About Me

Hi, I’m Gelica Tatarenko (she/her), a Registered Psychotherapist and a psychiatric emergency nurse. I specialize in trauma therapy with a focus on helping individuals and couples navigate the effects of complex trauma, PTSD, secondary trauma, burnout, workplace-related stress, and identity-related stress. My practice is grounded in trauma-informed and trauma-focused approaches. I bring 12 years of professional experience working with first responders, service members, healthcare workers, and racialized communities. With that, I also bring my lived experience as a healthcare provider, as well as my first hand experience of working as a nurse during COVID.

About My Practice

I offer virtual therapy across Ontario and in-person therapy in Vaughan for adults and couples who are seeking compassionate, evidence-based support through experiences of anxiety, depression, life transitions, PTSD, relationship challenges, and emotional overwhelm. Whether you're exploring your identity, healing from chronic stress, or navigating the impacts of caregiving or front-line work, my aim is to co-create a space where you feel seen, safe, and supported in your healing. I draw from modalities like EMDR, CBT, CPT, Gottman method, mindfulness, and somatic-based therapy to meet you where you are—with care, clarity, and cultural sensitivity. I speak English and Tagalog/Filipino fluent. To make therapy accessible, I offer sliding scale fees. I also offer a complimentary 20-minute consultation to connect and explore your needs. Please do not hesitate to reach out. I look forward to connecting with you!