Sexual Abuse Therapists in Calgary, AB

Are you looking for a safer space to be, to learn, to explore and to heal. If so, we have a connection already, I am passionate about working with people who are experiencing the impacts of attachment wounds and trauma. I have considerable experience and a unique enthusiasm to work with trauma, relationship concerns, anxiety, self-esteem, anger and depression. My primary focus for the last six years has been sexual violence, childhood sexual abuse and sexual assault . If you want to have a better understanding of yourself , have skills to cope, and generally feel better; I can support you.

I am a Registered Psychologist in Alberta offering in-person services in Calgary & virtual services throughout AB. I have experience working with Adults through a number of issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, boundaries, self-esteem, emotional regulation, childhood abuse/sexual assault , healthy sexuality, and self-awareness/identity. I specialize in working with adults who have experienced trauma in their life. Trauma can look different for each and every person; what may be traumatizing for one, may not be for another. You define what it means for you, & together, we can work towards lessening the impact of these events.

We might be a good therapeutic fit if you are at the onset of considering a life event in a new light; if you're trying to navigate systems of oppression with grace for yourself; if you're looking for support in finding a sweet spot between codependence and individualism in your relationships; or if you're just looking to be kept company in the hard parts of being a person.

I am gratefully working with clients from different backgrounds and cultures helping them learn how to deal with their emotions and feelings and guide them to find the best solutions for their problems, my goal is to help you and hold your hand while navigating your path.

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.

I specialize in anxiety, trauma-related difficulties, and life transitions. These often show up as depression, stress, sleep difficulties, and affected relationships. I can help you heal from physical and sexual abuse . Together, we can navigate transitions and find your personal power. My goal is to help you develop a sense of your own power and identity. Sometimes I am the "expert" with the knowledge and experience, other times I simply listen to you in your painful moments. At all times, I am here entirely for you and always on your side.

Hello and welcome to Sunburst Counselling & Consulting. What is trauma? Trauma is linked to a memory of an event that sticks within your mind and body. It can result from falling off of a bike, bullying, a car accident, a sexual assault or anything at all that happens to you that was out of your control. Unresolved trauma can result in anxiety, depression, stress, PTSD and dissociation, all of which can greatly impact your ability to function. When you lose your ability to function, you may experience a decrease in self-esteem, self-worth and self-confidence all of which will impact your core sense of self.

Are you experiencing low self-worth, stress, grief/loss, relationship difficulties, depression and/or anxiety? You've already taken a large and courageous step in the process of healing by reaching out to get support; I would be honoured to work with you. My hope is that you'll be able to achieve your goals while introducing more compassion into your life. I work with adult clients of all genders. I also specialize in working with adults who've experienced childhood sexual abuse and adults who have been recently or historically sexually assaulted.

Are you looking for a helping hand through divorce, or other trauma, or are you struggling with feelings of uncertainty, general unhappiness, depression, or lower than ideal self-esteem? Together, we can look at strengths, look at what is not going the way you would like it to go, and strategize a plan for making things better. If you have experienced trauma - whether from a car accident, an assault , or abuse as a child, then I definitely have skills in helping to reduce ongoing negative effects of these experiences, primarily using a technique called EMDR, as well as other strategies.

I know that clients are the experts about themselves. I understand that concerns are multi-faceted and can often be complex...being human can be complex so the challenges that are experienced by people often take some exploration. Those who will work well with my approaches will not be looking for diagnoses or quick answers but will be looking to gain new perspectives in a safe, non-judgmental environment.

A significant part of my ethos, is seeing Individuals and couples thrive in their sexual health and relationships. Ranging from helping couples bring the passion back in their mismatched sexual desires, stop the reoccurring fights, resolve the parenting and money conflicts, and heal betrayal (infidelity). I work with you to let go of the shame surrounding your sex life; resolve the joy stolen by erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation and the frustration of in-orgasm and painful sex. There's hope to heal the trauma of sexual abuse and sexual addictions. Pleasure and happiness belong in your sex life and relationships.

Whether you are interested in learning more about yourself, are in a difficult life-stage, are experiencing marital struggles, or are working towards making an important life decision, we can assist you. Through mutual discussion and gentle questioning, your counsellor will be able to aid you in achieving insights into your own emotional world and behavioural patterns. Once a person understands themselves, pieces often begin to fall into place as they naturally start making decisions, not from a place of reaction, but from one of confident intent. We look forward to embarking on this journey of self-discovery with you.

Any individual who wants to work towards change in their life or who wants to understand their current experience in the context of their history is someone I want to work with. Together we can establish and reach many possibilities. If you have experienced trauma in your history we may explore hypnosis and EMDR as treatment possibilities.

Has something happened to you and now you feel triggered? What if you no longer felt this way? I help people heal from traumatic experiences and the effects that these painful events have - anxiety, depression, nightmares, stress, emotional exhaustion, being stuck. The therapy I use to help people heal is EMDR - Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing. Many people get relief from this therapy that they can't get from talk therapies.

Thank you for considering my profile as you take steps towards your own healing and growth. Moving through survival and into daily life can be filled with uncertainty and difficulty. Challenging life experiences may leave you feeling stuck, disconnected from yourself and others, and may shift the foundation of deeply held values and beliefs. I am passionate about supporting adults who are seeking support related to life transitions, relationship concerns, anxiety, stress, trauma and trauma-related symptoms, depression, sexual violence/abuse, and existential crisis.

Thanks for taking the time to view my profile. Therapy is a collaborative process that uses curiosity, courage and compassion to start exploring and unpacking all of the parts of ourselves and our experiences so that we can become connected to our wholeness once again. There are times when we may feel haunted by our past experiences, are having difficulties coping with life transitions or stressors, or are feeling stuck. It is my belief that through gentle exploration we can start to find the inner resources needed to move through and grow from these difficult experiences.

Hi there! My name is Rebecca and I'm a counsellor who works with adults in varying populations in their journey through self-evolution and empowerment. I'm especially passionate about working with first responders and the LGBTQ+ community. Being someone who identifies as queer as well as the offspring of a long line of first responders, I'm aware of the many hardships and barriers that exist on a daily basis for those belonging to these communities.