Elders (65+) Therapists in Hamilton, ON

In my practice, I work with individuals, couples and groups experiencing difficulties in a variety of areas. My clinical practice model primarily utilizes Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Emotion focused therapies, CBT, and Trauma informed practices with a client-centered approach. Providing a safe and comfortable space for individuals to explore and confront various issues is key to my practice.

Now accepting new clients.

My name is Savinna Frederiksen, I am a Registered Social Worker and a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers. I currently hold a faculty appointment as an Assistant Clinical Professor (PT) at McMaster University. I have been in the field of social work and psychotherapy for the last 20 years working in the several areas of mental health and addiction. I am a trained therapist for individual therapy, a group facilitator in multiple areas of psychotherapy which includes Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Attachment Based Therapy and Trauma Treatment.

Overwhelmed? Alone? Stuck ? Are you experiencing a transition in your life that seems unbearable? Are you feeling angst and anxiety that has overtaken your daily schedule? My approach is client centered, warm and non judgmental. I feel it is important to create a safe space for all individuals. I think addressing the whole individual (mind, body, and soul) is imperative to healing. For those who prefer, I am willing to discuss existential questions like “Who am I?, What is my life’s purpose?, What is my mission in life?” While sitting with me we can explore your connection with a Higher Power(God, Mother Earth, The Universe etc.)

Life can be very difficult at times and present us with challenges such as anxiety, depression, anger, loneliness, isolation, relationship issues, fear, trauma, grief, low self esteem and more. These can be very difficult and seem very out of control at times and become overwhelming. My hope is to offer you a safe space to share your life challenges, to come alongside of you in these challenges, to offer you a fresh perspective, offer understanding, and together, establish strategies to move forward in your journey that work best for you.

Trauma shows up in many different ways. Perhaps you’re experiencing anxiety, chronic stress, unexplained pain or illness, digestive issues, disturbing reminders of past events, past or current abuse or emotional numbness. Maybe you just haven't been able to shake the emotional effects of the pandemic on you and your family. With over 30 years of clinical experience providing psychotherapy services, I work with adults whose lives have been affected by such overwhelming feelings and situations, grief and loss, family and relationship concerns, emotional abuse, attachment wounds, intergenerational issues and workplace stressors.

I provide therapy for indivduals who struggle with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, anger mangement, relationship problems, low self esteem, trauma, childhood physical or sexual abuse histories, grief and loss, body image, eating disorders or life transitions. My approach as a psychotherapist is to provide a safe and empathic space for each client to be able to explore whatever struggles may be preventing them from living a life of authenticity, meaningfulness, and joy.

Hi There! Are you ready to dive deep? Are you ready to make changes in your life? I offer a respectful safe space with a wealth of life and professional experience to draw upon. I value authenticity, transparency and pace the therapuetic process to suit your needs and goals. As one of my colleagues recently commented after observing me in a practice session: I offer "palpable unconditional positive regard." If you are ready to be seen, heard and make change, I am here for you.

I'm so glad you are here and have taken the courageous step of seeking help. I'm confident that together we can work to help equip you with the necessary tools to help you face and overcome your challenges. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, due to a life transition, or a career change.it is important to know you don't have to be alone on this journey. I have the experience to help you achieve your goals, overcome these struggles, and live a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Since no two individuals are the same, I tailor our sessions together to address the challenges unique to you.

Are you feeling lost, stuck, or unsure how to cope with everything life has to throw at you? Are you struggling in your relationships with others or even with yourself? Sometimes understanding how to support ourselves and know what we need can be difficult. I hope to meet you in this uncertainty. Create a space to explore yourself. Understand your strengths, resiliency, and knowledge to build a life that honours your values and needs. Within a compassionate, non-judgmental space, I hope to support you in self-discovery, enhancing skills, finding balance, and establishing healthy relationships with yourself and others.

Are you experiencing new shifts in your life which you are unsure of how to navigate? Do you feel misaligned in your own self or in your relationships? Or perhaps even feeling a sense of loss? Together we can explore these hard points in your life and move you towards more authentic living.

I am a 5th year PhD candidate in the School of Social Work at McMaster University and balance my time between my practice, academic research and my zoo (cats and dogs!) My commitment is to walk alongside you as you navigate your path through life. My work experience in the non-profit sector has found me working with those struggling with mental health challenges (general anxiety/panic, depression, OCD, agoraphobia, trauma), addiction, chronic illness/pain, relationship issues and domestic abuse. I also identify as a consumer of care as a woman with an invisible disability and am passionate about advocacy work for migraine patients.

Are you trying to navigate life transitions or challenges that you feel unprepared for? Maybe graduating from school, changing careers, or a strain in a relationship has left you feeling overwhelmed and confused. Especially because you're trying to figure it all out on your own. I know that you can flourish through this period with a little support, because I've seen it happen! My job as your therapist is to work with you to figure out your path forward in a way that feel manageable and empowering to you. Sometimes we need a supportive nudge from someone that gets it.

I have worked with individuals, couples and families in private practice since 1983. Couples and families are a primary focus of mine including those struggling with issues of life transitions, mental health, sexuality, sexual compulsive disorders, substance and process addictions, as well as emotional and physical affairs. I am trained in systemic models of interventions that allow for a dual focus on the needs of the individual as well as those of the relationship. I am an Approved Supervisor with AAMFT which affords me the privilege of supervising psychotherapists and clinicians in the community interested in systemic models.

"What shape waits in the seed of you to grow and spread its branches against a future sky?" Are you struggling with anxiety and/or depression? Do you feel driven to grow, yet are perpetually stuck? Are you navigating a particularly difficult life transition? I can help. I will provide you with a safe place to explore your unique situation and equip you with tools to work through it. I can meet with you in my beautiful, private office located in West Hamilton.

Sometimes, when the pain that we encounter in life is overwhelming, we can find ourselves feeling stuck, consumed by emotional struggle, and disconnected from what matters most to us. As we wrestle with difficult feelings like self-doubt, self-judgment, shame, hopelessness, or fear, we can begin to believe that there must be something broken inside of us. Instead of feeling engaged in life and tapped into self-enriching behaviours, we can find ourselves being pulled away from our heart’s deepest desires for who we want to be.

I am Satvinder Kaur Khurme, Registered Social Worker (M.S.W, R.S.W) with over 20 yrs of experience. At the The Thoughts I assist individuals, couples and families to resolve problems that affect their day-to-day lives within the context of their families, communities and workplaces. I help identify the source of stress or difficulty, make Assessments, Mediate between conflicts, offer Treatment through various Psychotherapy and Counselling, help people of all age groups to develop coping skills and find effective solutions to their problems. Satvinder Kaur Khurme, Registered Social Worker, M.S.W., R.S.W.

I am passionate about working with individuals to integrate their mental wellness and everyday life in order to obtain sustainable improvements, particularly those facing difficulty after experiencing trauma or loss.

I am a clinical social worker and a therapist and believe that therapy is a gradual journey that brings growth, held within the safety container of the therapist and client. I am specialized in treating Trauma, loss, abuse, sexual assault, and C-PTSD symptoms. I treat depression, general and social anxiety, panic disorder and OCD. I have a holistic and non-judgmental approach in my work and with evidence based EMDR and Emotion Focused Therapy, I help you with your disturbing memory, emotional wounds and your sore spot, that triggered and cause strong emotions and get triggered in interaction with family, friends and at work.