Family Therapy in Hamilton, ON
Are you looking for therapy for your mental health and emotional well-being? If you are an adult age 18-120, a teenager age 13-17 who is open to some parental involvement, a parent/caregiver with a child who is struggling, a couple with relationship problems or a family seeking balance, please reach out to me.
Emotional pain hurts: not knowing when or even if it will end! The distress we go through in a lifetime from so many sources can feel unbearable at times. I work with people at all Ages & Stages to lift out of Depression, learn to regulate strong emotions such as Anxiety, Anger, Shame, & Grief; Relationship problems; Parenting struggles; processing Trauma; caring for Elderly; issues with aging and health; Work/school Stress; improving Youth mental health. I aim to create a safe & supportive therapeutic relationship with warmth, compassion, & humour. Mindfully strengthen your inner resources to live life with more ease and connection
Are you looking for therapy for your mental health and emotional well-being? If you are an adult age 18-120, a teenager age 13-17 who is open to some parental involvement, a parent/caregiver with a child who is struggling, a couple with relationship problems or a family seeking balance, please reach out to me.
Emotional pain hurts: not knowing when or even if it will end! The distress we go through in a lifetime from so many sources can feel unbearable at times. I work with people at all Ages & Stages to lift out of Depression, learn to regulate strong emotions such as Anxiety, Anger, Shame, & Grief; Relationship problems; Parenting struggles; processing Trauma; caring for Elderly; issues with aging and health; Work/school Stress; improving Youth mental health. I aim to create a safe & supportive therapeutic relationship with warmth, compassion, & humour. Mindfully strengthen your inner resources to live life with more ease and connection
Addictions Counsellor Agnes Kaufman
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9K (Online Only)
Maybe you try to down play how bad it really is, to your family or friends, but deep inside you know something has to change.
Today, we live in a fast-paced, stressful world. The hardships of balancing our work, education and personal time becomes increasingly hard to achieve. Our responsibilities continue to grow and the world around us is becoming so demanding. Sometimes, to cope we use resources which may, in fact, be harmful to ourselves. Addictions are often felt as shameful and concealed from others. We are all vulnerable to making decisions that are not always in our best interest. I am not here to judge you, but rather provide useful tools which will help provide opportunities for making healthier choices.
Maybe you try to down play how bad it really is, to your family or friends, but deep inside you know something has to change.
Today, we live in a fast-paced, stressful world. The hardships of balancing our work, education and personal time becomes increasingly hard to achieve. Our responsibilities continue to grow and the world around us is becoming so demanding. Sometimes, to cope we use resources which may, in fact, be harmful to ourselves. Addictions are often felt as shameful and concealed from others. We are all vulnerable to making decisions that are not always in our best interest. I am not here to judge you, but rather provide useful tools which will help provide opportunities for making healthier choices.
Maria Orrego - Couples And Sex Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MTS, MA, RP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8N
My education and experience has led me to a profound passion for the restoration of people. I value understanding how the human mind functions on a day to day basis. My education and experience in Marriage (Couple) and Family Therapy has led me to further expertise on topics including communication, conflict resolution, relationship issues, sex and stress within relationships. I believe therapy should never be seen as a failure, but rather as an avenue of growth and restoration.
My education and experience has led me to a profound passion for the restoration of people. I value understanding how the human mind functions on a day to day basis. My education and experience in Marriage (Couple) and Family Therapy has led me to further expertise on topics including communication, conflict resolution, relationship issues, sex and stress within relationships. I believe therapy should never be seen as a failure, but rather as an avenue of growth and restoration.
Therapy Services - Caroline Sears
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L9H (Online Only)
Perhaps you are seeking counselling services because you are an adoptive parent, adoptee, permanent/customary care parent, and life has not worked out quite as you had anticipated or expected. We all need encouragement and support along life's journey. As a Social Worker and Therapist I would like to further help you individually, or you and your family, so that you can find ways to cope with some of the challenges related to adoption trauma or permanency.
Perhaps you are seeking counselling services because you are an adoptive parent, adoptee, permanent/customary care parent, and life has not worked out quite as you had anticipated or expected. We all need encouragement and support along life's journey. As a Social Worker and Therapist I would like to further help you individually, or you and your family, so that you can find ways to cope with some of the challenges related to adoption trauma or permanency.
Let’s take this journey together and restore peace and connection back to your family.
I understand the struggle of kids feeling overwhelmed or parents feeling burnt out from trying to keep everything together. Life can feel like an endless cycle of stress and anxiety, with parents often feeling helpless and exhausted.
Let’s take this journey together and restore peace and connection back to your family.
I understand the struggle of kids feeling overwhelmed or parents feeling burnt out from trying to keep everything together. Life can feel like an endless cycle of stress and anxiety, with parents often feeling helpless and exhausted.
Johann Kong (Psychotherapy For You)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8P
I hold 3 degrees and several counseling certifications which include a Master's Degree in Social Work from University of Toronto, Bachelor of Social Work Degree from the University of Windsor and Bachelor of Arts from Western University and Human Resource Professional Certificate from Sheridan College. I am registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. My experience profile has several decades specializations in paediatrics and child and family counselling.
I hold 3 degrees and several counseling certifications which include a Master's Degree in Social Work from University of Toronto, Bachelor of Social Work Degree from the University of Windsor and Bachelor of Arts from Western University and Human Resource Professional Certificate from Sheridan College. I am registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. My experience profile has several decades specializations in paediatrics and child and family counselling.
Restoration Mental Health Agency
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8N
We have therapists specializing in anxiety, neuro-diversity, depression, divorce, couples therapy, parenting, family dynamics and more.
Are you struggling with your mental health journey and need someone to support, listen and journey with you? We are a team of psychotherapists that offer psychotherapy at affordable rates. We offer a sliding scale, and we offer therapy is different languages.
We have therapists specializing in anxiety, neuro-diversity, depression, divorce, couples therapy, parenting, family dynamics and more.
Are you struggling with your mental health journey and need someone to support, listen and journey with you? We are a team of psychotherapists that offer psychotherapy at affordable rates. We offer a sliding scale, and we offer therapy is different languages.
Dawn Associates
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9B
Are you feeling stressed due to your job or workplace, family relationships or dealing with school or peers? Do you have trauma or distressing memories that are intruding on your ability to function? Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious and distressed about your situation or the issues in your life? Are you ready to talk to a therapist who can help you to navigate the problems, and work with you to reduce your anxious and negative thoughts?
Are you feeling stressed due to your job or workplace, family relationships or dealing with school or peers? Do you have trauma or distressing memories that are intruding on your ability to function? Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious and distressed about your situation or the issues in your life? Are you ready to talk to a therapist who can help you to navigate the problems, and work with you to reduce your anxious and negative thoughts?
All Out Collective
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8H (Online Only)
I utilize a variety of modalities and experience in my counselling style, including CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy), DBT (dialectical behavioural therapy), ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy) & IFS (Internal family systems).
Welcome to the All Out Collective. The Collective offers virtual therapy to 2SLGBTQ+ children, teens & young adults and their families in individual, family & group settings to support identity, provide education & help build community. Individual therapy can focus on 2SLGBTQ+ identities, coming out, relationships & discrimination in addition to other struggles including trauma, neuro-divergence, anxiety, depression, relationships and self-harm. We also offer in person groups (in the Hamilton area) for 2SLGBTQ+ children and youth and a virtual support and education group for caregivers of trans/non-binary children and youth.
I utilize a variety of modalities and experience in my counselling style, including CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy), DBT (dialectical behavioural therapy), ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy) & IFS (Internal family systems).
Welcome to the All Out Collective. The Collective offers virtual therapy to 2SLGBTQ+ children, teens & young adults and their families in individual, family & group settings to support identity, provide education & help build community. Individual therapy can focus on 2SLGBTQ+ identities, coming out, relationships & discrimination in addition to other struggles including trauma, neuro-divergence, anxiety, depression, relationships and self-harm. We also offer in person groups (in the Hamilton area) for 2SLGBTQ+ children and youth and a virtual support and education group for caregivers of trans/non-binary children and youth.
We will work together towards building emotional literacy, resilience, skill building and coping strategies within your child and family.
I work with children across the developmental spectrum from 0 – 18 years old. I specialize working with children who have experienced complex and developmental trauma including those impacted by abuse, neglect, trauma, loss and disrupted care. Difficulties can look like emotional dysregulation, tantrums, anxiety, depression, withdrawal, low confidence, parental challenges etc. I provide caregivers support and work collaboratively with professional systems surrounding the family. My therapeutic input supports developing an understanding and creating common language about the difficulties for both children and caregivers.
We will work together towards building emotional literacy, resilience, skill building and coping strategies within your child and family.
I work with children across the developmental spectrum from 0 – 18 years old. I specialize working with children who have experienced complex and developmental trauma including those impacted by abuse, neglect, trauma, loss and disrupted care. Difficulties can look like emotional dysregulation, tantrums, anxiety, depression, withdrawal, low confidence, parental challenges etc. I provide caregivers support and work collaboratively with professional systems surrounding the family. My therapeutic input supports developing an understanding and creating common language about the difficulties for both children and caregivers.
Barb Brown
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9C (Online Only)
As an Indigenous adoptee during the sixties scoop, I have an understanding of losing your biological family, losing your culture and identity, wondering of who you truly are and where you come from.
Were you adopted as a child and struggling with your identity? Experiencing feelings of loneliness and being lost? Wondering where you belong, where you fit in this world? A feeling of emptiness and that you are disconnected from yourself? Don’t feel like you always fit in with your adopted family? Do you wonder if you look or possess the traits of anyone else? Wondering how to begin to search and discover who you are and to truly love yourself?
As an Indigenous adoptee during the sixties scoop, I have an understanding of losing your biological family, losing your culture and identity, wondering of who you truly are and where you come from.
Were you adopted as a child and struggling with your identity? Experiencing feelings of loneliness and being lost? Wondering where you belong, where you fit in this world? A feeling of emptiness and that you are disconnected from yourself? Don’t feel like you always fit in with your adopted family? Do you wonder if you look or possess the traits of anyone else? Wondering how to begin to search and discover who you are and to truly love yourself?
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As a couple’s and family therapist her objective is to practice and utilize emotionally focused couple’s therapy providing a safe environment for the parties involved to strengthen positive emotions, establish trust and communication, and improve their relationship.
Tanvi is a Registered Social Worker with 10 years of experience in human services supporting the community with her empathic nature and understanding of diverse social dynamics. She has a passion for supporting clients with finance, housing, abuse, concerns with mental health, caregiver stress, advocacy/system navigation, bereavement, end-of-life planning, family/relationship conflict, coping/adjustment, crisis intervention and referring to community resources.
As a couple’s and family therapist her objective is to practice and utilize emotionally focused couple’s therapy providing a safe environment for the parties involved to strengthen positive emotions, establish trust and communication, and improve their relationship.
Tanvi is a Registered Social Worker with 10 years of experience in human services supporting the community with her empathic nature and understanding of diverse social dynamics. She has a passion for supporting clients with finance, housing, abuse, concerns with mental health, caregiver stress, advocacy/system navigation, bereavement, end-of-life planning, family/relationship conflict, coping/adjustment, crisis intervention and referring to community resources.
I offer advanced skill-building for caregivers to enhance your child’s well-being at any age through Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT).
Caregivers can experience disconnection from their parenting widsom due to stress, mental health, and conflicting ideas within the family about best approach(es). I can help you rediscover your strengths and reconnect as a caregiver to your child.
I offer advanced skill-building for caregivers to enhance your child’s well-being at any age through Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT).
Caregivers can experience disconnection from their parenting widsom due to stress, mental health, and conflicting ideas within the family about best approach(es). I can help you rediscover your strengths and reconnect as a caregiver to your child.
Grace Pat
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, MEd, HonBA, DipCS, EMDR
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8N (Online Only)
I have a special interest in working with individuals who present with diverse issues, including trauma, divorce, parenting issues, family life cycle transitions, grief, stress, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, addictions, personality disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder and codependence.
We all have a unique journey that adds value to who we are and how we can contribute every day. My personal journey took me down some challenging paths that required me to find new hope and build from the ground up. I feel that the hardships, challenges and triumphs I have endured can inspire and bring hope to others. I believe that through the toughest times of our lives, there is always a silver lining.
I have a special interest in working with individuals who present with diverse issues, including trauma, divorce, parenting issues, family life cycle transitions, grief, stress, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, addictions, personality disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder and codependence.
We all have a unique journey that adds value to who we are and how we can contribute every day. My personal journey took me down some challenging paths that required me to find new hope and build from the ground up. I feel that the hardships, challenges and triumphs I have endured can inspire and bring hope to others. I believe that through the toughest times of our lives, there is always a silver lining.
Driftwood Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9C
Are you struggling with obsessions causing intrusive ideas, urges, images, or thoughts that are unwanted and may cause guilt, shame or worry? Engaging in actions in order reduce the upsetting feelings or to prevent something bad from happening? Do you require family members to accommodate or participate in the compulsion? OCD can cause you to feel stuck and worrying about the "what if's". I provide Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) which has been found to have the most strong effect on the successful outcome of treatment for OCD.
Are you struggling with obsessions causing intrusive ideas, urges, images, or thoughts that are unwanted and may cause guilt, shame or worry? Engaging in actions in order reduce the upsetting feelings or to prevent something bad from happening? Do you require family members to accommodate or participate in the compulsion? OCD can cause you to feel stuck and worrying about the "what if's". I provide Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) which has been found to have the most strong effect on the successful outcome of treatment for OCD.
Mindful Path Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, MA, RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L0R
At Mindful Path Counselling we offer a wide range of services including; individual, couples/relationship(s), marriage, child/youth, family, and group counselling. In addition, we offer a wide range of alternative wellness services including; reiki/energy healing/ infrared light therapy, hypnotherapy, life coaching, art therapy, ecotherapy, walk-n-talk therapy, and animal-assisted therapy. We work with people aged 5 years and up from all backgrounds. We are also under the supervision of a psychologist for psychology billing needs.
At Mindful Path Counselling we offer a wide range of services including; individual, couples/relationship(s), marriage, child/youth, family, and group counselling. In addition, we offer a wide range of alternative wellness services including; reiki/energy healing/ infrared light therapy, hypnotherapy, life coaching, art therapy, ecotherapy, walk-n-talk therapy, and animal-assisted therapy. We work with people aged 5 years and up from all backgrounds. We are also under the supervision of a psychologist for psychology billing needs.
Best Behaviour
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8T
We work with children and adolescents aged 7 to 17, and adults 18+, providing direct therapy and parental/caregiver support. We work with clients with a variety of diagnoses, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety, Depression, and other mental illnesses. We also work with clients who have not received a formal diagnosis. Some common reasons to seek therapy might be low or depressed mood, anxiety, emotional regulation/anger management/conflict with family members, peers, teachers or other behavioural challenges.
We work with children and adolescents aged 7 to 17, and adults 18+, providing direct therapy and parental/caregiver support. We work with clients with a variety of diagnoses, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety, Depression, and other mental illnesses. We also work with clients who have not received a formal diagnosis. Some common reasons to seek therapy might be low or depressed mood, anxiety, emotional regulation/anger management/conflict with family members, peers, teachers or other behavioural challenges.
When working with children and teens, I believe family support is vital to help create a positive and therapeutic environment in my sessions and at home.
Sometimes life can be challenging, and making changes feels daunting, and for young people it can be even harder. I specialize in helping children and youth cope with stressors and live their lives to the fullest. I can help parents and children navigate mental health diagnoses such as ADHD, anxiety, depression and ODD. I also support adult clients experiencing low self-esteem, child behavioural issues, trauma, family conflicts and parenting difficulties. I draw on modalities such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Solution Focused Therapy (SFT).
When working with children and teens, I believe family support is vital to help create a positive and therapeutic environment in my sessions and at home.
Sometimes life can be challenging, and making changes feels daunting, and for young people it can be even harder. I specialize in helping children and youth cope with stressors and live their lives to the fullest. I can help parents and children navigate mental health diagnoses such as ADHD, anxiety, depression and ODD. I also support adult clients experiencing low self-esteem, child behavioural issues, trauma, family conflicts and parenting difficulties. I draw on modalities such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Solution Focused Therapy (SFT).
Let's connect and navigate this path together to enhance your child’s emotional well-being and build stronger, more empathetic family and self relationships.
I have spent more than 20 years working with families of children with identified learning disorders, in another field, I have watched the struggle parents and kids experience. Frustration, concern, joy, fear.. the emotional impact these identified 'LD' children and their parents experience as they navigate school expectations and daily life. The highs and lows. The lack of motivation and low self-esteem. These are the reasons, I chose to become a counsellor. I want to support both parents and children to build better skills, and figure out how to be and love themselves - just as they are - to provide a safe space for growth.
Let's connect and navigate this path together to enhance your child’s emotional well-being and build stronger, more empathetic family and self relationships.
I have spent more than 20 years working with families of children with identified learning disorders, in another field, I have watched the struggle parents and kids experience. Frustration, concern, joy, fear.. the emotional impact these identified 'LD' children and their parents experience as they navigate school expectations and daily life. The highs and lows. The lack of motivation and low self-esteem. These are the reasons, I chose to become a counsellor. I want to support both parents and children to build better skills, and figure out how to be and love themselves - just as they are - to provide a safe space for growth.
Deanna Khes-Grabiec
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8P
My approach to care involves an integrative/humanistic approach while using a variety of evidence-based practices including Family Based Treatment for Anorexia/Bulimia (FBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
I focus on children, teenagers and young adults struggling with eating disorders/disordered eating, body image, anxiety, and perfectionism. I promote wellness beyond weight and address related social justice issues by approaching care from a Health at Every Size theoretical lens. Intrusive thoughts related to food, weight, and self-image can be overwhelming and by using a collaborative approach to discover self-compassion, food freedom, body acceptance, and self-confidence, patients can feel empowered.
My approach to care involves an integrative/humanistic approach while using a variety of evidence-based practices including Family Based Treatment for Anorexia/Bulimia (FBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
I focus on children, teenagers and young adults struggling with eating disorders/disordered eating, body image, anxiety, and perfectionism. I promote wellness beyond weight and address related social justice issues by approaching care from a Health at Every Size theoretical lens. Intrusive thoughts related to food, weight, and self-image can be overwhelming and by using a collaborative approach to discover self-compassion, food freedom, body acceptance, and self-confidence, patients can feel empowered.
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Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.