Elders (65+) Therapists in Richmond Hill, ON

Finding the right therapist is as important as getting the right help. In the process of seeking who you would prefer to work with, we offer a free 15 minute consultation over the phone. If you decide to make an appointment, the first session has no strings attached. We will go through what the concerns are, some goals, and expectations (if any), and you can decide whether you are ready for us to continue with further sessions. Collaboration is essential in this process of finding a path to your healing. Take the next step and give us a call to see if we can work together. Our office hours are M-F 9am-8pm and Saturdays 10am-5pm.

I am a registered Master’s level social worker with over 8 years experience in the field. My goal as a counsellor is to help you to achieve your therapeutic goals and equip you with coping strategies and skills to foster resilience, build on your strengths and inspire hope. I utilize a collaborative approach to sessions, whereby I work with you each step of the way to ensure your input and thoughts are included in creating the most effective intervention plans to meet your unique needs. My practice is grounded in anti-oppression, anti-racism, and anti-stigma principles, along with mutual respect and cultural sensitivity.

I understand that at any stage of life whether married or single, issues do arise that are challenging & stressful. If you feel your connection with your partner is not strong as it used to be, If you have been traumatized by life events, unexpected changes & you are thinking things are getting out of control, feel anxious ,angry or sad, you can contact me, together we can construct the best path to improve your relationship, heal your heart and calm your anxious body & mind. I want you to remember that you are worthy of a healthy relationship, and I want you to know that depression or anxiety are curable.

Career/Mental Health/Hypnotherapy ..... As a culturally competent counsellor, I have an understanding of the cultural nuances that influence the Black/BIPOC community in the GTA. Whether it's personal, intercultural, intergenerational, workplace/educational discrimination, systemic barriers or micro-aggressions ... These things will affect how you view yourself and your place in our society. While the majority of my clients are from the African diaspora, I’m happy to meet with anyone who wants to share their story with me and welcome me as a supportive member of your village.

Welcome to my profile! I provide English-Spanish bilingual counselling to individuals, couples and families experiencing a variety of life transitions and challenges. Patients come to me for a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, grieving, anger, and relationships. My approach to counselling is eclectic, meaning that I chose the modality of work based on your personality style and what can be most effective to you. My treatment modalities include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Attachment Theory and Systems Theory. I am also a Career Counsellor; I can support you in finding your career path.

Mental health must recognize individualism- within the psychotherapeutic environment, my key values include: respecting and empowering individualism, and creating a safe, collaborative approach with you. You are the storyteller of your life, and my role is to further support you while you write, edit, and enhance the pages. My clients have shared that I provide a genuine and non-judgmental presence while they worked towards their therapeutic goals. You can expect a therapeutic setting that is professional, yet relaxed, and the calm atmosphere we will create together will help you explore your emotions, thoughts, and experiences.

Kitty’s diverse background provides a unique perspective on counselling psychology and mental health care. Kitty has provided counselling and therapy with all age groups in private clinics, hospitals, school board, courts, and community agencies for 15 years. Kitty has extensive experience working with individuals struggling with mental health and addictions, with a focus on anxiety, depression, anger management, self-esteem, domestic violence and trauma. Being CBT certified and working primarily from an anti-oppressive practice lens, Kitty uses strengths-based, Mindfulness-based, emotion-focused, DBT, and etc.

Have you ever felt anxious or depressed because things just weren't working out the way that you want it to? Have you felt helpless or lonely because you needed someone to listen and no one was there? Seeking help when you are in these types of situations is tough, but I strongly believe that with the right skill set, growth, healing, and change can be possible. As a Registered Psychotherapist, I specialize in working with those that have experienced trauma, intimate partner violence, bereavement, as well as working with those who are struggling with mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and low self- esteem.

Dr. Christine Hansen, is a registered Ph.D psychologist in Clinical, Counselling and Rehabilitation Psychology with thriving practices in Richmond Hill & Markham. She is a member of the College of Psychologists and the Ontario Psychological Association. She is a FSCO licenced service provider. Dr. Hansen obtained her doctorate in Counselling Psychology from U.of T.With 25 years + of experience obtained in diverse settings, she works with a variety of problems with clients from many cultural backgrounds.While many problems resolve over time, working with a psychologist can facilitate changes and solutions sooner providing realistic strategies and reduction of stress and other psychological symptoms.

Compassion, recovery, and discovery is what my practice is based on. I am a trauma-informed, ADHD-certified clinician. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space for anyone who walks through the doors of my office.

I offer non-judgemental, compassionate and professional therapy with 20yrs of experience. You will experience a feeling of being understood and therapeutic connection with me. I look forward to the opportunity to develop a therapeutic relationship with you and work alongside you on your personal journey.

As a therapist I aim to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can discuss personal and sensitive issues. I will work collaboratively with you to help you find the solutions that are best for you. Through psychotherapy you can explore negative emotions, gain insight to problematic thoughts and behaviours and learn healthy coping strategies that will help to rebuild your self confidence. If you are feeling depressed, anxious, stressed or overwhelmed therapy can help you overcome these feelings. If you are struggling in your relationships, therapy can help you create more satisfying and meaningful relationships.

I am a patience, non-judgemental and a skillful clinical social worker of extensive mental health knowledge and working experiences with individual and couple of diverse ethnic and cultural background. I have exceptional passion in working with people who experience and struggle with emotional and life adjustment difficulties, personal and relationship tension, poor school/occupational performance and behavioral challenge due to anxiety, depression, borderline personality traits, anger issue, loss/grief, post-traumatic stress disorder, trauma, ADHD, and chronic pain post motor vehicle accident.

If you feel you are suffering from a certain psychological distress, grappling with perfectionism, or involved in an incompatible relationship, it doesn't mean you are crazy. These challenges simply mean you have some unmet needs. Challenging life experiences and the lack of adequate social support can generate different types of psychological distresses that may impact on your emotional status and family functions. Fortunately, there are solutions for most of these challenges. I am ready to support you to discover the necessary tools to fulfil your unmet needs.

My passion is to walk along side with people during their journey towards healing and growth. I value each client as a unique individual, who deserves to be treated with compassion and respect. I believe that developing emotional maturity and gaining self-understanding are essential steps towards personal growth.Over the course of our lives, we all inevitably experienced some emotional wounds, which hinder us from personal growth. Counselling serves as a process to help us uncover those wounds and heal, and in the process, gain self-understanding and self-awareness, and be empowered to make changes towards holistic growth.

If you are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, disconnected or struggling with difficult emotions (i.e. depression, anxiety, burnout or anger), I can certainly support you. We all get hit with hardships. It takes courage to seek help. I am happy to work with you to relieve your stress, achieve wellness and improve you quality of life. My area of specialty includes working with individuals, couples and families to manage and heal from the impact of depression, anxiety and trauma. I have an eclectic approach that combines several modalities i.e. CBT, Psychodynamic & Narrative therapy). I also offer group counselling & supervision services.

Congratulations on taking the first step in working through your issues to increase your wellbeing. My name is Danny Seto and I am a Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Marriage & Family Therapist and Approved Supervisor, and Certified Couples Therapist. I am a caring, empathetic, and understanding individual who will work with you and your loved ones. I offer a client-centered eclectic approach to counselling that uses a variety of modalities (such as CBT, solution- focussed, narrative, play-based therapy, to name just a few). I would enjoy the possibility of working through your needs at your pace.