there are many ways to tell a story.
MEET Tera-Sundri (she/her),
M.C.,R.P.(Qualifying)
trauma-informed therapist
IN southern ontario Canada
your whole being
is longing to tell
a new story .
Every part of you holds a narrative— of resilience, heartbreak, survival, and longing. At times, it feels like these stories pull you in different directions, leaving you wondering what is the real you. Some parts may feel too painful to face.
Your parts don’t need to be “gotten over”—they need to be seen, heard, and held with compassion. Together, we’ll work to integrate these pieces of your story, helping you own and witness every part of yourself. This is where healing begins: not in changing who you are, but in embracing the fullness of who you’ve always been.
every part of you
holds wisdom.
I would be honoured
to witness that story.
Starting therapy can feel daunting. You might wonder, What if I don’t know where to start? What if it doesn’t help? These fears are normal— sharing yourself in the way this process requires evokes vulnerability and uncertainty.
Therapy isn’t about forcing anything. It’s a collaborative process, paced in a way that respects your nervous system’s needs. You won’t necessarily always think you’re ready, and we won’t push past what you’re capable of. You won’t need to have all the answers or know exactly what to say—part of the work is uncovering those pieces together.
If you’re unsure if therapy will work, especially if you've tried before, I get it.
My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, supported, and encouraged to keep moving forward.
At the core of my approach is a belief in
your unbroken,
inherent wisdom.
Clients often tell me that I’m the first person with whom they’ve revealed their deepest wounds to. I hold such reverence and respect for the courage and grit it takes to show up.
As a therapist, I believe in the power of paradox. I offer a balance of softness and fierceness—gentle presence when you need to be held, and direct challenge when it’s time to face difficult truths or expand into the unknown. I trust that both approaches are vital for deep healing and growth.
My identity as an autistic-ADHD individual shapes how I approach therapy. I encourage clients to embrace the ways they naturally long to operate outside of societal expectations. I’m not afraid to allow my own lived experiences—whether with addiction, trauma, or grief—to inform me. These parts of my journey have taught me that true healing often comes from embracing the darkness and complexity of life, and that wellness requires us to hold both the light and the shadow with equal reverence.
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Choosing to be curious is choosing to be vulnerable because it requires us to surrender to uncertainty.
Brené Brown
in therapy with me…
i’ll challenge you.
Working with me is about creating a space where authenticity and integrity are non-negotiable. I’ll challenge you when I sense incongruence—when what you say doesn’t match what I sense you’re feeing or expressing. This may feel confronting, especially if you're used to a culture that values politeness, white lies, or people-pleasing over truth.
In this work, we won’t shy away from discomfort. I’ll support you through the vulnerability of showing up as you truly are, helping you reconnect with a version of yourself that doesn’t need to hide or perform, but can stand in its full integrity.
I’ll offer perspective.
I’m guided by curiosity to help you consider the needs and motivations behind your most confounding experiences. I’ll offer a mirror for you to see yourself in ways you hadn’t considered. I’m here to facilitate clarity when things feel overwhelming. I’ll be a presence you can rely on, helping you stay connected to yourself as you move through the passages of darkness.
You’re in charge.
I’m here as a guide, moving alongside you as you navigate your path. You’re in the driver’s seat—the one who knows your story, your needs, and your goals best. My role is to offer insight, support, and tools, but the decisions and pace are always in your hands. I will challenge and invite you to deepen through the process, but you always make the ultimate call. I’ll honour and support your autonomy every step of the way.
I might be the right therapist for you if…
You feel deeply, think deeply, and are tired of over-explaining yourself. Perhaps you’ve always felt different 👽. I get it, and I hold space for the depth of your experience.
You want to heal in a way that honors your body and nervous system, not just intellectualize your trauma
You’re more interested in self-trust than self-improvement—learning to move through the world as yourself rather than a version of you that feels more "acceptable.”
You don’t need a therapist who has all the answers—just one who knows how to sit with the questions and hold space for what unfolds.
I might not be for you (right now) if…
You’re looking for quick fixes. Therapy with me is about deep, meaningful change—not just symptom management. If you want a step-by-step “do this and you’ll feel better immediately” approach, we’re probably not the best fit.
You want to “control” your feelings. If your goal is to suppress emotions rather than work with them, we may not be aligned. Processing can be slow, but it’s not about bypassing discomfort.
You prefer a strictly traditional, structured approach. If you need a therapist who sticks only to CBT worksheets and a set agenda, my more holistic, exploratory style might not be what you're looking for.
You’re getting into therapy for someone else. If you’re here because someone else thinks you “should” be, but you don’t feel ready or willing to explore yourself, that’s okay—but it may not be the right time for us to work together.
I’m passionate about supporting your self-reclamation.
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Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario License #15305
Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association Professional Member #11255451
Master of Counselling,
City University of Seattle in Canada, 2024Hon. BA,
University of Toronto, 2008
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Somatic Experiencing® Professional Training Beginning One, February 2025
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level II: Complex Trauma (in progress)
Somatic Therapy for Complex Trauma Certification Training: Body-Based, Polyvagal & Neurobiological Techniques for Mind-Body Healing (in progress)
Trained and Certified to conduct the Ontario Domestic Assault Risk Assessment (ODARA) (in progress)
Compassionate Inquiry Mentorship Program, 2022
Compassionate Inquiry Facilitator Intern, 2022
Compassionate Inquiry Professional Training, 2021
Yin Yoga Teacher Training & Certification with Bernie Clark and Diana Batts, 2018
Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training & Certification with Sat Dharam Kaur, 2017
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I work with a variety of therapy methods because you deserve to have an approach that meets you where you’re at. These include:
Somatic-informed therapy
Parts work/Internal Family Systems informed
Compassionate Inquiry
Person-Centered
Depth work
Experiential
exploring depths,
expanding horizons.
Still have questions?
Click HERE for some responses to common FAQs.
You’re invited to schedule a 15 minute phone or video consultation
to see if we’re a good fit for your journey.
Core Clarity Psychotherapy & Counselling is not a same-day crisis service.
The clinic email and phone is not monitored 24/7 for such purposes.
If you are in immediate danger please call 9-1-1, visit your local emergency room, or use the following resources for support:
National Suicide Helpline: Call or Text 9-8-8
Haldimand-Norfolk Crisis Assessment and Support (CAST): 866 487 2278
Brant Crisis Outreach and Support (COAST): 866 811 7188
ConnexOntario (Mental Health, Addiction, Crisis and Gambling support):
connexontario.ca or 866 531 2600.
