Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Hamilton, ON
I help with trauma/ PTSD, anxiety, depression, addiction, and life transitions—including emotion regulation, grief, relationship stress, and boundaries.
My work is rooted in deep empathy, cultural humility, and an unwavering belief in the resilience of the people. I carry with me not just academic and clinical training, but the privilege of having journeyed alongside people through some of the most vulnerable and transformative moments of their lives. I do not see you as a problem to be fixed, but a person with stories to be held, pain to be witnessed, and strengths to be
illuminated. My ability to meet people where they are—with authenticity, compassion, and curiosity—is a quality I have nurtured over years of practice.
I help with trauma/ PTSD, anxiety, depression, addiction, and life transitions—including emotion regulation, grief, relationship stress, and boundaries.
My work is rooted in deep empathy, cultural humility, and an unwavering belief in the resilience of the people. I carry with me not just academic and clinical training, but the privilege of having journeyed alongside people through some of the most vulnerable and transformative moments of their lives. I do not see you as a problem to be fixed, but a person with stories to be held, pain to be witnessed, and strengths to be
illuminated. My ability to meet people where they are—with authenticity, compassion, and curiosity—is a quality I have nurtured over years of practice.
I offer coping strategies for anxiety, depression, fatigue, life transitions, trauma and stress to improve your wellness.
I am a Level 2 Trained IFS Therapist with the international IFS Institute. I primary offer IFS and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) to help connect with our inner parts and experiences to create harmony and healing. Additionally, I integrate Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I offer coping strategies for anxiety, depression, fatigue, life transitions, trauma and stress to improve your wellness.
I am a Level 2 Trained IFS Therapist with the international IFS Institute. I primary offer IFS and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) to help connect with our inner parts and experiences to create harmony and healing. Additionally, I integrate Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Betrayal trauma or infidelity have you frozen?
I hold a Masters of Clinical Psychology from the University of South Wales and a Masters of Counselling from Yorkville University. Having worked alongside people from all walks of life and of all ages in clinical, general, and athletic settings, I want to offer you a space to navigate present-day and past challenges free of judgement in a unique way.
Betrayal trauma or infidelity have you frozen?
I hold a Masters of Clinical Psychology from the University of South Wales and a Masters of Counselling from Yorkville University. Having worked alongside people from all walks of life and of all ages in clinical, general, and athletic settings, I want to offer you a space to navigate present-day and past challenges free of judgement in a unique way.
Do you find it difficult to maintain healthy relationships or feel like your past traumas are keeping you stuck?
I specialize in working with people experiencing chronic pain and illness, trauma, relationship issues, sexual difficulties, stress, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues. I am trained to provide Brainspotting treatment for trauma processing, which can help you get unstuck and feel a sense of emotional and physical release!
Do you find it difficult to maintain healthy relationships or feel like your past traumas are keeping you stuck?
I specialize in working with people experiencing chronic pain and illness, trauma, relationship issues, sexual difficulties, stress, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues. I am trained to provide Brainspotting treatment for trauma processing, which can help you get unstuck and feel a sense of emotional and physical release!
I help adults experiencing PTSD, Complex Trauma, BPD, Addiction, Anxiety, & Depression- people who've been carrying something deep for a long time.
Maybe you've spent most of your life with this quiet, nagging feeling that something is just... off. Maybe you feel things more intensely than the people around you. You react in ways you don't always understand, and no matter how hard you work at it, the shame, the anger, or that hollow emptiness keeps finding its way back. It's not just what happened to you, it feels like something that's about you, specifically. Maybe you've been told you're too much. Maybe you've learned to hide it so well that no one sees it. Either way, you've been surviving this for a long time. And some part of you is finally ready to understand why.
I help adults experiencing PTSD, Complex Trauma, BPD, Addiction, Anxiety, & Depression- people who've been carrying something deep for a long time.
Maybe you've spent most of your life with this quiet, nagging feeling that something is just... off. Maybe you feel things more intensely than the people around you. You react in ways you don't always understand, and no matter how hard you work at it, the shame, the anger, or that hollow emptiness keeps finding its way back. It's not just what happened to you, it feels like something that's about you, specifically. Maybe you've been told you're too much. Maybe you've learned to hide it so well that no one sees it. Either way, you've been surviving this for a long time. And some part of you is finally ready to understand why.
Do you feel like you understand your mental health intellectually, but your emotions are still stuck? You aren't alone. In traditional therapy, we often focus on a "top-down" talking approach, but for many—especially those dealing with chronic stress or digestive issues—the body needs deeper supports to truly feel safe. I help individuals who are tired of physical and mental health struggles dictating their lives. By combining hypnotherapy and body-mind regulation techniques, we work to calm your nervous system and address the root causes of distress, not just the thoughts and ideas.
Do you feel like you understand your mental health intellectually, but your emotions are still stuck? You aren't alone. In traditional therapy, we often focus on a "top-down" talking approach, but for many—especially those dealing with chronic stress or digestive issues—the body needs deeper supports to truly feel safe. I help individuals who are tired of physical and mental health struggles dictating their lives. By combining hypnotherapy and body-mind regulation techniques, we work to calm your nervous system and address the root causes of distress, not just the thoughts and ideas.
Many of my clients come to me struggling with trauma, overwhelming emotions, or a sense of being stuck in patterns they can’t seem to change.
In our work together, I use a trauma-informed and eclectic approach that includes AF-EMDR, somatic practices, and parts work (IFS). Therapy with me is a collaborative process where we’ll move at a pace that feels safe by helping you process difficult experiences while building tools for grounding, self-compassion, and resilience.
Many of my clients come to me struggling with trauma, overwhelming emotions, or a sense of being stuck in patterns they can’t seem to change.
In our work together, I use a trauma-informed and eclectic approach that includes AF-EMDR, somatic practices, and parts work (IFS). Therapy with me is a collaborative process where we’ll move at a pace that feels safe by helping you process difficult experiences while building tools for grounding, self-compassion, and resilience.
First Step Men's Therapy - Helping Men Heal!
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, RP, ASAT, EMDR
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Our specializations include: sexual addiction, gambling, grief, life transitions, divorce, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, anger management, alcohol use, sex therapy, anxiety, infidelity, depression, and men's issues.
Men - it doesn't have to be this way! Are you feeling disconnected to yourself, loved ones, or society? Do you question whether you are a good father, son, or partner? Do you feel angry, stuck, overwhelmed, powerless, guilty, or "not normal". Many men struggle with their mental health without seeking help or reaching out for support. Often, this struggle may lead to addiction, anxiety, depression, shame, suicidal ideation, poor relationships, grief, low self-esteem, or low self-worth. First Step Men's Therapy offers a safe, warm, and inviting space for men to heal, learn, and grow. Book a free 20-minute consultation with us today!
Our specializations include: sexual addiction, gambling, grief, life transitions, divorce, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, anger management, alcohol use, sex therapy, anxiety, infidelity, depression, and men's issues.
Men - it doesn't have to be this way! Are you feeling disconnected to yourself, loved ones, or society? Do you question whether you are a good father, son, or partner? Do you feel angry, stuck, overwhelmed, powerless, guilty, or "not normal". Many men struggle with their mental health without seeking help or reaching out for support. Often, this struggle may lead to addiction, anxiety, depression, shame, suicidal ideation, poor relationships, grief, low self-esteem, or low self-worth. First Step Men's Therapy offers a safe, warm, and inviting space for men to heal, learn, and grow. Book a free 20-minute consultation with us today!
Trauma specific and somatic therapy on Locke S and online!
We are queer and/or GLBTQ2SIA+ allied. We affirm and help folks navigate neurodiversity and complex trauma. Through a variety of approaches we help folks heal. It takes time; it takes safety; we will work at the speed of trust. We will wait for you to invite us to let us help.
Trauma specific and somatic therapy on Locke S and online!
We are queer and/or GLBTQ2SIA+ allied. We affirm and help folks navigate neurodiversity and complex trauma. Through a variety of approaches we help folks heal. It takes time; it takes safety; we will work at the speed of trust. We will wait for you to invite us to let us help.
With 18 years of working with high level performers, I specialize in relational trauma, creative professionals, high level academics, folks with CPTSD, and those who relate to the term "high masking".
You are the person your friends and family come to with their problems as you appear to have it all together. You are a high achiever who like to get things done. You've been described as industrious, passionate, serious, and intense. You are holding so much for everyone else, but you feel overwhelmed. Below this confident exterior, anxiety brews. You are a deeply feeling person and yet sometimes feel unseen. Your inner critic can be loud and it often tells you that your worth is in your achievements. I am here to help you discover why you feel this way, to hold space, and to explore the inner workings of your multi-layered self.
With 18 years of working with high level performers, I specialize in relational trauma, creative professionals, high level academics, folks with CPTSD, and those who relate to the term "high masking".
You are the person your friends and family come to with their problems as you appear to have it all together. You are a high achiever who like to get things done. You've been described as industrious, passionate, serious, and intense. You are holding so much for everyone else, but you feel overwhelmed. Below this confident exterior, anxiety brews. You are a deeply feeling person and yet sometimes feel unseen. Your inner critic can be loud and it often tells you that your worth is in your achievements. I am here to help you discover why you feel this way, to hold space, and to explore the inner workings of your multi-layered self.
Are you used to holding everything together, even when it’s starting to take a toll? Do you feel exhausted, stuck, or like you’ve lost yourself somewhere along the way? On the outside, things might look fine, but on the inside, you may be feeling overwhelmed, and like you’re constantly pushing through without having a chance to breathe.
Are you used to holding everything together, even when it’s starting to take a toll? Do you feel exhausted, stuck, or like you’ve lost yourself somewhere along the way? On the outside, things might look fine, but on the inside, you may be feeling overwhelmed, and like you’re constantly pushing through without having a chance to breathe.
Some disorders I help treat include; Anxiety, Depression, Self-Harm, Complex Trauma, ADHD, OCD, and more.
My therapy approach is person-centered with treatment tailored to each client's own situations and goals. Primarily, my modalities include Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused approaches. With younger clients, art therapy and play therapy techniques are utilized.
Some disorders I help treat include; Anxiety, Depression, Self-Harm, Complex Trauma, ADHD, OCD, and more.
My therapy approach is person-centered with treatment tailored to each client's own situations and goals. Primarily, my modalities include Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused approaches. With younger clients, art therapy and play therapy techniques are utilized.
Are you feeling weighed down by life demands, experiences of trauma, or relationships that feel heavy?
I use a trauma-informed approach to help you feel safe, supported, and connected in our sessions. Together, we will work through unhelpful thoughts, feelings, and sensations; make meaning of your experiences; and develop strategies to help you live a more meaningful and peaceful life.
Are you feeling weighed down by life demands, experiences of trauma, or relationships that feel heavy?
I use a trauma-informed approach to help you feel safe, supported, and connected in our sessions. Together, we will work through unhelpful thoughts, feelings, and sensations; make meaning of your experiences; and develop strategies to help you live a more meaningful and peaceful life.
I empower my clients with personalized tools to help understand and work through the impacts of trauma, depression, stress, and ADHD, among others.
Do you struggle to wind down at night, chronically "tired yet wired" and stuck doom-scrolling online until you fall into a restless sleep? Do you feel lost, overwhelmed, and drained from the effort of just getting through each day? With so much turmoil within and around you, better days can seem impossible if you're unsure where to start. If that sounds like you, I'm so glad you found my page and I'm here to help.
I empower my clients with personalized tools to help understand and work through the impacts of trauma, depression, stress, and ADHD, among others.
Do you struggle to wind down at night, chronically "tired yet wired" and stuck doom-scrolling online until you fall into a restless sleep? Do you feel lost, overwhelmed, and drained from the effort of just getting through each day? With so much turmoil within and around you, better days can seem impossible if you're unsure where to start. If that sounds like you, I'm so glad you found my page and I'm here to help.
You need to work through your childhood trauma AND take action to creating the life you truly dream of.
You're a highly sensitive human in your 20's or 30's who needs a therapist who "gets" your neurodivergent brain. You've tried therapy before, but felt like you were just talking about your problems - you need somebody who will help you actually PROCESS what's going on, not just listen. You need somebody who can hold you accountable to making real change in your life. You've tried all the things - meditation, journaling, breathwork, medication, positive thinking, you've watched all the therapy tiktoks but you're still stuck. You have felt this way for a while and are not only ready, but are fully committed to making real change.
You need to work through your childhood trauma AND take action to creating the life you truly dream of.
You're a highly sensitive human in your 20's or 30's who needs a therapist who "gets" your neurodivergent brain. You've tried therapy before, but felt like you were just talking about your problems - you need somebody who will help you actually PROCESS what's going on, not just listen. You need somebody who can hold you accountable to making real change in your life. You've tried all the things - meditation, journaling, breathwork, medication, positive thinking, you've watched all the therapy tiktoks but you're still stuck. You have felt this way for a while and are not only ready, but are fully committed to making real change.
My work is collaborative, and trauma-informed while utilizing various modalities such as CBT, mindfulness, and ACT.
Do you want to make a change in your life, but don’t know where to begin? Maybe you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, confidence, loneliness or relationship issues. Life can be overwhelming, and a build-up of these issues can create a vicious cycle that can cause you to feel isolated and stuck. I’m here to tell you that you do not have to navigate through your struggles alone, your suffering matters and there is no concern that is too small or big for exploration. I am happy you took this first step to improve your well-being and lifestyle.
My work is collaborative, and trauma-informed while utilizing various modalities such as CBT, mindfulness, and ACT.
Do you want to make a change in your life, but don’t know where to begin? Maybe you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, confidence, loneliness or relationship issues. Life can be overwhelming, and a build-up of these issues can create a vicious cycle that can cause you to feel isolated and stuck. I’m here to tell you that you do not have to navigate through your struggles alone, your suffering matters and there is no concern that is too small or big for exploration. I am happy you took this first step to improve your well-being and lifestyle.
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 bring a compassionate, client-centered approach to therapy, grounded in an integrative, trauma-informed lens. 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.
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 bring a compassionate, client-centered approach to therapy, grounded in an integrative, trauma-informed lens. 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.
I provide trauma-certified psychotherapy for individuals experiencing anxiety, religious trauma, scrupulosity (religious/moral OCD), interfaith/intercultural relationship issues, or identity challenges.
Your religion, spirituality, or culture has become a source of distress, or even suffering—rather than of strength. You’re struggling with feeling pressured to make choices based on cultural/religious expectations and beliefs that don’t work for you, with conflicts in interfaith or multicultural relationships, or perhaps whether to leave or join a religious community. You’ve found yourself thinking, "I don't know who I am anymore, or what I'm doing with my life." Relentless uncertainty or confusion can leave you feeling too drained to cope with life, much less enjoy it. At this point, you just want to feel "not broken."
I provide trauma-certified psychotherapy for individuals experiencing anxiety, religious trauma, scrupulosity (religious/moral OCD), interfaith/intercultural relationship issues, or identity challenges.
Your religion, spirituality, or culture has become a source of distress, or even suffering—rather than of strength. You’re struggling with feeling pressured to make choices based on cultural/religious expectations and beliefs that don’t work for you, with conflicts in interfaith or multicultural relationships, or perhaps whether to leave or join a religious community. You’ve found yourself thinking, "I don't know who I am anymore, or what I'm doing with my life." Relentless uncertainty or confusion can leave you feeling too drained to cope with life, much less enjoy it. At this point, you just want to feel "not broken."
I support individuals navigating anxiety, OCD, trauma and PTSD, ADHD, and health anxiety who are ready for meaningful, lasting change.
I use CBT, ERP, ACT, psychodynamic therapy, and somatic therapy approaches. My work integrates evidence-based treatment with nervous system regulation to support meaningful, sustainable change. I also offer structured 3- and 6-hour psychotherapy intensives designed that can provide the depth of weeks of therapy within one carefully planned experience.
I support individuals navigating anxiety, OCD, trauma and PTSD, ADHD, and health anxiety who are ready for meaningful, lasting change.
I use CBT, ERP, ACT, psychodynamic therapy, and somatic therapy approaches. My work integrates evidence-based treatment with nervous system regulation to support meaningful, sustainable change. I also offer structured 3- and 6-hour psychotherapy intensives designed that can provide the depth of weeks of therapy within one carefully planned experience.
Many people come to therapy with anxiety, trauma, grief, stress, or the exhaustion of holding everything together.
I support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, addictions, trauma and PTSD, BPD, psychosis, chronic pain, grief and loss, anger management, domestic abuse, and race-based trauma. I also provide neurodiversity-affirming care for individuals with autism, ADHD, and intellectual disabilities, honouring each person’s strengths and lived experience.
Many people come to therapy with anxiety, trauma, grief, stress, or the exhaustion of holding everything together.
I support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, addictions, trauma and PTSD, BPD, psychosis, chronic pain, grief and loss, anger management, domestic abuse, and race-based trauma. I also provide neurodiversity-affirming care for individuals with autism, ADHD, and intellectual disabilities, honouring each person’s strengths and lived experience.
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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.