Female Therapists in Hamilton, ON
Hi! Congratulations on taking the first step of your mental health journey! Do you struggle with feelings of depression or anxiety? Are you going through a life transition that is causing problems and uncertainty in your life? Are you unsure on what your next steps are to develop future life goals? Or perhaps you are struggling with different relationships in your life. I am here to help you navigate life's challenges from a client-focused approach.
Hi! Congratulations on taking the first step of your mental health journey! Do you struggle with feelings of depression or anxiety? Are you going through a life transition that is causing problems and uncertainty in your life? Are you unsure on what your next steps are to develop future life goals? Or perhaps you are struggling with different relationships in your life. I am here to help you navigate life's challenges from a client-focused approach.
Caregivers can experience disconnection from their parenting widsom due to stress, mental health, and conflicting ideas within the family about best approach(es). I can help you rediscover your strengths and reconnect as a caregiver to your child. I offer advanced skill-building for caregivers to enhance well-being at any age through Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT). I offer friendly, practical counselling support centred on your needs.
Caregivers can experience disconnection from their parenting widsom due to stress, mental health, and conflicting ideas within the family about best approach(es). I can help you rediscover your strengths and reconnect as a caregiver to your child. I offer advanced skill-building for caregivers to enhance well-being at any age through Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT). I offer friendly, practical counselling support centred on your needs.
Emma Peirone | Anxiety | Career Stress | ADHD
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9A (Online Only)
I specialize in helping high-achieving, Type A women with ADHD, trauma, and work stress.
Are you smart, driven, career-focused, achievement oriented but just feel STUCK? Nobody sees your high-functioning anxiety; they would never suspect your inner struggle. But your brain is relentless, your inner critic picks apart your every word, you can never get caught up on your to-do list, and no matter how much praise you get - you don't believe it. You wonder if you are depressed, maybe you have ADHD...everything feels like a chore, and life isn't FUN anymore. You've read the self-help books, tried meditation, mental health walks, journaling...You know at the core you need to "love yourself", but truly don't know how.
I specialize in helping high-achieving, Type A women with ADHD, trauma, and work stress.
Are you smart, driven, career-focused, achievement oriented but just feel STUCK? Nobody sees your high-functioning anxiety; they would never suspect your inner struggle. But your brain is relentless, your inner critic picks apart your every word, you can never get caught up on your to-do list, and no matter how much praise you get - you don't believe it. You wonder if you are depressed, maybe you have ADHD...everything feels like a chore, and life isn't FUN anymore. You've read the self-help books, tried meditation, mental health walks, journaling...You know at the core you need to "love yourself", but truly don't know how.
Kristina Coda
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8M (Online Only)
I provide a non-judgmental, confidential, responsive space to process, gain insight, knowledge and strategies, and work towards resolution. Using an integrative, client-centered approach, with elements of Narrative Therapy, CBT, EFT, etc., I primarily work through the exploration of relationship dynamics and patterns, addressing attachment wounds, and using a focus on emotions and cognition. Perhaps you are dissatisfied with your relationships, or are not getting along with a family member or co-worker, are feeling alone or stressed? Compassion and empathy based, I encourage self-compassion, self-acceptance and authentic self-expression.
I provide a non-judgmental, confidential, responsive space to process, gain insight, knowledge and strategies, and work towards resolution. Using an integrative, client-centered approach, with elements of Narrative Therapy, CBT, EFT, etc., I primarily work through the exploration of relationship dynamics and patterns, addressing attachment wounds, and using a focus on emotions and cognition. Perhaps you are dissatisfied with your relationships, or are not getting along with a family member or co-worker, are feeling alone or stressed? Compassion and empathy based, I encourage self-compassion, self-acceptance and authentic self-expression.
With the ups and downs of life sometimes we fall off-track and need a bit of help getting back up. Whether we get stuck in a funk, experience the pain of loss, or life transitions just seem too much. I’m here to meet you where you are and together cultivate a safe space where you can feel seen and heard.
With the ups and downs of life sometimes we fall off-track and need a bit of help getting back up. Whether we get stuck in a funk, experience the pain of loss, or life transitions just seem too much. I’m here to meet you where you are and together cultivate a safe space where you can feel seen and heard.
Kathleen Kartes
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L0R (Online Only)
Nice to meet you - and congratulations on prioritizing your own wellbeing! Let's be honest, life can be really hard sometimes. Relationships are complicated, anxiety can be crippling, and bad things can happen that can completely derail your life. All of this becomes so much harder when people around you just "don't get it". Whether you are new to therapy, or have worked with a therapist before, I look forward to walking with you on your search for wellness. Together, we can strengthen your relationships with others, heal past trauma, increase your understanding of yourself, and move forward towards the future you envision.
Nice to meet you - and congratulations on prioritizing your own wellbeing! Let's be honest, life can be really hard sometimes. Relationships are complicated, anxiety can be crippling, and bad things can happen that can completely derail your life. All of this becomes so much harder when people around you just "don't get it". Whether you are new to therapy, or have worked with a therapist before, I look forward to walking with you on your search for wellness. Together, we can strengthen your relationships with others, heal past trauma, increase your understanding of yourself, and move forward towards the future you envision.
I care a lot about my clients. I work carefully to create a safe, supportive, non-judgmental and genuine relationship between us. I bring humour and curiosity to the therapy dynamic, integrating relational, experiential and psychoanalytical styles of healing. I specialize in working with those who have lived through and with attachment, relational and complex traumas. Collaboratively we’ll use ‘bottom up’ styles of processing to get at the core of how you’ve learned to be you. We will get curious, make connections, update old learnings, process through wounds and gain insights that can create lasting transformational change.
I care a lot about my clients. I work carefully to create a safe, supportive, non-judgmental and genuine relationship between us. I bring humour and curiosity to the therapy dynamic, integrating relational, experiential and psychoanalytical styles of healing. I specialize in working with those who have lived through and with attachment, relational and complex traumas. Collaboratively we’ll use ‘bottom up’ styles of processing to get at the core of how you’ve learned to be you. We will get curious, make connections, update old learnings, process through wounds and gain insights that can create lasting transformational change.
Remember the love, passion, and excitement your relationship brought you when you were first dating? Want to re-ignite the fire that made you fall deeply in love with your partner? Relationship Bootcamp is a 21 day, intensive program to help you and your partner better understand each other, and yourselves. By doing so, you can stop wasting time, effort and other resources doing what you think your partner wants, and redirect them to what your partner actually wants and needs. At the end of our 21 day relationship bootcamp, you will live the experience of smarter thriving connection with less effort.
Remember the love, passion, and excitement your relationship brought you when you were first dating? Want to re-ignite the fire that made you fall deeply in love with your partner? Relationship Bootcamp is a 21 day, intensive program to help you and your partner better understand each other, and yourselves. By doing so, you can stop wasting time, effort and other resources doing what you think your partner wants, and redirect them to what your partner actually wants and needs. At the end of our 21 day relationship bootcamp, you will live the experience of smarter thriving connection with less effort.
Ashley Davidson
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, OCGC, BA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8R
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome to my page and practice at Unwind the Mind! My experience is working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families facing complex mental health and addictions challenges. I specialize in Behavioural Addictions like Problem Gambling, Technology Overuse (gaming/social media), Overspending, and Hypersexuality issues. I am proud to support individuals within the LGTBQIA, Military Services, Emergency Service Workers, and those managing life pre-or-post incarceration.
Welcome to my page and practice at Unwind the Mind! My experience is working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families facing complex mental health and addictions challenges. I specialize in Behavioural Addictions like Problem Gambling, Technology Overuse (gaming/social media), Overspending, and Hypersexuality issues. I am proud to support individuals within the LGTBQIA, Military Services, Emergency Service Workers, and those managing life pre-or-post incarceration.
Couples Therapist Lori Pinksen
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9K (Online Only)
Navigating life and relationships can be challenging, exhausting, confusing, and downright overwhelming. In a world where one is constantly connected through social media, increasingly, we can feel isolated and alone as we strive to meet relationship and work demands, while living up to our own personal and relational expectations. In seasons of uncertainty, it is normal to feel a sense of spinning out of control, and struggling with where do I go from here? The thought of therapy can be scary, which is why I am committed to creating an environment of trust and understanding.
Navigating life and relationships can be challenging, exhausting, confusing, and downright overwhelming. In a world where one is constantly connected through social media, increasingly, we can feel isolated and alone as we strive to meet relationship and work demands, while living up to our own personal and relational expectations. In seasons of uncertainty, it is normal to feel a sense of spinning out of control, and struggling with where do I go from here? The thought of therapy can be scary, which is why I am committed to creating an environment of trust and understanding.
Are you ready to feel better? Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) is a proven, effective treatment to help you work through life's challenges. If you are looking for relief from anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, insomnia, chronic pain, panic attacks, addictions, or other mental health concerns, CBT may be the right therapy for you. Using a variety of tools and strategies, CBT helps us to see how our thought patterns influence how we feel, and how we act in the world. Our thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and our body are so connected - each one re-inforces the other, making it very easy to get caught in a downward spiral.
Are you ready to feel better? Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) is a proven, effective treatment to help you work through life's challenges. If you are looking for relief from anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, insomnia, chronic pain, panic attacks, addictions, or other mental health concerns, CBT may be the right therapy for you. Using a variety of tools and strategies, CBT helps us to see how our thought patterns influence how we feel, and how we act in the world. Our thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and our body are so connected - each one re-inforces the other, making it very easy to get caught in a downward spiral.
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Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MTS, MA, RP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8N
My education and experience has led me to a profound passion for the restoration of people. I value understanding how the human mind functions on a day to day basis. My education and experience in Marriage (Couple) and Family Therapy has led me to further expertise on topics including communication, conflict resolution, relationship issues, sex and stress within relationships. I believe therapy should never be seen as a failure, but rather as an avenue of growth and restoration.
My education and experience has led me to a profound passion for the restoration of people. I value understanding how the human mind functions on a day to day basis. My education and experience in Marriage (Couple) and Family Therapy has led me to further expertise on topics including communication, conflict resolution, relationship issues, sex and stress within relationships. I believe therapy should never be seen as a failure, but rather as an avenue of growth and restoration.
Lauren Bowering
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BFA, DKATI, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8K
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome to a sanctuary of rediscovery, where your journey unfolds in vibrant shades of possibility. Are you feeling adrift, yearning to reconnect with your creative spark and essence? Burdened by mind clutter, anxiety, or perfectionism? Perhaps you're a creative professional, eager to unlearn and embrace art for expression and self-care. Immerse yourself in a nurturing space where creativity is a path to healing and growth. Whether reclaiming your spirit or seeking solace, this is your haven. For young adventurers (5+), it's a place to build confidence and resilience and to support growth. Join me on this transformative journey.
Welcome to a sanctuary of rediscovery, where your journey unfolds in vibrant shades of possibility. Are you feeling adrift, yearning to reconnect with your creative spark and essence? Burdened by mind clutter, anxiety, or perfectionism? Perhaps you're a creative professional, eager to unlearn and embrace art for expression and self-care. Immerse yourself in a nurturing space where creativity is a path to healing and growth. Whether reclaiming your spirit or seeking solace, this is your haven. For young adventurers (5+), it's a place to build confidence and resilience and to support growth. Join me on this transformative journey.
Karrie Generoux
Registered Psychotherapist, BSW, RSW, CYW, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8P
Hi, I'm Karrie. I am a passionate Registered Psychotherapist for individuals presenting with a variety of mental health concerns such anxiety, mood, and are having difficulty regulating their emotions. Although most of my work has been focused with children’s mental health, I can help support all individuals including children, youth, adolescents and adults who are struggling to regulate emotions and cope with daily stressors. I specialize in issues related to anxiety, mood, ADHD and behaviours and can offer strategies related to parenting, relationships and improving mental well being.
Hi, I'm Karrie. I am a passionate Registered Psychotherapist for individuals presenting with a variety of mental health concerns such anxiety, mood, and are having difficulty regulating their emotions. Although most of my work has been focused with children’s mental health, I can help support all individuals including children, youth, adolescents and adults who are struggling to regulate emotions and cope with daily stressors. I specialize in issues related to anxiety, mood, ADHD and behaviours and can offer strategies related to parenting, relationships and improving mental well being.
Hello you - thanks for looking at my profile! I specialize in working with people with perfectionist traits, ADHD, and athletes (really anyone who wants to change things for the better and would like to have fun doing it). I love empowering individuals to conquer challenges and achieve authentic growth. I am a therapy nerd and enjoy sharing my knowledge and passion for the therapeutic process by regularly teaching at Laurier University and publishing original papers. I am an energetic LGBTS2AI+ ally.
Hello you - thanks for looking at my profile! I specialize in working with people with perfectionist traits, ADHD, and athletes (really anyone who wants to change things for the better and would like to have fun doing it). I love empowering individuals to conquer challenges and achieve authentic growth. I am a therapy nerd and enjoy sharing my knowledge and passion for the therapeutic process by regularly teaching at Laurier University and publishing original papers. I am an energetic LGBTS2AI+ ally.
Sarah Downey
Registered Social Worker, BAH, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8P (Online Only)
My approach to counselling is strengths based, client centred and collaborative. That means working with you to figure out what’s working well, and how to do more of it. Feelings can often become overwhelming, I help people find balance and meaning. Through our work together, we will explore patterns of thoughts and behaviours which may be keeping you stuck, as well as ways of coping that aren’t helpful. I empower people to make connections between early life experiences and who they are today, moving towards change and building on their resilience.
My approach to counselling is strengths based, client centred and collaborative. That means working with you to figure out what’s working well, and how to do more of it. Feelings can often become overwhelming, I help people find balance and meaning. Through our work together, we will explore patterns of thoughts and behaviours which may be keeping you stuck, as well as ways of coping that aren’t helpful. I empower people to make connections between early life experiences and who they are today, moving towards change and building on their resilience.
We often look for external solutions when we are trying to resolve or fix a problem. We may be struggling with issues at work or school, or perhaps we’re feeling stuck in a life that no longer brings us joy. The loss of a loved one or a marriage or relationship breakdown leaves us feeling depleted and abandoned. Overwhelmed anxious feelings can easily take over when faced with any of these situations.
We often look for external solutions when we are trying to resolve or fix a problem. We may be struggling with issues at work or school, or perhaps we’re feeling stuck in a life that no longer brings us joy. The loss of a loved one or a marriage or relationship breakdown leaves us feeling depleted and abandoned. Overwhelmed anxious feelings can easily take over when faced with any of these situations.
Kellie Thomas
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8L (Online Only)
It's no secret that life's challenges can be overwhelming. Support from family and friends is important, but support from a mental health professional is unique and without the bias that often comes with a pre-existing relationship. I seek to support my clients during their life challenges and stressors while increasing resiliency and focusing on strengths. Our work together will be reflective, supportive, and collaborative.
It's no secret that life's challenges can be overwhelming. Support from family and friends is important, but support from a mental health professional is unique and without the bias that often comes with a pre-existing relationship. I seek to support my clients during their life challenges and stressors while increasing resiliency and focusing on strengths. Our work together will be reflective, supportive, and collaborative.
Anastasia Taskov | Trauma | Cptsd | Adhd | Anxious Attachment
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8T
Now Accepting New Clients: Do you need a therapist who actually understands how trauma impacts the body and brain, and how it affects all your relationships - especially the one with yourself? Maybe you've tried therapy before, but felt like you were just venting - but you need to learn how to actually PROCESS your emotions, not just talk about them. You've tried all the things - meditation, journaling, breathwork, medication, positive thinking, you've saved all the therapy tiktoks but you're still stuck. You have felt this way for a while and are not only ready, but are fully committed to making real change.
Now Accepting New Clients: Do you need a therapist who actually understands how trauma impacts the body and brain, and how it affects all your relationships - especially the one with yourself? Maybe you've tried therapy before, but felt like you were just venting - but you need to learn how to actually PROCESS your emotions, not just talk about them. You've tried all the things - meditation, journaling, breathwork, medication, positive thinking, you've saved all the therapy tiktoks but you're still stuck. You have felt this way for a while and are not only ready, but are fully committed to making real change.
Ashley Sabourin
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8P (Online Only)
Are you feeling lost, stuck, or unsure how to cope with everything life has to throw at you? Are you struggling in your relationships with others or even with yourself? Sometimes understanding how to support ourselves and know what we need can be difficult. I hope to meet you in this uncertainty. Create a space to explore yourself. Understand your strengths, resiliency, and knowledge to build a life that honours your values and needs. Within a compassionate, non-judgmental space, I hope to support you in self-discovery, enhancing skills, finding balance, and establishing healthy relationships with yourself and others.
Are you feeling lost, stuck, or unsure how to cope with everything life has to throw at you? Are you struggling in your relationships with others or even with yourself? Sometimes understanding how to support ourselves and know what we need can be difficult. I hope to meet you in this uncertainty. Create a space to explore yourself. Understand your strengths, resiliency, and knowledge to build a life that honours your values and needs. Within a compassionate, non-judgmental space, I hope to support you in self-discovery, enhancing skills, finding balance, and establishing healthy relationships with yourself and others.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.