ABOUT

Rachel Fazzari, MA, MACP, RP (Qualifying)

REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST (QUALIFYING) | HAMILTON, ONTARIO

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Somatic & Trauma-Informed | Individual, EMDR, and Walk & Talk Therapy

I help adults, helpers, and high-achievers untangle the hard stuff through trauma-informed, somatic, and relational therapy - so you can feel more grounded, connected, and human again.

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I’m Rachel Fazzari, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) based in Hamilton, Ontario, offering sessions in-person and online across Ontario.

Before becoming a therapist, I spent years working alongside people in high-stress helping roles - the ones who give a lot, carry a lot, and rarely get a chance to slow down.
That experience taught me how strong people can look while quietly struggling, and how much healing can happen when they finally have space to exhale. That’s what led me to this work - creating that kind of space for others.

Therapy with me is down-to-earth and real. It’s not about being fixed or doing it “right.” It’s about being human - messy, curious, and still showing up anyway.

Like many therapists, I didn’t choose this work by accident. I know what it’s like to feel stuck, misunderstood, or unsure of your next step. What I love most about this work is watching people soften — seeing them finally experience what it’s like to be met with warmth instead of judgment.

Outside of therapy, I recharge with walks, coffee, yoga, and laughter — the things that help me reset and keep life feeling balanced.

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My Approach

My approach is trauma-informed, somatic, and relational - which means we pay attention to what’s happening in your mind, body, and relationships together, because healing doesn’t happen in isolation.
You can expect:

  • A pace that feels safe, not rushed

  • Conversation that meets you where you are - not where you think you should be

  • A mix of body awareness, curiosity, and practical tools you can actually use

  • The occasional laugh when things get heavy (because sometimes, that’s part of healing too.

My work is grounded in compassion, honesty, and the belief that progress - not perfection - is what really matters.

What You May Be Experiencing

If you’ve ever looked calm on the outside while quietly falling apart inside - you’re not alone, and you’re in the right place. I work with adults and young adults who are tired of “holding it together,” especially those navigating trauma, burnout, anxiety, or people-pleasing patterns that are hard to shake. You might be the one everyone turns to, or maybe you’ve been through something that changed the way you move through the world. Either way, you deserve a space that’s steady, warm, and built for you to land.

My goal is simple: to help you feel safe in your own skin, connected in your relationships, and comfortable being good enough - not perfect.

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My Qualifications

    • Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology 

    • Master of Arts in Sociology 

    • Honours Bachelor of Arts in Social Psychology 

    • Diploma in General Arts & Science

    • EMDR Training — Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing for Trauma and Emotional Regulation

    • Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) – Level 1 (I & II)

    • Mindfulness-Based Wellness and Resiliency (MBWR)

    • Certificate in Leadership and Management in the Not-for-Profit Sector

    • College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)

Ready to Stop Chasing Perfect?

Let’s make peace with the messy middle - one honest conversation at a time. Reach out today to book your free consultation, in-person or online.

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