Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Calgary, AB

Therapy and healing from past negative experiences is a journey and having effective support along the way is invaluable. With over 20 years experience working in mental health, I believe that one of the most powerful elements in healing and achieving a life worth living is authenticity in the therapeutic relationship. I strive to bring compassion, humour, safety, respect and acceptance to the therapeutic process. Together, we will work to learn new effective coping skills, build on current strengths, take on new challenges that are in alignment with your personal values and goals and heal from past painful experiences.

I am passionate about helping people whose emotions have been in the driver's seat for too long, whether that be anxiety, shame, stress, or one of countless others. I work with individuals who identify as highly sensitive, those who struggle with anxiety and depression, and those who have been impacted by traumatic events in their lives. I emphasize learning and integrating skills to forge a healthy relationship with our emotions, something we have not all had the opportunity to develop. I love talking to people, hearing their story, and working together to balance acceptance of who we are with change that is meaningful and lasting.

Life can be challenging and messy. Taking care of yourself and your mental health does not have to be. I am passionate about working with first responders and those who love them, individuals and couples. I work with a wide variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, PTSD, parenting, conflict, and life transitions.

Are you or your child/teen feeling overwhelmed and struggling to navigate everyday life? Do you long for greater peace within your home but aren’t sure how to address family dynamics? I provide a safe and confidential space where individuals and families can openly discuss their concerns, express their emotions, and gain valuable insights into their thoughts and behaviours. Through therapy, clients can learn effective coping strategies and work towards achieving their goals.

I am a passionate human who centres on fostering a safe(r) space and practice for all 2SLGBTQ+, BDSM/kinky, BIPOC, abilities, bodies, sex work, and intersecting identities for humans and their experiences. Areas of interest include: relational diversity (poly, open, ENM/CNM), sexuality, BDSM/kink, 2SLGBTQ+ concerns, neurodiversity (ADHD & Autism), assertive communication and boundary setting, life transitions, divorce/separation, addictions, and support for incarceration reintegration/criminal justice involvement.

I am a true believer of our innate ability to heal. We all have this ability within us, like we all have a heart - just some people have a hard time accessing it. That’s where I come in, to help you find and cultivate your inner wisdom by developing skills on how to manage your day to day life as well as guide you through healing any past negative experiences that still bother you today. I specialize in working with individuals who manage symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder, PTSD, C-PTSD, anxiety and depression and really anyone who would like to build a life worth living.

Hello - My name is Jillian Taylor and I'm glad you're here. My aim is to support individuals in exploring recurring patterns, navigating life transitions, and cultivating harmony amidst various roles and stress. Specializing in addressing issues including strained adult-child relationships, people-pleasing tendencies, and perfectionism, I guide clients towards boundary setting, targeting burnout by uncovering unmet needs and addressing disordered eating and eating body image struggles. Through exploration of your past, present patterns and future hopes, we can align towards clarity, self-compassion and meaningful changes.

I believe in meeting clients where they are at in their healing journey and provide support and understanding through a trauma-informed lens. My approach is largely client-centered, compassion-focused, and strength-based. I am committed to creating a safe and collaborative space for clients to develop their self-awareness and be supported in reaching their therapeutic goals.

I am a Registered Psychologist who has experience in both inpatient, and outpatient community settings providing individual, couples, family and group services to diverse populations and age ranges. I have extensive training in a number of therapy modalities however, I use an integrative structured approach to counselling mainly incorporating Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and EMDR. I am also able to complete psycho-educational assessment, social-emotional diagnostic assessments, as well as cognitive and memory assessments.

Whether it be a recent ADHD diagnosis, facing challenges with navigating life (post-secondary, work, parenthood, relationships), experiencing trauma, anger, anxiety, stress, depression, or coping with grief, I am here to provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore your emotions, thoughts, triggers, patterns and behaviours in order to heal, and grow. Together, we can work towards finding clarity, resilience, coping strategies, and enhancing your overall well-being to navigate life’s complexities!

Life can be unexpected and hard. Just as we experience physical injury, we can also experience life circumstances that impact our mental health. On-going stress, past experiences, or challenging situations (e.g. pandemic, loss, increasing job demands, isolation, ect.), can have an enormous impact on our well-being, causing both emotional and physical distress. Using a practical and evidence-based approach, I work with clients to effectively reduce symptoms of stress, anxiety, or trauma; to navigate challenging experiences, and promote lasting and desired change in health and life.

I have worked in the mental health and addiction field for over 13 years and in private practice for 4 years. I love to support clients who are struggling with anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, executive functioning challenges- like ADHD, relationship troubles, chronic pain, grief and trauma. I see challenges from a holistic perspective and believe that it's important that there is space for emotional processing as well as practical strategies.

I am a Registered Social Worker with a Masters in Clinical Social Work from the University of Calgary. I am dedicated to helping people live a life that is meaningful and memorable. I have a passion for working with adults to address trauma, burnout, chronic stress, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief and loss, emotional regulation, mental health management, and life transitions. My approach is grounded in a collaborative and trauma-informed lens. I believe each person I work with is their own expert of their life.

I'm currently accepting new clients. I work with adults and adolescents who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, stress, self-esteem, life transitions, and other challenges. I also do couples counselling and pre-maritaI assessment. I use a range of therapeutic techniques that are best suited to each client's needs. I'm excited to incorporate Virtual Reality (VR) into my practice alongside other therapeutic techniques like CBT, DBT, Mindfulness. Our VR therapy services offer an innovative approach to mental health and well-being, combining traditional therapeutic techniques with immersive and interactive experiences.

Over the years I have had the honour of witnessing the change that people make when they engage in various forms of therapy and can attest to the incredible amount of strength and personal knowledge people bring to this process. Life often presents us with unexpected challenges that can feel overwhelming and insurmountable. Life transitions, stress, depression and anxiety can negatively impact our coping and confidence. These difficulties often become the dominant story in people’s lives and get in the way of engaging in life in the ways that they want.

Life can sometimes feel overwhelming and many times we don't know what to do or how to reach out. Perhaps you're feeling stress, anxiety, depression? Having problems in life, marriage, or at work? Or you simply lost hope? I’m here for you. You’ve made it to the first step. Reaching out for help can be hard, and you are very brave for doing it. There's a way, happiness is possible. I know that right now it seems like there's no end, but I can promise there's light at the end of the tunnel. I'm here for you.

Are long term difficulties due to complex and traumatic experiences (often from childhood) making life challenging for you and/or your relationships? Is there an unexplored grief that accompanies these experiences? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression. PTSD, personality disorder (eg., BDP), chronic pain/illness or have dissociation? To add to this complexity are you neurodiverse (eg., ADHD, autism, gifted) or suspect you are? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions you are like many of my clients. I offer individual and couples counselling and formal adult psychoeducational, neurodiversity and trauma assessments.

Life can feel overwhelming at times and it's important to realize you are not alone. I am a registered psychologist who provides assessment and treatment services to adults and seniors with mild to severe mental health issues—specifically, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, self-esteem, life transition, addiction issues, bipolar and psychotic disorders, as well as posttraumatic stress among MVA survivors. My work conducting psychological assessments offers another angle in promoting self-exploration and identifying opportunities for growth. I also provide vocational counselling in the context of life and career transitions.

I am your friendly-neighbourhood-counsellor. With several years of service in health care and social settings I have developed a strong commitment to supporting individuals and families impacted by domestic violence and crisis situations. I am also passionate about understanding and normalizing neurodiversity. My time with you leads me into many different avenues, and I aim to be flexible and empathetic, open and understanding of your journey. I like to tailor my approach to what works for you!

Accessing counselling is a brave first step towards becoming the person you want to be. I'm here you assist you on your journey. I believe that you are the expert on yourself and I am here to provide tools and resources which are helpful to you. My goal is to create a safe and collaborative space through which you can gain greater self-awareness. I draw from various modalities such as mindfulness, culture-infused, DBT, and solution-focused interventions. I specialize in exploring neurodiversity and working with youth. I also offer assessments for all ages.

A warm welcome as you take the first step in your wellness journey! Are you tired of feeling exhausted? Burnt out? Anxious or Depressed? Struggling with executive functioning and/or ADHD? Looking for tools to improve your life? We work with youth, adults and parents with anxiety, stress, burnout, low mood, depression, ADHD, communication and child specific concerns. We enjoy supporting individuals hoping to increase life satisfaction, build better coping mechanisms and navigate life a little easier. Our promise to you is to work with you to develop an individualized therapy plan that is going to work for your life and your goals!

My passion is helping children and adolescents to feel better understood, and to have the skills and confidence to better manage their external (e.g., friendships, school performance) and internal (e.g., emotions, urges) worlds. Using gold-standard psychological assessment tools, I can provide clarity around diagnostic questions including ASD, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, and learning disorders in order to make recommendations that will benefit a child going forward. With respect to therapy, I use evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT skills, and ACT to help youth manage big feelings and function more effectively.

I trust that every person is the expert of their own life and experiences. I hold the belief that everyone has what they need, within themselves, to heal, and I enjoy walking alongside to support folks in accessing these strengths and resources. I strive to establish trusting and collaborative relationships that create a safe space for exploration and growth. I work from a person-centered and trauma-informed lens, while integrating a variety of modalities including Internal Family Systems, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), somatic and mindfulness-based interventions, ACT and DBT.

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.