Therapists in Edmonton, AB
I specialize in supporting teens and adults with life stressors, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship dynamics to improve their quality of life. Low cost, more comfortable email counselling is also available. I view counselling as a collaborative, empathetic, non-judgemental conversation that allows you to mindfully process your daily experiences while I bring forth clinical understandings. My interest in counselling stemmed from my own mental health struggles and hesitancy with counselling. As a result, sessions are real, good-humored, and focused on building client self-awareness and personalised coping strategies.
I specialize in supporting teens and adults with life stressors, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship dynamics to improve their quality of life. Low cost, more comfortable email counselling is also available. I view counselling as a collaborative, empathetic, non-judgemental conversation that allows you to mindfully process your daily experiences while I bring forth clinical understandings. My interest in counselling stemmed from my own mental health struggles and hesitancy with counselling. As a result, sessions are real, good-humored, and focused on building client self-awareness and personalised coping strategies.
Are you in a loop of self-blame, regret, or anxiety over how events in your life have gone or are going? Would those close to you say you "have it together" but, deep down, circumstances have left you feeling "not good enough"? Has the shame or disappointment eroded trust in your ability to make confident decisions about your relationships, your job, your life direction? I offer solution-focused strategies to address anxiety, PTSD, depression, self-doubt, & codependency. Regardless of how symptoms began, I help people get unstuck so they can engage with their values and live with more intention!
Are you in a loop of self-blame, regret, or anxiety over how events in your life have gone or are going? Would those close to you say you "have it together" but, deep down, circumstances have left you feeling "not good enough"? Has the shame or disappointment eroded trust in your ability to make confident decisions about your relationships, your job, your life direction? I offer solution-focused strategies to address anxiety, PTSD, depression, self-doubt, & codependency. Regardless of how symptoms began, I help people get unstuck so they can engage with their values and live with more intention!
Are you struggling with communication in your relationship, low desire, or sexual difficulties? Do you sometimes feel like nobody understands? Do you want to find a way to bring back that spark in your relationship? You are not alone! Empowering your sexuality and advocating for your sexual health and intimacy is what I see as so important and achievable! I hope to provide you with an opportunity to reclaim your sexuality in a safe, supportive, non-judgmental atmosphere where you're validated, empathized with and understood.
Are you struggling with communication in your relationship, low desire, or sexual difficulties? Do you sometimes feel like nobody understands? Do you want to find a way to bring back that spark in your relationship? You are not alone! Empowering your sexuality and advocating for your sexual health and intimacy is what I see as so important and achievable! I hope to provide you with an opportunity to reclaim your sexuality in a safe, supportive, non-judgmental atmosphere where you're validated, empathized with and understood.
My approach to therapy is rooted in the belief that healing occurs within a safe and trusting relationship, whether with oneself, one’s environment, or another person. I also believe that every client is an expert in their own experience. I, therefore, approach therapy from a strength-based perspective, aiming to build relationships with clients, understand their needs, help them set goals that align with their unique needs and personal strengths, and explore available solutions that lead us toward these therapeutic goals. As a Metis person, I am particularly sensitive to the needs of Indigenous people.
My approach to therapy is rooted in the belief that healing occurs within a safe and trusting relationship, whether with oneself, one’s environment, or another person. I also believe that every client is an expert in their own experience. I, therefore, approach therapy from a strength-based perspective, aiming to build relationships with clients, understand their needs, help them set goals that align with their unique needs and personal strengths, and explore available solutions that lead us toward these therapeutic goals. As a Metis person, I am particularly sensitive to the needs of Indigenous people.
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.
“We are relational beings" and we discover ourselves in our relationship to others. When these relationships don’t feel “secure”, we may feel alone or in pain, causing personal struggles to be more difficult. My experience in counselling those who face marital, family, and parenting struggles, offers ways to overcome the barriers that get in the way of reaching out to those you love. I offer my authenticity, a supportive place to reflect and discover new ways of viewing yourself, which leads to positive change.
“We are relational beings" and we discover ourselves in our relationship to others. When these relationships don’t feel “secure”, we may feel alone or in pain, causing personal struggles to be more difficult. My experience in counselling those who face marital, family, and parenting struggles, offers ways to overcome the barriers that get in the way of reaching out to those you love. I offer my authenticity, a supportive place to reflect and discover new ways of viewing yourself, which leads to positive change.
Welcome! I'm Alex - a therapist, mother, and lifelong Edmontonian who enjoys exploring both the wider world and our beautiful river valley. I specialize in working with individuals & couples, many of whom have been shaped by the burden of difficult family dynamics or past trauma (childhood, spiritual, etc.). The ways they've learned to cope - through relationships, habits or patterns - often no longer bring the relief they once did, and may even have harmful consequences. Together, we'll explore these patterns with compassion and curiosity, creating space for healing, growth, and more fulfilling connections with yourself & others.
Welcome! I'm Alex - a therapist, mother, and lifelong Edmontonian who enjoys exploring both the wider world and our beautiful river valley. I specialize in working with individuals & couples, many of whom have been shaped by the burden of difficult family dynamics or past trauma (childhood, spiritual, etc.). The ways they've learned to cope - through relationships, habits or patterns - often no longer bring the relief they once did, and may even have harmful consequences. Together, we'll explore these patterns with compassion and curiosity, creating space for healing, growth, and more fulfilling connections with yourself & others.
I am a Registered Psychologist with a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of Alberta. My approach to therapy emphasizes the importance of confronting our painful emotions and experiences from a place of safety, curiosity, and honesty. I work with individuals and couples. I also have a special interest in working with men. I believe that men are often under resourced when it comes to accessing, expressing, and understanding their emotions, often leading to painful, yet avoidable, experiences.
I am a Registered Psychologist with a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of Alberta. My approach to therapy emphasizes the importance of confronting our painful emotions and experiences from a place of safety, curiosity, and honesty. I work with individuals and couples. I also have a special interest in working with men. I believe that men are often under resourced when it comes to accessing, expressing, and understanding their emotions, often leading to painful, yet avoidable, experiences.
As a person-centered therapist, I am committed to helping you feel empowered to explore your thoughts and feelings. I believe in collaborating to identify your goals, explore challenges and develop skills for lasting change as you are the owner of your experiences. Life can often pose unexpected events that can be difficult to navigate but you don’t have to do it alone. You deserve to feel heard and supported to make meaningful steps forward.
In the past, I have taken on different professional roles which equipped me with the skills and knowledge in working with diverse needs and populations, including trauma-informed care.
As a person-centered therapist, I am committed to helping you feel empowered to explore your thoughts and feelings. I believe in collaborating to identify your goals, explore challenges and develop skills for lasting change as you are the owner of your experiences. Life can often pose unexpected events that can be difficult to navigate but you don’t have to do it alone. You deserve to feel heard and supported to make meaningful steps forward.
In the past, I have taken on different professional roles which equipped me with the skills and knowledge in working with diverse needs and populations, including trauma-informed care.
Empathy, compassion, trust, and safety shape the person-centered space that honors your unique experiences and stories. I will support you in leading your own change and healing, drawing on your inner strength as the expert of your own life. You will have a secure environment to explore concerns related to loss, grief, anxiety, and depression, including their impact on both complex and intergenerational trauma. Together, we will set goals that focus on your aspirations and desired outcomes.
Empathy, compassion, trust, and safety shape the person-centered space that honors your unique experiences and stories. I will support you in leading your own change and healing, drawing on your inner strength as the expert of your own life. You will have a secure environment to explore concerns related to loss, grief, anxiety, and depression, including their impact on both complex and intergenerational trauma. Together, we will set goals that focus on your aspirations and desired outcomes.
Whether we believe it or not, our lived experiences have created a core belief about ourselves and influences a core language we use to describe ourselves, which prevents us from being our authentic self or the desire to change. Here's a truth, you have permission. You have the permission to change, to grow, to develop, to advocate for what you need, create new habits and, to unlearn and learn again. The beauty in the journey is you don’t have to do it alone and I’m here to journey with you.
Whether we believe it or not, our lived experiences have created a core belief about ourselves and influences a core language we use to describe ourselves, which prevents us from being our authentic self or the desire to change. Here's a truth, you have permission. You have the permission to change, to grow, to develop, to advocate for what you need, create new habits and, to unlearn and learn again. The beauty in the journey is you don’t have to do it alone and I’m here to journey with you.
Cora McLachlan
Psychologist, RPsych, RCAT, MC:AT
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6E
Not accepting new clients
Do you feel stuck in a cycle of overwhelm and exhaustion, meeting other's needs, but nothing left over for yourself? If you've gone through life without much emotional support, you've may be meeting your needs by taking care of other people. You might feel guilty just thinking about doing something for yourself. If this sounds familiar, I'd love to hear from you. In my practice, I help people connect with their underlying needs, shift old patterns and build a more supported life.
Do you feel stuck in a cycle of overwhelm and exhaustion, meeting other's needs, but nothing left over for yourself? If you've gone through life without much emotional support, you've may be meeting your needs by taking care of other people. You might feel guilty just thinking about doing something for yourself. If this sounds familiar, I'd love to hear from you. In my practice, I help people connect with their underlying needs, shift old patterns and build a more supported life.
I believe counselling provides a unique opportunity to explore many facets of life. Through our work together, my hope is that you will come to know yourself better - your emotions, your needs, your values, and your goals, and that this will empower you to make meaningful change in your life.
I believe counselling provides a unique opportunity to explore many facets of life. Through our work together, my hope is that you will come to know yourself better - your emotions, your needs, your values, and your goals, and that this will empower you to make meaningful change in your life.
Feeling some type of way? Say, "Hey, JeeHye (G-Hey)!" Together, we can address your worries, low moods, sleep disturbances, work/school stress, struggle with confidence, experiences of being othered, difficulty with relationships, anger/resentment, lack of motivation, feelings of not wanting to be here, and more. If you have ever experienced trauma, I can help you understand how it has impacted you in hopes of changing any unhelpful ways you may have learned to protect yourself. My work is grounded in a commitment to social justice and inclusivity. I strive for a safe, non-judgmental space where you can share openly.
Feeling some type of way? Say, "Hey, JeeHye (G-Hey)!" Together, we can address your worries, low moods, sleep disturbances, work/school stress, struggle with confidence, experiences of being othered, difficulty with relationships, anger/resentment, lack of motivation, feelings of not wanting to be here, and more. If you have ever experienced trauma, I can help you understand how it has impacted you in hopes of changing any unhelpful ways you may have learned to protect yourself. My work is grounded in a commitment to social justice and inclusivity. I strive for a safe, non-judgmental space where you can share openly.
Hello! I would love to work with you to support you in overcoming whatever you might be struggling with. I work with youth, adults, and couples and 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 guidance, 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.
Hello! I would love to work with you to support you in overcoming whatever you might be struggling with. I work with youth, adults, and couples and 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 guidance, 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.
I'm a Ph.D.-level psychologist who is specialized with trauma-informed therapy. Through my work, I derive a massive amount of joy from seeing people (a) realizing that intergenerational trauma may be ending with them, (b) realizing that they are healing or unwinding from what they've been through, (c) realizing that they aren't "stuck in the past" anymore, (d) realizing that they like themselves "for the first time" in their lives, (e) realizing that they have never felt better, and last but not least, (f) realizing that they are getting excited about change ... especially when it wasn't imaginable just a short time ago.
I'm a Ph.D.-level psychologist who is specialized with trauma-informed therapy. Through my work, I derive a massive amount of joy from seeing people (a) realizing that intergenerational trauma may be ending with them, (b) realizing that they are healing or unwinding from what they've been through, (c) realizing that they aren't "stuck in the past" anymore, (d) realizing that they like themselves "for the first time" in their lives, (e) realizing that they have never felt better, and last but not least, (f) realizing that they are getting excited about change ... especially when it wasn't imaginable just a short time ago.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, or relationship issues? Do you feel like your past is holding you back from reaching your full potential? I am a trauma specialist and I am here to help. With over 30 years of experience in the mental health and addictions field, I specialize in supporting individuals on their journey toward healing and self-discovery. I take a client-centered, strength-based, anti-oppressive, trauma-informed approach. Through this lens, we explore the underlying trauma and behavior patterns that may be keeping you from living your fullest life.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, or relationship issues? Do you feel like your past is holding you back from reaching your full potential? I am a trauma specialist and I am here to help. With over 30 years of experience in the mental health and addictions field, I specialize in supporting individuals on their journey toward healing and self-discovery. I take a client-centered, strength-based, anti-oppressive, trauma-informed approach. Through this lens, we explore the underlying trauma and behavior patterns that may be keeping you from living your fullest life.
Sometimes, no matter how much effort you put in, it feels like you’re stuck. You keep doing what you’re supposed to do, but nothing really changes—and that can be frustrating and exhausting. You might feel uncertain, drained, or unsure of what to do next. Still, there might be a small part of you that thinks things don’t have to stay this way. That life could feel a bit lighter, that you could feel more sure of yourself, more connected, more at ease in your own skin. Change doesn’t happen overnight, but it’s possible. And you don’t have to work it out on your own.
Sometimes, no matter how much effort you put in, it feels like you’re stuck. You keep doing what you’re supposed to do, but nothing really changes—and that can be frustrating and exhausting. You might feel uncertain, drained, or unsure of what to do next. Still, there might be a small part of you that thinks things don’t have to stay this way. That life could feel a bit lighter, that you could feel more sure of yourself, more connected, more at ease in your own skin. Change doesn’t happen overnight, but it’s possible. And you don’t have to work it out on your own.
I work with children and teens to support emotional, social, and academic growth. My approach is neurodiversity-affirming, LGBTQ+ affirming, and tailored to each child’s needs.
Areas of Support:
ADHD & Autism
School anxiety, avoidance, and academic stress
Anxiety, depression, self-harm
Social skills, confidence, communication
Family dynamics, parent-child relationships
Identity, gender, sexual, and body image concerns
Play-based therapy
I work with children and teens to support emotional, social, and academic growth. My approach is neurodiversity-affirming, LGBTQ+ affirming, and tailored to each child’s needs.
Areas of Support:
ADHD & Autism
School anxiety, avoidance, and academic stress
Anxiety, depression, self-harm
Social skills, confidence, communication
Family dynamics, parent-child relationships
Identity, gender, sexual, and body image concerns
Play-based therapy
I have a passion to work with people who have experienced Trauma, depression, Anxiety, other mental health concerns. I am happy to work with individuals and couples in their journey to heal and thrive.
I have a passion to work with people who have experienced Trauma, depression, Anxiety, other mental health concerns. I am happy to work with individuals and couples in their journey to heal and thrive.
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Number of Counsellors in Edmonton, AB
1,000+
Average cost per session
$220
Counsellors in Edmonton, AB who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 79% | Self Esteem |
| 78% | Relationship Issues |
| 77% | Stress |
| 75% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 69% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 75% | Alberta Blue Cross |
| 67% | Green Shield Canada |
| 65% | Canada Life | Great-West Life |
How Counsellors in Edmonton, AB see their clients
| 82% | In Person and Online | |
| 18% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 80% | Female | |
| 18% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |