Dementia Therapists in Spruce Grove, AB
Hello, thank you for taking the time to read through my bio. My name is Erin, and I am a practical, grounded, and gentle person that likes to find humor and excitement in everyday life. As a practitioner I am kind, empathetic, and understanding in my approach.
I believe that healing and true personal exploration can only occur when you feel fundamentally safe. I focus on creating a collaborative atmosphere where your story is respected at your own pace, and without judgement.
Hello, thank you for taking the time to read through my bio. My name is Erin, and I am a practical, grounded, and gentle person that likes to find humor and excitement in everyday life. As a practitioner I am kind, empathetic, and understanding in my approach.
I believe that healing and true personal exploration can only occur when you feel fundamentally safe. I focus on creating a collaborative atmosphere where your story is respected at your own pace, and without judgement.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
I enjoy working with individuals open to delving in to their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. I often see people struggling with negative or irrational thought patterns that can create emotional distress as well as challenges in relationships. The process of therapy may improve emotional regulation and positive behaviour changes resulting in overall increased life satisfaction.
I enjoy working with individuals open to delving in to their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. I often see people struggling with negative or irrational thought patterns that can create emotional distress as well as challenges in relationships. The process of therapy may improve emotional regulation and positive behaviour changes resulting in overall increased life satisfaction.
I believe the answers we seek are within us. We can uncover these answers through connection and support, and a better understanding of ourselves and how we interact in this busy, often chaotic world. As a Canadian Certified Counsellor, I bring a no-nonsense, practical approach to therapy. My core values—curiosity, empowerment, genuineness, and honesty—are central to my work and shape how I connect with clients and guide their journey toward well-being. I’m here to ask the meaningful questions you may have considered but felt unsure about addressing. Together, we can work through any challenge.
I believe the answers we seek are within us. We can uncover these answers through connection and support, and a better understanding of ourselves and how we interact in this busy, often chaotic world. As a Canadian Certified Counsellor, I bring a no-nonsense, practical approach to therapy. My core values—curiosity, empowerment, genuineness, and honesty—are central to my work and shape how I connect with clients and guide their journey toward well-being. I’m here to ask the meaningful questions you may have considered but felt unsure about addressing. Together, we can work through any challenge.
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Kells Psychology has been making wellness possible in Edmonton, Alberta since 1992. Our passion for helping children, individuals, couples, and families to grow and heal is at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we strive to empower our clients through counselling services, assessment services, and clinical programs that equip people with tangible skills and tools for healing. We also offer a wide variety of specialized services including trauma recovery, parent coaching, and specialized assessments.
Kells Psychology has been making wellness possible in Edmonton, Alberta since 1992. Our passion for helping children, individuals, couples, and families to grow and heal is at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we strive to empower our clients through counselling services, assessment services, and clinical programs that equip people with tangible skills and tools for healing. We also offer a wide variety of specialized services including trauma recovery, parent coaching, and specialized assessments.
I work with individuals, couples and groups who are impacted by grief, loss, depression, anxiety and trauma/PTSD. I strive to work collaboratively with individuals to uncover their strengths, express their feelings and work to adjust to challenging circumstances. I have additional training in perinatal mental health specializing in: infertility, IUI's, IVF, 3rd party consultations for donor, and surrogacy. I also work with individuals that have experienced miscarriage, a baby born still, any medical trauma/any type of birth trauma, PPA/PPD and NICU experiences.
I work with individuals, couples and groups who are impacted by grief, loss, depression, anxiety and trauma/PTSD. I strive to work collaboratively with individuals to uncover their strengths, express their feelings and work to adjust to challenging circumstances. I have additional training in perinatal mental health specializing in: infertility, IUI's, IVF, 3rd party consultations for donor, and surrogacy. I also work with individuals that have experienced miscarriage, a baby born still, any medical trauma/any type of birth trauma, PPA/PPD and NICU experiences.
Working from a holistic frame, I believe that the source for all healing and lasting change is rooted in the mind-body-spirit triad, as well as the family-community connection. I support persons of all ages and histories in finding those resources that may guide them towards experiencing greater satisfaction in their daily living, sense of well-being, and in their key relationships. Using a variety of approaches, I tailor the therapeutic experience to best match each client's needs at any given point in therapy.
Working from a holistic frame, I believe that the source for all healing and lasting change is rooted in the mind-body-spirit triad, as well as the family-community connection. I support persons of all ages and histories in finding those resources that may guide them towards experiencing greater satisfaction in their daily living, sense of well-being, and in their key relationships. Using a variety of approaches, I tailor the therapeutic experience to best match each client's needs at any given point in therapy.
Occasionally, we all experience feelings of unhappiness, restlessness, or "stuckness". Sometimes, we find ourselves struggling with a more pressing issue, such as depression, anxiety, dealing with trauma, life transitions, marital problems, or you may find yourself struggling with addiction. Regardless of whether you are looking to learn how to budget or for a therapist who can help you manage symptoms of past or present trauma; I am here to help.
Occasionally, we all experience feelings of unhappiness, restlessness, or "stuckness". Sometimes, we find ourselves struggling with a more pressing issue, such as depression, anxiety, dealing with trauma, life transitions, marital problems, or you may find yourself struggling with addiction. Regardless of whether you are looking to learn how to budget or for a therapist who can help you manage symptoms of past or present trauma; I am here to help.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
I am a specialized individual, couple, and family therapist. My practice is generalized, and I work with most areas of concern. Currently, my focus includes loneliness, worry, relationship conflict and lack of connection, differences in parenting approaches, and questions about compatibility in your relationships. My aim is to help you navigate difficult life situations and decisions with integrity, to strengthen you and your relationships, and to enhance your sense of ease, comfort, and confidence as you move through the world.
I am a specialized individual, couple, and family therapist. My practice is generalized, and I work with most areas of concern. Currently, my focus includes loneliness, worry, relationship conflict and lack of connection, differences in parenting approaches, and questions about compatibility in your relationships. My aim is to help you navigate difficult life situations and decisions with integrity, to strengthen you and your relationships, and to enhance your sense of ease, comfort, and confidence as you move through the world.
Dr. Erica Dunn
Psychologist, BA, MEd, PhD, RPsych
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6E
Waitlist for new clients
I am doctoral-trained psychologist working with individual adults and couples in Alberta. As a psychologist, I delight in building deep and meaningful relationships with my clients and sharing in the profoundly messy, complex, and rewarding journey that is being human. I believe we all suffer, we are all flawed, and we are all resilient and that through effective support and self-exploration, we have a remarkable capacity for growth and healing.
I am doctoral-trained psychologist working with individual adults and couples in Alberta. As a psychologist, I delight in building deep and meaningful relationships with my clients and sharing in the profoundly messy, complex, and rewarding journey that is being human. I believe we all suffer, we are all flawed, and we are all resilient and that through effective support and self-exploration, we have a remarkable capacity for growth and healing.
I have the passion dedication and desire to help people achieve their best version of themselves. I am empathetic and pride myself in building therapeutic relationships with my clients. We want you to feel comfortable here at Motion Forward Counselling and offer virtual mental health services by video or phone. With a profound respect and understanding of cultural diversity and inclusion towards all our client is key to our practice. We are NIHB providers and work closely with the Indigenous communities providing services in English and Arabic.
I have the passion dedication and desire to help people achieve their best version of themselves. I am empathetic and pride myself in building therapeutic relationships with my clients. We want you to feel comfortable here at Motion Forward Counselling and offer virtual mental health services by video or phone. With a profound respect and understanding of cultural diversity and inclusion towards all our client is key to our practice. We are NIHB providers and work closely with the Indigenous communities providing services in English and Arabic.
I can work with adolescents (15+), adults, and older adults.
I offer neuropsychological assessments (for questions of dementia, driving, return to work, brain injury, pre- and post-surgery, and other questions), psychoeducational assessments (for learning disabilities), ADHD assessments, concussion assessments/consultations, and counselling/psychotherapy for depression, anxiety, and insomnia.
I can work with adolescents (15+), adults, and older adults.
I offer neuropsychological assessments (for questions of dementia, driving, return to work, brain injury, pre- and post-surgery, and other questions), psychoeducational assessments (for learning disabilities), ADHD assessments, concussion assessments/consultations, and counselling/psychotherapy for depression, anxiety, and insomnia.
I have expertise working with children, adolescents, couples and families. This includes work with high risk youth, work with children who have been abused or neglected, and work with families in crisis. I have extensive Court experience, and have been appointed as a expert in the areas of counseling and clinical psychology. I have been appointed as a Parenting Expert in clinical interventions and custody evaluations. I have supported couples in developing skills to strengthen their relationships. I have experience assisting children, adolescents, and adults in dealing with anxiety, depression, Post traumatic stress disorder, Bipolar disorder, and other psychiatric diagnoses.
I have expertise working with children, adolescents, couples and families. This includes work with high risk youth, work with children who have been abused or neglected, and work with families in crisis. I have extensive Court experience, and have been appointed as a expert in the areas of counseling and clinical psychology. I have been appointed as a Parenting Expert in clinical interventions and custody evaluations. I have supported couples in developing skills to strengthen their relationships. I have experience assisting children, adolescents, and adults in dealing with anxiety, depression, Post traumatic stress disorder, Bipolar disorder, and other psychiatric diagnoses.
I help people who are struggling with anxiety, stress management, and burnout move through life with less tension. Change isn’t about lowering your standards or “trying harder” - it's about trying differently. By exploring the underlying systems that create these experiences therapy can help you understand how they are maintained, and how to create meaningful change without losing what matters most. I know that not all stressors can be changed, but I also believe we have the power to respond to them in ways that allow us to live a life that is aligned with what is important to us. Together we can explore what this means for you.
I help people who are struggling with anxiety, stress management, and burnout move through life with less tension. Change isn’t about lowering your standards or “trying harder” - it's about trying differently. By exploring the underlying systems that create these experiences therapy can help you understand how they are maintained, and how to create meaningful change without losing what matters most. I know that not all stressors can be changed, but I also believe we have the power to respond to them in ways that allow us to live a life that is aligned with what is important to us. Together we can explore what this means for you.
Have you experienced trauma that is negatively impacting your daily life? Are you experiencing performance anxiety, blocks, slumps, Focal Dystonia and/or want to expand performance/creativity? Do you have behaviors associated with craving, temporary relief, and long-term negative consequences that you are unable to stop? Brainspotting locates, targets, processes, and releases trauma in the brain and body, expanding performance and creativity, from the source. The Safe and Sound Protocol and Rest and Restore Protocol are listening therapies that can help you and your pets retune your nervous system and ensure therapy is successful.
Have you experienced trauma that is negatively impacting your daily life? Are you experiencing performance anxiety, blocks, slumps, Focal Dystonia and/or want to expand performance/creativity? Do you have behaviors associated with craving, temporary relief, and long-term negative consequences that you are unable to stop? Brainspotting locates, targets, processes, and releases trauma in the brain and body, expanding performance and creativity, from the source. The Safe and Sound Protocol and Rest and Restore Protocol are listening therapies that can help you and your pets retune your nervous system and ensure therapy is successful.
I specialize in:
- Anxiety
- Depression & burnout
- Life Transitions
- Relationships & Boundaries
- Trauma & Emotional Healing
- Women's issues (post-partum & menopause)
- Dementia/ Alzheimer's support
Struggling with Anxiety, Stress, or Life Transitions? Let’s navigate this together.
Hi, I’m Eva, a licensed Psychologist with over 20 years of experience, and helping people is my passion. I truly believe that no one should have to struggle alone. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, burnout, relationship challenges, or a major life transitions, I provide a practical, compassionate approach to help you gain clarity, confidence, and lasting relief.
I specialize in:
- Anxiety
- Depression & burnout
- Life Transitions
- Relationships & Boundaries
- Trauma & Emotional Healing
- Women's issues (post-partum & menopause)
- Dementia/ Alzheimer's support
Struggling with Anxiety, Stress, or Life Transitions? Let’s navigate this together.
Hi, I’m Eva, a licensed Psychologist with over 20 years of experience, and helping people is my passion. I truly believe that no one should have to struggle alone. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, burnout, relationship challenges, or a major life transitions, I provide a practical, compassionate approach to help you gain clarity, confidence, and lasting relief.
Welcome to the journey of self-discovery and healing. I'm Dr. Cedric Benning, a dedicated and passionate provisional psychologist with over five years of experience in the field of mental health. My professional journey has taken me across borders, allowing me to gain valuable insights and cultural perspectives that enrich my practice. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, compassion, and a deep understanding of the human experience. I specialize in providing clinical psychological services for individuals of all ages, from children and adolescents to adults.
Welcome to the journey of self-discovery and healing. I'm Dr. Cedric Benning, a dedicated and passionate provisional psychologist with over five years of experience in the field of mental health. My professional journey has taken me across borders, allowing me to gain valuable insights and cultural perspectives that enrich my practice. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, compassion, and a deep understanding of the human experience. I specialize in providing clinical psychological services for individuals of all ages, from children and adolescents to adults.
Amanda Balsillie, SW Dip, BSW, MSW, RSW. I take a holistic approach in therapy and want to make sure you are heard and what you are experiencing or going through is supported in therapy. I want every client to feel accepted, validated and empowered to continue in their personal journey. Please Note: I cannot direct bill to NIHB at the moment.
Amanda Balsillie, SW Dip, BSW, MSW, RSW. I take a holistic approach in therapy and want to make sure you are heard and what you are experiencing or going through is supported in therapy. I want every client to feel accepted, validated and empowered to continue in their personal journey. Please Note: I cannot direct bill to NIHB at the moment.
Concerns might include learning disabilities, ADHD, giftedness, memory decline, and other cognitive abilities.
I am a neuropsychologist with almost 20 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults. I conduct neuropsychological assessments and psychoeducational assessments (e.g., learning disabilities, ADHD, giftedness, etc). I also provide assessments that align with Transport Canada requirements (e.g., ADHD, comprehensive mental health, etc).
Concerns might include learning disabilities, ADHD, giftedness, memory decline, and other cognitive abilities.
I am a neuropsychologist with almost 20 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults. I conduct neuropsychological assessments and psychoeducational assessments (e.g., learning disabilities, ADHD, giftedness, etc). I also provide assessments that align with Transport Canada requirements (e.g., ADHD, comprehensive mental health, etc).
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Dementia Counsellors
Can dementia patients benefit from counselling?
Dementia patients can often benefit significantly from counselling. While neurologists typically treat dementia itself, counsellors provide crucial emotional support for patients and their families. Therapists specializing in dementia can help clients navigate aging, end-of-life issues, social isolation, sleep challenges, and grief. They can also assist clients in adapting to the disease by addressing caregiving concerns and supporting family members. Counsellors will often also collaborate with a patient's neurologist or other medical providers to manage dementia symptoms and medication needs.
How can you tell if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's?
To determine if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's disease, there are several signs and diagnostic methods that medical professionals use. Early signs of dementia often include memory loss, difficulty with problem-solving, and challenges in completing familiar tasks. Diagnosing dementia or Alzheimer's requires a comprehensive approach, as there is no single definitive test, and initial diagnosis can sometimes be difficult as symptoms tend to worsen progressively over time. To make a diagnosis, medical professionals typically use a combination of methods, including standardized questionnaires and cognitive tests to assess memory, attention, and problem-solving skills, psychiatric evaluations to understand mental health status, brain scans to look for physical changes in the brain, as well as other medical tests to rule out other conditions.
What are the first-line treatment options for Alzheimer’s disease?
There is no cure for Alzheimer's disease, but catching the disease in its early-to-moderate phases can be beneficial in order to initiate first-line treatments to help manage symptoms. Medications such as galantamine, rivastigmine, and donepezil are examples of cholinesterase inhibitors that are commonly prescribed for Alzheimer’s disease. In addition, working with a therapist or social worker can also often help patients with the disease address common behavioural and lifestyle concerns, such as anxiety, depression, irritability, sleep problems, social support, and housing changes.
When to seek treatment for Alzheimer’s?
It’s best to seek treatment at the first signs of Alzheimer's. Early warning signs of Alzheimer’s include memory problems, such as forgetting appointments or directions, as well as trouble concentrating, paying attention, retrieving words, and carrying out daily household tasks. An early diagnosis can help people slow the progression of the disease with medication and plan for the future in terms of housing, social/caregiving support, and finances.