Adults Therapists in T2M

As we go through life, we experience some detours and bumps on our paths. While we may be able to deal with many of them easily, others may be more challenging and might require additional support to address them. If you, your partner, or a family member(s) are struggling with relational issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, brain injury, illness adjustment, stress, life transition, domestic violence, immigration/acculturation, or intergenerational cultural challenges, FN Counselling Services is here to help you. Through non-judgmental and respectful conversations and new skills development, we will achieve your goal(s)

In life we are often faced with different challenges that we need to navigate through. Sometimes we need a safe place to breath, re-group, and give ourselves permission to look at where we have come, where we are now and where we want to head using the wisdom our past has taught us. Sometimes we find ourselves cycling around the same life problems and we know it is time to change how we are stepping into those relationships either with ourselves or others. Whether you are experiencing difficulty with transitions in life, grief, relationship challenges, mental health concerns, or addiction, I want to help you.

It can be tough to get through the week and still feel good about yourself. Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or burnt out? If you're losing sleep or dreading going to work, school, or back home, we're here to help. We know you want to feel better, in control, and able to move forward. Our therapists can help you release guilt, shame, and tension from your body. You can have a clear mind and heart. You can feel and live better, and create a life you look forward to. We specialize in helping adults and teens struggling with anxiety, depression, marital concerns, self-esteem, trauma and PTSD.

I have over 10 years of mental health experience and have successfully treated adults with a broad range of mental health difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, sleep problems, and interpersonal difficulties. In addition to general mental health expertise, I also specialize in health psychology. This means that I work with individuals to address the mental health concerns that often come with chronic disease (e.g., diabetes, cardiovascular complications, chronic pain).

Now accepting new clients. In light of current global circumstances, you may find you are thinking more about your mental health. Perhaps there is more anxiety, depression or stress in your life. Old trauma may be surfacing and you find yourself struggling to not feel overwhelmed. Perhaps your child or adolescent is now struggling more than before with anxiety, depression, or other behaviours that concern you. You may want to reconnect back to your old joyful self or see that in your child or children. You do not need to walk the road alone. I am here to walk alongside you or your child.

I work with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, interpersonal/relationship difficulties, adjustment issues, personality disorders, and struggles with meaning, self-actualization, and career. I focus on helping clients better understand how past experiences, avoided emotions, and interpersonal patterns may be contributing to and maintaining their distress and suffering. Through building awareness in the context of a non-judgmental and unconditionally accepting therapeutic relationship, clients are able to develop more flexible and adaptive ways of coping, learn new ways of relating to others in their lives, develop skills, and experience deeper connection, acceptance, and respect for themselves and their emotions.

Are you yearning for change? Feeling stuck in old pattern? Overwhelmed by life"s demands? Feeling disconnected from life, others or yourself? Are you tired of pretending, looking to live authentically? Life presents us with challenges and transitions that can stir up discomfort and strong emotions. I believe in a holistic approach that addresses mind, body and emotions. I understand that shifts in one area of our lives can impact our overall well-being, leading us towards or away from balance.

In our lives we sometimes experince unexpected, painful and challenging circumstances which can be difficult to navigate on your own. It can be helpful to explore your story with someone you trust and feel comfortable sharing your experinces and feelings with. In therapy I provide a safe, genuine, and compassionate environment to help you uncover and understand who you are and identify the changes you want to make in your life. I believe it's my role to be supportive and help you identify and work towards the future you desire and choose.

Art therapy is a form of therapy that combines the creative process of art making and the therapeutic alliance to build on self-expression and reflection of an individual’s lived experiences. Art therapy is beneficial for working on life obstacles & transitions, improving mental health, developing strategies in achieving goals, and enhancing insight & self-awareness.

Embarking on therapy can be an intimidating (and courageous!) step to take as you prioritize your well-being. I strive to understand your world and life’s path through the unique experiences, insights, values, strengths and perspectives that make you who you are. You deserve to be respected, supported, and honoured within the therapeutic process that we create together. I will strive to provide you with a non-judgemental, safe space where you can come as you are, unapologetically. Together, we will work on the issues that are most important to you, at a pace that you define.

Critical relationships from the past and present shape our thoughts about (a) ourselves, (b) others and (c) our expectations for relationships. Thoughts and expectations shaped by our experience, in turn, shape our perceptions and influence the choices we make and the things we do--often in limiting and self-defeating ways. When our need for safe, meaningful and satisfying connection is complicated by difficulty of some sort, we frequently develop troubling symptoms.

Having a foot in two different worlds can be challenging and as a South-Asian Canadian therapist, I am aware of how cultural differences can affect our mental health. I create a safe, non-judgmental space for children, teens, and adults to embark on this journey of healing by using tools from various therapies (i.e. cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based therapies, and trauma-informed approaches). This journey is about you, and our sessions will be tailored to fit your unique strengths and needs.

Feeling stuck? Down? Worried all the time? Not sure why you cannot let go of the past or stop worrying about the future? Unhappy in your relationship or fighting all the time despite loving one another deeply? These are all common struggles we face as human beings. It can feel overwhelming and sometimes impossible to change on our own. However, you are not alone. I have been in your shoes, experiencing the same struggles, and I also reached out for professional support to navigate my way out of what felt like a deep dark hole. It is possible to feel love and peace within yourself and your relationship again. Our stories can shift.

My name is Emma and I am a registered social worker in both Alberta and B.C.. My education involves both social work and counselling psychology degrees. I have spent the last 10 years focusing my support efforts for children, youth, and families living with concurrent diagnoses; including but not limited to those living with disabilities, emotional regulation concerns, neurodiversity, anxiety and depression, trauma, and behavioural concerns. I regularly use a play therapy approach directly with children, as well as provide parent and family support.

I am passionate about helping others increase their overall sense of well-being through a trusting, collaborative, relationship-based approach. I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a range of interpersonal, adaptive, developmental, behavioural, and/or social-emotional challenges and disorders. I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches to best meet the client's needs, and seek to help create meaningful change and increase a sense of peace and wellness.

In my practice, I help clients process their difficult emotions. When we feel depressed or anxious, we haven't processed our underlying emotions and therefore have difficulties understanding our needs. I help people tune into themselves at a deeper level to create better self-understanding, which then leads to long-standing change. People see me if they are experiencing difficulties with relationships, depression, anxiety, parenting, prenatal/postpartum anxiety or depression, emotions, confidence, stress management, or a general feeling that they can't cope. I am a registered Psychologist with more than 10 years of experience working with adults and children.

Have you ever felt hurt, betrayed and discarded by your loved ones? Are you fearful of emotional contact and often seek safety in isolation and numbing yourself? Do you feel overwhelmed by unbearable emotion and have become afraid to feel? I can help you feel more connected to yourself, your relationships, and your life. I work with both adults and adolescents with diverse mental health concerns. In my practice, some areas of focus include trauma, attachment trauma, eating disorders, addictions, grief and loss, depression, and anxiety.

Your relationship is great but you struggle in the bedroom. You (or your partner) have no desire anymore. When you do try it, it’s awkward and unfulfilling. Maybe you experience pain, or feel disconnected. You don’t know how to talk about it, and when you try it turns into a fight or disappointment. You are good friends (and parents) but you feel more like roommates than lovers. You can't remember the last time sex was easy and fun. Or maybe it's the other way around, sex is great, but you can't stop fighting. Or maybe it's both. I'd love to help. I love working with couples who feel they are stuck. Let's get you unstuck.

In my experience, most people are much more courageous and resilient than they give themselves credit for. As such, in both my assessment and therapy work, I focus on an individual’s strengths to help them develop skills and resources for tackling whatever they are struggling with. Do you need help managing your stress and worry about the current state of the world? Are you dealing with grief, loss, or unresolved trauma? Do you have symptoms such as depressed mood, fatigue, insomnia, pain, panic attacks or unhealthy behaviours such as avoidance, anger, or substance misuse? Do you have a loved one with dementia? I can help.