Trauma Treatment

24/7 nursing support ensures continuous, around-the-clock care for individuals undergoing treatment. Skilled nurses provide medical monitoring, administer medications and help with daily needs. This constant presence ensures safety, comfort and immediate response to health concerns.

As necessary, psychiatrists and medical professionals will prescribe and monitor medication to alleviate symptoms, stabilize mood and improve overall well-being, often in conjunction with other therapeutic interventions.

Cognitive Processing Therapy is a psychological treatment that helps the individual identify and process past traumas and their impact on the individual’s present-day life. A 12-session CPT program will be delivered through individual sessions with the participant’s therapist. Participants in CPT will meet multiple times per week to review their worksheets.

Somatic therapy, also known as somatic experiencing therapy, is a mental health therapy that aims to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other mental and emotional health issues through the connection of mind and body. This body-centric approach works by helping to release stress, tension and trauma from the body.

Unlike other mental health therapy approaches, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, which focuses prominently on the mind, somatic therapy incorporates body-oriented modalities such as dance, breathwork and meditation to support mental healing. In addition, somatic experiencing therapy sessions include both talk therapy and mind-body exercises.

We focus on teaching practical, applicable skills such as communication, problem-solving and emotional management. These interactive sessions allow participants to actively engage, practice and internalize new skills.

The Healing Institute staff will be taking participants into Comox and Courtenay in a therapeutic manner. Accompanied by our supportive team, participants visit the community once a week to slowly and strategically readjust to everyday life.

Recreational therapy relies on leisure activities to improve physical, emotional and mental well-being. It’s a holistic approach that encourages personal development, social interaction and skill-building through enjoyable experiences. Tailored to individual needs, recreational therapy fosters relaxation, stress reduction and a sense of accomplishment, enhancing overall quality of life and reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety.

Journalling is a tool for self-reflection, emotional processing and personal growth. Individuals can explore thoughts and feelings, set goals and track progress, fostering self-awareness and resilience.

Yoga is a holistic practice combining physical postures, breath control and meditation to enhance mental and physical health. It promotes relaxation, mindfulness and body awareness, helping to reduce stress and anxiety.

Art therapy is a creative form of psychotherapy that uses artistic expression to facilitate emotional healing and self-discovery. Through drawing, painting, sculpting or other mediums, individuals can externalize feelings, explore personal experiences and develop coping skills.