Photo of Jennifer Rioux, Psychologist in T3M, AB
Jennifer Rioux
Psychologist, MC, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3M
My professional experience in community centres, addiction treatment centres & medical facilities addressing various addictions, mental health, personal, and family relational concerns has been a valuable part of my professional journey and I bring this expertise to my private practice.
I work with individuals & couples with a variety of issues including addictions, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, relationship wellness, anger management, life stress, self-harm, infertility, unresolved trauma, grief, and sexual identity. I value a collaborative approach whether offering support or working to look at the thoughts, feelings, and behaviour that are keeping you stuck in unhealthy or unsatisfying patterns. My goal is to help you recognize your strengths and potential, increase positive life experiences, and build capacity to cope with life's struggles. LGBTQIA+ affirming.
My professional experience in community centres, addiction treatment centres & medical facilities addressing various addictions, mental health, personal, and family relational concerns has been a valuable part of my professional journey and I bring this expertise to my private practice.
I work with individuals & couples with a variety of issues including addictions, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, relationship wellness, anger management, life stress, self-harm, infertility, unresolved trauma, grief, and sexual identity. I value a collaborative approach whether offering support or working to look at the thoughts, feelings, and behaviour that are keeping you stuck in unhealthy or unsatisfying patterns. My goal is to help you recognize your strengths and potential, increase positive life experiences, and build capacity to cope with life's struggles. LGBTQIA+ affirming.
(587) 850-2937 View (587) 850-2937
Photo of Dr. Kendra Massie, Psychologist in T3M, AB
Dr. Kendra Massie
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3M
I am a Clinical Psychologist with a family-focused practice and over 15 years of experience. Children, youth, families, and parents/caregivers often see me when there are concerns about behavior, sleep, anxiety, emotion regulation, family and peer relationships, adjustment (e.g., parental separation, medical diagnosis), and disrupted attachment (e.g., foster care, adoption). Adults seek my services when they have concerns and goals related to relationships, coping, and adjustment. I have worked in diverse settings including children’s hospitals, school districts, a not-for-profit organization, and my private practice.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with a family-focused practice and over 15 years of experience. Children, youth, families, and parents/caregivers often see me when there are concerns about behavior, sleep, anxiety, emotion regulation, family and peer relationships, adjustment (e.g., parental separation, medical diagnosis), and disrupted attachment (e.g., foster care, adoption). Adults seek my services when they have concerns and goals related to relationships, coping, and adjustment. I have worked in diverse settings including children’s hospitals, school districts, a not-for-profit organization, and my private practice.
(825) 508-7016 View (825) 508-7016
Photo of Karen Turnock - Specializing In Women's Mental Health, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in T3M, AB
Karen Turnock - Specializing In Women's Mental Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3M  (Online Only)
Modern motherhood is overwhelming and intense. I work with women from the start of their fertility journey through the many phases of parenting. Clients are often working through difficult core memories, recent or past losses and traumatic events, are making sense of this time of transition and are processing points of stress and anxiety. My approaches are grounded in attachment and child development theory and I'm often working with moms to better understand their child's behaviour and why it can be so dysregulating. Most of all, I'm passionate about supporting women in finding joy and thriving during these vulnerable years.
Modern motherhood is overwhelming and intense. I work with women from the start of their fertility journey through the many phases of parenting. Clients are often working through difficult core memories, recent or past losses and traumatic events, are making sense of this time of transition and are processing points of stress and anxiety. My approaches are grounded in attachment and child development theory and I'm often working with moms to better understand their child's behaviour and why it can be so dysregulating. Most of all, I'm passionate about supporting women in finding joy and thriving during these vulnerable years.
(587) 324-2247 View (587) 324-2247
Photo of Kassia Anderson, Registered Social Worker in T3M, AB
Kassia Anderson
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3M
We are not meant to do the tough stuff alone. I started my practice because I am passionate about the importance of human connection and its necessity for healing. I fully understand the struggles that can arise from carrying the weight of life's challenges. During these times, it can be helpful to seek support with a counsellor to help you process, explore, and heal. I am a Master’s level Registered Social Worker and have been working in the field for over 11 years. I hold particular interest in the areas of grief, women’s health, parenting, relationships, life transitions, anxiety, depression, shame, and trauma.
We are not meant to do the tough stuff alone. I started my practice because I am passionate about the importance of human connection and its necessity for healing. I fully understand the struggles that can arise from carrying the weight of life's challenges. During these times, it can be helpful to seek support with a counsellor to help you process, explore, and heal. I am a Master’s level Registered Social Worker and have been working in the field for over 11 years. I hold particular interest in the areas of grief, women’s health, parenting, relationships, life transitions, anxiety, depression, shame, and trauma.
(587) 705-0638 View (587) 705-0638
Photo of Focus Forward Therapy Group-Boutique Mental Health, Registered Psychotherapist in T3M, AB
Focus Forward Therapy Group-Boutique Mental Health
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RCT, RCYC
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3M
Focus Forward Therapy Group is Ottawa's Premier Mental Health Clinic located in Kanata Ontario. We offer a boutique experience to help support your best life. Psychotherapy, counselling/assess. are all found in this upscale setting. Our team features Psychotherapists, Nurses, Mental Health experts to support your health and wellbeing. Our services offer sports psychology ,psychometric testing, treatment, both 1 to1 and couples. We offer families support with children and youth counselling . Looking at setting goals and making a change? This is our top priority. Book online or call to connect .
Focus Forward Therapy Group is Ottawa's Premier Mental Health Clinic located in Kanata Ontario. We offer a boutique experience to help support your best life. Psychotherapy, counselling/assess. are all found in this upscale setting. Our team features Psychotherapists, Nurses, Mental Health experts to support your health and wellbeing. Our services offer sports psychology ,psychometric testing, treatment, both 1 to1 and couples. We offer families support with children and youth counselling . Looking at setting goals and making a change? This is our top priority. Book online or call to connect .
(844) 811-5516 View (844) 811-5516

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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.