Trauma Focused Therapists in Calgary, AB
I am a mature adult with a variety of life experiences, and am a Registered Art Therapist with the Canadian Art Therapy Association, and a Registered Psychologist in Alberta. I have over 10 years of experience in art and play based therapy, specifically for children, and particularly with traumatized children who have been physically, emotionally, mentally and sexually abused. I also have experience working with women and children who have left domestic abuse. In addition I work with adults who are still suffering the effects of childhood abuse. This includes forms of dissociative disorder. I also work with clients who are experiencing depression and anxiety.
I am a mature adult with a variety of life experiences, and am a Registered Art Therapist with the Canadian Art Therapy Association, and a Registered Psychologist in Alberta. I have over 10 years of experience in art and play based therapy, specifically for children, and particularly with traumatized children who have been physically, emotionally, mentally and sexually abused. I also have experience working with women and children who have left domestic abuse. In addition I work with adults who are still suffering the effects of childhood abuse. This includes forms of dissociative disorder. I also work with clients who are experiencing depression and anxiety.
There are meaningful ways to work through trauma, tackle challenging life circumstances, find yourself, and reconnect with what matters most. The good news is that this healing journey can be inspiring, empowering, and even enjoyable. Shaped by my own unexpected experiences as a mother, I offer steady, compassionate support through some of life’s most difficult, tender and transformative moments. I work with my clients to find growth, joy, and a life that truly feels their own. I am grateful to support children, adolescents, and adults, with a heartfelt focus on on trauma recovery, youth mental wellness, and perinatal mental health.
There are meaningful ways to work through trauma, tackle challenging life circumstances, find yourself, and reconnect with what matters most. The good news is that this healing journey can be inspiring, empowering, and even enjoyable. Shaped by my own unexpected experiences as a mother, I offer steady, compassionate support through some of life’s most difficult, tender and transformative moments. I work with my clients to find growth, joy, and a life that truly feels their own. I am grateful to support children, adolescents, and adults, with a heartfelt focus on on trauma recovery, youth mental wellness, and perinatal mental health.
As a recovering people pleaser, I know what it’s like to show up for others while feeling unseen yourself. You feel stuck, unsure how to meet your own needs or express what matters to you. You want to understand yourself more deeply, feel more connected in your relationships, and make choices that reflect what matters to you. I work with people who are curious about why they think, feel, and react the way they do, and who are ready to turn that insight into meaningful change.
As a recovering people pleaser, I know what it’s like to show up for others while feeling unseen yourself. You feel stuck, unsure how to meet your own needs or express what matters to you. You want to understand yourself more deeply, feel more connected in your relationships, and make choices that reflect what matters to you. I work with people who are curious about why they think, feel, and react the way they do, and who are ready to turn that insight into meaningful change.
For example, that might mean the integration of IFS through a trauma focused lens or a more psycho-educational approach combining CBT & mindfulness to create strategies on managing ADHD.
Step in, lean in & get curious! I have had the luxury of working with humans across the mental health continuum for 15+ years. I work a little differently than you may have experienced.
Step in... While I am clinically trained in evidence informed practices such as EMDR, Mindfulness, Gottman & IFS to name but a few. It's my unique ability to work with you on how these modalities will be tailored to meet your needs in that moment; and that might even differ from week to week! So bring on Anxiety, PTSD, Neurodivergence, CNM, Couples, Stress, Transitions, (Peri)menopause, Boundaries & Communication, Medicine Integration-I've got you.
For example, that might mean the integration of IFS through a trauma focused lens or a more psycho-educational approach combining CBT & mindfulness to create strategies on managing ADHD.
Step in, lean in & get curious! I have had the luxury of working with humans across the mental health continuum for 15+ years. I work a little differently than you may have experienced.
Step in... While I am clinically trained in evidence informed practices such as EMDR, Mindfulness, Gottman & IFS to name but a few. It's my unique ability to work with you on how these modalities will be tailored to meet your needs in that moment; and that might even differ from week to week! So bring on Anxiety, PTSD, Neurodivergence, CNM, Couples, Stress, Transitions, (Peri)menopause, Boundaries & Communication, Medicine Integration-I've got you.
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.
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 a Registered Psychologist passionate about helping couples and individuals. I Specialize in Couples therapy, and Trauma Therapy, while treating many other mental health needs. As a Psychologist I focus on earning your trust to understand your personal needs, then provide science supported therapies that assist you to your goals.
My goal is that each client leaves my office feeling supported, hopeful, and with a plan to accomplish their goals. Both couples struggles and Traumatic stress disorders can often feel hopeless, but in my experience with proper support and commitment growth is always within reach.
I am a Registered Psychologist passionate about helping couples and individuals. I Specialize in Couples therapy, and Trauma Therapy, while treating many other mental health needs. As a Psychologist I focus on earning your trust to understand your personal needs, then provide science supported therapies that assist you to your goals.
My goal is that each client leaves my office feeling supported, hopeful, and with a plan to accomplish their goals. Both couples struggles and Traumatic stress disorders can often feel hopeless, but in my experience with proper support and commitment growth is always within reach.
It’s true – life is a balancing act. And so is psychological health.
My aim as a psychologist is to help clients re-tune their nervous systems in a way that leads to greater independence and freedom from unnecessary suffering.
How do we do this? To speak metaphorically, our brain/body systems function much like strings on a musical instrument – when each string is tuned, the instrument produces a resonant frequency; but when one or more systems is out of sync, the resonance of the whole system suffers.
It’s true – life is a balancing act. And so is psychological health.
My aim as a psychologist is to help clients re-tune their nervous systems in a way that leads to greater independence and freedom from unnecessary suffering.
How do we do this? To speak metaphorically, our brain/body systems function much like strings on a musical instrument – when each string is tuned, the instrument produces a resonant frequency; but when one or more systems is out of sync, the resonance of the whole system suffers.
As a Psychologist diagnosed with ADHD, I take pride in my ability to support others who are feeling isolated, different, or feel they are not measuring up to those they compare themselves too. We will work together to lower any shame, harmful self-criticism, and self hatred, and help you find ways to have acceptance and understanding to the person you are. I work best with those who are struggling to find self acceptance (i.e., Do you talk negatively towards yourself? Do you use harsh criticism to get yourself moving? Are you constantly feeling not good-enough? Are you experiencing burnout? Do you feel you have to be perfect?)
As a Psychologist diagnosed with ADHD, I take pride in my ability to support others who are feeling isolated, different, or feel they are not measuring up to those they compare themselves too. We will work together to lower any shame, harmful self-criticism, and self hatred, and help you find ways to have acceptance and understanding to the person you are. I work best with those who are struggling to find self acceptance (i.e., Do you talk negatively towards yourself? Do you use harsh criticism to get yourself moving? Are you constantly feeling not good-enough? Are you experiencing burnout? Do you feel you have to be perfect?)
My clients are looking to get what they want out of life and live their lives to the fullest. They want to be a participant in life with being able to engage with and manage challenging situations, and work towards realizing their dreams!
My clients are looking to get what they want out of life and live their lives to the fullest. They want to be a participant in life with being able to engage with and manage challenging situations, and work towards realizing their dreams!
In my practice, I work with individuals, couples, and families who are actively looking to work through challenging situations. Whether you are experiencing grief or loss, trauma, or are having trouble coping with the demands of everyday life, counselling with me will involve working toward meaningful, measurable, and sustainable growth. I have experience working with adults, teenagers, and children. Please note that I do my best to respond to all emails within 24 hours. If you do not see a response, please check your junk mailbox or feel free to call me or leave your phone number for me to give you a ring.
In my practice, I work with individuals, couples, and families who are actively looking to work through challenging situations. Whether you are experiencing grief or loss, trauma, or are having trouble coping with the demands of everyday life, counselling with me will involve working toward meaningful, measurable, and sustainable growth. I have experience working with adults, teenagers, and children. Please note that I do my best to respond to all emails within 24 hours. If you do not see a response, please check your junk mailbox or feel free to call me or leave your phone number for me to give you a ring.
As a therapist, I am here to provide a different point of view, show up for you and listen without judgment. My therapy style is direct, human-centred, insightful, playful and non-judgmental. I enjoy working with people from all walks of life, particularly in the realm of disordered eating, relationship issues and trauma. If you are struggling in any of these areas and are ready to be challenged (while also being shown kindness), I am the therapist for you!
As a therapist, I am here to provide a different point of view, show up for you and listen without judgment. My therapy style is direct, human-centred, insightful, playful and non-judgmental. I enjoy working with people from all walks of life, particularly in the realm of disordered eating, relationship issues and trauma. If you are struggling in any of these areas and are ready to be challenged (while also being shown kindness), I am the therapist for you!
Are you struggling to navigate through times of crisis, process trauma, interested in improving your overall quality of life, or enhance connections with others? I have experience working with couples and individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, parenting challenges, intimate relational issues, and communication difficulties.
Are you struggling to navigate through times of crisis, process trauma, interested in improving your overall quality of life, or enhance connections with others? I have experience working with couples and individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, parenting challenges, intimate relational issues, and communication difficulties.
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.
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.
I genuinely care and create a supportive space for you with kindness, compassion, and without judgment. Together, we’ll explore your life experiences to understand how they’ve shaped your current situation, and collaboratively develop a realistic roadmap to help you achieve your goals. I offer services in-person in Calgary, or video or phone sessions across Alberta. I help with: Couples and communication; Parenting and child/teen issues; PTSD/CPTSD and trauma; Anger, anxiety, and depression; Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and OCD. I'm a Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) provider for Indigenous/First Nations and Inuit clients
I genuinely care and create a supportive space for you with kindness, compassion, and without judgment. Together, we’ll explore your life experiences to understand how they’ve shaped your current situation, and collaboratively develop a realistic roadmap to help you achieve your goals. I offer services in-person in Calgary, or video or phone sessions across Alberta. I help with: Couples and communication; Parenting and child/teen issues; PTSD/CPTSD and trauma; Anger, anxiety, and depression; Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and OCD. I'm a Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) provider for Indigenous/First Nations and Inuit clients
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual psychotherapy clinic specializing in Psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach focuses on revealing, understanding, and resolving underlying emotions and root causes of symptoms through evidence-based interventions and a comprehensive treatment plan. 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 Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual psychotherapy clinic specializing in Psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach focuses on revealing, understanding, and resolving underlying emotions and root causes of symptoms through evidence-based interventions and a comprehensive treatment plan. 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.
My experiences as a neurodivergent queer non-binary individual has informed my approach and perspectives on therapeutic work. I believe that therapeutic care has to acknowledge the systems and environments each individual exists within.
I work in areas related to trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and neurodivergence. I am 2SLGBTQ+ informed, non-monogamy knowledgeable, and kink knowledgeable.
My experiences as a neurodivergent queer non-binary individual has informed my approach and perspectives on therapeutic work. I believe that therapeutic care has to acknowledge the systems and environments each individual exists within.
I work in areas related to trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and neurodivergence. I am 2SLGBTQ+ informed, non-monogamy knowledgeable, and kink knowledgeable.
Everyone’s path is life is unique, including the parts that are challenging. Whether you're navigating overwhelming emotions, relationship difficulties, past trauma, or life transitions, you’re not alone and don't have to face it alone. I offer a warm, collaborative space where your experiences are met with compassion and curiosity, not judgement. My approach is grounded in the belief that healing happens through a trusting relationship and a deep understanding of your unique story.
Everyone’s path is life is unique, including the parts that are challenging. Whether you're navigating overwhelming emotions, relationship difficulties, past trauma, or life transitions, you’re not alone and don't have to face it alone. I offer a warm, collaborative space where your experiences are met with compassion and curiosity, not judgement. My approach is grounded in the belief that healing happens through a trusting relationship and a deep understanding of your unique story.
“The work is a commitment to be with people – not pushing them from behind or leading them from the front”. I am here to meet you where you are at – at your own pace – to deal with hardship, build resilience, and make lasting change in your life.
“The work is a commitment to be with people – not pushing them from behind or leading them from the front”. I am here to meet you where you are at – at your own pace – to deal with hardship, build resilience, and make lasting change in your life.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, whether it’s filled with excitement, hesitation, or somewhere in between. We all face times when life feels overwhelming-whether it’s trauma, feeling lost, or not feeling like ourselves. During these moments, reaching out for support is an act of strength and I am here to walk this path with you. I know first-hand how transformative it can be to feel truly seen and heard, and I aim to offer that kind of connection in every session. Together, we will work to build a relationship centred on mutual trust and connection to help support you on your journey through life.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, whether it’s filled with excitement, hesitation, or somewhere in between. We all face times when life feels overwhelming-whether it’s trauma, feeling lost, or not feeling like ourselves. During these moments, reaching out for support is an act of strength and I am here to walk this path with you. I know first-hand how transformative it can be to feel truly seen and heard, and I aim to offer that kind of connection in every session. Together, we will work to build a relationship centred on mutual trust and connection to help support you on your journey through life.
I take an evidence-informed, collaborative, and individualized approach. I work with a wide variety of individuals (youth, chronic pain, couples/relationships, ADHD, parents, anxiety, depression, religious trauma, life changes/existential challenges, work/life stress,...). I can work with individuals in all of Canada.
My experience as a Chiropractor (16+ years) informs my work as a therapist and gives me an in-depth and well-rounded perspective on the complex connection between the physical, emotional and psychological. I've been married for 20 years and have four children (all boys). Reach out any time!
I take an evidence-informed, collaborative, and individualized approach. I work with a wide variety of individuals (youth, chronic pain, couples/relationships, ADHD, parents, anxiety, depression, religious trauma, life changes/existential challenges, work/life stress,...). I can work with individuals in all of Canada.
My experience as a Chiropractor (16+ years) informs my work as a therapist and gives me an in-depth and well-rounded perspective on the complex connection between the physical, emotional and psychological. I've been married for 20 years and have four children (all boys). Reach out any time!
