Depression Therapists in T2M

Photo of Brenda Duncan, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in T2M, AB
Brenda Duncan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2M
I see individuals and couples facing crisis; stuck in negative patterns; with issues in relationships; affected by depression and anxiety; in work/life imbalance; in life transitions.
Separating, or thinking about it? If you're in a relationship that's not working, I can help. You are facing one of the most common challenges - to stay, to go, work it through with your partner, or let go? I'll work with you to sort through and find solutions that work for you.
I see individuals and couples facing crisis; stuck in negative patterns; with issues in relationships; affected by depression and anxiety; in work/life imbalance; in life transitions.
Separating, or thinking about it? If you're in a relationship that's not working, I can help. You are facing one of the most common challenges - to stay, to go, work it through with your partner, or let go? I'll work with you to sort through and find solutions that work for you.
(403) 874-7690 View (403) 874-7690
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Christina Sutter
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2M
I am passionate about working with adolescents, adults, and couples. I specialize in clinical psychology with a focus on anxiety, depression, and trauma; as well as sports psychology.
I am passionate about working with adolescents, adults, and couples. I specialize in clinical psychology with a focus on anxiety, depression, and trauma; as well as sports psychology.
(866) 810-8287 View (866) 810-8287
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Misha Waheed
Psychologist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2M
I enjoy helping people navigate through challenges, such as self-esteem, life transitions, low motivation, grief/loss, and conflict. I have experience supporting people with childhood trauma, addictions, depression, and anxiety. I love working with people from all walks of life and am particularly passionate about supporting immigrants and BIPOC communities.
I enjoy helping people navigate through challenges, such as self-esteem, life transitions, low motivation, grief/loss, and conflict. I have experience supporting people with childhood trauma, addictions, depression, and anxiety. I love working with people from all walks of life and am particularly passionate about supporting immigrants and BIPOC communities.
(587) 805-0017 View (587) 805-0017
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Richard M Alarie
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2M
Life can feel overwhelming at times and it's important to realize you are not alone. I am a registered psychologist who provides assessment and treatment services to adults and seniors with mild to severe mental health issues—specifically, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, self-esteem, life transition, addiction issues, bipolar and psychotic disorders, as well as posttraumatic stress among MVA survivors. My work conducting psychological assessments offers another angle in promoting self-exploration and identifying opportunities for growth. I also provide vocational counselling in the context of life and career transitions.
Life can feel overwhelming at times and it's important to realize you are not alone. I am a registered psychologist who provides assessment and treatment services to adults and seniors with mild to severe mental health issues—specifically, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, self-esteem, life transition, addiction issues, bipolar and psychotic disorders, as well as posttraumatic stress among MVA survivors. My work conducting psychological assessments offers another angle in promoting self-exploration and identifying opportunities for growth. I also provide vocational counselling in the context of life and career transitions.
(825) 254-9151 View (825) 254-9151
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Dr. Barb Backs-Dermott
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2M  (Online Only)
Welcome! I am a Clinical Psychologist specializing in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. I have 20+ years of experience within both the public and private practice settings, with extensive experience treating depression and anxiety disorders. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a very collaborative process, with a focus on understanding your difficulties and finding strategies to make the changes you want. As a CBT specialist, I value the vast research that supports the effectiveness of CBT, in combination with the 20+ years experience I have providing individual and group CBT, as well as training future Psychologists.
Welcome! I am a Clinical Psychologist specializing in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. I have 20+ years of experience within both the public and private practice settings, with extensive experience treating depression and anxiety disorders. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a very collaborative process, with a focus on understanding your difficulties and finding strategies to make the changes you want. As a CBT specialist, I value the vast research that supports the effectiveness of CBT, in combination with the 20+ years experience I have providing individual and group CBT, as well as training future Psychologists.
(587) 605-1179 View (587) 605-1179
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Wegahta Berhane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2M
I’ve worked extensively with trauma, anger, grief and loss, adjustment, loneliness, anxiety, depression, and difficulty in relationships.
Hello, and welcome! There are times in life when we feel overwhelmed, stuck, lost, confused with little to no sense of direction. To experience joy, connection and that feeling of being content, it is necessary to process whatever is going on and explore those parts of us that feel stuck. Whatever change you are needing and wanting to make, it can all be facilitated in a warm, safe and comfortable environment. I am committed to the journey of your wellbeing as I am to my own and together, we can explore and process whatever emotions, thoughts or/and behaviours that might be getting in the way of your optimal wellbeing.
I’ve worked extensively with trauma, anger, grief and loss, adjustment, loneliness, anxiety, depression, and difficulty in relationships.
Hello, and welcome! There are times in life when we feel overwhelmed, stuck, lost, confused with little to no sense of direction. To experience joy, connection and that feeling of being content, it is necessary to process whatever is going on and explore those parts of us that feel stuck. Whatever change you are needing and wanting to make, it can all be facilitated in a warm, safe and comfortable environment. I am committed to the journey of your wellbeing as I am to my own and together, we can explore and process whatever emotions, thoughts or/and behaviours that might be getting in the way of your optimal wellbeing.
(855) 358-3250 View (855) 358-3250
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Kelly Tenove
Psychologist, MC, BSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2M
Managing the difficulties of life can feel overwhelming. When these challenges start to consume you and affect your everyday life, it's a great time to seek help. I offer a safe, comfortable space for people struggling with challenges like anxiety, depression, personality disorders, relationship problems, and self-esteem issues.
Managing the difficulties of life can feel overwhelming. When these challenges start to consume you and affect your everyday life, it's a great time to seek help. I offer a safe, comfortable space for people struggling with challenges like anxiety, depression, personality disorders, relationship problems, and self-esteem issues.
(587) 816-2978 View (587) 816-2978
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Richard Patton
Psychologist, PsyD, RPsych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2M
I am a Psychologist with RGP Psychology. My goal is to help clients reclaim their lives by assisting them with overcoming trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, and anger so they can feel like themselves again. I strive to be personable and approachable, taking care in creating a warm, respectful environment, and tailoring treatment to each client's unique needs and circumstances. I use a collaborative approach in my practice and value ongoing feedback from my clients, allowing for transparency, cooperation, and the development of a strong, effective therapeutic alliance.
I am a Psychologist with RGP Psychology. My goal is to help clients reclaim their lives by assisting them with overcoming trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, and anger so they can feel like themselves again. I strive to be personable and approachable, taking care in creating a warm, respectful environment, and tailoring treatment to each client's unique needs and circumstances. I use a collaborative approach in my practice and value ongoing feedback from my clients, allowing for transparency, cooperation, and the development of a strong, effective therapeutic alliance.
(403) 333-7468 View (403) 333-7468
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Angeline Murwisi
Counsellor, MSW, BA, RSW
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2M
I have experience working with individual teenagers, adults, and couples around the area of trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, couples counselling, parenting, separation and divorce.
Life is a gift and it's beautiful but sometimes it brings us challenges, that maybe difficult to navigate and resolve. Every life challenge has its underlying root causes. Whether they are past or present experiences. I firmly believe that nothing just happens. However, for every life challenge there is HOPE. Hope sustains us.
I have experience working with individual teenagers, adults, and couples around the area of trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, couples counselling, parenting, separation and divorce.
Life is a gift and it's beautiful but sometimes it brings us challenges, that maybe difficult to navigate and resolve. Every life challenge has its underlying root causes. Whether they are past or present experiences. I firmly believe that nothing just happens. However, for every life challenge there is HOPE. Hope sustains us.
(587) 412-5162 View (587) 412-5162
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Ayen Paul Mabor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2M
I have worked in various organizations supporting military families, working with patients in acute care dealing with life changing illnesses, marital issues, separation and divorce, court preparation, substance use issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, oppression, grief and loss.
My name is Ayen Mabor, I have over 20 years of experience in the counselling field. I am a registered Social Worker, with a Master’s Degree in Social Work. My approach to counselling is influenced by several theories primarily, Person Centered, Solutions focused, Strength-based approaches, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and I also offer Accelerated Resolution Therapy. My life experiences led me to Social work, and through that, I discovered my love for counselling. Being a Black refugee from South Sudan, has provided me with a unique lens from which I view individuals and social systems.
I have worked in various organizations supporting military families, working with patients in acute care dealing with life changing illnesses, marital issues, separation and divorce, court preparation, substance use issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, oppression, grief and loss.
My name is Ayen Mabor, I have over 20 years of experience in the counselling field. I am a registered Social Worker, with a Master’s Degree in Social Work. My approach to counselling is influenced by several theories primarily, Person Centered, Solutions focused, Strength-based approaches, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and I also offer Accelerated Resolution Therapy. My life experiences led me to Social work, and through that, I discovered my love for counselling. Being a Black refugee from South Sudan, has provided me with a unique lens from which I view individuals and social systems.
(587) 412-5018 View (587) 412-5018
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Lyle Gaskell
Psychologist, R Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2M
I treat anxiety and depression. These conditions often stem from trauma either from childhood or as an adult. I also work with couples via an Emotionally Focused Therapy which is an approach to couples therapy based on attachment. I believe that an integrative approach, focusing on the whole person, as well as their significant relationships which I believe comprise one's total health and wellness.
I treat anxiety and depression. These conditions often stem from trauma either from childhood or as an adult. I also work with couples via an Emotionally Focused Therapy which is an approach to couples therapy based on attachment. I believe that an integrative approach, focusing on the whole person, as well as their significant relationships which I believe comprise one's total health and wellness.
(587) 209-5292 View (587) 209-5292
Photo of Taylor McInnes, Psychologist in T2M, AB
Taylor McInnes
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2M
Waitlist for new clients
I work with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, interpersonal/relationship difficulties, adjustment issues, personality disorders, and struggles with meaning, self-actualization, and career. I focus on helping clients better understand how past experiences, avoided emotions, and interpersonal patterns may be contributing to and maintaining their distress and suffering. Through building awareness in the context of a non-judgmental and unconditionally accepting therapeutic relationship, clients are able to develop more flexible and adaptive ways of coping, learn new ways of relating to others in their lives, develop skills, and experience deeper connection, acceptance, and respect for themselves and their emotions.
I work with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, interpersonal/relationship difficulties, adjustment issues, personality disorders, and struggles with meaning, self-actualization, and career. I focus on helping clients better understand how past experiences, avoided emotions, and interpersonal patterns may be contributing to and maintaining their distress and suffering. Through building awareness in the context of a non-judgmental and unconditionally accepting therapeutic relationship, clients are able to develop more flexible and adaptive ways of coping, learn new ways of relating to others in their lives, develop skills, and experience deeper connection, acceptance, and respect for themselves and their emotions.
(587) 805-3408 View (587) 805-3408
Photo of Petra Spletzer, Psychologist in T2M, AB
Petra Spletzer
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2M
In my practice, I help clients process their difficult emotions. When we feel depressed or anxious, we haven't processed our underlying emotions and therefore have difficulties understanding our needs. I help people tune into themselves at a deeper level to create better self-understanding, which then leads to long-standing change. People see me if they are experiencing difficulties with relationships, depression, anxiety, parenting, prenatal/postpartum anxiety or depression, emotions, confidence, stress management, or a general feeling that they can't cope. I am a registered Psychologist with more than 10 years of experience working with adults and children.
In my practice, I help clients process their difficult emotions. When we feel depressed or anxious, we haven't processed our underlying emotions and therefore have difficulties understanding our needs. I help people tune into themselves at a deeper level to create better self-understanding, which then leads to long-standing change. People see me if they are experiencing difficulties with relationships, depression, anxiety, parenting, prenatal/postpartum anxiety or depression, emotions, confidence, stress management, or a general feeling that they can't cope. I am a registered Psychologist with more than 10 years of experience working with adults and children.
(866) 777-5949 View (866) 777-5949
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Dr. Christine Knight
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2M
Waitlist for new clients
In my experience, most people are much more courageous and resilient than they give themselves credit for. As such, in both my assessment and therapy work, I focus on an individual’s strengths to help them develop skills and resources for tackling whatever they are struggling with. Do you need help managing your stress and worry about the current state of the world? Are you dealing with grief, loss, or unresolved trauma? Do you have symptoms such as depressed mood, fatigue, insomnia, pain, panic attacks or unhealthy behaviours such as avoidance, anger, or substance misuse? Do you have a loved one with dementia? I can help.
In my experience, most people are much more courageous and resilient than they give themselves credit for. As such, in both my assessment and therapy work, I focus on an individual’s strengths to help them develop skills and resources for tackling whatever they are struggling with. Do you need help managing your stress and worry about the current state of the world? Are you dealing with grief, loss, or unresolved trauma? Do you have symptoms such as depressed mood, fatigue, insomnia, pain, panic attacks or unhealthy behaviours such as avoidance, anger, or substance misuse? Do you have a loved one with dementia? I can help.
(587) 209-5250 View (587) 209-5250
Photo of Jean Wirth, Psychiatric Nurse in T2M, AB
Jean Wirth
Psychiatric Nurse, RPN, BHSc, CT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2M
ART can treat many issues, such as grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, phobias, and more, often in just a few sessions.
I believe it is important to be heard and respected, especially when one is actively making changes in their life. I have over 30 years experience working in the mental heath sector in Calgary, with the past 16 years spent at Alberta Health Services as a Mental Health Clinician working with adults. I provide a holistic, client-centered approach, and use a variety of therapeutic modalities. I am particularly interested in helping people recover from trauma, grief and loss, using Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). It is a non-invasive, evidence-based psychotherapy providing relief from distressing or traumatic images or memories.
ART can treat many issues, such as grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, phobias, and more, often in just a few sessions.
I believe it is important to be heard and respected, especially when one is actively making changes in their life. I have over 30 years experience working in the mental heath sector in Calgary, with the past 16 years spent at Alberta Health Services as a Mental Health Clinician working with adults. I provide a holistic, client-centered approach, and use a variety of therapeutic modalities. I am particularly interested in helping people recover from trauma, grief and loss, using Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). It is a non-invasive, evidence-based psychotherapy providing relief from distressing or traumatic images or memories.
(587) 842-0806 View (587) 842-0806
Photo of Sara Adams, Registered Social Worker in T2M, AB
Sara Adams
Registered Social Worker, MSW , RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2M
Are you trying to manage your mental health and wellness alone? Do you feel like you don't know where to turn or how to take the next step? Let's work it out together. I offer a collaborative approach to your mental health and wellness by providing you the tools to make meaningful changes at your own pace. Mental health is as unique as you are! Whether you're looking to make a big decision, manage anxiety or depression or just daily life it can be overwhelming and it is important to remember that you don't have to do it alone!
Are you trying to manage your mental health and wellness alone? Do you feel like you don't know where to turn or how to take the next step? Let's work it out together. I offer a collaborative approach to your mental health and wellness by providing you the tools to make meaningful changes at your own pace. Mental health is as unique as you are! Whether you're looking to make a big decision, manage anxiety or depression or just daily life it can be overwhelming and it is important to remember that you don't have to do it alone!
(587) 812-8579 View (587) 812-8579
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Joanna Card
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2M
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about working with teens, young adults, adults, and families, and helping them transform into confident and successful people with effective life-management skills. I specialize with clients needing individual, and/or family support with: attachment, anxiety, assertiveness, body image, conflict resolution, cross-cultural parenting, depression, grief, parent coaching, parent/teen conflict, performance enhancement (school, work, socially), pet loss, relationship issues, self-esteem, self harm, sexuality - including sexual orientation & gender identity, stress management, and trauma. 2LGTBQIA+ and HAES affirming.
I am passionate about working with teens, young adults, adults, and families, and helping them transform into confident and successful people with effective life-management skills. I specialize with clients needing individual, and/or family support with: attachment, anxiety, assertiveness, body image, conflict resolution, cross-cultural parenting, depression, grief, parent coaching, parent/teen conflict, performance enhancement (school, work, socially), pet loss, relationship issues, self-esteem, self harm, sexuality - including sexual orientation & gender identity, stress management, and trauma. 2LGTBQIA+ and HAES affirming.
(403) 554-6305 View (403) 554-6305
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Shanika Fridhandler
Psychologist, MSc, RPsych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2M
Hi there! If you are experiencing pain and suffering, you are not alone. While difficult to accept, suffering is one side of the coin that is human existence; while happiness lies on the other side. Whether you are experiencing parenting challenges, relationship issues, trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, school/work issues, etc., our aim in working together will be to help you build healthy, fulfilling relationships and a life that is full of meaning and vitality. If you feel ready to take action towards building the life you want, I would be honored to work collaboratively with you as you move towards this.
Hi there! If you are experiencing pain and suffering, you are not alone. While difficult to accept, suffering is one side of the coin that is human existence; while happiness lies on the other side. Whether you are experiencing parenting challenges, relationship issues, trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, school/work issues, etc., our aim in working together will be to help you build healthy, fulfilling relationships and a life that is full of meaning and vitality. If you feel ready to take action towards building the life you want, I would be honored to work collaboratively with you as you move towards this.
(587) 907-5725 View (587) 907-5725
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Frances Chen
Psychologist, MSc, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2M
Hello and thank you for viewing my profile! I am a psychologist with over 15 years of experience. I help individuals, couples and families get to the roots of their anger, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, emotional, behavioural and relationship challenges using Gold Standard approaches.
Hello and thank you for viewing my profile! I am a psychologist with over 15 years of experience. I help individuals, couples and families get to the roots of their anger, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, emotional, behavioural and relationship challenges using Gold Standard approaches.
(587) 317-7813 View (587) 317-7813
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Lesley Sugden
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2M
Aside from learning issues, I have expertise in supporting a variety of mental health issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression, learning, trauma, behaviour, parenting.
I have been doing assessments for over 15 years in school settings and private practice. Consequently, I have a thorough, in-depth and broad understanding of the education system in Alberta. This provides me a unique awareness of effective and efficient strategies to support a child's learning success. I have worked with students ranging in ages from pre-school to young adults. It is important for individuals to understand their learning profile so effective and efficient strategies and modifications can be made accordingly, to enhance the individuals ability to meet their learning potential and support student advocacy.
Aside from learning issues, I have expertise in supporting a variety of mental health issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression, learning, trauma, behaviour, parenting.
I have been doing assessments for over 15 years in school settings and private practice. Consequently, I have a thorough, in-depth and broad understanding of the education system in Alberta. This provides me a unique awareness of effective and efficient strategies to support a child's learning success. I have worked with students ranging in ages from pre-school to young adults. It is important for individuals to understand their learning profile so effective and efficient strategies and modifications can be made accordingly, to enhance the individuals ability to meet their learning potential and support student advocacy.
(587) 409-4522 View (587) 409-4522

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Depression Counsellors

What is the goal of therapy for depression?

Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.

What happens in therapy for depression?

Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.

What therapy types help with depression?

Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.

Can therapy for depression be done online?

Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.

How effective is therapy for depression?

Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.