Trauma and PTSD therapists in Vancouver, British Columbia BC, Canada CA
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Trauma and PTSD
Sagewood Counselling & Consultancy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Many, if not most of us have experienced trauma at some point in our lives. Traumas may be very significant events such as sexual abuse, natural disasters, car accidents, loss of a loved one etc. Or traumas can be what we might consider less signifiant events in our lives such as being embarrassed or humiliated or emotional abuse from another person. Although we usually try to do our best to overcome the effects of these experiences on our own, sometimes unresolved trauma can lead to greater difficulties and create parts of ourselves that get 'stuck' leaving us unable to move past the memories and related physiological sensations. Perhaps you are anxious and fearful of certain people, places or situations, or maybe you just always feel 'on edge', and unable to truly relax and feel safe. Maybe you have intrusive thoughts or images that just won't stop. Some people, especially those with PTSD may have flashbacks and nightmares stemming from the traumatic memories. Others often experience muscle tension or chronic pain that may also be related to the trauma(s) experienced, but they have not yet been able to fully process and resolve these experiences. If any of these stress response symptoms sound familiar to you, or if you have experienced trauma in your life and want to be supported as you work through those difficult memories and the places you may find yourself 'stuck', I will do my best to help you find some relief so you can enjoy an improved quality of life.
21 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, British Columbia (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Chris Graham
Psychologist, Registered Psychologist
I believe that trauma can interrupt our ability to connect with others and can be a driver of disconnection. Therapy can help us to reestablish meaningful bonds and experience safety in connection. Book your free 20 minute meet & greet today to see if I might be the right fit for you.
6 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, British Columbia (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Anna MacGillivray
Counsellor/Therapist, MCP, RCC
The aftermath of trauma can express itself in our lives in many ways. Trauma healing helps to create awareness of coping strategies and to relax the nervous system. Mindfulness and somatic techniques are used to help come back to the body and to heal.
7 Years Experience
In-Person in Vancouver, BC V6Z 1K7
Online in Vancouver, British Columbia
Trauma and PTSD
Deanna Scammell
Counsellor/Therapist, MA, RCC
If you would like support around trauma, have help as you navigate difficult memories.
1 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, British Columbia (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Vanessa Fingland
Counsellor/Therapist, CCPCPR.cand, RPC-C
If you have experienced childhood trauma and are ready to work through it, I can help. Please contact me for a free 15 minute consultation today to see if we are a good fit.
7 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, British Columbia (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Kylie Feller
Licensed Professional Counsellor, MA, CCC
I use internal famoky systems therapy to help people heal trauma. This is an empirically validated approach to help not just with trauma but also a number of other mental health struggles such as addiction, anxiety, depression, and self-worth. It helps people heal by connected to and experiencing ones true self. This is a very experiential approach that is provides people with the space to do deep healing work.
9 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, British Columbia (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Sabrina Evertt
Counsellor/Therapist, CTP, RTC-C
I support people through a spectrum of traumatic stress from acute trauma experiences to complex & developmental trauma. Trauma responses are not one size fits all. I pull from multiple modalities to support you through recovery including IFS (Internal Family Systems), Somatic Practices, Mindfulness, & Expressive Arts Therapy.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Vancouver, BC
Online in Vancouver, British Columbia
Trauma and PTSD
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.
9 Years Experience
In-Person in Vancouver, BC V5L 3Y3
Online in Vancouver, British Columbia
Trauma and PTSD
Shannon MacGregor
Counsellor/Therapist, RTC, MTC, CLC, RCS
Past and recent painful life experiences such as adverse childhood experiences, domestic abuse,
intergenerational, racial trauma, accidents or any other distressing or disturbing events can cause psychological, emotional, spiritual, and physical trauma, often resulting in unfavorable behaviors and strategies, called coping mechanisms, to manage the emotional stress and pain. Unresolved trauma damages a person’s sense of safety, self-evaluation, as well as their ability to regulate emotions and navigate relationships with self and others. By concentrating on what’s happening in your body, you can get in touch with trauma-related energy and tension, and your natural survival instincts will take over, safely releasing pent-up energy through shaking, crying, and other forms of physical and emotional release.
17 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, British Columbia (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Fiona Matalon
Counsellor/Therapist, MA, RCC
Trauma is not what happened to us but how our nervous system responded to it. With my clients I work through trauma from a holistic perspective that includes somatic, emotional and spiritual work. Processing our trauma in a safe, non judgemental space allows us to live more integrated and fulfilled lives.
6 Years Experience
In-Person in Vancouver, BC
Online in Vancouver, British Columbia
Trauma and PTSD
South Okanagan Counselling - Lucinda Bibbs
Counsellor/Therapist, RCC
All of our counsellors here at SOC are trauma informed and draw from modalities such as EMDR, CBT, ACT, Family Systems and Somatic based therapies to help clients overcome their trauma and re-write they story.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Vancouver, BC V6B 1T6
Online in Vancouver, British Columbia
Trauma and PTSD
Clayre Sessoms
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RCT, RCAT, CCC, ATR-BC
Trauma is held in both the mind and body. I integrate Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, TIST, and relational methods to help clients heal, regulate, and rebuild their lives after trauma.
7 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, British Columbia (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Sarah Bickle
Registered Psychotherapist, MPsy., R.P.
Healing from trauma is a complex and deeply personal process, but you don’t have to do it alone. My trauma-informed approach uses a combination of techniques such as EMDR, somatic work, and parts work to help you process and release traumatic memories, and re-establish a sense of safety and control. Whether you’re dealing with sexual trauma, PTSD, or complex trauma, I’ll guide you at your own pace through the journey of healing, helping you reconnect to your body, your emotions, and your life.
5 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, British Columbia (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Ashley Kabugo
Counsellor/Therapist, Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC)
I use EMDR to help you process childhood and other traumas.
0 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, British Columbia (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Philip Starkman
Registered Psychotherapist, MSW, RSW
In my practice, I approach the delicate areas of trauma and PTSD with a deep sense of empathy and understanding, recognizing the profound impact these experiences can have on an individual's life. By employing a holistic and integrative strategy, including Mindfulness, the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Role-Playing, I provide a supportive environment where clients can safely explore and process their experiences. Mindfulness encourages a non-judgmental awareness of the present moment, helping to reduce the intensity of traumatic memories. EFT serves as a tool for managing emotional responses, while IFS offers insights into the multiplicity of the self, fostering internal healing. CBT helps in challenging and changing unhelpful patterns of thought related to trauma, and Role-pPlaying can be particularly effective in rehearsing coping strategies and building confidence in handling triggering situations. My role is to guide and support you through your healing journey, offering compassionate care and tailored therapeutic interventions to help you navigate the complexities of trauma and PTSD, with the goal of fostering resilience, recovery, and a return to a sense of safety and well-being in your life.
54 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, British Columbia (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Sophia Kopelow
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RCC
I define trauma as anything that overwhelms our nervous system's ability to cope. It's not only about the event or experience itself, but about how one perceives it. Those with a highly sensitive nervous system will likely be more impacted, and I'm passionate about empowering clients to feel more whole, integrated and accepting of themselves. My trauma- informed approach involves prioritizing safety and trust by allowing clients to have full autonomy and collaborate in the therapeutic process. I use EMDR therapy to help reprocess traumatic memories that might be keeping you stuck, and integrate a mixture of cognitive and somatic approaches to help you heal. I offer in-person, virtual or walk and talk therapy. I would love to hear from you—head to my website to book your free 20-minute consultation.
5 Years Experience
In-Person in Vancouver, BC V6B 1W7
Online in Vancouver, British Columbia
Trauma and PTSD
Creative Spirit Therapy by Kari Gundersen
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, RYT, RTC
We used to think trauma was a car accident, a war scene, or a violent assault. But today we know the signs of post-traumatic stress are apparent in most of us. Learning how to manage the symptoms and regulate your emotions will help your life feel like yours again.
5 Years Experience
In-Person in Vancouver, BC V6B 0A3
Online in Vancouver, British Columbia
Trauma and PTSD
Cayla Townes, Memento Psychotherapy & Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC
Trauma isn’t just about what happened to you—it’s also about what your mind and body had to do to survive. You may find yourself stuck in patterns of avoidance, shutdown, overreactivity, or people-pleasing, and wonder why you can’t “just move on.” That’s because trauma imprints itself deep in the nervous system and in implicit emotional memory—parts of the brain that don’t respond to logic or willpower alone. In therapy, we won’t just talk about your trauma; we’ll gently engage the parts of you still holding onto it. Using experiential approaches and memory reconsolidation, we create the conditions for those painful emotional learnings to be updated, so your system no longer reacts as if the past is still happening. With compassion and care, we’ll work toward healing that feels real and lasting—not just managed.
14 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, British Columbia (Online Only)