Elders (65+) Therapists in Hamilton, ON

As a psychotherapist, I seek to provide you with a life transforming experience to help you deal with the difficult issues in your life, such as relationship troubles, depression, anxiety, low self esteem, or grief. I offer you an authentic human relational encounter that fosters growth, support and change. Life growth and transformation can be a beautiful experience, and it is my goal to help you experience what others have previously experienced with me. Finding happiness in life does not need to be out of reach, or seem impossible for you.

When negative emotions such as anxiety, anger or sadness are taking up too much space in your life it may be time to reach out. Through a personalized therapeutic approach I can offer you help with such things as regaining emotional balance, resolving interpersonal issues, and healing from trauma. During 25+ years of counselling I have worked internationally with individuals, couples and families facing stress and many serious life challenges. I believe that each person can access inner strengths to handle virtually any life crisis: the key to unlocking these strengths lies in finding support from someone who knows how to help.

Throughout my career I have worked with people of all ages and abilities, with a focus on grief and/or trauma related to loss through death. I view grief as an adaptive response to loss, one which can challenge our coping emotionally, physically, cognitively, behaviourally, socially, and spiritually, particularly when trauma accompanies the death. I work from a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and relational framework that puts your needs at the centre of our work.

Have you ever heard the expression “you cannot pour from an empty glass”? Makes sense, right? But how do we fill our own glass? The truth is, there is no one size fits all answer. This is where I come in! I am passionately committed to leading with empathy and compassion, providing all individuals with a safe and non-judgmental space to explore the root of their concerns and find power amongst perceived barriers. Together we can collaboratively set and meet goals that encourage positive changes, allowing you to fill your own glass so you can be authentically present for the people you love; most importantly yourself.

I offer a non-judgemental space, working along youth and adult clients to explore mental health challenges, neurodivergence, relationship conflicts and alleviating the impact of oppressive social structures on mental wellbeing.

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.

So many forces in our world impact our connections, both external as well as internal. Those connections that are broken to various degrees can indeed start their healing and repairing journeys. The journeys will be individual to you. They will need various degrees of support, both internal to you as well as external. In addition to my training in psychotherapy, I also have extensive academic and practical knowledge and experience regarding employee and student health and wellness through my academic training and teaching human resource management and occupational health and safety at the university level.

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.

Are you ready to take the steps for the change you need and move forward with a life you deserve? Are you struggling with life stressors and want to gain some insight about the possible reasons and solutions?

Richard served eight-years in the Canadian Armed Forces as a Combat Engineer. He was medically released after a traumatic brain injury and began his post-secondary education. Richard is a Registered Psychotherapist who co-owns RD Psychotherapy. Richard completed an Honours Bachelor of Arts at McMaster University, then graduate studies in psychotherapy at the University of Toronto.

Relationships, mental health or life in general can feel unmanageable. Many individuals I work with are seeking clarity, or feeling overwhelmed trying to work through difficult situations where they feel blocked or unable to move forward. I work together with my clients, to make sense of what is occurring in their life and experience changes they have been hoping for.

At Durand Integrated Health Group, we believe counselling should be made available to any person regardless of their mental health challenges, daily struggles, sexuality, race, abilities, ethnicity, religion, socioeconomic status or other. We strive to provide a safe and confidential space to share your thoughts and feelings.

I'm a Registered Psychotherapist with over 25 years' experience working with people of all ages around a wide range of issues. I have a particular interest in working with clients who are challenged by anxiety, interpersonal trauma, sexual health, and life transitions. While my practice is informed by literature, research and ongoing professional training, I believe that you are the expert on your life and as a result, our sessions will be tailored to your specific needs, values and strengths.

My approach is affirming, intersectional, neurodivergence-affirming, collaborative, emotion-focused, and integrative, creating space for meaning-making and a diverse range of identities. I have 13 years of experience in health care, working with people of varied ethno-cultural backgrounds, and have completed Indigenous cultural safety/ anti-racism training. I've worked with 2S and LGBTQIA+ people in group settings and individually. (Please note that I'm unable to write a second letter of assessment, but can refer.) My office in a building that is accessible and a positive space.

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.

Are you feeling trapped in a cycle of emotional distress and strained relationship? You feel like your partner or family are pushing your triggers and your relationship is causing you more distress than bringing you peace. Maybe you are trying to understand your relationships in your childhood so you can be different with your partner or with parenting. When there is past trauma or the other person is not willing to work with you, healing and moving forward becomes harder. We start wondering if we are the problem or if the relationship needs to end.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist and I work with individuals, couples and families. I help my clients to cultivate presence and to reduce stress in their lives, to be aware of their negative feelings and thoughts and to express them in a healthy way. I help couples and families to improve their communication skills, to set healthy boundaries, to connect better and to maintain balance and harmony in their relationships. Clients are empowered to address issues such as anxiety, depression, anger, stress, burnout, trauma/abuse, addiction, self-esteem related problems, grief, parenting issues, separation/divorce.

We all go through many different challenges and struggles in our lives. Often at times, we feel that we are stuck and are not being understood. It's difficult to make the first step to call someone, but once you do, there is a great sense of relief. I provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment. Together, we will work through challenges, to help you realize your full potential, and growth. I use an eclectic approach in my treatment, and come from a culturally sensitive background in my work. I am very passionate about helping others. I also conduct psychological, vocational and psychoed assessments.

I'm glad you stumbled upon my profile! Welcome. As a parent with an active toddler and a full time job, I can respect and appreciate directness and efficiency. For this reason, I am a huge believer that most of us can make changes within a short period of time. My approach tends to be direct with a touch of humour.