Counselling For Chronic Pain And Chronic Illness

Facing Chronic Illness or Trauma?

I understand how difficult living with chronic conditions or trauma can be. And at The Woods Counselling Co., I offer specialized online therapy that helps you:

Manage symptoms and improve overall well-being
Develop coping skills to build resilience
Create a life you love, despite chronic pain or trauma

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Explore Therapy Styles Tailored to Your Needs

We offer personalized approaches, including Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) and pain therapy, to help address both the mental and physical aspects of chronic illness and trauma. Ready to start your journey?

Book a free consultation today and take the first step towards healing.

Chronic Health Support

Living with chronic conditions like Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, or Chronic Pain can leave you feeling stuck. Whether you've received a diagnosis or are still seeking answers, we're here to guide you. Our therapy provides tailored support for:

Chronic pain can feel overwhelming and isolating, making it difficult to lead a fulfilling life. We understand. Our online therapy offers personal support and guidance for individuals coping with chronic pain.
Chronic pain affects more than just the physical body. We recognize the emotional impact and the importance of the validation of it.
Our therapist, who also lives with chronic pain, will work with you to develop customized coping strategy based on research of what makes pain better.
We utilize various evidence-based techniques, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) that has useful skills, somatic therapy, pain reprocessing therapy, and somatic experiencing. As well as Safe and Sound Protocol, and bilateral stimulation. Both of which can stimulate the vagus nerve and lower our pain.
Next through teaching energy pacing, and mindfulness practices, you’ll learn to not only manage your pain but also improve your overall well-being.
Ready to take control of your chronic pain?
Book a session today and explore our additional resources, such as the Pacing course and Chronic Illness Pacing Workbook.
Watch our videos to learn more about our approach and pain management tools.
Supporting Someone You Love?
Seeing a loved one struggle with illness can be incredibly difficult for caregivers and families. Witnessing their pain, navigating uncertainty, and managing daily challenges can take a toll on your mental health and well-being.
We understand.
That's why we offer a variety of personalized therapy approaches specifically designed to support caregivers and families facing the challenges associated with illness.
Learn more below about how therapy can help you cope with stress, navigate complex emotions, and find the support you need to continue caring for your loved one while prioritizing your own well-being.
Feeling overwhelmed and need immediate support?
We understand that some days are simply harder than others. If you're facing a crisis situation or experiencing high stress, we offer online crisis support to help you through these challenging moments.
Please note: While this content addresses crisis support, individuals with a history of crisis situations may find it triggering.
Our Emergency Therapy Sessions are designed to provide immediate assistance. These drop-in sessions offer a safe space to talk through your situation and find strategies to cope with difficult emotions.
Don't hesitate to reach out. Book a session today and let's talk it through.

Trauma Recovery & Support

Trauma can feel isolating, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Whether you’ve experienced a single event or ongoing stress, we provide compassionate therapy to help you process your experience and rebuild your life. We specialize in:

Have you experienced stressful or traumatic events within the healthcare system?
These experiences, which can be referred to as medical or healthcare trauma, can leave you feeling anxious and stressed, impacting your well-being.
We understand. Our therapist has lived experience with such trauma and is committed to providing compassionate online therapy for individuals facing similar challenges.
Whether you're coping with the aftermath of surgery, chemotherapy, a bad experience, or chronic illness-related anxiety, we can help. We offer various therapy options, including compassionate care therapy, to address your unique needs and help you:
- Reduce anxiety and stress
- Develop coping skills to manage difficult emotions
- Embrace a sense of control and empowerment in your healthcare journey
Remember, you don't have to go through this alone. Let us support you on your path towards healing.
Heal from Childhood Trauma with Online Therapy
At Woods Counselling Co., we provide compassionate online trauma counseling for individuals aged 5 and up who have experienced various forms of childhood trauma. Our certified trauma therapist has extensive experience helping individuals overcome the lasting effects of:
- Parentification
- Traumatic childhood experiences
- Health-related traumas (family illness, hospitalization, surgery)
- Abuse and neglect
We utilize Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) to help you:
- Process traumatic experiences and memories
- Develop coping skills to manage difficult emotions
- Build healthy relationships
- **Move forward with your life
If you're struggling with the lingering effects of past trauma, we can help. Schedule a consultation today to start your healing journey.
Empowering Support for Trauma and Stress
If you've experienced trauma, including:
- Health trauma
- Sexual assault
- Domestic violence
We understand the profound impact these events can have on your life and offer specialized online therapy to help you heal and move forward.
Our therapist is highly trained in trauma-focused therapy and possesses extensive experience supporting survivors. She utilizes evidence-based approaches like Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Trauma-Focused Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DMT-F) to address symptoms like flashbacks, anxiety, and depression.
We are also registered with the Crime Victim Assistance Program and can help you access affordable care.
Explore our services below or book a session today to talk with a compassionate and experienced therapist.
For immediate support with managing high stress symptoms, check out our containment and grounding resource.

Online Therapy Options to Support You

We recognize that chronic illness and trauma affect both the mind and body. Our therapy options, such as the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), target the nervous system to calm stress responses and help you regulate your body. With evidence-based, sound therapy, we help:

Reduce inflammation
Lower pain and gut-related symptoms
Stimulate the vagus nerve to promote safety and balance

Your Chronic Illness Support Team

Chronic illness impacts not only individuals but their families. Our services extend to providing guidance and support for family members to help them navigate these challenges together.

With flexible online therapy and weekly support sessions, we’re here to help you, wherever you are in Canada or the U.S.

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What Our Clients Say

Josh M.

First time talking to a counsellor and I know for a fact I couldn’t have made a better choice. I feel like most people fear judgement, and I’m definitely one of them but from the first interaction, I’ve felt extremely comfortable opening up and feel understood but also align with every piece of advice and guidance I’ve been given. Thanks Elysia!
Sarah M.

Elysia is incredibly understanding and supportive. She has helped me develop tools to manage my chronic illness and improve my mental health. - Sarah M.
Nathalie C.

I am so happy that I found Elysia. She takes such a technical approach to helping me - which makes the path forward seem a lot more inviting and less overwhelming. She's giving me the tools and she's patiently and kindly teaching me how to use them. Elysia is incredibly intelligent and her knowledge of people and how our brains work is so impressive. I don't feel like I'm just sitting there talking about my problems. Elysia is teaching me how and why I feel the way I do, and ways in which I can improve the way I think and feel about myself and situations I find myself in on a day to day basis.
Emma S.

I'll be forever grateful. When I started therapy I was really really anxious of being vulnerable and sharing about my trauma and relationship and feeling dumb. I'd never done therapy and had some bad experiences with social workers. But when I met Elysia she was a warm gentle spirit. She was open to helping and non-judgmental towards anything I said. Nothing was too uncomfortable to say, and she made me feel like I wasn't crazy. It's been months and I don't know where I'd be without her.
Bridget B.

I highly recommend The Woods Counselling Co. for anyone struggling with chronic illness and mental health challenges. It was so wonderful to have Elysia to support me each week. and give me tools as I faced cancer and treatments.