Therapists in Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB

I am a counsellor and professional art therapist and the founder of Nurture Nest Art Therapy and Education. We have a team of professionals to support your journey - whether you are an adult, child or family to psychological wellness. I have knowledge and educational experience working with children and families particularly with adhd, autism, social anxiety, navigating relationships, parenting and neurodiversity. I provide a caring, non-judgmental and person-centered approach to understanding, processing, and recovering from life challenges. I am currently also completing training to become a provisional psychologist in Alberta.

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.

My goal in therapy is to cultivate a space where you will feel genuinely heard and understood. I offer a comfortable space marked by empathy and acceptance, in which anyone is welcomed to voice issues and concerns. I enjoy working with youth, adolescents, couples, and families and bring a gentle and empathetic presence to each client session. I understand that you may desire to integrate spirituality into your therapy, and am willing to use my Christian faith, and other spiritual resources to guide you through difficulty and challenge.

I work with clients experiencing challenges in relationships, increased stress, and adjusting to change. Clients seeking to improve relationships, manage stress more effectively and adapt to change or loss in their lives will find a good fit with the services I provide. I also work with clients in areas such as improving confidence and self worth and decision making.

Are you wanting to feel happier in life? Are you wanting more satisfaction and connection in your relationship? Is your child struggling and you are worried about how to help them feel better? This is the place for you. The Calgary Institute of Counselling is an agency that is committed to ensuring exceptional care for all clients. Specialized training happens with all counsellors at the agency to ensure a high level of quality care.

At Master's Counnseling, our counsellors bring genuine compassion and care to their practice, in order to help you flourish, in whatever stage of life you find yourself in. For over 20 years, the Masters Counselling team has created a safe place for you to process your thoughts, explore your feelings and release you into your full potential.

*I am currently accepting new clients, both in person and online.* My passion is working with individuals and couples who are experiencing relationship issues. I believe that many of our current challenges are rooted in our past and that by uncovering and working through our past relationship difficulties, including attachment and abandonment injuries, we can begin to heal. I love working with clients who are wanting to make changes in their lives by digging deep and working to address whatever issues they are facing.

I provide support and guidance for anxiety, trauma, stress, and relationships. My clients say I am their "safe space." I feel privileged to play that role! I have experience working with adults in various stages of relational and personal development. I am also skilled in working with couples. My approach involves a collaborative process of building a genuine therapeutic relationship, defining goals and values, and addressing obstacles to growth. I use a variety of therapy models, depending on specific needs. I accept you as you are as I join you in your journey.

I am passionate about helping people find healing and wholeness with whatever they may be struggling with. Often times I hear people say that their circumstances feel like a mountain they cannot climb, the road they are on seems impassible or the journey seems too daunting. This reminded me of an ancient text that says: ​ ​ "Every valley shall be filled in, every mountain and hill made low. The crooked roads shall become straight, the rough ways smooth." ​ This is the heart and passion behind what I do. My hope is to journey with you so that you can conquer that mountain, traverse the impossible trail, and find healing and wholeness

Are you currently facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, emotional dysregulation, trauma, grief, or stress? Perhaps you are navigating difficult relationship dynamics or coping with significant life transitions? These are just a few of the hurdles that many individuals face, and can deeply impact your day-to-day life, relationships, and overall well-being. You are not alone. Many individuals, regardless of background or identity, are experiencing similar emotions—feeling anxious, uncertain, and overwhelmed by the struggles they face. Life can be different. You deserve support and guidance to get you there.

Anyone who is not experiencing fullness and freedom like they were created to! Someone who wants more and is unsatisfied with just getting by or surviving and wants to live fully alive and free. They are ready to do whatever it takes to meet their goals and be the best version of themselves.

Finding the right therapist is as important as getting the right help. In the process of seeking who you would prefer to work with, we offer a free 15 minute consultation over the phone. If you decide to make an appointment, the first session has no strings attached. We will go through what the concerns are, some goals, and expectations (if any), and you can decide whether you are ready for us to continue with further sessions. Collaboration is essential in this process of finding a path to your healing. Take the next step and give us a call to see if we can work together. Our office hours are M-F 9am-8pm and Saturdays 10am-5pm.

My practice centres on supporting healthy relationships including those we have with ourselves, which is foundational in influencing the relationships we have with others, including with our friends, our partners, our children, and our families. Many of us spend time, energy, and money decluttering our homes and workspaces. I believe our hearts, minds, and emotions deserve to be decluttered too. You may be holding on to emotions and habits that no longer serve a helpful role in our lives, but that can change. If you're reading this profile, you're ready for change. That's a good thing, and I can help you let go of the clutter.

Having authentic connections can impact our ability to fully engage ourselves in the work needed to create change. I have found that sometimes the most profound, transformative healing takes place within the simplicity & safety of a supportive client-therapist relationship. Authenticity, trust & respect are the guiding principles of my trauma-informed, spiritually sensitive and culturally safe practice. Rooted in positive psychology and mindfulness approaches, my counselling sessions integrate several evidence-based therapies including EMDR for trauma, DBT and CBT for anxiety, narrative & rational emotive informed therapies.

I am a Registered Social Worker and Art Therapist. I assist children as young as 6 years old, youth, families, parents, and individual women of all ages. Common challenges include trauma, anxiety, stress, emotional regulation, behavioural issues, parent-child relationships, family interaction patterns, communication, boundaries, self-esteem/self-worth and personal growth.