Alishia Ladak
Counselling Therapist
- Helps with: Depression, Complex Trauma, Healthy Discipline Strategies, Anxiety
- Languages: English
- Where: Coquitlam · Online
Complex Trauma Therapy
Complex Trauma Therapy aims to help people recover from the impact of prolonged and repeated trauma experiences. Trauma may be brought about by such occurrences as emotional, physical, or sexual abuse, neglect, domestic violence or any other form of interpersonal trauma.
- 16 counsellors trained
- In person or online
What it helps with
Concerns complex trauma therapy can help withWhat it helps with
How it works
What a course of complex trauma therapy looks likeHow it works
Early on
Build safety first
You and your counsellor get to know each other and notice how past hurt shows up now, like trouble sleeping, feeling on edge or harsh self-talk.
As you go
Practise steadying skills
Together you practise ways to calm your body and mind, such as grounding through your senses. When you feel ready, you may gently work through painful memories.
Over time
Carry it into daily life
You notice changes in how you treat yourself and relate to others. You and your counsellor decide together how long to keep going and what to focus on next.
Complex trauma therapy may suit you if you
- Have been through repeated hurt, like abuse, neglect or violence
- Want a counsellor who goes at your pace
- Want to feel safer in your body and in your relationships
- Notice old patterns, like harsh self-talk, keep coming back
- Feel tense or sleep poorly long after the danger has passed
- Want a mix of talk-based and body-based tools
Something else may fit better if you
- Are in crisis right now: call or text 9-8-8, or call 911
- Want quick, practical steps for one current problem
- Prefer to focus only on present goals, not past patterns
- Mainly want space to talk things through, without skills practice
Not sure? A free consultation can help you choose.
Where
Complex trauma therapy in person in Coquitlam, Surrey and Vancouver, or onlineWhere
About
More about complex trauma therapy
Complex Trauma Therapy and How No Fear Counselling Can Help
Complex Trauma Therapy aims to help people recover from the impact of prolonged and repeated trauma experiences. Trauma may be brought about by such occurrences as emotional, physical, or sexual abuse, neglect, domestic violence or any other form of interpersonal trauma. Since such experiences happen for a long time, it may have impacts on self-esteem, relationships, and emotional regulation, among others. The therapy offers a conducive environment to facilitate recovery and emotional wellness.
The Impact of Complex Trauma
Research shows that complex trauma can have significant and long-term effects on an individual's well-being. Studies have found that individuals who have experienced complex trauma are more likely to develop mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). They may also have difficulty regulating their emotions and experience challenges with interpersonal relationships and attachment.
What is Complex Trauma Therapy?
Complex trauma therapy is a type of therapy that is specifically designed to address the effects of complex trauma. It is a comprehensive and integrative approach. It typically involves a combination of evidence-based techniques and therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy.
How Does Complex Trauma Therapy Help?
Complex trauma therapy can help individuals to process and heal from the effects of trauma. It can provide them with tools and strategies to manage their symptoms, regulate their emotions, and develop healthy coping mechanisms. Additionally, it can help individuals to build and strengthen their interpersonal relationships and attachment styles.
How No Fear Counselling Can Help with Complex Trauma Therapy?
At No Fear Counselling, we offer a safe and supportive environment for individuals to process and heal from the effects of complex trauma. Our team of experienced therapists specializes in complex trauma therapy and utilizes evidence-based techniques and therapies to support individuals on their healing journey. We take a collaborative and client-centred approach, working closely with our clients to develop a customized treatment plan that meets their unique needs.
Our Approach to Complex Trauma Therapy
Our approach to complex trauma therapy is grounded in the principles of trauma-informed care, which recognizes the pervasive impact of trauma on an individual's life. We prioritize safety, trust, and empowerment in our therapy sessions, creating a space where individuals feel heard, seen, and validated. We utilize evidence-based techniques and therapies, such as EMDR, CBT, and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, to support individuals in their healing process.
If you or someone you know is struggling with the effects of complex trauma, No Fear Counselling is here to help. Contact us today to book an appointment with one of our experienced therapists. You can reach us at (778) 288-8361 or visit our website to learn more about our services and how we can support you on your healing journey.
Counsellors trained in complex trauma therapyTrained in complex trauma therapy
Audrey Dsouza
Counselling Therapist
- Helps with: Life Transitions, Anxiety, Grief, Loss and Bereavement, Depression, Complex Trauma
- Languages: English
- Where: White Rock
Carolina Rosa-Crespo
Counselling Therapist
- Helps with: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Grief, Loss and Bereavement, Depression, Complex Trauma, Anger Management, Assertiveness/Boundaries, Parenting, Minority Groups, Perfectionism, Guilt/Shame, Codependency, Acute Trauma, Attachment Concerns, Personal Development/Growth, Relationship Concerns, Abuse, Immigration & Acculturation, Life Transitions, Emotional Regulation, Self Esteem, Stress Management, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Anxiety, Improving Communication, Building Healthy Parent/Child Connections
- Languages: English, Portuguese
- Where: Coquitlam
Caroline Lupetin-Cindric
Counselling Therapist
- Helps with: Abuse, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Life Transitions, Anxiety, Repairing Relationships, Grief, Loss and Bereavement, Depression, Complex Trauma, Anger Management, High Sensitivity, Christian Counselling, Birth Trauma, Assertiveness/Boundaries, Parenting, Child Counselling (6 to 12 years), Social Anxiety, Pre-Marital Counselling, Inner Child Work, Couples/Marriage Counselling, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Concussions, Immigration & Acculturation, Self Esteem, Stress Management
- Languages: English
- Where: Online
Erin Green
Counselling Therapist
- Helps with: Attachment Concerns, Complex Trauma, Self Compassion, Perfectionism, Couples/Marriage Counselling, Emotional Regulation, Improving Communication, Anxiety, Assertiveness/Boundaries, Identity, Acute Trauma, Chronic Pain, Birth Trauma, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Addictions / Substance Use, Women's Concerns, Youth/Adolescence Counselling (12 to 17 years), Men's Concerns, Pre-Marital Counselling, Guilt/Shame, Crisis Management, Personal Development/Growth, Self Esteem, Grief, Loss and Bereavement
- Languages: English
- Where: Victoria
Justice Skinner
Counselling Therapist
- Helps with: Acute Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Depression, Complex Trauma, Self Compassion, Criminal Justice System Involvement, Psychoeducation, Guilt/Shame, Concussions, Chronic Illness, Attachment Concerns, Emotional Regulation, Self Esteem, Stress Management, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Gender Affirmative Therapy, Birth Trauma, Repairing Relationships, LGBTQ2+
- Languages: English
- Where: Vancouver · Online
FAQs
Common questions about complex trauma therapyCommon questions
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A session often starts with a check-in on how you feel today and what you want to focus on. Your counsellor may guide you through grounding, such as noticing your feet on the floor, and help you see how past hurt shapes your sleep, self-esteem or relationships now. Over time, you may work with painful memories, but only when you feel ready.
No, you can share as much or as little as you like, and you decide when. Your counsellor moves at your pace and helps you feel steady and safe before any deeper work on memories. If you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, call or text 9-8-8, call 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433), or call 911 if you are in danger.
Complex trauma therapy is a wider approach that looks at the impact of repeated hurt over time, while eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) is one specific method that uses side-to-side eye movements while you recall a memory. A counsellor using complex trauma therapy may draw on EMDR, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) or somatic therapies, depending on what you need. You and your counsellor choose together what fits.
Yes, you can meet by video from anywhere in BC, or in person if you prefer. Online sessions let you be in a space where you feel safe, and your counsellor can still guide grounding and calming skills. Some body-based work may feel different by video, so you can talk with your counsellor about what suits you.
It may be, depending on your plan and your counsellor. Many extended health plans cover Registered Clinical Counsellors and Canadian Certified Counsellors (RCC/CCC), so check your own plan for details. Our team includes RCCs, and we offer sliding scale rates for eligible people. You can learn more on our fees and funding page.