Holistic Treatment for PTSD in Vancouver
Heal from PTSD with therapies that work with the body, mind, and spirit to address the underlying condition, not just its symptoms.
Almost two-thirds of adults are exposed to at least one potentially traumatic event at some point in their lives
In Canada, approximately 8.5% of adults screened positive for PTSD.
Transportation accidents, physical assault, life-threatening illness/injury, and sexual assault are the most commonly reported traumatic individual events.
PTSD: A Nervous System Stuck in Survival Mode
What is PTSD?
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. It affects how the brain and body respond to stress, often leaving individuals in a heightened state of alertness long after the danger has passed.
What are the symptoms of PTSD?
PTSD doesn’t just live in the mind; it often shows up physically as well. Chronic muscle tension, digestive issues, fatigue, autoimmune symptoms, and a constantly activated stress response are common. This is because trauma directly affects the nervous system, keeping it in a prolonged state of fight, flight, or freeze.
Your PTSD Healing Journey Begins with the Right Care
PTSD recovery isn’t one-size-fits-all. Healing requires a personalized, multi-layered approach that addresses the body, mind, and emotions.
Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy
Psychedelic-assisted therapy is an emerging approach to mental health treatment that combines the use of psychedelic medicines with structured therapeutic support. It can help individuals process trauma, shift entrenched thought patterns, and access deeper emotional insight. When supported by skilled preparation and integration, psychedelic therapy has shown promise in treating PTSD by enhancing neuroplasticity and facilitating meaningful psychological breakthroughs.
Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT)
After traumatic experiences, individuals often avoid painful emotions by staying busy, numbing with substances or screens, or withdrawing from others. This avoidance may prevent the processing of traumatic memories, which is necessary for healing.
Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) supports individuals in gently engaging with emotions instead of avoiding them. It encourages them to “stay with” their feelings in a safe space to build resilience. EFIT prioritizes emotional regulation as the foundation for changing trauma-related thinking patterns and is an evidence-based therapy validated for trauma-related disorders, including PTSD.
Somatic Experiencing and Craniosacral Therapy
Somatic Experiencing and Craniosacral Therapy are gentle, body-based therapies that support trauma healing by helping regulate the nervous system. Somatic Experiencing works to release stored survival stress and restore a sense of internal safety and resilience. Craniosacral Therapy is a subtle, hands-on technique that supports deep relaxation and helps the body unwind patterns of tension, trauma, and dysregulation.
These therapies offer a powerful and integrative approach to recovering from PTSD and complex trauma by working directly with the body’s natural capacity to heal. Sessions can be tailored to your unique goals and may include one or both modalities, depending on your needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions About PTSD
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PTSD develops after a person experiences or witnesses a traumatic event.
Not everyone who experiences trauma will develop PTSD—factors like personal history, resilience, and support systems play a role.
Trauma can overwhelm the nervous system, leaving the body and mind stuck in a state of threat or hypervigilance.
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Yes. PTSD can result from chronic stress or repeated small traumas.
Examples include growing up in an unstable or unsafe household, emotional neglect, or persistent bullying.
These experiences can be just as impactful as a single traumatic event.
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A holistic approach supports the whole person—not just the symptoms. This means addressing:
Nervous system regulation (through somatic therapies, acupuncture, massage, and breathwork)
Emotional healing (via counselling and psychedelic-assisted therapy)
Physical health (nutrition, movement, and sleep support)
Energetic balance (through practices like mindfulness, meditation, or Traditional Chinese Medicine)
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Yes, healing from PTSD is absolutely possible with the right support and treatment.
Recovery doesn’t mean forgetting the trauma; it means regaining a sense of safety, connection, and control over your life.
Many people go on to live full, meaningful lives after trauma.