Geriatric Therapists in Oakville, ON
No waitlist ! Do you feel like you are struggling, been treading water, floundering for the last few months, maybe even years? Have big life transitions- illness, career, marriage, divorce, care-giving, or just moving from one stage of life to another keep you up at night thinking about the worst case scenario? Do you drag yourself out of bed each day feeling like you are carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders, and trying to figure out how you are going to do it all, and do it right? Do you ‘should’ yourself until your brain buzzes with an unending list of things that you aren’t doing and think you 'should' be.
No waitlist ! Do you feel like you are struggling, been treading water, floundering for the last few months, maybe even years? Have big life transitions- illness, career, marriage, divorce, care-giving, or just moving from one stage of life to another keep you up at night thinking about the worst case scenario? Do you drag yourself out of bed each day feeling like you are carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders, and trying to figure out how you are going to do it all, and do it right? Do you ‘should’ yourself until your brain buzzes with an unending list of things that you aren’t doing and think you 'should' be.
Sera Kazmi Unicef Awardee Young Impact leader Awardee
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, MBA
Online Only
Are you carrying the weight of trauma, anxiety, or overwhelming stress? You don’t have to process it alone. Trauma can take many forms—childhood abuse, witnessing domestic violence, navigating family conflict, surviving war or accidents, or living through sudden loss—and its effects can echo long after the event.
I support children, youth (12+), and adults in making sense of their experiences and building pathways to healing.My approach is trauma-informed, client-centered, and grounded in empathy. Together, we’ll work to rebuild a sense of safety, strengthen resilience, and help you move toward clarity and emotional balance.
Are you carrying the weight of trauma, anxiety, or overwhelming stress? You don’t have to process it alone. Trauma can take many forms—childhood abuse, witnessing domestic violence, navigating family conflict, surviving war or accidents, or living through sudden loss—and its effects can echo long after the event.
I support children, youth (12+), and adults in making sense of their experiences and building pathways to healing.My approach is trauma-informed, client-centered, and grounded in empathy. Together, we’ll work to rebuild a sense of safety, strengthen resilience, and help you move toward clarity and emotional balance.
I specialize in helping individuals navigate grief, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, and religious trauma. My therapeutic approach is grounded in a variety of evidence-based techniques, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), in which I am trained, as well as Person-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Narrative Therapy (NT). This framework allows me to customize each session to meet my clients' needs, empowering them to create lasting, meaningful change.
I specialize in helping individuals navigate grief, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, and religious trauma. My therapeutic approach is grounded in a variety of evidence-based techniques, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), in which I am trained, as well as Person-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Narrative Therapy (NT). This framework allows me to customize each session to meet my clients' needs, empowering them to create lasting, meaningful change.
When we feel overwhelmed by our thoughts and emotions, it can seem like there’s no end in sight. We can become consumed by conflicting parts of ourselves: one part desperately longing for change, while another feels terrified of what that change might mean. This ongoing tension can make decisions feel heavy, and when things don’t unfold the way we hoped, the feelings of regret or shame digs deeper. You may be carrying pain from the past that continues to surface, leaving you chronically exhausted and unsure of how to deal with it. You may be surrounded by many people, but feel completely isolated and alone.
When we feel overwhelmed by our thoughts and emotions, it can seem like there’s no end in sight. We can become consumed by conflicting parts of ourselves: one part desperately longing for change, while another feels terrified of what that change might mean. This ongoing tension can make decisions feel heavy, and when things don’t unfold the way we hoped, the feelings of regret or shame digs deeper. You may be carrying pain from the past that continues to surface, leaving you chronically exhausted and unsure of how to deal with it. You may be surrounded by many people, but feel completely isolated and alone.
Choosing the right therapist starts here. Our clinic offers Social Work, and Psychotherapy services for individuals, couples & families in-person in Mississauga and online throughout Ontario. We're open 7 days per week with evening and weekend appointments readily available.
Life can be tough… but so are you. Are you ready to meet life's challenges with grace and resilience? Deciding to begin therapy takes courage and is often the first step towards positive, lasting life changes.
If you seek non-judgmental, empathic, solution-focused counselling, book your free consult call now!
Choosing the right therapist starts here. Our clinic offers Social Work, and Psychotherapy services for individuals, couples & families in-person in Mississauga and online throughout Ontario. We're open 7 days per week with evening and weekend appointments readily available.
Life can be tough… but so are you. Are you ready to meet life's challenges with grace and resilience? Deciding to begin therapy takes courage and is often the first step towards positive, lasting life changes.
If you seek non-judgmental, empathic, solution-focused counselling, book your free consult call now!
Katherine Ridolfo, Unstuck Mental Health
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CH
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Life can feel overwhelming, and it’s natural to encounter anxiety, depression, stress, or trauma that disrupts your well-being and relationships. But you don’t have to face these struggles alone. At Un/Stuck Mental Health, our dedicated team of therapists offers a compassionate, client-centered approach tailored to your unique needs. We focus on your strengths, helping you rediscover balance, hope, and fulfillment. Whether you’re facing emotional challenges or relationship issues, we’re here to guide you toward a more empowered, meaningful, and fulfilling life through compassionate guidance.
Life can feel overwhelming, and it’s natural to encounter anxiety, depression, stress, or trauma that disrupts your well-being and relationships. But you don’t have to face these struggles alone. At Un/Stuck Mental Health, our dedicated team of therapists offers a compassionate, client-centered approach tailored to your unique needs. We focus on your strengths, helping you rediscover balance, hope, and fulfillment. Whether you’re facing emotional challenges or relationship issues, we’re here to guide you toward a more empowered, meaningful, and fulfilling life through compassionate guidance.
Are you longing for change, but finding yourself held back by past experiences—like childhood or relational trauma, grief, or life’s unexpected turns? Maybe you're navigating a major life transition, health challenges, spiritual questions, or simply feeling stuck. You’re not alone—and you don’t have to carry it all by yourself.
Together, we’ll create a personalized approach to healing that honours your story, your relationships, and the world around you. In our work, there's space for all of who you are—no judgment, just care, collaboration, and curiosity so you can untangle old patterns and reconnect to your most authentic self.
Are you longing for change, but finding yourself held back by past experiences—like childhood or relational trauma, grief, or life’s unexpected turns? Maybe you're navigating a major life transition, health challenges, spiritual questions, or simply feeling stuck. You’re not alone—and you don’t have to carry it all by yourself.
Together, we’ll create a personalized approach to healing that honours your story, your relationships, and the world around you. In our work, there's space for all of who you are—no judgment, just care, collaboration, and curiosity so you can untangle old patterns and reconnect to your most authentic self.
I have had opportunity to work with individuals facing mental health issues, couples dealing with relationship issues and seniors for grief and abandonment issues.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist supporting individuals and couples who are navigating mental health issues, communication and conflict in their relationship.
I believe that the answers you seek already exist within you. What is often missing is a supportive and compassionate environment that allows your inner wisdom and strength to emerge.
Together, we will work toward recognizing your inner resilience, learning to trust your instincts, and developing healthier ways to manage challenges as they arise.
My role is to help you honor and accept all parts of yourself, while cultivating a non-judgmental awareness of the present moment.
I have had opportunity to work with individuals facing mental health issues, couples dealing with relationship issues and seniors for grief and abandonment issues.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist supporting individuals and couples who are navigating mental health issues, communication and conflict in their relationship.
I believe that the answers you seek already exist within you. What is often missing is a supportive and compassionate environment that allows your inner wisdom and strength to emerge.
Together, we will work toward recognizing your inner resilience, learning to trust your instincts, and developing healthier ways to manage challenges as they arise.
My role is to help you honor and accept all parts of yourself, while cultivating a non-judgmental awareness of the present moment.
I have a special interest for working with men, first responders, older adults, education staff, ACOA, adult children of dysfunctional families, addiction/recovery aftercare.
Welcome, I offer Trauma-informed Psychodynamic Therapy . Have you been feeling disconnected, seeking to process the past, explore boundaries in relationships, process family origin dynamics or gain a deeper sense of self-understanding? Repeating relationship patterns, attachment wounds, & the ongoing impact of C-PTSD, childhood trauma , addiction, or occupational trauma can feel overwhelming, confusing, & exhausting. If you’re looking to work through emotional experience, build self-compassion, & create meaningful shifts toward greater balance & emotional wellbeing I welcome you to connect.
I have a special interest for working with men, first responders, older adults, education staff, ACOA, adult children of dysfunctional families, addiction/recovery aftercare.
Welcome, I offer Trauma-informed Psychodynamic Therapy . Have you been feeling disconnected, seeking to process the past, explore boundaries in relationships, process family origin dynamics or gain a deeper sense of self-understanding? Repeating relationship patterns, attachment wounds, & the ongoing impact of C-PTSD, childhood trauma , addiction, or occupational trauma can feel overwhelming, confusing, & exhausting. If you’re looking to work through emotional experience, build self-compassion, & create meaningful shifts toward greater balance & emotional wellbeing I welcome you to connect.
I specialize in supporting clients who are looking to make real, sustained change in their lives. Whether you’ve been told to “keep it together” or feel there hasn’t been room for you to explore your challenges, our time together will feel different. My approach is relational at its core, grounded in trust, respect, and honest connection. Together, we will create a space where you feel understood as you build a life of intention that is aligned with your unique values and goals. We’ll explore your story, develop insight, and build intentional and lasting strategies to help you live more authentically and with greater clarity.
I specialize in supporting clients who are looking to make real, sustained change in their lives. Whether you’ve been told to “keep it together” or feel there hasn’t been room for you to explore your challenges, our time together will feel different. My approach is relational at its core, grounded in trust, respect, and honest connection. Together, we will create a space where you feel understood as you build a life of intention that is aligned with your unique values and goals. We’ll explore your story, develop insight, and build intentional and lasting strategies to help you live more authentically and with greater clarity.
Burnout, Work Stress, Anxiety, Trauma,
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MTS, CSHP, CSE
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Stressed and anxious from work? Not the person you want to be? Therapy for burnout, work stress, and anxiety across Ontario. I'm Erika Mills, I hope we get a chance to meet. I support caring professionals, including nurses, teachers, educators, and executive leaders who are experiencing burnout, grief, trauma, identity loss or moral injury at work & home. There is a way forward through burnout, stress & anxiety. If you are looking for help to revive your well-being and sense of purpose through a values-based recovery model, please reach out to rebuild clarity, boundaries, and identity. I look forward to meeting you.
Stressed and anxious from work? Not the person you want to be? Therapy for burnout, work stress, and anxiety across Ontario. I'm Erika Mills, I hope we get a chance to meet. I support caring professionals, including nurses, teachers, educators, and executive leaders who are experiencing burnout, grief, trauma, identity loss or moral injury at work & home. There is a way forward through burnout, stress & anxiety. If you are looking for help to revive your well-being and sense of purpose through a values-based recovery model, please reach out to rebuild clarity, boundaries, and identity. I look forward to meeting you.
Every individual I have the opportunity to meet carries with them a collection of unique experiences, thoughts, beliefs, values and goals. As humans, we all have periods in our lives when we think, “things are not how they should or ought to be” and this may lead us to a place where we may not be feeling like ourselves. I genuinely believe that you, as a client, are the expert at your own life, but sometimes, even experts can use a little fine tuning- this is one of the functions of therapy! I promise to provide you with the highest quality service that is tailored to your specific needs.
Every individual I have the opportunity to meet carries with them a collection of unique experiences, thoughts, beliefs, values and goals. As humans, we all have periods in our lives when we think, “things are not how they should or ought to be” and this may lead us to a place where we may not be feeling like ourselves. I genuinely believe that you, as a client, are the expert at your own life, but sometimes, even experts can use a little fine tuning- this is one of the functions of therapy! I promise to provide you with the highest quality service that is tailored to your specific needs.
She specializes in working with adults and seniors who experience a wide range of psychological concerns, including depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma, perfectionism, interpersonal problems, emotional dysregulation, insomnia, stress, and self-esteem challenges.
Dr. Stead takes an integrative approach, using empirically supported treatments such as cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, schema-focused therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy in her work. Dr. Stead’s therapeutic interventions are personalized and tailored to clients individual needs.
She specializes in working with adults and seniors who experience a wide range of psychological concerns, including depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma, perfectionism, interpersonal problems, emotional dysregulation, insomnia, stress, and self-esteem challenges.
Dr. Stead takes an integrative approach, using empirically supported treatments such as cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, schema-focused therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy in her work. Dr. Stead’s therapeutic interventions are personalized and tailored to clients individual needs.
Mariana Yassa
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, RPQ
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
We are not meant to face life challenges alone! My deepest passion is to offer a safe, and nonjudgmental space where you can freely explore your thoughts and feelings, gain new insight on the dynamics of your life challenges, and develop practical skills for change. I believe that every person’s story, values, faith, and culture carry within their folds inherent elements of resilience and renewal.
With experience in supporting youth, adults, and couples, I bring an integrative approach to address immediate challenges, gently unpack persistent patterns, and equip you with resources for ongoing well-being.
We are not meant to face life challenges alone! My deepest passion is to offer a safe, and nonjudgmental space where you can freely explore your thoughts and feelings, gain new insight on the dynamics of your life challenges, and develop practical skills for change. I believe that every person’s story, values, faith, and culture carry within their folds inherent elements of resilience and renewal.
With experience in supporting youth, adults, and couples, I bring an integrative approach to address immediate challenges, gently unpack persistent patterns, and equip you with resources for ongoing well-being.
Maureen MacDiarmid: Trauma+, Clinical
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
As an experienced Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor (of other therapists with CRPO and OCSWSSW), I help people who are trying to cope with past or present traumas and extreme stress. I also help those who may be dealing with relationship concerns, low mood, fear, anxiety, abuse, illness, chaos, workplace problems, substance dependence and losses. If you are interested in finding out about therapy and what it could look like for you, please call or email me and I will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
As an experienced Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor (of other therapists with CRPO and OCSWSSW), I help people who are trying to cope with past or present traumas and extreme stress. I also help those who may be dealing with relationship concerns, low mood, fear, anxiety, abuse, illness, chaos, workplace problems, substance dependence and losses. If you are interested in finding out about therapy and what it could look like for you, please call or email me and I will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
