Trauma and PTSD therapists in Kensington-Chinatown, Ontario ON, Canada CA
Trauma and PTSD
LifeCycle Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, MPE, RP
Understanding trauma can be complicated. It can be obvious with apparent symptoms or sometimes it may be buried beneath depression, anxiety, and anger. Trauma is an emotional response to a traumatic or distressing event (war, accident, abuse, unexpected loss, etc). It can cause emotional and physical symptoms and last for years after the event has concluded. Individuals who have experiences traumatic events may have difficulty coping, and symptoms can worsen over time as well as impact your day to day functioning, if you do not receive effective treatment. It can increase your risk for other mental health challenges, and disrupt your job, your relationships, your health, and enjoyment of everyday activities. That’s why it is so important to seek the right help.
Psychotherapy approaches that use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy have consistently been found to be the most effective treatment of trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) both in the short term and the long term. Psychodynamic, Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy can also be effective in treating trauma and PTSD.
Book an appointment today! Trauma can grow and enable avoidance behaviors that can create harmful behavioral cycles and worsen your emotional and mental health. It is important to seek help from a mental health professional in order to process and alleviate your symptoms of trauma. Trauma is just one of the areas that LifeCycle Counselling specializes in. Work with one our trauma-informed and trauma-trained therapists today!
5 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Caroline Boutefeu
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Navigating through the complex journey of healing from trauma can be a challenging yet empowering experience. Trauma affects every individual differently and I am committed to providing compassionate and empathetic support tailored to your unique experiences and needs. My approach to trauma therapy is grounded in a deep understanding of the evidence based trauma-informed practices, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for you to begin your healing process. Whether you're dealing with the aftermath of a single event or the cumulative effects of prolonged exposure to stressful situations, I'm here to offer a supportive space where you can explore your feelings, understand the impact of your experiences, and learn coping strategies to regain a sense of control and empowerment. By fostering resilience and self-compassion, together, we can embark on a path toward recovery and rediscovery of your strength and vitality. I invite you to reach out for a compassionate conversation about how we can work together towards your healing and growth. Please feel free to reach out for a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your concerns! Help is there whenever you need it.
10 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
New Moon Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MACP, MSW, RSW, RP, RP(Q)
What if I said that what happened was not your fault, that people can be trusted, and that there's nothing wrong with you?
What if I told you that you can feel your emotions without becoming overwhelmed, that you can let go of feeling on edge and hypervigilant?
What if you knew that the only reason you are suspicious, that decisions are hard to make, and that you find it hard to connect with and trust others is because your trauma shook your sense of self, the people around you, and the word more generally?
What if I said that you don't have to live the rest of your life haunted by memories and flashbacks of the worst days of your life? That you don't have to keep distracting yourself? That you're not "too broken or beyond fixing" and that there IS hope?
Trauma and PTSD change the way we think, feel, and behave in many ways but the good news is that these are treatable conditions. There are evidence-based approaches (well research strategies) that can help you rise from your experience(s), release the past into the past, and claim the life you've always wanted.
At New Moon Psychotherapy Trauma is our specialty. We are a team of registered psychotherapists and social workers who specialize in treating post-traumatic stress and related difficulties such as CPTSD, PTSD, addiction/substance Use, self-injury and suicide ideation, emotion dysregulation, perfectionism, anxiety and depression. We work extensively with survivors of sexual violence and criminal victimization (robbery, assault, car jacking, shootings, etc.) as well as those who have experienced emotional and physical abuse, natural disasters, bullying, war and near death experiences.
We are committed to using evidence-based approaches - the ones that have been test and tried for the very difficulties that you're experiencing including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy for PTSD (DBT-PTSD), Sensimotor Psychotherapy, Somatic Psychotherapy. We offer trauma focused individual, couples, family, and group therapy. We love what we do and stay current through ongoing training and consultation.
Interested in finding relief from trauma symptoms but don't think you can commit to long-term therapy? Our 4-week group focused on Finding Calm in the Body can teach you to calm the nervous system which would bring down intense emotions, hypervigilance, and help you improve sleep and manage flashbacks and body memories. It's an affordable alternative to individual therapy.
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.
* * * If you decide not to go with our clinic, please ensure that your therapist is trained in EVIDENCE-BASED Psychotherapies for trauma - this will be the difference between months and years of therapy * * *
14 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Andrea Rowell
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
The IFS (internal family systems) approach is well suited to treat trauma, and IFS is my main approach. I would be glad to meet you and answer any questions in a free consultation.
5 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Shift Collab
Registered Social Worker
Specialized trauma therapy to process and heal from traumatic experiences, reclaiming life and well-being.
8 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Grounded Minds Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
You can heal from loss, trauma and PTSD. You are important, and what you've experienced is important. Trauma can affect our lives in so many ways. Survivors can lose hope, struggle with depression and crippling anxiety, find it difficult to work or maintain relationships, and may live in a constant state of fear. You may feel like you're completely alone and that no one understands what you've experienced. You might miss the "old you" or want things to go back to the way they were before- this is completely natural. If you're struggling to manage symptoms of trauma or PTSD, the therapists at Grounded Minds are here for you. We can help you process your experiences, learn coping tools to manage your symptoms and free yourself from the heaviness weighing you down. If you're ready to take the first step, please reach out to schedule a therapy session or free consultation call.
6 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Jess Erb
Registered Psychotherapist, DPsychotherapy
I work with all trauma, including interpersonal (familial, loss, and relationship) as well as all forms of abuse (physical, emotional, and sexual). I have worked with those who have faced extreme stress and horrific situations, finding a safe place within my office and a space to start to unpack some of these issues.
10 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Bree Bonanno
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Ever felt like you were merely surviving in life instead of thriving? There may be a possibility that you've experienced something traumatic. The truth is that trauma ranges from not being heard as a child to experiencing a catastrophic event. Trauma can show up in the body as chronic physical or emotional pain. Either way, it's best to have your situation re-assessed by a professional to see how these layers of trauma have been blocking you from living the life you deserve.
3 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Magdalena Karakehayova
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
Trauma and PTSD
Vera Cheng
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
It is an emotional response to a distressing or disturbing experience that everyone processes trauma differently.
18 Years Experience