Trauma and PTSD therapists in Burlington, Ontario ON, Canada CA

Do you find yourself dealing with current or past trauma? Experiencing feelings of shame and worthlessness, no thoughts or feelings about your future or poor concentration and memory, nightmares or sleeplessness, increased anxiety or episodes of panic - and curious or fearful of what may have happened to you? I can relate to what you are struggling with and understand how hard it can be to cope with these issues, including the desperation you might feel that current coping strategies aren't working. I am here for you. I understand that traumatic events or experiences (even indirect ones) can overwhelm your ability to cope, adding to the sense of powerlessness, frustration and lack of control. As humans, we have a fundamental need to feel safe, protected and loved - and when our world is turned upside down, and those basic needs are unmet, we do our best to restore some balance, an innate biological response of survival mode. There is hope. Together we will develop flexible ways to manage this survival response and work towards resolving trauma using an integrative approach and a compassionate lens. It takes work to override that protection autopilot, but if you are ready for a change in your life (or even curious), I am willing to roll up my sleeves, get in the trenches and work alongside you. You deserve to experience freedom, peace and joy and live a rich and meaningful life.  

As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional for Individuals, I emphasize safety, choice, and autonomy in my work with clients and I would be honoured to receive your story, walking alongside you to resolve those painful stuck points in your past. I am here to support you in stepping into the growth and opportunities that await you.  

Many of our registered psychologists and licensed therapists have extensive training and experience providing psychotherapy treatment for trauma and PTSD to children, adolescents, and adults.  

Trauma and PTSD are lasting emotional responses to a distressing event in our lives. It can overwhelm your ability to cope and cause feelings of anxiety, stress, fear, and other intense emotions . I want to create a safe space for you to be transparent, to feel that you can trust our therapeutic relationship, and to empower you to have your own voice and create self-advocacy. Let us journey together towards your wholistic well-being.  

With the help of a supportive and compassionate therapist, you can heal from the impacts of trauma. Therapy can help you to develop mindfulness skills and grounding strategies, to explore and understand your triggers, and to process traumatic memories in order to help you feel safe enough to reconnect with yourself and those around you.  

I primarily work with First Responders and Health Professionals struggling with PTSD and Trauma.  

Trauma comes in many varieties. In classical PTSD we focus on Abuse, and even then, on severe and dramatic episodes of abuse. A more nuanced and sophisticated approach looks also at "small t" trauma with the same level of respect and seriousness. Neglect is a part of this. Abandonment The history of failed treatments for Trauma is epic. I believe that Shame and Trauma are at the core of psychological distress - maybe all psychological distress.  

One may experience trauma in a situation which is shocking, deeply distressing or disturbing for him, in which he feels helpless and is unable to cope-up. PTSD is a stage when a person after such traumatic experience, feels sad, scared, disconnected, lonely, anxious for a longer period of time.  

Guilt and shame are blockers that prevent the person from feeling their emotional world. We are not what happened to us, but rather what we choose to become.  

My approach focuses on creating a safe and supportive environment for individuals dealing with trauma and PTSD. I use evidence-based techniques to help clients process and heal from their traumatic experiences. If you're ready to begin your journey towards recovery, please reach out for a free consultation.