Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Fonthill, ON
I primarily specialize in treating trauma and childhood trauma.
If life feels like trying to assemble IKEA furniture without instructions... and you’ve already sworn at a wooden dowel twice, you’re in the right place. A lot of people who find me feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck in patterns that make them wonder, “Why am I like this?” Meanwhile their brain is running 47 tabs, one is frozen, one is buffering, and one is blasting music even though they swear everything’s muted. Whether you’re coming in solo or as a couple, you don’t need to arrive polished or emotionally articulate. If you can show up, we can work with it.
I primarily specialize in treating trauma and childhood trauma.
If life feels like trying to assemble IKEA furniture without instructions... and you’ve already sworn at a wooden dowel twice, you’re in the right place. A lot of people who find me feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck in patterns that make them wonder, “Why am I like this?” Meanwhile their brain is running 47 tabs, one is frozen, one is buffering, and one is blasting music even though they swear everything’s muted. Whether you’re coming in solo or as a couple, you don’t need to arrive polished or emotionally articulate. If you can show up, we can work with it.
In our work together, we’ll explore what’s been holding you back, whether it’s the impact of trauma, relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, identity questions, or life transitions.
When life feels heavy, uncertain, or disconnected from the person you want to be, therapy can help you find clarity, strength, and direction. Together, we’ll explore how to shift from relying on external validation, which can leave you feeling dependent on others’ approval, to building an inner foundation that fosters resilience and a stronger sense of self.
In our work together, we’ll explore what’s been holding you back, whether it’s the impact of trauma, relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, identity questions, or life transitions.
When life feels heavy, uncertain, or disconnected from the person you want to be, therapy can help you find clarity, strength, and direction. Together, we’ll explore how to shift from relying on external validation, which can leave you feeling dependent on others’ approval, to building an inner foundation that fosters resilience and a stronger sense of self.
Suffering from PTSD?
CBT Niagara is located in downtown St. Catharines. The Centre consists of a group of mental health professionals with specialized training in CBT. CBT Niagara serves Grimsby, Beamsville, Saint Catharines, Welland, Fonthill, Niagara Falls, and Fort Erie.
Suffering from PTSD?
CBT Niagara is located in downtown St. Catharines. The Centre consists of a group of mental health professionals with specialized training in CBT. CBT Niagara serves Grimsby, Beamsville, Saint Catharines, Welland, Fonthill, Niagara Falls, and Fort Erie.
My ideal client feels stuck—overwhelmed by trauma, intense emotions, addiction, OCD, or complex PTSD.
I help adults—especially first responders and those with complex trauma—move from surviving to thriving. Using evidence-based therapies like CPT and DBT, I offer collaborative, person-centred care that builds insight, emotional regulation, and resilience. My warm, direct style ensures you understand your diagnosis and treatment every step of the way.
My ideal client feels stuck—overwhelmed by trauma, intense emotions, addiction, OCD, or complex PTSD.
I help adults—especially first responders and those with complex trauma—move from surviving to thriving. Using evidence-based therapies like CPT and DBT, I offer collaborative, person-centred care that builds insight, emotional regulation, and resilience. My warm, direct style ensures you understand your diagnosis and treatment every step of the way.
With 15 years of clinical experience, Greer integrates EMDR (Certified) and IFS Level 1 & 2 training to support clients with trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges.
You’ve likely already tried to figure things out—but something still isn’t shifting. I help clients move beyond understanding into real, lasting change using EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS). Together, we work with the parts of you that hold anxiety, past experiences, and patterns that don’t shift, so you can feel more grounded, clear, and in control. I offer both weekly therapy and, when appropriate, intensive sessions for those looking to move through things more quickly. Clients also receive reflective session summaries to support integration between sessions.
With 15 years of clinical experience, Greer integrates EMDR (Certified) and IFS Level 1 & 2 training to support clients with trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges.
You’ve likely already tried to figure things out—but something still isn’t shifting. I help clients move beyond understanding into real, lasting change using EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS). Together, we work with the parts of you that hold anxiety, past experiences, and patterns that don’t shift, so you can feel more grounded, clear, and in control. I offer both weekly therapy and, when appropriate, intensive sessions for those looking to move through things more quickly. Clients also receive reflective session summaries to support integration between sessions.
Are you feeling triggered by recent or past trauma?
We will work together to find comfort in the therapy journey, identify how your body, brain, and emotional health are doing, and how each is impacted by your environment (for example your home life, work life, and social life). We will build a plan for therapy together that best fits your unique, individual needs.
Are you feeling triggered by recent or past trauma?
We will work together to find comfort in the therapy journey, identify how your body, brain, and emotional health are doing, and how each is impacted by your environment (for example your home life, work life, and social life). We will build a plan for therapy together that best fits your unique, individual needs.
I'm also a spiritual psychotherapist who works with religious trauma or spiritual abuse in non religious spaces.
SENSITIVE - OVERTHINKER – OVERDOER – OVERGIVER: Do you find yourself suffering with emotional burdens, burnout, worry or moods SO HEAVY you have trouble clearing your mind? Is it hard to express what you need or just to SAY NO? Does HELPING leave you unable to do what you enjoy because your cup has NOTHING LEFT IN IT FOR YOU? Whether it's emptiness, feeling trapped, not knowing Your True Self or blowing up at the drop of a hat – this suffering finds you zoning out on your phone; with food; deep in relationship drama; binge watching; overworking; over scheduling – whatever numbs the harsh feelings you avoid at all cost.
I'm also a spiritual psychotherapist who works with religious trauma or spiritual abuse in non religious spaces.
SENSITIVE - OVERTHINKER – OVERDOER – OVERGIVER: Do you find yourself suffering with emotional burdens, burnout, worry or moods SO HEAVY you have trouble clearing your mind? Is it hard to express what you need or just to SAY NO? Does HELPING leave you unable to do what you enjoy because your cup has NOTHING LEFT IN IT FOR YOU? Whether it's emptiness, feeling trapped, not knowing Your True Self or blowing up at the drop of a hat – this suffering finds you zoning out on your phone; with food; deep in relationship drama; binge watching; overworking; over scheduling – whatever numbs the harsh feelings you avoid at all cost.
If you’re navigating trauma, infertility, pregnancy loss, or the transition to parenthood, these experiences can impact your body, mind, and relationships.
Tapped In Psychotherapy supports individuals and couples with trauma-focused care, including infertility, pregnancy loss, and the transition to parenthood. Treatment is tailored to your needs, integrating a variety of evidence based therapies, drawing on Gottman, Relational Life Therapy & EFT for couples and ITATM for trauma processing.
If you’re navigating trauma, infertility, pregnancy loss, or the transition to parenthood, these experiences can impact your body, mind, and relationships.
Tapped In Psychotherapy supports individuals and couples with trauma-focused care, including infertility, pregnancy loss, and the transition to parenthood. Treatment is tailored to your needs, integrating a variety of evidence based therapies, drawing on Gottman, Relational Life Therapy & EFT for couples and ITATM for trauma processing.
I specialize in anxiety, trauma, grief and bereavement.
Life can be overwhelming, leaving you feeling helpless and alone. It is not easy to find your way forward. Recreating yourself in a way that embraces who you are and where you've been, to empower you to move towards a life you may envision, is not simple but it can be done. My goal is to help you find this path. Whether faced with a lifetime of challenges, or impacted by a single traumatic event, I bring empathy, warmth, compassion and understanding to the relationship. From that place of safety, I will support you to find the road to acceptance, healing, and peace of mind.
I specialize in anxiety, trauma, grief and bereavement.
Life can be overwhelming, leaving you feeling helpless and alone. It is not easy to find your way forward. Recreating yourself in a way that embraces who you are and where you've been, to empower you to move towards a life you may envision, is not simple but it can be done. My goal is to help you find this path. Whether faced with a lifetime of challenges, or impacted by a single traumatic event, I bring empathy, warmth, compassion and understanding to the relationship. From that place of safety, I will support you to find the road to acceptance, healing, and peace of mind.
She is a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario, passionate about supporting individuals through challenges such as anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, disordered eating, trauma, relationship issues, and adverse childhood experiences.
Tara integrates a variety of approaches, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Client-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Attachment-Based Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy. With a particular focus on trauma,
She is a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario, passionate about supporting individuals through challenges such as anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, disordered eating, trauma, relationship issues, and adverse childhood experiences.
Tara integrates a variety of approaches, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Client-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Attachment-Based Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy. With a particular focus on trauma,
When people experience life stressors or trauma, it is not uncommon to stumble, become immobilized, or even unravel.
I provide a welcoming and safe atmosphere; not only for veterans of counselling, but also for those who might not typically reach out to a counsellor. You are unique, and I will provide support individualized to who you are, and where you want to go. I currently offer appointments via tele-health ( telephone or secure video-call) and in-person.
When people experience life stressors or trauma, it is not uncommon to stumble, become immobilized, or even unravel.
I provide a welcoming and safe atmosphere; not only for veterans of counselling, but also for those who might not typically reach out to a counsellor. You are unique, and I will provide support individualized to who you are, and where you want to go. I currently offer appointments via tele-health ( telephone or secure video-call) and in-person.
I serve clients with multicultural family/work issues, mental health conditions (depression, anxiety, addictions, PTSD, OCD, social phobias), medical professionals’ trauma responses and self care (first responders, hospital staff, social workers), also explorations of one’s sexuality (bdsm, kink).
My clients often describe the experience of “feeling stuck or trapped” when their inner resources become either depleted or no longer effectively assist them with moving forward in life. If this sounds familiar, I invite you to a shared relational learning experience that is uniquely tailored to your inner journey of self-exploration and provides you with important tools to re-discover yourself. Resilience and hope are results of serious, repeated efforts to overcome life’s challenges. I am here to work through them with you, every step of the way…within a client-centred, non-judgemental, anti-oppressive, and sex positive framework.
I serve clients with multicultural family/work issues, mental health conditions (depression, anxiety, addictions, PTSD, OCD, social phobias), medical professionals’ trauma responses and self care (first responders, hospital staff, social workers), also explorations of one’s sexuality (bdsm, kink).
My clients often describe the experience of “feeling stuck or trapped” when their inner resources become either depleted or no longer effectively assist them with moving forward in life. If this sounds familiar, I invite you to a shared relational learning experience that is uniquely tailored to your inner journey of self-exploration and provides you with important tools to re-discover yourself. Resilience and hope are results of serious, repeated efforts to overcome life’s challenges. I am here to work through them with you, every step of the way…within a client-centred, non-judgemental, anti-oppressive, and sex positive framework.
My approach is person-centred, trauma-informed, and relational.
I work with individuals and couples navigating life’s more challenging and overwhelming seasons—whether external stress, major life transitions, or feeling stuck or at a crossroads. As a mother myself, I understand how transformative and at times overwhelming the transition into parenthood can be, which has deepened my passion for supporting clients in the perinatal period with empathy and care. I also support couples who feel disconnected or stuck in patterns, helping them strengthen communication, rebuild connection, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
My approach is person-centred, trauma-informed, and relational.
I work with individuals and couples navigating life’s more challenging and overwhelming seasons—whether external stress, major life transitions, or feeling stuck or at a crossroads. As a mother myself, I understand how transformative and at times overwhelming the transition into parenthood can be, which has deepened my passion for supporting clients in the perinatal period with empathy and care. I also support couples who feel disconnected or stuck in patterns, helping them strengthen communication, rebuild connection, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Mareas was established as a specialized service provider to meet the needs of individuals, children and families experiencing challenges in the areas of emotional regulation, anxiety, attachment, interfering behaviours. Mareas recognizes that from time to time, everyone including all families need support. Programs and treatment plans are designed with a holistic approach with the client as the focus. Mareas is committed to providing nurturing and dedicated support to individuals, children, youth and families during difficult periods of time to help them get back on course.
Mareas was established as a specialized service provider to meet the needs of individuals, children and families experiencing challenges in the areas of emotional regulation, anxiety, attachment, interfering behaviours. Mareas recognizes that from time to time, everyone including all families need support. Programs and treatment plans are designed with a holistic approach with the client as the focus. Mareas is committed to providing nurturing and dedicated support to individuals, children, youth and families during difficult periods of time to help them get back on course.
For more than 20 years, I have focused on helping children, teens, and adults navigate trauma, personal challenges, relationship struggles, mental health, and behavioural concerns.
My practice is centered around your goals for change and well-being. We will utilize assessment and evidence-based therapeutic approaches in our work together. Our collaborative treatment plan will ensure we are aligned and effective in addressing your goals and challenges. I often utilize DBT, CBT, Emotion-Focused, IFS, and narrative approaches in sessions.
For more than 20 years, I have focused on helping children, teens, and adults navigate trauma, personal challenges, relationship struggles, mental health, and behavioural concerns.
My practice is centered around your goals for change and well-being. We will utilize assessment and evidence-based therapeutic approaches in our work together. Our collaborative treatment plan will ensure we are aligned and effective in addressing your goals and challenges. I often utilize DBT, CBT, Emotion-Focused, IFS, and narrative approaches in sessions.
I use trauma informed practice, and holistic wellness support.
Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Are you facing a challenge or life transition? Do you want to make changes, but are not sure where to begin? It is common for people to feel stuck. Life, at times, can seem perplexing, painful, and overwhelming. Sometimes we need a space and place to talk things out, gather resources, look at challenges in new ways, and plan for a way forward. I work collaboratively with you, building upon your inner strength and resiliency. I honour your story and journey while helping you to achieve your goals, face life challenges, connect with supportive resources, and move forward in healing.
I use trauma informed practice, and holistic wellness support.
Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Are you facing a challenge or life transition? Do you want to make changes, but are not sure where to begin? It is common for people to feel stuck. Life, at times, can seem perplexing, painful, and overwhelming. Sometimes we need a space and place to talk things out, gather resources, look at challenges in new ways, and plan for a way forward. I work collaboratively with you, building upon your inner strength and resiliency. I honour your story and journey while helping you to achieve your goals, face life challenges, connect with supportive resources, and move forward in healing.
31+ years professional experience with appointments Monday to Friday 10 am - 9 pm located in Welland, as well as teaching at Niagara College for 21 years in Child & Youth Worker diploma program, Counselling Skills for Human Services Certificate program, Community Mental Health Certificate programs and Part-Time Studies. Listed Best Rated Marriage Counsellors in Welland & previously won Readers Choice Awards for Best Marriage, Family and Individual Counsellor, Best Mental Health Consultant and Best Overall Professional Services.
31+ years professional experience with appointments Monday to Friday 10 am - 9 pm located in Welland, as well as teaching at Niagara College for 21 years in Child & Youth Worker diploma program, Counselling Skills for Human Services Certificate program, Community Mental Health Certificate programs and Part-Time Studies. Listed Best Rated Marriage Counsellors in Welland & previously won Readers Choice Awards for Best Marriage, Family and Individual Counsellor, Best Mental Health Consultant and Best Overall Professional Services.
I treat anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, stress, feeling stuck, panic, health issues & more.
You may be unsure if sharing your story with a therapist will create the positive change you need. However, if you met & even surpassed your expectations, you would likely feel well-served by the interaction. I am here to help you do just that in a safe environment. I specialize in helping individuals obtain a DISTINCT sense of RELIEF from what distresses them. My strongest experience is with STRESS related issues manifesting in ANXIETY, Depression, OCD & Eating Disorders. I also work well with those dealing with FEAR, Anger, PANIC, Addictions, Grief, Physical Health (cancer etc.) & more. Check out my YOUTUBE channel MIND BOSS!
I treat anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, stress, feeling stuck, panic, health issues & more.
You may be unsure if sharing your story with a therapist will create the positive change you need. However, if you met & even surpassed your expectations, you would likely feel well-served by the interaction. I am here to help you do just that in a safe environment. I specialize in helping individuals obtain a DISTINCT sense of RELIEF from what distresses them. My strongest experience is with STRESS related issues manifesting in ANXIETY, Depression, OCD & Eating Disorders. I also work well with those dealing with FEAR, Anger, PANIC, Addictions, Grief, Physical Health (cancer etc.) & more. Check out my YOUTUBE channel MIND BOSS!
Are you ready for a transformative journey that embraces change and vulnerability? Whether you're an adult navigating life transitions, dealing with day-to-day stressors, or a teen exploring identity, managing anxiety, and addressing self-esteem with ever-changing emotional needs, readiness for personal growth is the key. In our journey together, we'll work side by side to create goals that are specific, measurable, and real—just like you. These goals serve as a personalized roadmap, carefully crafted to fit your unique needs and guide you toward personal growth
Are you ready for a transformative journey that embraces change and vulnerability? Whether you're an adult navigating life transitions, dealing with day-to-day stressors, or a teen exploring identity, managing anxiety, and addressing self-esteem with ever-changing emotional needs, readiness for personal growth is the key. In our journey together, we'll work side by side to create goals that are specific, measurable, and real—just like you. These goals serve as a personalized roadmap, carefully crafted to fit your unique needs and guide you toward personal growth
People see you as the one who has it all together, but deep down you have feelings of shame and thoughts like "I'm not good enough". You're tired, over-worked, overwhelmed and anxious much of the time. The way you are relating to yourself is likely connected to your first attachment relationships. These not so conscious strategies became a way to for you to feel safe. This armour of protection was adaptive at one time, but is no longer serving you, it is taking a toll on your emotional health. I'd like to help you slowly remove the armour and discover your authentic self is more than enough.
People see you as the one who has it all together, but deep down you have feelings of shame and thoughts like "I'm not good enough". You're tired, over-worked, overwhelmed and anxious much of the time. The way you are relating to yourself is likely connected to your first attachment relationships. These not so conscious strategies became a way to for you to feel safe. This armour of protection was adaptive at one time, but is no longer serving you, it is taking a toll on your emotional health. I'd like to help you slowly remove the armour and discover your authentic self is more than enough.
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Trauma and PTSD Counsellors
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.