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Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc.

Psychologist, MA, RPsych

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Suite 301, Westgrove Professional Building, 131 First Ave, Spruce Grove, AB T7X
Let's Connect (780) 719-5121
Photo of Dawn Marie Chalas - Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc., Psychologist, MA, RPsych
I provide therapy and formal assessment that is grounded in experience, honesty, and skill. I am a Registered Psychologist with training in both clinical and educational psychology, bringing extensive professional and lived experience to my work. I provide counselling exclusively for adults and assessment services for children and adults. My work is grounded in evidence-based practice and informed by a deep understanding of development, life transitions, and real-world challenges across the lifespan.
Counselling (Adults Only) Issues: Anxiety and mood concerns Life transitions and adjustment Trauma and grief Stress, burnout, and emotional regulation Identity, meaning, and personal growth Approaches: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) EMDR Solution-Focused Therapy
Assessment (Children & Adults): Psycho-educational assessments (cognitive/IQ and academic) Autism spectrum assessments ADHD assessment and consultation Behavioural and learning concerns If you’re seeking experienced, thoughtful support or a clear, respectful assessment, I invite you to reach out. Note: Fees in accordance with PAA
Take the first step to help. Call or Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc. now - (780) 719-5121

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Aspire Counselling and Psychology

Suite 301, Westgrove Professional Building

131 First Ave

Spruce Grove, AB T7X map

(780) 719-5121
Website
Therapy grounded in experience, honesty, and skill.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Autism and Life Transitions 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (780) 719-5121
Photo of Dawn Marie Chalas - Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc., Psychologist, MA, RPsych

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Aspire Counselling and Psychology

Suite 301, Westgrove Professional Building

131 First Ave

Spruce Grove, AB T7X map

(780) 719-5121
Website
Therapy grounded in experience, honesty, and skill.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Autism and Life Transitions 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Payment Methods

Cash, Cheque, Mastercard, Visa
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We direct bill to insurance companies that allow us to offer that service.
Photo of Dawn Marie Chalas - Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc., Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc.
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
or call with questions - (780) 719-5121
"
We direct bill to insurance companies that allow us to offer that service.
Photo of Dawn Marie Chalas - Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc., Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc.
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
or call with questions - (780) 719-5121

Qualifications

    Psychologist: Dawn Marie Chalas

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Alberta / 3611 Dawn Marie Chalas
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 20 years
  • Attended University of Calgary
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Hypnosis Society of Alberta; Gottman Training;Trauma; PTSD;Grief Hypnosis; relationships / 2010
  • Certificate from University of Calgary - autism assessment 2018
Photo of Dawn Marie Chalas - Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc., Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc.
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (780) 719-5121
Photo of Dawn Marie Chalas - Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc., Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc.
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (780) 719-5121

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Autism
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obesity
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • relational,sexual, and infedelity issues
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Testing and Evaluation
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
Photo of Dawn Marie Chalas - Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc., Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc.
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Do these issues align with your needs? or (780) 719-5121
Photo of Dawn Marie Chalas - Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc., Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc.
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Do these issues align with your needs? or (780) 719-5121

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Gottman Method
  • Humanistic
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Integrative
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Person Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Positive Psychology
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Dawn Marie Chalas - Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc., Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc.
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (780) 719-5121
Photo of Dawn Marie Chalas - Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc., Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc.
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (780) 719-5121

Location

Primary Location

Aspire Counselling and Psychology

Suite 301, Westgrove Professional Building

131 First Ave

Spruce Grove, AB T7X

(780) 719-5121

Nearby Areas

Postal Codes

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Therapy grounded in experience, honesty, and skill.
Photo of Dawn Marie Chalas - Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc., Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc.
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Take the first step to help. Call now - (780) 719-5121
"
Therapy grounded in experience, honesty, and skill.
Photo of Dawn Marie Chalas - Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc., Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Aspire Counselling and Psychology Inc.
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Take the first step to help. Call now - (780) 719-5121