Social Isolation therapists in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario ON, Canada CA
Social Isolation
Stacey Stemplowski
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, RP, CCPA, OAMHP
Challenging the internal voice - slowly reconnecting with both yourself and others. Developing coping strategies and managing behaviours.
7 Years Experience
Social Isolation
Sarah Elizabeth McMillan
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MA, MSW, RSW
Mental health support for physical illness, pain and uncertainty. Dealing with ongoing pain, physical discomfort and fatigue, whether stemming from an illness, disability or injury, can be a lonely experience. We may struggle to plan our daily activities, not knowing how we will feel at any given moment and fulfilling long term goals may feel out of reach. Because pain is often invisible and subjective, people in our lives (including healthcare providers!) may not understand what we’re going through. Our lives can start to feel very restrictive and small as the activities we used to enjoy or did easily are increasingly difficult. Much of our focus goes to seeking treatments and strategies to get rid of the pain yet relief tends to be temporary and it's hard to imagine any other option.
6 Years Experience
Social Isolation
Stacy Kirkbride - Turnpage Counselling & Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, Registered Psychotherapist, Recreation Therapist
I provide support, understanding, and a solution-focused approach to the treatment of loneliness and isolation. Studies have shown that social isolation and loneliness have a major impact on our physical and psychological wellbeing including increased rates of heart disease, depression, anxiety, and decreased immune function. Collaboratively we will find ways to increase meaningful social connection, as well as increase self-confidence and self worth. Using a behavioral and acceptance based approach, we will work toward improving symptoms of depression and anxiety, as well as overall functioning, and uncovering the deeper roots of loneliness to assist you with engaging more fully with yourself and others.
3 Years Experience
Social Isolation
Sehr Athar
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Social isolation affects more of us than we realize; it's a collective experience that we don't talk about enough, and that has been exacerbated due to the pandemic. Social isolation can also affect those of us who experience intersecting marginalized identities, whether we're from the BIPOC or 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and we've had to nagivate system oppressions our entire lives. Whether you're a student at university, an elder in the community, or someone who has recently arrived to Ontario from another place, we can work together to process the impact systems of oppression have had on our lives, work to connect ourselves in self compassionate way, and identify strategies to help us to feel part of the collective again. We'll develop a plan together and actively pursue tasks in between sessions to address these issues.
5 Years Experience
Social Isolation
Headway Mental Health
Registered Psychotherapist, Joshua Dvorkin, MPsy, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying),
Social isolation refers to a state of limited social contact or engagement with others, which can have profound psychological effects on individuals. Humans are inherently social beings, and when deprived of meaningful social connections, the consequences can be detrimental to mental health. Research has shown that prolonged social isolation is associated with increased risk of anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and a reduced sense of overall well-being.
Effects of social isolation can include heightened feelings of loneliness, sadness, and a lack of belongingness. Individuals may experience a decline in their communication and interpersonal skills, leading to difficulties in forming and maintaining relationships. The absence of social support networks can exacerbate stress, as there is a lack of emotional validation and coping resources.
How I can Help:
Psychotherapists play a crucial role in helping individuals navigate the psychological challenges associated with social isolation. They provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals to explore their feelings, thoughts, and experiences. Here are some ways a psychotherapist can help:
1. Emotional Support: Psychotherapists offer a non-judgmental space for individuals to express their emotions, providing validation and understanding. They work collaboratively with the person to process their feelings of loneliness and develop coping strategies.
2. Building Social Skills: Psychotherapists can assist individuals in developing and enhancing their social skills. Through role-playing, communication exercises, and psychoeducation, individuals can learn effective ways to initiate and maintain meaningful connections with others.
3. Negative thoughts and beliefs about oneself and others can perpetuate social isolation. Psychotherapists utilize techniques to challenge and reframe these unhelpful thoughts, helping individuals develop more positive and realistic perspectives.
4. Social Integration: Psychotherapists can support individuals in gradually reintegrating into social activities and communities. They may provide guidance in finding social groups or activities that align with the person's interests, fostering opportunities for new connections.
5. Self-esteem and Self-worth: Working on improving self-esteem and self-worth is crucial for overcoming the negative impacts of social isolation. I can help you recognize your strengths, develop self-compassion, and cultivate a positive sense of self.
By addressing the psychological impact of social isolation, psychotherapists can empower individuals to regain a sense of connection, enhance their well-being, and develop healthier social relationships.
7 Years Experience
Social Isolation
Jess Erb
Registered Psychotherapist, DPsychotherapy
Feeling alone? Depressed? Lonely? In my practice, I offer a space in which you can talk about deep feelings of social isolation and what it means to be alone. Through the therapeutic relationship we can work towards healing.
10 Years Experience
Social Isolation
New Moon Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MACP, MSW, RSW, RP, RP(Q)
Naturally humans are social creatures yet social relationships and interactions, for many people, can be a source of discomfort and pain. There's a huge difference between taking time to be alone and feeling isolated - when we chose to spend time alone we find joy and comfort in this. When we're isolated, we either feel we have no one to turn to, we might get the feeling that nobody cares about us, or going out or spending time around others might cause us great levels of stress, worry, or fear.
In a modern and post-pandemic world, social isolation is becoming more and more common. While it can be a side effect of the fast paced life style and shift to virtual work, social isolation is often a symptom of another mental health condition and an attempt to find relief from it. For example, people who have experienced a traumatic event might choose to self-isolate to protect themselves, or someone who is experiencing depression might self-isolate because they have lost joy in social interactions.
Our therapists can help you get to the root of what is causing the desire to isolate socially and can provide you with evidence-based support to heal and create a meaningful and fulfilling social life.
Contact us today for a complimentary 15-minute consultation with our therapists. During this call you can ask any questions that you might have and learn how we might be able to help!
14 Years Experience
Social Isolation
Theresa Gregory, Lightbridge Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), Masters in the Arts
Social isolation often stems from social anxiety, and our fear can limit our lives in not being able to connect freely with others in a meaningful way. I can help you to explore your core issues that are holding you back from leading a happy and fulfilling life, so that you can feel more confident and self-assured in your social interactions.
4 Years Experience
Social Isolation
Joshua Lewis
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CT
A felt sense of belonging and of feeling connected to others is a key component of overall psycho-emotional well-being and health. We will work together to understand areas of loneliness, difficulties being alone with oneself (while still feeling connected to others) and factors that contribute to a sense of feeling disconnected from individual and community relationships and supports.
5 Years Experience
Social Isolation
North Star Therapy-- Cleo Haber
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Do you find it hard to make meaningful connections with others? Is making and keeping friendships difficult for you? Do you find your relationships with co-workers, friends or family members feel superficial or unsatisfying in some way? Relationship counselling can be a space for you to explore your needs, values, desires and behaviours in your relationships. We can help you build more satisfying and meaningful connections with the people in your life, so you feel less alone and more engaged with your life and the people in it.
23 Years Experience