Patricia Berendsen & Associates Trauma Healing Centre of London Counselling, Psychotherapy, & Holistic Wellness (She/Her)
Marriage and Family Therapist, CCFT-S, RSW, RP, SEP
In-Person in London, ON N6B 2A7
Online in
Ontario
As an expert in the trauma, attachment, body and relationship therapy field, Patricia can support you in just the right way. Making changes, even small ones are easier with the help of a trained therapist. You are already courageous by taking the first step!
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Teen
Demographic Expertise: Native American clients.
Treatment Approach
- Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) Trauma-informed therapy that helps individuals explore deeply held, painful emotional experiences within a safe, attuned therapeutic relationship.
- Developmental Therapy Looks at how childhood and developmental experiences affect current challenges. It aims to repair unmet needs and foster healthy growth.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Eclectic Therapy Draws from different therapeutic methods based on what fits each client best. It is flexible and personalized rather than following one single model.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Experiential Therapy Involves hands-on activities to bring emotions into the present moment. It helps clients process feelings more deeply than through conversation alone.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) A structured therapy that uses guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories. It is widely recognized for treating PTSD and trauma-related conditions.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Feminist Therapy Addresses how gender roles, power, and social inequality affect mental health. It empowers clients to challenge limiting beliefs and systems.
- Integrative Therapy Combines techniques from multiple approaches into a customized plan. It adapts to each client’s unique situation and needs.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) A short-term approach focused on improving relationships and social support. It is often used for depression and grief.
- Multicultural Therapy Acknowledges the role of culture, race, and identity in mental health. It values diversity and adapts treatment to each person’s background.
- Narrative Therapy Encourages people to view problems as separate from themselves and reframe their life story. It helps build resilience and self-identity.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Psychodrama A group therapy that uses role-play and dramatization to process emotions. It helps clients gain perspective and release tension.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
- Psychosocial Therapy Looks at how social and environmental factors affect psychological health. It emphasizes relationships, community, and resilience.
- Relational Psychotherapy Emphasizes the healing power of the therapist-client relationship. It uses trust and safety as a foundation for change.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
- Somatic Therapy Helps clients notice how emotions are stored in the body. It uses breath, movement, and awareness for healing trauma and stress.
Approach Description: Focusing on strengths, Patricia supports folks with her expertise and calming demeanor. She is skilled at quickly and accurately assessing what is working well and what isn't. She has been trained in many modalities that support working with trauma
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee Sliding Scale based on Gross Household Income
- Accepts Insurance
- Receipts are given for you to submit for reimbursement.
Education & Credentials
Patricia Berendsen & Associates Trauma Healing Centre of London Counselling, Psychotherapy, & Holistic Wellness CCFT-S, RSW, RP, SEP
- Female
- License # CCFT 89931 RSW 778246 RP 003098
- Licensed in Ontario, Canada
- Practicing Since 1997
Patricia Berendsen & Associates Trauma Healing Centre of London Counselling, Psychotherapy, & Holistic Wellness Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in London, ON N6B 2A7
- Available Online for residents of Ontario
- Online Therapy Details: I offer online sessions through the use of a secure platform. You will be sent an email with the online link for your session.
Patricia Berendsen & Associates Counselling and Psychotherapy Services provide help for those who need it. Whether you have anxiety, depression, stress at work or in your relationships, their expertise in trauma-informed practices will assist you as you take steps toward healing. LGBTQ issues, grief, and marriage troubles are the types of issues that Patricia Berendsen & Associates are skilled in. Additionally, someone is available to meet with you 7 days a week! Appointments can be scheduled online at www.patriciaberendsen.com or you can call 519 619 8801.