Domestic Abuse Therapists in Sudbury, ON
Victoria Theodoris
Psychotherapist
Therapy is not just about techniques or sessions; it’s about the relationships, and that begins with a conversation. To make this step easier, I offer a free 20-minute consultation. You’ll have the chance to ask questions, share what feels comfortable, and receive a genuine sense of whether working together feels like the right path forward.
Nikki Ward
Registered Psychotherapist
Therapist & Clinic Owner at Electric City Wellness Accepting new clients both In-Person in Peterborough & Virtually throughout Ontario! Offering FREE 20-minute consultations!
Ashley Davenport
Registered Psychotherapist
With over 20 years' experience in working with a variety of clients and concerns regarding mental health and problems in living, I have learned that it is most important to provide a space in which clients can feel safe and able to reflect upon and evaluate their circumstances. I will work with you to determine the best treatment approach and together we will walk toward understanding and healin…
Allison Mundle
Registered Psychotherapist, Sandalwood Psychotherapy
Online therapy for women in Ontario navigating anxiety, relationships, and emotional overwhelm. You may look like you are holding everything together, while inside you feel anxious, emotionally drained, or disconnected from yourself. Maybe you are used to keeping the peace, carrying too much, or saying yes when something inside you is saying no.
Kimberly Lee-Louis
Counselor, RSW
Registered Social Worker offering integrative, culturally responsive therapy that considers identity, family systems, and broader social and institutional influences. I support clients navigating stress, burnout, and intergenerational patterns using CBT and strengths-based approaches to foster self-awareness, emotional balance, and more aligned ways of living.
Donnica Campbell
Registered Social Worker/ Psychotherapist
Beginning therapy can feel like a vulnerable step, and it can also open the door to greater grounding, clarity, and self-connection. I work from a trauma-informed and inclusive approach. Together, we’ll explore what healing looks like for you, at a pace that feels supportive, and work toward feeling more connected, empowered, and well.
Cierra DoCouto
Registered Psychotherapist
Helping adults in Burlington, Ontario navigate anxiety, self-esteem challenges, relationship concerns, and attachment patterns. Offering in-person and virtual psychotherapy that is collaborative, evidence-informed, and tailored to support personal growth, emotional well-being, and resilience.
Shannon Jervis
Registered Social Worker
Throughout my career, I have provided unwavering support to clients affected by neglect, child abuse, domestic violence, and various mental health challenges. I specialize in creating a collaborative and meaningful treatment plan tailored to individual needs, fostering a therapeutic environment. As a therapist, I use a strength-based, client-focused approach.
Samantha Whittle
Registered Social Worker
Hi, I'm Sam! I specialize in trauma, sexuality, gender and relationships. I see individuals and couples/triads/polycules who want to heal trauma, create meaningful relationships or embrace pleasurable sexuality.
Sadaf Khan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
At Horizon Healing Psychotherapy, we believe that every journey toward growth and healing begins with a safe space and a compassionate guide. Under the thoughtful care of Sadaf, our clinic offers a sanctuary where your story matters, your voice is heard, your experience and your path to well-being are honoured. Welcome to Horizon Healing Psychotherapy, a new horizon of hope and healing awaits you.
Catherine Sullivan
MSW, RSW
Trauma and EMDR therapy in the West End of Ottawa.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Domestic Abuse
What is domestic abuse and what forms does it take?
Domestic abuse includes physical violence, sexual abuse, emotional and psychological abuse, financial control, and coercive control — a pattern of behaviour that seeks to take away the other person's freedom and sense of self. Many people experiencing abuse do not identify it as such, particularly when the abuse is primarily emotional or controlling rather than physical. If a relationship leaves you feeling afraid, walking on eggshells, isolated from others, or unsure of your own perceptions, these are signs worth exploring with a professional.
How does therapy help survivors of domestic abuse?
Therapy for abuse survivors addresses the trauma symptoms that result from abuse — including PTSD, hypervigilance, dissociation, depression, and anxiety. It also helps survivors understand the dynamics of abusive relationships (which are often confusing and disorienting), rebuild self-trust and self-worth, process complex grief about the relationship, make sense of their own responses, and plan for safety and the future. Trauma-informed therapists understand that complex relational trauma requires a careful, paced approach.
Is it safe to start therapy while still in an abusive relationship?
This depends on the specific situation, but therapy can be an important step even while still in the relationship — helping you understand the dynamics, clarify your own perceptions, and plan for safety. A therapist who specializes in domestic abuse will not pressure you to leave immediately and understands that leaving can actually increase risk in some situations. Safety planning — with a therapist or a shelter and crisis service — is an important part of the work.
What therapy approaches are used for domestic abuse survivors?
Trauma-focused CBT, EMDR, and somatic approaches are all used for the trauma symptoms resulting from abuse. Empowerment-focused models that centre the survivor's safety, autonomy, and self-determination are foundational. Therapy must be trauma-informed — understanding that complex relational trauma affects memory, emotion regulation, trust, and sense of self in ways that require careful, paced treatment rather than standard symptom-focused work.
What crisis resources are available for domestic abuse in Canada?
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911. Canada's national domestic violence helpline — the Assaulted Women's Helpline — is available 24/7 at 1-866-863-0511 (toll-free). Provincial victim services and local shelters provide crisis support, safety planning, and referrals to housing, legal aid, and counselling. Many shelters offer therapy services regardless of whether you stay at the shelter. Therapy in combination with these supports tends to produce the best outcomes.