Feminist Therapists in Edmonton, AB
Harrogate Psychological Services
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5L (Online Only)
My main approach is feminist therapy, which boils down to three things: 1) You are the expert on your experiences; 2) The systems we live in impact our experiences, and their impact on us informs our mental health; and, 3) I actively interrogate my whiteness, internalized white supremacy, and work to de-centre whiteness both professional and personally.
I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist with a general private practice in north Edmonton. I have a strong interest in supporting folks who are dealing with ongoing stress, developmental PTSD, trauma or anxiety. Being diagnosed with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder as an adult, I have a particular interest in how trauma symptoms and coping strategies can sometimes overlap with, and impact, executive functioning. To find out more about me and my work, visit https://harrogatef.wixsite.com/harrogatepsychology
My main approach is feminist therapy, which boils down to three things: 1) You are the expert on your experiences; 2) The systems we live in impact our experiences, and their impact on us informs our mental health; and, 3) I actively interrogate my whiteness, internalized white supremacy, and work to de-centre whiteness both professional and personally.
I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist with a general private practice in north Edmonton. I have a strong interest in supporting folks who are dealing with ongoing stress, developmental PTSD, trauma or anxiety. Being diagnosed with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder as an adult, I have a particular interest in how trauma symptoms and coping strategies can sometimes overlap with, and impact, executive functioning. To find out more about me and my work, visit https://harrogatef.wixsite.com/harrogatepsychology
Pragya Sharma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6C
Waitlist for new clients
I approach therapy with an intersectional feminist, anti-racist, anti-oppressive lens.
I work predominantly with folks who are racialized, 2SLGBTIQ, neurodivergent, and/or disabled. Often, those I work with have been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder; experience identity-based trauma; struggle with relationships, emotional regulation, or impulsivity; want greater self-awareness or understanding; want to feel a sense of belonging, connection, and safety; or generally, want more joy in their lives.
I approach therapy with an intersectional feminist, anti-racist, anti-oppressive lens.
I work predominantly with folks who are racialized, 2SLGBTIQ, neurodivergent, and/or disabled. Often, those I work with have been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder; experience identity-based trauma; struggle with relationships, emotional regulation, or impulsivity; want greater self-awareness or understanding; want to feel a sense of belonging, connection, and safety; or generally, want more joy in their lives.
Mateo Huezo
Psychologist, RPsych, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5T (Online Only)
My training and specializations include using postmodern and feminist approaches, play and arts in therapy, cognitive behavioural approaches, and approaches that meet the World Professional Association for Transgender Health's Standards for Care.
Welcome! I'm so glad you found your way here. My name is Mateo Huezo and I'm a Latin Patlacheh (2 Spirit) person who works with folks across Alberta. I work with folks who are navigating issues around mood, anxiety, stress, burnout, trauma, grief, and more. Most of my work has been within 2SLGBTQ+ communities, with folks who are neurodiverse, and/or folks who are racially diverse in this society.
My training and specializations include using postmodern and feminist approaches, play and arts in therapy, cognitive behavioural approaches, and approaches that meet the World Professional Association for Transgender Health's Standards for Care.
Welcome! I'm so glad you found your way here. My name is Mateo Huezo and I'm a Latin Patlacheh (2 Spirit) person who works with folks across Alberta. I work with folks who are navigating issues around mood, anxiety, stress, burnout, trauma, grief, and more. Most of my work has been within 2SLGBTQ+ communities, with folks who are neurodiverse, and/or folks who are racially diverse in this society.
Revestin Matias
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BA Hon, MEd
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6X
Waitlist for new clients
Hi I am Revestin (Revs-stin). I enjoy supporting individuals who struggle with anxiety, childhood trauma, low self-esteem, eating disorders/disordered eating and body shame and racial discrimination/trauma. I use a feminist and holistic lens because I believe everything is connected. Therefore, together we will do a deep dive to learn more about yourself and identify ways to overcome barriers that get in the way of self-fulfillment.
Hi I am Revestin (Revs-stin). I enjoy supporting individuals who struggle with anxiety, childhood trauma, low self-esteem, eating disorders/disordered eating and body shame and racial discrimination/trauma. I use a feminist and holistic lens because I believe everything is connected. Therefore, together we will do a deep dive to learn more about yourself and identify ways to overcome barriers that get in the way of self-fulfillment.
Samantha K Molen
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6E
I work from a person-centered, anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, feminist lens drawing attention to the systems in which we all live, work, and play and how they affect us, our relationships and our mental health.
I work with individuals living with anxiety, OCD, depression, disability (short term, long term, permanent), compassion fatigue, caregiver stress, terminal/chronic illness, chronic pain, grief and loss, body image and self love, spirituality and existential issues as well as veterans and military family members.
I work from a person-centered, anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, feminist lens drawing attention to the systems in which we all live, work, and play and how they affect us, our relationships and our mental health.
I work with individuals living with anxiety, OCD, depression, disability (short term, long term, permanent), compassion fatigue, caregiver stress, terminal/chronic illness, chronic pain, grief and loss, body image and self love, spirituality and existential issues as well as veterans and military family members.
Julie Peters
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5R
I deeply believe that the body knows what needs to be healed and holds the keys to that healing. Our systems, however, are so good at keeping us safe that we often can't access those keys alone. I use a range of tools to facilitate that healing, including conversation, meditation, visualization, mindfulness, IFS, AEDP, and sometimes energy work depending on the individual I am working with. I aim to be feminist, trauma-informed, and anti-oppressive, which means the client is always the expert on their own experience. We work collaboratively using a range of tools to find the right path forward for you.
I deeply believe that the body knows what needs to be healed and holds the keys to that healing. Our systems, however, are so good at keeping us safe that we often can't access those keys alone. I use a range of tools to facilitate that healing, including conversation, meditation, visualization, mindfulness, IFS, AEDP, and sometimes energy work depending on the individual I am working with. I aim to be feminist, trauma-informed, and anti-oppressive, which means the client is always the expert on their own experience. We work collaboratively using a range of tools to find the right path forward for you.
Harrogate Psychological Services
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5L (Online Only)
My name is Franki Harrogate, and I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist with a general private practice in Edmonton, Alberta. The foundation of my therapeutic approach is feminist and multicultural, with an intersectional perspective: I work with adult clients of any gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, and relationship framework. I am kink-positive, sex-work positive, and a harm reduction advocate.
My name is Franki Harrogate, and I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist with a general private practice in Edmonton, Alberta. The foundation of my therapeutic approach is feminist and multicultural, with an intersectional perspective: I work with adult clients of any gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, and relationship framework. I am kink-positive, sex-work positive, and a harm reduction advocate.
Ignite Counselling & Wellness Services
Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5P
At Ignite Counselling & Wellness Services we specialize in feminist, social justice focused, anti-oppressive counselling. Our team members have experience working collaboratively with clients on wide array of concerns. Please check out our website at www.ignitewellness.ca for our full bios or email hello@ignitewellness.ca for our availability.
At Ignite Counselling & Wellness Services we specialize in feminist, social justice focused, anti-oppressive counselling. Our team members have experience working collaboratively with clients on wide array of concerns. Please check out our website at www.ignitewellness.ca for our full bios or email hello@ignitewellness.ca for our availability.
Lindsay Redman
Psychologist, MEd
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5K
I am a queer therapist and embrace a poly/ feminist friendly & neurodiversity and gender affirming approach.
Lunch hour, afternoon/ evening & Saturday availability. Easy online booking. Counseling can be a slice of time for us to bring attention to what you’re feeling and, given what you’ve already experienced, notice what you're now ready to experience from here. My practice is rooted in nurturing secure connection with self and others. I work collaboratively supporting feelings of security, purpose & fulfillment, alongside a titrated release of anxiety/ fear. I am perpetually intrigued at how things can shift naturally and feel surprisingly easier as the wisdom in our body/ nervous system is effectively included in healing conversation.
I am a queer therapist and embrace a poly/ feminist friendly & neurodiversity and gender affirming approach.
Lunch hour, afternoon/ evening & Saturday availability. Easy online booking. Counseling can be a slice of time for us to bring attention to what you’re feeling and, given what you’ve already experienced, notice what you're now ready to experience from here. My practice is rooted in nurturing secure connection with self and others. I work collaboratively supporting feelings of security, purpose & fulfillment, alongside a titrated release of anxiety/ fear. I am perpetually intrigued at how things can shift naturally and feel surprisingly easier as the wisdom in our body/ nervous system is effectively included in healing conversation.
Reena Samra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6G
Welcome! I am a trauma therapist with culturally informed, anti-racist & intersectional feminist values. I would be honored to walk through life's difficulties with you through creating a trusting relationship. We can process life experiences, break intergenerational trauma cycles, develop your unique identity, explore values, or set boundaries. Through being more compassionate to yourself, we can build your self worth and heal childhood wounds. I work holistically to support folks to deepen their connections to their mind, body, soul, spirit, emotions & community. I care about creating safer spaces that empower BIPOC mental health.
Welcome! I am a trauma therapist with culturally informed, anti-racist & intersectional feminist values. I would be honored to walk through life's difficulties with you through creating a trusting relationship. We can process life experiences, break intergenerational trauma cycles, develop your unique identity, explore values, or set boundaries. Through being more compassionate to yourself, we can build your self worth and heal childhood wounds. I work holistically to support folks to deepen their connections to their mind, body, soul, spirit, emotions & community. I care about creating safer spaces that empower BIPOC mental health.
Consuelo Arriagada
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6E (Online Only)
I work from a feminist, multicultural, and intersectional perspective, with adults of all backgrounds.
Life may not be going the way you hoped it would. Experiences from your past may make it difficult to trust yourself or others, and you may hold beliefs, identities, and intersections that mean you face unique barriers in the world. Anxiety may make it hard to connect with people, and you may struggle with negative self-talk, setting boundaries, and expressing your needs. You may have many questions about how to have the relationships you crave, yet not know how to get there, or how to feel like you belong.
I work from a feminist, multicultural, and intersectional perspective, with adults of all backgrounds.
Life may not be going the way you hoped it would. Experiences from your past may make it difficult to trust yourself or others, and you may hold beliefs, identities, and intersections that mean you face unique barriers in the world. Anxiety may make it hard to connect with people, and you may struggle with negative self-talk, setting boundaries, and expressing your needs. You may have many questions about how to have the relationships you crave, yet not know how to get there, or how to feel like you belong.
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Registered Social Worker, MSW, RCSW, SexTher
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5T
Board Certified Clinical Sexologist, EMDR Certified, Certified Psychedelic Therapy ), Couples, Sexual Trauma, Feminist ENM Life Styles, Ethical Nudity, Kink, Tantra, Trauma Therapy,.
My ideal client (Adult, Single, Relationships) is totally focused on understanding themselves as a wholly formed authentic person. You may be ready to heal from your past traumas and to evolve into the person you were always meant to be. I assist you to understand your boundaries and learn how to practice them in relationships. You want to understand the Drama Triangles and your own role in in it. I call this learning how to practice authenticity, which is about becoming the most authentic version of yourself. I can help you with that.
Board Certified Clinical Sexologist, EMDR Certified, Certified Psychedelic Therapy ), Couples, Sexual Trauma, Feminist ENM Life Styles, Ethical Nudity, Kink, Tantra, Trauma Therapy,.
My ideal client (Adult, Single, Relationships) is totally focused on understanding themselves as a wholly formed authentic person. You may be ready to heal from your past traumas and to evolve into the person you were always meant to be. I assist you to understand your boundaries and learn how to practice them in relationships. You want to understand the Drama Triangles and your own role in in it. I call this learning how to practice authenticity, which is about becoming the most authentic version of yourself. I can help you with that.
Jan-Marie Chrzanowski
Psychologist, MC, RPsych
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5H
My therapeutic work with teens and adults typically draws on CBT, mindfulness and feminist approaches.
As a registered psychologist, I am passionate about working with children, youth, adults and their families. I support clients in their unique journeys of self-discovery, helping them to further develop their emotional, social and coping skills and self-esteem. I support families in developing their relationships, and assist parents/caregivers in adapting their parenting styles to the unique needs of each child.
My therapeutic work with teens and adults typically draws on CBT, mindfulness and feminist approaches.
As a registered psychologist, I am passionate about working with children, youth, adults and their families. I support clients in their unique journeys of self-discovery, helping them to further develop their emotional, social and coping skills and self-esteem. I support families in developing their relationships, and assist parents/caregivers in adapting their parenting styles to the unique needs of each child.
BIPOC Healing and Wellness Centre
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6G
BIPOC Healing and Wellness Centre is a specialized service tailored to provide anti-racist, decolonizing, intersectional feminist & culturally-informed therapy to individuals, couples, families & groups who identify as Black, Indigenous & People of Colour (BIPOC) in Alberta. Our centre was born on the idea that racialized folks need & deserve access to healing & wellness supports that are representative of our unique lived experiences, cultures, societal barriers, systemic oppression & marginalization. We specialize in therapy for BIPOC mental health, grief, intergenerational & racial trauma and healing from racism & discrimination.
BIPOC Healing and Wellness Centre is a specialized service tailored to provide anti-racist, decolonizing, intersectional feminist & culturally-informed therapy to individuals, couples, families & groups who identify as Black, Indigenous & People of Colour (BIPOC) in Alberta. Our centre was born on the idea that racialized folks need & deserve access to healing & wellness supports that are representative of our unique lived experiences, cultures, societal barriers, systemic oppression & marginalization. We specialize in therapy for BIPOC mental health, grief, intergenerational & racial trauma and healing from racism & discrimination.
Joey Shaughnessy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6E
Coming from a narrative-feminist approach, I believe in partial expertise — that as a client and a therapist, we both have expertise, but what we know is incomplete.
I take a holistic approach to practice, considering how our mind, emotions, body and spirit come together to frame our relationship to the world. I believe mental health to be not only the removal of challenges, but the creation of an active sense of well-being. So, in sessions together, I seek to focus not only on difficulties, but to consider what could be done to increase your resilience and sense of well-being. How we define health can vary widely, and some paths I tend to take focus on gratitude, mindfulness, self-compassion and vulnerability.
Coming from a narrative-feminist approach, I believe in partial expertise — that as a client and a therapist, we both have expertise, but what we know is incomplete.
I take a holistic approach to practice, considering how our mind, emotions, body and spirit come together to frame our relationship to the world. I believe mental health to be not only the removal of challenges, but the creation of an active sense of well-being. So, in sessions together, I seek to focus not only on difficulties, but to consider what could be done to increase your resilience and sense of well-being. How we define health can vary widely, and some paths I tend to take focus on gratitude, mindfulness, self-compassion and vulnerability.
Alyssa Walsh
Counsellor, BEd, MEd, CCC, CT
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T6E (Online Only)
I take a trauma-informed, relational, feminist approach to my work.
Starting therapy with someone new can be tough. Finding the right therapist for you can be even tougher. I've worked with clients who have bounced around a lot, who are looking for someone who makes them feel heard, seen, and understood. If you want a safer, inclusive, non-judgmental person to offer some support with your challenges and goals, I'd love to meet you.
I take a trauma-informed, relational, feminist approach to my work.
Starting therapy with someone new can be tough. Finding the right therapist for you can be even tougher. I've worked with clients who have bounced around a lot, who are looking for someone who makes them feel heard, seen, and understood. If you want a safer, inclusive, non-judgmental person to offer some support with your challenges and goals, I'd love to meet you.
Masimba Uzande
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T6H
My integrative approach is informed by a variety of modalities that I use such as EMDR, CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Attachment Theory, Feminist Theory Therapy, Mindfulness and Therapeutic Play with children.
My passion and experience is supporting children, youth and adults from diverse backgrounds including First Nation communities. I bring a wealth of international experience in the field of trauma informed mental health interventions with different cultures. I have worked and trained in various parts of the world including the United Kingdom, Southern Africa and Canada.
My integrative approach is informed by a variety of modalities that I use such as EMDR, CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Attachment Theory, Feminist Theory Therapy, Mindfulness and Therapeutic Play with children.
My passion and experience is supporting children, youth and adults from diverse backgrounds including First Nation communities. I bring a wealth of international experience in the field of trauma informed mental health interventions with different cultures. I have worked and trained in various parts of the world including the United Kingdom, Southern Africa and Canada.
Brandy Paulson
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MA, PPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6H
My goal is to provide a collaborative, open and supportive space for you to explore your experiences. I am trauma informed, gender and sexuality affirming and kink and poly friendly. I strive to create space for a variety of cultural backgrounds and I can offer a sliding scale to ensure counselling isn't financially prohibitive. I work from an existential, client-centered, and feminist perspective and believe strongly that everyone is capable of healing.
My goal is to provide a collaborative, open and supportive space for you to explore your experiences. I am trauma informed, gender and sexuality affirming and kink and poly friendly. I strive to create space for a variety of cultural backgrounds and I can offer a sliding scale to ensure counselling isn't financially prohibitive. I work from an existential, client-centered, and feminist perspective and believe strongly that everyone is capable of healing.
Rachel Pharo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6E
Working from a feminist, LGBT+ allied, and body-positive framework, I want to ensure that everyone feels safe and supported.
Beginning to start working through our own personal stress and distress can be overwhelming and intimidating. Working with clients to find new ways of coping, process past experiences and trauma, and establishing healthy boundaries are some of my goals as a therapist, and I aim to provide a safe and comfortable place for that work to happen.
Working from a feminist, LGBT+ allied, and body-positive framework, I want to ensure that everyone feels safe and supported.
Beginning to start working through our own personal stress and distress can be overwhelming and intimidating. Working with clients to find new ways of coping, process past experiences and trauma, and establishing healthy boundaries are some of my goals as a therapist, and I aim to provide a safe and comfortable place for that work to happen.
Tara Lutchman
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T6E
Waitlist for new clients
The therapy I do comes from a culturally humble, feminist, trauma-informed, growth-oriented perspective.
I primarily use IFS (internal family systems), EMDR (eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing), and somatic therapies to help clients heal from and cope more effectively with difficulties having to do with mood disorders, eating disorders, ADHD, addiction, sexual abuse, complex trauma (i.e. repeated painful experiences of betrayal, abandonment, or boundary violations); grief, disrupted attachment in early childhood, as well as experiences of discrimination, exclusion, or shaming on the basis of sexuality, sexual orientation, cultural identity, or anything else that unjustly marks an individual as inferior.
The therapy I do comes from a culturally humble, feminist, trauma-informed, growth-oriented perspective.
I primarily use IFS (internal family systems), EMDR (eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing), and somatic therapies to help clients heal from and cope more effectively with difficulties having to do with mood disorders, eating disorders, ADHD, addiction, sexual abuse, complex trauma (i.e. repeated painful experiences of betrayal, abandonment, or boundary violations); grief, disrupted attachment in early childhood, as well as experiences of discrimination, exclusion, or shaming on the basis of sexuality, sexual orientation, cultural identity, or anything else that unjustly marks an individual as inferior.
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How does feminist therapy work?
Feminist therapy sessions are not only personal but often cultural or political in nature, as the approach is based on the belief that people are affected by, and often struggle with, cultural and societal norms and biases, and need to move beyond those external pressures or stressors to tap their own confidence and engage more fully in their own identity. Sessions may therefore include discussions of sexism, diversity, and gender issues and talk of steps toward greater empowerment for patients who believe they have been silenced and seek to raise their voices.
What are examples of feminist therapy techniques?
Along with traditional talk therapy and analysis, a feminist therapist may employ techniques such as role-playing and assertiveness training to help clients build their self-esteem so that they feel they can act freely, and not based on cultural expectations or gender roles dictated by others. A feminist therapist may also engage in bibliotherapy, offering suggested readings on gender identity or social power inequities as they work toward viewing mental-health concerns through a broad cultural lens before focusing on how they affect the individual. Somatic therapy techniques, with an emphasis on body awareness, self-compassion, and mindfulness practices are also often part of feminist therapist practice.
How long does feminist therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for feminist therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. It may take some time to become comfortable discussing personal issues, but once a client feels they can do so, they could expect therapy to last for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
Does feminist therapy work?
As a relatively recent therapeutic technique, there is not yet a body of evidence proving the efficacy of feminist therapy. However, the approach is based on proven core principles of talk therapy, with a particular emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship based on equality and authentic connection between therapist and client and discovering and building on clients’ personal strengths to help them gain a greater sense of personal power and agency.