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Tara Cardiff
Tara Cardiff
Occupational Therapist, MA, (Psych), BSc(OT)
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Tara Cardiff

Occupational Therapist, MA, (Psych), BSc(OT) (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
5420 Hwy 6, Guelph, ON N1H
(226) 780-7081
Let's Connect (226) 780-7081
I work with youth and adults who are struggling with cumulative stress, anxiety, or trauma and want to develop a sense of emotional stability and well-being; they're looking for a therapist who can be authentic. Going beyond traditional talk therapy, I use somatic (body-based) psychotherapy in healing trauma, including developmental trauma - childhood abuse, neglect, or caregiver misattunement. Somatic therapy is a gentle experiential approach that integrates awareness of body sensations to allow the body, mind and emotions to heal more from trauma, so you can feel more connected and engaged in your life.
Before healing from traumatic experiences, you might feel like you're often in a fight-or-flight state (on edge, irritable, angry, can't sleep) or feel shut down (numb, no energy, depressed, or dissociated). I use Somatic Experiencing and other somatic approaches for trauma-focused work, and to treat anxiety and cumulative stress.
My practice is LGBTQ+ affirming - I work with individuals of all genders, sexual & romantic orientations, and relationship styles. You're welcome to come talk to me for 15 minutes (no charge) - you can ask any questions you might have, and see if we're a good fit.
Call or Tara Cardiff now for a free 15 minute consultation - (226) 780-7081

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Orchard Park Office Centre

5420 Hwy 6

Guelph, ON N1H

(226) 780-7081
Individual psychotherapy focused on trauma recovery and somatics. I offer longer session times to allow for deeper work.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety, and LGBTQ+
$185 Per Session
I see individuals and groups
Let's Connect (226) 780-7081

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Orchard Park Office Centre

5420 Hwy 6

Guelph, ON N1H

(226) 780-7081
Individual psychotherapy focused on trauma recovery and somatics. I offer longer session times to allow for deeper work.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety, and LGBTQ+
$185 Per Session
I see individuals and groups

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $185
  • Couple Sessions $277
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Session fees: $185 for 50 minutes; $277.50 for 75 minutes.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 780-7081
Tara Cardiff
Occupational Therapist, MA, (Psych), BSc(OT)
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Session fees: $185 for 50 minutes; $277.50 for 75 minutes.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 780-7081
Tara Cardiff
Occupational Therapist, MA, (Psych), BSc(OT)

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / G1505580
  • In Practice for 18 Years
  • Certificate from Somatic Experiencing International - 3-Year Professional Training Program
  • Certificate from EMDR International Association - EMDR Basic Training
  • Attended McGill University & Wilfred Laurier University
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Trained in several therapy approaches for complex trauma, including Somatic Experiencing, attachment-focused therapy, art- and sensory-based trauma integration, and EMDR.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 780-7081
Tara Cardiff
Occupational Therapist, MA, (Psych), BSc(OT)
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Trained in several therapy approaches for complex trauma, including Somatic Experiencing, attachment-focused therapy, art- and sensory-based trauma integration, and EMDR.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 780-7081
Tara Cardiff
Occupational Therapist, MA, (Psych), BSc(OT)

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety
  • LGBTQ+

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Autism
  • Bisexual
  • Burnout & Cumulative Stress
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Intensity, Giftedness & Creativity
  • Lesbian
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Transgender
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I use somatic psychotherapy to help people recover from anxiety, trauma, and cumulative stress. I also do somatic and experiential work around self-concept, emotional intensity, giftedness, creativity, and managing/integrating emotions.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 780-7081
Tara Cardiff
Occupational Therapist, MA, (Psych), BSc(OT)
"
I use somatic psychotherapy to help people recover from anxiety, trauma, and cumulative stress. I also do somatic and experiential work around self-concept, emotional intensity, giftedness, creativity, and managing/integrating emotions.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 780-7081
Tara Cardiff
Occupational Therapist, MA, (Psych), BSc(OT)

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Body Positivity , 
Gay Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Age

Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Body Positivity , 
Gay Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • EMDR
  • Existential
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Safe and Sound Protocol for Auditory Sensitivity
  • Somatic
  • Somatic Experiencing - Trauma Treattment
  • Transpersonal
  • Trauma Focused
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My practice focuses on somatic psychotherapy. This style of therapy is helpful for people who sense they've hit a plateau with talk therapy, or want to recover from shock trauma or developmental trauma. Healthcare professionals often seek out somatic psychotherapy to address cumulative stress, burnout, empathy fatigue, and vicarious trauma.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 780-7081
Tara Cardiff
Occupational Therapist, MA, (Psych), BSc(OT)
"
My practice focuses on somatic psychotherapy. This style of therapy is helpful for people who sense they've hit a plateau with talk therapy, or want to recover from shock trauma or developmental trauma. Healthcare professionals often seek out somatic psychotherapy to address cumulative stress, burnout, empathy fatigue, and vicarious trauma.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 780-7081
Tara Cardiff
Occupational Therapist, MA, (Psych), BSc(OT)

Groups

Trauma-Informed Mindfulness & Somatics

Tara Cardiff
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Mindfulness, meditation, and somatics practices can contribute to mental health, healing, and well-being. In this group program, you'll try out short practices that can help with anxiety, sleep, self-acceptance, and management of emotions. We'll go over adaptations to these practices for people with post-trauma symptoms. Sessions will also cover key concepts to recovery from trauma, anxiety, and chronic stress. Participants will be supported to create a home practice that works for each individual. The overall goal is to build your nervous system’s capacity to feel safe, centered, connected, and resilient. Next Start Date: TBD

Expertise

Anxiety
Chronic Pain
Trauma and PTSD

Types of Therapy

Trauma Focused

Age

Adults

Group Meets

Every Thu 11 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.

Location

5420 Highway 6 North

Guelph, ON N1H

Email Tara Cardiff about this group or call - (226) 780-7081

Location

Primary Location

Orchard Park Office Centre

5420 Hwy 6

Guelph, ON N1H

(226) 780-7081

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

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Postal Codes

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Individual psychotherapy focused on trauma recovery and somatics. I offer longer session times to allow for deeper work.
Call for a free consultation now - (226) 780-7081
Tara Cardiff
Occupational Therapist, MA, (Psych), BSc(OT)
"
Individual psychotherapy focused on trauma recovery and somatics. I offer longer session times to allow for deeper work.
Call for a free consultation now - (226) 780-7081
Tara Cardiff
Occupational Therapist, MA, (Psych), BSc(OT)
Last Modified: 11 Nov 2023