Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Richmond Hill, ON

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Shagun Sharma | Lotus Pathways Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA
Verified
9 Endorsed
Verified
9 Endorsed
My professional experience includes working with a wide range of therapeutic issues, including depression, trauma and PTSD , anxiety, grief, self-esteem, cultural-specific issues, LGBTQIA+ specific issues, life transitions, interpersonal issues, and much more.
Within the psychotherapeutic environment, my key values include respecting and empowering individualism, creating a safe space, and creating a collaborative approach with you. You are the storyteller of your life, and my role is to further support you while you write, edit, and enhance the pages. My clients have shared that I provide a genuine and non-judgmental presence while they worked towards their therapeutic goals. You can expect a therapeutic setting that is professional, yet relaxed, and the calm atmosphere we will create together will help you explore your emotions, thoughts, and experiences.
(289) 274-7019
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Richmond Hill, ON L4C
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Nancy - Priftis
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified
Verified
My area of specialization is trauma and addictions.
As a therapist I aim to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can discuss personal and sensitive issues. I will work collaboratively with you to help you find the solutions that are best for you. Through psychotherapy you can explore negative emotions, gain insight to problematic thoughts and behaviours and learn healthy coping strategies that will help to rebuild your self confidence. If you are feeling depressed, anxious, stressed or overwhelmed therapy can help you overcome these feelings. If you are struggling in your relationships, therapy can help you create more satisfying and meaningful relationships.
(647) 952-6412
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Richmond Hill, ON L4B
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Markham Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
Verified
She provides psychological assessments, marital & couple counselling, treatment for: depression, patients on disability, anxiety, work/stress/career issues, trauma , MVA, driving phobia, support for life-transitions including divorce, retirement and chronic illness.
Dr. Christine Hansen, is a registered Ph.D psychologist in Clinical, Counselling and Rehabilitation Psychology with thriving practices in Richmond Hill & Markham. She is a member of the College of Psychologists and the Ontario Psychological Association. She is a FSCO licenced service provider. Dr. Hansen obtained her doctorate in Counselling Psychology from U.of T.With 25 years + of experience obtained in diverse settings, she works with a variety of problems with clients from many cultural backgrounds.While many problems resolve over time, working with a psychologist can facilitate changes and solutions sooner providing realistic strategies and reduction of stress and other psychological symptoms.
(855) 741-1303
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Richmond Hill, ON L4B
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Lixian Bao
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
My practice focuses on assisting individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma , relationship difficulties, unresolved grief, work-related problems, phobias, and stress. By applying evidence-based approaches and techniques that include mindfulness therapy, EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy), meaning therapy, and cognitive-behavioural therapy, my goal is to create a safe, warm, and non-judgmental space for you to determine how best to move forward.
(844) 510-2847
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Richmond Hill, ON L4B
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Whitehouse Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
Have you become aware of feeling constantly not good enough? Does that Inner Critic in your brain provide a constant inner dialogue of the ways in which you are failing? Do you notice that you are feeling rejected and a sense of abandonment?Are you used to putting yourself last in favour of meeting everyone else’s needs?Are you experiencing anxiety and feel as if you are in a constant state of high alert?Shelley’s approach to therapy is one of a trauma informed perspective and is always client centered. Her goal is to work with her clients in an empathetic, gentle way where She aims to hold a supportive and patient space.
(647) 724-1591
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Richmond Hill, ON L4E
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Núria Ribas
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
As a therapist with extensive experience and training in Emotion Focused, Trauma , and Cognitive Behavioural therapies, we can work together to reach your personal goals.
Do you feel ...overwhelmed? ...numb? ...stressed? ...anxious? ...depressed? ...angry? ...hopeless? ...ashamed? ...lost? ...haunted by the past? ...alone? At times we can become stuck in these painful emotions, and we desperately wish to avoid them. We temporarily block them or distract ourselves only for them to return with a vengeance. Instead, when we turn towards them to hear and heal what is underneath, the painful emotions can be truly transformed. In this way, we can use emotions as a guide and overcome the obstacles in reaching our full potential.
(416) 450-6127
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Richmond Hill, ON L4C
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Iris Chanmi Park
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My areas of specialization are depression, anxiety, anger, trauma , abuse, PTSD , family/interpersonal issues, and parenting.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with expertise in working with individuals, couples, and families who are struggling with social, emotional, and mental health challenges. I am passionate about journeying with people sensitively through their changes, growth and healing process, and helping clients recover from trauma . I have experience working with individuals (children, youth, and adults), couples and families to manage overwhelming emotions. I enjoy working with parents, providing them with strategies to manage different challenges.
(289) 275-9196
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Richmond Hill, ON L4B
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Heba Ragheb
Registered Psychotherapist, HBSc, MSW, RSW, RP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My trauma -focused strength-based services include improving communication, stress-management and self-nurturing skills.
If you are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, disconnected or struggling with difficult emotions (i.e. depression, anxiety, burnout or anger), I can certainly support you. We all get hit with hardships. It takes courage to seek help. I am happy to work with you to relieve your stress, achieve wellness and improve you quality of life. My area of specialty includes working with individuals, couples and families to manage and heal from the impact of depression, anxiety and trauma . I have an eclectic approach that combines several modalities i.e. CBT, Psychodynamic & Narrative therapy). I also offer group counselling & supervision services.
(647) 370-3784
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Richmond Hill, ON L4C
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Fabiola Duran
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, RP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My name is Fabiola. I have more than fifteen years of working experience (five years in Canada and ten years in the US) with Spanish and English speaking couples, individuals, and families in the areas of grief, infidelity, trauma , PTSD , divorce, anger management, sleep or insomnia, pregnancy, prenatal, post-partum, domestic violence, drug addictions, depression, anxiety, stress, among others. I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.
(647) 496-1036
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Richmond Hill, ON L4C
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Stefan Milosevic
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have immediate availability to see clients that are struggling with various issues which include relationship problems, trauma , addictions, obsessive compulsive disorder, depression, anxiety, and self esteem. My clients generally want to improve their quality of life by having better relationships with themselves and others as well as improving moods.
(289) 212-6361
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Richmond Hill, ON L4B
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Azam Azadi
Registered Psychotherapist, IACP, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Compassion, recovery, and discovery is what my practice is based on. I am a trauma -informed, ADHD-certified clinician. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space for anyone who walks through the doors of my office.
(647) 546-9515
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Richmond Hill, ON L4C
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Gabriela Vilar
Registered Psychotherapist, MAC, CRPO, OAMHP, CWC, Bsc
Verified
Verified
CBT and Mindfulness are well-established and researched modalities for treating a wide variety of common issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma (car accidents), anger, grief and relationship problems to name a few.
Welcome to my profile! I provide English-Spanish bilingual counselling to individuals, couples and families experiencing a variety of life transitions and challenges. Patients come to me for a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma , grieving, anger, and relationships. My approach to counselling is eclectic, meaning that I chose the modality of work based on your personality style and what can be most effective to you. My treatment modalities include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Attachment Theory and Systems Theory. I am also a Career Counsellor; I can support you in finding your career path.
(289) 301-7809
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Richmond Hill, ON L4C
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Sara Saniee
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in a blend of EMDR, neurofeedback, ego state and somatic therapy to target anxiety, depression, PTSD and attachment trauma .
Are you tired of living in "survival mode"? Either feeling chronically unsettled or inexpressibly low and numb! Perhaps, something feels missing; an emptiness you can’t quite put your finger on! There comes a time when just getting by is not enough and we can no longer hide behind a smile. Change begins when we decide that "waiting for the pain to dissipate" is no longer an option. So what if you could take back control of your life and live unchained by your history? How far would you thrive if you could tailor a life of your own design, uninterrupted by stress, anxiety or pain stories?
(289) 217-0906
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Richmond Hill, ON L4C
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Priyan Ramanihar
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MA, (Psych)
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with a wide range of issues, including but not limited to, grief, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma , and more.
I would be honoured to work with you. I believe that the right fit is important as you take this step to find the right services for yourself. I will hold space for your narrative as the expert of your own life and story. I will offer an experience that is compassionate and empathetic while we collaborate to achieve your goals. Within this therapeutic relationship, your healing and an improved sense of well-being can occur.
(905) 936-4747
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Richmond Hill, ON L4C
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Sophia Sammy
Registered Psychotherapist, CYC, MA
1 Endorsed
1 Endorsed
I have experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and with a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma , relationship issues, and life transitions. My passion lies in working with Bipoc individuals facing cultural dissonance and intergenerational trauma . I am committed to creating a safe and non-judgmental space where my clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and gain insight into themselves and their lives.
(289) 275-8980
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Richmond Hill, ON L4B
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Joyce Van Andel
Registered Social Worker, BA, Psyc, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I treat anxiety/depression, trauma and grief, life transitions, post-partum mood disorder, divorce/separation, etc.
Taking care of our mental health is more important than ever. Therapy allows you to comfortably share the thoughts, feelings, behaviours and relationship issues that are most troubling in your life. Therapy is a collaborative process, where clients are the experts in their own lives. Together, we will develop an understanding of who you are and the core aspects of what has brought you to therapy. We then will work on building on the strengths you already have and learn further strategies to put you forward in the life you want to lead.
(289) 272-9432
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Richmond Hill, ON L4E
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Mona Fakhry
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, BCD
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
The world we live in can feel scary, unsafe, or stressful leading us to feel stuck, overwhelmed, lonely, confused or unhappy. Your experience deserves to be heard and seen. I invite you to a safe and collaborative environment to work through your challenges, stress or trauma to create a space of healing and thriving. Every individual is different which is why I use an integrative and relational approach. That means I combine different techniques to support you in reaching your desired goals, including utilizing the therapeutic relationship.
(365) 400-8084
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Richmond Hill, ON L4E
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Lisa Freud-Goldman
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I am a clinical therapist with over 30 years of experience working in the field of mental health and the treatment of anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, eating disorders, relationship issues, post-traumatic stress syndrome, grief, anger management, and addictions. I also provide specialized counseling for individuals who have been in trouble with the law. Following an extensive training program I am now providing Family Mediation services. I work in partnership with my clients to establish the approach that works best for them. Each treatment plan is individualized and flexible.
(647) 955-3877
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Patricia A Weinberg
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified
Verified
We treat anxiety, depression, trauma , PTSD , and other emotional issues.
We offer adult, child, teenager, family and couple's counselling. Focusing on the strengths, abilities and feelings of our patients, we can help them move forward and make positive changes in their lives. We help to improve relationships, behaviours and academic performance, as well as to deal positively with difficult situations and work on emotional issues. As we’re a group of professionals from different cultural backgrounds, we can offer services in different languages, and with an understanding of different cultures. Our services are covered by most insurance companies and we offer reduced fees through our internship program.
(289) 236-3253
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Faina Ben-David
Registered Social Worker, MA, MSW, RSW, C Hyp
Verified
Verified
**NEW** Trained in Clinical Hypnotherapy. If you are struggling with mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, panic attacks, trauma , bereavement/grief, infertility; then I can help. There are great tools and skills you can learn to feel better and cope successfully. You can manage and master emotions that make life challenging. If you are dealing with some relationships challenges, we can work to improve that as well. I can teach you to build healthy coping skills, improve problem solving skills, develop resilience, improve self-esteem and confidence.
(289) 207-6258
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Richmond Hill, ON L4C
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Trauma and PTSD Counsellors

When should I seek treatment for trauma?

Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.

How long does trauma therapy take?

Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.

What happens if trauma is left untreated?

Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.

Can PTSD come back after treatment?

It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.