? Do you isolate? Mental health symptoms are often overlooked or misdiagnosed. What if you were able to manage these symptoms and achieve your optimum well-being?
What if you could emerge from this time of crisis feeling calmer, more comfortable in your body and more confident in your ability to cope with change? Change can trigger painful emotions that negatively impact all aspects of our lives making it difficult for us to see a way forward. Even change you are excited about can feel tougher than you expected. These crucial life transitions are the essential doorways that lead us to creative opportunities for turning suffering into life changing transformation. I am committed to helping you transform through these challenges. You will manage change effectively and discover inner wisdom.
What if you could emerge from this time of crisis feeling calmer, more comfortable in your body and more confident in your ability to cope with change? Change can trigger painful emotions that negatively impact all aspects of our lives making it difficult for us to see a way forward. Even change you are excited about can feel tougher than you expected. These crucial life transitions are the essential doorways that lead us to creative opportunities for turning suffering into life changing transformation. I am committed to helping you transform through these challenges. You will manage change effectively and discover inner wisdom.
It is my life goal to help people overcome adversity and live fulfilling, joyful lives. As a queer woman with lived experience in alternate relationships and familial arrangements, I seek to bring an inclusive, anti-oppressive and social justice lens to my practice. As a yoga instructor and practitioner, I bring a holistic and mindful approach to my work.
My primary approach is AEDP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy), which emphasizes 'undoing aloneness.' I deeply value the somatic and relational aspects of AEDP that help us to move through overwhelming emotion, stress, or stuckness that happen in our lives.
It is my life goal to help people overcome adversity and live fulfilling, joyful lives. As a queer woman with lived experience in alternate relationships and familial arrangements, I seek to bring an inclusive, anti-oppressive and social justice lens to my practice. As a yoga instructor and practitioner, I bring a holistic and mindful approach to my work.
My primary approach is AEDP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy), which emphasizes 'undoing aloneness.' I deeply value the somatic and relational aspects of AEDP that help us to move through overwhelming emotion, stress, or stuckness that happen in our lives.
I think Leonard Cohen explained it best, “There’s a crack, a crack in everything, that’s how the light gets it”. But often when you’re in the middle of a crisis, transition, generally just feeling stuck...it’s hard to see that. It’s hard to imagine that things will get better - that light might make its way in - and it’s even harder to imagine how that might happen. But it can. With the right support, a space where you can truly be yourself, and a little work, you can start to see the light again and even find your way to a more peaceful, joyful life.
I think Leonard Cohen explained it best, “There’s a crack, a crack in everything, that’s how the light gets it”. But often when you’re in the middle of a crisis, transition, generally just feeling stuck...it’s hard to see that. It’s hard to imagine that things will get better - that light might make its way in - and it’s even harder to imagine how that might happen. But it can. With the right support, a space where you can truly be yourself, and a little work, you can start to see the light again and even find your way to a more peaceful, joyful life.
You've been carrying something heavy for a while. Maybe it's grief, anxiety, a relationship breaking down, or a quiet sense that your life no longer fits. Whatever brought you here — reaching out takes courage.
I work with adults navigating trauma, loss, separation, anxiety, depression, caregiver burnout, life transitions, and intergenerational trauma including residential school legacy for Indigenous clients.
I accept FNHA, Telus Health, and private pay clients.
Sessions $185/hour.
You've been carrying something heavy for a while. Maybe it's grief, anxiety, a relationship breaking down, or a quiet sense that your life no longer fits. Whatever brought you here — reaching out takes courage.
I work with adults navigating trauma, loss, separation, anxiety, depression, caregiver burnout, life transitions, and intergenerational trauma including residential school legacy for Indigenous clients.
I accept FNHA, Telus Health, and private pay clients.
Sessions $185/hour.
Ceascape Counseling & Consulting offers collaborative, trauma-informed, person-centered virtual therapy for adults across British Columbia and beyond. A safe, inclusive space to explore healing, growth, and resilience at your own pace. If you are interested in/ exploring EMDR Therapy (Standard & GAP Protocols), Post Trauma Healing, Emotional Abuse, Life Transitions, Distress Tolerance & Emotional Regulation, Depression, Anxiety & Stress, Grief & Loss, Burnout, ADHD/ADD, Building Boundaries, and/or are in a leadership role – Women in STEAM & Entrepreneurship connect with me as your co-pilot in mental wealth.
Ceascape Counseling & Consulting offers collaborative, trauma-informed, person-centered virtual therapy for adults across British Columbia and beyond. A safe, inclusive space to explore healing, growth, and resilience at your own pace. If you are interested in/ exploring EMDR Therapy (Standard & GAP Protocols), Post Trauma Healing, Emotional Abuse, Life Transitions, Distress Tolerance & Emotional Regulation, Depression, Anxiety & Stress, Grief & Loss, Burnout, ADHD/ADD, Building Boundaries, and/or are in a leadership role – Women in STEAM & Entrepreneurship connect with me as your co-pilot in mental wealth.
Are you feeling stuck in old patterns? Overwhelmed by the circumstances of your current life? Worried about your physical or mental health? Facing a major transition, or craving growth and change?
Working with a counsellor can empower and support you in your goals for a stronger and stable sense of wellbeing.
Are you feeling stuck in old patterns? Overwhelmed by the circumstances of your current life? Worried about your physical or mental health? Facing a major transition, or craving growth and change?
Working with a counsellor can empower and support you in your goals for a stronger and stable sense of wellbeing.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with fifteen years of experience in treatment and assessment. Education in both the Arts and Science inform my balanced approach to improving mental health. I place importance on understanding the client as a unique individual with their own stressors, life experiences, key relationships and biological/health characteristics. This understanding helps me to develop a focused and effective treatment strategy designed to increase happiness and improve quality of life. I rely on evidence-based techniques, but also understand the importance building of a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with fifteen years of experience in treatment and assessment. Education in both the Arts and Science inform my balanced approach to improving mental health. I place importance on understanding the client as a unique individual with their own stressors, life experiences, key relationships and biological/health characteristics. This understanding helps me to develop a focused and effective treatment strategy designed to increase happiness and improve quality of life. I rely on evidence-based techniques, but also understand the importance building of a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust.
My ideal clients are seniors, health professional's, first responders, adults and youth with ADHD who are seeking tools to manage focus, self-esteem, and daily demands.
I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore challenges, gain clarity, and build on your strengths. My work is guided by evidence-based practices, with a strong focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, and integrative approaches. I bring both professional expertise and lived experience to my approach.
My ideal clients are seniors, health professional's, first responders, adults and youth with ADHD who are seeking tools to manage focus, self-esteem, and daily demands.
I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore challenges, gain clarity, and build on your strengths. My work is guided by evidence-based practices, with a strong focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, and integrative approaches. I bring both professional expertise and lived experience to my approach.
You’re successful in many areas of life, but inside, you feel stuck—unsure of your next steps, overwhelmed by decisions, or disconnected in your relationships. Maybe you're navigating a big life change, questioning your direction, or constantly battling anxiety. You’ve tried to push through, but the stress is catching up. You want clarity, confidence, and deeper connections, and I would love to help get you there. Together, we can work toward real, sustainable, and positive change by challenging current thought patterns and introducing healthy coping skills and techniques.
You’re successful in many areas of life, but inside, you feel stuck—unsure of your next steps, overwhelmed by decisions, or disconnected in your relationships. Maybe you're navigating a big life change, questioning your direction, or constantly battling anxiety. You’ve tried to push through, but the stress is catching up. You want clarity, confidence, and deeper connections, and I would love to help get you there. Together, we can work toward real, sustainable, and positive change by challenging current thought patterns and introducing healthy coping skills and techniques.
Feeling stuck in survival mode, overwhelmed by ADHD, anxiety, depression, burnout, or major life changes? You don't have to navigate it alone. Building on 25 years of supporting individuals and families in BC school system, I offer a compassionate space to process what you're carrying. Together, we can help you step out of high alert and back into balance.
Feeling stuck in survival mode, overwhelmed by ADHD, anxiety, depression, burnout, or major life changes? You don't have to navigate it alone. Building on 25 years of supporting individuals and families in BC school system, I offer a compassionate space to process what you're carrying. Together, we can help you step out of high alert and back into balance.
You might be in the in-between, that uncertain space where something has shifted but nothing has settled yet. If that's where you are, you've found the right place.
I support people navigating anxiety, depression, rebuilding life after loss or transition, and more. I especially value working with people who feel caught between worlds—between cultures, identities, expectations, belief systems, or different versions of themselves.
You might be in the in-between, that uncertain space where something has shifted but nothing has settled yet. If that's where you are, you've found the right place.
I support people navigating anxiety, depression, rebuilding life after loss or transition, and more. I especially value working with people who feel caught between worlds—between cultures, identities, expectations, belief systems, or different versions of themselves.
I work with children (4–12), youth, adults, parents, and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, self-esteem issues, OCD, neurodiversity, trauma, C-PTSD, relationship or parenting challenges, and disabilities. I see those I work with as people optimistically seeking opportunities, possibilities, and hope as they move toward seeing themselves as accepted, valuable, and loveable. I believe this journey flourishes in a safe space that fosters confidence, self-acceptance, interdependence, and meaningful relationships.
I work with children (4–12), youth, adults, parents, and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, self-esteem issues, OCD, neurodiversity, trauma, C-PTSD, relationship or parenting challenges, and disabilities. I see those I work with as people optimistically seeking opportunities, possibilities, and hope as they move toward seeing themselves as accepted, valuable, and loveable. I believe this journey flourishes in a safe space that fosters confidence, self-acceptance, interdependence, and meaningful relationships.
With 30yrs of experience in counselling, I'm dedicated to helping you navigate through life's toughest challenges, whether it's managing anxiety, depression, addictions, grief & loss, or trauma. I offer sessions by phone, virtual or in-person. Everyone's journey through pain & hardship is unique. Whether you have lost a loved one, faced a career setback, uncovered a family secret, experienced betrayal or are struggling with a life transition. I'm here to help you find your path forward. Together we will work to embrace your pain, & integrate it, so you can restore your spirit to find your next horizon. Change is hard & u can do it!
With 30yrs of experience in counselling, I'm dedicated to helping you navigate through life's toughest challenges, whether it's managing anxiety, depression, addictions, grief & loss, or trauma. I offer sessions by phone, virtual or in-person. Everyone's journey through pain & hardship is unique. Whether you have lost a loved one, faced a career setback, uncovered a family secret, experienced betrayal or are struggling with a life transition. I'm here to help you find your path forward. Together we will work to embrace your pain, & integrate it, so you can restore your spirit to find your next horizon. Change is hard & u can do it!
Is addiction is complicating your life? And your busy career, family and lifestyle won’t give you time to get better? We will help you to regain control of your chaos, reset your roadmap and get you back on track. We can also help when your life is affected by someone else’s addiction. We are evidence-based, confidential and effective.
Is addiction is complicating your life? And your busy career, family and lifestyle won’t give you time to get better? We will help you to regain control of your chaos, reset your roadmap and get you back on track. We can also help when your life is affected by someone else’s addiction. We are evidence-based, confidential and effective.
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What can a geriatric psychologist help with?
Geriatric therapists specialise in the cognitive and neurological challenges that often accompany aging, including dementia, memory loss, and age-related cognitive decline. They also address the psychological conditions that frequently co-occur with these issues, such as depression, anxiety, and grief. Geriatric therapists and psychologists are trained to assess cognitive functioning, identify symptoms that may warrant further evaluation, and conduct or refer for formal neurological assessment when needed. In many cases, geriatric therapists also work closely with medical doctors to manage a client's overall health, and they may support caregivers and family members navigating the demands of caring for an aging loved one.
Why might someone seek a geriatric psychologist?
Someone might seek a geriatric therapist when they or a loved one begins experiencing cognitive or neurological changes and is unsure whether those changes are a normal part of aging or something that requires clinical attention. A geriatric therapist can help connect families with appropriate next steps. They are also commonly sought following a new diagnosis, when clients and families are working to understand what that diagnosis means practically and emotionally, and what to expect as a condition progresses. When seeking a therapist, it can be helpful to consider whether a clinician with a stronger psychotherapy focus or one with more of a social work orientation, who can help connect clients with assisted living or medical resources, would be the better fit.
What type of therapy might a geriatric therapists specialise in?
Geriatric therapist often combine psychotherapy with psychoeducation, helping clients and their families understand cognitive and neurological conditions and what to expect as they progress. For clients experiencing anxiety or depression alongside cognitive decline, therapists may draw on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) or mindfulness-based approaches. For clients with dementia specifically, therapists may be trained in specialised modalities such as Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST), which is designed to preserve cognitive functioning.
Can geriatric psychologists help people who suffer from dementia?
Yes, and this is a core area of geriatric psychology. Therapists specialising in dementia can work directly with clients on memory loss and cognitive functioning, while also addressing conditions that commonly co-occur, such as depression and anxiety. They can provide caregivers with objective assessments of a client's functioning and disease progression, and are typically well-versed in community resources available to dementia patients and their families.