Parenting Therapists in Black Diamond, AB
Ashley Dreger
Counsellor, MACP
Verified Verified
Black Diamond, AB T0L
This includes parenting consults.
I specialize in providing Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), which helps individuals become aware of negative thought patterns and behaviours. This approach helps to increase feelings of confidence, and positive thinking. CBT paired with Mindfulness allows for clients to become aquatinted with their thoughts, and moods, while simultaneously developing a new relationship with them. This approach can benefit those who suffer form depression, anxiety, other mood disorders, anger issues or anyone who desires to have a stronger sense of happiness in their daily life. The approach can be modified for all ages and cognitive abilities.
This includes parenting consults.
I specialize in providing Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), which helps individuals become aware of negative thought patterns and behaviours. This approach helps to increase feelings of confidence, and positive thinking. CBT paired with Mindfulness allows for clients to become aquatinted with their thoughts, and moods, while simultaneously developing a new relationship with them. This approach can benefit those who suffer form depression, anxiety, other mood disorders, anger issues or anyone who desires to have a stronger sense of happiness in their daily life. The approach can be modified for all ages and cognitive abilities.
David Small (He - Him)
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified Verified
Black Diamond, AB T0L
Personal distress is manageable. The majority of life stressors that contribute to distressing feelings fall into three categories that include relationship difficulties, internal factors (troubling or uncomfortable thoughts) and difficult life events (past and present). Depression and anxiety often occur when these factors go unresolved. I use cognitive-behavioural and solution focused strategies to help my clients develop manageable goals for resolving distress. Each client has the capacity for change and the evidenced based strategies that I use in my practice are an effective way to help overcome barriers to success.
Personal distress is manageable. The majority of life stressors that contribute to distressing feelings fall into three categories that include relationship difficulties, internal factors (troubling or uncomfortable thoughts) and difficult life events (past and present). Depression and anxiety often occur when these factors go unresolved. I use cognitive-behavioural and solution focused strategies to help my clients develop manageable goals for resolving distress. Each client has the capacity for change and the evidenced based strategies that I use in my practice are an effective way to help overcome barriers to success.
Kaily Turner
Psychologist, MCP
Verified Verified
Black Diamond, AB T0L
Notice: I am only accepting new clients with daytime availability (before 3pm). I work with children (ages 10 and up), youth and adults to build healthy coping skills and relationships within themselves and with others. My approach to counselling is to create a safe and collaborative environment for clients to feel supported, regardless of what they may be facing. I believe that everyone has the ability to grow and as such, my role in sessions is to facilitate and support clients in developing deeper self-awareness and expanding coping skills to help them regulate their bodies.
Notice: I am only accepting new clients with daytime availability (before 3pm). I work with children (ages 10 and up), youth and adults to build healthy coping skills and relationships within themselves and with others. My approach to counselling is to create a safe and collaborative environment for clients to feel supported, regardless of what they may be facing. I believe that everyone has the ability to grow and as such, my role in sessions is to facilitate and support clients in developing deeper self-awareness and expanding coping skills to help them regulate their bodies.
Elizabeth Muhle
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Black Diamond, AB T0L
Evening and weekend appointments available in person or virtual. I hold a deep seeded belief that we each are doing the very best that we can in any given moment. I believe no one is exempt from struggle and at times it is difficult to know how we got to this painful place, and at other times an event (trauma) takes place which can leave us not recognizing ourselves or our life. I offer a safe validating space to heal and rediscover how you want to show up in your life. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck or wanting support in any area of your life, please reach out to me. I would be honored to be a part of your healing journey.
Evening and weekend appointments available in person or virtual. I hold a deep seeded belief that we each are doing the very best that we can in any given moment. I believe no one is exempt from struggle and at times it is difficult to know how we got to this painful place, and at other times an event (trauma) takes place which can leave us not recognizing ourselves or our life. I offer a safe validating space to heal and rediscover how you want to show up in your life. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck or wanting support in any area of your life, please reach out to me. I would be honored to be a part of your healing journey.
Tanya Hansen
Psychologist, MSc, MTS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Black Diamond, AB T0L
Registered Provisional Psychologist. Experienced ONLINE therapist. Marriage/relationship therapy with couples & individuals using the Gottman approach, including couples working in the oil & gas industry/travel for work; CBT/DBT for anxiety & depression using assessment & a structured approach to see improvement. Burnout. ADD/ADHD support . Career planning/career change/disability management/return to work services & workplace stress (including toxic workplaces). Short-term/long-term support for post-crisis & life transitions such as: separation/divorce, caregiver burnout & working with teens & their families (25 years experience).
Registered Provisional Psychologist. Experienced ONLINE therapist. Marriage/relationship therapy with couples & individuals using the Gottman approach, including couples working in the oil & gas industry/travel for work; CBT/DBT for anxiety & depression using assessment & a structured approach to see improvement. Burnout. ADD/ADHD support . Career planning/career change/disability management/return to work services & workplace stress (including toxic workplaces). Short-term/long-term support for post-crisis & life transitions such as: separation/divorce, caregiver burnout & working with teens & their families (25 years experience).
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Mikaela Grigg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Macleod, AB T0L
Waitlist for new clients
I recognize the unique challenges and stressors that parenting can bring and am dedicated to helping families find solutions that work for them.
My name is Mikaela Grigg and I am a Master’s level Registered Social Worker who has been working in the field since 2013. I also have gone on to complete additional specialized training regarding trauma treatment, therapeutic play, and attachment-based therapies, including my EMDR Parent-Child Attachment Specialist Certification. I value building strong therapeutic relationships, built on trust, patience, and genuine connection, so those who come into my office feel safe and supported as they share about their challenges, and we work towards their goals together. I provide counselling services for adults, youth and children.
I recognize the unique challenges and stressors that parenting can bring and am dedicated to helping families find solutions that work for them.
My name is Mikaela Grigg and I am a Master’s level Registered Social Worker who has been working in the field since 2013. I also have gone on to complete additional specialized training regarding trauma treatment, therapeutic play, and attachment-based therapies, including my EMDR Parent-Child Attachment Specialist Certification. I value building strong therapeutic relationships, built on trust, patience, and genuine connection, so those who come into my office feel safe and supported as they share about their challenges, and we work towards their goals together. I provide counselling services for adults, youth and children.
Cheryl Galbraith, Minimalist Within Therapy
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Priddis, AB T0L
I offer EMDR, ART and talk therapy to individuals with a focus on daily stress, trauma treatment, parenting challenges and First Responder experiences.
Are you struggling with personal or career demands, persistent negative belief systems or trauma (past or present)? The professions, pressures and adversity we all face are unique, but the common mental load of 'trying to do it all' crosses all demographics and employment sectors. Individual well-being, relationships, parenting, family dynamics and careers place intersecting demands that inevitably lead to overwhelm and burnout. Addressing underlying trauma themes and negative beliefs, while pragmatically navigating our numerous responsibilities will lead to a more peaceful and successful experience, personally or professionally.
I offer EMDR, ART and talk therapy to individuals with a focus on daily stress, trauma treatment, parenting challenges and First Responder experiences.
Are you struggling with personal or career demands, persistent negative belief systems or trauma (past or present)? The professions, pressures and adversity we all face are unique, but the common mental load of 'trying to do it all' crosses all demographics and employment sectors. Individual well-being, relationships, parenting, family dynamics and careers place intersecting demands that inevitably lead to overwhelm and burnout. Addressing underlying trauma themes and negative beliefs, while pragmatically navigating our numerous responsibilities will lead to a more peaceful and successful experience, personally or professionally.
Healing Pathways EMDR Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Macleod, AB T0L
Practice from a holistic therapeutic approach utilizing a variety of modalities; talk therapy, somatic experiencing, hypnotherapy, EMDR and mindfulness approaches in dealing with everyday challenges to more complexed often traumatic experiences. Treatment practices consist of therapeutic art approaches, drumming and emotional regulation exercises. EMDR coach and Consultant. Provide Indigenous Mental Health Training Workshops. Author of published stabilization book "Eagle Wings Flapping" now available on Amazon, Indigo and more.
Practice from a holistic therapeutic approach utilizing a variety of modalities; talk therapy, somatic experiencing, hypnotherapy, EMDR and mindfulness approaches in dealing with everyday challenges to more complexed often traumatic experiences. Treatment practices consist of therapeutic art approaches, drumming and emotional regulation exercises. EMDR coach and Consultant. Provide Indigenous Mental Health Training Workshops. Author of published stabilization book "Eagle Wings Flapping" now available on Amazon, Indigo and more.
Crystal Hartman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MC, BSW , RCSW, CCC
Verified Verified
Fort Macleod, AB T0L
Hello! I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years in the counselling field. I am passionate about helping individuals struggling with trauma, mental health, grief or any other challenges. It would be an honour to assist you in working through any stressors you are facing.
Hello! I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years in the counselling field. I am passionate about helping individuals struggling with trauma, mental health, grief or any other challenges. It would be an honour to assist you in working through any stressors you are facing.
Cindy Rendall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Macleod, AB T0L
Are you ready to make changes in your relationship with others or with yourself today? If your answer is yes, you don’t want to wait months to finally get started. Depending on your availability, I can usually see new clients within 1-2 weeks. Change can be hard, getting into counselling shouldn’t be. I specialize in helping people with their relationships, individually or as a couple. You will gain understanding and insight into what makes relationships work and learn skills and strategies to improve your relationships with others and that so important, relationship with yourself.
Are you ready to make changes in your relationship with others or with yourself today? If your answer is yes, you don’t want to wait months to finally get started. Depending on your availability, I can usually see new clients within 1-2 weeks. Change can be hard, getting into counselling shouldn’t be. I specialize in helping people with their relationships, individually or as a couple. You will gain understanding and insight into what makes relationships work and learn skills and strategies to improve your relationships with others and that so important, relationship with yourself.
Leanna Santangelo
Psychologist, BA, MC, R Prov, Psych , #3271p
Verified Verified
Coalhurst, AB T0L
Waitlist for new clients
For you to feel safe and comfortable to work together is my first priority! I work from a rather casual and relaxed perspective to ensure you feel like you can join me where you're at without judgment, and from there we can make change happen together! My deepest passion is to walk with you in your journey to creating and living the life you want to live; encouraging you to dream bigger and be specific with your aspirations really fuels what I do! I would love to help guide you from where you are at, to where you want to go!
For you to feel safe and comfortable to work together is my first priority! I work from a rather casual and relaxed perspective to ensure you feel like you can join me where you're at without judgment, and from there we can make change happen together! My deepest passion is to walk with you in your journey to creating and living the life you want to live; encouraging you to dream bigger and be specific with your aspirations really fuels what I do! I would love to help guide you from where you are at, to where you want to go!
Valerie Stitchman
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MSc
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nanton, AB T0L
Calling all overthinkers, high achievers, perfectionists, worriers, and those seeking profound change. I draw from the most relevant elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Cognitive Processing Therapy to craft a truly unique therapeutic approach that is structured, effective, and at the same time ultra-personalized to every client. One size fits all doesn’t live here. If it’s not working for you then it’s not working for me.
Calling all overthinkers, high achievers, perfectionists, worriers, and those seeking profound change. I draw from the most relevant elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Cognitive Processing Therapy to craft a truly unique therapeutic approach that is structured, effective, and at the same time ultra-personalized to every client. One size fits all doesn’t live here. If it’s not working for you then it’s not working for me.
Lethbridge Counselling Services
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Fort Macleod, AB T0L
We are a dynamic team of mental health professionals, 18 in total, with varying backgrounds, specialties and areas of expertise, working in the heart of downtown Lethbridge. We work with individuals (children, teens and adults), couples and families. Please visit our website to see all of our therapist bios and to learn more about our services! Book online or send us an email!
We are a dynamic team of mental health professionals, 18 in total, with varying backgrounds, specialties and areas of expertise, working in the heart of downtown Lethbridge. We work with individuals (children, teens and adults), couples and families. Please visit our website to see all of our therapist bios and to learn more about our services! Book online or send us an email!
Liana Walther
Psychologist, BA, MC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monarch, AB T0L (Online Only)
Welcome! I'm Liana, a wife and mother of four who appreciates both the beauty and challenges inherent in life's journey. The decision to seek counselling can be daunting, but I'm here to navigate this process with you, offering guidance with integrity, honesty, respect, and authenticity. My goal is to establish a confidential, non-judgmental, and compassionate space for you to explore the stressors in your life. Together, we can collaboratively identify areas of growth and acceptance.
Welcome! I'm Liana, a wife and mother of four who appreciates both the beauty and challenges inherent in life's journey. The decision to seek counselling can be daunting, but I'm here to navigate this process with you, offering guidance with integrity, honesty, respect, and authenticity. My goal is to establish a confidential, non-judgmental, and compassionate space for you to explore the stressors in your life. Together, we can collaboratively identify areas of growth and acceptance.
The First Step to Freedom Cognitive Hypnotherapy
DipCHyp, HPD, NLPPrac, EFTPrac, BScPysc
Verified Verified
Exshaw, AB T0L
At the First Step to Freedom, we work together to re-wire and re-educate your mind so you can live your best life. Teaching you tools and techniques to help you manage every day events so you have the power and autonomy to feel how you want to feel every day.
At the First Step to Freedom, we work together to re-wire and re-educate your mind so you can live your best life. Teaching you tools and techniques to help you manage every day events so you have the power and autonomy to feel how you want to feel every day.
Cochrane Counselling Centre - Child/Adolescent
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bragg Creek, AB T0L
Mental, emotional, social and behavioural disorders in childhood/adolescence can cause long-term problems that may affect the health and well-being of young people and families. Treating mental health problems as soon as possible can help children reduce problems at home, in school and in forming friendships. "When it comes to your kids, you are aiming a lot higher than mere survival…your ultimate goal is to raise kids in a way that lets them thrive. You want them to enjoy meaningful relationships, be caring and compassionate, do well in school, work hard and be responsible, and to feel good about who they are." - Daniel J.
Mental, emotional, social and behavioural disorders in childhood/adolescence can cause long-term problems that may affect the health and well-being of young people and families. Treating mental health problems as soon as possible can help children reduce problems at home, in school and in forming friendships. "When it comes to your kids, you are aiming a lot higher than mere survival…your ultimate goal is to raise kids in a way that lets them thrive. You want them to enjoy meaningful relationships, be caring and compassionate, do well in school, work hard and be responsible, and to feel good about who they are." - Daniel J.
Nicole Bradley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Fort Macleod, AB T0L
***Please ensure to leave a phone number with your request as often times responses through Psychology Today go to junk mail."*** I have a passion for helping people where they are at, and I feel grateful every day that I am privileged to journey with people during some of their most challenging and perhaps darkest times in life. I believe that people have the power to heal themselves with guidance, compassion, and kindness. I take a trauma informed non-judgmental approach to my practice while I continually evaluate our alignment with the goals that we set at the beginning of the therapeutic process.
***Please ensure to leave a phone number with your request as often times responses through Psychology Today go to junk mail."*** I have a passion for helping people where they are at, and I feel grateful every day that I am privileged to journey with people during some of their most challenging and perhaps darkest times in life. I believe that people have the power to heal themselves with guidance, compassion, and kindness. I take a trauma informed non-judgmental approach to my practice while I continually evaluate our alignment with the goals that we set at the beginning of the therapeutic process.
Brynlyn Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, CHT
Verified Verified
Morley, AB T0L
Being a human is messy. No matter if you are a little, a teen or an adult human, this thing called life is challenging. School & home life can be affected by behaviours, challenges, emotions, & big life experiences such as trauma. We can untangle the mess, find the knots & frayed parts & learn to weave new strategies that make sense. Let's disrupt the default, try something new & figure out the why’s & how’s to best respond to your unique needs. I work with kids, teens, adults & elders when life gets really big. I work from an Integrative Psychotherapeutic framework & honour the harmony of the whole person.
Being a human is messy. No matter if you are a little, a teen or an adult human, this thing called life is challenging. School & home life can be affected by behaviours, challenges, emotions, & big life experiences such as trauma. We can untangle the mess, find the knots & frayed parts & learn to weave new strategies that make sense. Let's disrupt the default, try something new & figure out the why’s & how’s to best respond to your unique needs. I work with kids, teens, adults & elders when life gets really big. I work from an Integrative Psychotherapeutic framework & honour the harmony of the whole person.
Megan Godbeer
Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
Parkland, AB T0L
There are many reasons why people pursue counselling. Some want to address specific problematic behaviours. Others, long-term difficulties that have not yet been resolved. Some want to find alternate ways to cope while others want to discover more about themselves in order to live life more authentically. Whatever your concern, it is a privilege to support your personal therapeutic goals on your own self-development journey. I am a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists and a member of the Psychologists Association of Alberta.
There are many reasons why people pursue counselling. Some want to address specific problematic behaviours. Others, long-term difficulties that have not yet been resolved. Some want to find alternate ways to cope while others want to discover more about themselves in order to live life more authentically. Whatever your concern, it is a privilege to support your personal therapeutic goals on your own self-development journey. I am a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists and a member of the Psychologists Association of Alberta.
Sirkka Vandergraaf Ma C Psych Reg. Psychotherapist
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Bragg Creek, AB T0L
Relationships are rarely without issue despite loving one another. We become confused about how relating became so difficult! Concerns become overwhelming resulting in deep hurt, uncertainty and distancing. In fact 80% of divorce is the result of emotional disconnect, and only 40% is due to high conflict. Neither have to happen. It is possible to have better, healthier, loving relationships! I work with you to help you both understand and use tools for your disconnects, strengths, triggers, and communication breakdowns. Relating is a learned process. We can learn to turn toward, not against or away from one another and enjoy again!
Relationships are rarely without issue despite loving one another. We become confused about how relating became so difficult! Concerns become overwhelming resulting in deep hurt, uncertainty and distancing. In fact 80% of divorce is the result of emotional disconnect, and only 40% is due to high conflict. Neither have to happen. It is possible to have better, healthier, loving relationships! I work with you to help you both understand and use tools for your disconnects, strengths, triggers, and communication breakdowns. Relating is a learned process. We can learn to turn toward, not against or away from one another and enjoy again!
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What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.