Trauma and PTSD
Counsellor/Therapist, Registered Clinical Counsellor
Trauma overwhelms our ability to cope, both in the moment and after the event. Our bodies can become stuck in various states (e.g. hyper vigilance or hypo vigilance) and our minds unable to process or respond to information. In order to help restore functionality, both the mind and the body need to be in sync for functional and resilient living.
13 Years Experience
In-Person Near Okanagan, BC
Online in Okanagan, British Columbia
Trauma and PTSD
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, BSW, SSC
Do you find yourself being followed by a traumatic experience, or experiences, throughout your life? Are you curious about learning more about how trauma gets stuck in our nervous system, and how to move through this? Do you find yourself often anxious or on-edge, or like you can't get the intrusive thoughts to stop? Interested in learning about EMDR? Let's talk about this - get in touch for a free consultation to get started.
7 Years Experience
Online in Okanagan, British Columbia
Trauma and PTSD
Counsellor/Therapist, RCC
As a paramedic for twelve years I have personally witnessed many traumatic situations first-hand. This gives me the ability to ask you more specific questions about the incident in order to help you understand your reactions, or why you feel certain ways. I understand how certain smells, sounds or places can trigger memories which may make life feel challenging.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Okanagan, BC
Online in Okanagan, British Columbia
Trauma and PTSD
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
When people hear the word 'trauma', they may envision a horrific, life altering event. Although this could very well be the case, trauma is more of an internal process that is dictated not so much by the external event, but rather by the internal response to that event. People who are impacted by trauma are often still connected to that internal reaction and taken back there when they encounter certain triggers. In working with clients who may identify as trauma or PTSD victims, I aim to find ways to process their trauma to whatever degree feels comfortable while also reeling them back into the present moment and coaching them on how to do this outside of therapy. I also aim to strengthen the neuronal pathways that let one know they are safe and that they can heal from the past. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to ensure we are a good fit.
5 Years Experience
Online in Okanagan, British Columbia