Relationship Issues Therapists in Saskatoon, SK
The Saskatchewan Women's Mental Health Therapist is a Saskatoon-based counselling practice specializing in women's mental health and couples/ relationship counselling, offering in-person individual counselling in Saskatoon and virtual counselling across Saskatchewan We are Masters level therapists with advanced training in EMDR.
We offer a compassionate space to explore the unique concerns that women & couples face. We provide affirming couples counselling for relationships of all kinds, including monogamous, non-monogamous, kink-aware, LGBTQIA2S+, and diverse relationship structures. We can help you navigate youyr difficulties based on our advanced evidence-based skillset.
The Saskatchewan Women's Mental Health Therapist is a Saskatoon-based counselling practice specializing in women's mental health and couples/ relationship counselling, offering in-person individual counselling in Saskatoon and virtual counselling across Saskatchewan We are Masters level therapists with advanced training in EMDR.
We offer a compassionate space to explore the unique concerns that women & couples face. We provide affirming couples counselling for relationships of all kinds, including monogamous, non-monogamous, kink-aware, LGBTQIA2S+, and diverse relationship structures. We can help you navigate youyr difficulties based on our advanced evidence-based skillset.
Feeling overwhelmed by distressing emotions or stuck in a cycle of negative thoughts? My goal is to empower you to achieve personal growth and develop practical coping strategies for lasting change. In our sessions, you'll experience a supportive, non-judgmental space where we can explore your thoughts and feelings together. I am committed to working collaboratively with you, ensuring that you get the most out of our time, whether you're navigating significant stressors or seeking guidance on more everyday challenges. I'm here to support you on your journey. Reach out for a free consultation, and I look forward to working with you.
Feeling overwhelmed by distressing emotions or stuck in a cycle of negative thoughts? My goal is to empower you to achieve personal growth and develop practical coping strategies for lasting change. In our sessions, you'll experience a supportive, non-judgmental space where we can explore your thoughts and feelings together. I am committed to working collaboratively with you, ensuring that you get the most out of our time, whether you're navigating significant stressors or seeking guidance on more everyday challenges. I'm here to support you on your journey. Reach out for a free consultation, and I look forward to working with you.
Having worked in research, with first-responders, and people of all walks of life, my goal is to help you build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and navigate transitions and moving forward.
Accepting NEW Clients! - Hoping to feel less anxious or explore building ways to cope? Maybe you feel low, unmotivated, or stressed more often than you used to and you'd like that to change. Are you curious about learning more about yourself or working on building confidence? Is there an experience in the present or the past that you feel held back by and that you'd like to better understand or process? Do you find yourself often trying to figure out who you are, or whats important to you? Together we'll look at what your goals are, and increase self-awareness, stability, and understanding in the process. Connect for a free consult!
Having worked in research, with first-responders, and people of all walks of life, my goal is to help you build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and navigate transitions and moving forward.
Accepting NEW Clients! - Hoping to feel less anxious or explore building ways to cope? Maybe you feel low, unmotivated, or stressed more often than you used to and you'd like that to change. Are you curious about learning more about yourself or working on building confidence? Is there an experience in the present or the past that you feel held back by and that you'd like to better understand or process? Do you find yourself often trying to figure out who you are, or whats important to you? Together we'll look at what your goals are, and increase self-awareness, stability, and understanding in the process. Connect for a free consult!
What keeps us feeling like we are in limbo/stuck? Unresolved issues and traumas can keep us feeling and/or thinking that we are not progressing as we'd like, resulting in many feelings of being overwhelmed, burned out, and experiencing physical/emotional pains. Over 22 years of clinical experience, I can help you to discover and identify the core issues/patterns/beliefs, while inspiring hope and courage while you walk a more integrated path living life with more joy and abundance; with feelings of rejuvenation and release; and with an expanded self-awareness, emotional balance, and clearer thinking.
What keeps us feeling like we are in limbo/stuck? Unresolved issues and traumas can keep us feeling and/or thinking that we are not progressing as we'd like, resulting in many feelings of being overwhelmed, burned out, and experiencing physical/emotional pains. Over 22 years of clinical experience, I can help you to discover and identify the core issues/patterns/beliefs, while inspiring hope and courage while you walk a more integrated path living life with more joy and abundance; with feelings of rejuvenation and release; and with an expanded self-awareness, emotional balance, and clearer thinking.
Certified as an Integrative Body Psychotherapist (IBP), I work within a framework that helps one to understand and raise awareness of unhelpful relational patterns grounded in our own histories and bodies, which show up in our lives as unhelpful repetitive patterns- especially in our most intimate and valued relationships.
At especially stressful times in our lives, we may have felt anxious, depressed and fearful. We may resort to "self-medicating" our painful feelings through the use of alcohol, drugs, eating too much/little, "zoning out" through process addictions such as gambling, gaming, porn or even playing bingo. When what we are doing is actually contributing to our problems - we may feel even more out of control and fearful. It can be helpful at times like these to talk to someone who can help us make sense of it all. We begin to make positive incremental changes and our stress level may go down. Life begins to work again.
Certified as an Integrative Body Psychotherapist (IBP), I work within a framework that helps one to understand and raise awareness of unhelpful relational patterns grounded in our own histories and bodies, which show up in our lives as unhelpful repetitive patterns- especially in our most intimate and valued relationships.
At especially stressful times in our lives, we may have felt anxious, depressed and fearful. We may resort to "self-medicating" our painful feelings through the use of alcohol, drugs, eating too much/little, "zoning out" through process addictions such as gambling, gaming, porn or even playing bingo. When what we are doing is actually contributing to our problems - we may feel even more out of control and fearful. It can be helpful at times like these to talk to someone who can help us make sense of it all. We begin to make positive incremental changes and our stress level may go down. Life begins to work again.
I have experience in supporting those navigating anxiety, emotional dysregulation, complex trauma, body image concerns, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, and anything else life throws your way.
With respect for every person’s lived experiences, I offer a non-traditional, trauma-informed, and holistic approach to therapy – one that feels safe, warm, and grounded in human connection. My practice incorporates somatic techniques, therapeutic art interventions, play-based interventions, nervous system regulation, mindfulness, and inner-child work.
I have experience in supporting those navigating anxiety, emotional dysregulation, complex trauma, body image concerns, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, and anything else life throws your way.
With respect for every person’s lived experiences, I offer a non-traditional, trauma-informed, and holistic approach to therapy – one that feels safe, warm, and grounded in human connection. My practice incorporates somatic techniques, therapeutic art interventions, play-based interventions, nervous system regulation, mindfulness, and inner-child work.
Do you continue to have problems or issues with your family or loved ones?
The quality of our experience both with ourselves, our loves ones and with our collegues truly determines the quality of our overall journey in life. How we treat and talk to ourselves often comes from either hidden pain or the learned patterns inhierited from both our environment and our family of origin.
Do you continue to have problems or issues with your family or loved ones?
The quality of our experience both with ourselves, our loves ones and with our collegues truly determines the quality of our overall journey in life. How we treat and talk to ourselves often comes from either hidden pain or the learned patterns inhierited from both our environment and our family of origin.
April Derkson
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
4 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7H
Waitlist for new clients
In my practice I specialize in couples and relationship therapy, including diverse relationship structures, 2SLGBTQ+ and neurodiverse individuals, parent–adult child dynamics, women’s issues, and supporting individuals navigating mood, personality, and emotional challenge.
I work with aspects of narrative therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, trauma-informed CBT and other evidence-based modalities to assist individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, complex trauma and attachment issues. I approach couple's work utilizing Emotionally-Focused Couples Therapy and the Gottman Method.
In my practice I specialize in couples and relationship therapy, including diverse relationship structures, 2SLGBTQ+ and neurodiverse individuals, parent–adult child dynamics, women’s issues, and supporting individuals navigating mood, personality, and emotional challenge.
I work with aspects of narrative therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, trauma-informed CBT and other evidence-based modalities to assist individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, complex trauma and attachment issues. I approach couple's work utilizing Emotionally-Focused Couples Therapy and the Gottman Method.
When relationships feel strained, trauma continues to shape your present, or addiction has become a way of coping with overwhelming emotions, it can be difficult to know where to begin.
Grounded in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS), I help individuals and couples make sense of trauma, addiction, and relationship challenges through an attachment lens. Together, we work toward greater connection, emotional security, and freedom from patterns that no longer serve you.
When relationships feel strained, trauma continues to shape your present, or addiction has become a way of coping with overwhelming emotions, it can be difficult to know where to begin.
Grounded in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS), I help individuals and couples make sense of trauma, addiction, and relationship challenges through an attachment lens. Together, we work toward greater connection, emotional security, and freedom from patterns that no longer serve you.
We work with couples around: pre-marital therapy, infidelity, communication, discord and more.
It’s hard to find the right Counsellor for you. Maybe this is your first time, your OG Counsellor is on mat leave, maybe you went to a session with a therapist and didn’t click. That’s overwhelming, especially when you put money into it.
I offer free video consults so that you can ask me anything you’d like, and I can talk to you about how I’d support you overcome your mental health & life struggles. I also offer details on my website you can find me on Google under The Hive Yxe.
I’m ready when you are.
We work with couples around: pre-marital therapy, infidelity, communication, discord and more.
It’s hard to find the right Counsellor for you. Maybe this is your first time, your OG Counsellor is on mat leave, maybe you went to a session with a therapist and didn’t click. That’s overwhelming, especially when you put money into it.
I offer free video consults so that you can ask me anything you’d like, and I can talk to you about how I’d support you overcome your mental health & life struggles. I also offer details on my website you can find me on Google under The Hive Yxe.
I’m ready when you are.
• Healing from trauma, high-control groups, relational violence and abuse, single experience or multiple traumas
Sometimes, life just feels like too much. Whether you’re navigating the heavy fog of burnout, the sharp edges of past trauma, or that persistent feeling of being "stuck" and disconnected, you don’t have to carry it alone. I provide a warm, grounded, and down-to-earth space where you can finally take a breath and show up exactly as you are. I believe therapy should feel like a human connection, not a clinical checklist. My approach is deeply trauma-informed and tailored to your unique story. By blending research-backed tools, including EMDR, with genuine life experience, I help adults and youth (14+) navigate:
• Healing from trauma, high-control groups, relational violence and abuse, single experience or multiple traumas
Sometimes, life just feels like too much. Whether you’re navigating the heavy fog of burnout, the sharp edges of past trauma, or that persistent feeling of being "stuck" and disconnected, you don’t have to carry it alone. I provide a warm, grounded, and down-to-earth space where you can finally take a breath and show up exactly as you are. I believe therapy should feel like a human connection, not a clinical checklist. My approach is deeply trauma-informed and tailored to your unique story. By blending research-backed tools, including EMDR, with genuine life experience, I help adults and youth (14+) navigate:
I’m a counsellor in Saskatoon providing grounded, evidence-based therapy for adults and couples.
My approach is attachment-informed and utilizes aspects of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Relational Life Therapy (RLT), and Psychodynamic Therapy where appropriate. Through this work, I help clients develop self-awareness, emotional regulation, and healthier connections with themselves and others.
I’m a counsellor in Saskatoon providing grounded, evidence-based therapy for adults and couples.
My approach is attachment-informed and utilizes aspects of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Relational Life Therapy (RLT), and Psychodynamic Therapy where appropriate. Through this work, I help clients develop self-awareness, emotional regulation, and healthier connections with themselves and others.
Health problems, job losses, marital issues, relationship challenges, children acting out
With a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, I help couples navigate conflict, rebuild connection, and create healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
Health problems, job losses, marital issues, relationship challenges, children acting out
With a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, I help couples navigate conflict, rebuild connection, and create healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
I desire to help you imagine a better story, create healthier relationships, and experience greater flourishing in life.
My therapeutic approach is client-centred and strengths-based. I draw on Mindfulness Based, Gottman Couple Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Written Exposure Therapy.
I desire to help you imagine a better story, create healthier relationships, and experience greater flourishing in life.
My therapeutic approach is client-centred and strengths-based. I draw on Mindfulness Based, Gottman Couple Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Written Exposure Therapy.
Duy @ Fernweh | EMDR, Mindset, Relationships
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
6 Endorsed
Online Only
Anxiety can cloud your thoughts, making everything seem more difficult, while relationship challenges can leave you feeling misunderstood or disconnected.
Together, we can work through the fear, frustration, and uncertainty that often come with anxiety and relationship struggles with others and yourself. With a compassionate, narrative therapy and somatic approach, I hope to help you find new ways to reconnect with yourself and the people in your life.
Anxiety can cloud your thoughts, making everything seem more difficult, while relationship challenges can leave you feeling misunderstood or disconnected.
Together, we can work through the fear, frustration, and uncertainty that often come with anxiety and relationship struggles with others and yourself. With a compassionate, narrative therapy and somatic approach, I hope to help you find new ways to reconnect with yourself and the people in your life.
I work with couples and other relationships, including families.
I am always learning and synthesizing techniques. We can use, but are not limited to:
- ART (cost-effective and evidence-based trauma resolution)
- Psychoanalytic, psychodynamic, and existential approaches
- CBT, ACT, and Narrative Therapy
- Anti-colonial and system critiques
- Couples techniques
- Brief strengths- and solution-focused therapy
I work with couples and other relationships, including families.
I am always learning and synthesizing techniques. We can use, but are not limited to:
- ART (cost-effective and evidence-based trauma resolution)
- Psychoanalytic, psychodynamic, and existential approaches
- CBT, ACT, and Narrative Therapy
- Anti-colonial and system critiques
- Couples techniques
- Brief strengths- and solution-focused therapy
If you desire more comfort and confidence within yourself, more secure relationships with others - and are willing to reach out - please don't hesitate
I have worked as a Counsellor / Therapist for 27 yrs. I specialize in areas r/t Anxiety / Depression (inc OCD) and relationship conflict / stress . I have both training and experience in various evidence based / trauma informed approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioral / Processing Therapies, Narrative Therapy, and Emotion Focused Therapy.
If you desire more comfort and confidence within yourself, more secure relationships with others - and are willing to reach out - please don't hesitate
I have worked as a Counsellor / Therapist for 27 yrs. I specialize in areas r/t Anxiety / Depression (inc OCD) and relationship conflict / stress . I have both training and experience in various evidence based / trauma informed approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioral / Processing Therapies, Narrative Therapy, and Emotion Focused Therapy.
Wherever you are in your life journey you will encounter challenges, you do not have to face these alone. I work with clients to help them find comfort and peace in their daily lives.
Wherever you are in your life journey you will encounter challenges, you do not have to face these alone. I work with clients to help them find comfort and peace in their daily lives.
If you want to understand what's driving your habits, decisions, and relationships, my approach may be a good fit.
I'm Ryann Simpson, a Registered Social Worker and Therapist based in Saskatoon, SK. I offer virtual and phone therapy to adults 16+ and couples in Saskatchewan and Ontario. I'm drawn to exploring what shapes us, how we process, and our underlying patterns. I bring honesty, warmth, and a practical focus on what resonates to our sessions.
If you want to understand what's driving your habits, decisions, and relationships, my approach may be a good fit.
I'm Ryann Simpson, a Registered Social Worker and Therapist based in Saskatoon, SK. I offer virtual and phone therapy to adults 16+ and couples in Saskatchewan and Ontario. I'm drawn to exploring what shapes us, how we process, and our underlying patterns. I bring honesty, warmth, and a practical focus on what resonates to our sessions.
Together, we can approach these patterns with curiosity and compassion, exploring emotions, relationships, identity and self-worth to deepen self-understanding and reconnect with your own inner wisdom.
I work well with reflective adults who want to understand themselves more deeply and create meaningful change. Together, we explore what lies beneath recurring patterns, emotional struggles, or ways of coping—with compassion rather than judgment—helping you build a more connected, trusting relationship with yourself.
Together, we can approach these patterns with curiosity and compassion, exploring emotions, relationships, identity and self-worth to deepen self-understanding and reconnect with your own inner wisdom.
I work well with reflective adults who want to understand themselves more deeply and create meaningful change. Together, we explore what lies beneath recurring patterns, emotional struggles, or ways of coping—with compassion rather than judgment—helping you build a more connected, trusting relationship with yourself.
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Relationship Issues Counsellors
What types of relationship issues can therapists help with?
Therapists who specialise in relationships work with individuals, couples, and families on a wide range of issues. Common concerns include communication problems, infidelity, intimacy difficulties, and navigating major life transitions such as marriage, parenthood, or caregiving. Family therapists may also address parent–child conflict, sibling rivalry, or other complex family dynamics.
What are the different types of therapy for relationship issues?
Relationship issues can be addressed through different types of therapy depending on whether you’re seeking help as an individual, couple, or family. In individual therapy, the focus is often on helping an individual understand how their own patterns, attachment style, and past experiences may be shaping their current relationships. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), attachment therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) are three common forms of individual treatment that can help individuals understand their current relationship dynamics and improve their relationship quality. Couples therapy often uses other forms of evidence-based treatment, such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) or the Gottman Method. Rather than focusing on the individual, these approaches focus on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional bonds between individuals in a relationship. Similarly, family therapy often focuses on communication but also examines how larger-scale dynamics—such as how parenting styles, generational differences, or sibling roles—may shape family relationships.
What actually happens in a therapy session for relationship issues?
The structure of a session depends on whether therapy involves one person or multiple people. In individual sessions, the focus may be on exploring personal patterns, role-playing difficult conversations, practicing listening skills, or setting goals for handling conflict. In couples or family sessions, each person is encouraged to share their perspective while the therapist helps uncover underlying emotions, highlight unhelpful interaction patterns, and guide more constructive communication.
How can I find an effective relationship therapist?
Finding a therapist who is a good fit for your needs, either for individual, couples, or family therapy, is critical to ensure effective therapy. Psychology Today’s online directory makes it easy to search for therapists who specialise in relationship issues, as well as related topics like marriage counselling. The platform offers filters to help you find a provider who fits your needs, such as gender, location, and fees. While the Psychology Today directory also offers the ability to filter by insurance type, it’s important to note that insurance may not cover many types of relationship therapy, such as couples counselling, so it’s important to inquire with your insurance plan about specific coverage details if intending to use insurance for therapy.