Helping You Return to the Life, Work, and Activities That Matter Most
Occupational Therapy & Psychotherapy for Trauma, Workplace Injury, and Return-to-Work Recovery
We provide specialized, evidence-based Occupational Therapy and Psychotherapy for adults experiencing trauma, PTSD, operational stress injuries, anxiety, depression, workplace psychological injury, and challenges returning to work following illness or injury.
Our practice supports individuals whose mental health concerns are affecting their ability to function in daily life, maintain meaningful roles, or participate fully in work, family, and community life. We have particular expertise working with first responders, military members, veterans, healthcare professionals, and individuals recovering from workplace injury or trauma.
Who We Commonly Support
• Injured Workers Recovering from Psychological or Physical Injury
• Healthcare Professionals and Frontline Workers
• First Responders (Police, Fire, EMS, Dispatch)
• Professionals Experiencing Burnout or Compassion Fatigue
• Individuals Experiencing Operational Stress Injuries (OSI)
• Military Members (CAF Regular Force and Reservists)
• Individuals Recovering from Workplace Trauma or Critical Incidents
• Adults Living with Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, or Trauma-Related Challenges
• Veterans
An Integrated Approach
At Elevate Therapy Services, occupational therapy and psychotherapy are combined to address both the emotional impact of trauma and its effects on daily life and work. Rather than treating symptoms in isolation, we focus on how you think, feel, function, and participate in the roles that matter most to you. This restores confidence, resilience, and independence.
Psychotherapy
Occupational Therapy
In psychotherapy, we work with evidence-based approaches to process traumatic experiences, reduce distress, and build skills for managing emotions, thoughts, and triggers.
In occupational therapy, we translate this progress into practical strategies for sleep, routines, concentration, relationships, and safe, sustainable return to work.
This integrated model is especially helpful for first responders, military members, and other high-stress professionals where psychological injuries affect performance and confidence. Our goal is to support you in rebuilding a life that feels meaningful, manageable, and aligned with your values.
Depression, Anixety, Trauma, PTSD & Operational Stress Injuries
We provide evidence-based Occupational Therapy and Psychotherapy services for individuals experiencing the effects of anxiety, depression, trauma, psychological injury, and operational stress. Treatment is tailored to support recovery, resilience, and meaningful participation in daily life, work, and relationships.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Operational Stress Injuries (OSI)
Critical Incident Exposure
Workplace Trauma
Anxiety and Panic
Depression
Burnout and Occupational Stress
Moral Injury
Compassion Fatigue
Services are available for first responders, military members, veterans, healthcare professionals, injured workers, and adults recovering from traumatic or psychologically significant life events.
Return-to-Work Services
Services are designed to support recovery from trauma, psychological injury, and workplace-related illness or injury while safely rebuilding work capacity.
Functional Assessments
Evaluate physical, cognitive, emotional, and workplace demands to identify barriers to successful work participation and recovery.
Graduated Return-to-Work Planning
Develop structured, individualized plans that support a safe and sustainable transition back to work while balancing recovery needs.
Workplace Accommodation Recommendations
Provide practical recommendations to help employees perform their roles effectively while managing injury, illness, or psychological challenges.
Employer Collaboration
Work collaboratively with employers, case managers, and other stakeholders to support recovery goals and facilitate successful workplace reintegration.
Exposure-Based Work Re-entry
Use evidence-based strategies to gradually rebuild confidence and tolerance for workplace environments, tasks, and responsibilities following injury or trauma.
Confidence Building
Support individuals in restoring self-confidence, resilience, and a sense of competence as they return to meaningful work and daily activities.
Supporting First Responders, Military Members, Veterans, and Healthcare Professionals
Professionals in high-stress roles face unique challenges that require a specialized approach. We offer evidence-based therapy and rehabilitation specifically designed for the needs of those who serve our communities, focusing on trauma recovery, operational stress injuries, and maintaining meaningful engagement in both professional and personal life.
Why Clients Choose Elevate Therapy Services
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Dual-trained Occupational Therapist and Registered Psychotherapist
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Specialized expertise in trauma, PTSD, and workplace psychological injury
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Experience supporting first responders, military members, veterans, and healthcare professionals
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Evidence-based treatment approaches including CPT, PE, CBT, DBT, ACT, and Motivational Interviewing
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Functional, recovery-focused care that supports meaningful participation in life and work
Accessing
Services
We provide virtual services to clients across Ontario, and offer in-person services in Peterborough and surrounding areas (Apsley, Bancroft, Belleville, Cobourg, Port Hope, Trenton, Havelock, Kawartha Lakes).
We work with a variety of funding and referral sources to ensure that clients in Ontario can access the specialized care they need. Our services are often covered by extended health benefits, workplace insurance, and specialized funding programs.
- WSIB - Mental Health Program of Care
- Extended Health Benefits
- Private Pay Patients
- Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC)
- Blue Cross
- Workplace Direct Referrals