Therapists in Calgary, AB
Maria R Schmid
Psychologist, BA, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2E
Maria is currently accepting new clients for individual, couple and family therapy.
It takes courage to seek help when life isn't going smoothly and our regular methods of coping are not solving the issues we encounter. Drawing upon a depth of life experience, a broad breadth of knowledge and a reverence for all faiths and cultures, Maria is well qualified to assist you through life's challenges and transitions. Maria engages clients in objective, safe and supportive conversations about the isolating issues we face. She is passionate and committed to the health and wholeness of individuals, couples and families and can integrate a Christian perspective to counselling.
Maria is currently accepting new clients for individual, couple and family therapy.
It takes courage to seek help when life isn't going smoothly and our regular methods of coping are not solving the issues we encounter. Drawing upon a depth of life experience, a broad breadth of knowledge and a reverence for all faiths and cultures, Maria is well qualified to assist you through life's challenges and transitions. Maria engages clients in objective, safe and supportive conversations about the isolating issues we face. She is passionate and committed to the health and wholeness of individuals, couples and families and can integrate a Christian perspective to counselling.
Andrea Laura Krygier
Psychologist, RPSYH, MEd, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2H (Online Only)
With almost 30 years of clinical experience, I approach each and every client with curiosity, warmth, empathy and respect I have an honest passion for people and can’t see myself doing any other thing other than helping others live meaningful lives I’m very sensitive to the fact that everyone is unique and it is of utmost Importance to tailor my work to each and everyone’s specific needs
With almost 30 years of clinical experience, I approach each and every client with curiosity, warmth, empathy and respect I have an honest passion for people and can’t see myself doing any other thing other than helping others live meaningful lives I’m very sensitive to the fact that everyone is unique and it is of utmost Importance to tailor my work to each and everyone’s specific needs
Online Therapists
Joanne Gobeil Psychological Services Inc
Psychologist, BA(Hon), MC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Airdrie, AB T4B
Joanne Gobeil is a Registered Psychologist in Alberta and per the registration boards through virtual sessions in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. Joanne is also a Canadian Certified Counsellor in BC, SK, MB, NWT, YT, NU, and NFLD. Joanne has certificates in CBT-M, exposure therapy, Gottman couples therapy, EMDR, DBT, play therapy, and autism. Joanne has completed her doctoral level courses in grief counselling and is working on her thesis. Joanne has over 20 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and couples. Joanne covers a wide range of issues including Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, AD/HD, PTSD, ASD, OCD, etc.
Joanne Gobeil is a Registered Psychologist in Alberta and per the registration boards through virtual sessions in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. Joanne is also a Canadian Certified Counsellor in BC, SK, MB, NWT, YT, NU, and NFLD. Joanne has certificates in CBT-M, exposure therapy, Gottman couples therapy, EMDR, DBT, play therapy, and autism. Joanne has completed her doctoral level courses in grief counselling and is working on her thesis. Joanne has over 20 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and couples. Joanne covers a wide range of issues including Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, AD/HD, PTSD, ASD, OCD, etc.
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Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.