Therapists for Children in Calgary, AB
Crawford is a Registered Psychologist with clinical expertise working with children from the preschool years through adolescence and young adulthood.
Crawford Psychological is a full service child, adolescent and family psychology practice, serving Alberta families. Psychoed assessments are provided for questions about learning problems, giftedness, cognitive functioning and disability, identification of attention and concentration problems and assessment of behavioural and emotional functioning.
Crawford is a Registered Psychologist with clinical expertise working with children from the preschool years through adolescence and young adulthood.
Crawford Psychological is a full service child, adolescent and family psychology practice, serving Alberta families. Psychoed assessments are provided for questions about learning problems, giftedness, cognitive functioning and disability, identification of attention and concentration problems and assessment of behavioural and emotional functioning.
Najwa Zahr is a compassionate family counsellor and registered social worker with 25 years of experience, offering therapy in English and Arabic to children, teens, adults, and families.
She specializes in Accelerated Resolution Therapy, which addresses trauma and other issues that hinder individuals' progress. Dialectic Behaviour Therapy for Adolescents and multi-family training groups/individuals for ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression. Circle of Security Parenting Training assists parents in overcoming parenting challenges and Selective Mutism
Najwa Zahr is a compassionate family counsellor and registered social worker with 25 years of experience, offering therapy in English and Arabic to children, teens, adults, and families.
She specializes in Accelerated Resolution Therapy, which addresses trauma and other issues that hinder individuals' progress. Dialectic Behaviour Therapy for Adolescents and multi-family training groups/individuals for ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression. Circle of Security Parenting Training assists parents in overcoming parenting challenges and Selective Mutism
Since 2001, Eckert Centre has supported children, teens, adults, couples, and families through counselling, in-depth assessments, and coaching for ADHD, ASD, anxiety, learning challenges, and more.
Our team is known for trauma-informed therapy that goes deeper than symptom relief—helping clients feel safe, seen, and supported. You’ll receive insight and real strategies for home, school, or work. We also uniquely support client's who want their Christian faith integrated into counselling. If religion has hurt you, we also offer a safe space to heal.
Since 2001, Eckert Centre has supported children, teens, adults, couples, and families through counselling, in-depth assessments, and coaching for ADHD, ASD, anxiety, learning challenges, and more.
Our team is known for trauma-informed therapy that goes deeper than symptom relief—helping clients feel safe, seen, and supported. You’ll receive insight and real strategies for home, school, or work. We also uniquely support client's who want their Christian faith integrated into counselling. If religion has hurt you, we also offer a safe space to heal.
This is when it becomes key to incorporate "it takes a whole community to raise a child", and I believe that people do the best they can with what they know.
I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor, Certified Synergetic Play Therapist & EMDR Child Trauma Specialist. I work with children 3-17yrs, caregivers & adults, with specialization in relational trauma. I help families struggling with emotional regulation, anxiety, self harm, aggression, social isolation, life changes, loss, traumatic events and neurodiversity.
This is when it becomes key to incorporate "it takes a whole community to raise a child", and I believe that people do the best they can with what they know.
I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor, Certified Synergetic Play Therapist & EMDR Child Trauma Specialist. I work with children 3-17yrs, caregivers & adults, with specialization in relational trauma. I help families struggling with emotional regulation, anxiety, self harm, aggression, social isolation, life changes, loss, traumatic events and neurodiversity.
It's not always easy to navigate life's challenges alone. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by difficult emotions, wanting to make a change and don’t know where to start, or struggling to cope with unexpected events, reaching out for help can be a powerful act of self-care and courage. That's where I come in. I work through a holistic lens combined with scientific, evidence-based interventions, to help you reach your unique goals. I believe that each person possesses their own strengths and gifts, but sometimes we are blinded by past experiences or current challenges.
It's not always easy to navigate life's challenges alone. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by difficult emotions, wanting to make a change and don’t know where to start, or struggling to cope with unexpected events, reaching out for help can be a powerful act of self-care and courage. That's where I come in. I work through a holistic lens combined with scientific, evidence-based interventions, to help you reach your unique goals. I believe that each person possesses their own strengths and gifts, but sometimes we are blinded by past experiences or current challenges.
Evening appointments available!I believe in the resiliency of the human spirit. I have been in the mental health field for 27 years working at group homes, treatment residential centres, secure services, psychiatric wards, and on the streets of Calgary and Edmonton. When the floods hit in 2013 I was deployed to High River to support the residents dealing with trauma and grief and loss. Since then I have opened my own practice and welcome every individual in. I work with adolescents and adults on a range of issues. I believe in the holistic nature of people. I am a First Nations service provider and a Veterans Affairs Provider.
Evening appointments available!I believe in the resiliency of the human spirit. I have been in the mental health field for 27 years working at group homes, treatment residential centres, secure services, psychiatric wards, and on the streets of Calgary and Edmonton. When the floods hit in 2013 I was deployed to High River to support the residents dealing with trauma and grief and loss. Since then I have opened my own practice and welcome every individual in. I work with adolescents and adults on a range of issues. I believe in the holistic nature of people. I am a First Nations service provider and a Veterans Affairs Provider.
Whether you have been to counselling before or not, I hope to offer a safe space for you to feel heard and connected. I am passionate about helping people navigate the difficult circumstances that they are facing. I value you as the expert of your own experience and believe that you have the tools necessary to find a path to coping, healing, and growth. I would be honoured to support you to find those tools.
Whether you have been to counselling before or not, I hope to offer a safe space for you to feel heard and connected. I am passionate about helping people navigate the difficult circumstances that they are facing. I value you as the expert of your own experience and believe that you have the tools necessary to find a path to coping, healing, and growth. I would be honoured to support you to find those tools.
Through collaborative dialogue, we examine unconscious thoughts and emotions shaped from childhood to the present.
The process focuses on insights, which are personal realizations about deep-rooted thoughts, emotions, memories, and the reasons behind past events. These insights help individuals understand what happened, why it happened, and how it influenced them, allowing for greater meaning, clarity, and context in their lives.
Through collaborative dialogue, we examine unconscious thoughts and emotions shaped from childhood to the present.
The process focuses on insights, which are personal realizations about deep-rooted thoughts, emotions, memories, and the reasons behind past events. These insights help individuals understand what happened, why it happened, and how it influenced them, allowing for greater meaning, clarity, and context in their lives.
I provide therapy and assessments for children, including gifted assessments, and work with individuals, families, and couples.
Hello! As a first-generation Asian Canadian, I understand firsthand the complexities of navigating multiple cultural identities, life transitions, and the unique challenges that come with them. My journey has not only shaped who I am, but also how I connect with others, with empathy, openness, and respect for each person’s lived experience.
I provide therapy and assessments for children, including gifted assessments, and work with individuals, families, and couples.
Hello! As a first-generation Asian Canadian, I understand firsthand the complexities of navigating multiple cultural identities, life transitions, and the unique challenges that come with them. My journey has not only shaped who I am, but also how I connect with others, with empathy, openness, and respect for each person’s lived experience.
As a parent, you want your child to feel understood and get the support they need, I’m here to help.
I also provide comprehensive, evidence-based assessments (psychoeducational, autism, giftedness, ADHD, and mental health assessments) that identify an individual’s unique strengths and needs. Families receive clear, practical recommendations to support success at home and in school.
All therapy and assessment services are available in English or Spanish.
As a parent, you want your child to feel understood and get the support they need, I’m here to help.
I also provide comprehensive, evidence-based assessments (psychoeducational, autism, giftedness, ADHD, and mental health assessments) that identify an individual’s unique strengths and needs. Families receive clear, practical recommendations to support success at home and in school.
All therapy and assessment services are available in English or Spanish.
With an in-depth collaborative discussion and analysis of unconscious thoughts and emotions from childhood until the present day, we can explore how they inform us today to help relieve symptoms and develop targeted strategies to foster change.
The process relies on insights, which are self-realizations and self-knowledge of deep-rooted thoughts, emotions, memories, or reasonings of what, why, and how events happened in the past. Experiencing deep-rooted realizations helps patients find reason, meaning, and context in their lives.
With an in-depth collaborative discussion and analysis of unconscious thoughts and emotions from childhood until the present day, we can explore how they inform us today to help relieve symptoms and develop targeted strategies to foster change.
The process relies on insights, which are self-realizations and self-knowledge of deep-rooted thoughts, emotions, memories, or reasonings of what, why, and how events happened in the past. Experiencing deep-rooted realizations helps patients find reason, meaning, and context in their lives.
Life presents us with challenges that touch every individual, regardless of their background or circumstance. In moments of stress or uncertainty, seeking support can be an invaluable tool toward healing. My approach is grounded in empathy, respect, and collaboration. I believe every individual is resilient and has the capacity for growth and self-discovery.
Life presents us with challenges that touch every individual, regardless of their background or circumstance. In moments of stress or uncertainty, seeking support can be an invaluable tool toward healing. My approach is grounded in empathy, respect, and collaboration. I believe every individual is resilient and has the capacity for growth and self-discovery.
Has life stress become too much? Do you feel like you are just surviving each day? You are not alone. Anxiety and mood issues can manifest in many forms, including low energy, irritability, anger, and more. Identifying and coping with the core issues can lead to better every day functioning and even gaining enjoyment out of life. How is your teen doing with not only school and peer pressure, but also the added stress of COVID-19 and isolation? Working with adolescents is a special area of interest of mine and I can help with issues such as anxiety, depression, bullying, suicidal ideation, and self-harm.
Has life stress become too much? Do you feel like you are just surviving each day? You are not alone. Anxiety and mood issues can manifest in many forms, including low energy, irritability, anger, and more. Identifying and coping with the core issues can lead to better every day functioning and even gaining enjoyment out of life. How is your teen doing with not only school and peer pressure, but also the added stress of COVID-19 and isolation? Working with adolescents is a special area of interest of mine and I can help with issues such as anxiety, depression, bullying, suicidal ideation, and self-harm.
I work with children, teens, and adults, offering a compassionate, evidence-based approach tailored to each stage of life.
I believe that we are all fundamentally well at our core. I understand that sometimes life's challenges—especially traumatic experiences—can obscure this truth and get in the way of our mental and emotional well-being. Whether you're an adult or a young person struggling to make sense of difficult experiences, I'm here to walk alongside you with compassion and understanding.
I work with children, teens, and adults, offering a compassionate, evidence-based approach tailored to each stage of life.
I believe that we are all fundamentally well at our core. I understand that sometimes life's challenges—especially traumatic experiences—can obscure this truth and get in the way of our mental and emotional well-being. Whether you're an adult or a young person struggling to make sense of difficult experiences, I'm here to walk alongside you with compassion and understanding.
For the past 19 years, I have worked and trained in a variety of settings, including children's mental health facilities, schools, hospitals, and private practice.
One of my passions lies in treating individuals with ADHD. I use a multi-faceted approach to treatment, helping children learn positive behaviours and coping strategies in a safe environment, allowing them to explore and learn without the rejection that is often experienced at school or in other social settings.
For the past 19 years, I have worked and trained in a variety of settings, including children's mental health facilities, schools, hospitals, and private practice.
One of my passions lies in treating individuals with ADHD. I use a multi-faceted approach to treatment, helping children learn positive behaviours and coping strategies in a safe environment, allowing them to explore and learn without the rejection that is often experienced at school or in other social settings.
Hi, I'm Leaine, a provisional psychologist who’s passionate about supporting women through the stages that can leave you feeling like you've lost yourself.
Maybe you've spent years caring for everyone else, and putting your own needs last while navigating the emotional ups and downs of perimenopause, feeling overwhelmed by the mental load of motherhood, or wondering why life feels harder than it used to. You might be carrying anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, or simply feeling disconnected from the person you once were. If you've been telling yourself to "just keep going" while you feel exhausted, you're not alone.
Hi, I'm Leaine, a provisional psychologist who’s passionate about supporting women through the stages that can leave you feeling like you've lost yourself.
Maybe you've spent years caring for everyone else, and putting your own needs last while navigating the emotional ups and downs of perimenopause, feeling overwhelmed by the mental load of motherhood, or wondering why life feels harder than it used to. You might be carrying anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, or simply feeling disconnected from the person you once were. If you've been telling yourself to "just keep going" while you feel exhausted, you're not alone.
Madison is a Canadian Certified Counsellor and a Therapeutic Play Practitioner who works with children, youth and their caregivers to support the whole family.
Madison offers Therapeutic Play, ART, CBT and EMDR . We will work collaboratively to understand your goals for counselling and build a therapeutic relationship. You will learn ways to manage symptoms and understand root causes.
Madison is a Canadian Certified Counsellor and a Therapeutic Play Practitioner who works with children, youth and their caregivers to support the whole family.
Madison offers Therapeutic Play, ART, CBT and EMDR . We will work collaboratively to understand your goals for counselling and build a therapeutic relationship. You will learn ways to manage symptoms and understand root causes.
We work with all ages: kids, teens, adults, and older adults.
As a full-service clinic, we can help you reach your goals with the help of our psychologists, occupational therapists, speech-language therapists, and teachers/tutors. No matter what the concerns are, we can help you thrive.
We work with all ages: kids, teens, adults, and older adults.
As a full-service clinic, we can help you reach your goals with the help of our psychologists, occupational therapists, speech-language therapists, and teachers/tutors. No matter what the concerns are, we can help you thrive.
I value creating a safe space for each of my clients, whether they are a child, parent, or individual.
My areas of focus are ADHD, learning difficulties, anxiety, and emotion regulation. Whether you or your child are facing challenges with interpersonal conflict, managing emotions and behaviours, or building confidence, I am here to offer a safe space to navigate through it all.
I value creating a safe space for each of my clients, whether they are a child, parent, or individual.
My areas of focus are ADHD, learning difficulties, anxiety, and emotion regulation. Whether you or your child are facing challenges with interpersonal conflict, managing emotions and behaviours, or building confidence, I am here to offer a safe space to navigate through it all.
The childhood years and the child-rearing years are some of the most wonderful, but also the most challenging stages of life.
At Bloom Art Therapy & Counselling we offer the child, teen, and family a space of unconditional acceptance and validation. Through the process of creative expression, the child or teen has a safe space for self-reflection, strength-building and growth. No art experience is required as the focus is on the process of art creation and not the final product.
The childhood years and the child-rearing years are some of the most wonderful, but also the most challenging stages of life.
At Bloom Art Therapy & Counselling we offer the child, teen, and family a space of unconditional acceptance and validation. Through the process of creative expression, the child or teen has a safe space for self-reflection, strength-building and growth. No art experience is required as the focus is on the process of art creation and not the final product.
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When does a child need to see a therapist?
Children naturally experience emotional ups and downs. Sometimes, though, they need support from a professional. A child may benefit from therapy if their emotions or behaviours change significantly within a short period of time. For example, if a child usually spends time with friends after school but begins isolating in their room, further inquiry is warranted. Other areas for concern include altered sleep patterns, lack of appetite, intense anger, irritability, or hopelessness, or developmental regression in young children (bedwetting, thumb-sucking).
What can a child therapist help with?
A therapist can help with any difficult experience a child may encounter growing up, including learning problems or anxiety related to school, relationship challenges with friends or parents, bullying, intense emotions or phobias, divorce and family dynamics, or the death of a pet or loved one. A therapist can help children process their experience and develop coping skills in an age-appropriate way
What therapy types are most suitable for children?
Children can benefit from different forms of therapy, including family therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and exposure therapy, depending on their condition. Play therapy is a great option for younger children who may not be able to fully articulate their feelings. In this approach, kids play with toys and games while a therapist observes and helps the child express their emotions and develop coping skills.
Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.