Play Therapy in T2H
Paloma Scott
Psychologist, MA, in, Psych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2H
Scott utilizes evidence-based approaches: CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Habit Reversal Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution Focussed, Play-Based Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
Mrs. Scott has twenty three years of experience in providing psychotherapy to children, teens, adults, couples and families from different backgrounds with Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Tic Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Specific Learning Disorder, giftedness. Mrs. Scott helps clients with emotional self-regulation, anger management, social skills, defiance, social anxiety, separation, grieving, and parenting skills. Her goal is to genuinely support people to develop skills, build resilience and excel their lives towards growth, healing, plenitude and success.
Scott utilizes evidence-based approaches: CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Habit Reversal Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution Focussed, Play-Based Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
Mrs. Scott has twenty three years of experience in providing psychotherapy to children, teens, adults, couples and families from different backgrounds with Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Tic Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Specific Learning Disorder, giftedness. Mrs. Scott helps clients with emotional self-regulation, anger management, social skills, defiance, social anxiety, separation, grieving, and parenting skills. Her goal is to genuinely support people to develop skills, build resilience and excel their lives towards growth, healing, plenitude and success.
Madison Sikking
Counsellor, MACP, CCC
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2H
I am a Therapeutic Play Practitioner and have a Certificate in Foundations of Play Therapy as well as a Certificate in the Treatment of Trauma using play Therapy Skills.
Welcome! I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults in various settings including non-profits and school settings.
I am a Therapeutic Play Practitioner and have a Certificate in Foundations of Play Therapy as well as a Certificate in the Treatment of Trauma using play Therapy Skills.
Welcome! I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults in various settings including non-profits and school settings.
Insight Solutions Psychology Inc.
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2H
Our highly trained and well-known psychologist, Paloma Scott, offers specialized counselling using evidence-based and client-centered approaches, such as CBT, EMDR, and Play-Based Therapy.
Registered Psychologist, Paloma Scott is highly experienced in offering support to complex cases with children, youth, adults, and families who have a variety of difficulties, such as Trauma (PTSD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Specific Learning Disorder (SLD), Giftedness, Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), etc.
Our highly trained and well-known psychologist, Paloma Scott, offers specialized counselling using evidence-based and client-centered approaches, such as CBT, EMDR, and Play-Based Therapy.
Registered Psychologist, Paloma Scott is highly experienced in offering support to complex cases with children, youth, adults, and families who have a variety of difficulties, such as Trauma (PTSD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Specific Learning Disorder (SLD), Giftedness, Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), etc.
Eva Stordy
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2H
I support people of many ages and can use art and play in my sessions, talk therapy and modalities like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy (SFT) or Somatic techniques like Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
With several different therapies and techniques in my toolbox, and a comfortable, secure office environment, my goal is to tailor my approach to your needs. My therapy style most often has a staged approach (a beginning, middle and an end). I rely on your feedback and measure our progress, to make sure there’s improvement and we're making the most of your time. I ensure clients leave my office feeling better and more resourced than when they first arrived. I work well with clients who are experiencing burnout, increased stress and anxiety responses, depressive symptoms, grief and loss, trauma, work challenges and life change.
I support people of many ages and can use art and play in my sessions, talk therapy and modalities like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy (SFT) or Somatic techniques like Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
With several different therapies and techniques in my toolbox, and a comfortable, secure office environment, my goal is to tailor my approach to your needs. My therapy style most often has a staged approach (a beginning, middle and an end). I rely on your feedback and measure our progress, to make sure there’s improvement and we're making the most of your time. I ensure clients leave my office feeling better and more resourced than when they first arrived. I work well with clients who are experiencing burnout, increased stress and anxiety responses, depressive symptoms, grief and loss, trauma, work challenges and life change.
Dailyn Mccalla
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MEd
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2H
I also integrate my EMDR, IFS, EFT, Synergetic Play therapy, Sex & Intimacy trainings.
Welcome, my name is Dailyn Mccalla, and I am a provisional psychologist who can provide services in Spanish and English. I am passionate about helping others find joy and meaning in life while navigating their barriers and stressors. I use this passion to help adults, youth, adolescents, couples and families reach their goals. This also allows me to support individuals with trauma, grief, addiction, relationships, anxiety, ADHD, ASD, sexual issues, non- monogamy, relational discourse & depression. I enjoy helping people navigate the intricacies of sexuality and identity.
I also integrate my EMDR, IFS, EFT, Synergetic Play therapy, Sex & Intimacy trainings.
Welcome, my name is Dailyn Mccalla, and I am a provisional psychologist who can provide services in Spanish and English. I am passionate about helping others find joy and meaning in life while navigating their barriers and stressors. I use this passion to help adults, youth, adolescents, couples and families reach their goals. This also allows me to support individuals with trauma, grief, addiction, relationships, anxiety, ADHD, ASD, sexual issues, non- monogamy, relational discourse & depression. I enjoy helping people navigate the intricacies of sexuality and identity.
Natalka Lewis
Counsellor, MA, BA, CCC
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2H
Waitlist for new clients
In therapy, I use an integrated approach drawing from several models of therapy based on client needs including SFT, CBT, DBT, Narrative, ACT, Mindfulness, Somatic-based, Play-based and others.
I am currently on Maternity Leave and not accepting new clients. If you would like to be added to my waitlist, contact me indicating "waitlist" and I will reach out to you upon my return to office.
In therapy, I use an integrated approach drawing from several models of therapy based on client needs including SFT, CBT, DBT, Narrative, ACT, Mindfulness, Somatic-based, Play-based and others.
I am currently on Maternity Leave and not accepting new clients. If you would like to be added to my waitlist, contact me indicating "waitlist" and I will reach out to you upon my return to office.
Dr. Raheleh Tarani
Registered Provisional Psychologist, PhD , MSc , BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2H
Using a client-centered, integrative, and trauma-informed approach, I tailor therapeutic interventions such as CBT, solution-focused, psychoeducational, biofeedback/neurofeedback, and art/play therapies, to meet each client's specific needs.
As a compassionate and experienced mental health expert, I am committed to empowering clients facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief and loss, OCD, trauma-related disorders such as PTSD, and neurodiversity (including autism or ADHD) in achieving their well-being and recovery objectives. With a unique set of skills and knowledge, I am able to offer effective therapeutic services in multiple languages, including Turkish, Farsi, Urdu, Hindi, Panjabi, and basic Japanese, in addition to English. I have earned Ph.D., MSc., and BA degrees in Psychology from reputable universities in the USA, India, and Iran.
Using a client-centered, integrative, and trauma-informed approach, I tailor therapeutic interventions such as CBT, solution-focused, psychoeducational, biofeedback/neurofeedback, and art/play therapies, to meet each client's specific needs.
As a compassionate and experienced mental health expert, I am committed to empowering clients facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief and loss, OCD, trauma-related disorders such as PTSD, and neurodiversity (including autism or ADHD) in achieving their well-being and recovery objectives. With a unique set of skills and knowledge, I am able to offer effective therapeutic services in multiple languages, including Turkish, Farsi, Urdu, Hindi, Panjabi, and basic Japanese, in addition to English. I have earned Ph.D., MSc., and BA degrees in Psychology from reputable universities in the USA, India, and Iran.
Effat Daftarchi
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2H
My practices evolved over time but always followed through the line of trauma. I work with kids as young as four up until whatever age they want to continue therapy. I am fortunate enough to have a very formative experience in EMDR, IFS, IFIO, and Clinical Hypnosis to address the needs of my clients. As a psychologist, I believe that to have good mental health, the individual must be treated as the whole person. So, I integrate the mind and body into my practice to help my clients to overcome depression, anxiety, grief, stress, mood disorders, and PTSD. I also proudly offer NeurOptimal Neurofeedback for brain training.
My practices evolved over time but always followed through the line of trauma. I work with kids as young as four up until whatever age they want to continue therapy. I am fortunate enough to have a very formative experience in EMDR, IFS, IFIO, and Clinical Hypnosis to address the needs of my clients. As a psychologist, I believe that to have good mental health, the individual must be treated as the whole person. So, I integrate the mind and body into my practice to help my clients to overcome depression, anxiety, grief, stress, mood disorders, and PTSD. I also proudly offer NeurOptimal Neurofeedback for brain training.
Kyla Vieweger (She Her)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, CPT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2H
Specialized child and adolescent therapy services. When your child is facing a challenging life event or is struggling with difficult emotions or behaviours, caregivers can feel overwhelmed and unsure. Maybe you feel judged, or even judge yourself. You want to find a skilled clinician who can respond effectively to your child's specific needs and help you rediscover your confidence as a caregiver. Unlike a generalist counsellor, my therapeutic services are tailored to the distinct developmental needs of children and teens. I blend expressive and evidence-based treatment approaches. Non-judgmental caregiver support is also offered.
Specialized child and adolescent therapy services. When your child is facing a challenging life event or is struggling with difficult emotions or behaviours, caregivers can feel overwhelmed and unsure. Maybe you feel judged, or even judge yourself. You want to find a skilled clinician who can respond effectively to your child's specific needs and help you rediscover your confidence as a caregiver. Unlike a generalist counsellor, my therapeutic services are tailored to the distinct developmental needs of children and teens. I blend expressive and evidence-based treatment approaches. Non-judgmental caregiver support is also offered.
Master’s Counselling Services
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2H
At Master's Counnseling, our counsellors bring genuine compassion and care to their practice, in order to help you flourish, in whatever stage of life you find yourself in. For over 20 years, the Masters Counselling team has created a safe place for you to process your thoughts, explore your feelings and release you into your full potential.
At Master's Counnseling, our counsellors bring genuine compassion and care to their practice, in order to help you flourish, in whatever stage of life you find yourself in. For over 20 years, the Masters Counselling team has created a safe place for you to process your thoughts, explore your feelings and release you into your full potential.
Kimberly Neuman
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2H
I work with clients of all ages, in individual, couples, and family settings, and in the following areas: Work-life balance, financial stress, pregnancy and postpartum struggles, parenting and transition to parenthood, caregiver stress, infidelity and loss of trust, trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, anger management, communication difficulties, health challenges, aging and seniors support, familial concerns, pet loss, student stress, youth behaviours, Indigenous issues, and newcomer (refugee / immigrant) adjustment.
I work with clients of all ages, in individual, couples, and family settings, and in the following areas: Work-life balance, financial stress, pregnancy and postpartum struggles, parenting and transition to parenthood, caregiver stress, infidelity and loss of trust, trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, anger management, communication difficulties, health challenges, aging and seniors support, familial concerns, pet loss, student stress, youth behaviours, Indigenous issues, and newcomer (refugee / immigrant) adjustment.
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Eva Stordy
Master’s Counselling Services
Kathryn Kazmerik
Lark and Raven Wellness
Psychologist, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2H
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.
Kathryn Kazmerik
Registered Social Worker, RSW, DTATI
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2H
Not accepting new clients
I integrate art and play therapy techniques with strengths-based, emotion-focused, and somatic therapeutic modalities including narrative therapy, SFT, EFFT, DBT, and CBT.
I am a Registered Social Worker and Art Therapist. I assist children as young as 6 years old, youth, families, parents, and individual women of all ages. Common challenges include trauma, anxiety, stress, emotional regulation, behavioural issues, parent-child relationships, family interaction patterns, communication, boundaries, self-esteem/self-worth and personal growth.
I integrate art and play therapy techniques with strengths-based, emotion-focused, and somatic therapeutic modalities including narrative therapy, SFT, EFFT, DBT, and CBT.
I am a Registered Social Worker and Art Therapist. I assist children as young as 6 years old, youth, families, parents, and individual women of all ages. Common challenges include trauma, anxiety, stress, emotional regulation, behavioural issues, parent-child relationships, family interaction patterns, communication, boundaries, self-esteem/self-worth and personal growth.
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Play Therapy Counsellors
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioural difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behaviour and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behaviour.