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Therapy for Geriatric (Older) Issues Ottawa


Gilmour Psychological Services is inclusive, offering services across the age span.


The term, “geriatric” typically refers to health care for older adults, an age group that is not easy to define precisely. Gerontology is the study of aging, including biological, sociological, and psychological changes. Because older people can choose to see a psychologist for a range of issues, not just health or mental health related, the broader term of “older issues”, is the most inclusive. Older adulthood, like other age categories, such as adolescence or emerging adulthood, does not have a specific age-related starting point. In our society, the tendency is to consider age 65 as the arbitrary beginning of being an older adult, similar to 13 being the arbitrary starting point for adolescence and 18 or 19 being the start of the emerging adult stage of life. 


Overall, the issues of someone in the older adult stage of life may be very similar to other stages, but coloured by the demands, challenges and enjoyments characteristic of aging. That is, the older adult is in a stage of ongoing transitions. These transitions often include adaptations, opportunities and losses. Furthermore, like at any other stage of life, older people sometimes develop anxiety or depressive disorders, interpersonal difficulties or other emotional issues. They can also experience distress over having physical ailments or diminished capacity and energy. All these aspects of aging can be navigated successfully and all benefit from talking with a psychologist.


Gilmour Psychologists with Expertise in Counselling for Geriatric Issues

Contact Gilmour Psychological Services® in Ottawa to schedule a consultation with a psychologist who has an expertise in geriatric issues.

20 Sep, 2022
Dr. Jackson has focused on adult psychotherapy with individuals and couples since she opened her practice in Ottawa in 1981. She also conducts psychological testing of adults including psychological-legal assessments for specific types of civil, criminal and family law matters.
17 Sep, 2022
Dr. Davies provides psychological services to individual adults, couples, children, and their families. She has had her own private practice since 1989, and for seven years prior to that worked as a supervised associate in private practice.
30 Aug, 2022
Dr. Miller’s theoretical orientation integrates interpersonal, cognitive behavioural, schema-focused and mindfulness-based approaches in helping clients develop an increased awareness of the factors that cause and maintain their difficulties. She guides them towards achieving their goals and making positive changes in their lives.
12 Aug, 2022
Dr. Murray provides assessment and treatment to adults and seniors. She uses a number of evidence-based treatments to address client’s needs and the challenges that they are facing. Dr. Murray works collaboratively with clients to identify their goals and guide them towards making positive and lasting changes in their life. Her main goal is to help clients identify their individual strengths and overcome barriers that may be preventing them from feeling content and fulfilled.
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06 Aug, 2021
Dr. Scarapicchia provides assessment and treatment services to adolescents, adults, and seniors, including psychotherapy, neuropsychological assessments, and psychodiagnostic assessments.
02 Aug, 2021
Dr. Dellouche welcomes French and English-speaking patients. She works with adults and seniors. She offers treatment for a wide range of issues. Her main areas of interest include anxiety, vulnerability to overwhelming or intense emotions, interpersonal issues, trauma, eating disorders and experiences of growth through adverse life events.
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