Trauma Focused Therapists in Calgary, AB
Hello and welcome! My name is Nadia and I am a Registered Psychologist in Calgary, Alberta. Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I truly appreciate your courage to be here. I have extensive experience supporting adults with a range of challenges, including anxiety, stress, and trauma; burnout and career-related stress; identity exploration and self-discovery; intergenerational patterns and family dynamics; school, university, and workplace challenges; and unexpected life transitions or major life changes.
Hello and welcome! My name is Nadia and I am a Registered Psychologist in Calgary, Alberta. Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I truly appreciate your courage to be here. I have extensive experience supporting adults with a range of challenges, including anxiety, stress, and trauma; burnout and career-related stress; identity exploration and self-discovery; intergenerational patterns and family dynamics; school, university, and workplace challenges; and unexpected life transitions or major life changes.
I’m a Registered Social Worker and Clinical Mental Health Therapist with over 15 years of experience in the field of counselling supporting individuals and couples through the messy, painful, and sometimes surprisingly human parts of life. I take the work and your care seriously and I believe therapy should feel safe, real, and human. Sometimes that means sitting with hard emotions, and sometimes it means keeping it light and recognizing the slightly absurd ways our brains try to protect us.
I draw from CBT, ACT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), and the Gottman Method for couples.
I’m a Registered Social Worker and Clinical Mental Health Therapist with over 15 years of experience in the field of counselling supporting individuals and couples through the messy, painful, and sometimes surprisingly human parts of life. I take the work and your care seriously and I believe therapy should feel safe, real, and human. Sometimes that means sitting with hard emotions, and sometimes it means keeping it light and recognizing the slightly absurd ways our brains try to protect us.
I draw from CBT, ACT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), and the Gottman Method for couples.
Are you struggling with relationship challenges, feeling disconnected from yourself or your partner, or wanting a deeper sense of intimacy and connection? Wanda supports individuals and couples navigating communication difficulties, relationship patterns, trust concerns, infidelity, life transitions, intimacy concerns, sexual challenges, and the impact of past experiences. Whether you are seeking to strengthen your relationship, heal from past experiences, explore your sexuality, or better understand yourself and your needs, therapy can provide a space for growth and meaningful change.
Are you struggling with relationship challenges, feeling disconnected from yourself or your partner, or wanting a deeper sense of intimacy and connection? Wanda supports individuals and couples navigating communication difficulties, relationship patterns, trust concerns, infidelity, life transitions, intimacy concerns, sexual challenges, and the impact of past experiences. Whether you are seeking to strengthen your relationship, heal from past experiences, explore your sexuality, or better understand yourself and your needs, therapy can provide a space for growth and meaningful change.
Does it feel like your mind is always “on,” and doesn’t seem to ever shut off? Maybe you’re always worrying about everything, overthinking, or holding yourself to impossible standards—and it’s starting to feel overwhelming and exhausting. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone, and therapy can help.
Does it feel like your mind is always “on,” and doesn’t seem to ever shut off? Maybe you’re always worrying about everything, overthinking, or holding yourself to impossible standards—and it’s starting to feel overwhelming and exhausting. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone, and therapy can help.
Thank you 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.
Thank you 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.
Let’s face it, life can throw all sorts of challenges our way and sometimes it can be helpful to talk about it. The act of saying something out loud is an important first step in moving forward. Parallel Counselling is a safe space to explore, reframe, and realign what’s going on within you, your relationships, and the world around you to help you gain perspective, process past hurts, create new patterns, and feel more connected to yourself and the people in your life.
Let’s face it, life can throw all sorts of challenges our way and sometimes it can be helpful to talk about it. The act of saying something out loud is an important first step in moving forward. Parallel Counselling is a safe space to explore, reframe, and realign what’s going on within you, your relationships, and the world around you to help you gain perspective, process past hurts, create new patterns, and feel more connected to yourself and the people in your life.
For the past 19 years, I have worked and trained in a variety of settings, including children's mental health facilities, schools, hospitals, and private practice. I have enjoyed the rewarding challenges of treating children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, gender identity issues, personality disorders, substance abuse issues, anger management issues, low self-esteem, and social skills deficits.
For the past 19 years, I have worked and trained in a variety of settings, including children's mental health facilities, schools, hospitals, and private practice. I have enjoyed the rewarding challenges of treating children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, gender identity issues, personality disorders, substance abuse issues, anger management issues, low self-esteem, and social skills deficits.
Many of us carry wounds from that past that show up in unexpected ways, such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, suicidal ideation, addictions, compulsions, phobias, people-pleasing or struggles in relationships. If this feels familiar, you are not alone. These symptoms are often coping strategies we developed at a young age to survive, but they may no longer serve us now.
I support teens (15+) and adults who feel ready to process their trauma, especially for those who have found that talk therapy alone is not enough. My goal is to help you move from surviving to thriving so that you can build the life you truly want.
Many of us carry wounds from that past that show up in unexpected ways, such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, suicidal ideation, addictions, compulsions, phobias, people-pleasing or struggles in relationships. If this feels familiar, you are not alone. These symptoms are often coping strategies we developed at a young age to survive, but they may no longer serve us now.
I support teens (15+) and adults who feel ready to process their trauma, especially for those who have found that talk therapy alone is not enough. My goal is to help you move from surviving to thriving so that you can build the life you truly want.
Hello, I am passionate about supporting people in achieving their personal goals and overcoming struggles in their lives. I believe therapy can help people learn new coping skills and utilize their strengths to manage even the most painful challenges. I work to provide therapy that is collaborative, effective, professional and individualized to clients needs. Over, the past 20 years I have worked with adolescents and adults who struggle with borderline personality disorder, substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma related symptoms and psychosis to build their life worth living.
Hello, I am passionate about supporting people in achieving their personal goals and overcoming struggles in their lives. I believe therapy can help people learn new coping skills and utilize their strengths to manage even the most painful challenges. I work to provide therapy that is collaborative, effective, professional and individualized to clients needs. Over, the past 20 years I have worked with adolescents and adults who struggle with borderline personality disorder, substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma related symptoms and psychosis to build their life worth living.
I've been in the helping profession for over 20 years. What I know for sure is that the desire for healing is common and yet each story is unique. I excel at utilizing effective interventions to address feelings and experiences that feel distressing and "stuck". This can look like not knowing how to move forward, knowing but struggling to make changes, or feeling lost or confused about how to reduce distress. I would be honored to hear your story.
I've been in the helping profession for over 20 years. What I know for sure is that the desire for healing is common and yet each story is unique. I excel at utilizing effective interventions to address feelings and experiences that feel distressing and "stuck". This can look like not knowing how to move forward, knowing but struggling to make changes, or feeling lost or confused about how to reduce distress. I would be honored to hear your story.
Jennifer Sawa has over 15 years experience in the mental health field. She values evidence-based modalities and specializes in Dialectical Behavioural Informed Therapy (DBT), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), and ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy). Jennifer works with children 9+, teens and adults and is strength based. She helps clients with emotional regulation disorders such as borderline personality disorders, PTSD, self-esteem, anxiety, self-harm and suicidality and mood disorders. Jennifer provides formal assessments for personality/mental health (for self exploration and diagnosing), and career guidance
Jennifer Sawa has over 15 years experience in the mental health field. She values evidence-based modalities and specializes in Dialectical Behavioural Informed Therapy (DBT), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), and ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy). Jennifer works with children 9+, teens and adults and is strength based. She helps clients with emotional regulation disorders such as borderline personality disorders, PTSD, self-esteem, anxiety, self-harm and suicidality and mood disorders. Jennifer provides formal assessments for personality/mental health (for self exploration and diagnosing), and career guidance
You might feel like you’ve been holding it together on the outside while something inside quietly falls apart. Maybe anxiety follows you into every room. Maybe relationships keep ending the same way, or you’re carrying a grief no one around you seems to understand. Perhaps you’ve spent your life adapting — code-switching, shrinking, or performing — just to feel safe.
I work with individuals and couples who are ready to stop just surviving. I offer affirming, judgment-free care for BIPOCs, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse clients, and those navigating identity, trauma, and relational pain.
You might feel like you’ve been holding it together on the outside while something inside quietly falls apart. Maybe anxiety follows you into every room. Maybe relationships keep ending the same way, or you’re carrying a grief no one around you seems to understand. Perhaps you’ve spent your life adapting — code-switching, shrinking, or performing — just to feel safe.
I work with individuals and couples who are ready to stop just surviving. I offer affirming, judgment-free care for BIPOCs, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse clients, and those navigating identity, trauma, and relational pain.
It is my priority to provide a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental space where clients can feel comfortable being vulnerable. My role is to support you as you navigate your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, while also creating space for deeper emotional exploration and understanding.
Together, we work toward helping you become the best version of yourself and move closer to your goals in a compassionate and supportive environment. I deeply value your autonomy and believe that you already hold the strength and capacity to create the changes you wish to see in your daily life.
It is my priority to provide a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental space where clients can feel comfortable being vulnerable. My role is to support you as you navigate your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, while also creating space for deeper emotional exploration and understanding.
Together, we work toward helping you become the best version of yourself and move closer to your goals in a compassionate and supportive environment. I deeply value your autonomy and believe that you already hold the strength and capacity to create the changes you wish to see in your daily life.
Are you feeling increasingly drained, emotionally reactive, or resentful? Do you take on too many responsibilities and worry about disappointing others? Is it hard to ask for help because you need things done right or do not want to be a burden? If so, you are not alone. Many of my clients do amazing work, care deeply for others, and are driven by high standards for themselves– but despite their best efforts and successes, they feel overwhelmed and struggle with self-worth. They may appear to be confident and living ideal lives, but they deal with high-functioning anxiety and have difficulties speaking up for their own needs.
Are you feeling increasingly drained, emotionally reactive, or resentful? Do you take on too many responsibilities and worry about disappointing others? Is it hard to ask for help because you need things done right or do not want to be a burden? If so, you are not alone. Many of my clients do amazing work, care deeply for others, and are driven by high standards for themselves– but despite their best efforts and successes, they feel overwhelmed and struggle with self-worth. They may appear to be confident and living ideal lives, but they deal with high-functioning anxiety and have difficulties speaking up for their own needs.
At Erin Cape Psychological Services, Timber (therapy assistance dog in training) and I love working with clients who aren’t afraid to turn inward and look at feelings, thoughts, sensations, strengths, needs, and relational patterns to make better choices to support a meaningful life. Feelings work can be hard, so I aim to provide a non-judgmental space to develop our relationship, explore stressors and emotions, try new things, and set active goals for yourself. I provide both short and long-term therapy to best meet you where you're at in your self-development journey and help you meet your goals at a pace that suits you.
At Erin Cape Psychological Services, Timber (therapy assistance dog in training) and I love working with clients who aren’t afraid to turn inward and look at feelings, thoughts, sensations, strengths, needs, and relational patterns to make better choices to support a meaningful life. Feelings work can be hard, so I aim to provide a non-judgmental space to develop our relationship, explore stressors and emotions, try new things, and set active goals for yourself. I provide both short and long-term therapy to best meet you where you're at in your self-development journey and help you meet your goals at a pace that suits you.
I offer a variety of supports, including a space to process, receive mental health support, cope with life changes and grief, co-regulate, set goals, and more.
Using narrative therapy and nervous system tools, we unpack what you’re currently experiencing and what you need today. Together we also look at your personal history, family history, and psychosocial determinants of health to better understand where you’re coming from.
I provide coping strategies & tangible tools to practice, too. I speak English and French, and have 10+ years of experience in mental health & community support.
I offer a variety of supports, including a space to process, receive mental health support, cope with life changes and grief, co-regulate, set goals, and more.
Using narrative therapy and nervous system tools, we unpack what you’re currently experiencing and what you need today. Together we also look at your personal history, family history, and psychosocial determinants of health to better understand where you’re coming from.
I provide coping strategies & tangible tools to practice, too. I speak English and French, and have 10+ years of experience in mental health & community support.
I work with adults, teens, and couples, utilizing an integrative approach of CBT, IFS, Narrative Therapy, SFT, and Gottman Therapy. Each client's needs, goals, and personalities are unique and deserve a personalized approach. My specialties lie in the realms of neurodiversity, educational success, and health, with decades of research and experience behind me. I support clients in many areas, including ADHD, Anxiety, Burnout, Career Changes, Depression, Emotional Dysregulation, Grief, Health, Identity, Interpersonal Issues, Life Transitions, Relationship Difficulties, Sleep, Stress, and Trauma.
I work with adults, teens, and couples, utilizing an integrative approach of CBT, IFS, Narrative Therapy, SFT, and Gottman Therapy. Each client's needs, goals, and personalities are unique and deserve a personalized approach. My specialties lie in the realms of neurodiversity, educational success, and health, with decades of research and experience behind me. I support clients in many areas, including ADHD, Anxiety, Burnout, Career Changes, Depression, Emotional Dysregulation, Grief, Health, Identity, Interpersonal Issues, Life Transitions, Relationship Difficulties, Sleep, Stress, and Trauma.
We can become stuck in old patterns that get in the way of authentic connection with ourselves and others, keeping us from feeling peace and happiness. I am passionate about helping clients discover their capacity for growth and healing. I have been counselling for over 20 yrs and specialize in stress management, relationship issues, grief & loss, personal growth, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and trauma. Using a holistic and collaborative approach, I will support you to skillfully navigate through the difficulties that life brings, and connect with your resiliency for emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual well-being.
We can become stuck in old patterns that get in the way of authentic connection with ourselves and others, keeping us from feeling peace and happiness. I am passionate about helping clients discover their capacity for growth and healing. I have been counselling for over 20 yrs and specialize in stress management, relationship issues, grief & loss, personal growth, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and trauma. Using a holistic and collaborative approach, I will support you to skillfully navigate through the difficulties that life brings, and connect with your resiliency for emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual well-being.
I work with adults facing life’s challenges. An area of specialty close to my heart is working with women who are pregnant or newly parenting.
I work with adults facing life’s challenges. An area of specialty close to my heart is working with women who are pregnant or newly parenting.
Life can present us with unexpected challenges- family conflict, relationship difficulties, parenting concerns, or haunting past experiences- that can leave us feeling trapped, depressed, anxious, and unhappy in all sorts of ways. While stress is a normal part of the human experience, we don't need to be ruled by it. My passion lies in helping individuals navigate through these difficult thoughts, painful self-defeating beliefs, and experiences. I aim to empower you to take action and reconnect with the things that hold true value in your life.
Life can present us with unexpected challenges- family conflict, relationship difficulties, parenting concerns, or haunting past experiences- that can leave us feeling trapped, depressed, anxious, and unhappy in all sorts of ways. While stress is a normal part of the human experience, we don't need to be ruled by it. My passion lies in helping individuals navigate through these difficult thoughts, painful self-defeating beliefs, and experiences. I aim to empower you to take action and reconnect with the things that hold true value in your life.
