Benilda Formoso

Registered Social Worker, MTA, MSW, RSW (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

2 Endorsed

317 Catherine Street, Ottawa, ON K1R

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I would love to work with you if you’re ready to dive into your healing journey and explore the effects of trauma and attachment wounds. If you seek a safe, down-to-earth space where you can be yourself—swearing included!—we may be a great fit. I’m here to support you in building emotional regulation, understanding your body’s responses, and transforming your relationship with yourself. If you’re committed to breaking free from past patterns and reclaiming your true self, I invite you to take this step together.

I can help by providing a compassionate, tailored approach to healing trauma and early attachment wounds. As a second-generation therapist with over 15 years of experience, I’m an EMDR Certified Therapist specializing in Somatic and Attachment Focused EMDR. I also integrate music therapy and polyvagal-informed practices for holistic healing.

I understand that seeking therapy can feel daunting, especially when dealing with trauma and attachment wounds. I invite you to explore my profile and visit my website to see if my approach aligns with your needs. To schedule a free consultation, please send a message or book a time via my website. I'm excited about the possibility of meeting you!

Call or Email Benilda Formoso now for a free 15 minute consultation - (833) 703-0450

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Catherine Street House

317 Catherine Street

Ottawa, ON K1R

(833) 703-0450

Home-Based Office in Orleans

Orleans, ON K1W

Therapy tailored to you: online, by phone, or in-person. Cozy office and down-to-earth approach. Book your consult today!

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD

$165 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

Welcome to my practice! Nugget and I would love to meet you!

Let's Connect (833) 703-0450

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Catherine Street House

317 Catherine Street

Ottawa, ON K1R

(833) 703-0450

Home-Based Office in Orleans

Orleans, ON K1W

Therapy tailored to you: online, by phone, or in-person. Cozy office and down-to-earth approach. Book your consult today!

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD

$165 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

Welcome to my practice! Nugget and I would love to meet you!

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $165
Pay by Cash, Mastercard, Visa

Your health insurance plan may provide reimbursement for services from a Registered Social Worker. Fees can be claimed as a medical expense. I offer convenient direct billing to make your therapy experience easier. Please inquire during intake to confirm if your insurance provider is eligible.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (833) 703-0450

Benilda Formoso

Registered Social Worker, MTA, MSW, RSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (833) 703-0450

Benilda Formoso

Registered Social Worker, MTA, MSW, RSW

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers Benilda Formoso
In Practice for 17 Years
Certificate from Canadian Association for Music Therapy 5013 / 2010
Certificate from EMDRIA 100330243 / 2024
Attended Carleton University, Master of Social Work, Graduated 2014

I have over 17 years of experience working as a therapist. I am an EMDR Certified Therapist and a Certified Music Therapist, dedicated to helping adults in their healing journey.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (833) 703-0450

Benilda Formoso

Registered Social Worker, MTA, MSW, RSW

I have over 17 years of experience working as a therapist. I am an EMDR Certified Therapist and a Certified Music Therapist, dedicated to helping adults in their healing journey.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (833) 703-0450

Benilda Formoso

Registered Social Worker, MTA, MSW, RSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Grief
Life Transitions
Peer Relationships
Racial Identity
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Spirituality
Stress

I work with adults who are interested in using EMDR with a polyvagal-informed lens to heal from trauma. If you are looking for a therapist that is skilled and experienced as well as kind-hearted, funny and down-to-earth, I invite you to reach out. I will get back to you within 48-hours.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (833) 703-0450

Benilda Formoso

Registered Social Worker, MTA, MSW, RSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (833) 703-0450

Benilda Formoso

Registered Social Worker, MTA, MSW, RSW

2 Endorsements

Maria Kristina Lamb

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Benilda is a calm, grounded and compassionate professional. She's easy to talk to and highly skilled. I've been inspired by her professionally and privileged to receive her guidance during supervision. I highly recommend Benilda to anyone seeking support.

Jaclyn Sappah

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, C-IAYT

Being in Benilda's presence feels like a warm hug! Genuinely loving and hopeful, she has a natural ability to bring out the light in others. She effectively uses mind-body therapy tools to get to the root of her client's concerns and helps them thrive.

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
EMDR
Experiential Therapy
Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
Expressive Arts
Humanistic
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Music Therapy
Narrative
Person-Centered
Safe and Sound Protocol
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

As a practitioner of Somatic and Attachment Focused EMDR, I integrate body-based awareness and attachment theory into trauma processing, ensuring that healing happens within a secure, attuned, and gradual process. I am also a Certified Music Therapist and polyvagal-informed, using these approaches to further support emotional regulation, deepen self-awareness, and promote resilience.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (833) 703-0450

Benilda Formoso

Registered Social Worker, MTA, MSW, RSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (833) 703-0450

Benilda Formoso

Registered Social Worker, MTA, MSW, RSW

Location

Primary Location

Catherine Street House

317 Catherine Street

Ottawa, ON K1R

(833) 703-0450

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Home-Based Office in Orleans

Orleans, ON K1W

(833) 703-0450

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

Therapy tailored to you: online, by phone, or in-person. Cozy office and down-to-earth approach. Book your consult today!

Call for a free consultation now - (833) 703-0450

Benilda Formoso

Registered Social Worker, MTA, MSW, RSW

Therapy tailored to you: online, by phone, or in-person. Cozy office and down-to-earth approach. Book your consult today!

Call for a free consultation now - (833) 703-0450

Benilda Formoso

Registered Social Worker, MTA, MSW, RSW