Grief Therapists in Calgary, AB
Cory D Jacobs
Counsellor, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
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.
Natalie Jovanic
Counsellor, MTC
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2W
If you have had traumatic or painful events, or if you are in toxic relationships, keep reading because I may be able to help you. On a warm Tuesday morning in September, my mother died after a period of great suffering. I could not imagine my life without her, and I did not have any idea how my life was going to continue. Her doctor encouraged me to see my mother’s death as though it had brought her freedom. Freedom was a concept that I had never known before; sadness and pain were what I knew. On that day, I started my search of freedom until I found it years later.
If you have had traumatic or painful events, or if you are in toxic relationships, keep reading because I may be able to help you. On a warm Tuesday morning in September, my mother died after a period of great suffering. I could not imagine my life without her, and I did not have any idea how my life was going to continue. Her doctor encouraged me to see my mother’s death as though it had brought her freedom. Freedom was a concept that I had never known before; sadness and pain were what I knew. On that day, I started my search of freedom until I found it years later.
Veroclet Psychology and Wellness
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3B
I offer therapy surrounding a variety of issues including anxiety, chronic illness, depression, loneliness, trauma, sleep, grief, burnout, pain, cultural and spiritual issues/conflicts, interpersonal relations, self esteem, stress management, and many more categories.
Life is full of transitions, and everyone can successfully manage the challenges in their lives, but sometimes we need help figuring out what needs to change. Every once in a while, we wish we have someone to talk to about life issues, I'm here to help. I will help you identify your values and find your voice to reconnect with your true authentic self. As an ally and a person of colour, I support clients from a diverse lens and view myself as a partner in the therapeutic journey. My sessions are provided in a warm and cozy space where clients feel welcome and accepted for who they are and present as.
I offer therapy surrounding a variety of issues including anxiety, chronic illness, depression, loneliness, trauma, sleep, grief, burnout, pain, cultural and spiritual issues/conflicts, interpersonal relations, self esteem, stress management, and many more categories.
Life is full of transitions, and everyone can successfully manage the challenges in their lives, but sometimes we need help figuring out what needs to change. Every once in a while, we wish we have someone to talk to about life issues, I'm here to help. I will help you identify your values and find your voice to reconnect with your true authentic self. As an ally and a person of colour, I support clients from a diverse lens and view myself as a partner in the therapeutic journey. My sessions are provided in a warm and cozy space where clients feel welcome and accepted for who they are and present as.
Monique Jamin
Psychologist, BA, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3E
A more recent area of specialization is utilizing attachment and somatic based therapies to assist people through trauma, loss and/or the effects of accumulated stress.
I continue to be intrigued by the human spirit as it looks for answers that will bring healing to relationships, big life decisions, inner struggles and general well-being. With over 30 years of working with people and 26 years as a Registered Psychologist, I enjoy collaborating with individuals, families, teams and communities to deepen their stories, strengthen existing resources, discover new ways to provide resource and to make changes that are sturdy and forward moving.
A more recent area of specialization is utilizing attachment and somatic based therapies to assist people through trauma, loss and/or the effects of accumulated stress.
I continue to be intrigued by the human spirit as it looks for answers that will bring healing to relationships, big life decisions, inner struggles and general well-being. With over 30 years of working with people and 26 years as a Registered Psychologist, I enjoy collaborating with individuals, families, teams and communities to deepen their stories, strengthen existing resources, discover new ways to provide resource and to make changes that are sturdy and forward moving.
Krystle Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
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.
Abigail Barth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3L (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
By bringing together my specialized training in perinatal mental health and your personal experience and understanding of yourself, we can work together to soften the edges of anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma so that you can live more fully.
Birth can be beautiful and scary. And when a birth doesn't go as planned, it can affect us in ways that we never expected. Right now, you may be staring at your newborn feeling overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts, sadness, or fear. Or maybe you’re reeling from a miscarriage, stillbirth, or TFMR, and you need someone to help carry your pain without dismissal or judgment. Or you've gotten through that first year and are dreading the end of your leave and don't know how you're going to get through the transition to work and daycare. If this is you, I can help!
By bringing together my specialized training in perinatal mental health and your personal experience and understanding of yourself, we can work together to soften the edges of anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma so that you can live more fully.
Birth can be beautiful and scary. And when a birth doesn't go as planned, it can affect us in ways that we never expected. Right now, you may be staring at your newborn feeling overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts, sadness, or fear. Or maybe you’re reeling from a miscarriage, stillbirth, or TFMR, and you need someone to help carry your pain without dismissal or judgment. Or you've gotten through that first year and are dreading the end of your leave and don't know how you're going to get through the transition to work and daycare. If this is you, I can help!
Rebca Zawde
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3C
with a range of issues including relational difficulties, shifts in mood (anger, shutting down), parenting, grief, anxiety, life transitions, sleep, stressors, and trauma.
Navigating life's difficulties can cause us to feel disconnected, exhausted, and frustrated among other things. Whether ongoing or temporary, they can erode our ability to tap into the very things that have supported us thus far—our strengths, values, and tenacity. I am here to support you and/or your child with many sticky concerns.
with a range of issues including relational difficulties, shifts in mood (anger, shutting down), parenting, grief, anxiety, life transitions, sleep, stressors, and trauma.
Navigating life's difficulties can cause us to feel disconnected, exhausted, and frustrated among other things. Whether ongoing or temporary, they can erode our ability to tap into the very things that have supported us thus far—our strengths, values, and tenacity. I am here to support you and/or your child with many sticky concerns.
Craft Psychology, Chelsey Morton
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3C
With over ten years of experience in being interested in all things troubling, not limited to anxiety, depression, grief, relational struggle and belonging.
Problems can be pretty tricky, they can stump us, limit possibilities and lead us to reconsider the very things that are important in life. I am interested in creating a conversations that welcome both the difficult experience you are up against, like an anxiety or depression or tricky relationship, alongside a commitment to uncovering the responses you have used to get by, and in some cases survive, despite difficult problems. We all have the right to our own experiences and to feel legitimate no matter how big or small, permanent or temporary a problem may be. I take a narrative approach to therapeutic conversation.
With over ten years of experience in being interested in all things troubling, not limited to anxiety, depression, grief, relational struggle and belonging.
Problems can be pretty tricky, they can stump us, limit possibilities and lead us to reconsider the very things that are important in life. I am interested in creating a conversations that welcome both the difficult experience you are up against, like an anxiety or depression or tricky relationship, alongside a commitment to uncovering the responses you have used to get by, and in some cases survive, despite difficult problems. We all have the right to our own experiences and to feel legitimate no matter how big or small, permanent or temporary a problem may be. I take a narrative approach to therapeutic conversation.
Suzanne (Suzie) McKay
Counsellor, MACP, CCC, AFCC
Verified Verified
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.
Terri Wexler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3H
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.
Meg Lindemulder
Counsellor, MC, BEd, CCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2R
I have additional training in providing support for those dealing with religious trauma, grief & loss, and ADHD.
Life can be a beautiful mess and a heartbreaking gift, often at the same time. My aim is to provide the connection and support you need to navigate the challenges you are currently facing. I will remind you of your innate strengths and values and encourage you to listen to and trust yourself. I will seek to help you recognize the patterns of thinking and behaviour that might be holding you back, as well as invite you to consider how various influences in your life impact your functioning. I believe the body-mind connection is essential for health and wellbeing and I will work to help you strengthen that bond within yourself.
I have additional training in providing support for those dealing with religious trauma, grief & loss, and ADHD.
Life can be a beautiful mess and a heartbreaking gift, often at the same time. My aim is to provide the connection and support you need to navigate the challenges you are currently facing. I will remind you of your innate strengths and values and encourage you to listen to and trust yourself. I will seek to help you recognize the patterns of thinking and behaviour that might be holding you back, as well as invite you to consider how various influences in your life impact your functioning. I believe the body-mind connection is essential for health and wellbeing and I will work to help you strengthen that bond within yourself.
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Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3H
People are often at a point in life where they realize that change needs to occur in order to promote psychological well being. I work with clients to identify their unique skills and facilitate change at their own pace. I offer services to children, teens, adults, and the elderly.
The statement that drives my life view is: "Life is colourful and constantly changing." Nature appears to attest to this philosophy as well with the four seasons of colors and changes. With every season, life (and death) ebbs and flows, always towards what is to come...whatever that may be.
People are often at a point in life where they realize that change needs to occur in order to promote psychological well being. I work with clients to identify their unique skills and facilitate change at their own pace. I offer services to children, teens, adults, and the elderly.
The statement that drives my life view is: "Life is colourful and constantly changing." Nature appears to attest to this philosophy as well with the four seasons of colors and changes. With every season, life (and death) ebbs and flows, always towards what is to come...whatever that may be.
Rhonda Kent
Psychologist, MA, R Psych, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2T
I am a Registered Psychologist with over 30 years experience. I work effectively with children, adolescents and adults. I have worked extensively in the areas of trauma, grief and loss, separation/divorce, anxiety/depression, suicide intervention, suicide bereavement, parenting issues and domestic violence. I utilize art and play therapy interventions while working with children and teens. I focus on hope and teaching positive coping skills. I am trained in EMDR and ART and am skilled in working with complex trauma and PTSD. I believe we all have the capacity to overcome any challenge.
I am a Registered Psychologist with over 30 years experience. I work effectively with children, adolescents and adults. I have worked extensively in the areas of trauma, grief and loss, separation/divorce, anxiety/depression, suicide intervention, suicide bereavement, parenting issues and domestic violence. I utilize art and play therapy interventions while working with children and teens. I focus on hope and teaching positive coping skills. I am trained in EMDR and ART and am skilled in working with complex trauma and PTSD. I believe we all have the capacity to overcome any challenge.
Kate MacDonald Psychology
Psychologist, RPsych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2N (Online Only)
Concerns like anxiety, depression, loss of sense of purpose or identity, or grief are overwhelming and many times I hear from clients how alone they feel.
Therapy is both a challenging and rewarding experience, and my goal is to help you make meaningful changes in your life. My approach is to blend acceptance and validation of your emotions with action-oriented strategies to help you begin feeling and living your life differently. Therapy sessions include a combination of having space to share your feelings while also being invited to try new skills and strategies within and between sessions.
Concerns like anxiety, depression, loss of sense of purpose or identity, or grief are overwhelming and many times I hear from clients how alone they feel.
Therapy is both a challenging and rewarding experience, and my goal is to help you make meaningful changes in your life. My approach is to blend acceptance and validation of your emotions with action-oriented strategies to help you begin feeling and living your life differently. Therapy sessions include a combination of having space to share your feelings while also being invited to try new skills and strategies within and between sessions.
Anusha Kassan
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2T
Waitlist for new clients
Not current taking on new clients... Hello! Thank you for perusing my profile. I am a registered psychologist with close to 20 years of clinical experience. I am dedicated to supporting people through difficult times and circumstances. I have an open, non-judgemental demeanour and pride myself in my understanding of and passion for diversity. My areas of clinical expertise include anxiety, depression, grief, mindfulness, relationship difficulties, identity challenges, career orientation, work-related stress, and anger management, to name but a few examples.
Not current taking on new clients... Hello! Thank you for perusing my profile. I am a registered psychologist with close to 20 years of clinical experience. I am dedicated to supporting people through difficult times and circumstances. I have an open, non-judgemental demeanour and pride myself in my understanding of and passion for diversity. My areas of clinical expertise include anxiety, depression, grief, mindfulness, relationship difficulties, identity challenges, career orientation, work-related stress, and anger management, to name but a few examples.
Resilient You Art Therapy
Art Therapist, PCAT, DVATI, MA Lead, BA Psyc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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.
Lark and Raven Wellness
Psychologist, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2M
This wellness centre began in Calgary, Alberta, Canada (Moh’kinsstis) to offer people groups, services, and resources that attend to the need for grief and end of life care. Lark and Raven Wellness Centre is a private practice that also collaborate with other working professionals to offer a wide range of care services. We work with people after a death has occurred and before. We support end of life care workers such as nurses and funeral directors. We provide counselling services to support you with end of life preparation and support families with chronic illness or cancer diagnosis.
This wellness centre began in Calgary, Alberta, Canada (Moh’kinsstis) to offer people groups, services, and resources that attend to the need for grief and end of life care. Lark and Raven Wellness Centre is a private practice that also collaborate with other working professionals to offer a wide range of care services. We work with people after a death has occurred and before. We support end of life care workers such as nurses and funeral directors. We provide counselling services to support you with end of life preparation and support families with chronic illness or cancer diagnosis.
Maria Tsoukalas
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2N (Online Only)
I'm a Registered Psychologist offering individual therapy for issues including anxiety, sleep/insomnia, grief/loss, stress, and relationship difficulties. I'm also passionate about working with individuals in the LGBTQ2S+ community. I believe therapy is a collaborative relationship where your input is critical to success. Together, we'll decide what goals to work on and how to get there. I offer a free, 15-minute consultation to help you decide whether we'd be a good fit and to answer any of your questions.
I'm a Registered Psychologist offering individual therapy for issues including anxiety, sleep/insomnia, grief/loss, stress, and relationship difficulties. I'm also passionate about working with individuals in the LGBTQ2S+ community. I believe therapy is a collaborative relationship where your input is critical to success. Together, we'll decide what goals to work on and how to get there. I offer a free, 15-minute consultation to help you decide whether we'd be a good fit and to answer any of your questions.
Kayla Pearen
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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.
Steph Viccars-Zaragoza
Counsellor, MC, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3E (Online Only)
Have you felt unseen, unheard, invisible? Do you feel too much, too loud, too big, too emotional, or too WEIRD? Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, in crisis, unsure of the path to take? Maybe it's time to try something a little different with someone who gets it? Hi, I'm Steph and I'm happy and grateful you have found me and Walking the Path Counselling. I am passionate about helping clients that feel stuck (anxiety, depression, identity issues, stress, grief & loss, anger, addictions, trauma) are experiencing life transitions and perinatal mental health (loss, trauma, infertility, abortion and postpartum).
Have you felt unseen, unheard, invisible? Do you feel too much, too loud, too big, too emotional, or too WEIRD? Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, in crisis, unsure of the path to take? Maybe it's time to try something a little different with someone who gets it? Hi, I'm Steph and I'm happy and grateful you have found me and Walking the Path Counselling. I am passionate about helping clients that feel stuck (anxiety, depression, identity issues, stress, grief & loss, anger, addictions, trauma) are experiencing life transitions and perinatal mental health (loss, trauma, infertility, abortion and postpartum).
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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.