About me
Registered Psychotherapist Specializing in Trauma and Anxiety Treatment
Hello, I’m Victoria Donahue, a Registered Psychotherapist, Certified EMDR Therapist and Consultant, a Certified Somatic and Sensorimotor Psychotherapist, and IFS Institute-trained, based in Toronto, Ontario with over 12 years of experience helping individuals heal from trauma, anxiety, and emotional challenges. I specialize in the treatment of trauma, anxiety and PTSD using a variety of effective therapeutic approaches, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Therapy, Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), parts work, shadow work and archetypal and depth psychology. My integrative therapeutic style is tailored to each individual’s unique needs and nervous system, providing a holistic approach to healing.
My Approach to Therapy
Throughout my career, I’ve witnessed the profound impact that trauma and anxiety can have on one’s well-being. I believe that healing is possible through deep self-awareness, emotional regulation, and inner peace. That’s why I blend evidence-based modalities like IFS, Somatic Therapy, EMDR, Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR) and Havening to address the mind-body connection, allowing you to process and release emotional pain in a safe and supportive environment.
Each person’s journey is unique, and I work collaboratively with my clients to provide personalized care that respects their pace and comfort level.
Education & Training
I earned my Masters in Counseling Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute in California. Beyond my academic background, I’ve completed advanced training and certifications in trauma treatment, IFS, EMDR, Somatic Therapy, and PTSD recovery. These trainings have provided me with a wide array of tools to help clients heal from their past and overcome present struggles.
I’m deeply grateful for the mentors, teachers, and experts who have shaped my practice, and I bring this wealth of knowledge and experience into each session with my clients. My approach is rooted in compassion, empathy, and respect for each person’s unique healing process.
Why Choose Me as Your Therapist
With over a decade of experience, I offer a compassionate and client-centered approach to psychotherapy. Whether you’re struggling with trauma, anxiety, or emotional pain, I’m here to help you navigate your healing journey with the support and understanding you deserve. I take pride in providing a warm and safe space where you can explore and heal at your own pace.
My Journey
Before becoming a psychotherapist, I worked for several Fortune 100 companies in Toronto. I was your typical Type A overarchiever. But I was miserable. I was burnt out. My soul was craving more. I was seeking meaning. I enrolled in a Holistic Nutrition program in Toronto, which ignited my passion for health and wellness. While working with my nutrition clients, I became fascinated with the mind-body connection. It was interesting to me how our thoughts, feelings, and unconscious beliefs create our reality and directly impact our happiness and health. I also started to notice that emotional issues, relationship problems, unresolved issues from the past, and trauma are often at the root of many health challenges.
I’ve had the honour of working with renown teachers and mentors across North America. I earned my Masters degree in Counselling Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute in California. I tailor my approach to my client’s needs and use a mix of relational psychodynamic methods, sensorimotor psychotherapy techniques, depth psychology theory, and mindfulness tools. In addition to my psychotherapy practice in Toronto, I speak to audiences, and I blog for several publications.
As a client, I started to recognize some of the shortcomings of traditional talk therapy in my own counselling. As such, I sought out training in cutting edge treatment approaches informed by neuroscience as well as alternative healing modalities.
My Qualifications
– Masters in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Depth Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute in California
– Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists in the Ontario
– Certified EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) Therapist
– Psychotherapy Certified Sensorimotor (somatic / body-centered) Psychotherapy Therapist
– Internal Family Systems (IFS)
– Havening
– Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR)
– Breathwork
– Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
– Depth (Jungian) Psychology
HOW TO GET STARTED
Book a free 15-minute phone consultation today. I look forward to connecting from you!