Sexual Abuse Therapists in Concord, ON
Feeling like life threw you a curveball, and you missed the memo?
Maybe anxiety is holding you back, or you're finding it tough to face difficult emotions. Does grief feel heavy, or is shame getting in the way of true connection? It might even feel like the world around you doesn’t quite make sense, or you’re constantly adjusting to fit a mold that wasn’t made for you. Whatever you find yourself working through, I’m glad you’ve found your way here.
Feeling like life threw you a curveball, and you missed the memo?
Maybe anxiety is holding you back, or you're finding it tough to face difficult emotions. Does grief feel heavy, or is shame getting in the way of true connection? It might even feel like the world around you doesn’t quite make sense, or you’re constantly adjusting to fit a mold that wasn’t made for you. Whatever you find yourself working through, I’m glad you’ve found your way here.
Something feels off in your relationship, or maybe within yourself, and you are not quite sure how to name it. Perhaps intimacy has become strained, communication keeps breaking down, or you are carrying something privately that feels too heavy to hold alone. Whether you are navigating sexual health concerns, relationship challenges, anxiety, low mood, or the lasting impact of past trauma, you deserve a space where nothing is off limits and nothing is met with judgment. Many people wait a very long time before finally reaching out, and that is okay. You do not have to have the words yet, or even know exactly where to begin.
Something feels off in your relationship, or maybe within yourself, and you are not quite sure how to name it. Perhaps intimacy has become strained, communication keeps breaking down, or you are carrying something privately that feels too heavy to hold alone. Whether you are navigating sexual health concerns, relationship challenges, anxiety, low mood, or the lasting impact of past trauma, you deserve a space where nothing is off limits and nothing is met with judgment. Many people wait a very long time before finally reaching out, and that is okay. You do not have to have the words yet, or even know exactly where to begin.
I strongly believe in the importance of trust, that helps me build productive relationships with all my clients. I am committed to providing the necessary resources and support that you require to reach your therapeutic goals. I am experienced working with individuals of varied socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds and I bring that knowledge to my counselling practice. In my practice, I am a Registered Psychotherapist and provide services online in English, Gujarati and Hindi.
I strongly believe in the importance of trust, that helps me build productive relationships with all my clients. I am committed to providing the necessary resources and support that you require to reach your therapeutic goals. I am experienced working with individuals of varied socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds and I bring that knowledge to my counselling practice. In my practice, I am a Registered Psychotherapist and provide services online in English, Gujarati and Hindi.
We are a Canadian virtual mental healthcare clinic offering integrated care across Canada with psychotherapy, psychiatry, family medicine, psychological assessments, and neurological assessment services. No referral is required for psychodynamic psychotherapy. OHIP-covered services, including psychiatric assessments, medication support, and therapy, are available by a family doctor or nurse practitioner referral.
We are a Canadian virtual mental healthcare clinic offering integrated care across Canada with psychotherapy, psychiatry, family medicine, psychological assessments, and neurological assessment services. No referral is required for psychodynamic psychotherapy. OHIP-covered services, including psychiatric assessments, medication support, and therapy, are available by a family doctor or nurse practitioner referral.
Let’s get to the root of your triggers. We cannot thrive when our nervous system remains trapped in patterns of fear, self-protective walls and the echoes of the past! Chronic tension, anxiety & trauma disrupt our sense of safety, trust, and control in the world. It can leave us feeling isolated, disconnected, and caught in a painful cycle where old wounds continue to shape new relationships. Root-cause therapy focuses on resolving the unprocessed experiences that fuel these patterns. By healing at the source, you can neutralize fears, soften long-held insecurities, release old wounds, and live with greater freedom and connection.
Let’s get to the root of your triggers. We cannot thrive when our nervous system remains trapped in patterns of fear, self-protective walls and the echoes of the past! Chronic tension, anxiety & trauma disrupt our sense of safety, trust, and control in the world. It can leave us feeling isolated, disconnected, and caught in a painful cycle where old wounds continue to shape new relationships. Root-cause therapy focuses on resolving the unprocessed experiences that fuel these patterns. By healing at the source, you can neutralize fears, soften long-held insecurities, release old wounds, and live with greater freedom and connection.
I offer in-person therapy in Vaughan (Woodbridge) for teens and adults struggling with anxiety, panic, depression, and the impact of relational or attachment trauma. Many of my clients look “high-functioning” on the outside but feel overwhelmed, stuck in overthinking, emotionally reactive, or constantly on edge.
If you’re tired of managing anxiety alone, shutting down in relationships, or feeling flooded by big emotions, therapy can be a space to slow down and feel steady again.
I offer in-person therapy in Vaughan (Woodbridge) for teens and adults struggling with anxiety, panic, depression, and the impact of relational or attachment trauma. Many of my clients look “high-functioning” on the outside but feel overwhelmed, stuck in overthinking, emotionally reactive, or constantly on edge.
If you’re tired of managing anxiety alone, shutting down in relationships, or feeling flooded by big emotions, therapy can be a space to slow down and feel steady again.
Have you ever felt like “just getting by” has become your default setting? Like you’re living in survival mode...functioning on the outside, but carrying an invisible weight that no one else can see? Maybe you’ve spent years being the strong one, all while feeling alone, exhausted, or disconnected. Chronic stress, trauma, and toxic relationships don’t just leave emotional wounds, they rewire how we feel safety, build closeness, and self-protect from pain. They can leave us feeling stuck: frozen, shut down, or constantly on edge. And while your past may shape your story, it doesn’t have to write your future.
Have you ever felt like “just getting by” has become your default setting? Like you’re living in survival mode...functioning on the outside, but carrying an invisible weight that no one else can see? Maybe you’ve spent years being the strong one, all while feeling alone, exhausted, or disconnected. Chronic stress, trauma, and toxic relationships don’t just leave emotional wounds, they rewire how we feel safety, build closeness, and self-protect from pain. They can leave us feeling stuck: frozen, shut down, or constantly on edge. And while your past may shape your story, it doesn’t have to write your future.
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Jessie Erb, Centred Self Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, DPsych
7 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in BPD and (inter)personal trauma and abuse – including sexual abuse (in both childhood and adults), and emotional, domestic, or physical abuse.
If you're reading this, you've already made one of the bravest steps towards help and life-long change. I started Centred Self Psychotherapy to ensure clients get to the root of the problem - rather than a band-aid approach, and work to create lasting change. We have incredible psychotherapists who will be there to help you delve into even the scariest of topics with someone that you trust. We also offer Reduced Cost Therapy with our student clinic, company workshops, and EMDR with Gina Lihou.
I specialize in BPD and (inter)personal trauma and abuse – including sexual abuse (in both childhood and adults), and emotional, domestic, or physical abuse.
If you're reading this, you've already made one of the bravest steps towards help and life-long change. I started Centred Self Psychotherapy to ensure clients get to the root of the problem - rather than a band-aid approach, and work to create lasting change. We have incredible psychotherapists who will be there to help you delve into even the scariest of topics with someone that you trust. We also offer Reduced Cost Therapy with our student clinic, company workshops, and EMDR with Gina Lihou.
I have over a decade of experience in the field of Social Work. I am a dedicated and compassionate Registered Social Service Worker committed to helping individuals navigate life. My approach is client-centered, strengths based and deeply rooted in empathy and understanding. I provide a safe, supportive space for healing, personal growth and goal achievement.
I have over a decade of experience in the field of Social Work. I am a dedicated and compassionate Registered Social Service Worker committed to helping individuals navigate life. My approach is client-centered, strengths based and deeply rooted in empathy and understanding. I provide a safe, supportive space for healing, personal growth and goal achievement.
Clinical Member in good standing with the Association for the Treatment and Prevention of Sexual Abuse (ATSA)
Over the past 27 years I have specialized in working with individuals (adults and youth, male and female) who have done something of a sexual nature that has gotten them into trouble, or have engaged in violent behaviour towards their intimate partner. I also support families with safety planning. I am a qualified expert in Criminal, Family, and Superior court to conduct risk assessments for individuals who have committed a sexual based offence, as well provide the courts with recommendations for treatment options for those individuals. I am also specialized in working with clients suffering with anger management issues.
Clinical Member in good standing with the Association for the Treatment and Prevention of Sexual Abuse (ATSA)
Over the past 27 years I have specialized in working with individuals (adults and youth, male and female) who have done something of a sexual nature that has gotten them into trouble, or have engaged in violent behaviour towards their intimate partner. I also support families with safety planning. I am a qualified expert in Criminal, Family, and Superior court to conduct risk assessments for individuals who have committed a sexual based offence, as well provide the courts with recommendations for treatment options for those individuals. I am also specialized in working with clients suffering with anger management issues.
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? Longing for a sense of purpose or hoping to untangle from past trauma? Craving deeper connection and understanding in your relationships? Therapy can help.
I’m Fariba, and I’m here to make this process easier for you. In our sessions, I offer a flexible, easy-going approach, no judgment, just genuine warmth and compassion. Together, we’ll explore your concerns and unpack your past so you can begin to understand how your experiences have shaped you.
Therapy with me is a collaborative journey to discover your strengths, reconnect with your inner wisdom, and support your personal and spiritual growth.
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? Longing for a sense of purpose or hoping to untangle from past trauma? Craving deeper connection and understanding in your relationships? Therapy can help.
I’m Fariba, and I’m here to make this process easier for you. In our sessions, I offer a flexible, easy-going approach, no judgment, just genuine warmth and compassion. Together, we’ll explore your concerns and unpack your past so you can begin to understand how your experiences have shaped you.
Therapy with me is a collaborative journey to discover your strengths, reconnect with your inner wisdom, and support your personal and spiritual growth.
Supporting millennial & Gen Z women in feeling like themselves again after traumatic events, abuse, assault, intense careers, & toxic relationships.
My sessions offer a space to connect, exchange ideas, shed tears, share laughter, and reflect on successes. I value authenticity and human connection (so feel free to wear your coziest clothes and messiest bun, no judgment here)! Let's combine comfort with effective trauma treatment to get you where you want to be.
Supporting millennial & Gen Z women in feeling like themselves again after traumatic events, abuse, assault, intense careers, & toxic relationships.
My sessions offer a space to connect, exchange ideas, shed tears, share laughter, and reflect on successes. I value authenticity and human connection (so feel free to wear your coziest clothes and messiest bun, no judgment here)! Let's combine comfort with effective trauma treatment to get you where you want to be.
In addition, I have clinical experience in the areas of gender-based violence including sexual assault, childhood sexual abuse, intimate partner violence and masculinity expectations as well as depression, anxiety, PTSD and the effects of trauma, life transitions, post-partum & career issues.
I collaboratively engage with individuals and relationships on a variety of sexual concerns that center around my guiding principles that encompass self-autonomy and a ‘no one size fits all’ approach. The sexual concerns that I support include discrepancy in desire level and/or sexual interests between partners, orgasm difficulties, sexual pain, sexual dysfunction (erectile disorder and premature ejaculation), performance anxiety, exploring relational orientation, exploring BDSM and kink, unique sexual interests, shame and guilt around sexuality and sexual trauma.
In addition, I have clinical experience in the areas of gender-based violence including sexual assault, childhood sexual abuse, intimate partner violence and masculinity expectations as well as depression, anxiety, PTSD and the effects of trauma, life transitions, post-partum & career issues.
I collaboratively engage with individuals and relationships on a variety of sexual concerns that center around my guiding principles that encompass self-autonomy and a ‘no one size fits all’ approach. The sexual concerns that I support include discrepancy in desire level and/or sexual interests between partners, orgasm difficulties, sexual pain, sexual dysfunction (erectile disorder and premature ejaculation), performance anxiety, exploring relational orientation, exploring BDSM and kink, unique sexual interests, shame and guilt around sexuality and sexual trauma.
You’ve been through experiences that still affect how safe, connected, or confident you feel, especially in your body and relationships. Maybe you notice tension that never seems to go away, your heart racing for no reason, or a sense of numbness or disconnection. Trauma often shows up in the body long after the event has passed, influencing how we think, feel, and relate to others. You might be longing to feel calm again, to trust your body, enjoy closeness, and move through life without the past constantly resurfacing.
You’ve been through experiences that still affect how safe, connected, or confident you feel, especially in your body and relationships. Maybe you notice tension that never seems to go away, your heart racing for no reason, or a sense of numbness or disconnection. Trauma often shows up in the body long after the event has passed, influencing how we think, feel, and relate to others. You might be longing to feel calm again, to trust your body, enjoy closeness, and move through life without the past constantly resurfacing.
You survived things that were never supposed to be yours to carry. Perhaps the past keeps showing up in your relationships, your body, or the way you see yourself, and you're ready to understand why while beginning to heal.
Reach out for a 15-minute consultation. The first step is usually the hardest.
In our first session, we'll talk about what brings you here and what you're hoping for. There is no pressure to share more than what feels right. My role is to create a space where you can move at your own pace - whether that's talking, using creative tools, or simply sitting with what's present for you.
You survived things that were never supposed to be yours to carry. Perhaps the past keeps showing up in your relationships, your body, or the way you see yourself, and you're ready to understand why while beginning to heal.
Reach out for a 15-minute consultation. The first step is usually the hardest.
In our first session, we'll talk about what brings you here and what you're hoping for. There is no pressure to share more than what feels right. My role is to create a space where you can move at your own pace - whether that's talking, using creative tools, or simply sitting with what's present for you.
I help with trauma, grief, domestic and sexual abuse, anxiety, depression, identity struggles, and relationship issues.
Many adults come to therapy feeling exhausted, disconnected, stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand, or questioning how past experiences shaped who they are today. I support individuals exploring childhood experiences, relational trauma, burnout, people-pleasing, anxiety, depression, grief, and other overwhelming life experiences that may be keeping them in survival mode.
I also work with couples navigating communication difficulties, conflict, emotional disconnection, intimacy, and attachment, helping partners build safer, more secure, and intentional relationships.
I help with trauma, grief, domestic and sexual abuse, anxiety, depression, identity struggles, and relationship issues.
Many adults come to therapy feeling exhausted, disconnected, stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand, or questioning how past experiences shaped who they are today. I support individuals exploring childhood experiences, relational trauma, burnout, people-pleasing, anxiety, depression, grief, and other overwhelming life experiences that may be keeping them in survival mode.
I also work with couples navigating communication difficulties, conflict, emotional disconnection, intimacy, and attachment, helping partners build safer, more secure, and intentional relationships.
I understand what it's like to search for a therapist- we hope to find someone who feels like a good fit and with whom we feel a sense of comfort and connection. Are you searching for a therapist for a specific reason, or, like many of us, are you unsure about why you are searching at all? My approach is client-led, which means that you decide what to talk about in our sessions. I will listen with empathy and acceptance. Together, we will illuminate and make sense of issues in your emotional life. We will create space for new understandings about yourself. This self-discovery will be handled with compassionate regard for you.
I understand what it's like to search for a therapist- we hope to find someone who feels like a good fit and with whom we feel a sense of comfort and connection. Are you searching for a therapist for a specific reason, or, like many of us, are you unsure about why you are searching at all? My approach is client-led, which means that you decide what to talk about in our sessions. I will listen with empathy and acceptance. Together, we will illuminate and make sense of issues in your emotional life. We will create space for new understandings about yourself. This self-discovery will be handled with compassionate regard for you.
Come as you are—even if it feels messy. If you’ve been holding it all together while feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, anxious, or stuck in patterns that no longer feel right, you are not alone. Relationship struggles, self-criticism, people-pleasing, and burnout often point to deeper wounds—not personal failure. In our work, we’ll slow things down, explore what’s beneath the surface, and begin making sense of the experiences that shaped you. Together, we’ll create space for greater clarity, self-trust, & more fulfilling ways of relating to yourself and others.
Come as you are—even if it feels messy. If you’ve been holding it all together while feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, anxious, or stuck in patterns that no longer feel right, you are not alone. Relationship struggles, self-criticism, people-pleasing, and burnout often point to deeper wounds—not personal failure. In our work, we’ll slow things down, explore what’s beneath the surface, and begin making sense of the experiences that shaped you. Together, we’ll create space for greater clarity, self-trust, & more fulfilling ways of relating to yourself and others.
Lianne Melissa Kendall Perfect
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, SSW, MACP
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z
Welcome! My name is Lianne and I’m a trauma-informed qualifying registered psychotherapist. If you find yourself feeling alone and isolated with your thoughts and feelings and wanting to navigate the challenges and changes in life, I’m here to help. The step to engaging in therapy can a difficult and frightening one; I’m here to go on the journey with you to self-discovery, healing and hope. My approach is a safe, compassionate and inclusive space for people of all genders, sexual orientations, and expressions.
Welcome! My name is Lianne and I’m a trauma-informed qualifying registered psychotherapist. If you find yourself feeling alone and isolated with your thoughts and feelings and wanting to navigate the challenges and changes in life, I’m here to help. The step to engaging in therapy can a difficult and frightening one; I’m here to go on the journey with you to self-discovery, healing and hope. My approach is a safe, compassionate and inclusive space for people of all genders, sexual orientations, and expressions.
You may feel overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, relationship pain, or the weight of trying to hold everything together on your own. Perhaps you’ve spent years people-pleasing, overthinking, surviving difficult relationships, or disconnecting from yourself just to get through the day. Many of the clients I work with feel exhausted, emotionally stuck, uncertain of who they are beneath life’s pressures, or trapped in painful patterns they can’t seem to break. Whether you’re struggling with depression, perfectionism, addiction, narcissistic abuse, PTSD, dissociation, grief, or childhood trauma, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
You may feel overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, relationship pain, or the weight of trying to hold everything together on your own. Perhaps you’ve spent years people-pleasing, overthinking, surviving difficult relationships, or disconnecting from yourself just to get through the day. Many of the clients I work with feel exhausted, emotionally stuck, uncertain of who they are beneath life’s pressures, or trapped in painful patterns they can’t seem to break. Whether you’re struggling with depression, perfectionism, addiction, narcissistic abuse, PTSD, dissociation, grief, or childhood trauma, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
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Sexual Abuse Counsellors
How do therapists treat sexual abuse?
A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.
Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?
Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.
How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?
Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.
Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?
As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.