Grief Therapists in Calgary, AB
A more recent area of specialization is utilizing attachment and somatic based therapies to assist people through trauma, loss and/or the effects of accumulated stress.
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 32 years of working with people and 29 years as a Registered Psychologist, I enjoy collaborating with individuals, families, 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.
A more recent area of specialization is utilizing attachment and somatic based therapies to assist people through trauma, loss and/or the effects of accumulated stress.
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 32 years of working with people and 29 years as a Registered Psychologist, I enjoy collaborating with individuals, families, 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.
I believe therapy should be tailored to each individual. My work combines psychoanalytic exploration with evidence-based strategies such as CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing. No two people are alike, and no two therapeutic journeys should be either.
I work exclusively with adults who are ready to engage in meaningful reflection and change. While I do not provide crisis intervention, my practice offers a steady, supportive space for longer-term growth.
I believe therapy should be tailored to each individual. My work combines psychoanalytic exploration with evidence-based strategies such as CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing. No two people are alike, and no two therapeutic journeys should be either.
I work exclusively with adults who are ready to engage in meaningful reflection and change. While I do not provide crisis intervention, my practice offers a steady, supportive space for longer-term growth.
Is your child navigating grief or loss, experiencing big emotions or struggling with anxiety?
Using an integrative approach, I draw from several modalities to attend to each child and family’s unique goals and needs including Art Therapy, Play-Based Therapy, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Body-Based approaches, and Narrative Therapy, to help children process their experiences, express themselves and manage emotions in a safe space.
Is your child navigating grief or loss, experiencing big emotions or struggling with anxiety?
Using an integrative approach, I draw from several modalities to attend to each child and family’s unique goals and needs including Art Therapy, Play-Based Therapy, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Body-Based approaches, and Narrative Therapy, to help children process their experiences, express themselves and manage emotions in a safe space.
I enjoy working with clients in areas related to trauma and PTSD, and grief and loss.
I use a collaborative model for therapy that integrates body-based trauma-informed methods for healing. I draw from several approaches based on the client’s needs and presenting concerns, including: Internal Family Systems, Somatic and Mindfulness Modalities, and Dialect Behavioural Therapy.
I enjoy working with clients in areas related to trauma and PTSD, and grief and loss.
I use a collaborative model for therapy that integrates body-based trauma-informed methods for healing. I draw from several approaches based on the client’s needs and presenting concerns, including: Internal Family Systems, Somatic and Mindfulness Modalities, and Dialect Behavioural Therapy.
In life, we can find ourselves challenged in ways we did not expect or anticipate. Life can become difficult and overwhelming to manage at times. In such moments, it can be helpful to seek support from someone who might help unearth possibilities and support you in finding healthier and adaptive ways to manage and cope. It is my belief that developing a strong, trusting, and collaborative therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone to therapeutic success. Through mutual respect, genuine empathy, and trust, individuals can be seen and heard, and encouraged to create the changes they want in their lives.
In life, we can find ourselves challenged in ways we did not expect or anticipate. Life can become difficult and overwhelming to manage at times. In such moments, it can be helpful to seek support from someone who might help unearth possibilities and support you in finding healthier and adaptive ways to manage and cope. It is my belief that developing a strong, trusting, and collaborative therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone to therapeutic success. Through mutual respect, genuine empathy, and trust, individuals can be seen and heard, and encouraged to create the changes they want in their lives.
I'm a Registered Psychologist in Alberta who has over 10 years of experience working with adults and young adults dealing with issues of grief and loss (including pet loss) trauma, insomnia/sleep issues, and anxiety.
I have specialized training in trauma and grief therapy, including: Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE) for PTSD, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and am a certified Grief Recovery Method (GRM) specialist. I have also worked in forensic setting and currently with the first responder population.
I'm a Registered Psychologist in Alberta who has over 10 years of experience working with adults and young adults dealing with issues of grief and loss (including pet loss) trauma, insomnia/sleep issues, and anxiety.
I have specialized training in trauma and grief therapy, including: Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE) for PTSD, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and am a certified Grief Recovery Method (GRM) specialist. I have also worked in forensic setting and currently with the first responder population.
As a dedicated counsellor, I support women encountering challenges in the areas of anxiety, life transitions, trauma, relationship matters, grief/ loss, and self-discovery.
I integrate evidence based and holistic therapies to help you identify factors limiting your potential towards growth. Together we hold space as you reconnect with your authenticity. Through a strength-based lens, discover insights and strategies to support lasting integration of healthy practices that facilitate positive life changes.
As a dedicated counsellor, I support women encountering challenges in the areas of anxiety, life transitions, trauma, relationship matters, grief/ loss, and self-discovery.
I integrate evidence based and holistic therapies to help you identify factors limiting your potential towards growth. Together we hold space as you reconnect with your authenticity. Through a strength-based lens, discover insights and strategies to support lasting integration of healthy practices that facilitate positive life changes.
With over 15 years in mental health, I have supported diverse populations of adults, teens, children and families with their concerns including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, self-harm, life transitions, family relationships, and significant mental health challenges.
As a psychologist and clinical supervisor, I am passionate about meeting you where you are at along your journey and joining you as you work towards growth, healing, and change. I value working collaboratively with my clients and students; therapy is not something done to you – it is done with you. My authentic and empathic nature, focus on trust, curiosity, and acceptance, ensures you feel safe, secure, and seen throughout our time together. I strive to empower my clients to discover and utilize their strength and resilience as they work toward growth.
With over 15 years in mental health, I have supported diverse populations of adults, teens, children and families with their concerns including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, self-harm, life transitions, family relationships, and significant mental health challenges.
As a psychologist and clinical supervisor, I am passionate about meeting you where you are at along your journey and joining you as you work towards growth, healing, and change. I value working collaboratively with my clients and students; therapy is not something done to you – it is done with you. My authentic and empathic nature, focus on trust, curiosity, and acceptance, ensures you feel safe, secure, and seen throughout our time together. I strive to empower my clients to discover and utilize their strength and resilience as they work toward growth.
Trauma, grief, and broken relationships can leave you silently carrying pain that shapes how you show up in relationships, parenting, work, even faith.
I help individuals and couples heal from trauma, grief, and relationship challenges in a safe, culturally-sensitive space. Using EFT, EMDR, IFS, and CBT, we’ll work together to process pain, build on your strengths, and create a personalized path toward healing, connection, and lasting change.
Trauma, grief, and broken relationships can leave you silently carrying pain that shapes how you show up in relationships, parenting, work, even faith.
I help individuals and couples heal from trauma, grief, and relationship challenges in a safe, culturally-sensitive space. Using EFT, EMDR, IFS, and CBT, we’ll work together to process pain, build on your strengths, and create a personalized path toward healing, connection, and lasting change.
Cady Brimacombe | Perinatal, Trauma,
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2C
In our sessions, we make space for the grief, joy, anger, guilt, and the exhaustion.
I offer trauma-informed and attachment-based therapy that centres empathy, collaboration, and client feedback. My practice focuses on nervous system stabilization and building relational safety within the therapeutic relationship. I value approaching healing within the client’s worldview and with wisdom from client lived experience.
In our sessions, we make space for the grief, joy, anger, guilt, and the exhaustion.
I offer trauma-informed and attachment-based therapy that centres empathy, collaboration, and client feedback. My practice focuses on nervous system stabilization and building relational safety within the therapeutic relationship. I value approaching healing within the client’s worldview and with wisdom from client lived experience.
I specialize in child and adolescent mental health and am a grief-informed professional, offering tailored weekly or biweekly sessions based on the severity of the issues.
Child & Teen Specialist. Is your child struggling with anxiety, big emotions, or challenges at school and with friends? It’s tough to see them go through this, and as a parent, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed or unsure about how to help. You’re not alone—many parents feel the same way. I'm here to help. Together, we’ll work on practical strategies to build your child’s confidence, improve emotional balance, and create a stronger, happier connection within your family. No child should have to struggle alone, and no parent should feel lost in trying to support them. Getting the right help can make all the difference.
I specialize in child and adolescent mental health and am a grief-informed professional, offering tailored weekly or biweekly sessions based on the severity of the issues.
Child & Teen Specialist. Is your child struggling with anxiety, big emotions, or challenges at school and with friends? It’s tough to see them go through this, and as a parent, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed or unsure about how to help. You’re not alone—many parents feel the same way. I'm here to help. Together, we’ll work on practical strategies to build your child’s confidence, improve emotional balance, and create a stronger, happier connection within your family. No child should have to struggle alone, and no parent should feel lost in trying to support them. Getting the right help can make all the difference.
The main areas of focus in my practice are identity, grief, and trauma.
I’m so glad you’re here! My name is Eaman/Amy Thompson and I am a Professional Art Therapist and Canadian Certified Counsellor. I am a cisgender, demisexual woman of color (with African, Asian, and Arab roots), who lives with chronic health conditions. I identify as a Third Culture Kid, and English is my second language. I have been working in the mental health field for more than half my life, and I absolutely love what I do. If you feel like you are ready to make some changes in your life, but unsure of how to proceed - then counselling may be a great next step towards figuring out how to get where you would like to be.
The main areas of focus in my practice are identity, grief, and trauma.
I’m so glad you’re here! My name is Eaman/Amy Thompson and I am a Professional Art Therapist and Canadian Certified Counsellor. I am a cisgender, demisexual woman of color (with African, Asian, and Arab roots), who lives with chronic health conditions. I identify as a Third Culture Kid, and English is my second language. I have been working in the mental health field for more than half my life, and I absolutely love what I do. If you feel like you are ready to make some changes in your life, but unsure of how to proceed - then counselling may be a great next step towards figuring out how to get where you would like to be.
With extensive experience in the wellness field, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals through a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and experiences of sexual and domestic abuse. I also work with those seeking deeper spiritual exploration. My approach is grounded in humanistic, client-centered principles and informed by a trauma-sensitive lens to ensure care that is both compassionate and respectful. I specialize in working with individuals and couples navigating suicidal ideation, the effects of childhood adversity, and complex trauma.
With extensive experience in the wellness field, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals through a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and experiences of sexual and domestic abuse. I also work with those seeking deeper spiritual exploration. My approach is grounded in humanistic, client-centered principles and informed by a trauma-sensitive lens to ensure care that is both compassionate and respectful. I specialize in working with individuals and couples navigating suicidal ideation, the effects of childhood adversity, and complex trauma.
Virtual, in-person, and phone therapy available for Albertans. Also serving clients in Nova Scotia and Nunavut virtually.
I work with trauma, BPD (Borderline Personality Disorder), emotional regulation, attachment issues, self-esteem, anger, jealousy, anxiety, and overthinking. My approach is highly specialized and tailored to each individual, using an eclectic integration of evidence-based methods. The process follows a structured and effective protocol designed to target core patterns, strengthen emotional regulation, and support lasting change. I also have a focus in men’s mental health and the unique challenges men face.
Virtual, in-person, and phone therapy available for Albertans. Also serving clients in Nova Scotia and Nunavut virtually.
I work with trauma, BPD (Borderline Personality Disorder), emotional regulation, attachment issues, self-esteem, anger, jealousy, anxiety, and overthinking. My approach is highly specialized and tailored to each individual, using an eclectic integration of evidence-based methods. The process follows a structured and effective protocol designed to target core patterns, strengthen emotional regulation, and support lasting change. I also have a focus in men’s mental health and the unique challenges men face.
My professional journey cultivated my specialization in grief and trauma, while deepening my understanding of the unique challenges faced by first responders and helping professionals.
In addition to receiving training in various evidence-based approaches, I am a Master-level Accelerated Resolution Therapist and a certified Grief Recovery Method specialist. I work from an integrative perspective to meet the unique needs and values of my clients.
My professional journey cultivated my specialization in grief and trauma, while deepening my understanding of the unique challenges faced by first responders and helping professionals.
In addition to receiving training in various evidence-based approaches, I am a Master-level Accelerated Resolution Therapist and a certified Grief Recovery Method specialist. I work from an integrative perspective to meet the unique needs and values of my clients.
I draw from diverse therapeutic models to address complex PTSD, grief, relational challenges, and life transitions.
As you start to walk on the way, the way appears – Rumi. Is it time to change: move forward, go deeper, heal, find peace? Has life been showing you signs of disconnection (in daily experiences, relationships, work, the body, well-being)? Maybe you are looking for meaning.
I hold space for deep transformation, using a range of tools to explore what your soul is seeking. For over 20 years, I have supported people on their healing paths (bridging mind, body and spirit). I specialize in somatic approaches and am certified in Compassionate Inquiry (CI) with Dr. Gabor Maté. I am also trained in EMDR and Couples Therapy.
I draw from diverse therapeutic models to address complex PTSD, grief, relational challenges, and life transitions.
As you start to walk on the way, the way appears – Rumi. Is it time to change: move forward, go deeper, heal, find peace? Has life been showing you signs of disconnection (in daily experiences, relationships, work, the body, well-being)? Maybe you are looking for meaning.
I hold space for deep transformation, using a range of tools to explore what your soul is seeking. For over 20 years, I have supported people on their healing paths (bridging mind, body and spirit). I specialize in somatic approaches and am certified in Compassionate Inquiry (CI) with Dr. Gabor Maté. I am also trained in EMDR and Couples Therapy.
I have specialized experience in suicide bereavement, and my predominant areas of practice include grief, attachment, and trauma.
I work from several therapeutic approaches, including Sex Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) for individual & couples, Sensorimotor therapy, NLP, EMDR, IFS, Somatic Attachment, & Inherited Family Trauma, for resolution of trauma and past relational wounds. I am also trained in family conflict and mediation, somatic breathwork, & am a Reiki master.
I have specialized experience in suicide bereavement, and my predominant areas of practice include grief, attachment, and trauma.
I work from several therapeutic approaches, including Sex Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) for individual & couples, Sensorimotor therapy, NLP, EMDR, IFS, Somatic Attachment, & Inherited Family Trauma, for resolution of trauma and past relational wounds. I am also trained in family conflict and mediation, somatic breathwork, & am a Reiki master.
Areas of support for children and youth include grief and loss, trauma, adolescence transitions, mental health challenges (ADHD, anxiety, OCD), and attachment-related concerns.
My practice with children is led by play- based and experiential approaches, as they allow children to feel seen, heard, and validated, with tools other than just words.
When supporting adults, I integrate aspects of CBT, DBT, somatic experiencing, IFS, and grief- specific theory, while ensuring a trauma- informed and client- centred environment.
Areas of support for children and youth include grief and loss, trauma, adolescence transitions, mental health challenges (ADHD, anxiety, OCD), and attachment-related concerns.
My practice with children is led by play- based and experiential approaches, as they allow children to feel seen, heard, and validated, with tools other than just words.
When supporting adults, I integrate aspects of CBT, DBT, somatic experiencing, IFS, and grief- specific theory, while ensuring a trauma- informed and client- centred environment.
My areas of passion include Grief and Loss (including death, illness, miscarriage, infertility, divorce, pet loss), Life Transitions, and Relationships.
My experience includes working with families, couples, and individuals. I specialize in working with adults and older adults (+65), offering age-friendly care as they navigate life transitions, identity, grief, and changes. I have a background in the theatre arts, music, and Reiki, and I bring positive energy and creativity to my work as a clinician.
My areas of passion include Grief and Loss (including death, illness, miscarriage, infertility, divorce, pet loss), Life Transitions, and Relationships.
My experience includes working with families, couples, and individuals. I specialize in working with adults and older adults (+65), offering age-friendly care as they navigate life transitions, identity, grief, and changes. I have a background in the theatre arts, music, and Reiki, and I bring positive energy and creativity to my work as a clinician.
Process Trauma and Grief.
Pam Juke walks hand in hand with women, connecting them to the most authentic versions of themselves. Her focus is on connecting with clients in a truly genuine way and allowing them to feel seen, heard and valued for their unique life experiences.
This is not a pre-planned program or a mentorship journey that dictates what steps you need to go through.
Process Trauma and Grief.
Pam Juke walks hand in hand with women, connecting them to the most authentic versions of themselves. Her focus is on connecting with clients in a truly genuine way and allowing them to feel seen, heard and valued for their unique life experiences.
This is not a pre-planned program or a mentorship journey that dictates what steps you need to go through.
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How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.