Trauma Focused Therapists in Toronto, ON
Are you or your child struggling with racing thoughts, obsessive thinking and emotions that are all over the place? Do you wish you could experience some relief from anxiety, OCD, trauma and depression? I specialize in working with children and young adults who experience these challenges. I specialize in working with children and young adults who experience these challenges. I meet you where you’re at and help you grow from there by creating a non-judgemental, curious exploration of yourself and your experiences.
Are you or your child struggling with racing thoughts, obsessive thinking and emotions that are all over the place? Do you wish you could experience some relief from anxiety, OCD, trauma and depression? I specialize in working with children and young adults who experience these challenges. I specialize in working with children and young adults who experience these challenges. I meet you where you’re at and help you grow from there by creating a non-judgemental, curious exploration of yourself and your experiences.
As a Registered Psychotherapist, I provide individual psychotherapy and CRPO approved Clinical Supervision & Consultation. I provide a warm and empathic space to help you feel less alone when dealing with overwhelming issues such as: depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, relationship difficulties, addictions, and emotional volatility. I offer a space in which you can learn to feel safer, more hopeful and at ease in yourself, your work, and your relationships. I am an experienced and empathic therapist and I will collaborate with you to tailor therapy to meet your individual needs.
As a Registered Psychotherapist, I provide individual psychotherapy and CRPO approved Clinical Supervision & Consultation. I provide a warm and empathic space to help you feel less alone when dealing with overwhelming issues such as: depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, relationship difficulties, addictions, and emotional volatility. I offer a space in which you can learn to feel safer, more hopeful and at ease in yourself, your work, and your relationships. I am an experienced and empathic therapist and I will collaborate with you to tailor therapy to meet your individual needs.
I am trauma focused and integrate mindfulness based practices.
If you need some help living the life you want, therapy is a great start. I believe that you are doing the best you can with the resources you have at the present moment. I know firsthand that life can be perpetually overwhelming—my passion is to help people heal their inner-child wounds leading them to secure relationships and self-compassion. Therapy is transformative when we feel safe and connected.
I am trauma focused and integrate mindfulness based practices.
If you need some help living the life you want, therapy is a great start. I believe that you are doing the best you can with the resources you have at the present moment. I know firsthand that life can be perpetually overwhelming—my passion is to help people heal their inner-child wounds leading them to secure relationships and self-compassion. Therapy is transformative when we feel safe and connected.
I am a Registered Clinical Psychologist with 20 years of experience, co-author of Supervision Essentials In EFT and awarded Scholar for APA Division 39 of Psychoanalysis. I specialize in trauma-focused individual psychotherapy, psychological assessment and counselling for adults aged 18-65 years. My services are best suited for those seeking to delve deeper into understanding their family dynamics, attachment history, and trauma that inform personality traits, current relational patterns, and life choices. I also offer training and supervision to students and candidates in process of registration with College of Psychologists.
I am a Registered Clinical Psychologist with 20 years of experience, co-author of Supervision Essentials In EFT and awarded Scholar for APA Division 39 of Psychoanalysis. I specialize in trauma-focused individual psychotherapy, psychological assessment and counselling for adults aged 18-65 years. My services are best suited for those seeking to delve deeper into understanding their family dynamics, attachment history, and trauma that inform personality traits, current relational patterns, and life choices. I also offer training and supervision to students and candidates in process of registration with College of Psychologists.
Kendall Smailes | Trauma | Anxiety | Teens
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Do you feel like your past is always holding onto you, no matter how much you try to move forward? Trauma can leave you feeling stuck, as though the world is unsafe, relationships are fragile, and peace is out of reach. You might feel on edge, easily triggered, or emotionally disconnected - like you’re just going through the motions. Sleep might be elusive, or maybe memories of the past surface at the worst times, leaving you overwhelmed or powerless. These feelings can make life feel exhausting and isolating, but they don’t have to define you. Healing from trauma is possible, and you don’t have to face it alone.
Do you feel like your past is always holding onto you, no matter how much you try to move forward? Trauma can leave you feeling stuck, as though the world is unsafe, relationships are fragile, and peace is out of reach. You might feel on edge, easily triggered, or emotionally disconnected - like you’re just going through the motions. Sleep might be elusive, or maybe memories of the past surface at the worst times, leaving you overwhelmed or powerless. These feelings can make life feel exhausting and isolating, but they don’t have to define you. Healing from trauma is possible, and you don’t have to face it alone.
I provide trauma focused treatment as needed.
For the past 16 years I have worked with youth and families who are struggling with a variety of mental health issues or relationship difficulties. Often the clients I support are families who are experiencing conflict, whose members are feeling disconnected or teenagers and young adults who are struggling with intense emotions and engaging in behaviours that are concerning to themselves or their caregivers. I work well with people who are interested in transforming themselves and their relationships rather than those who are focused on symptom reduction alone. In addition, I work with adults who have experienced childhood trauma.
I provide trauma focused treatment as needed.
For the past 16 years I have worked with youth and families who are struggling with a variety of mental health issues or relationship difficulties. Often the clients I support are families who are experiencing conflict, whose members are feeling disconnected or teenagers and young adults who are struggling with intense emotions and engaging in behaviours that are concerning to themselves or their caregivers. I work well with people who are interested in transforming themselves and their relationships rather than those who are focused on symptom reduction alone. In addition, I work with adults who have experienced childhood trauma.
Caroline Boutefeu
Registered Psychotherapist, MAC, MsPsych
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6H
If you're navigating the complexities of trauma, depression, or anxiety, you're not alone. While I specialize in these areas, my approach resonates with anyone seeking deeper understanding and growth. I also emphasize understanding your social and cultural context and recognizing the importance of your unique identity and values. Together, we'll delve into your feelings, explore personal experiences, and foster a path toward empowerment, crafting strategies that align with your journey and emotional well-being
If you're navigating the complexities of trauma, depression, or anxiety, you're not alone. While I specialize in these areas, my approach resonates with anyone seeking deeper understanding and growth. I also emphasize understanding your social and cultural context and recognizing the importance of your unique identity and values. Together, we'll delve into your feelings, explore personal experiences, and foster a path toward empowerment, crafting strategies that align with your journey and emotional well-being
To grow and to heal. This is a choice we can make. If you are reading this, you have already taken a step in that direction. Perhaps you are wondering if therapy can help you take some more steps. These steps can be in many directions – doing better, achieving goals, reducing distress, managing difficult emotions, understanding unhelpful patterns, dealing with relationship issues, coming to terms with the issues of the past, or seeking answers to life’s challenging questions. We arrive in therapy with our own unique expectations. My goal is to help you take the steps towards meeting those expectations.
To grow and to heal. This is a choice we can make. If you are reading this, you have already taken a step in that direction. Perhaps you are wondering if therapy can help you take some more steps. These steps can be in many directions – doing better, achieving goals, reducing distress, managing difficult emotions, understanding unhelpful patterns, dealing with relationship issues, coming to terms with the issues of the past, or seeking answers to life’s challenging questions. We arrive in therapy with our own unique expectations. My goal is to help you take the steps towards meeting those expectations.
Using evidence based models such EMDR, EFT, CBT- trauma focused treatment, DBT and Mindfulness, I treat a wide range of issues such as trauma, PTSD, grief, depression, anxiety, couple's difficulties, parenting, self esteem, relationship issues, anger, employment difficulties, harassment, immigration and other issues.
You can be free to live your best life!!! I provide collaborative therapeutic work in assisting you to resolve issues, restore perspectives and recharge your dreams. I am a caring psychotherapist with a genuine enthusiasm for people to know inner wellness and personal freedom. My significant experience have provided me confidence in treating various psychological, emotional and behavioural issues in individuals, couples and families. My approach is to provide meaningful and effective treatment in a safe, nurturing and non-judgmental environment where you can find a support that is compassionate and transformative.
Using evidence based models such EMDR, EFT, CBT- trauma focused treatment, DBT and Mindfulness, I treat a wide range of issues such as trauma, PTSD, grief, depression, anxiety, couple's difficulties, parenting, self esteem, relationship issues, anger, employment difficulties, harassment, immigration and other issues.
You can be free to live your best life!!! I provide collaborative therapeutic work in assisting you to resolve issues, restore perspectives and recharge your dreams. I am a caring psychotherapist with a genuine enthusiasm for people to know inner wellness and personal freedom. My significant experience have provided me confidence in treating various psychological, emotional and behavioural issues in individuals, couples and families. My approach is to provide meaningful and effective treatment in a safe, nurturing and non-judgmental environment where you can find a support that is compassionate and transformative.
Hi, I’m Ashlyn, owner of Mindful Pleasures Therapy. I hold a master’s degree from the University of Toronto and focus on supporting individuals and couples. My approach blends anti-oppressive, holistic, somatic, and evidence-based techniques. I’m passionate about creating a strong therapeutic relationship with you—one where you feel comfortable and cozy in a warm, judgment-free space to explore your thoughts and feelings. In our sessions, you’ll be an active participant as we work together to help you achieve your goals.
Hi, I’m Ashlyn, owner of Mindful Pleasures Therapy. I hold a master’s degree from the University of Toronto and focus on supporting individuals and couples. My approach blends anti-oppressive, holistic, somatic, and evidence-based techniques. I’m passionate about creating a strong therapeutic relationship with you—one where you feel comfortable and cozy in a warm, judgment-free space to explore your thoughts and feelings. In our sessions, you’ll be an active participant as we work together to help you achieve your goals.
She specializes in CBT, EFT, trauma focused therapy, positive psychology, solution-focused, mindfulness techniques, attachment theory, Gottman couples therapy, and tailors treatment specifically to the individual.
Sonia makes use of evidence based therapies and training, and her approach is to offer individualized techniques and strategies that clients can employ in their daily life and master as part of their everyday toolbox. This is also accomplished by Sonia’s commitment to engage in ongoing training and supervision.
She specializes in CBT, EFT, trauma focused therapy, positive psychology, solution-focused, mindfulness techniques, attachment theory, Gottman couples therapy, and tailors treatment specifically to the individual.
Sonia makes use of evidence based therapies and training, and her approach is to offer individualized techniques and strategies that clients can employ in their daily life and master as part of their everyday toolbox. This is also accomplished by Sonia’s commitment to engage in ongoing training and supervision.
Meet Our Trauma Focused Counsellors
Do you ever feel alone, unsafe, scared, or guilty? Even when things seem okay? It is very common for one part of our brain to feel that things are wrong, even if we don’t fully understand why or know what to do about it. This is particularly true for those who have experienced trauma in their lives - whether that be a specific traumatic event or the trauma of living in an oppressive, racist, transphobic, homophobic, and ableist system. In my personal and professional life as a queer, brown, and trauma-focused therapist, I have seen that therapy can help us process our past experiences and create a space for us to heal.
Do you ever feel alone, unsafe, scared, or guilty? Even when things seem okay? It is very common for one part of our brain to feel that things are wrong, even if we don’t fully understand why or know what to do about it. This is particularly true for those who have experienced trauma in their lives - whether that be a specific traumatic event or the trauma of living in an oppressive, racist, transphobic, homophobic, and ableist system. In my personal and professional life as a queer, brown, and trauma-focused therapist, I have seen that therapy can help us process our past experiences and create a space for us to heal.
Warmth, engagement, attunement and compassion - these are some of the characteristics that support the relational work I offer clients. I'm an attachment-based, trauma-focused therapist, trained to integrate many other therapeutic approaches - for example, mentalization, mindfulness, body-based approaches, stress reduction, psycho-education. I am particularly experienced in working with emotional neglect and abuse, physical/sexual trauma and dissociation, mood disorders, low self-esteem, self-harm ), identity issues (gender, sexuality and culture) and relationship difficulties (personal and professional).
Warmth, engagement, attunement and compassion - these are some of the characteristics that support the relational work I offer clients. I'm an attachment-based, trauma-focused therapist, trained to integrate many other therapeutic approaches - for example, mentalization, mindfulness, body-based approaches, stress reduction, psycho-education. I am particularly experienced in working with emotional neglect and abuse, physical/sexual trauma and dissociation, mood disorders, low self-esteem, self-harm ), identity issues (gender, sexuality and culture) and relationship difficulties (personal and professional).
Life has a way of challenging us, sometimes pushing us into corners where we feel overwhelmed and uncertain. As a humanistic therapist, I believe that each individual has an innate wisdom and capacity for growth. My role is not to direct or instruct, but rather to walk alongside you, helping to organize your thoughts and navigate through the complexities of life. I offer a space of unconditional positive regard, empathy, and authenticity, where you can explore your experiences without judgment.
Life has a way of challenging us, sometimes pushing us into corners where we feel overwhelmed and uncertain. As a humanistic therapist, I believe that each individual has an innate wisdom and capacity for growth. My role is not to direct or instruct, but rather to walk alongside you, helping to organize your thoughts and navigate through the complexities of life. I offer a space of unconditional positive regard, empathy, and authenticity, where you can explore your experiences without judgment.
Take a pause and connect with your hopes from this process.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of what’s next, I assure you that there is a way through. Together, we’ll explore your past to understand your present and move forward to take steps that aligns with your values.
I specialize in trauma, grief, shame, perfectionism, body-image, cultural adjustment, immigrant mental health, high sensitivity and focus, psychosomatic issues, creativity blocks, and spiritual growth. My goal is to create a space where your dreams, aspirations, desires, beliefs, judgments and full spectrum of emotions are listened and cared.
Take a pause and connect with your hopes from this process.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of what’s next, I assure you that there is a way through. Together, we’ll explore your past to understand your present and move forward to take steps that aligns with your values.
I specialize in trauma, grief, shame, perfectionism, body-image, cultural adjustment, immigrant mental health, high sensitivity and focus, psychosomatic issues, creativity blocks, and spiritual growth. My goal is to create a space where your dreams, aspirations, desires, beliefs, judgments and full spectrum of emotions are listened and cared.
Kara-Lynn Carder
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, Hons B
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Therapy is about being heard, being seen, and learning how to make new choices – and knowing that you don’t have to do this on your own. I have experienced working with children, teens, young adults, and families impacted by mental health challenges, crisis situations, and traumatic life experiences. I work from a client-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed modality and experienced in the assessment and treatment of, but not limited to, the following: CPTSD/PTSD; ADHD; Suicidality and Self Harm; Depression/Grief and Anxiety/OCD/GAD; BPD; 2SLGBTQ+ Issues; and Family Conflict.
Therapy is about being heard, being seen, and learning how to make new choices – and knowing that you don’t have to do this on your own. I have experienced working with children, teens, young adults, and families impacted by mental health challenges, crisis situations, and traumatic life experiences. I work from a client-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed modality and experienced in the assessment and treatment of, but not limited to, the following: CPTSD/PTSD; ADHD; Suicidality and Self Harm; Depression/Grief and Anxiety/OCD/GAD; BPD; 2SLGBTQ+ Issues; and Family Conflict.
Are you tired of feeling stuck and repeating the same old patterns that lead to unsatisfactory outcomes? You have convinced yourself that you will figure it out on your own, but you find yourself frustrated and disappointed with the outcomes, which leave you feeling depressed, angry, and anxious. You are fully aware of the kind of life that would bring you peace, security, and wholeness, but the fear that it is just a fantasy in your mind is holding you back. My goal is to help you build skills to navigate and process traumatic past and present experiences and negative emotions when they arise.
Are you tired of feeling stuck and repeating the same old patterns that lead to unsatisfactory outcomes? You have convinced yourself that you will figure it out on your own, but you find yourself frustrated and disappointed with the outcomes, which leave you feeling depressed, angry, and anxious. You are fully aware of the kind of life that would bring you peace, security, and wholeness, but the fear that it is just a fantasy in your mind is holding you back. My goal is to help you build skills to navigate and process traumatic past and present experiences and negative emotions when they arise.
I am a trauma focused and somatically informed therapist specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, trauma and related issues for the past 18 years.
Do you feel stuck in creating the life you want? Are relationships challenging for you and you don't know why? You do so much to make others in your life happy, so why do you not feel good? You have done some reflection or have been in therapy before, but something still seems to be missing. Maybe you learned to successfully manage your eating disorder symptoms, anxiety etc, but continue to experience inner conflict. You are confused about this inner conflict and are looking to understand it. You continue to not feel at peace with yourself, you continue to not accept yourself.
I am a trauma focused and somatically informed therapist specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, trauma and related issues for the past 18 years.
Do you feel stuck in creating the life you want? Are relationships challenging for you and you don't know why? You do so much to make others in your life happy, so why do you not feel good? You have done some reflection or have been in therapy before, but something still seems to be missing. Maybe you learned to successfully manage your eating disorder symptoms, anxiety etc, but continue to experience inner conflict. You are confused about this inner conflict and are looking to understand it. You continue to not feel at peace with yourself, you continue to not accept yourself.
I support individuals experiencing challenges with relationship/attachment patterns, self-esteem, anxiety, school/career stress, depression, grief/loss, ADHD, ASD, trauma, and life transitions. My approach begins with building a therapeutic rapport to provide space for exploring, curiosity, and healing. I practice from a framework that recognizes your individual strengths, is informed by attachment, considers neuroscience research, and is cognizant of any past trauma/circumstances that brought you here. Collaboratively, we will use a combination of evidence-based strategies to manage your current concerns and foster hope/resilience.
I support individuals experiencing challenges with relationship/attachment patterns, self-esteem, anxiety, school/career stress, depression, grief/loss, ADHD, ASD, trauma, and life transitions. My approach begins with building a therapeutic rapport to provide space for exploring, curiosity, and healing. I practice from a framework that recognizes your individual strengths, is informed by attachment, considers neuroscience research, and is cognizant of any past trauma/circumstances that brought you here. Collaboratively, we will use a combination of evidence-based strategies to manage your current concerns and foster hope/resilience.
Since 2001, I have provided psychological services to individuals, couples, and families. My work has focused on the areas of mood, anxiety, trauma, sex and sexuality, personality, attachment and relationships. I can support you to gain a deep understanding of your struggles and the path forward in your healing journey. Together we’ll help you build a more secure and resilient sense of self, and strengthening relationships to help you overcome emotional distress. Collaboratively, we’ll set out your goals, and use integrative evidenced-based approaches to achieving them.
Since 2001, I have provided psychological services to individuals, couples, and families. My work has focused on the areas of mood, anxiety, trauma, sex and sexuality, personality, attachment and relationships. I can support you to gain a deep understanding of your struggles and the path forward in your healing journey. Together we’ll help you build a more secure and resilient sense of self, and strengthening relationships to help you overcome emotional distress. Collaboratively, we’ll set out your goals, and use integrative evidenced-based approaches to achieving them.
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