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Sharlene L Gumbs
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brampton, ON L6X  (Online Only)
I specialize in trauma processing, addressing unhealthy thinking patterns, and assisting with relationship and communication issues.
Are you grappling with symptoms of anxiety or depression? Feeling overwhelmed by stress? Dealing with the aftermath of a relationship with a narcissist? Perhaps your past trauma weighs heavily on your present? Or maybe you're seeking better control over your career or personal life? No matter the struggle, life's complexities can take a toll. Strategies for a Healthier Mindset I offer supportive strategies to help you navigate these challenges, providing tools to destress and foster a fresh perspective.
I specialize in trauma processing, addressing unhealthy thinking patterns, and assisting with relationship and communication issues.
Are you grappling with symptoms of anxiety or depression? Feeling overwhelmed by stress? Dealing with the aftermath of a relationship with a narcissist? Perhaps your past trauma weighs heavily on your present? Or maybe you're seeking better control over your career or personal life? No matter the struggle, life's complexities can take a toll. Strategies for a Healthier Mindset I offer supportive strategies to help you navigate these challenges, providing tools to destress and foster a fresh perspective.
(289) 401-5172 View (289) 401-5172
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Kianna Reeve
Registered Social Worker, RSSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brampton, ON L6R
I enjoy creating a safe space for a diverse range of clients, including: youth, adolescents, families, couples, and individuals from racialized and LGBTQIA2S+ communities. I specialize in supporting those living with mood and personality disorders, addictions, trauma, anxieties, neurodevelopmental disorders, life transitions, and more. What drives me in this field is witnessing the resilience and strength of my clients as they overcome obstacles and achieve their goals. From a young age, I have always had a passion for helping people and now, I have the privilege of guiding others towards positive change.
I enjoy creating a safe space for a diverse range of clients, including: youth, adolescents, families, couples, and individuals from racialized and LGBTQIA2S+ communities. I specialize in supporting those living with mood and personality disorders, addictions, trauma, anxieties, neurodevelopmental disorders, life transitions, and more. What drives me in this field is witnessing the resilience and strength of my clients as they overcome obstacles and achieve their goals. From a young age, I have always had a passion for helping people and now, I have the privilege of guiding others towards positive change.
(289) 904-5564 View (289) 904-5564
Clear Mind Psychotherapy & Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, RPC, MPCP, RP
Verified Verified
Brampton, ON L6X  (Online Only)
When you want to find alternatives, bring improvement, clarity and transformation to your life, you want to do it sooner rather than later. CLEAR MIND offers short-term therapy, and if you work your program, fast results. I am well trained in treating trauma, grief, family turmoil, and other negative situations. With a BA in psychology, I was a Master Counsellor and Registered Psychotherapist, with the CPCA (with membership based on counselling competency), and now have full membership, without restrictions, with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.
When you want to find alternatives, bring improvement, clarity and transformation to your life, you want to do it sooner rather than later. CLEAR MIND offers short-term therapy, and if you work your program, fast results. I am well trained in treating trauma, grief, family turmoil, and other negative situations. With a BA in psychology, I was a Master Counsellor and Registered Psychotherapist, with the CPCA (with membership based on counselling competency), and now have full membership, without restrictions, with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.
(289) 271-0737 View (289) 271-0737
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Zakir Farook Savai:
Registered Psychotherapist, MPS, EMDR
Verified Verified
Brampton, ON L6P
I am trained in administering EMDR for trauma.
We all have different backgrounds and journeys that lead us to crossroads in life; some of us are hoping for relief, while others are searching for growth. When I get calls from clients looking for help, they don’t ask me what modality I use, instead they want to know who I am. Therapy is more about the relationship than the method, and this has been proven by research. I will apply my knowledge and expertise to help you navigate your psychological, emotional and relational issues with care. I have been helping people for over a decade in various capacities. We all have untapped resources and strengths waiting to be discovered.
I am trained in administering EMDR for trauma.
We all have different backgrounds and journeys that lead us to crossroads in life; some of us are hoping for relief, while others are searching for growth. When I get calls from clients looking for help, they don’t ask me what modality I use, instead they want to know who I am. Therapy is more about the relationship than the method, and this has been proven by research. I will apply my knowledge and expertise to help you navigate your psychological, emotional and relational issues with care. I have been helping people for over a decade in various capacities. We all have untapped resources and strengths waiting to be discovered.
(289) 207-5649 View (289) 207-5649
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Amrit Kaur Malhotra
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, AccFM
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brampton, ON L6W  (Online Only)
Amrit specializes in three areas,Collaborative Divorce as a Family Professional, Fertility and Organizational Trauma offering onsite debriefings.
Amrit is a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Toronto, and a member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. She has been practicing social work for 29 years primarily in health care and employee/ family assistance programs. She understands Punjabi and is an LGBTQ+ ally. Amrit looks forward to supporting you to develop coping skills and tools to move through the difficulties, uncertainties and crises in your life, especially during Covid-19.
Amrit specializes in three areas,Collaborative Divorce as a Family Professional, Fertility and Organizational Trauma offering onsite debriefings.
Amrit is a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Toronto, and a member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. She has been practicing social work for 29 years primarily in health care and employee/ family assistance programs. She understands Punjabi and is an LGBTQ+ ally. Amrit looks forward to supporting you to develop coping skills and tools to move through the difficulties, uncertainties and crises in your life, especially during Covid-19.
(647) 952-6379 View (647) 952-6379
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Miranda Elise Klimowski, MA, RP
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Brampton, ON L6T
How important is it for you to engage with a therapist who deeply understands and can help you with childhood trauma and adverse experiences? Would you value a therapeutic experience centred on empathy, safety and a personal commitment to your growth and healing? I am passionate about assisting my clients grappling with childhood trauma, addiction, self-esteem issues, and relationship challenges. Offering individual and marriage counselling, I emphasize self-esteem, anxiety, alcohol addiction, coping strategies, childhood trauma, and life transitions.
How important is it for you to engage with a therapist who deeply understands and can help you with childhood trauma and adverse experiences? Would you value a therapeutic experience centred on empathy, safety and a personal commitment to your growth and healing? I am passionate about assisting my clients grappling with childhood trauma, addiction, self-esteem issues, and relationship challenges. Offering individual and marriage counselling, I emphasize self-esteem, anxiety, alcohol addiction, coping strategies, childhood trauma, and life transitions.
(437) 800-0368 View (437) 800-0368
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Shannon Kane
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP (Q), CRPO, MACP, BA
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Brampton, ON L6T  (Online Only)
Struggling with low self-esteem? Looking to unlock your full potential? Trauma can manifest differently in each individual. Shannon Kane, a compassionate mental health professional at Canadian Therapy, employs a somatic approach to create a relaxed mindset and facilitate open dialogue. Whether dealing with anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, or aiming for psychological flexibility, Shannon believes in cultivating a safe environment.
Struggling with low self-esteem? Looking to unlock your full potential? Trauma can manifest differently in each individual. Shannon Kane, a compassionate mental health professional at Canadian Therapy, employs a somatic approach to create a relaxed mindset and facilitate open dialogue. Whether dealing with anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, or aiming for psychological flexibility, Shannon believes in cultivating a safe environment.
(437) 747-3832 View (437) 747-3832
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Taran Ranu
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP (Q), MACP, CRPO
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Brampton, ON L6T  (Online Only)
As a Registered Psychotherapist, I offer support to individuals aged 14+ experiencing issues relating to anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, sex, marriage, self-esteem, identity, and grief.
My commitment as a therapist lies in fostering empathy, and compassion. I prioritize active listening to understand and address my clients' concerns. I also focus on personalizing the therapy session to my client’s needs while building a warm, inclusive, and validating safe space that is culturally responsive and socially just. In practice, I bring an inclusive space catered to individuals from diverse populations and socioeconomic backgrounds that advocate for women and men from various unique life experiences to feel empowered and understood.
As a Registered Psychotherapist, I offer support to individuals aged 14+ experiencing issues relating to anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, sex, marriage, self-esteem, identity, and grief.
My commitment as a therapist lies in fostering empathy, and compassion. I prioritize active listening to understand and address my clients' concerns. I also focus on personalizing the therapy session to my client’s needs while building a warm, inclusive, and validating safe space that is culturally responsive and socially just. In practice, I bring an inclusive space catered to individuals from diverse populations and socioeconomic backgrounds that advocate for women and men from various unique life experiences to feel empowered and understood.
(437) 292-3981 View (437) 292-3981
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Desiree Brown
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Brampton, ON L6S
I use a variety of therapeutic styles: DBT, CBT, internal family systems, emotion focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, harm-reduction, brief solution focused therapy and the triphasic model of trauma therapy.
I share a common human experience with my clients and appreciate our journeys. Maybe you're considering therapy to connect with someone non-judgmental and outside your personal support system; you're feeling uneasy or worrying about life; you're withdrawing from others and no longer find joy and pleasure; substance use or a habitual behaviour is getting in the way of meaningful relationships and meeting life’s challenges; or you experienced a major event in your life and you're feeling overwhelmed. We will endeavour to understand these challenges and I will support you in taking steps that would benefit you.
I use a variety of therapeutic styles: DBT, CBT, internal family systems, emotion focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, harm-reduction, brief solution focused therapy and the triphasic model of trauma therapy.
I share a common human experience with my clients and appreciate our journeys. Maybe you're considering therapy to connect with someone non-judgmental and outside your personal support system; you're feeling uneasy or worrying about life; you're withdrawing from others and no longer find joy and pleasure; substance use or a habitual behaviour is getting in the way of meaningful relationships and meeting life’s challenges; or you experienced a major event in your life and you're feeling overwhelmed. We will endeavour to understand these challenges and I will support you in taking steps that would benefit you.
(289) 276-8871 View (289) 276-8871
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Krish Dhir
Registered Social Worker, BComm, BSW, MSW RSW
Verified Verified
Brampton, ON L6P  (Online Only)
I focus on self-doubt, perfectionism, trauma, workplace burnout, stress management, relationship issues, pre & post bariatric surgery adjustment and emotional eating.
Do you ever wonder what feeling different or positive change would look like? Accessing help can be a challenging yet a simple process depending on the different walks of life we come from. Whether you are having difficulty coping with an event that happened in the past or present, feeling stuck, sad, overwhelmed, worried about the future, want to break the cycle of an unhelpful pattern that is impacting your life, managing avoidance, or improve relationships, we will work together to develop strategies towards achieving your goals at your pace. I will partner with you to refine and align your intentions for personal growth!
I focus on self-doubt, perfectionism, trauma, workplace burnout, stress management, relationship issues, pre & post bariatric surgery adjustment and emotional eating.
Do you ever wonder what feeling different or positive change would look like? Accessing help can be a challenging yet a simple process depending on the different walks of life we come from. Whether you are having difficulty coping with an event that happened in the past or present, feeling stuck, sad, overwhelmed, worried about the future, want to break the cycle of an unhelpful pattern that is impacting your life, managing avoidance, or improve relationships, we will work together to develop strategies towards achieving your goals at your pace. I will partner with you to refine and align your intentions for personal growth!
(289) 217-0461 View (289) 217-0461
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Jacqueline Fisher
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, MBA
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Brampton, ON L6V
Do you struggle with anxious thoughts or excessive sadness? Have you lost your sense of self? Ability to function? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed and frustrated? You can live a better life because through therapy change is possible and there is hope. Together we can begin this journey towards a happy and meaningful life. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression and trauma for individuals and families. I work with children (7+), adolescents and adults utilizing various treatment methods.
Do you struggle with anxious thoughts or excessive sadness? Have you lost your sense of self? Ability to function? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed and frustrated? You can live a better life because through therapy change is possible and there is hope. Together we can begin this journey towards a happy and meaningful life. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression and trauma for individuals and families. I work with children (7+), adolescents and adults utilizing various treatment methods.
(289) 272-9476 View (289) 272-9476
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Karen U. Bryan Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, BA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brampton, ON L6X
Trauma work: PTSD and abuse recovery is another area of specialty.
Are you stuck and cant seem to find your way out of one or many issues? I never underestimate the resilience of a person but often one needs help to make sense of what is happening and triggering this state that they find themselves in. I wish to facilitate this process offering supporting strategies, insights, gentle challenges, and empowerment that assist you in breaking free. I believe in cultivating a non-judgmental atmosphere enabling the freedom for you to share and be heard and affirmed so as to assist the journey to recovery.
Trauma work: PTSD and abuse recovery is another area of specialty.
Are you stuck and cant seem to find your way out of one or many issues? I never underestimate the resilience of a person but often one needs help to make sense of what is happening and triggering this state that they find themselves in. I wish to facilitate this process offering supporting strategies, insights, gentle challenges, and empowerment that assist you in breaking free. I believe in cultivating a non-judgmental atmosphere enabling the freedom for you to share and be heard and affirmed so as to assist the journey to recovery.
(647) 625-3794 View (647) 625-3794
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Inner Voice Therapy
Registered Social Worker, HBA, MSW, RSW, PsyD, ClinPsy
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brampton, ON L6W  (Online Only)
We provide evidence-based treatment for Borderline Personality Disorder, Addictions, Eating Disorders, Anxiety-related disorders (including OCD), Depression, PTSD and low self-esteem.
My team and I aren't just qualified therapists; we have walked a similar path that you are on. We have felt cultural confusion, self-doubt, and the echoes of generational struggles. We get you because we have been you. Our support goes beyond textbooks. We offer research-based treatment and services in various languages to create a safe space where you can share your story and find relief from your silent suffering. You are in the right place. Let’s move past parental approval and traditions, leaving behind insecurities, toxic shame, and self-doubt. Don’t just learn to feel better. Learn to know you belong wherever you are.
We provide evidence-based treatment for Borderline Personality Disorder, Addictions, Eating Disorders, Anxiety-related disorders (including OCD), Depression, PTSD and low self-esteem.
My team and I aren't just qualified therapists; we have walked a similar path that you are on. We have felt cultural confusion, self-doubt, and the echoes of generational struggles. We get you because we have been you. Our support goes beyond textbooks. We offer research-based treatment and services in various languages to create a safe space where you can share your story and find relief from your silent suffering. You are in the right place. Let’s move past parental approval and traditions, leaving behind insecurities, toxic shame, and self-doubt. Don’t just learn to feel better. Learn to know you belong wherever you are.
(866) 391-6874 View (866) 391-6874
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South Asian Therapy - Rida Quadri
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brampton, ON L6W
I work with South Asian men and women struggling with anxiety, anger, stress, self esteem and trauma.
Accepting new clients - Having been in counselling myself, I understand the immense comfort of finding someone who can help navigate life's challenges. Whether you're facing many issues, feeling swamped by a big event, or something in the middle, I'm here for you. Let's join forces to turn your struggles into steps towards a peaceful and confident life. Every challenge, big or small, is a chance for growth, and I'm committed to guiding you through and making sure your troubles don't stand in your way. Together, let's move forward to a brighter future.
I work with South Asian men and women struggling with anxiety, anger, stress, self esteem and trauma.
Accepting new clients - Having been in counselling myself, I understand the immense comfort of finding someone who can help navigate life's challenges. Whether you're facing many issues, feeling swamped by a big event, or something in the middle, I'm here for you. Let's join forces to turn your struggles into steps towards a peaceful and confident life. Every challenge, big or small, is a chance for growth, and I'm committed to guiding you through and making sure your troubles don't stand in your way. Together, let's move forward to a brighter future.
(343) 307-5842 View (343) 307-5842
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Abi Awotunde
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Brampton, ON L6T  (Online Only)
Some people have been dealt a difficult hand in life which can make pushing forward seem impossible. Challenges like anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and relational issues can be hard to navigate alone. I believe each person has the ability and skill to be able to help themselves. It's my role to help support people in that process. My job is not to “fix”, but to guide and assist you with becoming your best self. I have worked in both clinical and community settings with individuals, families, children, and youth from various ages and backgrounds and have learned much about the strength of the people I have worked with.
Some people have been dealt a difficult hand in life which can make pushing forward seem impossible. Challenges like anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and relational issues can be hard to navigate alone. I believe each person has the ability and skill to be able to help themselves. It's my role to help support people in that process. My job is not to “fix”, but to guide and assist you with becoming your best self. I have worked in both clinical and community settings with individuals, families, children, and youth from various ages and backgrounds and have learned much about the strength of the people I have worked with.
(289) 271-1882 View (289) 271-1882
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Josset Johnson
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brampton, ON L6T
I am a relational, trauma-focused therapist whose empathy helps to create a safe, empowering, and non-judgmental space.
Life happens to all of us, and it can be unfair, traumatic, disappointing, and stressful. It can leave you feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, hurt, and exhausted. Know that no matter the situation, you have what it takes; you are enough to overcome the problems that pose as barriers to your authentic connection to yourself and others. I have supported and equipped individuals, couples, and families to live a relational life of authentic connection to themselves and others regardless of the circumstances they encounter. There is hope in every situation! Remember, through the metamorphosis comes a beautiful butterfly!
I am a relational, trauma-focused therapist whose empathy helps to create a safe, empowering, and non-judgmental space.
Life happens to all of us, and it can be unfair, traumatic, disappointing, and stressful. It can leave you feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, hurt, and exhausted. Know that no matter the situation, you have what it takes; you are enough to overcome the problems that pose as barriers to your authentic connection to yourself and others. I have supported and equipped individuals, couples, and families to live a relational life of authentic connection to themselves and others regardless of the circumstances they encounter. There is hope in every situation! Remember, through the metamorphosis comes a beautiful butterfly!
(289) 203-1126 View (289) 203-1126
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Maria Ahmed
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brampton, ON L6P
Over the last few years I have supported diverse clients to overcome trauma, addictive behaviors and foster functional and meaningful living.
We all experience difficult encounters that leave us questioning our world view or even ourselves. Finding the right support is a difficult task and can oftentimes be a daunting experience. I aim to create safe emotional spaces to help, explore, cope with, or overcome difficulties towards acceptance, serenity, inner peace, empowerment, and healthier relationships. I believe that difficult experiences can either break us down or build us up. I have a Master of Arts Degree in Addictions Counselling and my methods include narrative therapy, CBT, CPT and DBT.
Over the last few years I have supported diverse clients to overcome trauma, addictive behaviors and foster functional and meaningful living.
We all experience difficult encounters that leave us questioning our world view or even ourselves. Finding the right support is a difficult task and can oftentimes be a daunting experience. I aim to create safe emotional spaces to help, explore, cope with, or overcome difficulties towards acceptance, serenity, inner peace, empowerment, and healthier relationships. I believe that difficult experiences can either break us down or build us up. I have a Master of Arts Degree in Addictions Counselling and my methods include narrative therapy, CBT, CPT and DBT.
(289) 802-2297 View (289) 802-2297
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Brian Ajamhassani @ Psychotherapy For You
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brampton, ON L6S  (Online Only)
Certification Training - Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Training for Children and Adolescents - The Ultimate Trauma Treatment Certification (CCTP/CCTPII) My Specialties: - Trauma-informed DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) - DBT for adolescents - CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) - SGBT (Solution Focused Brief Therapy) - EFT and EMDR.
When life gets hard to deal with, it is good to have someone to talk to; Someone with the expertise, professionalism, and compassion to listen, ask the right questions to create clarity and help us find the solution or at least see the light at the end of the tunnel. When dealing with mental and emotional pain, someone with the proper training and experience could be the right person to turn to. I utilize over 10 years of experience in therapy practice to the full benefit of my clients dealing with grief, depression, and anxiety, including those dealing with chronic illnesses such as cancer, as well as youth and parents'
Certification Training - Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Training for Children and Adolescents - The Ultimate Trauma Treatment Certification (CCTP/CCTPII) My Specialties: - Trauma-informed DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) - DBT for adolescents - CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) - SGBT (Solution Focused Brief Therapy) - EFT and EMDR.
When life gets hard to deal with, it is good to have someone to talk to; Someone with the expertise, professionalism, and compassion to listen, ask the right questions to create clarity and help us find the solution or at least see the light at the end of the tunnel. When dealing with mental and emotional pain, someone with the proper training and experience could be the right person to turn to. I utilize over 10 years of experience in therapy practice to the full benefit of my clients dealing with grief, depression, and anxiety, including those dealing with chronic illnesses such as cancer, as well as youth and parents'
(867) 731-0384 View (867) 731-0384
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Tahira Jibeen
Psychologist, PhD, C Psych
Verified Verified
Brampton, ON L6S  (Online Only)
You find yourself struggling to reach your goals and the life you have always dreamt about. The pressures of life block you from finding the freedom you crave. You feel over-whelmed with work, bills, caring for loved ones, and not enough time to do it all. It seems you are trapped. Low self-esteem, worry, and negative thoughts are stuck in your head. The truth is life can be much better. I know what it is like to feel anxious and down, trying to juggle it all to just to survive to the next day. My work is dedicated to making sure my clients don't stay trapped.
You find yourself struggling to reach your goals and the life you have always dreamt about. The pressures of life block you from finding the freedom you crave. You feel over-whelmed with work, bills, caring for loved ones, and not enough time to do it all. It seems you are trapped. Low self-esteem, worry, and negative thoughts are stuck in your head. The truth is life can be much better. I know what it is like to feel anxious and down, trying to juggle it all to just to survive to the next day. My work is dedicated to making sure my clients don't stay trapped.
(437) 371-5848 View (437) 371-5848
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Bhargavi Patel
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Brampton, ON L6P
If you are experiencing distress that has impacted your life in some capacity, I will support you in processing and working through your areas of concern.
If you are experiencing distress that has impacted your life in some capacity, I will support you in processing and working through your areas of concern.
(877) 335-7195 View (877) 335-7195

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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.