Somatic Therapists in Hamilton, ON
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with more than 30 years' experience. You are the expert on your life. Together, we can find a way forward so you will feel lighter, more empowered and able to manage whatever it is that brought you here. Together, we can shift the heaviness, the anxiety, the sense of feeling overwhelmed or alone, into your ability to cope with purpose and passion.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with more than 30 years' experience. You are the expert on your life. Together, we can find a way forward so you will feel lighter, more empowered and able to manage whatever it is that brought you here. Together, we can shift the heaviness, the anxiety, the sense of feeling overwhelmed or alone, into your ability to cope with purpose and passion.
You’re functioning, but exhausted. Some days you tell yourself you’re fine; other days everything feels heavy. Your patience is thin, your mood is low, and the mental load feels relentless. If you’re pregnant, postpartum, or living with the impact of a difficult or traumatic birth, you may feel disconnected from yourself or guilty for not feeling how you expected. You want relief, clarity, and support that fits your real life — not one more thing to manage.
You’re functioning, but exhausted. Some days you tell yourself you’re fine; other days everything feels heavy. Your patience is thin, your mood is low, and the mental load feels relentless. If you’re pregnant, postpartum, or living with the impact of a difficult or traumatic birth, you may feel disconnected from yourself or guilty for not feeling how you expected. You want relief, clarity, and support that fits your real life — not one more thing to manage.
At times, life can feel overwhelming—like you are carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders, unsure where to turn next. I understand firsthand how tough it can be, and I want you to know you’re not alone. If you’re looking for a compassionate, down-to-earth therapist, you’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re beginning your therapy journey, exploring a new path, or building on the progress you've made, I’m a student therapist here to help.
At times, life can feel overwhelming—like you are carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders, unsure where to turn next. I understand firsthand how tough it can be, and I want you to know you’re not alone. If you’re looking for a compassionate, down-to-earth therapist, you’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re beginning your therapy journey, exploring a new path, or building on the progress you've made, I’m a student therapist here to help.
Are you feeling lost, stuck, or unsure how to cope with everything life has to throw at you? Are you struggling in your relationships with others or even with yourself? Sometimes understanding how to support ourselves and know what we need can be difficult. I hope to meet you in this uncertainty and create a space to explore yourself. Understand your strengths, resiliency, and knowledge to build a life that honours your values and needs. Within a compassionate, non-judgmental space, I hope to support you in self-discovery, enhancing skills, finding balance, and establishing healthy relationships with yourself and others.
Are you feeling lost, stuck, or unsure how to cope with everything life has to throw at you? Are you struggling in your relationships with others or even with yourself? Sometimes understanding how to support ourselves and know what we need can be difficult. I hope to meet you in this uncertainty and create a space to explore yourself. Understand your strengths, resiliency, and knowledge to build a life that honours your values and needs. Within a compassionate, non-judgmental space, I hope to support you in self-discovery, enhancing skills, finding balance, and establishing healthy relationships with yourself and others.
I use interventions such as CBT, DBT, CPT, ACT, inner child work, narrative therapy, relational therapy, and somatic approaches.
You don't need to do the work alone. We live in a world that continues to stigmatize mental health, victim blames survivors of sexual violence, and perpetuates the belief that these issues are not embedded in greater systems and institutions.
I create a safer space with non-judgment and curious inquiry. I'm here to meet you where you feel comfortable.
Healing and exploring is not a one size fits all, and I'm here to work with you to discover what fits best.
I use interventions such as CBT, DBT, CPT, ACT, inner child work, narrative therapy, relational therapy, and somatic approaches.
You don't need to do the work alone. We live in a world that continues to stigmatize mental health, victim blames survivors of sexual violence, and perpetuates the belief that these issues are not embedded in greater systems and institutions.
I create a safer space with non-judgment and curious inquiry. I'm here to meet you where you feel comfortable.
Healing and exploring is not a one size fits all, and I'm here to work with you to discover what fits best.
I use CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and somatic practices to support you holistically through both top-down (thoughts and emotions) and bottom-up (body awareness) approaches, helping you build resilience and lasting change.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or unsure of your next steps? Do you notice stress or past experiences affecting your daily life? I offer a safe, judgement-free space for exploration of these emotions and experiences, while supporting you in developing practical tools to navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and ease. I strive to create a safe space where clients feel seen and heard as their authentic selves. I work with clients from diverse backgrounds, with particular focus on supporting the 2SLGBTQlA+ community and those experiencing mood disorders, personality disorders, neurodivergence, and/or trauma.
I use CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and somatic practices to support you holistically through both top-down (thoughts and emotions) and bottom-up (body awareness) approaches, helping you build resilience and lasting change.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or unsure of your next steps? Do you notice stress or past experiences affecting your daily life? I offer a safe, judgement-free space for exploration of these emotions and experiences, while supporting you in developing practical tools to navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and ease. I strive to create a safe space where clients feel seen and heard as their authentic selves. I work with clients from diverse backgrounds, with particular focus on supporting the 2SLGBTQlA+ community and those experiencing mood disorders, personality disorders, neurodivergence, and/or trauma.
You may feel overly alert, overwhelmed, exhausted, disconnected or dysregulated. Or perhaps you feel defeated, doubt yourself (harshly) or experience intense shame, guilt or fear. Maybe you have even been told how self-aware you are but not how this contributes to your difficulties. Self-awareness is deeply important, but it can also be deeply debilitating. I can relate to this! My lived experiences as a queer, late-diagnosed ADHD and autistic (AuDHD) inform my perspective. I know firsthand that differences don't mean there is anything “wrong” with you, but rather that you are navigating a world that wasn't designed for everyone.
You may feel overly alert, overwhelmed, exhausted, disconnected or dysregulated. Or perhaps you feel defeated, doubt yourself (harshly) or experience intense shame, guilt or fear. Maybe you have even been told how self-aware you are but not how this contributes to your difficulties. Self-awareness is deeply important, but it can also be deeply debilitating. I can relate to this! My lived experiences as a queer, late-diagnosed ADHD and autistic (AuDHD) inform my perspective. I know firsthand that differences don't mean there is anything “wrong” with you, but rather that you are navigating a world that wasn't designed for everyone.
In order to support my clients, I draw upon a variety of evidence-based therapies including ACT, MBCT, CBT, Somatic Intervention and Compassion Focused approaches.
I appreciate and respect the courage it takes to reach out for support. We are all uniquely impacted by stress at certain points in our lifetimes, and your decision to connect with support is a positive step in caring for yourself. With over 20 years of social work practice, I am passionate and experienced in building strong, supportive relationships with my clients as we work together to navigate a variety of life challenges. Your session will be facilitated in a welcoming and nonjudgmental space from the perspective that everyone is capable of personal growth.
In order to support my clients, I draw upon a variety of evidence-based therapies including ACT, MBCT, CBT, Somatic Intervention and Compassion Focused approaches.
I appreciate and respect the courage it takes to reach out for support. We are all uniquely impacted by stress at certain points in our lifetimes, and your decision to connect with support is a positive step in caring for yourself. With over 20 years of social work practice, I am passionate and experienced in building strong, supportive relationships with my clients as we work together to navigate a variety of life challenges. Your session will be facilitated in a welcoming and nonjudgmental space from the perspective that everyone is capable of personal growth.
My clinical practice is focused on supporting people with trauma, mood and anxiety disorders and interpersonal issues. I also have a specialized training and experience supporting parents and caregivers who are supporting children with a wide range of challenges.
My clinical practice is focused on supporting people with trauma, mood and anxiety disorders and interpersonal issues. I also have a specialized training and experience supporting parents and caregivers who are supporting children with a wide range of challenges.
How do you move forward when you long to break cycles in your personal or relational life, but can't seem to make it happen? In the face of overwhelming emotions, how do you find your way back to a baseline of ease and alignment with your values? If these questions stir something in you, I’m glad you’re here. I help adults who are feeling emotionally "stuck" to break cycles and heal trauma by befriending your emotions, regulating your nervous system, and tapping into your body's innate wisdom and resources, so that you can shift out of survival mode into a state of enriching connection to yourself and others.
How do you move forward when you long to break cycles in your personal or relational life, but can't seem to make it happen? In the face of overwhelming emotions, how do you find your way back to a baseline of ease and alignment with your values? If these questions stir something in you, I’m glad you’re here. I help adults who are feeling emotionally "stuck" to break cycles and heal trauma by befriending your emotions, regulating your nervous system, and tapping into your body's innate wisdom and resources, so that you can shift out of survival mode into a state of enriching connection to yourself and others.
With a deep understanding of the Mind/Body Connection, along with CBT, I offer the option of Movement / Somatic Therapy.
As a Certified Nurse Psychotherapist I provide Cognitive Behavioural therapy to adults and children, to help identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours. Are you stuck in a cycle of anxiety and fear? Do you feel distressed with excessive worry, suicidal thoughts, or insomnia? Life can feel overwhelming, but you deserve compassionate support for your unique, one-of-a-kind journey. I offer client centered, safe, trauma-informed therapy, where you can feel heard and understood. In person or online sessions. The world is a better place with you in it.
With a deep understanding of the Mind/Body Connection, along with CBT, I offer the option of Movement / Somatic Therapy.
As a Certified Nurse Psychotherapist I provide Cognitive Behavioural therapy to adults and children, to help identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours. Are you stuck in a cycle of anxiety and fear? Do you feel distressed with excessive worry, suicidal thoughts, or insomnia? Life can feel overwhelming, but you deserve compassionate support for your unique, one-of-a-kind journey. I offer client centered, safe, trauma-informed therapy, where you can feel heard and understood. In person or online sessions. The world is a better place with you in it.
Are you a creative, artist, or highly sensitive person feeling overwhelmed by ADHD, complex trauma, mood swings, or the emotional intensity of borderline personality disorder? You’re not alone, and you’re not too much. I work with deeply feeling, imaginative individuals who often feel misunderstood or weighed down by their inner world. In our work together, you’ll find a warm, nonjudgmental space where your unique experiences are honoured. We’ll gently explore the emotional, mental, and creative blocks that may be holding you back, so you can reconnect with your inner voice and begin to build a life that feels authentic and aligned.
Are you a creative, artist, or highly sensitive person feeling overwhelmed by ADHD, complex trauma, mood swings, or the emotional intensity of borderline personality disorder? You’re not alone, and you’re not too much. I work with deeply feeling, imaginative individuals who often feel misunderstood or weighed down by their inner world. In our work together, you’ll find a warm, nonjudgmental space where your unique experiences are honoured. We’ll gently explore the emotional, mental, and creative blocks that may be holding you back, so you can reconnect with your inner voice and begin to build a life that feels authentic and aligned.
When other therapies haven’t worked for you, I use somatic therapy - to get to the root of what’s keeping you stuck - beyond just talking about it.
Work isn’t just work. It’s where so much of our stress, self-worth, and time lives. Are you feeling anxious about your job, burnt out, stuck after getting fired, or dreading Monday because of your boss or coworkers? With this on top of your personal life, family, relationships - you’re tired of the stress and pressure. You want a fulfilling career that gives you purpose, meaning, and dare-I-say - happiness? Maybe you’ve tried talk therapy before but traditional approaches aren’t working for you. You want something different, something that produces real, lasting change. If this is you, then you’re in the right place!
When other therapies haven’t worked for you, I use somatic therapy - to get to the root of what’s keeping you stuck - beyond just talking about it.
Work isn’t just work. It’s where so much of our stress, self-worth, and time lives. Are you feeling anxious about your job, burnt out, stuck after getting fired, or dreading Monday because of your boss or coworkers? With this on top of your personal life, family, relationships - you’re tired of the stress and pressure. You want a fulfilling career that gives you purpose, meaning, and dare-I-say - happiness? Maybe you’ve tried talk therapy before but traditional approaches aren’t working for you. You want something different, something that produces real, lasting change. If this is you, then you’re in the right place!
Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety or depression? Feeling worried and overthinking seemingly ordinary situations, or feeling unmotivated and having a hard time getting involved in daily activities? We are here to help! If you’re noticing low self-esteem, poor confidence, trouble focusing, mood swings, or have concern for your or your young person’s mental health, we'd love to connect with you.
Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety or depression? Feeling worried and overthinking seemingly ordinary situations, or feeling unmotivated and having a hard time getting involved in daily activities? We are here to help! If you’re noticing low self-esteem, poor confidence, trouble focusing, mood swings, or have concern for your or your young person’s mental health, we'd love to connect with you.
To support clients in this way, I incorporate somatic or body-based practices and education about the nervous system alongside more traditional talk therapy practices.
We live in a continually growing, fast-paced world where it can be hard to accomplish all that we need in a day, let alone finding time to prioritize our mental well-being or relationships. I work with individuals and families who are seeking to understand themselves better and to deepen feelings of safety and connection within their relationships, but may feel stuck or uncertain about where to start. I believe that each person holds the answers within themselves and through our work together, you will uncover and build on your unique inner resources in order to make meaningful changes in your life.
To support clients in this way, I incorporate somatic or body-based practices and education about the nervous system alongside more traditional talk therapy practices.
We live in a continually growing, fast-paced world where it can be hard to accomplish all that we need in a day, let alone finding time to prioritize our mental well-being or relationships. I work with individuals and families who are seeking to understand themselves better and to deepen feelings of safety and connection within their relationships, but may feel stuck or uncertain about where to start. I believe that each person holds the answers within themselves and through our work together, you will uncover and build on your unique inner resources in order to make meaningful changes in your life.
I work with women who have learned to override their inner voice in order to be everything for everyone else. The women who keep pushing, holding it all together, and making themselves smaller to fit expectations, while feeling overwhelmed, disconnected or not quite themselves. Our work will be grounded in an understanding of how stress, social conditioning and lived experiences impact our nervous system, the body, and the subconscious. Together, we gently begin to untangle those patterns, creating space for you to reconnect with your intuition, your needs and your sense of self.
I work with women who have learned to override their inner voice in order to be everything for everyone else. The women who keep pushing, holding it all together, and making themselves smaller to fit expectations, while feeling overwhelmed, disconnected or not quite themselves. Our work will be grounded in an understanding of how stress, social conditioning and lived experiences impact our nervous system, the body, and the subconscious. Together, we gently begin to untangle those patterns, creating space for you to reconnect with your intuition, your needs and your sense of self.
Amelia @ Fernweh | Trauma, Caregivers, Anxiety
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), CTP
5 Endorsed
Online Only
My therapeutic approach is trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and strength-based, integrating somatic, narrative, and experiential modalities.
If you’re feeling nervous about starting therapy, that’s completely normal, and you’re not alone. Taking this first step takes courage, and it’s okay to have doubts. I want you to know that therapy isn’t about being "fixed" or judged. Instead, think of it as a safe space where you can be exactly who you are with all your struggles and strengths. You don’t need to have all the answers. My goal is to be a compassionate and curious guide as you explore what's on your mind. We'll move at your own pace, and there will never be any pressure to "get it right."
My therapeutic approach is trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and strength-based, integrating somatic, narrative, and experiential modalities.
If you’re feeling nervous about starting therapy, that’s completely normal, and you’re not alone. Taking this first step takes courage, and it’s okay to have doubts. I want you to know that therapy isn’t about being "fixed" or judged. Instead, think of it as a safe space where you can be exactly who you are with all your struggles and strengths. You don’t need to have all the answers. My goal is to be a compassionate and curious guide as you explore what's on your mind. We'll move at your own pace, and there will never be any pressure to "get it right."
Accepting New Clients – Do you find yourself overthinking your choices, feeling stuck in familiar patterns, or wishing you felt more confident in yourself? You might be trying to understand why you react or feel the way you do, or searching for a deeper sense of meaning or direction. I work with people who want to better understand themselves, make sense of their past experiences, and create meaningful change or action moving forward. I also support athletes navigating performance pressure, mental blocks, and identity within or outside of sport and movement. Let's connect for a free consult to get started.
Accepting New Clients – Do you find yourself overthinking your choices, feeling stuck in familiar patterns, or wishing you felt more confident in yourself? You might be trying to understand why you react or feel the way you do, or searching for a deeper sense of meaning or direction. I work with people who want to better understand themselves, make sense of their past experiences, and create meaningful change or action moving forward. I also support athletes navigating performance pressure, mental blocks, and identity within or outside of sport and movement. Let's connect for a free consult to get started.
Coming to therapy is an act of strength and courage. My role is to provide a safe, compassionate place for you to explore and heal. Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or weighed down by experiences they can’t always put into words. Together, we slow down and make space for your thoughts, feelings, and patterns, so that what feels confusing or heavy can begin to make sense. My approach is psychodynamic and relational, which means I believe the therapeutic relationship itself is a powerful part of healing.
Coming to therapy is an act of strength and courage. My role is to provide a safe, compassionate place for you to explore and heal. Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or weighed down by experiences they can’t always put into words. Together, we slow down and make space for your thoughts, feelings, and patterns, so that what feels confusing or heavy can begin to make sense. My approach is psychodynamic and relational, which means I believe the therapeutic relationship itself is a powerful part of healing.
I help people overcome anxiety, stress, people-pleasing, and perfectionism? Is this you: maybe you’re navigating a life transition or feeling lost in your sense of self? Maybe you feel a constant heaviness, knots in your stomach, or like your mind is always racing? Maybe you’re feeling burnt out, exhausted, or losing hope that things will ever change? But if you're hoping for a life that feels different—or, dare I say, better—you're not alone. Together, we’ll build coping tools to help you stop overthinking, find more calm, and reconnect with your authentic self. If you're thinking, "yes, that's me," let's start with a free consult!
I help people overcome anxiety, stress, people-pleasing, and perfectionism? Is this you: maybe you’re navigating a life transition or feeling lost in your sense of self? Maybe you feel a constant heaviness, knots in your stomach, or like your mind is always racing? Maybe you’re feeling burnt out, exhausted, or losing hope that things will ever change? But if you're hoping for a life that feels different—or, dare I say, better—you're not alone. Together, we’ll build coping tools to help you stop overthinking, find more calm, and reconnect with your authentic self. If you're thinking, "yes, that's me," let's start with a free consult!
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How does somatic therapy work?
Somatic therapy is a form of treatment that focuses on how the body and mind are interconnected. In this approach, physical symptoms are addressed because they may in fact signal emotional distress. Somatic therapists combine mindfulness, talk therapy, breathwork, yoga, dance, and physical manipulations of the body to help patients become more attuned to what their body is telling them.
Is EMDR a somatic therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a form of somatic therapy, as it incorporates mental and physical principles. EMDR involves remembering a traumatic experience while allowing one’s eyes to track a side-to-side visual stimulus from a therapist. This lateral eye movement is believed to diminish the painful power of the memory so that it can be discussed with a therapist.
Is somatic therapy evidence-based?
Somatic therapy has been researched and studied, and some forms of somatic therapy are found to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions. Because somatic therapy encompasses many techniques, some, such as EMDR and meditation, have been studied more than others.
What is somatic trauma therapy?
Somatic trauma therapy is based on the idea that when people experience trauma, they can become stuck in the “freeze” part of a “fight, flight, or freeze” response. In this state, trauma can manifest itself both mentally and physically—through tension in the muscles, anxiety, and stress. Popular forms of somatic trauma therapy include EMDR, sensorimotor therapy, and somatic experiencing.