Ms. Lara Longo, MSW, RSW

(she/her)
Preferred Name: Lara

EMDR Certified Therapist

EMDR Consultant-in-Training

Online Therapy

About Me

As a psychotherapist and trauma therapist, my approach is informed by Compassionate Inquiry. I am a Compassionate Inquiry Founding Facilitator, EMDR Consultant in Training and Clinical Supervisor. I integrate various trauma therapy modalities including EMDR, IFS, Poly-Vagal Therapy, Trauma Sensitive Yoga - Meditation, Art Therapy and Ancient Wisdom Teachings. I support clients through a range of challenges and concerns (emotional, mental, relational and spiritual), and have a special interest in the treatment of complex and intergenerational trauma with adults. I also support clients with medicine work preparation and integration. I have worked alongside Indigenous community since 2007 as a helper and counsellor, my approach to psychotherapy has been strongly influenced by these connections. I am passionate about personal change and awareness; this intention forms the foundation of my work with clients and community.

Education & Experience

Master of Social Work - Specialization in Trauma and Addictions Treatment Graduate Studies in Art Psychotherapy Founding Facilitator and Practitioner of Compassionate Inquiry IFS Informed Practice Somatic Experiencing and Poly-Vagal Informed Trauma Sensitive Yoga and Meditation Art Therapist

Professional & Volunteer Affiliations

Professional Member of the Canadian Art Therapy Institute

Specialty Area

  • Abuse/Neglect
  • Addictions
  • Alcohol/Substance Abuse
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Attachment Disorders
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Eating Disorders
  • Grief/Loss/Mourning
  • Marriage/Relationship Issues
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Race, Culture, Ethnicity Issues
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Somatic Issues
  • Spirituality
  • Stress Management
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adults
  • Community Mental Health Center
  • Couples
  • First Responders
  • Group
  • Seniors
  • Underserved
  • Veterans/Military

Language

  • English

Insurance

  • BlueCross BlueShield

First Nation Non Insured Health Benefits ( NIHB ), Blue Cross, Extended Health Care Benefit Plans