Therapists in Hamilton, ON
Sabrina Jaspers
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8V
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in maternal mental health and perinatal mood issues, such as perinatal anxiety, postpartum depression and anxiety, birth trauma and PTSD. I support women with intrusive thoughts and those more extreme worries. I also support women through miscarriage and loss. I am taking on new clients.
I specialize in maternal mental health and perinatal mood issues, such as perinatal anxiety, postpartum depression and anxiety, birth trauma and PTSD. I support women with intrusive thoughts and those more extreme worries. I also support women through miscarriage and loss. I am taking on new clients.
Emily Alton
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8V
Feeling worried or distressed about something? Do intrusive thoughts interfere with daily activities? Talking to someone about mental health can be scary but also empowering. Our work together will be guided by you each step of the way, as you are the expert on your own experiences. By understanding how our emotions connect to our behaviours, we are better able to navigate our day-to-day lives. Whether it's stress, nerves, fears, sadness, or anything else, I am here to listen with a non-judgmental lens. I hope to be here for your next big step in this journey.
Feeling worried or distressed about something? Do intrusive thoughts interfere with daily activities? Talking to someone about mental health can be scary but also empowering. Our work together will be guided by you each step of the way, as you are the expert on your own experiences. By understanding how our emotions connect to our behaviours, we are better able to navigate our day-to-day lives. Whether it's stress, nerves, fears, sadness, or anything else, I am here to listen with a non-judgmental lens. I hope to be here for your next big step in this journey.
Samuel Gasilan | BPD | Trauma | CPTSD |
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8P (Online Only)
You are constantly walking on eggshells. Always on high alert, your highly sensitive brain is always scanning other people's expressions to make sure everything is okay. You over-apologize, over-explain, over-share or disconnect and push your emotions deep down. You feel different - too emotional, too “much”. A sense of loneliness and longing for something you can’t describe looms in the background of everything you do. No matter what you try the feeling that there’s “something wrong with you” just won’t let up. You try to feel better - you have journaled, meditated, tried therapy, medication, breathwork…but nothing helps for long
You are constantly walking on eggshells. Always on high alert, your highly sensitive brain is always scanning other people's expressions to make sure everything is okay. You over-apologize, over-explain, over-share or disconnect and push your emotions deep down. You feel different - too emotional, too “much”. A sense of loneliness and longing for something you can’t describe looms in the background of everything you do. No matter what you try the feeling that there’s “something wrong with you” just won’t let up. You try to feel better - you have journaled, meditated, tried therapy, medication, breathwork…but nothing helps for long
Dr. Christina Harrington
Registered Social Worker, MSW, PhD, RSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8T
I am an experienced and empathetic social worker offering you professional guidance toward personal well-being. I have experience in helping individuals and families with a broad range of health and mental health concerns; specializing in trauma, grief and loss. I work collaboratively with my clients and draw from a range of therapeutic techniques. This allows me to tailor treatment to your unique needs and goals. For PTSD- I am trained in and offer evidence-based protocols such as, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Prolonged Exposure (PE).
I am an experienced and empathetic social worker offering you professional guidance toward personal well-being. I have experience in helping individuals and families with a broad range of health and mental health concerns; specializing in trauma, grief and loss. I work collaboratively with my clients and draw from a range of therapeutic techniques. This allows me to tailor treatment to your unique needs and goals. For PTSD- I am trained in and offer evidence-based protocols such as, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Prolonged Exposure (PE).
Couples and Relationship Therapy Roots in Wellness
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8S
Are you and your partner(s) struggling to manage conflict or communicate effectively? Are you hoping to deepen your connection or work through life transitions together? Are you navigating a shift in relationship dynamics? Relationships can be difficult to navigate as we all shift and change through time, sometimes it takes a little extra work to shift and change together. At Roots in Wellness, we will support you through whatever shifts are occurring your relationship(s) to help you find common ground in order to move forward positively.
Are you and your partner(s) struggling to manage conflict or communicate effectively? Are you hoping to deepen your connection or work through life transitions together? Are you navigating a shift in relationship dynamics? Relationships can be difficult to navigate as we all shift and change through time, sometimes it takes a little extra work to shift and change together. At Roots in Wellness, we will support you through whatever shifts are occurring your relationship(s) to help you find common ground in order to move forward positively.
Melissa Melia Dunn
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8P
I believe everyone is capable of feeling whole. That is to say, living with purpose, feeling confident, calm, and meaningfully connected to themselves and others. And to get there, you don’t need to do it alone. Our sessions will feel collaborative, curious and validating, allowing you to set the pace for what we focus on and explore.
I believe everyone is capable of feeling whole. That is to say, living with purpose, feeling confident, calm, and meaningfully connected to themselves and others. And to get there, you don’t need to do it alone. Our sessions will feel collaborative, curious and validating, allowing you to set the pace for what we focus on and explore.
Stephanie Dennis
Registered Social Worker, BAH, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8W (Online Only)
I would be honoured to meet anyone who is feeling ready to take a step forward in their life. I operate from a non-judgemental standpoint, and my job is to support you in however you feel is beneficial. While I offer certain skills and experience, I will ask that we work together to determine the best course of action towards your hopes for tomorrow.
I would be honoured to meet anyone who is feeling ready to take a step forward in their life. I operate from a non-judgemental standpoint, and my job is to support you in however you feel is beneficial. While I offer certain skills and experience, I will ask that we work together to determine the best course of action towards your hopes for tomorrow.
Dr. Emily MacKillop, Memory and Cognition Clinic
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych, ABPP-CN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8N
I specialize in personalized memory and cognitive assessments to answer important questions about your brain health and identify the right diagnosis. I investigate all aspects of a person, including historical, cultural, medical, and emotional. My specialty area is working with individuals who have been struggling with changes related to a neurodegenerative (e.g., dementia), chronic medical, neurological, developmental, or genetic conditions. As both a registered neuropsychologist and clinical psychologist, I provide cognitive and psychological services such as assessments, interventions, and differential diagnosis.
I specialize in personalized memory and cognitive assessments to answer important questions about your brain health and identify the right diagnosis. I investigate all aspects of a person, including historical, cultural, medical, and emotional. My specialty area is working with individuals who have been struggling with changes related to a neurodegenerative (e.g., dementia), chronic medical, neurological, developmental, or genetic conditions. As both a registered neuropsychologist and clinical psychologist, I provide cognitive and psychological services such as assessments, interventions, and differential diagnosis.
Daina Grigenas Online Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, MFA, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8P (Online Only)
I work with professionals, medical residents, graduate, post-graduate and doctoral students by helping them to feel more empowered and less stressed in their high-performance environments. By providing guidance to those facing challenges, I support the process of change during life transitions. Together we explore areas that may be causing symptoms, patterns of behaviour and learn how to accept your own feelings while creating a deeper sense of self. I coach and provide training on how to acquire or improve skills and strategies needed to regulate negative emotions, increase distress tolerance; and minimize and manage triggers.
I work with professionals, medical residents, graduate, post-graduate and doctoral students by helping them to feel more empowered and less stressed in their high-performance environments. By providing guidance to those facing challenges, I support the process of change during life transitions. Together we explore areas that may be causing symptoms, patterns of behaviour and learn how to accept your own feelings while creating a deeper sense of self. I coach and provide training on how to acquire or improve skills and strategies needed to regulate negative emotions, increase distress tolerance; and minimize and manage triggers.
Lyndsay Robertson
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9B (Online Only)
Has life become so overwhelming that it is hard to know where to start and how to move forward? Are emotions surfacing and do you feel like it’s time to address them? Is anxiety, depression, stress, grief or trauma negatively affecting your life and do you wish there was a way to change this? Are you experiencing constant worry or stress and wishing that things were different? You are not alone, life can be very difficult at times and it’s important to know that a lot of people experience these issues. Are you interested in learning to challenge unhelpful thinking patterns and exploring new perspectives?
Has life become so overwhelming that it is hard to know where to start and how to move forward? Are emotions surfacing and do you feel like it’s time to address them? Is anxiety, depression, stress, grief or trauma negatively affecting your life and do you wish there was a way to change this? Are you experiencing constant worry or stress and wishing that things were different? You are not alone, life can be very difficult at times and it’s important to know that a lot of people experience these issues. Are you interested in learning to challenge unhelpful thinking patterns and exploring new perspectives?
Yael Greenberg
Registered Social Worker, HonsBA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8P
An intriguing fact: We are wired for emotional connection. Yet, do you find that you and your partner or family member always get into misunderstandings and conflict? Are you hurting from the wounds of betrayal, abandonment, abuse, leaving you feeling angry, lonely, and struggling to trust others? There is hope! I understand how individuals, families and couples fall into patterns that are hurtful, and feel stuck. I help clients gain an understanding of their patterns of communication; help them heal relational wounds; give them tools to shift into a more skilful, calm, satisfying feeling within themselves and their relationships.
An intriguing fact: We are wired for emotional connection. Yet, do you find that you and your partner or family member always get into misunderstandings and conflict? Are you hurting from the wounds of betrayal, abandonment, abuse, leaving you feeling angry, lonely, and struggling to trust others? There is hope! I understand how individuals, families and couples fall into patterns that are hurtful, and feel stuck. I help clients gain an understanding of their patterns of communication; help them heal relational wounds; give them tools to shift into a more skilful, calm, satisfying feeling within themselves and their relationships.
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Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8N
Whether you are struggling with trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, relationships, life transitions, and/ or shame, I am honored to be part of your journey. Regardless of the issue, I value compassion and understanding clients through their own experience, and walking alongside them through their journey while providing clarity and insight.
Whether you are struggling with trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, relationships, life transitions, and/ or shame, I am honored to be part of your journey. Regardless of the issue, I value compassion and understanding clients through their own experience, and walking alongside them through their journey while providing clarity and insight.
Victoria Zimmerman
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8G
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.
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.
Noreen Colley Mukuna-Luamba
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8J (Online Only)
I believe you are already holding the keys to experience and embrace the inner wholeness you deserve. There are many opportunities for us to be hurt in life and in relationships. The problem is that we can carry these emotional wounds and even physical scars for a long time and spend our energy trying to conceal them. However, if you have come this far I believe you want more than this. I think this is your time. It’s your time to discover the healing you deserve. It’s time for you to give yourself permission to journey towards wholeness and to live your life with a new sense of purpose.
I believe you are already holding the keys to experience and embrace the inner wholeness you deserve. There are many opportunities for us to be hurt in life and in relationships. The problem is that we can carry these emotional wounds and even physical scars for a long time and spend our energy trying to conceal them. However, if you have come this far I believe you want more than this. I think this is your time. It’s your time to discover the healing you deserve. It’s time for you to give yourself permission to journey towards wholeness and to live your life with a new sense of purpose.
Alison James
Registered Psychotherapist, BAH, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8R
Not accepting new clients
Do you feel like you’ve gotten too far away from who you really are, or who you want to be? Together, we will bring awareness to where you have been, where you are now, and where you want to go. While insight is essential, true transformation comes not just from being aware of how the past has influenced the present, but by processing through the mental, physical, emotional, and neurological remnants of those previous experiences and embodying new ways of being. Therapy can help you gain the clarity, confidence, and courage you need to change your life.
Do you feel like you’ve gotten too far away from who you really are, or who you want to be? Together, we will bring awareness to where you have been, where you are now, and where you want to go. While insight is essential, true transformation comes not just from being aware of how the past has influenced the present, but by processing through the mental, physical, emotional, and neurological remnants of those previous experiences and embodying new ways of being. Therapy can help you gain the clarity, confidence, and courage you need to change your life.
Jessica Ann Bacon
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9A
You're constantly feeling on edge and don't know where to turn next. You don't know if you can keep going as you are without making some changes. But even thinking about those changes makes you feel uncertain or scared. Maybe you feel nausea or fear or shame. Maybe you just feel empty or you have repetitive or consuming thoughts. Maybe you're just exhausted. People come to see me to move away from feelings of overwhelm, to begin to know themselves (and others) again, to find and use their voice, and to begin to feel better in their lives (as they define it). If this sounds like you, I promise you're not alone in feeling this way.
You're constantly feeling on edge and don't know where to turn next. You don't know if you can keep going as you are without making some changes. But even thinking about those changes makes you feel uncertain or scared. Maybe you feel nausea or fear or shame. Maybe you just feel empty or you have repetitive or consuming thoughts. Maybe you're just exhausted. People come to see me to move away from feelings of overwhelm, to begin to know themselves (and others) again, to find and use their voice, and to begin to feel better in their lives (as they define it). If this sounds like you, I promise you're not alone in feeling this way.
Centre for Functional Integrative Therapy
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8L
At the Centre for Functional Integrative Therapy (CFIT), we believe that emotional health can be pursued by prioritizing your psychological, physical, and social needs. That's why we have developed a systematic and customizable therapy program that will help you access and address those needs to reach your goals. All clinical services are under the direction of Dr. Katherine Gardhouse, who is a registered clinical, counselling, and health psychologist. At CFIT, we are committed to bringing you today's best evidence-based approaches to maximize results and support your journey.
At the Centre for Functional Integrative Therapy (CFIT), we believe that emotional health can be pursued by prioritizing your psychological, physical, and social needs. That's why we have developed a systematic and customizable therapy program that will help you access and address those needs to reach your goals. All clinical services are under the direction of Dr. Katherine Gardhouse, who is a registered clinical, counselling, and health psychologist. At CFIT, we are committed to bringing you today's best evidence-based approaches to maximize results and support your journey.
Alex Sellors
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8P
Waitlist for new clients
Hey there! I'm Alex and I am a registered social worker and trauma therapist. I have always been incredibly passionate about working with trauma and have dedicated my career to gaining knowledge and expertise on how to effectively and safely work with it. My professional background largely involves hospital work in the emergency department, mobile crisis, and outpatient mental health. I have a special interest in supporting fellow healthcare workers and first responders given my own experience working in a high stress environment with frequent trauma exposure.
Hey there! I'm Alex and I am a registered social worker and trauma therapist. I have always been incredibly passionate about working with trauma and have dedicated my career to gaining knowledge and expertise on how to effectively and safely work with it. My professional background largely involves hospital work in the emergency department, mobile crisis, and outpatient mental health. I have a special interest in supporting fellow healthcare workers and first responders given my own experience working in a high stress environment with frequent trauma exposure.
BeWell Hamilton Health Centre
Registered Social Worker
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8N
Lindsay has over 9 years of experience in the field of Addictions and Mental Health. She is experienced in supporting clients with relationship and interpersonal challenges, childhood and developmental trauma, mood disorders, PTSD and personality disorders. Additionally, Lindsay works with complex mental health challenges and individuals struggling with suicidal ideations or self-harming behaviours. She is experienced working directly with first responders, responding to acute crises and mental health challenges in the community.
Lindsay has over 9 years of experience in the field of Addictions and Mental Health. She is experienced in supporting clients with relationship and interpersonal challenges, childhood and developmental trauma, mood disorders, PTSD and personality disorders. Additionally, Lindsay works with complex mental health challenges and individuals struggling with suicidal ideations or self-harming behaviours. She is experienced working directly with first responders, responding to acute crises and mental health challenges in the community.
Marta Heinrich
Registered Social Worker, MA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8R
Hello you - thanks for looking at my profile! I specialize in working with people with perfectionist traits, ADHD, and athletes (really anyone who wants to change things for the better and would like to have fun doing it). I love empowering individuals to conquer challenges and achieve authentic growth. I am a therapy nerd and enjoy sharing my knowledge and passion for the therapeutic process by regularly teaching at Laurier University and publishing original papers. I am an energetic LGBTS2AI+ ally.
Hello you - thanks for looking at my profile! I specialize in working with people with perfectionist traits, ADHD, and athletes (really anyone who wants to change things for the better and would like to have fun doing it). I love empowering individuals to conquer challenges and achieve authentic growth. I am a therapy nerd and enjoy sharing my knowledge and passion for the therapeutic process by regularly teaching at Laurier University and publishing original papers. I am an energetic LGBTS2AI+ ally.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Hamilton, ON
1,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Counsellors in Hamilton, ON who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
85% | Depression |
80% | Self Esteem |
80% | Stress |
78% | Relationship Issues |
72% | Coping Skills |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
70% | Green Shield Canada |
65% | SunLife |
59% | Canada Life | Great-West Life |
How Counsellors in Hamilton, ON see their clients
61% | In Person and Online | |
39% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
16% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Hamilton?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Most Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are certified by one of the main professional associations, mainly the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA), and will have a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC) designation with their name. Social Workers listed in the directory must be registered members of the college specific to their province. To be listed in the directory, Psychologists must be registered with the psychological college specific to their province or territory.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given the considerable variation in professional regulation and prerequisites across Canadian provinces, some providers may possess significant professional qualifications without necessarily holding professional memberships or being obliged to acquire them. As a result, they may be selectively included without the "Verified" seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given the considerable variation in professional regulation and prerequisites across Canadian provinces, some providers may possess significant professional qualifications without necessarily holding professional memberships or being obliged to acquire them. As a result, they may be selectively included without the "Verified" seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Psychologists, counsellors, psychotherapists and social workers can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and supervised, practical experience that enable them to do so in Canada.
Psychologists have a master's and/or doctoral degree and have passed both written and oral exams. Psychologists are able to complete mental health assessments and provide diagnostic information to clients as well as provide counselling therapy or psychotherapy. Counsellors and psychotherapists are expected to have a master's or doctoral degree in counselling psychology, social work, or a related mental health discipline and certification by a professional association, such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. Registered Social Workers possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work and where possible must be licensed or certified by the provincial government and/or regulatory college.
Psychologists have a master's and/or doctoral degree and have passed both written and oral exams. Psychologists are able to complete mental health assessments and provide diagnostic information to clients as well as provide counselling therapy or psychotherapy. Counsellors and psychotherapists are expected to have a master's or doctoral degree in counselling psychology, social work, or a related mental health discipline and certification by a professional association, such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. Registered Social Workers possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work and where possible must be licensed or certified by the provincial government and/or regulatory college.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in Canada could be between $100 and $200. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. Some types of outpatient mental health services are covered by Medicare, provided these are performed by a licensed mental health professional in the provinces or territory you reside in and who accepts the assignment.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. Some types of outpatient mental health services are covered by Medicare, provided these are performed by a licensed mental health professional in the provinces or territory you reside in and who accepts the assignment.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postal code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Professionals licensed by regulatory colleges and those certified by associations such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association are obligated to uphold client confidentiality unless there is a legal reason that requires them to disclose information. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client or others, or a court order, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.