Many people seek therapy when they feel overwhelmed, burned out, emotionally stuck, or disconnected, even if they appear “high-functioning” in daily life. You may benefit from therapy if stress feels constant, emotions feel hard to manage, relationships feel strained, or past experiences continue to impact your present. Therapy is not only for crisis situations — it is also a supportive space to process long-term stress, trauma, and emotional exhaustion in a sustainable way.

Hartwell Counselling therapy Group offers trauma-informed therapy using an integrative approach that includes somatic therapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Sessions are tailored to your needs and focus on nervous system regulation, emotional processing, and building long-term resilience. This approach is especially helpful for clients navigating trauma, burnout, anxiety, and chronic stress.

Somatic therapy is a body-based approach to trauma therapy that focuses on how stress and trauma are held in the nervous system, not just in thoughts or memories. Many people experiencing burnout or trauma notice physical symptoms such as tension, fatigue, or emotional shutdown. Somatic therapy helps you reconnect with your body, regulate stress responses, and process emotions in a way that feels safer and more grounded than talk therapy alone.

Yes. Hartwell Counselling Therapy Group provides online therapy across Canada, including Ontario, British Columbia, Nova Scotia, and Alberta (including Edmonton). Virtual therapy allows you to access trauma-informed counselling from the comfort and privacy of your own home, making it easier to fit therapy into a busy professional or caregiving schedule.

Therapy sessions at Hartwell Counselling Therapy Group are offered on a private-pay basis or through insurance. Many clients are able to use extended health benefits through their workplace insurance plans, depending on their provider and coverage. You are encouraged to check with your insurance company to confirm coverage for counselling services. Receipts are provided for reimbursement where applicable.

Your first therapy session is a space to slow down, ask questions, and begin building a sense of safety and connection. We will discuss what brings you to therapy, your goals, and what support might feel most helpful right now. There is no pressure to share everything at once. Sessions are paced intentionally, especially for clients with trauma histories or chronic stress.

The length of therapy varies depending on your goals, needs, and life circumstances. Some clients benefit from short-term support, while others choose longer-term therapy for deeper healing. Progress often shows up as increased emotional awareness, improved regulation, clearer boundaries, and a greater sense of stability. Therapy is collaborative, and we regularly check in to ensure the work feels supportive and meaningful.

Hartwell Counselling Therapy Group is a good fit for adults and professionals seeking trauma-informed, culturally responsive therapy, especially those navigating burnout, long-term stress, or emotionally complex experiences. Many clients choose this practice because they want therapy that honors both emotional depth and lived experience. You are welcome to book a free 15-minute consultation to ask questions and explore fit before committing to ongoing sessions.

The 6-Week Trauma Reset is a time-limited, structured program designed for individuals seeking focused, compassionate support within a clear therapeutic container. While still personalized, the work is more intentional and concentrated, integrating nervous system regulation and trauma-processing approaches over a defined six-week period.

If you’re unsure which option is the best fit, an intake session can help determine the most supportive path forward.