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Complex Trauma (C-PTSD) occurs when an individual experiences repeated or prolonged trauma, often in relationships where safety and trust should exist. Unlike single-event trauma, complex trauma can shape a person’s sense of self, relationships, and emotional responses.

 

At Wellness Counselling Centre, we provide specialized therapy to help individuals heal from deep emotional wounds, regain self-worth, and rebuild a life beyond survival mode.​

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What Is Complex Trauma?

Complex Trauma is often caused by:​

• ​Childhood abuse or neglect

• Domestic violence

• Long-term emotional or psychological abuse

• Trafficking or exploitation

• Growing up in chaotic, unpredictable environments​

Because the trauma is ongoing, individuals may develop survival-based coping mechanisms that continue into adulthood, affecting relationships, self-esteem, and emotional regulation..​

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Signs Of Complex Trauma:

Common symptoms of Complex Trauma include:​

• Emotional Dysregulation: Mood swings, difficulty managing emotions

• Negative Self-Perception: Chronic shame, self-blame, or feelings of worthlessness

• Relational Struggles: Fear of abandonment, difficulty trusting others, toxic relationship patterns

• Dissociation: Feeling disconnected from emotions, body, or reality

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How Trauma Informed Therapy Can Help With Complex Trauma

Complex trauma (C-PTSD) often results from prolonged or repeated traumatic experiences, affecting emotional regulation, relationships, and sense of self. Trauma-informed therapy provides a safe and supportive space to explore past experiences, develop coping strategies, and work toward healing at your own pace.

1. Developing Safety & Stabilization

• Learning grounding techniques and emotional regulation skills

• Understanding trauma responses (fight, flight, freeze, fawn) and how they affect daily life

• Establishing a sense of emotional and psychological safety before deeper trauma work

2. Processing Trauma in a Safe, Titrated Way

• Practicing relaxation strategies to manage distressing emotions

• Learning to regulate emotions and reduce hypervigilance

• Processing traumatic memories in a structured, supportive environment

3. Rebuilding a Sense of Self

• Strengthening self-esteem and challenging self-blame

• Developing personal boundaries to support healthier relationships

• Exploring ways to shift from survival mode to a more fulfilling, empowered mindset

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How Therapy May Support You​

✔️Increased emotional awareness and self-regulation – Learning to manage intense emotions and reduce reactivity

✔️Stronger sense of self-worth – Exploring identity beyond past trauma

✔️Healthier relationships and boundaries – Building trust and connection in ways that feel safe
✔️Tools for navigating daily challenges – Developing coping strategies to feel more in control

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Our Approach to Trauma Therapy

At Wellness Counselling Centre, we take a holistic, trauma-informed approach to healing. Our therapy includes:

• Internal Family Systems (IFS) – Exploring and healing emotional parts impacted by trauma

• Somatic & Sensorimotor Therapy – Addressing how trauma is stored in the body and supporting nervous system regulation

• Mindfulness-Based Therapy – Cultivating self-awareness, emotional balance, and present-moment coping strategies

• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) – Strengthening emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and self-compassion

• Narrative Therapy – Helping individuals reframe past experiences and reclaim their voice

We provide a safe, validating space where healing happens at your own pace, focusing on rebuilding resilience, self-trust, and emotional stability.

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Start Your Healing Journey Today

Healing from Complex Trauma takes time, but you don’t have to do it alone. Our therapists are here to help you move forward with strength and confidence.​

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