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Kirsten Setso

Psychologist, MACP, BSc Psy (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online
700 4 Avenue Southwest suite 600 Calgary, AB T2P
Seeking therapy can be scary, daunting, and even promote anxiety in itself! Facing our unknown or dark corners is hard, however, together I believe we can ease the journey. I offer a warm, nonjudgemental space, a compassionate and understanding ear, where together we can open possibilities to a more meaningful and relational life. Whether it's personal growth including developmental/transitional stages, anxiety, depression, trauma, betrayal or relationship issues, together we can find and bring about meaningful change.
Are you struggling with a relationship, concerns around disconnection/current compatibility, self-esteem, trust, or intimacy/sex, desire and/or arousal concerns? Does communication more often lead to augments and negative/hopeless/looping feelings than a decrease in tension and feelings of emotional safety, and connection? These are not uncommon concerns.
If you struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, developmental stages or interpersonal struggles, self-esteem and boundary concerns, I do offer a complimentary 30-minute online consultation to see if we are a good fit.
Call or Kirsten Setso now for a free 15 minute consultation - (825) 609-4953

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Sunny Possibilities

700 4 Avenue Southwest

suite 600

Calgary, AB T2P map

(825) 609-4953
My website
I offer session in-person and online, as well as a complimentary consultation. Availability includes days, evenings.
I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Relationship Issues and Sex Therapy 
$240 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Let's Connect (825) 609-4953
Photo of Kirsten Setso, Psychologist, MACP, BSc Psy

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Sunny Possibilities

700 4 Avenue Southwest

suite 600

Calgary, AB T2P map

(825) 609-4953
My website
I offer session in-person and online, as well as a complimentary consultation. Availability includes days, evenings.
I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Relationship Issues and Sex Therapy 
$240 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $240
  • Couple Sessions $240

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Alberta Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross
  • Canada Life | Great-West Life
  • Desjardins
  • Green Shield Canada
  • Homewood Health
  • iA Financial Group
  • Manulife
  • Medavie Blue Cross
  • SunLife
  • TELUS Health
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I direct bill Alberta Blue Cross, Medivie, and Greensheild. You can also find me on Sun Life's Lumino Health. Payment (e-transfer or credit card) is due before the beginning of a session or directly after and a receipt will be provided for the client's insurance purposes.
Photo of Kirsten Setso, Psychologist, MACP, BSc Psy
Kirsten Setso
Psychologist, MACP, BSc Psy
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (825) 609-4953
"
I direct bill Alberta Blue Cross, Medivie, and Greensheild. You can also find me on Sun Life's Lumino Health. Payment (e-transfer or credit card) is due before the beginning of a session or directly after and a receipt will be provided for the client's insurance purposes.
Photo of Kirsten Setso, Psychologist, MACP, BSc Psy
Kirsten Setso
Psychologist, MACP, BSc Psy
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (825) 609-4953

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Alberta / 6769 Kirsten Setso
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 4 years
  • Attended Master of Couselling Psychology, MACP, Graduated 2022
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with Relational Life Institute (RLI) 2025
  • Certificate from The Gottman Institute - Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work Leader 2023
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Currently completing my Relational Life Therapist certification.
Photo of Kirsten Setso, Psychologist, MACP, BSc Psy
Kirsten Setso
Psychologist, MACP, BSc Psy
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (825) 609-4953
"
Currently completing my Relational Life Therapist certification.
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Kirsten Setso
Psychologist, MACP, BSc Psy
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (825) 609-4953

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Marital and Premarital
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sex Therapy

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Infidelity
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Testing and Evaluation
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Issues
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I work with clients who may be experiencing struggling in their relationships, issues with self-esteem, and boundaries so they are able to feel more connected; both to self and others. During initial session, we will explore the patterns of concern, along with where belief systems developed (as to update), and behaviours that are no longer serving the client in their here and now.
Photo of Kirsten Setso, Psychologist, MACP, BSc Psy
Kirsten Setso
Psychologist, MACP, BSc Psy
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (825) 609-4953
"
I work with clients who may be experiencing struggling in their relationships, issues with self-esteem, and boundaries so they are able to feel more connected; both to self and others. During initial session, we will explore the patterns of concern, along with where belief systems developed (as to update), and behaviours that are no longer serving the client in their here and now.
Photo of Kirsten Setso, Psychologist, MACP, BSc Psy
Kirsten Setso
Psychologist, MACP, BSc Psy
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (825) 609-4953

8 Endorsements

Grace Phillips-Mckenzie ( Neurodivergent Affirming )
Grace Phillips-Mckenzie ( Neurodivergent Affirming )
Registered Provisional PsychologistMC
I highly recommend Kirsten for couples counselling and sex therapy. She is extremely knowledgeable and will treat you with kindness and compassion as you work through your issues. Kirsten can help you heal your relationship issues.
Andrea S H Hunt
Andrea S H Hunt
PsychologistMC
Kirsten has such a warm and inviting personality! She shines in her couples work where her dedication to building trust and healing between partners is palpable. I recommend her highly to any couple or individual seeking to make positive changes.
Alia Bharwani
Alia Bharwani
Registered PsychotherapistMAMPHBSc
I highly recommend Kirstin as a therapist, especially if you are looking for relationship support.
Porcha Palmer
Porcha Palmer
CounsellorBAMACPCCCCT
Kirsten is a kind, compassionate, and competent therapist. Her empathetic approach creates a safe and supportive space in which clients can explore and navigate their challenges. She takes great care in tailoring therapy to individual client needs.
Kassie Colonna
Kassie Colonna
Registered PsychotherapistMARPCCCMACP
Kirsten knowledge and drive for growth makes her a very qualified therapist. She has beautiful insight into couples and relationships and facilitates positive growth in all of her clients. It is an honour to work alongside Kirsten.
Jing Liu
Jing Liu
PsychologistMACPRPsychCCC
Kirsten is a very knowledgable and creative therapist who brings compassion, warmth, and positivity into her counselling. I highly recommend her!
Madelaine Robillard
Madelaine Robillard
Registered Social WorkerBSWMSWRSW
Kirsten has a rare gift for holding space that feels both gentle and transformative. With deep attunement and a strengths-based lens, she helps clients navigate complexity with courage, clarity, and self-compassion. Her presence is grounding and wise.
Hope Hamerston
Hope Hamerston
CounsellorCCCMACPACTA
Kirsten is a compassionate, kind and caring person/therapist. She has drive and passion when working with individuals. Kirsten takes her time in providing support and guidance in a thoughtful, caring and empathetic way.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Single Parent

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Single Parent

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • Gottman Method
  • Integrative
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Narrative
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Transactional Analysis
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I use a integrative approach depending on client needs. My foundational modalities are Relational Life Therapy (RLT), Transactional Analysis (TA), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Gottman method.
Photo of Kirsten Setso, Psychologist, MACP, BSc Psy
Kirsten Setso
Psychologist, MACP, BSc Psy
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (825) 609-4953
"
I use a integrative approach depending on client needs. My foundational modalities are Relational Life Therapy (RLT), Transactional Analysis (TA), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Gottman method.
Photo of Kirsten Setso, Psychologist, MACP, BSc Psy
Kirsten Setso
Psychologist, MACP, BSc Psy
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (825) 609-4953

Location

Primary Location

Sunny Possibilities

700 4 Avenue Southwest

suite 600

Calgary, AB T2P

(825) 609-4953

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

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I offer session in-person and online, as well as a complimentary consultation. Availability includes days, evenings.
Photo of Kirsten Setso, Psychologist, MACP, BSc Psy
Kirsten Setso
Psychologist, MACP, BSc Psy
Call for a free consultation now - (825) 609-4953
"
I offer session in-person and online, as well as a complimentary consultation. Availability includes days, evenings.
Photo of Kirsten Setso, Psychologist, MACP, BSc Psy
Kirsten Setso
Psychologist, MACP, BSc Psy
Call for a free consultation now - (825) 609-4953