Meet Alyssa.

Alyssa Short

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

MA, CCC, PMH-C, CCTS-I

I’m Alyssa, a dedicated and heart-centered psychotherapist (RP Qualifying) and counsellor (CCC) specializing in clinical trauma work and perinatal mental health. My passion lies in guiding individuals toward uncovering and integrating new aspects of themselves. I blend clinical expertise with somatic practices, focusing on trauma and attachment, to create a holistic healing experience.

I work well with individuals, couples, and families facing various challenges, including relationship pain, attachment injuries, mood disorders, life transitions, and women’s mental and emotional wellness including the spectrum of perinatal challenges. My advanced training and experience encompass trauma, relationship dynamics, somatic embodiment and regulation, ecotherapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), intimate partner violence, and the unique challenges faced by adult adoptees.

My therapeutic approach is grounded in systems theory, informing my practice of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I prioritize an empowering and de-pathologizing framework, ensuring that all my work is evidence-based and tailored to the unique strengths and goals of each individual.

Education & Credentials

  • Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology – Yorkville University

  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology – University of Alberta (Augustana Faculty)

  • Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) – College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)

  • Canadian Certified Counsellor - Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA)

  • Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist - Individual (CCTS-I) - Trauma Institute International

  • Certified in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C) - Postpartum Support International

  • Certified in Somatic Embodiment & Regulation Strategies (Levels 1, 2 & 3) - Linda Thai MA

  • Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200) - Yoga Alliance


    Advanced Training & Professional Development

  • Currently pursuing certification in EMDR - Beyond Healing Center

  • EMDR Basic Training - Envision

  • Currently pursuing certification in EFIT (Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy) - ICEEFT

  • EFIT levels 1, 2 & Consultation - ICEEFT

  • IFS (Internal Family Systems) Online Circle and IFS Exiles Training - IFS Institute; Bonnie Weiss LCSW

  • Gottman Method Couples Therapy level 1 - The Gottman Institute

  • Introduction to Ecotherapy and Walk-and-Talk Therapy - The Earthbody Institute; Cherry Tree Counselling

  • Birth and Postpartum Doula Training- DONA International; Birth Arts International


    Professional Memberships

  • College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)

  • Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA)

  • International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT)

  • EMDR International Association (EMDRIA)

  • Climate Psychology Alliance of North America (CPA)

  • Postpartum Support International (PSI)