Therapists for Seniors in Sault Ste Marie, ON
Ashley is a Registered Social Worker with 17 years of experience in the mental health field. She works in a strengths-based approach focusing on social, emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing and wellness, to enhance daily living. Ashley has a strong background of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and is Trauma level one and two certified through the Hincks-Dellcrest Centre. Her extensive training and experience working in the private and public sectors has given her knowledge in working with children, adolescents and adults.
Ashley is a Registered Social Worker with 17 years of experience in the mental health field. She works in a strengths-based approach focusing on social, emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing and wellness, to enhance daily living. Ashley has a strong background of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and is Trauma level one and two certified through the Hincks-Dellcrest Centre. Her extensive training and experience working in the private and public sectors has given her knowledge in working with children, adolescents and adults.
Hi! I’m Julie Myers and I am passionate about providing clients the space to feel seen and heard, creating the safety to process difficult emotions and experiences, related to trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic illness/injury and life stressors and changes. As a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist in Sault Ste. Marie, I have been dedicated to the fields of mental health, medical challenges and rehabilitation for more than 19 years. I offer both in person services in Sault Ste. Marie and virtual options across Ontario. I can't wait to explore innovative approaches to healing and well-being with you!
Hi! I’m Julie Myers and I am passionate about providing clients the space to feel seen and heard, creating the safety to process difficult emotions and experiences, related to trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic illness/injury and life stressors and changes. As a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist in Sault Ste. Marie, I have been dedicated to the fields of mental health, medical challenges and rehabilitation for more than 19 years. I offer both in person services in Sault Ste. Marie and virtual options across Ontario. I can't wait to explore innovative approaches to healing and well-being with you!
As a relationally trained therapist, I work with individuals, couples, and families as they navigate life’s challenges. People see me when they wish to see a change in their life and need support or skills to find their way forward.
My work with clients tends to focus on interpersonal relationships, attachment, and overcoming ruptures of trust and other conflicts. I provide a personalized approach to support your needs whether it be with short term or long term therapy. Please reach out by email to schedule a short phone consultation if you're interested in working together or have any questions about starting therapy.
As a relationally trained therapist, I work with individuals, couples, and families as they navigate life’s challenges. People see me when they wish to see a change in their life and need support or skills to find their way forward.
My work with clients tends to focus on interpersonal relationships, attachment, and overcoming ruptures of trust and other conflicts. I provide a personalized approach to support your needs whether it be with short term or long term therapy. Please reach out by email to schedule a short phone consultation if you're interested in working together or have any questions about starting therapy.
EMDR Therapy for Trauma, Anxiety, and Healing (I aim to give you the most meaningful experience)
- Accepting New Clients -
I work with adults and youth who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck, even when life looks okay on the outside. Many carry trauma, grief, or stress that hasn’t fully resolved. I work closely with Indigenous youth and families and welcome people from all backgrounds. When it’s meaningful to you, therapy can include your spiritual or faith-based beliefs, including Christianity. My goal is to help you feel grounded, connected, and more like yourself again.
EMDR Therapy for Trauma, Anxiety, and Healing (I aim to give you the most meaningful experience)
- Accepting New Clients -
I work with adults and youth who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck, even when life looks okay on the outside. Many carry trauma, grief, or stress that hasn’t fully resolved. I work closely with Indigenous youth and families and welcome people from all backgrounds. When it’s meaningful to you, therapy can include your spiritual or faith-based beliefs, including Christianity. My goal is to help you feel grounded, connected, and more like yourself again.
My passion and lifelong focus is helping people to feel better about themselves and realize their own potential by resolving past traumas and changing old limiting internal programs. I specialize in Grief and Trauma Resolution therapies as well as end of life guidance and support, for the whole family. My approach to helping people is varied depending on the needs and desires of my clients. I am trained in CBT/DBT, EMDR, Hypnosis, Somatic/Energy Therapies, Transformational Breathwork, Emotional Freedom Technique and Grief Therapy. I have over 32 years of experience.
My passion and lifelong focus is helping people to feel better about themselves and realize their own potential by resolving past traumas and changing old limiting internal programs. I specialize in Grief and Trauma Resolution therapies as well as end of life guidance and support, for the whole family. My approach to helping people is varied depending on the needs and desires of my clients. I am trained in CBT/DBT, EMDR, Hypnosis, Somatic/Energy Therapies, Transformational Breathwork, Emotional Freedom Technique and Grief Therapy. I have over 32 years of experience.
Sex and relationships are often at the core of our lives. The ways in which we connect with others - and with ourselves - can have significant impacts on our health and well-being. Communication barriers, sexual dysfunction, disconnection, infidelity, domestic abuse, trauma, and other kinds of psychosocial concerns are common challenges that lead people to seek therapy with me. Many of my clients are wanting to calm anxiety, develop coping skills, increase sexual satisfaction, reconnect with partners, or heal from trauma and abuse.
Sex and relationships are often at the core of our lives. The ways in which we connect with others - and with ourselves - can have significant impacts on our health and well-being. Communication barriers, sexual dysfunction, disconnection, infidelity, domestic abuse, trauma, and other kinds of psychosocial concerns are common challenges that lead people to seek therapy with me. Many of my clients are wanting to calm anxiety, develop coping skills, increase sexual satisfaction, reconnect with partners, or heal from trauma and abuse.
Mental health starts with honesty to build insight toward an established goal. If you've ever thought I want to: be able to say no to people, have connection and lasting relationships, to be successful in my job/relationship/self, I want to communicate better, wanting to know what the heck are emotions anyway, etc... if any of these resonate with you - we have some work to do. I believe in transparency, equitable work, collaborative efforts and accountability to walk this journey together. My 50% is holding space for you, nonjudgmentally; your 50% is to show up prepared and to practice the work. Let's start...
Mental health starts with honesty to build insight toward an established goal. If you've ever thought I want to: be able to say no to people, have connection and lasting relationships, to be successful in my job/relationship/self, I want to communicate better, wanting to know what the heck are emotions anyway, etc... if any of these resonate with you - we have some work to do. I believe in transparency, equitable work, collaborative efforts and accountability to walk this journey together. My 50% is holding space for you, nonjudgmentally; your 50% is to show up prepared and to practice the work. Let's start...
A Registered Social worker offering Psychotherapy within a respectful environment. Working from a strength based approach using Internal Family Systems (Level 1); Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) that has Mindfulness included to help regulate nervous system and understand what is happening Emotionally, Mentally, Physically and Spiritually to understand what gets in the way of Relationships and why we respond the way we do. Dealing with these parts of ourselves with curiosity, compassion, and kindness aids in our understanding and ability to learn, grow and heal. I am an NIHB provider.
A Registered Social worker offering Psychotherapy within a respectful environment. Working from a strength based approach using Internal Family Systems (Level 1); Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) that has Mindfulness included to help regulate nervous system and understand what is happening Emotionally, Mentally, Physically and Spiritually to understand what gets in the way of Relationships and why we respond the way we do. Dealing with these parts of ourselves with curiosity, compassion, and kindness aids in our understanding and ability to learn, grow and heal. I am an NIHB provider.
B. Skinner Coaching & Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
Sault Ste Marie, ON P6B
I am Registered Psychotherapist devoted to helping individuals and organizations harness the power of human potential by understanding how to cultivate a healthy mind and mindset. My goal is to provide all of my clients with the tools that will lead to real and lasting positive change!
I am Registered Psychotherapist devoted to helping individuals and organizations harness the power of human potential by understanding how to cultivate a healthy mind and mindset. My goal is to provide all of my clients with the tools that will lead to real and lasting positive change!
I support children, teens, and adults across Ontario who are navigating the effects of trauma, anxiety, grief, and challenges with emotional regulation. If you’re living with the impact of difficult experiences, ongoing stress, or emotions that feel hard to manage, therapy can offer a calm, supportive space to slow down, reflect, and better understand what you’re going through. My work is grounded in trauma-informed care and informed by evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, strengths-based therapy, and mindfulness. We move at a pace that feels respectful and manageable, supporting meaningful, lasting change over time.
I support children, teens, and adults across Ontario who are navigating the effects of trauma, anxiety, grief, and challenges with emotional regulation. If you’re living with the impact of difficult experiences, ongoing stress, or emotions that feel hard to manage, therapy can offer a calm, supportive space to slow down, reflect, and better understand what you’re going through. My work is grounded in trauma-informed care and informed by evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, strengths-based therapy, and mindfulness. We move at a pace that feels respectful and manageable, supporting meaningful, lasting change over time.
Are you hoping to make a change in your life? Are you going through a transition or challenge that is asking more of you than you feel equipped to handle? Are you having a hard time in one or more of your relationships? It takes a lot of courage to reach out for support. It is my hope that we can work together to make this period of change or tension just a little bit easier and to find a meaningful way forward.
Are you hoping to make a change in your life? Are you going through a transition or challenge that is asking more of you than you feel equipped to handle? Are you having a hard time in one or more of your relationships? It takes a lot of courage to reach out for support. It is my hope that we can work together to make this period of change or tension just a little bit easier and to find a meaningful way forward.
Hello! My name is Sarah and I am a Registered Social Worker in Sault Ste. Marie. I offer in person and virtual services to individuals living in Ontario. I primarily work with the adult population (16+) but welcome parents/caregiver/guardians looking to support their youth, to outreach for consultation.
Hello! My name is Sarah and I am a Registered Social Worker in Sault Ste. Marie. I offer in person and virtual services to individuals living in Ontario. I primarily work with the adult population (16+) but welcome parents/caregiver/guardians looking to support their youth, to outreach for consultation.
Welcome to my practice, Lighthouse Counselling and Therapy Services SSM. Are you having personal difficulties, or perhaps concerns about your child? Is there a family or couples issue you are hoping to resolve? Let lighthouse counselling be your beacon of hope. I am a registered Psychotherapist who works with children, adolescents, and adults/families. I specialize in Play based therapy/ sand tray, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Brief Solution Focused Therapy. I have training in Emotional Focused Family Therapy and like to use a variety of methodologies to suit the individual needs of my clients.
Welcome to my practice, Lighthouse Counselling and Therapy Services SSM. Are you having personal difficulties, or perhaps concerns about your child? Is there a family or couples issue you are hoping to resolve? Let lighthouse counselling be your beacon of hope. I am a registered Psychotherapist who works with children, adolescents, and adults/families. I specialize in Play based therapy/ sand tray, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Brief Solution Focused Therapy. I have training in Emotional Focused Family Therapy and like to use a variety of methodologies to suit the individual needs of my clients.
Armstrong Counselling and Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, BA Psyc, BA Soc, MSW
Sault Ste Marie, ON P6A
Trauma is any painful experience that occurred in the absence of an empathic witness. When we are supported and validated, we heal. I am a trauma informed EMDR, IFS and Certified Hypnotherapist Trauma specialist. These difficulties can leave you feeling overwhelmed and unsure how to move forward. You might be wondering if things can actually get better - I want you to know that they can.
With 30 plus years of experience helping children, teens, adults, couples and families, I offer practical tools tailored to your unique needs. My approach is grounded in evidence-based methods while remaining flexible to what works best for you.
Trauma is any painful experience that occurred in the absence of an empathic witness. When we are supported and validated, we heal. I am a trauma informed EMDR, IFS and Certified Hypnotherapist Trauma specialist. These difficulties can leave you feeling overwhelmed and unsure how to move forward. You might be wondering if things can actually get better - I want you to know that they can.
With 30 plus years of experience helping children, teens, adults, couples and families, I offer practical tools tailored to your unique needs. My approach is grounded in evidence-based methods while remaining flexible to what works best for you.
I have been a Registered Social Worker in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers since 2016 and have over 20 years of human service experience. My career has been spent working in both education and health care settings. I have experience in addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, borderline personality disorder as well as working with individuals with severe mental illness. I have trained and practiced in several evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Prolonged Exposure Therapy.
I have been a Registered Social Worker in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers since 2016 and have over 20 years of human service experience. My career has been spent working in both education and health care settings. I have experience in addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, borderline personality disorder as well as working with individuals with severe mental illness. I have trained and practiced in several evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Prolonged Exposure Therapy.
I am a registered social worker dedicated to supporting individuals across all ages through life’s challenges, including trauma, grief, anxiety, and depression. My approach is grounded in the belief that healing and growth happen when people feel seen, heard, and understood. I meet clients where they are, honoring their experiences and walking alongside them on their journey toward wellness. I believe in compassion, curiosity, and collaboration.
I am a registered social worker dedicated to supporting individuals across all ages through life’s challenges, including trauma, grief, anxiety, and depression. My approach is grounded in the belief that healing and growth happen when people feel seen, heard, and understood. I meet clients where they are, honoring their experiences and walking alongside them on their journey toward wellness. I believe in compassion, curiosity, and collaboration.
Jennifer Tiviluk On-line Distance Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
2 Endorsed
Sault Ste Marie, ON P6A
My therapeutic approach is to get to the root of your presenting challenge. I believe in distinguishing symptom management from root causes of symptoms to support permanent change in your life. I bring a sense of humour, empathy, directness, a variety of personal and professional experiences and a strong commitment to work collaboratively with you in a client centred environment. I believe in the importance of understanding your early experiences and how they affect your anxiety, depression and other mental health challenges. I use outcome measurements and assessments to monitor your progress.
My therapeutic approach is to get to the root of your presenting challenge. I believe in distinguishing symptom management from root causes of symptoms to support permanent change in your life. I bring a sense of humour, empathy, directness, a variety of personal and professional experiences and a strong commitment to work collaboratively with you in a client centred environment. I believe in the importance of understanding your early experiences and how they affect your anxiety, depression and other mental health challenges. I use outcome measurements and assessments to monitor your progress.
Charles Skeete
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, MTS , BCC, NPSA
1 Endorsed
Sault Ste Marie, ON P6A
At Alpha Optimal Living Inc. we support real people with real needs. Life as we know it can be overwhelming, Work, children, parents, studies, and relationships can be fulfilling when going well, but can be a source of stress and difficulty when challenges arise. Here at Alpha, we help you address the root cause of the things that get in the way of you achieving your preferred future. We help with addictions, trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, relationships and a need for direction and focus in your life
At Alpha Optimal Living Inc. we support real people with real needs. Life as we know it can be overwhelming, Work, children, parents, studies, and relationships can be fulfilling when going well, but can be a source of stress and difficulty when challenges arise. Here at Alpha, we help you address the root cause of the things that get in the way of you achieving your preferred future. We help with addictions, trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, relationships and a need for direction and focus in your life
I am a registered social worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and have been working in the field of providing counselling since 1997. I have degrees in psychology and women’s studies from York University, a counselling diploma (Assaulted Women's and Children's Counsellor Advocate) from George Brown College, a Bachelors degree in Social Work from Algoma University and a Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Waterloo. I deliver productive and effective psychotherapy with a focus on processing past events/trauma, self-esteem building and developing coping mechanisms and strategies.
I am a registered social worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and have been working in the field of providing counselling since 1997. I have degrees in psychology and women’s studies from York University, a counselling diploma (Assaulted Women's and Children's Counsellor Advocate) from George Brown College, a Bachelors degree in Social Work from Algoma University and a Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Waterloo. I deliver productive and effective psychotherapy with a focus on processing past events/trauma, self-esteem building and developing coping mechanisms and strategies.
Hello and Welcome. Life can be messy and challenging, whether struggling with day-to-day stress and anxiety, grief and bereavement, or other life difficulties and changes. Today we deal with many complexities. If you want to be more peaceful and hopeful, more confident or want to focus on personal growth, I can help. We can work together to discuss what happened in your past, what's happening now, and how to move forward. I have had the honour to work with individuals and couples seeking clarity and to improve their relationships. In addition to 60 or 90 minute session, I offer one or two day intensive couple sessions.
Hello and Welcome. Life can be messy and challenging, whether struggling with day-to-day stress and anxiety, grief and bereavement, or other life difficulties and changes. Today we deal with many complexities. If you want to be more peaceful and hopeful, more confident or want to focus on personal growth, I can help. We can work together to discuss what happened in your past, what's happening now, and how to move forward. I have had the honour to work with individuals and couples seeking clarity and to improve their relationships. In addition to 60 or 90 minute session, I offer one or two day intensive couple sessions.
FAQ - About Therapy for Elders
Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?
Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and physical mobility challenges.
How is counselling for elderly different from counselling for other age groups?
In general, counselling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. Therapists who specialise in working with elderly clients generally have the same framework but may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counselling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.
How can therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?
Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.
What are the qualities to look for in therapists who see seniors?
Seniors counsellors, like mental health counselors in general, should be kind, empathetic, skilled at listening, and knowledgeable about their particular area of expertise. Counsellors specialising in working with the senior population should be very familiar with the aging process in general and the common conditions that the elderly can face, such as dementia, depression, loneliness, and/or physical illness. Many senior counsellors are also well-equipped to help caregivers and families navigate the aging process of their loved ones, and they may draw on Interpersonal Therapy to help facilitate improved interactions between seniors and those that care for them.