PTSD Counselling in New Brunswick
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can develop after experiencing or witnessing a deeply distressing event, like a car crash, assault or natural disaster. It can manifest in various ways, such as flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, or a constant sense of being “on edge.” For some, it feels like the trauma never ended.
C-PTSD, or Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, is similar to traditional PTSD, but it results from chronic trauma that occurs over time, such as childhood abuse or neglect, domestic violence, captivity or long-term exposure to emotional or relational trauma.
C-PTSD includes all the classic PTSD symptoms (like flashbacks, hypervigilance, and avoidance), plus additional layers of difficulty, including:
Emotion regulation problems: feeling chronically angry, empty, or numb.
Negative self-concept: deep shame, guilt, or a sense of worthlessness.
Interpersonal challenges: difficulty trusting others, fear of abandonment, or feeling
detached from people.Chronic sense of threat or helplessness, even in safe situations.
Counselling provides a safe, supportive space for people with PTSD and C-PTSD to process what happened and begin reclaiming your life. Healing usually involves long-term, relationship-based therapy, such as trauma-focused CBT, EMDR, or somatic and attachment-based work. Building safety and trust is key.
With the right care, it’s possible to reduce symptoms, feel more grounded and start building a future that isn’t defined by trauma.
How we can help
Our therapists are trained in evidence-based approaches for trauma recovery. We can help you:
Understand and manage PTSD and C-PTSD symptoms like flashbacks, nightmares and intrusive thoughts
Learn grounding techniques to feel safe in the present moment
Work through the emotional impact of trauma, including guilt, shame or anger
Address related struggles such as anxiety, depression or substance use
Strengthen relationships impacted by trauma
Develop coping strategies to restore a sense of safety, balance and hope
We use therapies such as trauma-focused CBT, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy) and mindfulness-based approaches — always tailored to your pace and comfort.
WHO WE HELP
We provide support to:
Individuals living with PTSD after accidents, natural disasters or violence
Veterans and first responders coping with trauma from service
Survivors of childhood trauma, abuse or neglect
People who have experienced medical trauma, grief or sudden loss
Families and partners affected by their loved one’s PTSD
No matter your story, you don’t have to go through this alone.
How It Works
The first step in connecting with a PTSD counsellor in New Brunswick is to either fill out our intake form or book directly with one of our counsellors online. If you’re not sure who to book in with, you can take our therapist matching quiz — a quick and easy way to connect with an available therapist who’s the right fit for your journey. Alternatively, you can call our booking coordinator at 506-651-1239 Ext. 1 to get matched right over the phone. Our booking coordinator takes great care in thoughtfully matching you with a therapist who fits your needs, preferences and availability.
Once matched, your therapist will work with you to build safety and trust, explore your experiences at a pace that feels manageable, and provide tools to reduce distressing symptoms. Counselling may involve processing the trauma directly or focusing on symptom relief and resilience — depending on your needs.
Sessions are flexible, available both in-person and virtually across New Brunswick and designed to meet you where you are.
How often you attend sessions is discussed collaboratively and is based on your needs and schedule.
You are always in control of your therapy, working at your own pace, and can choose the frequency and length to best suit your needs.
How much does PTSD counselling cost?
Sessions with a registered social worker (RSW) or licensed counselling therapist (LCT) are $150 for 50 minutes.
For specialty therapy, including Family, Couples, TRIP, EMDR, ART or Play Therapy, sessions are $160 for 50 minutes.
Is PTSD counselling covered by insurance?
Our counselling fees are not covered by Medicare but are covered by many extended health insurance plans.
Our clinic has therapists who are either registered social workers (RSW) or Licensed Counselling Therapists (LCT).
You must check your specific plan for what you have coverage for, as coverage is different for each policy. Verify that your plan covers counselling/therapy with a MSW, RSW or LCT. Your insurance may state you have coverage for clinical counsellor or psychotherapist, which would cover LCT or social worker.
We also offer direct billing with many different insurance companies, which allows you to keep more money in your pocket. We can direct bill Blue Cross, Veterans Affairs (VAC), Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), Canada Life, Claim Secure, Chamber of Commerce, Work Safe, NIHB, Department of Social Development, and more provided your plan is set up for direct billing. Your are still responsible for any co-pay amounts at the time of service.
About Laura Gatien & Associates
At Laura Gatien & Associates, we take a proactive and collaborative approach to mental health treatment, offering clients access a diverse team of professionals with various expertise and specialties who learn from and can refer to one another. We take a holistic approach to treatment and believe everything makes perfect sense in the context of your life experiences.
Quality care is very important to us as a team, and we ensure this is upheld through regular clinical meetings, ongoing professional development and training opportunities, as well as using evidence-based frameworks. This helps us provide you with the best care for your individual needs so you can make progress sooner.
Our clients benefit from shared resources that exist within a team and the peace of mind that they are not just working with an individual, but are part of a broader mental health community learning and growing together.
We prioritize accessibility and availability of services, providing limited wait times and evening appointments to accommodate diverse schedules. We will regularly ask for feedback on your experience here so we can continue to improve.
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You Deserve To Heal
Trauma may be part of your story, but it does not have to control your life. With the right support, healing is possible. You can feel safer in your body, calmer in your mind, and more hopeful about the future.
You don’t have to carry this burden alone. Take the first step today toward reclaiming your life.