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Find Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Counselling Psychologists, Therapists, Counsellors in Mainland∕Southwest
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Reaching out to a counsellor may not be easy, but would it be worth it if your future self appreciated it? I am a Ph.D. in Psychology and a Registered Clinical Counselor (RCC) with BCACC, and and a approved therapist by…
If you want to change your life, therapy is a great way to start. I help people develop coping skills to manage difficult emotions. With 24 years of experience, I provide a supportive setting to help you regulate your…
If you are looking for a practically based down-to-earth counsellor with over 30 years of experience in helping others, you have arrived at the right place. Making the decision to enter into counselling can be a highly…
Allison's perspective on counselling highlights its fundamental role as a supportive and healing process. Counselling is a valuable resource for those who would like to better understand themselves, and their…
Nancy B. Matechuk , MC, RCC Registered Clinical Counsellor Nancy has over 20 years of experience as counsellor, mediator with a broad range of specialized training supporting individuals and families. Nancy is committed…
Welcome and thank you for taking a moment to read my profile. As a BCCSW Registered Social Worker with specialized training, I provide a compassionate and safe space to support individuals and families who may be…
Chris has specialized training in trauma and child therapy. He helps kids and adults get unstuck when life circumstances create barriers. As one of the only male trauma-focused children’s therapists in Langley and the…
Hi! I'm Lorna, owner of LD Counselling & Consulting. I'm a registered clinical social worker, so I'm qualified to assess children's behaviour and offer some diagnoses out of the DSM-V. I choose to disclose that I am…
I am an experienced Registered Psychologist (#1577), as well as a Board Certified Expert in Traumatic Stress. In my practice I help people working through different challenges in their life from relationship and career /…
Psychedelic Support in Vancouver, Canada - Experience deep and lasting change. Psychedelic Preparation & Integration Counselling Nurturing Transformation Psychedelic experiences can be beautiful, opening the door to…
Hello, I provide predominantly online counselling with people living all over BC. I am only available for in-person appointments in my office on the boundary of Burnaby and Vancouver 1 day a month. People mostly meet…
Do you need professional help to make changes that will improve your life or relationships? Mark Giesbrecht is currently offering online video therapy through a secure online portal made for therapists called Owl…
I have been you before. Lonely and overwhelmed, feeling like others couldn’t understand or engage with how deeply I see and experience the world. As a highly sensitive person, I appreciate how meaning, the impact of our…
Hello! I'm Kendra (she/her), Registered Clinical Counsellor and owner of Hope Stone Counselling. I’m so glad you’re here. Since 2006, I’ve had the privilege of being invited into people’s lives to offer support through…
My name is Graham (he/him). I'm a registered clinical counsellor (RCC #19364) with the BCACC. I work with adults and adolescents. My private practice is based out of Squamish BC, the traditional, ancestral, and unceded…
You don’t have to struggle alone Living with anxiety, fear, and helplessness is difficult. Relationship can be confusing and disappointing. Dealing with your parents or your children can be frustrating. You are left…
Dr. Murray is a psychoanalyst and Registered Clinical Counsellor who has been in private practice for 11 years. He is based on the North Shore and offers online psychodynamic therapy, psychoanalysis, and consultations…
My name is Ratiba Yasin, a Registered Clinical Counsellor based in Vancouver and the founder of The Healing Cove. Before becoming a therapist, I worked as a Respiratory Therapist for 15 years, supporting people through…
Dr. Rosemary Rukavina is a doctoral-level registered psychologist with nearly 15 years of clinical experience supporting individuals and couples with anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, stress, life transitions, and…
"Whether you’re navigating persistent mental health challenges, grief, burnout, trauma, or a period of transition, I provide a safe, supportive space to explore difficult emotions and patterns. We move at a pace that…
She has been working in the mental health field for the past 10 years. She has expertise in dealing with a wide range of psychological concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, body image, relationship and…
Raheel Rahman is committed to providing compassion and support to help you through many life issues. RAHEEL RAHMAN CAN HELP YOU WITH: Anxiety in adults and children Depression in adults and children Couples Therapy Self…
Are you holding it together on the outside but on the inside it feels very different? Does it feel like an internal alarm system is constantly going off? That is happening for a reason. Let's explore it together. I…
Welcome! I support individuals and couples through a wide range of challenging issues and specialize in culturally-sensitive Trauma treatment. I have extensive training and experience working with adult survivors of…
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. I completed my Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Psychology at Simon Fraser University and my Master of Arts in Counselling…
Are you feeling stuck or lost? Perhaps, you are struggling with overwhelm, confusion or sensing emptiness in your life? Are you looking for some direction or support with your mental health struggles and daily challenges…
Welcome to my profile! I know how difficult it can be to find the right fit. Good for you for getting this far in the counsellor search process! My name is Amie (she/her), I am a therapist with a down to earth approach…
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology and a certified Expressive Arts Therapist. I have expertise in helping people who have experienced Domestic Violence or are suffering…
Tatiana is a certified clinical counselor registered with the Canadian Clinical and Psychotherapy Association (C.C.P.A). She has been in the counseling and helping profession for over 20 years and has expertise…
Hi there, I’m Rupinder and I am an experienced Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BCACC specializing in healing from grief, relieving anxiety and depression, supporting with relationship issues, and coping with…
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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Counsellors
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is an anxiety disorder that usually starts within the three months of a traumatic incident. It has been reported that in rare cases, PTSD symptoms may only occur after a number of years.
Three groups of symptoms are present in people with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Increased anxiety / emotional arousal includes anger or irritability, overwhelming shame or guilt, sleeplessness and self-destructive behaviour. The second group of symptoms, known as intrusive memories, causes flashbacks to the traumatic event and upsetting dreams. The third group of symptoms that a Post Traumatic Stress Disorder patient may experience, includes emotional numbing or avoidance. This group of symptoms includes memory problems, poor concentration, feeling emotionally numb, a sense of hopelessness, and an avoidance of activities that the person used to find enjoyable.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder symptoms may be present for a while, disappear and then return again. General stress may increase the symptoms, as can reminders of the traumatic incident.
Therapists who address Post Traumatic Stress Disorder generally use one, or a combination of trauma therapies to treat it. Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) is commonly used and can help a person to change their reactions to traumatic memories.
Exposure therapy can help a person reduce the amount of fear related to the feelings and thoughts associated with past traumatic events. Cognitive therapy helps a person to change the way he or she thinks about the event and the aftermath of a traumatic incident. It will help a person to identify thoughts that cause fear and anger, and learn ways to replace those thoughts with less stressful and more empowering thoughts.
If you are looking for a counsellor or psychologist who offers Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and related issues you may want to search the directory to find a professional whose approach will suit you best.