Compassionate, direct, trauma-informed care.

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About Jody Simpson

Canadian Certified Counsellor & Trauma Therapist in Edmonton & Online

Jody Simpson is a trauma therapist and Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), providing EMDR and trauma-informed counselling. She offers in-person sessions in Edmonton, Alberta at Sagacious Counselling and Wayfound, and virtual therapy across British Columbia (Kelowna), Manitoba (Brandon), Saskatchewan, the Northwest Territories, Yukon, and Nunavut.

Whether you’re seeking a compassionate trauma therapist in Edmonton or a skilled virtual counsellor across Western and Northern Canada, Jody’s client-centered, strengths-based approach meets you where you are.

Outside of work, you can usually find her with coffee in hand, enjoying brunch, laughing with family and friends, spending time outdoors, or riding her Harley.

Finding the right therapist is an important step in healing. If you're looking for trauma therapy, EMDR counselling, or virtual therapy with a Canadian Certified Counsellor, contact Jody today for a free, no-obligation consultation.

“The only person you are destined to become, is the person you decide to be.”
— Ralph Waldo Emerson
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Jody loves making social media content-it allows her to get creative, share mental health information, and network with other therapists. Topics addressed often include trauma, love and relationships, ADHD, and emotional regulation. Are you interested in reading more in-depth articles on the topics she has covered on her social media accounts? Check out her blog!