PTSD & Trauma Treatment
Evidence-based trauma therapy including CPT, Prolonged Exposure, and other proven approaches to help you heal from traumatic experiences.
Quick Summary
What is it? PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) develops after experiencing or witnessing trauma. Symptoms include intrusive memories, flashbacks, nightmares, avoidance of reminders, hypervigilance, emotional numbness, and difficulty sleeping.
How we help: Our Windsor, Ontario psychologists provide evidence-based trauma therapy including Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), and Trauma-Focused CBT. These treatments help you safely process traumatic memories, reduce symptoms, and reclaim your life. Many people see significant improvement within 12-16 sessions.
Last reviewed: April 2026
Understanding PTSD & Trauma
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. It involves intrusive memories, avoidance, negative thoughts, and heightened arousal. While trauma can feel overwhelming, effective treatments like CPT, Prolonged Exposure, and Trauma-Focused CBT can help you process these experiences and reclaim your life.
PTSD in Canada: By the Numbers
of Canadian adults have moderate-severe PTSD symptoms
Public Health Agency of Canada, 2022
of Canadians diagnosed with PTSD in their lifetime
Statistics Canada, 2022
no longer meet PTSD criteria after trauma-focused therapy
Clinical research, 2023
Sources: Mental Health and Access to Care Survey, Statistics Canada (2022); Public Health Agency of Canada (2022); American Psychological Association Clinical Practice Guidelines (2023)
Common Signs & Symptoms
PTSD can affect you in many ways. Common symptoms include:
Intrusive Memories
Nightmares
Flashbacks
Avoidance
Hypervigilance
Emotional Numbness
Difficulty Sleeping
Intense Fear
How We Can Help
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Learn to challenge and modify unhelpful beliefs related to trauma, reducing symptoms and improving functioning.
Prolonged Exposure Therapy
Gradually and safely confront trauma-related memories and situations in a controlled, supportive environment.
Trauma-Focused CBT
Address trauma-related thoughts, feelings, and behaviors using proven cognitive-behavioral techniques.
Narrative Therapy for Trauma
Process traumatic experiences by creating a coherent narrative, helping you make sense of what happened and reduce distress.
Research shows trauma-focused therapies like CPT and Prolonged Exposure are highly effective, with approximately 67% of people no longer meeting PTSD criteria after treatment. These evidence-based approaches are recognized by clinical practice guidelines as first-line treatments for trauma.
What to Expect in Trauma Treatment
Safety & Stabilization
Build coping skills and ensure you feel safe and grounded before processing traumatic memories.
Trauma Assessment
Explore your trauma history and symptoms in a compassionate, non-judgmental environment.
Processing & Integration
Use evidence-based techniques like CPT or Prolonged Exposure to process traumatic memories and reduce their impact.
Ongoing Support
Continue building resilience, addressing triggers, and developing a fulfilling life beyond trauma.
Frequently Asked Questions
You Can Heal from Trauma
PTSD is treatable. With evidence-based trauma therapy and compassionate support, you can process painful experiences and build a meaningful life beyond trauma.