Michele Venema, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist

BScN, RN, Psych, cEFT2, AEFTP

Michele Venema, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist

BScN, RN, Psych, cEFT2, AEFTP (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

10 Endorsed

Trenton, ON K8V

(343) 342-1287

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Do you find yourself easily overwhelmed, exhausted, and depleted? Do you struggle with relentless patterns of overthinking, worry, compulsions, and self-criticism? Over time, they unsettle your confidence, stir your fear, and blur your sense of self. You know something isn’t working, but you don’t know how to make a shift. You don’t need to push harder—you need a path back to yourself. Therapy with me offers a gentle space to quiet the noise, reconnect with the wisdom of your body and emotions, and begin to untangle the patterns that are stealing your peace.

Together we'll explore the roots of anxiety, OCD, depression, and trauma. Blending compassionate counselling, nervous system healing, and somatic practice, I guide you beyond mindset alone into embodied presence and felt safety for deep and meaningful change. I’m not just a therapist—I’m someone who’s walked this road too.

The ground we return to is softness—where even the parts we tend to hide can feel seen, accepted, and supported. This is the space to be truly you. If you're ready to move from "just surviving" to a life that is fully your own, reach out for a Free Connection Call. With genuine empathy and non-judgment, I’m here to walk alongside you.

Call or Email Michele Venema, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist now for a free 15 minute consultation - (343) 342-1287

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Trenton, ON K8V

(343) 342-1287

Brockville, ON K6V

Offering supportive online, video counselling for adults and seniors across Ontario, with flexible weekday and evening appointments.

I specialize in Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) and Trauma and PTSD

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Book Your Free Connection Call. No pressure, just a chat to see if you feel we are a good fit for your journey.

Michele Venema, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist

Let's Connect (343) 342-1287

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Trenton, ON K8V

(343) 342-1287

Brockville, ON K6V

Offering supportive online, video counselling for adults and seniors across Ontario, with flexible weekday and evening appointments.

I specialize in Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) and Trauma and PTSD

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Book Your Free Connection Call. No pressure, just a chat to see if you feel we are a good fit for your journey.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $150

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer

Insurance

Desjardins
Green Shield Canada
Johnston Group
Manulife
Medavie Blue Cross

Clients receive an invoice receipt for insurance reimbursement where eligible (check prior to first session) or for medical expense claims on their income tax. Direct billing is available for NIHB and VQRP (H/PE/LA/Ottawa). Please ask if you have any questions.

Michele Venema, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist

BScN, RN, Psych, cEFT2, AEFTP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 342-1287

Michele Venema, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist

BScN, RN, Psych, cEFT2, AEFTP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 342-1287

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 890-6182 Michele Venema

Education and Years In Practice

Attended Ryerson University, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Graduated 1990

Additional Credentials

License: College of Nurses of Ontario 1987

Membership with Nurse Psychotherapy Association of Ontario 2023

Hello I'm Michele. With 35 years of nursing experience, I'm a Registered Nurse Psychotherapist and certified Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Practitioner. I've walked my own healing path through anxiety, OCD, and depression - all rooted in trauma. I've been there, and now I'm here for you!

Michele Venema, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist

BScN, RN, Psych, cEFT2, AEFTP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 342-1287

Michele Venema, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist

BScN, RN, Psych, cEFT2, AEFTP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 342-1287

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

Addiction
Alcohol Use
Body Image
Cancer
Chronic Illness
Chronic Pain
Coping Skills
Depression
Hoarding
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
Sleep or Insomnia
Spirituality
Stress
Suicidal Ideation
Veterans

Survival patterns like self-criticism, pleasing others, or compulsions, cloud your sense of self, but aren't your fault - they're the ways you've tried to feel safe in a world that feels overwhelming. In a welcoming and nurturing space, I guide adults and seniors to unwind these patterns and reclaim a felt sense of safety. From there we can rebuild inner connection, compassion and self-trust.

Michele Venema, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist

BScN, RN, Psych, cEFT2, AEFTP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 342-1287

Michele Venema, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist

BScN, RN, Psych, cEFT2, AEFTP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 342-1287

10 Endorsements

Danielle Field

BScN, RN

Michele's client-centered approach, rooted in personal experience, guides you toward healing with gentleness and compassion. Michele empowers you to reclaim happiness and strength. I wholeheartedly recommend her!

Maimoona Batool

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC

Michele is a compassionate therapist who values the unique experiences of each client. She strives to support individuals on their personal growth journey with empathy and understanding, I highly recommend her!

Edna Bonsu - Registered Nurse Psychotherapist

RN, BScN, MN, CPMHNc

Michele uses her expertise in Emotional Freedom techniques to enhance her client's experiences in healing. She is extremely client-centred and pulls from her own experiences delivering with empathy. I highly suggest connecting with her!

Sheena Howard RN, Psychotherapist

RN, Psychotherapist, RN, BNSc, MA

Michele provides a safe and compassionate space for clients experiencing trauma and PTS D to talk, feel heard, work through, and heal. I know that when I send clients to Michele, they're receiving the supportive care that they absolutely deserve.

Caroline Miller

BscN, RN, NLP

Michele is an amazing support. The holistic modalities that she uses allows for a gentle and effective approach to guide in your healing journey. You will find comfort and safety with Michele. I highly recommend her.

Deb Bush

BScN, RN

I appreciate how Michele helps her clients tune into their own inner wisdom and guides them to see themself and their experience through a lens of compassion. I highly recommend her with her many years of experience!

Megan Beninger

RN, CNP (Q)

Michelle's kind and generous nature creates a sense of safety and comfort while working with her. Her multifaceted approach grounded in evidence based practices is extremely effective at getting to the root of issues. I highly recommend her!

Life Coach Kim

BScN, RN , Psych, CBT

Michele has a wealth of knowledge which embraces her clients and highlights her practice, she has a warm charisma and a joy to work alongside, adding and building balance, freedom, and resilience. I highly recommend Michele.

Tara Belanger

BScN, RN

Michele offers warm, compassionate counselling and care. As an experienced EFT Practitioner, she offers incredible care to those struggling with issues such as OCD, anxiety and trauma. I highly recommend Michele with confidence.

Pathfinder PRO-NP Solutions

NP-PHC, MSN, CPMHN-C

Michele is a compassionate RN-Psychotherapist with 35 years' experience, blending clinical expertise and lived healing from anxiety, OCD, and depression. Clients are fortunate to have her as a trusted partner in recovery, resilience, and emotional freedom

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Gay Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Little Person Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Gay Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Little Person Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
Compassionate Inquiry
Culturally Sensitive
Emotional Freedom Techniques
Energy Psychology
Integrative
Somatic
Transpersonal
Trauma Focused

I use Emotional Freedom Techniques (Tapping) and other complementary modalities to gently shift stuck patterns, taking you beyond just symptom management for meaningful and transformative change. My somatic and trauma-informed approach blends the traditional and holistic. Beginning where you are, we will explore what brought you here and together chart a gentle and supportive path forward.

Michele Venema, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist

BScN, RN, Psych, cEFT2, AEFTP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 342-1287

Michele Venema, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist

BScN, RN, Psych, cEFT2, AEFTP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (343) 342-1287

Location

Primary Location

Trenton, ON K8V

(343) 342-1287

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Website

Additional Location

Brockville, ON K6V

(343) 342-1287

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

Offering supportive online, video counselling for adults and seniors across Ontario, with flexible weekday and evening appointments.

Michele Venema, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist

BScN, RN, Psych, cEFT2, AEFTP

Call for a free consultation now - (343) 342-1287

Offering supportive online, video counselling for adults and seniors across Ontario, with flexible weekday and evening appointments.

Michele Venema, Registered Nurse Psychotherapist

BScN, RN, Psych, cEFT2, AEFTP

Call for a free consultation now - (343) 342-1287

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