Trauma Focused Therapists in K1S

I am a strong believer that when we change the way we think, we change the way we feel, and we can improve our mental and emotional health and well-being. I am passionate about helping people uncover their resilience, strengthen their self-confidence and self-worth, and become more assertive. You are the expert of your life, and together we will work collaboratively to uncover unhelpful thinking patterns and create new ways of looking at your concerns to create positive change.

My goal is to work collaboratively with you based on your specific goals and needs with an emphasis on building a strong therapeutic relationship and creating a safe environment. I provide psychotherapy services for issues related, but not limited to, various forms of trauma and abuse, interpersonal relationships, substance use, self-esteem, identity, eating disorders, self-harm, depression, anxiety, and chronic illness.

I often wonder why there is so much pain and suffering. I realized that what we need is not homeostasis or a tensionless state. Instead, we need the right amount of tension for change, growth, and development to take place. I had the privilege to journey with people facing different aspects of the human condition (suffering, grief, loss, meaninglessness, etc.) I am often amazed by human determination, courage, and strength in the process toward growth and development as they face life challenges. Life is full of challenges and adversity; it would be a privilege to journey with you toward a meaningful and purpose-driven life.

As a Registered Social Worker and virtual counselor based in Ontario, I hold a Master of Social Work degree, a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, and a diploma in Child and Youth Work. My focus is on providing strength-based, client-centered therapy services tailored to children aged 8 and above, individuals, families, and couples. Employing an anti-oppressive approach, I customize each session to meet the unique needs of every individual. Through my years of experience, I've come to understand that the cornerstone of effective therapy lies in truly listening to my clients.

Accepting new clients starting April 2024 - I recognize that it takes a lot of courage to make the first step to reach out, and for that, I congratulate you. In working together, I invite you to discover yourself, empower you to process any wounded parts of your past, reach your goals, in a safe, secure and non-judgmental space. Through my work as a crisis counsellor, I have had the opportunity of working with survivors of Intimate-Partner Violence, complex grief and trauma, and tragic circumstances, in addition to providing support to first responders.

My approach dynamically nurtures interpersonal connections, greater bonds, and a cohesive sense of self. In sessions, we honour expansion through emotional exploration and concrete strategies into the deepest aspects of living, and growth. As a therapist, I am passionate about people thriving and living an authentic life!

Welcome to Ontario's online therapy centre specifically designed for men and their families. All of our services are professionally facilitated by accredited psychotherapists who are experts in the field. We tailor our individual services to specifically meet men's needs in a way that speaks to men. Our widely known and respected men's group therapy programs include Anger Management, Childhood Trauma Recovery, Emotional Integrity and Sexual Integrity. Living a healthier and happier life is possible. People can change. Therapy can help.

**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS & COVERED BY MOST INSURANCES** I am also a CLINICAL SUPERVISOR, and I accept new supervisees. Choosing the right therapist is an important decision in order for you to make real progress in counselling. I offers a safe, non-judgmental and supportive counselling environment that focuses on addressing your needs and achieving your objectives. I strongly believe that the best way to succeed in therapy is for us to work together as a team. Once trust is established, we will be able to work together to address your areas of concerns and find solutions that will help you realize your goals and dreams.

Whether you are searching for extra support and guidance through an overwhelming situation, or you feel ready to tackle unresolved issues from the past, I'd be honoured to walk that journey with you and help you eliminate the issues that you are struggling with. My goal is to accompany you on a journey towards balance, growth, strength and consolidation, where you can share your thoughts and feelings in a comfortable and non-judgmental environment.

Accepting new clients-. Life can lead you to experiencing a variety of highs and lows. Sometimes your journey might be impacted by stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and burnout. Or you might be dealing with women’s issues, perinatal mental health, or infertility. Offering both in-person and virtual sessions, as a psychotherapist-in-training I’d be honoured to support your journey towards healing and self-discovery. My therapy approach is profoundly shaped by rich cultural insights from my upbringing as the daughter of immigrants, emphasizing cultural sensitivity and understanding to promote healing and growth.

I provide individual and couples’ therapy to adolescents, adults, and families experiencing a wide range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, and work-related stress. My goal as a therapist is to work with you to help you discover strategies for overcoming your most challenging times through compassionate and evidence-based practice.

Accepting New Clients! Welcome. If you're here, life might be hard right now. It might have been this way for a long time. What you're feeling makes sense. It might be challenging to feel like yourself. Perhaps who you truly are is yet to be discovered. To genuinely feel connected and to understand who we are, we need to understand how our past and present contexts shape the way we respond to difficulties. Sometimes, these protective measures no longer serve us. Perhaps it's time for a change so that we can move forward in healthy ways and toward empowering relationships.

We are currently accepting clients immediately with NO WAIT for psychotherapy (children, adolescents, adults, and families). You can book an intake here: aws-portal/owlpractice.ca/ocfr We are a mental health centre for childhood trauma & dissociation, attachment, adoption, and high-conflict families for Ottawa and surrounding areas. Our clinicians have advanced training in a variety of evidence-based trauma-informed approaches for treating children, youth, adults, and families, including psycho-biologically and somatic based approaches, such as EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, SMART, Brainspotting, and Safe and Sound Protocol.

I support clients through normal challenges and stress we all can face as well as complex situations of grief and loss, divorce, trauma and abuse. I facilitate difficult conversations in changing relationships or around family's role in caring for elders. Using a holistic approach, I focus on the total well-being of individuals and families with whom I work. I can also help you strengthen healthy coping skills or learn new strategies that better support you now in your current situation.

Currently Accepting Clients! If you’re reading this – I want you to know that you are valued, your story deserves to be heard, and deep beneath those layers, you possess every seed of change! Life was never meant to be “uncomplicated”, after all, aren’t we all complex and dynamic individuals who experience self discovery each and every day? I believe we all have strengths and inner resources to work on challenging goals, improve relationships, and develop healthy tools to navigate future uncertainties. Taking those initial steps towards self-improvement and healing is a bold and noteworthy step!

My role is to work alongside you on your personal journey towards the growth you may seek to achieve. Our sessions are your time and dedicated to addressing what you deem important, within the safe and confidential environment of psychotherapy practice. I offer non-judgement and acceptance. I value your autonomy and freedom. I provide the space for you to recognize your truth, and unburden your suffering, as you deserve to be heard and understood . I work from a multi-modality approach and tailor evidence-based techniques to individual client needs.

Visit www.samanthaburtonpsychotherapy.janeapp.com to book a consult or first session. My interest and passion lies in working with individuals to overcome obstacles that are keeping them from living their most fulfilling life. I have experience working with a number of presenting issues such as anxiety, depression, PTSD/complex trauma, ADHD/ASD, emotion regulation issues, relationship and sex issues, and social issues. I have a particular interest in working with individuals who have experienced trauma or complex trauma, and helping them to understand and overcome the difficulties their past experiences have created in their lives.

Want to move beyond the comfort of the familiar and towards personal and relational growth? Whether you're facing mental health challenges, self-esteem issues, or navigating complex relationships and trauma, the objective is to assist you in breaking free from the protective behaviours that once kept you safe but now keep you stuck. Visualize your mind like an iceberg, with unexplored depths beneath the surface, and your relationships like mirrors, reflecting your inner world. We'll delve into both, with a focus that is not limited to symptom alleviation; but also getting to the root and achieving understanding along the way.

One day, I looked in the mirror and didn't recognize myself. I've spent the last decade learning to let go of what doesn't fit in my life, what isn't authentic, and rebuilding myself from the ground up, physically, mentally, emotionally, socially, and spiritually, so that life can be lived with purpose and a joy to share with others. During this time, I have learned the fundamentals of how to heal violent trauma and live with autism, the source of tremendous anxiety, depression, and suffering in my life. I'm here to help others who have similarly struggled.