Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Barrie, ON
For many women, this way of coping is rooted in a history of trauma or chronic stress.
I offer therapy for children, youth, and adults individually or couples focused on trauma recovery and relationship healing. Using EMDR and Emotionally Focused Therapy, I help clients process what life has thrown at them, improve communication, and build stronger, more connected relationships with partners, family and yourself.
For many women, this way of coping is rooted in a history of trauma or chronic stress.
I offer therapy for children, youth, and adults individually or couples focused on trauma recovery and relationship healing. Using EMDR and Emotionally Focused Therapy, I help clients process what life has thrown at them, improve communication, and build stronger, more connected relationships with partners, family and yourself.
After betrayal, childhood trauma, or painful relationships, it can feel like the same patterns keep returning.
If you've experienced trauma, toxic relationships, infidelity, narcissistic abuse, emotional neglect, burnout, or ongoing conflict, you're not alone. With 10+ years' experience in trauma recovery and couples repair, I work with you on calming your nervous system, understanding triggers, choosing your response, rebuilding trust, and improving communication.
After betrayal, childhood trauma, or painful relationships, it can feel like the same patterns keep returning.
If you've experienced trauma, toxic relationships, infidelity, narcissistic abuse, emotional neglect, burnout, or ongoing conflict, you're not alone. With 10+ years' experience in trauma recovery and couples repair, I work with you on calming your nervous system, understanding triggers, choosing your response, rebuilding trust, and improving communication.
Marcelina Malinski
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
3 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4M
Waitlist for new clients
I assist individuals desiring to heal from experiences of trauma, depression, anxiety, and anger, to embody what is meaningful and fulfilling.
I have experience supporting clients working through trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, relationship conflict, communication problems, low self-esteem, anger, and emotional dysregulation. I am committed to working together with you and your strengths, to empower and support you in actualizing your goals for mental well-being.
I assist individuals desiring to heal from experiences of trauma, depression, anxiety, and anger, to embody what is meaningful and fulfilling.
I have experience supporting clients working through trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, relationship conflict, communication problems, low self-esteem, anger, and emotional dysregulation. I am committed to working together with you and your strengths, to empower and support you in actualizing your goals for mental well-being.
I work with overwhelmed women carrying trauma and anxiety—whether from childhood, difficult relationships, or years of being everyone's caretaker.
My approach is direct, with plenty of room for humor. I help you quiet that inner critic that's saying "you're not enough" and address your anxiety, people-pleasing, and guilt at the root. I use EMDR to process trauma and past experiences fueling your anxiety, and CBT techniques to challenge the thought patterns keeping you stuck.
I work with overwhelmed women carrying trauma and anxiety—whether from childhood, difficult relationships, or years of being everyone's caretaker.
My approach is direct, with plenty of room for humor. I help you quiet that inner critic that's saying "you're not enough" and address your anxiety, people-pleasing, and guilt at the root. I use EMDR to process trauma and past experiences fueling your anxiety, and CBT techniques to challenge the thought patterns keeping you stuck.
I work with adults navigating complex trauma (CPTSD), perinatal grief and loss, PTSD, anxiety and depression.
Life can feel overwhelming when you're carrying invisible wounds-whether from childhood, relationships, loss, or ongoing stress. You may look like you are managing on the outside, but inside, there's heaviness, anxiety, numbness, or grief you don't know how to put into words.
I work with adults navigating complex trauma (CPTSD), perinatal grief and loss, PTSD, anxiety and depression.
Life can feel overwhelming when you're carrying invisible wounds-whether from childhood, relationships, loss, or ongoing stress. You may look like you are managing on the outside, but inside, there's heaviness, anxiety, numbness, or grief you don't know how to put into words.
I am comfortable with a wide variety of presenting issues, including (but not limited to) depression, anxiety, addiction, self-esteem, relational issues, meaning, identity conflicts, and trauma.
I have a specific interest in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, as well as Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP). He has done training in both of these modalities.
I am comfortable with a wide variety of presenting issues, including (but not limited to) depression, anxiety, addiction, self-esteem, relational issues, meaning, identity conflicts, and trauma.
I have a specific interest in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, as well as Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP). He has done training in both of these modalities.
Personality in sessions: Goofy, compassionate, challenging, autonomy-focused, honest and transparent, casual
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Specializes with folks who have experienced: Domestic violence/IPV, BPD, anger, childhood trauma, therapy harm or psych abuse
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Identities and lived experiences: White, cis female, pansexual but straight-passing, invisibly disabled, radical leftist
Let’s get this clear from the start: you aren’t ill, disordered, or flawed. You’re a human living in a world that creates constant stress and demands perfection. SO, while we will work on improving your quality of life, we’re going to focus on UNlearning just as much as learning. I like to explore, challenge, and empower you to lean into the difficult stuff using a gentle yet firm approach. My goal is to help you be able to accept those uncomfortable thoughts and feelings without being overwhelmed by them, and to connect you with a sense of confidence, clarity, and courage to live the way you want to.
Personality in sessions: Goofy, compassionate, challenging, autonomy-focused, honest and transparent, casual
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Specializes with folks who have experienced: Domestic violence/IPV, BPD, anger, childhood trauma, therapy harm or psych abuse
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Identities and lived experiences: White, cis female, pansexual but straight-passing, invisibly disabled, radical leftist
Let’s get this clear from the start: you aren’t ill, disordered, or flawed. You’re a human living in a world that creates constant stress and demands perfection. SO, while we will work on improving your quality of life, we’re going to focus on UNlearning just as much as learning. I like to explore, challenge, and empower you to lean into the difficult stuff using a gentle yet firm approach. My goal is to help you be able to accept those uncomfortable thoughts and feelings without being overwhelmed by them, and to connect you with a sense of confidence, clarity, and courage to live the way you want to.
I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and interpersonal relational challenges across a diverse age range from preteens to seniors.
I have a passion for creating relationships which promote mental wellness and emotional healing. In an empathetic, non-judgmental counselling relationship, there is freedom to explore struggles, and strengths. I work with you to achieve your wellness goals, by building on strengths and developing new coping strategies. My 26 years of nursing experience helps me to see my clients holistically, and integrate physical, emotional and spiritual wellness.
I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and interpersonal relational challenges across a diverse age range from preteens to seniors.
I have a passion for creating relationships which promote mental wellness and emotional healing. In an empathetic, non-judgmental counselling relationship, there is freedom to explore struggles, and strengths. I work with you to achieve your wellness goals, by building on strengths and developing new coping strategies. My 26 years of nursing experience helps me to see my clients holistically, and integrate physical, emotional and spiritual wellness.
L|ife is tough and it often does not turn out to be what you expect or plan. When you find yourself struggling with sadness, stress, or worries, or you feel overwhelmed by problems that you never thought would happen to you, I can provide a safe place to explore what to do next. I will work with you to find ways to manage or resolve the things that are making life uncomfortable or painful. I cannot promise you that psychological treatment will be easy, but I can promise that you will not be alone. Even though events in your life may seem similar to others, your story, as told by you, will determine how treatment unfolds.
L|ife is tough and it often does not turn out to be what you expect or plan. When you find yourself struggling with sadness, stress, or worries, or you feel overwhelmed by problems that you never thought would happen to you, I can provide a safe place to explore what to do next. I will work with you to find ways to manage or resolve the things that are making life uncomfortable or painful. I cannot promise you that psychological treatment will be easy, but I can promise that you will not be alone. Even though events in your life may seem similar to others, your story, as told by you, will determine how treatment unfolds.
We seem to face new obstacles each and every day. Is it a challenge managing the changes in your life? Do you wish you felt more confident about yourself and your relationships? I imagine that there is a part of you that wants things to get better and for life to feel fuller. I’d like to be there to support you through these experiences and help you to build a more fulfilling life.
We seem to face new obstacles each and every day. Is it a challenge managing the changes in your life? Do you wish you felt more confident about yourself and your relationships? I imagine that there is a part of you that wants things to get better and for life to feel fuller. I’d like to be there to support you through these experiences and help you to build a more fulfilling life.
I am experienced in working with people from diverse social, cultural, ethnic and economic backgrounds in addressing concerns such as addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, men's concerns, and life coaching.
I provide a judgement free space and therapeutic counselling. I have worked extensively with youths, adults, couples and families in various capacities. With over 11 years of social work and counselling experience, I am knowledgeable and equipped to provide you with safe, confidential and effective counselling. I will work collaboratively with you as you gain the knowledge and skills you need to address your concerns and achieve your goals.
I am experienced in working with people from diverse social, cultural, ethnic and economic backgrounds in addressing concerns such as addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, men's concerns, and life coaching.
I provide a judgement free space and therapeutic counselling. I have worked extensively with youths, adults, couples and families in various capacities. With over 11 years of social work and counselling experience, I am knowledgeable and equipped to provide you with safe, confidential and effective counselling. I will work collaboratively with you as you gain the knowledge and skills you need to address your concerns and achieve your goals.
As an EMDR trained therapist and Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist (CCTSI), I approach therapy through a trauma-informed lens and can work with you through trauma, anxiety, depression, shame/guilt, anger, grief and loss, and stress.
During the therapeutic process, I strive for safety and connection and adopt a non-judgemental, strength-based, and compassionate approach. I believe that a kind and supportive relationship in therapy can foster healing and provide the clarity needed for personal growth and wholeness.
As an EMDR trained therapist and Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist (CCTSI), I approach therapy through a trauma-informed lens and can work with you through trauma, anxiety, depression, shame/guilt, anger, grief and loss, and stress.
During the therapeutic process, I strive for safety and connection and adopt a non-judgemental, strength-based, and compassionate approach. I believe that a kind and supportive relationship in therapy can foster healing and provide the clarity needed for personal growth and wholeness.
Ramsey Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CRPO, CCPA, OAHMP
Barrie, ON L4N
I am a registered psychotherapist specializing treatment of anxiety, grief, PTSD, trauma disorders, depression, fears, and relationship or family troubles that develop with these complexities.
When anxiety, stress, trauma, grief, anger, PTSD, and relationship difficulties becoming overwhelming there is professional help. Using effective therapies can make the changes you need to feel control over your problems. Using safe and effective evidence based methods allows progress and change to allow a happier, fuller functioning life.
I am a registered psychotherapist specializing treatment of anxiety, grief, PTSD, trauma disorders, depression, fears, and relationship or family troubles that develop with these complexities.
When anxiety, stress, trauma, grief, anger, PTSD, and relationship difficulties becoming overwhelming there is professional help. Using effective therapies can make the changes you need to feel control over your problems. Using safe and effective evidence based methods allows progress and change to allow a happier, fuller functioning life.
We specialize in trauma therapy and supporting individuals to manage mental health challenges.
At Michelle Harris & Associates you receive the support you need from caring, empathetic and knowledgeable therapists. You will learn effective coping and management strategies to assist in your daily activities along with solutions that will carry through to all aspects of your life. Each approach will be tailored to you, your child or your family's needs.
We specialize in trauma therapy and supporting individuals to manage mental health challenges.
At Michelle Harris & Associates you receive the support you need from caring, empathetic and knowledgeable therapists. You will learn effective coping and management strategies to assist in your daily activities along with solutions that will carry through to all aspects of your life. Each approach will be tailored to you, your child or your family's needs.
Using a warm, trauma-informed approach, I integrate CBT, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness to help you understand your emotions, feel less alone in your pain, and build coping strategies that feel authentic and manageable.
You might be carrying a heaviness that feels hard to explain, whether it's deep sadness, anxiety that won’t let up, or grief that others expect you to “get over.” Maybe you've had thoughts you're scared to share, or you're simply trying to make it through each day. You don’t have to face this alone. I offer a safe, compassionate space where we can explore what’s weighing on you and begin to untangle the pain, so you can feel more supported, understood, and able to breathe again.
Using a warm, trauma-informed approach, I integrate CBT, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness to help you understand your emotions, feel less alone in your pain, and build coping strategies that feel authentic and manageable.
You might be carrying a heaviness that feels hard to explain, whether it's deep sadness, anxiety that won’t let up, or grief that others expect you to “get over.” Maybe you've had thoughts you're scared to share, or you're simply trying to make it through each day. You don’t have to face this alone. I offer a safe, compassionate space where we can explore what’s weighing on you and begin to untangle the pain, so you can feel more supported, understood, and able to breathe again.
I have a specific skill set to process childhood sexual trauma.
You were born to make a difference in the lives of others. You show up at work ready change the lives of your clients. You know the value of therapy and you're proud of what you've achieved. By the end of the day you're exhausted. You've heard things that would make anyone's hair stand on end. You feel emotionally drained and you're wondering if you're up to the task of helping your clients reach their goals. Secretly you're wondering if your clients will ever get better. It makes you feel concerned that you don't have what it takes. You do, you need the right place to get the support you need to continue supporting others.
I have a specific skill set to process childhood sexual trauma.
You were born to make a difference in the lives of others. You show up at work ready change the lives of your clients. You know the value of therapy and you're proud of what you've achieved. By the end of the day you're exhausted. You've heard things that would make anyone's hair stand on end. You feel emotionally drained and you're wondering if you're up to the task of helping your clients reach their goals. Secretly you're wondering if your clients will ever get better. It makes you feel concerned that you don't have what it takes. You do, you need the right place to get the support you need to continue supporting others.
Have you experienced a recent loss, whether it be through a death of a loved one or a job change? Have you witnessed or directly suffered a traumatic event? Perhaps you are feeling overly anxious or sad, and can't concentrate or sleep? Or maybe your child or teenager has become withdrawn, is having difficulty maintaining his or her grades, and is more irritable or angry than typical? If these are among your concerns, it may be time to seek assistance.
Have you experienced a recent loss, whether it be through a death of a loved one or a job change? Have you witnessed or directly suffered a traumatic event? Perhaps you are feeling overly anxious or sad, and can't concentrate or sleep? Or maybe your child or teenager has become withdrawn, is having difficulty maintaining his or her grades, and is more irritable or angry than typical? If these are among your concerns, it may be time to seek assistance.
If you have suffered from the debilitating impacts and effects of trauma and have experienced deep loss, I will take time to talk with you and walk beside you through your grief.
Here’s what I do to facilitate self growth. I integrate key therapeutic principles drawing on a wide range of psychodynamic, CBT/DBT, Relational and other evidence based modalities, in which I invite you to sit down and/or ZOOM with me in a relaxed, safe, informal way, and talk. It can be hard to believe that "just talking" can be helpful. But if you’re depressed, anxious and dealing with the impacts and effects of traumatic stress, you can be profoundly healed by an in-depth conversation in which you come to create greater self-understanding, discover insights and meanings, recognize patterns, and explore options and skills.
If you have suffered from the debilitating impacts and effects of trauma and have experienced deep loss, I will take time to talk with you and walk beside you through your grief.
Here’s what I do to facilitate self growth. I integrate key therapeutic principles drawing on a wide range of psychodynamic, CBT/DBT, Relational and other evidence based modalities, in which I invite you to sit down and/or ZOOM with me in a relaxed, safe, informal way, and talk. It can be hard to believe that "just talking" can be helpful. But if you’re depressed, anxious and dealing with the impacts and effects of traumatic stress, you can be profoundly healed by an in-depth conversation in which you come to create greater self-understanding, discover insights and meanings, recognize patterns, and explore options and skills.
We offer effective treatment for depression, stress, grief, anger, ADHD, PTSD, complex trauma, and anxiety based issues.
All of us have an innate pull toward a healthier, happier way of being. Even beliefs, feelings, or behaviours that seem unhealthy can make sense—and can change—when explored with a compassionate, well‑trained professional. For 25 years, I’ve assisted adults, couples, youth, children, and families in finding effective ways to meet life’s challenges. We can heal at the broken places, discover our strengths, and meet our flaws with grace to create resilience. My passion is helping people grow through adversity, move beyond just surviving, and discover that life can feel joyful.
We offer effective treatment for depression, stress, grief, anger, ADHD, PTSD, complex trauma, and anxiety based issues.
All of us have an innate pull toward a healthier, happier way of being. Even beliefs, feelings, or behaviours that seem unhealthy can make sense—and can change—when explored with a compassionate, well‑trained professional. For 25 years, I’ve assisted adults, couples, youth, children, and families in finding effective ways to meet life’s challenges. We can heal at the broken places, discover our strengths, and meet our flaws with grace to create resilience. My passion is helping people grow through adversity, move beyond just surviving, and discover that life can feel joyful.
Let's combine comfort with effective trauma treatment to get you where you want to be.
Hi there! I'll keep things short & sweet (because who has time for all these bios)? Supporting millennial & Gen Z women in feeling like themselves again after traumatic events, abuse, assault, intense careers, & toxic relationships. Likely you've made it through the worst of it, but still feel on edge. Past events keep coming up, impeding your current relationships, messing with your sleep, triggering you in certain situations, making it so you fall into the same patterns, or affecting your ability to feel present. Sound familiar?
Let's combine comfort with effective trauma treatment to get you where you want to be.
Hi there! I'll keep things short & sweet (because who has time for all these bios)? Supporting millennial & Gen Z women in feeling like themselves again after traumatic events, abuse, assault, intense careers, & toxic relationships. Likely you've made it through the worst of it, but still feel on edge. Past events keep coming up, impeding your current relationships, messing with your sleep, triggering you in certain situations, making it so you fall into the same patterns, or affecting your ability to feel present. Sound familiar?
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When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.