Business Details
Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy Services in Kitchener
Sara Murphy Psychotherapy has been dedicated to trauma recovery and mental health support for over a decade. Our practice specializes in evidence-based therapies including EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, with a focus on treating trauma, addiction, and complex mental health conditions. As a registered psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and a Certified Canadian Counsellor, I combine somatic interventions, polyvagal theory, and mindfulness-based approaches to create personalized treatment plans.My training includes advanced EMDR techniques for complex trauma and dissociative disorders, as well as specialized programs for first responders and military personnel. We offer both traditional weekly sessions and intensive therapy formats designed to accelerate healing while maintaining client safety and stability. Our approach emphasizes compassionate care, harm reduction, and building meaningful life strategies to support long-term recovery.
Services
Individual Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Addiction Recovery
Trauma Treatment
Intensive Therapy Programs
Highlights and features
- We offer EMDR-certified therapy for trauma recovery
- Our practice integrates somatic and mindfulness-based approaches
- We provide intensive therapy formats for accelerated healing
- Our therapist holds advanced certifications in trauma treatment
- We combine multiple evidence-based modalities for personalized care
Associations and certifications
- College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
- Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association
Services
EMDR Therapy
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy treats trauma by reprocessing distressing memories. This evidence-based approach helps reduce emotional distress and improve coping. Sessions target specific traumatic experiences to promote healing and personal growth through bilateral stimulation techniques.
Addiction Recovery
Our addiction recovery program addresses substance use and behavioral addictions through trauma-informed care. We combine harm reduction strategies with evidence-based therapies to treat underlying causes. Treatment focuses on building healthy coping mechanisms and creating sustainable recovery pathways tailored to individual needs.
Intensive Therapy
EMDR Intensive Therapy offers concentrated treatment sessions over consecutive days. This format accelerates trauma recovery by minimizing treatment interruptions. Clients receive 4-6 hours of therapy daily with breaks, allowing deeper focus on healing while maintaining emotional stability throughout the process.
Individual Therapy
One-on-one psychotherapy sessions address mental health challenges through customized treatment plans. We integrate multiple evidence-based approaches to meet individual needs. Sessions focus on trauma recovery, emotional regulation, and developing healthy coping strategies for long-term wellness and personal growth.
Trauma Treatment
Specialized trauma treatment incorporates EMDR, somatic interventions, and polyvagal theory principles. We address complex trauma and PTSD symptoms through evidence-based modalities. Treatment focuses on nervous system regulation, emotional healing, and rebuilding healthy relationships with self and others.
People
Sara Murphy
Registered Psychotherapist
Sara Murphy is a registered psychotherapist with over a decade of experience in trauma treatment and addiction recovery. Certified in EMDR and multiple trauma-focused modalities, she specializes in intensive therapy programs and complex mental health conditions.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you specialize in?
We specialize in EMDR therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, and somatic interventions for trauma recovery.
Do you offer intensive therapy programs?
Yes, we provide EMDR Intensive Therapy programs with 4-6 hour sessions over consecutive days for accelerated trauma recovery.
How do you approach addiction recovery?
Our addiction treatment combines trauma-informed care, harm reduction strategies, and evidence-based therapies to address root causes.
Are your services covered by insurance?
As a Registered Psychotherapist, our services may be covered by extended health benefits - please check with your provider.
What populations do you work with?
We treat adults and transition-age youth dealing with trauma, addiction, PTSD, and complex mental health challenges.
