Katelyn Bonetti

Hi, I’m Katelyn (she/her).

Trauma is anything that leaves you feeling overwhelmed, unsafe, or powerless. It can affect how you feel about yourself, your body, and your relationships, even long after the event has passed. Death of a loved one, challenging relationships, infertility, pregnancy loss, systemic oppression, illness or even childhood wounds can leave you feeling anxious or disconnected. Perhaps you feel hurt, low, discouraged, have difficulty staying present, or are struggling with low self-worth. I am here to support you.

I base my approach on evidence-based, trauma-informed, and emotion-centred practice. My therapeutic orientation is Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), incorporating concepts from mindfulness-based, body-based, and internal parts work (IFS) theories. Within us exists a whole host of feelings, sensations, and wisdom. Sometimes our inability to feel our feelings means our bodies have to scream in order to get some attention. As a result, we may find ourselves feeling disconnected and experiencing symptoms of anxiety or depression. Much of our work together will be about slowing down to notice and experience emotions in a new and corrective way. I also believe that understanding the context in which harm has occurred (familial, cultural, societal, etc.) is a necessary step towards true healing and transformation. 

We may be a good fit if you:

-are unable to access, manage or understand your emotions

-are open to exploring some things from your past in a safe and contained way

-feel stuck in patterns or cycles that aren’t serving you or the relationships in your life

-feel disconnected from your sense of self and desire more meaning and authenticity

As someone who has struggled with overwhelming emotions, self-esteem and anxiety in the past, I know that change happens when we are in the presence of an empathetic and emotionally present other. I care a lot about making you feel comfortable, safe, and connected with me as we work together. I prioritize showing up authentically so you can feel free to do the same. 

I hold a degree in Master of Counselling from City University in Vancouver, and I am in good standing as Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. I have specialized training in trauma, grief and AEDP therapy. 

It takes an enormous amount of courage to ask for help and trust me with your story. It’s so important for you to feel safe with a therapist, which is why I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation. We can spend a bit of time getting to know each other and discuss what you’re looking for in therapy. I look forward to getting to know you and hearing your story!