Somatic Therapists in Orillia, ON
My approach tends to be a blend of psychodynamic, parts work (IFS), relational therapy, EMDR, somatic work, and mindfulness-based approaches.
As a former police officer and registered nurse in emergency psychiatry, I have both lived and professional experience in recovery from chronic workplace trauma exposure, understand unique challenges faced in these high-stress roles, awareness of first responder culture, and understand the sometimes painful family legacies of first responders.
My approach tends to be a blend of psychodynamic, parts work (IFS), relational therapy, EMDR, somatic work, and mindfulness-based approaches.
As a former police officer and registered nurse in emergency psychiatry, I have both lived and professional experience in recovery from chronic workplace trauma exposure, understand unique challenges faced in these high-stress roles, awareness of first responder culture, and understand the sometimes painful family legacies of first responders.
I use evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Somatic Experiencing, and Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) to make therapy fit your needs.
Do you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected? Perhaps you're quietly unraveling inside, constantly in fight or flight mode?
Stress, trauma, burnout, relationship struggles, or a sense of identity loss can all leave you exhausted. If your daily life is frustrating and unmanageable, you are not alone. At the end of the day, it's time to get back to basics: establish healthy boundaries, stop people pleasing, and learn to control strong emotions so you can recharge.
Therapy provides an environment for healing, growth, and self-discovery. Change can be difficult to manage on your own, but you don't have to go it alone.
I use evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Somatic Experiencing, and Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) to make therapy fit your needs.
Do you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected? Perhaps you're quietly unraveling inside, constantly in fight or flight mode?
Stress, trauma, burnout, relationship struggles, or a sense of identity loss can all leave you exhausted. If your daily life is frustrating and unmanageable, you are not alone. At the end of the day, it's time to get back to basics: establish healthy boundaries, stop people pleasing, and learn to control strong emotions so you can recharge.
Therapy provides an environment for healing, growth, and self-discovery. Change can be difficult to manage on your own, but you don't have to go it alone.
I offer an integrative, trauma-informed approach blending evidence-informed psychotherapy with mindfulness, somatic awareness, holistic strategies, and spirituality when meaningful to you.
Do you put your own needs last and feel overwhelmed, anxious, grieving, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? You may be navigating trauma, burnout, relationship challenges, chronic illness or pain, or feeling lost at school, work, or home. Some days, just getting through can feel exhausting and lonely. You want a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and understood without judgment. Together, we'll help you feel calmer and more grounded, understand what you're experiencing, build practical ways to cope, and move forward with greater clarity, confidence, resilience, and a stronger sense of self.
I offer an integrative, trauma-informed approach blending evidence-informed psychotherapy with mindfulness, somatic awareness, holistic strategies, and spirituality when meaningful to you.
Do you put your own needs last and feel overwhelmed, anxious, grieving, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? You may be navigating trauma, burnout, relationship challenges, chronic illness or pain, or feeling lost at school, work, or home. Some days, just getting through can feel exhausting and lonely. You want a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and understood without judgment. Together, we'll help you feel calmer and more grounded, understand what you're experiencing, build practical ways to cope, and move forward with greater clarity, confidence, resilience, and a stronger sense of self.
Feeling anxious, stressed out or bothered by intrusive thoughts? Do you find yourself frustrated, wondering what you can do to get rid of the constant fear or worry? Pushing worries away won't work long-term. With evidence-based therapy and effective tools, you don't have to experience high levels of anxiety forever. I am the owner of Grounded Minds Therapy. We are a team of therapists that specialize in helping you overcome anxiety, OCD, and trauma. Our psychotherapists can help you regain control of your life. We're ready to help you kick anxiety out of the driver's seat so that you feel safe, grounded and in control.
Feeling anxious, stressed out or bothered by intrusive thoughts? Do you find yourself frustrated, wondering what you can do to get rid of the constant fear or worry? Pushing worries away won't work long-term. With evidence-based therapy and effective tools, you don't have to experience high levels of anxiety forever. I am the owner of Grounded Minds Therapy. We are a team of therapists that specialize in helping you overcome anxiety, OCD, and trauma. Our psychotherapists can help you regain control of your life. We're ready to help you kick anxiety out of the driver's seat so that you feel safe, grounded and in control.
Life's hardest moments rarely affect just one person—they ripple through families, friendships, and the relationships that matter most. Perhaps you've experienced a traumatic event, the sudden loss of someone you love, a serious accident, or years of carrying the weight of complex trauma. Maybe you're trying to support a child, partner, parent, or sibling living with anxiety, depression, addiction, or thoughts of suicide, and you're finding yourself overwhelmed, exhausted, or unsure of how to help while also caring for yourself.
Life's hardest moments rarely affect just one person—they ripple through families, friendships, and the relationships that matter most. Perhaps you've experienced a traumatic event, the sudden loss of someone you love, a serious accident, or years of carrying the weight of complex trauma. Maybe you're trying to support a child, partner, parent, or sibling living with anxiety, depression, addiction, or thoughts of suicide, and you're finding yourself overwhelmed, exhausted, or unsure of how to help while also caring for yourself.
Relationships can be our greatest source of joy, and our deepest pain when they begin to struggle. We all long to feel loved, appreciated, and respected. When connections begin to break down, our sense of stability can suffer, often leading to heartache, disconnection, and isolation. As a relational therapist, I am passionate about helping people restore connection and understanding in their relationships. I support clients navigating relationship conflict or breakdowns, neurodiversity, non-traditional relationship structures, including non-monogamy, intimacy concerns, divorce, affair recovery, and complex friend or family dynamics.
Relationships can be our greatest source of joy, and our deepest pain when they begin to struggle. We all long to feel loved, appreciated, and respected. When connections begin to break down, our sense of stability can suffer, often leading to heartache, disconnection, and isolation. As a relational therapist, I am passionate about helping people restore connection and understanding in their relationships. I support clients navigating relationship conflict or breakdowns, neurodiversity, non-traditional relationship structures, including non-monogamy, intimacy concerns, divorce, affair recovery, and complex friend or family dynamics.
As a Registered Professional Art Therapist (DVATI, RCAT), Registered Social Worker (MSW, RSW) and Psychotherapist, my specialty area is working with children, youth and families. My passion is to support children as they navigate mental health challenges. My extensive paediatric healthcare experience can assist you in navigating various public services, unique to your child's experience. I offer services to a wide age range of ages including 4-18 years old. Children who are aged 4-10 often benefit from dyad sessions, which involves a parent. If you are concerned about relationship issues, art therapy can be a reparative experience.
As a Registered Professional Art Therapist (DVATI, RCAT), Registered Social Worker (MSW, RSW) and Psychotherapist, my specialty area is working with children, youth and families. My passion is to support children as they navigate mental health challenges. My extensive paediatric healthcare experience can assist you in navigating various public services, unique to your child's experience. I offer services to a wide age range of ages including 4-18 years old. Children who are aged 4-10 often benefit from dyad sessions, which involves a parent. If you are concerned about relationship issues, art therapy can be a reparative experience.
Using somatic, relational, EMDR, parts work, mindfulness, and evidence based approaches, I support clients navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and chronic pain.
Accepting Clients for Online Therapy. You’re used to being the one who holds things together. You care deeply about your relationships, your family, your work, and the people who depend on you, but somewhere along the way, you may have lost touch with yourself. Maybe you’re anxious, overwhelmed, burned out, or simply tired of carrying so much. You want to understand yourself more deeply, trust what you feel, and stop putting your needs last. Therapy can be a space to come back to yourself, to feel more grounded, connected, and able to move through life and relationships with greater ease.
Using somatic, relational, EMDR, parts work, mindfulness, and evidence based approaches, I support clients navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and chronic pain.
Accepting Clients for Online Therapy. You’re used to being the one who holds things together. You care deeply about your relationships, your family, your work, and the people who depend on you, but somewhere along the way, you may have lost touch with yourself. Maybe you’re anxious, overwhelmed, burned out, or simply tired of carrying so much. You want to understand yourself more deeply, trust what you feel, and stop putting your needs last. Therapy can be a space to come back to yourself, to feel more grounded, connected, and able to move through life and relationships with greater ease.
Are you overwhelmed by anxiety, self doubt, or meeting expectations? Have you noticed being so distracted that you aren't able to be present with who and what matters most? Or maybe you are facing a new life transition that is causing stress and uncertainty. Maybe you have decided to strengthen the relationship with yourself and others around you. Perhaps you want to find a way out of the same patterns that hinder you from being the most authentic version of yourself. I work with clients to help manage the self doubt and overthinking that hold them back, and to prioritize self without apology.
Are you overwhelmed by anxiety, self doubt, or meeting expectations? Have you noticed being so distracted that you aren't able to be present with who and what matters most? Or maybe you are facing a new life transition that is causing stress and uncertainty. Maybe you have decided to strengthen the relationship with yourself and others around you. Perhaps you want to find a way out of the same patterns that hinder you from being the most authentic version of yourself. I work with clients to help manage the self doubt and overthinking that hold them back, and to prioritize self without apology.
I understand how overwhelming life can feel—whether facing separation, divorce, blended family transitions, parenting struggles, or loss—and how these challenges can leave us feeling inadequate and alone. I also have extensive experience supporting children, youth, and teens, particularly with anxiety, helping them build resilience and confidence. With both 25 years of experience in the mental health field and lived experience, I offer a compassionate, understanding space where you can feel supported and find hope.
I understand how overwhelming life can feel—whether facing separation, divorce, blended family transitions, parenting struggles, or loss—and how these challenges can leave us feeling inadequate and alone. I also have extensive experience supporting children, youth, and teens, particularly with anxiety, helping them build resilience and confidence. With both 25 years of experience in the mental health field and lived experience, I offer a compassionate, understanding space where you can feel supported and find hope.
I work with adults and couples who feel overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or caught in painful relationship patterns. Some are in constant conflict, questioning how their relationship became so hard. Others feel unsafe, unseen, or unsure where to begin. I believe slow, intentional work can create lasting change, and that the last thing you need is more judgement or shame. Together, we can figure out what you need, how to manage overwhelming emotions, and how to feel more confident not only in the skills you have, but also in your understanding of yourself and others.
I work with adults and couples who feel overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or caught in painful relationship patterns. Some are in constant conflict, questioning how their relationship became so hard. Others feel unsafe, unseen, or unsure where to begin. I believe slow, intentional work can create lasting change, and that the last thing you need is more judgement or shame. Together, we can figure out what you need, how to manage overwhelming emotions, and how to feel more confident not only in the skills you have, but also in your understanding of yourself and others.
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.
Life can feel overwhelming when you're carrying invisible wounds-whether from childhood, relationships, loss, or ongoing stress. You may look like you are managing on the outside, but inside, there's heaviness, anxiety, numbness, or grief you don't know how to put into words.
Life can feel overwhelming when you're carrying invisible wounds-whether from childhood, relationships, loss, or ongoing stress. You may look like you are managing on the outside, but inside, there's heaviness, anxiety, numbness, or grief you don't know how to put into words.
My most recent trainings have focused on trauma, grief, and somatic approaches.
I am a psychotherapist and a lawyer—and, long before I was either, I was a student of people. As a therapist, I work with adults and couples dealing with relationships, anxiety, depression, life transitions and the messy business of being human. I believe good therapy goes beyond feeling better in the short run. Understanding ourselves can change how we navigate life going forward: why we react as we do, how our histories shape us, what matters to us, and what we might choose to do differently. For that reason, I value working with people willing to look honestly at themselves, explore the deeper story and make change.
My most recent trainings have focused on trauma, grief, and somatic approaches.
I am a psychotherapist and a lawyer—and, long before I was either, I was a student of people. As a therapist, I work with adults and couples dealing with relationships, anxiety, depression, life transitions and the messy business of being human. I believe good therapy goes beyond feeling better in the short run. Understanding ourselves can change how we navigate life going forward: why we react as we do, how our histories shape us, what matters to us, and what we might choose to do differently. For that reason, I value working with people willing to look honestly at themselves, explore the deeper story and make change.
I use somatic therapy in all my sessions to support the nervous system and heal attachment injuries.
Each time you feel let down, disappointed, discouraged or despondent it’s not permanent. There’s another breath of air where you can exhale that feeling, shake out your body and know that you have another chance to heal, to grow and to transform. Even after the same mistakes or misgivings, you are not the same. You’ve learned something. You’re not the same person each time you get caught doing the same thing over again. It’s okay to be learning. Growth is painful as we let go of the old ways of being, the old destructive thoughts and allow new ways of being to take root.
I use somatic therapy in all my sessions to support the nervous system and heal attachment injuries.
Each time you feel let down, disappointed, discouraged or despondent it’s not permanent. There’s another breath of air where you can exhale that feeling, shake out your body and know that you have another chance to heal, to grow and to transform. Even after the same mistakes or misgivings, you are not the same. You’ve learned something. You’re not the same person each time you get caught doing the same thing over again. It’s okay to be learning. Growth is painful as we let go of the old ways of being, the old destructive thoughts and allow new ways of being to take root.
I draw on mindfulness, somatic awareness, and strengths-based practices to support emotional processing and resilience.
I work with individuals and couples who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, stuck in painful patterns, or frustrated that the same struggles keep repeating. Many are thoughtful, capable people who appear to manage life well while internally struggling with anxiety, burnout, self-doubt, loneliness, ADHD, trauma, or relationship stress. My approach is grounded in truly listening and understanding what lies beneath the surface. Together, we explore the patterns and experiences keeping you stuck and work toward meaningful, lasting change—not just managing symptoms, but helping you feel more connected, understood, and able to move forward.
I draw on mindfulness, somatic awareness, and strengths-based practices to support emotional processing and resilience.
I work with individuals and couples who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, stuck in painful patterns, or frustrated that the same struggles keep repeating. Many are thoughtful, capable people who appear to manage life well while internally struggling with anxiety, burnout, self-doubt, loneliness, ADHD, trauma, or relationship stress. My approach is grounded in truly listening and understanding what lies beneath the surface. Together, we explore the patterns and experiences keeping you stuck and work toward meaningful, lasting change—not just managing symptoms, but helping you feel more connected, understood, and able to move forward.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, playful, or uncertain, we begin exactly where you are. Together, we create a safe and welcoming space for expression, exploration, and growth—approaches that are meaningful, authentic, and accessible to you.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, playful, or uncertain, we begin exactly where you are. Together, we create a safe and welcoming space for expression, exploration, and growth—approaches that are meaningful, authentic, and accessible to you.
Do you feel bothered by feelings of anxiety, self-defeating beliefs, or a low mood? Overwhelmed as you navigate your everyday life, career/school, responsibilities, and relationships? You are not alone. Life can be challenging with many moving parts, old wounds, and complexities that impact your wellbeing. Finding your way through difficult life transitions while feeling more at peace and with greater joy is possible.
Do you feel bothered by feelings of anxiety, self-defeating beliefs, or a low mood? Overwhelmed as you navigate your everyday life, career/school, responsibilities, and relationships? You are not alone. Life can be challenging with many moving parts, old wounds, and complexities that impact your wellbeing. Finding your way through difficult life transitions while feeling more at peace and with greater joy is possible.
I work from a strengths-based, person-centered perspective, drawing from evidence-based modalities including, but not limited to, mindfulness-based, internal family systems, and somatic experiencing, as well as cognitive behavioural therapy.
Are you struggling with stress, relationship issues, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, or trauma? Are you looking for a compassionate professional to support you through a difficult time?
Hi! My name is Megan, and I am a Qualifying Registered Psychotherapist. with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.
I have worked in the field of human services for more than 15 years, working with adults from all walks of life, facing a wide variety of challenges such as poverty and insecure housing, relationship difficulties, substance and behavioural addictions, and involvement with the justice system.
I work from a strengths-based, person-centered perspective, drawing from evidence-based modalities including, but not limited to, mindfulness-based, internal family systems, and somatic experiencing, as well as cognitive behavioural therapy.
Are you struggling with stress, relationship issues, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, or trauma? Are you looking for a compassionate professional to support you through a difficult time?
Hi! My name is Megan, and I am a Qualifying Registered Psychotherapist. with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.
I have worked in the field of human services for more than 15 years, working with adults from all walks of life, facing a wide variety of challenges such as poverty and insecure housing, relationship difficulties, substance and behavioural addictions, and involvement with the justice system.
Motherhood can crack things open. You may be caring for a new baby while recovering from a hard birth, anxiety, or a quiet loss of who you used to be. For many moms, parts of your own childhood surface in unexpected ways often alongside a deep sense of loneliness.
I work with women navigating birth trauma, postpartum anxiety, and identity shifts in motherhood. Many of my clients feel stuck replaying their birth experience or disconnected from their bodies and sense of self.
Our work focuses on healing at the root so this chapter can be integrated into your story, not something you carry alone.
Motherhood can crack things open. You may be caring for a new baby while recovering from a hard birth, anxiety, or a quiet loss of who you used to be. For many moms, parts of your own childhood surface in unexpected ways often alongside a deep sense of loneliness.
I work with women navigating birth trauma, postpartum anxiety, and identity shifts in motherhood. Many of my clients feel stuck replaying their birth experience or disconnected from their bodies and sense of self.
Our work focuses on healing at the root so this chapter can be integrated into your story, not something you carry alone.
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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.