Elders (65+) Therapists in Hamilton, ON

Hello and Warmest Welcome! I am Ikram and I offer telehealth across Canada. Reaching out for support is not easy and can be a scary and ovewhelming process. I get that the hardest thing we ever do is ask for help and I am so glad that you made it this far. Are you ready to deal with unresolved trauma? Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or anxious? Are you experiencing difficulties in your relationships, feeling shame, lost, or misunderstood? Is that voice in your head getting louder and stronger at reminding you of your shortcomings or that you are not good enough? If any of this resonates with you, keep reading…

I am passionate about helping you overcome your unique struggles and feel better! I work with you to manage your challenges and assist you in making long-term positive change. At your own pace, we will explore your current challenges, confront your past, navigate your future, and develop effective coping skills. We will work together to rebuild the life of wellness you deserve. I have several years of experience with overcoming anxiety/various anxiety related issues, and can also help with depression/low mood, stress, and sleep issues.

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.

Welcome, you have taken a significant step in visiting this site. I am a non-judgmental client-centred therapist who is here to help and support you no matter what your counselling goals are, and no matter where you are in your journey of discovery, coping, or healing. I approach each client with compassion, empathy, and clinical experience. I have worked with a variety of matters and populations, including but not limited to, adolescents, youth, adults, couples, and families, struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, sexuality, stress management, emotion regulation, family issues, grief and loss, and so much more.

Do you wish you “felt better?” or had tools to cope, or are you wanting to feel more like yourself again? Does low mood, anxiety, or stress have you feeling stuck? Is there a part of you that is looking for support in moving forward or in making some change? Do you want to better understand how your past effects your present? My job is to support you in reaching therapy goals by helping create more self-awareness and confidence, by teaching coping methods, and paving the path to long-term change. My aim is to create a space to explore your thoughts and experiences without the outside judgment and bias in your day-to-day.

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.

You may be seeking counselling because you are in a difficult season of life, want an opportunity for personal growth, or simply need a space that feels safe to process what is challenging. Sometimes, it can even be helpful to hold space with a compassionate other in trying moments. Whatever your goals or reason for seeking counselling, I approach you as the expert of your own life. I see myself as a skilled and dedicated collaborator who will use my education, experience, and resources in our time together in a way that is empowering for you. Together, we can work towards your personal version of wellness or success.

Life challenges can leave us feeling overwhelmed, alone, and stuck. You’re someone who wants to make changes, but you’re not sure where to begin, you’re feeling anxious and stressed. You’ve experienced grief and loss, finding it hard to move forward. But you’re ready to make a change. You’re ready to feel understood. Working through these challenging times can be the key to creating the life you want. I'm here to help you find calm, hope, and control in your life again. I want to help you get there.

We all find ourselves entangled in our thoughts and emotions, leading to struggles in various aspects of our lives, including anxiety, depression and relationship issues. However, we possess the power to make a conscious decision to liberate ourselves from these entanglements and embrace a fulfilling existence. I prioritize your needs, ensuring that you are the focal point of my attention. Together, we create an environment characterized by openness, curiosity, and compassion.

I am a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist. He holds a Bachelors Degree in Social Work from York University (1992) and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Toronto (1993). I am also a member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, as well as the Ontario Association of Social Workers. I take a very client-centred approach to providing therapy services and am well-versed in principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) in a trauma-informed manner.

It is my intention to create a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship with warmth, compassion, and humour to help clients work through difficult emotions, and generate inner resources, self-care, and self-compassion. There are so many reasons why we struggle and suffer. As my client, you count and your thoughts and feelings matter to me. I have 25+ years of experience helping people of all ages with depression, anxiety, burn-out, grief, anger problems, relationship issues, life transitions, adjusting to health changes, and emotion regulation. The practices of mindfulness, compassion, and self-compassion guide my work.

I work with individuals and couples struggling with a wide variety of issues, such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, past trauma, grief, low self-esteem and life transitions. Therapy can heal old wounds, change unwanted thoughts or behaviors and improve relationships with yourself and others. I offer a safe, respectful and nonjudgmental environment, where you may expect to be treated with compassion and empathy. My eclectic approach allows me to utilize the best methods and techniques of treatment to fit each individual client or couple. We will work together as a team to reach your goals and bring about needed change.

There are various aspects our lives that can interfere with our personal success, social and family relationships, mental stability and overall well-being. Taking care of these needs are an important part of maintaining ones mental health. As a counsellor my job is to help clients identify what these needs are and help my clients address them. I have completed my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and work as a counselling associate with the Compassion Project. My group supervision sessions are with Pauline O'Brien, Ed.D., CCC-S, CCS-AC, RP and my individual clinical supervisor is Alyssa Koenderink, MACP, RP.

How do you move forward when you long to break cycles in your personal or relational life, but can't seem to make it happen? In the face of overwhelming emotions, how do you find your way back to a baseline of ease and alignment with your values? If these questions stir something in you, I’m glad you’re here. I help adults who are feeling emotionally "stuck" to break cycles and heal trauma by befriending your emotions, regulating your nervous system, and tapping into your body's innate wisdom and resources, so that you can shift out of survival mode into a state of enriching connection to yourself and others.

Life can be difficult - we all go through struggles as we navigate the ups and downs of our experience. This can be further complicated when we're a member of a minority or marginalized group. As a queer woman myself, I am passionate about working with other queer individuals to help them explore and discover who they are, and how they want to express themselves in the world. Whether you're struggling with your sexuality, gender identity, depression, anxiety, or just having a hard time managing stress and life changes - I'm here to help!

My practice is grounded in self-exploration, relationships, and discovering personal meaning. I work with people who want to better understand themselves and make sense of their experiences. You might be looking to feel more secure in your relationships, to feel more balanced and less overwhelmed, or you want to understand your emotions and what's keeping you stuck in the same patterns. Gaining a deeper understanding of your needs and patterns can help us build on strengths and explore areas for change and growth.

Living with a chronic illness or disability, or being a family caregiver for a loved one, is complicated and life-changing. Chronic pain, fatigue, medical trauma, burnout, and isolation are all very real challenges that can take a negative toll on your mental health and impact your relationships. I know you have had to do a ton of advocating for yourself or your loved one to ensure needs are being met, and there still remain far too many barriers to getting the support you deserve. You should not have to do this alone. It IS possible to regain control of your life and have a supportive team collaborating with you to meet your goals!

Embarking on a journey of healing is like taking steps toward a life of health and wellness. In my role, I strive to cultivate a nurturing environment where you can feel secure and embraced as you draw upon your inner strength, progressing towards a state of well-being. My mission involves crafting a space that encourages you to bring forth your true self without any reservations, fostering an atmosphere free from judgment or fear. With a foundation rooted in inclusive and trauma-informed practices, I aim to guide you towards recognizing your strengths and shaping a positive narrative, over the past 15 years.

Do you feel conflicted and confused about your purpose and meaning in life? Are you struggling with the relationship that you have with yourself and others? To live is to experience human struggle; human struggle within ourselves and with others. Navigating life’s challenges and problems in uncertain times can feel lonely and overwhelming. Thoughts, emotions and behaviours make it difficult to live in the present, leaving us anxious and unsettled about the future. Although we cannot choose our struggles, every human being has within themselves the agency and freedom to navigate their pathway forward.