Geriatric Therapists in Oakville, ON
I also offer specialized treatment for perinatal and parenting anxiety, as well as geriatric mental health and aging.
"There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so" (Shakespeare, Hamlet). As a registered Psychologist experienced in treating a variety of mental health issues, I could not agree more. My passion is in the treatment of anxiety and anxiety-related disorders, including perinatal anxiety, excessive worry, stress, difficulty coping, insomnia, low self-esteem, perfectionism, panic, OCD, and cognitive change in aging. In today's modern world, it is easy to lose ourselves to the stresses of everyday life, which is why a strong focus of my practice is on helping clients enact change to achieve greater balance in their lives.
I also offer specialized treatment for perinatal and parenting anxiety, as well as geriatric mental health and aging.
"There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so" (Shakespeare, Hamlet). As a registered Psychologist experienced in treating a variety of mental health issues, I could not agree more. My passion is in the treatment of anxiety and anxiety-related disorders, including perinatal anxiety, excessive worry, stress, difficulty coping, insomnia, low self-esteem, perfectionism, panic, OCD, and cognitive change in aging. In today's modern world, it is easy to lose ourselves to the stresses of everyday life, which is why a strong focus of my practice is on helping clients enact change to achieve greater balance in their lives.
I’ve also supported individuals in the geriatric community, including those affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Are you ready to do the deeper work?
If you often feel anxious, emotionally overwhelmed, or sense that past experiences still influence you today, you’re not alone. I work with individuals who want to understand the why behind patterns such as perfectionism, people-pleasing, or fear of rejection. These patterns can influence how we interact with daily life/relationships. I believe healing happens through curiosity, compassion, and patience, rather than pressure to push past or ignore what you’re feeling. Together, we gently explore what lies beneath the surface, supporting greater clarity, emotional safety, and trust in yourself.
I’ve also supported individuals in the geriatric community, including those affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Are you ready to do the deeper work?
If you often feel anxious, emotionally overwhelmed, or sense that past experiences still influence you today, you’re not alone. I work with individuals who want to understand the why behind patterns such as perfectionism, people-pleasing, or fear of rejection. These patterns can influence how we interact with daily life/relationships. I believe healing happens through curiosity, compassion, and patience, rather than pressure to push past or ignore what you’re feeling. Together, we gently explore what lies beneath the surface, supporting greater clarity, emotional safety, and trust in yourself.
Therapy Bee Inc. Grief & Trauma Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CCTP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
You didn't plan on needing a grief and trauma therapist.
Maybe you thought you'd "gotten over" your childhood by now. Maybe your divorce was supposed to be amicable, your parent wasn't supposed to die by suicide, or that relationship wasn't supposed to leave you questioning your own reality.
Here's what we know about grief and trauma: It doesn't follow timelines. It shows up in panic attacks during grocery runs, in hypervigilance that exhausts you, in the way you minimize your own pain because "other people have it worse."
You didn't plan on needing a grief and trauma therapist.
Maybe you thought you'd "gotten over" your childhood by now. Maybe your divorce was supposed to be amicable, your parent wasn't supposed to die by suicide, or that relationship wasn't supposed to leave you questioning your own reality.
Here's what we know about grief and trauma: It doesn't follow timelines. It shows up in panic attacks during grocery runs, in hypervigilance that exhausts you, in the way you minimize your own pain because "other people have it worse."
Are you seeking support and guidance to navigate life's challenges and find a path towards healing and growth? At my practice, I extend a warm and understanding hand to individuals who are grappling with a wide spectrum of concerns, including anxiety, ADHD, chronic illness, depression, adolescent emotional and behavioral difficulties, pregnancy and postpartum mental wellness, self-injurious behavior, sleep issues, stress management, coping strategies, motor vehicle accidents, and trauma. My approach to psychotherapy is deeply rooted in compassion, acceptance, loving kindness, and mindfulness.
Are you seeking support and guidance to navigate life's challenges and find a path towards healing and growth? At my practice, I extend a warm and understanding hand to individuals who are grappling with a wide spectrum of concerns, including anxiety, ADHD, chronic illness, depression, adolescent emotional and behavioral difficulties, pregnancy and postpartum mental wellness, self-injurious behavior, sleep issues, stress management, coping strategies, motor vehicle accidents, and trauma. My approach to psychotherapy is deeply rooted in compassion, acceptance, loving kindness, and mindfulness.
I am a Registered Social Worker with over 20 years experience providing clinical supports and interventions to adults of all ages. Offering a problem-solving approach; collaborating and walking beside you while navigating through real life challenges. I offer interventions/supports related to depression, anxiety, stress management, grief, bereavement, social isolation, family and workplace conflict, self-esteem and women’s issues.
I am a Registered Social Worker with over 20 years experience providing clinical supports and interventions to adults of all ages. Offering a problem-solving approach; collaborating and walking beside you while navigating through real life challenges. I offer interventions/supports related to depression, anxiety, stress management, grief, bereavement, social isolation, family and workplace conflict, self-esteem and women’s issues.
I also work with clients around grief, ambiguous loss, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and dementia.
All behavior has meaning. I will honor your experience with zero judgement. Instead of looking for what is wrong and how to fix it, we will look for what is right and use it. We will nurture self-compassion, develop practical coping skills, learn to live within our limits, build our relationship love umbrella, and enjoy a new sense of confidence and hope.
I also work with clients around grief, ambiguous loss, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and dementia.
All behavior has meaning. I will honor your experience with zero judgement. Instead of looking for what is wrong and how to fix it, we will look for what is right and use it. We will nurture self-compassion, develop practical coping skills, learn to live within our limits, build our relationship love umbrella, and enjoy a new sense of confidence and hope.
Shauna Switzer, MA, RP, MCP, C-PD, C.Hyp, EMDR & Couple Therapist
Clinical Director & Supervisor.
At times, we all face emotions and experiences that feel overwhelming and difficult to manage. These challenges can arise from life transitions, relationship struggles, or deeply personal stressors. With over 20 years of clinical experience, I specialize in supporting adults, adolescents, families, and step-families as they navigate these moments and move toward healing and growth.My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices.
Shauna Switzer, MA, RP, MCP, C-PD, C.Hyp, EMDR & Couple Therapist
Clinical Director & Supervisor.
At times, we all face emotions and experiences that feel overwhelming and difficult to manage. These challenges can arise from life transitions, relationship struggles, or deeply personal stressors. With over 20 years of clinical experience, I specialize in supporting adults, adolescents, families, and step-families as they navigate these moments and move toward healing and growth.My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices.
I offer therapy for adults and young adults who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, emotionally exhausted, or simply in need of a space to talk things through. Sometimes that can look like overthinking, feeling disconnected from yourself, struggling to cope with stress, or finding it hard to navigate relationships, life transitions, or the weight of everyday responsibilities. Therapy can be a place to slow down, make sense of what you’re carrying, and better understand yourself with more clarity and compassion.
I offer therapy for adults and young adults who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, emotionally exhausted, or simply in need of a space to talk things through. Sometimes that can look like overthinking, feeling disconnected from yourself, struggling to cope with stress, or finding it hard to navigate relationships, life transitions, or the weight of everyday responsibilities. Therapy can be a place to slow down, make sense of what you’re carrying, and better understand yourself with more clarity and compassion.
Neuropsychologst and psychologist offering assessment and treatment for dyslexia, traumatic brain injury, long COVID, Autism / ASD, dyslexia, ADHD, dysgraphia, and comorbidites (e.g. pain, anxiety, autoimmune). Ages 3 yrs to adult. Significant TBI, LDs, and ASD experience, and versed in testing/treating long COVID. I helped evolve dyslexia & reading models used today (see Wikipedia) as well as theories of visual attention and its representation in the brain (Harvard Univ Jr. Fellow Nomination). 20 yrs experience with high repeat clients. I genuinely care, want to help you/your child, and will stay with you on your journey!
Neuropsychologst and psychologist offering assessment and treatment for dyslexia, traumatic brain injury, long COVID, Autism / ASD, dyslexia, ADHD, dysgraphia, and comorbidites (e.g. pain, anxiety, autoimmune). Ages 3 yrs to adult. Significant TBI, LDs, and ASD experience, and versed in testing/treating long COVID. I helped evolve dyslexia & reading models used today (see Wikipedia) as well as theories of visual attention and its representation in the brain (Harvard Univ Jr. Fellow Nomination). 20 yrs experience with high repeat clients. I genuinely care, want to help you/your child, and will stay with you on your journey!
I offer individual, couple and family therapy for a wide range of issues including; divorce/separation, trauma, grief, co-parenting, substance abuse, school refusal, family conflict, eating disorders and mental health (specifically, anxiety and depression). I have assisted many couples and families in improving their relationships with one another, providing them with the ability to communicate, respect and understand each other better using Collaborative Problem Solving and Emotion-focussed therapy.
I offer individual, couple and family therapy for a wide range of issues including; divorce/separation, trauma, grief, co-parenting, substance abuse, school refusal, family conflict, eating disorders and mental health (specifically, anxiety and depression). I have assisted many couples and families in improving their relationships with one another, providing them with the ability to communicate, respect and understand each other better using Collaborative Problem Solving and Emotion-focussed therapy.
Your Lifetime Counselling - Sadaf Sheikh
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, Medical, PMP, CCRP
4 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6H
I wear many professional hats. I am an RP, MACP, Medical Graduate, Clinical Researcher, Project Management Professional, Professor at George Brown College, previously an instructor for 15 years at UofT and a family oriented female. I am a published author in the Journal of American College of Cardiology, International Diabetes Federation and the Journal of European Society of Cardiology. I have a number of years worth of work experience in mental health. I have taken care of clients in the in/out patient settings. I believe in providing a non-judgmental and safe space for people to share. My aim is to build stronger communities.
I wear many professional hats. I am an RP, MACP, Medical Graduate, Clinical Researcher, Project Management Professional, Professor at George Brown College, previously an instructor for 15 years at UofT and a family oriented female. I am a published author in the Journal of American College of Cardiology, International Diabetes Federation and the Journal of European Society of Cardiology. I have a number of years worth of work experience in mental health. I have taken care of clients in the in/out patient settings. I believe in providing a non-judgmental and safe space for people to share. My aim is to build stronger communities.
Jacqueline Y Tan
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RMFT, MSc
Oakville, ON L6H
Waitlist for new clients
Life is a journey of discovery and constant learning - about ourselves, others, or the world around us. It is a journey of setting goals, making decisions, adjusting to changes, and finding the congruence within one self. The more we travel on this journey, hopefully the more peaceful, enlightened and complete we become. My aim is to help you uncover the self and support you with compassion and helpful tools in your journey to reach your potentials. I am result-oriented. My various experiences has afforded me a deep understanding of people's life experiences, combined with the extensive clinical training, for me to help you.
Life is a journey of discovery and constant learning - about ourselves, others, or the world around us. It is a journey of setting goals, making decisions, adjusting to changes, and finding the congruence within one self. The more we travel on this journey, hopefully the more peaceful, enlightened and complete we become. My aim is to help you uncover the self and support you with compassion and helpful tools in your journey to reach your potentials. I am result-oriented. My various experiences has afforded me a deep understanding of people's life experiences, combined with the extensive clinical training, for me to help you.
The Therapy Centre is a full service psychology practice. We offer services to children, teens, adults, couples, and families. We offer psychological and neuropsychological assessment and treatment services for a wide variety of issues listed below. All of our clinicians are well trained in empirically validated treatment models, including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Relational Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and EMDR. Each of our clinicians has an area of expertise and tailors treatment to target therapeutic goals.
The Therapy Centre is a full service psychology practice. We offer services to children, teens, adults, couples, and families. We offer psychological and neuropsychological assessment and treatment services for a wide variety of issues listed below. All of our clinicians are well trained in empirically validated treatment models, including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Relational Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and EMDR. Each of our clinicians has an area of expertise and tailors treatment to target therapeutic goals.
Therapy with me is about addressing anything that stands in your way of living your best life. These barriers may be past trauma, current life transitions or the pressures of capitalism which manifest as depression, anxiety, burnout or unskillful coping patterns. In our work together, you will learn to befriend yourself unconditionally, while being accountable to yourself for the changes you would like to see. My approach is holistic and synthesizes the mind, body and spirit. I specialize in decolonized therapy that is queer-allied, pro-fat, and anti-racist.
Therapy with me is about addressing anything that stands in your way of living your best life. These barriers may be past trauma, current life transitions or the pressures of capitalism which manifest as depression, anxiety, burnout or unskillful coping patterns. In our work together, you will learn to befriend yourself unconditionally, while being accountable to yourself for the changes you would like to see. My approach is holistic and synthesizes the mind, body and spirit. I specialize in decolonized therapy that is queer-allied, pro-fat, and anti-racist.
Sometimes life can be overwhelming and stressful, thus making it difficult to cope. Therefore, my hope is to help you work through some of your issues (i.e., anxiety, grief, loss) that you are struggling with by providing the skills, insight, and knowledge you need to lead a life you want. I know talking to someone about painful emotions and memories can be difficult so thank you for taking the first step to seeking help.
Sometimes life can be overwhelming and stressful, thus making it difficult to cope. Therefore, my hope is to help you work through some of your issues (i.e., anxiety, grief, loss) that you are struggling with by providing the skills, insight, and knowledge you need to lead a life you want. I know talking to someone about painful emotions and memories can be difficult so thank you for taking the first step to seeking help.
We offer support to adolescents, adults (including seniors), couples and families.
We have extensive experience dealing with various psychological concerns including anxiety, depression, anger, drug misuse, eating disorders, body dysmorphia, self-esteem, grief, infertility, difficult life transitions. Each one of us has the same empathetic approach to care. Each one of us is committed to making a positive impact as you begin this process.
We offer support to adolescents, adults (including seniors), couples and families.
We have extensive experience dealing with various psychological concerns including anxiety, depression, anger, drug misuse, eating disorders, body dysmorphia, self-esteem, grief, infertility, difficult life transitions. Each one of us has the same empathetic approach to care. Each one of us is committed to making a positive impact as you begin this process.
Are you navigating a recent loss, feeling stuck in a cycle, or weighed down by the expectations of others? Is your inner critic getting louder? You're not alone. I help clients make sense of the parts of life that feel overwhelming or confusing whether it's processing unresolved grief, untangling complex relationship dynamics, or challenging unrealistic expectations.
Together, we'll explore the patterns that keep you feeling stuck and work to create new, meaningful ways of relating to yourself and the world around you. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in helping you move toward clarity, self-trust, and last
Are you navigating a recent loss, feeling stuck in a cycle, or weighed down by the expectations of others? Is your inner critic getting louder? You're not alone. I help clients make sense of the parts of life that feel overwhelming or confusing whether it's processing unresolved grief, untangling complex relationship dynamics, or challenging unrealistic expectations.
Together, we'll explore the patterns that keep you feeling stuck and work to create new, meaningful ways of relating to yourself and the world around you. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in helping you move toward clarity, self-trust, and last
Today, we live in a fast-paced, stressful world. The hardships of balancing our work, education and personal time becomes increasingly hard to achieve. Our responsibilities continue to grow and the world around us is becoming so demanding. Sometimes, to cope we use resources which may, in fact, be harmful to ourselves. Addictions are often felt as shameful and concealed from others. We are all vulnerable to making decisions that are not always in our best interest. I am not here to judge you, but rather provide useful tools which will help provide opportunities for making healthier choices.
Today, we live in a fast-paced, stressful world. The hardships of balancing our work, education and personal time becomes increasingly hard to achieve. Our responsibilities continue to grow and the world around us is becoming so demanding. Sometimes, to cope we use resources which may, in fact, be harmful to ourselves. Addictions are often felt as shameful and concealed from others. We are all vulnerable to making decisions that are not always in our best interest. I am not here to judge you, but rather provide useful tools which will help provide opportunities for making healthier choices.
The Therapy Centre is a full service psychology practice. We offer services to children, teens, adults, couples, and families. We offer psychological and neuropsychological assessment and treatment services for a wide variety of issues listed below. All of our clinicians are well trained in empirically validated treatment models, including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Relational Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and EMDR. Each of our clinicians has an area of expertise and tailors treatment to target therapeutic goals.
The Therapy Centre is a full service psychology practice. We offer services to children, teens, adults, couples, and families. We offer psychological and neuropsychological assessment and treatment services for a wide variety of issues listed below. All of our clinicians are well trained in empirically validated treatment models, including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Relational Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and EMDR. Each of our clinicians has an area of expertise and tailors treatment to target therapeutic goals.
Himel Das - Anxiety, Depression, Trauma Specialty
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, OAMHP, BSP, EMDR
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Does it feel like your past is constantly interrupting your present? Whether it’s the heavy weight of depression, the persistent "buzz" of anxiety, or the lingering echoes of trauma, these experiences can make life feel like a series of obstacles to survive rather than a life to be lived. In my practice, I help individuals move beyond "just coping." I specialize in the intersection of trauma, anxiety, and depression—where traditional talk therapy often reaches its limit.
Does it feel like your past is constantly interrupting your present? Whether it’s the heavy weight of depression, the persistent "buzz" of anxiety, or the lingering echoes of trauma, these experiences can make life feel like a series of obstacles to survive rather than a life to be lived. In my practice, I help individuals move beyond "just coping." I specialize in the intersection of trauma, anxiety, and depression—where traditional talk therapy often reaches its limit.
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What can a geriatric psychologist help with?
Geriatric therapists specialise in the cognitive and neurological challenges that often accompany aging, including dementia, memory loss, and age-related cognitive decline. They also address the psychological conditions that frequently co-occur with these issues, such as depression, anxiety, and grief. Geriatric therapists and psychologists are trained to assess cognitive functioning, identify symptoms that may warrant further evaluation, and conduct or refer for formal neurological assessment when needed. In many cases, geriatric therapists also work closely with medical doctors to manage a client's overall health, and they may support caregivers and family members navigating the demands of caring for an aging loved one.
Why might someone seek a geriatric psychologist?
Someone might seek a geriatric therapist when they or a loved one begins experiencing cognitive or neurological changes and is unsure whether those changes are a normal part of aging or something that requires clinical attention. A geriatric therapist can help connect families with appropriate next steps. They are also commonly sought following a new diagnosis, when clients and families are working to understand what that diagnosis means practically and emotionally, and what to expect as a condition progresses. When seeking a therapist, it can be helpful to consider whether a clinician with a stronger psychotherapy focus or one with more of a social work orientation, who can help connect clients with assisted living or medical resources, would be the better fit.
What type of therapy might a geriatric therapists specialise in?
Geriatric therapist often combine psychotherapy with psychoeducation, helping clients and their families understand cognitive and neurological conditions and what to expect as they progress. For clients experiencing anxiety or depression alongside cognitive decline, therapists may draw on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) or mindfulness-based approaches. For clients with dementia specifically, therapists may be trained in specialised modalities such as Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST), which is designed to preserve cognitive functioning.
Can geriatric psychologists help people who suffer from dementia?
Yes, and this is a core area of geriatric psychology. Therapists specialising in dementia can work directly with clients on memory loss and cognitive functioning, while also addressing conditions that commonly co-occur, such as depression and anxiety. They can provide caregivers with objective assessments of a client's functioning and disease progression, and are typically well-versed in community resources available to dementia patients and their families.