Emotional Abuse Therapy therapists in Kensington-Chinatown, Ontario ON, Canada CA
Emotional Abuse Therapy
New Moon Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MACP, MSW, RSW, RP, RP(Q)
It is time for you to begin to heal from the things that have happened to you. To begin to see that the abuse - whether it happened when you were a child, or later in life - does not define you. To create new ways of thinking about yourself and about others.
You don't have to keep trying to please others, to struggle silently on the inside, to feel like you can't trust others and to put others' needs consistently above your own.
You don't have to do it alone - together we can explore and challenge some of the beliefs that you might hold right now the ones that say: "it was something I did", "there's something wrong with me", "I'm broken or permanently damaged". We can help you re-regulate your nervous system and be more in control of your emotions and behaviour.
Our goal is to help you regain power and control in your life and to release some of the heaviness that you've been carrying. W want you to begin seeing the world as a space in which trust and safety are not foreign concepts. A world in which you don't have to hide from your past or distract yourself to get through the day.
We want therapy to work for you and a huge part of that is fit between you and your therapist. Reach out today for a complimentary 15-minute consultation. We will connect you with a clinician from our team of trained and passionate registered psychotherapists and social workers so that you can discuss your needs and how we might be able to help.
14 Years Experience
Emotional Abuse Therapy
Andrea Rowell
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
It can feel disorienting and unsafe to get to know yourself, especially if you've come across people with such contagious emotions that you don't know what feelings are yours. You don't have to do this alone. My approach centers our relationship as a priority and you may even find that learning IFS (internal family systems) as an approach may help you to experience more safety within your own body.
5 Years Experience
Emotional Abuse Therapy
Jess Erb
Registered Psychotherapist, DPsychotherapy
In my work with adults, I have helped clients navigate traumatic emotional experiences with partners and families. Through rebuilding fractured parts of self, we can start to work towards emotional health and better self-esteem.
10 Years Experience
Emotional Abuse Therapy
Kylie Hockley
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
All feelings are welcome in therapy. I use a trauma informed and attachment based approach to emotional abuse. Together we will explore past experiences, challenge negative thoughts and allow all and any emotions to be present.
5 Years Experience
Emotional Abuse Therapy
Transforming Emotions
Psychologist
Childhood abuse, including physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, can leave lasting impacts in our lives, impacting the ways we feel about ourselves, about those we love, and about our sense of safety and belonging in the world. If you find it difficult to trust others, to manage your feelings effectively, or to come to terms with events that have happened in your past, working with a trauma-informed therapist open up a world of new possibilities. Emotion focused therapy is a tested therapy that is effective for processing past attachment and relationship trauma and abuse. When seeking to heal from abuse, it is important to find a therapist who listens carefully, who knows when to help you speed up or slow down, and who can help you to safely manage the big feelings that often stem from past trauma. Book today for a free consultation. We are here to help you to find a therapist who is the right fit for your needs.
17 Years Experience
Emotional Abuse Therapy
Stacy Kirkbride - Turnpage Counselling & Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, Registered Psychotherapist
Emotional, mental and narcissistic abuse can leave you feeling isolated, uncertain and full of self-doubt, questioning your reality, low in confidence, feeling detached, anxious, having difficulty trusting, as well as feeling an immense amount of guilt and shame. I provide support for those struggling with relational trauma, narcissistic abuse, and complex trauma. Whether you are contemplating ending a relationship, dealing with the aftermath of leaving, or coping with ongoing difficulties with a partner or family member, I offer a supportive empathic space to explore the impact, rebuild self-confidence and self-worth, heal and establish safe effective boundaries.
3 Years Experience
Emotional Abuse Therapy
Dr. Evelyn McMullen
Psychologist, C. Psych.
Learning how to identify all forms of abuse including gaslighting can be a big step. The impact of early childhood trauma can carry into adult life. You can find ways to heal, strengthen, and mitigate some of these effects without having to actually relive the past.
40 Years Experience
Emotional Abuse Therapy
Clare Karasik
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
We often minimize experiences of emotional abuse, but research shows that emotion abuse in childhood is associated with the highest rate of trauma responses. Emotional abuse can impact our sense of safety in the world, our self-esteem, and the narratives we have about ourselves and others. Whenever it occurs in our life, emotional abuse can impact the way in which we navigate our relationships. We may feel anxious, unsafe, confused, conflicted, protective, or distant in relationships. Whether you experienced emotional abuse in childhood or adulthood, I support people to deepen awareness of their response to those experiences, develop self-compassion and self-acceptance, challenge their inner critic, establish healthy relationships, and develop self-esteem.
8 Years Experience
Emotional Abuse Therapy
Cynthia Johnston
Registered Social Worker, MEd, Counselling Psychology, BSW, RSW, RCC
It is not uncommon for people to be able to identify physical and sexual abuse, but to downplay the resulting emotional dysregulation and/or trauma of psychological, emotional or narcissistic abuse.
21 Years Experience
Emotional Abuse Therapy
Collaborative Care Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Social Workers and Psychotherapists
Emotional abuse, with its insidious and often hidden impact, can leave deep and lasting scars. At Collaborative Care Therapy, we approach the healing process from emotional abuse with a compassionate, integrative, relational, and trauma-informed perspective, recognizing the nuanced ways in which this abuse affects individuals.
In our therapy sessions, we create a safe and nurturing environment where you can begin to unpack the effects of emotional abuse. We understand that this form of abuse can undermine self-esteem, distort self-perception, and create a lingering sense of fear or inadequacy. Our goal is to help you recognize and challenge these harmful internalized messages and beliefs.
Our treatment approach is multifaceted, employing evidence-based methods tailored to your individual healing journey. We often use cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to address negative thought patterns and beliefs instilled by emotional abuse. In addition, techniques like mindfulness can help in developing present-moment awareness and reducing anxiety, while emotion-focused therapy can assist in understanding and regulating complex emotions that arise from such experiences.
Being trauma-informed, we pay special attention to the traumatic aspects of emotional abuse. We work collaboratively with you to rebuild trust, not only in the therapeutic relationship but also within yourself. Our focus is on empowering you to regain a sense of control and self-worth.
Through our phased approach to therapy, we aim to help you move from a place of hurt and confusion to one of clarity and strength. This journey involves learning to set healthy boundaries, improving self-compassion, and fostering positive, respectful relationships in the future.
Our virtual therapy sessions offer the convenience and comfort of accessing support from your environment, ensuring continuous and personalized care. With Collaborative Care Therapy, embark on a path to healing from emotional abuse and rediscover a sense of self-worth and confidence.
9 Years Experience