Autism Therapists in Okotoks, AB
My name is Mariah and I am a neurodivergent therapist for neurodivergent clients.
At times, we may focus on adjusting your environment to better support your unique needs. At other times, our work may centre on developing practical strategies to help you navigate anxiety, manage difficult thoughts and feelings, or navigate relational challenges.
My name is Mariah and I am a neurodivergent therapist for neurodivergent clients.
At times, we may focus on adjusting your environment to better support your unique needs. At other times, our work may centre on developing practical strategies to help you navigate anxiety, manage difficult thoughts and feelings, or navigate relational challenges.
Neuro-affirming adult autism & ADHD assessments also offered.
Going through some stuff? I genuinely care about my clients' wellbeing and you'll never be just another case I'm working on. In fact, my whole deal is to work with you, not on you. I offer candid compassion, which means that my clients have my unwavering support, and that means no coddling and no BS while still being encouraging and supportive. Whether you're dealing with trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, a life transition, an identity crisis, relationship issues, career concerns, grief, PTSD, or neurodivergence, I have the tools proven to help you move forward and find fulfillment.
Neuro-affirming adult autism & ADHD assessments also offered.
Going through some stuff? I genuinely care about my clients' wellbeing and you'll never be just another case I'm working on. In fact, my whole deal is to work with you, not on you. I offer candid compassion, which means that my clients have my unwavering support, and that means no coddling and no BS while still being encouraging and supportive. Whether you're dealing with trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, a life transition, an identity crisis, relationship issues, career concerns, grief, PTSD, or neurodivergence, I have the tools proven to help you move forward and find fulfillment.
The clinic also provides ADHD, autism, and giftedness assessments for children and adults, with inclusive, multilingual, and 2SLGBTQ-affirming services.
Looking for a trusted psychology clinic in Calgary? Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether it’s stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, or challenges at work or school. You may be seeking clarity, healing, or simply a safe space where you can feel heard and understood. At Innerlogue Therapy & Psychology, we know that taking the first step toward support isn’t easy, but it can be life-changing. Our team of experienced psychologists, counsellors, and social workers offers personalized counselling and assessment services tailored to your unique needs.
The clinic also provides ADHD, autism, and giftedness assessments for children and adults, with inclusive, multilingual, and 2SLGBTQ-affirming services.
Looking for a trusted psychology clinic in Calgary? Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether it’s stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, or challenges at work or school. You may be seeking clarity, healing, or simply a safe space where you can feel heard and understood. At Innerlogue Therapy & Psychology, we know that taking the first step toward support isn’t easy, but it can be life-changing. Our team of experienced psychologists, counsellors, and social workers offers personalized counselling and assessment services tailored to your unique needs.
Hi everyone! My name is Gabrielle (Gabby) and I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP). I am passionate about supporting couples, individual adults, and children and youth through their mental health journeys.
My specializations include relationship concerns, communication issues, self-esteem, anxiety, and boundary setting. I am passionate about working with BIPOC, 2SLGBTQI+ community members, and other minority groups. I believe in tailoring my sessions to meet your unique needs, through a holistic approach that considers the sociocultural factors impacting your well-being.
Hi everyone! My name is Gabrielle (Gabby) and I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP). I am passionate about supporting couples, individual adults, and children and youth through their mental health journeys.
My specializations include relationship concerns, communication issues, self-esteem, anxiety, and boundary setting. I am passionate about working with BIPOC, 2SLGBTQI+ community members, and other minority groups. I believe in tailoring my sessions to meet your unique needs, through a holistic approach that considers the sociocultural factors impacting your well-being.
I support folks who are ready for their life to look different. I’ll support you in creating a plan forward that will allow you to unravel your path instead of repeating what is no longer serving you and provide the space where you can explore your inner thoughts and emotions. You are welcome to show up in my office exactly as you are and exactly as you need. If you aren’t sure what that means for you, that’s okay, we’ll figure it out together.
I support folks who are ready for their life to look different. I’ll support you in creating a plan forward that will allow you to unravel your path instead of repeating what is no longer serving you and provide the space where you can explore your inner thoughts and emotions. You are welcome to show up in my office exactly as you are and exactly as you need. If you aren’t sure what that means for you, that’s okay, we’ll figure it out together.
You may be going through a difficult time, or struggling and not sure how to find your way forward. Perhaps the strategies you’ve tried in the past are no longer working. You may be successful, resilient and have weathered a few storms, but are now seeking greater peace, connection, and a deeper sense of meaning in your life.
I tailor my approach to you, your presenting concerns, and therapeutic goals. I will attend to the melody of your soul song and support you in leaning into what life is inviting you to learn, and to become. I do this with compassion, authenticity, and a deep faith in life.
You may be going through a difficult time, or struggling and not sure how to find your way forward. Perhaps the strategies you’ve tried in the past are no longer working. You may be successful, resilient and have weathered a few storms, but are now seeking greater peace, connection, and a deeper sense of meaning in your life.
I tailor my approach to you, your presenting concerns, and therapeutic goals. I will attend to the melody of your soul song and support you in leaning into what life is inviting you to learn, and to become. I do this with compassion, authenticity, and a deep faith in life.
Taking the first step to support your child can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. I aim to provide a safe, friendly, and confidential environment where healing can begin. I collaborate with parents and other caregivers to provide the assistance needed to help children flourish. I work with you to support your family's success because we are not meant to travel this path alone. I am Andrea Thrift, a child and family counselor dedicated to helping children and their families create a foundation of emotional strength, confidence, and connection. Each child experiences the world uniquely.
Taking the first step to support your child can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. I aim to provide a safe, friendly, and confidential environment where healing can begin. I collaborate with parents and other caregivers to provide the assistance needed to help children flourish. I work with you to support your family's success because we are not meant to travel this path alone. I am Andrea Thrift, a child and family counselor dedicated to helping children and their families create a foundation of emotional strength, confidence, and connection. Each child experiences the world uniquely.
Accepting New Clients, evening and Weekday availability. I work with individuals, couples, and families, from children to adults. I feel honoured to walk alongside clients as they navigate the challenges they face. Whether you are ready to make changes or are white-knuckling your way through life, my approach is compassionate, curious, empathetic, and non-judgmental. It is tailored to each person's needs and is both person-centred and trauma-informed.
Accepting New Clients, evening and Weekday availability. I work with individuals, couples, and families, from children to adults. I feel honoured to walk alongside clients as they navigate the challenges they face. Whether you are ready to make changes or are white-knuckling your way through life, my approach is compassionate, curious, empathetic, and non-judgmental. It is tailored to each person's needs and is both person-centred and trauma-informed.
You’re here because something isn’t working. Whether that’s for you, your child, or your relationship. Maybe it’s anxiety, burnout, depression or trauma that keeps resurfacing. Maybe your child is struggling to focus, manage big feelings, or connect with others. Or maybe you’re tired of repeating the same arguments and feeling misunderstood. At Foothills Integrative, we believe you already hold the capacity to heal, grow, and move forward, even if it doesn’t feel that way right now. Change takes courage, effort, and time. It is not about a quick fix. But with the right support, it is absolutely possible.
You’re here because something isn’t working. Whether that’s for you, your child, or your relationship. Maybe it’s anxiety, burnout, depression or trauma that keeps resurfacing. Maybe your child is struggling to focus, manage big feelings, or connect with others. Or maybe you’re tired of repeating the same arguments and feeling misunderstood. At Foothills Integrative, we believe you already hold the capacity to heal, grow, and move forward, even if it doesn’t feel that way right now. Change takes courage, effort, and time. It is not about a quick fix. But with the right support, it is absolutely possible.
I am a compassionate and client centered Clinical Counsellor with over a decade of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through life’s challenging transitions. I bring a deep commitment to trauma-informed, evidence-based care that empowers clients to foster resilience, reconnect with their emotions, and build healthier relationships with themselves and others.
I am a compassionate and client centered Clinical Counsellor with over a decade of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through life’s challenging transitions. I bring a deep commitment to trauma-informed, evidence-based care that empowers clients to foster resilience, reconnect with their emotions, and build healthier relationships with themselves and others.
Offering a range of services including Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Famiy Systems (IFS)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT), and comprehensive psychological assessments including, learning disabilities, ADHD and Autism.
As a clinical psychologist, Myka provides EMDR, somatic therapy, and cognitive behavioural therapy. Complex PTSD and childhood trauma are her areas of expertise. IFS coupled with EMDR can have lasting healing effects. As an educational psychologist, Myka will show you how to empower your learning strengths and build a learning platform tailored for you.
Offering a range of services including Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Famiy Systems (IFS)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT), and comprehensive psychological assessments including, learning disabilities, ADHD and Autism.
As a clinical psychologist, Myka provides EMDR, somatic therapy, and cognitive behavioural therapy. Complex PTSD and childhood trauma are her areas of expertise. IFS coupled with EMDR can have lasting healing effects. As an educational psychologist, Myka will show you how to empower your learning strengths and build a learning platform tailored for you.
I work with children and provide support for a variety of challenges, including parenting concerns, divorce or separation, anxiety, social issues, school-related difficulties, grief and loss, ADHD, high-functioning autism, and emotional regulation.
I use an integrated approach, focusing on attachment and emotional processing while incorporating various techniques to suit each individual. Children engage best through play, so I incorporate games and activities in my child sessions.
I work with children and provide support for a variety of challenges, including parenting concerns, divorce or separation, anxiety, social issues, school-related difficulties, grief and loss, ADHD, high-functioning autism, and emotional regulation.
I use an integrated approach, focusing on attachment and emotional processing while incorporating various techniques to suit each individual. Children engage best through play, so I incorporate games and activities in my child sessions.
Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life’s more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or any other issue, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow. You might be initially hesitant to seek out help and support for personal matters, but when you do, you will feel confident that you are taking a courageous first step towards getting to a better place and being a better you.
Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life’s more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or any other issue, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow. You might be initially hesitant to seek out help and support for personal matters, but when you do, you will feel confident that you are taking a courageous first step towards getting to a better place and being a better you.
Our Psychologists each have various areas of focus, including specializations in anxiety, depression, self-harm/suicidal ideations, OCD, emotional regulation, parenting concerns, separation/divorce, neurodivergent diagnoses (including ADHD, ASD, + learning disabilities), giftedness, and gender/sexuality.
Our incredible team of Registered and Provisional Psychologists at root + radiate psychology each have a specific perspective and skill set.
Our team is based on our mutual belief in connection, intention, and family. We are honoured to be a part of your journey.
We provide results-oriented psychological care, guidance, and strategies aimed at developing a calmer, more connected future to children, adolescents + their families, individuals, and couples.
We also provide direct billing to insurance, complimentary child-minding, a location that is quiet and wholistic for your whole family, and the option of virtual appointments.
Our Psychologists each have various areas of focus, including specializations in anxiety, depression, self-harm/suicidal ideations, OCD, emotional regulation, parenting concerns, separation/divorce, neurodivergent diagnoses (including ADHD, ASD, + learning disabilities), giftedness, and gender/sexuality.
Our incredible team of Registered and Provisional Psychologists at root + radiate psychology each have a specific perspective and skill set.
Our team is based on our mutual belief in connection, intention, and family. We are honoured to be a part of your journey.
We provide results-oriented psychological care, guidance, and strategies aimed at developing a calmer, more connected future to children, adolescents + their families, individuals, and couples.
We also provide direct billing to insurance, complimentary child-minding, a location that is quiet and wholistic for your whole family, and the option of virtual appointments.
You might feel pulled in too many directions, mentally drained, or caught in patterns that keep repeating. You can sense that something needs to shift, but it is not clear what to do next. I offer a straightforward, supportive approach focused on helping you build skills, regain direction, and feel more in control, particularly with anxiety, ADHD, and ongoing life stress.
You might feel pulled in too many directions, mentally drained, or caught in patterns that keep repeating. You can sense that something needs to shift, but it is not clear what to do next. I offer a straightforward, supportive approach focused on helping you build skills, regain direction, and feel more in control, particularly with anxiety, ADHD, and ongoing life stress.
Hello! I am a Registered Psychologist with several years of experience in the mental health field. I currently work with adults, teens and children. I believe that strength is a characteristic that resides in all people. It can however, be difficult to see during times of hardship and vulnerability. I am committed to providing a non-judgemental safe space, in which clients feel empowered to make the positive changes needed to live healthy fulfilled lives.
Hello! I am a Registered Psychologist with several years of experience in the mental health field. I currently work with adults, teens and children. I believe that strength is a characteristic that resides in all people. It can however, be difficult to see during times of hardship and vulnerability. I am committed to providing a non-judgemental safe space, in which clients feel empowered to make the positive changes needed to live healthy fulfilled lives.
Many of us feel stressed and overwhelmed by the complex situations we face in our lives. Some of these situations might include communication challenges, work stress, marriage issues, complex relationships, difficulties in parenting, financial strain, life decisions, health issues, and grief or bereavement. I have been helping people with these types of challenges for over 30 years in both the public sector and in my private practice. I am passionate about helping you rebuild your relationships and find solutions for the challenges you are facing. I provide a safe and warm environment where every part of who you are is welcome.
Many of us feel stressed and overwhelmed by the complex situations we face in our lives. Some of these situations might include communication challenges, work stress, marriage issues, complex relationships, difficulties in parenting, financial strain, life decisions, health issues, and grief or bereavement. I have been helping people with these types of challenges for over 30 years in both the public sector and in my private practice. I am passionate about helping you rebuild your relationships and find solutions for the challenges you are facing. I provide a safe and warm environment where every part of who you are is welcome.
Are you struggling with specific concerns such as OCD, Anxiety, and Depression, are dealing with chronic illness/pain or injuries, having issues sleeping, looking for help with your relationship, or even just looking to learn new skills as you move through life? Regardless of what you are seeking help for, I am passionate about collaborating with each client, working alongside them to create steady and consistent small improvements in their lives to create long-term positive outcomes and begin to achieve their goals.
Are you struggling with specific concerns such as OCD, Anxiety, and Depression, are dealing with chronic illness/pain or injuries, having issues sleeping, looking for help with your relationship, or even just looking to learn new skills as you move through life? Regardless of what you are seeking help for, I am passionate about collaborating with each client, working alongside them to create steady and consistent small improvements in their lives to create long-term positive outcomes and begin to achieve their goals.
I’m a Registered Provisional Psychologist in Calgary, and I work with children and teens who may be going through a hard time. Sometimes they feel anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure how to handle big emotions, and that’s where I come in.
In our sessions, my goal is to create a space where your child or teen feels safe to be themselves. I also work closely with parents and caregivers because you know your child best, and therapy is most helpful when we work together. I share simple tools and strategies that can help support your child’s emotional growth outside of sessions.
I’m a Registered Provisional Psychologist in Calgary, and I work with children and teens who may be going through a hard time. Sometimes they feel anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure how to handle big emotions, and that’s where I come in.
In our sessions, my goal is to create a space where your child or teen feels safe to be themselves. I also work closely with parents and caregivers because you know your child best, and therapy is most helpful when we work together. I share simple tools and strategies that can help support your child’s emotional growth outside of sessions.
Sometimes it feels like no matter how hard you try, you end up in the same patterns — feeling unheard, disconnected, or unsure of where you stand. You may want closeness but also need space, or find yourself repeating dynamics that don’t feel good anymore. I support individuals and couples in understanding these patterns with compassion, rebuilding emotional safety, and creating deeper connection, confidence, and lasting change in their relationships and within themselves.
Sometimes it feels like no matter how hard you try, you end up in the same patterns — feeling unheard, disconnected, or unsure of where you stand. You may want closeness but also need space, or find yourself repeating dynamics that don’t feel good anymore. I support individuals and couples in understanding these patterns with compassion, rebuilding emotional safety, and creating deeper connection, confidence, and lasting change in their relationships and within themselves.
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What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.
How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.
How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.