Therapists in Calgary, AB

Welcome to Breakthrough Psychology! I have a passion for the helping profession and for over ten years, I have worked extensively with youth, adults, and families in a variety of capacities. Through the use of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focused practices, and strength based approaches, I will work collaboratively with you to develop a personalized support plan that is fitting for your needs.

I offer a space to help people to feel understood and accepted while working together collaboratively. I understand that although our past can influence our present, it does not dictate the future. I believe treatment plans and interventions are best when they are tailored to match client’s individual needs. Since I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is key, I help clients explore strengths while empowering them to work towards growth and outcomes. I have a passion for working with children, youth, individuals and families and draw from my past 20 years of experience working in mental health.

In my practice a core value and focus is to help you achieve a balance in overall health and wellbeing. I truly believe that with support, personal exploration and reflection that we all have the ability to build resiliency and bounce back from adversity. In my work with individuals and families I draw from both my professional and personal experience to engage with individuals on meaningful, collaborative, and supportive levels. My goal is to support you in overcoming life's adversity by setting goals, working towards improving your overall wellness, and to decrease stress in your life.

Barriers can appear at any time during the journey of life. These barriers may become ongoing or exhausting, and limiting. Our team of specialists offers services that support growth, healing, and fosters your best self without limiting you and further. As a Registered Psychologist, Registered Play Therapist, and expert in assessments and counselling, I, Kari Buenfeld, am dedicated to supporting clients in accessing specialized and effective treatment approaches with myself or an expert therapist in our team. Call today to discuss specifics of our therapist's experiences, qualifications, and services in assessments and counselling!

I understand that, at times, life can be challenging and difficult to manage. In these moments, it can be helpful to seek support from others to help discover healthy and adaptive ways of coping. I believe in building strong relationships with clients founded on trust, empathy and mutual respect so that individuals feel understood, and are encouraged to create positive change in their lives. I have experience working with diverse clientele at the Calgary Urban Project Society, Mount Royal University, and in private practice.

I am a Registered Psychologist with over 15 years of experience in counselling. I specialize in clinical psychology. I work with individuals: adults and adolescents, and with couples. I can help you to feel better, to increase your self-esteem and to heal from past experiences. If you experienced trauma, abuse, if you have been struggling with depression, anxiety for a long time call me to schedule an appointment. I will help you to experience well-being, to learn and implement new skills and to see your life differently. I offer different approaches to therapy such as: ACT, CBT-Mindfilness, Psychodynamic, Gottman, Emotion-Focused.

I enjoy helping others and have over 15 years experience in the helping professions. I work with adults, children and families and specialize in trauma, neurodiversity, family conflict, parenting, anger and self regulation. I am also skilled in helping those who choose to use violence in their relationships. I work from both a trauma informed and attachment based lens.

I’m glad you’re here! I am dedicated to providing a client-centered approach that puts your expertise on your own life front and center. My primary objective is to meet you exactly where you are on your journey and to recognize the unique experiences that have shaped you as an individual. With 8 years of counselling experience, I bring a depth perspective to help you delve into the underlying causes of your difficulties. By recognizing, understanding, and accepting the core issues that contribute to your struggles, we can work together to bring about lasting change.

We are passionate about working collaboratively with clients to find healing, resolution and growth. We aim to provide a safe, supportive and encouraging environment for clients to gain personal insight, build new skills and strategies and achieve their goals. We understand that making long-lasting changes can be difficult but we strongly believe it is possible! It is our desire to help people thrive and live a meaningful life.

My experiences as a neurodivergent queer non-binary individual has informed my therapeutic approach and desire to work with clients from similar backgrounds. I enjoy working with neurodivergent and queer clients who want to explore identity and community. I mainly work with clients on areas related to identity, anxiety, depression, stress, trauma and PTSD, body acceptance, and gender and sexuality. I am sex-worker friendly, sex positive, kink-knowledgeable, and ENM-aware therapist. I strive to make my practice a safer space for LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Everyone struggles with certain things at different times in their lives. Mental wellness is a journey, not a destination and we are all at different points along the path. Sometimes, we need help guiding our steps and knowing how best to keep going. My ideal client may be struggling with issues related to anxiety, depression, relationships, trauma or personality disorders. Generally, they realize that things in their life are just not working and they want to learn new ways of behaving, thinking and relating to themselves and others to make lasting changes. My practice with clients is collaborative and supportive.

My name is Sydney McKenzie-Hougestol (she/her) and I am a Registered Psychologist. I chose to go into this field because I love people and I believe in people. I have worked with people in the field of mental health, addictions, and trauma for 8 years. I think often the key to unlocking what is going on for a person is looking into the ways they have learned to judge themselves for what they feel and think and challenging those assumptions. I am passionate about working with people and empowering them find new ways of looking at themselves, their relationships, and the world.

My invitation to you when beginning the journey of therapy is to come just as you are. You can expect to be met with respect, compassion, humor and understanding in a casual environment Together, we will work to uncover your strengths, unpack negative self-talk, address root concerns, and learn effective strategies. My work is rooted in supporting and collaborating in rewriting your story in moving towards growth and healing. I specialize working with adolescents (age 13 +) and adults in the areas of anxiety, depression, eating disorders, addictions, ADHD, and trauma.

I am a Registered Psychologist and EMDR therapist who believes in the transformative power of connection and feeling seen. I offer a comprehensive range of services, including EMDR, individual therapy, and psychological assessments to meet the needs of each client. My specialization lies in working with clients who are experiencing trauma, grief, or anxiety. I am committed to providing a supportive therapeutic environment where clients of all ages can feel seen. Whether you're seeking support for emotional healing or require guidance in understanding your strengths and areas for growth, I am here to walk alongside you.

It takes courage to seek help when life isn't going smoothly and our regular methods of coping are not solving the issues we encounter. Drawing upon a depth of life experience, a broad breadth of knowledge and a reverence for all faiths and cultures, Maria is well qualified to assist you through life's challenges and transitions. Maria engages clients in objective, safe and supportive conversations about the isolating issues we face. She is passionate and committed to the health and wholeness of individuals, couples and families and can integrate a Christian perspective to counselling.

At Inspired Minds, we are focused on providing a multi-disciplinary approach to wellness. We have therapists trained in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and provide the full program. DBT has been shown to help with a variety of issues, including emotion dysregulation, anxiety, depression, eating disorder, substance abuse, etc. If you are struggling to manage your emotions, impulsivity, poor coping, or would like to learn more coping strategies, we can help. We also utilize Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) to treat trauma symptoms.

I am a PhD-level psychologist with a special interest in women's perinatal (prenatal and postpartum) mental health, as well as supporting women and families with their transition to parenthood. I also have a strong background in treating depression and anxiety, as well as other life stressors including relationship and communication difficulties, adjustment issues, low self-esteem, and life transitions. My goal is to help clients regain control of their lives by increasing coping skills and reducing emotional pain and suffering.

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.

I am a Registered Psychologist offering compassionate care by video or in person in Calgary, and online in the Northwest Territories and across Alberta. With dignity and respect we can approach the troublesome barriers, pain, or patterns keeping you stuck. Together we can explore and restore what is valued and meaningful, whether that be related to improving your personal well-being or your relationships. I strive to offer a safe and confidential space for diverse individuals including sexual & gender minorities (LGBTQ2S+), as well as individuals from all religious, spiritual, ethnic, cultural, and racialized identities.