Dee Martin
Dee Martin, MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker/Psychotherapist
She/Her
Specialties: Acute trauma (accidents, medical trauma, sudden loss, violence, natural disasters), complex and developmental trauma, PTSD, attachment wounds, relational trauma, nervous system dysregulation, chronic stress, sexual assault and abuse recovery, intergenerational and systemic trauma, identity and self-worth, anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic growth.
Clients like: Clients often describe me as gentle, calm, and deeply present. I bring curiosity and compassion into every session, creating a space where you can feel safe enough to be authentic and vulnerable. I’m not here to “fix” you- I’m here to help you reconnect with the parts of yourself that already know how to heal. My approach is collaborative and paced around your readiness, balancing both reflection and practical tools for growth.
Modalities: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic and Mindfulness-Based Therapies, Applied Metapsychology, Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Strengths-Based and Anti-Oppressive Frameworks.
Availability: In person, virtual.
Schedule: Evenings and weekends.
Languages spoken: English
More About Me
Hi, I’m Dee Martin (she/her) - a trauma-informed therapist who believes that healing happens through connection - when you feel genuinely seen, supported, and accepted just as you are. My work focuses on helping people process painful experiences, rebuild a sense of safety in their bodies, and learn to trust their inner strength again.
I specialize in EMDR therapy because it allows us to go beyond talk and access the deeper layers of the nervous system where trauma often resides. Many of my clients come to me feeling stuck caught between wanting to move forward and feeling pulled back by old patterns and feelings. Together, we work gently and intentionally to release those emotional blocks, so you can live with more clarity, peace, and self-compassion.
Before becoming a therapist, I worked in community mental health, where I learned the profound importance of presence and safety in healing. I continue to integrate this belief into every session. I strive to make therapy a space where you can show up as your full self.
My approach is relational and intuitive. I draw from trauma-informed and somatic frameworks to help you make sense of what your body and emotions are communicating. I believe that healing is not linear-it unfolds in its own time, and you don’t have to do it alone.
Education & Certifications
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Master of Social Work, University of Toronto, 2024
Bachelor of Social Work, Trent University, 2020
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Traumatic Incident Reduction and Life Stress Reduction (2019)
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) (2023)
Safe Management Group (SMG) (2021)
Emotion Focused Family Therapy (2023)
Advanced CBT Trainings (2023)
EMDRIA approved EMDR Basic Training: S.A.F.E Approach (2025)
EMDR Training (2025)
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (2024)
