Female Therapists in Sturgeon County, AB
Welcome to my profile. I’m Cheryl Otterbein, a Master Therapeutic Counsellor specializing in C-PTSD, trauma, and grief—including complicated grief and prolonged grief disorder. I am committed to supporting individuals through all stages of healing, with a particular focus on men’s mental health, trauma recovery, and emotional well-being.
My approach integrates Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), clinical counselling hypnotherapy, and other evidence-based therapies. I tailor every session to meet your unique needs in a safe, collaborative
Welcome to my profile. I’m Cheryl Otterbein, a Master Therapeutic Counsellor specializing in C-PTSD, trauma, and grief—including complicated grief and prolonged grief disorder. I am committed to supporting individuals through all stages of healing, with a particular focus on men’s mental health, trauma recovery, and emotional well-being.
My approach integrates Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), clinical counselling hypnotherapy, and other evidence-based therapies. I tailor every session to meet your unique needs in a safe, collaborative
Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, especially when you’ve been carrying stress, anxiety, or painful experiences on your own for a long time. Many of the people I work with feel stuck in patterns of worry, self-criticism, or emotional pain that make everyday life exhausting. They often want to understand themselves better, feel more in control of their thoughts and emotions, and find ways to build resilience, regain balance, and move toward a life that feels more meaningful and manageable.
Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, especially when you’ve been carrying stress, anxiety, or painful experiences on your own for a long time. Many of the people I work with feel stuck in patterns of worry, self-criticism, or emotional pain that make everyday life exhausting. They often want to understand themselves better, feel more in control of their thoughts and emotions, and find ways to build resilience, regain balance, and move toward a life that feels more meaningful and manageable.
Sometimes our life gets pretty overwhelming, leaving us feeling like we are caught in a winter storm without any sight of warmer, brighter days. If your current life circumstances feel like more than you can cope with, I would love to help you utilize your strengths to find your way through this storm.
Sometimes our life gets pretty overwhelming, leaving us feeling like we are caught in a winter storm without any sight of warmer, brighter days. If your current life circumstances feel like more than you can cope with, I would love to help you utilize your strengths to find your way through this storm.
I have had the privilege of providing mental health support in a variety of capacities since 2013, including crisis management, advocacy, and community and private practice counselling. My focus is on helping clients identify their unique strengths to gain insight into their emotions and conquer unhelpful behaviour or thought patterns that no longer serve them.
I have had the privilege of providing mental health support in a variety of capacities since 2013, including crisis management, advocacy, and community and private practice counselling. My focus is on helping clients identify their unique strengths to gain insight into their emotions and conquer unhelpful behaviour or thought patterns that no longer serve them.
Do you find yourself overwhelmed by emotions, struggling to communicate, or feeling like your needs don’t matter? Maybe you’re caught in the same arguments with your partner, unsure how to break the cycle. Or perhaps low self-esteem leaves you questioning your worth and value in relationships and in life. You’re not alone. Many people feel stuck trying to manage emotions, maintain connection, and believe they deserve love and respect. I believe that people and relationships can heal and that emotional regulation, trust, and self-worth can grow with support and guidance. Maybe you are spiritually seeking? I can support your growth.
Do you find yourself overwhelmed by emotions, struggling to communicate, or feeling like your needs don’t matter? Maybe you’re caught in the same arguments with your partner, unsure how to break the cycle. Or perhaps low self-esteem leaves you questioning your worth and value in relationships and in life. You’re not alone. Many people feel stuck trying to manage emotions, maintain connection, and believe they deserve love and respect. I believe that people and relationships can heal and that emotional regulation, trust, and self-worth can grow with support and guidance. Maybe you are spiritually seeking? I can support your growth.
You are feeling overwhelmed by what seems like everything. Most days just seem heavy. You just want to feel like yourself again: calmer, happier, better regulated. You feel like all the relationships in your life both professional and personal seem like too much work. You want to run away but know you will not because you are dependable; everyone looks to you solve the problems at hand. " But what about me?" you wonder. Who is taking care of me? All you want is to have someone that will let you clear your head space without judgement.
You are feeling overwhelmed by what seems like everything. Most days just seem heavy. You just want to feel like yourself again: calmer, happier, better regulated. You feel like all the relationships in your life both professional and personal seem like too much work. You want to run away but know you will not because you are dependable; everyone looks to you solve the problems at hand. " But what about me?" you wonder. Who is taking care of me? All you want is to have someone that will let you clear your head space without judgement.
Specialization working with Public Safety Personnel: Firefighters, Corrections Officers, Paramedics, Police Officers, RCMP, Military & Veterans— Do you want someone to talk to, debrief with or process experiences? I provide comprehensive services. I can diagnose mental health disorders. I can treat addiction, trauma, acute psychological injury, PTSD and many other conditions. I do EMDR, Cognitive Therapy, and much more. I have first hand experience that helps me understand the nature of your work. I’m committed to helping you navigate the effects of cumulative stress to help you improve your wellbeing.
Specialization working with Public Safety Personnel: Firefighters, Corrections Officers, Paramedics, Police Officers, RCMP, Military & Veterans— Do you want someone to talk to, debrief with or process experiences? I provide comprehensive services. I can diagnose mental health disorders. I can treat addiction, trauma, acute psychological injury, PTSD and many other conditions. I do EMDR, Cognitive Therapy, and much more. I have first hand experience that helps me understand the nature of your work. I’m committed to helping you navigate the effects of cumulative stress to help you improve your wellbeing.
I firmly believe in the healing power of relationship and I strive to nurture my clients’ connection to loved ones and significant others. I believe that positive change starts with healthy individuals who then form healthy relationships and establish positive child-parent connections. These relationships give rise to healthy families and thriving communities. To me, empathy and compassion are at the heart of healthy connection and by creating a space for these qualities to flourish, we take the first steps toward healing.
I firmly believe in the healing power of relationship and I strive to nurture my clients’ connection to loved ones and significant others. I believe that positive change starts with healthy individuals who then form healthy relationships and establish positive child-parent connections. These relationships give rise to healthy families and thriving communities. To me, empathy and compassion are at the heart of healthy connection and by creating a space for these qualities to flourish, we take the first steps toward healing.
If you are interested in achieving your mental health wellness goals through a holistic approach, we would likely be a good fit. Through ongoing training and over 30 years experience, I can help with your trauma, wounding, pain, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, parenting, and most other life challenges. I generally work with older adolescents and adults and have worked with many first responders and Veterans Affairs clients.
If you are interested in achieving your mental health wellness goals through a holistic approach, we would likely be a good fit. Through ongoing training and over 30 years experience, I can help with your trauma, wounding, pain, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, parenting, and most other life challenges. I generally work with older adolescents and adults and have worked with many first responders and Veterans Affairs clients.
Hi, my name is Amy Geislinger. I believe therapy works best when rooted in a safe, supportive, and authentic relationship. When appropriate, I use humour to make the work a little lighter because I also think that therapy doesn't always need to be heavy. I am committed to helping people develop resilience while navigating anxiety, stress, challenging relationships, and childhood wounds. With 10 years as a junior high teacher, I enjoy supporting youth (12+) through life’s challenges and working with parents to strengthen connections with their children while addressing their own challenges.
Hi, my name is Amy Geislinger. I believe therapy works best when rooted in a safe, supportive, and authentic relationship. When appropriate, I use humour to make the work a little lighter because I also think that therapy doesn't always need to be heavy. I am committed to helping people develop resilience while navigating anxiety, stress, challenging relationships, and childhood wounds. With 10 years as a junior high teacher, I enjoy supporting youth (12+) through life’s challenges and working with parents to strengthen connections with their children while addressing their own challenges.
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On the outside, you are a Muslim woman who has had many accomplishments & is just going through a rough patch. On the inside, you've been feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, stuck & discouraged as self-help and distraction have not been helpful. The trauma you suffered is also showing up in the present. You're tired of feeling this way & are afraid of getting worse and of losing everything you worked for. You are seeking assistance that does not go against islam. You deserve an empathetic Muslim psychologist who's been there too, & can help you heal, & attain happiness and peace through effective, islamically-aligned therapy.
On the outside, you are a Muslim woman who has had many accomplishments & is just going through a rough patch. On the inside, you've been feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, stuck & discouraged as self-help and distraction have not been helpful. The trauma you suffered is also showing up in the present. You're tired of feeling this way & are afraid of getting worse and of losing everything you worked for. You are seeking assistance that does not go against islam. You deserve an empathetic Muslim psychologist who's been there too, & can help you heal, & attain happiness and peace through effective, islamically-aligned therapy.
As a Registered Provisional Psychologist in Alberta with a Master’s in Counselling Psychology, I strive to create a warm, collaborative space where you can explore your experiences, build on your strengths, and move toward meaningful change.
As a Registered Provisional Psychologist in Alberta with a Master’s in Counselling Psychology, I strive to create a warm, collaborative space where you can explore your experiences, build on your strengths, and move toward meaningful change.
I am a Registered Psychologist practicing in St. Albert, Alberta. I work primarily with children, adolescents, and young adults. I have 10+ years of experience working with children and youth in school based and residential settings. Growing up and navigating school, social media, peers, and relationships can be tough. I am passionate about helping youth to realize their strengths and reach their goals.
I am a Registered Psychologist practicing in St. Albert, Alberta. I work primarily with children, adolescents, and young adults. I have 10+ years of experience working with children and youth in school based and residential settings. Growing up and navigating school, social media, peers, and relationships can be tough. I am passionate about helping youth to realize their strengths and reach their goals.
Do emotions come on fast, hit hard and feel impossible to control; do you ever feel like the smallest thing can result in an intense emotional response? Is there a sense that you need to "be on" and alert at all times? Do you feel disconnected, detached, numb or like you are on auto-pilot, and struggle with knowing what you think, feel or need?
My goal is to offer a space that provides compassion and safety as we work together to increase awareness and understanding of yourself, connect with a sense of regulation and settling, and supports the conditions needed for recovery from stress and trauma, leading to growth and healing.
Do emotions come on fast, hit hard and feel impossible to control; do you ever feel like the smallest thing can result in an intense emotional response? Is there a sense that you need to "be on" and alert at all times? Do you feel disconnected, detached, numb or like you are on auto-pilot, and struggle with knowing what you think, feel or need?
My goal is to offer a space that provides compassion and safety as we work together to increase awareness and understanding of yourself, connect with a sense of regulation and settling, and supports the conditions needed for recovery from stress and trauma, leading to growth and healing.
Hi there! I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and I bring a compassionate, trauma-informed approach to my work with clients. My practice focuses on supporting individuals who are navigating challenges related to anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationship difficulties.
Whether you’re coping with past trauma, struggling with emotional regulation, or seeking to improve your relationships, I will work collaboratively with you to develop strategies and coping skills that align with your values and goals.
Hi there! I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and I bring a compassionate, trauma-informed approach to my work with clients. My practice focuses on supporting individuals who are navigating challenges related to anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationship difficulties.
Whether you’re coping with past trauma, struggling with emotional regulation, or seeking to improve your relationships, I will work collaboratively with you to develop strategies and coping skills that align with your values and goals.
Are you looking for an integrated approach to psychology that explores connections between mind/heart/body, intellect/intuition, spirituality/science, intention/action? Do you long to express the fullness of who you are? Would you like to explore how to thrive and not just survive? Through a holistic psychology approach, I support you in experimenting with creating the life you desire, one choice at a time. Within the collaborative therapeutic relationship, I honour your internal wisdom and creativity, which help guide the process of self-discovery, acceptance, and healing.
Are you looking for an integrated approach to psychology that explores connections between mind/heart/body, intellect/intuition, spirituality/science, intention/action? Do you long to express the fullness of who you are? Would you like to explore how to thrive and not just survive? Through a holistic psychology approach, I support you in experimenting with creating the life you desire, one choice at a time. Within the collaborative therapeutic relationship, I honour your internal wisdom and creativity, which help guide the process of self-discovery, acceptance, and healing.
Whatever road brought you to this page, welcome. I'm glad you are here. Do you feel lost or disconnected from yourself? Would you like to take steps to live a more authentic life? Do you want others to get to know the real you? Maybe you are wanting out of the closet, out of the shadows, or to have a space to explore your identity, sexuality or relationships. You might also be looking for a gender affirming therapist to support your journey as you begin or continue your transition. I take a holistic and anti-oppressive approach to mental health, and believe we all have the potential to grow, rewire our brains and heal.
Whatever road brought you to this page, welcome. I'm glad you are here. Do you feel lost or disconnected from yourself? Would you like to take steps to live a more authentic life? Do you want others to get to know the real you? Maybe you are wanting out of the closet, out of the shadows, or to have a space to explore your identity, sexuality or relationships. You might also be looking for a gender affirming therapist to support your journey as you begin or continue your transition. I take a holistic and anti-oppressive approach to mental health, and believe we all have the potential to grow, rewire our brains and heal.
If you are feeling the weight of substance use or facing mental health challenges while managing critical tasks in safety-sensitive roles, you know the stakes are high. These challenges might not only jeopardize your career but can deeply impact your personal life as well. It can be hard to concentrate at work, sustain healthy relationships, or maintain your well-being. This battle can make you feel isolated and powerless, complicating your ability to see a clear path forward. The good news is recovery is possible, and help is available to guide you to a healthier and more fulfilled life.
If you are feeling the weight of substance use or facing mental health challenges while managing critical tasks in safety-sensitive roles, you know the stakes are high. These challenges might not only jeopardize your career but can deeply impact your personal life as well. It can be hard to concentrate at work, sustain healthy relationships, or maintain your well-being. This battle can make you feel isolated and powerless, complicating your ability to see a clear path forward. The good news is recovery is possible, and help is available to guide you to a healthier and more fulfilled life.
At Erin Cape Psychological Services, Timber (therapy assistance dog in training) and I love working with clients who aren’t afraid to turn inward and look at feelings, thoughts, sensations, strengths, needs, and relational patterns to make better choices to support a meaningful life. Feelings work can be hard, so I aim to provide a non-judgmental space to develop our relationship, explore stressors and emotions, try new things, and set active goals for yourself. I provide both short and long-term therapy to best meet you where you're at in your self-development journey and help you meet your goals at a pace that suits you.
At Erin Cape Psychological Services, Timber (therapy assistance dog in training) and I love working with clients who aren’t afraid to turn inward and look at feelings, thoughts, sensations, strengths, needs, and relational patterns to make better choices to support a meaningful life. Feelings work can be hard, so I aim to provide a non-judgmental space to develop our relationship, explore stressors and emotions, try new things, and set active goals for yourself. I provide both short and long-term therapy to best meet you where you're at in your self-development journey and help you meet your goals at a pace that suits you.
Life often doesn’t go as planned & that’s ok! We all experience hard times. Let’s work together to achieve YOUR goals & explore your strengths. I believe you can lead a full & happy life while managing trauma, mental health or relationship stress. I believe in holistic healing. This means helping you to meet your emotional, physical, relational, & spiritual needs. One of my passions is to partner with nature, spirituality/ faith, & animals to create a safe space. I like to think outside the box & ideas of what therapy “should be “. We can be indoors or outdoors? Would you like our service Dog Doug to join our session ?
Life often doesn’t go as planned & that’s ok! We all experience hard times. Let’s work together to achieve YOUR goals & explore your strengths. I believe you can lead a full & happy life while managing trauma, mental health or relationship stress. I believe in holistic healing. This means helping you to meet your emotional, physical, relational, & spiritual needs. One of my passions is to partner with nature, spirituality/ faith, & animals to create a safe space. I like to think outside the box & ideas of what therapy “should be “. We can be indoors or outdoors? Would you like our service Dog Doug to join our session ?
Nearby Female Counsellors Searches for Sturgeon County
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
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.