Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Kingston, ON

Shaunacy King (she/they) has over 15 years of experience working as a reproductive support and sexual educator for individuals, couples, and families. In addition to her commitment to reproductive and sexual advocacy, she has experience working with clients in loss, grief, and complex trauma . She regularly attends new trainings, webinars, and conferences on these clinical topics, as well as topics related to sex, gender, and relationship diversity. She is an approved Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying).

Anxiety and OCD can control our lives, but I’m living proof that it doesn’t have to if you’re willing to put the work in. I’ve been counseling people in both individual and group settings for 7 years, and have learned that the client is always the expert in their own lives. I’m not here to tell you what your lived experience is, or to invalidate your feelings and concerns, but I am eager to work collaboratively with you on overcoming the obstacles your mental health is creating for you. Whether that’s feeling hopeless, stuck, lost, or overwhelmed, there are real tools to learn and steps to take that can move you toward your goal.

Hello, thank you for considering me in your search for a therapist. I am a Registered Psychotherapist working from an approach grounded in self-compassion and the understanding that difficult times are not a sign of personal failure.

I currently provide individual counselling by secure online video or by phone. I work primarily with adults to manage and process a variety of concerns. I use a client-centred, trauma -informed approach with a focus on existing strengths to collaborate with people on their path forward. I strive to help my clients view their situation with self-compassion, connect to their resiliency, and enhance their coping skills. I work with the understanding that individual issues arise in the context of greater social structures such as family, the workplace, intimate relationships, and society in general.

Accepting clients in-person & online! Life presents many challenges! These challenges may be seasonal and situational, or perhaps you have felt that these difficulties have persisted your entire life. These challenges can leave you feeling trapped, helpless, discouraged, and with little hope. I believe that these trials can be turned into amazing sources of strength, personal development and learning. I enjoy working with individuals to utilize their unique skills and abilities to achieve their desired level of wellness.

Accepting New Virtual Clients! Navigating life’s challenges can be hard and often needs support. I am a Registered Psychotherapist and Recreation Therapist with experience supporting people with a wide range of concerns from depression, anxiety, panic and phobias, and relationship issues. I bring a wealth of experience supporting those facing difficult life transitions, chronic conditions, pain, illness and injury, grief, interpersonal challenges, and low self-confidence. I enjoy supporting couples in building healthier more meaningful relationships by enhancing connection, communication, and understanding.

Life can be overwhelming at times... You may be suffering from trauma , anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, depression, or struggling with relationship difficulties...Why not use professional help and see how science and therapy benefit you? We could together analyze what your current difficulties are and determine contributed factors for these issues. The primary goals for therapy are positive changes, new options, eliminating or reducing symptoms and/or using better coping strategies. The sessions are structured, yet relaxed.

I come to you with over 20 years of experience in mental health. I started as a psychiatric nurse and moved on as a professor in psychiatry. During this time I have met and helped many different people and now I would like to take my practice to a more personal level. I'd love to help you look into what your needs and issues are, and how we can manage them together. Looking at anything that deals with your mental health and wellbeing, I'd like to listen to your story and work will you to find the areas that you would like strengthened.

Under the framework of modern attachment theories, I work with clients to gain a greater sense of self-autonomy, determination and understanding. Many of our thoughts and feelings go unchecked during the busyness of a common day. In our work together, we will first learn to identify maladaptive core beliefs that so often plague our mental wellness. From there, I will implement EFT, narrative, and mindfulness approaches to combat self-defeating behaviours. How we think and feel about ourselves has a profound effect on our overall well-being, and both consciously and subconsciously influences every action (or in-action) we take.

I have worked for 30 years with clients experiencing a wide range of psychological challenges. I work collaboratively with clients by offering insight, support, and guidance. Customized treatment plans that align with clients' wants, needs, preferences, and goals are created. My aim is to help you move forward in your life with enhanced self-awareness, improved coping skills and a healthier sense of mental, emotional and physical well-being.

I am a Registered Psychologist in practice for 30 years. I am semi-retired and seeing a small number of patients.

Are you feeling lost or stuck, like you’re simply going through the motions? Are you aware that you want something different but you’re not sure what that is, or how to get there? Past and present life experiences and stressors can be overwhelming and leave you feeling mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually drained. You do not need to face these challenges alone. Having worked in the field of mental health for over 10 years, my passion is to offer a place of solace where you can truly be seen and heard as you explore your inner strength and resiliency while moving toward the changes you want and need in your life.

Everyone has unique challenges and needs; however, we all share the same need to feel heard, understood and supported. Simply put, when we are authentically seen and heard, the way in which we navigate our lives and its challenges improves. It is important to me that I meet all clients with genuine empathy, honesty, and acceptance. I enjoy working from a strength-based, positive therapeutic approach, and I believe that as the client, you are the expert of your own experience. My aim is to offer non-judgmental and open-minded insight and assistance in exploring the varying concerns you may bring to counselling. See you soon! :)

I help stressed and worried parents feel less stressed and more confident in their parenting. Have you been feeling stressed and overwhelmed with your kids because they don’t listen or follow directions no matter how many times you tell them over and over? Do you feel like everything you do is wrong and nothing you do makes a difference, no matter what you try? You must be feeling frustrated. As a parent, I get it. Working with caregivers for seventeen years, I absolutely do get it! None of us are born experts in parenting. You are not alone and you don’t have to do this on your own.

So, you're feeling down, irritable, stressed-out, and stranded out there without knowing where to start getting better? Are you having trouble getting over negative events from your past? Do you feel like you're failing at this life thing and need to make some serious changes? You've read some books or tried to be more grateful, positive, and energetic, but that doesn't last long enough to get you out of your rut. Your negative moods or behaviours are not going away, and it feels like your challenges are taking over despite your best efforts. It can be legit really hard to get over some of life's hard things, and you're stuck.

Have you been searching for a therapist who offers a space free of judgement, where you feel heard and understood? It is my goal to provide you with compassion and respect. I recognize the courage it takes to reach out for support, and truly feel it is a privilege to sit with you along your journey.