Who We Are
The Local Therapists is a virtual mental health practice specializing in trauma and anxiety treatment for adults and Teens across Ontario. We offer personalized, evidence-based care - so you can explore what you’re going through at your own pace.
Trauma Therapy
We provide trauma-informed therapy to help you process painful experiences, reduce triggers, and feel safer in your body and in your life. Together, we move at a pace that feels manageable for you.
Our therapists are licensed, registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW), and committed to making therapy more accessible and affordable—so cost is less of a barrier to getting support. Many extended health benefit plans cover services with a Registered Social Worker; please check your plan for details.
Specialized Support for MVA Recovery
Healing after a car accident is a deep process that involves both your mind and body. We are here to help you navigate the road back to confidence, addressing driving fears, physical tension, and the complex emotional weight often left behind after a collision.
Who We Help
We specialize in helping adults and teenagers throughout Ontario who are navigating the aftermath of car accidents, complex trauma, or persistent anxiety. Whether you are struggling to feel safe or simply feel stuck, our virtual space is a gentle place to begin your healing.
Coping with Anxiety and Overwhelm
When anxiety takes over, life can feel like a constant state of high alert. We offer a comforting environment to help you understand your nervous system, quiet the racing thoughts, and develop practical strategies to find a sense of calm in your daily life.
Trauma and PTSD Care Options
If you are living with the weight of past traumatic events, you might feel disconnected or easily overwhelmed. Our approach focuses on validating your experience and providing the tools needed to help you feel grounded and secure in the present.
Therapy Styles
EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a powerful method used to help your brain file away distressing memories differently, so they no longer trigger the same intense emotional or physical pain.
CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) explores the link between what we think and how we feel. By gently challenging unhelpful patterns, we work together to build a more supportive and resilient mindset for your future journey.
DBT
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) provides you with concrete skills to manage intense emotions and improve your relationships. It is about finding balance and learning how to stay present even when things feel difficult.
It’s okay if your thoughts feel messy or you don’t know where to start. You don’t need a polished story to show up here. We just take it person to person, exactly as you are.
Coping with Anxiety and Overwhelm
When anxiety takes over, life can feel like a constant state of high alert. We offer a comforting environment to help you understand your nervous system, quiet the racing thoughts, and develop practical strategies to find a sense of calm in your daily life.
EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a powerful method used to help your brain file away distressing memories differently, so they no longer trigger the same intense emotional or physical pain.
Therapy Styles
Contact Us
Reaching out for support can feel like a big step, and you don’t have to have the perfect words.
Not ready to book yet? Use the form below to ask a question or learn more. Share as much or as little as you’re comfortable with—we’ll take it from there.
Email: info@thelocaltherapists.com
Phone: (226) 350-9121
Location: Virtual psychotherapy for adults and teens across Ontario. All sessions are offered online, so you can attend from the comfort of your home.
Reaching out for support can feel like a big step, and you don’t have to have the perfect words.
Not ready to book yet? Use the form below to ask a question or learn more. Share as much or as little as you’re comfortable with - we’ll take it from there.