Transgender Therapists in T5N

I believe clients have the inherent ability to create change. It takes courage to step forth and request support which leads to strength and a desire to create new ways of being. Through a meaningful and collaborative therapeutic relationship, I provide a safe and inclusive space for clients to grow and reach their desired potential and authentic self. I provide support to individuals/families that are experiencing challenges within their lives (i.e., gender diverse clients, dysphoria, sexual orientation, anxiety, depression, internalized homophobia/transphobia, coming to terms/coming out, trauma, self-harming, suicidal ideation).

Maybe you never feel enough, and what "enough" even looks like may feel uncertain. You might be exhausted from feeling the guilt and shame you don't know how to talk about. Perhaps you think your overwhelming past experiences will never leave you. I work with folks who long to accept and connect with themselves & others but feel stuck and in a loop of self-criticism. As a Korean-Canadian Psychologist with many intersecting identities, I also understand and work with many personal and systemic challenges faced by BIPOC & LGBTQ+ communities. I offer care, skills, and insights to support your growth and discovery of new possibilities.

Lunch hour, afternoon/ evening & Saturday availability. Easy online booking. Counseling can be a slice of time for us to bring attention to what you’re feeling and, given what you’ve already experienced, notice what you're now ready to experience from here. My practice is rooted in nurturing secure connection with self and others. I work collaboratively supporting feelings of security, purpose & fulfillment, alongside a titrated release of anxiety/ fear. I am perpetually intrigued at how things can shift naturally and feel surprisingly easier as the wisdom in our body/ nervous system is effectively included in healing conversation.

I have expertise working with children, adolescents, couples and families. This includes work with high risk youth, work with children who have been abused or neglected, and work with families in crisis. I have extensive Court experience, and have been appointed as a expert in the areas of counseling and clinical psychology. I have been appointed as a Parenting Expert in clinical interventions and custody evaluations. I have supported couples in developing skills to strengthen their relationships. I have experience assisting children, adolescents, and adults in dealing with anxiety, depression, Post traumatic stress disorder, Bipolar disorder, and other psychiatric diagnoses.

Are you a little different? Queer or Trans? ADHDer? Autistic spouse? Survivor of Religious Trauma? Maybe you have a specific set of unique personalities in your family. Maybe you have a bunch of labels but what you really want to talk about is being lonely. Maybe you've never found someone who really acknowledged that thinking your way through your problems doesn't work. Your problems don't fit in a neat little category, and you don't have a nice little summary of who you are, where you came from, and what is ailing you. Guess what? That's exactly how therapy starts: with the best pieces of you all tangled up with fear and shame.

As an Intern Mental Health Therapist and certified Grief Recovery Specialist, I strive to create a non-judgemental, validating space for individuals to explore their thoughts and emotions. I use an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from therapeutic models that foster strength, acceptance, and change such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and EMDR. I have worked with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, emotion dysregulation, Autism, and trauma. The majority of my experience is with adolescents and young adults, but I welcome individuals of all ages and backgrounds.

Cornerstone Counselling is a not-for-profit agency committed to providing professional, affordable, and accessible counselling and mental health services for all Albertans. We offer subsidies and a sliding scale for rates, based upon financial need, to ensure that our counselling services are affordable. We provide secular and faith-based counselling in-person, virtually, and by phone.

I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist with a Masters of Counselling degree. I am keenly aware of how our individual experiences, environments and circumstances interrelate with one another and the impact this can have on us. Through a meaningful and collaborative therapeutic relationship, I provide a safe, genuine and warm environment for individuals to create change in their lives. I value diversity and have experience working with people of all backgrounds. I have a special interest in working with individuals in the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing community, and can provide services in ASL.

My approach to somatic therapy is grounded in deep reverence, unending curiosity, love and gratitude for the inner-healer that resides within each of us, and the role the body plays in connecting us to our innate wisdom and true potential. With that said, I understand that our life experiences do not always provide us with the foundation we need in order to truly embody and access this wisdom. A lack of foundational trust and safety within can cause us to disconnect from ourselves, others, and the world around us—be it through maladaptive behaviours, coping mechanisms, or staying up in our mind.

Whatever your are hoping to work on - we are here to help. Our team is just as unique as you are. Each therapist at Summit works in their own unique way, each specializing in different areas. Our aim is to provide the most effective individualized service for each client we see. We all have skills and resources to work through life's challenges, our goal is to help you find those within yourself. Together we will develop a plan to strategically address your areas of concern and create lasting positive change. Our role is to provide a safe, nonjudgemental space where you can explore ways to create positive life change.

Do you lie awake at night worrying about your kids? Your marriage? Your future? Do you feel trapped, alone or helpless? Struggling with changes or loss? I am here to help! I support individuals, families and couples to find resolution and healing. When we feel disconnected or experience trauma we may cope by numbing, withdrawing, people-pleasing or acting aggressively. I draw on your wisdom and expertise to guide our work. My training and specialization in various therapy techniques allows me to tailor my approach to best meet your needs. I welcome and value diversity in all cultures, ethnicities, identities, ages, abilities.

I aim to create a safe and supportive space where we can work together to navigate difficult experiences, tap into your inner wisdom, and develop personalized strategies for growth. We'll explore your thoughts, feelings, and body sensations towards building more resilience and joy. I have specific training and a passion for helping with grief, trauma, life changes, anxiety, identity, psychedelic integration, high sensitivity, working with kids, and more. Whether you're dealing with loss, transitioning through life stages, or seeking deeper understanding, I'm here to support you on your journey towards a more fulfilling life.

My work with people is rooted in the belief that we all have the strength and wisdom within ourselves to make the changes we wish to see. Within the context of a safe and meaningful therapeutic relationship, new ways of being can emerge. Living more fully aligned with our values and increasing our awareness of unhelpful patterns can allow us to live a more meaningful, vibrant, and joyful life. By working collaboratively with you at your own pace, I can support you in expanding your self-awareness and changing the maladaptive beliefs or behaviours that are getting in the way of living the full and rich life that you imagine.

I offer individual therapy for adults, children, and adolescents, addressing stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationships, grief, burnout, boundaries, self-esteem, and other life challenges. Through evidence-based practices, I create a supportive space for collaborative exploration. My goal is to help clients develop coping strategies, enhance self-awareness, and build resilience. I also provide assessment services for deeper insights into mental health concerns, guiding personalized strategies for growth.

As a Registered Psychologist, I am committed to helping others live a life they deeply value, in spite of what suffering inevitably arises. I offer a respectful, confidential space where you will be supported in honest, non-judgmental self-exploration. Together, we can work on approaching your difficult thoughts, feelings, and experiences in new ways: with compassion, understanding, and the courage to be vulnerable. My goal is to help you build behavioural flexibility, so that you are increasingly able to act in ways that align with your values, rather than rigidly re-cycling old patterns of behaviour.

Imagine a space where you are fully listened to, a place where you can talk about the things you need to and not be judged for it. Each person struggles sometimes, that is normal. With therapy, those struggles may become smaller and easier. I listen carefully to spot and highlight the places that you are doing well. We work through where you want to go and the best way to get there. You then take these skills that you've learned so that you can solve future struggles that you may encounter.

My name is Naomi Isaac (she/her), and I am a queer therapist who specializes in working with individuals who may be struggling to integrate queer and spiritual identities. Queer people from religious faith backgrounds (and their families) are often marginalized by both the queer community and their faith community, and may feel alone in the struggle they may have to understand their queerness in the context of their faith or religious upbringing. Having a therapist who is familiar with both worlds, who will respect all aspects of their identity, is crucial in working through these unique challenges in counselling.

At times anxiety, depression and/or trauma may impede an individual's natural ability to cope. I believe when a safe and supportive environment is created, individuals may openly explore their struggles and find healthier ways of coping. I have many years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families regarding development, disabilities, neurodevelopmental disorders, and brain injury/stroke. For the past 10 years, I have specialized in supporting sexual and gender diverse children, youth, and families.

I am a Registered Psychologist with extensive training in psychotherapy. I work with people who have a broad range of concerns, but my specialization is in working with depression, anxiety/worries, and relationship issues. I use an approach that is grounded in compassion, patience, and care for my clients - because a positive, trusting relationship with your therapist is shown to be the most important factor in predicting a successful outcome to therapy. Everyone gets lost, or stuck sometimes. My job is to work with you to find another story, a different way to keep growing and learning.