Body Positivity Therapists in Edmonton, AB

Welcome! I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist in Alberta currently accepting new clients. I provide counselling to seniors, adults, young adults and teens. I am experienced in a variety of mental health concerns including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and LGBTQ2S+ experiences. I have a special interest in working with chronic pain, those who have experienced domestic violence, disordered eating concerns such as body positivity, binge eating, and influences of diet culture. I am currently training in Somatic Experiencing where I utilize body/somatic focused techniques for trauma resolution.

Do you want to stop feeling consumed with thoughts of food or 'dieting', and feel more in charge of your eating behaviours? Do you want to find self-acceptance, and feel more at peace with your body? Incorporate movement in a joyful way? You are in the right place! I bring a unique skillset to the therapy process - I am educated in personal training and basic nutrition spending many years engrossed in the gym 'diet-culture. I believe that all bodies should move for enjoyment, as a positive coping strategy, and for overall health.

I am a compassionate and empathic Psychologist who truly believes that all people have the strengths and abilities to bring about change in their own lives and are an expert in their own lived experience. I specialize in working with children and adults who experience concerns including anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD, behavioural issues, emotional regulation concerns, self-esteem, body positivity, and trauma. I also enjoy working with parents and families.

It can be hard to enjoy life, especially when our innermost thoughts and automatic reactions are difficult or painful. It can feel like we are "stuck" on autopilot causing many areas of our life to feel unsatisfying, stressful, or overwhelming. I enjoy helping people to get "unstuck" from the symptoms of stress that they have been trying to manage (panic, anxiety, relationship issues, reactivity, etc). By reducing chronically held tension in our nervous system, we may better manage our responsibilities, our relationships, and recover ourselves easier. Therapy can help restore an inner calm and can help you come back to yourself.

Hi, I'm glad you're here. I'm Whitney, and I'm a Registered Psychologist. I work with adults on a range of concerns. In all my work, I am guided by the following values: honesty, curiosity, and fun. In therapy, this means that I aim to be transparent about what we're doing and why (if you're someone who needs to know the why before you engage in something-I see you), I seek feedback from clients to ensure therapy is meeting their needs and adapt the process when needed. I also take the opportunity to use creativity and humour to enhance therapy.

Life is riddled with unexpected surprises and challenges that can move us out of line from who we want to be. Sometimes we need help identifying our blind spots to find our footing again and get back on track. Together we can explore your strengths and values so that you can live more authentically with purpose. I work with individuals struggling with issues of self-worth/confidence, anxiety, disordered eating, and trauma (grief/loss, familial issues, difficulties maintaining relationships, and trusting others). Working alongside you, we can go below the surface and address the deeper patterns that are leaving you feeling stuck.

BIPOC Healing and Wellness Centre is a specialized service tailored to provide anti-racist, decolonizing, intersectional feminist & culturally-informed therapy to individuals, couples, families & groups who identify as Black, Indigenous & People of Colour (BIPOC) in Alberta. Our centre was born on the idea that racialized folks need & deserve access to healing & wellness supports that are representative of our unique lived experiences, cultures, societal barriers, systemic oppression & marginalization. We specialize in therapy for BIPOC mental health, grief, intergenerational & racial trauma and healing from racism & discrimination.

As an Intern Mental Health Therapist and certified Grief Recovery Specialist, I strive to create a non-judgemental, validating space for individuals to explore their thoughts and emotions. I use an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from therapeutic models that foster strength, acceptance, and change such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and EMDR. I have worked with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, emotion dysregulation, Autism, and trauma. The majority of my experience is with adolescents and young adults, but I welcome individuals of all ages and backgrounds.

Welcome to the therapy experience you never knew you needed - where authenticity is the golden rule, the secret ingredients are warmth & kindness, & laughter is as celebrated as therapy wins. Whether you are a seasoned therapy pro or just dipping your toes into the therapy world, I promise to meet you where you're at & walk with you through your therapy journey. I work with individuals & couples from all walks of life & of (almost) all ages to navigate PTSD, depression, anxiety, self-identity, conflicts, emotion regulation, trauma, boundaries, self-harm, suicidal ideation, sexual dysfunction, stress, relationships & sexuality.

Are you ready to take the first step toward a brighter future? I'm a compassionate and experienced therapist dedicated to helping you break cycles of trauma and overcome life's challenges. I specialize in providing support for anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting, and relationship issues.

Welcome! I might be a good match for you as a therapist if you want support around existential, sexual, or relationship issues. Existential issues might include exploring meaning and purpose in life. Sexual issues might include things like processing shame and moving toward a picture of sexual health and wellness - whatever that looks like for you. Relationship issues might include deepening your understanding of your relationship with yourself, your family of origin, your chosen family, your partner/s, and/or your community.

Welcome to a space where diversity is not only acknowledged but celebrated—a space where the unique experiences and challenges faced by racialized individuals are understood and honoured. Maybe you've experienced racial trauma, microaggressions, systemic inequalities, intergenerational trauma or lack of belonging as you navigate multiple cultures. Let's explore the specific dynamics and needs you hold to reclaim your authentic identity - you can expect that I will show up as my authentic self to walk alongside you in this vulnerable and enriching process.

You deserve to walk in this world- Authentic, Courageous, Joyful! I can walk alongside you on your journey to bridge between your current Self and your Goal Self. Let's creatively transform your current Relationship towards your Goal Relationship, as you define it. Together we can resolve conflicts, improve communication, reduce distress, and increase your self-esteem. Counselling helps to encourage positive thinking and behaviors towards clarity and wellbeing. "The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don't have any." Alice Walker

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to cope? Do you need a professional who is respectful, gentle, and can provide a safe and nonjudgmental atmosphere in which you can voice your concerns? If you want to heal your emotional pain and restore your self-worth, please reach out to me. You don't need to go through this alone.

You feel overwhelmed and defeated. Regardless of how hard you try, you feel like you aren’t good enough. You struggle to live up to the expectations that you have for yourself and that everyone seems to have for you. These feelings may show up in your relationships with partner(s), family, or friends; in your career; or even in how you relate to your body. Maybe the seeds of self-doubt were planted by a well-meaning person in your life. Maybe they come from your social media feed or societal expectations to be perfect. You wish you could let go of the pressure and live a more fulfilling and authentic life.

Facing sexual difficulties? Struggling with communication in your relationship, low desire, or genital pain? Unsure about discussing kinks/fetishes or opening up your relationship? Your experience may not mirror movies - body not cooperating, mind wandering, unable to enjoy yourself. You are not alone, and it's not about love or compatibility. I'm here to help. Empowering your sexuality and advocating for your sexual health and intimacy is what I strive for most! I hope to provide you with an opportunity to reclaim your sexuality in a safe, supportive, non-judgmental atmosphere where you're validated, empathized with and understood.

Weaving through your strengths and resources, I bring in my lived experience as someone who has had to re-start a few things in life. I believe it is never too late to embark on a journey to achieve better health. I studied, worked and lived in 4 different continents: Africa, Europe, Asia and North America and I'm passionate about walking alongside families, youths, seniors and individuals from diverse backgrounds on their journey to whole health as they harness their internal and external resources to get to optimum mental health. As a Christian, my approach to work is based on Amos 3:3- “Can two walk together unless they agree?”

Starting therapy can be a daunting task and you have taken the first step in your journey by reaching this profile. I offer you a warm Hello and Congratulations on taking this first big step. My name is Cozy Kumaria and I am a Registered Psychologist. My main focus is to provide my clients with a safe and non-judgmental space while assisting the client to foster a sense of meaning and empowerment within their lives. I focus on developing a strong therapeutic rapport with my clients while working collaboratively with them on their goals. I do not believe that “one size fits all” as such I follow an eclectic approach to therapy.

I primarily use IFS (internal family systems), EMDR (eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing), and somatic therapies to help clients heal from and cope more effectively with difficulties having to do with mood disorders, eating disorders, ADHD, addiction, sexual abuse, complex trauma (i.e. repeated painful experiences of betrayal, abandonment, or boundary violations); grief, disrupted attachment in early childhood, as well as experiences of discrimination, exclusion, or shaming on the basis of sexuality, sexual orientation, cultural identity, or anything else that unjustly marks an individual as inferior.