As an experienced trauma specialist, Monica has seen recovery and thriving. Monica's approach is humanist, experiential and strengths based, and collaboratively starts where her clients are in the moment. Over the past 16 years, Monica has specialized in treating those who have experienced various types of trauma, those diagnosed with eating disorders and those struggling with depression, anxiety and addictions. She has also worked with serving and retired Canadian Armed Forces personnel, police, fire and paramedic first responders for the past 15 years. Her trauma informed focus in session includes the use of CBT, MI, EMDR and CPT.
Articles by Dr. Monica Hinton
Anxiety
Social Anxiety
What is Social Anxiety Disorder? Symptoms, Causes and Coping Strategies
Learn how social anxiety disorder can make everyday interactions feel overwhelming, what the symptoms are, and compassionate ways to manage and heal.
Layla Care
Feb 9, 2026
6
min read
Mental Health Insights
Emotions
Trauma
Perfectionism
When Your Body Speaks Through Pain: Understanding Psychosomatic Pain and the Stress-Emotion Connection
Psychosomatic pain is a real phenomenon rooted in stress and emotions. Learn how to recognize it and respond.
Layla Care
Jun 25, 2025
5
min read
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What is EMDR Therapy? A Guide for Healing and Growth
Discover how EMDR therapy can help reprocess traumatic memories, ease emotional distress, and support healing, resilience, and mental wellbeing.