Therapists in Sherwood Park, AB

I am a Registered Psychologist who has experience in both inpatient, and outpatient community settings providing individual, couples, family and group services to diverse populations and age ranges. I have extensive training in a number of therapy modalities however, I use an integrative structured approach to counselling mainly incorporating Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and EMDR. I am also able to complete psycho-educational assessment, social-emotional diagnostic assessments, as well as cognitive and memory assessments.

Why: I believe life is a journey, the people and experiences we engage with along the way shape who we are and who we become. I have had intimate encounters with addiction and mental health and the people who walked with me through those journeys were, are still important to me. What ever your reason for reaching out, whether it is a relationship concern, life goals, loss/grief or adjusting to life stressors. Maybe it’s a concern that impacts your mood, personality, and keeps you in a triggered anxious and depressive place, Lets journey together.

Does your anxiety keep you from what really matters in your life? Are you much harder on yourself than you would be to others? Do you get overwhelmed with feelings like anger, grief, or closeness with others, and the ways that you've learned to cope in the past are no longer serving you well? Individual psychotherapy can, and does, help. I am a Ph.D. level Clinical Psychologist who can help you understand the confusing patterns of thoughts and emotions that are keeping you feeling stuck.

I am a regular human being with real hardships and struggles just like you. Therapy shouldn't be odd, difficult, or full of questions you hate answering. Are you tired of being asked "So how do you feel about that?" in every therapy session? What about question's like "Why do you think that is?" & "What do you think you could do about that?" I imagine if you had the answer to those questions, you wouldn't be contacting me. If you want to have real, down to earth, practical conversations about what you are experiencing, as well as what might help, then I think you are in the right place.

Many individuals find themselves in stagnation in life, often stemming from trauma, burnout, or grief. This can manifest as overwhelming anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), low self-esteem, and difficulties adapting to daily life. Through my therapy services, I aim to assist individuals in overcoming these challenges in a holistic manner. I address the interconnected aspects of mind, body, and spirit, while leveraging their inherent strengths.

I rely on proven Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused and Narrative Therapy interventions to assist those who are dealing with stressful life events and challenging emotions. My Client-centered therapeutic foundation believes in people's inherent strength and wisdom to recover from adversity.

Are you finding difficulty coping with the stresses of life, relationships or your self-esteem? If this is you, it would be a privilege to support you with your mental health goals. I provide therapy for individuals who desire to seek healthier coping mechanisms and work towards becoming the best version of themselves. Together, we will navigate the treatment process by working to uncover some of the emotional and psychological challenges that have impeded your growth process. Whether you are an adult, adolescent or creatives, you are welcome!

Feeling distant from your spouse? Fighting with your teen? Struggling with anger, anxiety, depression, or addiction? Experienced trauma? I work with a variety of clients, but particularly enjoy problems in which clients that have felt misunderstood or mistreated. This includes working with adolescents, parent-teen conflict, relationship difficulties in both individuals and couples, addictions, anger or anxiety management, trauma, and Borderline Personality Disorder. In many of the clients I see, fear and confusion are often barriers to a satisfying life. Healing often comes through gaining confidence in areas one can control.

Chances are good if you're reading this profile, you're looking for some professional help. Whether it be individual counselling to help you through a major depressive episode, family therapy to defuse tension and endless fighting, or a consultation about your anxious toddler, depressed adolescent or teenager's self-harming behaviour, Carla's down-to-earth approach to therapy will have you comfortable in minutes and moving forward in a solution focused direction that YOU (not Carla) want to go.

I help people get unstuck from painful patterns of chaos, overwhelm, depression, isolation, unhelpful thinking, and self-sabotage so they are open to more possibilities of calmness, clarity, joy, connection, confidence, and self-worth. Providing an inclusive environment for individuals from diverse backgrounds, I offer therapy for individuals, couples, and groups to address challenges such as grief/loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, and relationship challenges.

I look forward to meeting with you & exploring the challenges you face today along with the supports & strengths you have developed. My aim is to create a hope-filled therapeutic environment; one of understanding & acceptance. In our work together we will explore the "enduring vulnerabilities" (unfinished business) that may be affecting your personal well-being & your emotional/relational health. I believe in nourishing the whole person: Body-Soul-Spirit (Mind-Will-Emotions) & I would be honored to work with you on your journey towards freedom. Chaz Wiebe, MPCC, RPC, Counselling Therapist, Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling, & Registered Professional Counsellor