Our Team
Counselling and Psychotherapy for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. It can impact your relationships, your sleep, your ability to trust, and your overall sense of safety. Our clinicians at Prince Edward County Counselling and Psychotherapy (PECCP) provide trauma-informed therapy to help you process the pain, regain control, and begin your healing journey.
Whether your trauma stems from childhood experiences, abuse, violence, war, or a recent life-threatening situation, our therapists create a supportive and non-judgmental space.
Mitchell Manicone (he/him)
MSW, Registered Social Worker
Penelope Park (she/her)
Registered Psychotherapist
Spencer Wheeler (he/they)
MSW, Registered Social Worker
What are the common signs of PTSD?
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can affect every part of your life, including your emotions, relationships, physical health, and sense of safety. While PTSD is often associated with military combat, it can develop after many different types of traumatic experiences, including abuse, accidents, medical trauma, violence, natural disasters, childhood neglect, or repeated exposure to distressing events.
Symptoms don't always appear immediately after a traumatic event. For some people, they begin within days or weeks, while others may not notice significant symptoms until months or even years later. PTSD can also look different from person to person, and not everyone experiences the same combination or intensity of symptoms.
Common signs of PTSD include:
Emotional numbness or feeling detached
Trauma can make it difficult to connect with your emotions or the people around you. You may feel emotionally "shut down," disconnected from loved ones, or like you're watching life happen from a distance. Activities that once brought joy may no longer feel meaningful, and it can become difficult to experience positive emotions.
Feeling constantly on edge or easily startled
PTSD often keeps the nervous system in a heightened state of alertness. You may feel hypervigilant, constantly scanning your surroundings for danger, become easily startled by unexpected sounds, or struggle to relax even when you're safe. Everyday situations may leave you feeling tense, restless, or emotionally exhausted.
Flashbacks, intrusive memories, or nightmares
Traumatic memories can return unexpectedly through distressing thoughts, vivid dreams, or flashbacks that make it feel as though the event is happening again. These experiences can be frightening and may be triggered by sounds, smells, locations, anniversaries, or other reminders of the trauma.
Persistent guilt, shame, or self-blame
Many people living with PTSD struggle with painful beliefs about themselves following a traumatic experience. They may blame themselves for what happened, question decisions they made during the event, or carry feelings of shame and worthlessness, even when they were not responsible for the trauma.
Therapy can help challenge these beliefs while fostering greater self-compassion and emotional healing.
Trouble sleeping or concentrating
PTSD can significantly affect your ability to rest and focus. Difficulty falling asleep, frequent waking, nightmares, poor concentration, memory problems, or feeling mentally foggy are common experiences. Many people also find it difficult to stay present because their attention is pulled toward thoughts of potential danger or intrusive memories.
How To Get Started
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FIND THE RIGHT THERAPIST
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SCHEDULE A SESSION
Schedule a time that works for you, no referral needed. Choose between in-person or virtual sessions.
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BEGIN YOUR SESSIONS
Start your therapy journey with support tailored to your goals, at your own pace.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Resources
Helpful Resources
Here are a few resources that you might find helpful for your mental health and wellness journey.
In-Person and Online Sessions Available
We offer flexible options to meet your needs, whether that means visiting our clinic at Armory Mall in Picton or connecting virtually from anywhere in Ontario. Your comfort comes first.
Our Location
Our clinic is located inside the Armoury Mall, via the Main Street entrance, within the vibrant community of Picton. Our space is designed to be welcoming, affirming, and comfortable, whether you're visiting us in person or connecting virtually from anywhere in Ontario.
Address: Armoury Mall, Unit 2N, 206 Picton Main St, Picton, ON K0K 2T0
Get in touch!
Feel free to email us or simply send your question using the contact form below.
📞 613-476-8850
📧 info@peccp.ca