Couples Counselling Therapists in Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB

You are the expert of your life, and your story and experiences are unique. Your healing journey is also unique, and your personal counselling needs and goals will be addressed through a therapeutic approach that is designed to suit you. You will be given the opportunity to share your perspective and ideas about what effective counselling looks like for you in my client-led, culturally responsive approach to therapy. A trusting therapeutic relationship is the key to successful therapy. Whether my clients are adults, couples, parents, families, teenagers, or children, all voices are respected and heard.

Seeking therapy takes courage, and I understand that it (and life) can feel overwhelming. My approach focuses on creating a non-judgmental and safe space for you to explore your story and life experiences with curiosity and compassion. My goal is to help you trust and connect with Self, align with the values that guide your choices, take on new challenges, and become self-led in your interactions with the world. We will learn effective coping skills, identify patterns, systems think, and build on your strengths. Change IS hard, AND (I believe) you have the power and innate wisdom to grow, change, and create the life you long for.

Are you looking to create lasting change to live the life you want? I value the wants and needs of my clients. I have strategies and skills for working with many different issues.

Feeling overwhelmed lately? I want to hear about the hard stuff life’s been throwing your way. I get it—sometimes, it’s a lot. Eventually, the hard stuff can start to affect the way we think, feel, and act. Sometimes we start to feel disconnected from our true selves, and our relationships. I create a safe space for you to explore and process what is going on for you. With support, you can realize that you are not alone, and change is possible. I meet you where you’re at, and we move forward from there.

Life can be challenging and although we may be able to cope with the majority of difficulties that come our way sometimes an issue arises that feels too difficult to manage on our own. This may be a problem within ourselves, our relationships or a situation which is seemingly beyond our control. Let me support you in tapping into your natural strengths and resiliency to overcome the problem that is facing you today. We can work together to find the solution that will work the best for you.

My name is Toyin Okikiolu. I am a licensed Social Worker with a master’s degree in social work and am authorized to perform psychosocial intervention. My background in Social Work within the community and hospital settings has given me a unique perspective on individuals' resiliency, courage, and strength in adversity. I know that life can sometimes be challenging, lonely, and stressful and that you need someone who truly listens and understands during these moments. As a counselor, I provide an empathetic ear and collaborative support when you need it most.

In life, we can find ourselves challenged in ways we did not expect or anticipate. Life can become difficult and overwhelming to manage at times. In such moments, it can be helpful to seek support from someone who might help unearth possibilities and support you in finding healthier and adaptive ways to manage and cope. It is my belief that developing a strong, trusting, and collaborative therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone to therapeutic success. Through mutual respect, genuine empathy, and trust, individuals can be seen and heard, and encouraged to create the changes they want in their lives.

My approach to therapy is practical, creative, humorous, and interactive. Engaging in therapy is a vulnerable and courageous step, and I aim to foster a comfortable, collaborative process. When the tools and skills that were previously helpful are no longer working, I support clients to cultivate new coping skills, and identify potential areas for change and/or acceptance. I am a seasoned therapist who is able to draw from a variety of modalities depending on what comes up for the client.

I am passionate about connecting and engaging with both individuals and couples. I have extensive experience working with first responders and their loved ones, drawing from my expertise in their unique work conditions, stresses, and trauma faced in public safety roles. I'm attuned to their reactions to such pressures and am skilled in interventions for managing distress, insomnia, complex relationships, and trauma symptoms.

Are you noticing some ongoing challenges in your relationships to others and yourself? Do you ever feel a void, an emptiness or even a cloud following you wherever you go and you can't seem to fully get why? That can be an extremely difficult and painful experience, especially as you are trying to navigate through the world. Unfortunately, most of us don't set enough time aside to tune into ourselves, heal some of our wounds and navigate through our complex layers. This avoidance can lead to some long-term affects in our intimate relationships, at work, with our kids, and more.

As your therapist, I would be here to get to know you and to guide you in developing skills and insights to create changes that are real, meaningful and sustainable. I will be entirely present and tuned in to what you are experiencing, your fears, distress, motivations and goals. The process will be explorative, providing you with an understanding of how your experiences, thoughts, emotions and behaviours impact one another. Structure will help reach outcomes for your goals, mental health, identity, life transitions and relationships. Your feedback will be encouraged and use to guide your unique treatment, we will work as a team.

Whether you have been to counselling before or not, I hope to offer a safe space for you to feel heard and connected. I am passionate about helping people navigate the difficult circumstances that they are facing. I value you as the expert of your own experience and believe that you have the tools necessary to find a path to coping, healing, and growth. I would be honoured to support you to find those tools.

Are you struggling to break your bad habits and keep healthy relationships? Maybe you're repeating unhelpful behaviors no matter how hard you try to change. Are you dealing with the consequences of impulsive decisions, losing control, or substance use? Often, these actions are the ways you learned to cope with the stresses of life to protect yourself or overcome challenges during difficult periods. When these coping mechanisms show up in life and relationships, they frequently contribute to conflict and pain. I help individual and couples better understand themselves and make lasting change with solo or marriage counselling.

We know that being a business owner, entrepreneur, or just general go-getter in the business world can be tough, and we're glad you're here. We offer clinical services in Alberta and BC specifically for entrepreneurs and folks working in startup and innovation spaces. It's not about getting rid of stress, it's making sure you have the knowledge, skills, and support to be your best through the up's and downs. We offer both Individual and Business Relationship Counselling that's all about equipping you with what you need to be resilient - because resilient people build resilient businesses.

You? You constantly find yourself replaying memories of the painful things your parents or partners have said or done to you in the past. You likely harbor resentment and fantasize about telling them just how much they hurt you. Often, you get lost in the "why" and "what if," struggling deep down with anxiety and never feeling good enough. When it comes to your relationships, you're likely always there for others, caring for them how you wish someone cared for you. But this also leaves you exhausted, always being the dependable one, and tirelessly seeking validation and to be seen as loveable.

We are passionate about working collaboratively with clients to find healing, resolution and growth. We aim to provide a safe, supportive and encouraging environment for clients to gain personal insight, build new skills and strategies and achieve their goals. We understand that making long-lasting changes can be difficult but we strongly believe it is possible! It is our desire to help people thrive and live a meaningful life.

Life is messy, complicated and we do not always have the answers to 'fix' problems or issues . However, we have the ability to overcome, survive, process and become a better individual, partner and family member. It is the process that enable us develop the skills, values and the strength to go on with life. Our stories past, present and future are all relevant to who we are and who we want to become! I am equipped to support you in attaining these tools/skills through active listening, maintaining a non-judgemental stance and having a respectful dialogue.

Are you ready to take the first step toward a brighter future? I'm a compassionate and experienced therapist dedicated to helping you break cycles of trauma and overcome life's challenges. I specialize in providing support for anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting, and relationship issues.

I am a Registered Psychologist with over 9 years of experience in the mental health field. I specialize in working with anxiety, trauma, and neurodevelopmental disorders and my areas of interest include grief and loss, stress, relationship/family dynamic challenges, parenting and child development, neurodivergence, and decolonizing practices. I excel at working with individuals who are looking to develop insight, good health behaviours, and challenge and explore their life experiences as well as identities.

It's easy to get stuck in patterns that sabotage the life you want to live: overly busy thoughts, intense emotions, or automatic reactions. Often traumatic or painful past experiences can leave lingering impacts on your day-to-day functioning, leaving you feeling disconnected, out of control, overwhelmed, or stuck in cycles or patterns that never seem to let up. Therapy is your space to learn how to effectively get un-stuck, heal from past wounds, transform unhelpful patterns, and grow. Therapy facilitates supported conscious engagement with your inner world, helping you to deepen your awareness and make truly meaningful changes.

Do you struggle with your relationships and boundaries? Are you afraid of disappointing others? Maybe you feel alone, disconnected or isolated from others, including your partner or family. You want to improve your life but feel stuck and misunderstood. Old patterns don't have to hold you back from achieving your dreams. You can create new routines and dynamics to establish a strong foundation for wellness. You can feel calm, happy, and hopeful for the future. I am here to help you reach your goals and feel fulfilled in your work, marriage or relationship, and community.

A significant part of my ethos, is seeing Individuals and couples thrive in their sexual health and relationships. Ranging from helping couples bring the passion back in their mismatched sexual desires, stop the reoccurring fights, resolve the parenting and money conflicts, and heal betrayal (infidelity). I work with you to let go of the shame surrounding your sex life; resolve the joy stolen by erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation and the frustration of in-orgasm and painful sex. There's hope to heal the trauma of sexual abuse and sexual addictions. Pleasure and happiness belong in your sex life and relationships.

Are you struggling to cope with the effects of childhood trauma, neglect, or abuse? Do you feel overwhelmed by triggers, emotions, or relationship challenges that you can’t seem to navigate or overcome? Hi, I’m Jenniel, and I'm passionate about helping individuals and couples like you work through your challenges and move forward in a healthy way. In individual therapy, I provide a safe space for you to process traumatic events, and I help you develop foundational skills to take control of your emotions, thoughts, and behaviours. I'll also support you as you learn new practices and gain insights to foster your healing and growth.

Are you feeling more and more resentful, conflicted, and stressed with your child, partner, or family? Do you feel "gridlocked" in a cycle of anxiety, emotions, and guilt at home? We are a team of psychologists with over thirty years of combined clinical experience specializing in these types of issues. You are an ideal client for us if you are seeking a therapist who is collaborative, genuine, and nonjudgmental. Together we will commit to developing a safe relationship where you can learn the skills you need to face and overcome difficult challenges, experiences, and emotions.