Therapists in Calgary, AB

Do you feel like your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are often misaligned with who you want to be, who you really are deep inside? Are you ready to begin transforming the beliefs, emotions, and patterns you hold inside of yourself that keep you from fully living the life that you want? Together we can explore the roots of whatever you are currently wanting help with - be it emotional regulation, self-compassion, relationships, depression, anxiety, addictions, life transitions, sexuality, spirituality, and racial identity. These roots can span across multiple generations, often inviting us to tune in to our ancestral history.

Picture a sacred space of human connection that invites you to make room for the complexity of emotion and experience, moving towards meaning and personal values. In our sessions, there is the invitation to cozy up with a warm cup of tea, slow down, and reconnect with yourself, practicing self-acceptance through exploration. From a place of gentleness and curiosity, I aim to be courageous alongside you as we navigate the thoughts, feelings, and sensations that seem too big to carry alone. Because, let's keep it real, being human is hard, and healing begins with the permission to embrace our messy, imperfect selves.

Are you experiencing low self-worth, stress, grief/loss, relationship difficulties, depression and/or anxiety? You've already taken a large and courageous step in the process of healing by reaching out to get support; I would be honoured to work with you. My hope is that you'll be able to achieve your goals while introducing more compassion into your life. I work with adult clients of all genders.

I am accepting new clients across Canada (couples and individuals 13+). HOPE is to want something to happen or to be true. It may be hope and courage that brought you here. I believe that we all have the power and innate wisdom to grow, change, and find the things we HOPE for. I believe that you are the expert on yourself and your relationships. I am honored to hold a safe and collaborative space to guide you through a curious and compassionate exploration of self and/or your relationship. I believe in the healing power of connection, and my goal is to support you in strengthening the connection with yourself and with others.

When it comes to Psychological Services, We Care! I am a registered Clinical/Counseling Psychologist in the Province of Alberta with over 16 years of experience in the counseling field; and an Instructor of Psychology Courses. I specialize in Maternal Health (Pre-Term Loses, Pre and Postpartum Depression, Anxiety, Gynecological Diagnoses) Chronic Pain, Headache, Migraines, Adjustment, Grief and Loss, Panic Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorders, Addictions, Gambling, Eating Disorders, Domestic Violence, Self Esteem, Trauma, Family Issues, Clinical Assessments, Relationships, Inner Child, Abandonment, Anger etc.

Therapy is a unique individual journey that requires trust, honesty, and authenticity at its core from day one. I strive for all these qualities with clients and to use my clinical skills to foster successful healing and growth that addresses current mental health challenges and in the pursuit of long-term sustainable mental health and wellness. My clinical practice is grounded in an anti-oppressive, anti-racism, and social justice foundation, and I specialize in individual therapy with adolescents (ages 12-19) and adults of all ages.

New clients welcome! I am passionate about helping my clients move forward in a meaningful and mindful way. If you are looking to overcome struggles in your life I'm here for you. I'm here to listen, explore what makes you strong, and empower you to move forward in a way that you decide. If you are looking to heal from challenging past events or traumas combined with increasing resilience through learning new skills, I may be a great fit for you.

Irina believes that health and well-being are directly related to relationships. She supports clients build healthy relationships with themselves and others by integrating self-care and self-compassion techniques. Irina utilizes different modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy in supporting diverse populations of adults, teens, and children. She also uses Gottman Couples Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, and Mindfulness practices to support couples and families in addressing their challenges.

We are each on a journey in search of safety, meaning, and fulfillment. Along the way we are constantly exposed to images and ideals of how we are supposed to look, how we are supposed to feel, and how we are supposed to behave. We start to doubt our uniqueness or our worth. I aim to create safe spaces to talk about things that might seem too personal, taboo, shameful, trivial, or embarrassing to share with others in your life. Together we can examine limiting beliefs about yourself, old stories of who you are and how you "should" be in the world, so you can start to live by choice, not by chance.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS - I am grateful that you have invited me to walk beside you; being in the presence of another individual, as they journey through the labyrinth of self-discovery and healing, is rewarding in my role as the compassionate, non-judgmental and collaborative companion.

Life can be tricky. Are ups and downs causing a collection of past hurts which cause you to feel misunderstood, overwhelmed, hopeless or just plain tired of dealing with others, or even with yourself? It’s ok to not be ok. You deserve relief in your life to move from just surviving toward thriving in your life.

A warm welcome as you take the first step in your wellness journey! Are you tired of feeling exhausted? Burnt out? Anxious or Depressed? Struggling with executive functioning and/or ADHD? Looking for tools to improve your life? We work with youth, adults and parents with anxiety, stress, burnout, low mood, depression, ADHD, communication and child specific concerns. We enjoy supporting individuals hoping to increase life satisfaction, build better coping mechanisms and navigate life a little easier. Our promise to you is to work with you to develop an individualized therapy plan that is going to work for your life and your goals!

My goal as your counsellor is to provide a safe, comfortable and caring environment for you to explore your concerns and make the lasting and positive change you desire. I believe in the capacity for each of us to grow into the person we aspire to be and that we have the ability to co create the relationships we long to have. Sometimes we just need help along the way. My counselling approach is specific to your needs. Most often I will work from a developmental, attachment, and trauma informed lens utilizing emotion focused and cognitive behavioral therapies with mindfulness practices.

I am passionate about working with teens, young adults, adults, and families, and helping them transform into confident and successful people with effective life-management skills. I specialize with clients needing individual, and/or family support with: attachment, anxiety, assertiveness, body image, conflict resolution, cross-cultural parenting, depression, grief, parent coaching, parent/teen conflict, performance enhancement (school, work, socially), pet loss, relationship issues, self-esteem, self harm, sexuality - including sexual orientation & gender identity, stress management, and trauma. 2LGTBQIA+ and HAES affirming.

Are you looking for a safer space to be, to learn, to explore and to heal. If so, we have a connection already, I am passionate about working with people who are experiencing the impacts of attachment wounds and trauma. I have considerable experience and a unique enthusiasm to work with trauma, relationship concerns, anxiety, self-esteem, anger and depression. My primary focus for the last six years has been sexual violence, childhood sexual abuse and sexual assault. If you want to have a better understanding of yourself , have skills to cope, and generally feel better; I can support you.

Hi there! I believe in approaching mental health holistically and experientially. I work from a neurobiological and trauma-informed perspective. I utilize body-centred approaches, emotion-focused approaches, and mindfulness in my work with clients. I believe in helping clients develop self-awareness and a deeper understanding of the more unconscious feelings and beliefs that influence thoughts and behaviours. In doing this, we are able to address the root of the issue to create lasting change.

To me, having a therapist is having someone to walk with you through life, which we all sometimes need. I hope I can walk with you through your unique journey to a place of healing. I have supported clients with a variety of challenges, including depression, anxiety, PTSD and women’s issues. I especially enjoy helping those who have gone through medical trauma and cope with chronic health issues. I know these issues are unique, and finding someone who understands the emotions that come with them can be challenging. I also greatly enjoy supporting parents whose children have disabilities, delays, and health conditions.

Do you find yourself struggling with hopeless, anxiety, worry and general unease? Do you find yourself having difficulty in relationships and can't seem to figure out why? Maybe you have experienced a traumatic experience and continuing to feel the impact? You might even feel unworthy and not like yourself. I am a passionate believe that everyone has the capacity to heal and sometimes just need support along the way. My counselling approach is focused on helping you to find answers, develop skills and awareness to become empowered in your life.

You have recognized that you no longer feel like yourself. As a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Provider and mom, I will sit with you, hold and transform your pain so that you start to recognize who you are again. Specializing in trauma, grief, perinatal therapy (including birthing people, partners, perinatal providers, early parenting) and motherhood. We can process together the overwhelm, emotion, transition, loss, uncertainty, pain, and growth. You may be crying all the time, experiencing flashbacks, feel exhausted, hopeless, like you can't cope, and your daily functioning or relationships are being impacted.