Therapists for Teens in Calgary, AB

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Karen Wadson
Psychologist, MA, BEd
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2R
A note here to parents - in addition to pre/adolescent eating and body image concerns, I have over 15 years experience in working with this age in schools and in my practice.
Hi there! Welcome :) As I am just coming back to work after maternity leave, I have room for new clients with little wait time! I specialize in the very big spectrum of disordered eating/ED and related issues. Perhaps you’re reading this because you’re tired of thinking about food all the time, counting calories, body checking, and not feeling great about yourself? Or perhaps you’re concerned about a loved one or child? These thoughts and feelings can take up a lot of mind space and be emotionally painful and I suspect you know exactly what I mean by that. If you’re looking for a way out, you’re in the right spot here!
A note here to parents - in addition to pre/adolescent eating and body image concerns, I have over 15 years experience in working with this age in schools and in my practice.
Hi there! Welcome :) As I am just coming back to work after maternity leave, I have room for new clients with little wait time! I specialize in the very big spectrum of disordered eating/ED and related issues. Perhaps you’re reading this because you’re tired of thinking about food all the time, counting calories, body checking, and not feeling great about yourself? Or perhaps you’re concerned about a loved one or child? These thoughts and feelings can take up a lot of mind space and be emotionally painful and I suspect you know exactly what I mean by that. If you’re looking for a way out, you’re in the right spot here!
(587) 741-2030 View (587) 741-2030
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Cheryl D Nelson
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2V
Accepting New Clients - I am experienced in relationships, as well as Child & Adolescent Mental Health. I worked for 20+ years with AHS. I am well-versed in assessment & therapy with children & teens who present with mental health concerns, so their families can live healthier, more productive & more fulfilling lives. Or, are you looking for someone who specializes in relationships - your partner, your children, your family? When you stop expecting people to be perfect, you can like them for who they are. I greatly enjoy supporting couples, families, parents, and children alike, who present with much strength, although in distress.
Accepting New Clients - I am experienced in relationships, as well as Child & Adolescent Mental Health. I worked for 20+ years with AHS. I am well-versed in assessment & therapy with children & teens who present with mental health concerns, so their families can live healthier, more productive & more fulfilling lives. Or, are you looking for someone who specializes in relationships - your partner, your children, your family? When you stop expecting people to be perfect, you can like them for who they are. I greatly enjoy supporting couples, families, parents, and children alike, who present with much strength, although in distress.
(587) 812-8451 View (587) 812-8451
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Bryanne Manveiler
Psychologist, MC, MA, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3B
I enjoy working with adolescent and adult clients of all genders who are proactive in their healing process.
If you are searching for meaning, purpose, and healing in your life, you don't have to journey alone. My approach is emotionally-focused & client-centered; I utilize mindfulness and body-integrated modalities to help you connect with your innate resources and inner knowing. Whether you are experiencing depression or anxiety, compulsive behaviours, a loud inner critic, feelings of overwhelm, or painful patterns in relationships, I will hold a light in the dark and see you through to the other side.
I enjoy working with adolescent and adult clients of all genders who are proactive in their healing process.
If you are searching for meaning, purpose, and healing in your life, you don't have to journey alone. My approach is emotionally-focused & client-centered; I utilize mindfulness and body-integrated modalities to help you connect with your innate resources and inner knowing. Whether you are experiencing depression or anxiety, compulsive behaviours, a loud inner critic, feelings of overwhelm, or painful patterns in relationships, I will hold a light in the dark and see you through to the other side.
(403) 800-3430 View (403) 800-3430
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Leanne Luchinski
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3A
Feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or depression? Let's work through it together. I specialize in supporting adult and teen clients through a wide variety of concerns, including depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship concerns, and blended family concerns. Many of my clients describe me as ‘warm and fuzzy,’ and I strive to bring that sense of comfort into each of our sessions. Whether you're dealing with the pressures of daily life, coping with past traumas, or simply looking for someone to talk to, I'm here to support you every step of the way.
Feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or depression? Let's work through it together. I specialize in supporting adult and teen clients through a wide variety of concerns, including depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship concerns, and blended family concerns. Many of my clients describe me as ‘warm and fuzzy,’ and I strive to bring that sense of comfort into each of our sessions. Whether you're dealing with the pressures of daily life, coping with past traumas, or simply looking for someone to talk to, I'm here to support you every step of the way.
(825) 608-5223 View (825) 608-5223
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Kyla Vieweger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, CPT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2H
Waitlist for new clients
Specialized child and adolescent therapy services - When your child is facing a challenging life event, or is struggling with difficult emotions or behaviours, you may feel overwhelmed and unsure. Maybe you feel judged, or even judge yourself. You want to find a skilled clinician who can respond effectively to your child's specific needs and help you rediscover your confidence as a caregiver. Unlike a generalist counsellor, my therapeutic services are tailored to the distinct developmental needs of children and teens. I blend expressive and evidence-based treatment approaches. Non-judgmental caregiver support is also offered.
Specialized child and adolescent therapy services - When your child is facing a challenging life event, or is struggling with difficult emotions or behaviours, you may feel overwhelmed and unsure. Maybe you feel judged, or even judge yourself. You want to find a skilled clinician who can respond effectively to your child's specific needs and help you rediscover your confidence as a caregiver. Unlike a generalist counsellor, my therapeutic services are tailored to the distinct developmental needs of children and teens. I blend expressive and evidence-based treatment approaches. Non-judgmental caregiver support is also offered.
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Fraiba Said
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2R  (Online Only)
I am passionate in working with adults and adolescent who experience depression, anxiety, and those who have experienced developmental trauma and sexual violence find a safe way to heal.
My approach to my work is grounded in honesty, openness, trust and humor. In a world that is fast paced and sometimes unkind, my intention is to offer a gentle, understanding space where you can start to understand yourself, your emotions and take away tangible tools to help you continue to show up authentically. My goal is to help those I encounter leave feeling empowered with desire to thrive in their personal journeys, no matter what this may look like for you.
I am passionate in working with adults and adolescent who experience depression, anxiety, and those who have experienced developmental trauma and sexual violence find a safe way to heal.
My approach to my work is grounded in honesty, openness, trust and humor. In a world that is fast paced and sometimes unkind, my intention is to offer a gentle, understanding space where you can start to understand yourself, your emotions and take away tangible tools to help you continue to show up authentically. My goal is to help those I encounter leave feeling empowered with desire to thrive in their personal journeys, no matter what this may look like for you.
(587) 741-3018 View (587) 741-3018
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Louise Groves
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2H
Seeking support is so important and incredibly brave. I would love to walk beside you as you figure out how to make meaningful change in your life. I am a registered social worker with 20 years experience as a therapist. My career started in women’s mental health and then transitioned children’s mental health and women who experience post partum. My breadth of experience means that I am confidently able to work with a wide variety of clients. If you or your child/adolescent are sad, anxious, struggling with ADHD, I would love to help. If you are a parent trying to figure out how to navigate parenting contact me.
Seeking support is so important and incredibly brave. I would love to walk beside you as you figure out how to make meaningful change in your life. I am a registered social worker with 20 years experience as a therapist. My career started in women’s mental health and then transitioned children’s mental health and women who experience post partum. My breadth of experience means that I am confidently able to work with a wide variety of clients. If you or your child/adolescent are sad, anxious, struggling with ADHD, I would love to help. If you are a parent trying to figure out how to navigate parenting contact me.
(403) 910-3547 View (403) 910-3547
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Taryn Cornelssen
Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2N
Is your child struggling with social, emotional, or behavioural issues? Are you a parent also struggling with how best to support your child or adolescent? I am a Registered Psychologist, with many years experience working with children and adolescents in mental health facilities, schools, and private practice. I enjoy working with youth, parents, and families who are struggling with a variety of challenges: ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, social skills deficits, learning challenges, parenting skills, and behavioural techniques.
Is your child struggling with social, emotional, or behavioural issues? Are you a parent also struggling with how best to support your child or adolescent? I am a Registered Psychologist, with many years experience working with children and adolescents in mental health facilities, schools, and private practice. I enjoy working with youth, parents, and families who are struggling with a variety of challenges: ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, social skills deficits, learning challenges, parenting skills, and behavioural techniques.
(587) 414-6120 View (587) 414-6120
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Judith Heidbuurt
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RCSW, RMFT-SQ
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3E
There’s a phrase that resonates so well in our northern hemisphere: feeling snowed under. It brings a rather-Canadian image to mind along with a feeling of overwhelm. Sometimes, life feels like we’ve been left snowed under and we find ourselves spinning our wheels. It can be exhausting. I’m here to help. I’ve worked in child, adolescent, family and young adult mental health for over 20 years. I’m a parent, a partner, a professional in the field, and the learning never ends. Whether it’s raising our families or learning about the relationships we hold within ourselves, there are ways to decrease the distress and find an easier path.
There’s a phrase that resonates so well in our northern hemisphere: feeling snowed under. It brings a rather-Canadian image to mind along with a feeling of overwhelm. Sometimes, life feels like we’ve been left snowed under and we find ourselves spinning our wheels. It can be exhausting. I’m here to help. I’ve worked in child, adolescent, family and young adult mental health for over 20 years. I’m a parent, a partner, a professional in the field, and the learning never ends. Whether it’s raising our families or learning about the relationships we hold within ourselves, there are ways to decrease the distress and find an easier path.
(825) 254-7828 View (825) 254-7828
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Jennifer Estrela
Registered Psychotherapist, Hon, BA, MACP
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2N
Supporting couples, individuals and families in times of struggles is my passion. I am experienced in working with individuals of all ages who have experienced childhood traumas (sexual/physical/emotional abuse), and who struggle with a variety of mental health issues such as Tourettes, ADHD, sexual struggles, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Depression, Anxiety Disorder, OCD and Distorted Eating. I have over a decade of experience working with families in crisis, parent/teen conflict, relationship/marriage difficulties, custody/access conflict, addictions, survivors of sexual/physical abuse, depression, and anger management issues.
Supporting couples, individuals and families in times of struggles is my passion. I am experienced in working with individuals of all ages who have experienced childhood traumas (sexual/physical/emotional abuse), and who struggle with a variety of mental health issues such as Tourettes, ADHD, sexual struggles, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Depression, Anxiety Disorder, OCD and Distorted Eating. I have over a decade of experience working with families in crisis, parent/teen conflict, relationship/marriage difficulties, custody/access conflict, addictions, survivors of sexual/physical abuse, depression, and anger management issues.
(587) 602-8157 View (587) 602-8157
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Bloom Art Therapy & Counselling
Counsellor, MC:AT, CCC, DVATI
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2L
At Bloom Art Therapy & Counselling we offer the child, teen, and family a space of unconditional acceptance and validation.
The childhood years and the child-rearing years are some of the most wonderful, but also the most challenging stages of life. Even in the most difficult moments, we are doing the absolute best we can, given our circumstance and the skills we have.
At Bloom Art Therapy & Counselling we offer the child, teen, and family a space of unconditional acceptance and validation.
The childhood years and the child-rearing years are some of the most wonderful, but also the most challenging stages of life. Even in the most difficult moments, we are doing the absolute best we can, given our circumstance and the skills we have.
(587) 412-5138 View (587) 412-5138
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Melanie Badour
Psychologist, MC, BEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2H
Show up, mess up & face anything! I’m Mel, a registered psychologist passionately working with teen girls and young women (13-25 yrs of age) struggling with anxiety, perfectionism & performance, emotions, and relationships. Rewire the anxious brain, stop avoiding stuff & try new things. Tackle the fear of failure, befriend mistakes, manage the inner critic & self-doubt. Untangle emotions, assert yourself & set boundaries. We can all learn to better speak and connect with ourselves and others and strive for our own personal excellence in a more graceful, non-judgemental, compassionate and courageous way.
Show up, mess up & face anything! I’m Mel, a registered psychologist passionately working with teen girls and young women (13-25 yrs of age) struggling with anxiety, perfectionism & performance, emotions, and relationships. Rewire the anxious brain, stop avoiding stuff & try new things. Tackle the fear of failure, befriend mistakes, manage the inner critic & self-doubt. Untangle emotions, assert yourself & set boundaries. We can all learn to better speak and connect with ourselves and others and strive for our own personal excellence in a more graceful, non-judgemental, compassionate and courageous way.
(587) 803-2866 View (587) 803-2866
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Mike Denis
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2G
Mike is a Registered Psychologist with over 10 years experience working with divorce, separation, mediation, and high conflict families. He is a specialized Child & Adolescent/Young Adult Psychologist. He has experience conducting mental health, addiction, Borderline Personality Disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, Custody & Access assessments, and counselling both 'high risk' youth and adults. He is a certified and experienced DBT therapist, and practices Reality, Narrative, and Client Centred paradigms. He is courteous, respectful & open minded.
Mike is a Registered Psychologist with over 10 years experience working with divorce, separation, mediation, and high conflict families. He is a specialized Child & Adolescent/Young Adult Psychologist. He has experience conducting mental health, addiction, Borderline Personality Disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, Custody & Access assessments, and counselling both 'high risk' youth and adults. He is a certified and experienced DBT therapist, and practices Reality, Narrative, and Client Centred paradigms. He is courteous, respectful & open minded.
(403) 264-1199 View (403) 264-1199
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Tyler James Schamehorn
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2E
I work with a broad range of people to help alleviate anxiety, depression and stress. I also have experience working with couples on relationship issues and within a healthcare setting. I have worked for a long time with an adolescent population, more recently with a geriatric population, and everything in between.
I work with a broad range of people to help alleviate anxiety, depression and stress. I also have experience working with couples on relationship issues and within a healthcare setting. I have worked for a long time with an adolescent population, more recently with a geriatric population, and everything in between.
(587) 844-2351 View (587) 844-2351
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Andrea Herzog
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BA, MSc
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2X
Hello! My name is Andrea and I am happy to see you are looking for mental health support for yourself or your loved ones! As a Registered Provisional Psychologist, I offer a confidential and accepting environment to safely explore your therapy goals. I am most comfortable and experienced working with adolescent clients (ages 10+) and adults that may be struggling with stress, anxiety, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, identity, healthy relationships, life transitions, trauma, or grief/loss.
Hello! My name is Andrea and I am happy to see you are looking for mental health support for yourself or your loved ones! As a Registered Provisional Psychologist, I offer a confidential and accepting environment to safely explore your therapy goals. I am most comfortable and experienced working with adolescent clients (ages 10+) and adults that may be struggling with stress, anxiety, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, identity, healthy relationships, life transitions, trauma, or grief/loss.
(825) 253-5630 View (825) 253-5630
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Michelle Rice
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2Z
My areas of specialization include childhood and relational trauma, attachment and parenting support, child and adolescent behavioral challenges, post-partum support, self-esteem and anxiety.
Bravery is described as “courageous behaviour or character” and I truly believe that identifying a need for change and seeking out the support to do so is an act of bravery. As a therapist, I strive to develop genuine and non-judgemental therapeutic relationships. I practice from a holistic perspective using evidence-based approaches to provide my clients with the tools necessary to create meaningful change, improved emotional health and resiliency. ​
My areas of specialization include childhood and relational trauma, attachment and parenting support, child and adolescent behavioral challenges, post-partum support, self-esteem and anxiety.
Bravery is described as “courageous behaviour or character” and I truly believe that identifying a need for change and seeking out the support to do so is an act of bravery. As a therapist, I strive to develop genuine and non-judgemental therapeutic relationships. I practice from a holistic perspective using evidence-based approaches to provide my clients with the tools necessary to create meaningful change, improved emotional health and resiliency. ​
(587) 854-3766 View (587) 854-3766
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Core Psychology
Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2T
Are you craving a life you don't need a vacation from? We don't exist in isolation. Daily, we navigate relationships, careers, finances, parenting an anxious child or a struggling teen, aging, significant life transitions, celebrations, successes, and sometimes huge losses. You may have lost a job, partner, loved one, or the ability to function in ways you used to function so easily. You are used to recovering quickly or knowing how to best provide support, and yet find yourself at a loss, anxious, overwhelmed or discouraged. It's all part of being human. Though sometimes it feels like more than we can take.
Are you craving a life you don't need a vacation from? We don't exist in isolation. Daily, we navigate relationships, careers, finances, parenting an anxious child or a struggling teen, aging, significant life transitions, celebrations, successes, and sometimes huge losses. You may have lost a job, partner, loved one, or the ability to function in ways you used to function so easily. You are used to recovering quickly or knowing how to best provide support, and yet find yourself at a loss, anxious, overwhelmed or discouraged. It's all part of being human. Though sometimes it feels like more than we can take.
(403) 488-8912 View (403) 488-8912
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Lennie Moffatt
Psychologist, MA, R, Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2R
I am a registered psychologist who specializes in child and adolescent therapy services for social, emotional and/or behavioural concerns. I work with children, teens, young adults and their families. I offer evidence based treatments for a range of presenting concerns such as anxiety, low self-esteem, OCD, ADHD, depression, stress, life transitions and parent-child relational concerns.
I am a registered psychologist who specializes in child and adolescent therapy services for social, emotional and/or behavioural concerns. I work with children, teens, young adults and their families. I offer evidence based treatments for a range of presenting concerns such as anxiety, low self-esteem, OCD, ADHD, depression, stress, life transitions and parent-child relational concerns.
(587) 316-2952 View (587) 316-2952
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Abrielle (Abby) Heck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2P
I am a Registered Social Worker with the Alberta College of Social Workers with my Masters of Clinical Social Work, specializing in infant, early childhood, school-aged and adolescent mental health.
Hello there. I commend you on taking this first hard step for yourself or your child. I’m Abrielle (Abby) Heck and I get how scary this can all be. Over the last 16 years I’ve had the honour of supporting & collaborating with children, adolescents, young adults and caregivers. I have a passion in demystifying mental health, and helping families struggling with emotional regulation, anxiety, tough life events & transitions and thriving with neurodiversity such as ADHD. I love to get creative and use art, toys and play to meet kids and adolescents where they’re at.
I am a Registered Social Worker with the Alberta College of Social Workers with my Masters of Clinical Social Work, specializing in infant, early childhood, school-aged and adolescent mental health.
Hello there. I commend you on taking this first hard step for yourself or your child. I’m Abrielle (Abby) Heck and I get how scary this can all be. Over the last 16 years I’ve had the honour of supporting & collaborating with children, adolescents, young adults and caregivers. I have a passion in demystifying mental health, and helping families struggling with emotional regulation, anxiety, tough life events & transitions and thriving with neurodiversity such as ADHD. I love to get creative and use art, toys and play to meet kids and adolescents where they’re at.
(825) 250-3546 View (825) 250-3546
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Gavin Leslie
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BA, MC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2P
Welcoming adult and teen clients; I focus on helping build or rebuild a connection with their emotions, experiences, and values, while providing skills and tools to maintain the meaningful changes they make.
Do you find yourself avoiding difficult situations and struggling to break free of unhealthy patterns? My goal is to customize therapy to each client’s needs to help them make meaningful and long-lasting change, by identifying new tools and perspectives for familiar challenges and supporting clients in using these tools in real life situations. I believe with the right tools and support everyone is able to make the changes they want to see in their life. I am passionate about helping you find the right skills to make your change. I also offer psychoeducational, giftedness, adult ADHD, personality and intelligence assessments.
Welcoming adult and teen clients; I focus on helping build or rebuild a connection with their emotions, experiences, and values, while providing skills and tools to maintain the meaningful changes they make.
Do you find yourself avoiding difficult situations and struggling to break free of unhealthy patterns? My goal is to customize therapy to each client’s needs to help them make meaningful and long-lasting change, by identifying new tools and perspectives for familiar challenges and supporting clients in using these tools in real life situations. I believe with the right tools and support everyone is able to make the changes they want to see in their life. I am passionate about helping you find the right skills to make your change. I also offer psychoeducational, giftedness, adult ADHD, personality and intelligence assessments.
(587) 812-8926 View (587) 812-8926
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Katie Tompkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, MSW, RSW, TPP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3B
My approach is skill based and directive - meaning I will teach your child/teen & YOU (parents) tools to help you long term.
We specialize in child & adolescent mental health! Is your child struggling with self-harm and suicidal ideation? Or is their depression & anxiety making it challenging to do things? Let's be honest, it's not easy being a kid/teen but if we can make it easier, let's do it together. At Tutum Counselling, we take a custom approach for each of our clients. If your child has an IPP or PsychEd, we will use this info to help inform our treatment plans. We can help with all sorts of areas, but we specialize in anxiety, depression (self-harm & suicidal ideation) as well as parenting support.
My approach is skill based and directive - meaning I will teach your child/teen & YOU (parents) tools to help you long term.
We specialize in child & adolescent mental health! Is your child struggling with self-harm and suicidal ideation? Or is their depression & anxiety making it challenging to do things? Let's be honest, it's not easy being a kid/teen but if we can make it easier, let's do it together. At Tutum Counselling, we take a custom approach for each of our clients. If your child has an IPP or PsychEd, we will use this info to help inform our treatment plans. We can help with all sorts of areas, but we specialize in anxiety, depression (self-harm & suicidal ideation) as well as parenting support.
(587) 742-0357 View (587) 742-0357
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Adam Kenny
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2X
Adam is a Registered Social Worker with 14 years of clinical experience with child/ teen and parenting.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? You may have a tried some different things and you're still feeling stuck. I can help clarify the issue and the need you would like to work on. I can assist you to recognize your strengths and see your situation from a different perspective. Adam provides individual, and family counseling to children, adolescents, and adults with a range of different issues. He provides therapy for all types of emotional, behaviour, school and social problems. He is available for sessions on evening and weekend appointments.
Adam is a Registered Social Worker with 14 years of clinical experience with child/ teen and parenting.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? You may have a tried some different things and you're still feeling stuck. I can help clarify the issue and the need you would like to work on. I can assist you to recognize your strengths and see your situation from a different perspective. Adam provides individual, and family counseling to children, adolescents, and adults with a range of different issues. He provides therapy for all types of emotional, behaviour, school and social problems. He is available for sessions on evening and weekend appointments.
(587) 858-3380 View (587) 858-3380
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Bobbi Jo Gaetz
Psychologist, MEd, BEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2V
I am passionate about supporting children and families in discovering how to be their best through building relationships, building understanding, and building skills. I strive to empower others so that they can continue to manage life’s challenges beyond their work with me. I understand that when parents are seeking services, they are concerned about their child/adolescent and are seeking guidance through respect. Discovery Psychological Services offers a process of discovery of strengths, needs, skills, and strategies, in a manner that is meaningful, respectful, compassionate, and collaborative.
I am passionate about supporting children and families in discovering how to be their best through building relationships, building understanding, and building skills. I strive to empower others so that they can continue to manage life’s challenges beyond their work with me. I understand that when parents are seeking services, they are concerned about their child/adolescent and are seeking guidance through respect. Discovery Psychological Services offers a process of discovery of strengths, needs, skills, and strategies, in a manner that is meaningful, respectful, compassionate, and collaborative.
(587) 419-0865 View (587) 419-0865
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Katrina McDougall
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3B
Being a kid or teen can be hard (and parenting them can be even harder!).
I am a clinical psychologist specializing in providing evidence-based psychological therapy services to children and adolescents. In my practice, I value compassionate, collaborative, and empowering approaches to psychological services for youth and their families. I have received extensive training in providing evidence-based therapy and assessment services across the lifespan and in a variety of clinical settings, including community mental health, primary care, hospitals, and schools.
Being a kid or teen can be hard (and parenting them can be even harder!).
I am a clinical psychologist specializing in providing evidence-based psychological therapy services to children and adolescents. In my practice, I value compassionate, collaborative, and empowering approaches to psychological services for youth and their families. I have received extensive training in providing evidence-based therapy and assessment services across the lifespan and in a variety of clinical settings, including community mental health, primary care, hospitals, and schools.
(825) 521-1317 View (825) 521-1317
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Sheri Boyd
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BSc, MBA, MACP
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2N
Ready to get your shift on? I offer individual, couples, teen, and child therapy.
Ready to shift your perspective, embrace empowerment and reclaim your well-being? Hi there, I'm Sheri Boyd, a Provisional Psychologist with a fire for helping people like you navigate life's tricky terrain. I may not have a cape, but I do have a unique blend of skills, specialty training and life experience. My superpower? Empathy! I care deeply about each and every client. I meet you where you're at, whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or something else entirely.
Ready to get your shift on? I offer individual, couples, teen, and child therapy.
Ready to shift your perspective, embrace empowerment and reclaim your well-being? Hi there, I'm Sheri Boyd, a Provisional Psychologist with a fire for helping people like you navigate life's tricky terrain. I may not have a cape, but I do have a unique blend of skills, specialty training and life experience. My superpower? Empathy! I care deeply about each and every client. I meet you where you're at, whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or something else entirely.
(587) 609-6030 View (587) 609-6030
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Teen Counsellors

What does therapy for teenagers look like?

When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.

How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?

There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.

How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?

It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.

How do you prepare teens for therapy?

You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.