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Counselling & Psychotherapy for Veterans and Their Families

Support & Advocacy

If you are a Canadian armed forces Veteran, Veteran Affairs Canada may cover the cost of psychology services. We offer a wide range of mental health services, support and information for Veterans and their families.

Our psychologists treat a range of issues, such as anger difficulties, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, relationship difficulties, substance abuse, and problems re-integrating into civilian life.

The most important thing to realize is that you are not alone – help is often just a phone call away.

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Support for Spouses and Families of Veterans

Caring for yourself and your family

Our psychologists provide support to spouses and families of Veterans presenting with a range of psychological and mental health issues. For example, we can help a Veteran parent struggling with marital difficulties or supporting a child with learning disabilities. For families living in remote areas, telepsychology or video counselling is available.

Assessment & Advocacy

Removing barriers and providing support

Sometimes it can be difficult to navigate the mental health system in Ontario, especially when we need help right away.

Our administrative staff can help you navigate and find the supports you need. We work closely with Veterans Affairs Canada, providing VAC-funded assessments and psychotherapy.

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Meet Our Psychologists and Therapists

Dr. Ali Shahrami

Psychologist (Adults, Kids, Teens) - Burlington & Online

Anxiety; trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD); OCD; autism; ADHD; depression.

Jordan Van Hoffen, M.Ed.

Registered Psychotherapist (Adults) - St. Catharines & Online

Anxiety; worry; depression; trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD); autism spectrum disorder; chronic pain.

Dr. Anita Hibbert

Psychologist (Adults) - St. Catharines & Online

Anxiety; depression; bipolar disorder; trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD); emotional dysregulation; interpersonal skills training.

Dr. Samantha Longman-Mills

Psychologist (Adults) - Online

Postpartum maternal health; disability and return to work; chronic pain and health conditions; depression; anxiety; bipolar disorder; trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD); attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Don Webers

Registered Psychotherapist (Adults) - Online

Complex mental health; addictions; trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD); personality disorders; depression; anxiety.

Dr. Lana Rappaport

Psychologist (Adults) - Online

Borderline personality disorder; depression; anxiety; OCD; trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Dr. Elmar Gardizi

Psychologist & Neuropsychologist (Adults, Seniors) - All Locations

Brain injury; stroke; dementia; schizophrenia and psychosis; chronic pain; depression.

Dr. Carol-Anne Hendry

Psychologist (Children, Teens, Adults) - Burlington & Online

Autism spectrum disorder; trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD); eating disorders; anxiety; depression; self-esteem; relationship issues; parenting.

Reza Rejahiyan, MACP

Registered Psychotherapist (Adults, Teens, Couples) - Burlington & Onlines

Anger management; divorce; insomnia; trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder PTSD); depression; anxiety; addictions.

Jennifer Edwards, M.Ed.

Registered Psychotherapist (Teens, Adults, Seniors) - St. Catharines & Online

Anxiety; depression; trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD); addictions; interpersonal difficulties.

Jeffrey Sica, M.Sc.

Registered Psychotherapist (Teens, Adults) - St. Catharines & Online

Complex mental health; gender identity; 2SLGBTQI+ issues; addictions; trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD); anxiety.

Whitney Ringstead, MACP

Registered Psychotherapist (Kids, Teens, Young Adults) - St. Catharines & Online

Anxiety; depression; autism spectrum disorder; attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD); parenting concerns; behavioural issues; school concerns.

Andrea Brown, M.Sc.

Registered Psychotherapist (Adults) - Burlington & Online

First responders; trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD); abuse; addictions; insomnia; depression; anxiety.

Dr. Lesley Miller

Practice Director, Neuropsychologist & Clinical Psychologist (Adults) - All Locations & Online

Brain injury; adult gender identity; adult autism spectrum disorder; adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD); trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD); anxiety; depression; chronic pain; disability.

Lauren Kremble, M.A.

Registered Psychotherapist (Teens, Adults) - St. Catharine’s

Anxiety; depression; relationships; trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD); addictions.

Carolyn Golden, MSW, RSW

Social Worker, Psychotherapist (Kids, Teens, Adults, Couples, Families, Seniors) - Burlington & Online

Anxiety; depression; trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD); grief; sexual concerns; addictions; attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD); chronic health concerns.

Andrea Paschert, RN, CNP

Certified Nurse Psychotherapist (Teens, Adults) - St. Catharines & Online

Anxiety; depression; trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD); addictions; grief.

Dr. Narmeen Ammari

Psychologist & Neuropsychologist (Adults, Seniors) - Burlington & Online

Brain injury; stroke; dementia/Alzheimer's; chronic pain; depression; anxiety; trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).