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Amanda Elston, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

I’m Amanda, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) based in Ontario. My path to becoming a therapist began with a deep belief that healing is possible—even after the most painful experiences. I’m passionate about supporting people who have lived through trauma, helping them move from simply surviving to feeling grounded, safe, and connected again.

I understand how trauma can quietly shape how you see yourself and the world—how it can show up as anxiety, self-doubt, emotional numbness, or constant overthinking. My goal is to offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you can begin to explore your story at your own pace. Together, we’ll work to understand how past experiences may still be influencing the present and develop tools to help you find calm, strength, and trust in yourself again.

I specialize in supporting teens and adults who are navigating the effects of trauma, including childhood wounds, combat PTSD/moral injury, sexual assault, forced hospitalization/medical trauma, and abusive relationships. Many of my clients struggle with emotional regulation, boundaries, perfectionism, and a deep sense of not feeling “enough.” In therapy, we focus on helping you reconnect with your body, build emotional safety, and create meaningful change that lasts. My approach integrates trauma-informed, somatic, and attachment-based practices—always centered around your unique story and strengths.

I hold a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and am registered with the CRPO. My additional training includes EMDR, IFS (Internal Family Systems), ACT, DBT, Gottman Method, and Indigenous Healing Methods: Mending Broken Hearts.

Fun fact: When I’m not in the therapy space, you can find me hiking with my two very high-energy rescue pups or recharging in nature—my favorite grounding practice.

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