Therapists for Children in Nisku, AB
I offer space where people can feel seen, supported, and reconnected with themselves. I work with those who carry a lot, including people who often appear high-functioning while feeling overwhelmed or untethered beneath the surface. I meet clients where they are and foster space for reflection, clarity, and self-understanding to emerge. I bring both clinical training and lived experience to this work, especially in supporting trauma, anxiety, burnout, grief, and life transitions. My style is intuitive, collaborative, and respectful, with room for nuance and the occasional laugh.
I offer space where people can feel seen, supported, and reconnected with themselves. I work with those who carry a lot, including people who often appear high-functioning while feeling overwhelmed or untethered beneath the surface. I meet clients where they are and foster space for reflection, clarity, and self-understanding to emerge. I bring both clinical training and lived experience to this work, especially in supporting trauma, anxiety, burnout, grief, and life transitions. My style is intuitive, collaborative, and respectful, with room for nuance and the occasional laugh.
My passion in working with children and being a lifelong animal lover led me to becoming a Registered Psychologist and Registered Play Therapist.
I primarily use animal-assisted therapy (dog/horses/cats/goats/sheep/chickens/etc), play therapy, somatic experiencing (SE), EMDR, Polyvagal Theory, and other modalities, to support all ages to thrive (not just survive) in their lives. I offer both in person and online sessions, to allow flexibility in attending sessions if you cannot leave your home.
My passion in working with children and being a lifelong animal lover led me to becoming a Registered Psychologist and Registered Play Therapist.
I primarily use animal-assisted therapy (dog/horses/cats/goats/sheep/chickens/etc), play therapy, somatic experiencing (SE), EMDR, Polyvagal Theory, and other modalities, to support all ages to thrive (not just survive) in their lives. I offer both in person and online sessions, to allow flexibility in attending sessions if you cannot leave your home.
For the past 14 years, I have worked extensively with children, youth, and families experiencing crisis in their lives.
In my practice, I use a blend of approaches, including EMDR, CBT, solution-focused, strengths-based, and narrative, but will tailor each session to meet your individual needs. I am FNIHB provider.
For the past 14 years, I have worked extensively with children, youth, and families experiencing crisis in their lives.
In my practice, I use a blend of approaches, including EMDR, CBT, solution-focused, strengths-based, and narrative, but will tailor each session to meet your individual needs. I am FNIHB provider.
I work with clients who are dealing with grief, parenting issues, attachment, ( children and adults), relationship struggles, anxiety and life transitions through a Christian lens.
If you are a healthy, (usually) high-functioning individual, struggling with your current life situation, you have come to the right place. Whether you are working through grief, parenting struggles, transitions in work or relationships, life can sometimes take a turn that will derail you in an unexpected way. Your struggle may be a stand-alone situation or it could be an unexpected reminder of an earlier life experience.
I work with clients who are dealing with grief, parenting issues, attachment, ( children and adults), relationship struggles, anxiety and life transitions through a Christian lens.
If you are a healthy, (usually) high-functioning individual, struggling with your current life situation, you have come to the right place. Whether you are working through grief, parenting struggles, transitions in work or relationships, life can sometimes take a turn that will derail you in an unexpected way. Your struggle may be a stand-alone situation or it could be an unexpected reminder of an earlier life experience.
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Many people struggle with self-doubt, relationship challenges, stress, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. Therapy can offer a supportive space to better understand yourself, heal from past experiences, and move toward a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
I believe that through self-awareness, self-compassion, and a deeper understanding of the beliefs we carry, lasting change becomes possible. Together, we can explore how past experiences may be impacting your relationships, confidence, emotional wellbeing, and sense of purpose — while helping you reconnect with your strengths and inner resilience.
Many people struggle with self-doubt, relationship challenges, stress, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. Therapy can offer a supportive space to better understand yourself, heal from past experiences, and move toward a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
I believe that through self-awareness, self-compassion, and a deeper understanding of the beliefs we carry, lasting change becomes possible. Together, we can explore how past experiences may be impacting your relationships, confidence, emotional wellbeing, and sense of purpose — while helping you reconnect with your strengths and inner resilience.
Currently, I provide therapy to children, teens, adults, and families, and clinical diagnostic assessment for adults.
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.
Currently, I provide therapy to children, teens, adults, and families, and clinical diagnostic assessment for adults.
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.
My experience is that we all deal with difficulties in our lives, perhaps one of the most damaging messages we receive early on is that we need to do it all alone and it's defeating feeling stuck and not knowing where to start. There's a pressure to change and do things differently, and succeed at everything, but as a person you live in a context that contributes to the problems you're facing. Change is hard and it happens through experimenting, failing and learning and it helps when gentle support and acceptance is present.
My experience is that we all deal with difficulties in our lives, perhaps one of the most damaging messages we receive early on is that we need to do it all alone and it's defeating feeling stuck and not knowing where to start. There's a pressure to change and do things differently, and succeed at everything, but as a person you live in a context that contributes to the problems you're facing. Change is hard and it happens through experimenting, failing and learning and it helps when gentle support and acceptance is present.
The people I work with are experts in their own lives yet they feel misaligned. You may be noticing that a version of yourself that once worked no longer fits, and you want to feel good about who you are. My work is grounded in a narrative approach, helping you make sense of patterns, past experiences, and turning points. As a queer, mixed-race therapist, I understand the importance of a safe space for you to be your authentic self in your story. I can use a variety of tools that suit your needs, such as integrating music, books, art, or games, like D&D-style roleplay activities. Our therapy space reflects your rich inner world.
The people I work with are experts in their own lives yet they feel misaligned. You may be noticing that a version of yourself that once worked no longer fits, and you want to feel good about who you are. My work is grounded in a narrative approach, helping you make sense of patterns, past experiences, and turning points. As a queer, mixed-race therapist, I understand the importance of a safe space for you to be your authentic self in your story. I can use a variety of tools that suit your needs, such as integrating music, books, art, or games, like D&D-style roleplay activities. Our therapy space reflects your rich inner world.
She provides counselling services to adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families.
Claudia is dedicated to fostering a caring, trusting, and supportive environment where clients feel safe to explore their concerns and challenges. She recognizes that each person is the expert in their own life and works collaboratively to support self-discovery and healing. Using an integrative approach, Claudia tailors therapy to each individual’s values, experiences, and goals.
She provides counselling services to adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families.
Claudia is dedicated to fostering a caring, trusting, and supportive environment where clients feel safe to explore their concerns and challenges. She recognizes that each person is the expert in their own life and works collaboratively to support self-discovery and healing. Using an integrative approach, Claudia tailors therapy to each individual’s values, experiences, and goals.
Angelique Linares Rodriguez
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC
4 Endorsed
Sherwood Park, AB T8A
You may be reaching out because something feels overwhelming or unmanageable, whether your child is struggling with behaviour, emotions, school challenges, ADHD, autism related concerns, or you are feeling unsure how to support them while managing daily responsibilities.
I use developmentally appropriate methods when working with children and adults, parents and families in building understanding and practical strategies. Together, we focus on strengthening coping skills, improving emotional regulation, and supporting meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you or your family.
You may be reaching out because something feels overwhelming or unmanageable, whether your child is struggling with behaviour, emotions, school challenges, ADHD, autism related concerns, or you are feeling unsure how to support them while managing daily responsibilities.
I use developmentally appropriate methods when working with children and adults, parents and families in building understanding and practical strategies. Together, we focus on strengthening coping skills, improving emotional regulation, and supporting meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you or your family.
I work with adults, youth, children, couples and families.
Having experienced therapy myself, I fully appreciate the courage and vulnerability it takes to engage in counselling. I also believe in the importance of providing safe, neuro-divergent friendly, LGBTQIA2S+ affirming, and trauma-informed spaces for healing. I am trained in somatic and Trauma-focused CBT to help children, adults and families process trauma.
I work with adults, youth, children, couples and families.
Having experienced therapy myself, I fully appreciate the courage and vulnerability it takes to engage in counselling. I also believe in the importance of providing safe, neuro-divergent friendly, LGBTQIA2S+ affirming, and trauma-informed spaces for healing. I am trained in somatic and Trauma-focused CBT to help children, adults and families process trauma.
Specialization working with Public Safety Personnel: Firefighters, Corrections Officers, Paramedics, Police Officers, RCMP, Military & Veterans— Do you want someone to talk to, debrief with or process experiences? I provide comprehensive services. I can diagnose mental health disorders. I can treat addiction, trauma, acute psychological injury, PTSD and many other conditions. I do EMDR, Cognitive Therapy, and much more. I have first hand experience that helps me understand the nature of your work. I’m committed to helping you navigate the effects of cumulative stress to help you improve your wellbeing.
Specialization working with Public Safety Personnel: Firefighters, Corrections Officers, Paramedics, Police Officers, RCMP, Military & Veterans— Do you want someone to talk to, debrief with or process experiences? I provide comprehensive services. I can diagnose mental health disorders. I can treat addiction, trauma, acute psychological injury, PTSD and many other conditions. I do EMDR, Cognitive Therapy, and much more. I have first hand experience that helps me understand the nature of your work. I’m committed to helping you navigate the effects of cumulative stress to help you improve your wellbeing.
I am currently offering individual counselling as well as various psychological assessment services (i.e., therapeutic and comprehensive psychological assessments) for children, teens, and adults.
I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist specializing in the treatment of Depression, Anxiety, PTSD and Bipolar Disorder. I incorporate cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based stress reduction approaches, self-compassion building strategies, and brainspotting.
I am currently offering individual counselling as well as various psychological assessment services (i.e., therapeutic and comprehensive psychological assessments) for children, teens, and adults.
I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist specializing in the treatment of Depression, Anxiety, PTSD and Bipolar Disorder. I incorporate cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based stress reduction approaches, self-compassion building strategies, and brainspotting.
I regularly work with children and adults who need support with ADHD, anxiety, ASD, emotional regulation, giftedness, OCD, parenting, friendships, school challenges, specific phobias, and trauma.
“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.
I regularly work with children and adults who need support with ADHD, anxiety, ASD, emotional regulation, giftedness, OCD, parenting, friendships, school challenges, specific phobias, and trauma.
“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.
I am a dedicated Occupational Therapist with 11 years of diverse experience in mental health and child development.
As an occupational therapist, I use a sensory regulation lens with my clients. I believe that by helping parents manage their own sensory needs effectively, they can create a more nurturing and stable environment for their families. Parenting is hard, and I want to help build your capacity to enjoy these family years.
I am a dedicated Occupational Therapist with 11 years of diverse experience in mental health and child development.
As an occupational therapist, I use a sensory regulation lens with my clients. I believe that by helping parents manage their own sensory needs effectively, they can create a more nurturing and stable environment for their families. Parenting is hard, and I want to help build your capacity to enjoy these family years.
Are you noticing big emotions, anxiety, or behavioral struggles in your child — and you're not sure how to help?
I pull from a range of modalities, including play therapy, CBT, DBT skills, and narrative-based interventions — while always letting the child’s needs guide the pace and structure of sessions. I also collaborate closely with caregivers, offering tools, insight, and gentle support along the way.
Are you noticing big emotions, anxiety, or behavioral struggles in your child — and you're not sure how to help?
I pull from a range of modalities, including play therapy, CBT, DBT skills, and narrative-based interventions — while always letting the child’s needs guide the pace and structure of sessions. I also collaborate closely with caregivers, offering tools, insight, and gentle support along the way.
I provide a calm, supportive space where you can feel heard and understood. Together, we’ll explore the patterns beneath what feels stuck and develop healthier ways of responding rather than reacting. Using attachment-informed and emotionally focused approaches, I help individuals, couples, and families strengthen connection, communication, and emotional resilience. Faith can be thoughtfully integrated when desired.
I provide a calm, supportive space where you can feel heard and understood. Together, we’ll explore the patterns beneath what feels stuck and develop healthier ways of responding rather than reacting. Using attachment-informed and emotionally focused approaches, I help individuals, couples, and families strengthen connection, communication, and emotional resilience. Faith can be thoughtfully integrated when desired.
I work with folks across the lifespan, including children (7 years old and up), youth, and adults.
Are you struggling to feel fulfilled and present? My goals are to help you develop a sense of confidence in your own ability to navigate through mental health challenges and to find personal ways to live an engaged and meaningful life. My style is warm, genuine, empathic, and I always enjoy it when humour finds its way into a session. I believe collaboration and client-centred care are vital to both the therapeutic relationship and successful therapy, and I truly value feedback from clients so that we can ensure that the treatment plan is meeting your needs. I believe each of us has a unique story and immense resilience.
I work with folks across the lifespan, including children (7 years old and up), youth, and adults.
Are you struggling to feel fulfilled and present? My goals are to help you develop a sense of confidence in your own ability to navigate through mental health challenges and to find personal ways to live an engaged and meaningful life. My style is warm, genuine, empathic, and I always enjoy it when humour finds its way into a session. I believe collaboration and client-centred care are vital to both the therapeutic relationship and successful therapy, and I truly value feedback from clients so that we can ensure that the treatment plan is meeting your needs. I believe each of us has a unique story and immense resilience.
Jarret is a Registered Psychologist and the clinic director at Brophy Psychology Services bringing over 15 years of mental health expertise to his community-based practice in Edmonton. He offers compassionate, specialized care tailored to your unique needs—whether you're healing from trauma through EMDR, navigating sexual health concerns, pursuing peak performance in sports or work, or seeking culturally-informed support for Indigenous youth and families.
From the boardroom to the playing field, his approach blends evidence-based techniques rooted in Adlerian psychology with genuine understanding.
Jarret is a Registered Psychologist and the clinic director at Brophy Psychology Services bringing over 15 years of mental health expertise to his community-based practice in Edmonton. He offers compassionate, specialized care tailored to your unique needs—whether you're healing from trauma through EMDR, navigating sexual health concerns, pursuing peak performance in sports or work, or seeking culturally-informed support for Indigenous youth and families.
From the boardroom to the playing field, his approach blends evidence-based techniques rooted in Adlerian psychology with genuine understanding.
Hello, I'm Dr. Janet Lau, and I'm honored to be your partner on the journey to mental wellness. With over a decade of experience in intervention and a distinguished role as the Focal Point for the World Health Organization Caregiver Skills Training Programme (CST) worldwide, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a heart full of empathy to my practice.
Hello, I'm Dr. Janet Lau, and I'm honored to be your partner on the journey to mental wellness. With over a decade of experience in intervention and a distinguished role as the Focal Point for the World Health Organization Caregiver Skills Training Programme (CST) worldwide, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a heart full of empathy to my practice.
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FAQ - About Child Therapy
When does a child need to see a therapist?
Children naturally experience emotional ups and downs. Sometimes, though, they need support from a professional. A child may benefit from therapy if their emotions or behaviours change significantly within a short period of time. For example, if a child usually spends time with friends after school but begins isolating in their room, further inquiry is warranted. Other areas for concern include altered sleep patterns, lack of appetite, intense anger, irritability, or hopelessness, or developmental regression in young children (bedwetting, thumb-sucking).
What can a child therapist help with?
A therapist can help with any difficult experience a child may encounter growing up, including learning problems or anxiety related to school, relationship challenges with friends or parents, bullying, intense emotions or phobias, divorce and family dynamics, or the death of a pet or loved one. A therapist can help children process their experience and develop coping skills in an age-appropriate way
What therapy types are most suitable for children?
Children can benefit from different forms of therapy, including family therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and exposure therapy, depending on their condition. Play therapy is a great option for younger children who may not be able to fully articulate their feelings. In this approach, kids play with toys and games while a therapist observes and helps the child express their emotions and develop coping skills.
Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.