Kara Alan

Psychologist, RPsych, MACP

Kara Alan

Psychologist, RPsych, MACP (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

9 Endorsed

11500 29 Street Southeast, Calgary, AB T2Z

(587) 742-7615

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Do you ever feel like you’re either “all in” with your diet or completely “off the rails,” with no middle ground? I’m so glad you found your way here. If you’re caught in cycles of binge eating, dieting, weight loss and regain, or other struggles with food, you’re not alone. Maybe you find yourself thinking about food all the time, eating when you’re not physically hungry, or feeling like you can’t stop once you start. Food might feel like the only way to cope, to escape, or to manage stress. And underneath it all, diet culture may have left you believing your value depends on the number on the scale or the size of your body.

Freedom is not out of reach. Diet culture may have left you believing your value depends on the number on the scale. It can rob you of joy and take away the ability to live in the moment. There is hope, whether you have been dealing with this for two months or twenty years.

I work with clients to address the root of food and body image concerns. I support healing from anorexia, binge eating, and night eating, and help clients build a sustainable, balanced relationship with food, and their bodies. I offer virtual (video), animal-assisted, walk-and-talk, and conventional (office) sessions. I also offer Christian counselling.

Call or Email Kara Alan now for a free 15 minute consultation - (587) 742-7615

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Nourish Psychological Services

11500 29 Street Southeast

Calgary, AB T2Z map

(587) 742-7615

Accepting in-person and virtual clients. I offer evening and Saturday availability to ensure that accessibility is not limited by scheduling

I specialize in Weight Management, Body Image, Yo-Yo Dieting, Eating Disorders and Weight Loss

$230 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and groups

I look forward to connecting to see if I am the right person to help you meet your goals!

Let's Connect (587) 742-7615

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Nourish Psychological Services

11500 29 Street Southeast

Calgary, AB T2Z map

(587) 742-7615

Accepting in-person and virtual clients. I offer evening and Saturday availability to ensure that accessibility is not limited by scheduling

I specialize in Weight Management, Body Image, Yo-Yo Dieting, Eating Disorders and Weight Loss

$230 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and groups

I look forward to connecting to see if I am the right person to help you meet your goals!

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $230
Couple Sessions $230
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Cash, e-Transfer, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Alberta Blue Cross
Alberta School Employee
Blue Cross
Canada Life | Great-West Life
Chambers Plan
Desjardins
Equitable Life of Canada
First Nations Health Authority
Great-West Life
Green Shield Canada
iA Financial Group
Johnston Group
Manulife
Medavie Blue Cross
Royal Canadian Mounted Police
SunLife
TELUS Health
The Co-operators
Veterans Affairs Canada

I accept some sliding scale clients. If therapy seems out of reach due to the cost, please message me. I offer direct billing with most providers, including: Alberta Blue Cross, TELUS Health, GreenShield, Medavie, Alberta School Employees, and NIHB/First Nations Health Authority.

Kara Alan

Psychologist, RPsych, MACP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (587) 742-7615

Kara Alan

Psychologist, RPsych, MACP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (587) 742-7615

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Alberta / 6465 Kara Alan

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 5 years

Attended Yorkville University, MACP

Additional Credentials

Certificate from Somatic Experiencing International 2025

Certificate from Pro Equine Facilitated Wellness (EFW) - In Progress 2025

I am a Registered Psychologist in good standing with the College of Alberta Psychologists. I offer walk-and-talk, equine-assisted, virtual, and in-person (office) sessions. I take a practical, hands-on approach that typically includes concrete homework that can be done between sessions.

Kara Alan

Psychologist, RPsych, MACP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (587) 742-7615

Kara Alan

Psychologist, RPsych, MACP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (587) 742-7615

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Weight Management, Body Image, Yo-Yo Dieting
Eating Disorders
Weight Loss

Expertise

Addiction
ADHD
Alcohol Use
Animal-Assisted, Horse, or Equine-Assisted Therapy
Anxiety
Body Image
Drug Abuse
First Responders
Grief
Impulse Control Disorders
Mood Disorders
Obesity
Parenting
Personality Disorders
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Self Esteem
Sleep or Insomnia
Spirituality
Substance Use
Trauma and PTSD
Veterans
Women's Issues

Issues I have significant experience and training with include disordered eating, body image concerns, weight management, understanding diet culture, and turning knowledge into action. I frequently hear clients say things like, "I know what I should be doing. But I just don't do it." I am here to figure out the "why" that explains the knowledge-action gap.

Kara Alan

Psychologist, RPsych, MACP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (587) 742-7615

Kara Alan

Psychologist, RPsych, MACP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (587) 742-7615

9 Endorsements

Al Roemer

Counsellor, BA, MACP, CCPA, CCC

I have had the distinct pleasure of working with Kara in the past. She is gifted in helping her clients to achieve transformative change in real and lasting ways.

Eric Fisher

Counsellor, MS, CCC

Kara meets everyone where they are at in their personal journey with an enthusiastic, authentic, and empathic approach. She enjoys learning new things and approaches the work in the counselling field with an open mind.

Celine Warawa

Psychologist, BA, MC

Kara is so knowledgeable, approachable, and attentive to what her clients need. She is a great support for anyone struggling with eating or weight issues. She is my first recommendation to clients looking for specialized help with these issues.

Ryan Thornley

Psychologist, MC, RPsych

I have had the pleasure of working alongside Kara over the years. She is a kind and intelligent therapist with immense empathy for her clients. I have personally witnessed her impact the lives of her clients and would recommend her to anyone seeking help

Nishant Bhandari

Psychologist

Clients and I readily expressed the demonstrable impact of Kara's diligence, attention to detail, and integrity in her work. She is as knowledgeable as she is compassionate and is truly an asset to the field of Psychotherapy.

Sofia Lopez Bilbao

Psychologist, RPsych

Kara is such a knowledgeable therapist, with lots of experience in many different areas of psychology. Her approach as the perfect combination of empathy, openness and warmth, with the right amount of gentle challenging you need to drive the change.

Leaine Deschamps

Counsellor, CCC, MACP

Kara is a vibrant and compassionate psychologist. She leads with a grounded presence and genuine warmth that fosters strong and safe relationships. With the inclusion of equine-assisted therapy she offers a unique healing experience

Lacy Hunter

Counsellor, MaCP, BaSoc

Kara is a professional who leads through connection; nature, clients, other relationship pieces, Kara is able to find ways to connect. Her approach fosters relationships that are warm, openly curious and non-judgemental.

Kathryn Claessens-Patrino

Psychologist, BA, MC, RPsych

Kara offers a genuine sense of hope and confidence that real change is possible. Her blend of warmth, authenticity, and expertise makes the process both meaningful and empowering. She is results-oriented while also making you feel truly seen and held.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Group

Communities

Immuno-disorders ,

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino ,

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Religion

Christian

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Group

Communities

Immuno-disorders ,

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino ,

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Attachment-based
Christian Counselling
Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Equine Assisted and Animal Assisted Therapy
Equine Facilitated Wellness
Feminist
Gottman Method
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Narrative
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Somatic
Trauma Focused

Ensuring that you have an experience where you feel comfortable and safe to be vulnerable is my top priority. If you know what this looks like for you, please let me know! If you don't, we will discover it together.

Kara Alan

Psychologist, RPsych, MACP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (587) 742-7615

Kara Alan

Psychologist, RPsych, MACP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (587) 742-7615

Groups

Harmony with Horses

Hosted by

Kara Alan

This Equine-Assisted Therapy group supports high-achieving tweens in learning balance, boundary setting, and self-compassion. This group helps strong and sensitive girls learn to make friends, and enjoy being kids again. Through creative projects, nature- based activities, and gentle discussions, we focus on confidence, emotional awareness, and authentic connection.

Expertise

Anxiety

Peer Relationships

Age

Teen

Session Cost

$110

Group Meets

Every Sat 1:30 P.M. - 3:30 P.M.

Location

Nourish Psychological Services

109 Waters Edge Drive

Aldersyde, AB T0L

Email Kara Alan about this group or call - (587) 742-7615

Location

Primary Location

Nourish Psychological Services

11500 29 Street Southeast

Calgary, AB T2Z

(587) 742-7615

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

Neighborhoods

Southeast Calgary

Accepting in-person and virtual clients. I offer evening and Saturday availability to ensure that accessibility is not limited by scheduling

Kara Alan

Psychologist, RPsych, MACP

Call for a free consultation now - (587) 742-7615

Accepting in-person and virtual clients. I offer evening and Saturday availability to ensure that accessibility is not limited by scheduling

Kara Alan

Psychologist, RPsych, MACP

Call for a free consultation now - (587) 742-7615

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