Heal the Turmoil of Trauma and PTSD

I’m a Winnipeg EMDR trauma therapist who can help you heal your pain, overcome chronic unhappiness, and have a peaceful, fulfilling life.

Since you’re reading this page, I know you’ve probably struggled for a long, long time.

You’re frequently distressed, anxious, angry. or depressed.

Life often feels overwhelming. You may have frequent thoughts of suicide.

At times you might feel completely debilitated. The simplest tasks can be challenging to complete.

You may be distracted by intrusive negative thoughts. It’s like you’re living the horror of your past. You feel trapped and unable to escape the pain and chaos of your life.

You may feel deeply flawed and alone at times.

Like most of my clients who’ve experienced prolonged or repeated traumatic events [link to Types of Trauma page], you could have a sense of helplessness and hopelessness.

You can’t imagine ever having a better life.

You feel stuck in an endless cycle of pain and turmoil.

AND yet, you long for relief from your suffering…

“My experience with Douglas in therapy was excellent. We developed a trusting relationship quickly, allowing us to dive into my childhood trauma issues, which led me to seek therapy. I’ve worked on these issues many times in the past but was able to heal deeper layers of the trauma. The EMDR approach was helpful, although Douglas’ capacity for developing a ‘holding’ relationship was most beneficial.

I highly value my sessions with Douglas. It was comforting to work with an experienced ‘older’ person.”

A Grateful Client, Age 83*

Symptoms of trauma or PTSD that you may relate to:

Insomnia and persistent, often terrifying, nightmares
Avoiding situations, places, or people that remind you of distressing events
An ongoing experience that you’re reliving past traumatic events
Low self-esteem – feelings of worthlessness
Consumed by guilt or shame
Anxious, always feel on guard, waiting for something horrible to occur
Difficult and painful social and intimate relationships
Anger outbursts that you can’t control
A feeling of numbness and disconnection from others

All of the above symptoms are NORMAL responses to having experienced prolonged or many deeply distressing or traumatic events throughout your life.

If you can relate to any of the above symptoms, you might be a survivor of ongoing childhood neglect, rejection, abandonment, or abuse.

Or, you may have been involved in war trauma or suffered from several traumatic events in adulthood, such as sexual abuse and rape, or a series of accidents or other severely distressing experiences.

You could also be a nurse, emergency medical personal, or a first responder who experiences vicarious trauma from chronic exposure to the traumas of those you help.

Whatever your experience and how much it has hurt you, there is HOPE…

EMDR Therapy Has Helped Many of My Clients Heal from Disturbing Trauma Histories, and You CAN too!

“EMDR and CBT Therapy with Douglas Saved My Life!”

“When I started therapy with Douglas, I suffered from extreme PTSD, emotional trauma, grief, shame, and regret. I was barely able to function due to my dissociation. I was “triggered” non-stop by events around me. It felt like I was constantly reliving past traumatic experiences, including a sexual assault at the age of 14 and the death of my 21-year-old son.

I felt so unworthy and weak. I had lost hope. I had heartbreaking memories that were blocked and causing me distress.EMDR and CBT therapy saved my life! Today I’m no longer triggered by anything.

I was able to heal my past multiple traumas and accept the realities that were buried inside me for decades. I learned effective tools like mindfulness and meditation. I came to accept the horrific things that had happened to me and understand that my behaviours were a direct result of my past traumas.

I learned that I don’t need to be ashamed of my past. Instead, healing it helped me to step forward to build a strong future. None of this would have happened if I did not get in the hands of Douglas.”*

Erin Miller, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Author of Miller Strong, Re-Write Your Story, Take A Stand, and Turn Your Past Into Your Super Power www.millerstrongbook.com

Therapy Can Transform Your Life from Stress, Pain and Struggle, to One of Ease, Joy, and Fulfillment

I know you may have doubts that it’s possible to overcome and heal the difficulties of your past. It’s understandable that you feel this way since you’ve probably suffered for a long time, and your feelings are so pervasive.

Yet, millions of people across the globe have healed from severe trauma with the help of an experienced trauma therapist.

You won’t know how you can overcome your problems until you try.

Benefits of Trauma and PTSD Therapy

Reduction or elimination of trauma and PTSD symptoms
Increased enjoyment in life
Feel more relaxed and sleep better
Greater feelings of self-worth
Improved sense of security and self-confidence
Enhanced connection with people & more satisfying relationships
A sense of optimism about life and your future

Imagine feeling good about yourself.

Imagine having loving and secure relationships.

Imagine being at peace with your life.

All of this and more is possible with a compassionate trauma therapist.

As an Extensively Trained and Experienced Certified EMDR Therapist and Approved EMDR Consultant, I’ve Helped Over 100 Clients Overcome Severe Symptoms of Trauma

I feel I was called to help people heal from deeply traumatized pasts so they can develop rich and happy lives. My passion for this work is partly due to my own recovery from childhood experiences of abuse and emotional neglect.

Based on my personal experience and that of my clients, I know what it takes to recover from significant psychological traumas.

I have completed extensive training in EMDR which is backed by extensive research and is widely used to help people recover from trauma.

To the best of my knowledge, I’m the only EMDR psychotherapist in Winnipeg who has dedicated their therapy practice to treating childhood trauma (complex PTSD), PTSD, and dissociation.

I am committed to helping you heal.

Ready to say good-bye to struggle and pain?

Contact me for a no-charge, 10-minute consultation. We’ll discuss how I can help you create a life that you’ve always hoped for.

If we decide we’re a good fit to work together, we’ll set up an appointment via video conference.

*Testimonials appearing on this site are actual testimonials received from clients. They are individual experiences, reflecting real-life experiences of those who have used my services. However, they are individual results, and results vary. The testimonials are not necessarily representative of all of those who will use our products and/or services. These testimonials are not intended to make claims that these products can be used to diagnose, treat, cure, mitigate, or prevent any disease.