Photo of Mckenzie Kool, Psychologist in T2N, AB
Mckenzie Kool
Psychologist, MC, RPsych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2N
I am a Registered Psychologist and I can help you create lasting change in your life and relationships. I offer counselling services to individuals, couples, and families residing in Calgary and the surrounding area. My practice is conveniently located in Kensington and is easily accessed via bike, vehicle, or public transit. Online and telehealth services are available upon request. My approach to treatment is tailored to meet your needs and is trauma informed, meaning psychological symptoms and emotional distress can be a result of negative life experiences that have not been fully healed.
I am a Registered Psychologist and I can help you create lasting change in your life and relationships. I offer counselling services to individuals, couples, and families residing in Calgary and the surrounding area. My practice is conveniently located in Kensington and is easily accessed via bike, vehicle, or public transit. Online and telehealth services are available upon request. My approach to treatment is tailored to meet your needs and is trauma informed, meaning psychological symptoms and emotional distress can be a result of negative life experiences that have not been fully healed.
(866) 369-9566 View (866) 369-9566
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Walker Psychological
Psychologist
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2N
Walker Psychological offers specialized services in sexuality, relationships, trauma, anxiety and body image. Chelsea Anderson, an associate at Walker Psych, is now offering 1:1 therapy in person and online. We offer evidence-based treatments and use a relaxed and affirming approach to therapy, catered to your goals. Dr. Lauren has a waitlist for individual or couples sexuality-based referrals, but is accepting new clients for sexuality workshops, and group-based mindfulness therapy for women with sexual concerns.
Walker Psychological offers specialized services in sexuality, relationships, trauma, anxiety and body image. Chelsea Anderson, an associate at Walker Psych, is now offering 1:1 therapy in person and online. We offer evidence-based treatments and use a relaxed and affirming approach to therapy, catered to your goals. Dr. Lauren has a waitlist for individual or couples sexuality-based referrals, but is accepting new clients for sexuality workshops, and group-based mindfulness therapy for women with sexual concerns.
(587) 602-0643 View (587) 602-0643
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Jennifer Estrela
Registered Psychotherapist, Hon, BA, MACP
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2N
I have worked with individuals, couples and families in a variety of settings. I am experienced in working with individuals of all ages who are battling with childhood traumas (sexual/physical abuse), and who struggle with a variety of mental health issues such as Tourettes, ADHD/ADD, Fetal Alcohol Effect, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Reactive Attachment Disorder, Anxiety Disorder and OCD. I have over a decade of experience working with families in crisis, parent/teen conflict, relationship/marriage difficulties, custody/access conflict, addictions, survivors of sexual/physical abuse, depression, and anger management issues.
I have worked with individuals, couples and families in a variety of settings. I am experienced in working with individuals of all ages who are battling with childhood traumas (sexual/physical abuse), and who struggle with a variety of mental health issues such as Tourettes, ADHD/ADD, Fetal Alcohol Effect, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Reactive Attachment Disorder, Anxiety Disorder and OCD. I have over a decade of experience working with families in crisis, parent/teen conflict, relationship/marriage difficulties, custody/access conflict, addictions, survivors of sexual/physical abuse, depression, and anger management issues.
(289) 206-8537 View (289) 206-8537
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Whitney Bryant
Psychologist, BHSc, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2N
My specialties include: LGBTQ+ concerns, exploring questions of sexuality/identity/gender, addictions/substance use, couples/relationships, mindfulness, burnout, navigating the coming out process, transitioning/trans health, sex positivity, trauma, and grief/loss.
Whatever road brought you to this page, welcome. I'm glad you are here. Do you feel lost or disconnected from yourself? Would you like to take steps to live a more authentic life? Do you want others to get to know the real you? Maybe you are wanting out of the closet, out of the shadows, or to have a space to explore your identity, sexuality or relationships. You might also be looking for a gender affirming therapist to support your journey as you begin or continue your transition. I take a holistic and anti-oppressive approach to mental health, and believe we all have the potential to grow, rewire our brains and heal.
My specialties include: LGBTQ+ concerns, exploring questions of sexuality/identity/gender, addictions/substance use, couples/relationships, mindfulness, burnout, navigating the coming out process, transitioning/trans health, sex positivity, trauma, and grief/loss.
Whatever road brought you to this page, welcome. I'm glad you are here. Do you feel lost or disconnected from yourself? Would you like to take steps to live a more authentic life? Do you want others to get to know the real you? Maybe you are wanting out of the closet, out of the shadows, or to have a space to explore your identity, sexuality or relationships. You might also be looking for a gender affirming therapist to support your journey as you begin or continue your transition. I take a holistic and anti-oppressive approach to mental health, and believe we all have the potential to grow, rewire our brains and heal.
(587) 429-9648 View (587) 429-9648
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Terrie Ann McKinley
Psychologist, RPsych, BA, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2N
Can you imagine where you would be if you could go back in time and have “do-over”? Where would you live, what kind of friends would you have, what career would you pursue, and what partner would you choose? Understanding how you got to where you are today helps set a foundation for the future.
Why do we make the choices that we do? Life provides unique experiences that affect people in different ways. These experiences contribute positively or negatively to our well-being and guide our life choices and impulses. It is important to honour the good things we have encountered but it is vital to address the challenges that we have faced, especially when they keep us stuck.
Can you imagine where you would be if you could go back in time and have “do-over”? Where would you live, what kind of friends would you have, what career would you pursue, and what partner would you choose? Understanding how you got to where you are today helps set a foundation for the future.
Why do we make the choices that we do? Life provides unique experiences that affect people in different ways. These experiences contribute positively or negatively to our well-being and guide our life choices and impulses. It is important to honour the good things we have encountered but it is vital to address the challenges that we have faced, especially when they keep us stuck.
(587) 410-6327 View (587) 410-6327
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Charis Falardeau
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MSc
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2N
Other areas of focus include: couples counselling, kink, infidelity, anxiety, depression, identity, stress management, life transitions, and existential considerations.
As individuals, we each have a unique set of values that guide us. We may or may not be aware of what these values are, and they may shift over time and with experience. I believe that by understanding what is most important to us we have an opportunity to use this information to manage our thoughts, beliefs, and behaviour in a way that allows for peace of mind and authenticity, which in turn can lead to a meaningful life. Using our values to direct our choices and ground us in who we are can allow us to overcome challenges and put us on the path to becoming our best selves.
Other areas of focus include: couples counselling, kink, infidelity, anxiety, depression, identity, stress management, life transitions, and existential considerations.
As individuals, we each have a unique set of values that guide us. We may or may not be aware of what these values are, and they may shift over time and with experience. I believe that by understanding what is most important to us we have an opportunity to use this information to manage our thoughts, beliefs, and behaviour in a way that allows for peace of mind and authenticity, which in turn can lead to a meaningful life. Using our values to direct our choices and ground us in who we are can allow us to overcome challenges and put us on the path to becoming our best selves.
(587) 850-2844 View (587) 850-2844
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Natalie Vandenberg
Psychologist, BA, MACP
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2N
My particular areas of specialty include: couples and relationship issues, infidelity, sex and sexuality, intimacy, and sexual orientation.
Are you ready to make lasting change within your life? I believe that everyone is deserving of and able to live the best possible life that they can imagine. If you are searching for greater happiness and control within your life, if you are looking to take steps to live your best possible life, please start a conversation with me. I am committed to working with you creatively and compassionately, to understand you, your concerns, and your goals. I can help you to achieve your most vivid dreams and goals for yourself.
My particular areas of specialty include: couples and relationship issues, infidelity, sex and sexuality, intimacy, and sexual orientation.
Are you ready to make lasting change within your life? I believe that everyone is deserving of and able to live the best possible life that they can imagine. If you are searching for greater happiness and control within your life, if you are looking to take steps to live your best possible life, please start a conversation with me. I am committed to working with you creatively and compassionately, to understand you, your concerns, and your goals. I can help you to achieve your most vivid dreams and goals for yourself.
(587) 317-6936 View (587) 317-6936
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Dustin Hrycun
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2N
I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, couples work, life transition, belief system struggles, religious trauma, existential and self discovery, and sexuality and gender issues.
I aim to meet my clients apart from the pretension and stigmas of the psychology world, as well as the norms of culture/society in general. Creating a space apart from all the things we think we need to be and should be allows for an authenticity to engage the obstacles in life in a new way. Therapy should not be “one size fits all” and so with the expertise that you have of your life, combined with my skills and training, we can work together to get past both the internal and external things keeping you from being more of the human you were meant to be; creating a new mental space where you can continue to grow and thrive.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, couples work, life transition, belief system struggles, religious trauma, existential and self discovery, and sexuality and gender issues.
I aim to meet my clients apart from the pretension and stigmas of the psychology world, as well as the norms of culture/society in general. Creating a space apart from all the things we think we need to be and should be allows for an authenticity to engage the obstacles in life in a new way. Therapy should not be “one size fits all” and so with the expertise that you have of your life, combined with my skills and training, we can work together to get past both the internal and external things keeping you from being more of the human you were meant to be; creating a new mental space where you can continue to grow and thrive.
(844) 292-2044 View (844) 292-2044
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Mark A Kolodziej
Counsellor, CCC, PhD, Trauma
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2N
Specialty is in couples counselling, anger management, domestic violence stress/anxiety/depression, trauma including PTSD, mood and personality challenges, pornogrpahy addiction, performance issues at work, sport or school.
Stress both workplace and life, sexual addicitons, relationships including couple, marital, family, co-worker, Christian. The goal of MARTHA7 counselling is to help people be the best version of themselves.
Specialty is in couples counselling, anger management, domestic violence stress/anxiety/depression, trauma including PTSD, mood and personality challenges, pornogrpahy addiction, performance issues at work, sport or school.
Stress both workplace and life, sexual addicitons, relationships including couple, marital, family, co-worker, Christian. The goal of MARTHA7 counselling is to help people be the best version of themselves.
(587) 323-4272 View (587) 323-4272
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Caitie Jane Counseling
Counsellor, RTC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2N  (Online Only)
I’m a client lead experiential counsellor offering a holistic approach to trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, couples issues, parenting struggles and postpartum depression. What is client-led experiential counselling you ask? Great question. Client-lead experiential essentially means that I don’t have a set agenda or formula. Instead I draw on many perspectives and use what works best for you and sometimes that means we'll try a more experiential approach, allowing the body to inform us about what is most needed in our session together.
I’m a client lead experiential counsellor offering a holistic approach to trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, couples issues, parenting struggles and postpartum depression. What is client-led experiential counselling you ask? Great question. Client-lead experiential essentially means that I don’t have a set agenda or formula. Instead I draw on many perspectives and use what works best for you and sometimes that means we'll try a more experiential approach, allowing the body to inform us about what is most needed in our session together.
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Katrina Shaw
Psychologist, RPsych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2N
I have experience working with a variety of client challenges, including relationship challenges (e.g. family conflict, polyamory/open, infidelity, sexuality, attachment patterns), anxiety, depression, identity concerns, life purpose, and transition. I have specialized experience in suicide bereavement, and my predominant areas of practice include grief, attachment, and trauma. My training in somatic attachment is rooted in rewiring the patterning of our interpersonal relationships, which directly impacts how we emotionally process and behave within these relationships.
I have experience working with a variety of client challenges, including relationship challenges (e.g. family conflict, polyamory/open, infidelity, sexuality, attachment patterns), anxiety, depression, identity concerns, life purpose, and transition. I have specialized experience in suicide bereavement, and my predominant areas of practice include grief, attachment, and trauma. My training in somatic attachment is rooted in rewiring the patterning of our interpersonal relationships, which directly impacts how we emotionally process and behave within these relationships.
(587) 801-4306 View (587) 801-4306
Photo of Salena Dhoot, Registered Provisional Psychologist in T2N, AB
Salena Dhoot
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2N
A strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, honesty, respect, and non-judgement are critical for successful therapy.
I specialize in ADHD, trauma, anxiety (including phobias), life transitions, and various other concerns that teens, adults, and older adults may be struggling with. I know reaching out for help can be daunting. I am here to help you move from surviving to thriving. You may have struggles similar to others, but each individual is on their own journey. My goal is to help you reach your destination.
A strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, honesty, respect, and non-judgement are critical for successful therapy.
I specialize in ADHD, trauma, anxiety (including phobias), life transitions, and various other concerns that teens, adults, and older adults may be struggling with. I know reaching out for help can be daunting. I am here to help you move from surviving to thriving. You may have struggles similar to others, but each individual is on their own journey. My goal is to help you reach your destination.
(587) 415-5152 View (587) 415-5152
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Mikaela Pahulje
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BSc, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2N
I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. As a Certified Synergetic Play Therapist, I am passionate about helping kids navigate their way in the world. I can also help with eating disorders, chronic pain and illness, trauma, grief, relationships, separation and divorce, adoption, self-esteem, developmental challenges, sports performance, and other mental health challenges. As well, I am trained in EMDR and Gottman Method for couples. Although there is no manual or script to navigate one’s life, there are certainly opportunities for curiosity and self-awareness to deal with feelings, thoughts, and challenges.
I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. As a Certified Synergetic Play Therapist, I am passionate about helping kids navigate their way in the world. I can also help with eating disorders, chronic pain and illness, trauma, grief, relationships, separation and divorce, adoption, self-esteem, developmental challenges, sports performance, and other mental health challenges. As well, I am trained in EMDR and Gottman Method for couples. Although there is no manual or script to navigate one’s life, there are certainly opportunities for curiosity and self-awareness to deal with feelings, thoughts, and challenges.
(587) 412-2269 View (587) 412-2269
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Chelsea Anderson
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2N
We are each on a journey in search of safety, meaning, and fulfillment. Along the way we are constantly exposed to images and ideals of how we are supposed to look, how we are supposed to feel, and how we are supposed to behave. We start to doubt our uniqueness or our worth. I aim to create safe spaces to talk about things that might seem too personal, taboo, shameful, trivial, or embarrassing to share with others in your life. Together we can examine limiting beliefs about yourself, old stories of who you are and how you "should" be in the world, so you can start to live by choice, not by chance.
We are each on a journey in search of safety, meaning, and fulfillment. Along the way we are constantly exposed to images and ideals of how we are supposed to look, how we are supposed to feel, and how we are supposed to behave. We start to doubt our uniqueness or our worth. I aim to create safe spaces to talk about things that might seem too personal, taboo, shameful, trivial, or embarrassing to share with others in your life. Together we can examine limiting beliefs about yourself, old stories of who you are and how you "should" be in the world, so you can start to live by choice, not by chance.
(587) 419-5360 View (587) 419-5360
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Heather Nolin
Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2N
I offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space for clients to feel heard and understood. I offer a calm, warm, and empathetic space and have experience working with clients of varying ages, backgrounds, and concerns. I recognize and respect that every individual has their own unique identity, preferences, and belief systems, and I am sensitive to cultural, sexual orientation, gender, and religious differences.
I offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space for clients to feel heard and understood. I offer a calm, warm, and empathetic space and have experience working with clients of varying ages, backgrounds, and concerns. I recognize and respect that every individual has their own unique identity, preferences, and belief systems, and I am sensitive to cultural, sexual orientation, gender, and religious differences.
(587) 816-0772 View (587) 816-0772
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Viewpoint Calgary Psychological Services
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2N
Welcome to Viewpoint Calgary Psychological Services. Our goal is to promote your psychological well being by offering hope, support, and effective counselling services. Discover how our therapists can support you in achieving a fresh perspective, renewed confidence, personal growth and a transformed sense of wellness.
Welcome to Viewpoint Calgary Psychological Services. Our goal is to promote your psychological well being by offering hope, support, and effective counselling services. Discover how our therapists can support you in achieving a fresh perspective, renewed confidence, personal growth and a transformed sense of wellness.
(587) 806-3705 View (587) 806-3705
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Nicole Pesta
Psychologist, MEd
Verified Verified
20 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2N
Not accepting new clients
I am passionate about helping individuals & couples create & achieve personal & relational meaning in their lives. My direct approach frequently blends techniques to meet the unique needs of each client. I enjoy collaborating with my clients, encouraging them to connect with their authenticity through a process of self-discovery. I have experience helping individuals struggling with boundaries, trauma, career, emotional regulation, anxiety, OCD, depression, gender identity, fetishes, sexual issues, non-monogamy & relational discourse. I enjoy helping individuals navigate the intricacies of sexuality and identity.
I am passionate about helping individuals & couples create & achieve personal & relational meaning in their lives. My direct approach frequently blends techniques to meet the unique needs of each client. I enjoy collaborating with my clients, encouraging them to connect with their authenticity through a process of self-discovery. I have experience helping individuals struggling with boundaries, trauma, career, emotional regulation, anxiety, OCD, depression, gender identity, fetishes, sexual issues, non-monogamy & relational discourse. I enjoy helping individuals navigate the intricacies of sexuality and identity.
(587) 317-4315 View (587) 317-4315
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Konstantinos Chondros
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2N
Not accepting new clients
How often in our daily lives do we pause to listen and pay attention to our deepest needs and desires? Do we acknowledge what might be missing (or already there) and identify and mobilize those resources that could help us live a wholesome, satisfying life? As a psychologist, I create a judgement-free space where people are supported in answering those questions. I view counselling as a space where we can unpack the messiness of life and be encouraged to make changes in the pursuit of joy, health, and balance.
How often in our daily lives do we pause to listen and pay attention to our deepest needs and desires? Do we acknowledge what might be missing (or already there) and identify and mobilize those resources that could help us live a wholesome, satisfying life? As a psychologist, I create a judgement-free space where people are supported in answering those questions. I view counselling as a space where we can unpack the messiness of life and be encouraged to make changes in the pursuit of joy, health, and balance.
(587) 355-4863 View (587) 355-4863

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Couples Counselling

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.