Autism Therapists in Edmonton, AB
You're always someone worth caring for - can't stress that one enough. Therapy is an invitation to explore your relationships with others, with yourself; to find safety and meaning, in whatever that looks like. For some folks, that means negotiating the things that used to work but no longer do, for others that might be truly feeling like they can feel safe with themselves.
You're always someone worth caring for - can't stress that one enough. Therapy is an invitation to explore your relationships with others, with yourself; to find safety and meaning, in whatever that looks like. For some folks, that means negotiating the things that used to work but no longer do, for others that might be truly feeling like they can feel safe with themselves.
You feel overwhelmed and defeated. Regardless of how hard you try, you feel like you aren’t good enough. You struggle to live up to the expectations that you have for yourself and that everyone seems to have for you. These feelings may show up in your relationships with partner(s), family, or friends; in your career; or even in how you relate to your body. Maybe the seeds of self-doubt were planted by a well-meaning person in your life. Maybe they come from your social media feed or societal expectations to be perfect. You wish you could let go of the pressure and live a more fulfilling and authentic life.
You feel overwhelmed and defeated. Regardless of how hard you try, you feel like you aren’t good enough. You struggle to live up to the expectations that you have for yourself and that everyone seems to have for you. These feelings may show up in your relationships with partner(s), family, or friends; in your career; or even in how you relate to your body. Maybe the seeds of self-doubt were planted by a well-meaning person in your life. Maybe they come from your social media feed or societal expectations to be perfect. You wish you could let go of the pressure and live a more fulfilling and authentic life.
I specialize in working with Teachers, Education Workers and Parents. With over 15 years experience working in the education system, I have a keen understanding of the challenges and rewards that come from working in schools. I provide empathy, acceptance and non-judgemental support. Concerns such as burnout, stress, compassion fatigue, disengagement, anxiety, perfectionism, relational challenges, and life transitions can be addressed. My approach is adaptive and will ensure the work you do in sessions best fits your needs and lifestyle.
I specialize in working with Teachers, Education Workers and Parents. With over 15 years experience working in the education system, I have a keen understanding of the challenges and rewards that come from working in schools. I provide empathy, acceptance and non-judgemental support. Concerns such as burnout, stress, compassion fatigue, disengagement, anxiety, perfectionism, relational challenges, and life transitions can be addressed. My approach is adaptive and will ensure the work you do in sessions best fits your needs and lifestyle.
Sunday Komolafe
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BSc, MSc, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6W
I believe in working in partnership with clients to use their strengths to help them sort out their challenges and achieve their goals. I also realize how important it is to identify all aspects of an individual’s life that impact their well-being including their physical health, support systems (family, friends, etc.), work or school environment, culture, and faith/spirituality in this process. I also believe that culturally responsive treatment includes engaging the community being served and ensuring that healing processes fit within that cultural context.
I believe in working in partnership with clients to use their strengths to help them sort out their challenges and achieve their goals. I also realize how important it is to identify all aspects of an individual’s life that impact their well-being including their physical health, support systems (family, friends, etc.), work or school environment, culture, and faith/spirituality in this process. I also believe that culturally responsive treatment includes engaging the community being served and ensuring that healing processes fit within that cultural context.
Hi! I’m Melanie! Therapist. Human. Deep feeler.
If you’ve ever felt stuck - whether in therapy, in your relationships, or just in life - you’re not alone. A lot of people find their way to me when they’re craving something deeper, more transformative, and more connected to who they really are. This space is real, raw, and rooted in possibility. We sit in the hard stuff—grief, anxiety, overwhelm, identity shifts - but we don’t stay stuck there.
Hi! I’m Melanie! Therapist. Human. Deep feeler.
If you’ve ever felt stuck - whether in therapy, in your relationships, or just in life - you’re not alone. A lot of people find their way to me when they’re craving something deeper, more transformative, and more connected to who they really are. This space is real, raw, and rooted in possibility. We sit in the hard stuff—grief, anxiety, overwhelm, identity shifts - but we don’t stay stuck there.
Life can be filled with so many challenges and it is courageous and brave for you to not want to face those challenges alone. We will work together so that you can be your true authentic self and reach desired outcomes in your life. We will explore and discover new ways to enhance empowerment, connection, and fulfillment. I value collaboration, truthfulness, and willingness to see different perspectives and ideas. I offer a variety of therapeutic modalities to fit the needs of a diverse population. Let us figure out all of life's challenges together.
Life can be filled with so many challenges and it is courageous and brave for you to not want to face those challenges alone. We will work together so that you can be your true authentic self and reach desired outcomes in your life. We will explore and discover new ways to enhance empowerment, connection, and fulfillment. I value collaboration, truthfulness, and willingness to see different perspectives and ideas. I offer a variety of therapeutic modalities to fit the needs of a diverse population. Let us figure out all of life's challenges together.
My focus is on fostering an empathetic and respectful environment that empowers you to deal with concerns related to stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, and relationships. I also place an emphasis on celebrating your strengths and all the small, meaningful steps in your mental health journey, as well as on building coping skills and resilience. My approach is client-centered and integrative, and I draw from Cognitive Behavioural, Psychodynamic, Solution-Focused, and Narrative therapy techniques in order to target your unique needs and the goals that you have for our time together.
My focus is on fostering an empathetic and respectful environment that empowers you to deal with concerns related to stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, and relationships. I also place an emphasis on celebrating your strengths and all the small, meaningful steps in your mental health journey, as well as on building coping skills and resilience. My approach is client-centered and integrative, and I draw from Cognitive Behavioural, Psychodynamic, Solution-Focused, and Narrative therapy techniques in order to target your unique needs and the goals that you have for our time together.
I use a psychodynamic approach that helps to reprocess themes and negative cognitions that may have begun in childhood. I utilize inner child work, shadow work, EMDR, and mindfulness which helps to process depression, anxiety, trauma, C-PTSD, developmental traumas, narcissistic abuse, grief and bereavement, as well as general life transitions.
I use a psychodynamic approach that helps to reprocess themes and negative cognitions that may have begun in childhood. I utilize inner child work, shadow work, EMDR, and mindfulness which helps to process depression, anxiety, trauma, C-PTSD, developmental traumas, narcissistic abuse, grief and bereavement, as well as general life transitions.
J. Gordon Child Psychology Group
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6E
Life can feel overwhelming. We can help. We are a group of seasoned practitioners who specialize in assessment, play therapy, trauma therapy, and counselling services for children and teens experiencing social, emotional, behavioural, and learning concerns. We also offer a variety of therapeutic supports for adults, caregivers (perinatal and parenting support), couples, and families. We provide a supportive environment to feel heard and understood, while helping to build insight, coping skills, balance, and resilience. Therapeutic support is tailored to your child and family's unique strengths and needs.
Life can feel overwhelming. We can help. We are a group of seasoned practitioners who specialize in assessment, play therapy, trauma therapy, and counselling services for children and teens experiencing social, emotional, behavioural, and learning concerns. We also offer a variety of therapeutic supports for adults, caregivers (perinatal and parenting support), couples, and families. We provide a supportive environment to feel heard and understood, while helping to build insight, coping skills, balance, and resilience. Therapeutic support is tailored to your child and family's unique strengths and needs.
How do you climb a mountain? One step at a time. It’s the same process I use for rock climbing as I do with therapy, blending physical, mental, and emotional resilience. Climbing teaches patience, the power of small, intentional moves, and problem-solving—when one path doesn’t work, we regroup and try again. My holistic, integrative approach emphasizes understanding the unique ways a person processes and expresses their emotions, beliefs, and behaviors. Our emotions, thoughts and body language can dictate how we think, feel and act. Small changes to any one of these areas can lead to a positive ripple that we want to see in life.
How do you climb a mountain? One step at a time. It’s the same process I use for rock climbing as I do with therapy, blending physical, mental, and emotional resilience. Climbing teaches patience, the power of small, intentional moves, and problem-solving—when one path doesn’t work, we regroup and try again. My holistic, integrative approach emphasizes understanding the unique ways a person processes and expresses their emotions, beliefs, and behaviors. Our emotions, thoughts and body language can dictate how we think, feel and act. Small changes to any one of these areas can lead to a positive ripple that we want to see in life.
Life doesn't unfold neatly; neither does healing. The complexities that life throws at you can feel very overwhelming. Yet these experiences, though challenging, are also avenues for positive change. Together we will not only explore these aspects but also unravel your strength and resilience that often remain hidden beneath the surface. Through your journey I aim to not only help you find relief from pain; but also to empower you to transform these challenges into stepping stones toward a brighter future, and a more Authentic YOU! I promise to provide a safe space where you feel accepted, heard, respected, supported and understood.
Life doesn't unfold neatly; neither does healing. The complexities that life throws at you can feel very overwhelming. Yet these experiences, though challenging, are also avenues for positive change. Together we will not only explore these aspects but also unravel your strength and resilience that often remain hidden beneath the surface. Through your journey I aim to not only help you find relief from pain; but also to empower you to transform these challenges into stepping stones toward a brighter future, and a more Authentic YOU! I promise to provide a safe space where you feel accepted, heard, respected, supported and understood.
Meet Our Autism Counsellors
I am a registered psychologist with a diverse range of counselling experience. My approach is gentle, yet effective. It is grounded in evidence based practices, including eye-movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and solutions focused therapy (SFT). My clients have successfully addressed concerns including: trauma, anxiety, depression, abuse, grief, discrimination, gender dysphoria, low self-worth, self-harm, substance use, communication and relationship concerns.
I am a registered psychologist with a diverse range of counselling experience. My approach is gentle, yet effective. It is grounded in evidence based practices, including eye-movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and solutions focused therapy (SFT). My clients have successfully addressed concerns including: trauma, anxiety, depression, abuse, grief, discrimination, gender dysphoria, low self-worth, self-harm, substance use, communication and relationship concerns.
Kassie comes with a wealth of knowledge from her extensive history of working with children and youth. From running summer camps to being a longstanding volunteer Girl Guide leader, Kassie has experienced supporting children and youth while building resiliency and confidence. Kassie has a passion for working with children, youth and their families to find ways to build on client’s personal strengths and to problem solve the twists and turns of life.
Kassie comes with a wealth of knowledge from her extensive history of working with children and youth. From running summer camps to being a longstanding volunteer Girl Guide leader, Kassie has experienced supporting children and youth while building resiliency and confidence. Kassie has a passion for working with children, youth and their families to find ways to build on client’s personal strengths and to problem solve the twists and turns of life.
Darien Zwicker
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC, BA
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T6X
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! My name is Darien and I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist working in the Edmonton area. I work with children, adolescents, and adults to provide support on a variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, addiction, life transitions, grief and loss, emotional regulation, self-harm, trauma, and relationship challenges. I also have specialized training in and a passion for working with individuals who are struggling with eating disorders and disordered eating, body dysmorphia, body image concerns, and self-esteem issues.
Hi! My name is Darien and I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist working in the Edmonton area. I work with children, adolescents, and adults to provide support on a variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, addiction, life transitions, grief and loss, emotional regulation, self-harm, trauma, and relationship challenges. I also have specialized training in and a passion for working with individuals who are struggling with eating disorders and disordered eating, body dysmorphia, body image concerns, and self-esteem issues.
Holly Halvorson Reeve
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6W
With a Master of Social Work (MSW) and a Clinical Specialization from the University of Calgary, I bring over 15 years of hands-on experience in the mental health field. I’ve had the privilege of working with children, adolescents, and adults, helping clients navigate a wide range of challenges, including anger management, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, first responder challenges, peer struggles, and trauma. I have also served as a clinical supervisor for a complex needs mental health team, further strengthening her expertise in providing compassionate and effective care.
With a Master of Social Work (MSW) and a Clinical Specialization from the University of Calgary, I bring over 15 years of hands-on experience in the mental health field. I’ve had the privilege of working with children, adolescents, and adults, helping clients navigate a wide range of challenges, including anger management, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, first responder challenges, peer struggles, and trauma. I have also served as a clinical supervisor for a complex needs mental health team, further strengthening her expertise in providing compassionate and effective care.
I am motivated to help you recognize your strengths and through this help empower you to make positive changes in your life. I am capable of helping you to find new paths in your life journey. I have vast experience with working with children, adolescents and emerging adults as I worked in the educational field for many years. I am a trauma-informed counsellor whose primary focus is building strong, safe relationships to help facilitate and empower you to make positive changes.
I am motivated to help you recognize your strengths and through this help empower you to make positive changes in your life. I am capable of helping you to find new paths in your life journey. I have vast experience with working with children, adolescents and emerging adults as I worked in the educational field for many years. I am a trauma-informed counsellor whose primary focus is building strong, safe relationships to help facilitate and empower you to make positive changes.
I specialize in helping clients who feel unheard in traditional mental health spaces due to experiences of minority stress, anxiety, body image, trauma, or navigating their identity in a world that doesn’t always make space for them. They want more than coping skills; they want to understand themselves, feel safe in their own skin, and build meaningful connections. Their goal isn’t just managing symptoms—it’s reclaiming agency, healing in a way that feels authentic, and finding a sense of belonging. I help them explore their story with compassion, evidence-based practice and science, and a deep respect for their lived experience.
I specialize in helping clients who feel unheard in traditional mental health spaces due to experiences of minority stress, anxiety, body image, trauma, or navigating their identity in a world that doesn’t always make space for them. They want more than coping skills; they want to understand themselves, feel safe in their own skin, and build meaningful connections. Their goal isn’t just managing symptoms—it’s reclaiming agency, healing in a way that feels authentic, and finding a sense of belonging. I help them explore their story with compassion, evidence-based practice and science, and a deep respect for their lived experience.
At Family Counselling Centres we recognize that therapy cannot be a one size fits all approach. Every individual is unique in how they respond to therapy. Accordingly, we utilize play therapy, animal assisted (horse and dog) therapy, EMDR, art therapy, filial therapy, sand play therapy, and traditional psychotherapy to provide clients with comprehensive care. We treat children, teens, adults, and families using both traditional and non-traditional therapies. We believe that people can live up to their full potential if a nurturing environment is available-- this is why we put such a strong focus on the family.
At Family Counselling Centres we recognize that therapy cannot be a one size fits all approach. Every individual is unique in how they respond to therapy. Accordingly, we utilize play therapy, animal assisted (horse and dog) therapy, EMDR, art therapy, filial therapy, sand play therapy, and traditional psychotherapy to provide clients with comprehensive care. We treat children, teens, adults, and families using both traditional and non-traditional therapies. We believe that people can live up to their full potential if a nurturing environment is available-- this is why we put such a strong focus on the family.
Challenges in life are inevitable, but there are many choices in how to face them. Paul Bianchini is a counseling psychologist working in the Edmonton area and provides psychotherapy services for people struggling with anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, relationships, marriage issues, occupational stress, crisis intervention, trauma, grief and loss, body image issues, self-esteem, health psychology, and addiction issues. Call 780-757-5535 - Prairie Owl Psychology and Counselling for a prompt and professional response.
Challenges in life are inevitable, but there are many choices in how to face them. Paul Bianchini is a counseling psychologist working in the Edmonton area and provides psychotherapy services for people struggling with anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, relationships, marriage issues, occupational stress, crisis intervention, trauma, grief and loss, body image issues, self-esteem, health psychology, and addiction issues. Call 780-757-5535 - Prairie Owl Psychology and Counselling for a prompt and professional response.
“Life is tough” - reading that phrase might really resonate with you, but it might also seem like the understatement of the year because in fact, life feels impossible and unbearable. Or maybe, you feel that the word “tough” is too strong and life is actually going ok, but there are some rough spots you could use help with. No matter where you are in life, what’s happening, or how challenging you may find it, you are never too broken for help and you deserve to be supported. Reaching out is a great first step and then together, we can make a plan based on your goals for therapy that will complement the uniqueness of you.
“Life is tough” - reading that phrase might really resonate with you, but it might also seem like the understatement of the year because in fact, life feels impossible and unbearable. Or maybe, you feel that the word “tough” is too strong and life is actually going ok, but there are some rough spots you could use help with. No matter where you are in life, what’s happening, or how challenging you may find it, you are never too broken for help and you deserve to be supported. Reaching out is a great first step and then together, we can make a plan based on your goals for therapy that will complement the uniqueness of you.
