Dementia Therapists in Ottawa, ON
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.
35 years experience: I am interested in helping clients ages 16 and up, including older adults, by working together. My approach is to listen to your concerns, and work together to find solutions. Working to provide support in a confidential, supportive atmosphere is my goal. I have experience with clients in Special Care Homes , First Nations, Extra Mural Program , Nursing Homes and hospitals . My service is mobile, meaning I will gladly meet with you at your convenience in the community or my home office.
35 years experience: I am interested in helping clients ages 16 and up, including older adults, by working together. My approach is to listen to your concerns, and work together to find solutions. Working to provide support in a confidential, supportive atmosphere is my goal. I have experience with clients in Special Care Homes , First Nations, Extra Mural Program , Nursing Homes and hospitals . My service is mobile, meaning I will gladly meet with you at your convenience in the community or my home office.
Shauna Currie
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K0A (Online Only)
I have supported children and youth experiencing significant mental health concerns, older adults diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, and families in crisis due to mental health issues related to addictions.
Each day feels like a struggle, and you are feeling as though life is not turning out the way you imagined it to be. You wake up to the same routines, same stressors and know that there has to be something different. Life changes - whether it be education, financial, family or day to day responsibilities can often drain us emotionally and mentally, but there is support available. Your first step has already started, by coming here to find a therapist.
I have supported children and youth experiencing significant mental health concerns, older adults diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, and families in crisis due to mental health issues related to addictions.
Each day feels like a struggle, and you are feeling as though life is not turning out the way you imagined it to be. You wake up to the same routines, same stressors and know that there has to be something different. Life changes - whether it be education, financial, family or day to day responsibilities can often drain us emotionally and mentally, but there is support available. Your first step has already started, by coming here to find a therapist.
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.
We are an experienced team of mental health providers who are committed to pursuing excellence in the field of psychotherapy. Our therapists work under consultation and engage in ongoing professional development training in order to offer the best available care to our clients.
We are an experienced team of mental health providers who are committed to pursuing excellence in the field of psychotherapy. Our therapists work under consultation and engage in ongoing professional development training in order to offer the best available care to our clients.
Jessica Landry
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1Z (Online Only)
Grief can seem impossible to bear. You feel alone in a world that nobody understands. You may put on a smile, but the pain feels insufferable and like it will never stop. You ask yourself “How will I move forward?” Your entire life has changed, and you aren’t sure how to pick up the pieces. Everything, including your emotions, feels out of control. Sound familiar? You aren’t alone. Grief can be overwhelming, heavy and isolating. Whether you have lost a loved one, a relationship, a job, or experienced something that has impacted you profoundly, it would be an honour for me to walk alongside you during your healing journey.
Grief can seem impossible to bear. You feel alone in a world that nobody understands. You may put on a smile, but the pain feels insufferable and like it will never stop. You ask yourself “How will I move forward?” Your entire life has changed, and you aren’t sure how to pick up the pieces. Everything, including your emotions, feels out of control. Sound familiar? You aren’t alone. Grief can be overwhelming, heavy and isolating. Whether you have lost a loved one, a relationship, a job, or experienced something that has impacted you profoundly, it would be an honour for me to walk alongside you during your healing journey.
HopeSide Counselling: Navigating Life Transitions
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2M (Online Only)
Now Accepting New Clients! Beginning counselling is an intimidating process and I congratulate you for making it this far! It is an impressive accomplishment to take action with your mental health and you should be proud of yourself. Counselling is a space for growth, stabilization, recovery, and healing – and while we all have the tools to maintain, improve, and stabilize our mental health – I believe that the best results can be achieved collaboratively. I can provide a supportive, non-judgemental space to help you access these tools. I specialize in caregiver support, perinatal support and life transitions.
Now Accepting New Clients! Beginning counselling is an intimidating process and I congratulate you for making it this far! It is an impressive accomplishment to take action with your mental health and you should be proud of yourself. Counselling is a space for growth, stabilization, recovery, and healing – and while we all have the tools to maintain, improve, and stabilize our mental health – I believe that the best results can be achieved collaboratively. I can provide a supportive, non-judgemental space to help you access these tools. I specialize in caregiver support, perinatal support and life transitions.
Amanda Feige
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, CSTIP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1S (Online Only)
Relationships are at the core of feeling love and belonging. However, when our relationships are functioning poorly we can experience anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, or anger. In this space, we will explore how early life relationships shaped your attachment, communication, and conflict patterns to connect them to the impact they are having in your current life. From there, we can develop healthy new patterns. I also work with couples on their communication, boundaries, intimacy, meeting needs, and trust. Together you will learn to communicate safely and predictably and co-create your ideal intimate life.
Relationships are at the core of feeling love and belonging. However, when our relationships are functioning poorly we can experience anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, or anger. In this space, we will explore how early life relationships shaped your attachment, communication, and conflict patterns to connect them to the impact they are having in your current life. From there, we can develop healthy new patterns. I also work with couples on their communication, boundaries, intimacy, meeting needs, and trust. Together you will learn to communicate safely and predictably and co-create your ideal intimate life.
Myra Meier @ Psychotherapy For You
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1G (Online Only)
My practice is concentrated around a client-centred approach, always bearing in mind the philosophy of ‘unconditional positive regard’ that should be afforded every person. Working together with my clients we will identify challenges, make goals and work towards recognizing and removing obstacles. My aspiration as a therapist is to create a safe environment in which work can be collaborative, address the impacts of trauma, stress, anxiety, depression and/or grief and make the changes necessary to live the healthy and fulfilling life that my clients want. Some of my specialized training and experience includes CBT, Narrative Therapy
My practice is concentrated around a client-centred approach, always bearing in mind the philosophy of ‘unconditional positive regard’ that should be afforded every person. Working together with my clients we will identify challenges, make goals and work towards recognizing and removing obstacles. My aspiration as a therapist is to create a safe environment in which work can be collaborative, address the impacts of trauma, stress, anxiety, depression and/or grief and make the changes necessary to live the healthy and fulfilling life that my clients want. Some of my specialized training and experience includes CBT, Narrative Therapy
Sometimes we find ourselves entangled in threads of emotions. Whether its grief, anger, unspoken guilt, or unexplained fear. We find ourselves stuck in relationships that are no longer serving our wellbeing. We get lost with no visible exit. And at times, the shadows of our past traumas loom large, casting over our present, shaping the way we feel, act, and relate to the world.
Sometimes we find ourselves entangled in threads of emotions. Whether its grief, anger, unspoken guilt, or unexplained fear. We find ourselves stuck in relationships that are no longer serving our wellbeing. We get lost with no visible exit. And at times, the shadows of our past traumas loom large, casting over our present, shaping the way we feel, act, and relate to the world.
All people share a common desire to be seen, understood, cherished, and respected. My hope is to provide this caring context in order to help people who are ready to transform their lives and take control of their mental health.
All people share a common desire to be seen, understood, cherished, and respected. My hope is to provide this caring context in order to help people who are ready to transform their lives and take control of their mental health.
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Wendy Elizabeth Brown
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ICADC, ICCS, CCAC
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2A (Online Only)
Wendy Brown is a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. As well, she is a seasoned veteran in the field of Addiction Counselling for over 30 years. Wendy's practice and experience has focused on the continuum of treatment, including harm reduction, stabilization, abstinence and relapse prevention depending on each individuals goals. She specializes in Issues of mental health and substance use for adults, young adults and youth. Challenges such as internal and external stressors such as grief, trauma, emotional regulation and issues related to the Criminal Justice System.
Wendy Brown is a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. As well, she is a seasoned veteran in the field of Addiction Counselling for over 30 years. Wendy's practice and experience has focused on the continuum of treatment, including harm reduction, stabilization, abstinence and relapse prevention depending on each individuals goals. She specializes in Issues of mental health and substance use for adults, young adults and youth. Challenges such as internal and external stressors such as grief, trauma, emotional regulation and issues related to the Criminal Justice System.
Kendra Grant
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1Z (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! I specialize in helping helpers - because as a caregiver or medical professional 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, shocking and overwhelming to navigate the wide range of emotions. At times, these two intersect when caregivers become bereaved and it can feel impossible to navigate life moving forward.
Accepting new clients! I specialize in helping helpers - because as a caregiver or medical professional 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, shocking and overwhelming to navigate the wide range of emotions. At times, these two intersect when caregivers become bereaved and it can feel impossible to navigate life moving forward.
Carly Quintero @ Psychotherapy for You
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1R (Online Only)
Hello I am a welcoming, attentive clinician with a natural knack for relationship building. I earned my Master's degree in Counselling from Oakland University (Michigan) in 2013 and have been a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario since 2016, as well as a Member of the Ontario Society of Registered Psychotherapists. I have over eight years of experience counselling individuals from predominantly person-centered and narrative approaches with specific focus placed on developing treatment to fit each client's unique needs and personality. I am confident working with anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional effects of chronic pain,
Hello I am a welcoming, attentive clinician with a natural knack for relationship building. I earned my Master's degree in Counselling from Oakland University (Michigan) in 2013 and have been a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario since 2016, as well as a Member of the Ontario Society of Registered Psychotherapists. I have over eight years of experience counselling individuals from predominantly person-centered and narrative approaches with specific focus placed on developing treatment to fit each client's unique needs and personality. I am confident working with anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional effects of chronic pain,
Welcome! Beginning therapy can be daunting and I am here to help make the process as welcoming and transparent as possible for you. I specialize in supporting neurodivergent individuals, parents, and people coping with an illness. Therapy is a safe space to explore your authentic self with room for the full range of emotional expression- including humour. I believe that by taking steps towards discovering your true self you can unlock a better, happier life and create lasting change.
Welcome! Beginning therapy can be daunting and I am here to help make the process as welcoming and transparent as possible for you. I specialize in supporting neurodivergent individuals, parents, and people coping with an illness. Therapy is a safe space to explore your authentic self with room for the full range of emotional expression- including humour. I believe that by taking steps towards discovering your true self you can unlock a better, happier life and create lasting change.
Ottawa Art Therapy Inc
Registered Psychotherapist, CATA, CRPO
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1Z
Julia Vlaming: Does not reside in a castle, but will hold down the fort nonetheless. Taught the Ice Queen to love summertime. Fluent at deciphering treasure maps. Says she's not responsible for Rapunzel's escape, but we all know the truth.... Working on bringing peace to Narnia.
Julia Vlaming: Does not reside in a castle, but will hold down the fort nonetheless. Taught the Ice Queen to love summertime. Fluent at deciphering treasure maps. Says she's not responsible for Rapunzel's escape, but we all know the truth.... Working on bringing peace to Narnia.
Changes Counselling and Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP(Q), CCPA
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1S
Is there something you'd like to say to someone, but you're too afraid to say it? Has Life had its way with you, turning your world upside-down? Or have different stressors accumulated over the years, leaving you feeling burdened? Whatever the problem, if there's something you'd like to change in your life, then Changes Counselling and Psychotherapy is here for you. Changes is for individuals and couples who dare to say something new, to consider the impossible, and to make new choices.
Is there something you'd like to say to someone, but you're too afraid to say it? Has Life had its way with you, turning your world upside-down? Or have different stressors accumulated over the years, leaving you feeling burdened? Whatever the problem, if there's something you'd like to change in your life, then Changes Counselling and Psychotherapy is here for you. Changes is for individuals and couples who dare to say something new, to consider the impossible, and to make new choices.
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 a registered psychologist in the provinces of Quebec and Ontario. I am also a professor of counselling at Saint-Paul University and the director of clinical training.
I am a registered psychologist in the provinces of Quebec and Ontario. I am also a professor of counselling at Saint-Paul University and the director of clinical training.
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.
My work is guided by curiosity, connection and is rooted in values of authentic collaboration. My therapeutic foundations are rooted within relational, client-directed, strengths perspective, trauma-informed, feminist and structural frameworks. With a deep sense of compassion and respect, I seek to create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space that facilitates self-awareness, healing and growth. Together, we can begin to tease apart the adaptive approaches to dealing with and moving through life you've grown accustomed to, and begin to untangle patterns that are serving you, and patterns you may be interested in moving beyond.
My work is guided by curiosity, connection and is rooted in values of authentic collaboration. My therapeutic foundations are rooted within relational, client-directed, strengths perspective, trauma-informed, feminist and structural frameworks. With a deep sense of compassion and respect, I seek to create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space that facilitates self-awareness, healing and growth. Together, we can begin to tease apart the adaptive approaches to dealing with and moving through life you've grown accustomed to, and begin to untangle patterns that are serving you, and patterns you may be interested in moving beyond.
Felicia Edomwande
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA Hons, MACP, CCPA, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1C (Online Only)
Welcome, and thanks for stopping by. My approach to therapy is rooted in the belief that every person has a unique story and a reservoir of untapped strengths and abilities, and as you journey through life’s issues and uncertainties, my role is not only to provide a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic space where your thoughts, emotions, and experiences will be explored, but guide you in nurturing and facilitating a process of self-discovery and healing.
Welcome, and thanks for stopping by. My approach to therapy is rooted in the belief that every person has a unique story and a reservoir of untapped strengths and abilities, and as you journey through life’s issues and uncertainties, my role is not only to provide a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic space where your thoughts, emotions, and experiences will be explored, but guide you in nurturing and facilitating a process of self-discovery and healing.
Fireda Ahmed
Registered Social Worker, BSc, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2P
Not accepting new clients
Not Accepting New Clients. Need a therapist that can understand your identity, beliefs, culture or the lived experience that makes it that much more challenging to deal with your mental health? Being a person of colour, a person of faith, a first-generation professional, a single-parent, a step-parent or an intersectionality of multiple identities can make it difficult to address issues of anxiety and depression with someone who's never been in your shoes. You want your therapy session to address your mental health issue, but you want the therapist to have a good grasp of the context in which these issues arise.
Not Accepting New Clients. Need a therapist that can understand your identity, beliefs, culture or the lived experience that makes it that much more challenging to deal with your mental health? Being a person of colour, a person of faith, a first-generation professional, a single-parent, a step-parent or an intersectionality of multiple identities can make it difficult to address issues of anxiety and depression with someone who's never been in your shoes. You want your therapy session to address your mental health issue, but you want the therapist to have a good grasp of the context in which these issues arise.
I am passionate about working with clients who are seeking to improve their sleep, energy, focus and attention and/or who would like to experience less reactivity, racing thoughts, or panic attacks. People who deal with anxiety, high stress levels, PTSD, are recovering from concussion, or children or adults who have ADHD, autism or learning disabilities are the clients I see the most. Following a series of sessions, it is very rewarding to see the frequency, intensity or duration of symptoms subside and clients more able to access and use tools such as mindfulness, meditation or yoga in order to manage day to day stresses.
I am passionate about working with clients who are seeking to improve their sleep, energy, focus and attention and/or who would like to experience less reactivity, racing thoughts, or panic attacks. People who deal with anxiety, high stress levels, PTSD, are recovering from concussion, or children or adults who have ADHD, autism or learning disabilities are the clients I see the most. Following a series of sessions, it is very rewarding to see the frequency, intensity or duration of symptoms subside and clients more able to access and use tools such as mindfulness, meditation or yoga in order to manage day to day stresses.
The Centre for Couples and Relationships
Registered Social Worker, RP, CCC, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
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.
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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.