Strength-Based Therapists in T2C

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Sheryl Field
Psychologist, MACP, BN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2C
In working alongside my clients, I fundamentally believe in healing and growth through a genuine, non-judgemental, gentle and authentic connection, that is both client-focused and strength-based.
Following an extensive and rewarding career as a registered nurse, with experience in critical care, cardiology, and family medicine, I have thoroughly enjoyed learning how I can better help others who are in need of support. I have worked alongside adult individuals who have endured developmental and acute trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, loss, addiction, and life transitions including relationship and parenting support. It is a privilege to walk alongside my clients as they grow and expand in self-awareness, self-determination, compassion for themselves, and overall confidence to live their best life.
In working alongside my clients, I fundamentally believe in healing and growth through a genuine, non-judgemental, gentle and authentic connection, that is both client-focused and strength-based.
Following an extensive and rewarding career as a registered nurse, with experience in critical care, cardiology, and family medicine, I have thoroughly enjoyed learning how I can better help others who are in need of support. I have worked alongside adult individuals who have endured developmental and acute trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, loss, addiction, and life transitions including relationship and parenting support. It is a privilege to walk alongside my clients as they grow and expand in self-awareness, self-determination, compassion for themselves, and overall confidence to live their best life.
(587) 412-5144 View (587) 412-5144
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Travis Funk
Counsellor, CCC
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2C
I will tailor my approach, using person-centered, solution-focused, strength-based, and psychodynamic methods to suit your needs.
Sometimes life throws us experiences that make us question who we are, challenge our sense of connection with others, or traumatize us. Whether these experiences result in stress, depression, anxiety, grief, or substance use, these life situations can be difficult to manage on our own. Imagine a non-judgemental, compassionate, and empathetic space to find your pathway to improved wellness. I work with adults, teens, couples, and families, striving to understand how these experiences have impacted them. I appreciate the privilege of being able to work collaboratively with my clients, finding strengths and working towards goals.
I will tailor my approach, using person-centered, solution-focused, strength-based, and psychodynamic methods to suit your needs.
Sometimes life throws us experiences that make us question who we are, challenge our sense of connection with others, or traumatize us. Whether these experiences result in stress, depression, anxiety, grief, or substance use, these life situations can be difficult to manage on our own. Imagine a non-judgemental, compassionate, and empathetic space to find your pathway to improved wellness. I work with adults, teens, couples, and families, striving to understand how these experiences have impacted them. I appreciate the privilege of being able to work collaboratively with my clients, finding strengths and working towards goals.
(587) 816-6529 View (587) 816-6529
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Mariah McConnell
Counsellor, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2C  (Online Only)
Feeling overwhelmed? Burnt out? Stressed about an intimate relationship? People may access counselling for a variety of reasons. I work with a clients who may be experiencing a wide variety of issues related to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, family and relationship concerns, grief, and general coping skills.
Feeling overwhelmed? Burnt out? Stressed about an intimate relationship? People may access counselling for a variety of reasons. I work with a clients who may be experiencing a wide variety of issues related to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, family and relationship concerns, grief, and general coping skills.
(587) 603-5906 View (587) 603-5906
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Val Fillier
Psychologist, BA, BEd, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2C
I am passionate about helping people live a life that is all they imagined it would be. Life is hard and it can sometimes feel like you are alone in your struggles. With the support of the right psychologist/therapist/counsellor, people can begin to heal, grow, and thrive.
I am passionate about helping people live a life that is all they imagined it would be. Life is hard and it can sometimes feel like you are alone in your struggles. With the support of the right psychologist/therapist/counsellor, people can begin to heal, grow, and thrive.
(587) 844-2727 View (587) 844-2727
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Jenna Powell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW, TITC-CT
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2C
Waitlist for new clients
If you are experiencing an eating disorder, binge-eating, trauma, depression/anxiety, or stress/burnout, I can help. My practice is to create a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental space where we work together towards healing. I offer both in-person sessions in Calgary and offer virtual therapy for AB, BC and ON residents.
If you are experiencing an eating disorder, binge-eating, trauma, depression/anxiety, or stress/burnout, I can help. My practice is to create a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental space where we work together towards healing. I offer both in-person sessions in Calgary and offer virtual therapy for AB, BC and ON residents.
(825) 250-3493 View (825) 250-3493
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Charmaine Patterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RCSW
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2C
Availability Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Evening appointments available. I am passionate to work with young adults (16 to 24) and adults (18 to 75) who struggle with anxiety, panic attacks, chronic pain, relationships/friendships, life/work stress, grief/loss, gender identity, depression, a sense of emptiness, low self-esteem, trauma, regulating intense emotions/mood instability, phase of life struggles, avoidance, setting boundaries with self and/or others and personality issues.
Availability Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Evening appointments available. I am passionate to work with young adults (16 to 24) and adults (18 to 75) who struggle with anxiety, panic attacks, chronic pain, relationships/friendships, life/work stress, grief/loss, gender identity, depression, a sense of emptiness, low self-esteem, trauma, regulating intense emotions/mood instability, phase of life struggles, avoidance, setting boundaries with self and/or others and personality issues.
(587) 317-5545 View (587) 317-5545
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Alyssa Edmunds
Psychologist, MSc
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2C
For the past 14 years, I have worked and trained in a variety of settings, including children's mental health facilities, schools, hospitals, and private practice. I have enjoyed the rewarding challenges of treating children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, gender identity issues, personality disorders, substance abuse issues, anger management issues, low self-esteem, and social skills deficits.
For the past 14 years, I have worked and trained in a variety of settings, including children's mental health facilities, schools, hospitals, and private practice. I have enjoyed the rewarding challenges of treating children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, gender identity issues, personality disorders, substance abuse issues, anger management issues, low self-esteem, and social skills deficits.
(877) 431-2923 View (877) 431-2923
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Amanda Preston
Registered Social Worker, MPNL, RSW
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2C
I believe mental health is just as important as physical health and believe passionately that when people have someone to listen, they can uncover and understand themselves exponentially. I believe in coming alongside individuals in a compassionate and nonjudgmental way so they feel safe and comfortable sharing their experiences. I believe our past plays an important role in how we navigate situations in the present and work to uncover core beliefs and how they affect our behaviour. I support individuals and couples as well as provide parent support for those raising neurodiverse children, such as Autism, ADHD, PDA, Anxiety & FASD.
I believe mental health is just as important as physical health and believe passionately that when people have someone to listen, they can uncover and understand themselves exponentially. I believe in coming alongside individuals in a compassionate and nonjudgmental way so they feel safe and comfortable sharing their experiences. I believe our past plays an important role in how we navigate situations in the present and work to uncover core beliefs and how they affect our behaviour. I support individuals and couples as well as provide parent support for those raising neurodiverse children, such as Autism, ADHD, PDA, Anxiety & FASD.
(587) 603-5828 View (587) 603-5828
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Complete Psychological Services
Psychologist, RPsych, CPT, MSc
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2C
Complete Psychology offers specialized assessments and counselling treatments serving Calgary's southeast communities. Complete Psychology's therapists are experts in areas such as; Anxiety, Depression, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Executive Functioning, Gender Spectrum, Couples/Marriage, Stress, Learning Disabilities, Separation and Divorce, Motor Vehicle Impact Assessments and more. With expertise in Mental Health for individuals, couples, children/youth, and families. Visit our website for details about all areas of treatment offered and our team.
Complete Psychology offers specialized assessments and counselling treatments serving Calgary's southeast communities. Complete Psychology's therapists are experts in areas such as; Anxiety, Depression, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Executive Functioning, Gender Spectrum, Couples/Marriage, Stress, Learning Disabilities, Separation and Divorce, Motor Vehicle Impact Assessments and more. With expertise in Mental Health for individuals, couples, children/youth, and families. Visit our website for details about all areas of treatment offered and our team.
(587) 207-5960 View (587) 207-5960
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Trish Hardy
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BEd, MACP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2C
Trish has over 20 years working with children, teens and parents. Her practice includes a collaborative and holistic approach through first developing a strong relationship with her clients. She incorporates therapy styles and tools that best fit with an individual’s needs.
Trish has over 20 years working with children, teens and parents. Her practice includes a collaborative and holistic approach through first developing a strong relationship with her clients. She incorporates therapy styles and tools that best fit with an individual’s needs.
(587) 741-0650 View (587) 741-0650
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Kari Buenfeld
Psychologist, BA, CPT, MSP, RPsych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2C
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!
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!
(587) 407-3166 View (587) 407-3166
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Intrinsic Therapy
Psychologist, BSc, MACP, RPsych, RSW, PhD
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2C
Self-discovery and healing is a journey—and you don’t have to take it alone. Newfound freedom and fulfillment is within reach. With a focus on somatic, relational and trauma-informed support, Intrinsic Therapy is home to a versatile team of empathetic, open and invested practitioners. We welcome all to find safe belonging, make real shifts and transform from within. The magic of authenticity? When we know and accept ourselves, it extends to our communities to fuel collective healing – a revolution we’re all for.
Self-discovery and healing is a journey—and you don’t have to take it alone. Newfound freedom and fulfillment is within reach. With a focus on somatic, relational and trauma-informed support, Intrinsic Therapy is home to a versatile team of empathetic, open and invested practitioners. We welcome all to find safe belonging, make real shifts and transform from within. The magic of authenticity? When we know and accept ourselves, it extends to our communities to fuel collective healing – a revolution we’re all for.
(587) 850-2812 View (587) 850-2812
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Chantell McKay
Psychiatric Nurse, RPN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2C  (Online Only)
Chantell is a Registered Psychiatric Nurse since 2011, offering counselling from the perspective of holistic mental health and wellness. Chantell has experience working with trauma, addictions and complex mental health concerns with youth, adults and couples. Chantell has experience offering counselling to remote Indigenous communities.
Chantell is a Registered Psychiatric Nurse since 2011, offering counselling from the perspective of holistic mental health and wellness. Chantell has experience working with trauma, addictions and complex mental health concerns with youth, adults and couples. Chantell has experience offering counselling to remote Indigenous communities.
(587) 715-0480 View (587) 715-0480
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Hutton Psychological Services- Cheryl Hutton
Psychologist, R Psyc, MACP, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2C
Registered Psychologist working within a vast array of clinical areas. I enjoy meeting each individual client with where they are at and what will be the best treatment plan based on their own unique needs. visit www.huttonpsychologicalservices.ca to book today!
Registered Psychologist working within a vast array of clinical areas. I enjoy meeting each individual client with where they are at and what will be the best treatment plan based on their own unique needs. visit www.huttonpsychologicalservices.ca to book today!
(587) 801-4658 View (587) 801-4658
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Reem Khawar
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BA, MC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2C
Life can often resemble a complex puzzle, with both challenging and stable moments. At times, it may feel like we're tackling this puzzle all alone. That's where the power of therapy comes in – think of it as having a helpful teammate on your journey to feeling better. Even if it doesn't seem obvious, the key to finding balance and contentment is already within you. My role is to guide you in unlocking that inner potential by shedding light on your thoughts and emotions. This is the first step toward creating a more harmonious and fulfilling life.
Life can often resemble a complex puzzle, with both challenging and stable moments. At times, it may feel like we're tackling this puzzle all alone. That's where the power of therapy comes in – think of it as having a helpful teammate on your journey to feeling better. Even if it doesn't seem obvious, the key to finding balance and contentment is already within you. My role is to guide you in unlocking that inner potential by shedding light on your thoughts and emotions. This is the first step toward creating a more harmonious and fulfilling life.
(825) 435-1033 View (825) 435-1033
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Altruism Connection - Counselling & Sevices
Counsellor, MACP, BSW, RSW, CCC
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2C
Let me support you in a journey of connection and discovery. Time spent together is about you. A place to have a voice to explore options, solutions, intuition, connections, spirituality, and more. Allow me to hold a safe space for you, whether in person or online.
Let me support you in a journey of connection and discovery. Time spent together is about you. A place to have a voice to explore options, solutions, intuition, connections, spirituality, and more. Allow me to hold a safe space for you, whether in person or online.
(587) 740-9070 View (587) 740-9070
Photo of Melisha Franks, Psychologist in T2C, AB
Melisha Franks
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2C
Melisha has evening and Saturday availability for new and existing clients! Melisha sees individuals for self-empowerment, trauma, grief, loss, anxiety, and depression. As well as relationship issues-such as conflict, abandonment, and painful break-ups. I provide a warm and welcoming environment for individuals and couples to find hope to overcome their life difficulties that have brought them to counselling. Are you ready to fight for your relationship instead of fighting against each other? Are you wanting to become a better version of you? Call today and book your session with Melisha. Learn to love yourself and thrive in life!
Melisha has evening and Saturday availability for new and existing clients! Melisha sees individuals for self-empowerment, trauma, grief, loss, anxiety, and depression. As well as relationship issues-such as conflict, abandonment, and painful break-ups. I provide a warm and welcoming environment for individuals and couples to find hope to overcome their life difficulties that have brought them to counselling. Are you ready to fight for your relationship instead of fighting against each other? Are you wanting to become a better version of you? Call today and book your session with Melisha. Learn to love yourself and thrive in life!
(587) 570-4641 View (587) 570-4641
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Calgary Institute of Counselling
Psychologist, BA, MA , RPsych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2C
Are you wanting to feel happier in life? Are you wanting more satisfaction and connection in your relationship? Is your child struggling and you are worried about how to help them feel better? This is the place for you. The Calgary Institute of Counselling is an agency that is committed to ensuring exceptional care for all clients. Specialized training happens with all counsellors at the agency to ensure a high level of quality care.
Are you wanting to feel happier in life? Are you wanting more satisfaction and connection in your relationship? Is your child struggling and you are worried about how to help them feel better? This is the place for you. The Calgary Institute of Counselling is an agency that is committed to ensuring exceptional care for all clients. Specialized training happens with all counsellors at the agency to ensure a high level of quality care.
(587) 417-2776 View (587) 417-2776
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Shelley Petry
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2C
Now Accepting New Clients. Mental wellness encompasses the unique personal journey that involves taking many small steps towards feeling as though you matter, have worth, and feel at home in yourself and your relationships. Whatever struggle you are facing, I believe that counselling should offer a safe, compassionate and non-judgemental space for you to share and explore your concerns while supporting you towards your own path of wellness.
Now Accepting New Clients. Mental wellness encompasses the unique personal journey that involves taking many small steps towards feeling as though you matter, have worth, and feel at home in yourself and your relationships. Whatever struggle you are facing, I believe that counselling should offer a safe, compassionate and non-judgemental space for you to share and explore your concerns while supporting you towards your own path of wellness.
(587) 206-9501 View (587) 206-9501
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Glimmer Counselling Online
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2C  (Online Only)
I love working both with people who know what they want or of therapy, as well as those who know they are seeking something but aren't so sure what that night be. My practice has shown me that we can always trust the subconscious to lead the way.
I love working both with people who know what they want or of therapy, as well as those who know they are seeking something but aren't so sure what that night be. My practice has shown me that we can always trust the subconscious to lead the way.
(587) 871-5269 View (587) 871-5269

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How does strength-based therapy work?

During strength-based therapy sessions, the therapist will ask about an individual’s experiences of stress, pain, or trauma with the goal of orienting the client to view themselves as a survivor rather than a victim, and focusing on their strengths rather than on their weaknesses. In framing a client’s personal narrative along these lines, the therapist and client work together to identify existing skills that can be harnessed.

Is strength-based therapy evidence-based?

Strength-based therapy is an evidence-based treatment that has been studied extensively and shown to be effective across domains. The treatment has been found to be particularly effective in helping individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Strength-based therapy has been used by therapists to help clients for more than 60 years.

How long does strength-based therapy last?

There’s no precise timeline for strength-based therapy. The duration of treatment depends on the individual’s specific needs and goals and the severity of their concerns. Some individuals may find they achieve their therapeutic goals quickly, while others might benefit from ongoing support and guidance in order to continue progressing.

How effective is strength-based therapy?

Clinical research and decades of practice have shown strength-based therapy to be an effective treatment to improve mental health and well-being for many conditions. The treatment can engender a sense of connection and collaboration between the therapist and the individual, fostering a positive therapeutic relationship. For individuals with narcissistic tendencies, strength-based therapy may be less effective, as the focus on the individual’s strengths may undermine the work needed to honestly assess the challenges the individual faces.