Through the Woods Psychotherapy: Specialized Therapy for Narcissistic Abuse in Ontario

Michelle Lauzon

Founder, Registered Psychotherapist, NATC

B.A., B.Ed., M.Ed.,

I am a Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (NATC). I help people struggling with narcissistic abuse/toxic relationships and Highly Sensitive Persons under Dr. Ramani Durvasula's framework and trainings.

You are not too much, or too little, or too anything. And on the days when reality feels blurred and self-doubt creeps in, let this be your reminder: there is a way through, and a way back to yourself. When you’re ready to walk that path together, I will be here.

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Credentials

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REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST

College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
Registration # 007743

UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA

Master of Education, Counselling Psychology (M.Ed)

LAURENTIAN UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology (B.A)

LAURENTIAN UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Education (B.Ed)

ADDITIONAL TRAINING

Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE) for Post-Traumatic Stress

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for Post-Traumatic Stress

Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (NATC) training with Dr. Ramani Durvasula

Client Focus: Young adults, adults (16+)

Areas of interest: Narcissistic Abuse, Trauma/PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, BPD, Emotion regulation issues, Self-esteem, Grief and loss, Stress management, Relationship issues

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I consider it a privilege to meet you where you are, even in the dark, and start walking through with you.

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Corinne Larouche

Registered Psychotherapist

B.A., M.A.C.P., RP

Working together, we will identify triggers and develop strategies to work through challenges that may be keeping you from your ideal life. Using a client-centred approach, I work with you to develop the strategies you need to feel aligned with your authentic self/goals. I work with neurodevelopmental, depressive, obsessive, and anxiety disorders, including ASD and ADHD. I am bilingual and offer psychotherapy services in both English and French. I am committed to using evidence-based interventions.

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Credentials

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REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST

College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
Registration # 009959

YORKVILLE UNIVERSITY

Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (M.A.C.P)

LAURENTIAN UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology (B.A)

ADDITIONAL TRAINING

Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT)

Certificate in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) LEVEL 2: Application to Specific Populations

Client Focus: Youth, families, young adults, adults (10+)

Areas of interest: Neurodevelopmental Disorder, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and ADHD, OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Emotion regulation issues, Self-esteem, Grief and loss, Stress management, Parenting/child and family issues, Trauma

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Please show up exactly as you are. I’d be glad to help you manage in a way that enriches your life. Lead the way, as I walk alongside you.

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Rachel Tresilian

Registered Psychotherapist, Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (NATC)

B.A., M.A., RP, NATC

I am a Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (NATC). I provide psychotherapy to adults and adolescents, with a focus on relationship dynamics, narcissistic abuse recovery, and trauma. My approach is rooted in current research and guided by evidence-based practices that are adapted to meet each client’s unique needs.

I believe therapy works best when it’s a collaborative, respectful process. I view you as the expert of your life, and my role is to support you in making sense of your experience while offering insight, tools, and a safe, nonjudgmental space for growth.

Healing takes time, care, and support—and you don’t have to do it alone. Whether you’re working through past wounds or navigating current challenges, I’m here to walk alongside you with curiosity, compassion, and care.

Credentials

REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST

College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
Registration # 11809

YORKVILLE UNIVERSITY
Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology

WILFRID LAURIER UNIVERSITY
Honours Bachelor of Arts, Psychology

ADDITIONAL TRAINING

EMDR Training Part 1 & 2
Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (NATC) (present)
Complex Trauma Certification Training Level 1 & 2 (CCTP/CCTP-II)

Client Focus: Young Adults, Adults (16+)

Areas of Interest: Narcissistic Abuse, High Conflict Relationships, Co-Parenting, Relational Stress, Family Dynamics, Trauma/PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Stress/Emotion management, Self-esteem, Self-Identity

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Ashley Chiappetta

Registered Psychotherapist

BA, MACP, RP

With a focus on inner child healing and a deep understanding of the dynamics of narcissistic abuse, antagonism, and overall relational trauma, I create a safe and compassionate space for you to explore your experiences and rediscover your inner strength. My approach is warm and tailored to your unique needs, helping you navigate challenges and foster meaningful transformation. With evidence-based therapies, we’ll work together to empower you to heal and grow.

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Certifications, Workshops & Trainings

Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT): Attachment-based Interventions to Treat
LivingWorks Suicide Prevention Certification
Eating Disorders - From Image to Illness Certification of Completion
Early Intervention Field Traumatologist Certification
The Fallout of Narcissistic Abuse with Dr. Ramani Durvasula
How to Work With Shame Workshop (NICABM
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Client Focus: Young adults, adults

Areas of interest: Narcissistic relationship, Trauma/PTSD, Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Inner Child Work, Stress, Depression, Personality Disorders, Coping Skills, Family Conflict, Life Transitions, School Issues.

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Alexia Wensing

Registered Psychotherapist

HBA, MACP, RP

If you're struggling with the effects of relationship trauma, attachment wounds, or finding it difficult to feel like yourself after years of suppressing who you really are, I’d be glad to support you in easing that pain. I work from an IFS-informed lens and often use inner child work to help clients reconnect to their authentic self. I've also helped individuals navigate painful family dynamics, emotionally unavailable partners, or environments where they were never fully seen.

I have experience working with individuals healing from relational trauma, attachment injuries, and long-standing patterns of self-abandonment. I am committed to working collaboratively with you, hearing you in your concerns, and implementing therapy goals we can work towards. I utilize reliable measures to track our progress.

Please show up exactly as you are. I’d be glad to help you manage in a way that enriches your life.

Credentials

REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST

College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
Registration #11774
Masters of Counselling Psychology

ADDITIONAL TRAINING

Gottmans Level 1 Couples Training
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Certification

Client Focus: Individuals, Young Adults, Adults (16+)

Areas of Interest: Attachment style, Self-identity, Values, Authenticity, Relational Stress, Childhood wounds, Trauma/PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Stress/Emotion management, Self-esteem

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Shir Grains

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (NATC)

B.A., MACP.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (NATC) working with adults navigating relational trauma, life transitions, immigration stress, identity struggles, and emotionally difficult relationships. As an Israeli/Hebrew-speaking therapist, I understand the complexity of living between cultures, rebuilding a sense of home, and carrying the emotional weight of family, responsibility, and transition. Many of the clients I support are navigating immigration, cultural adjustment, loneliness, relationship difficulties, burnout, or feeling emotionally “split” between different parts of their identity. I work from a relational and psychodynamic lens while integrating practical tools to help clients better understand emotional patterns, boundaries, anxiety, self-worth, and attachment wounds. My approach is thoughtful, grounded, compassionate, and culturally sensitive. I offer culturally informed therapy for individuals balancing personal growth, family expectations, cultural identity, and major life transitions.

I have a special interest in supporting:
• Immigrants and newcomers adjusting to life transitions
• Jewish and Israeli clients
• Adults recovering from emotionally immature or narcissistic relationships
• High-conflict family dynamics
• Trauma, relational stress, and identity struggles
• Clients feeling disconnected from themselves, relationships, or community

REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST (QUALIFYING)

College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
Registration # 19702

YORKVILLE UNIVERSITY
Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology

ADDITIONAL TRAINING
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Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (NATC)

Client Focus: Adults (16+)

Areas of Interest: Narcissistic Abuse, Emotional Abuse, High Conflict Relationships, Relational Stress, Family Dynamics, Trauma/PTSD, Immigration & Cultural Adjustment, Jewish & Israeli Mental Health,, Identity & Self-Worth, Anxiety & Burnout

Languages: English, Hebrew

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Gabrielle Belhumeur

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

B.A, M.A

I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with a special interest in working with adult children of emotionally immature parents and Highly Sensitive Persons (HSP). If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the impact of a painful relationship dynamic, you may feel stuck, exhausted, or unsure how to move forward. You might find yourself questioning your worth, your reality, or your sense of safety. This is where I truly thrive.

My approach is relational, gentle, and deeply collaborative. I create a space where all parts of you are welcomed with understanding and compassion, including the parts that learned to survive by people-pleasing, over-functioning, or staying small. Our work is mindfully paced and guided by your needs, supporting meaningful healing that feels attuned, grounded, and sustainable rather than rushed or overwhelming.

I integrate evidence-based practices with deeper emotional and body-based healing, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), inner child work, somatic and nervous system regulation, and EMDR trauma reprocessing. It would be my genuine pleasure to walk alongside you as you reconnect with who you are.

Credentials

REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST (QUALIFYING)

College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
Registration # 17079

CARLETON UNIVERSITY
Honours Bachelor of Arts, Psychology (B.A.)
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SAINT PAUL UNIVERSITY
Master of Arts in Counselling, Psychotherapy & Spirituality (M.A.)

ADDITIONAL TRAINING

‍Complex Trauma Certification Training Level 1 & 2 (CCTP/CCTP-II) with Dr. Janina Fisher
Treating the Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents with Dr. Lindsay Gibson
EMDR Training

‍Client Focus: Adults (16+)

Areas of Interest: Narcissistic Abuse, Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents, Highly Sensitive Persons, Family Conflict, Relational Stress, Family Dynamics, Trauma/PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Burnout

Languages: English

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Virtual Therapy Works

Experience the benefits of virtual therapy, now accessible to all residents of Ontario. Studies have proven that online therapy is just as effective as in-person sessions, while also providing you with a cost-friendly option in the comfort of your own home at the convenience of flexible scheduling. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to enhance your well-being from wherever you are!

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Ontario's trusted clinic for Narcissistic Abuse Recovery

Betrayal, anxiety, or walking on eggshells? You don’t need a label to know it's hurting you — we’re here to help.

Not all who wander are lost—until someone makes them doubt their way.

We understandVCs are tough

Meet the Team

Michelle Lauzon

Credentials

I consider it a privilege to meet you where you are, even in the dark, and start walking through with you.

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Corinne Larouche

Credentials

Please show up exactly as you are. I’d be glad to help you manage in a way that enriches your life. Lead the way, as I walk alongside you.

Rachel Tresilian

Ashley Chiappetta

Certifications, Workshops & Trainings

Alexia Wensing

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Shir Grains

Gabrielle Belhumeur

Credentials

I consider it a privilege to meet you where you are, even in the dark, and start walking through with you.

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Michelle Lauzon

Credentials

Please show up exactly as you are. I’d be glad to help you manage in a way that enriches your life. Lead the way, as I walk alongside you.

Corinne Larouche

Rachel Tresilian

Certifications, Workshops & Trainings

Ashley Chiappetta

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Alexia Wensing

We provide highly specialized therapy for Narcissistic Abuse Recovery across Ontarioincluding Sudbury, Toronto, Ottawa, and beyond.

Your healing deserves more than a quick fix, and beyond general trauma-informed therapy.

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We understand
VCs are tough

We provide highly specialized therapy for Narcissistic Abuse Recovery across Ontario
including Sudbury, Toronto, Ottawa, and beyond.

Is virtual therapy as effective
as in-person therapy?

What can I expect during an
intake (initial) appointment?

How many sessions will I need?
How often will I be scheduling?

Do you accept insurance?
How does it work?