PTSD Treatment and Therapy
PTSD Treatment and Therapy in Toronto
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. While each person's response to trauma is different, PTSD can cause persistent emotional, physical, and psychological distress that interferes with everyday life. At Cognitive Counselling, we provide expert, evidence-based therapy to help you process trauma, reduce symptoms, and regain a sense of safety and control.
We understand how deeply trauma can affect your nervous system, relationships, and sense of self. Our goal is to walk alongside you in a safe, empowering therapeutic space—helping you heal at your own pace, in your own way.
What Is PTSD?
PTSD is a mental health condition that may arise after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event such as:
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Physical or sexual assault
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Military combat or frontline work
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Serious accidents or medical trauma
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Natural disasters
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Childhood abuse or neglect
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Loss, abandonment, or witnessing violence
Symptoms may appear immediately or surface weeks, months, or even years later. PTSD is not a sign of weakness—it’s a natural response to events that overwhelm the nervous system’s capacity to cope.
Common Symptoms of PTSD
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Intrusive memories, flashbacks, or nightmares
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Avoidance of reminders, people, or situations related to the trauma
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Emotional numbness, shame, or disconnection from others
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Hypervigilance, irritability, and trouble sleeping
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Persistent anxiety, guilt, or anger
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Negative self-perception, including feelings of worthlessness or hopelessness
You might also experience relationship struggles, difficulty concentrating, or physical symptoms like chronic pain, fatigue, or digestive issues.
How PTSD Therapy Can Help
Healing from PTSD is possible—and therapy is one of the most effective ways to begin. At Cognitive Counselling, we use a trauma-informed, client-centered approach that supports both emotional processing and nervous system regulation.
Our therapy may include:
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Psychoeducation
Understand how trauma affects your brain and body, reducing shame and increasing self-compassion. -
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT)
Identify and reframe unhelpful beliefs related to the trauma, building healthier coping strategies. -
Narrative Therapy
Explore and reshape your personal story in a way that supports resilience, agency, and healing. -
Mindfulness and Grounding Skills
Learn tools to manage emotional triggers and return to the present when distressing thoughts arise. -
Attachment and Relational Work
Rebuild safety in relationships and address trust wounds that often follow interpersonal trauma.
Begin Reclaiming Your Peace
PTSD can make the world feel unsafe—but with the right support, you can begin to rebuild your sense of trust, identity, and emotional balance. You are not alone. At Cognitive Counselling, we offer a calm, compassionate space where healing is not rushed, and your experience is always validated.
If you're ready to take the first step toward healing from trauma, contact us to schedule a session or learn more.
