Dementia Therapists in Ottawa, ON
I am a professional Social Worker that specialize in older adults and I am here to help, with a calm non-judgmental and supportive approach.
Individuals come to me to get the support concerning, Depression, Anxiety, Difficulty with everyday tasks and mobility, lack of purpose, Insomnia, Loss and Bereavement, Mood challenges, Life Transitions, Midlife Crisis, Loneliness, Low Self-esteem, Memory loss and Dementia, Transition to living in Retirement Home or Long Term Care home, Stress.
I am a professional Social Worker that specialize in older adults and I am here to help, with a calm non-judgmental and supportive approach.
Individuals come to me to get the support concerning, Depression, Anxiety, Difficulty with everyday tasks and mobility, lack of purpose, Insomnia, Loss and Bereavement, Mood challenges, Life Transitions, Midlife Crisis, Loneliness, Low Self-esteem, Memory loss and Dementia, Transition to living in Retirement Home or Long Term Care home, Stress.
My practice focuses on identifying neuropsychological difficulties, helping clients to better understand their cognitive profile, and helping clients learn ways to adapt to any cognitive limitations. Practical recommendations are provided through one-on-one feedback and a detailed report, so that clients, their families, and their healthcare providers can work together to maximize functioning. Above all, I strive to provide an objective opinion about an individual's cognition.
My practice focuses on identifying neuropsychological difficulties, helping clients to better understand their cognitive profile, and helping clients learn ways to adapt to any cognitive limitations. Practical recommendations are provided through one-on-one feedback and a detailed report, so that clients, their families, and their healthcare providers can work together to maximize functioning. Above all, I strive to provide an objective opinion about an individual's cognition.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or the weight of past experiences? Therapy can help. I work with adults who may appear capable on the outside but feel reactive, self-critical, or stuck in difficult relationship patterns. Together, we explore what may be driving these struggles and work toward greater clarity, emotional steadiness, and more secure, fulfilling relationships.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or the weight of past experiences? Therapy can help. I work with adults who may appear capable on the outside but feel reactive, self-critical, or stuck in difficult relationship patterns. Together, we explore what may be driving these struggles and work toward greater clarity, emotional steadiness, and more secure, fulfilling relationships.
Everyone learns and experiences the world a little differently. Some people face challenges with attention, learning, emotions, or social interactions—whether at school, work, or in daily life. These struggles can feel frustrating and may lead to feeling misunderstood or held back.
When there’s uncertainty about how you think, learn, or cope, it’s natural to want clarity. Understanding your cognitive and emotional strengths can open the door to helpful supports, meaningful accommodations, and strategies that support growth and success.
Everyone learns and experiences the world a little differently. Some people face challenges with attention, learning, emotions, or social interactions—whether at school, work, or in daily life. These struggles can feel frustrating and may lead to feeling misunderstood or held back.
When there’s uncertainty about how you think, learn, or cope, it’s natural to want clarity. Understanding your cognitive and emotional strengths can open the door to helpful supports, meaningful accommodations, and strategies that support growth and success.
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. Are you looking for a therapeutic approach that includes and goes beyond traditional talk therapy by incorporating mind and an deeper connection with yourself and your body? Perhaps you are seeking a deeper sense of self awareness and acceptance or to heal from cycles of pain or past traumas that make you feel stuck. Sometimes this shows up as chronic stress, anxiety, emotional numbness or disconnection from our bodies and feelings, negative self talk or a feeling that life is hard to navigate. Perhaps you wish to cultivate a sense of inner peace and resilience and spiritual growth.
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. Are you looking for a therapeutic approach that includes and goes beyond traditional talk therapy by incorporating mind and an deeper connection with yourself and your body? Perhaps you are seeking a deeper sense of self awareness and acceptance or to heal from cycles of pain or past traumas that make you feel stuck. Sometimes this shows up as chronic stress, anxiety, emotional numbness or disconnection from our bodies and feelings, negative self talk or a feeling that life is hard to navigate. Perhaps you wish to cultivate a sense of inner peace and resilience and spiritual growth.
I am presently open to new clients. My method is holistic, incorporating narrative therapy techniques. I offer person-centered and solution-focused therapy. With more than 15 years of experience, I have assisted adults (18 and older) and seniors.
I am presently open to new clients. My method is holistic, incorporating narrative therapy techniques. I offer person-centered and solution-focused therapy. With more than 15 years of experience, I have assisted adults (18 and older) and seniors.
Welcome! I’m Stephanie, a registered psychologist in the provinces of Quebec and Ontario, dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal and emotional goals. With a unique blend of academic expertise and practical experience, I am committed to providing a supportive and transformative therapeutic experience. In addition to my private practice, I serve as a professor of counselling and the director of clinical training at Saint-Paul University. My approach is integrative and evidence-based, focusing on the whole person to ensure comprehensive care.
Welcome! I’m Stephanie, a registered psychologist in the provinces of Quebec and Ontario, dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal and emotional goals. With a unique blend of academic expertise and practical experience, I am committed to providing a supportive and transformative therapeutic experience. In addition to my private practice, I serve as a professor of counselling and the director of clinical training at Saint-Paul University. My approach is integrative and evidence-based, focusing on the whole person to ensure comprehensive care.
I work with clients who may be struggling with a variety of concerns and have a keen interest in working with older adults.
Hi, I’m so glad you’re here.
Taking the first step towards becoming your desired self takes courage, and I am glad you are here with me. I am dedicated to providing a safe space for self-discovery, wellness, and conquering life's challenges. When things become a bit too heavy, we forget we can put it down. Let us take a breath and the first step together.
I supports youth and adults through their journey, exploring their emotions, thoughts, and experiences in a non-judgemental space.
I work with clients who may be struggling with a variety of concerns and have a keen interest in working with older adults.
Hi, I’m so glad you’re here.
Taking the first step towards becoming your desired self takes courage, and I am glad you are here with me. I am dedicated to providing a safe space for self-discovery, wellness, and conquering life's challenges. When things become a bit too heavy, we forget we can put it down. Let us take a breath and the first step together.
I supports youth and adults through their journey, exploring their emotions, thoughts, and experiences in a non-judgemental space.
Accepting New Clients and Couples. Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, and I commend you for taking this step. Whether you’re feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure about the future, I offer a supportive space to help you navigate life’s challenges with clarity and confidence.
My clients often struggle with stress, burnout, anxiety, relationship challenges, or major life transitions. Many feel emotionally exhausted—whether from caregiving, early parenthood, or big life changes. Some are individuals or couples seeking better communication and deeper connection, and support adjusting to shifts in career, identity, or family roles.
Accepting New Clients and Couples. Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, and I commend you for taking this step. Whether you’re feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure about the future, I offer a supportive space to help you navigate life’s challenges with clarity and confidence.
My clients often struggle with stress, burnout, anxiety, relationship challenges, or major life transitions. Many feel emotionally exhausted—whether from caregiving, early parenthood, or big life changes. Some are individuals or couples seeking better communication and deeper connection, and support adjusting to shifts in career, identity, or family roles.
I specialize in helping helpers - because as a medical professional, first responder, or caregiver you're wonderful at caring for others but get caught in the trap of being too busy to care for yourself. You put the needs of others above your own and get lost trying to re-establish balance. I am also passionate about helping those grieving. Despite recognizing the natural process of grief, it can feel confusing, isolating, and shocking making it difficult to navigate through life and the wide range of emotions. At times, these two intersect when caregivers become bereaved and it can feel impossible to navigate life moving forward.
I specialize in helping helpers - because as a medical professional, first responder, or caregiver you're wonderful at caring for others but get caught in the trap of being too busy to care for yourself. You put the needs of others above your own and get lost trying to re-establish balance. I am also passionate about helping those grieving. Despite recognizing the natural process of grief, it can feel confusing, isolating, and shocking making it difficult to navigate through life and the wide range of emotions. At times, these two intersect when caregivers become bereaved and it can feel impossible to navigate life moving forward.
Hello! My name is Nicky Texeira and I am currently an intern, on my journey of completing the Master’s in Arts Counseling and Psychotherapy at Yorkville University. I use a humanistic, person-centered approach to allow for personal, self discovery. I provide the space and freedom for my clients to express themselves at a comfortable pace. Cynthia Schoppmann, the owner of CJS Psychotherapy and Consulting Services and Registered Psychotherapist, will be my supervisor throughout the process.
Hello! My name is Nicky Texeira and I am currently an intern, on my journey of completing the Master’s in Arts Counseling and Psychotherapy at Yorkville University. I use a humanistic, person-centered approach to allow for personal, self discovery. I provide the space and freedom for my clients to express themselves at a comfortable pace. Cynthia Schoppmann, the owner of CJS Psychotherapy and Consulting Services and Registered Psychotherapist, will be my supervisor throughout the process.
No travel clients at this time for older adults (waitlist opening FEB/MAR)!
I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where you can openly explore your feelings and experiences. Clients often describe appreciating my supportive “vibe,” though my focus is on creating a safe environment to process emotions while also providing gentle challenges as we work together on your goals, using new strategies and tools.
No travel clients at this time for older adults (waitlist opening FEB/MAR)!
I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where you can openly explore your feelings and experiences. Clients often describe appreciating my supportive “vibe,” though my focus is on creating a safe environment to process emotions while also providing gentle challenges as we work together on your goals, using new strategies and tools.
I support clients through normal challenges and stress we all can face as well as complex situations of grief and loss, divorce, trauma and abuse. I facilitate difficult conversations in changing relationships or around family's role in caring for elders. Using a holistic approach, I focus on the total well-being of individuals and families with whom I work. I can also help you strengthen healthy coping skills or learn new strategies that better support you now in your current situation.
I support clients through normal challenges and stress we all can face as well as complex situations of grief and loss, divorce, trauma and abuse. I facilitate difficult conversations in changing relationships or around family's role in caring for elders. Using a holistic approach, I focus on the total well-being of individuals and families with whom I work. I can also help you strengthen healthy coping skills or learn new strategies that better support you now in your current situation.
I deeply value authenticity and strive to foster genuine connections with my clients. I help those struggling with identity, interpersonal relationships, anxiety, life
transitions, and self-esteem. I am especially passionate about supporting individuals navigating trauma or PTSD, chronic pain or illness, particularly the complex effects of concussion or traumatic brain injury (TBI). My intention is to guide you in reconnecting with your core values, enabling you to build resilience and foster a deeper understanding of yourself. My mission is to create a therapeutic space that is warm, safe, and nonjudgmental, where you feel seen.
I deeply value authenticity and strive to foster genuine connections with my clients. I help those struggling with identity, interpersonal relationships, anxiety, life
transitions, and self-esteem. I am especially passionate about supporting individuals navigating trauma or PTSD, chronic pain or illness, particularly the complex effects of concussion or traumatic brain injury (TBI). My intention is to guide you in reconnecting with your core values, enabling you to build resilience and foster a deeper understanding of yourself. My mission is to create a therapeutic space that is warm, safe, and nonjudgmental, where you feel seen.
The Centre for Couples and Relationships
Registered Social Worker, RP, CCC, MSW, RSW
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2B
At The Centre for Couples and Relationships, we believe that intimate relationships are central to human connection, attachment, and well-being. As we go through life stressors and challenges, so do our relationships. If your relationship is in need of improved communication, deeper connection, or repair, we can help. We work with couples and partners struggling with issues such as communication, disconnection, intimacy, infidelity, and family dynamics. We provide a safe and supportive environment for you to explore your relationship dynamics and to repair previous patterns of conflict or hurt.
At The Centre for Couples and Relationships, we believe that intimate relationships are central to human connection, attachment, and well-being. As we go through life stressors and challenges, so do our relationships. If your relationship is in need of improved communication, deeper connection, or repair, we can help. We work with couples and partners struggling with issues such as communication, disconnection, intimacy, infidelity, and family dynamics. We provide a safe and supportive environment for you to explore your relationship dynamics and to repair previous patterns of conflict or hurt.
Sometimes life can be a real kick in the pants, get messy, bog you down, or is just plain crappy. And that sucks. You might be experiencing difficult feelings, have challenges in connecting with others, or feel like coping with day to day stuff is too much. Maybe there have been ongoing patterns in your life that you want to stop repeating, or perhaps you have just had a big change, like a major loss, or change in your health. Whatever it may be, you recognize that you want something different for yourself. And that's a big deal.
Sometimes life can be a real kick in the pants, get messy, bog you down, or is just plain crappy. And that sucks. You might be experiencing difficult feelings, have challenges in connecting with others, or feel like coping with day to day stuff is too much. Maybe there have been ongoing patterns in your life that you want to stop repeating, or perhaps you have just had a big change, like a major loss, or change in your health. Whatever it may be, you recognize that you want something different for yourself. And that's a big deal.
I am Olusegun Raji, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with Ontario, with a master’s in counselling psychology. With over two decades of experience, I have developed a deep passion for supporting individuals and couples as they navigate life’s challenges. My goal is to provide a compassionate and empathetic space where clients can explore their emotional and psychological concerns.
I am Olusegun Raji, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with Ontario, with a master’s in counselling psychology. With over two decades of experience, I have developed a deep passion for supporting individuals and couples as they navigate life’s challenges. My goal is to provide a compassionate and empathetic space where clients can explore their emotional and psychological concerns.
Accepting new clients. I support adults going through depression, anxiety, trauma, insomnia, chronic pain and life transitions. A main part of my practice focuses on guiding people through the challenges of chronic illness, disability, caregiving, grief and end-of-life concerns. My services integrate evidence-based practice with compassionate care, offering therapy and psychological assessment. I have a keen interest in supporting people living with health conditions such as cancer, neurological disorders (e.g., ABI, MS, ALS, CP), heart disease, and bowel conditions. My work also focuses on disordered eating and substance use issues
Accepting new clients. I support adults going through depression, anxiety, trauma, insomnia, chronic pain and life transitions. A main part of my practice focuses on guiding people through the challenges of chronic illness, disability, caregiving, grief and end-of-life concerns. My services integrate evidence-based practice with compassionate care, offering therapy and psychological assessment. I have a keen interest in supporting people living with health conditions such as cancer, neurological disorders (e.g., ABI, MS, ALS, CP), heart disease, and bowel conditions. My work also focuses on disordered eating and substance use issues
Our Masters/PhD level certified and experienced mental health professionals at The Counselling Group provide psychological assessments as well as a full range of psychotherapy, counselling and support services for children, adolescents, and adults. We offer individual, couple, family & group counselling tailored to support positive, meaningful change and growth in your life. During your free phone consultation, we will carefully match you with one of our 40 counsellors, based on your needs and availability. Our services are offered in English, French, Spanish, Arabic and several other languages.
Our Masters/PhD level certified and experienced mental health professionals at The Counselling Group provide psychological assessments as well as a full range of psychotherapy, counselling and support services for children, adolescents, and adults. We offer individual, couple, family & group counselling tailored to support positive, meaningful change and growth in your life. During your free phone consultation, we will carefully match you with one of our 40 counsellors, based on your needs and availability. Our services are offered in English, French, Spanish, Arabic and several other languages.
* Currently accepting new clients* I specialize in working with individuals, families and groups in adjusting to illness, enhancing quality of life up to death, caregiver stress, end of life concerns, and bereavement. I am passionate about facilitating difficult conversations and will support you as you connect with your inherent strength and resilience and make meaning of challenging times. I am a Registered Social Worker and certified mindfulness instructor (MBSR Ottawa, University of Toronto). I offer counselling to individuals (16+), families, and groups.
* Currently accepting new clients* I specialize in working with individuals, families and groups in adjusting to illness, enhancing quality of life up to death, caregiver stress, end of life concerns, and bereavement. I am passionate about facilitating difficult conversations and will support you as you connect with your inherent strength and resilience and make meaning of challenging times. I am a Registered Social Worker and certified mindfulness instructor (MBSR Ottawa, University of Toronto). I offer counselling to individuals (16+), families, and groups.
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Can dementia patients benefit from counselling?
Dementia patients can often benefit significantly from counselling. While neurologists typically treat dementia itself, counsellors provide crucial emotional support for patients and their families. Therapists specializing in dementia can help clients navigate aging, end-of-life issues, social isolation, sleep challenges, and grief. They can also assist clients in adapting to the disease by addressing caregiving concerns and supporting family members. Counsellors will often also collaborate with a patient's neurologist or other medical providers to manage dementia symptoms and medication needs.
How can you tell if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's?
To determine if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's disease, there are several signs and diagnostic methods that medical professionals use. Early signs of dementia often include memory loss, difficulty with problem-solving, and challenges in completing familiar tasks. Diagnosing dementia or Alzheimer's requires a comprehensive approach, as there is no single definitive test, and initial diagnosis can sometimes be difficult as symptoms tend to worsen progressively over time. To make a diagnosis, medical professionals typically use a combination of methods, including standardized questionnaires and cognitive tests to assess memory, attention, and problem-solving skills, psychiatric evaluations to understand mental health status, brain scans to look for physical changes in the brain, as well as other medical tests to rule out other conditions.
What are the first-line treatment options for Alzheimer’s disease?
There is no cure for Alzheimer's disease, but catching the disease in its early-to-moderate phases can be beneficial in order to initiate first-line treatments to help manage symptoms. Medications such as galantamine, rivastigmine, and donepezil are examples of cholinesterase inhibitors that are commonly prescribed for Alzheimer’s disease. In addition, working with a therapist or social worker can also often help patients with the disease address common behavioural and lifestyle concerns, such as anxiety, depression, irritability, sleep problems, social support, and housing changes.
When to seek treatment for Alzheimer’s?
It’s best to seek treatment at the first signs of Alzheimer's. Early warning signs of Alzheimer’s include memory problems, such as forgetting appointments or directions, as well as trouble concentrating, paying attention, retrieving words, and carrying out daily household tasks. An early diagnosis can help people slow the progression of the disease with medication and plan for the future in terms of housing, social/caregiving support, and finances.