Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Stouffville, ON
I work with individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and much more.
Are you feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? Do you sometimes find it hard to keep your energy or motivation levels up? I can help! Our world has become so full of stress that we often forget there's another way to live. My approach involves building new strategies that help combat any issues you're experiencing. Alongside this, I help you discover the true roots of the difficulties you're experiencing so that we can create more lasting, long-term change.
I work with individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and much more.
Are you feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? Do you sometimes find it hard to keep your energy or motivation levels up? I can help! Our world has become so full of stress that we often forget there's another way to live. My approach involves building new strategies that help combat any issues you're experiencing. Alongside this, I help you discover the true roots of the difficulties you're experiencing so that we can create more lasting, long-term change.
Christine Bach
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Stouffville, ON L4A
Trauma can leave you feeling overwhelmed, isolated, and stuck.
Do you feel like the weight of past trauma is holding you back from living the life you desire? Are you searching for a way to move beyond the pain and truly heal? You don’t have to face this journey alone. With over 9 years of experience, I help individuals, couples, and families find hope and healing through a therapeutic approach that combines traditional talk therapy with experiential interventions for holistic mind-body wellness.
Trauma can leave you feeling overwhelmed, isolated, and stuck.
Do you feel like the weight of past trauma is holding you back from living the life you desire? Are you searching for a way to move beyond the pain and truly heal? You don’t have to face this journey alone. With over 9 years of experience, I help individuals, couples, and families find hope and healing through a therapeutic approach that combines traditional talk therapy with experiential interventions for holistic mind-body wellness.
Lyndsay Thompson
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Stouffville, ON L4A (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Lyndsay! My specific areas of interest are with individual adults around trauma, character development and resilience, as well as children with their parents to promote healthy family attachment, behavioural issues, boundaries and support emotional validation and regulation. I am trained in CBT, EMDR, Theraplay, Focusing and Grief as well as supervision. And I don't work alone! I have a fantastic team who would be honoured to support you!
Hi, I'm Lyndsay! My specific areas of interest are with individual adults around trauma, character development and resilience, as well as children with their parents to promote healthy family attachment, behavioural issues, boundaries and support emotional validation and regulation. I am trained in CBT, EMDR, Theraplay, Focusing and Grief as well as supervision. And I don't work alone! I have a fantastic team who would be honoured to support you!
I use a variety of therapeutic techniques including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Family Systems, Attachment and Trauma Theory.
Are you experiencing anxiety or depression? Do you want to mend a damaged relationship, or enhance your marital relationship? Are you burnt out, or have you experienced grief or trauma? I have a compassionate and gentle approach as I help clients reach their goals and become more emotionally and relationally healthy. I have experience working with people struggling with many varied issues, and I will provide a supportive counselling experience in which you can acquire strategies for change and growth, as well as insight into your past.
I use a variety of therapeutic techniques including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Family Systems, Attachment and Trauma Theory.
Are you experiencing anxiety or depression? Do you want to mend a damaged relationship, or enhance your marital relationship? Are you burnt out, or have you experienced grief or trauma? I have a compassionate and gentle approach as I help clients reach their goals and become more emotionally and relationally healthy. I have experience working with people struggling with many varied issues, and I will provide a supportive counselling experience in which you can acquire strategies for change and growth, as well as insight into your past.
Karen M Thornton
Registered Social Worker, Hons, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stouffville, ON L4A
I help my clients work through trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression and relationship issues by creating a personal model of resilience with them, building a positive attitude and regaining hope for the future.
I am a Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist in Ontario. I provide psychotherapy services from an anti-oppressive framework using a client-centered or family-centered approach to meet the various needs of my clientele. I specialize in trauma, relationship issues, domestic violence, PTSD, addiction, anxiety, attachment, grief and loss, and other mental health concerns. I utilize various treatment tools in individual or group settings, including, CBT, Narrative, EFT, Mindfulness, DBT, Strength and System approaches. We also do cognitive and behavioural assessment and testing at our centers through a Registered Psychologist.
I help my clients work through trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression and relationship issues by creating a personal model of resilience with them, building a positive attitude and regaining hope for the future.
I am a Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist in Ontario. I provide psychotherapy services from an anti-oppressive framework using a client-centered or family-centered approach to meet the various needs of my clientele. I specialize in trauma, relationship issues, domestic violence, PTSD, addiction, anxiety, attachment, grief and loss, and other mental health concerns. I utilize various treatment tools in individual or group settings, including, CBT, Narrative, EFT, Mindfulness, DBT, Strength and System approaches. We also do cognitive and behavioural assessment and testing at our centers through a Registered Psychologist.
Your story, your pain are unique to you. This is the first step to understanding your struggles, feeling empowered, and to make positive changes to improve your life. My name is Joan Smith. I have a Masters in Social Work, and I am a Registered Social Worker with more than 25 years of experience supporting individuals struggling with trauma, grief, and mental health challenges. In my practice, I address a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, panic attacks, phobias, sleep disturbance, low self-esteem, trauma, grief, and loss.
Your story, your pain are unique to you. This is the first step to understanding your struggles, feeling empowered, and to make positive changes to improve your life. My name is Joan Smith. I have a Masters in Social Work, and I am a Registered Social Worker with more than 25 years of experience supporting individuals struggling with trauma, grief, and mental health challenges. In my practice, I address a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, panic attacks, phobias, sleep disturbance, low self-esteem, trauma, grief, and loss.
Jessica Soliman
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), HBa, MEd, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Stouffville, ON L4A
I have experience supporting couples and individuals over the age of 16 with a variety of concerns, including anxiety, trauma, PTSD, depression, grief, self esteem issues, infidelity, and relationship issues.
As a psychotherapist, I've dedicated myself to forging deep connections and guiding individuals through life's intricate paths. I value creating a space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment and asking thought-provoking questions to facilitate deeper insight and understanding.
I have experience supporting couples and individuals over the age of 16 with a variety of concerns, including anxiety, trauma, PTSD, depression, grief, self esteem issues, infidelity, and relationship issues.
As a psychotherapist, I've dedicated myself to forging deep connections and guiding individuals through life's intricate paths. I value creating a space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment and asking thought-provoking questions to facilitate deeper insight and understanding.
Aarti Dhanda - Childhood Abuse - Disassociation - Perfectionism
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Stouffville, ON L4A (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
And I'm known for my work with complex trauma, EMDR & parts work.
You’re not “broken.” You can heal. I believe it’s not your fault, even if you struggle to believe it. I offer a safe space where we’ll heal the root issues so you can make lasting change. We'll address your thoughts, emotions & neurobiology to heal all of you, allowing you to thrive in unexpected ways. The deep sense of peace, calm & joy on the other side of pain is something I want everyone to feel. I know there may be some worry & hesitation showing up right now. Know that I'm very comfortable to work with that. Rest assured, I’m dedicated to being the best I can be for you.
And I'm known for my work with complex trauma, EMDR & parts work.
You’re not “broken.” You can heal. I believe it’s not your fault, even if you struggle to believe it. I offer a safe space where we’ll heal the root issues so you can make lasting change. We'll address your thoughts, emotions & neurobiology to heal all of you, allowing you to thrive in unexpected ways. The deep sense of peace, calm & joy on the other side of pain is something I want everyone to feel. I know there may be some worry & hesitation showing up right now. Know that I'm very comfortable to work with that. Rest assured, I’m dedicated to being the best I can be for you.
Vaishnavi Counselling and Consulting Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MPsy, CSAT, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Stouffville, ON L4A
I completed my Masters of Arts in Psychology at the Adler Graduate Professional School and my Certification in Sex Addiction Therapy from the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals.
Hello and welcome! I am a Registered Psychotherapist who works with individuals presenting with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, addictions, trauma, anger management, relationships, and self-esteem concerns. I believe in taking an empathic and eclectic approach to counselling, incorporating strategies and techniques from various theoretical approaches to suit the needs of each client. I have worked with diverse clientele and have a vast understanding of cultural differences. I will work collaboratively with you to understand your concerns and work towards your treatment goals with you to create meaningful changes in your life.
I completed my Masters of Arts in Psychology at the Adler Graduate Professional School and my Certification in Sex Addiction Therapy from the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals.
Hello and welcome! I am a Registered Psychotherapist who works with individuals presenting with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, addictions, trauma, anger management, relationships, and self-esteem concerns. I believe in taking an empathic and eclectic approach to counselling, incorporating strategies and techniques from various theoretical approaches to suit the needs of each client. I have worked with diverse clientele and have a vast understanding of cultural differences. I will work collaboratively with you to understand your concerns and work towards your treatment goals with you to create meaningful changes in your life.
Marcia McCready
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv , RP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Stouffville, ON L4A
Waitlist for new clients
What kind of person do you want to be? What do you hope to build towards or overcome? What gets in the way, causing you to feel stuck? Whether you or someone you care about is on a grief journey, sorting through past or present challenges (including trauma), dealing with a tough inner critic or facing relational conflict... hope remains! Whether young, old, or somewhere in between, I believe that with meaningful support everyone has the potential to move towards greater joy, hope, purpose, and connection.
What kind of person do you want to be? What do you hope to build towards or overcome? What gets in the way, causing you to feel stuck? Whether you or someone you care about is on a grief journey, sorting through past or present challenges (including trauma), dealing with a tough inner critic or facing relational conflict... hope remains! Whether young, old, or somewhere in between, I believe that with meaningful support everyone has the potential to move towards greater joy, hope, purpose, and connection.
Steffanie Pelleboer
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP, RMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stouffville, ON L4A
I have over 25 years experience in the field navigating issues such as separation/divorce, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief & loss, relationship conflict, and I am trained in a variety of evidence based, therapeutic approaches.
I believe everyone has the capacity to grow, learn, and change and I am committed to supporting clients as they work through the stressors of life and relationships. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where we can explore painful experiences and emotions in order to move towards healing and seeing oneself and their relationships become more aligned with their preferences, values, and hopes. My practice in grounded in compassion and emphasizes a collaborative partnership, bringing the client’s voice and choice into the centre of all my helping efforts.
I have over 25 years experience in the field navigating issues such as separation/divorce, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief & loss, relationship conflict, and I am trained in a variety of evidence based, therapeutic approaches.
I believe everyone has the capacity to grow, learn, and change and I am committed to supporting clients as they work through the stressors of life and relationships. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where we can explore painful experiences and emotions in order to move towards healing and seeing oneself and their relationships become more aligned with their preferences, values, and hopes. My practice in grounded in compassion and emphasizes a collaborative partnership, bringing the client’s voice and choice into the centre of all my helping efforts.
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Client-centered, strength-based, trauma-informed and attachment-focused lenses all help to guide my therapeutic practice.
I am deeply passionate about supporting and walking alongside individuals as they navigate life's challenges. Having gone through my own therapeutic journey, I understand how difficult and scary it can be to reach out, or to even imagine how things could be different. By drawing from my personal experience and professional expertise, I aim to empower you to embark on your own transformative journey towards change and self-discovery. I believe that we all have the ability to create change in our lives, and that this ability is realized through a strong therapeutic relationship, compassion, acceptance, and support.
Client-centered, strength-based, trauma-informed and attachment-focused lenses all help to guide my therapeutic practice.
I am deeply passionate about supporting and walking alongside individuals as they navigate life's challenges. Having gone through my own therapeutic journey, I understand how difficult and scary it can be to reach out, or to even imagine how things could be different. By drawing from my personal experience and professional expertise, I aim to empower you to embark on your own transformative journey towards change and self-discovery. I believe that we all have the ability to create change in our lives, and that this ability is realized through a strong therapeutic relationship, compassion, acceptance, and support.
Darby Crosby
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RMFT, CH, RP
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Stouffville, ON L4A (Online Only)
I work collaboratively with individuals couples or families to empower them to reach their goals. I have over 24 years experience using strength based evidence based skills to support clients. I use a variety of skills to assist my clients to feel better. I have a MA in Counselling Psychology/certificate in Trauma Therapy from the Adler University
I work collaboratively with individuals couples or families to empower them to reach their goals. I have over 24 years experience using strength based evidence based skills to support clients. I use a variety of skills to assist my clients to feel better. I have a MA in Counselling Psychology/certificate in Trauma Therapy from the Adler University
Kimberley Cochrane
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, dipTIRP, RP, TEB, SEP
Verified Verified
Stouffville, ON L4A
By opening yourself to new awareness, you will begin to understand yourself more clearly, process and heal trauma held in your body, strengthen your relationships with others, and experience more consistent feelings of well-being in your life.
Everyone experiences emotional pain and may feel anxious or depressed at different times in life. During these times, it is comforting to know that someone is there to listen and hold your heart with care, kindness and sensitivity. Deciding to work with a psychotherapist and somatic practitioner is a courageous step towards understanding yourself and getting to the roots of what may be troubling you. I will see you, perhaps in ways that you've never been seen, and we will make sense of your patterns and struggles, and help you work through the layers of your life to see the beauty that exists within you.
By opening yourself to new awareness, you will begin to understand yourself more clearly, process and heal trauma held in your body, strengthen your relationships with others, and experience more consistent feelings of well-being in your life.
Everyone experiences emotional pain and may feel anxious or depressed at different times in life. During these times, it is comforting to know that someone is there to listen and hold your heart with care, kindness and sensitivity. Deciding to work with a psychotherapist and somatic practitioner is a courageous step towards understanding yourself and getting to the roots of what may be troubling you. I will see you, perhaps in ways that you've never been seen, and we will make sense of your patterns and struggles, and help you work through the layers of your life to see the beauty that exists within you.
Alyssia Generali
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, BaSc, AMDH
Verified Verified
Stouffville, ON L4A
I've worked with individuals with addictions and mental health concerns, crisis intervention, grief, communication, emotional management, trauma/ PTSD in teens and adults.
There are probably a lot of reasons why you have found yourself on this page. Perhaps for a glimpse of clarity, or hope. As a therapist I understand that you are the expert of your own life and healing is not a one size fits all journey. I offer a warm, safe therapeutic space and embrace a holistic approach to healing. In our work, Psychotherapy will offer acknowledgment of your pain and provide outcomes towards getting better and finding your centre again.
I've worked with individuals with addictions and mental health concerns, crisis intervention, grief, communication, emotional management, trauma/ PTSD in teens and adults.
There are probably a lot of reasons why you have found yourself on this page. Perhaps for a glimpse of clarity, or hope. As a therapist I understand that you are the expert of your own life and healing is not a one size fits all journey. I offer a warm, safe therapeutic space and embrace a holistic approach to healing. In our work, Psychotherapy will offer acknowledgment of your pain and provide outcomes towards getting better and finding your centre again.
Lauren Wallis
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, CCC, RP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Stouffville, ON L4A
Waitlist for new clients
You might be finding yourself amidst some of life’s biggest stressors, such as loss, transitions, illness, trauma, and emotional stress. For many people, these issues can make them feel stuck, lost and like giving up. I care deeply for the wellbeing of my clients and I work to provide my clients with an open, accepting space where they can be with someone who is carrying their pain alongside them. I also offer supervision and consultation for therapists and students.
You might be finding yourself amidst some of life’s biggest stressors, such as loss, transitions, illness, trauma, and emotional stress. For many people, these issues can make them feel stuck, lost and like giving up. I care deeply for the wellbeing of my clients and I work to provide my clients with an open, accepting space where they can be with someone who is carrying their pain alongside them. I also offer supervision and consultation for therapists and students.
Katie McKeiver
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stouffville, ON L4A (Online Only)
I have ten years of experience in the field of social work specializing in sexual trauma.
Have you experienced trauma? Do you oscillate between feeling overwhelmed and anxious, to numb and detached? Do you think that you will never measure up or be "good enough"? We adapt to our environment as a means of ensuring our survival. Perhaps you've learned to adapt by withdrawing from others, or neglecting your own needs. It may have helped to stay endlessly busy, never allowing yourself a break, or using aggression to protect yourself. Regardless of how you have adapted or coped with what happened to you, I firmly believe we can heal from trauma and find inner peace.
I have ten years of experience in the field of social work specializing in sexual trauma.
Have you experienced trauma? Do you oscillate between feeling overwhelmed and anxious, to numb and detached? Do you think that you will never measure up or be "good enough"? We adapt to our environment as a means of ensuring our survival. Perhaps you've learned to adapt by withdrawing from others, or neglecting your own needs. It may have helped to stay endlessly busy, never allowing yourself a break, or using aggression to protect yourself. Regardless of how you have adapted or coped with what happened to you, I firmly believe we can heal from trauma and find inner peace.
I help individuals who are seeking to address the root of their suffering by breaking the cycles of trauma and emotional repression. I offer an embodied approach to shadow work and supporting the awakening process. This often begins by learning how to get out of our heads and into our bodies. Insights naturally arise when we begin to get beneath our limiting beliefs and assumptions and come into contact with the energetics of our direct experience. Some common areas of exploration include healing relationships, trauma, emotional reactivity, deconstructing the ego, and awakening to your true nature.
I help individuals who are seeking to address the root of their suffering by breaking the cycles of trauma and emotional repression. I offer an embodied approach to shadow work and supporting the awakening process. This often begins by learning how to get out of our heads and into our bodies. Insights naturally arise when we begin to get beneath our limiting beliefs and assumptions and come into contact with the energetics of our direct experience. Some common areas of exploration include healing relationships, trauma, emotional reactivity, deconstructing the ego, and awakening to your true nature.
Laurel Honeyford
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stouffville, ON L4A (Online Only)
I am committed to providing authentic, compassionate, and insightful support as I journey with my clients through anger, grief, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem and confidence, burnout and a variety of other life stressors. I have had the immense privilege of meeting clients where they are at and joining them on their journey towards health. I have a special interest in supporting adults who are looking to explore the impact of their past on their current life situation such as their attachment, communication and conflict styles, trauma, boundaries etc.
I am committed to providing authentic, compassionate, and insightful support as I journey with my clients through anger, grief, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem and confidence, burnout and a variety of other life stressors. I have had the immense privilege of meeting clients where they are at and joining them on their journey towards health. I have a special interest in supporting adults who are looking to explore the impact of their past on their current life situation such as their attachment, communication and conflict styles, trauma, boundaries etc.
I am a therapist who is dedicated to helping individuals heal from trauma, manage anxiety, and cope with depression. If you feel stuck, then l could be the right match for you. My approach as a therapist is as simple as it sounds - we identify your goals and together we find the best way to achieve these goals. I have been told that I am personable, professional, and at times even humorous. There is no "one size fits all" approach when it comes to therapy.
I am a therapist who is dedicated to helping individuals heal from trauma, manage anxiety, and cope with depression. If you feel stuck, then l could be the right match for you. My approach as a therapist is as simple as it sounds - we identify your goals and together we find the best way to achieve these goals. I have been told that I am personable, professional, and at times even humorous. There is no "one size fits all" approach when it comes to therapy.
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When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.