Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) Therapists in Edmonton, AB
Elaine Chan
Occupational Therapist, BSc, MOT, RCT
2 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5P
Waitlist for new clients
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.
Are you a parent of a neurodiverse child seeking support? Do you feel frustrated by cultural shock, adapting to a new reality, or navigating family or workplace turmoil? Are depression, anxiety, mood swings, or anger challenges on your plate? Is your child struggling socially or academically? Are you? Do you crave being heard, accepted, and supported? Are you ready to maximize your strengths while learning to accommodate the areas of need? Would you like to master the dance of interpersonal communication using your emotions as a compass in navigating your relationships? Will you explore your past and present to design your future?
Are you a parent of a neurodiverse child seeking support? Do you feel frustrated by cultural shock, adapting to a new reality, or navigating family or workplace turmoil? Are depression, anxiety, mood swings, or anger challenges on your plate? Is your child struggling socially or academically? Are you? Do you crave being heard, accepted, and supported? Are you ready to maximize your strengths while learning to accommodate the areas of need? Would you like to master the dance of interpersonal communication using your emotions as a compass in navigating your relationships? Will you explore your past and present to design your future?
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.
Life can feel overwhelming when you’re constantly pushing to meet the high expectations you set for yourself. You might look like you’ve got it together, but deep down, there’s always this nagging feeling that you’ll never be good enough. It can feel like you’re trapped in an exhausting cycle of self-doubt, overthinking, self-criticism, and continually taking on more than you can handle because it feels all but impossible to say no. The weight of it all is paralyzing and leaves you feeling stuck and disconnected from the life you thought you’d be living by now.
Life can feel overwhelming when you’re constantly pushing to meet the high expectations you set for yourself. You might look like you’ve got it together, but deep down, there’s always this nagging feeling that you’ll never be good enough. It can feel like you’re trapped in an exhausting cycle of self-doubt, overthinking, self-criticism, and continually taking on more than you can handle because it feels all but impossible to say no. The weight of it all is paralyzing and leaves you feeling stuck and disconnected from the life you thought you’d be living by now.
I have worked with - but am not limited to working with – individuals suffering from depression and/or anxiety; parents of neurodiverse children; young adults and adults navigating life transitions; those who are grieving – whether it is a loss of a loved one, lost sense of self, or a path never taken. I am not booking child and/or teen clients under the age of sixteen at this time.
I have worked with - but am not limited to working with – individuals suffering from depression and/or anxiety; parents of neurodiverse children; young adults and adults navigating life transitions; those who are grieving – whether it is a loss of a loved one, lost sense of self, or a path never taken. I am not booking child and/or teen clients under the age of sixteen at this time.
Hello, and welcome.
I’m a Registered Psychologist offering both in-person services in Edmonton and virtual sessions across Alberta. I work with children (ages 2+), teens, and adults, and I am honoured to support clients at all stages of life.
I use a fully equipped Play Therapy space at my practice, Oak & Acorn Therapy (north/central Edmonton) and Sagacious Counselling (south Edmonton), allowing me to work with children and families in meaningful ways. Trauma is a core area of focus in my work. I draw from evidence-based approaches including Play Therapy, EMDR (and am a EMDR-Child Specialist), CBT, and an attachment-based lens.
Hello, and welcome.
I’m a Registered Psychologist offering both in-person services in Edmonton and virtual sessions across Alberta. I work with children (ages 2+), teens, and adults, and I am honoured to support clients at all stages of life.
I use a fully equipped Play Therapy space at my practice, Oak & Acorn Therapy (north/central Edmonton) and Sagacious Counselling (south Edmonton), allowing me to work with children and families in meaningful ways. Trauma is a core area of focus in my work. I draw from evidence-based approaches including Play Therapy, EMDR (and am a EMDR-Child Specialist), CBT, and an attachment-based lens.
If you’ve been facing life’s challenges on your own and feel overwhelmed, isolated, or unsure how to move forward, I'm here to support you. I have a special interest in working with clients recovering from trauma, including experiences of abuse, sexual violence, childhood abuse, and more. I also work with clients facing anxiety, depression, issues with self-confidence, and burnout - helping them find steadiness, confidence, and renewed energy for life. Together we can work towards empowering you to thrive.
If you’ve been facing life’s challenges on your own and feel overwhelmed, isolated, or unsure how to move forward, I'm here to support you. I have a special interest in working with clients recovering from trauma, including experiences of abuse, sexual violence, childhood abuse, and more. I also work with clients facing anxiety, depression, issues with self-confidence, and burnout - helping them find steadiness, confidence, and renewed energy for life. Together we can work towards empowering you to thrive.
OCD and Anxiety Clinic of Alberta -
Psychologist, C Psych, RP, IOCDF, ERPcert, CBTcert
6 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6T
I have dedicated my life practice to helping those who have Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and complex anxiety issues. Originally based out of Ontario, I am now supporting Alberta! I am passionate about seeing progress with those that I work with and will go the extra mile to make sure that my patients continue to strive and make way through their OCD. I help each patient by tailoring a specific program for them and work with them side by side to make sure that they build on their progress as we move through treatment. I come with a lighthearted attitude and try to make the therapy experience as comfortable and easy as possible.
I have dedicated my life practice to helping those who have Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and complex anxiety issues. Originally based out of Ontario, I am now supporting Alberta! I am passionate about seeing progress with those that I work with and will go the extra mile to make sure that my patients continue to strive and make way through their OCD. I help each patient by tailoring a specific program for them and work with them side by side to make sure that they build on their progress as we move through treatment. I come with a lighthearted attitude and try to make the therapy experience as comfortable and easy as possible.
My name is Lisa Burden, and I am a Registered 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.
My name is Lisa Burden, and I am a Registered 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.
I also have expertise in completing adult ADHD assessments, assessments for Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) for Veterans and members of the CAF and RCMP, and psychodiagnostic (mental health) assessments for adolescents and adults.
I utilize treatments demonstrated through research to be effective, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (EX/RP) for OCD, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for PTSD, and Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE).
I also have expertise in completing adult ADHD assessments, assessments for Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) for Veterans and members of the CAF and RCMP, and psychodiagnostic (mental health) assessments for adolescents and adults.
I utilize treatments demonstrated through research to be effective, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (EX/RP) for OCD, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for PTSD, and Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE).
Choosing to embark on a therapeutic journey is no minor step. It demands a mix of emotions, time, and finance. More than anything, however, it requires courage. When someone musters the strength to seek help, it's not merely for the sake of talking. They are looking for a professional who is fully invested in their wellbeing.I deeply believe in the inherent potential every individual possesses to effect positive change in their lives. My mission is to equip you with the skills and tools necessary to realize that change. My focus is on adults, including (but not limited to) Veterans, First Responders, and those recovering from MVA.
Choosing to embark on a therapeutic journey is no minor step. It demands a mix of emotions, time, and finance. More than anything, however, it requires courage. When someone musters the strength to seek help, it's not merely for the sake of talking. They are looking for a professional who is fully invested in their wellbeing.I deeply believe in the inherent potential every individual possesses to effect positive change in their lives. My mission is to equip you with the skills and tools necessary to realize that change. My focus is on adults, including (but not limited to) Veterans, First Responders, and those recovering from MVA.
Struggling with your mental health is hard. Accessing support shouldn't be.
Whether you’re navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, relationships, or just feeling stuck, you don’t have to go through it alone. With in-person studios and a virtual platform, DiveThru is here to support you through every step of your mental health journey.
Struggling with your mental health is hard. Accessing support shouldn't be.
Whether you’re navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, relationships, or just feeling stuck, you don’t have to go through it alone. With in-person studios and a virtual platform, DiveThru is here to support you through every step of your mental health journey.
Struggling in silence? Do you wake up feeling drained, wishing you could stay in bed, questioning the purpose of it all? Do you feel trapped, lonely, overwhelmed, stressed, or disconnected from others? Do thoughts like "I'm not good enough," "I'm a failure," or "I don't matter" run through your mind? Is it hard to focus or find joy in activities that once brought you happiness? Are painful memories from childhood, a recent loss, or a traumatic event affecting your ability to manage daily life? Are these thoughts and feelings affecting your personal relationships? Living and "adulting" is hard. Lets work together to make sense of it.
Struggling in silence? Do you wake up feeling drained, wishing you could stay in bed, questioning the purpose of it all? Do you feel trapped, lonely, overwhelmed, stressed, or disconnected from others? Do thoughts like "I'm not good enough," "I'm a failure," or "I don't matter" run through your mind? Is it hard to focus or find joy in activities that once brought you happiness? Are painful memories from childhood, a recent loss, or a traumatic event affecting your ability to manage daily life? Are these thoughts and feelings affecting your personal relationships? Living and "adulting" is hard. Lets work together to make sense of it.
If you are hoping to find an experienced, highly skilled, and ethical psychologist who brings a practical perspective into sessions (along with a dash of sarcasm and dark humour), then your search might be over! While I provide time/space for you to explore your experiences, I am also directive to help you gain traction in your life in a timely manner.
The majority of my training has been in cognitive behavioral therapies (i.e. CBT and REBT). I also have training in Emotion-Focused Therapy, EMDR, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, and CBT for Insomnia (CBT-I). I select treatments based on what will be most helpful for you.
If you are hoping to find an experienced, highly skilled, and ethical psychologist who brings a practical perspective into sessions (along with a dash of sarcasm and dark humour), then your search might be over! While I provide time/space for you to explore your experiences, I am also directive to help you gain traction in your life in a timely manner.
The majority of my training has been in cognitive behavioral therapies (i.e. CBT and REBT). I also have training in Emotion-Focused Therapy, EMDR, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, and CBT for Insomnia (CBT-I). I select treatments based on what will be most helpful for you.
Morgan Bissegger
Psychologist, MC, RPT-S, CPT-S
7 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5H
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! I am a Registered Psychologist and Registered Play Therapy Supervisor, passionate about supporting children, youth, and parents during times of challenge. I feel that there is a great capacity for growth within the moments that feel the hardest. I am well-versed in working with children and youth who have experienced trauma, and supporting parents/caregivers in responding to behaviours associated with such experiences. I believe that while mental health challenges in childhood and adolescence can be impactful, early intervention can have a positive impact on long term development.
Hello! I am a Registered Psychologist and Registered Play Therapy Supervisor, passionate about supporting children, youth, and parents during times of challenge. I feel that there is a great capacity for growth within the moments that feel the hardest. I am well-versed in working with children and youth who have experienced trauma, and supporting parents/caregivers in responding to behaviours associated with such experiences. I believe that while mental health challenges in childhood and adolescence can be impactful, early intervention can have a positive impact on long term development.
I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist at Manor Clinic with a Master of Arts and a Post-Master’s Certificate in Counselling Psychology. I have advanced training in EMDR for adults and children, Sand Play Therapy, trauma-focused care, CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based approaches. With over ten years of experience, I support children, adolescents, adults, and couples. My work is culturally responsive, with a passion for supporting diverse cultural and Indigenous backgrounds. I integrate evidence-based therapies to build resilience, improve emotional regulation, and support meaningful growth and healing.
I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist at Manor Clinic with a Master of Arts and a Post-Master’s Certificate in Counselling Psychology. I have advanced training in EMDR for adults and children, Sand Play Therapy, trauma-focused care, CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based approaches. With over ten years of experience, I support children, adolescents, adults, and couples. My work is culturally responsive, with a passion for supporting diverse cultural and Indigenous backgrounds. I integrate evidence-based therapies to build resilience, improve emotional regulation, and support meaningful growth and healing.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, lost and struggling with a lack of meaning in life? I am here to support you. I will work collaboratively with you to reduce troubling symptoms and help you regain a sense of purpose and connection. I predominately work with clients who have experienced trauma, in addition to other concerns such as PTSD, anxiety, addiction, depression and body image issues. I have experience working with people from various ethnic backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples and immigrants, struggling with complex trauma and loss of culture.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, lost and struggling with a lack of meaning in life? I am here to support you. I will work collaboratively with you to reduce troubling symptoms and help you regain a sense of purpose and connection. I predominately work with clients who have experienced trauma, in addition to other concerns such as PTSD, anxiety, addiction, depression and body image issues. I have experience working with people from various ethnic backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples and immigrants, struggling with complex trauma and loss of culture.
Hi, I’m Jacelyn, a client-centered psychologist who believes in the power of connection and relationship as the foundation for healing. Many of the people I work with are overwhelmed parents, anxious women, adolescents, and adults who feel stuck, burned out, or emotionally flooded by the demands of everyday life. You may find yourself constantly second-guessing yourself, caught in negative thought patterns, or feeling as though your nervous system is always in fight-or-flight mode. If things feel harder than they “should,” I want you to know you’re not alone—and you’re not broken.
Hi, I’m Jacelyn, a client-centered psychologist who believes in the power of connection and relationship as the foundation for healing. Many of the people I work with are overwhelmed parents, anxious women, adolescents, and adults who feel stuck, burned out, or emotionally flooded by the demands of everyday life. You may find yourself constantly second-guessing yourself, caught in negative thought patterns, or feeling as though your nervous system is always in fight-or-flight mode. If things feel harder than they “should,” I want you to know you’re not alone—and you’re not broken.
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. Maybe you’re feeling stuck, as if there aren't enough words to describe everything you’re feeling. Perhaps you’ve noticed that your capacity for day-to-day life just isn’t what it once was. Or maybe you’ve been reflecting on your life experiences and want a place to safely examine the collection of joyful and difficult things you’ve been through. I work with individuals who are seeking to connect more deeply to themselves and others. This often includes helping people to navigate shame, anxiety, negative views of self, relationship challenges, and the impacts of sexual violence and other traumas.
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. Maybe you’re feeling stuck, as if there aren't enough words to describe everything you’re feeling. Perhaps you’ve noticed that your capacity for day-to-day life just isn’t what it once was. Or maybe you’ve been reflecting on your life experiences and want a place to safely examine the collection of joyful and difficult things you’ve been through. I work with individuals who are seeking to connect more deeply to themselves and others. This often includes helping people to navigate shame, anxiety, negative views of self, relationship challenges, and the impacts of sexual violence and other traumas.
Welcome! I'm Jessica, a big sports fan, music lover, and mother to three busy boys, including twins. As a therapist, I support clients who may be struggling to cope with the stressors of everyday life, navigate life transitions, manage relationship issues, move through grief and loss, cope with occupational stress, or process unresolved trauma. I work with adults, couples, as well as families, and specialize in therapy for first responder, public safety personnel, perinatal (pregnancy/postpartum), military, veteran, and healthcare/frontline populations.
Welcome! I'm Jessica, a big sports fan, music lover, and mother to three busy boys, including twins. As a therapist, I support clients who may be struggling to cope with the stressors of everyday life, navigate life transitions, manage relationship issues, move through grief and loss, cope with occupational stress, or process unresolved trauma. I work with adults, couples, as well as families, and specialize in therapy for first responder, public safety personnel, perinatal (pregnancy/postpartum), military, veteran, and healthcare/frontline populations.
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