Paula Reis
Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist, EMDR Certified Therapist, EMDRIA Approved Consultant, RSW, MSW
- Clinical Consultant
- Not Accepting New Clients
With 28 years as a school social worker, I’ve dedicated myself to working both with elementary and secondary students, as well as the Mental Health and Safe Schools Departments, always through a trauma-informed lens. In private practice, I specialize in mind-body therapies like EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and DBR (Deep Brain Reorienting). I’ve been privileged to coach and consult on numerous EMDR trainings, and I find great fulfillment in supervising MSW students and mentoring colleagues.
My goal is to guide clients toward relief, awareness, and hope by addressing the root causes of their emotional distress.
Works With:
- Teenagers
- Adults
Areas of Focus/Specialties:
- PTSD
- C-PTSD
- Dissociative Disorders
- Attachment Trauma
- Intergenerational Trauma
- Anxiety
- Phobias
Therapeutic Approaches & Modalities:
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- IFS-informed
- Polyvagal-informed
- Ego State Therapy
Training & Experience
- Adjuct Professor at University of Toronro
- Bachelor of Science (Psychology) – University of Toronto
- Master of Social Work – University of Toronto
- EMDR Child & Adolescent Specialist Specialization in Neuropsychology
- Approved EMDRIA Consultant
How To Get Started
Starting therapy can feel like a lot. We make the first step simpler.
Step 1 — Book a Free Consultation
Get your questions answered, tell us what you are looking for, and let us help place you with the right therapist or service.
Step 2 — Get Matched Thoughtfully
Based on your needs, goals, age, symptoms, and preferences, we help guide you toward the best-fit next step.
Step 3 — Begin Care at the Right Pace
We start by understanding your history and present concerns, then create a plan that supports meaningful change without overwhelming your system.