Elders (65+) Therapists in Hamilton, ON

I am a registered social worker and psychotherapist providing integrated and holistic individual therapy for trauma and stress-related disorders; relationships; grief and loss; depression; anxiety; anger; complex mental health; as well as couples therapy. I offer a supportive, non-judgmental and safe environment for sharing and growth based on your individual needs. Together we will work towards building an understanding of areas that have become problematic to you and examine how they have shaped your experiences.

My name is Katie Ritchie and I support individuals with a wide variety of a personal challenges in a collaborative and strength-based manner. I welcome clients with diverse needs and backgrounds. I have extensive experience working with individuals suffering from anxiety (including intrusive thoughts, panic attacks, social phobia), depression, life transitions, addictions, and LGBT/non-binary issues.

In my work with clients, it is not uncommon for them to present to therapy with multiple mental health and emotionally dysregulating issues. Clients' goals may range from managing depressive symptoms to getting their anxiety under control or learning how to self-advocate to overcome unfair practices to learning how to get to know themselves to live life more purposefully. Some clients come to do grief related therapy as they negotiate a significant loss in their lives. I journey with my client to work through challenges and develop appropriate coping skills and stress management techniques to minimise stressors in their lives.

I have experience working with adults and youth dealing with anxiety, depression, work/school issues, relationship issues, parenting and family issues, trauma, and suicidal ideation. I have helped clients with diagnoses that include Generalized Anxiety Disorder, PTSD, ADHD, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. I have experience working with at-risk youth and youth involved in the youth criminal justice system. I am completely fluent in both English and French and provide services in both languages. I am a Registered Social Worker in both Ontario and Nova Scotia and am available to clients located anywhere in those provinces.

I believe everyone is the expert in their own life, they may just need some help to navigate life's challenges. A strong therapeutic relationship is the key to clients meeting their goals, and I strive to create a space where pre-teens to adults feel safe to talk, share and explore challenges they are facing. I value collaboration and tailor treatment to each individual/ family/ relationship, and I utilize a number of evidence-based techniques to help clients work through obstacles, develop healthy coping habits, and flourish in their life.

I am passionate about helping people reach their full potential, acknowledging how our minds and body impact each other. I believes physical exercise and getting outdoors can enhance individual well-being.

Are you new to therapy, and need a supportive, you-focused introduction to life-changing self-awareness? Maybe you've been doing therapy for years, but feel like something from the process is "missing"? Do you still feeling stuck, despite how many breathing exercises and positive self-talk you do? Struggling with childhood trauma, eating challenges, anxiety, grief (or all of the above?). Then let's talk! Using a combination of talk therapy, body-based somatics, critical reframing and psychoeducation, I work with individuals and clients to go DEEPER and get the support and results they're looking for.

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.

Grace is a registered Psychological Associate with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. She obtained her Master’s Degree in the field of clinical and forensic psychology in 1986. She has many years of experience in the areas of rehabilitation and clinical psychology. She has obtained intense training in the field of rehabilitation psychology. She is affiliated with several rehabilitation clinics as a senior clinician, providing therapy and counselling to patients with chronic pain problems, and a variety of psychological impairments related to motor vehicle accidents, work injuries or long-term disabilities.

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?

Looking for a therapist who gets it? One who really wants to have a good understanding of you, and why you are choosing to come to therapy now? With over 20 years of experience working with people just like you, I am a therapist who will listen with genuine curiosity, and work with you to uncover your own internal wisdom. Together, we will learn more about your strengths, unique perspective and values. It can be helpful to remember how these have evolved, even with life’s challenges related to stress, trauma, loss and oppression because of race, culture, spirituality, gender expression and sexuality.

I am trained to assist individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, and life transitions including grief. I approach sessions in a collaborative, inclusive, non-judgemental, and empathetic manner. My wish is always to make my clients feel comfortable in coming to therapy and discussing things that can be difficult or challenging. I am trained in CBT, CPT, and ACT, and as such work from both a cognitive and behavioural perspective to assist you in meeting your goals; whether they be something concrete you wish to achieve, or to try and change your relationship with your anxiety or intrusive thoughts.

Thank you for visiting my profile. I offer E.M.D.R. therapy, a trauma-informed therapy, to treat past disturbing memories. Do you experience symptoms in the spectrum of anxiety disorders (social anxiety, panic attack), or depressive disorders (depression, bipolar)? Or stress disorders (PTSD, trauma)? Some memories are still a disturbance in your present. When the natural reprocessing gets stuck, you don't have peace. I also offer therapy that focuses on the present with approaches, such as CBT or ACT.

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.

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 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.

Whether you are struggling with trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, relationships, life transitions, and/ or shame, I am honored to be part of your journey. Regardless of the issue, I value compassion and understanding clients through their own experience, and walking alongside them through their journey while providing clarity and insight.

Maybe you're ready to make a change, but don't feel you can on your own. Or perhaps you're wanting to take the next right step, but feel completely lost. Everyone needs support at times, and we each have our own unique story and support needs. Perhaps you're navigating an earth-shaking change, seeking insight into unpleasant thoughts and emotions or wanting to make sense of difficult experiences. Maybe you're with your partner(s), wanting to process, heal and grow together. Whichever path you came on, I am happy you're here. I'd like to offer a safe space where we can work together to bring you relief.

As humans, we are designed to heal from emotional wounds via safe connections. I help couples & individuals who are hurting from old or new relational trauma(s) learn how to reconnect and heal. Do yo often seek warm emotional connection, but instead get into partner or family conflict? I understand how individuals, families & couples fall into patterns that are hurtful & can grow worse due to COVID stresses and our insecure world. With my help clients gently shift into a safe, calmer, connected feeling with themselves and in their important relationships. You too, can arrive at a happier personal and relational place.