Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Hamilton, ON
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Dr. Lisa Bourque & Associates
Psychologist, PsyD, CPsych
Verified
Verified
Dr. Lisa Bourque has worked in a private practice and a hospital setting for over 10 years. Dr. Lisa Bourque offers cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to individuals, couples, and families. .CBT helps clients understand how their thoughts and behaviors influence their feelings. Dr. Lisa Bourque has a special interest in treating anxiety disorders (panic attacks, agoraphobia, social phobia, specific phobia, generalized anxiety disorder,
trauma
, and posttraumatic stress disorder), mood disorders, anger management, stress management, addiction, self-esteem, and relationship issues. Sliding scale and self-referrals accepted, along with third party insurance referrals such as WSIB, Manulife, Sunlife, and Great West Life.

Victoria West
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Drawing on CBT, DBT, Narrative therapy, EMDR, and mindfulness and self-compassion based approaches we can work together to challenge negative thought patterns, manage emotions, understand your journey, and work through
trauma
.
Have you been feeling overwhelmed or stressed? Are you struggling with low mood or anxious thoughts? If you are feeling stuck and that things are beyond your control, therapy can help by assisting you to navigate through difficult experiences, understand what contributes to challenges with overthinking, make changes in your behaviours and thoughts patterns, build resilience, and move towards a life of mental health and wellbeing.”

Amelia Rana
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Using an attachment framework, I specialize in supporting families, caregivers and children as they navigate the impacts of adoption, foster care,
trauma
or other childhood challenges.
In challenging seasons, we all need support in cultivating healing and hope. I have been practicing compassionate psychotherapy with individuals and families for over 10 years. Clients looking for support in mental health challenges, relationship or parenting struggles, as well as pursuing personal growth are welcome.

Dawn Associates
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
EMDR Therapy is a highly effective treatment for stress, critical incidents, distressing memories &
PTSD
.
If you are trying to deal with life's challenges including the complexities of work, family and life in general, we are here to support you. The stress of dealing with a COVID world has taken its toll on many people who are worried about their health, their jobs, their relationships & their finances. The stress of overwork & juggling roles has strained relationships. It can result in negative feelings, irritability & conflict. For some, the loneliness from isolation is mind-numbing. This is why there is strength in reaching out & working out issues & problems, or focusing on goals for the future.

Sonya Sethi-Rankin
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Many individuals I work with are seeking clarity, healing, or trying to manage difficult situations in their life, both past and present. Sometimes, we know there is something we need to work on, however aren't sure how to identify what and how. In a safe and understanding space, I will assist you in working through experiences that may feel unmanageable or unresolved. I provide the tools to cope: make sense of what is occurring in your life and help you discover answers, that are already within you. I specialize in relationships, addiction, grief, mental health,
trauma
and first/second generation Canadians.

Donnica Campbell
Registered Social Worker , CCIP, RSSW, BA
Verified
Verified
I specialize in abuse,
trauma
,
PTSD
, anxiety, depression, human trafficking, anger management, self-esteem and Identity.
Healing is a journey that moves a person towards health and wellness. My role is to create a healing environment in which you feel safe and supported while you tap into your inner- strength and work towards health and well-being. I accomplish this my creating a space in which you feel comfortable to bring your authentic self without fear or judgment. Through an inclusive framework infused with
trauma
-informed, holistic practices, you will learn to discover your strengths and create a positive narrative. Over the past 15 years I have supported people overcome challenges and find hope, resiliency, and purpose.

Strength Requires Time Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, BA-P
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
We specialize in
trauma
work and relationships (with yourself and with others).
Welcome! Do you feel stuck, lost, out of place, and told to just deal with it? Are you walking on eggshells with your partner? Do you feel disconnected from life or your relationship? Has it ever felt like no one cared - that what you feel doesn't matter? If these descriptions sound familiar, it's because so many people are experiencing similar hardships.

Aivy Consult and Therapy
Registered Social Worker, BA Hons, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
This informs the ways I support people living with anxiety, BPD,
PTSD
, depression, bipolar, psychosis, chronic pain management,
trauma
, marginalization, grief and bereavement.
Currently, we are living in a world that is at best tense, and finding our peace is a daily struggle. In our lives, we are encouraged to, told, and at times, forced to continue as if nothing is happening or seriously wrong. In my practice, I provide space for open dialogue and a holistic approach to therapy which encourages recovery and healing. In my over 17 years of working as a clinical social worker with youths and adults ranging from diverse & intersectional backgrounds, I have learned that the space we create together in combination with the relational work is the most important.

Emily Claire Blackmoon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RSW, BSW, MSW, OASW
Verified
Verified
Are you new to therapy, and need a supportive, you-focused introduction to life-changing self-awareness? Maybe you've been doing therapy for years, but feel like something from the process is "missing"? Do you still feeling stuck, despite how many breathing exercises and positive self-talk you do? Struggling with childhood
trauma
, eating challenges, anxiety, grief (or all of the above?). Then let's talk! Using a combination of talk therapy, body-based somatics, critical reframing and psychoeducation, I work with individuals and clients to go DEEPER and get the support and results they're looking for.
Hamilton, ON L8V
& Online

Hazim Al-Faouri
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), CCC, MA, HBA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
While my work stems from many frameworks including a
trauma
-informed view towards Solution Focused, Person Centred, CBT, and Narrative therapy, the space we build together would be specific to your needs, goals, and experiences.
Accepting NEW Clients - Are you hoping to manage stress and anxiety and return to "feeling like yourself" again? Do you feel trapped by your triggers, traumas, or experiences, and want to better understand how your thoughts and feelings today are affect you beyond the surface? Do you want a therapist who takes into consideration your values and background to help connect you to your experiences of past, present and future? If this sounds like you, together we can explore the ways you're struggling or hoping to learn more about yourself in our work. I support both individuals and couples through their journeys.

Maria Huerta
Registered Psychotherapist, BA , MEd
Verified
Verified
I have special training in
trauma
with the ability to do assessments and treatment as required.
Are you ready to take the steps for the change you need and move forward with a life you deserve? Are you struggling with life stressors and want to gain some insight about the possible reasons and solutions?

Asim Therapy (Online Practice)
Registered Psychotherapist, R P, MEd
Verified
10 Endorsed
Verified
10 Endorsed
I advocate frameworks of anti-oppression, equity, and
trauma
-informed practices.
With extensive experience working with university and college students, emerging adults, members of marginalized communities, diverse newcomers, and coaching executives, I offer you a trained ear. Client issues include feeling stuck, mood issues, mind on overdrive, and managing transitions. Let us find ways to not only survive but also thrive in all areas of your life (school, career, community, family and so on). Clients can expect to develop acceptance, change behaviours, and use strengths to improve well-being.

Jahan Zeb
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I have extensive experience providing counseling and psychotherapy to clients experiencing Anxiety, Depression,
Trauma
/
PTSD
, Substance Addiction, Relationship difficulties, Divorce and Grief.

Thecompassionproject.ca
Registered Psychotherapist, EdD, CCC-S, CCS-AC, RP
Verified
Verified
We treat
trauma
, depression, anxiety, OCD, addiction.
Trauma
specific therapy downtown and online! You have dedicated your life's work on the front lines, helping others in your community. You are a community member, counsellor, social worker, a teacher, a therapist, a police officer or paramedic, a nurse, a physician, a peer support worker, etc. We are skilled professionals who have specialized in working with helpers. We often call ourselves "therapists for therapists". We also work with first responders, teachers and healthcare professionals. We have understanding of the costs of caring and can support you while you are carrying the
trauma
stories of your clients or community.
Waitlist for new clients

Michelle Lucci, Psychologist
Psychologist, MA, CPsych
Verified
Verified
I am a
trauma
-informed regulated health professional qualified to practice in the area of clinical psychology with adults and couples.
Extensive experience working with first responders (police, corrections, medic, fire, 911 communication workers) frontline health care and the military and veteran population. I have provided psychological assessment and treatment to adults and couples since 2004. My treatment focus includes utilizing a variety of therapeutic interventions, such as CBT, CPT, EMDR, prolonged exposure and other
trauma
treatment modalities. Clinically, my broad range of experience includes working with individuals and couples struggling with mood disorders, anxiety, bereavement and
trauma
.

Anna Sgambato
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Looking for a therapist who gets it? One who really wants to have a good understanding of you, and why you are choosing to come to therapy now? With over 20 years of experience working with people just like you, I am a therapist who will listen with genuine curiosity, and work with you to uncover your own internal wisdom. Together, we will learn more about your strengths, unique perspective and values. It can be helpful to remember how these have evolved, even with life’s challenges related to stress,
trauma
, loss and oppression because of race, culture, spirituality, gender expression and sexuality.

Rob Pepper
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BEd, MACP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Accepting new clients - Do issues from your childhood and adolescence keep reemerging to cause you anxiety and depression? Do these experiences keep you locked in a cycle of feeling stuck? These patterns can affect the way we feel about ourselves and alter our sense of purpose in the world. If you are looking to do a 'deep dive' in therapy, where we look into longstanding patterns, recurring dreams, and defense mechanisms, then we may be a good fit. I aim to help clients bring balance to their lives, and achieve a greater sense of wholeness. I help people with ADHD,
Trauma
&
PTSD
, Anxiety, and Depression.

Angela Hevey
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I am a registered social worker and psychotherapist providing integrated and holistic individual therapy for
trauma
and stress-related disorders; relationships; grief and loss; depression; anxiety; anger; complex mental health; as well as couples therapy. I offer a supportive, non-judgmental and safe environment for sharing and growth based on your individual needs. Together we will work towards building an understanding of areas that have become problematic to you and examine how they have shaped your experiences.

Sabrina Jaspers
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, PMH-C
Verified
Verified
I specialize in maternal mental health and perinatal mood issues, such as perinatal anxiety, postpartum depression and anxiety, birth
trauma and PTSD
. I support women with intrusive thoughts and those more extreme worries. I also support women through miscarriage and loss. I am taking on new clients.
Waitlist for new clients

Tina Bendo
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Many of the clients I have experienced supporting have dealt with suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, self-harm,
trauma
, and much more.
Counselling is a personal and individualized journey, and it is important that you find someone who matches your needs. I offer virtual and in person therapy services through evidence-based approaches. I take the approach that you cannot choose what life has thrown at you, but we can work with what we have to try and make things better. Everyone comes to therapy with their own life experience and perspective; I want to honour your journey and be a source of support toward a more fulfilling life
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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.