Alberta Blue Cross Therapists in Edmonton, AB

My passion and experience is supporting children, youth and adults from diverse backgrounds including First Nation communities. I bring a wealth of international experience in the field of trauma informed mental health interventions with different cultures. I have worked and trained in various parts of the world including the United Kingdom, Southern Africa and Canada.

There are times when we feel like we are looking for something. Something is missing in ourselves; in our lives. We feel alone in our problems. We feel like we're not enough. We want to show who we really are but we're afraid. Finding a way through starts with being curious about ourselves; about others; about life. We can feel fully present in our lives when we tune in to our own attachment needs and those of the people we love. Two Psychologists, Brea Malacad and Paul Berg, have created this new private practice in Edmonton emphasizing this need for connection and attachment.

Customer service is not a term you may automatically think of when you hear psychological services, but to me, you cannot have one without the other. I pride myself on customer service, and work hard to deliver all of my psychological services in a customer focused and driven environment. Together we can work on solutions that are of value to you for any difficulties and dilemmas you are facing. I am team orientated, and believe in a collaborative process, especially when working with children & parents, and I understand how challenging this process can be. I want us to meet your counseling and life goals together.

ECSS is committed to empowering individuals and families to realize their potential through a nurturing and challenging environment that respects each person’s uniqueness and right to privacy. ECSS acknowledges the importance of the mental, social, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of persons as they grow and develop. We believe that people have the ability to change and to achieve their goals, in respecting the uniqueness and privacy of individuals, and in the importance of the mental, physical, social, and spiritual dimensions of persons.

Living with PTSD is getting in the way of living the life you want. You long for the painful memories, flashbacks, triggering events, and sleepless nights to stop. You want to recover from trauma, and you can with me, a certified PTSD psychologist, in your corner. The guilt, blame, resentment, and fear-induced anxiety you feel wreaks havoc on your relationships. Sometimes, your intense feelings and reactions seem to come out of nowhere, making you wonder if you’re “crazy.” But I assure you, you’re not. You’re experiencing symptoms resulting from past trauma. I can help you not only manage them but also overcome them - for good.

In this journey of life, we experience all kinds of events both positive and negative. As humans, we are equipped with unique strengths and resources that shape our resiliency when it comes to healing, changing, growing, and adapting. We may experience problems because of a disruption (internal or external) to our daily functioning, which can impact how we feel, how we think, and/or how we behave. This can result to feeling a loss of control and autonomy over our lives. A central tenant to my approach in counselling is social justice which means supporting my clients to empower themselves: regaining power over their lives.

Hello! I would love to work with you to support you in overcoming whatever you might be struggling with. I work with children, youth, adults, couples and families who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship stress, grief, and major life transitions. If you are ready to make some changes and are looking for some encouragement and compassion along the way, then I could be a great fit for you. It might also be important for you to recognize and honour the difficult journey that has brought you to therapy, and I can support you with that as well.

Since 2012 I have worked in private practice and inpatient in both mental health and brain injury assessment and rehabilitation. My ideal client is someone who either has personally experienced a TBI (traumatic brain injury), stroke, or other form of brain injury, or loves someone who does. They want to understand more about brain injury recovery, and strategies and tools to help themselves or their loved one. My ideal clients are ready for a collaborative, practical, and evidence-based approach to living well with brain injury. If they need formal assessment or re-assessment of their cognitive issues, we can also provide that.

It can be really hard to prioritize yourself, especially if you are a parent or caregiver. Caregivers need care, too, but many things can get in the way of this: lack of supports (systemic and personal), an individualistic culture, guilt and shame, lack of modelling (i.e. "how do I even do that?"), unresolved trauma & attachment issues, burnout & time poverty. I use traditional talk therapy and Sensorimotor (body-focused) Psychotherapy, Art Therapy & EMDR to help you slow down and attend to yourself. I believe that a joyful, creative life where you honour your own needs and deeply care for others at the same time is possible.

Our clinic is in a beautiful, private, and discrete environment that emphasizes excellence in patient care and respect for adolescents, adults, and families. The clinic specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health issues that are experienced by people including anxiety and mood disorders. The clinic has expertise in the assessment and management in the field of Developmental Disabilities like Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Intellectual Disability (ID). Our multi-disciplinary team is made up of a range of clinicians and expertise; all with the same vision.

Connie has a vast amount of experience in working with children, adolescents, adults, and parents in both non-profit organizations and private practice settings. She has a great interest in helping children and their families to reflect on their own abilities and strengths, to help them cope well with life’s challenges, and to promote resilience. With Connie’s personal experiences, she demonstrates compassion to help women who are going through infertility and miscarriage problems. Connie also establishes multicultural competence skills through working with clients from a range of ages and diverse backgrounds.

If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, self-esteem/confidence, sexual orientation, gender or body dysmorphia, PTSD, work or school/life balance, and/or addictions, counselling can help change unhelpful patterns and lead to better mental health and well-being. I work with clients to manage stress and achieve balance. I also work with clients to help with issues such as confidence, coping skills, and emotional regulation.

Welcome! I am currently accepting new clients My aim is to always provide a safe, nonjudgmental space in which to help you explore the challenges you may be facing. I do so by using a collaborative and client-centered approach. In this process, I endeavour to add and enhance skills to facilitate positive change. I am a Registered Psychologist and an EMDR clinician. I have completed training in Somatic Experiencing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy. I also use elements of Mindfulness to best meet the needs of clients.

I am a Registered Social Worker with a Masters in Clinical Social Work and also a Trauma Informed Yoga instructor with over a decade of experience in the area of mental health and wellness. Offering individual and group therapy sessions, my services are tailored to your needs and goals while acknowledging your individual story. My intention is to provide a space to support you in your journey to wellness and to reconnect with your potential to Heal Within.

My name is Lisa Burden, and I am a registered provisional psychologist. I have a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology and a Bachelor’s degree in Child and Youth Care. I have been working in the mental health field for the past 15 years working in non-for-profit or government organizations concerned with Neurodivergent Disorders such as ADHD and ASD, as well as, other challenges such as Depression, Anxiety, Trauma/PTSD, Attachment Issues, Personality Disorders and FASD. I accomplish this through an empathetic, strength-based, and client-centred approach in which you are recognized as the expert in your own life.

​Life can feel chaotic and uncomfortable at times. I appreciate the opportunity to work with individuals, couples and family systems to make positive sustainable shifts. Engaging in therapy can be a challenge as the road is not always straightforward. I have confidence to be able to work with you on your specific goals and find meaningful change in the process. Utilizing evidence-based practice we will form an intention focusing on discipline and clearly defined treatment goals to give you the positive outcomes you are looking for. Life can be a grind at times and I believe in shifting gears:)

I value working with adult individuals from all walks of life. I have 17 plus years working in the Addiction and Mental Health field. Whether you are feeling stuck, ambivalent or confused we can explore ways together to achieve your own hopes and dreams. I provide a safe and collaborative environment that fosters exploring change and growth. My style is warm, supportive and nurturing. I strive to treat all of my clients with unconditional acceptance and compassion. I hope we as a team together will be active in pursuing your personal goals for therapy.