Therapists in Calgary, AB

Our team of psychologists are dedicated to bringing the best care, skills and down to earth approach. Think of us like you are hiring a personal trainer for your mind. We help you to figure out what matters most. We empower you towards your goals. Our One Life team specializes in depression, anxiety, trauma, self esteem and couples therapy. We have registered psychologists, psychotherapists & coaches who are deeply passionate about helping our clients live a life with greater purpose and have a healthier mindsets.

Dr. Lilian Saltel is the owner of Autism Directions. She completed her PhD, with major in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). She is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst and provides services that are in accordance with the professional and ethical standards of her licensing board. Dr. Saltel has been working with families and their children with autism and other disabilities for over eight years. Her expertise includes working with pre-school and school-age children. Dr. Saltel has trained staff and family members in ABA principles, programmed for skill acquisition and developed behavioural plans.

Learning about yourself is an enlightening and important process. Therapy is personal. It’s about your life, passions, desires, and challenges. Finding the right therapist for you is key in your therapeutic success. My strength as a psychologist comes from my ability to build relationships of trust with patients, guiding them on a journey of self-discovery and healing, while leveraging my experience in both clinical assessment and talk-therapy to design an approach that creates momentum.

The therapy process is a journey, and having effective support along the way can prove to be invaluable. I believe that one of the most powerful elements in healing and achieving a life worth living is authenticity in the therapeutic relationship. While we embark on this journey, I bring compassion, humour, safety, respect and acceptance to the process. With this, we will move forward to learn new coping skills, build on your current strengths and take on new challenges that are in alignment with your own values and goals for your future.

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.

I have strong clinical skills and am a goal-oriented therapist with almost 40 years experience. I'm passionate about my work with those who seek new meaning to multiple issues and who need clarity to that which has been overwhelming. You will be supported to participate in a process that facilitates healing, learn new skills and be empowered to overcome obstacles and replace unhealthy patterns. In our work, you will discover opportunities to appreciate the purpose, lessons and potential gifts out of your challenges.

It can be hard to step into life the way you want when struggling with painful thoughts, emotions, or experiences. Asking for help takes courage and I work hard to provide a safe and authentic space to support you. I am passionate about working with people who feel hijacked by their thoughts and emotions, and with couples who are finding it difficult to feel securely connected. In therapy we work collaboratively so that you can gain new insight, experience peace, and find creative, workable ways to tackle difficult behavioural, emotional, or interpersonal problems.

Hello, I am a registered psychologist specializing in anxiety disorders and OCD and I am accepting new clients. You may be struggling with motivation, perfectionism, over-thinking, negative thinking, intrusive thoughts or nervousness in certain situations. Whether you are looking for support with a mental health disorder, family issues or general life stress, I use a client-centered approach which means we are working together. No matter what stage you are at, my goal is to help you create the life you want. Please visit my website to learn more. I look forward to hearing from you!

I work from a Mindfulness based approach to mental health and wellness. Whether you are seeking to reduce anxiety, manage stress or reconnect in your relationships, Mindfulness can be a valuable daily practice. Are you currently feeling stressed, worried or overwhelmed by life’s challenges? Are you feeling strain in your relationships or experiencing stress and uncertainty about the future? Do you feel overwhelmed by a seemingly endless to do list or that you are constantly rushing through life? Or perhaps you have ended a relationship and are feeling stuck or uncertain? Mindfulness can be a long lasting, effective path forward.

I am an open minded therapist who believes in a collaborative and supportive experience. I work from an evidenced based model and pull strategies from a variety of different therapies to help clients experience success and achieve their goals. I also have a strong and diverse assessment/diagnosis background and am able to provide diagnostic clarity when needed, both from a learning and psychological perspective. I very much believe in the strengths and resiliency of my clients and am proud to assist them in their journey of healing and recovery.

Do you find yourself avoiding difficult emotions, situations, and experiences only to bottle it up and have it become an impossible monster to face? Emotions are complex, wonderful, sometimes confusing, but always precious things. Sometimes they help us feel the best we ever have, other times they make us feel like we aren’t in control and feel our worst. Finding ways to express emotions from all levels of this spectrum is a fundamental tool I am passionate about helping individuals develop. You deserve to find joy every day, and feel confident in your skills to maintain it long term.

Has your life been impacted by Intimate Betrayal Trauma? Are you struggling with a Compulsive Sexual Behaviour that is destroying your peace of mind and personal life? There is help & hope. As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), I have the knowledge & expertise to guide you through this very difficult time. Regain your inner peace, lower your anxiety, repair your relationships, work through your depression, grief and trauma. Using evidence-based practices, we can work together in creating the happy authentic life that feels out of reach. I am trained (level 3), and use the Gottman Method in my couples counselling approach.

Sometimes finding a solution requires us to change the way we think about a problem instead of attempting to change the behaviors that caused it. I take a collaborative approach to therapy, by empowering clients to rely on their own resilience and strength to explore solutions.  I specialize in working with adolescents, families, and adults with concerns involving complex mental health, trauma, grief and loss, and behavioral and mood disorders that can cause high risk or impulsive actions. A positive therapeutic relationship is essential to the therapy process. You need to feel safe, supported, and comfortable during therapy.

I believe that life can throws us challenges and some of those challenges may feel harder than others to overcome. I strongly value connection and the need for relationship as a key piece of effectively navigating these life challenges. I strive to offer clients compassion, and the space they need to do this. My hope is that through a strong therapeutic relationship we can create shared meaning to strive towards meaningful change.

I work with adult clients who would benefit from cognitive testing and training to improve or maintain their level of cognitive performance. My clients may have psychiatric concerns (such as stress, anxiety, depression, or psychosis) or medical problems (such as concussion, ADHD, stroke, pain, or dementia) that have affected their concentration and focus, memory, or ability to think quickly or clearly. Other clients have not been diagnosed with a condition but want to maintain or optimize their cognitive functioning to help improve their performance at school, work, or sports.

*NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* I operate from a trauma-informed person-centered approach, as I know that I am inviting clients to reveal vulnerable parts of themselves and should be met with nonjudgment and unconditional positive regard. My person-centered approach allows me to shift from a deficit based perspective to a strength-based perspective, allowing for a relational depth that transcends labels. My practice is grounded in providing affirming care to assist clients in embracing personal self-worth and bolstering personal agency.

Priority spots for health care workers struggling with care during COVID. When life overwhelms you, it might be time to take inventory of what's working and what's not. I support clients who need a tweak, a change, or an overhaul to feel more satisfied in their work, relationships, or life in general. Together, we will build an understanding of your strengths, challenges, history, and goals. We can uncover what has worked in the past and what is getting in the way, now. We can co-design a plan for how to move forward and help you feel better.

Have you found yourself carrying stressors throughout the day, or find it sneaking into your consciousness at any opportunity? At first it was only a little distressful but manageable, Now, it feels inescapable. You feel trapped, lost, & out of ideas. You feel drained & joy zapped from life. You decide you need to do something about this, it can’t keep going this way. You want a better sense of choice & control within your life, to manifest more joy & peace with who you are, with those in your daily life, & what your future could become. If this sounds like you but you don’t know where to begin, let’s start with a conversation.

When experiencing different situations, we sometimes feel like there is no way out, together we will identify the goals needed to work on, in a cultural and gender sensitive environment, pulling from cognitive behaviour, a solution focused approach using tools and techniques in a safe, confidential manner and supported without judgement. Give me a call and together we will find a solution to your issues and experiences. Should your issue fall outside of my scope of practice, a referral will be made to another professional.