Grief Therapists in Okotoks, AB

You are searching for answers, perhaps stuck, and may feel a bit lost about how to find your way forward. You can be sensitive, intense, and passionate and you're interested in living from a place of aliveness, well-being, and spark. You may have a history of trauma, suffering, and loss and yet you are also a survivor. I look forward to working with you, attending to both the suffering and the resilience, the loss and the grace; to listening to and affirming the melody beneath your words. I work with several provisional and registered psychologists at Foothills Integrative Psychology and Neurotherapy. How can we help?

I am able to help you in all areas of your life. Possibly you are struggling with grief , loss , love, a life transition, anxiety, depression, or other challenges. I am also able to help you improve your coping skills and self-esteem; learn how to live your best life, make and reach goals, and improve mindfulness.

Grief is a Natural Experience. Hello! I am a holistic grief specialist. I am not your typical grief counsellor. I help adult Albertan’s connect to their mind, body, spirit and life again after a death , loss or life change. Grief is also unique in how each person experiences it. Grief can be chaotic, overwhelming, isolating and sometimes leaving you feeling you have little control of your mind, body and life. Having both personal and professional experience with death , loss and unpredictable changes, allows me to be thoughtful about the importance of a safe space to share your raw emotions, thoughts and story of loss .

To give healing a chance, cleaning a wound may sting. Have you experienced this? Reaching out for support and connection can be an investment in your well-being. If you're struggling with grief and loss , pregnancy and infant loss , chronic illness, anxiety, sleep difficulties, or other challenges, I’m here to help. By connecting with me, you’ll have access to personalized check-in sessions to promote healthy change. Prioritizing your mental health is crucial for overall well-being, and together, we can work towards identifying what activities or interventions fit with your goals.

Substantially Reduced Fees, Flexible Availability - I am a Master’s Level Student, practicing under the supervision of Jennifer Rioux, Registered Psychologist. Reaching out for help is huge step. I am honoured to walk with you, listen to your story, understand you, and adjust my approach so that your unique needs are met. It is my priority to provide a safe and non-judgmental space to work through your concerns. I hope that ALL my clients feel empowered, accepted, seen, and heard. It takes great strength to take this first step. Lets find out what you need to move forward and heal.

EVENING AND SATURDAY AVAILABILITY- I am a Registered Psychologist, servicing Okotoks, South Calgary and surrounding areas. I work with children, teens, adults, couples and families presenting with a variety of issues including, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral issues, grief , self-esteem, anger management, emotional regulation, family conflict, relationships, separation/divorce, parenting, and co-parenting after divorce. I value the therapeutic relationship and take a collaborative approach when working with my clients, I strive to gain a full and comprehensive understanding of my client's needs and goals in order to help them make the changes they are looking for and reach their potential.

My personal and professional journey offers experience in addictions, relationships, bereavement , trauma, anxiety, depression, and other areas of mental health. I obtained a degree in Addictions Counselling in 2000 and have since worked closely with substance abuse and behavioural addictions. I later went on to receive a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology to advance my competencies in working with the complexities of couple and family relationships, and efficacy in working with other mental health concerns.

We can all feel lost and overwhelmed by our emotions or get stuck in patterns of unhelpful thoughts and behaviours - when all we really crave is connection, support, and tools to help us show up more peacefully for ourselves and others. My experience is primarily with youth and adults facing challenges related to anxiety, stress, depression, suicidal ideation, interpersonal relationships, grief and loss , self-worth, & challenging life transitions. Together, we can explore how to help you gain better insight and overcome the barriers that are preventing you from accessing your authentic self.

Following an extensive and rewarding career as a registered nurse, with experience in critical care, cardiology, and family medicine, I have thoroughly enjoyed learning how I can better help others who are in need of support. I have worked alongside adult individuals who have endured developmental and acute trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief , loss , addiction, and life transitions including relationship and parenting support. It is a privilege to walk alongside my clients as they grow and expand in self-awareness, self-determination, compassion for themselves, and overall confidence to live their best life.

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Do you feel stuck or are struggling, either personally or professionally? Do you want to move forward but don't know how? Whether you've experienced a one time event or a series of longer term challenges, you deserve care and support as these difficulties can accumulate and keep us from living the life we want. Every person is unique and your specific needs will determine our approach, all within a safe, secure and non-judgmental environment. To that end, I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is based on acceptance and empathy and is essential to client change.

For the past 14 years, I have worked and trained in a variety of settings, including children's mental health facilities, schools, hospitals, and private practice. I have enjoyed the rewarding challenges of treating children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, grief and loss , gender identity issues, personality disorders, substance abuse issues, anger management issues, low self-esteem, and social skills deficits.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS - My passion for psychology comes from my genuine belief that we have the ability to not only overcome significant challenges, but to transform our lives. As a Registered Psychologist, I work with a wide range of topics including relationship challenges (i.e. intimacy, communication, infidelity, separation/divorce, blended family, etc.), trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief and loss , and wellness. As an AASECT certified Sex Therapist, I am highly trained in working with sexual(ity) concerns, alternative relationship structures (i.e. open relationship, Poly, Kink), and LGBTQ2S+ challenges.

In my practice a core value and focus is to help you achieve a balance in overall health and wellbeing. I truly believe that with support, personal exploration and reflection that we all have the ability to build resiliency and bounce back from adversity. In my work with individuals and families I draw from both my professional and personal experience to engage with individuals on meaningful, collaborative, and supportive levels. My goal is to support you in overcoming life's adversity by setting goals, working towards improving your overall wellness, and to decrease stress in your life.

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