Sexual Abuse Therapists in Plamondon, AB

My ideal client is committed to healing from his/her current or past trauma/grief and are open to various ways of healing. Their goals are to obtain new tools to utilize when they are in crisis, feeling anxious, sad or disillusioned. They want to be at peace in the present moment. They want to be happy, content and confident in their choices. Most of all, they have hope for the future and they have love and compassion for themselves. They are easily able to forgive themselves and pick up where they left off knowing mistakes are one of their greatest teachings.

Unhappy? Anxious? Hopeless? Losing control? Dysfunctional upbringing? I help individuals and couples with a history of anxiety, anger, panic, relationship issues, shame, trauma, rigid thoughts/behaviours (like cleaning or repetitive fears), PTSD, work stress, ineffective communication, worry, shyness, uncontrollable thoughts, binge eating, phobias, depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), physical symptoms, parenting struggles, feelings of disconnect, numbness and more. It feels hopeless; maybe it’s been this way for as long as you can remember. Change feels impossible, but it isn't.

I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker with a Masters in Social Work, a Certified Trauma Therapist, and a Trauma Informed Yoga instructor with over a decade of experience. I offer individual therapy sessions in English and Spanish using evidence based approaches tailored to your needs and goals. My intention is to provide a space to support you in your journey to wellness and to reconnect with your potential to Heal Within. My work is built upon respect within a trauma informed and social justice orientation. I offer virtual, and in person sessions to individuals 16+ and I provide Social Work clinical supervision.

Weaving through your strengths and resources, I bring in my lived experience as someone who has had to re-start a few things in life. I believe it is never too late to embark on a journey to achieve better health. I studied, worked and lived in 4 different continents: Africa, Europe, Asia and North America and I'm passionate about walking alongside families, youths, seniors and individuals from diverse backgrounds on their journey to whole health as they harness their internal and external resources to get to optimum mental health. As a Christian, my approach to work is based on Amos 3:3- “Can two walk together unless they agree?”

Are you looking to improve your mental health? Or bumping into issues in your relationship? I work with individuals and couples to achieve their mental health goals. I strive to provide safe spaces for individuals of all cultural identities, sexual orientations, and gender expressions. I approach sessions from a client-centered framework where I believe you are the expert on your life and that you hold the power to heal within. I am here to support you to discover this healing strength. I use an eclectic approach to therapy where together we find the best approach to meet your goals as efficiently as possible.

We all feel lost from time to time. Part of us wants to move forward and part of us wants to stay the same. We wrestle within ourselves and we emotionally wrestle with those we are closest to. It can be overwhelming and exhausting. We are a product of our past; good, bad, or otherwise. You know that there is so much more to you than the battles that you are facing. There is freedom in getting to know why you respond the way that you do, and there is a way to change the way you respond.

Tired of your cycle? Are you wrestling in your relationships or tired of fighting the same fights? Are you weighed down by shame or carry the weight of your past? Do you subtly ask your partner "are you there for me?" and are afraid they wouldn't say yes? Do you carry your past around like luggage, feeling the weight of unhealed trauma, religious shame, relationship struggles, difficulties in sex or not being able to trust loved ones anymore? My best work is with those struggling with always being too much or never being enough and as a result not feeling respected or cherished the way they long for.

Ever felt your voice lost in life's demands, or begun to wonder if achieving balance between work, personal, and home life is possible? Imagine breaking free from the cycle of survival and stepping into a life of thriving. Welcome to a space where your voice isn't just heard but valued - a sanctuary for self-discovery and growth. I empower busy individuals to navigate roadblocks, rediscover overall wellbeing, and achieve a more balanced, happy life. Sessions are transformative, holistic, and empowering. Together, we'll explore purpose, self-worth, effective self-care, new behaviours and habits, and more.

Appointment available within 24 hours. Do you feel like you have lost meaning in your life? Are you feeling lost, depressed, or anxious? I aim to help you find your purpose, fulfillment and meaning again. In working with you, I aim to help you recover from your present challenges as we find a path toward happiness. In doing so, this approach requires sensitivity, patience, and time while we work through these difficulties you are facing.

Thank you for reaching out to me. If you want to improve your wellness, you've come to the right place! I am a Registered Psychologist (AB) and a Certified EMDR therapist with extensive education and tons of experience in the field of mental health, especially anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic pain, and more. My multicultural background and lived experience help me to connect empathetically with my clients. I am trained in various treatment modalities, such as EMDR, CBT, ACT, DBT, EFT etc. However, I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all. I trust in your inner strength and believe that we can work together to achieve your goals.

My goal is to provide an open, warm, and calming environment where you are free to discuss any issue that is affecting your life. I am committed to working together to make a plan to ease your distress, improve your insight, and create a path forward for you. "You can't stop the waves but you can learn to surf" - Jon Kabat-Zinn

I'm here to listen and support you. I have over 20 years of experience counseling children (3 & up), adults, and couples presenting with various issues such as mental health, addiction issues, grief/loss, relational difficulties, life stress, and so on. I specialize in Trauma Therapy, Couples Therapy, and Children Therapy. My counseling style is warm, genuine, and collaborative. We will work together to figure out what you need and help you get there. I am trained in various therapies (Gottman Marriage therapy, EMDR, CBT, DBT, etc). We can discuss the therapy options best for you. Please call to connect with me.

Heather Breed has several years of experience providing counseling in high crisis environments to individuals and families who have been struggling for a long time with complicated mental health concerns. Heather provides individual and family counseling to adults, youth, and children who have mood related worries or are working to recover from a traumatic event. She has a specific interest in working with children and youth who live with emotional and behavioral challenges. She works collaboratively with parents, schools, and other influential people in the child’s life to support desired change.