Trauma Counselling for Adults & Teens
Traumatic experiences can leave lasting emotional, psychological and even physical wounds. Authentic You offers trauma counselling in South Edmonton and online across Alberta to help adults and teens heal from PTSD, childhood trauma, relational trauma, abuse and neglect. Evidence‑based treatments like Prolonged Exposure (PE), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Somatic Therapy, and trauma‑focused CBT support recovery.
Serving Edmonton and Surrounding Communities
Our trauma counselling services are available to adults and teens in Edmonton, Leduc, Beaumont, Sherwood Park, St. Albert, and surrounding areas, with virtual sessions including video and phone appointments, accessible across Alberta. Our team of clinicians and Clinical Care Administrators is located in Edmonton and is here to assist with scheduling and support.
Our Values
Ethical, transparent, client-centered care
Respect for your pace, needs, boundaries, and lived experience
A confidential, comfortable environment where you can show up as you are
Inclusive and culturally aware practice
Understanding Trauma and Its Treatment
Trauma arises from experiences that overwhelm your capacity to cope, such as abuse, neglect, accident, loss, violence, or systemic oppression. Symptoms may include flashbacks, nightmares, avoidance, hypervigilance, dissociation, guilt, anger, and difficulties in relationships.
Evidence‑Based Therapies for PTSD
National guidelines recommend Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Prolonged Exposure therapy (PE), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and trauma‑focused CBT as first‑line treatments for PTSD. These therapies help you confront traumatic memories in a safe, gradual way and reframe unhelpful beliefs. Research emphasizes the importance of tailoring treatments to diverse populations and recognizing that there is no one‑size‑fits‑all approach.
Heal safely and reclaim your strength today.
Healing Through Connection and Safety
Our trauma therapists create a safe, supportive environment. Treatment begins with stabilization, building coping skills, grounding techniques, and emotion regulation, before processing traumatic memories. We integrate mindfulness, somatic approaches, and parts work when helpful. Therapy is paced according to your readiness and preferences.
Integrative Care
Trauma often intersects with anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, and relationship issues. We work collaboratively with other professionals and community support to address all aspects of your well‑being. Medication may be considered for sleep problems, hyperarousal, or mood symptoms; your therapist can liaise with prescribing providers, as needed.
FAQs
Is trauma therapy re-traumatizing?
Evidence‑based therapies like EMDR, PE and CPT are delivered carefully to prevent overwhelm. Your psychologist will pace sessions, teach coping skills, focus on nervous system regulation, and ensure you feel safe.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Treatment length varies. Many evidence‑based protocols range from 8 to 16 sessions, but healing timelines differ for everyone.
Do you treat childhood/attachment figure trauma?
Yes. Our psychologists are trained to work with complex trauma and developmental trauma. Sessions may include inner child work, attachment repair, and somatic techniques.
What if I’m not ready to talk about my trauma?
Counselling begins with building safety and skills. You decide when and how to share and process memories with your psychologist.
Begin Your Journey with Authentic You
Healing from trauma is possible. Authentic You provides compassionate, evidence‑based trauma counselling in Edmonton and online across Alberta. Our psychologists will guide you at your own pace toward regulation, resilience and empowerment.