Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Edmonton, AB

I bring empathy, warmth, and collaboration as a therapist and aim to create meaningful connections through the safe exploration of experiences shaping your life. I have worked extensively with anxiety, depression, trauma (including childhood trauma), sexual assault/abuse, grief/loss, relationship/family issues, stress, as well as chronic and acute health issues. I also have a heartfelt interest, and post-graduate training, in working with individuals and couples impacted by infertility and perinatal/postpartum mental health. I bring 15 years of experience and work with adults (individuals and couples), teens, and children (ages 5+).

I use trauma-informed, culturally appropriate and evidence-based treatment modalities to help clients heal from trauma, cope more effectively with ongoing life stressors and develop new insights into their mental wellness. My approach to therapy is client-centred, strength-based, and compassion-focused, acknowledging the uniqueness that we all possess. I primarily use CBT (Cognitive behaviour therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavior therapy), Compassion focused therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). I continue to learn new ways that guide my practice.

The emphasis of my practice is on working with adults, both individually and in groups, and I strive to engage with each person in a collaborative and holistic process of growth and change. I use a variety of theories and interventions, always working to find the best fit between the unique individual, the issues they face, and one or more proven, research-based approaches. My therapeutic style includes Cognitive-Behavioral, Acceptance and Commitment, Solution-Focused, Reality, mindfulness-based, and Hypnotherapies. I have worked with clients dealing with such issues as depression, anxiety, trauma, stress management, addictions, and grief and loss.

Are you needing a bit more light in your life? I believe all people possess that inner spark to create meaningful and positive change in their lives. My goal is to help you access those inner resources and provide the support, tools, and guidance to maximize your growth. As a doctoral-trained clinical psychologist, I bring a breadth of skills and perspectives to help you see your challenges differently and support the process of self-discovery. Of particular interest, I actively support young professionals and health providers to thrive in increasingly challenging work contexts so they can continue to be of service to others.

Hi I am Revestin (Revs-stin). I am passionate about helping individuals cultivate self-compassion and work toward self-fulfillment. I have worked with individuals presenting with issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, and low self-esteem resulting from trauma, discrimination, abuse, invalidation, isolation, chronic pain, burnout, and infertility. I also support individuals struggling with eating disorders/disordered eating and body dissatisfaction.

I help people cope with the everyday and exceptional challenges of life, experience less suffering, and engage more fully with the present moment. Therapy provides a unique relationship which gives you the opportunity to freely evaluate the thoughts and feelings you carry, particularly those that no longer serve you. My role is to help guide you towards your internal strengths, self- acceptance and trust.

Welcome! I am humbled to have the opportunity to support you as you navigate a challenging or distressing part of your life. I specialize in the areas of grief, trauma, relationship changes, anxiety, depression, stress, career change, chronic pain, physical injury, self esteem and self worth. I am collaborative, compassionate, authentic and use evidence based interventions to support you on your healing journey. As humans, it is inevitable to experience suffering however, you do not have to walk alone. It would be my privilege to walk alongside you on your path of healing, change and growth.

I am a registered psychologist who provides individual and family counselling to adults and adolescents. I specialize in chronic health, pain management, trauma and OCD. My goal in therapy is to help you cope with difficult thoughts and feelings so you can focus on doing the things you love and being the person you value and want to be. I work collaboratively with you, and provide a judgment free environment to work through your concerns. I work with a variety of issues, and am supportive of any phase of your journey you are in. Office: Horizon currently has three psychologists on staff, with a variety of availability most days.

I am a Registered Provisional psychologist with a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of Alberta. My approach to therapy emphasizes the importance of confronting our painful emotions and experiences from a place of safety, curiosity, and honesty. I work with individuals and couples as well as teens and youth. I also have a special interest in working with men. I believe that men are often under resourced when it comes to accessing, expressing, and understanding their emotions, often leading to painful, yet avoidable, experiences.

My approach is founded on two basic beliefs: 1) people want to be their best selves; they may just need some help finding what their best self looks like, 2) humans are social animals; our brains are built for connection - we need safe relationships to feel like we can heal, deal, grow and change. Most importantly, I believe that people are resilient. I operate from a trauma-informed and person-centered approach. I aim to listen non-judgmentally and with care. Within sessions, I intentionally strive to provide a warm presence – which is determined by how I am, not what I do.

Stillar Psychological is client-centred private practice that offers counselling for children/adolescents, adults, couples, and families with a diverse range of mental health issues. Our aim is to help our clients grow from their struggles, heal from their pain, and move forward to where they want to be in life. Our team uses a person-centered and humanistic approach with clients. This includes providing a safe space for them to share their concerns and developing an individualized treatment approach that meets our clients unique needs and above all else feels like a good fit for them.

I strive to create an environment where the people that I meet with can feel safe to explore their experiences without judgement. You will be welcomed just as you are, and we will work together to help you achieve your goals for counselling. You are the expert on your experience therefore, I take a collaborative approach in therapy. I work together with you to build on your strengths, draw on your resources, and to develop new ways of approaching life's challenges.

In my role, I enjoy working with children, youth, teens, and adults. Depending on the presenting concern, we would work out a plan on how to tackle the issues impacting the client. Some of the areas I work with are: anxiety, depression, school-related concerns, changes in life, separation/divorce, parenting, negative thought patterns, gender identity, body image, self-concept, and other areas that are related to achieving a better sense of self. I believe in working as an alliance and I am check-in periodically to see if therapy is meeting the goals of each individual client.

I have 20 years of experience working with people who are dealing with personal and relational issues. My approach is collaborative and focuses on developing tools and strategies that personally fit each individual. I draw upon several treatment modalities to facilitate change, including CBT, EFT, ACT , Mindfulness, and Solution Focused Therapy. My areas of interest include depression; anxiety; couples/family/relational issues; parenting; grief/loss; anger management; life crises; and stress management. I work with individuals (adults), couples, and families in the context of a supportive environment that fosters exploring issues, developing awareness & strengths, and finding solutions to resolve issues.

Many people who struggle with mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and stress, feel embarrassed or stigmatized. Others who struggle with domestic violence, relationship issues, faith based struggles, addiction issues, suicidal ideations, and anger management issues feel alone and unsure of who they can speak to. The foundation of my counselling practice is being compassionate and non-judgmental. I provide a person-centred practice which is about the client defining their own goals. I assure my clients they are in a safe place, confidentiality upheld, validated, and their life story and experiences honoured.

Sometimes events happen that are out of your control, and they may change how you view yourself, others, and the world around you. These may be events such as but not limited to, childhood abuse and/or neglect, complicated grief, suicide of a loved one, chronic pain, or a natural disaster. You may feel alone, stuck, empty, confused, angry, and I am here to support you on your next step in your journey.

Trauma can have such a complex impact on our wellbeing, and sometimes the healing process can feel really challenging. Trauma can affect how we think, feel, and act in the world and have us doubting ourselves. It’s okay to ask for help. Therapy can look like lots of things including exploring what happened to you, learning to be more connected in the present, and preparing for the future. Therapy can be about processing painful experiences, and it can be about reconnecting with joy and pleasure. Whatever your path, I will work with you to create a space for change.