resources

A collection of articles, community supports, crisis resources, and more — all curated so that support extends outside of the therapy room.

for when you need additional support

Support can take many forms. Whether you’re looking for immediate support, educational resources, community connections, or recommendations for further exploration, I hope this collection services as a helpful starting point.

If you are in need of urgent support or experiencing a crisis, please explore the resources listed under the Immediate Crisis Support tab or click the button below to be redirected to the Distress Centres of Toronto.

I'm in need of urgent support

    • Distress Centres of Toronto

      416-408-HELP or www.dcogt.com

    • 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline

      Call or Text 9-8-8

    • Canada Suicide Prevention

      1-833-4566

    • Kids Help Phone (21 and under)

      1-888-668-6868 or www.kidshelpphone.ca

    • Crisis Text Line

      Text HOME to 741741

    • Toronto Rape Crisis Centre/Multicultural Women Against Rape

      416-597-8808 or www.trccmwar.ca

    • Salal Sexual Violence Support Centre (Women & 2SLGBTQIA+)

      1-877-392-7583

    • Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse Hotline

      1-866-887-0015

    • The PEARS Project

      www.thepearsproject.wordpress.com

  • Religious Trauma

    • Hell Bent: How the Fear of Hell Holds Christians Back from a Spirituality of Love by Brian Recker

    • Secrets of Divine Love: A Journey into the Heart of Islam by A. Helwa

    • Holy Hurt: Understanding Spiritual Trauma & the Process of Healing by Hillary McBride

    Relationships & Attachment

    • Hold Me Tight: Seven Conversations for a Lifetime of Love by Sue Johnson

    • Attached by Amir Levine & Rachel S.F. Heller

    Trauma & Healing

    • What My Bones Know by Stephanie Foo

    • No Bad Parts by Richard Schwartz

    • It Didn’t Start With You by Mark Wolynn

    • Are You Mad At Me? by Meg Josephson

    Neurodivergence

    • Unmasking Autism: Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity by Devon Price

    • Off the Spectrum: Why the Science of Autism Has Failed Women and Girls by Gina Rippon

    Liberation, Systems & Collective Healing

    • Decolonizing Therapy: Oppression, Historical Trauma, and Politicizing Your Practice by Jennifer Mullan

    • My Grandmother’s Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts by Resmaa Menakem

    • Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer

In Community

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In Community ~

Colorful abstract painting with various shapes and words such as 'connection,' 'community,' and 'you.' There are flower-like designs, stick figures, and lively brushstrokes.

A few glimpses into the conversations, collaborations, and community experiences that have shaped the 4th space

Photo of a performance space with musical equipment including microphones, guitars, and sound mixing console, set up in front of a seating area with chairs and plants, under a partially unfinished ceiling with exposed pipes and lighting.

The Stories We Tell Ourselves

The Stories We Tell Ourselves

In collaboration with Dr. Jennifer Tang, this community wellness event explored holistic approaches to health through a trauma-informed and relational lens. Participants were invited to reconnect with their bodies, deepen self-understanding, and explore practices that support balance, well-being, and sustainable care for themselves.

A promotional display for Dr. Jennifer Tang, a naturopathic doctor specializing in hormone and gut health. The display includes a large poster with her photo and information, a marble counter with informational pamphlets, brochures, a clipboard with a sign-up sheet, and several small bottles and products arranged on shelves.

Shapes & Forms of Resistance

Hosted as part of Poetry Decoded's art market fundraiser, this guided meditation offered a compassionate space to honour collective grief and hold onto hope for justice in the face of ongoing genocides in Palestine, Sudan, and beyond. Rooted in community care, the meditation supported participants in grounding themselves, processing difficult emotions, and reconnecting with their inner strengths and shared humanity.

At the Heart of It

The gatherings featured here may look different on the surface, but they all began with the same belief: that people deserve spaces where they can connect, reflect, learn, and engage with the questions that matter most to them.

If you're hoping to create a space like that in your own community, I'd love to hear from you.

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Nurturing Women’s Wellness

This workshop wove together narrative and somatic practices with creative expression, inviting participants to reflect on the stories that shape their lives. Through reflection and plant medicine, we explored how connection to ourselves and others influences how we see the world around us.

featured reflections

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My Relationship with Religion & Spirituality — And What It Means for Our Work Together
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An Invitation to Center
An Invitation to Center

The following entry is a guided meditation written by Taylor Loesekam, and shared by Poetry Decoded at their Shapes and Forms of Resistance fundraiser in support of families struggling due to the ongoing genocide in Palestine.

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