Therapists in Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB
Ellen Lester
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BCR, MACP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2Z
I believe that by exploring our unique lived experiences, we have the ability to pursue a different future and create the change we desire. I aim to create a warm and welcoming space that encourages the therapeutic goals and healing clients are working towards. My therapeutic experience includes topics of stress, anxiety, depression, grief, caregiving, self-esteem, life transitions, and working towards healthy lifestyle goals. I work with pre-teens, teens, and adults!
I believe that by exploring our unique lived experiences, we have the ability to pursue a different future and create the change we desire. I aim to create a warm and welcoming space that encourages the therapeutic goals and healing clients are working towards. My therapeutic experience includes topics of stress, anxiety, depression, grief, caregiving, self-esteem, life transitions, and working towards healthy lifestyle goals. I work with pre-teens, teens, and adults!
Jolene Siemens
Psychologist, BEd, MC
Verified Verified
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2X
Hi there! My name is Jolene Siemens and I have been working with children and families for over 20 years in numerous capacities as a teacher, behaviour strategist, and now as a Registered Psychologist. I have a deep commitment to supporting those who are navigating life’s challenges with empathy and compassion. If you are experiencing anxiety, grief, stress, trauma, or are struggling with parenting, I will meet and honour where you are at in your journey and move forward with you.
Hi there! My name is Jolene Siemens and I have been working with children and families for over 20 years in numerous capacities as a teacher, behaviour strategist, and now as a Registered Psychologist. I have a deep commitment to supporting those who are navigating life’s challenges with empathy and compassion. If you are experiencing anxiety, grief, stress, trauma, or are struggling with parenting, I will meet and honour where you are at in your journey and move forward with you.
Katharine Heimbigner-Tenor
MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2H (Online Only)
Are long term difficulties due to complex and traumatic experiences (often going back to childhood) continuing to make life challenging for you? Do you have an unspoken and/or unexplored grief that accompanies these experiences? Is your current relationship struggling? To add to this complexity are you neurodiverse (eg., ADHD, austism spectrum disorder, gifted) or suspect you are? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions you are like many of my clients.
Are long term difficulties due to complex and traumatic experiences (often going back to childhood) continuing to make life challenging for you? Do you have an unspoken and/or unexplored grief that accompanies these experiences? Is your current relationship struggling? To add to this complexity are you neurodiverse (eg., ADHD, austism spectrum disorder, gifted) or suspect you are? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions you are like many of my clients.
Carolyn Frew
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2X
As an experienced grief, life transition and relationship therapist, I believe that old hurts can resurface in tough times and cause us to repeat patterns that get in the way of our relationships, goals and our lives.
This wasn’t the way it was supposed to be. You want to appear like you have it “all together”, but deep down you are anything but! Stressed out, anxious and full of self-doubt, you feel alone and overwhelmed as you struggle with unexpected challenges. Clients come to me looking for a therapist who has clinical experience and life experience because therapy should be a place where you feel safely guided by someone who can offer ideas and strategies when you feel stuck.
As an experienced grief, life transition and relationship therapist, I believe that old hurts can resurface in tough times and cause us to repeat patterns that get in the way of our relationships, goals and our lives.
This wasn’t the way it was supposed to be. You want to appear like you have it “all together”, but deep down you are anything but! Stressed out, anxious and full of self-doubt, you feel alone and overwhelmed as you struggle with unexpected challenges. Clients come to me looking for a therapist who has clinical experience and life experience because therapy should be a place where you feel safely guided by someone who can offer ideas and strategies when you feel stuck.
Resilient You Art Therapy
Art Therapist, PCAT, DVATI, MA Lead, BA Psyc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2H
You are on a beautiful journey. It is a courageous and vulnerable thing - - to look at your life, recognize the challenges, and reach out for support. I honour the strength in you, and the part of you that is hanging on to hope, keeps reaching towards health and wholeness, determined to find ways to get there. I’m glad you are here. It would be an honour to support you on this journey. Are you looking for insight and clarity? Need to work through grief, depression, anxiety or a transition? Art Therapy is an effective way to process all of these, and developing skills, tools and strengths along the way.
You are on a beautiful journey. It is a courageous and vulnerable thing - - to look at your life, recognize the challenges, and reach out for support. I honour the strength in you, and the part of you that is hanging on to hope, keeps reaching towards health and wholeness, determined to find ways to get there. I’m glad you are here. It would be an honour to support you on this journey. Are you looking for insight and clarity? Need to work through grief, depression, anxiety or a transition? Art Therapy is an effective way to process all of these, and developing skills, tools and strengths along the way.
Krystle Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2G
Struggling with grief, trauma, or relationships? I provide tailored, empathetic guidance to navigate your unique challenges. Together, we'll explore your emotions, nurturing resilience and fostering growth. Whether it's grief, trauma, parenting, or self-discovery you seek support for, I'm here to empower you on your healing journey.
Struggling with grief, trauma, or relationships? I provide tailored, empathetic guidance to navigate your unique challenges. Together, we'll explore your emotions, nurturing resilience and fostering growth. Whether it's grief, trauma, parenting, or self-discovery you seek support for, I'm here to empower you on your healing journey.
Veneka Therapy & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, RCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2Z
I have experience working with military and RCMP members and veterans, First Responders, children, adolescents and adults who have endured traumatic experiences, loss/grief, anxiety and depression.
Painful and terrifying experiences that we experience in childhood as well as in adulthood, can have lasting negative effects on our lives. These experiences often leave us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, isolated and having difficulties managing strong emotions such as anxiety, depression, anger, sadness, shame and guilt. Taking the first step towards addressing these challenges can be anxiety provoking; my role is to join you on this journey towards healing.
I have experience working with military and RCMP members and veterans, First Responders, children, adolescents and adults who have endured traumatic experiences, loss/grief, anxiety and depression.
Painful and terrifying experiences that we experience in childhood as well as in adulthood, can have lasting negative effects on our lives. These experiences often leave us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, isolated and having difficulties managing strong emotions such as anxiety, depression, anger, sadness, shame and guilt. Taking the first step towards addressing these challenges can be anxiety provoking; my role is to join you on this journey towards healing.
Cory D Jacobs
Counsellor, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2X
Trust and respect are essential for healing to take place in the therapeutic environment. I respect the individual you are and the unique journey you are on. Together we will work through your healing and growth process in a trusting and empathetic atmosphere. Reaching out for help takes courage and is an important first step. I am a licensed psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of Depression, Grief, and Trauma, but also work with many other issues.
Trust and respect are essential for healing to take place in the therapeutic environment. I respect the individual you are and the unique journey you are on. Together we will work through your healing and growth process in a trusting and empathetic atmosphere. Reaching out for help takes courage and is an important first step. I am a licensed psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of Depression, Grief, and Trauma, but also work with many other issues.
Kayla Pearen
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2G
I have education and training in grief therapy, human development, emotional regulation, cultural and gender diversity, and trauma-informed care, and I use a person-centered approach.
Welcome! I practice from a warm, open, non-judgemental approach to help clients feel comfortable and understood while working together towards their goals. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, and have a unique interest in supporting clients who are seeking grief support. My compassionate approach makes space for exploring many forms of loss, including disenfranchised grief. I also have experience supporting clients in the 2SLGBTQia+ community including exploring gender and sexual identity in an affirming way.
I have education and training in grief therapy, human development, emotional regulation, cultural and gender diversity, and trauma-informed care, and I use a person-centered approach.
Welcome! I practice from a warm, open, non-judgemental approach to help clients feel comfortable and understood while working together towards their goals. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, and have a unique interest in supporting clients who are seeking grief support. My compassionate approach makes space for exploring many forms of loss, including disenfranchised grief. I also have experience supporting clients in the 2SLGBTQia+ community including exploring gender and sexual identity in an affirming way.
Suzanne (Suzie) McKay
Counsellor, MACP, CCC, AFCC
Verified Verified
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2H
Accepting New Clients! I specialise in providing support to teens, adults, and couples facing challenges in their lives, families, or relationships. This includes anxiety, stress, feeling overwhelmed, parenting challenges, grief, difficult life transitions, LGBTQIA2S+, and many other issues. Suzie's Place is a space of openness for people to to feel heard and supported. My role is to be a safe place for you to explore what's troubling you, and give you any tools you need to navigate through the difficulties you are facing.
Accepting New Clients! I specialise in providing support to teens, adults, and couples facing challenges in their lives, families, or relationships. This includes anxiety, stress, feeling overwhelmed, parenting challenges, grief, difficult life transitions, LGBTQIA2S+, and many other issues. Suzie's Place is a space of openness for people to to feel heard and supported. My role is to be a safe place for you to explore what's troubling you, and give you any tools you need to navigate through the difficulties you are facing.
Elizabeth Hides
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, CT, CMMT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2X
Grief is a natural and unique experience. Hello! I am a holistic grief specialist. I am not your typical talk counsellor. I help adult Albertan’s connect to their mind, body, spirit and life again after a death, loss or life change. Grief is unique in how each person experiences it. Grief can be chaotic, overwhelming, isolating and sometimes leaving you feeling you have no control of your mind, body and life. Having both personal and professional experience with death, loss and unpredictable changes, allows me to be thoughtful about the importance of creating a safe space to share your raw emotions, thoughts and story of loss.
Grief is a natural and unique experience. Hello! I am a holistic grief specialist. I am not your typical talk counsellor. I help adult Albertan’s connect to their mind, body, spirit and life again after a death, loss or life change. Grief is unique in how each person experiences it. Grief can be chaotic, overwhelming, isolating and sometimes leaving you feeling you have no control of your mind, body and life. Having both personal and professional experience with death, loss and unpredictable changes, allows me to be thoughtful about the importance of creating a safe space to share your raw emotions, thoughts and story of loss.
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Art Therapist, BFA, CATA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2J
At times we all struggle with anxiety, depression, and grief. If the struggles you are carrying are becoming heavier then you can bear, I can support you in finding a way to lessen this burden.
At times we all struggle with anxiety, depression, and grief. If the struggles you are carrying are becoming heavier then you can bear, I can support you in finding a way to lessen this burden.
Sean Colvin
Psychologist, MSc
Verified Verified
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2X
I have experience working with individuals across the lifespan, from children to adults, and specialize in the treatment of ADHD, anxiety, and grief/loss, as well as diagnostic assessment (ADHD, SLDs, Giftedness, etc.
I'm a Registered Psychologist in Calgary, AB and owner of Grey Psychology. I offer psychotherapy and psychological assessment services to individuals who are experiencing a variety of challenges. Whether you are navigating a depressive episode, daily anxiety, ADHD, trauma, grief/loss, or questions around identity, my approach will involve a systematic understanding of the core issue, identification of a meaningful goal, and the use of evidence-based therapeutic techniques to support you in overcoming barriers and realizing your potential. Encouragement is central to my approach. For more information, please visit: greypsychology.ca
I have experience working with individuals across the lifespan, from children to adults, and specialize in the treatment of ADHD, anxiety, and grief/loss, as well as diagnostic assessment (ADHD, SLDs, Giftedness, etc.
I'm a Registered Psychologist in Calgary, AB and owner of Grey Psychology. I offer psychotherapy and psychological assessment services to individuals who are experiencing a variety of challenges. Whether you are navigating a depressive episode, daily anxiety, ADHD, trauma, grief/loss, or questions around identity, my approach will involve a systematic understanding of the core issue, identification of a meaningful goal, and the use of evidence-based therapeutic techniques to support you in overcoming barriers and realizing your potential. Encouragement is central to my approach. For more information, please visit: greypsychology.ca
Anna Mandziuk
Counsellor, CT, RTC, CH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T3M
As such, I have years of experience helping others who have experienced stress and anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, as well as those who needed crisis intervention, or suicide intervention.
You are an intelligent, sophisticated, and open-minded individual who is an expert on who you are. You recognize the need to talk to someone and share your troubles, thoughts, and feelings with them. You may be searching for acceptance, understanding, or the undivided attention that both listening and therapy provides. You may need the reassurance that what you have to share is going to be heard and received without judgment. Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, angry, stressed, grief, frustrated, or just need to hear another perspective, the assurance that you are not alone in your thoughts, can help ease the anguish.
As such, I have years of experience helping others who have experienced stress and anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, as well as those who needed crisis intervention, or suicide intervention.
You are an intelligent, sophisticated, and open-minded individual who is an expert on who you are. You recognize the need to talk to someone and share your troubles, thoughts, and feelings with them. You may be searching for acceptance, understanding, or the undivided attention that both listening and therapy provides. You may need the reassurance that what you have to share is going to be heard and received without judgment. Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, angry, stressed, grief, frustrated, or just need to hear another perspective, the assurance that you are not alone in your thoughts, can help ease the anguish.
Cara Lizzi
Counsellor, MC, CCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2X
Hello! Throughout my professional life I have had the opportunity to work with children, teenagers and adults who have struggled with issues such as grief and loss, depression and suicidal ideation, anxiety, interpersonal relationship difficulties, and self-esteem issues. I take a relaxed and non-judgmental approach in working with clients, in hopes that therapy will be as comfortable and organic as possible. I recognize that struggling from time to time is an inevitable part of life, and sometimes you just need a little bit of outside help, or a different perspective, while you work through the tough times.
Hello! Throughout my professional life I have had the opportunity to work with children, teenagers and adults who have struggled with issues such as grief and loss, depression and suicidal ideation, anxiety, interpersonal relationship difficulties, and self-esteem issues. I take a relaxed and non-judgmental approach in working with clients, in hopes that therapy will be as comfortable and organic as possible. I recognize that struggling from time to time is an inevitable part of life, and sometimes you just need a little bit of outside help, or a different perspective, while you work through the tough times.
Kimberly F Hamilton
MC, BEd, RPPsych, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2Z (Online Only)
Sometimes it’s the grief of losing a loved one, or a traumatic experience they had.
I believe that our mind, body and spirit hold the key to our emotional wellbeing. Somewhere along the way into adulthood, this connection between the head, the heart, and the body falter and begin to cause us distress. People lose the ability to "trust their gut" or are unable to identify what they are feeling during particular times of loss or conflict. My approach aims to identify where the disconnect is, and work collaboratively to bring all three back into focus. It is said "the longest journey you will ever make is from your head to your heart" and my goal is to support people as they take the steps needed to get there.
Sometimes it’s the grief of losing a loved one, or a traumatic experience they had.
I believe that our mind, body and spirit hold the key to our emotional wellbeing. Somewhere along the way into adulthood, this connection between the head, the heart, and the body falter and begin to cause us distress. People lose the ability to "trust their gut" or are unable to identify what they are feeling during particular times of loss or conflict. My approach aims to identify where the disconnect is, and work collaboratively to bring all three back into focus. It is said "the longest journey you will ever make is from your head to your heart" and my goal is to support people as they take the steps needed to get there.
Terri Wexler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2X
I am a Masters level Social Worker with over 25 years experience and a graduate from Dr. Alan Wolfelt’s Center for Loss and Life Transition. My passion is to companion those who are coping with loss, not only associated with a death and Chronic Illness. Our work together will consist of a mindful approach that validates and normalizes your journey and story.
I am a Masters level Social Worker with over 25 years experience and a graduate from Dr. Alan Wolfelt’s Center for Loss and Life Transition. My passion is to companion those who are coping with loss, not only associated with a death and Chronic Illness. Our work together will consist of a mindful approach that validates and normalizes your journey and story.
Erin de Denus Psychology Services Ltd
Psychologist, R Psyc
Verified Verified
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2J
Evening appointments available!! I believe in the resiliency of the human spirit. I have been in the mental health field for 20 years working at group homes, treatment residential centres, secure services, psychiatric wards, and on the streets of Calgary and Edmonton. When the floods hit in 2013 I was deployed to High River to support the residents dealing with trauma and grief and loss. Since then I have opened my own practice and welcome every individuals in. I work with adolescents and adults on a range of issues. I believe in the holistic nature of people. I am a First Nations service provider and a Veterans Affairs Provider.
Evening appointments available!! I believe in the resiliency of the human spirit. I have been in the mental health field for 20 years working at group homes, treatment residential centres, secure services, psychiatric wards, and on the streets of Calgary and Edmonton. When the floods hit in 2013 I was deployed to High River to support the residents dealing with trauma and grief and loss. Since then I have opened my own practice and welcome every individuals in. I work with adolescents and adults on a range of issues. I believe in the holistic nature of people. I am a First Nations service provider and a Veterans Affairs Provider.
Melisha Franks
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2C
Melisha has evening and Saturday availability for new and existing clients! Melisha sees individuals for self-empowerment, trauma, grief, loss, anxiety, and depression. As well as relationship issues-such as conflict, abandonment, and painful break-ups. I provide a warm and welcoming environment for individuals and couples to find hope to overcome their life difficulties that have brought them to counselling. Are you ready to fight for your relationship instead of fighting against each other? Are you wanting to become a better version of you? Call today and book your session with Melisha. Learn to love yourself and thrive in life!
Melisha has evening and Saturday availability for new and existing clients! Melisha sees individuals for self-empowerment, trauma, grief, loss, anxiety, and depression. As well as relationship issues-such as conflict, abandonment, and painful break-ups. I provide a warm and welcoming environment for individuals and couples to find hope to overcome their life difficulties that have brought them to counselling. Are you ready to fight for your relationship instead of fighting against each other? Are you wanting to become a better version of you? Call today and book your session with Melisha. Learn to love yourself and thrive in life!
Tzipi Buchman Wildbaum
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T3M
I have experience working with individuals who have been coping with trauma, grief, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders and schizophrenia spectrum disorders.
In challenging times such as those we are experiencing today, it is only normal to feel overwhelmed, anxious, angry and sad. Our world and the life we knew have changed. Some of us lost their jobs, some of us lost activities which were close to their hearts, some of us lost their dreams and plans, and some of us lost their loved ones. Covid-19 constitutes a universal struggle, and it also imposes additional distress for some of us who were already coping with mental health issues. While Covid-19 forces distance, you don't need to be alone with your pain. I believe that every struggle is also an opportunity for personal growth.
I have experience working with individuals who have been coping with trauma, grief, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders and schizophrenia spectrum disorders.
In challenging times such as those we are experiencing today, it is only normal to feel overwhelmed, anxious, angry and sad. Our world and the life we knew have changed. Some of us lost their jobs, some of us lost activities which were close to their hearts, some of us lost their dreams and plans, and some of us lost their loved ones. Covid-19 constitutes a universal struggle, and it also imposes additional distress for some of us who were already coping with mental health issues. While Covid-19 forces distance, you don't need to be alone with your pain. I believe that every struggle is also an opportunity for personal growth.
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How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.