Female Therapists in Ponoka, AB
Are you feeling overwhelmed or distressed in your day to day life? Is a life transition posing more challenges than anticipated or you’re feeling stuck and unsure where to go next? Maybe there are life questions you want to explore more deeply but aren’t sure where to start. Therapy is a great place to start exploring all of these areas! Utilizing a holistic and individualized approach, we will explore your strengths, values, and goals. Emma brings particular interest in and understanding of the intricacies and challenges faced by hopeful, expectant, and seasoned mothers as well as individuals involved in the agricultural industry.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or distressed in your day to day life? Is a life transition posing more challenges than anticipated or you’re feeling stuck and unsure where to go next? Maybe there are life questions you want to explore more deeply but aren’t sure where to start. Therapy is a great place to start exploring all of these areas! Utilizing a holistic and individualized approach, we will explore your strengths, values, and goals. Emma brings particular interest in and understanding of the intricacies and challenges faced by hopeful, expectant, and seasoned mothers as well as individuals involved in the agricultural industry.
Have day to day struggles brought you down? If it's a struggle to accomplish even the little things each day, I can relate. There are many reasons why one may feel this way. Regardless of why we encounter barriers in life, it's important to plan how we are going to take charge of the negative impacts we are experiencing, moving through difficult times. I am here to help you through a personal navigation process.
Have day to day struggles brought you down? If it's a struggle to accomplish even the little things each day, I can relate. There are many reasons why one may feel this way. Regardless of why we encounter barriers in life, it's important to plan how we are going to take charge of the negative impacts we are experiencing, moving through difficult times. I am here to help you through a personal navigation process.
Wellness Centered Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, RSW, RPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ponoka, AB T4J
In the fantastically busy and often confusing world in which we live it is far too easy to overlook the single most important aspect of our lives; the wellbeing of ourselves and our relationships. Every aspect of our existence depends on our attitudes and beliefs and how we relate to others.
In the fantastically busy and often confusing world in which we live it is far too easy to overlook the single most important aspect of our lives; the wellbeing of ourselves and our relationships. Every aspect of our existence depends on our attitudes and beliefs and how we relate to others.
Naomi McKinney - McKinney Psychology
Psychologist, BSc, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ponoka, AB T4J
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs last? Maybe you are just not feeling like yourself. Perhaps you are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how you are supposed to manage all the things on your plate. Pushing away your own needs and living in survival mode can lead to long term issues for your mind and body. I believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live a better life.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs last? Maybe you are just not feeling like yourself. Perhaps you are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how you are supposed to manage all the things on your plate. Pushing away your own needs and living in survival mode can lead to long term issues for your mind and body. I believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live a better life.
Now more than ever, women feel anxious, overwhelmed, and exhausted about how to navigate relationships, challenges, and transitions while still holding on to who they are.
I offer a custom approach for each of my clients. I begin by gaining an understanding of where you are now and the specific challenges you are facing. Together, we create a plan to help you move forward to live the life you want. I offer an inclusive, safe space through virtual appointments to fit your schedule.
Now more than ever, women feel anxious, overwhelmed, and exhausted about how to navigate relationships, challenges, and transitions while still holding on to who they are.
I offer a custom approach for each of my clients. I begin by gaining an understanding of where you are now and the specific challenges you are facing. Together, we create a plan to help you move forward to live the life you want. I offer an inclusive, safe space through virtual appointments to fit your schedule.
We specialize in working with children, teens, and adults who are facing unique challenges in their lives. From young kids overwhelmed by anxiety and constantly caught up in what-if scenarios, to children grappling with intense emotions that manifest in baffling behaviour, to teenagers who feel the pressure of perfectionism and strive to fit in, We are here to provide a safe space for growth, healing, and self-discovery. Whatever struggles you or your loved ones may be facing, know that you have come to the right place for guidance, support, and a path towards a healthier and more fulfilling life.
We specialize in working with children, teens, and adults who are facing unique challenges in their lives. From young kids overwhelmed by anxiety and constantly caught up in what-if scenarios, to children grappling with intense emotions that manifest in baffling behaviour, to teenagers who feel the pressure of perfectionism and strive to fit in, We are here to provide a safe space for growth, healing, and self-discovery. Whatever struggles you or your loved ones may be facing, know that you have come to the right place for guidance, support, and a path towards a healthier and more fulfilling life.
Welcome and thank you for reading about my practice. Therapy is a journey walked with another who has expertise in guiding the collaborative, respectful and curious exploration of our difficulties, with a purpose and end-goal in sight. I am thankful to have gained experience working with a broad range of mental health difficulties. In addition to working with those who have experienced trauma and substance use issues, I also values working with those who are struggling to manage stress, overwhelming emotions, depression, loneliness, anxiety, grief, spiritual crisis and life transitions
Welcome and thank you for reading about my practice. Therapy is a journey walked with another who has expertise in guiding the collaborative, respectful and curious exploration of our difficulties, with a purpose and end-goal in sight. I am thankful to have gained experience working with a broad range of mental health difficulties. In addition to working with those who have experienced trauma and substance use issues, I also values working with those who are struggling to manage stress, overwhelming emotions, depression, loneliness, anxiety, grief, spiritual crisis and life transitions
Have you reached a point where life feels overwhelming and difficult to manage? Are you looking for someone who will truly listen, help you explore different perspectives, and support you in finding new ways to move forward?
I’d love to meet with you and help you navigate life’s challenges. I’m a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Counselling Psychology, and my experience has been primarily in the education system, working with children, youth, and families. I offer a confidential and supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.
Have you reached a point where life feels overwhelming and difficult to manage? Are you looking for someone who will truly listen, help you explore different perspectives, and support you in finding new ways to move forward?
I’d love to meet with you and help you navigate life’s challenges. I’m a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Counselling Psychology, and my experience has been primarily in the education system, working with children, youth, and families. I offer a confidential and supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.
Are you a little different? Queer or Trans? ADHDer? Autistic spouse? Survivor of Religious Trauma? Maybe you have a specific set of unique personalities in your family. Maybe you have a bunch of labels but what you really want to talk about is being lonely. Maybe you've never found someone who really acknowledged that thinking your way through your problems doesn't work. Your problems don't fit in a neat little category, and you don't have a nice little summary of who you are, where you came from, and what is ailing you. Guess what? That's exactly how therapy starts: with the best pieces of you all tangled up with fear and shame.
Are you a little different? Queer or Trans? ADHDer? Autistic spouse? Survivor of Religious Trauma? Maybe you have a specific set of unique personalities in your family. Maybe you have a bunch of labels but what you really want to talk about is being lonely. Maybe you've never found someone who really acknowledged that thinking your way through your problems doesn't work. Your problems don't fit in a neat little category, and you don't have a nice little summary of who you are, where you came from, and what is ailing you. Guess what? That's exactly how therapy starts: with the best pieces of you all tangled up with fear and shame.
Andrea Sproxton
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Accepting evening only clients as of April 1, 2025.
Thank you for taking the time to review my profile. As a Registered Psychologist, my approach to therapy is focused on collaboration and empowerment while harnessing the power of strong relationships built on safety, trust, respect and humour. My aim is to listen and understand your experiences while offering you genuine kindness, compassion, and tools to help you move forward.
Accepting evening only clients as of April 1, 2025.
Thank you for taking the time to review my profile. As a Registered Psychologist, my approach to therapy is focused on collaboration and empowerment while harnessing the power of strong relationships built on safety, trust, respect and humour. My aim is to listen and understand your experiences while offering you genuine kindness, compassion, and tools to help you move forward.
Heartfelt Counselling offers a welcoming therapeutic environment for clients to experience growth and healing. Clients can choose to work through connecting with our animal partners or solely with the counsellor. We offer support in the areas of anxiety management, grief and loss support, anger management, support for depressive feelings and support with low self-esteem and low confidence. Heartfelt believes that clients are the experts in their lives and support and guidance is what is provided. Choosing to work with our animal partner can enhance to learning for some clients.
Heartfelt Counselling offers a welcoming therapeutic environment for clients to experience growth and healing. Clients can choose to work through connecting with our animal partners or solely with the counsellor. We offer support in the areas of anxiety management, grief and loss support, anger management, support for depressive feelings and support with low self-esteem and low confidence. Heartfelt believes that clients are the experts in their lives and support and guidance is what is provided. Choosing to work with our animal partner can enhance to learning for some clients.
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Flourish Therapy Collective
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Breana is a Registered Social Worker and is the heart behind Flourish Therapy Collective. Flourish Therapy Collective provides counselling services to individuals and couples. Breana received a Master of Social Work in Clinical Social Work Practice from University of Calgary and a Bachelor of Social Work from University of Victoria. One of the aspects she cherishes most about counseling is the profound privilege of sitting with courageous individuals every day. Since beginning her work, Breana has met with individual clients and couples from a wide range of backgrounds.
Breana is a Registered Social Worker and is the heart behind Flourish Therapy Collective. Flourish Therapy Collective provides counselling services to individuals and couples. Breana received a Master of Social Work in Clinical Social Work Practice from University of Calgary and a Bachelor of Social Work from University of Victoria. One of the aspects she cherishes most about counseling is the profound privilege of sitting with courageous individuals every day. Since beginning her work, Breana has met with individual clients and couples from a wide range of backgrounds.
Katelyn Amiel - Meadowland Psychology
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Currently on maternity leave.
Are you ready to make a change? Looking to gain a deeper understanding of yourself? When life is busy and stressful and overwhelming, it can feel impossible to set aside time to focus on yourself, so I want to commend you for that! You're already doing the hard work to get back to feeling like yourself! My clients are motivated to learn more about themselves, their thoughts and patterns, and new ways of coping. They may be struggling with depression, stress, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, or grief. Therapy provides a safe place to explore problems, gain insight, and develop coping skills.
Currently on maternity leave.
Are you ready to make a change? Looking to gain a deeper understanding of yourself? When life is busy and stressful and overwhelming, it can feel impossible to set aside time to focus on yourself, so I want to commend you for that! You're already doing the hard work to get back to feeling like yourself! My clients are motivated to learn more about themselves, their thoughts and patterns, and new ways of coping. They may be struggling with depression, stress, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, or grief. Therapy provides a safe place to explore problems, gain insight, and develop coping skills.
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Iasis Psychological and Consulting Services
Psychologist, PhD, MA, BN, RPsych, RN
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Deciding to attend therapy often happens at very difficult times in life and it can be challenging to meet with a stranger to discuss personal issues. I work hard to create a space where a client can feel comfortable enough to engage in the therapeutic process and feel like they are actually getting something out of therapy, more than what they could get from having a chat with a good friend. I am able to offer a client a sense of partnership; that we are continually working towards change. I know clients do better when the therapist is present and engaged and so I work to give you a sense of who I am in our interactions.
Deciding to attend therapy often happens at very difficult times in life and it can be challenging to meet with a stranger to discuss personal issues. I work hard to create a space where a client can feel comfortable enough to engage in the therapeutic process and feel like they are actually getting something out of therapy, more than what they could get from having a chat with a good friend. I am able to offer a client a sense of partnership; that we are continually working towards change. I know clients do better when the therapist is present and engaged and so I work to give you a sense of who I am in our interactions.
Heather Schultz
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC, BA, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you seeking more clarity, confidence or connection in your life? Maybe you feel disconnected from loved ones, or even from yourself. Whatever brings you here, you don’t have to face it alone. I’m here to help. I work with individuals, families, and couples who want to move toward meaningful change. My approach is warm, compassionate, and tailored to your unique needs.
Are you seeking more clarity, confidence or connection in your life? Maybe you feel disconnected from loved ones, or even from yourself. Whatever brings you here, you don’t have to face it alone. I’m here to help. I work with individuals, families, and couples who want to move toward meaningful change. My approach is warm, compassionate, and tailored to your unique needs.
Parenting can be so difficult and it brings up so many emotions when our children struggle. I specialize in parent counselling & coaching. I support and empower parents to feel more confident, connected and skilled in their parenting. Parent counselling can help with issues such as anxiety, temper tantrums, aggression, defiance, sibling issues, adoption, power struggles, cooperation, sleep struggles and more. It can help you as the parent learn to be calm and regulated during struggles. It can also help to understand what is leading to your child's behaviour and then how to effectively intervene, maintain connection and make change.
Parenting can be so difficult and it brings up so many emotions when our children struggle. I specialize in parent counselling & coaching. I support and empower parents to feel more confident, connected and skilled in their parenting. Parent counselling can help with issues such as anxiety, temper tantrums, aggression, defiance, sibling issues, adoption, power struggles, cooperation, sleep struggles and more. It can help you as the parent learn to be calm and regulated during struggles. It can also help to understand what is leading to your child's behaviour and then how to effectively intervene, maintain connection and make change.
Everyone should offer themselves at least one priceless gift per year. A priceless gift is one that fosters our quality of life. Neutralizing the impact of negative past experiences or current stress, getting to know ourselves better, becoming more resilient, improving our experience of life, exploring new life directions and addressing challenging life transitions are all great examples of priceless gifts we can offer ourselves. Our mental health impacts all aspects of our life, the quality of our relationships, and how we experience the world. So, are you ready to give yourself the priceless gift of improved mental health?
Everyone should offer themselves at least one priceless gift per year. A priceless gift is one that fosters our quality of life. Neutralizing the impact of negative past experiences or current stress, getting to know ourselves better, becoming more resilient, improving our experience of life, exploring new life directions and addressing challenging life transitions are all great examples of priceless gifts we can offer ourselves. Our mental health impacts all aspects of our life, the quality of our relationships, and how we experience the world. So, are you ready to give yourself the priceless gift of improved mental health?
Tracey Black
Registered Social Worker, MACP, MA, CCC, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lacombe, AB T4L
Hello, I am Tracey Black and I am the founder and Clinical Lead at Black Counselling and Consulting. I believe in providing therapy in a space without judgment, and a space where you can heal and learn.
Our team believes that it is important to meet you where you are at and everyone deserves to have the option of therapy regardless of circumstances.
We know that life can be challenging and sometimes you just need another person who is objective, has the knowledge and understands that we all have 'stuff' to work on.
We offer therapy for couples, individual, children, parents and families, open 8am-8pm Mon-Fri and 9-5 Saturday
Hello, I am Tracey Black and I am the founder and Clinical Lead at Black Counselling and Consulting. I believe in providing therapy in a space without judgment, and a space where you can heal and learn.
Our team believes that it is important to meet you where you are at and everyone deserves to have the option of therapy regardless of circumstances.
We know that life can be challenging and sometimes you just need another person who is objective, has the knowledge and understands that we all have 'stuff' to work on.
We offer therapy for couples, individual, children, parents and families, open 8am-8pm Mon-Fri and 9-5 Saturday
My ideal client will come to believe it is possible to heal and thrive. Being human is difficult, and I provide a relaxed space where you can be you. I offer a trauma informed approach and am a skilled listener. I have worked for many years in the mental health field in Vancouver and Oregon and that includes helping those from all walks of life. I will help you see how your past affects your present and help you live a more productive life. I use an integrated approach so that we can get to the root of the issue and work through it.
My ideal client will come to believe it is possible to heal and thrive. Being human is difficult, and I provide a relaxed space where you can be you. I offer a trauma informed approach and am a skilled listener. I have worked for many years in the mental health field in Vancouver and Oregon and that includes helping those from all walks of life. I will help you see how your past affects your present and help you live a more productive life. I use an integrated approach so that we can get to the root of the issue and work through it.
We all get stuck sometimes, need a change, have trouble with living. Therapy can help!
We all get stuck sometimes, need a change, have trouble with living. Therapy can help!
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.