Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Ontario

Welcome! If you are here, you are likely considering finding some support for what may seem like another one of life's never-ending challenges. I can support you with that. You have already taken the first step. All you need to do next is reach out and book a free consultation so we can discuss what it is you are looking for.

What happened to you matters, but so does what happens next. Maybe you look "fine" on the outside but feel a lot of complicated things on the inside. You might be thriving in some ways while struggling deeply in others. You're successful and still feel completely overwhelmed. You appear to be keeping it together while quietly wondering how much longer you can manage the weight you’re carrying.

I offer sessions for individuals and couples who are looking to make positive changes in their lives and relationships. My areas of specialty include PTSD, CPTSD, and trauma related to interpersonal violence and abuse, anxiety, depression, grief, and ADHD. I offer virtual sessions across Ontario and in-person sessions in Etobicoke and Oakville ON

Overwhelmed by life's pressures, past traumas, or relationship challenges? Want to understand how your thoughts and feelings connect to your overall sense of self? Seeking a therapist who gets your values and background, connecting you to your past, present, and future experiences? Let's work to explore your struggles or dive into understanding yourself better.

Big feelings? We've got this. No feelings? No problem. Existential grief? Absolutely. If you are a high achieving, high pressure performer (I'm looking at you, actors, singers, musicians, dancers, academics, performers), and you need someone who understands the pressure put on you throughout your training and career, someone who has lived experience in these industries, let's connect!

I'm so glad you are here. Sometimes we can feel weighed down by sadness, anxiety, shame, a harsh inner critic, or not feeling “good enough”. This can sometimes occur with difficulty with people pleasing, perfectionism, chronic worry, or unreasonably high self-standards. Are you a high performer, an artist, athlete, dancer (or former)? Has a life transition or loss left you feeling overwhelmed? ...

I’m Yuansheng Lu, a culturally sensitive, trauma-informed therapist providing services in both English and Mandarin. I work with individuals, couples and families who may be facing challenges such as anxiety, trauma, OCD, cultural barriers, or relationship issues. My therapeutic approach is client-centered and evidence-based, integrating Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, etc.

As a brown kid of immigrants from the Global South, I appreciate ​the nuances, struggles, and beauty of being from immigrant and global ​majority communities. My values of acceptance, compassion, curiosity, and ​connection guide my work. With an anti-oppressive, relational lens, I will support ​you to soften towards yourself, slowly heal, and move in alignment with your values ​instead of fear.

Are you hoping to feel less "stuck," anxious, or sad? Is there a part of you hoping to reconnect with yourself and build confidence, build better boundaries, or understand how your childhood impacts your present? Do you want to learn coping strategies or skills for daily life or ADHD? Have you experienced a loss that you're looking to work through, or find stress is too present in your day?

Hi! I'm a Registered Psychotherapist and Canadian Certified Counsellor with 11 years of experience. I walk alongside my clients as they heal, whether supporting emotional regulation, processing trauma, or navigating life transitions. I use an integrative approach, drawing from different theories, modalities, and approaches that fit their unique needs!

I practice relational psychotherapy, which sees both suffering & healing as rooted in relationships. I support individuals & couples to grow their capacities to feel, reflect, & connect more deeply to themselves & others. I take a collaborative, trauma-informed, & anti-oppressive stance, holding curiosity for how social contexts, your personal history, & identities impact you & our work together.

I embrace the profound truth that we are all interconnected when we mindfully inhabit the present moment. As therapists, we acknowledge the intricate web of human experiences, emotions, and relationships. This awareness creates a nurturing space where clients can explore their inner landscapes with compassion. Together, we embark on a journey of empathy, resilience, and shared transformation.

I’m Shelley, a psychotherapist offering integrative, mind–body therapy that goes beyond talk therapy. My work combines insight with nervous system, physiological, and gut–brain understanding to help clients truly make sense of their experiences. Through psychoeducation and compassionate support, I help people reconnect with their inner wisdom and create meaningful, lasting change.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, unhappy with where you are, or unsure about your next step? You don’t have to figure it out on your own. I’m here to walk with you through life’s challenges and help you create the future you want. I work with both individuals and couples to help support with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, with a strong focus on perinatal mental health.

Trauma and EMDR therapy in the West End of Ottawa.

At Forward Thinking Psychological Services (FTPS), we provide you with warmth, compassion and tools you need to move ahead in your life and achieve your goals. Our work is evidence-based, collaborative and values-based – ensuring that every individual is a participant in their treatment and is able to become their own therapist over time. We provide treatment to individuals, couples, and families.

I am a therapist honoured to support individuals looking for harmony and clarity in their life. I specialize in Adoption Loss, Family Separation, Family Conflict, Reunion, Early Childhood Trauma, PTSD, Grief, Anxiety, Depression, and Abandonment.

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.

I’m a therapist who believes healing happens when mind, body, and soul are cared for together. My approach is gentle, practical, and rooted in nervous system wisdom—helping you release what feels heavy, reconnect with yourself, and move forward with more ease, balance, and resilience.

I’m Jen, a therapist-in-training offering a safe, client-centred space to navigate anxiety, depression, burnout, cultural identity, relationships, parenting, workplace stress, and youth challenges. My integrative approach blends Person-Centred, ACT, EFT, and mindfulness-based, yoga- and somatic-informed practices.