Trauma can overshadow your sense of safety—draining your confidence, making once-routine tasks feel overwhelming, and leaving you with a constant sense of unease. I’m Madison Sikking, the founder of Madison Marie Counselling and a Certified Canadian Counsellor dedicated to providing a supportive environment where you can share your story without judgment. My approach is trauma-informed, drawing on evidence-based methods like EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), and CBT to help you work through what’s weighing you down at a pace that respects your comfort.

When you arrive at  my office on Macleod Trail SW, you’ll find a calm setting with thoughtful touches (like blankets, soft lighting, and gentle scents) so you can feel secure as you open up about painful memories. Whether you’ve experienced a single incident or multiple stressors over time, my goal is to walk beside you, offering guidance and empathy as you rebuild resilience and reintroduce a sense of hope into your day-to-day life.

Possible Signs of Trauma or PTSD

• Frequent nightmares, flashbacks, or distressing thoughts
• Avoiding people, places, or conversations linked to the event
• Feeling on edge, jumpy, or irritable without a clear reason
• Difficulty sleeping, concentrating, or managing everyday stress
• Overwhelming guilt, shame, or a sense of detachment from loved ones

Trauma doesn’t always follow a predictable pattern—it can show up as unexplained anxiety, anger, or sudden shifts in mood. If these experiences resonate with you or someone you care about, taking that first step to reach out can be a crucial move toward relief and genuine healing.