Great-West Life Therapists in Hamilton, ON
First Step Men's Therapy (In-Person/Online)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9B
You don’t have to wait until everything falls apart to ask for help. Perhaps you have become skilled at appearing calm and capable while privately feeling anxious, angry, disconnected, or unsure of yourself. Maybe the pressure is affecting your relationships, your work, or the way you see yourself—and the strategies that once helped you cope are no longer working. As a therapist with First Step Men’s Therapy, I offer a compassionate, straightforward space where men can lower their guard, speak honestly, and feel understood without judgment. Book a free consultation today to learn more and get started.
You don’t have to wait until everything falls apart to ask for help. Perhaps you have become skilled at appearing calm and capable while privately feeling anxious, angry, disconnected, or unsure of yourself. Maybe the pressure is affecting your relationships, your work, or the way you see yourself—and the strategies that once helped you cope are no longer working. As a therapist with First Step Men’s Therapy, I offer a compassionate, straightforward space where men can lower their guard, speak honestly, and feel understood without judgment. Book a free consultation today to learn more and get started.
Accepting New Clients. My name is Jasmine, and I support clients carrying the weight of childhood wounds, generational trauma, family conflict, and complicated relationships. Maybe you’ve tried to keep the peace, but arguments still happen, boundaries don’t stick, and old triggers hit hard. You might feel torn between cultural or family expectations and what you truly want -and guilty for wanting something different. If you feel stuck, unheard, or exhausted by the same patterns, you’re not alone. Therapy can be a safe space to untangle it with compassion, understand where it comes from, and start healing how it impacts you today.
Accepting New Clients. My name is Jasmine, and I support clients carrying the weight of childhood wounds, generational trauma, family conflict, and complicated relationships. Maybe you’ve tried to keep the peace, but arguments still happen, boundaries don’t stick, and old triggers hit hard. You might feel torn between cultural or family expectations and what you truly want -and guilty for wanting something different. If you feel stuck, unheard, or exhausted by the same patterns, you’re not alone. Therapy can be a safe space to untangle it with compassion, understand where it comes from, and start healing how it impacts you today.
Are you struggling right now? Are you feeling stuck? Are you feeling anxious? Are you grieving? Is it hard for you to reach out for help? Are you being heard or seen? Do you have supports in place? I am here to provide you a listening ear and support you by helping you set your goals and help you find coping strategies. The word 'therapy' can cause fear. We can work collaboratively to find what works best for you. My interventions will help you connect with your body and mind which will in turn help with your thoughts, feelings and body sensations.
Are you struggling right now? Are you feeling stuck? Are you feeling anxious? Are you grieving? Is it hard for you to reach out for help? Are you being heard or seen? Do you have supports in place? I am here to provide you a listening ear and support you by helping you set your goals and help you find coping strategies. The word 'therapy' can cause fear. We can work collaboratively to find what works best for you. My interventions will help you connect with your body and mind which will in turn help with your thoughts, feelings and body sensations.
Hi, I’m Natalie. Living with a phobia can be exhausting, especially when other people do not understand how intense it really feels. You might know something is “not dangerous” on a logical level and still feel your whole body react like it is. Maybe you avoid certain places, situations, conversations, or decisions because the fear feels too big to push through. Over time, that can start to shrink your world, affect your confidence, and make everyday life feel harder than it should.
Hi, I’m Natalie. Living with a phobia can be exhausting, especially when other people do not understand how intense it really feels. You might know something is “not dangerous” on a logical level and still feel your whole body react like it is. Maybe you avoid certain places, situations, conversations, or decisions because the fear feels too big to push through. Over time, that can start to shrink your world, affect your confidence, and make everyday life feel harder than it should.
Are you someone who holds it together for everyone else but feels anxious, overwhelmed or emotionally disconnected inside? Are you carrying unresolved trauma, mental health or addiction concerns or navigating a major life transition? Are you tired of just coping and want to experience relief, clarity and to feel like yourself again. Are your goals to feel calmer, more grounded , and to be able to set healthier boundaries and move forward with confidence and self trust? Then you have come to the right place.
Are you someone who holds it together for everyone else but feels anxious, overwhelmed or emotionally disconnected inside? Are you carrying unresolved trauma, mental health or addiction concerns or navigating a major life transition? Are you tired of just coping and want to experience relief, clarity and to feel like yourself again. Are your goals to feel calmer, more grounded , and to be able to set healthier boundaries and move forward with confidence and self trust? Then you have come to the right place.
Accepting NEW Clients - Do you feel “stuck” in your day-to-day life or unsure how to move forward in a way that makes you feel fulfilled? Are you interested in learning more about how your childhood impacts you as an adult? Does it feel like your past experiences are weighing on you, and your sense of self is foggy or unclear? Are you interested in exploring different perspectives or figuring out who you’d like to move forward as? Betrayal trauma or infidelity have you frozen? Together we can look at the steps that have brought you to this point, and increase self-awareness, emotional stability, and insight into your experiences.
Accepting NEW Clients - Do you feel “stuck” in your day-to-day life or unsure how to move forward in a way that makes you feel fulfilled? Are you interested in learning more about how your childhood impacts you as an adult? Does it feel like your past experiences are weighing on you, and your sense of self is foggy or unclear? Are you interested in exploring different perspectives or figuring out who you’d like to move forward as? Betrayal trauma or infidelity have you frozen? Together we can look at the steps that have brought you to this point, and increase self-awareness, emotional stability, and insight into your experiences.
Do you find yourself feeling out of place, disconnected, or unsure of who you are no matter how much you try to adapt? You are someone who’s doing your best to adjust to life’s changes, but still find yourself overwhelmed, struggling to feel at home in your surroundings, and feeling alone in your experience. You may even wonder if things will ever feel “normal” again. But you’re ready to feel grounded. You’re ready to connect more deeply with yourself and your surroundings. Most of all, you are ready to feel like you belong, just as you are. I want to help you get there.
Do you find yourself feeling out of place, disconnected, or unsure of who you are no matter how much you try to adapt? You are someone who’s doing your best to adjust to life’s changes, but still find yourself overwhelmed, struggling to feel at home in your surroundings, and feeling alone in your experience. You may even wonder if things will ever feel “normal” again. But you’re ready to feel grounded. You’re ready to connect more deeply with yourself and your surroundings. Most of all, you are ready to feel like you belong, just as you are. I want to help you get there.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by relationship strain, postpartum or menopausal changes, chronic illness, grief, stress, burnout, or ADHD? You may be adjusting to shifting roles, caregiving demands, health concerns, or major life transitions that have left you feeling exhausted or disconnected from yourself. Perhaps persistent worry, mood changes, or emotional fatigue are affecting your sleep, confidence, and daily functioning. Structured therapeutic support can provide clarity, practical tools, and a grounded space to regain stability and direction.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by relationship strain, postpartum or menopausal changes, chronic illness, grief, stress, burnout, or ADHD? You may be adjusting to shifting roles, caregiving demands, health concerns, or major life transitions that have left you feeling exhausted or disconnected from yourself. Perhaps persistent worry, mood changes, or emotional fatigue are affecting your sleep, confidence, and daily functioning. Structured therapeutic support can provide clarity, practical tools, and a grounded space to regain stability and direction.
We are all evolving! Many people seek my support when they’re facing a challenge in their lives. Interestingly, the word "crisis" originates from a term meaning "turning point." If you're experiencing a pivotal moment, I can help you navigate the complexities that come with it. During times of crisis, it’s common to feel overwhelmed by emotional and mental confusion, making it difficult to process what’s happening. Therapy provides a space to untangle these emotions and thoughts, guiding you toward greater clarity and self-awareness. Embracing this awareness can open the door to new perspectives and possibility.
We are all evolving! Many people seek my support when they’re facing a challenge in their lives. Interestingly, the word "crisis" originates from a term meaning "turning point." If you're experiencing a pivotal moment, I can help you navigate the complexities that come with it. During times of crisis, it’s common to feel overwhelmed by emotional and mental confusion, making it difficult to process what’s happening. Therapy provides a space to untangle these emotions and thoughts, guiding you toward greater clarity and self-awareness. Embracing this awareness can open the door to new perspectives and possibility.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. As a Registered Social Worker and Registered Psychotherapist, I bring both clinical depth and a warm, down-to-earth presence. I know how hard it can be to begin. I’ll meet you where you are, and we’ll face the hard things together - at your pace, with compassion and clarity.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. As a Registered Social Worker and Registered Psychotherapist, I bring both clinical depth and a warm, down-to-earth presence. I know how hard it can be to begin. I’ll meet you where you are, and we’ll face the hard things together - at your pace, with compassion and clarity.
Many of us spend years becoming who others need us to be. Then one day, something changes. A relationship ends, our identity shifts, loss reshapes us, or we realize the life we built no longer feels like our own. I support individuals navigating life transitions, identity exploration, relationship challenges, trauma, burnout, and grief. Together, we can slow things down, make sense of your experiences, and reconnect with the parts of yourself that may have been forgotten, hidden, or lost along the way.
Many of us spend years becoming who others need us to be. Then one day, something changes. A relationship ends, our identity shifts, loss reshapes us, or we realize the life we built no longer feels like our own. I support individuals navigating life transitions, identity exploration, relationship challenges, trauma, burnout, and grief. Together, we can slow things down, make sense of your experiences, and reconnect with the parts of yourself that may have been forgotten, hidden, or lost along the way.
I know that you’re really good at surviving. You’ve gotten this far after all. But the things that you’ve had to do to survive - people pleasing, overthinking, overworking, overextending, hypervigilence, masking - are taking a toll. You’re anxious, exhausted, and filled with self doubt. And drinking/eating/ scrolling too much to cope. Or constantly running to attain what you think you’re supposed to chase after. And none of it is working. You may have even been to therapy before, and you've talked about your issues but you don't really feel like you've healed your issues. You feel stuck and don't know where to turn to for help.
I know that you’re really good at surviving. You’ve gotten this far after all. But the things that you’ve had to do to survive - people pleasing, overthinking, overworking, overextending, hypervigilence, masking - are taking a toll. You’re anxious, exhausted, and filled with self doubt. And drinking/eating/ scrolling too much to cope. Or constantly running to attain what you think you’re supposed to chase after. And none of it is working. You may have even been to therapy before, and you've talked about your issues but you don't really feel like you've healed your issues. You feel stuck and don't know where to turn to for help.
Are you exhausted from the struggle and looking for a safe judgement-free place; a therapeutic relationship where you can be genuine and not feel you have to "say the right thing"?
I am a Social Worker who is committed to walking alongside you as you navigate life. I offer a warm, non-pathologizing, authentic space for compassionate exploration. I specialize in Grief and Bereavement, Trauma, Navigating Illness and End of Life, Transitional Stress, and Perfectionism.
Are you exhausted from the struggle and looking for a safe judgement-free place; a therapeutic relationship where you can be genuine and not feel you have to "say the right thing"?
I am a Social Worker who is committed to walking alongside you as you navigate life. I offer a warm, non-pathologizing, authentic space for compassionate exploration. I specialize in Grief and Bereavement, Trauma, Navigating Illness and End of Life, Transitional Stress, and Perfectionism.
Dr. Cooper and his associates, Joel Schramm, Audrey Gutierrez, Aaron Van Beilen, and Jasleen Kaur offer care for individuals and couples dealing with concerns that are getting in the way of fully functioning both personally and socially. Common concerns include: anxiety, depression, substance use, procrastination, trauma, self-esteem, relationship conflict, career indecision, and many others. Counselling staff are familiar with providing support to individuals in managing ADHD including associated issues of organization and behavioural addiction. Ms. Kaur is also fluent in Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu.
Dr. Cooper and his associates, Joel Schramm, Audrey Gutierrez, Aaron Van Beilen, and Jasleen Kaur offer care for individuals and couples dealing with concerns that are getting in the way of fully functioning both personally and socially. Common concerns include: anxiety, depression, substance use, procrastination, trauma, self-esteem, relationship conflict, career indecision, and many others. Counselling staff are familiar with providing support to individuals in managing ADHD including associated issues of organization and behavioural addiction. Ms. Kaur is also fluent in Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu.
Embarking on a journey towards healing and self-discovery is a profound act of courage, especially when it means opening up to someone new. Recognizing the bravery it takes to make that first step, I am deeply honored to accompany my clients on their path to wellness and would be privileged to support you on yours. My commitment is to walk alongside you at your own pace, ensuring our journey together is grounded in understanding, collaboration, and respect. With a down-to-earth approach, I prioritize creating a space that is emotionally safe and free from judgment, allowing you to feel both respected and truly heard.
Embarking on a journey towards healing and self-discovery is a profound act of courage, especially when it means opening up to someone new. Recognizing the bravery it takes to make that first step, I am deeply honored to accompany my clients on their path to wellness and would be privileged to support you on yours. My commitment is to walk alongside you at your own pace, ensuring our journey together is grounded in understanding, collaboration, and respect. With a down-to-earth approach, I prioritize creating a space that is emotionally safe and free from judgment, allowing you to feel both respected and truly heard.
Justine Nowosiadly (Hamilton Counselling Corner)
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, CCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you the eldest child who grew up with emotionally immature/unavailable parent(s)? Maybe for the majority of your life you took on responsibilities that were not yours, and you were known as the strong, and mature one since the adult(s) in your life had a hard time managing their feelings. This experience can be lonely, and persistent self-doubt and anxiety may continue to make putting your needs first an ongoing challenge in your personal, and or professional life. You may even struggle with persistent resentment, and guilt. Please know that being strong wasn't wrong, it was smart. Still, survival isn’t the same as healing.
Are you the eldest child who grew up with emotionally immature/unavailable parent(s)? Maybe for the majority of your life you took on responsibilities that were not yours, and you were known as the strong, and mature one since the adult(s) in your life had a hard time managing their feelings. This experience can be lonely, and persistent self-doubt and anxiety may continue to make putting your needs first an ongoing challenge in your personal, and or professional life. You may even struggle with persistent resentment, and guilt. Please know that being strong wasn't wrong, it was smart. Still, survival isn’t the same as healing.
Anxiety and intrusive thoughts can make everyday life feel mentally exhausting. You might spend a lot of time overthinking decisions, questioning yourself, or trying to quiet thoughts that just won't let go. Teens and adults often reach out when anxiety, OCD, depression, stress, phobias, or life transitions begin to feel overwhelming. In therapy, we work together to understand what is keeping these patterns going and develop practical coping tools so you can quiet the mental noise, feel more grounded, and move through life with greater confidence and clarity.
Anxiety and intrusive thoughts can make everyday life feel mentally exhausting. You might spend a lot of time overthinking decisions, questioning yourself, or trying to quiet thoughts that just won't let go. Teens and adults often reach out when anxiety, OCD, depression, stress, phobias, or life transitions begin to feel overwhelming. In therapy, we work together to understand what is keeping these patterns going and develop practical coping tools so you can quiet the mental noise, feel more grounded, and move through life with greater confidence and clarity.
Are you facing an internal crisis, feeling your life is out of control, and you feel anxious all the time or coping in ways you don't like? Are you dealing with substance or addiction concerns, work traumas/burnout, grief, relationship issues, or life changes (work, separation or divorce) or past or current sexual assault or harassment? Oftentimes, these life crises awaken the echoes of past wounds or traumas.
Are you facing an internal crisis, feeling your life is out of control, and you feel anxious all the time or coping in ways you don't like? Are you dealing with substance or addiction concerns, work traumas/burnout, grief, relationship issues, or life changes (work, separation or divorce) or past or current sexual assault or harassment? Oftentimes, these life crises awaken the echoes of past wounds or traumas.
Do you feel like your mind never slows down? Are you constantly overthinking, worrying about what could go wrong, avoiding situations, or struggling with intrusive thoughts, compulsions, panic, or self-doubt? Maybe anxiety is affecting your relationships, creating conflict with your partner or family, or making it hard for your child or teen to manage school, friendships, and daily life. I specialize in helping children, teens, adults, couples and families navigate anxiety, OCD, panic, relational challenges, family conflict, and major life transitions by helping you understand and change the patterns that may be keeping you stuck.
Do you feel like your mind never slows down? Are you constantly overthinking, worrying about what could go wrong, avoiding situations, or struggling with intrusive thoughts, compulsions, panic, or self-doubt? Maybe anxiety is affecting your relationships, creating conflict with your partner or family, or making it hard for your child or teen to manage school, friendships, and daily life. I specialize in helping children, teens, adults, couples and families navigate anxiety, OCD, panic, relational challenges, family conflict, and major life transitions by helping you understand and change the patterns that may be keeping you stuck.
Are you ready to feel more grounded, respond rather than react, and build a sense of safety and self-compassion? Trauma and anxiety can quietly shape how you see yourself and the world around you. You may be thoughtful and capable, yet feel on edge, disconnected from others, or emotionally drained. Past experiences can show up in your body, your relationships, or your ability to feel calm and present. You might feel frustrated by these patterns and unsure how to move forward, but something in you is ready for change. I am here to support you on your journey toward healing.
Are you ready to feel more grounded, respond rather than react, and build a sense of safety and self-compassion? Trauma and anxiety can quietly shape how you see yourself and the world around you. You may be thoughtful and capable, yet feel on edge, disconnected from others, or emotionally drained. Past experiences can show up in your body, your relationships, or your ability to feel calm and present. You might feel frustrated by these patterns and unsure how to move forward, but something in you is ready for change. I am here to support you on your journey toward healing.
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