Therapists for Seniors in Gravenhurst, ON
Children, teens and adults of all ages with a variety of issues come to see me for issues such as, trauma, anxiety/stress, depression, attachment issues, grief/loss, relationship difficulties, behavioural challenges, low self-esteem/confidence/self identity, life transitions, separation, eating disorders, sexual and physical assault, PTSD, and a variety of other issues. I am a registered psychotherapist, expressive arts therapist and certified play therapist. I use a strength-based, collaborative approach and use a variety of integrative evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
Children, teens and adults of all ages with a variety of issues come to see me for issues such as, trauma, anxiety/stress, depression, attachment issues, grief/loss, relationship difficulties, behavioural challenges, low self-esteem/confidence/self identity, life transitions, separation, eating disorders, sexual and physical assault, PTSD, and a variety of other issues. I am a registered psychotherapist, expressive arts therapist and certified play therapist. I use a strength-based, collaborative approach and use a variety of integrative evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
Hello. Perhaps you have found your way to this page because you are looking for some support with how you're feeling. Maybe you're experiencing anxiety or stress that you're not able to manage as you once did. Are you going through a significant change or experiencing a loss? Perhaps you're finding your emotions to be overwhelming and starting to interfere with your relationships, your goals, your work, or the things you love doing. Maybe you're struggling in relationships with your family, friends, or colleagues. Whatever it is that brought you here, you're in the right place. You've taken the first step, don't stop now.
Hello. Perhaps you have found your way to this page because you are looking for some support with how you're feeling. Maybe you're experiencing anxiety or stress that you're not able to manage as you once did. Are you going through a significant change or experiencing a loss? Perhaps you're finding your emotions to be overwhelming and starting to interfere with your relationships, your goals, your work, or the things you love doing. Maybe you're struggling in relationships with your family, friends, or colleagues. Whatever it is that brought you here, you're in the right place. You've taken the first step, don't stop now.
Andrea Butler
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, BEd, BA
2 Endorsed
Gravenhurst, ON P1P
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with grief, trauma, family conflicts, life changes, alcohol or major life changes? Do you feel the weight of seasonal shifts or find yourself overwhelmed by persistent, unwanted thoughts? You don’t have to face these challenges alone. I am committed to helping individuals, couples and families navigate their difficulties with a compassionate, strengths-based and client-centred approach. With a background in addiction work with some of the most vulnerable populations, we can focus on understanding the impact of past traumas while working toward healing.
Are you struggling with grief, trauma, family conflicts, life changes, alcohol or major life changes? Do you feel the weight of seasonal shifts or find yourself overwhelmed by persistent, unwanted thoughts? You don’t have to face these challenges alone. I am committed to helping individuals, couples and families navigate their difficulties with a compassionate, strengths-based and client-centred approach. With a background in addiction work with some of the most vulnerable populations, we can focus on understanding the impact of past traumas while working toward healing.
What if it’s addiction and you’ve just been avoiding the word? How many versions of you are you trying to keep alive?
I’m not here to judge. I’ve lived it. I know the mental torment, the control, the secrets, the lies, the shame. The exhausting effort to keep it together. How addiction convinces you you’re fine until you’re not. The “never again” promises that don’t last. The isolation, even in a full room. I know how heavy it is to keep showing up while hiding this other version of yourself.
Want to talk through this all? I’m here for that. No fluff. No filters. Just a space to ask the hard questions and start living differently.
What if it’s addiction and you’ve just been avoiding the word? How many versions of you are you trying to keep alive?
I’m not here to judge. I’ve lived it. I know the mental torment, the control, the secrets, the lies, the shame. The exhausting effort to keep it together. How addiction convinces you you’re fine until you’re not. The “never again” promises that don’t last. The isolation, even in a full room. I know how heavy it is to keep showing up while hiding this other version of yourself.
Want to talk through this all? I’m here for that. No fluff. No filters. Just a space to ask the hard questions and start living differently.
I am a Registered Social Worker with over 10yrs of experience in supporting individuals as they work towards improving their quality of life, relationships, and mental health. My therapeutic approach is culturally sensitive, client-centered, and collaborative. By creating a safe space for self-reflection and processing, I incorporate peoples’ strengths into our work and develop wellness strategies to help people cope with, heal from, and overcome challenges.
I am a Registered Social Worker with over 10yrs of experience in supporting individuals as they work towards improving their quality of life, relationships, and mental health. My therapeutic approach is culturally sensitive, client-centered, and collaborative. By creating a safe space for self-reflection and processing, I incorporate peoples’ strengths into our work and develop wellness strategies to help people cope with, heal from, and overcome challenges.
When you were growing up, you couldn't wait to become an adult. Now that you're here, you're stressed, overwhelmed and exhausted from constantly trying to keep it all together. Whether you're always battling anxiety, facing a difficult transition, feeling stuck in your relationships or unable to create the change you've been longing for, you are tired of just barely managing to stay afloat. Life is far from easy but you certainly don't have to face it alone. This is where I come in.
When you were growing up, you couldn't wait to become an adult. Now that you're here, you're stressed, overwhelmed and exhausted from constantly trying to keep it all together. Whether you're always battling anxiety, facing a difficult transition, feeling stuck in your relationships or unable to create the change you've been longing for, you are tired of just barely managing to stay afloat. Life is far from easy but you certainly don't have to face it alone. This is where I come in.
SoulScape Services - Anxiety/Depression/Trauma
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, BA, RP
Gravenhurst, ON P1P
Are you searching for someone you truly connect with—someone safe enough to share your struggles? Maybe you’ve looked for support but find it hard to meet your deeper self fully so change can happen. If you’re done overthinking and want real relief and lasting shifts inside, depth work might be your answer. Lasting change comes from knowing yourself deeply and addressing what’s beneath the surface.
Are you searching for someone you truly connect with—someone safe enough to share your struggles? Maybe you’ve looked for support but find it hard to meet your deeper self fully so change can happen. If you’re done overthinking and want real relief and lasting shifts inside, depth work might be your answer. Lasting change comes from knowing yourself deeply and addressing what’s beneath the surface.
Many clients come to therapy with chronic feelings of disconnection or loneliness, as well as the feeling of being stuck, lost or untrue to oneself. I applaud you for making it here and considering psychotherapy as a tool for self-discovery and for facilitating meaningful change.
I work with individuals seeking greater clarity, confidence, connection, and fulfillment. Together, we will move at a pace that feels right to you and work to uncover your strengths, navigate challenges, and create a path forward that aligns with your values and goals.
Many clients come to therapy with chronic feelings of disconnection or loneliness, as well as the feeling of being stuck, lost or untrue to oneself. I applaud you for making it here and considering psychotherapy as a tool for self-discovery and for facilitating meaningful change.
I work with individuals seeking greater clarity, confidence, connection, and fulfillment. Together, we will move at a pace that feels right to you and work to uncover your strengths, navigate challenges, and create a path forward that aligns with your values and goals.
My work is client-centered and collaborative. In my practice I strive to offer practical tools and compassionate care to help people better connect with themselves and find solutions for their struggles be it with life transitions, relationships or career. I work with a lot of highly successful people struggling with stress and mood and help them foster growth, empowerment and fulfillment in their lives.
My work is client-centered and collaborative. In my practice I strive to offer practical tools and compassionate care to help people better connect with themselves and find solutions for their struggles be it with life transitions, relationships or career. I work with a lot of highly successful people struggling with stress and mood and help them foster growth, empowerment and fulfillment in their lives.
Allie works with adults who are struggling with self-criticism, perfectionism, anxiety, depression, compassion fatigue, and burnout. With over 10 years of experience in the field, Allie is trained in several modalities, but works mostly with narrative therapy, and mindfulness techniques. Allie especially loves working with artists, creatives, and entrepreneurs who are finding that perfectionism, self-criticism, and past beliefs are getting in the way of connecting with their passion.
Allie works with adults who are struggling with self-criticism, perfectionism, anxiety, depression, compassion fatigue, and burnout. With over 10 years of experience in the field, Allie is trained in several modalities, but works mostly with narrative therapy, and mindfulness techniques. Allie especially loves working with artists, creatives, and entrepreneurs who are finding that perfectionism, self-criticism, and past beliefs are getting in the way of connecting with their passion.
With over 10 years experience as an Emergency Crisis Responder, I’ve witnessed firsthand the impact tragedy can have on individuals and families alike. The physical and emotional effect on those that have been victims of a crime or have experienced sudden loss can be overwhelming. It is because of this work I’ve devoted my practice to helping victims understand and comprehend their emotions and circumstances. By providing a safe, supportive and confidential environment, together we will work on processing the trauma and start the journey towards healing.
With over 10 years experience as an Emergency Crisis Responder, I’ve witnessed firsthand the impact tragedy can have on individuals and families alike. The physical and emotional effect on those that have been victims of a crime or have experienced sudden loss can be overwhelming. It is because of this work I’ve devoted my practice to helping victims understand and comprehend their emotions and circumstances. By providing a safe, supportive and confidential environment, together we will work on processing the trauma and start the journey towards healing.
Bridge Therapy Services is an inclusive, anti-oppressive therapy practice dedicated to supporting individuals, children, youth, couples, and families through life's challenges. We provide a compassionate, client-centered approach where everyone can feel seen, heard, and valued. In a safe and non-judgmental space, we help you explore your emotions, heal from past wounds, and build the tools you need to move forward with resilience and confidence. Grounded in evidence-based practices, our personalized care empowers you to find balance, clarity, and strength in all aspects of life—while honouring your unique identity and experiences.
Bridge Therapy Services is an inclusive, anti-oppressive therapy practice dedicated to supporting individuals, children, youth, couples, and families through life's challenges. We provide a compassionate, client-centered approach where everyone can feel seen, heard, and valued. In a safe and non-judgmental space, we help you explore your emotions, heal from past wounds, and build the tools you need to move forward with resilience and confidence. Grounded in evidence-based practices, our personalized care empowers you to find balance, clarity, and strength in all aspects of life—while honouring your unique identity and experiences.
There are many life changes that bring people to meet with a counsellor. Whether you are seeking to manage your anger, depression, anxiety or to cope with a crisis in you and your family/marriage or build more interpersonal communication skills. I provide counselling for Individuals, marriage or couples therapy. There are many tools that can help you cope with stressful events. Together we can build a treatment plan that meets your goals. Taking the first step to call can be overwhelming, it can also be rewarding when you find that there are tools available to help with achieving your goals.
There are many life changes that bring people to meet with a counsellor. Whether you are seeking to manage your anger, depression, anxiety or to cope with a crisis in you and your family/marriage or build more interpersonal communication skills. I provide counselling for Individuals, marriage or couples therapy. There are many tools that can help you cope with stressful events. Together we can build a treatment plan that meets your goals. Taking the first step to call can be overwhelming, it can also be rewarding when you find that there are tools available to help with achieving your goals.
I provide trauma-informed counselling and psychotherapy for teens, young adults, and adults in Muskoka, including Bracebridge, Gravenhurst, Huntsville, and surrounding areas. I support clients navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, self-esteem concerns, loneliness, life transitions, mental health disorders, and relationship issues.
My approach is warm, supportive & practical, helping you build resilience, confidence, coping skills, and mental wellness. Together, we’ll work toward creating meaningful change so you can feel more grounded, capable, and aligned with the life you want. Sliding scale offered.
I provide trauma-informed counselling and psychotherapy for teens, young adults, and adults in Muskoka, including Bracebridge, Gravenhurst, Huntsville, and surrounding areas. I support clients navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, self-esteem concerns, loneliness, life transitions, mental health disorders, and relationship issues.
My approach is warm, supportive & practical, helping you build resilience, confidence, coping skills, and mental wellness. Together, we’ll work toward creating meaningful change so you can feel more grounded, capable, and aligned with the life you want. Sliding scale offered.
Accepting Clients for Online Therapy - You are someone who cares deeply, about others, your relationships, your family, your work - but lately, it feels like too much. You are feeling anxious, burned out, maybe even a little lost. You have been putting yourself last for too long, and it’s catching up with you. Deep down, you know it’s time for a change. There is a growing need to care for yourself the way you care for everyone else. You want to feel more like you again - calmer, more connected, and able to move through life and relationships with a little more ease.
Accepting Clients for Online Therapy - You are someone who cares deeply, about others, your relationships, your family, your work - but lately, it feels like too much. You are feeling anxious, burned out, maybe even a little lost. You have been putting yourself last for too long, and it’s catching up with you. Deep down, you know it’s time for a change. There is a growing need to care for yourself the way you care for everyone else. You want to feel more like you again - calmer, more connected, and able to move through life and relationships with a little more ease.
With over 12 years of experience in various sectors for mental health, I offer a safe and inclusive space to help guide you towards clarity and an enhanced sense of self. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and compassion fatigue. Whether you are seeking support for yourself or someone you care for, I work collaboratively to gain a better sense of yourself, exploring previous wounds, and create shifts to move towards your desired self. I will help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself, and in turn more effective ways of coping.
With over 12 years of experience in various sectors for mental health, I offer a safe and inclusive space to help guide you towards clarity and an enhanced sense of self. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and compassion fatigue. Whether you are seeking support for yourself or someone you care for, I work collaboratively to gain a better sense of yourself, exploring previous wounds, and create shifts to move towards your desired self. I will help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself, and in turn more effective ways of coping.
I have many years of working in the human services field. I am a lifelong learner who has pursued my education through experiential learning and higher education. If you are looking for a therapist who provides you with presence, compassion, and insight into some of the challenges that come with living life, I would be happy to meet with you. I understand the effects of depression, anxiety, loss, grief, trauma-related issues and difficult family dynamics. If your goal is to deepen your understanding of your own life journey and seek support please feel welcome to reach out to me.
I have many years of working in the human services field. I am a lifelong learner who has pursued my education through experiential learning and higher education. If you are looking for a therapist who provides you with presence, compassion, and insight into some of the challenges that come with living life, I would be happy to meet with you. I understand the effects of depression, anxiety, loss, grief, trauma-related issues and difficult family dynamics. If your goal is to deepen your understanding of your own life journey and seek support please feel welcome to reach out to me.
I'm here to walk alongside you—and your family—through the challenges of trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, addiction, anger, grief, and complex family or employment issues. Using EMDR, ACT, DBT, IFS an integrated therapeutic approach, I offer compassionate, individualized care
Therapy is a journey of hope, healing, learning, and growth—grounded in who you are and who you are becoming. My goal is to create a safe, secure space where you can explore struggles and discover new possibilities Sometimes that journey calls for a caring, experienced guide. Most of all, I want you to know: you don’t have to walk it alone.
I'm here to walk alongside you—and your family—through the challenges of trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, addiction, anger, grief, and complex family or employment issues. Using EMDR, ACT, DBT, IFS an integrated therapeutic approach, I offer compassionate, individualized care
Therapy is a journey of hope, healing, learning, and growth—grounded in who you are and who you are becoming. My goal is to create a safe, secure space where you can explore struggles and discover new possibilities Sometimes that journey calls for a caring, experienced guide. Most of all, I want you to know: you don’t have to walk it alone.
Are you someone living with ADHD, Autism, anxiety, depression, chronic stress, or going through a major life transition and feeling emotionally exhausted? On the outside, you’re doing your best to keep up but inside, your thoughts feel loud, your emotions feel heavy, and you’re not sure how to slow things down. Do you want support that feels genuine, practical, non-judgmental or overwhelming? If you answered yes to any of these, we may be a great fit!
Are you someone living with ADHD, Autism, anxiety, depression, chronic stress, or going through a major life transition and feeling emotionally exhausted? On the outside, you’re doing your best to keep up but inside, your thoughts feel loud, your emotions feel heavy, and you’re not sure how to slow things down. Do you want support that feels genuine, practical, non-judgmental or overwhelming? If you answered yes to any of these, we may be a great fit!
Do you put your own needs last and feel overwhelmed, anxious, grieving, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? You may be navigating trauma, burnout, relationship challenges, health concerns, or feeling lost at school, work, or home. Some days, just getting through can feel exhausting and lonely. You want a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and understood without judgment. Together, we focus on helping you feel calmer, more grounded, and better able to cope, make sense of what you’re experiencing, and move forward with greater clarity, emotional stability, confidence, and a stronger sense of self in everyday life.
Do you put your own needs last and feel overwhelmed, anxious, grieving, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? You may be navigating trauma, burnout, relationship challenges, health concerns, or feeling lost at school, work, or home. Some days, just getting through can feel exhausting and lonely. You want a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and understood without judgment. Together, we focus on helping you feel calmer, more grounded, and better able to cope, make sense of what you’re experiencing, and move forward with greater clarity, emotional stability, confidence, and a stronger sense of self in everyday life.
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Nearby Seniors Counsellors Searches for Gravenhurst
- Bobcaygeon
- Bracebridge
- Coldwater
- Fenelon Falls
- Haliburton
- Huntsville
- Midland
- Minden
- Orillia
- Oro
- Penetanguishene
- Tiny
FAQ - About Therapy for Elders
Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?
Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and physical mobility challenges.
How is counselling for elderly different from counselling for other age groups?
In general, counselling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. Therapists who specialise in working with elderly clients generally have the same framework but may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counselling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.
How can therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?
Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.
What are the qualities to look for in therapists who see seniors?
Seniors counsellors, like mental health counselors in general, should be kind, empathetic, skilled at listening, and knowledgeable about their particular area of expertise. Counsellors specialising in working with the senior population should be very familiar with the aging process in general and the common conditions that the elderly can face, such as dementia, depression, loneliness, and/or physical illness. Many senior counsellors are also well-equipped to help caregivers and families navigate the aging process of their loved ones, and they may draw on Interpersonal Therapy to help facilitate improved interactions between seniors and those that care for them.