Trauma and PTSD therapists in Richmond, BC
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada who provide testing, evidence-based treatment for trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, and related challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress. Compare detailed therapist profiles and connect with a provider that’s right for you.
PTSD/Trauma
Ajay Sahota
Counsellor/Therapist, MA, RCC (Registered Clinical Counsellor)
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy:
EMDR is a structured/manualized psychotherapy for people who have experienced trauma(s) in their life. It is different from talk therapy because the therapist uses specific detailed protocols and procedures such as the eight phases of treatment in EMDR. You do not need to know what this all means right now. Trust that there is a road map and plan to facilitate healing. There is less focus on therapist talk/interpretations. There is less focus on you speaking about trauma at depth. The progress gained is from your enhanced psychological processing. EMDR incorporates eye movements, tapping techniques, and other methods to unblock an imbalance in the brain’s information processing system. EMDR provides relief from symptoms and emotional distress as a result of trauma(s) (e.g., reducing intensity of PTSD symptoms and trauma related memories). The EMDR therapy process facilitates natural healing processes of the mind and removes blocks to healing.
11 Years Experience
In-Person in Richmond, BC V6X 3M1
Online in Richmond, BC
PTSD/Trauma
Nightingale Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, RCC, MSW
Trauma is both a mental and physiological experience that manifests differently for each person, and at Nightingale Counselling we approach trauma therapy with the understanding that simply acknowledging the presence of trauma and choosing to address it is already an act of profound courage. Our therapists draw from a range of evidence-based modalities including EMDR, Narrative Exposure Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, tailoring the approach to each client's unique history, cultural background, and therapeutic needs rather than applying a one-size-fits-all method. Whether the trauma stems from abuse, a single distressing event, or a lifetime of complex relational harm, our trauma-informed team is committed to creating a safe, compassionate space where clients can begin to process the past, reduce the intrusion of painful memories, and reclaim a life that feels lighter and more fully their own.
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Richmond, BC
Online in Richmond, BC
PTSD/Trauma
Manupriya Mehra
Licensed Professional Counsellor, (RTC)(ACCT), C.HypTM -Trauma Specialist, B.A., M.A. Psychology ( India)
Trauma and post-traumatic stress can affect emotional safety, relationships, sleep, and the body’s sense of balance. Individuals may experience ongoing fear, emotional overwhelm, intrusive memories, or difficulty feeling grounded in daily life. I offer a safe, compassionate, and trauma-informed space where clients can explore these experiences at their own pace.
My approach focuses on stabilization, emotional regulation, and rebuilding a sense of safety within the mind and body. Therapy is gentle and client-led, supporting resilience, self-understanding, and gradual healing while respecting each person’s unique recovery journey.
24 Years Experience
Online in Richmond, BC (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Rebekkah Stainton
Registered Psychotherapist, RCC
When someone has experienced a traumatic event or series of events, the resulting impact can influence many areas of their life (e.g. work, relationships, self-esteem, etc.) and overwhelm their ability to cope.
The fall-out of trauma can take many forms including confusion, negative self-image, shame, guilt, anger, deep sadness, grief, anxiety, depression, feelings of isolation/ loneliness, nightmares, intrusive thoughts, as well as physical challenges.
Not all negative past experiences announce themselves as "trauma." Sometimes they show up as feeling disconnected from your body, difficulty with intimacy, or patterns that don't quite make sense. Whether it's sexual abuse, sexual assault, childhood neglect, or other overwhelming experiences, you don't need to have named it as trauma to benefit from this work.
Complex trauma—especially sexual trauma—often lives in the body long after the mind thinks it has "moved on." This work focuses on helping you reclaim parts of yourself that may have been shut down or protected for good reason. We go at your pace to process experiences that may still be influencing how you move through the world.
I work with clients who present as high-functioning but feel stuck, numb, tense, or disconnected in ways they can’t fully explain. The goal is to help you feel safe and connected in your own skin again, to trust your instincts, and to engage in life from a place of choice rather than protection. You deserve to feel whole and present in your own life.
**I’m an approved provider for the Crime Victim Assistance Program, the Residential Historical Abuse Program, and Survivors of Residential Schools. My approach is steady, trauma-informed, and grounded in helping you reclaim safety, capacity, and a sense of self that feels whole and trustworthy.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Richmond, BC
Online in Richmond, BC
PTSD/Trauma
Barbara (Barchi) Fojkar
Counsellor/Therapist, Registered Clinical Counsellor, Clinical Hypnotherapist, CCC
Trauma can continue to shape how we feel, relate to others, and experience ourselves long after the original experiences have passed. I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed space to explore these patterns at a pace that feels manageable. Our work may include nervous-system awareness, mindfulness, parts-based and experiential approaches, and clinical hypnotherapy when appropriate, with the aim of helping you feel safer, more connected to yourself, and more able to move forward.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Richmond, BC
Online in Richmond, BC
PTSD/Trauma
Kristen Bailey Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, Masters of Arts Counselling Psychology
I worked with a specialist organisation for five years with sexual trauma and abuse. During this time I also engaged in multiple trainings around how to support people through processing these sensitive issues without causing overwhelm and retraumatization , managing issues that arise from PTSD and getting to a place of more acceptance and ease.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Richmond, BC
Online in Richmond, BC
PTSD/Trauma
Bill Arbuckle
Therapist, MCP, RCC
Trauma isn't always a single dramatic event. Sometimes it's the accumulation of things that were said, things that happened, things that should have been there and weren't. Whatever form it took, trauma has a way of shaping how we see ourselves and the world in ways we don't always recognise. I work with people to process what happened at a pace that feels safe, using AEDP and a trauma-informed approach, so it stops running the show.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Richmond, BC
Online in Richmond, BC
PTSD/Trauma
Dave Vass
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Clinical Counsellor: RCC
I offer a steady, compassionate space for working with PTSD—helping you feel safer, regain control, and reclaim daily life. I use both top‑down approaches (like trauma-focused CBT and memory processing to reframe thoughts and beliefs) and bottom‑up methods (such as grounding, breathwork, sensorimotor techniques, and nervous‑system regulation) so we address both cognitive meaning and bodily responses. Together we’ll pace the work to your needs, build safety and resilience, and create practical tools for coping and recovery.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Richmond, BC
Online in Richmond, BC
PTSD/Trauma
Alex Henderson
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, B.A
The bulk of my training is in the world of trauma. My approach is a mixture of neuroscience and spirituality with an emphasis on healing and witnessing. My work around trauma is focused on shame and unburdening, with a specific interest in understanding how what we have experienced has brought us to the moment we are currently in. I have training and experience in various types experiences, including but not limited to sexual, physical, medical, emotional and complex/relational trauma. I cannot promise that the work of healing will be pleasant or easy but I do believe that it is worthwhile and I would be honoured to join you on your journey.
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near Richmond, BC
Online in Richmond, BC
PTSD/Trauma
Candice Seligman
Counsellor/Therapist, MACP, DVATI, CCC
Trauma can show up as persistent anxiety, emotional overwhelm, feeling shutdown, difficulty trusting yourself or others, numbness, hypervigilance, or feeling stuck in patterns that seem rooted in the past. I focus on working with CPTSD, complex and developmental trauma, including childhood and relational trauma, rather than acute single-incident trauma such as recent accidents or medical emergencies. I work somatically, trauma-informed, and with the nervous system, inner child, and energy field in mind to help release the deeper roots of trauma responses. My focus is compassionate, root-cause healing that supports safety in your body, integration of painful experiences, and movement toward greater freedom and wholeness.
6 Years Experience
Online in Richmond, BC (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Richmond, BC Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Richmond, BC average 11 years of experience and charge around $161 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (59%), Internal Family Systems (IFS) (57%), and Somatic Therapy (51%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$161
Accept insurance
68%
Offer sliding scale
55%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 59% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 57% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 51% | Somatic Therapy |
| 51% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 48% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 45% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 42% | Narrative Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 73% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Senior |
| 48% | Teen |
| 14% | Children |
Client Focus
| 65% | Women |
| 54% | Men |
| 49% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 29% | Christian |