Psychotherapy

Kingstons EMDR and Advanced Trauma Therapy Clinic

Do you feel like you suffer all alone?

Have you tried treatment before, but just felt like something was missing & you didn’t get the results you needed?

Are you overwhelmed, exhausted & just want to start to feel better?

We provide trauma-informed therapy for individuals and couples experiencing the effects of PTSD, complex trauma (C-PTSD), and related mental health concerns.

Our team uses evidence-based approaches like EMDR, IFS, EFT, and other advanced therapies to support lasting change.

If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like past experiences are still impacting your life, we’re here to help.

  • We are approved providers for Blue Cross, Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC), and the Canadian Armed Forces.

    We support military personnel, veterans, and their families — offering care for individuals, as well as spouses and children when needed.

  • We support:

    • Current & Past employees of Correctional Services of Canada

    • Police Officers

    • 911 Dispatchers

    We support this population on an individual level, as well as a systemic level by providing support to spouses and children, as necessary.

  • We Support:

    • Firefighters

    • Paramedics

    • 911 Dispatchers

    • Search & Rescue

    We support this population on an individual level, as well as a systemic level by providing support to spouses and children, as necessary.

  • We support healthcare workers, such as:

    • Nurses

    • Doctors

    • Therapists

    • Mental Health & Frontline Workers

    • Dentists

    • PSW

    We help healthcare workers heal from trauma & ptsd, cope with mental health challenges, overcome burnout and stress & find joy in your lives again.

  • We provide EMDRIA approved consultation hours to psychotherapists and social workers in Ontario working towards becoming a certified EMDR therapist.

  • We support athletes and high-performers looking to strengthen their mental game, improve focus, and perform at their best.

    Using EMDR for peak performance and performance coaching, we help you work through mental blocks, build resilience, and enhance confidence.

  • We provide couples therapy both in-person & virtually to address a variety of issues, such as:

    • Infidelity

    • intimacy Issues

    • Trust Issues

    • Domestic Violence

    • Trauma & PTSD

    • Addiction and Substance abuse

    • Conflict Resolution

    • Parenting Issues

    • Separation & Divorce

    • Life Transitions

    • Grief & Loss

  • Youth & teen therapy can address a large number of issues, including:

    • Anxiety

    • Depression

    • Trauma

    • Attachment issues

    • Bullying

    • Self-esteem and body-image issues

    • Emotional & Behavioural regulation

    • Neurodivergence (Autism, ADHD)

    • Substance Use

    • Academic & school related issues

    • Relationship Issues

    • Peer pressure

    • Identity & Sexuality

    • Life transitions

    • Self-harm

    • Youth in conflict with the law

Who we help

  • Individual Therapy

  • Couples Therapy

  • Youth & Teens

  • Consultation for EMDR Therapists

Healing is not linear—the process of recovering from a psychological injury or traumatic event is a journey.

We are here to help you cultivate patience and self-compassion, through all the up’s & down’s along the way.

What we help with

  • Support for trauma, complex trauma (C-PTSD), and the lasting impact of difficult experiences.

  • Support for feeling overwhelmed, anxious, shut down, or stuck in survival mode — helping your nervous system feel more balanced and regulated.

  • Support for anxiety, stress, emotional dysregulation, and feeling overwhelmed.

  • Support for low mood, burnout, loss of motivation, and feeling stuck.

  • Support for individuals and couples navigating relationship rupture, conflict, communication issues, and disconnection.

  • Support through major life changes, grief, and periods of uncertainty.

  • Support for athletes, professionals, and high-performers looking to improve focus, mindset, and resilience.

  • Support for youth and teens navigating emotions, behaviour, anxiety, and life challenges.

How we help

Our licensed clinicians at Spear Counselling & Psychotherapy offer a compassionate and supportive space for healing, self-exploration, and meaningful growth.

  • Evidence-based therapy to help process trauma, PTSD, and distressing experiences.

  • A parts-based approach to help you understand and heal inner patterns and emotional wounds.

  • A brief, effective therapy to quickly reduce trauma symptoms, anxiety, and distress.

  • A therapy-supported approach to help process trauma, depression, and PTSD, with a strong focus on preparation, safety, and integration.

  • An evidence-based therapy that helps individuals process trauma and shift unhelpful thoughts related to PTSD and past experiences.

  • A structured, evidence-based approach that helps couples reconnect, improve communication, and feel more secure in their relationship.

  • A research-based approach to help couples improve communication, manage conflict, and build a stronger, more connected relationship.

  • A therapy-informed approach to help athletes and high-performers strengthen their mental game, improve focus, and perform at their best.

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Not sure where to start?

If you need guidance - you can complete our short matching form and we’ll connect you with a practitioner who’s the right fit for your needs — typically within 72 hours.