Dementia Therapists in Milton, ON
We can't pour water from an empty cup. As a new Mom or a caregiver, you might be burning the candle at both ends, putting everyone else's needs ahead of your own. Over time, you might find yourself imploding with rage, guilt or resentment. Wondering, who am I? What are these scary thoughts I’m having? Is it this hard for everyone else? I know what it’s like and I am here for you. I love working with caregivers, and am passionate about perinatal mental health for Moms and Dads. I am also experienced in supporting clients affected by dementia, cancer, anxiety, depression, ambiguous loss, grief, and credit card debt.
We can't pour water from an empty cup. As a new Mom or a caregiver, you might be burning the candle at both ends, putting everyone else's needs ahead of your own. Over time, you might find yourself imploding with rage, guilt or resentment. Wondering, who am I? What are these scary thoughts I’m having? Is it this hard for everyone else? I know what it’s like and I am here for you. I love working with caregivers, and am passionate about perinatal mental health for Moms and Dads. I am also experienced in supporting clients affected by dementia, cancer, anxiety, depression, ambiguous loss, grief, and credit card debt.
Life can be fun & exciting, it can also be lonely, overwhelming, & stressful. Times like this, you're more likely to be hard on yourself, speak critically, not recognize your worth, or make poor decisions that hold you back from reaching your full potential. Therapy is a tool that helps you identify challenges & recognize the critical thoughts that keep you from living the life you deserve. I've worked in the field of mental health for 30 years. My primary focus has been working with children, youth, & parents. I've worked within many sectors including schools. I have an excellent understanding of systems & how to navigate them.
Life can be fun & exciting, it can also be lonely, overwhelming, & stressful. Times like this, you're more likely to be hard on yourself, speak critically, not recognize your worth, or make poor decisions that hold you back from reaching your full potential. Therapy is a tool that helps you identify challenges & recognize the critical thoughts that keep you from living the life you deserve. I've worked in the field of mental health for 30 years. My primary focus has been working with children, youth, & parents. I've worked within many sectors including schools. I have an excellent understanding of systems & how to navigate them.
Alison Darling
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milton, ON L9T
Therapy is not a one-size fits all approach. My goal is to meet you exactly where you are and support you on a therapeutic journey that is unique to you and your needs! I strive to provide a safe, supportive, and empathetic space to explore your concerns and empower you to reach your sense of well-being.
Therapy is not a one-size fits all approach. My goal is to meet you exactly where you are and support you on a therapeutic journey that is unique to you and your needs! I strive to provide a safe, supportive, and empathetic space to explore your concerns and empower you to reach your sense of well-being.
Adrienne Pringle
Registered Psychotherapist, MMT, RP, MTA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Milton, ON L9T
CHM Therapy and Beyond the Studio offer a range of psychotherapeutic services, specializing in individual therapy for young children, teens, adults, and seniors. I entered this profession because I want to help people live better lives. My goal is to build your tools, strategies and inner resources to help you to quickly resume optimal life balance and conclude your time in therapy. I want you to experience progress and positive results from the time that we spend working together. My intention is to create a safe and comfortable environment that is positive and open, without judgment, following your lead.
CHM Therapy and Beyond the Studio offer a range of psychotherapeutic services, specializing in individual therapy for young children, teens, adults, and seniors. I entered this profession because I want to help people live better lives. My goal is to build your tools, strategies and inner resources to help you to quickly resume optimal life balance and conclude your time in therapy. I want you to experience progress and positive results from the time that we spend working together. My intention is to create a safe and comfortable environment that is positive and open, without judgment, following your lead.
Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Milton, ON L9T (Online Only)
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
Connecting with a therapist can be a challenging first step. Lesley would be honoured to journey along side you on your path to healing and well-being.
Connecting with a therapist can be a challenging first step. Lesley would be honoured to journey along side you on your path to healing and well-being.
Heather Montgomery
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), MA, BSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milton, ON L9T
Do you struggle with finding your next step or worry that the plans you made are out of reach? You want to appear confident and joyful, but deep down you are struggling with stress, and wrestling with fatigue. You might not remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready to make a change. You’re ready to let go of guilt, self-doubt, and fear. Most of all, you want to live purposefully in the present.
Do you struggle with finding your next step or worry that the plans you made are out of reach? You want to appear confident and joyful, but deep down you are struggling with stress, and wrestling with fatigue. You might not remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready to make a change. You’re ready to let go of guilt, self-doubt, and fear. Most of all, you want to live purposefully in the present.
Nicole is the founder of Healing Moments, located in the Complete Wellness Clinic. With over a decade of experience working in mental health and addictions treatment Nicole is rooted in the belief that people do the best they can with what they have. Along the way, however, we have learned things about our thoughts, feelings, how we relate to others and patterns of coping with life that are no longer helpful for us. Healing Moments Therapy is about finding a safe space to be heard, feel supported, and to learn new ways of approaching the important relationships in your life.
Nicole is the founder of Healing Moments, located in the Complete Wellness Clinic. With over a decade of experience working in mental health and addictions treatment Nicole is rooted in the belief that people do the best they can with what they have. Along the way, however, we have learned things about our thoughts, feelings, how we relate to others and patterns of coping with life that are no longer helpful for us. Healing Moments Therapy is about finding a safe space to be heard, feel supported, and to learn new ways of approaching the important relationships in your life.
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.
I work with individuals seeking guidance, emotional support, mental clarity, harmony in mind and body. Whether experiencing relationship conflict, stress, grief, trauma or seeking new perspectives and fresh solutions on your life journey, the essence of my approach is to provide a safe, supportive base where you can explore, understand, and heal issues causing discomfort and imbalance in your life. Physical limitations, social discomfort, and the challenge of living in a fast-paced changing world all contribute to "dis-ease" in the body/mind. This can present itself in the form of anxiety, depression, chronic pain, insomnia, eating disorders, addiction and more.
I work with individuals seeking guidance, emotional support, mental clarity, harmony in mind and body. Whether experiencing relationship conflict, stress, grief, trauma or seeking new perspectives and fresh solutions on your life journey, the essence of my approach is to provide a safe, supportive base where you can explore, understand, and heal issues causing discomfort and imbalance in your life. Physical limitations, social discomfort, and the challenge of living in a fast-paced changing world all contribute to "dis-ease" in the body/mind. This can present itself in the form of anxiety, depression, chronic pain, insomnia, eating disorders, addiction and more.
Welcome to Meaningful Connections! I’m Yasmeen Rafiq (MSW, RSW), a registered social worker servicing the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). I have been practicing for the past ten years. As a mom of three kids and a partner in an interracial marriage, I have had my fair share of struggles on the therapist’s couch. I’m passionate about genuinely giving back to others and myself, and I actively work on diversity and inclusion in mental health.
Welcome to Meaningful Connections! I’m Yasmeen Rafiq (MSW, RSW), a registered social worker servicing the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). I have been practicing for the past ten years. As a mom of three kids and a partner in an interracial marriage, I have had my fair share of struggles on the therapist’s couch. I’m passionate about genuinely giving back to others and myself, and I actively work on diversity and inclusion in mental health.
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NP Jen, Nurse Psychotherapist
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, RN(ec), NP, MscN, BN
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Milton, ON L9T
Psychotherapy offered by NP Jen serves all persons who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, or looking to build confidence in their own identity. Experienced with Healthcare, Education, and First-Responder professionals, populations on the neurodiverse spectrum, and the LGBTQ2IAS+ community; mixed modalities of acceptance, trauma informed, CBT/DBT, 'narrative', somatic, and experiential therapy rooted through an attachment focus lens are used to guide care. Holistic Animal Assisted Recreation & Therapy (HAART) is included for those who wish to explore inner healing with the assistance of animals and the natural environment.
Psychotherapy offered by NP Jen serves all persons who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, or looking to build confidence in their own identity. Experienced with Healthcare, Education, and First-Responder professionals, populations on the neurodiverse spectrum, and the LGBTQ2IAS+ community; mixed modalities of acceptance, trauma informed, CBT/DBT, 'narrative', somatic, and experiential therapy rooted through an attachment focus lens are used to guide care. Holistic Animal Assisted Recreation & Therapy (HAART) is included for those who wish to explore inner healing with the assistance of animals and the natural environment.
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Thank you for looking at my profile. It means you have taken the first step towards self care. Looking for a way to take care of your Mental, Emotional and Spiritual Self. Good for you! Now imagine your true self. The authentic you. Free from all the burdens you've been carrying. It is possible to be that self again. Together we will uncover and work through whatever you need to, to live the life you want. As we experience life, we sometimes struggle & suffer & build defences & adaptive behaviours to help us cope. Later on, these ways of being no longer serve us well and we want to free ourselves of them but find it too challenging.
Thank you for looking at my profile. It means you have taken the first step towards self care. Looking for a way to take care of your Mental, Emotional and Spiritual Self. Good for you! Now imagine your true self. The authentic you. Free from all the burdens you've been carrying. It is possible to be that self again. Together we will uncover and work through whatever you need to, to live the life you want. As we experience life, we sometimes struggle & suffer & build defences & adaptive behaviours to help us cope. Later on, these ways of being no longer serve us well and we want to free ourselves of them but find it too challenging.
Online Therapists
Hello and welcome to Medical Psychotherapy! Our practice focuses on supporting individuals living with complex mental health experiences (e.g., mood challenges, anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, functional neurological conditions, PNES) and those experiencing emotional and cognitive difficulties following neurological change (e.g., stroke, multiple sclerosis, brain injury, mild cognitive impairment, dementia). Our team provides specialized neuropsychological assessment to help you understand your brain, with all of your strengths and challenges. Our assessments guide our evidence-informed psychotherapy and neurorehabilitation services.
Hello and welcome to Medical Psychotherapy! Our practice focuses on supporting individuals living with complex mental health experiences (e.g., mood challenges, anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, functional neurological conditions, PNES) and those experiencing emotional and cognitive difficulties following neurological change (e.g., stroke, multiple sclerosis, brain injury, mild cognitive impairment, dementia). Our team provides specialized neuropsychological assessment to help you understand your brain, with all of your strengths and challenges. Our assessments guide our evidence-informed psychotherapy and neurorehabilitation services.
I am an accomplished and compassionate clinical social worker who has been practicing psychotherapy for over 25 years in various clinical settings. I bring a wide range of skilled approaches to therapy sessions, and have extensive experience working with clients of all ages, backgrounds and complex life situations. My fields of specialization include anxiety and depression, transitions across the life course, caregiving, chronic illness, dementia, grief and bereavement, family dynamics and school and workplace stress. I am licensed in the provinces of Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
I am an accomplished and compassionate clinical social worker who has been practicing psychotherapy for over 25 years in various clinical settings. I bring a wide range of skilled approaches to therapy sessions, and have extensive experience working with clients of all ages, backgrounds and complex life situations. My fields of specialization include anxiety and depression, transitions across the life course, caregiving, chronic illness, dementia, grief and bereavement, family dynamics and school and workplace stress. I am licensed in the provinces of Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
I became a Social Worker because of this intrinsic desire to walk alongside people through their pain and into their growth. As I’ve continued my own growth, both personally and professionally, I have developed a deep passion for working with folks across the lifespan, from ages 8 to 90, as they work towards healing and peace. I have worked with folks with various neurotypes, substance use and addiction, those experiencing housing insecurity and poverty, intimate partner violence/domestic violence, trauma and attachment challenges, self-esteem, emotion regulation, self-harm, suicidal ideation/suicidality, Dementia, and TBI/ABIs.
I became a Social Worker because of this intrinsic desire to walk alongside people through their pain and into their growth. As I’ve continued my own growth, both personally and professionally, I have developed a deep passion for working with folks across the lifespan, from ages 8 to 90, as they work towards healing and peace. I have worked with folks with various neurotypes, substance use and addiction, those experiencing housing insecurity and poverty, intimate partner violence/domestic violence, trauma and attachment challenges, self-esteem, emotion regulation, self-harm, suicidal ideation/suicidality, Dementia, and TBI/ABIs.
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.
**WELCOMING NEW CLIENTS FOR VIRTUAL APPOINTMENTS** Taking the first step towards reaching out for help is a difficult experience. It comes with doubts, uncertainties, and many fears. As we age we can experience challenges and loss in many different forms but you don't have to do this alone. 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. Together we will develop the necessary coping skills to help you identify your strengths and creates personal wellness goals.
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.
**WELCOMING NEW CLIENTS FOR VIRTUAL APPOINTMENTS** Taking the first step towards reaching out for help is a difficult experience. It comes with doubts, uncertainties, and many fears. As we age we can experience challenges and loss in many different forms but you don't have to do this alone. 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. Together we will develop the necessary coping skills to help you identify your strengths and creates personal wellness goals.
KovenCounselling
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5M (Online Only)
Whether the issues are end-of-life planning, parenting our parents, chronic illness, dementia/ alzheimer's, betrayal, estrangement, job loss, miscarriage, divorce, sudden, complicated or unexpected death, aging and transitions, or empty-nesting, we experience many similar reactions to loss. Fatigue, depression, anxiety, worry, guilt, and anger are just some of the manifestations. Trouble sleeping and self medicating with food, drugs or alcohol, even suicide seems like an alternative to the pain we carry around with us. I provide culturally sensitive counselling to a diverse community.Together we can create a more meaningful life, filled with truth, joy and love.
Whether the issues are end-of-life planning, parenting our parents, chronic illness, dementia/ alzheimer's, betrayal, estrangement, job loss, miscarriage, divorce, sudden, complicated or unexpected death, aging and transitions, or empty-nesting, we experience many similar reactions to loss. Fatigue, depression, anxiety, worry, guilt, and anger are just some of the manifestations. Trouble sleeping and self medicating with food, drugs or alcohol, even suicide seems like an alternative to the pain we carry around with us. I provide culturally sensitive counselling to a diverse community.Together we can create a more meaningful life, filled with truth, joy and love.
Compassion in Caregiving
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North York, ON M3H
Our team has many years of experience working with clients experiencing sudden shifts and transitions in life resulting in significant overwhelm, relational changes, sadness, stress, grief and anxiety. We work with caregivers and the people they care for experiencing diagnoses and prognoses of all types including: dementia ( Alzheimer’s, FTD, Lewy body dementia, vascular dementia), traumatic brain injuries, anoxic brain injuries, mental health diagnoses, cancer, stroke, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injuries, paraplegia and physical changes impacting overall functioning and quality of life.
Our team has many years of experience working with clients experiencing sudden shifts and transitions in life resulting in significant overwhelm, relational changes, sadness, stress, grief and anxiety. We work with caregivers and the people they care for experiencing diagnoses and prognoses of all types including: dementia ( Alzheimer’s, FTD, Lewy body dementia, vascular dementia), traumatic brain injuries, anoxic brain injuries, mental health diagnoses, cancer, stroke, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injuries, paraplegia and physical changes impacting overall functioning and quality of life.
Dr. Emily MacKillop, Memory and Cognition Clinic
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych, ABPP-CN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8N
Are you or someone you love struggling with memory or cognitive changes and don't know what to do next? Are you trying to support a loved one, but don't know where to start? Everyone is unique, so every approach to neuropsychological and psychological health should be too.
I specialize in personalized memory and cognitive assessments to answer important questions about your brain health and identify the right diagnosis. I investigate all aspects of a person, including historical, cultural, medical, and emotional. My specialty area is working with individuals who have been struggling with changes related to a neurodegenerative (e.g., dementia), chronic medical, neurological, developmental, or genetic conditions. As both a registered neuropsychologist and clinical psychologist, I provide cognitive and psychological services such as assessments, interventions, and differential diagnosis.
Are you or someone you love struggling with memory or cognitive changes and don't know what to do next? Are you trying to support a loved one, but don't know where to start? Everyone is unique, so every approach to neuropsychological and psychological health should be too.
I specialize in personalized memory and cognitive assessments to answer important questions about your brain health and identify the right diagnosis. I investigate all aspects of a person, including historical, cultural, medical, and emotional. My specialty area is working with individuals who have been struggling with changes related to a neurodegenerative (e.g., dementia), chronic medical, neurological, developmental, or genetic conditions. As both a registered neuropsychologist and clinical psychologist, I provide cognitive and psychological services such as assessments, interventions, and differential diagnosis.
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Dementia Counsellors
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.