Understand Trauma And How It Affects You
Events don’t traumatize us. It is what we come to believe about ourselves and the world as a result of those traumatic experiences that lingers and taints our current experiences and leaves us feeling like we are never quite safe, never quite present in the moment. This happens whether we are aware of the nature of the trauma or not.​
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Trauma doesn’t need to be the result of being in a war zone, a major accident, an assault, or any other event you would read about on the news. The moment something happens that creates a new (and untrue) belief about yourself (e.g., “I’m worthless.”, “I’m unlovable.”, “I am all alone.”, “I’m guilty.”, “I’m undeserving.”, etc.), you begin to respond differently to the world; you begin to be limited in your choices.
​You may feel forced to stay small, play it safe, and take fewer chances. You may also get triggered easily and sometimes inexplicably.
Those untruths that are now stored in the subconscious mind can be released. You can reclaim your freedom and your sense of safety. And this is where my role begins.
Let Me Help You Deal With Trauma
Experienced Trauma Therapist in Orléans, Gloucester & online across Ottawa
Hello, my name is Manon, I'm a trauma therapist in Orléans, and I want you to know that you are not alone in your struggle with trauma.
​Traumatic experiences can have a deep impact on your experience of life. They can hinder your growth and block you from living the calm, peaceful, and joyful life you are meant to live.
​This is where my role begins. I want to help you process and release the feelings and beliefs resulting from these experiences so that your past doesn’t define how you feel or behave today.​
I use two main approaches to trauma treatment:
EMDR Therapy
EFT Tapping
Find out more about them:
EMDR Therapy in Effective Trauma Treatment
EMDR has been shown to be effective in overcoming the aftermath of trauma. It is a well-supported therapeutic modality that uses specific bilateral stimulation to help you process the traumatic memories and lessen their impact on how you experience the present.
EMDR can not only be effective in processing and releasing traumatic events such as car accidents, wars, assaults, the loss of a child…(called big T traumas); it can also be effective for addressing experiences such as childhood teasing or bullying that have left us with beliefs such as “I’m not good enough” that we still operate under in the world years later (called little t traumas). I offer EMDR therapy in my in-person office in Gloucester, Ottawa.​​
EMDR therapy has been proven to be effective when dealing with the following conditions:
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PTSD
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Panic attacks
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Phobias
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Dissociative disorders and more
EFT Tapping in Trauma Therapy
Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), also called EFT tapping, meridian tapping (or just tapping) is a gentle release technique that allows for the accelerated processing of negative emotions.
EFT tapping operates under the assumption that all negative emotions are the result of disruptions in the individual’s energy system. The technique consists of tapping acupressure points on the body while tuning into a specific event, memory, emotion, pain, or, yes, trauma. I offer EFT tapping in my in-person therapy office in Orléans, Ottawa.
EFT has consistently shown quick, lasting relief from emotional pain, including after traumatic events.
Specifics You Need to Know About My Trauma Therapy Services
Years of Experience
15+
In-Person or Virtual
Therapy
50-min
Sessions
$200.00
Per Session
Trauma Therapy with EMDR: In-Person & Virtual
Starting April 2025, I offer my therapeutic services in two settings tailored to your circumstances and preferences:
Online therapy in English and French across Ontario.
If you live in Orléans/Gloucester and prefer in-person therapy, I invite you to my office located in Blackburn Hamlet. Here, you will find a 100% safe and comfortable space to talk about your challenges.
If you live somewhere else in Ontario or simply prefer to stay in the comfort of your home, I invite you to book virtual therapy with me. Online therapy is available to all Ontarians!
Start Trauma Therapy in Orléans, Ottawa Today
Book a Free 15-minute Initial Consultation
If you’re ready to shift from reliving past experiences to inner peace, I’m here to help you. I invite you to schedule a free consultation with me. All you need to do is fill out and send me this short contact form.
I'll reach out to you within 24 hours. We will meet via video, and I’ll be happy to answer any question you might have about trauma therapy with me, my services and approach.
If you think we are a good fit, we’ll discuss the next steps. However, if you need more time, don’t worry; there is also absolutely no need to commit to working together at the time of the consultation. You can get back to me if and when you decide you want to move things forward.
I look forward to meeting you!
Manon Sookocheff
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