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Trauma can live in the mind, body and nervous system long after the original event has passed. It can shape how you feel, think, relate and move through the world. For many people, trauma shows up as anxiety, shame, numbness, emotional overwhelm, panic, relationship challenges or a deep sense of disconnection from self and others.
As a trauma counsellor in Coquitlam, BC, my work focuses on creating a safe, compassionate and steady space where healing can unfold at your pace. I have specialized training in complex trauma, PTSD, C-PTSD and attachment trauma, and I support clients in rebuilding a sense of regulation, trust, safety and connection—both within themselves and in their relationships.
Trauma Takes Many Forms
Trauma does not look the same for everyone. It can be:
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Acute trauma, such as an accident, injury or frightening event
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PTSD, where trauma symptoms appear suddenly and intensely
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Complex trauma (C-PTSD), often developing from long-term stress, instability or harm
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Early years trauma, including neglect, inconsistent caregiving or childhood adversity
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Attachment trauma, where emotional needs were not met safely growing up
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Relational or interpersonal trauma
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Trauma connected to culture, immigration or identity
Each person’s nervous system adapts differently. Each story deserves its own pace, space and understanding.
Acute PTSD can feel overwhelming, scary or sudden. Early years and attachment trauma often feel more woven into identity, relationships and deeply rooted emotional patterns.
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Because trauma varies widely, the work of healing must be gentle, deeply compassionate and grounded in safety first.
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How Trauma Therapy Helps
With consistent, supportive trauma counselling, people often experience:
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Reduced anxiety, tension and fear
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Greater emotional clarity and resilience
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Stronger ability to regulate nervous system responses
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Decreased flashbacks, nightmares or intrusive memories
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More stable relationships and attachment patterns
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Less shame, self-blame and emotional overwhelm
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Improved sleep, boundaries and self-trust
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A deeper sense of inner safety and calm
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Reconnection with identity, purpose and meaning
Healing trauma is not about “getting over it.”
It’s about finding yourself again—slowly, safely, and with support.
Trauma healing happens through connection, co-regulation, emotional safety, curiosity and care.
In our work together, we slow down, build trust, and create a foundation where your nervous system feels supported enough to explore what hurts—without pushing, rushing or overwhelming.
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My trauma therapy includes:
Polyvagal-Informed Nervous System Regulation
We work with your body’s states—fight, flight, freeze, fawn—and help shift them through grounding, breath, gentle movement and internal cues.
Together, we build skills for calm, connection and regulation.
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Somatic Techniques
Trauma often lives in the body as tension, numbness, activation or shutdown. Somatic work helps you reconnect with your physical experience in a safe and respectful way.
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Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT)
This helps make sense of traumatic memories, challenge unhelpful beliefs and reduce trauma-related distress.
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Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
We practice awareness, presence and compassionate observation of thoughts and sensations.
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DBT Skills for Trauma Navigation
Tools for emotional regulation, distress tolerance and grounding during triggering moments.
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Attachment-Focused Interventions
We explore how early experiences shape your emotional patterns, beliefs and relationships today. This helps rebuild secure internal grounding and healthier relational expectations.
Grounding & Co-Regulation
Before exploring trauma, we build strength in grounding practices and co-regulation—your system supported by another regulated nervous system.
This is essential for healing safely.
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Begin Trauma Healing in Coquitlam
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If you’re ready to feel more grounded, supported and connected to yourself, I’m here to help.
Call or text 778-788-4159
Email: olga@feelgoodcounselling.com
Or book your session online
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You deserve to feel safe, calm, and at home within yourself. Let’s begin.