Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Cochrane, AB

Kristy Brosz
Kristy Brosz

Registered Clinical Social Worker/Mental Health Therapist, MSW, RCSW

Virtual

*Chronic Illness/Rare Disease Therapist & Trauma/Grief Specialist* Kristy's practice focuses on the intersection between trauma and grief/loss. Kristy has a special interest in the areas of trauma, grief/loss, rare/chronic illness, palliative care, and adoption/foster/kinship care.

Vanessa Leggio

MSW, RSW

Virtual

Hello! I’m Vanessa, a couples therapist and trauma therapist. With both personal and professional experience, I’m dedicated to creating a safe space for healing and growth. I work with couples to rebuild trust, intimacy, and connection. For couples or individuals who are struggling with trauma, I use EMDR, a powerful and effective therapy that has helped many overcome and grow from trauma.

Darbey Carlson
Darbey Carlson

Registered Psychotherapist, EMDR, MACP, MSc, ADHD-CCSP

Virtual

Accepting NEW Clients - Do you feel “stuck” in your day-to-day life or unsure how to move forward in a way that makes you feel fulfilled? Are you interested in learning more about how your childhood impacts you as an adult? Does it feel like your past experiences are weighing on you, and your sense of self is foggy or unclear? Are you interested in exploring different perspectives or figuring o...

Christie Orr-Brown
Christie Orr-Brown

Registered Nurse, Certified Clinical Counsellor

Virtual

Christie is a registered nurse and certified clinical counsellor with 15 years experience in mental health. She has advanced training and certification in EMDR, mindful self compassion, and perinatal mental health. As a mother of two, Christie has a passion for helping parents thrive and live their best lives.

Meg Lindemulder
Meg Lindemulder

Canadian Certified Counsellor, Counselling Therapist

Virtual

Life can be a beautiful mess and a heartbreaking gift, often at the same time. When you're not sure how to navigate the challenges you're currently facing, my aim is to provide the connection and support you need to heal, grow, and thrive. My areas of specialty are Religious & Spiritual Trauma, Late-Diagnosis ADHD, Grief & Loss, Attachment Issues, and Parenting Support.

Cynthia Yoo

Registered Psychologist

Virtual

Welcome! My name is Cynthia and I am a Registered Psychologist offering remote counselling across Alberta and in-person counselling in Calgary (SW). I have worked with individuals of all ages and from diverse backgrounds. I specialize in supporting clients who struggle with neurodiversity, cultural issues, trauma, anxiety/ stress, depression, anger, identity, self-esteem, and parenting. I work ...

Erin Warner

Therapist (MSW, RSW)

Virtual

Greetings! I'm accepting new clients and my name is Erin (she/they). I’m a Registered Social Worker, AuDHDer, researcher, and giant nerd. What’s my niche? Well, I work with fellow ADHD/AuDHD/Autistic folks and I’m passionate about providing a space for your whole bodymind as it is. Maybe you were never taught how to do things with your ADHD brain or you have never fully understood the way tha...

Crystal Caneus-Penner

Canadian Certified Counsellor

Virtual

Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life’s more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or any other issue, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow. You might be initially hesitant to...

Stacey Squires
Stacey Squires

Master of Social Work

Virtual

I’m a queer, neurodivergent therapist who works from a Narrative Therapy lens. I keep things collaborative and grounded in curiosity.Therapy doesn’t have to feel stiff or intimidating. I try to keep it real, with room for humour and honesty. We’ll look at the stories shaping your life, build your sense of agency, and make space for what feels possible and true to you.

Mandeep Lalli
Mandeep Lalli

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Virtual

Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed or stuck? Maybe something feels wrong? I help people navigate anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and relationship struggles, with culturally sensitive care that honours your full background, including pressures others may miss. As a South Asian therapist who spent 15 years in the corporate world, I bring lived experience and real-world context to therapy.

Brittany Forester
Brittany Forester

Registered Psychotherapist, HBA, ADHD-CP, CCTP, EMDR

Virtual

I take a trauma- and culturally-informed approach to supporting ADHD, trauma, stress, anxiety, and couples, and I have a passion for helping people build confidence in themselves. I draw from many frameworks such as EMDR, Narrative, CBT, DBT, IFS, as well as EFT and Gottmans with Couples.

Shadan Mosavat
Shadan Mosavat

Clinical Counsellor, M.A, RCC, CCC.

Virtual

I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) based in Vancouver, BC, with over 9 years of clinical experience supporting adults with ADHD, BPD, and emotional regulation challenges.

Journey Psychology

Compassionate, evidence-based care for your mental health journey

Virtual

At Journey Psychology, we provide a safe and supportive space for individuals, couples, and families to explore challenges and build resilience. Our team of experienced therapists offers evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique needs, helping you move toward healing, growth, and balance.

Karina Ramdath (she/her)
Karina Ramdath (she/her)

Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist

Virtual

Karina will honour your skills, values, and experiences to help you improve your personal mental health, overcome trauma, and/or improve relationships. Karina provides effective therapy to help you achieve your wellness goals.

Claire Fan
Claire Fan

Therapist (MSW/RSW)

Virtual

I am Claire, a Mental Health Therapist in NW Calgary. I hold a Bachelor in Community Rehabilitation and Disability Studies, and I am a Registered Social Worker with a Masters in Social Work (Clinical Specialization) from the University of Calgary. I am in good standing with Alberta College of Social Workers and I am authorized to perform Restricted Psychosocial Interventions.

Alexandra Goodall
Alexandra Goodall

Registered Clinical Counsellor, Somatic Psychotherapist, EMDR, MA

Virtual

Somatic. Relational. Neurobiological. I am an integrative, somatically-oriented therapist. I support clients who find themselves facing change and growth, be that in relationships, contribution/vocation, trauma recovery, intergenerational legacy, sexuality or spirituality. More at www.alexandragoodalltherapy.com and www.redkitehealing.com

Genny Tevlin
Genny Tevlin

MSW, RSW

Virtual

am a therapist specializing in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, offering a holistic, compassionate approach to healing. By integrating mind and body, I help clients process trauma, regulate the nervous system, and develop self-leadership. My approach fosters resilience, emotional balance, and deeper connections, creating lasting transformation.

Julia Tran

Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist

Virtual

My therapy focuses include anxiety/ stress/ burnout, developmental and intergenerational trauma and family/relationship dynamics. I have a particular passion for supporting individuals who want to explore the impacts that their childhood experiences may have on their present day lives.

Ryan Yellowlees
Ryan Yellowlees

Registered Clinical Counsellor, MC, RCC

Virtual

Disability-affirming counselling that respects your lived experience, challenges ableism, and puts your voice, choices, and well-being at the centre.

Therapy Collective

Registered Psychologist/Counselling Therapist/Certified Counsellor

Virtual

We are a group practice with psychologists, CCC's, CT's, and a therapy dog who offer counselling and formal psycho-educational assessments. We cover a broad range of presenting concerns for children, youth, families, couples, and individuals. We offer a variety of approaches as well: EMDR, Cognitive-Hypnotherapy, Art Therapy, Play-Based Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Attachment-Based, Somatic.

Cochrane Therapists at a Glance

Number of therapists listed

76

Average years in practice

8.5 Years

Currently accepting new clients

100 %

Therapists in Cochrane who prioritize treating:

100% Trauma and PTSD
74% Anxiety
53% Relationship Issues
53% Depression
46% ADHD
29% Emotional Dysregulation
29% Grief
24% Stress

How therapists see their clients

100% Online Only

Top therapy approaches used in Cochrane:

46% Trauma Focused
36% Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
32% Attachment-based
30% Strength-Based
30% Person-Centered
24% Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
24% Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
21% Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Frequently Asked Questions About Trauma and PTSD

What is trauma and when does it become PTSD?

Trauma refers to an overwhelming experience — such as abuse, accidents, assault, natural disasters, or witnessing violence — that exceeds a person's capacity to cope. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) occurs when symptoms such as flashbacks, nightmares, emotional numbing, hypervigilance, and avoidance persist for more than a month and cause significant impairment. PTSD affects an estimated 9–10% of Canadians at some point in their lives.

Which therapy approaches are most effective for trauma and PTSD?

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Prolonged Exposure (PE) therapy have the strongest evidence for PTSD. Trauma-focused CBT (TF-CBT) is the leading approach for children and adolescents. Somatic and body-based therapies are increasingly used alongside these approaches for complex or developmental trauma.

What is complex trauma (C-PTSD) and how is it treated?

Complex PTSD arises from repeated, prolonged trauma — often in childhood, such as abuse, neglect, or domestic violence — rather than a single incident. It involves additional features beyond standard PTSD, including difficulties with emotional regulation, identity, and relationships. Treatment is typically longer-term and uses phase-based approaches that build safety and stabilization before directly processing traumatic memories.

Do I have to talk about the traumatic event in therapy?

Not necessarily, and not right away. Effective trauma therapy begins with establishing safety and building coping skills before approaching traumatic memories. EMDR processes trauma without requiring you to narrate it in detail. Your therapist will move at a pace that feels manageable, and you always retain agency over what you address in each session.

Is it safe to start trauma therapy if I am currently in crisis?

Trauma therapy is most effective when you have some degree of stability and safety in your current life. If you are in acute crisis — such as active suicidal ideation, ongoing abuse, or severe dissociation — your therapist will prioritize stabilization and safety planning before any trauma-processing work begins. If you are in immediate danger, contact the 988 Suicide Crisis Helpline or emergency services (911).