Online Trauma and PTSD therapists in Ontario, Canada CA
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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is triggered by a traumatizing and often life-threatening event. Symptoms can include but is not limited to flashbacks, nightmares and severe anxiety, as well as uncontrollable thoughts about the event. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy can intervene those bad memories and help you face the control your fears in a safe and supportive environment.
For many of us, overwhelming experiences from the past, are a part of our legacy and history. Even if many years have gone by, the past may seem ever-present. Often we may recognize without fully understanding how the past continues to impact us today. You might experience anxiety, fear, depression, triggers, and other symptoms, that are hard to fully understand and even harder to lessen. You may even recognize these as signs and symptoms of trauma or PTSD. But yet, these symptoms may persist and even worsen over time.
At ThriveWell Counselling, we create a safe space to explore the impacts trauma has had emotional, psychological, and physically within your life. Through developing an empathic and compassionate understanding of your experiences and the ways you learned to cope with these, we can support you in developing a deeper connection to yourself within. ThriveWell uses a holistic approach to treating trauma and PTSD symptoms by integrating a number of trauma-focused therapeutic approaches. Through working with EMDR, Ego-State Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Somatic Experiencing and other therapeutic modalities, we will work with you to process, integrate and move forward from hurtful experiences, in a way that strengthens resilience and facilitates lasting healing, so that you can move from surviving to thriving.
Utilize various behavioural strategies to assist clients to understand trauma at it's root and process the ramifications of it. Share tools and resources to regulate their emotions while identifying strategies to maintain wellness
As a trained Critical Incident Debrief Counsellor, I am trained to work with trauma both in its immediacy and after significant time has gone by. In a safe space, the client and clinician will deconstruct the trauma and work to heal.
Very many people have experienced traumatic events in their lives. These experiences can leave one feeling unsafe, a sense helplessness and loss of trust. After a traumatic event one may experience any combination of the following:
- flashbacks
- hyper vigilance
- difficulty staying present
- de realization or depersonalization.
- a sense of panic
- difficulty sleeping
I work from a trauma informed perspective. I practice a multi-modal style of therapy. I find drawing on techniques from several approaches allows me tailor my sessions to meet the needs of each client, depending on what they bring to therapy.
It almost impossible to live life without experiencing trauma. Perhaps you have experienced a recent breakup, the loss of a loved one, or an adverse childhood experience. I am a therapist here to support you through this. Therapy can be a helpful space to navigate, manage, and process the ways that trauma has impacted your life. This can allow you to feel more in control of yourself and empowered to live the future that you want to live. Connect with me today for a free consultation to see if we are a good fit.
PTSD means that when faced with certain environmental stimuli similar to those present when you were traumatized, you develop the same or similar-level of physiological and emotional responses to the present circumstances even in the absence of additional trauma. This requires specialized training in the assessment and treatment of the condition for you to feel better.
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.
I am trained in Relational Psychotherapy at the Toronto Institute for Relational Psychotherapy an intensive three-year theoretical and clinical training program in psychodynamic, intersubjective, and relational psychotherapy. I have worked with and supported clients in Trauma and PTSD.
Supporting individuals, couples, and family members who are navigating challenges related to Trauma or PTSD symptoms such as emotional dysregulation, self-harm, and impulsivity. A formal diagnosis is NOT required for treatment.
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.
I have extensive experience supporting clients of all ages, first responders (firefighters, police, EMS, military, etc.), university staff and faculty, and major corporations in working through trauma and on site critical incidents. I am trained in a broad range of highly effective therapeutic approaches for trauma and PTSD symptoms including prolonged exposure, accelerated resolution therapy, trauma focused cognitive behavioural therapy, etc.
Traumatic experiences are common yet unique to each person. While each person possesses unique resources and skills, trauma responses (fight, flight, freeze, fawn) can throw one off balance from their consistent, preferred way of living. I will collaborate with you to form a treatment plan to forge a treatment plan that meets your preferred way of living.
Trauma is often viewed as an “event” or “experience” like a terrible accident, abuse, a disaster, a death, etc. And it is a common view that the event or experience has to be considered “big” like these examples. And while such events and experiences can definitely be traumatic, other views expand on this, such as with the thinking that:
>Trauma is not an event or an experience as such, it’s what’s stored in the brain and the body. (There is a book called “The Body Keeps the Score” by Dr. Bessel Van Der Kolk describing this.)
>“Traumatic experiences” don’t have to be so “big”, and what is traumatic for you might not be traumatic for someone else, depending on things like if someone is more sensitive than someone else.
Also, sometimes events enacted, witnessed, or experienced can be impactful because they run counter to your sense of morality and ethics, and these can be difficult to recover from too.
While some people spontaneously recover from trauma over time with the love and support of family and friends, others may suffer from effects of lasting trauma, which can vary greatly from person to person but might include living with deep emotional pain, avoiding reminders of the event or experience, feeling depressed or nervous, feeling like the event is still happening, feeling very angry or guilty, having difficulty sleeping, judgments of self or others, or other effects, long after the actual experience has passed.
In these circumstances, the support, guidance, and assistance of a counsellor can often be helpful in lessening the impact of the event or events on your life in the here and now, such as by helping you find healthy ways to cope with the lingering effects of the trauma, though certainly the road can sometimes be difficult.
If you feel you are living with the effects of trauma and are wanting a more satisfying and values-directed life, I might be able to assist.
As a Registered Psychotherapist I provide support in healing from relational trauma, narcissistic abuse, and complex trauma. I offer a safe, empathic, and understanding environment to assist in rebuilding trust and self-worth. The impact of emotional abuse is often overlooked but can lead to a lifetime struggling with self-esteem and symptoms of complex trauma. Whether you are dealing with a current relationship or wanting to explore the impact of previous relationships, I can support you in changing toxic relational patterns, boosting self-confidence, and building a path toward meaningful fulfilling relationships.
Trauma is a deeply personal experience and it can feel difficult to know where to turn for support because reaching out can feel unsafe. While I do not offer services for PTSD, we have many therapists at our clinic, Psychotherapy Collective, well positioned to support you. Visit https://www.psychotherapycollective.ca/areas-of-focus/trauma and book a free 15-minute consultation with one of our Trauma therapists.
Psychologist, Psychologist, Registered Psychotherapist, Pre Registration Professionals
The primary indicators of PTSD are 1) re-experiencing of the event, through flashbacks, nightmares and distressing memories, 2) avoidance, through numbing the emotions and feeling detached from others, and 3) hypervigilance and a chronic state of anxious arousal. They may feel irritable and have outbursts of anger and may stop participating in activities and relationships that used to bring them happiness before the event. These are natural reactions to the extreme stress they have endured, and continue to endure, and can make life very difficult for the individual and those who love them.
If you or someone you know has experienced a traumatic event, you may recognize some of these symptoms in yourself or your friend/loved one. Take heart, because there is help and there is hope. PTSD is often a chronic condition, but it does not have to be a permanent life sentence. With courage and perseverance, you can overcome your body’s safety mechanisms and protective behaviours and break free of the debilitating cycle of fear, avoidance, pain, and confusion.
How McDowall Integrative Psychology & Healthcare can help you.
At McDowall Integrative Psychology & Healthcare, we take pride in providing our clients with a warm, confidential and safe environment so you will feel open to discuss whatever is on your mind. Making you feel comfortable each and every time you visit is very important to us.
Some stress at work is normal, but if you find yourself under a lot of pressure and this negatively affects other areas of your life such as your social, personal, and physical domains, then you might benefit from our counselling services.
We provide a confidential, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment where you can speak to one of our therapists about the issues you are experiencing. We will help you implement some coping strategies or improve your existing ones in order to improve your well-being, not simply during your work day but throughout the long-term. We look forward to working with you through the pressures you are facing and help strengthen your resilience to external and internal contributors of stress.
Trauma is a deeply personal experience and it can feel difficult to know where to turn for support because reaching out can feel unsafe. In my work with individuals who have experienced trauma, helping people to feel safe is the foundation for healing. We work together at a pace that is comfortable for you and I check-in regularly to ensure that you continue to feel safe and supported. Reach out today to learn more about my approach and your journey to healing.
Trauma is a deeply personal experience and it can feel difficult to know where to turn for support because reaching out can feel unsafe. While I do not offer services for PTSD, we have many therapists at our clinic, Psychotherapy Collective, well positioned to support you. Visit https://www.psychotherapycollective.ca/areas-of-focus/trauma and book a free 15-minute consultation with one of our Trauma therapists.
Trauma is a normal reaction to adverse life events. If you are suffering with feelings of anxiety or dread, low energy, or low mood, you may be dealing with the after-effects of trauma. Trauma is often accompanied by nightmares or flashbacks. Any of these symptoms are hard to deal with and can cause additional problems like poor sleep, poor memory and focus, and difficulty making decisions. Even everyday tasks can feel like a major undertaking when you are struggling with these symptoms. If your life feels harder than it should, please reach out to us for a free consultation to talk about treatments and strategies to address these issues. We are here to discuss your unique situation and find a plan personalized for you and your needs.
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