Trauma Therapy, EMDR and Counselling in North Bay
In-person psychotherapy in North Bay and secure virtual therapy across Ontario
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You may look like you are coping while anxiety, trauma, painful memories, exhaustion or relationship difficulties continue to affect your life underneath the surface. You do not have to keep carrying everything alone.
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Healing Connections Psychotherapy provides compassionate, trauma-informed therapy for adults, children, teens, couples, families and first responders. Our therapists support people experiencing PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, grief, emotional dysregulation, chronic stress, relationship difficulties and other challenges affecting daily life.
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Together, we can help you understand what is happening, develop practical ways to feel more grounded and work toward meaningful change at a pace that respects your needs.
What Are You Experiencing?
Sometimes you know exactly what is wrong. Other times, you only know that you feel overwhelmed, disconnected, exhausted or unlike yourself. Our therapists support clients experiencing a wide range of emotional, relational and trauma-related concerns.
Trauma and Nervous System Symptoms
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Disturbing or intrusive memories
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Flashbacks and nightmares
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Feeling constantly alert or unsafe
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Avoiding reminders of what happened
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Emotional numbness or disconnection
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Shame, guilt or self-blame
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Dissociation or feeling unreal
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Strong reactions to seemingly small triggers
Move beyond coping and toward healing.
Find the Support That Fits Your Needs
Trauma-Informed Care With
Depth, Skill and Humanity
At Healing Connections Psychotherapy, we understand that symptoms do not exist in isolation. Anxiety may be connected to trauma. Anger may protect more vulnerable emotions. Chronic overthinking may have developed as a way to anticipate danger. Relationship patterns may reflect experiences that began long before the current relationship.
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Our team draws from evidence-informed and trauma-informed approaches while treating every client as an individual, not a diagnosis or checklist of symptoms. Your therapist will work collaboratively with you to understand your needs, identify meaningful goals and recommend an approach that fits your circumstances.
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Trauma-focused expertise: Support for PTSD, complex trauma, developmental trauma and disturbing experiences.
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Specialized EMDR services: Standard sessions, extended intensives and advanced clinical consultation.
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Care for different stages of life: Therapy for children, teens, adults, couples and families.
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Flexible access: In-person services in North Bay and virtual psychotherapy across Ontario when appropriate.
“Vulnerability is the birthplace of innovation, creativity and change.”
Brené Brown
Meet Our Therapists
Finding the right therapeutic relationship matters. Our team includes Registered Psychotherapists, Registered Social Workers, qualifying clinicians and therapists in training who bring different areas of experience, personalities and approaches to their work.
Therapy Approaches
Tailored to You
You do not need to choose a therapy method before reaching out. We will help you understand your options and recommend an approach based on your experiences, goals, and needs.
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EMDR Therapy
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​Process trauma, distressing memories, anxiety, and experiences that continue to feel present.
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
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Recognize unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns and develop practical coping strategies.
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EMDR Intensives
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​Extended sessions offering more uninterrupted time for focused trauma treatment.
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Internal Family Systems
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​Explore different parts of yourself with curiosity, compassion, and greater understanding.
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Couples Therapy
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​Improve communication, rebuild trust, and understand recurring relationship patterns.
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Ego State Therapy
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​Understand and integrate emotional parts shaped by trauma, attachment, and life experiences.
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Additional Wellness Services
Healing Connections also offers optional wellness services that are separate from psychotherapy and medical treatment. These services may support relaxation and general well-being but do not diagnose or treat mental or physical health conditions.
BrainTap Guided Relaxation/ Brain Training
​BrainTap is an optional guided relaxation experience using light, sound and narration. Some people use it as part of a general wellness routine to help them settle, pause and practise structured relaxation. BrainTap is offered separately from psychotherapy and medical treatment.
Starting Therapy Does Not Have to Feel Complicated
1. Reach out
Book a free 15-minute consultation or complete our confidential contact form.
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2. Find the right fit
We will help you identify a therapist whose experience, approach, availability and fees align with your needs.
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3. Attend your first appointment
Your therapist will learn about your concerns, goals, history, strengths and preferences. You will not be expected to disclose everything immediately.
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4. Build a personalized plan
Together, you and your therapist will identify priorities and discuss which therapeutic approaches may be appropriate.
Frequently asked questions
You Do Not Have to Figure This Out Alone
Whether you are experiencing trauma symptoms, anxiety, depression, grief, burnout, relationship difficulties or simply know that something needs to change, we can help you explore the next step.
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Healing Connections Psychotherapy offers in-person counselling at 183 First Avenue West in North Bay and virtual psychotherapy across Ontario.
You can connect with us here:
705-980-0777 Fax: 705-995-5040
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Land Acknowledgement
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At Healing Connections Psychotherapy, we gratefully acknowledge that our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Anishinabek Nation, including Nipissing First Nation and Dokis First Nation. These lands are protected by the Robinson-Huron Treaty of 1850, and the Aboriginal and treaty rights of Indigenous peoples are recognized and affirmed in Section 35(1) of the Constitution Act, 1982.
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We honour the enduring presence, wisdom, and stewardship of Indigenous peoples — past, present, and future. As a healing space, we are committed to walking forward with respect, humility, and a continued dedication to reconciliation, relationship, and community care.
