Trauma Focused Therapists in Hamilton, ON
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Peaceful Pathways Counselling
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, TCTSYc
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about working with individuals to integrate their mental wellness and everyday life in order to obtain sustainable improvements, particularly those facing difficulty after experiencing trauma or loss.

Zarin Hakim-Griffith
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BSc, MA, CCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Do you ever feel alone or struggle to connect with others? Do you experience a sense of loss or have trouble knowing who you are? This can be a very common immigrant and new generation experience. My aim is to create a safe environment where you can explore these challenges and experiences without judgement. My background and experience include working with trauma, depression, anxiety, communication skills, relationship conflicts, and cultural/identity struggles. As a BIPOC and neurodivergent therapist, I know the importance of cultural humility to provide a safe place to be your authentic self.

Alexia Wensing
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), HBA, MACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Accepting NEW Clients – Do you find feeling stuck, anxious, or wishing you had more confidence or self-esteem? Are you interested in understanding yourself or your choices more and in digging into the roots of why you feel the way you do? Do you often feel torn by different parts? Are you interested in looking at your past, taking power back over your narrative or experiences, and learning coping skills or tools? Do you want to learn more about how our physical health can influence our emotional well-being? Together, we can look at your past, present, and future goals, and provide you with an understanding of what this means to you.

BeWell Hamilton Health Centre
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified
Verified
Katlyn is a Registered Psychotherapist with 10 years of experience in the field of mental health and addiction. Katlyn’s experience has allowed her to specialize in working with individuals impacted by substance use, depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, stress, and grief and loss. She integrates a variety of modalities into her practice including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Attachment and
Trauma Focused
Therapy.

Mark Wsevolod Isajiw
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I am a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist. He holds a Bachelors Degree in Social Work from York University (1992) and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Toronto (1993). I am also a member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, as well as the Ontario Association of Social Workers. I take a very client-centred approach to providing therapy services and am well-versed in principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) in a trauma-informed manner.

Marta Evans - Psychotherapist And Clinical Supervisor
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd, CCC
Verified
Verified
My work has been heavily
trauma focused
, & I have helped first responders with a diagnosis of PTSD, sexual assault victims, healthcare workers feeling burnout, & individuals with complex trauma.
Are you looking for a safe place to share your story and life experience, while receiving guidance to help address feelings of being stuck or dissatisfied? I am a Registered Psychotherapist and Canadian Certified Counsellor with a Masters degree in Counselling Psychology. I have spent over 20 years assisting people in the mental health, cancer care, and healthcare fields. I take a holistic approach to therapy that is empathetic, caring, and sensitive (with some appropriate humour at times). COVID-19 has presented unique challenges and many of us are struggling and burnt out.
Hamilton, ON L9H
& Online

Caitlyn Young - Now Accepting New Clients!
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have additional training in working with people who have experienced trauma, including training in
Trauma Focused
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
My goal is to give your family a safe space to work on developing skills and building relationships. I work with children and youth to develop the skills they need to cope with difficult emotions and situations, as well as empower parents to feel capable and improve relationships within the family. I provide a holistic approach to support the whole family and strongly believe that helping parents to understanding and supporting their child's identity is one of the most powerful ways of reducing risk around mental health issues.

Darbey Carlson
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), HBA, MSc, MACP
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
Accepting NEW Clients - Do you feel “stuck” in your day-to-day life or unsure how to move forward in a way that makes you feel fulfilled? Are you interested in learning more about how your childhood impacts you as an adult? Does it feel like your past experiences are weighing on you, and your sense of self is foggy or unclear? Are you interested in exploring different perspectives or figuring out who you’d like to move forward as? Together we can look at the steps that have brought you to this point, and increase self-awareness, emotional stability, and insight into your experiences.

Alicia Alessandrini
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Accepting NEW Clients – Do you feel like you’re never good enough, or that you have to please others? Do you wish you could put yourself first more often, and make your wants and needs a priority? Do you struggle with confidence or self-esteem, stress, anxiety, and low-mood? Have you experienced trauma that follows you around? Would you like a better understanding of your behaviours in general, or in friendships and relationships? Together we can look at exploring the strengths, relationships, and experiences that have got you to this point, and move forward in a way that reconnects you with yourself and your goals.
Not accepting new clients

Elaine Falzon - Get There Therapy
Registered Social Worker, BAA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Are you trying to process recent or childhood stress and trauma? Are you struggling in your relationships? Are you in pre/post separation and want help for yourself or your children? These are my areas of specialty, and I am here for you. I am a registered social worker, psychotherapist with over fifteen years of
trauma focused
experience supporting youth, adults and families. At Get There Therapy, we work collaboratively with our clients along their journey to healing using a compassionate, non-judgmental approach.

Rabia Ahmed
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
My lens is
trauma focused
and I use an eclectic but evidence based approaches that are geared toward your goals, using cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behavioural therapy skills, along with narrative and prolonged exposure therapy.
Trauma and some life experiences are often out of our control. My hope is to be able to help you and support you through the challenges that you have encountered, the emotions and feelings that you can't seem to control or manage and to help you gain back some control of your own life. Whether you have diagnosed or undiagnosed anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress disorder, experienced traumatic or difficult events in childhood or have ongoing exposure to high risks/ trauma in the workplace, you may be looking for some relief and a way to overcome some barriers in your life
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Rayne Jarvis
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Are you thinking about taking steps towards healing and growth? I offer a holistic, eclectic, and collaborative approach to therapy, guided by the principles of integrity, non-judgement, acceptance, and compassion. With a background in harm-reduction and community-based work, I aim to create a supportive and empathetic relationship that caters to each client's unique needs. Starting therapy can be daunting, and I strive to establish a safe and empowering atmosphere where clients feel equipped to address and overcome their challenges.
Hamilton, ON L8L
& Online
Waitlist for new clients
Waitlist for new clients

Child and Family Pathways
Registered Psychotherapist, CYW, RP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Currently holding a wait list. This can not wait! Your family is struggling, and I (Devin) from Child and Family Pathways, have more than 20 years of success with children and teens. I will work as a part of your health care team to support your family . I work along side you the parent, to help your family get back to a fun, supportive and communicative place. I specialize in Anxiety, ADHD, ODD, Skill Building and Trauma work. I believe whole heartedly that YOU the parent play the MOST important role and I can also assist with Parent coaching if this is something you are interested in. Lets put the joy back into life.

Mareas Therapeutic Services Inc
CYC, RP, BSW, MSW
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.

Emma Fackelmann
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MA
Verified
Verified
We’ve all had experiences where we feel unstable, alone, unsure, and overwhelmed. I can confidently say I have these moments of imbalance in my life too, and my rebalance comes from recognizing that I’m not alone. Connecting with a therapist can enhance your self-compassion, heighten your self-awareness, and build resiliency. If you are experiencing acute or complex trauma, interpersonal or relationship conflicts, neurological changes, grief, anxiety, depression, or other mental health struggles I will stand with you in discovering your personal resolutions to finding self-acceptance, peace, and fulfillment.

Kim vonEuw
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MSc, RP(Q)
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My views on the therapeutic relationship is a partnership with my clients to achieve their individual goals. I primarily work with children (ages 5+), youth and adults with varying mental health conditions, including; Anxiety, Depression, Self-Harm, Trauma, ADHD, ODD, OCD, and other complex mental health issues. My goal is to ensure my clients feel safe and supported throughout the therapeutic process, and comfortable with the direction of their own treatment.

Katie Ritchie
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
My name is Katie Ritchie and I support individuals with a wide variety of a personal challenges in a collaborative and strength-based manner. I welcome clients with diverse needs and backgrounds. I have extensive experience working with individuals suffering from anxiety (including intrusive thoughts, panic attacks, social phobia), depression, life transitions, addictions, and LGBT/non-binary issues.
Waitlist for new clients

Erin Poole
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My approach is affirming, neurodiversity-affirming, collaborative, emotion-focused, and integrative, creating space for meaning-making and a diverse range of identities. I have 13 years of experience in health care, working with people of varied ethno-cultural backgrounds, and have completed Indigenous cultural safety/ anti-racism training. I've worked with 2S and LGBTQIA+ people in group settings and individually. (Please note that I'm unable to write a second letter of assessment, but can refer.) My office is in a building that is accessible and a positive space.

Susan deJonge
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MEd, OCT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Do you feel conflicted and confused about your purpose and meaning in life? Are you struggling with the relationship that you have with yourself and others? To live is to experience human struggle; human struggle within ourselves and with others. Navigating life’s challenges and problems in uncertain times can feel lonely and overwhelming. Thoughts, emotions and behaviours make it difficult to live in the present, leaving us anxious and unsettled about the future. Although we cannot choose our struggles, every human being has within themselves the power and freedom to make their pathway forward.

Amber Homeniuk | Creative Differences Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RCAT, RP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you ready to address difficulties that need experienced individualized support? For over 25 years, it has been an honour to hold compassionate, joyfully affirming, safer spaces for people coping with a range of concerns in response to trauma, abuse, relationship stressors, self-injurious actions, chronic illness, grief, and life transitions, and for people who have experienced discrimination related to any aspect(s) of their physical, personal, and cultural identities. I love working with helping professionals, carers, healers, and seekers of psychedelic integration processes. What is your project for healing, growth, change?
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Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online or over the phone can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In Canada, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country or province where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
How much does therapy cost?
Some forms of mental health treatment (for example, seeing a psychiatrist, or seeing a psychologist in a government-funded hospital) are free under provincial health plans. Canadians who seek private counseling can typically expect to pay an average of $150 per session, although the actual price generally ranges between $100 and $3200 per session, depending on their location and the type of provider they select. Workplace benefits or private insurance plans often provide an annual counselling allowance, and some therapists offer sliding scale fees to clients who cannot pay full price.