Depression Therapists in Airdrie, AB
I provide psychological assessments as well as counselling services for adults.
My clients range from those with relatively non-complicated daily issues to those suffering from significant trauma, depressed mood, or other concerns. I also have clients who would simply like to investigate their inner world and identify their strengths or areas for change. My philosophy is that although sometimes an impetus for change may come externally, it is always in an individual's control on how they may want to negotiate changing circumstances.
I provide psychological assessments as well as counselling services for adults.
My clients range from those with relatively non-complicated daily issues to those suffering from significant trauma, depressed mood, or other concerns. I also have clients who would simply like to investigate their inner world and identify their strengths or areas for change. My philosophy is that although sometimes an impetus for change may come externally, it is always in an individual's control on how they may want to negotiate changing circumstances.
Therapy can be very rewarding and help increase hope, understanding, and the ability to cope with challenges.
I am an experienced and passionate therapist located in Airdrie. I believe we all have the capacity and inner wisdom to cope with life’s challenges, but sometimes we might need guidance from a trained professional to tap into those internal resources. I specialize in supporting those who struggle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or have difficulty managing emotions, or adapting to life transitions. I have also worked extensively to help people cope with the effects of past experiences, trauma, and stress. I use various interventions in my practice but ultimately want to tailor my approach to what will work best for you.
Therapy can be very rewarding and help increase hope, understanding, and the ability to cope with challenges.
I am an experienced and passionate therapist located in Airdrie. I believe we all have the capacity and inner wisdom to cope with life’s challenges, but sometimes we might need guidance from a trained professional to tap into those internal resources. I specialize in supporting those who struggle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or have difficulty managing emotions, or adapting to life transitions. I have also worked extensively to help people cope with the effects of past experiences, trauma, and stress. I use various interventions in my practice but ultimately want to tailor my approach to what will work best for you.
Christina Vaillancourt Psychological Services
Psychologist, MC, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Airdrie, AB T4B
My approach focuses on the individual and/or family's unique strengths to foster resiliency, change, and growth.
Are you struggling with negative feelings such as anxiety and depression? Or perhaps one of your children is acting out and you need help with how to cope as a parent? I can help with providing assessment and counselling to help put your life back on track. I help adults, children, teens, and their families cope with various challenges, such as separation/divorce, grief/loss, trauma, parent-child conflict, parenting, anxiety, depression, and communication.
My approach focuses on the individual and/or family's unique strengths to foster resiliency, change, and growth.
Are you struggling with negative feelings such as anxiety and depression? Or perhaps one of your children is acting out and you need help with how to cope as a parent? I can help with providing assessment and counselling to help put your life back on track. I help adults, children, teens, and their families cope with various challenges, such as separation/divorce, grief/loss, trauma, parent-child conflict, parenting, anxiety, depression, and communication.
I am an approved provider for Veterans Affairs, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Canadian Armed Forces, and Calgary Police Service.
I provide psychological services to first responders, police officers, health care providers, members of law enforcement and the general public. I am a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists. I specialize in working with trauma and PTSD, and also work with a wide range of presenting concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, and coping with life transitions. I provide psychological treatment and assessment services to individuals and couples in a non-judgmental space geared towards growth and change.
I am an approved provider for Veterans Affairs, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Canadian Armed Forces, and Calgary Police Service.
I provide psychological services to first responders, police officers, health care providers, members of law enforcement and the general public. I am a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists. I specialize in working with trauma and PTSD, and also work with a wide range of presenting concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, and coping with life transitions. I provide psychological treatment and assessment services to individuals and couples in a non-judgmental space geared towards growth and change.
I have a passion for working with clients who are struggling with ADHD/ADD through education, coaching and providing organizational tools.
Throughout my years as a social worker and now as a therapist I have come to realize that everyone’s normal looks different and there is no one size fits all. Appreciating a person’s uniqueness, beliefs and aligning with their values is paramount to helping meet someone where they are at. As a therapist I feel that building a relationship with you is the most important aspect of helping you move forward in your journey. Perhaps you are struggling with a problem/issue that is getting in the way of living your best life?
I have a passion for working with clients who are struggling with ADHD/ADD through education, coaching and providing organizational tools.
Throughout my years as a social worker and now as a therapist I have come to realize that everyone’s normal looks different and there is no one size fits all. Appreciating a person’s uniqueness, beliefs and aligning with their values is paramount to helping meet someone where they are at. As a therapist I feel that building a relationship with you is the most important aspect of helping you move forward in your journey. Perhaps you are struggling with a problem/issue that is getting in the way of living your best life?
My style is calm, compassionate and down to earth.
Hello! I am a R. Psych and am passionate about helping individuals and couples make positive life changes. I help people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and substance use concerns or who are having difficulty with dealing with daily life. I enjoy working with young people, adults & couples as they tackle life transitions. Whether you are seeking to foster a better relationship with yourself, your partner, or other people in your life, counselling may be able to help!. Together, we will work to develop customized, attainable goals that meet your needs and create meaningful change.
My style is calm, compassionate and down to earth.
Hello! I am a R. Psych and am passionate about helping individuals and couples make positive life changes. I help people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and substance use concerns or who are having difficulty with dealing with daily life. I enjoy working with young people, adults & couples as they tackle life transitions. Whether you are seeking to foster a better relationship with yourself, your partner, or other people in your life, counselling may be able to help!. Together, we will work to develop customized, attainable goals that meet your needs and create meaningful change.
I am offering counselling to teens and adults and look forward to connecting with anyone curious about working with me.
Many of us have periods in life when we need support to cope with life and/or to process what has happened to us in the past. I believe that reaching out for support is a strength; it is something I have done myself and find value in. I provide a safe and caring environment to work with clients in creating goals, building coping skills and self compassion, clarifying values, identifying current and building new external and internal resources. My approach is patient and calm and I believe building rapport to be an essential building block to our work together.
I am offering counselling to teens and adults and look forward to connecting with anyone curious about working with me.
Many of us have periods in life when we need support to cope with life and/or to process what has happened to us in the past. I believe that reaching out for support is a strength; it is something I have done myself and find value in. I provide a safe and caring environment to work with clients in creating goals, building coping skills and self compassion, clarifying values, identifying current and building new external and internal resources. My approach is patient and calm and I believe building rapport to be an essential building block to our work together.
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, or in your relationships know that you deserve more than just relief, you deserve true lasting change that you know how to sustain, maintain and grow.
If you're having trouble getting ahead of your thoughts, emotions, or behaviours know that relief is possible, and success can be made inevitable. Thriving is about HAPPINESS and PEACE, and not just about relieving DEPRESSION, ANXIETY or RELATIONSHIP STRUGGLES. True change is maintainable and sustainable. It is not that you can't handle what life presents, it is that you need to learn how to not only create relief, effectively and efficiently, but learn how to create, sustain, and maintain happiness and peace. The goal is not less depression, anxiety, or less struggle in a relationship. The goal is to THRIVE.
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, or in your relationships know that you deserve more than just relief, you deserve true lasting change that you know how to sustain, maintain and grow.
If you're having trouble getting ahead of your thoughts, emotions, or behaviours know that relief is possible, and success can be made inevitable. Thriving is about HAPPINESS and PEACE, and not just about relieving DEPRESSION, ANXIETY or RELATIONSHIP STRUGGLES. True change is maintainable and sustainable. It is not that you can't handle what life presents, it is that you need to learn how to not only create relief, effectively and efficiently, but learn how to create, sustain, and maintain happiness and peace. The goal is not less depression, anxiety, or less struggle in a relationship. The goal is to THRIVE.
Feel free to contact me for a free 15 minute consultation if you would like to learn more! Evening and weekend appointments are available.
Have you ever felt stress in your life that outweighed your internal resources to cope? I think we all have at some point in our lives, and it can be overwhelming! For this reason, it is often helpful to seek support, learn new coping strategies, and talk about whatever is bothering us in a safe and judgment-free environment.
Feel free to contact me for a free 15 minute consultation if you would like to learn more! Evening and weekend appointments are available.
Have you ever felt stress in your life that outweighed your internal resources to cope? I think we all have at some point in our lives, and it can be overwhelming! For this reason, it is often helpful to seek support, learn new coping strategies, and talk about whatever is bothering us in a safe and judgment-free environment.
Dr. Joan M C Hillson Psychological Services, Inc.
Psychologist, RPsych, MSc, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Airdrie, AB T4B
Together, we form a team - HEAL Psychology - where we are commited to your care and delivering expert services in a peaceful clinic environment intentionally designed for your comfort, peace and healing.
Are you looking for help with trauma/PTSD, anger, insomnia, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, or moral injury in a peaceful adults only clinic? For over 20 years, I have developed expertise in the assessment & treatment of Police & Military clients and have served sworn members & civilians of the RCMP, Calgary Police Service and other law enforcement agencies as well as firefighters, EMS, Corrections, and Veterans through Veterans Affairs. I do not work directly for any of the agencies above, but rather am a recognized specialist in this field and am very honoured that most of my referrals come through word of mouth.
Together, we form a team - HEAL Psychology - where we are commited to your care and delivering expert services in a peaceful clinic environment intentionally designed for your comfort, peace and healing.
Are you looking for help with trauma/PTSD, anger, insomnia, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, or moral injury in a peaceful adults only clinic? For over 20 years, I have developed expertise in the assessment & treatment of Police & Military clients and have served sworn members & civilians of the RCMP, Calgary Police Service and other law enforcement agencies as well as firefighters, EMS, Corrections, and Veterans through Veterans Affairs. I do not work directly for any of the agencies above, but rather am a recognized specialist in this field and am very honoured that most of my referrals come through word of mouth.
Trinity offers hypnotherapy for chronic pain, illness and limiting beliefs.
Open Heart Therapy offers a relaxed, nature based setting located on an acreage five minutes from Calgary. As a Registered Psychologist, and Equestrian, Trinity specializes in trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, stress, and existential concerns. Therapy is facilitated either indoors or outdoors; with the assistance of animals and a unique approach involving horses. Please visit our website to find additional details about our services and approaches.
Trinity offers hypnotherapy for chronic pain, illness and limiting beliefs.
Open Heart Therapy offers a relaxed, nature based setting located on an acreage five minutes from Calgary. As a Registered Psychologist, and Equestrian, Trinity specializes in trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, stress, and existential concerns. Therapy is facilitated either indoors or outdoors; with the assistance of animals and a unique approach involving horses. Please visit our website to find additional details about our services and approaches.
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I have been told that I'm a warm, understanding, easy to connect with, and that I provide helpful and relevant action steps and goals.
Welcome! Are you looking for a kind, supportive therapist who can work with you in the community to help you achieve your goals? Are you feeling overwhelmed or stuck and tired of hearing strategies but not knowing where to start or how to implement them into your daily life? My priority is to help you develop and implement tangible action steps to help create the change you want to see in your life. We can work on your goals together in any setting - virtual, in a coffee shop, at a park, at your workplace, or any environment where you want to practice learned skills in a way that's relevant for you.
I have been told that I'm a warm, understanding, easy to connect with, and that I provide helpful and relevant action steps and goals.
Welcome! Are you looking for a kind, supportive therapist who can work with you in the community to help you achieve your goals? Are you feeling overwhelmed or stuck and tired of hearing strategies but not knowing where to start or how to implement them into your daily life? My priority is to help you develop and implement tangible action steps to help create the change you want to see in your life. We can work on your goals together in any setting - virtual, in a coffee shop, at a park, at your workplace, or any environment where you want to practice learned skills in a way that's relevant for you.
Joanne Gobeil Psychological Services Inc
Psychologist, BA(Hon), MC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Airdrie, AB T4B
I would love to assist you in your journey!.
Joanne is a Registered Psychologist in Alberta and per the registration boards through virtual sessions in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Quebec. Joanne is also a Canadian Certified Counsellor in BC, SK, MB, NWT, YT, NU, and NFLD. Joanne has certificates in CBT-M, CPT, exposure therapy, Gottman couples therapy, EMDR, DBT, play therapy, and autism. Joanne has completed her doctoral level courses in grief counselling and is doing her thesis. Joanne has over 20 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and couples. Joanne covers a wide range of issues including Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, AD/HD, PTSD, ASD, OCD, etc.
I would love to assist you in your journey!.
Joanne is a Registered Psychologist in Alberta and per the registration boards through virtual sessions in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Quebec. Joanne is also a Canadian Certified Counsellor in BC, SK, MB, NWT, YT, NU, and NFLD. Joanne has certificates in CBT-M, CPT, exposure therapy, Gottman couples therapy, EMDR, DBT, play therapy, and autism. Joanne has completed her doctoral level courses in grief counselling and is doing her thesis. Joanne has over 20 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and couples. Joanne covers a wide range of issues including Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, AD/HD, PTSD, ASD, OCD, etc.
Kaitlyn Barnett Psychological Services
Psychologist, MACP, R, Psyc
Verified Verified
Airdrie, AB T4B
I tailor each session to meet the specific needs of the client(s).
I am a Registered Psychologist who is passionate about guiding clients through the therapeutic proces. I offer sessions with a welcoming and judgement free environment that helps to facilitate the relationship between client and counsellor; an element known to be essential for effective outcomes. I aid the client in the achievement of their desired growth and change, and work with a wide range of behavioral and emotional issues including anxiety, depression, post-partum depression/anxiety, OCD, addictions, anger management, fear and phobias, PTSD, family conflict, divorce/separation, abuse, trauma, stress, self-harm, suicide, self-esteem, grief, and many more...
I tailor each session to meet the specific needs of the client(s).
I am a Registered Psychologist who is passionate about guiding clients through the therapeutic proces. I offer sessions with a welcoming and judgement free environment that helps to facilitate the relationship between client and counsellor; an element known to be essential for effective outcomes. I aid the client in the achievement of their desired growth and change, and work with a wide range of behavioral and emotional issues including anxiety, depression, post-partum depression/anxiety, OCD, addictions, anger management, fear and phobias, PTSD, family conflict, divorce/separation, abuse, trauma, stress, self-harm, suicide, self-esteem, grief, and many more...
With a focus on 'talk therapy,' I often use additional techniques such as EMDR and hypnosis, and draw on strategies from cognitive-behavioural therapy, and other approaches.
These are unprecedented times, rife with unprecedented challenges. The uncertainty of the situation, the lack of a map for understanding the present and envisioning the future, is a source of chronic stress for almost everyone one, and takes a particularly heavy toll on some. Its impacts are being felt at every level, experienced in ways that continue to evolve and that may be overwhelming. We are all new to this situation, but we are not new to grappling with unforeseen problems or having to pick our way though the unknown. Helping people to do that, even in ordinary times, is what my work is all about.
With a focus on 'talk therapy,' I often use additional techniques such as EMDR and hypnosis, and draw on strategies from cognitive-behavioural therapy, and other approaches.
These are unprecedented times, rife with unprecedented challenges. The uncertainty of the situation, the lack of a map for understanding the present and envisioning the future, is a source of chronic stress for almost everyone one, and takes a particularly heavy toll on some. Its impacts are being felt at every level, experienced in ways that continue to evolve and that may be overwhelming. We are all new to this situation, but we are not new to grappling with unforeseen problems or having to pick our way though the unknown. Helping people to do that, even in ordinary times, is what my work is all about.
I provide counselling and coaching to my clients from a genuine place of caring and commitment to my clients' goals and concerns.
I am committed to helping clients achieve a greater sense of well-being, fulfillment and success through working collaboratively to develop better personal awareness, overcome limitations and implement effective practical strategies so that clients can live more inspired and purposeful lives. My passions include: counselling and coaching people through career, business, sport, and life transitions; effectively managing anxiety and depression; relationship, family, and workplace challenges; and developing communication and leadership skills.
I provide counselling and coaching to my clients from a genuine place of caring and commitment to my clients' goals and concerns.
I am committed to helping clients achieve a greater sense of well-being, fulfillment and success through working collaboratively to develop better personal awareness, overcome limitations and implement effective practical strategies so that clients can live more inspired and purposeful lives. My passions include: counselling and coaching people through career, business, sport, and life transitions; effectively managing anxiety and depression; relationship, family, and workplace challenges; and developing communication and leadership skills.
Reaching out for therapy is a difficult process, one that you have likely thought long and hard about.
Welcome! I am a Clinical Psychologist specializing in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. I have 20+ years of experience within both the public and private practice settings, with extensive experience treating depression and anxiety disorders. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a very collaborative process, with a focus on understanding your difficulties and finding strategies to make the changes you want. As a CBT specialist, I value the vast research that supports the effectiveness of CBT, in combination with the 20+ years experience I have providing individual and group CBT, as well as training future Psychologists.
Reaching out for therapy is a difficult process, one that you have likely thought long and hard about.
Welcome! I am a Clinical Psychologist specializing in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. I have 20+ years of experience within both the public and private practice settings, with extensive experience treating depression and anxiety disorders. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a very collaborative process, with a focus on understanding your difficulties and finding strategies to make the changes you want. As a CBT specialist, I value the vast research that supports the effectiveness of CBT, in combination with the 20+ years experience I have providing individual and group CBT, as well as training future Psychologists.
Jeff G Sturgeon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW, RSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Airdrie, AB T4B
Waitlist for new clients
I have had the pleasure of working with children, teens and adults from numerous backgrounds.
In my practice a core value and focus is to help you achieve a balance in overall health and wellbeing. I truly believe that with support, personal exploration and reflection that we all have the ability to build resiliency and bounce back from adversity. In my work with individuals and families I draw from both my professional and personal experience to engage with individuals on meaningful, collaborative, and supportive levels. My goal is to support you in overcoming life's adversity by setting goals, working towards improving your overall wellness, and to decrease stress in your life.
I have had the pleasure of working with children, teens and adults from numerous backgrounds.
In my practice a core value and focus is to help you achieve a balance in overall health and wellbeing. I truly believe that with support, personal exploration and reflection that we all have the ability to build resiliency and bounce back from adversity. In my work with individuals and families I draw from both my professional and personal experience to engage with individuals on meaningful, collaborative, and supportive levels. My goal is to support you in overcoming life's adversity by setting goals, working towards improving your overall wellness, and to decrease stress in your life.
I thoroughly enjoy my work as a Psychologist and have many years of therapy and helping experience.
For most people, starting therapy takes a lot of courage and strength. To make it easier, I try my best to provide compassion and acceptance in a safe, non-judgemental environment. My goal is to help people live better, more full lives; even if they are coping with anxiety or depression, addictions, relationship problems or major life challenges like bereavement, divorce, job loss or any other difficulties that life may present. I work from a trauma informed perspective. I am also a neurodivergent therapist who endeavours to provide an inclusive therapy practice which welcomes autistic and ADHD people and other neurodiversity.
I thoroughly enjoy my work as a Psychologist and have many years of therapy and helping experience.
For most people, starting therapy takes a lot of courage and strength. To make it easier, I try my best to provide compassion and acceptance in a safe, non-judgemental environment. My goal is to help people live better, more full lives; even if they are coping with anxiety or depression, addictions, relationship problems or major life challenges like bereavement, divorce, job loss or any other difficulties that life may present. I work from a trauma informed perspective. I am also a neurodivergent therapist who endeavours to provide an inclusive therapy practice which welcomes autistic and ADHD people and other neurodiversity.
I work with Clients using an attachment centred approach, EMDR therapy and other therapeutic methods to help people resolve and accept the struggles they are facing.
Are you feeling worried, sad or overwhelmed with parenting? Have you experienced a recent trauma or childhood trauma that you want support with? Are you concerned about your mood, and not feeling like yourself lately? Do you fear childbirth, or have had a difficult childbirth that you want help with? I specialize in trauma, women's mental health, reproductive mental health and prenatal/postpartum concerns.
I work with Clients using an attachment centred approach, EMDR therapy and other therapeutic methods to help people resolve and accept the struggles they are facing.
Are you feeling worried, sad or overwhelmed with parenting? Have you experienced a recent trauma or childhood trauma that you want support with? Are you concerned about your mood, and not feeling like yourself lately? Do you fear childbirth, or have had a difficult childbirth that you want help with? I specialize in trauma, women's mental health, reproductive mental health and prenatal/postpartum concerns.
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What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.