Psychological Counselling
Evidence-based mental health treatment for trauma, anxiety, and adjustment.
Psychological care at HCMG is provided by clinicians registered with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario or the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. Our team has particular experience in the psychological consequences of motor vehicle collisions.
All psychological care at HCMG is delivered in private consultation rooms, with strict confidentiality and information-handling standards.
What Psychological Counselling Treats
- •Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and acute stress reactions
- •Adjustment disorders following injury or life change
- •Driving anxiety and travel phobia following a motor vehicle collision
- •Depression and persistent depressive symptoms
- •Generalized anxiety and panic disorder
- •Sleep disturbance secondary to pain or trauma
- •Pain-related psychological distress
- •Cognitive and emotional sequelae of mild traumatic brain injury
Our Clinical Approach
Initial psychological consultation includes a comprehensive intake assessment, standardized symptom measurement, and discussion of treatment goals.
- •Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) — for anxiety, depression, and pain coping
- •Trauma-focused CBT and prolonged exposure — for PTSD and post-collision trauma
- •Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) — where appropriate, by trained clinicians
- •Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) — particularly in chronic pain presentations
- •Psychoeducation and behavioural activation — foundational strategies for recovery
Psychological Care in Motor Vehicle Collision Recovery
Psychological symptoms are common after motor vehicle collisions and can be as functionally limiting as physical injuries. Driving anxiety, post-traumatic stress symptoms, depressed mood related to loss of activity, and pain-related distress often present together.
Under the SABS, psychological assessment and treatment are recognized rehabilitation services. Our psychologists and psychotherapists prepare OCF treatment plans, progress reports, and detailed psychological assessments for medico-legal use.
What to Expect
Coverage & Funding
- •Statutory Accident Benefits (auto insurance) — direct billing available
- •Extended health insurance — coverage varies; confirm with your carrier
- •Employee Assistance Programs
- •WSIB (with approval)
- •Private pay
Frequently Asked Questions
Recovering from a motor vehicle collision?
Speak to our intake team today about coordinated assessment and treatment.
