Attachment-based Therapists in Taber, AB

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Jennifer Thibodeau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, CSAT-S
Verified Verified
Taber, AB T1G
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker who has maintained a thriving private practice for well over 30 years assisting couples, individuals and families in a variety of life areas. Many struggles such as anxiety, grief & loss, addiction, depression and anxiety can be rooted in trauma experiences. There is hope! As a trained trauma professional I can work with you to explore and help heal these traumas in a safe, supportive and confidential environment.
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker who has maintained a thriving private practice for well over 30 years assisting couples, individuals and families in a variety of life areas. Many struggles such as anxiety, grief & loss, addiction, depression and anxiety can be rooted in trauma experiences. There is hope! As a trained trauma professional I can work with you to explore and help heal these traumas in a safe, supportive and confidential environment.
(855) 795-9816 View (855) 795-9816
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Kayla Shore
Psychologist, MEd
Verified Verified
Taber, AB T1G
At Shore Psychological we believe in meeting a client where they are at and operating from a collaborative approach. Shore Psychological is excited to welcome their new practitioner Michael! Michael is a Canadian Certified Counsellor, he will be providing virtual counselling services to clients age 17+ and is currently accepting new clients. Michael practices using a Humanistic approach which uses a mixed methods approach to create a plan best suited to the clients’ needs. This can include IFS (training in progress), CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, and Gottman (training in progress).
At Shore Psychological we believe in meeting a client where they are at and operating from a collaborative approach. Shore Psychological is excited to welcome their new practitioner Michael! Michael is a Canadian Certified Counsellor, he will be providing virtual counselling services to clients age 17+ and is currently accepting new clients. Michael practices using a Humanistic approach which uses a mixed methods approach to create a plan best suited to the clients’ needs. This can include IFS (training in progress), CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, and Gottman (training in progress).
(587) 602-2357 View (587) 602-2357
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Caitlin Slavens
Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
Taber, AB T1G
Are you looking for a caring professional to help you with anxiety/depression or work through traumatic life experiences you have had? Are you a parent whose child/teen is struggling? I am a registered psychologist with specific training and experience related to trauma with children, teens, and adults. I am certified to practice EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) and have received trauma focused training at the Rocky Mountain Play Therapy Institute. I integrate interventions from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, solution focused therapy, play therapy, and somatic therapy.
Are you looking for a caring professional to help you with anxiety/depression or work through traumatic life experiences you have had? Are you a parent whose child/teen is struggling? I am a registered psychologist with specific training and experience related to trauma with children, teens, and adults. I am certified to practice EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) and have received trauma focused training at the Rocky Mountain Play Therapy Institute. I integrate interventions from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, solution focused therapy, play therapy, and somatic therapy.
(587) 803-3678 View (587) 803-3678
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Shareen Price
Psychologist, BA, MACP
Verified Verified
Taber, AB T1G
I am a skilled and compassionate Registered Psychologist that enjoys working with individual adults and teens. I specialize in treating trauma, depression and anxiety (including pre- and post-natal), and stress. I have a special interest in working with medical professionals and public safety personnel as well as individuals who have been harmed by religion. All of my experience has led me to believe that we are all capable of healing, but that in order to move in that direction, we need a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental environment to be able to explore current and past difficulties and how our minds and bodies respond.
I am a skilled and compassionate Registered Psychologist that enjoys working with individual adults and teens. I specialize in treating trauma, depression and anxiety (including pre- and post-natal), and stress. I have a special interest in working with medical professionals and public safety personnel as well as individuals who have been harmed by religion. All of my experience has led me to believe that we are all capable of healing, but that in order to move in that direction, we need a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental environment to be able to explore current and past difficulties and how our minds and bodies respond.
(825) 250-3716 View (825) 250-3716
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Lethbridge Counselling Services
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Taber, AB T1G
We are a dynamic team of mental health professionals, 18 in total, with varying backgrounds, specialties and areas of expertise, working in the heart of downtown Lethbridge. We work with individuals (children, teens and adults), couples and families. Please visit our website to see all of our therapist bios and to learn more about our services! Book online or send us an email!
We are a dynamic team of mental health professionals, 18 in total, with varying backgrounds, specialties and areas of expertise, working in the heart of downtown Lethbridge. We work with individuals (children, teens and adults), couples and families. Please visit our website to see all of our therapist bios and to learn more about our services! Book online or send us an email!
(825) 600-5739 View (825) 600-5739
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Karen Wind Vandenberg
Counsellor, MC, CCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Taber, AB T1G
I work with Christian clients who are struggling with anxiety and stress due to issues like relationship conflicts, home and work life overwhelm, mental health diagnoses, grief and loss, and church hurt. Many of my clients find having a trauma-informed space where their faith is understood and not judged to be very helpful as they gain insight and learn how to cope with life's challenges.
I work with Christian clients who are struggling with anxiety and stress due to issues like relationship conflicts, home and work life overwhelm, mental health diagnoses, grief and loss, and church hurt. Many of my clients find having a trauma-informed space where their faith is understood and not judged to be very helpful as they gain insight and learn how to cope with life's challenges.
(587) 818-6338 View (587) 818-6338
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Chrissy Stanko
Counsellor, CCC, CT, BN,RN
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Taber, AB T1G  (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping clients navigate their internal emotional world and move forward in life with grace and resilience. I naturally blend practical life skills and powerful internal insights around emotions, relationships and self understanding. I am not afraid of the dark or the messy, and my depth is matched by my compassion. I bring wisdom and trustworthiness to every interaction, helping clients find new meaning and more ease. If you have struggled with emotions either feeling none at all or too many at once, this is where I have found passion as being a therapist.
I am passionate about helping clients navigate their internal emotional world and move forward in life with grace and resilience. I naturally blend practical life skills and powerful internal insights around emotions, relationships and self understanding. I am not afraid of the dark or the messy, and my depth is matched by my compassion. I bring wisdom and trustworthiness to every interaction, helping clients find new meaning and more ease. If you have struggled with emotions either feeling none at all or too many at once, this is where I have found passion as being a therapist.
(825) 808-0617 View (825) 808-0617
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Danielle Geissler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Taber, AB T1G
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome to my profile! If you have ever been told you are "too emotional, too sensitive, or too much" or you find your emotions take the lead in conversations and relationships we would likely work well together! I am a holistic and relational therapist and I honour and appreciate how difficult it can be to reach out for help when we are feeling our most vulnerable. I offer a warm and compassionate space to be curious about thoughts, emotions, and insights without judgement or bias. In my practice I provide a place to process the past, explore the present, and plan for the future.
Welcome to my profile! If you have ever been told you are "too emotional, too sensitive, or too much" or you find your emotions take the lead in conversations and relationships we would likely work well together! I am a holistic and relational therapist and I honour and appreciate how difficult it can be to reach out for help when we are feeling our most vulnerable. I offer a warm and compassionate space to be curious about thoughts, emotions, and insights without judgement or bias. In my practice I provide a place to process the past, explore the present, and plan for the future.
(825) 250-3413 View (825) 250-3413
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Michael Pols
Counsellor, CCC, MACP
Verified Verified
Taber, AB T1G  (Online Only)
At Shore Psychological we believe in meeting a client where they are at and operating from a collaborative approach, developing a plan around the clients specific needs to create the best possible outcomes. Michael is a Canadian Certified Counsellor, he will be providing virtual counselling services to clients age 17+ and is currently accepting new clients. Michael practices using a Humanistic approach which uses a mixed methods approach to create a plan best suited to the clients’ needs. This can include IFS (training in progress), CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, and Gottman (training in progress).
At Shore Psychological we believe in meeting a client where they are at and operating from a collaborative approach, developing a plan around the clients specific needs to create the best possible outcomes. Michael is a Canadian Certified Counsellor, he will be providing virtual counselling services to clients age 17+ and is currently accepting new clients. Michael practices using a Humanistic approach which uses a mixed methods approach to create a plan best suited to the clients’ needs. This can include IFS (training in progress), CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, and Gottman (training in progress).
(825) 535-3694 View (825) 535-3694
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Greenthorpe Consulting Corp.
Psychologist, RPsych
Verified Verified
Taber, AB T1G
Not accepting new clients
My approach to EMDR is through an attachment-based lens.
As a Registered Psychologist, I enjoy working with individuals (18+) who want to learn how to live more balanced and fulfilling lives and improve their emotional well being. I offer help for dealing with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, phobias, and past traumas. With a wealth of life experience to inform my practice, my approaches to therapy include standard interventions such as CBT in addition to more mindfulness- and body-based therapies such as Somatic Experiencing. I am an EMDR Certified Therapist with the EMDR International Association.
My approach to EMDR is through an attachment-based lens.
As a Registered Psychologist, I enjoy working with individuals (18+) who want to learn how to live more balanced and fulfilling lives and improve their emotional well being. I offer help for dealing with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, phobias, and past traumas. With a wealth of life experience to inform my practice, my approaches to therapy include standard interventions such as CBT in addition to more mindfulness- and body-based therapies such as Somatic Experiencing. I am an EMDR Certified Therapist with the EMDR International Association.
(825) 605-4559 View (825) 605-4559

Online Therapists

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Tobi Ceh
Psychologist, MC, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Medicine Hat, AB T1A
Waitlist for new clients
In addition to a Masters in Counselling, I have specialized training in attachment-based EMDR, Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
Currently I am only accepting new clients from existing contracts (police, fire and medical staff). However, other therapists in my clinic, MindScape Psychology, are accepting a full range of clientele. My job is to walk alongside people who have suffered psychological or moral injury in their line of work. Together we work to seek relief from the ripple effects of trauma, depression, anxiety and addiction and to build the future they want for themselves.
In addition to a Masters in Counselling, I have specialized training in attachment-based EMDR, Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
Currently I am only accepting new clients from existing contracts (police, fire and medical staff). However, other therapists in my clinic, MindScape Psychology, are accepting a full range of clientele. My job is to walk alongside people who have suffered psychological or moral injury in their line of work. Together we work to seek relief from the ripple effects of trauma, depression, anxiety and addiction and to build the future they want for themselves.
(587) 200-9782 View (587) 200-9782
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Sky Bender
Counsellor, CCC, MACP, BHSc, ACD
Verified Verified
Medicine Hat, AB T1A
Although I use a variety of different approaches depending on my client's unique needs, I tend to practice from an attachment-based and humanistic approach.
I primarily work with adults and teens who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, and issues relating to gender and sexuality. Creating an affirming and secure space for all is of the upmost importance to me. Everyone deserves to be seen and heard as their authentic selves, for this is where I believe the bulk of healing happens. In addition to being a Canadian Certified Counsellor, I am currently working towards attaining my Registered Provisional Psychologist status.
Although I use a variety of different approaches depending on my client's unique needs, I tend to practice from an attachment-based and humanistic approach.
I primarily work with adults and teens who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, and issues relating to gender and sexuality. Creating an affirming and secure space for all is of the upmost importance to me. Everyone deserves to be seen and heard as their authentic selves, for this is where I believe the bulk of healing happens. In addition to being a Canadian Certified Counsellor, I am currently working towards attaining my Registered Provisional Psychologist status.
(587) 850-0693 View (587) 850-0693
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Mikaela Grigg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lethbridge, AB T1J
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Mikaela Grigg and I am a Master’s level Registered Social Worker who has been working in the field since 2013. I also have gone on to complete additional specialized training regarding trauma treatment, therapeutic play, and attachment-based therapies, including my EMDR Parent-Child Attachment Specialist Certification. I value building strong therapeutic relationships, built on trust, patience, and genuine connection, so those who come into my office feel safe and supported as they share about their challenges, and we work towards their goals together. I provide counselling services for adults, youth and children.
My name is Mikaela Grigg and I am a Master’s level Registered Social Worker who has been working in the field since 2013. I also have gone on to complete additional specialized training regarding trauma treatment, therapeutic play, and attachment-based therapies, including my EMDR Parent-Child Attachment Specialist Certification. I value building strong therapeutic relationships, built on trust, patience, and genuine connection, so those who come into my office feel safe and supported as they share about their challenges, and we work towards their goals together. I provide counselling services for adults, youth and children.
(825) 809-5453 View (825) 809-5453
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Heather Rowland Quiet Healing Counselling And Yoga
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW, CYA-RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lethbridge, AB T1J
I enjoy traveling alongside people who are curious about their healing and personal growth. I work with a wide range of concerns including life transitions, emotional regulation, and complex and relational trauma including historical abuse, neglect and systemic oppression. I may be a good fit for folks who are experiencing life transitions and looking for ways to live a more whole, authentic and present life.
I enjoy traveling alongside people who are curious about their healing and personal growth. I work with a wide range of concerns including life transitions, emotional regulation, and complex and relational trauma including historical abuse, neglect and systemic oppression. I may be a good fit for folks who are experiencing life transitions and looking for ways to live a more whole, authentic and present life.
(587) 800-5282 View (587) 800-5282
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Scott Wensmann
Psychologist, BA, MC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lethbridge, AB T1H
*Accepting new clients*. I am dedicated to working with individuals to make lasting and meaningful change in their lives. Through a collaborative partnership, meaningful goals and interventions can be established that empower individuals to explore the possibilities that exist in their lives to maximize their personal growth.
*Accepting new clients*. I am dedicated to working with individuals to make lasting and meaningful change in their lives. Through a collaborative partnership, meaningful goals and interventions can be established that empower individuals to explore the possibilities that exist in their lives to maximize their personal growth.
(587) 329-3673 View (587) 329-3673
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Renee Dumas
Counsellor, CCC, C-DMHC
Verified Verified
Lethbridge, AB T1K
Now Offering Walk & Talk Sessions! Are you looking for new ways forward in life? Do you need the space to explore your needs and work towards your dreams? Let’s work together to learn new skills and new ways of being that help you help you heal well and live a fuller life. We’ll find what works for you and use your strengths to repair what’s not working anymore. We’ll talk about your dreams and what you WANT to see happen in your life. Then we’ll get to setting you up to actually ENJOY what you’ve worked so hard to create by living with authenticity, great boundaries, contagious self-confidence, and firm self-respect.
Now Offering Walk & Talk Sessions! Are you looking for new ways forward in life? Do you need the space to explore your needs and work towards your dreams? Let’s work together to learn new skills and new ways of being that help you help you heal well and live a fuller life. We’ll find what works for you and use your strengths to repair what’s not working anymore. We’ll talk about your dreams and what you WANT to see happen in your life. Then we’ll get to setting you up to actually ENJOY what you’ve worked so hard to create by living with authenticity, great boundaries, contagious self-confidence, and firm self-respect.
(587) 887-2887 View (587) 887-2887
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Shannon Martin Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Medicine Hat, AB T1A
As a Humanistic Therapist, therfore I seek to work in tandem with people to come to understand how their worldview affects life choices, especially when one is in distress. I believe that you are the best person to understand your experiences and needs, my role is simply to guide and support the process. My approach is a balance of helping people to better understand their experiences and offering guidance and support, all the while ensuring I am not interpreting one's feelings. You are viewed as the expert in your life. I will support self-acceptance by providing empathy as you work on personal growth to achieve positive changes.
As a Humanistic Therapist, therfore I seek to work in tandem with people to come to understand how their worldview affects life choices, especially when one is in distress. I believe that you are the best person to understand your experiences and needs, my role is simply to guide and support the process. My approach is a balance of helping people to better understand their experiences and offering guidance and support, all the while ensuring I am not interpreting one's feelings. You are viewed as the expert in your life. I will support self-acceptance by providing empathy as you work on personal growth to achieve positive changes.
(587) 813-0163 View (587) 813-0163
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Erika Miller
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Medicine Hat, AB T1A
Erika Miller is a Registered Psychologist in Medicine Hat, Alberta. Erika is dedicated to helping people improve their lives. Getting help can be challenging. Erika works with a variety of individuals including children, adolescents, and adults who may be experiencing difficulties with anxiety, depression, stress and self-care, low self-esteem, grief, work/life balance, loneliness and relationship difficulties. Appointments may be scheduled online at : empsychology.janeapp.com
Erika Miller is a Registered Psychologist in Medicine Hat, Alberta. Erika is dedicated to helping people improve their lives. Getting help can be challenging. Erika works with a variety of individuals including children, adolescents, and adults who may be experiencing difficulties with anxiety, depression, stress and self-care, low self-esteem, grief, work/life balance, loneliness and relationship difficulties. Appointments may be scheduled online at : empsychology.janeapp.com
(587) 207-5098 View (587) 207-5098
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Carolina Hall
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Medicine Hat, AB T1A
Hi! My name is Carolina Hall and I am a Registered Psychologist practicing in Alberta (Medicine Hat) and BC (Lower-mainland). I provide counselling, consulting and assessment services. I specialize in working with children, teens, adults and their families. I have extensive training in play therapy and am a Certified Play Therapy Supervisor. I also use such modalities as CBT, DBT, EMDR and Emotion-Focused Therapy. I provide consultation for children who have behavioral and/or emotional issues. As well as complete Autism, ADHD (socio-emotional) and Psycho-Educational Assessments.
Hi! My name is Carolina Hall and I am a Registered Psychologist practicing in Alberta (Medicine Hat) and BC (Lower-mainland). I provide counselling, consulting and assessment services. I specialize in working with children, teens, adults and their families. I have extensive training in play therapy and am a Certified Play Therapy Supervisor. I also use such modalities as CBT, DBT, EMDR and Emotion-Focused Therapy. I provide consultation for children who have behavioral and/or emotional issues. As well as complete Autism, ADHD (socio-emotional) and Psycho-Educational Assessments.
(587) 851-5851 View (587) 851-5851
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Bobbi Bradley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lethbridge, AB T1J
With a strong background in mental health and addiction from working in the public health care system, along with being a facilitator for a complex trauma group, I have experience with many different challenges that people face from trauma, anxiety and depression to relationship issues, communication struggles and difficulty with emotional regulation. The main therapeutic modalities that I incorporate into my practice are eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and solutions-focused brief therapy (SFBT) along with having a strengths-based, client-centred approach.
With a strong background in mental health and addiction from working in the public health care system, along with being a facilitator for a complex trauma group, I have experience with many different challenges that people face from trauma, anxiety and depression to relationship issues, communication struggles and difficulty with emotional regulation. The main therapeutic modalities that I incorporate into my practice are eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and solutions-focused brief therapy (SFBT) along with having a strengths-based, client-centred approach.
(825) 255-5151 View (825) 255-5151

Attachment-based Counsellors

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.