Grief Therapists in Calgary, AB

Supporting you in your experiences of trauma, grief , anxiety or life transition. Maybe you've gone through an event that has created a lasting emotional or bodily response. The sorrow feels so deep that your heart feels like it's breaking. The worry has become overwhelming and is impacting your daily life. Your recent change in life has resulted in you losing yourself, or resulted in loss and change that you don't know how to navigate. You want relief, rest, healing, growth.

Painful and terrifying experiences that we experience in childhood as well as in adulthood, can have lasting negative effects on our lives. These experiences often leave us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, isolated and having difficulties managing strong emotions such as anxiety, depression, anger, sadness, shame and guilt. Taking the first step towards addressing these challenges can be anxiety provoking; my role is to join you on this journey towards healing.

Trust and respect are essential for healing to take place in the therapeutic environment. I respect the individual you are and the unique journey you are on. Together we will work through your healing and growth process in a trusting and empathetic atmosphere. Reaching out for help takes courage and is an important first step. I am a licensed psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of Depression, Grief , and Trauma, but also work with many other issues.

I am a Registered Psychologist with over 25 years experience. I work effectively with children, adolescents and adults. I have worked extensively in the areas of trauma, grief and loss , separation/divorce, anxiety/depression, suicide intervention, suicide bereavement , parenting issues and domestic violence. I utilize art and play therapy interventions while working with children and teens. I focus on hope and teaching positive coping skills. I am trained in EMDR and am skilled in working with complex trauma and PTSD. I believe we all have the capacity to overcome any challenge.

Navigating any sudden change in your life can heighten your emotions. Are you experiencing higher normal levels of.......frustration, stress, sadness, fear and feelings of loss & uncertainty? Our lives have been profoundly changed by the impact of the ongoing global health crises. I know you may be concerned for yourself, for your loved ones and for your community. You may be suffering right now and are afraid.

I have experience working with a variety of client challenges, including relationship challenges (e.g. family conflict, polyamory/open, infidelity, sexuality, attachment patterns), anxiety, depression, identity concerns, life purpose, and transition. I have specialized experience in suicide bereavement , and my predominant areas of practice include grief , attachment, and trauma. My training in attachment is rooted in rewiring the patterning of our interpersonal relationships, which directly impacts how we emotionally process and behave within these relationships.

Evening appointments available!! I believe in the resiliency of the human spirit. I have been in the mental health field for 20 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 individuals 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.

Life brings us challenges to move through and facing our fears and past and current experiences is perhaps the biggest challenge of all. Colleen specializes in individual and couple work. Specialization and expertise in TRAUMA (PTSD); ANXIETY; DEPRESSION (childhood and recent events); adoption related issues; self-esteem; LOSS and GRIEF ; death and dying; transitional life events we all face. TRAINED and is a TRAINER in ART www.acceleratedresolutiontherapy.com EMDR; Prolonged Exposure; CBT. Clinical Supervisor in Social Work ACSW; Consultation; Workshops; Drumming Facilitator; Public Speaker; Visionary.

While it may take courage to reach out for a first therapy session, nobody is meant to face life's difficulties alone. In my practice, I primarily support those struggling with grief and loss , anxiety, stress, burnout, depression, emotional regulation, difficult or unexpected life-transitions, communication, and finding a healthy balance in one’s life. In my Counselling and Spirituality Master’s Program, I was taught to consider the whole person in treatment. In this way, if a client wishes to incorporate their values and spirituality in therapy, I am happy to do so in a way that honours their own cultural or faith background.

I specialize in Grief , Loss and Separation, Sex Therapy and have 15 years experience working with Teenagers. Clients who come to me have an array of challenges they are facing including depression, anxiety, and confusion of life direction. I am here to help you exploring yourself and rediscovering who you are or help you with the steps to get to who you want to be. Life has its struggles whether this be an on-going issue or a specific event that has happened to you. At times you can feel your whole world has been turned upside down and not sure which way to go. I am here to help you to turn it right side up again.

Are you grieving? Are you feeling overwhelmed? When we have lost someone or something in our lives, being overwhelmed is normal. We often need to tell our story again and again, in order to process and heal through our losses. Sometimes we need additional support to do this very task in grief , to feel the rollercoaster of emotions with loss but also actively mourn our losses and be able to learn how to hold our stories differently. After 17 years, as a Grief Counsellor at The Grief Support Program, I have moved into private practice to continue this sacred work. I would be honored to work with you in your healing journey.

In challenging times such as those we are experiencing today, it is only normal to feel overwhelmed, anxious, angry and sad. Our world and the life we knew have changed. Some of us lost their jobs, some of us lost activities which were close to their hearts, some of us lost their dreams and plans, and some of us lost their loved ones. Covid-19 constitutes a universal struggle, and it also imposes additional distress for some of us who were already coping with mental health issues. While Covid-19 forces distance, you don't need to be alone with your pain. I believe that every struggle is also an opportunity for personal growth.

I continue to be intrigued by the human spirit as it looks for answers that will bring healing to relationships, big life decisions, inner struggles and general well-being. With over 30 years of working with people and 26 years as a Registered Psychologist, I enjoy collaborating with individuals, families, teams and communities to deepen their stories, strengthen existing resources, discover new ways to provide resource and to make changes that are sturdy and forward moving.

Are you facing a challenge that has turned your life upside down? Do you feel stuck and torn as you contemplate a life decision? Or perhaps you are living with self-doubt, excessive worries and feel unsatisfied with life in general. If you are discouraged, have lost your direction, or struggle to envision a life outside of your pain; change is possible. Explore how you can make meaningful changes that align with your authentic self. Discover strength-based strategies that move you towards fulfillment and healing.

I am passionate about working with clients focusing on healing from abuse, Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief , Body neutrality/acceptance, and Gender and Sexuality. I am an LGBTQIA+ friendly, sex-work friendly, sex positive, kink-aware and poly-aware therapist. I offer individual counselling and relationship counselling. I am able to see anyone living in Alberta online, but only offer in person in the Calgary area.

Offering daytime and evening appointments in downtown Calgary or Virtually through telehealth and online methods. The focus of my practice includes: Anxiety, Trauma (including PostTraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and other Trauma-related conditions), Bereavement , Grief & Loss , Phobias, Sex & Sexuality, Chronic Pain & Chronic Illness, & coping with life stressors, stages of change, & identity transitions e.g. illness onset, retirement, new marriage, divorce, career changes/job loss , sexuality & ever important, coping and COVID-19. I am also offering Assessment Services (e.g. Psychoeducational, Mental Health, Personality, ADHD).

In my experience, most people are much more courageous and resilient than they give themselves credit for. As such, in both my assessment and therapy work, I focus on an individual’s strengths to help them develop skills and find resources for tackling whatever they are struggling with. Do you need help managing your stress and worry about the current state of the world? Are you dealing with grief , loss , or unresolved trauma? Do you have symptoms such as depressed mood, fatigue, tension, insomnia or sleep, pain, panic attacks or unhealthy behaviours such as avoidance, anger, or substance misuse? I can help.

I am a Registered Psychologist who works with individuals and families experiencing emotional and psychological issues prevalent in loss , trauma, attachment, anxiety, & depression. I am passionate about supporting individuals through difficult and unwanted life changes. We experience life-altering moments and often feel defined by them. Life events that are out of our control, fear-inducing and that threaten our sense of safety. I provide counselling services to children, adolescents, and adults having trouble with various life transitions. Together, we can work towards restoring safety, control, and normalcy in your life.

If your transition to parenthood is looking more horror than Hollywood, you’re not alone. From trying to conceive, to grief and loss , to birth trauma and postpartum mental health struggles, the perinatal period can be a challenge. Perhaps you have a newborn at home and are feeling overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts, sadness, or fear. Or maybe you’ve had a miscarriage, stillbirth, TFMR, or traumatic birth, and you need someone to help carry your pain without dismissal or judgment. Or you find yourself dreading the end of your parental leave and can’t figure out how to prepare. If any of these sound like you, read on!