Emotionally Focused Therapists in Calgary, AB
Things are often not what they appear and our past experiences might have negative effects on our self-esteem and self-image, how we perceive things, and how we relate to the others. Those past experiences often prevent us from moving forward in life and keep us stuck. I have been passionately providing counselling to individuals, couples, children and families and supporting them in their journey to reaching full potential. I help clients who are facing depression and anxiety as a result of life challenges, such as relationship issues, divorce and separation, past traumas, parenting issues, health concerns etc.
Things are often not what they appear and our past experiences might have negative effects on our self-esteem and self-image, how we perceive things, and how we relate to the others. Those past experiences often prevent us from moving forward in life and keep us stuck. I have been passionately providing counselling to individuals, couples, children and families and supporting them in their journey to reaching full potential. I help clients who are facing depression and anxiety as a result of life challenges, such as relationship issues, divorce and separation, past traumas, parenting issues, health concerns etc.
Lois McCormack
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, BSW, BSc
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2X
With my couples, I use a research backed model called EFT ( Emotionally Focused Therapy).
I have my Master’s degree in Social Work, with a clinical specialization. Since 2006, I have worked as a family counsellor in a variety of inpatient and outpatient clinics within Alberta Health Services. I have a private practice and can offer a mix of virtual and in-person appointments. I see primarily parents, couples and individuals.
With my couples, I use a research backed model called EFT ( Emotionally Focused Therapy).
I have my Master’s degree in Social Work, with a clinical specialization. Since 2006, I have worked as a family counsellor in a variety of inpatient and outpatient clinics within Alberta Health Services. I have a private practice and can offer a mix of virtual and in-person appointments. I see primarily parents, couples and individuals.
I am trained in EFT, CBT, SFT, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Family Therapy, IFS informed.
I believe that engaging in a collaborative, therapeutic process can help people live happier, healthier, more productive lives. I utilize a client-centered, holistic approach to address client concerns and gain insight into solutions and strategies. I have extensive experience working with children, youth, and their support networks to create new ways of framing and dealing with challenges. I focus on building a warm, supportive environment to create space for clients to identify and disrupt unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, replacing them with more positive patterns to promote health and wellness.
I am trained in EFT, CBT, SFT, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Family Therapy, IFS informed.
I believe that engaging in a collaborative, therapeutic process can help people live happier, healthier, more productive lives. I utilize a client-centered, holistic approach to address client concerns and gain insight into solutions and strategies. I have extensive experience working with children, youth, and their support networks to create new ways of framing and dealing with challenges. I focus on building a warm, supportive environment to create space for clients to identify and disrupt unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, replacing them with more positive patterns to promote health and wellness.
Chanda McFadden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2H
I've also completed two eft externships.
Life can feel overwhelming when your most important connections, whether with your partner(s), loved ones, or yourself aren't where you want them to be. I offer both individual and couple therapy helping you navigate the patterns and conflicts that leave you feeling stuck, disconnected, or misunderstood. Whether you're tackling issues in your relationship or focusing on personal growth, we'll dig into the emotions and behaviors that keep you from moving forward and find practical ways to make real change.
I've also completed two eft externships.
Life can feel overwhelming when your most important connections, whether with your partner(s), loved ones, or yourself aren't where you want them to be. I offer both individual and couple therapy helping you navigate the patterns and conflicts that leave you feeling stuck, disconnected, or misunderstood. Whether you're tackling issues in your relationship or focusing on personal growth, we'll dig into the emotions and behaviors that keep you from moving forward and find practical ways to make real change.
I draw from a variety of approaches, but mainly Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion-Focused Therapy ( EFT) and person-centered therapy, while integrating somatic approaches and attachment theory into our work.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone. You might be navigating grief, anxiety, family or relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck. I work with individuals seeking clarity, emotional healing, and connection—both with themselves and others. Drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Theory (ACT), a trauma-informed approach, somatic techniques and attachment theory, I tailor our work to your unique needs, creating a space where you feel safe, seen, and supported.
I draw from a variety of approaches, but mainly Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion-Focused Therapy ( EFT) and person-centered therapy, while integrating somatic approaches and attachment theory into our work.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone. You might be navigating grief, anxiety, family or relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck. I work with individuals seeking clarity, emotional healing, and connection—both with themselves and others. Drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Theory (ACT), a trauma-informed approach, somatic techniques and attachment theory, I tailor our work to your unique needs, creating a space where you feel safe, seen, and supported.
When working with couples, I use Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) to help partners improve their connection.
I offer counselling to all adults, but focus primarily on men and couples. I provide a relaxed environment where clients can open up at their own pace. Throughout therapy, I provide you strategies to help manage your symptoms. As we develop a deeper understanding of your problems, we work towards effective, long-term solutions.
When working with couples, I use Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) to help partners improve their connection.
I offer counselling to all adults, but focus primarily on men and couples. I provide a relaxed environment where clients can open up at their own pace. Throughout therapy, I provide you strategies to help manage your symptoms. As we develop a deeper understanding of your problems, we work towards effective, long-term solutions.
Located in Calgary, I am a senior Psychologist providing therapy to individuals and couples experiencing emotional and interpersonal challenges, & relationship issues (e.g., affairs, conflict, trust, communication; divorce); mental health disorders, risky/problematic substance use, and/or more general problems of living. I have advanced training in several therapeutic approaches, including, but not limited to: Cognitive-behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, and couples therapy (Gottman method, Integrative Behavioural Couples Therapy, and Emotionally-focused Therapy). I regularly train PhD students, psychology residents, and provisional psychologists. Additionally, I have expertise working with families (and their adult children), and the assessment/treatment of adult ADHD.
Located in Calgary, I am a senior Psychologist providing therapy to individuals and couples experiencing emotional and interpersonal challenges, & relationship issues (e.g., affairs, conflict, trust, communication; divorce); mental health disorders, risky/problematic substance use, and/or more general problems of living. I have advanced training in several therapeutic approaches, including, but not limited to: Cognitive-behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, and couples therapy (Gottman method, Integrative Behavioural Couples Therapy, and Emotionally-focused Therapy). I regularly train PhD students, psychology residents, and provisional psychologists. Additionally, I have expertise working with families (and their adult children), and the assessment/treatment of adult ADHD.
I have been working in the mental health field for 10 years and have completed specialized training in Mindfulness, Attachment Theory, EMDR, CBT, EFT, ACT, Compassion-Based interventions, Trauma Informed practice and Gottman Method for Couples.
You’re exhausted, trying to balance multiple responsibilities – work, relationship, family, social life, self-care, health– and running from a deep sense of "not enough" or unworthiness. You have a mind that rarely quiets, always planning, worrying, with insecure thoughts, or fear of letting others down. On the outside, you’re managing fine, but behind the mask that you put on for others, you’re struggling. Relaxing and feeling at peace seems wildly out of reach. Alternatively, you may be feeling disconnected or fighting more in your relationship. The busyness of life has taken over and it's been hard to make each other a priority.
I have been working in the mental health field for 10 years and have completed specialized training in Mindfulness, Attachment Theory, EMDR, CBT, EFT, ACT, Compassion-Based interventions, Trauma Informed practice and Gottman Method for Couples.
You’re exhausted, trying to balance multiple responsibilities – work, relationship, family, social life, self-care, health– and running from a deep sense of "not enough" or unworthiness. You have a mind that rarely quiets, always planning, worrying, with insecure thoughts, or fear of letting others down. On the outside, you’re managing fine, but behind the mask that you put on for others, you’re struggling. Relaxing and feeling at peace seems wildly out of reach. Alternatively, you may be feeling disconnected or fighting more in your relationship. The busyness of life has taken over and it's been hard to make each other a priority.
I am trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), 20 hours of training in Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga, DBT Skills and EFT
I have dedicated my life to helping people because I know what it is like to feel misunderstood. I want to help you understand what you don’t know about yourself yet, working towards extending yourself the compassion that you deserve, and cultivating the changes you want for yourself. While I may work with you on certain strategies or tools, my goal is to create a space to help unfold the person that you are meant to be and to see the magic of who you are.
I am also gaining additional training in formal assessment and can provide assessments for general mental health and ADHD.
I am trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), 20 hours of training in Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga, DBT Skills and EFT
I have dedicated my life to helping people because I know what it is like to feel misunderstood. I want to help you understand what you don’t know about yourself yet, working towards extending yourself the compassion that you deserve, and cultivating the changes you want for yourself. While I may work with you on certain strategies or tools, my goal is to create a space to help unfold the person that you are meant to be and to see the magic of who you are.
I am also gaining additional training in formal assessment and can provide assessments for general mental health and ADHD.
My approach is research-based and largely informed by attachment, emotionally focused, and cognitive-behavioral treatment modalities.
I am a clinical psychologist who provides specialized services when individuals have concerns related to relationships, behavior, adjustment (separation, medical diagnosis), family change and hardship (infertility, adoption, foster care), and mood. These services often include individual therapy (children, youth, adults), couples counselling, and family therapy. With nearly 20 years of experience in the areas of child/family interventions and attachment theory, I provide tailored and compassionate psychological services that reflect my clients’ concerns and goals, current research, and my professional knowledge.
My approach is research-based and largely informed by attachment, emotionally focused, and cognitive-behavioral treatment modalities.
I am a clinical psychologist who provides specialized services when individuals have concerns related to relationships, behavior, adjustment (separation, medical diagnosis), family change and hardship (infertility, adoption, foster care), and mood. These services often include individual therapy (children, youth, adults), couples counselling, and family therapy. With nearly 20 years of experience in the areas of child/family interventions and attachment theory, I provide tailored and compassionate psychological services that reflect my clients’ concerns and goals, current research, and my professional knowledge.
I have completed multiple trainings including ART, Narrative, DBT, ACT, EFT, Somatic and IFS.
Currently I offer virtual sessions and walk and talk therapy in different areas of the city. Why walk and talk? It can be sometimes be hard to sit directly across from someone and talk about all the hard things. Walking gives you some space, nature/fresh air, bilateral stimulation and movement. Win, win, win!
I have completed multiple trainings including ART, Narrative, DBT, ACT, EFT, Somatic and IFS.
Currently I offer virtual sessions and walk and talk therapy in different areas of the city. Why walk and talk? It can be sometimes be hard to sit directly across from someone and talk about all the hard things. Walking gives you some space, nature/fresh air, bilateral stimulation and movement. Win, win, win!
Meet Our Emotionally Focused Counsellors
In addition to EMDR and IFS, we also draw on other therapeutic techniques from EFT and IFIO for couples, Feminist, Somatic, and other complementary approaches to help reach your goals.
Compassion, non-judgement, empathy, and clarity are what you can look forward to when working with Kristin. Specializing in trauma-informed approaches like EMDR (S.A.F.E.), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Intimacy from the Inside Out (IFIO), Kristin will work to support you on your journey as you become the best version of your Self—as defined by you. Kristin is an EMDRIA approved EMDR Trained practitioner, with a specialization in somatic and attachment, and is a Level II Trained IFS practitioner, with specialization in IFIO.
In addition to EMDR and IFS, we also draw on other therapeutic techniques from EFT and IFIO for couples, Feminist, Somatic, and other complementary approaches to help reach your goals.
Compassion, non-judgement, empathy, and clarity are what you can look forward to when working with Kristin. Specializing in trauma-informed approaches like EMDR (S.A.F.E.), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Intimacy from the Inside Out (IFIO), Kristin will work to support you on your journey as you become the best version of your Self—as defined by you. Kristin is an EMDRIA approved EMDR Trained practitioner, with a specialization in somatic and attachment, and is a Level II Trained IFS practitioner, with specialization in IFIO.
These include attachment theory, emotion focused therapy ( EFT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT).
My areas of interest include supporting individuals and partners seeking communication, attachment, and relational support in their romantic partnerships. I am sex-positive, kink-affirming, and welcome clients in monogamous, consensual non-monogamous, polyamorous, and open relationships. I also provide support for clients who are struggling with confidence, self-worth, and self-compassion issues, anxiety, and concerns related to neurodiversity (ADHD and autism).
These include attachment theory, emotion focused therapy ( EFT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT).
My areas of interest include supporting individuals and partners seeking communication, attachment, and relational support in their romantic partnerships. I am sex-positive, kink-affirming, and welcome clients in monogamous, consensual non-monogamous, polyamorous, and open relationships. I also provide support for clients who are struggling with confidence, self-worth, and self-compassion issues, anxiety, and concerns related to neurodiversity (ADHD and autism).
I am a Registered Psychologist licensed in Alberta, specializing in EFT-informed practice with couples and individual therapy with adults.
Healing and growth happen when you feel truly heard, understood, and accepted without judgment. If you’ve tried brief therapy approaches and are looking for something more comprehensive and insight-oriented, I’m here to help. Together, we’ll build a genuine, trusting relationship, develop practical tools for symptom management, and work through core wounds and the patterns they’ve created.
I am a Registered Psychologist licensed in Alberta, specializing in EFT-informed practice with couples and individual therapy with adults.
Healing and growth happen when you feel truly heard, understood, and accepted without judgment. If you’ve tried brief therapy approaches and are looking for something more comprehensive and insight-oriented, I’m here to help. Together, we’ll build a genuine, trusting relationship, develop practical tools for symptom management, and work through core wounds and the patterns they’ve created.
Rovena Magidin
Counsellor, RTC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3K
Waitlist for new clients
I've been doing advanced training in the field of relationships and sexuality for over 15 years - I've got a lot of tools: Gottman, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Polyvagal theory, Attachment Theory, Neo-Tantra, Somatic approaches, Trauma healing processes, Coaching, Energy Psychology and more.
Your relationship is great but you struggle in the bedroom. You (or your partner) have no desire anymore. When you do try it, it’s awkward and unfulfilling. Maybe you experience pain, or feel disconnected. You don’t know how to talk about it, and when you try it turns into a fight or disappointment. You are good friends (and parents) but you feel more like roommates than lovers. You can't remember the last time sex was easy and fun. Or maybe it's the other way around, sex is great, but you can't stop fighting. Or maybe it's both. I'd love to help. I love working with couples who feel they are stuck. Let's get you unstuck.
I've been doing advanced training in the field of relationships and sexuality for over 15 years - I've got a lot of tools: Gottman, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Polyvagal theory, Attachment Theory, Neo-Tantra, Somatic approaches, Trauma healing processes, Coaching, Energy Psychology and more.
Your relationship is great but you struggle in the bedroom. You (or your partner) have no desire anymore. When you do try it, it’s awkward and unfulfilling. Maybe you experience pain, or feel disconnected. You don’t know how to talk about it, and when you try it turns into a fight or disappointment. You are good friends (and parents) but you feel more like roommates than lovers. You can't remember the last time sex was easy and fun. Or maybe it's the other way around, sex is great, but you can't stop fighting. Or maybe it's both. I'd love to help. I love working with couples who feel they are stuck. Let's get you unstuck.
A heart that cares deeply for others sees a need and desires to help. It is my heart to help others in the emotional, mental, relational, physical, and/or spiritual areas they may struggle with. With an empathetic, person-centered, and strength-based therapeutic stance, I will provide a safe and secure environment where you can feel heard and understood. I consider therapy to be a time where you can find encouragement and hope through your journey. In collaboration with you, we will draw from your own experiences, emotions, understandings, values, and beliefs as we explore new ways to work through your concerns.
A heart that cares deeply for others sees a need and desires to help. It is my heart to help others in the emotional, mental, relational, physical, and/or spiritual areas they may struggle with. With an empathetic, person-centered, and strength-based therapeutic stance, I will provide a safe and secure environment where you can feel heard and understood. I consider therapy to be a time where you can find encouragement and hope through your journey. In collaboration with you, we will draw from your own experiences, emotions, understandings, values, and beliefs as we explore new ways to work through your concerns.
For my couples I mostly use the Gottman method but I mix in EFT and ACT to gain the best results out of our sessions.
Any client is ideal, anyone who needs help is more than welcome to ask for it. I would listen to anyone, and then let them know if I have the expertise to help or not. That’s one main reason that my first session is always FREE. We not only talk about their issues and goals, but also about their strengths and capabilities. Life is not only about what’s going wrong, it’s good to see things that are going well. I work with individuals, couples and also families. Ask your insurance to see if they cover CCC counselling sessions. Call or text today to start your sessions as early as tomorrow. There’s no waitlist.
For my couples I mostly use the Gottman method but I mix in EFT and ACT to gain the best results out of our sessions.
Any client is ideal, anyone who needs help is more than welcome to ask for it. I would listen to anyone, and then let them know if I have the expertise to help or not. That’s one main reason that my first session is always FREE. We not only talk about their issues and goals, but also about their strengths and capabilities. Life is not only about what’s going wrong, it’s good to see things that are going well. I work with individuals, couples and also families. Ask your insurance to see if they cover CCC counselling sessions. Call or text today to start your sessions as early as tomorrow. There’s no waitlist.
I am trained in emotion based modalities like EFT as well as being trained in cognitive based therapies like ACT, CBT, DBT, mindfulness-based CBT.
It can be hard to find the right therapist since many of these profiles read the same! I offer an authentic approach and presence. Perhaps you have experienced trauma, grief, loss, burnout, or your relationships are not satisfying, which leaves you feeling stuck or unsure about the future? Perhaps you are feeling adrift and need someone to help you figure out what to do next? Sometimes our past experiences interfere with the present that requires extra support. Counselling can help you gain a better understanding of yourself, your relationships, and the changes you wish to implement to achieve further growth or healing.
I am trained in emotion based modalities like EFT as well as being trained in cognitive based therapies like ACT, CBT, DBT, mindfulness-based CBT.
It can be hard to find the right therapist since many of these profiles read the same! I offer an authentic approach and presence. Perhaps you have experienced trauma, grief, loss, burnout, or your relationships are not satisfying, which leaves you feeling stuck or unsure about the future? Perhaps you are feeling adrift and need someone to help you figure out what to do next? Sometimes our past experiences interfere with the present that requires extra support. Counselling can help you gain a better understanding of yourself, your relationships, and the changes you wish to implement to achieve further growth or healing.
These include: CBT, DBT, EFT, Psychodynamic, and existential therapies.
I'm a registered Psychologist offering individual, couples, & family counselling. I am also trained to provide psychological assessments for adults. I love getting to the roots of issues you are facing, and I desire to foster hope in your life. I work collaboratively to address difficulties you may be facing and we can make goals together for counselling. My counselling approach is focused on looking for holistic, long lasting change in your life. I don't want you to need to come see me forever - I want to work through things with you and help you with skills so you can manage on your own. I look forward to working together!
These include: CBT, DBT, EFT, Psychodynamic, and existential therapies.
I'm a registered Psychologist offering individual, couples, & family counselling. I am also trained to provide psychological assessments for adults. I love getting to the roots of issues you are facing, and I desire to foster hope in your life. I work collaboratively to address difficulties you may be facing and we can make goals together for counselling. My counselling approach is focused on looking for holistic, long lasting change in your life. I don't want you to need to come see me forever - I want to work through things with you and help you with skills so you can manage on your own. I look forward to working together!
I practice primarily using somatic and mindfulness psychotherapies, emotionally focused therapy, and cognitive behavioural approaches.
It is a privilege to walk alongside people as they engage in a healing journey and focus on their well-being. It takes courage to address issues in our lives and to reach out for support as we do so. I strive to build a safe therapeutic environment and a strong working alliance with clients that applies empathic curiosity and a strengths-
based approach. I believe the client-counsellor relationship is the most important part of counselling, and it is important for clients to find a therapist that is a good fit. I work collaboratively with clients to make sure their individual needs are met in counselling, as each person is unique.
I practice primarily using somatic and mindfulness psychotherapies, emotionally focused therapy, and cognitive behavioural approaches.
It is a privilege to walk alongside people as they engage in a healing journey and focus on their well-being. It takes courage to address issues in our lives and to reach out for support as we do so. I strive to build a safe therapeutic environment and a strong working alliance with clients that applies empathic curiosity and a strengths-
based approach. I believe the client-counsellor relationship is the most important part of counselling, and it is important for clients to find a therapist that is a good fit. I work collaboratively with clients to make sure their individual needs are met in counselling, as each person is unique.
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Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.