Gisele Harrison, MSW

Registered Social Worker

“I am an EMDR therapist, Consultant and Trainer. I specialize in PTSD, C-PTSD, Dissociative conditions, developmental trauma. I use a feminist, anti-oppressive approach as well as parts work, somatic psych, expressive arts and mindulfness.”

About Me

When complex trauma or dissociative experiences make daily life feel overwhelming, finding a path forward can seem impossible. I guide individuals to gently process past experiences, untangling the lasting impact of developmental or complex trauma. We can gently process difficult memories with EMDR, integrating mindfulness to build inner calm. My feminist, anti-oppressive approach ensures a truly welcoming space for all, helping you find strength and clarity.

Approach

Parts work, somatic psych and expressive arts shape how we move through memories: each session is paced to your window of tolerance, alternating focused bilateral processing with grounding and creative embodiment so you stay anchored. In my Windsor office or in French or English virtual check-ins, you'll be invited to notice shifts in sensation, voice and boundary between sessions through short, practical practices we tailor together. The work is collaborative and attuned to safety, useful for people seeking steadier presence, clearer relationships and less reactivity.

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Basic Information

Windsor, Canada

In-person

Services

Individual and Relationship Counselling

Services Offered:

Advocacy
Services that help individuals navigate healthcare, education, or social systems to ensure their mental health needs are recognised and met.
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Clinical Supervision
Professional oversight and reflective practice for clinical practitioners, ensuring quality of care and supporting ongoing development.
Trauma Counseling
Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.
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Relationship Counseling
Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.
Sex Therapy
Specialised therapy addressing sexual concerns such as low desire, performance anxiety, pain during sex, or mismatched needs between partners.
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EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, a therapy that uses guided eye movements to help the brain process and integrate traumatic memories.
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Adolescent Therapy
Therapy designed for teenagers, using age-appropriate methods to address issues like anxiety, identity, peer pressure, and family conflict.
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Coaching
A goal-oriented practice focused on identifying objectives, overcoming obstacles, and taking action, centred on the present and future rather than past difficulties.
Community Psychology
A branch of psychology that addresses mental health at the community level, focusing on social factors like poverty, inequality, and access to services.

Works With:

Communities
Groups
Individuals
Organisations
Adults

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

Abuse
Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.
Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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Cross-Cultural
The psychological challenges of living between two or more cultures, including identity conflicts, acculturation stress, and difficulties with belonging.
LGBTQI+ Support
The unique psychological experiences of LGBTQI+ individuals, including identity exploration, coming out, discrimination, minority stress, and relationship dynamics.
Relationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
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Grief, Loss & Bereavement
The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss, varying widely in duration and expression.
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Chronic Illness
A long-term health condition (e.g., diabetes, autoimmune disease, chronic pain) that persists over time and affects physical, emotional, and social well-being.
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Depression
A mood disorder marked by persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, and changes in energy, sleep, or appetite that impair daily functioning.
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PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a condition that develops after a traumatic event, causing flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and emotional numbness.
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Trauma
The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.
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