Somatic Therapists in Innisfil, ON
As a registered social worker, I take a trauma-informed, somatic approach — meaning we look at the whole picture, including what your body carries.
You are a woman who has spent years holding everything together — and somewhere along the way, lost the thread back to yourself. Maybe you are struggling with anxiety, low self-worth, or patterns you can't seem to break no matter how hard you try. Maybe life has shifted and you don't quite recognize yourself anymore.
You don't need to be fixed. You need support that actually sees you.
I work with women ready to understand what is driving their struggles, regulate their nervous system, and rebuild trust in themselves. Together we get to the root — not just the surface.
As a registered social worker, I take a trauma-informed, somatic approach — meaning we look at the whole picture, including what your body carries.
You are a woman who has spent years holding everything together — and somewhere along the way, lost the thread back to yourself. Maybe you are struggling with anxiety, low self-worth, or patterns you can't seem to break no matter how hard you try. Maybe life has shifted and you don't quite recognize yourself anymore.
You don't need to be fixed. You need support that actually sees you.
I work with women ready to understand what is driving their struggles, regulate their nervous system, and rebuild trust in themselves. Together we get to the root — not just the surface.
Using techniques like brainspotting, somatic, and focusing-oriented therapy, we go deeper into your subconscious, to release what is stuck.
You say yes when you mean no. You go over every text before sending. You sense the energy in every room before you've said hello, yet couldn't tell me what you need. From the outside you've got it together, the job, the relationship, the friend everyone calls at midnight. Inside you're running on empty. You've read the books and understand the concepts. But knowing doesn't always fix those exhausting patterns. Because they often rest in the body. And if the body has been on guard for a long time, it's still trying to protect you in the only way it knows how.
Using techniques like brainspotting, somatic, and focusing-oriented therapy, we go deeper into your subconscious, to release what is stuck.
You say yes when you mean no. You go over every text before sending. You sense the energy in every room before you've said hello, yet couldn't tell me what you need. From the outside you've got it together, the job, the relationship, the friend everyone calls at midnight. Inside you're running on empty. You've read the books and understand the concepts. But knowing doesn't always fix those exhausting patterns. Because they often rest in the body. And if the body has been on guard for a long time, it's still trying to protect you in the only way it knows how.
Hi all. I'm Dr. Sara, an experienced clinical and health psychologist. My clinical, teaching, and research work has focused on serving individuals living with chronic illness, high achieving perfectionism, grief and loss, or going through life transitions. This makes me particularly well suited to address issues that arise with medical conditions and overlapping mental health concerns and/or mental illness. I am also a good fit to help support individuals navigate life in general or identify unhelpful habits and patterns in everyday life.
Hi all. I'm Dr. Sara, an experienced clinical and health psychologist. My clinical, teaching, and research work has focused on serving individuals living with chronic illness, high achieving perfectionism, grief and loss, or going through life transitions. This makes me particularly well suited to address issues that arise with medical conditions and overlapping mental health concerns and/or mental illness. I am also a good fit to help support individuals navigate life in general or identify unhelpful habits and patterns in everyday life.
In therapy, I use a variety of modalities that incorporate CBT and DBT skills while working within a IFS framework and using somatic experiences.
When we struggle with mental health we disconnect with ourselves, others and the world. This can create a sense of loneliness and pain. Let’s work together to unravel the potential you hold and build a life that you love to live.
In therapy, I use a variety of modalities that incorporate CBT and DBT skills while working within a IFS framework and using somatic experiences.
When we struggle with mental health we disconnect with ourselves, others and the world. This can create a sense of loneliness and pain. Let’s work together to unravel the potential you hold and build a life that you love to live.
Tamara Burnett
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), MACP, BES
3 Endorsed
Innisfil, ON L9S
Trauma-informed therapy integrating EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), attachment-based work, somatic and nervous system regulation, solution-focused approaches, and mindful self-compassion to support healing from trauma, anxiety, and relationship difficulties.
Each person's experience in life and approach to healing is unique. Providing a personalized, non-judgmental and supportive space, together, we will find the solutions and resources needed to achieve your goals. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life, or simply feeling stuck, from a trauma-informed and culturally aware space with evidence-based techniques, we find your way forward, helping you through, no matter the life circumstances and challenges. My passion is supporting others to learn how to survive and thrive despite what life may bring!
Trauma-informed therapy integrating EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), attachment-based work, somatic and nervous system regulation, solution-focused approaches, and mindful self-compassion to support healing from trauma, anxiety, and relationship difficulties.
Each person's experience in life and approach to healing is unique. Providing a personalized, non-judgmental and supportive space, together, we will find the solutions and resources needed to achieve your goals. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life, or simply feeling stuck, from a trauma-informed and culturally aware space with evidence-based techniques, we find your way forward, helping you through, no matter the life circumstances and challenges. My passion is supporting others to learn how to survive and thrive despite what life may bring!
I integrate expressive arts therapy, mindfulness, somatic awareness, and narrative approaches in my work.
I support individuals of all ages, including newcomers, caregivers, artists, and those navigating illness, cancer, medical trauma, life transitions, stress, or emotional challenges. Many clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, stuck, or searching for new ways to understand themselves and their experiences. Through a compassionate and creative approach, I offer a supportive space where clients can explore emotions, reconnect with their strengths, build resilience, and discover meaningful pathways toward healing, growth, and self-expression.
I integrate expressive arts therapy, mindfulness, somatic awareness, and narrative approaches in my work.
I support individuals of all ages, including newcomers, caregivers, artists, and those navigating illness, cancer, medical trauma, life transitions, stress, or emotional challenges. Many clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, stuck, or searching for new ways to understand themselves and their experiences. Through a compassionate and creative approach, I offer a supportive space where clients can explore emotions, reconnect with their strengths, build resilience, and discover meaningful pathways toward healing, growth, and self-expression.
I use an integrative approach including CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, somatic approaches, and Exposure and Response Prevention for anxiety and OCD.
Starting therapy can feel intimidating, especially if you have felt misunderstood, judged, or unseen in other spaces. You may be navigating anxiety, OCD, panic, questions around identity, relationships, or self worth. I work with clients seeking therapy that feels affirming, non judgmental, and grounded in emotional safety, where you do not need to explain or defend who you are in order to be supported.
I use an integrative approach including CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, somatic approaches, and Exposure and Response Prevention for anxiety and OCD.
Starting therapy can feel intimidating, especially if you have felt misunderstood, judged, or unseen in other spaces. You may be navigating anxiety, OCD, panic, questions around identity, relationships, or self worth. I work with clients seeking therapy that feels affirming, non judgmental, and grounded in emotional safety, where you do not need to explain or defend who you are in order to be supported.
Welcome—I’m glad you’re here. Are you feeling stuck in familiar patterns, replaying past experiences, or finding relationships challenging? Do you feel overwhelmed, emotionally blocked, or unsure how to move forward? As an EMDR practitioner, I support clients navigating these experiences using a compassionate, trauma-informed approach. I bring both professional training and personal experience with EMDR, having seen its powerful capacity for change. Together, we’ll gently explore what’s holding you back and build insight, practical tools, and lasting relief—at your pace.
Welcome—I’m glad you’re here. Are you feeling stuck in familiar patterns, replaying past experiences, or finding relationships challenging? Do you feel overwhelmed, emotionally blocked, or unsure how to move forward? As an EMDR practitioner, I support clients navigating these experiences using a compassionate, trauma-informed approach. I bring both professional training and personal experience with EMDR, having seen its powerful capacity for change. Together, we’ll gently explore what’s holding you back and build insight, practical tools, and lasting relief—at your pace.
I blend evidence-based therapies, such as CBT, ACT, DBT with somatic techniques and energy medicine to nurture and support one meaningful step at a time.
Over 10 yrs of experience & trained at Aura Institute Integrative Therapeutics, I'm constantly updating my skills to provide the best care. I tailor therapy to each client's journey, offering judgment-free support. Together, we address issues like surviving human trafficking, addiction, recovery, managing mental health conditions, & navigating complex PTSD.
I blend evidence-based therapies, such as CBT, ACT, DBT with somatic techniques and energy medicine to nurture and support one meaningful step at a time.
Over 10 yrs of experience & trained at Aura Institute Integrative Therapeutics, I'm constantly updating my skills to provide the best care. I tailor therapy to each client's journey, offering judgment-free support. Together, we address issues like surviving human trafficking, addiction, recovery, managing mental health conditions, & navigating complex PTSD.
• Attachment and relationship wounds
• Domestic abuse and sexual assault
My work integrates evidence-based and trauma-informed modalities, including:
• EMDR
• Somatic trauma therapy
• Parts work/ego state work
• CBT, DBT & REBT
• Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT)
• Motivational Interviewing
• Solution-Focused Therapy
• Polyvagal informed therapy
You don’t need to explain why you’re tired, overwhelmed, or stuck.
If you’ve been living in survival mode, feeling disconnected from yourself or unsure how to move forward, therapy can help you feel steadier, safer, and more like yourself again.
I specialize in working with trauma, complex trauma (C-PTSD), and nervous system overwhelm. I support adults who have experienced chronic, relational, and identity-impacting trauma, including survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence, and human trafficking. Many of the clients I work with have tried therapy before and felt it didn’t go deep enough or move too fast.
• Attachment and relationship wounds
• Domestic abuse and sexual assault
My work integrates evidence-based and trauma-informed modalities, including:
• EMDR
• Somatic trauma therapy
• Parts work/ego state work
• CBT, DBT & REBT
• Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT)
• Motivational Interviewing
• Solution-Focused Therapy
• Polyvagal informed therapy
You don’t need to explain why you’re tired, overwhelmed, or stuck.
If you’ve been living in survival mode, feeling disconnected from yourself or unsure how to move forward, therapy can help you feel steadier, safer, and more like yourself again.
I specialize in working with trauma, complex trauma (C-PTSD), and nervous system overwhelm. I support adults who have experienced chronic, relational, and identity-impacting trauma, including survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence, and human trafficking. Many of the clients I work with have tried therapy before and felt it didn’t go deep enough or move too fast.
You’ve been holding it together for everyone else, but lately it’s starting to feel heavy. Maybe you’ve noticed yourself snapping more easily, feeling disconnected from your partner, or struggling to quiet that constant inner critic.
You’ve been holding it together for everyone else, but lately it’s starting to feel heavy. Maybe you’ve noticed yourself snapping more easily, feeling disconnected from your partner, or struggling to quiet that constant inner critic.
At the core of my practice is the belief in the inherent strength and worthiness of all people. I work to create an environment absolutely free of judgement, where each person is respected and valued as an individual. I am a strong advocate for normalizing therapy and mental health care. I believe in a strengths-focused approach and utilize evidence-based therapies. I integrate my experiences with substance abuse, family violence and loss into helping my clients find success through troubled times. As such, I am passionate about working with couples and families in particular. Individual teens, adults and elders are also welcome.
At the core of my practice is the belief in the inherent strength and worthiness of all people. I work to create an environment absolutely free of judgement, where each person is respected and valued as an individual. I am a strong advocate for normalizing therapy and mental health care. I believe in a strengths-focused approach and utilize evidence-based therapies. I integrate my experiences with substance abuse, family violence and loss into helping my clients find success through troubled times. As such, I am passionate about working with couples and families in particular. Individual teens, adults and elders are also welcome.
I support young adults who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or uncertain about what's next. Whether you're navigating school, university, work, relationships, family expectations, ADHD, self-esteem, burnout, or major life transitions, I provide a supportive, judgment-free space where you can be yourself. Many of my clients are high achievers who look like they have it all together on the outside but feel stressed, disconnected, or exhausted on the inside. Together, we'll work toward greater confidence, balance, and a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.
I support young adults who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or uncertain about what's next. Whether you're navigating school, university, work, relationships, family expectations, ADHD, self-esteem, burnout, or major life transitions, I provide a supportive, judgment-free space where you can be yourself. Many of my clients are high achievers who look like they have it all together on the outside but feel stressed, disconnected, or exhausted on the inside. Together, we'll work toward greater confidence, balance, and a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.
You've come to the right place. As a neurodivergent therapist with ADHD, I bring both clinical training and lived experience to neuro-affirming care that meets you where you are, not where a one-size-fits-all model says you should be. Clients tell me they appreciate feeling understood, gaining insights that help them see things differently, and walking away with tools they can actually use in real life. I customize each session to your needs, whether you're looking for structured tools or space to process your emotions and behavioral patterns.
You've come to the right place. As a neurodivergent therapist with ADHD, I bring both clinical training and lived experience to neuro-affirming care that meets you where you are, not where a one-size-fits-all model says you should be. Clients tell me they appreciate feeling understood, gaining insights that help them see things differently, and walking away with tools they can actually use in real life. I customize each session to your needs, whether you're looking for structured tools or space to process your emotions and behavioral patterns.
NO WAIT-LIST! Weekend & In-Person appts- Anxiety/Depression/Stress, Self-Esteem/Body Image, Relationships, Mood/Emotions- You feel isolated and trapped by your own thoughts and feelings. Right now, reaching out to close friends or loved ones for the support you need may feel impossible. You realize that you can’t get to where you want to be in life alone and have courageously decided to look for a therapist that can help you get to where you want to be. I am honoured that your journey has brought you HERE! Starting therapy can be daunting, but rest assured, you are leading every step of the way and I am here to support you.
NO WAIT-LIST! Weekend & In-Person appts- Anxiety/Depression/Stress, Self-Esteem/Body Image, Relationships, Mood/Emotions- You feel isolated and trapped by your own thoughts and feelings. Right now, reaching out to close friends or loved ones for the support you need may feel impossible. You realize that you can’t get to where you want to be in life alone and have courageously decided to look for a therapist that can help you get to where you want to be. I am honoured that your journey has brought you HERE! Starting therapy can be daunting, but rest assured, you are leading every step of the way and I am here to support you.
Our work is collaborative, incorporating somatic awareness, nervous system regulation and CBT for Insomnia.
Do you feel "stuck" or misunderstood? I help individuals and couples navigate neurodivergence, trauma / PTSD, and the complexities of traumatic brain injury (TBI). Using a warm, IFS-informed approach, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore the sensory overwhelm, emotional loops, or communication barriers getting in your way. You are the expert in your own life; together, we work to shift out of "survival mode" and into a life that feels anchored and authentic. Whether you are seeking individual healing or a deeper connection in your relationship, I am here to walk with you on a path that feels right for you.
Our work is collaborative, incorporating somatic awareness, nervous system regulation and CBT for Insomnia.
Do you feel "stuck" or misunderstood? I help individuals and couples navigate neurodivergence, trauma / PTSD, and the complexities of traumatic brain injury (TBI). Using a warm, IFS-informed approach, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore the sensory overwhelm, emotional loops, or communication barriers getting in your way. You are the expert in your own life; together, we work to shift out of "survival mode" and into a life that feels anchored and authentic. Whether you are seeking individual healing or a deeper connection in your relationship, I am here to walk with you on a path that feels right for you.
Individual, couples & family counselling for anxiety, depression, relationships, & other issues. We help reduce symptoms, improve coping & resolve issues. RELATIONSHIPS: Sustaining long-term relationships take effort, dedication, & hard work. Whether it's life's stresses, arguing, infidelity, communication skills or other issues, it can take a toll on the most stable of relationships. Let's work through your relationship issues, get your relationship back into shape, and reconnect. You deserve to have a satisfying & fulfilling relationship.
Individual, couples & family counselling for anxiety, depression, relationships, & other issues. We help reduce symptoms, improve coping & resolve issues. RELATIONSHIPS: Sustaining long-term relationships take effort, dedication, & hard work. Whether it's life's stresses, arguing, infidelity, communication skills or other issues, it can take a toll on the most stable of relationships. Let's work through your relationship issues, get your relationship back into shape, and reconnect. You deserve to have a satisfying & fulfilling relationship.
Using an integrative, evidence-based approach rooted in both cognitive and somatic therapies, I support both the mind and body in the healing process.
I specialize in grief, trauma, attachment, and relationship challenges. Grief can take many forms — the loss of a loved one, the end of a relationship, loss of ourself or changes in identity. I work with individuals navigating grief and trauma rooted in both childhood and adult experiences.
I draw from modalities that include CPT, CFT, DBT, IFS, and EMDR.
Using an integrative, evidence-based approach rooted in both cognitive and somatic therapies, I support both the mind and body in the healing process.
I specialize in grief, trauma, attachment, and relationship challenges. Grief can take many forms — the loss of a loved one, the end of a relationship, loss of ourself or changes in identity. I work with individuals navigating grief and trauma rooted in both childhood and adult experiences.
I draw from modalities that include CPT, CFT, DBT, IFS, and EMDR.
The journey to parenthood isn't always straightforward. For many individuals and couples, fertility challenges can bring grief, uncertainty, stress, relationship strain, and feelings of isolation.
These challenges can impact every aspect of life—your relationships, your sense of self, your hopes for the future, and your emotional well-being. But you don't have to navigate these experiences alone.
My goal is to help you feel understood and supported as you walk through this chapter of your life, process your emotions/trauma, build resilience, and find ways to move forward with greater confidence and with self compassion.
The journey to parenthood isn't always straightforward. For many individuals and couples, fertility challenges can bring grief, uncertainty, stress, relationship strain, and feelings of isolation.
These challenges can impact every aspect of life—your relationships, your sense of self, your hopes for the future, and your emotional well-being. But you don't have to navigate these experiences alone.
My goal is to help you feel understood and supported as you walk through this chapter of your life, process your emotions/trauma, build resilience, and find ways to move forward with greater confidence and with self compassion.
You're here because you've taken the first, and one of the hardest steps in reaching out for support - and that, takes a lot of courage. Maybe you just want a safe space and a confidential ear. Or maybe you are going through a challenging break-up and are working to regain control of your life and build your self-esteem. Maybe you're going through a difficult life transition and you are looking for strategies to help you cope. Whatever you may be going through, you've come to the right place.
You're here because you've taken the first, and one of the hardest steps in reaching out for support - and that, takes a lot of courage. Maybe you just want a safe space and a confidential ear. Or maybe you are going through a challenging break-up and are working to regain control of your life and build your self-esteem. Maybe you're going through a difficult life transition and you are looking for strategies to help you cope. Whatever you may be going through, you've come to the right place.
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Somatic Counsellors
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.