Domestic Abuse Therapists in Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB

Are you struggling to move past childhood adverse experiences ? Have you experienced any form of Narcissistic Abuse or are you an Adult Child of Narcissistic or Immature Parenting ? Do you struggle with standing up for yourself , articulating your needs , feelings of low self-worth, an inner critic, emotional care-taking of others, putting others' needs before yours ? You could be dealing with trauma responses. Our past experiences need not define us. We can heal and face the future with clarity and confidence. I use evidence-based trauma- specific modalities in my work to process trauma.

At Inspired Minds, we are focused on providing a multi-disciplinary approach to wellness. We have therapists trained in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and provide the full program. DBT has been shown to help with a variety of issues, including emotion dysregulation, anxiety, depression, eating disorder, substance abuse, etc. If you are struggling to manage your emotions, impulsivity, poor coping, or would like to learn more coping strategies, we can help. We also utilize Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) to treat trauma symptoms.

Note: Welcome! I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist passionate about helping people heal and be well. I aim to provide a comforting environment for individuals to share their concerns and connect more deeply with themselves and others. I have experience working with both adults and youth (10+) and we often have conversations about stress, anxiety, relationships and dealing with change. I also help people navigate divorce abuse, coercive control and other traumas.

I have practiced social work for almost two decades and have devoted my career to assisting at-risk families. I have a Clinical Master of Social Work (MSW) in children's mental health and specialize in assessment and intervention where children are the subject of custody determinations or parenting disputes. My training includes family mediation and the creation of developmentally sensitive parenting plans. I have additional forensic training in assessment of family violence and child maltreatment. I am trained in child-led play, therapeutic access and am a registered Circle of Security Parenting Facilitator.

Therapy Collective utilizes a multi-therapist approach to client care. What does this mean for you? Having the benefit of matching your presenting concerns with the therapist whose strengths and approach are best suited to your process. This might mean engaging with more than one of our therapists during your time to meet all of your therapeutic goals. Our therapists cover everything from processing complex trauma through Cognitive-HypnoTherapy to providing anxiety-reducing techniques. Our team is trained across a variety of approaches and modalities to ensure you receive comprehensive care.

I have worked with clients ranging from early childhood to adult, supporting them through a variety of situations including mental health concerns, addictions, domestic abuse, homelessness, grief and loss, identity (re)discovery, and crisis support. I have experience in providing single session, brief, short term, and long term therapy meeting the client where they are at and what their needs are at the moment.

Accepting new clients. Reaching out for help can be overwhelming and especially difficult when you are looking for support to understand, process, and heal from challenging life experiences. You may find yourself feeling sadness, shame, or worry following experiences that are tough to talk about, resulting in numbness or isolation. You may be struggling to connect with yourself and others. Maybe you want to better understand these events and how they are impacting your life now. You may feel increasingly ready to move through and beyond the difficulties you face, to embrace what feels more like the real you.

Accepting New Clients! You want to live a meaningful life where you have strong and healthy relationships with yourself and others but something has gotten in the way of that. It may have been experiencing trauma as a child or adult, experiencing dysfunctional family dynamics, suffering a loss, or other difficult life experiences. Whether you struggle with anxiety or depression, have difficulty recognizing your own self-worth, struggle to feel a sense of connection with self or others, or feel overwhelmed and stuck in your life, my aim is to help you take steps toward living a more authentic and fulfilling life.

I have been passionate about psychology ever since going through my own struggle with depression as an adolescent. I care deeply about my clients and show this by creating a safe and empathetic counselling space. I am devoted to helping you increase hope, experience more happiness, and improve your relationships. If you would like to feel more love and acceptance for yourself or if you would like to feel more loved and accepted by your partner, we can work together to help you move towards your goals.

New to therapy? Nothing to worry about! Sometimes it's hard making sense and to talk about our feelings, experiences and patterns of behaviours. Empathetic by nature, I'm a progressive therapist, who uses a strength-based approach to help you and/or your partner achieve emotional balance and optimal mental health. My job is to ultimately help you feel comfort, acceptance, and to listen without judgement. Some days we'll laugh and realize those light 'ah ha!' moments while other days we will work hard to uncover those deeply personal truths. If you'd like to know more visit me at: alphacounselling.ca

I am gratefully working with clients from different backgrounds and cultures helping them learn how to deal with their emotions and feelings and guide them to find the best solutions for their problems, my goal is to help you and hold your hand while navigating your path.

In my general practice in psychology, I offer individual and couple therapy for both women and men. My clients deal with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, managing emotions, stress management, self-esteem issues, relationship concerns and communication skills. I take a collaborative approach to therapy, encouraging clients to be actively involved in setting and working toward their goals. I help clients to identify their strengths and resources, to address barriers that may be getting in their way and to examine their issues in context.

Patricia has 18 years experience in the area of counselling, wellbeing and trauma. Clients consult her on issues related to management of stress, depression and anxiety. She is also recognized for her work in the area of integration to a new culture and managing life transitions. Patricia is passionate about helping clients find their inner voice. Her practice is an integrative approach working with CBT, humanist perspective and narrative models. She passionated working with women, cross cultural parenting and couples.

I partner with clients to offer effective individualized mental health care. I treat a number of mental health concerns, and provide a neutral ground for individuals, families, and couples. I offer faith-based Christian counselling and secular counselling.

Megan is a Master Practitioner of Clinical Counselling (MPCC), a Registered Clinical Supervisor (RCS), and a Master Therapeutic Counsellor (MTC) with 28 years of experience. Megan also certified as: CCPCPR, RPC, & RTC. Megan takes a compassionate approach to therapy & healing the whole person. She helps clients dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, eating disorders, relationship issues, trauma, betrayal, abuse. Megan works with co-occurring disorders that can impact client goals. At the client’s pace, the embedded causes are explored while moving gently through the presenting problem.

I am a Registered Psychologist with over 30 years experience. I work effectively with children, adolescents and adults. I have worked extensively in the areas of trauma, grief and loss, separation/divorce, anxiety/depression, suicide intervention, suicide bereavement, parenting issues and domestic violence. I utilize art and play therapy interventions while working with children and teens. I focus on hope and teaching positive coping skills. I am trained in EMDR and ART and am skilled in working with complex trauma and PTSD. I believe we all have the capacity to overcome any challenge.

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.

Welcome. Are you ready to get unstuck and move through the challenges you are facing? I'm so glad you've been courageous enough to reach out for support! If you are creative, intuitive, and maybe even the black sheep in your family, we might be a great match for working together. I welcome individuals from all cultures and groups.

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you carrying pain from a difficult past or recent event? Perhaps from the loss of a loved one or a complicated relationship? Even loss from a life-changing situation? Are you a victim of domestic abuse? Are you looking to repair a challenging relationship or healing from one? You are not alone. Let me help you! I commend you for taking the first step towards healing. I have worked with a broad range of issues including cultural adjustment challenges, domestic violence, grief & loss, relationship challenges including survivors of abusive relationships, parent-child relationship challenges, and trauma.