Transgender Therapists in Edmonton, AB
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Tamara D. Gartner
Psychologist, RSW, MA, RPsych
Verified
I excel at assisting clients with
gender dysphoria
/identity/sexual orientation.
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/changes within their lives (i.e.,
gender dysphoria
/identity, sexual orientation, anxiety, depression, internalized homophobia/transphobia, coming to terms/coming out, trauma, self-harming, suicidal ideation).
Clare Acheson
Psychologist, MC
Verified
I am a registered provisional 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.
Sam Leibel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RSW, MSW
Verified
I am specialized in supporting people to navigate
gender dysphoria
and can prepare Hormone Readiness Assessments.
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. As a clinician, I am passionate about supporting you to live an authentic and fulfilling life. You are my ideal client if you are ready to engage in therapy to help you to move forward from traumatic experiences or events, pursue transition, or develop new coping skills.
Newlife Psychology - Sex Therapy / Sexual Health
Counsellor, PhD, CSAT-S, CCPCPR
Verified
Our team of Social Workers, Psychologists and Masters Level Counsellors specialize in the online treatment of intimacy disorders and all area's of human sexuality / clinical sexology; including sex addiction, sex therapy and
transgender
care. Therapy is available exclusively through a confidential, secure online format located across North America.
Rohan Ishaan Parikh
Counsellor, MC
Verified
I am a queer therapist, and I specialize in collaborative care, trauma work, and healing through storytelling. I work with youth, young adults, couples, families and groups. I practice through a narrative lens and I am also certified in EMDR. I am also experienced in facilitation and mediation for workplaces and community organizations.
Selena Arcovio
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MACP, PHEc
Verified
Accepting Clients to Waitlist for August - You feel overwhelmed and defeated. No matter how hard you try, you feel like you are never 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 show up in many aspects of your life - how you relate to your body, your relationships, your career, and your overall identity. 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 more authentically.
Insight Psychological Inc.
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych, DST, CS, NCCE
Verified
Cory's philosophy and approach to therapy is based on a client centered approach with a systemic and cognitive behavioural style allowing for good connection between the client and therapist while being active and focused on making effective change in the areas needed.
The benefits of working with Cory include gaining from the many aspects of insight, leading to greater awareness and culminating in effective action through teaching, learning, hands on activities or homework.
Working with Cory will be in a confidential, safe, caring atmosphere as he has a genuine interest in the health and happiness of those he sees.
Brittany Budzan
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified
Humans are social beings - we're not meant to suffer alone. My goal is to create a warm and safe environment, and provide my clients with the space to explore both their unique challenges as well as difficult experiences we all share. My hope is that my clients leave therapy feeling understood, self-compassionate, and resilient.
Christina Larsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW
Verified
My work with people is rooted in the belief that we all have the strength and wisdom within ourselves to make the changes we wish to see. Within the context of a safe and meaningful therapeutic relationship, new ways of being can emerge. By working collaboratively with you at your own pace, I can assist you in expanding your self-awareness and changing the maladaptive beliefs or behaviours that are getting in the way of living the life that you want.
Jan-Marie Chrzanowski
Psychologist, MC, RPsych
Verified
As a registered psychologist, I am passionate about working with children, youth, adults and their families. I support clients in their unique journeys of self-discovery, helping them to further develop their emotional, social and coping skills and self-esteem. I support families in developing their relationships, and assist parents/caregivers in adapting their parenting styles to the unique needs of each child.
Kristy Harcourt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified
I'm a good fit for people who are seeking an affirming space that also pushes you to your next step. For people building the lives they want or considering taking steps in their lives - coming out, being authentic, sharing information with family members, improving your relationships, building your community. Many of my clients have connections to LGBTQ and two-spirit communities and issues. You have the wisdom of your own experience. As a therapist I am a safe partner in gaining confidence, stating your needs and working towards your goals.
Corinne Frechette
Psychologist, BA, MA, RPsych
Verified
I believe the quality of the therapeutic relationship is crucial to the effectiveness of psychotherapy. My goal as therapist is to establish a relationship with my client that will allow me to effectively understand them in a nonjudgmental way and challenge them to grow and gain new perspective. I seek to be emotionally present, authentic, respectful, open, honest, and deeply empathic. In building on my client's existing inner strengths, they are empowered to seek and make the changes needed to live full and satisfying lives.
Sam Summit Counselling
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC
Verified
My intention is to create a nurturing and supportive space for you to grow and change - at a pace that feels right for you, in order to meet your goals. I believe in meeting you where you are at and honouring your existing wisdom and experiences while creating new possibilities for your future through the power of connection, acceptance, genuineness, congruence, accountability, and hopefulness. These are principles I strive to embody as a counsellor – I also hope to encourage them in my clients as tools for positive change. I take a person-centred, experiential, and holistic approach to counselling.
Koreen Martfeld
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Providing profession, experienced, and caring psychological services to meet your needs. I am a Registered Psychologist who specializes in psychoeducational assessments, parenting/forensic assessments (section 7/8), and PTSD/veterans affairs assessments. I also conduct therapy with adolescents, adults, couples, and families with complex needs. I am comfortable working with sexual health, sexual orientation, and gender identity concerns.
Michelle R. Gartner-Mall
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified
At times anxiety, depression and/or trauma may impede an individual's natural ability to cope. I believe when a safe and supportive environment is created, individuals may openly explore their struggles and find healthier ways of coping. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families with disabilities, neurodevelopmental disorders, and brain injury/stroke. For the past four years I have specialized in supporting sexual and gender minority children, youth, and families.
Whitney Bryant
Psychologist, BHSc, MEd, RPsych
Verified
Nice to meet you. I see and honour all the layers of identity you bring forth. Do you feel lost or disconnected from yourself? Would you like to take steps to live a more authentic life? Do you want others to get to know the real you? Maybe you are wanting out of the closet, out of the shadows, or to have a space to explore your identity, sexuality or relationships. You might also be looking for a gender affirming therapist to support your journey as you begin or continue your transition. I take a holistic and anti-oppressive approach to mental health, and believe we all have the potential to grow, rewire our brains and heal.
Bryna Andressen
Counsellor, MA, CCC
Verified
I work with clients ages 14 and up, online and in-person. I welcome your whole self in our sessions, including intersectional identities, contradictions, uncertainty, and tender feelings. I also welcome people who are hesitant about seeing a counsellor, or who’ve had difficult experiences accessing mental health support in the past. My aim is for our sessions to be an empowering experience for you. My practice is influenced by creativity and the arts, and I seek to accompany people in healing according to their own values, and through experiences of dignity and possibility.
Maddalena Genovese
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified
Stress can impact the whole person and trauma can turn one's world upside down. Sexual and physical assault, combat, or serious accidents are all examples of traumatic events that can cause an array of distressing symptoms. Anxiety, depression, flashbacks, nightmares along with nausea, and chronic muscle tension are common. I specialize in the treatment of trauma and PTSD and I can help you learn new ways of managing stressful memories and feelings. My experience working with combat veterans and survivors of recent and childhood sexual abuse also provides much needed insight and sensibility into these matters.
Mohammad Hasan
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, ICADC, CCAC, MBBS
Verified
Are you or a loved one struggling with mental health and addictions issues? Perhaps self harm or suicidal thoughts? Need a safe space to work through your gender & sexuality or history of trauma? A parent or an adult child fighting to be understood? I've helped thousands like you as a Mental Health and Addictions Counsellor for the past 20 years, and as a first-gen immigrant parent that understands intergenerational and systemic challenges. I'm trained in many evidence-based treatment modalities (DBT, Mindfulness, ACT, Grief & Loss) but it is my relatable approach that brings ease to clients wary of taking the first step.
Amanda de Guerre
Psychologist, PhD, MA, RPsych
Verified
Often the clients I work with struggle with complex mental health and problematic behaviours that impact their daily functioning. I provide therapy for Food Addiction, Disordered Eating Behaviours, Depression & Anxiety, Trauma & PTSD, Substance Addiction and many other concerns. In therapy, you will learn skills to manage times of distress, gain more control over your emotions, and build relationship skills. Specific overarching therapy goals focus on gaining control over negative thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that impact daily life.
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Transgender Counsellors
We should make clear that not all the counsellors listed here are transgender themselves. Rather, they specialise in helping with aspects of being transgender in Edmonton and transgender identity. They help with trans life and trans relationships.
If you're transgender or are looking for help with transgender issues in Edmonton or for an Edmonton transgender counsellor these professionals provide transgender counselling and transgender friendly care.
Transgender people in Edmonton may meet the criteria for a diagnosis of gender dysphoria (historically called gender identity disorder (GID)) "only if being transgender causes distress or disability." This distress is referred to as gender dysphoria.
The professionals listed here include transgender friendly counselors in Edmonton, transgender friendly counsellors in Edmonton, transgender friendly psychologists, and transgender friendly therapists.
Counselling for transgender issues in Edmonton can help those living a transgendered life or transgender relationship; or family members coming to understand the life of their transgender child or sibling.
If you're transgender or are looking for help with transgender issues in Edmonton or for an Edmonton transgender counsellor these professionals provide transgender counselling and transgender friendly care.
Transgender people in Edmonton may meet the criteria for a diagnosis of gender dysphoria (historically called gender identity disorder (GID)) "only if being transgender causes distress or disability." This distress is referred to as gender dysphoria.
The professionals listed here include transgender friendly counselors in Edmonton, transgender friendly counsellors in Edmonton, transgender friendly psychologists, and transgender friendly therapists.
Counselling for transgender issues in Edmonton can help those living a transgendered life or transgender relationship; or family members coming to understand the life of their transgender child or sibling.