Specialized Therapies

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based psychotherapy primarily used to treat PTSD, but it is also effective for other mental health conditions and somatic symptoms. Based on the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model, EMDR addresses symptoms caused by incomplete processing of traumatic experiences, which can hinder emotional stability and personal growth. The goal of EMDR is to reduce psychological distress and support individuals in reaching their full potential while minimizing harm. In EMDR sessions, clients recall traumatic memories while engaging in bilateral stimulation (BLS)—a back-and-forth motion similar to eye movements during REM sleep, which is believed to aid in processing and integrating experiences.

Prolonged Exposure (PE) is a form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) specifically developed to treat PTSD by targeting the avoidance symptoms that define the disorder. It involves two main components: imaginal exposure, where individuals repeatedly recall and describe their traumatic experience, and in vivo exposure, where they gradually confront safe but avoided situations. Though challenging, PE is one of the most extensively researched and effective treatments for PTSD, showing significant symptom reduction. It also plays a key role in helping individuals reintegrate into the workplace, with treatment plans tailored to personal and occupational needs.

Reintegration therapy supports first responders and employees returning to work after experiencing critical incidents or extended absences due to psychological or physical injuries. The therapy focuses on confronting fears and anxieties around returning to work, with individualized treatment plans based on thorough assessments. Prolonged Exposure (PE) therapy is often central to the process, beginning with imaginal exposure and progressing to in vivo exposures in collaboration with the employer, tailored to the client’s comfort level. Employer involvement may range from general awareness to active participation, especially in cases involving trauma-related triggers like firearms. Reintegration also involves coordination between the client’s care team—including psychologists, therapists, and case workers—and the employer, with the client’s consent. While the employer and a registered psychologist ultimately determine readiness to return to work, clients control the pace and level of employer involvement. Ongoing support, peer engagement, and monitoring are encouraged to ensure a successful and sustainable transition.

This holistic approach to trauma healing integrates body, mind, and nutrition to support lasting regulation and recovery. Using circadian-aligned eating, clients restore hormonal balance and energy flow. Somatic therapy sessions guide the nervous system toward safety through breath, movement, and self-soothing touch, while trauma-focused sessions help clients map where emotions live in the body—shifting from explanation to embodied awareness. Together, these practices create a comprehensive path for healing that honours the nervous system, emotional resilience, and physical well-being.