Allison Cordner & Associates | Speakeasy Counselling
Somatic Therapy Introduction
What Is Somatic Therapy
What Is Somatic Therapy
What Is Somatic Therapy
Created by Peter Levine, Ph.D., this therapy works on the principle that trauma gets trapped in the body
Who Is This Therapy for
What Is Somatic Therapy
What Is Somatic Therapy
Somatic therapy can help individuals that suffer from a wide range of mental issues such as trauma, stress reduction, grief, depression, migraines, autoimmune disorders and anxiety
Freedom From Trauma
What Is Somatic Therapy
Developing Your Focus
Trauma is stored in somatic memory and expressed as changes in the biological stress response.
Developing Your Focus
What Is Somatic Therapy
Developing Your Focus
Rather than just talk about them, somatic therapists guide patients to focus on their underlying physical sensations.
Relational & Process Based Therapy
What Is Relationally Focused Therapy AEDP
What Is Relationally Focused Therapy AEDP
What Is Relationally Focused Therapy AEDP
AEDP is a contemporary therapeutic approach that integrates principles from various evidence-based therapies, focusing on the relational dynamics between therapist and client. It's rooted in the understanding that our relationships and interactions play a crucial role in our mental health and overall well-being.
Who Is This Therapy for
What Is Relationally Focused Therapy AEDP
What Is Relationally Focused Therapy AEDP
At its core, AEDP emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship itself as a healing tool. It draws from cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and emotion-focused traditions but is uniquely centered around the processes that occur within the therapeutic relationship. This includes how clients form relationships, how they navigate i
At its core, AEDP emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship itself as a healing tool. It draws from cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and emotion-focused traditions but is uniquely centered around the processes that occur within the therapeutic relationship. This includes how clients form relationships, how they navigate interpersonal dynamics, and how these patterns influence their experiences and behavior.
Freedom From Trauma
What Is Relationally Focused Therapy AEDP
Freedom From Trauma
Therapists employing AEDP aim to create a safe, empathetic, and genuine connection, fostering an environment where clients can explore and understand their relational patterns and emotional processes. It's about meeting clients where they are, understanding their unique context, and working collaboratively to foster growth and change.
Clinical Director Lead Therapist & Clinical Supervisor
Allison Cordner M.A, RCC, MCS, Somatic Experiencing Cert.
Allison Cordner specializes in trauma recovery & relational therapy. With a Masters in Counselling Psychology and certifications in Somatic Experiencing & transpersonal counselling, she blends humor, Gottman principles, and AEDP to foster authentic communication. Reach out to her allison@speakeasycounselling.ca
Associate Clinical Counselling Therapist
Ojasvi Bhardwaj M.ASc, RP, (Qualifying), Family & Couples
Ojasvi Bhardwaj specializes in trauma recovery and relational therapy. She has a Masters of Sc in Counselling Psychology from McGill. Reach out to OJ at Ojasvi.Bhardwaj@speakeasycounselling.ca
Registered Clinical Counselling Associate
Gina Carnegie M.A, RCC, Somatic Experiencing (Candidate)
Gina Carnegie excels in specialized counseling for individuals, with a special touch for teenagers over 16 and students. Her approach combines personal empowerment with therapeutic expertise, covering issues like trauma and neurodiversity. Gina@speakeasycounselling.ca
Events
Live Talks & Presentations
Book Allison Cordner to be a platform speaker on various topics ranging from Bulllying in school aged-kids, mindfulness-based stress relief, trauma & somatic interventions, relationships, communication and more. We can also facilitate internal workplace workshops to improve team dynamics.
