Therapists in Hamilton, ON
I provide a safe place for clients to share their most vulnerable thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I help you figure out what is keeping you stuck and work with you toward the goals that you believe will make your life more fulfilling. I do this by helping you challenge thoughts and beliefs that leave you feeling sad or anxious, helping you understand and share your emotions with others, and by aiding you in changing behaviours you no longer find useful. I use a combination of Emotionally Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
I provide a safe place for clients to share their most vulnerable thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I help you figure out what is keeping you stuck and work with you toward the goals that you believe will make your life more fulfilling. I do this by helping you challenge thoughts and beliefs that leave you feeling sad or anxious, helping you understand and share your emotions with others, and by aiding you in changing behaviours you no longer find useful. I use a combination of Emotionally Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
Stress highly depletes your energy to deal with problems. When feeling tired, frustrated and hopeless, it can seem like there are no solutions. In a safe, calm environment, where you feel accepted just as you are, you begin to develop self-compassion. By being gentle with yourself, coming from a place of non-judgement, you can attain so much. Trust allows you to open and us to work together to explore what is at the root of the problem. As you explore thoughts and feelings, you become more self-aware. Your energy increases and you become stronger, then able to learn effective coping skills to overcome challenges and to thrive.
Stress highly depletes your energy to deal with problems. When feeling tired, frustrated and hopeless, it can seem like there are no solutions. In a safe, calm environment, where you feel accepted just as you are, you begin to develop self-compassion. By being gentle with yourself, coming from a place of non-judgement, you can attain so much. Trust allows you to open and us to work together to explore what is at the root of the problem. As you explore thoughts and feelings, you become more self-aware. Your energy increases and you become stronger, then able to learn effective coping skills to overcome challenges and to thrive.
Are you or someone you love struggling with anxiety, panic, depression, or lack of motivation? Are you or your loved ones dealing with relationship difficulties and would like to develop tools and skills to both cope with the now and move forward? I connect with clients with the belief that everyone has both immense strengths that they've already used to solve past problems in their lives, and a capacity to learn new ways of understanding their own lives, their own mind and beliefs, and their own way of acting.
Are you or someone you love struggling with anxiety, panic, depression, or lack of motivation? Are you or your loved ones dealing with relationship difficulties and would like to develop tools and skills to both cope with the now and move forward? I connect with clients with the belief that everyone has both immense strengths that they've already used to solve past problems in their lives, and a capacity to learn new ways of understanding their own lives, their own mind and beliefs, and their own way of acting.
Are you experiencing stress, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, OCD symptoms, or conflict within your family? You may be navigating addiction recovery, grief, divorce, postpartum transitions, behavioural concerns, or performance-related pressure. When these challenges begin to interfere with daily functioning, relationships, or overall stability, structured therapeutic support can make a meaningful difference. I provide practical skills, evidence-based tools, and strategic interventions designed to strengthen emotional regulation, reduce anxiety and compulsive patterns, improve communication, and support lasting, measurable change
Are you experiencing stress, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, OCD symptoms, or conflict within your family? You may be navigating addiction recovery, grief, divorce, postpartum transitions, behavioural concerns, or performance-related pressure. When these challenges begin to interfere with daily functioning, relationships, or overall stability, structured therapeutic support can make a meaningful difference. I provide practical skills, evidence-based tools, and strategic interventions designed to strengthen emotional regulation, reduce anxiety and compulsive patterns, improve communication, and support lasting, measurable change
I believe that human-to-human connection is the most powerful remedy we have for suffering, and the greatest predictor of therapeutic success is the quality of the relationship between client and therapist. I am deeply grateful to have experienced first hand the transformative power of a strong, supportive therapeutic relationship. I bring that experience as a client, along with over a decade of clinical experience, to this work. My role is to support you in ways tailored to your individual needs so you may better understand yourself, connect with your agency, expand your capacity, and feel greater wellbeing in your daily life.
I believe that human-to-human connection is the most powerful remedy we have for suffering, and the greatest predictor of therapeutic success is the quality of the relationship between client and therapist. I am deeply grateful to have experienced first hand the transformative power of a strong, supportive therapeutic relationship. I bring that experience as a client, along with over a decade of clinical experience, to this work. My role is to support you in ways tailored to your individual needs so you may better understand yourself, connect with your agency, expand your capacity, and feel greater wellbeing in your daily life.
With locations in Hamilton and Cambridge! Extensive experience working with trauma exposed professionals (first responders, frontline health care workers, military and veteran population). I have provided psychological assessment and treatment to adults and couples since 2004. My treatment focus includes utilizing a variety of therapeutic interventions, such as CBT, CPT, EMDR, prolonged exposure and other trauma treatment modalities. Clinically, my broad range of experience includes working with individuals and couples struggling with mood disorders, anxiety, bereavement and trauma.
With locations in Hamilton and Cambridge! Extensive experience working with trauma exposed professionals (first responders, frontline health care workers, military and veteran population). I have provided psychological assessment and treatment to adults and couples since 2004. My treatment focus includes utilizing a variety of therapeutic interventions, such as CBT, CPT, EMDR, prolonged exposure and other trauma treatment modalities. Clinically, my broad range of experience includes working with individuals and couples struggling with mood disorders, anxiety, bereavement and trauma.
Do you ever think, “It’s like I know what to do, I just can’t seem to get myself to do it”?
Do you feel stuck and exhausted, as if there is a fight is going on inside you? I am a Social Worker who is committed to walking alongside you as you navigate the internal and external challenges of life. In my sessions, you can count on warmth, authenticity, and compassion from me as I support you in exploring and befriending your inner world using evidence-based therapeutic approaches like Internal Family Systems and Cognitive Processing.
Do you ever think, “It’s like I know what to do, I just can’t seem to get myself to do it”?
Do you feel stuck and exhausted, as if there is a fight is going on inside you? I am a Social Worker who is committed to walking alongside you as you navigate the internal and external challenges of life. In my sessions, you can count on warmth, authenticity, and compassion from me as I support you in exploring and befriending your inner world using evidence-based therapeutic approaches like Internal Family Systems and Cognitive Processing.
My approach is guided by principles of integrity, non-judgement, collaboration, curiosity, and compassion. I view my clients holistically and regard what they bring to therapy as subject to nuance. I have spent over 10 years doing community-based harm reduction work. I am well-versed in working with clients to build an atmosphere where they feel safe, equipped and empowered to address and overcome their unique challenges. I understand that such spaces can only be created by actively listening to, and applying feedback from my clients and adapting my practice accordingly.
My approach is guided by principles of integrity, non-judgement, collaboration, curiosity, and compassion. I view my clients holistically and regard what they bring to therapy as subject to nuance. I have spent over 10 years doing community-based harm reduction work. I am well-versed in working with clients to build an atmosphere where they feel safe, equipped and empowered to address and overcome their unique challenges. I understand that such spaces can only be created by actively listening to, and applying feedback from my clients and adapting my practice accordingly.
Kayla is a Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and an Accredited Family Mediator with The Ontario Association for Family Mediation. She holds a Master of Social Work degree from Wilfrid Laurier University and a Family Mediation certificate from York University. For a decade she has been working in the field and for various sectors, including child welfare, education, health care and community agencies. She has been privileged to serve a wide range of demographics and ages. She is committed to practising evidence-based interventions.
Kayla is a Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and an Accredited Family Mediator with The Ontario Association for Family Mediation. She holds a Master of Social Work degree from Wilfrid Laurier University and a Family Mediation certificate from York University. For a decade she has been working in the field and for various sectors, including child welfare, education, health care and community agencies. She has been privileged to serve a wide range of demographics and ages. She is committed to practising evidence-based interventions.
Are you feeling like the ground beneath you has shifted? Or that life feels like you are just going through the motions? Maybe you’ve spent your life caring for others, achieving goals, or simply keeping things together—and now, you are exhausted, anxious, or disconnected from yourself. You can’t imagine facing the next chapter of your life unless something changes. Whether it’s unresolved trauma resurfacing, navigating perimenopause or menopause, or facing the deep questions that often arise in midlife—this season can feel overwhelming and isolating. But you don’t have to go through it alone.
Are you feeling like the ground beneath you has shifted? Or that life feels like you are just going through the motions? Maybe you’ve spent your life caring for others, achieving goals, or simply keeping things together—and now, you are exhausted, anxious, or disconnected from yourself. You can’t imagine facing the next chapter of your life unless something changes. Whether it’s unresolved trauma resurfacing, navigating perimenopause or menopause, or facing the deep questions that often arise in midlife—this season can feel overwhelming and isolating. But you don’t have to go through it alone.
Noia Wellness | Therapy in Hamilton
Registered Psychotherapist, MPsy, MSc, MACP, MSW
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8P
We help people overcome anxiety, people pleasing, life changes, or the constant pressure to always “be okay.” Is this you: Maybe your mind won’t stop racing, regardless of how tired you are? Or, maybe you’ve been holding it all together for everyone else? Smiling on the outside, while inside you feel like you’re barely keeping up? We get it—the exhaustion of overthinking, the pressure to be perfect, the weight of masking who you really are, and the quiet fear that maybe this is just how life will always feel. At Noia, we see you, and we're here to help. We use evidence-based tools to create lasting and deep change.
We help people overcome anxiety, people pleasing, life changes, or the constant pressure to always “be okay.” Is this you: Maybe your mind won’t stop racing, regardless of how tired you are? Or, maybe you’ve been holding it all together for everyone else? Smiling on the outside, while inside you feel like you’re barely keeping up? We get it—the exhaustion of overthinking, the pressure to be perfect, the weight of masking who you really are, and the quiet fear that maybe this is just how life will always feel. At Noia, we see you, and we're here to help. We use evidence-based tools to create lasting and deep change.
Affordable therapy spaces available! Are you experiencing symptoms of stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, or identity issues? Are you feeling disconnected from yourself or those around you, and unsure of what next steps you should take? If so, you are not alone! Life throws many challenges our way that can be overwhelming. At Roots in Wellness, our goal is to empower you with strategies to cope with life’s difficult situations, minimize your suffering, and live a life that is meaningful to you. We are proud to offer low cost therapy, as we believe that finances shouldn’t prevent you from accessing help when you need it.
Affordable therapy spaces available! Are you experiencing symptoms of stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, or identity issues? Are you feeling disconnected from yourself or those around you, and unsure of what next steps you should take? If so, you are not alone! Life throws many challenges our way that can be overwhelming. At Roots in Wellness, our goal is to empower you with strategies to cope with life’s difficult situations, minimize your suffering, and live a life that is meaningful to you. We are proud to offer low cost therapy, as we believe that finances shouldn’t prevent you from accessing help when you need it.
Accepting NEW Clients – Are you tired of the cycle of feeling not 'good enough' or people pleasing? Do you want to move past past experiences, daily stressors, low self-esteem, anxiety, or low moods? Do you want to learn more about ADHD or managing it neurodivergence? Do you always feel exhausted and drained but aren't sure why? Have lingering trauma affecting your life or relationships? Do you feel resistant to kindness towards yourself, or want to learn how to practice more of it? We'll work together at a pace that feels good to you and shape a path forward that reconnects you with yourself and your goals.
Accepting NEW Clients – Are you tired of the cycle of feeling not 'good enough' or people pleasing? Do you want to move past past experiences, daily stressors, low self-esteem, anxiety, or low moods? Do you want to learn more about ADHD or managing it neurodivergence? Do you always feel exhausted and drained but aren't sure why? Have lingering trauma affecting your life or relationships? Do you feel resistant to kindness towards yourself, or want to learn how to practice more of it? We'll work together at a pace that feels good to you and shape a path forward that reconnects you with yourself and your goals.
Navigating life and relationships can be challenging, exhausting, confusing, and downright overwhelming. In a world where one is constantly connected through social media, increasingly, we can feel isolated and alone as we strive to meet relationship and work demands, while living up to our own personal and relational expectations. In seasons of uncertainty, it is normal to feel a sense of spinning out of control, and struggling with where do I go from here? The thought of therapy can be scary, which is why I am committed to creating an environment of trust and understanding.
Navigating life and relationships can be challenging, exhausting, confusing, and downright overwhelming. In a world where one is constantly connected through social media, increasingly, we can feel isolated and alone as we strive to meet relationship and work demands, while living up to our own personal and relational expectations. In seasons of uncertainty, it is normal to feel a sense of spinning out of control, and struggling with where do I go from here? The thought of therapy can be scary, which is why I am committed to creating an environment of trust and understanding.
If you have found your way here, chances are you are exhausted in a way that goes deeper than tired. Maybe you are a high-achiever who has burnt yourself out caring for everyone else, or a mother carrying an invisible load that nobody else seems to see. Maybe you have recently received a neurodivergent diagnosis and are sitting somewhere between relief and grief. Maybe you are a parent watching your child struggle and not knowing how to help.
I've have lived many of these realities.
I believe that these lived experiences help me to bring so much compassion and empathy to my work
- Something you deserve right now.
If you have found your way here, chances are you are exhausted in a way that goes deeper than tired. Maybe you are a high-achiever who has burnt yourself out caring for everyone else, or a mother carrying an invisible load that nobody else seems to see. Maybe you have recently received a neurodivergent diagnosis and are sitting somewhere between relief and grief. Maybe you are a parent watching your child struggle and not knowing how to help.
I've have lived many of these realities.
I believe that these lived experiences help me to bring so much compassion and empathy to my work
- Something you deserve right now.
Socrates famously said, “the unexamined life is not worth living.” The examined life provides meaning to life, understanding oneself to understand their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. I utilize Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to examine client’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and how they influence their anxiety, depression, relationships, core values, and underlying assumptions. I offer diverse life experiences that provide unique insights into client’s issues. Together we can work towards your ideal life.
Socrates famously said, “the unexamined life is not worth living.” The examined life provides meaning to life, understanding oneself to understand their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. I utilize Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to examine client’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and how they influence their anxiety, depression, relationships, core values, and underlying assumptions. I offer diverse life experiences that provide unique insights into client’s issues. Together we can work towards your ideal life.
Are you a woman who finds herself feeling constantly overwhelmed? Are you plagued by thoughts that no matter how hard you try you feel like you are disappointing those closest to you? If so, you are not alone. There are so many messages about what women should be doing, feeling and looking like that it's easy to forget what matters to us as individuals. From the start, we need to empower our girls to celebrate what makes them unique so that they are able to flourish through the teenage years. Most importantly, women need to be grounded in who they are to navigate the conflicting roles of professional, partner, mother and lover.
Are you a woman who finds herself feeling constantly overwhelmed? Are you plagued by thoughts that no matter how hard you try you feel like you are disappointing those closest to you? If so, you are not alone. There are so many messages about what women should be doing, feeling and looking like that it's easy to forget what matters to us as individuals. From the start, we need to empower our girls to celebrate what makes them unique so that they are able to flourish through the teenage years. Most importantly, women need to be grounded in who they are to navigate the conflicting roles of professional, partner, mother and lover.
I offer CBT therapy for anxiety, OCD, emetophobia, and burnout for teens and adults across Ontario and BC. You might appear to have things together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed by what’s happening internally. Maybe your mind feels constantly “on,” caught in cycles of overthinking, worry, or pressure that never quite lets up. Or perhaps intrusive thoughts, fears, and rituals are taking up more of your day than you’d like. These experiences can look very different on the surface, but they often share the same core: a mind that has learned to manage uncertainty by staying in constant motion. That’s tiring.
I offer CBT therapy for anxiety, OCD, emetophobia, and burnout for teens and adults across Ontario and BC. You might appear to have things together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed by what’s happening internally. Maybe your mind feels constantly “on,” caught in cycles of overthinking, worry, or pressure that never quite lets up. Or perhaps intrusive thoughts, fears, and rituals are taking up more of your day than you’d like. These experiences can look very different on the surface, but they often share the same core: a mind that has learned to manage uncertainty by staying in constant motion. That’s tiring.
You’re functioning, but exhausted. Some days you tell yourself you’re fine; other days everything feels heavy. Your patience is thin, your mood is low, and the mental load feels relentless. If you’re pregnant, postpartum, or living with the impact of a difficult or traumatic birth, you may feel disconnected from yourself or guilty for not feeling how you expected. You want relief, clarity, and support that fits your real life — not one more thing to manage.
You’re functioning, but exhausted. Some days you tell yourself you’re fine; other days everything feels heavy. Your patience is thin, your mood is low, and the mental load feels relentless. If you’re pregnant, postpartum, or living with the impact of a difficult or traumatic birth, you may feel disconnected from yourself or guilty for not feeling how you expected. You want relief, clarity, and support that fits your real life — not one more thing to manage.
You’ve always been the "reliable one." The rock. The person everyone turns to because they know you’ll get it done. But lately, being the one who holds it all together has started to feel like a cage. You’re juggling the the career, PT meetings, and the household, yet you feel like you’re falling apart in private.
As the resentment builds, you wonder: Who takes care of me? You’ve tied your worth to your productivity, convinced that if you stop providing, you’re worthless. Whether you are a parent, a partner, or a professional, the pressure to be "perfect" is eroding your energy. It’s time to stop disappearing into your roles.
You’ve always been the "reliable one." The rock. The person everyone turns to because they know you’ll get it done. But lately, being the one who holds it all together has started to feel like a cage. You’re juggling the the career, PT meetings, and the household, yet you feel like you’re falling apart in private.
As the resentment builds, you wonder: Who takes care of me? You’ve tied your worth to your productivity, convinced that if you stop providing, you’re worthless. Whether you are a parent, a partner, or a professional, the pressure to be "perfect" is eroding your energy. It’s time to stop disappearing into your roles.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Hamilton, ON
1.000+
Average cost per session
$159
Counsellors in Hamilton, ON who prioritize treating:
| 94% | Anxiety |
| 94% | Social Anxiety |
| 94% | Health Anxiety |
| 94% | Driving Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 81% | Self Esteem |
| 80% | Relationship Issues |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 82% | SunLife |
| 81% | Green Shield Canada |
| 79% | Manulife |
How Counsellors in Hamilton, ON see their clients
| 57% | In Person and Online | |
| 43% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 83% | Female | |
| 15% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Hamilton?
Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postal code, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postal code into the search bar.
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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.