Somatic Therapists in North York, ON
Tiffany Burtch, Relationship, Trauma & Sex
Registered Psychotherapist, Msc., RP, SEP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
By blending somatic and narrative tools, I help you navigate life transitions.
Do you struggle with strained relationships, anxiety, or trauma that makes you feel like you are just surviving? Life is overwhelming when the world isn’t built to recognize who you are. Feeling lost and bodily stress often lead to deep disconnection, but therapy offers a steady place to reconnect. Specializing in relationship therapy, trauma recovery, and sex therapy, I help you move beyond survival to reclaim your right to breathe and explore. At Unleash Synergy, I provide a safe, inclusive space for growth, combining evidence-based methods with compassionate, trauma-informed care. Book a free 20-minute discovery call today.
By blending somatic and narrative tools, I help you navigate life transitions.
Do you struggle with strained relationships, anxiety, or trauma that makes you feel like you are just surviving? Life is overwhelming when the world isn’t built to recognize who you are. Feeling lost and bodily stress often lead to deep disconnection, but therapy offers a steady place to reconnect. Specializing in relationship therapy, trauma recovery, and sex therapy, I help you move beyond survival to reclaim your right to breathe and explore. At Unleash Synergy, I provide a safe, inclusive space for growth, combining evidence-based methods with compassionate, trauma-informed care. Book a free 20-minute discovery call today.
It may have taken a while to get here, but you’re finally ready to seek support. Perhaps you’ve been caught in a cycle of constant stress followed by periods of burnout or collapse. You may have noticed anger outbursts, emotional distance, or habits that once provided relief are no longer enough. This may have even taken a toll on your closest relationships. You’ve accomplished a great deal, but it has come at a high cost and you may be feeling it now. Therapy can offer a way to make sense of this with care and perspective.
It may have taken a while to get here, but you’re finally ready to seek support. Perhaps you’ve been caught in a cycle of constant stress followed by periods of burnout or collapse. You may have noticed anger outbursts, emotional distance, or habits that once provided relief are no longer enough. This may have even taken a toll on your closest relationships. You’ve accomplished a great deal, but it has come at a high cost and you may be feeling it now. Therapy can offer a way to make sense of this with care and perspective.
I have certifications in IFS (parts work), Emotion-Focused Therapy, ACT, the Gottman Method for Couples, Somatic Methods for Trauma Work etc.
Low Cost Therapy Available with my students, see website for details!
Beginning therapy can be overwhelming and there are thousands of therapists to choose from. I think it's important to be clear about the kind of therapist I am. First I am a trained trauma specialist. I have over a decade of experience working with people with everything from single-incident to complex trauma, including dissociative disorders. I am also client-centered, meaning I get to know you first and then create a treatment plan that's unique to what you. I work with individuals & couples. Finally Im a clinical supervisor looking to support new therapists!
I have certifications in IFS (parts work), Emotion-Focused Therapy, ACT, the Gottman Method for Couples, Somatic Methods for Trauma Work etc.
Low Cost Therapy Available with my students, see website for details!
Beginning therapy can be overwhelming and there are thousands of therapists to choose from. I think it's important to be clear about the kind of therapist I am. First I am a trained trauma specialist. I have over a decade of experience working with people with everything from single-incident to complex trauma, including dissociative disorders. I am also client-centered, meaning I get to know you first and then create a treatment plan that's unique to what you. I work with individuals & couples. Finally Im a clinical supervisor looking to support new therapists!
Using EMDR therapy Ontario, somatic therapy, and trauma informed approaches, we process experiences that remain “stuck” and continue to drive emotional distress or physical symptoms.
Our clients are often adults and adolescents living with chronic pain, trauma, anxiety, depression, and persistent mind body symptoms such as fatigue, IBS, headaches, tension, and stress related physical symptoms. Many feel overwhelmed, disconnected from their body, or discouraged after medical treatments have not fully helped. They seek therapy to understand the root causes of their symptoms, regulate their nervous system, and reduce both physical and emotional suffering. Their goal is to restore a sense of safety, reconnect mind and body, and return to life with greater ease, resilience, and emotional wellbeing.
Using EMDR therapy Ontario, somatic therapy, and trauma informed approaches, we process experiences that remain “stuck” and continue to drive emotional distress or physical symptoms.
Our clients are often adults and adolescents living with chronic pain, trauma, anxiety, depression, and persistent mind body symptoms such as fatigue, IBS, headaches, tension, and stress related physical symptoms. Many feel overwhelmed, disconnected from their body, or discouraged after medical treatments have not fully helped. They seek therapy to understand the root causes of their symptoms, regulate their nervous system, and reduce both physical and emotional suffering. Their goal is to restore a sense of safety, reconnect mind and body, and return to life with greater ease, resilience, and emotional wellbeing.
Welcome to my page! You may be living with the effects of trauma, coercive control, emotional or spiritual harm, or a long period of feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from yourself. Perhaps relationships have felt unsafe or confusing, your sense of identity has been shaken, or daily life feels heavier than it should. You may be searching for clarity, stability, and relief from patterns that no longer feel manageable.
Many people who reach out are not only looking to cope, but to understand what has happened to them, to restore a sense of dignity and self-trust, and to feel hope and meaning again.
Welcome to my page! You may be living with the effects of trauma, coercive control, emotional or spiritual harm, or a long period of feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from yourself. Perhaps relationships have felt unsafe or confusing, your sense of identity has been shaken, or daily life feels heavier than it should. You may be searching for clarity, stability, and relief from patterns that no longer feel manageable.
Many people who reach out are not only looking to cope, but to understand what has happened to them, to restore a sense of dignity and self-trust, and to feel hope and meaning again.
I utilize somatic approaches to help you bring awareness to dysregulation in your body, bringing calm to hypervigilance and movement to frozen bodily states.
My goal is to help you bring curiosity and compassion to your experiences, including struggles with anxiety, depression, negative thinking patterns, dysfunctional behaviours, and relationship challenges. Using a trauma-informed approach, we will work together to better understand how your struggles stem from the past, while making room for new coping strategies. Trauma leads us to feeling on edge, panicky, numb, self-critical, and defensive in relationships. I am here to help you break free of these cycles and develop new ways of relating to yourself and others, as well as build capacities for inner strength and resilience.
I utilize somatic approaches to help you bring awareness to dysregulation in your body, bringing calm to hypervigilance and movement to frozen bodily states.
My goal is to help you bring curiosity and compassion to your experiences, including struggles with anxiety, depression, negative thinking patterns, dysfunctional behaviours, and relationship challenges. Using a trauma-informed approach, we will work together to better understand how your struggles stem from the past, while making room for new coping strategies. Trauma leads us to feeling on edge, panicky, numb, self-critical, and defensive in relationships. I am here to help you break free of these cycles and develop new ways of relating to yourself and others, as well as build capacities for inner strength and resilience.
Need help because you've recently learned (or always suspected) that your brain works differently?
I help professionals with late-discovered ADHD to untangle the chaos, get clear on how they work best, and build systems that support their brilliance.
Need help because you've recently learned (or always suspected) that your brain works differently?
I help professionals with late-discovered ADHD to untangle the chaos, get clear on how they work best, and build systems that support their brilliance.
You may feel stuck in survival mode—balancing work, relationships, and daily responsibilities while carrying the weight of past or present trauma. That can be deeply exhausting. My goal is to walk alongside you as we make sense of your experiences and develop practical, grounding strategies to support your mental health. If you’re ready to move toward greater balance, healing, and clarity, I’m here.
Let’s take the time to sit down and talk.
You may feel stuck in survival mode—balancing work, relationships, and daily responsibilities while carrying the weight of past or present trauma. That can be deeply exhausting. My goal is to walk alongside you as we make sense of your experiences and develop practical, grounding strategies to support your mental health. If you’re ready to move toward greater balance, healing, and clarity, I’m here.
Let’s take the time to sit down and talk.
I work with people who feel weighed down by trauma, anxiety, or relationship challenges, as well as those navigating life transitions or feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns. My clients often want practical tools, deeper self-understanding, and healthier ways to connect with themselves and others.
I work with people who feel weighed down by trauma, anxiety, or relationship challenges, as well as those navigating life transitions or feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns. My clients often want practical tools, deeper self-understanding, and healthier ways to connect with themselves and others.
As a Master of Social Work Student, I am passionate about helping individuals build self-esteem, develop healthy coping skills, and strengthen their emotional resilience. I approach therapy from a client-centered perspective, focusing on creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace.
I value collaboration in therapy, working together to identify goals that are meaningful to you and tailored to your unique situation.
As a Master of Social Work Student, I am passionate about helping individuals build self-esteem, develop healthy coping skills, and strengthen their emotional resilience. I approach therapy from a client-centered perspective, focusing on creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace.
I value collaboration in therapy, working together to identify goals that are meaningful to you and tailored to your unique situation.
I specialize in perinatal mental health but welcome all clients wanting to work through their mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and trauma processing. I work in a culturally responsive way and welcome clients of all ethnicities, genders, abilities, and identities. Your safety and comfort are of primary importance to me. Trust and collaboration are imperative to the therapeutic relationship, so we will work together to find a path to mental wellness that works for you.
I specialize in perinatal mental health but welcome all clients wanting to work through their mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and trauma processing. I work in a culturally responsive way and welcome clients of all ethnicities, genders, abilities, and identities. Your safety and comfort are of primary importance to me. Trust and collaboration are imperative to the therapeutic relationship, so we will work together to find a path to mental wellness that works for you.
Using somatic therapy, EMDR, IFS, EFT, and attachment-based work, I offer trauma-informed approaches and meet you where you are.
Change can be hard, even when we know what we need to do. It can be frustrating to repeat patterns we’ve outgrown, doing the very things we’ve told ourselves not to do, and wondering why insight alone hasn’t been enough. Maybe you’re noticing that even with all this awareness, something deeper - something in the body, is still holding on and needing more support. The strategies that once helped you cope might now feel like they’re getting in the way of the life, relationships, or peace you’re longing for. Reaching out and taking that first step toward change takes courage and I'm so glad you’re here.
Using somatic therapy, EMDR, IFS, EFT, and attachment-based work, I offer trauma-informed approaches and meet you where you are.
Change can be hard, even when we know what we need to do. It can be frustrating to repeat patterns we’ve outgrown, doing the very things we’ve told ourselves not to do, and wondering why insight alone hasn’t been enough. Maybe you’re noticing that even with all this awareness, something deeper - something in the body, is still holding on and needing more support. The strategies that once helped you cope might now feel like they’re getting in the way of the life, relationships, or peace you’re longing for. Reaching out and taking that first step toward change takes courage and I'm so glad you’re here.
Using an integrative approach, I can incorporate Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Trauma therapy, Attachment-based therapy, and Somatic therapy to support your healing journey.
Hello! I am so pleased you have decided to take steps in paving your path to healing. You do not have to do this alone. I know it may take time to build trust, but I will strive to approach this partnership with warmth, patience, and honesty, while remaining mindfully present. At Agapé Lens Consulting and Therapy, I provide individual psychotherapy, prioritizing Black individuals 12+, couples, and families . I have been addressing the needs of mental health and racialized communities for over 15 years. We can focus on a variety of concerns such as low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, anger, and racism.
Using an integrative approach, I can incorporate Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Trauma therapy, Attachment-based therapy, and Somatic therapy to support your healing journey.
Hello! I am so pleased you have decided to take steps in paving your path to healing. You do not have to do this alone. I know it may take time to build trust, but I will strive to approach this partnership with warmth, patience, and honesty, while remaining mindfully present. At Agapé Lens Consulting and Therapy, I provide individual psychotherapy, prioritizing Black individuals 12+, couples, and families . I have been addressing the needs of mental health and racialized communities for over 15 years. We can focus on a variety of concerns such as low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, anger, and racism.
Are you trying navigate your life experiences (past or present) and their impact on your quality of life, your identity, worldview, beliefs, values, and/or your relationship with yourself? Are you looking to improve your emotional well-being, strengthen your self-esteem/relationship with self, better manage stress and/or burnout, adjust to a recent transition, process loss and/or grief, improve your relationships (attachment, boundaries, communication), or process & heal trauma? If so, and you are interested in working with a collaborative partner to support and challenge you (with care!), let's connect. I would be happy to help.
Are you trying navigate your life experiences (past or present) and their impact on your quality of life, your identity, worldview, beliefs, values, and/or your relationship with yourself? Are you looking to improve your emotional well-being, strengthen your self-esteem/relationship with self, better manage stress and/or burnout, adjust to a recent transition, process loss and/or grief, improve your relationships (attachment, boundaries, communication), or process & heal trauma? If so, and you are interested in working with a collaborative partner to support and challenge you (with care!), let's connect. I would be happy to help.
My ideal clients are individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds navigating anxiety, burnout, life transitions, or emotional distress. They often seek a safe space to feel understood and regain balance. Through a compassionate, trauma-informed, and client-centered approach, I support them in building insight, developing coping skills, and reconnecting with their strengths, helping them move toward a more meaningful and emotionally grounded life.
My ideal clients are individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds navigating anxiety, burnout, life transitions, or emotional distress. They often seek a safe space to feel understood and regain balance. Through a compassionate, trauma-informed, and client-centered approach, I support them in building insight, developing coping skills, and reconnecting with their strengths, helping them move toward a more meaningful and emotionally grounded life.
During times of stress or overwhelm, it's common to feel stuck. Finding motivation to make changes can be challenging. I can help you identify behaviors or patterns that may be holding you back, and develop new strategies to navigate the challenges you encounter.
I’ll guide you to develop a deeper understanding of how your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors are interconnected. My approach is compassionate and genuine, guided by a spirit of gentle curiosity and a nonjudgmental perspective.
I worked as a psychologist in Brazil for many years. Later, I completed a bridging program in Ontario for internationally trained professionals.
During times of stress or overwhelm, it's common to feel stuck. Finding motivation to make changes can be challenging. I can help you identify behaviors or patterns that may be holding you back, and develop new strategies to navigate the challenges you encounter.
I’ll guide you to develop a deeper understanding of how your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors are interconnected. My approach is compassionate and genuine, guided by a spirit of gentle curiosity and a nonjudgmental perspective.
I worked as a psychologist in Brazil for many years. Later, I completed a bridging program in Ontario for internationally trained professionals.
Have you been feeling stuck? Like, no matter how hard you try, things aren’t shifting the way you hoped. Life has been heavy lately, weighing you down, and those late-night thoughts keep circling, making you wonder what’s missing. Maybe your energy's low, and you slip into comparing, scrolling, or just checking out to cope. Deep down, you know change is possible. That wise inner part needs a little help finding where to start. If you want more clarity, peace of mind, positive momentum, or a better connection with yourself or your kids, I’d love to help.
Have you been feeling stuck? Like, no matter how hard you try, things aren’t shifting the way you hoped. Life has been heavy lately, weighing you down, and those late-night thoughts keep circling, making you wonder what’s missing. Maybe your energy's low, and you slip into comparing, scrolling, or just checking out to cope. Deep down, you know change is possible. That wise inner part needs a little help finding where to start. If you want more clarity, peace of mind, positive momentum, or a better connection with yourself or your kids, I’d love to help.
I draw from evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, somatic practices, and parts work to support both insight and lasting change.
You're managing ADHD, anxiety or depression while the world expects you to keep performing. You're drowning in responsibilities, racing thoughts, and a nervous system that won't settle. You want to stop surviving & start living, to wake up without dread, set boundaries without guilt, and trust yourself again. You're seeking more than coping strategies; you want sustainable change. You need someone who understands that "just relax" isn't helpful, that your brain works differently, and that healing isn't linear. You're ready to build resilience, regulate your emotions, and rediscover the truest version of yourself.
I draw from evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, somatic practices, and parts work to support both insight and lasting change.
You're managing ADHD, anxiety or depression while the world expects you to keep performing. You're drowning in responsibilities, racing thoughts, and a nervous system that won't settle. You want to stop surviving & start living, to wake up without dread, set boundaries without guilt, and trust yourself again. You're seeking more than coping strategies; you want sustainable change. You need someone who understands that "just relax" isn't helpful, that your brain works differently, and that healing isn't linear. You're ready to build resilience, regulate your emotions, and rediscover the truest version of yourself.
Hi, I’m Mahima — Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). I aim to work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, relationship and family difficulties, and life transitions. I’m especially passionate about supporting young adults, people exploring cultural identity, and those looking to build self- compassion and resilience.
Hi, I’m Mahima — Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). I aim to work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, relationship and family difficulties, and life transitions. I’m especially passionate about supporting young adults, people exploring cultural identity, and those looking to build self- compassion and resilience.
My practice integrates attachment and somatic-based work.
Do you feel lost in your life? Do you struggle with uncertainty or change? Are you feeling overwhelmed, trapped, or alone? Do you find it hard to be yourself in relationships? Perhaps you're dealing with boundary challenges or a diminished sense of self-worth? Have you been feeling disconnected from yourself and your body? Do you find yourself constantly over-functioning or downplaying your feelings? If any of these are familiar to you, I’m here to support you. It is possible to overcome these challenges and reclaim a sense of agency. You deserve to prioritize your well-being, and therapy can be a helpful step towards healing.
My practice integrates attachment and somatic-based work.
Do you feel lost in your life? Do you struggle with uncertainty or change? Are you feeling overwhelmed, trapped, or alone? Do you find it hard to be yourself in relationships? Perhaps you're dealing with boundary challenges or a diminished sense of self-worth? Have you been feeling disconnected from yourself and your body? Do you find yourself constantly over-functioning or downplaying your feelings? If any of these are familiar to you, I’m here to support you. It is possible to overcome these challenges and reclaim a sense of agency. You deserve to prioritize your well-being, and therapy can be a helpful step towards healing.
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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.