What Is Trauma Therapy?
Trauma therapy is specialized counselling that addresses the way difficult or overwhelming experiences get stored in the body and nervous system, not just the mind. Unlike traditional talk therapy alone, trauma-focused approaches work with how trauma actually lives in you: in patterns of tension, emotional reactivity, and deeply held beliefs about safety and worth.
At Another Chapter Counselling, trauma therapy is not a one-size-fits-all process. It is tailored to what you're carrying and how your system responds, always at a pace that feels manageable.
Trauma Doesn't Always Look Like What You'd Expect
Living with unresolved trauma can feel like carrying something invisible, something that shapes how you move through every day. Maybe you find yourself reacting in ways that don't make sense to you, feeling on edge when there's no clear reason, or shutting down when you want to connect. Sleep is difficult. Relationships feel complicated. The past keeps showing up in the present.
You may have tried to push through it, talked about it before without feeling better, or convinced yourself it wasn't "bad enough" to warrant support. Trauma doesn't have a severity threshold. If it affected you, it matters, and you deserve care that actually reaches it.
The good news is that trauma is not permanent. With the right approach, your nervous system can learn to feel safe again.
How Paige Approaches Trauma Healing
Paige Mathison is a holistic counsellor based in Kelowna with specialized training in modalities designed specifically for trauma. Her approach brings together EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), somatic experiencing, and trauma-informed coaching to work with both mind and body, helping the nervous system process what it has been holding.
What this looks like in practice:
- EMDR therapy to reprocess distressing memories so they no longer carry the same emotional charge
- Somatic experiencing to gently release stored tension and trauma from the body
- Trauma-informed coaching to rebuild a sense of agency, identity, and forward direction
Sessions are available in person in Kelowna or virtually across BC. Learn more about Paige and her background on the About Paige page.
What to Expect When You Start
An Initial Conversation
Work At Your Own Pace
Building Lasting Change
What Trauma Therapy Can Open Up For You
- Feeling safe in your own body again, with less tension, reactivity, and hypervigilance
- Healthier relationships, with better capacity to connect, set boundaries, and trust
- A quieter mind, as distressing memories lose their grip and daily life feels more manageable
Trauma therapy is not about reliving the past, it is about freeing yourself from it.
Counsellor
Discover transformative mental health counselling services tailored to your unique needs. Our experienced counsellors provide empathetic and professional support for issues like anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, trauma and much more. Explore evidence-informed therapeutic approaches designed to foster personal growth and resilience. Contact Paige for compassionate mental health counselling that prioritizes your well-being or visit us at www.anotherchapter.ca for more information!
Paige Mathison
Book NowFrequently Asked Questions About Trauma Therapy in Kelowna
No. Paige's trauma-informed approach, particularly through somatic experiencing and EMDR, does not require you to narrate your trauma in detail. Healing can happen without re-telling the whole story. You are always in control of what you share and when.
Traditional counselling often focuses on talking through thoughts and feelings. Trauma therapy goes further, working with the nervous system and the body to address how trauma is actually stored. Approaches like EMDR and somatic experiencing are specifically designed for this.
This varies widely depending on the nature of your experiences and your goals. Some people notice meaningful shifts in a handful of sessions, while deeper or more complex trauma may take longer. Paige will discuss a realistic path with you during your initial sessions.
Yes. Another Chapter Counselling offers virtual sessions across BC, and research supports the effectiveness of EMDR and trauma-informed therapy delivered online. Many clients find the comfort of their own space actually supports the work.
Coverage depends on your plan. Many extended health benefits cover registered counselling services. Contact your provider to confirm your coverage before booking.
Ready to Start Feeling Like Yourself Again?
In-person and virtual sessions available across BC.
