Brenda Goodbody (Neurodivergent Affirming)

Registered Provisional Psychologist, MSc

Brenda Goodbody (Neurodivergent Affirming)

Registered Provisional Psychologist, MSc (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

4 Endorsed

Calgary, AB T2P

(587) 742-1524

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I work extensively (but not exclusively) with vets, techs, tech assistants, and other animal care professionals who are experiencing compassion fatigue, burnout, and moral distress. Together, we can navigate the stress, grief, and perfectionism that come with a career in vet med, helping you find balance and meaning again in the field you love. You work long hours experiencing moral distress, financial pressure, direct/vicarious trauma through loss and grief, all while managing client expectations. Feeling exhausted, detached, and conflicted can weigh heavily on your heart. Maybe you are questioning your future career potential.

Working from a compassionate and evidence-based approach, we'll explore the grief, guilt, perfectionism, and empathy fatigue to restore balance, boundaries, and self-compassion. I also offer formal assessments to adults 18+ for ADHD, mood, and trauma. Understanding your whole self can provide clarity, direction, and validation personally and professionally.

Working in vet med means carrying deep compassion alongside immense responsibility - often for outcomes beyond your control. I understand the deep emotional toll of caring for animals and their people. Here - it's ok to be honest and real. No judgment (not even from Kevyn the PW Corgi and her judgy side-eye!), only empathy and deep respect for you.

Call or Email Brenda Goodbody (Neurodivergent Affirming) now for a free 15 minute consultation - (587) 742-1524

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Calgary, AB T2P

(587) 742-1524

Enfield, NS B2T

Evening and weekend sessions available in-person in Calgary, or virtually across Alberta and Nova Scotia.

$220 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and groups

Let's Connect (587) 742-1524

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Calgary, AB T2P

(587) 742-1524

Enfield, NS B2T

Evening and weekend sessions available in-person in Calgary, or virtually across Alberta and Nova Scotia.

$220 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and groups

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $220
Couple Sessions $330

Payment Methods

Cash, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Alberta Blue Cross
Green Shield Canada
Medavie Blue Cross

I can direct bill Blue Cross, Medavie, and Greenshield. For others, a receipt will be provided for reimbursement and tax purposes. You may also be eligible for reimbursement through your Health Spending Account or Personal Spending Account.

Brenda Goodbody (Neurodivergent Affirming)

Registered Provisional Psychologist, MSc

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (587) 742-1524

Brenda Goodbody (Neurodivergent Affirming)

Registered Provisional Psychologist, MSc

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (587) 742-1524

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Alberta / P8364 Brenda Goodbody

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 1 year

Attended Walden University, Master of Science in Psychology, Graduated 2024

Additional Credentials

Membership with Canadian Psychological Association 235050 / 2025

Certificate from Grief Recovery Institute 2021

I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist licensed to see clients across Alberta in-person or virtually as well as virtual clients in Nova Scotia. I am also a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist through the Grief Recovery Institute.

Brenda Goodbody (Neurodivergent Affirming)

Registered Provisional Psychologist, MSc

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (587) 742-1524

Brenda Goodbody (Neurodivergent Affirming)

Registered Provisional Psychologist, MSc

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (587) 742-1524

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

ADHD
Anxiety
Aviation professionals
Bipolar Disorder
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Career Guidance
Caregivers
Chronic Impulsivity
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Emotional Disturbance
Geriatric and Seniors
Grief
Mood Disorders
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Stress
Suicidal Ideation
Testing and Evaluation
Thinking Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
Vet med professionals

My areas of specialization include working with neurodivergent individuals, those facing end-of-life and other forms of loss or grief, and aviation professionals. Together we will identify obstacles that are impeding your ability to live authentically. I incorporate psychoeducation, somatic, and cognitive approaches for a holistic and evidence-based experience.

Brenda Goodbody (Neurodivergent Affirming)

Registered Provisional Psychologist, MSc

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (587) 742-1524

Brenda Goodbody (Neurodivergent Affirming)

Registered Provisional Psychologist, MSc

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (587) 742-1524

4 Endorsements

Alexis Haws - Trauma Therapist (EMDR)

Psychologist, MC

Jessica Cundy

Registered Provisional Psychologist, MACP, BA Psyc

Brenda is a hardworking therapist who is committed to connecting and understanding her clients with great depth. She is inquisitive and genuinely enthusiastic about gaining insight into both human (and animal) character development and motivation.

Cheryl Pereira - Financial Therapy

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MC, CPA, MBA

Brenda's commitment to providing ethical, responsive care to her clients is evident in how she approaches training and consultation opportunities. She is a trusted colleague and I value her expertise.

Felicia Bibeau | Neurodivergent Support

Registered Provisional Psychologist

Brenda is deeply passionate about supporting aviation professionals, neurodivergent clients, those navigating grief, and a wide range of mental health concerns. She brings a wealth of knowledge and is a compassionate, kind, and trusted colleague.

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Group

Communities

Aviation Professionals ,

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Indigenous Peoples

Religion

Christian

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Group

Communities

Aviation Professionals ,

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Indigenous Peoples

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Emotionally Focused
Gottman Method
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

I use an integrated approach to best resolve the barriers preventing you from living fully and authentically. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then together, we'll develop a treatment plan that addresses your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours while drawing on your existing strengths. Therapy will be change and goal oriented.

Brenda Goodbody (Neurodivergent Affirming)

Registered Provisional Psychologist, MSc

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (587) 742-1524

Brenda Goodbody (Neurodivergent Affirming)

Registered Provisional Psychologist, MSc

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (587) 742-1524

Location

Primary Location

Calgary, AB T2P

(587) 742-1524

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Additional Location

Enfield, NS B2T

(587) 742-1524

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Postal Codes

Neighborhoods

Evening and weekend sessions available in-person in Calgary, or virtually across Alberta and Nova Scotia.

Brenda Goodbody (Neurodivergent Affirming)

Registered Provisional Psychologist, MSc

Call for a free consultation now - (587) 742-1524

Evening and weekend sessions available in-person in Calgary, or virtually across Alberta and Nova Scotia.

Brenda Goodbody (Neurodivergent Affirming)

Registered Provisional Psychologist, MSc

Call for a free consultation now - (587) 742-1524

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