Family Therapy in T2R
I help individual clients with ADHD, anxiety, and addiction concerns regain control over their lives. I also offer relationship help for individuals and couples. There is a capable and special person inside each and every one of us; don't let your symptoms stop you from being that person. My therapeutic orientations include Cognitive Behavioural, Psychodynamic, Existential, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and family therapy approaches as appropriate.
I help individual clients with ADHD, anxiety, and addiction concerns regain control over their lives. I also offer relationship help for individuals and couples. There is a capable and special person inside each and every one of us; don't let your symptoms stop you from being that person. My therapeutic orientations include Cognitive Behavioural, Psychodynamic, Existential, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and family therapy approaches as appropriate.
Some of the therapeutic models I utilize include Family Systems Theory, Polyvagal Theory, EMDR, ART, and Somatic Experiencing.
If you are struggling, know that you are not alone. Life can be hard. The idea that its supposed to be easy, or that if we struggle it means we are failing, or not enough, is wrong. These harmful beliefs along with our personal and difficult life experiences, can cause disconnection from ourselves and others. I believe this disconnection is the source of much of our suffering. I am here to support you on your unique healing journey as you rediscover the inherent resilience and capacity for healing and joy that has always been within you.
Some of the therapeutic models I utilize include Family Systems Theory, Polyvagal Theory, EMDR, ART, and Somatic Experiencing.
If you are struggling, know that you are not alone. Life can be hard. The idea that its supposed to be easy, or that if we struggle it means we are failing, or not enough, is wrong. These harmful beliefs along with our personal and difficult life experiences, can cause disconnection from ourselves and others. I believe this disconnection is the source of much of our suffering. I am here to support you on your unique healing journey as you rediscover the inherent resilience and capacity for healing and joy that has always been within you.
Dr. Elena Bouko - AB Counselling Psychology Centre
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RSW, MA
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2R
Reasonable 99$ pricing. AB Psychotherapy, Counselling, & Mental Health Services specializes in family therapy/ family-based counselling, individual counselling for children and youth, as well as play therapy for those young people and families affected by mental health difficulties, and related socio-emotional-learning difficulties. We also offer couple/marital counselling and support for parents/caregivers. AB Counselling Clinic also offers clinical supervision, consultation and training.
Reasonable 99$ pricing. AB Psychotherapy, Counselling, & Mental Health Services specializes in family therapy/ family-based counselling, individual counselling for children and youth, as well as play therapy for those young people and families affected by mental health difficulties, and related socio-emotional-learning difficulties. We also offer couple/marital counselling and support for parents/caregivers. AB Counselling Clinic also offers clinical supervision, consultation and training.
Contextual forces of family, community, historical events, and trauma shape the brain from conception through the lifespan. Less than optimal circumstances can lead to a compromised nervous system and the formation of maladaptive patterns in the brain and body. As a result, you may suffer from symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, poor emotional regulation, difficulty in relationships, addictions, dissociation; and even autoimmune disorders or physical symptoms that cannot be explained medically. If you want to heal stuck patterns, live authentically with more joy and less fear, and have better relationships, I can help!
Contextual forces of family, community, historical events, and trauma shape the brain from conception through the lifespan. Less than optimal circumstances can lead to a compromised nervous system and the formation of maladaptive patterns in the brain and body. As a result, you may suffer from symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, poor emotional regulation, difficulty in relationships, addictions, dissociation; and even autoimmune disorders or physical symptoms that cannot be explained medically. If you want to heal stuck patterns, live authentically with more joy and less fear, and have better relationships, I can help!
I aim to empower parents as the "bigger, stronger, wiser, and kind" half of the parent-child relationship, and as such, I walk along side them as they make shifts in order to bring about the change within the family that they desire.
Parenting is a wondrous yet often difficult journey. Children's early development takes place within the context of their close relationships. My work focusses on helping to optimize the parent-child relationship as the foundation for a child to reach their potential and have the best possible start in life. I have focussed my career on working with children, including children with developmental differences and various medical challenges through settings such as Montreal Children's Hospital, Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario, and the Alberta Children's Hospital. I look forward to journeying with you on the adventure of parenting.
I aim to empower parents as the "bigger, stronger, wiser, and kind" half of the parent-child relationship, and as such, I walk along side them as they make shifts in order to bring about the change within the family that they desire.
Parenting is a wondrous yet often difficult journey. Children's early development takes place within the context of their close relationships. My work focusses on helping to optimize the parent-child relationship as the foundation for a child to reach their potential and have the best possible start in life. I have focussed my career on working with children, including children with developmental differences and various medical challenges through settings such as Montreal Children's Hospital, Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario, and the Alberta Children's Hospital. I look forward to journeying with you on the adventure of parenting.
Hi everybody! I’m George, a Registered Provisional Psychologist. I've called Calgary home for the past 25 years and spent my childhood in Winnipeg and Prince George. Each summer, my parents would take us to Egypt to stay connected with our family heritage and the country they immigrated from. Although my Arabic isn’t perfect, these cross-cultural experiences deeply shaped my perspective, helping me to appreciate and value diverse ways of life. This journey has fostered a non-judgmental and compassionate approach to understanding and supporting people from all walks of life. My therapeutic approach integrates Acceptance
Hi everybody! I’m George, a Registered Provisional Psychologist. I've called Calgary home for the past 25 years and spent my childhood in Winnipeg and Prince George. Each summer, my parents would take us to Egypt to stay connected with our family heritage and the country they immigrated from. Although my Arabic isn’t perfect, these cross-cultural experiences deeply shaped my perspective, helping me to appreciate and value diverse ways of life. This journey has fostered a non-judgmental and compassionate approach to understanding and supporting people from all walks of life. My therapeutic approach integrates Acceptance
Please reach out if you’d like to know more, or to explore whether I would be a good fit for you or your family member.
Life is hard! We may be faced with challenges from the time we are young, and sometimes the struggles come later in life. Sometimes we lose ourselves along the way. The good news is that things can change and you are already stronger and wiser than you realize! I believe in the power of human resiliency and people’s capacity for personal growth. You are the expert on your own life, and whether you are working to heal from a past trauma, trying to improve your relationship skills, overcome struggles with anxiety or depression, increase your sense of self-worth, dealing with a loss, or just working to find yourself again. I can help!
Please reach out if you’d like to know more, or to explore whether I would be a good fit for you or your family member.
Life is hard! We may be faced with challenges from the time we are young, and sometimes the struggles come later in life. Sometimes we lose ourselves along the way. The good news is that things can change and you are already stronger and wiser than you realize! I believe in the power of human resiliency and people’s capacity for personal growth. You are the expert on your own life, and whether you are working to heal from a past trauma, trying to improve your relationship skills, overcome struggles with anxiety or depression, increase your sense of self-worth, dealing with a loss, or just working to find yourself again. I can help!
Do you struggle with anxiety, grief, the effects of trauma, or an inability to feel worthy? Are you finding it difficult to show up for yourself and others in the ways that you want to? Do you feel overwhelmed by a challenging relationship, difficult family dynamics, or the demands of daily life and wonder if things will ever get easier or more manageable? Right now, so many of us are experiencing increased worry, loss of direction, and uncertainty and feel paralyzed. But what if you have the capacity to create positive change and all you need is a little support to take the next right step toward the life you want to live?
Do you struggle with anxiety, grief, the effects of trauma, or an inability to feel worthy? Are you finding it difficult to show up for yourself and others in the ways that you want to? Do you feel overwhelmed by a challenging relationship, difficult family dynamics, or the demands of daily life and wonder if things will ever get easier or more manageable? Right now, so many of us are experiencing increased worry, loss of direction, and uncertainty and feel paralyzed. But what if you have the capacity to create positive change and all you need is a little support to take the next right step toward the life you want to live?
My approach to counselling is specific to each client I work with. I believe the therapeutic process is highly creative and that it relies equally on both spontaneous diversion and meticulous planning. In addition to direct focus on the individual, I also believe deeply in the power of family dynamics, social structure, and the societal pressures that exist in our highly complex modern world.
My approach to counselling is specific to each client I work with. I believe the therapeutic process is highly creative and that it relies equally on both spontaneous diversion and meticulous planning. In addition to direct focus on the individual, I also believe deeply in the power of family dynamics, social structure, and the societal pressures that exist in our highly complex modern world.
and how we can find the "tough" within ourselves to "get going" and prevail! I would be thrilled to work with you, your family, and your systems.
I am constantly amazed at the resilience we all show, as we navigate our lives amidst the challenges that invariably arise! Sometimes the demands on us outweigh the resources we have available in that moment. It takes a courageous person to recognize the need for, and to request and accept, support. I am honoured every time clients invite me to join them along their journeys toward improved insight, skill, interaction, and overall living.
and how we can find the "tough" within ourselves to "get going" and prevail! I would be thrilled to work with you, your family, and your systems.
I am constantly amazed at the resilience we all show, as we navigate our lives amidst the challenges that invariably arise! Sometimes the demands on us outweigh the resources we have available in that moment. It takes a courageous person to recognize the need for, and to request and accept, support. I am honoured every time clients invite me to join them along their journeys toward improved insight, skill, interaction, and overall living.
My approach is client-centered and individualized to cater to your personal experiences and goals. I incorporate a variety of evidence-based therapy modalities to tailor my approach to your unique needs including but not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Theory and am also certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). I practice from a Trauma-Informed and Family Systems lens. I believe in working from a holistic manner and pulling from different theories and evidence-based approaches to ensure your individual needs are being met.
My approach is client-centered and individualized to cater to your personal experiences and goals. I incorporate a variety of evidence-based therapy modalities to tailor my approach to your unique needs including but not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Theory and am also certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). I practice from a Trauma-Informed and Family Systems lens. I believe in working from a holistic manner and pulling from different theories and evidence-based approaches to ensure your individual needs are being met.
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Hi you are a teen or adult , or a couple, who is/are looking for some help - someone to listen, understand and to give you some insight into your situation. You need to be heard and to sort through the confusion of thoughts and feelings you are having. You may want help in communicating with your partner, or family member. You are a worker who may be looking for skills in managing your stress, feelings of panic of helplessness or maybe you are just over whelmed? You are a parent who wants to learn how to balance work and life and to juggle all those balls in the air!
Hi you are a teen or adult , or a couple, who is/are looking for some help - someone to listen, understand and to give you some insight into your situation. You need to be heard and to sort through the confusion of thoughts and feelings you are having. You may want help in communicating with your partner, or family member. You are a worker who may be looking for skills in managing your stress, feelings of panic of helplessness or maybe you are just over whelmed? You are a parent who wants to learn how to balance work and life and to juggle all those balls in the air!
My purpose is to help those with trauma find peace. Trauma has many faces. From haunting memories, and dreams to feeling anxious, angry, and depressed. Ties with friends and family can also be hurt. As much as trauma is painful, it is treatable. Over my 22 years of work, I have become an expert at building coping skills and helping others heal. I have had the honour to work with Canadian military veterans, RCMP, Calgary police, Paramedics and other professionals. I am also experienced working with persons who have been abused by their family and loved ones, motor vehicle accidents and other serious traumas.
My purpose is to help those with trauma find peace. Trauma has many faces. From haunting memories, and dreams to feeling anxious, angry, and depressed. Ties with friends and family can also be hurt. As much as trauma is painful, it is treatable. Over my 22 years of work, I have become an expert at building coping skills and helping others heal. I have had the honour to work with Canadian military veterans, RCMP, Calgary police, Paramedics and other professionals. I am also experienced working with persons who have been abused by their family and loved ones, motor vehicle accidents and other serious traumas.
Acknowledging that we are all unique, Ben takes a collaborative, curiosity-driven, individualized, compassionate, person-focused, and strength-based approach to counselling. He draws from a combination of modalities, such as solution-focused therapy, person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), somatic therapy, and Internal Family Systems (IFS). He works with individuals dealing with chronic pain/somatic issues, couples/relationship challenges, parenting issues, anxiety, depression, religious trauma, self-esteem, life changes/existential challenges, work/life stress, grief, and loss. Ben has been a Chiropractor for
Acknowledging that we are all unique, Ben takes a collaborative, curiosity-driven, individualized, compassionate, person-focused, and strength-based approach to counselling. He draws from a combination of modalities, such as solution-focused therapy, person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), somatic therapy, and Internal Family Systems (IFS). He works with individuals dealing with chronic pain/somatic issues, couples/relationship challenges, parenting issues, anxiety, depression, religious trauma, self-esteem, life changes/existential challenges, work/life stress, grief, and loss. Ben has been a Chiropractor for
Whether the issue is infertility, addiction, relationship or family problems we will work through it together.
Life can be challenging and although we may be able to cope with the majority of difficulties that come our way sometimes an issue arises that feels too difficult to manage on our own. This may be a problem within ourselves, our relationships or a situation which is seemingly beyond our control. Let me support you in tapping into your natural strengths and resiliency to overcome the problem that is facing you today. We can work together to find the solution that will work the best for you.
Whether the issue is infertility, addiction, relationship or family problems we will work through it together.
Life can be challenging and although we may be able to cope with the majority of difficulties that come our way sometimes an issue arises that feels too difficult to manage on our own. This may be a problem within ourselves, our relationships or a situation which is seemingly beyond our control. Let me support you in tapping into your natural strengths and resiliency to overcome the problem that is facing you today. We can work together to find the solution that will work the best for you.
Keep Growing Counselling Services Inc
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2R
I am a family mediator and have worked in the court system for the majority of my career and know first hand the impact of prolonged conflict on family systems.
Are you at a crossroads? Has life given you some lemons? Are you struggling to make a big decision? Are your relationships languishing? Are you considering separation? Life can seem like a never ending cycle of things happening to you and you just can't seem to catch your breath. If you would like to shift these challenges to growth opportunities, I would love to work with you and help you develop your goals and create more balance in your life.
I am a family mediator and have worked in the court system for the majority of my career and know first hand the impact of prolonged conflict on family systems.
Are you at a crossroads? Has life given you some lemons? Are you struggling to make a big decision? Are your relationships languishing? Are you considering separation? Life can seem like a never ending cycle of things happening to you and you just can't seem to catch your breath. If you would like to shift these challenges to growth opportunities, I would love to work with you and help you develop your goals and create more balance in your life.
I work with adolescents, adults and families struggling with a range of mental health and relationship concerns. My specialty areas include eating disorders, trauma, couple therapy and parenting issues.My training has a strong attachment and family systems focus. I was also trained in Integrated Body focused Psychotherapy and Family Constellations. I also bring to my work my life experience of living in various parts of the world, the experience of moving through life transitions successfully and that of parenting my own two children. For clients who are interested in Eating Disorder resources, please consult the following website : www.silverliningsfoundation.ca
I work with adolescents, adults and families struggling with a range of mental health and relationship concerns. My specialty areas include eating disorders, trauma, couple therapy and parenting issues.My training has a strong attachment and family systems focus. I was also trained in Integrated Body focused Psychotherapy and Family Constellations. I also bring to my work my life experience of living in various parts of the world, the experience of moving through life transitions successfully and that of parenting my own two children. For clients who are interested in Eating Disorder resources, please consult the following website : www.silverliningsfoundation.ca
I am currently providing the following interventions: Child Consultant; Voice of the Child Intervention; Child Development Consultations; Therapeutic Access/ Reunification Therapy; Parent Child Relationship Therapy; Parent/Child Contact Problems; Mediation and Family Restructuring; SAFE Home Study .
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.
I am currently providing the following interventions: Child Consultant; Voice of the Child Intervention; Child Development Consultations; Therapeutic Access/ Reunification Therapy; Parent Child Relationship Therapy; Parent/Child Contact Problems; Mediation and Family Restructuring; SAFE Home Study .
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.
I have specialized training in Gottman method for couples, Family Therapy, Feedback Informed treatment, and Trauma Informed Therapy.
Sometimes we can feel a bit stuck. I help individuals and couples identify and understand patterns so they can better meet their needs and create positive change. We'll work together to enhance communication, navigate emotions, and overcome challenges. Offering virtual sessions in Alberta and both virtual and in-person sessions in Vancouver.
I have specialized training in Gottman method for couples, Family Therapy, Feedback Informed treatment, and Trauma Informed Therapy.
Sometimes we can feel a bit stuck. I help individuals and couples identify and understand patterns so they can better meet their needs and create positive change. We'll work together to enhance communication, navigate emotions, and overcome challenges. Offering virtual sessions in Alberta and both virtual and in-person sessions in Vancouver.
I am a Registered Psychologist with over 9 years of experience in the mental health field. I specialize in working with anxiety, trauma, and neurodevelopmental disorders and my areas of interest include grief and loss, stress, relationship/ family dynamic challenges, parenting and child development, neurodivergence, and decolonizing practices. I excel at working with individuals who are looking to develop insight, good health behaviours, and challenge and explore their life experiences as well as identities.
I am a Registered Psychologist with over 9 years of experience in the mental health field. I specialize in working with anxiety, trauma, and neurodevelopmental disorders and my areas of interest include grief and loss, stress, relationship/ family dynamic challenges, parenting and child development, neurodivergence, and decolonizing practices. I excel at working with individuals who are looking to develop insight, good health behaviours, and challenge and explore their life experiences as well as identities.
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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.