Rachel Kim
Registered Psychotherapist
Member of College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)
Psychotherapy Provider (Registered Psychotherapist)
Credentials Verified by PM
I help people facing various challenges related to acute & chronic stress, including generalized anxiety, psychological & somatic dissociation, obsessive-compulsive issues, disordered eating, self-harm, and feelings of chronic shame & loneliness. I am particularly skilled in helping individuals navigate the effects of developmental trauma or C-PTSD on daily functioning & intimacy. I also offer relationship counselling for those seeking to deepen their connection, repair from conflict, or navigate trauma recovery together.
Relevant Education & Training
Psychotherapy Dipl., Transformational Arts College of Holistic & Spiritual Training, 2017
B.A. Sociology, York University, 2015
(Training in Trauma Neuroscience and Treatment)
Treating Affairs and Trauma (17 hrs), The Gottman Institute, 2025
Couples and Addiction Recovery (6 hrs), The Gottman Institute, 2025
Somatic Skills Online Program (96 hours), Kathy Kain, 2024-2025
Trauma Coupling Dynamics (20 hrs), Kathy Kain, 2023
Attachment & Trauma Therapy for Adult Relationships (12 hrs), Diane Poole Heller & Terry Levy, 2022
Brainspotting Phase 1 (24 hrs), Brainspotting Canada Association, 2022
DBR – Deep Brain Re-Orienting, Advanced Level (20 hrs), Frank Corrigan, 2022
Ego States Therapy (24 hrs), Robin Shapiro, 2021
SE – Somatic Experiencing Certificate Program (150 hrs), SE International, 2021-2024
CRM – Comprehensive Resource Model, Advanced Level (120 hrs), Lisa Schwarz, 2020-2021
ACT – Acceptance & Commitment Therapy for Trauma Cert. (36 hrs), Russ Harris, 2020
Treating Complex Trauma w/Structural Dissociation Theory Webinar (12 hrs), Kathleen Martin, 2020
Working with Parts Workshop (12 hrs), Wilfred Laurier University, 2019
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Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Level 1 & 2 (30 hrs), The Gottman Institute, 2025
Emotion Focused Therapy for Couples (32 hrs), York University Clinic, 2023
Dialetical Behavioural Therapy Skills Training (12 hrs), Dr. Marsha Linehan, 2021
CBT – Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Anxiety Cert. (16 hrs), Beck Institute, 2019
Foundations of Applied Mindfulness Meditation Cert. (60 hrs), University of Toronto, 2018
Compassionate Inquiry Workshop (12 hrs), Dr. Gabor Maté, 2017
CBT – Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Cert. (24 hrs), Hincks-Dellcrest Centre, 2017
Primary Practice Location
Toronto, Ontario
Phone: (437) 747-3909
Extended office hours: evenings, weekends
Website: https://rachelkimtherapy.com (opens in new tab)
Years of Experience
9
Certifications
Somatic Experiencing Practitioner Certificate (SEP)
Member of Somatic Experiencing International (SEI)
Member of Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals (OAMHP)
