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Find Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Counselling Psychologists, Therapists, Counsellors in Mainland∕Southwest
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Lindsay is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Master of Arts degree in Counselling Psychology. She is the Owner and Director of ThriveLife Counselling & Wellness, as well as full time Clinical Counsellor working…
I help you get to the root of your problems, train your brain to be more resilient, overwrite unwanted default programming, and finally feel equipped to live a balanced and optimal life. Cellular biologists have found…
I am a Registered Social Worker and a Registered Clinical Counsellor. I have a Master's degree in Social Work. I offer virtual and in person sessions in my Burnaby location. I have been a therapist since 1988 with…
Hi there, I offer counselling services to adults in Surrey, BC and the surrounding areas. Everyone is on a journey of love with all of its beauty, pain, wounds, healing, heartbreak, connection, and growth. We all…
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…
*****Edie Reiman MSW, RSW is a Psychotherapist, Life Coach and Presenter. Private Practice located in South Surrey/White Rock, BC. Video and Tele-Counselling/Coaching with clients in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto…
As a bilingual Registered Clinical Counsellor fluent in both English and Mandarin, I provide individual counselling services both online and in-person in Langley, supporting children, youth, and adults from diverse…
PLEASE NOTE: Telephone counselling available, though couples counselling is only conducted in person. Safety...self compassion...solutions....So you’re looking for a therapist who “fits” with your personality and needs…
Does your mind consistently race? Do you feel unsafe or wish you had more confidence? Do you feel like you simply can’t control what’s going around you? Do you feel like you must keep busy all the time for fear of your…
Pam received her Ph.D. in Counselling Psychology at the University of British Columbia and has over 25 years of experience supporting individuals through a variety of life challenges. Her career as a psychologist began…
I have been practicing Marriage and Family Therapy since 1991 after earning my Master’s Degree from Loma Linda University, one of the top five Marriage and Family Therapy programs in the world. I am a Certified Gottman…
You may find yourself giving so much to others while quietly running on empty. Stress, conflict, and daily pressures can weigh heavily, leaving you feeling exhausted and disconnected. I provide a calm, restorative space…
Hello! Trauma is a deeply distressing experience that overwhelms our ability to cope and can stem from various life events. When left unaddressed, it may lead to lasting effects on mental health such as PTSD, depression…
How long will this last? Am I doomed to feel like this forever? It’s possible that you may be asking these questions. You might also be feeling alone - like no one else truly understands what you’re going through. Your…
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…
Dr. Nourani is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the B.C. Association of Clinical Counsellors. He has more than two decades of experience in the field of mental health. He received his Ph.D. in Applied Developmental…
I am a professional Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. I provide individual counselling only. I have been a counsellor for over twenty years. I am a Certified EMDR therapist…
I am a registered psychologist and have been practicing since 2003. I do individual therapy with adults primarily from a psychodynamic perspective, although I incorporate other approaches such as cognitive-behavioural…
Many of my clients are adult children of emotionally unavailable parents. They often come to therapy carrying invisible weights- chronic self-doubt, a harsh inner critic, difficulty trusting others, or a deep sense of…
Hello. I'm Michelle Waters, and I help people with the super-sticky issues in life that just don't seem to budge. Perhaps you've had long-term anxiety or depression or both. You've tried everything you can think of…
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…
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…
You know that feeling that something needs to change? Maybe you have negative or anxious thoughts that you just can’t get out of your head. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, tired, and unhappy with yourself….you have come…
For over 20 years, Heather Bach of Bach Counselling Group brings clinical expertise to working with those who wish to make a positive change in relationships, intimacy, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, ADHD, parenting…
As a counsellor, Rosanne offers therapy to the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community in Greater Vancouver and Burnaby. She understands how important it is for these populations to have a therapist who…
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…
Before I try to impress you with credentials, accomplishments and experience, I want to introduce myself on a personal level. I love change. I love helping people create their change. I am passionate about seeing people…
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…
Shahrzad has her Master of Arts in Marriage & Family Therapy from Trinity Western University. She holds a Bachelor degree in Psychology with an emphasis on neuroscience from University of British Columbia. She has over 6…
Welcome! Do you come from a family with complex dynamics and feel like people don’t quite understand you? Have these experiences led to you being anxious, and struggling to trust yourself or others? My unique…
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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.