Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists in Ajax, ON
Jocelyn offers a warm, empathetic, and clear communication style to help you feel supported and understood from the very first session. As your therapist, her role is to walk alongside you-whether you’re navigating depression, trauma, anxiety, or a significant life transition- and help you move toward meaningful healing and change.
She holds a Master’s degree in Counselling and brings over 11 years of therapeutic experience to her work. Jocelyn is a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and a Basic EMDR Trained Therapist.
Jocelyn offers a warm, empathetic, and clear communication style to help you feel supported and understood from the very first session. As your therapist, her role is to walk alongside you-whether you’re navigating depression, trauma, anxiety, or a significant life transition- and help you move toward meaningful healing and change.
She holds a Master’s degree in Counselling and brings over 11 years of therapeutic experience to her work. Jocelyn is a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and a Basic EMDR Trained Therapist.
Successful psychotherapy requires close cooperation between a client seeking change, and an experienced therapist/coach to facilitate that change. I work with individuals, couples, families and expatriates in the areas of trauma, depression, anxiety and chemical dependency. I offer personalized treatment approaches from the fields of clinical counselling, organizational and occupational psychology as well as cognitive behavioral therapy. As a trained EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapist, I also encourage lifestyle adjustments as part of a holistic treatment designed to help clients cope, and continue onto their path of recovery.
Successful psychotherapy requires close cooperation between a client seeking change, and an experienced therapist/coach to facilitate that change. I work with individuals, couples, families and expatriates in the areas of trauma, depression, anxiety and chemical dependency. I offer personalized treatment approaches from the fields of clinical counselling, organizational and occupational psychology as well as cognitive behavioral therapy. As a trained EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapist, I also encourage lifestyle adjustments as part of a holistic treatment designed to help clients cope, and continue onto their path of recovery.
Emotional suffering is painful and lonely. It doesn't have to be. Psychotherapy is talk therapy that promises change through self-awareness. The more understanding we have of ourselves, our feelings, the more choice, fulfillment and peace we have in our lives. Understanding our emotional life contributes greatly to the joy of life. In psychotherapy, we examine our emotional life with the goal of distinguishing functional from dysfunctional patterns of behaviour. Psychotherapy provides a context for close examination of our relational life and can help us uncover relational habits that contribute to our suffering.
Emotional suffering is painful and lonely. It doesn't have to be. Psychotherapy is talk therapy that promises change through self-awareness. The more understanding we have of ourselves, our feelings, the more choice, fulfillment and peace we have in our lives. Understanding our emotional life contributes greatly to the joy of life. In psychotherapy, we examine our emotional life with the goal of distinguishing functional from dysfunctional patterns of behaviour. Psychotherapy provides a context for close examination of our relational life and can help us uncover relational habits that contribute to our suffering.
My approach and style of therapy is non judgemental and involves the provision of a safe, nurturing, warm and professional environment.
I work to help people explore and gain insight into their life challenges, behaviours and problems.I bring my personal and professional knowledge and experiences to all I do in an open and caring manner.
I have been practing for 8 years and worked in a variety of mental health settings. Call me, together we are going to gently approach the most difficult or painful subjects that you are going through and work out strategies and techniques to overcome them.
My approach and style of therapy is non judgemental and involves the provision of a safe, nurturing, warm and professional environment.
I work to help people explore and gain insight into their life challenges, behaviours and problems.I bring my personal and professional knowledge and experiences to all I do in an open and caring manner.
I have been practing for 8 years and worked in a variety of mental health settings. Call me, together we are going to gently approach the most difficult or painful subjects that you are going through and work out strategies and techniques to overcome them.
I am dually trained as a Neuropsychologist and Clinical Psychologist. I am able to provide thorough examinations of your brain health, mental health, and/or personality. I actively provide various forms of psychological treatment related to these issues. I taught at York University, am on Faculty at the University of Toronto and regularly attend workshops/conferences, which helps to keep my knowledge current and practical. Common referral issues relate to work, mood, coping, chronic stress, chronic pain, or an acquired problem. Whether you struggle with your physical and/or mental health, I can assist you with improving both.
I am dually trained as a Neuropsychologist and Clinical Psychologist. I am able to provide thorough examinations of your brain health, mental health, and/or personality. I actively provide various forms of psychological treatment related to these issues. I taught at York University, am on Faculty at the University of Toronto and regularly attend workshops/conferences, which helps to keep my knowledge current and practical. Common referral issues relate to work, mood, coping, chronic stress, chronic pain, or an acquired problem. Whether you struggle with your physical and/or mental health, I can assist you with improving both.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about starting therapy. Many are facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflict, parenting stress, or behavioural concerns, and they want a safe, non-judgmental place to begin. We take a warm, collaborative approach—meeting you where you are, building on your strengths, and creating practical steps forward so you feel supported, heard, and empowered to make meaningful change.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about starting therapy. Many are facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflict, parenting stress, or behavioural concerns, and they want a safe, non-judgmental place to begin. We take a warm, collaborative approach—meeting you where you are, building on your strengths, and creating practical steps forward so you feel supported, heard, and empowered to make meaningful change.
Holding Hearts Psychotherapy and Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, DCP, RCFT, ACTA, CCC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Finding the right therapist is as important as getting the right help. In the process of seeking who you would prefer to work with, we offer a free 15 minute consultation over the phone. If you decide to make an appointment, the first session has no strings attached. We will go through what the concerns are, some goals, and expectations (if any), and you can decide whether you are ready for us to continue with further sessions. Collaboration is essential in this process of finding a path to your healing. Take the next step and give us a call to see if we can work together. Our office hours are M-F 9am-8pm and Saturdays 10am-5pm.
Finding the right therapist is as important as getting the right help. In the process of seeking who you would prefer to work with, we offer a free 15 minute consultation over the phone. If you decide to make an appointment, the first session has no strings attached. We will go through what the concerns are, some goals, and expectations (if any), and you can decide whether you are ready for us to continue with further sessions. Collaboration is essential in this process of finding a path to your healing. Take the next step and give us a call to see if we can work together. Our office hours are M-F 9am-8pm and Saturdays 10am-5pm.
I understand that starting therapy can be daunting and that finding the right fit with a therapist can be a difficult process. My approach to therapy is collaborative, strengths based and person centered, meaning I tailor therapeutic modalities and techniques to your unique needs. I draw from a range of evidence-based modalities such as Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, or Mindfulness-based practices to help you build a connected & secure relationship with yourself and to better understand & navigate your present issues.
I understand that starting therapy can be daunting and that finding the right fit with a therapist can be a difficult process. My approach to therapy is collaborative, strengths based and person centered, meaning I tailor therapeutic modalities and techniques to your unique needs. I draw from a range of evidence-based modalities such as Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, or Mindfulness-based practices to help you build a connected & secure relationship with yourself and to better understand & navigate your present issues.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
Hello! I’m Brenda and I work with clients that struggle with a range of issues including Trauma and PTSD, negative self/body-image, eating disorders and addictions. With the growing pressures of social media, culture and society, it is all too easy to lose our sense of self and get lost in self-hate, anxiety, depression and unhealed trauma. The silver lining – with the right tools, we are more than capable of healing and navigating through this.
Hello! I’m Brenda and I work with clients that struggle with a range of issues including Trauma and PTSD, negative self/body-image, eating disorders and addictions. With the growing pressures of social media, culture and society, it is all too easy to lose our sense of self and get lost in self-hate, anxiety, depression and unhealed trauma. The silver lining – with the right tools, we are more than capable of healing and navigating through this.
Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist. Certified in Brainspotting Therapy which goes beyond talk-therapy. Serving clients in Ontario (in-home visits available). Are you tired of feeling stressed, frustrated, demotivated, afraid and uncertain with how to cope? Life can be unpredictable and connecting with a therapist will bring a better understanding of your identity while coping in the chaotic world we live. My goal is to help with self-awareness, healing, coping, learning to adjust and re-adjust to the changing world around us. Strengthening your nervous system which is responsible for managing emotions is my goal.
Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist. Certified in Brainspotting Therapy which goes beyond talk-therapy. Serving clients in Ontario (in-home visits available). Are you tired of feeling stressed, frustrated, demotivated, afraid and uncertain with how to cope? Life can be unpredictable and connecting with a therapist will bring a better understanding of your identity while coping in the chaotic world we live. My goal is to help with self-awareness, healing, coping, learning to adjust and re-adjust to the changing world around us. Strengthening your nervous system which is responsible for managing emotions is my goal.
Janna K Comrie
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MA, CFRC
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Hello There, If you or a family member is a First Responder, Veteran, Frontline Medical worker or works with our corrections system, I may be the therapist for you! I primarily work with trauma exposed professions. Flashbacks, nightmares, anger outbursts, dissociation, anxiety, panic attacks, and depression are symptoms that you don't have to live with! And those interpersonal relationships (at work, home and socially) can be improved. With 20 years of experience, I have a proven track record of helping people move forward from their sustain operational stress injuries.
Hello There, If you or a family member is a First Responder, Veteran, Frontline Medical worker or works with our corrections system, I may be the therapist for you! I primarily work with trauma exposed professions. Flashbacks, nightmares, anger outbursts, dissociation, anxiety, panic attacks, and depression are symptoms that you don't have to live with! And those interpersonal relationships (at work, home and socially) can be improved. With 20 years of experience, I have a proven track record of helping people move forward from their sustain operational stress injuries.
You may look capable while privately dealing with sleeplessness, difficult memories, burnout, anxiety, or a relationship under strain. I am Andrew Garnet, MSW, RSW, offering counselling in Scarborough and virtually to clients located in Ontario. I work collaboratively with adults and couples and may use EMDR and other evidence-informed methods when they fit your goals, needs, and preferences. A free consultation is available to discuss what brings you to therapy, practical questions, and whether my services appear to fit your needs.
You may look capable while privately dealing with sleeplessness, difficult memories, burnout, anxiety, or a relationship under strain. I am Andrew Garnet, MSW, RSW, offering counselling in Scarborough and virtually to clients located in Ontario. I work collaboratively with adults and couples and may use EMDR and other evidence-informed methods when they fit your goals, needs, and preferences. A free consultation is available to discuss what brings you to therapy, practical questions, and whether my services appear to fit your needs.
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Children and teens sometimes carry anxiety, trauma, or dissociation in ways that are difficult to put into words. Parents may notice mood changes, withdrawal, irritability, school challenges, or emotional overwhelm and feel unsure what is happening beneath the surface. You may have tried traditional talk therapy and felt that something deeper still needs attention. You are looking for specialized trauma therapy for your child or teen that honours the nervous system, supports emotional regulation, and creates a safe, developmentally attuned path toward steadiness and healing.
Children and teens sometimes carry anxiety, trauma, or dissociation in ways that are difficult to put into words. Parents may notice mood changes, withdrawal, irritability, school challenges, or emotional overwhelm and feel unsure what is happening beneath the surface. You may have tried traditional talk therapy and felt that something deeper still needs attention. You are looking for specialized trauma therapy for your child or teen that honours the nervous system, supports emotional regulation, and creates a safe, developmentally attuned path toward steadiness and healing.
If you are looking for a highly trained and experienced psychotherapist to work with for complex and/or longstanding psychological issues, please get in touch with me. In addition to my membership with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO), I am currently an advanced candidate training to become a psychoanalyst at the Toronto Institute for Contemporary Psychoanalysis (TICP). My training and 18 years of experience mean I provide excellent care, particularly to those with a significant trauma history and diagnoses such as PTSD, Dissociative Disorders, and Adjustment Disorders.
If you are looking for a highly trained and experienced psychotherapist to work with for complex and/or longstanding psychological issues, please get in touch with me. In addition to my membership with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO), I am currently an advanced candidate training to become a psychoanalyst at the Toronto Institute for Contemporary Psychoanalysis (TICP). My training and 18 years of experience mean I provide excellent care, particularly to those with a significant trauma history and diagnoses such as PTSD, Dissociative Disorders, and Adjustment Disorders.
Life's tough. We all need help sometimes. Seeking help is often the hardest step, so good for you even being here! If your current strategies aren't working, if you aren't getting results, or if you're not sure how to change, it might be time to seek some support. Joelle is a Registered Psychotherapist who specializes in trauma (both PTSD and Complex PTSD), dissociation, and eating/body concerns. Together, we will examine relevant thoughts, emotions, behaviours or experiences, release anything that feels stuck, and learn strategies to cope or find more balance.
Life's tough. We all need help sometimes. Seeking help is often the hardest step, so good for you even being here! If your current strategies aren't working, if you aren't getting results, or if you're not sure how to change, it might be time to seek some support. Joelle is a Registered Psychotherapist who specializes in trauma (both PTSD and Complex PTSD), dissociation, and eating/body concerns. Together, we will examine relevant thoughts, emotions, behaviours or experiences, release anything that feels stuck, and learn strategies to cope or find more balance.
Anxiety, ADHD, & Trauma - Erin Sikkema
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Accepting new clients! Have you ever felt disconnected from your sense of self? Or began to question your purpose and direction in life? My passion is helping clients heal through a trauma informed lens, addressing the various barriers in life that may prevent them from feeling whole. Through my professional experiences, I have focused on supporting clients with communication and self-advocacy, bridging the gap between their internal feelings, and being able to express them to others.
Accepting new clients! Have you ever felt disconnected from your sense of self? Or began to question your purpose and direction in life? My passion is helping clients heal through a trauma informed lens, addressing the various barriers in life that may prevent them from feeling whole. Through my professional experiences, I have focused on supporting clients with communication and self-advocacy, bridging the gap between their internal feelings, and being able to express them to others.
Therapy is a space for radical inner discovery. My therapy approach focuses on increasing your self-compassion, recognizing your strengths, and sitting with your struggles. I connect with people through experience, and our sessions can often be experiential in nature. This can mean a focus on parts work, somatic work, breath work, internal visualization or narrative therapy. My approach to therapy invites you to sit with me in the unknown or the uncomfortable, to build your sense of self-empowerment and discovery.
Therapy is a space for radical inner discovery. My therapy approach focuses on increasing your self-compassion, recognizing your strengths, and sitting with your struggles. I connect with people through experience, and our sessions can often be experiential in nature. This can mean a focus on parts work, somatic work, breath work, internal visualization or narrative therapy. My approach to therapy invites you to sit with me in the unknown or the uncomfortable, to build your sense of self-empowerment and discovery.
I support adults struggling with PTSD and complex trauma. Whether there was an exact moment things changed, or whether you’re dealing with the long-term effects of ongoing pervasive events, trauma can be confusing, isolating, fragmented, and takes its toll. My aim is to help clients through their transition towards understanding, clarity, self-acceptance, and growth without the fear of judgment. My approach tends to be a blend of psychodynamic, parts work (IFS), relational therapy, EMDR, somatic work, and mindfulness-based approaches.
I support adults struggling with PTSD and complex trauma. Whether there was an exact moment things changed, or whether you’re dealing with the long-term effects of ongoing pervasive events, trauma can be confusing, isolating, fragmented, and takes its toll. My aim is to help clients through their transition towards understanding, clarity, self-acceptance, and growth without the fear of judgment. My approach tends to be a blend of psychodynamic, parts work (IFS), relational therapy, EMDR, somatic work, and mindfulness-based approaches.
Therapy doesn't have to be scary! I know first-hand what it can be like to suffer in silence, longing for change, and struggling to find someone who "gets" you. If you grew up in a home where you didn't get the support that you needed, if you struggled through experiences that you feel like you have never recovered from, or if you feel like a black sheep, I would be happy to co-create a non-judgmental healing space where you feel seen, heard, and valued. We can work on things like learning to understand yourself, re-gaining control of your life, and appreciating the parts of you that have clawed you out of your darkest times.
Therapy doesn't have to be scary! I know first-hand what it can be like to suffer in silence, longing for change, and struggling to find someone who "gets" you. If you grew up in a home where you didn't get the support that you needed, if you struggled through experiences that you feel like you have never recovered from, or if you feel like a black sheep, I would be happy to co-create a non-judgmental healing space where you feel seen, heard, and valued. We can work on things like learning to understand yourself, re-gaining control of your life, and appreciating the parts of you that have clawed you out of your darkest times.
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Dissociative Disorders (DID) Counsellors
How does therapy for dissociative disorders work?
Dissociation may be triggered by stress or other upsetting circumstances, and therapy can address the traumatic events at the core of an individual’s dissociation. Understanding why a person may dissociate can help the therapist and the individual come up with alternative methods of coping. A person with a dissociative disorder may get stuck on negative thinking, for example, and treatment like cognitive behavioral therapy is a gold standard for breaking such thinking. And dialectical behavior therapy, for example, can help a person manage their anguish through better emotion regulation.
Which therapies are best for dissociative disorders?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, schema therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are two widely used therapies that can help individuals with painful memories and past traumas. These therapies work to integrate an individual's different identities into one person.
Are there specific medications for dissociation?
There are no specific medications prescribed for dissociative disorders. However, psychosis, depression, anxiety, and/or panic often co-occur in dissociative disorders. A psychiatrist may prescribe medications for any accompanying symptom—which may include antipsychotics like aripiprazole, antidepressants like selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or anti-anxiety drugs like benzodiazepines.
How often and how long are therapy sessions?
Like any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Patients may see improvement within 15 to 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, perhaps, a six-month period. There are still other patients, especially those who have co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, who may need to continue sessions for up to 12 to 18 months.