Online Counselling for Sherwood Park

At Wholeness Psychology Centre, we work with a variety of concerns, including trauma, depression, anxiety, addictions, identity crisis, and relationship conflict. We recognize that short-term, solution-focused, cognitive-behavioural modalities are appropriate for some presenting concerns. For others, a more heart-centred, holistic, depth-oriented approach to therapy is necessary. Our team has the skills and training in both areas to best meet your therapeutic needs and goals. Our approach is multifaceted and involves working with several layers simultaneously and getting to the core of your experience and needs.

Are you or someone you know overwhelmed with anxiety, anger, depression, relationship issues, parent/teen conflict, stress at work, or struggles at school. We can help. Greatlife Psychology Centre provides individual, couples and family counseling. To accommodate our clients who go to school or work during the day we offer evening and weekend sessions. Our evening and weekend hours are Monday to Friday 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Saturday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. We also offer guidance and support via email in between sessions. Please see our appointments link to book your appointment online. www.greatlifepsychologycentre.ca

I specialize in working with men - men who are going through a life transition (job loss, new job, marriage, divorce, relationship concerns, new business venture, journey of self discovery, and so on), men who sometimes struggle to speak their truth, men who want to better reconcile work with family or work with relationship. In short, I help men live from a place of greater wholeness and connectedness to Self.

Do you find yourself stuck in a pattern of behaviour or thinking that is not helpful or is hurting you? I can help. Do you want more out of your relationships? Let's make that happen. Do you need to make some changes that feel overwhelming or scary? We can find a way. Is anxiety or depression standing between you and the life you really want? Let's explore together the underlying causes and discover tools to help you feel like yourself again. Is there trauma in your past or present? Let me help heal your nervous system, feel safe again, and get on with living.

It is my passion to work collaboratively with clients to find a new path toward healing, resolution, and growth. Through providing a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment I strive to help clients achieve their goals and renew their strength. I tailor each session to attend to the specific need and situation that clients present. I provide ways clients can integrate what they are learning in therapy to apply their new skills, tools and perspectives to their everyday lives. It is my desire to see individuals and families lead passionate and fruitful lives.

I am a Registered Psychologist with extensive experience working with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), childhood abuse and trauma, addictions, anxiety and depression, grief and loss, relationship struggles, and self/identity concerns. I am influenced by psychodynamic and humanistic models. I work with those interested in a self-discovery process, often triggered by a life crisis or transition, feeling lost and depressed, or a sense of disconnection from self and others. Together, we explore life purpose and meaning, increase awareness of personal qualities, abilities and gifts, and become empowered to create a more fulfilling life.

I work with children, adolescents and adults with a range of presenting challenges, such as anxiety, depression, lack of social skills, low self-esteem, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, ADHD, FASD, Autism, relationship issues, grief and loss, and trauma. I also work with families to address behavioral challenges or to rebuild strained relationships.

I work from a multidisciplinary approach to accommodate the client’s needs. I meet the client where they are and assist them in accomplishing their goals. I have vast experience and education working with couples and families. Another area I work frequently with is trauma and I offer EMDR and other proven modalities to treat the client. I have also worked with addictions, and mental health issues such as anxiety disorders and depression. I have worked extensively with many diverse populations such as Aboriginal people, and many other ethnicities.

I bring with me over 25 years of experience working in education, mental health, and social work. I continue to work as a school counsellor and am an advocate for children, parents, and teachers. I enjoy working with teens, adults, and seniors who seek help with various issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, and life transitions. I am passionate about career counselling, workplace bullying and harassment, addictions, and working with parents/teens of blended families, or those experiencing high conflict divorces. Whether you seek to clarify values, address specific concerns, or examine decisions, therapy can help.

Is your relationship struggling? Do you keep having the same arguments over and over (and over)? Your partner and you want so badly to get back to the way you used to be, when you were able to talk and solve things like a team, but that feels nearly impossible right now. The stress of big transitions or crisis may have made things even more difficult, along with the challenges brought on by children, in-laws, and the responsibilities of day-to-day life. You’ve tried to improve these things on your own, but you can’t seem to get back on the same page. You’re both feeling frustrated, alone, and unsure of what to do.

I am a relationship specialist for couples and individuals. Do you want to revitalize your relationship and nurture a connection that will last a lifetime? I help couples create an environment that unconditional love can thrive within utilizing a three-step process to develop a deeper understanding of yourself and your partner, enhance foundational relationship building skills, and create a relationship plan to meet both your needs. Topics addressed include: communication, conflict resolution, intimacy, life goals, finances, decision making, shared responsibilities, parenting style differences, and recovering from infidelity.

I work with aduilts and children. My background is helping individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, family challenges, workplace and school difficulties. I have specializations in working wtih children and adults who have been neglected or abused (phyisical, psychological, emotional) and their family members. With adults, I can provide a safe space to work through depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, workplace conflict, and family break down. I also work with parents and children who are dealing with family and parenting challenges.

I am honoured to be able to support people in finding their path to healing. I believe that we have our own capacity to move through challenging times and feel that the therapeutic alliance is a priority. My approach is gentle and fairly eclectic, I tend to use the modality that best suits the clients needs while operating from an attachment based lens. I often utilize solution focused therapy, attachment based therapies, cognitive behavioural therapy, emotion focused therapy and have training in dyadic developmental psychotherapy, play therapy and EMDR.

I work with individuals and couples. I have helped people deal with a wide range of challenges from depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship breakdown, stress, burnout, grief and loss, self-esteem issues, and addictions. I have a strong background in working with individuals who are facing or who are on short or long term disability. My clients tell me that they find my sessions to be supportive, safe, and provide significant opportunity for growth and change that sticks over time. Many of my clients are referrals from prior clients.

I am passionate about helping and supporting adolescents and adults through life's many obstacles, such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, relationship issues, self-esteem, and job/academic performance issues. I work with Clients to identify their strengths and resources so they can use them to manage problems and find solutions so that each client can discover and reach their preferred outcome. I work with clients collaboratively, which means we both bring unique skills to the counselling session and work together towards the client's preferred outcome.

My skill sets, interests and ongoing training give me the expertise to help individuals dealing substance abuse and addictions issues, anxiety, depression, marital issues, grief/loss, trauma, sexual/gender orientation challenges, emotional-dysregulation (i.e. anger outbursts, rapid mood swings), boundary issues (i.e. difficulty saying “no”), communication difficulties, shame (i.e. feeling like you can never do anything right, not being ‘good enough’), identity ((i.e. impostor syndrome, role and place in family/community, handling life situation changes), and self-esteem.

I am Registered Provisional Psychologist with a master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from City University of Seattle. My primary area of experience has been in sexual trauma, as counsellor working at the Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton. However, in private practice, I see a variety of different individuals, children and adolescence, with unique and diverse needs. I treat PTSD and trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and many other life difficulties people may experience. My passion is working with anyone who feels like they need to be heard.

I approach each individual with compassion and empathy. My experience and education is broad - having worked in hospital and community settings, along with years of experience working privately with individuals, couples, and families. I am passionate about my work with each individual and strive to build rapport, connections, and provide strategies and tools for individuals to meet their goals and attain an overall life balance.

Life is full of unexpected events that can leave us feeling confused, lost, overwhelmed and sometimes alone. I understand that each story is unique. I am passionate about working with clients who are working through relationship concerns (separation, divorce, reconciliation), changing family structures (blended, step-family and parenting), as well as individual issues such as anxiety, depression, women’s issues and adolescent concerns. I work in collaboration with clients to assist in identifying core strengths. I keep a manageable client list so you aren’t left waiting weeks for an appointment. Book online today!

Alberta Trauma Services provides treatment and support services to those who have incurred Traumatic Psychological Injuries (TPI) and their associated challenges. People who attend our clinic are experiencing trauma symptoms that are severe enough to cause significant impairment in occupational, vocational, cognitive, family, social functioning, and activities of daily living. We know from research and evidence-based best practices that psychology, biology, supports, and our life experiences all have a part to play in Traumatic Psychological Injuries. We developed our services from the belief that with an experienced team, following evidence-based best practices, trauma and stress-related challenges are treatable. Over the years, we have seen many of our clients grow from severe symptoms to having a better and more fulfilled life. We view trauma as similar to a physical injury. Like a physical injury, trauma requires assessment (ex: x-ray), treatment (re-aligned and placed in a cast), the hard work to gain functionality (ex: physiotherapy) and most importantly time for all parts to heal. Like a broken arm, when it has healed it is actually stronger than before.