Transgender Therapists in T5M
Kristy Harcourt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5M (Online Only)
I'm a good fit for people who are seeking affirmation and encouragement. Therapy can be a space to work on building the life you want, taking new steps: coming out, being authentic, shedding harmful ideas, changing relationships with family members, improving your relationships, building your community. Many of my clients have connections to LGBTQ and two-spirit communities and issues. You have the wisdom of your own experience. As a therapist I am a safe partner in gaining confidence, stating your needs and working towards your goals. I work with individuals and couples, adults and teens (and their parents).
I'm a good fit for people who are seeking affirmation and encouragement. Therapy can be a space to work on building the life you want, taking new steps: coming out, being authentic, shedding harmful ideas, changing relationships with family members, improving your relationships, building your community. Many of my clients have connections to LGBTQ and two-spirit communities and issues. You have the wisdom of your own experience. As a therapist I am a safe partner in gaining confidence, stating your needs and working towards your goals. I work with individuals and couples, adults and teens (and their parents).
Renata L Logan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSc, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5M
Working from a holistic frame, I believe that the source for all healing and lasting change is rooted in the mind-body-spirit triad, as well as the family-community connection. I support persons of all ages and histories in finding those resources that may guide them towards experiencing greater satisfaction in their daily living, sense of well-being, and in their key relationships. Using a variety of approaches, I tailor the therapeutic experience to best match each client's needs at any given point in therapy.
Working from a holistic frame, I believe that the source for all healing and lasting change is rooted in the mind-body-spirit triad, as well as the family-community connection. I support persons of all ages and histories in finding those resources that may guide them towards experiencing greater satisfaction in their daily living, sense of well-being, and in their key relationships. Using a variety of approaches, I tailor the therapeutic experience to best match each client's needs at any given point in therapy.
Eric Luther Krepstekies
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5M
I am a registered psychologist working in Edmonton. I work primarily with individual adults and couples, but I have experience with children, and families as well. I have over 6 years experience working with complex clients with complex problems and I have provided mentorship and supervision to student therapists. My main areas of focus are identity, depression, anxiety, trauma and sexual issues (sexual abuse & trauma, sexual identity & orientation, intimacy issues, and sexual disorders).
I am a registered psychologist working in Edmonton. I work primarily with individual adults and couples, but I have experience with children, and families as well. I have over 6 years experience working with complex clients with complex problems and I have provided mentorship and supervision to student therapists. My main areas of focus are identity, depression, anxiety, trauma and sexual issues (sexual abuse & trauma, sexual identity & orientation, intimacy issues, and sexual disorders).
Linda Bao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, SEP
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5M (Online Only)
My aim is to help clients live a life full of meaning, connection, purpose, and vitality. Working in the Edmonton community for over 15 years, I specialize in trauma, burnout, and grief, but provide services for a wide range of concerns. As a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) with training in Hakomi Therapy, I honour the mind-body connection and primarily use somatic/body-oriented approaches to healing. I believe that in order to achieve true lasting change, we must work with the body, as the body is where we store our unprocessed emotions, core wounds, and traumas. NOTE: Services provided in English only.
My aim is to help clients live a life full of meaning, connection, purpose, and vitality. Working in the Edmonton community for over 15 years, I specialize in trauma, burnout, and grief, but provide services for a wide range of concerns. As a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) with training in Hakomi Therapy, I honour the mind-body connection and primarily use somatic/body-oriented approaches to healing. I believe that in order to achieve true lasting change, we must work with the body, as the body is where we store our unprocessed emotions, core wounds, and traumas. NOTE: Services provided in English only.
Kyneeshaw Brightley
Pre-Licensed Professional, MC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5M
Hi! I am a Mental Health Therapist working at Charis Counselling in West Edmonton. Clients I have worked with in the past have been willing to have difficult conversations with themselves and challenge the way they see and project themselves. While doing this, it is important to acknowledge that any type of positive change is still a step in the direction of their goals! With this balanced perspective, we can work to find the thoughts and paired emotions that are affecting your behaviours, and negatively impacting your life.
Hi! I am a Mental Health Therapist working at Charis Counselling in West Edmonton. Clients I have worked with in the past have been willing to have difficult conversations with themselves and challenge the way they see and project themselves. While doing this, it is important to acknowledge that any type of positive change is still a step in the direction of their goals! With this balanced perspective, we can work to find the thoughts and paired emotions that are affecting your behaviours, and negatively impacting your life.
Kerri Severin
Psychologist, MC, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5M
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, self-esteem/confidence, sexual orientation, gender or body dysmorphia, PTSD, work or school/life balance, and/or addictions, counselling can help change unhelpful patterns and lead to better mental health and well-being. I work with clients to manage stress and achieve balance. I also work with clients to help with issues such as confidence, coping skills, and emotional regulation.
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, self-esteem/confidence, sexual orientation, gender or body dysmorphia, PTSD, work or school/life balance, and/or addictions, counselling can help change unhelpful patterns and lead to better mental health and well-being. I work with clients to manage stress and achieve balance. I also work with clients to help with issues such as confidence, coping skills, and emotional regulation.
Canniff and Associates
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5M
Canniff & Associates provides a wide range of services to men, women, children & adolescents, through individual, couples, family, and group counselling in areas such as depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, abuse, addictions, grief & loss, family systems, & school/educational settings. We also provide intervention & assessment services for schools, professional associations, & EFAP plans. we offer an array of assessment services, including Psycho-Educational, Learning Disability, Personality, & Parenting matters.
Canniff & Associates provides a wide range of services to men, women, children & adolescents, through individual, couples, family, and group counselling in areas such as depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, abuse, addictions, grief & loss, family systems, & school/educational settings. We also provide intervention & assessment services for schools, professional associations, & EFAP plans. we offer an array of assessment services, including Psycho-Educational, Learning Disability, Personality, & Parenting matters.
Jarret Brophy
Psychologist, BEd, MA
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5M
It is my belief that people have the strengths and abilities to navigate through life's challenges. The question is, "How do you use what you already have to meet life's challenges?" I work with individuals, groups, families, teams, and organizations collaboratively towards shared goals and outcomes that are rooted in evidence-based practices. Sessions are interactive, transparent, and optimistic. An eclectic approach rooted in Individual Psychology and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy offers the versatility for a culturally sensitive, non-judgmental, and an efficient working relationship.
It is my belief that people have the strengths and abilities to navigate through life's challenges. The question is, "How do you use what you already have to meet life's challenges?" I work with individuals, groups, families, teams, and organizations collaboratively towards shared goals and outcomes that are rooted in evidence-based practices. Sessions are interactive, transparent, and optimistic. An eclectic approach rooted in Individual Psychology and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy offers the versatility for a culturally sensitive, non-judgmental, and an efficient working relationship.
Janine Groeneveld
Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5M
In my work, I have been able to support my clients through depression, anxiety, emotional struggles, and post traumatic stress. I thoroughly enjoy working with adolescents and adults through all life stages and situations. I work primarily from a client centered perspective, meaning I believe that all people, regardless of their circumstances, have the ability within themselves to heal if given the proper tools and guidance. Attachment drives my clinical work, and I believe that healing happens in relationship both internally and within external relationships. I am also trained in the EMDR modality and DBT.
In my work, I have been able to support my clients through depression, anxiety, emotional struggles, and post traumatic stress. I thoroughly enjoy working with adolescents and adults through all life stages and situations. I work primarily from a client centered perspective, meaning I believe that all people, regardless of their circumstances, have the ability within themselves to heal if given the proper tools and guidance. Attachment drives my clinical work, and I believe that healing happens in relationship both internally and within external relationships. I am also trained in the EMDR modality and DBT.
Lyvia Hughes
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5M
I am a kink-conscious, trauma-informed therapist that works with couples, ENM, and Polyamorous individuals, as well as Sex therapy. I also take on a number of individual clients, that deal with a myriad of issues, including depression, anxiety, and trauma related concerns.
I am a kink-conscious, trauma-informed therapist that works with couples, ENM, and Polyamorous individuals, as well as Sex therapy. I also take on a number of individual clients, that deal with a myriad of issues, including depression, anxiety, and trauma related concerns.
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Transgender Counsellors
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognise a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognise a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.