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Nicole Rambadhan (Psychotherapy For You)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Red Deer, AB T4P  (Online Only)
Welcome! I am glad you are here. My name is Nicole Rambadhan-Registered Social Worker (RSW) with over 8 years of clinical experience and training in child protection, mental health, and health care. I am dual licensed to practice in Alberta and Nunavut. I am a member of the Alberta College of Social Worker (ACSW) and the Association of Social Workers in Northern Canada (ASWNC). Driven by an unwavering commitment to make a positive impact on people's lives I have pursued a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Dalhousie University. During my academic journey, I developed a deep understanding of human behaviour and evidence-based therapies
Welcome! I am glad you are here. My name is Nicole Rambadhan-Registered Social Worker (RSW) with over 8 years of clinical experience and training in child protection, mental health, and health care. I am dual licensed to practice in Alberta and Nunavut. I am a member of the Alberta College of Social Worker (ACSW) and the Association of Social Workers in Northern Canada (ASWNC). Driven by an unwavering commitment to make a positive impact on people's lives I have pursued a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Dalhousie University. During my academic journey, I developed a deep understanding of human behaviour and evidence-based therapies
(587) 816-6422 View (587) 816-6422

Online Therapists

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Komal Kumar
Psychologist, BSC, BEd, MC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5G
Hello! I am passionate and dedicated to navigating life's challenges together, I specialize in anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, relationship issues, newcomer transitions to Canada, blended family dynamics, and the unique experiences of bi/multicultural individuals. With a foundation in CBT, ACT, EMDR, and SFBT, we create a custom treatment plan. My background as a former grade 6-12 teacher and experience in post-secondary settings for 9 years enhances my capacity to create and deliver impactful psychoeducational workshops and programs, providing you with comprehensive support and guidance on your journey to well-being.
Hello! I am passionate and dedicated to navigating life's challenges together, I specialize in anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, relationship issues, newcomer transitions to Canada, blended family dynamics, and the unique experiences of bi/multicultural individuals. With a foundation in CBT, ACT, EMDR, and SFBT, we create a custom treatment plan. My background as a former grade 6-12 teacher and experience in post-secondary settings for 9 years enhances my capacity to create and deliver impactful psychoeducational workshops and programs, providing you with comprehensive support and guidance on your journey to well-being.
(587) 600-7965 View (587) 600-7965
Photo of REACH Psychological Services Inc, Psychologist in Red Deer, AB
REACH Psychological Services Inc
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5L
You are not alone. At REACH we build real connections with real people walking through our door. Humor, genuine compassion and empathy are necessary for healing-especially the humor part-and combined together, they create a healing force! We know that sometimes, life is just hard. It can come out of nowhere, but know that counselling helps during the tough times. It helps us endure when we don’t think we can, helps us recover from what we’ve survived, teaches us how to gain insight about who we are and find our way back to "our normal" when we feel lost and alone. We are here for you.
You are not alone. At REACH we build real connections with real people walking through our door. Humor, genuine compassion and empathy are necessary for healing-especially the humor part-and combined together, they create a healing force! We know that sometimes, life is just hard. It can come out of nowhere, but know that counselling helps during the tough times. It helps us endure when we don’t think we can, helps us recover from what we’ve survived, teaches us how to gain insight about who we are and find our way back to "our normal" when we feel lost and alone. We are here for you.
(587) 400-2328 View (587) 400-2328

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Marriage Counselling

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.