Self-Harming Therapists in Edmonton, AB
I believe clients have the inherent ability to create change. It takes courage to step forth and request support which leads to strength and a desire to create new ways of being. Through a meaningful and collaborative therapeutic relationship, I provide a safe and inclusive space for clients to grow and reach their desired potential and authentic self. I provide support to individuals/families that are experiencing challenges within their lives (i.e., gender diverse clients, dysphoria, sexual orientation, anxiety, depression, internalized homophobia/transphobia, coming to terms/coming out, trauma, self-harming, suicidal ideation).
I believe clients have the inherent ability to create change. It takes courage to step forth and request support which leads to strength and a desire to create new ways of being. Through a meaningful and collaborative therapeutic relationship, I provide a safe and inclusive space for clients to grow and reach their desired potential and authentic self. I provide support to individuals/families that are experiencing challenges within their lives (i.e., gender diverse clients, dysphoria, sexual orientation, anxiety, depression, internalized homophobia/transphobia, coming to terms/coming out, trauma, self-harming, suicidal ideation).
I was diagnosed with depression and anxiety at 13 after self-harming and suicide attempts.
'Life is pain, highness. Anyone who tells you differently is selling something'- William Goldman (from The Princess Bride). All sarcasm aside, life can be painful. Not being okay can be scary, especially if no one in your support system feels comfortable talking about emotions or mental health. If you're looking for someone to talk to, you've probably gotten to the place where seeking help is less scary than staying where you are right now. I've been there. Asking for help goes against what Western society tells us: that we should be able to figure it all out on our own while also being productive. No wonder we don't like feelings.
I was diagnosed with depression and anxiety at 13 after self-harming and suicide attempts.
'Life is pain, highness. Anyone who tells you differently is selling something'- William Goldman (from The Princess Bride). All sarcasm aside, life can be painful. Not being okay can be scary, especially if no one in your support system feels comfortable talking about emotions or mental health. If you're looking for someone to talk to, you've probably gotten to the place where seeking help is less scary than staying where you are right now. I've been there. Asking for help goes against what Western society tells us: that we should be able to figure it all out on our own while also being productive. No wonder we don't like feelings.
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 cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), eye-movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR), and solution 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 cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), eye-movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR), and solution 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.
Dr. Monica Hinton Therapist Clinical Supervisor
Registered Social Worker, PhD, MSW, RCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5K (Online Only)
Life can be complicated. Maybe you notice your day is filled with racing thoughts, worry or feeling down. Certain spots and times of the year may spark overwhelming feelings or memories and social situations feel like too much. You might find yourself repeating actions that you feel compelled to do, even if it doesn’t seem to make sense. If you have lost interest in things you used to enjoy, and have pushed people out of your life, even when you didn't want to, you've already taken the first step towards change and I am here to support you along your journey.
Life can be complicated. Maybe you notice your day is filled with racing thoughts, worry or feeling down. Certain spots and times of the year may spark overwhelming feelings or memories and social situations feel like too much. You might find yourself repeating actions that you feel compelled to do, even if it doesn’t seem to make sense. If you have lost interest in things you used to enjoy, and have pushed people out of your life, even when you didn't want to, you've already taken the first step towards change and I am here to support you along your journey.
Are you struggling with symptoms of anxiety? Is it affecting you at work, when you are with your family and friends, and your overall wellbeing? Are you tired of feeling this way? The worrisome thoughts can be difficult enough on their own, but when you add symptoms like poor concentration, poor sleep, irritability, restlessness, and fatigue, it can feel overwhelming. The longer it goes unmanaged, the harder it can make your life. All is not lost! I am here to help you. Together, we can explore how your anxiety is affecting your life and which strategies would be best for managing your symptoms so you feel in control again.
Are you struggling with symptoms of anxiety? Is it affecting you at work, when you are with your family and friends, and your overall wellbeing? Are you tired of feeling this way? The worrisome thoughts can be difficult enough on their own, but when you add symptoms like poor concentration, poor sleep, irritability, restlessness, and fatigue, it can feel overwhelming. The longer it goes unmanaged, the harder it can make your life. All is not lost! I am here to help you. Together, we can explore how your anxiety is affecting your life and which strategies would be best for managing your symptoms so you feel in control again.
I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to build a meaningful and rewarding life, but sometimes, this can feel out of reach, confusing and even impossible. Regardless of whether you're dealing with ongoing mental health concerns, are feeling disconnected after a stressful life change, or just feel stuck, I'm here to help you start building the future you deserve. As an occupational therapist for over ten years who has specialized in mental health I come to this space from a skills-based approach. I work with diverse families and individuals (adults and teenagers 12-17 years old) in a safe and nonjudgemental space.
I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to build a meaningful and rewarding life, but sometimes, this can feel out of reach, confusing and even impossible. Regardless of whether you're dealing with ongoing mental health concerns, are feeling disconnected after a stressful life change, or just feel stuck, I'm here to help you start building the future you deserve. As an occupational therapist for over ten years who has specialized in mental health I come to this space from a skills-based approach. I work with diverse families and individuals (adults and teenagers 12-17 years old) in a safe and nonjudgemental space.
Taylor Cumming
Psychologist, MC, RPsych
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5H
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Registered Psychologist and have been supporting clients for over 12 years in their pursuits of living more healthy and fulfilling lives. I predominately work with clients that have experienced trauma, in addition to other concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and stress. I believe that trauma involves feeling or experiencing a profound lack of safety. For that reason, I strive to create a warm, compassionate, and trusting space that allows for all of life's challenges to be addressed in a way that feels as safe as possible.
I am a Registered Psychologist and have been supporting clients for over 12 years in their pursuits of living more healthy and fulfilling lives. I predominately work with clients that have experienced trauma, in addition to other concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and stress. I believe that trauma involves feeling or experiencing a profound lack of safety. For that reason, I strive to create a warm, compassionate, and trusting space that allows for all of life's challenges to be addressed in a way that feels as safe as possible.
I am a registered psychologist who specializes in chronic pain, health concerns, OCD, anxiety and trauma. I believe in the importance of living authentically in the face of challenges, and finding ways to cope with life's hardships. 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 am an experiential therapist, meaning we try interventions and activities in session to create change in your life.
I am a registered psychologist who specializes in chronic pain, health concerns, OCD, anxiety and trauma. I believe in the importance of living authentically in the face of challenges, and finding ways to cope with life's hardships. 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 am an experiential therapist, meaning we try interventions and activities in session to create change in your life.
Summit Counselling Services
Psychologist, BA, MC, CAATP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5N
Whatever your are hoping to work on - we are here to help. Our team is just as unique as you are. Each therapist at Summit works in their own unique way, each specializing in different areas. Our aim is to provide the most effective individualized service for each client we see. We all have skills and resources to work through life's challenges, our goal is to help you find those within yourself. Together we will develop a plan to strategically address your areas of concern and create lasting positive change. Our role is to provide a safe, nonjudgemental space where you can explore ways to create positive life change.
Whatever your are hoping to work on - we are here to help. Our team is just as unique as you are. Each therapist at Summit works in their own unique way, each specializing in different areas. Our aim is to provide the most effective individualized service for each client we see. We all have skills and resources to work through life's challenges, our goal is to help you find those within yourself. Together we will develop a plan to strategically address your areas of concern and create lasting positive change. Our role is to provide a safe, nonjudgemental space where you can explore ways to create positive life change.
I am a kink-conscious, trauma-informed therapist that works with couples, ENM, and Polyamorous individuals, as well as sex therapy. I also take on a number of individual clients, that deal with a myriad of issues, including depression, anxiety, and trauma related concerns. I primarily serve adults and couples, but have experience with families and children.
I am a kink-conscious, trauma-informed therapist that works with couples, ENM, and Polyamorous individuals, as well as sex therapy. I also take on a number of individual clients, that deal with a myriad of issues, including depression, anxiety, and trauma related concerns. I primarily serve adults and couples, but have experience with families and children.
Life experiences can hinder our emotional, mental, or spiritual growth, making it difficult to move forward in an effective way. My experience has been working with teens, men, and women and their issues with trauma, addictions, OCD, eating disorders, and anxiety. I am passionate about helping my clients understand how the brain works and taking a strength-based approach to developing skills. The research focus of my thesis was on resiliency in Indigenous adults with FASD. Together, we can find the power within you.
Life experiences can hinder our emotional, mental, or spiritual growth, making it difficult to move forward in an effective way. My experience has been working with teens, men, and women and their issues with trauma, addictions, OCD, eating disorders, and anxiety. I am passionate about helping my clients understand how the brain works and taking a strength-based approach to developing skills. The research focus of my thesis was on resiliency in Indigenous adults with FASD. Together, we can find the power within you.
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Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5T
Hello! My name is Cristina. I am passionate about supporting individuals (ages 5 and up) in navigating and in taking actionable steps to better their mental health. I specialize in trauma and PTSD that stem from early life experiences, or due to acute trauma from present day. I also specialize in anxiety and stress that arise from difficulties in relationships and life situations. I also work with those affected by neurodevelopmental challenges including Autism Spectrum and ADHD. Furthermore, I enjoy supporting parents in all stages, whether it relates to perinatal mental health or because of situations concerning their children.
Hello! My name is Cristina. I am passionate about supporting individuals (ages 5 and up) in navigating and in taking actionable steps to better their mental health. I specialize in trauma and PTSD that stem from early life experiences, or due to acute trauma from present day. I also specialize in anxiety and stress that arise from difficulties in relationships and life situations. I also work with those affected by neurodevelopmental challenges including Autism Spectrum and ADHD. Furthermore, I enjoy supporting parents in all stages, whether it relates to perinatal mental health or because of situations concerning their children.
Hello! My name is Nicole (she/her) and I am a Registered Psychologist. I specialize in working with children (3+), youth, and their families. I work collaboratively with parents/guardians and their children/youth to create an action plan to help reduce some challenging symptoms and support growth towards potential.
Hello! My name is Nicole (she/her) and I am a Registered Psychologist. I specialize in working with children (3+), youth, and their families. I work collaboratively with parents/guardians and their children/youth to create an action plan to help reduce some challenging symptoms and support growth towards potential.
I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor and Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist for couples (EFCT) and individuals (EFIT). I love helping couples who want to break free from conflict to reconnect and (re)create a thriving relationship. Specifically, I support couples who are struggling with disconnection, conflict, loneliness, infidelity, and betrayal. I also specializes in treating individuals with Anxiety and/or Depression. I help my clients to heal old wounds and become unstuck from old and unhelpful coping strategies that block their path toward a healthy relationship with themselves and others.
I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor and Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist for couples (EFCT) and individuals (EFIT). I love helping couples who want to break free from conflict to reconnect and (re)create a thriving relationship. Specifically, I support couples who are struggling with disconnection, conflict, loneliness, infidelity, and betrayal. I also specializes in treating individuals with Anxiety and/or Depression. I help my clients to heal old wounds and become unstuck from old and unhelpful coping strategies that block their path toward a healthy relationship with themselves and others.
Resilience Awakening, Revekka Kakoullis
Psychologist, MSc
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T6X (Online Only)
Our humanness naturally predisposes us to vulnerabilities and it is in those vulnerabilities that resilience is cultivated. There are times, however, when we are filled with uneasiness, meaninglessness, unhappiness and/or uncertainty and our struggle seems unbearable. Undoubtedly, life presents us with challenges and I firmly believe these can be transitory circumstances that can reawaken us by opening up opportunities for our attainment of greater self-awareness and deeper and more meaningful sense of our authentic selves, of gratitude, courage and resiliency and of preparation for meaningful change, growth and sense of freedom.
Our humanness naturally predisposes us to vulnerabilities and it is in those vulnerabilities that resilience is cultivated. There are times, however, when we are filled with uneasiness, meaninglessness, unhappiness and/or uncertainty and our struggle seems unbearable. Undoubtedly, life presents us with challenges and I firmly believe these can be transitory circumstances that can reawaken us by opening up opportunities for our attainment of greater self-awareness and deeper and more meaningful sense of our authentic selves, of gratitude, courage and resiliency and of preparation for meaningful change, growth and sense of freedom.
I am a psychologist with over 10 years of training in counselling psychology and a decade of clinical experience. I work with individuals, couples, and families in managing a variety of different concerns and difficulties; including, trauma, depression, anxiety, interpersonal challenges, self-esteem, perfectionism, family-of-origin difficulties, relationship problems, and identity development. I work collaboratively with my clients and provide emotional, and spiritual safety, by seeking to understand each client's personal experiences, beliefs, and worldview.
I am a psychologist with over 10 years of training in counselling psychology and a decade of clinical experience. I work with individuals, couples, and families in managing a variety of different concerns and difficulties; including, trauma, depression, anxiety, interpersonal challenges, self-esteem, perfectionism, family-of-origin difficulties, relationship problems, and identity development. I work collaboratively with my clients and provide emotional, and spiritual safety, by seeking to understand each client's personal experiences, beliefs, and worldview.
Sometimes life can feel very difficult and we are not quite sure why. Often times we are not how to make sense of our lives in a meaningful way and that can stop us from being who we truly are. Or maybe you have been through difficult times in your life that you are not quite sure how to overcome. These difficult experiences can get in the way of maintaining meaningful relationships, building trust or feeling at peace. Processing these events can take place at any age and can look different for each individual. The important part is that you feel genuinely seen and heard.
Sometimes life can feel very difficult and we are not quite sure why. Often times we are not how to make sense of our lives in a meaningful way and that can stop us from being who we truly are. Or maybe you have been through difficult times in your life that you are not quite sure how to overcome. These difficult experiences can get in the way of maintaining meaningful relationships, building trust or feeling at peace. Processing these events can take place at any age and can look different for each individual. The important part is that you feel genuinely seen and heard.
I wholeheartedly believe in our innate capacity to heal, and I am dedicated to support my clients in their healing journey. I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing since 2012. I specialize in treating trauma symptoms, anxiety and mood disorders, and I have advanced training in Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy. I have a special interest in supporting people with the grief and loss of transitioning out of fundamentalist/conservative faith communities.
I wholeheartedly believe in our innate capacity to heal, and I am dedicated to support my clients in their healing journey. I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing since 2012. I specialize in treating trauma symptoms, anxiety and mood disorders, and I have advanced training in Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy. I have a special interest in supporting people with the grief and loss of transitioning out of fundamentalist/conservative faith communities.
Heather Andrew
Registered Social Worker, BA , MSW, RCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6E
I strive to build meaningful therapeutic relationships based on compassion, empathy and trust. I specialize in therapy with children 10+, youth, and adults who are experiencing symptoms of trauma, grief and loss, anxiety and depression. I work collaboratively with clients and their support network to promote positive growth and change. I recognize that personal growth is challenging and can feel daunting at times. My goal is to create a safe, confidential environment to explore individual strengths, resiliencies and wisdom, and to guide clients on their journey toward healing.
I strive to build meaningful therapeutic relationships based on compassion, empathy and trust. I specialize in therapy with children 10+, youth, and adults who are experiencing symptoms of trauma, grief and loss, anxiety and depression. I work collaboratively with clients and their support network to promote positive growth and change. I recognize that personal growth is challenging and can feel daunting at times. My goal is to create a safe, confidential environment to explore individual strengths, resiliencies and wisdom, and to guide clients on their journey toward healing.
I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space for individuals facing challenges such as addiction, anxiety, life transitions, relationship concerns, and multicultural issues. Whether you're dealing with feelings of inadequacy, trust issues, infidelity recovery, or searching for purpose, I'm here to help you navigate your concerns.
I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space for individuals facing challenges such as addiction, anxiety, life transitions, relationship concerns, and multicultural issues. Whether you're dealing with feelings of inadequacy, trust issues, infidelity recovery, or searching for purpose, I'm here to help you navigate your concerns.
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How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behaviour therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.
Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioural, dialectical behaviour, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioural and dialectical behaviour therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.
Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.