Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Ontario

Mahum Ahmed

Registered Social Worker

Struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or PTSD? You may feel overwhelmed or stuck and want deeper understanding—not just symptom relief. I offer compassionate, tailored therapy using evidence-based approaches like CBT. Together, we’ll build emotional regulation, stronger relationships, and a more fulfilling, empowered future.

Julia Tran

Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist

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.

Sarvenaz (Sarvi) Ostadghafour

Psychological Associate

Life is filled with emotional experiences, changes, unexpected events, and challenging times—an inherent part of the human experience. Recognizing the need for change in your life is a significant step and understanding that the current situation cannot continue can be a powerful realization. Reaching out for support reveals strength and signifies a pivotal step towards feeling better.

Emily Grunthal

Registered Psychotherapist

Emily is a Registered Psychotherapist who supports people through anxiety, people pleasing, perfectionism, health-related anxiety, attachment challenges, exploration of identity, and more. She is the owner of Noia Wellness—a group psychotherapy practice in Hamilton, ON. Emily offers in-person, virtual, and walk & talk nature therapy and is currently accepting new clients.

Melanie Lee

Registered Psychotherapist

Trauma-focused psychotherapist and EMDR specialist helping adults, young adults, and couples across Ontario. I integrate EMDR, somatic and parts work, polyvagal theory, DBT, and CBT to help clients harmonize their nervous system, heal from past experiences, and transform into their most authentic selves. Virtual sessions available.

Carol D.B. Whaley

Psychotherapist

I am a Vancouver based Psychotherapist in a diverse and inclusive Private Practice offering both in person and virtual sessions. I have over 22 years of extensive clinical experience working with individuals, couples, families and groups. I work with all ages on any issues that are getting in the way of the client experiencing life to its fullest in the very personal way they want to live.

Shelley Sayle-Udall

Registered Psychotherapist (RP)

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.

LifeCycle Cousnelling

Registered Psychotherapists and Social Workers

At LifeCycle Counselling we recognize how difficult it is to take the first step towards therapy, speak about your difficulties and explore uncomfortable emotions. We are a diverse group of multilingual therapists, many of whom have had our own mental health challenges and obstacles. We use client-centered approaches because we understand how important it is to meet you where you are. We respec...

Jasmine Bruce

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

You deserve to feel lighter, calmer, and more connected to yourself and others. I help people move through trauma, anxiety, and relationship challenges. Offering a safe, judgment-free space to untangle stress, trauma, anxiety, and self-doubt, finding ways forward that work for you.

Joanne Del Core

Registered Psychotherapist

I am accepting new clients and offer services virtually. My approach to therapy is heavily influenced by my coach and leadership training - it's a results driven approach to therapy. I specialize in trauma and anxiety related disorders including PTSD, social anxiety and generalized anxiety. I offer supervision consultation for psychotherapists in training and workshops for educators.

Anna Marson

Registered Psychotherapist

Anna Marson is a registered psychotherapist specializing in ADHD, trauma, neurodiversity, attachment, stress, and emotion regulation. She integrates evidence-based therapies, mindfulness, and ADHD coaching to help clients build resilience, regulate emotions, and develop practical skills for lasting, positive change. Her approach is compassionate, brain/body-informed, and strength-based.

Alli Ewacha

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Alexander Vasilovsky

Psychologist

Therapy can provide opportunities to reflect on the aspects of your life you’d like to change, as well as to explore new ways of seeing and being seen, of connecting and responding to yourself and others. This sort of change can expose us to feeling vulnerable, so I commend you on your courage to consider this next step.

Whitney Reinhart

Registered Psychotherapist

The action you have made to seek help is not an easy one. It demonstrates great strength, commitment, and resiliency. The effects of trauma can leave us feeling vulnerable and unsafe long after the event itself. So often people can feel hopeless, disconnected, and ashamed. Healing these wounds are essential to developing a strong sense of self, positive self view, and safety within relationships.

Michael Peddle

Registered Psychotherapist (RP), Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), Certified IFS Therapist

Since 2011, I’ve supported clients through trauma and attachment wounds using IFS as my core approach. I integrate EMDR, SFBT, and evidence-based techniques to help people heal burdens, strengthen inner safety, and reconnect with their most grounded, empowered selves.

Serena Welsh

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Hi, I'm Serena! I'm a Masters-level therapist in Ottawa working with teens, adults, and couples. I specialize in relationship concerns, emotion regulation, trauma, BPD, and Bipolar Disorder. My approach is warm, flexible, and judgment-free. Reach out for a free, 15-minute consult to see if we could be a good fit.

Valery Vengerov

Registered Psychotherapist

To those who have taken the courageous step of seeking out a therapist, I want to express my deep admiration and respect. Embarking on this journey takes tremendous willingness and courage, and I commend you for prioritizing your mental and emotional well-being. You are already demonstrating incredible strength, and I am here to support you every step of the way.

Sara Gharibi

Registered Psychotherapist

Life is filled with both surprises and challenges. In facing adversities, it takes courage to think outside the box and seek answers. Therapy can remind you that your story is meaningful and that you are strong and resilient. You matter. What you are experiencing does not define you; you do it, every step of the way.

Elena Temelkova

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Life is beautiful, but it comes with pain. I believe our role here on earth is to become the highest version of ourselves and we all hold the means to do so. I always tell myself, "It's okay, this is your first time here. Take it slow. You are not supposed to be perfect, you are learning everything for the first time". Sometimes things happen that don't make any sense and we as humans can find ...

Amanda VanNoppen

Registered Psychotherapist

Hello, I'm a registered psychotherapist that currently sees clients that are 12+. I offer in-person, virtual, and walk and talk options for session. I primarily work with Trauma symptoms, anxiety, depression, grief, and substance use. I use modalities such as EMDR, attachment-based, relational therapy, IFS, narrative therapy, and somatic principles.