Tess Bantock

BHSc, MA, CCPA

Certified Clinical Counsellor | Trauma-Informed Therapist 

Welcome — I’m so glad you’re here.

Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you just don’t quite belong? Perhaps you’re carrying a quiet, persistent anxiety, a low mood that doesn’t have a clear cause, or a deep sense of displacement. Whether you’re navigating a major life change, the invisible weight of trauma, or the complex emotions that come with the ups and down of life —you’re not alone. These experiences can feel isolating and disorienting. Therapy can be a space to feel seen, supported, and empowered to reconnect with yourself.

My approach is person-centered, collaborative, and warm—with a deep respect for the uniqueness of your story. I also work with unconscious processes and internal conflicts that may be shaping your thoughts and behaviours in ways that are hard to understand alone. This means we can explore both your present-day challenges and deeper patterns that may be holding you back—always at a pace that feels right for you.

I work with individuals across the lifespan and with a wide range of concerns, but I have a particular interest in:

• Supporting those managing medical-related anxiety (including life-threatening allergies)
• Working with trauma and PTSD using EMDR and integrative approaches

My ultimate goal is to help you find clarity, build sustainable tools, and experience lasting, meaningful change. Whether you’re here to process trauma, manage anxiety, navigate grief, or reconnect with your sense of self—I’m here to walk with you.

If you’re ready to begin, I offer a free 15-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit. You deserve to feel at home—in yourself, and in the world. Let’s take that step together.

Additional Training: EMDR (including 2.0 practice), DBT, Narrative Therapy, MBSR, and CBT.

Fee: $160 for individual sessions and $205 for 90min EMDR sessions. Registered to accept clients approved for FNHA funded counselling.

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