Family Therapy in Calgary, AB
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FN Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, MEd, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2M
As we go through life, we experience some detours and bumps on our paths. While we may be able to deal with many of them easily, others may be more challenging and might require additional support to address them. If you, your partner, or a family member(s) are struggling with relational issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, brain injury, illness adjustment, stress, life transition, domestic violence, immigration/acculturation, or intergenerational cultural challenges, FN Counselling Services is here to help you. Through non-judgmental and respectful conversations and new skills development, we will achieve your goal(s)
As we go through life, we experience some detours and bumps on our paths. While we may be able to deal with many of them easily, others may be more challenging and might require additional support to address them. If you, your partner, or a family member(s) are struggling with relational issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, brain injury, illness adjustment, stress, life transition, domestic violence, immigration/acculturation, or intergenerational cultural challenges, FN Counselling Services is here to help you. Through non-judgmental and respectful conversations and new skills development, we will achieve your goal(s)
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I look forward to connecting and seeing how I may be able to help you and your family!.
Does your child or teen struggle to regulate their emotions and experience intense feelings like anxiety, sadness, or anger? Are they having difficulty at school or with forming meaningful and lasting friendships?
I look forward to connecting and seeing how I may be able to help you and your family!.
Does your child or teen struggle to regulate their emotions and experience intense feelings like anxiety, sadness, or anger? Are they having difficulty at school or with forming meaningful and lasting friendships?
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I integrate various approaches to best meet individual, couples and family needs.
Have you experienced significant life stressors or traumatic events that have caused you personal harm and impacted your relationships? Are you tired of fighting to hold it together on the outside and suffering on the inside? Perhaps you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or numb from just thinking about all that is on your plate. Maybe it seems like the slightest things trigger big feelings, worries and reactions. If this sounds anything like you, please know there is hope! Don't wait any longer to reach out for help . I am ready to help you experience relief from distress, find solutions and move towards the life you want to live.
I integrate various approaches to best meet individual, couples and family needs.
Have you experienced significant life stressors or traumatic events that have caused you personal harm and impacted your relationships? Are you tired of fighting to hold it together on the outside and suffering on the inside? Perhaps you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or numb from just thinking about all that is on your plate. Maybe it seems like the slightest things trigger big feelings, worries and reactions. If this sounds anything like you, please know there is hope! Don't wait any longer to reach out for help . I am ready to help you experience relief from distress, find solutions and move towards the life you want to live.
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LOPAP Counselling and Consulting
Registered Social Worker, MEd, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2H
I am passionately waiting to connect with you on that journey to a peaceful, enjoyable relationship, and all-around wellness. There is hope for a better life. Take a bold step to overcome hurts, pain, painful experiences, and struggles in life. My practice is based on trauma-informed care and family systems. I work with children, adolescents, and adults who experience relationship issues, family conflict, depression, anxiety, and addiction. I aim to meet your unique needs and goals with empathy, gentleness, respect, and a non-judgmental stance.
I am passionately waiting to connect with you on that journey to a peaceful, enjoyable relationship, and all-around wellness. There is hope for a better life. Take a bold step to overcome hurts, pain, painful experiences, and struggles in life. My practice is based on trauma-informed care and family systems. I work with children, adolescents, and adults who experience relationship issues, family conflict, depression, anxiety, and addiction. I aim to meet your unique needs and goals with empathy, gentleness, respect, and a non-judgmental stance.
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Uma Autumn Pépin-Robbins
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC, BA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2N
Modalities I may use include Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Family Systems Theory, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Play Therapy (children).
I envision helping clients wanting to address mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, or addiction. Their goal may be to alleviate symptoms, develop coping strategies, and improve overall well-being. Clients experiencing relationship issues, whether with a partner, family member, or friend, to improve communication, resolve conflicts, or navigate challenging relationship dynamics. Clients going through life transitions such as starting school, changing careers, getting married, becoming a parent, or retiring. A desire to gain a deeper understanding of themselves, their values, and their life purpose.
Modalities I may use include Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Family Systems Theory, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Play Therapy (children).
I envision helping clients wanting to address mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, or addiction. Their goal may be to alleviate symptoms, develop coping strategies, and improve overall well-being. Clients experiencing relationship issues, whether with a partner, family member, or friend, to improve communication, resolve conflicts, or navigate challenging relationship dynamics. Clients going through life transitions such as starting school, changing careers, getting married, becoming a parent, or retiring. A desire to gain a deeper understanding of themselves, their values, and their life purpose.
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I want to help you tap into your innate capacity to heal - help you become open to experience, learn to trust yourself, develop an internal evaluation of yourself and have a willingness to continue growing. In private practice, I provide individual, family, marital/relationship, and group counselling. I treat people across the lifespan including children, adolescents (e.g. navigating identity), adults (e.g. working through relationships, parenting, and career issues), and the elderly (grief and life transitions).
I want to help you tap into your innate capacity to heal - help you become open to experience, learn to trust yourself, develop an internal evaluation of yourself and have a willingness to continue growing. In private practice, I provide individual, family, marital/relationship, and group counselling. I treat people across the lifespan including children, adolescents (e.g. navigating identity), adults (e.g. working through relationships, parenting, and career issues), and the elderly (grief and life transitions).
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Lisa Palmer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSc, MSW, RCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2Z
I understand it can be difficult to reach out for help, both for yourself or your family.
I have over 15 years working with children, youth, and parents. My practice includes a collaborative and holistic approach to address issues of anxiety, depression, ADHD, behvaiour concerns, emotional regulation, and attachment. I use a variety of therapy techniques to best fit each client/ family.
I understand it can be difficult to reach out for help, both for yourself or your family.
I have over 15 years working with children, youth, and parents. My practice includes a collaborative and holistic approach to address issues of anxiety, depression, ADHD, behvaiour concerns, emotional regulation, and attachment. I use a variety of therapy techniques to best fit each client/ family.
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Feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? You're not alone. Whether it's the relentless stress and anxiety of daily life, the uncertainty of career changes in the evolving AI era, or the deep pain of grief and loss, we're here for you. Navigating mental health struggles, relationship issues, major life transitions, hoarding behaviors, financial worries, family conflicts, self-esteem challenges, disability concerns, cross-cultural tensions, or the lasting impact of abuse and trauma can feel like too much to handle on your own. You don't have to face it alone. We're here to support you every step of the way.
Feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? You're not alone. Whether it's the relentless stress and anxiety of daily life, the uncertainty of career changes in the evolving AI era, or the deep pain of grief and loss, we're here for you. Navigating mental health struggles, relationship issues, major life transitions, hoarding behaviors, financial worries, family conflicts, self-esteem challenges, disability concerns, cross-cultural tensions, or the lasting impact of abuse and trauma can feel like too much to handle on your own. You don't have to face it alone. We're here to support you every step of the way.
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Derek Van Dalen
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MACP, CCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3E
Stuck due to constant struggles and stress from work, relationships and family is exhausting. From work to sleep to relationships, joy is missing. You might feel burned out and alone. You might have tried other resources and found they aren't working. Here’s where I come in. I have training, experience helping others and lived experience of personal trauma, toxic workplaces, institutional and organizational injustice, and career transitions. I offer a safe and non-judgmental place to come alongside you, understand your unique situation and then develop a personalized plan so you can become unstuck and flourish.
Stuck due to constant struggles and stress from work, relationships and family is exhausting. From work to sleep to relationships, joy is missing. You might feel burned out and alone. You might have tried other resources and found they aren't working. Here’s where I come in. I have training, experience helping others and lived experience of personal trauma, toxic workplaces, institutional and organizational injustice, and career transitions. I offer a safe and non-judgmental place to come alongside you, understand your unique situation and then develop a personalized plan so you can become unstuck and flourish.
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Approaches include Trauma-Informed, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, polyvagal theory, Narrative, Solution-focused, Emotionally focused, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Attachment-based, play and art-based interventions, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Strength-based.
With over 15 years of experience across community, non-profit, and school-based settings, I've supported individuals of all ages through life's challenges. As a relationship-based therapist, I deeply value the connection between therapist and client. My approach fosters empathy, compassion, and unconditional positive regard, creating a supportive environment for growth.
Approaches include Trauma-Informed, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, polyvagal theory, Narrative, Solution-focused, Emotionally focused, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Attachment-based, play and art-based interventions, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Strength-based.
With over 15 years of experience across community, non-profit, and school-based settings, I've supported individuals of all ages through life's challenges. As a relationship-based therapist, I deeply value the connection between therapist and client. My approach fosters empathy, compassion, and unconditional positive regard, creating a supportive environment for growth.
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Are you experiencing an eating disorder, disordered eating and/or body image concerns? Do you find yourself overwhelmed with anxiety or depression? Or maybe you are struggling with substance abuse, life transitions, family stresses or parenting. If so, I can help. For almost two decades I have been supporting individuals and families overcome these very issues. My approach is to create a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental space where we work together towards healing. I offer both virtual and in-person sessions.
Are you experiencing an eating disorder, disordered eating and/or body image concerns? Do you find yourself overwhelmed with anxiety or depression? Or maybe you are struggling with substance abuse, life transitions, family stresses or parenting. If so, I can help. For almost two decades I have been supporting individuals and families overcome these very issues. My approach is to create a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental space where we work together towards healing. I offer both virtual and in-person sessions.
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We invite you to contact us through email or phone to receive a free consultation to determine if we can meet the unique needs of you or your family.
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.
We invite you to contact us through email or phone to receive a free consultation to determine if we can meet the unique needs of you or your family.
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.
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Life can present us with unexpected challenges- family conflict, relationship difficulties, parenting concerns, or haunting past experiences- that can leave us feeling trapped, depressed, anxious, and unhappy in all sorts of ways. While stress is a normal part of the human experience, we don't need to be ruled by it. My passion lies in helping individuals navigate through these difficult thoughts, painful self-defeating beliefs, and experiences. I aim to empower you to take action and reconnect with the things that hold true value in your life.
Life can present us with unexpected challenges- family conflict, relationship difficulties, parenting concerns, or haunting past experiences- that can leave us feeling trapped, depressed, anxious, and unhappy in all sorts of ways. While stress is a normal part of the human experience, we don't need to be ruled by it. My passion lies in helping individuals navigate through these difficult thoughts, painful self-defeating beliefs, and experiences. I aim to empower you to take action and reconnect with the things that hold true value in your life.
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I am a registered Psychologist offering individual, couples, & family counselling. In addition I am trained to provide psychological assessments for adults. I love working to get to the roots of issues you are facing, and I desire to foster hope in your life. I work collaboratively to address any difficulties you may be facing and we can make goals together for counselling. My counselling approach is focused on looking for holistic, long lasting change for my clients. I don't want you to need to come see me forever - I want to work through things with you and help you with skills so you can manage on your own.
I am a registered Psychologist offering individual, couples, & family counselling. In addition I am trained to provide psychological assessments for adults. I love working to get to the roots of issues you are facing, and I desire to foster hope in your life. I work collaboratively to address any difficulties you may be facing and we can make goals together for counselling. My counselling approach is focused on looking for holistic, long lasting change for my clients. I don't want you to need to come see me forever - I want to work through things with you and help you with skills so you can manage on your own.
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I am a Registered Psychologist and Registered Marriage and Family Therapist with over 25 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families. I am committed to implementing evidence based treatment and staying current with best practices through attending national and international conferences, as well as keeping up-to-date with the latest research in the field. I believe that positive, meaningful relationships form the foundation of our well-being and the resolution of conflict can improve these relationships for the benefit of the couples, children and families involved.
I am a Registered Psychologist and Registered Marriage and Family Therapist with over 25 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families. I am committed to implementing evidence based treatment and staying current with best practices through attending national and international conferences, as well as keeping up-to-date with the latest research in the field. I believe that positive, meaningful relationships form the foundation of our well-being and the resolution of conflict can improve these relationships for the benefit of the couples, children and families involved.
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I believe in our capacity to heal and have witnessed this so often. Are you seeking support for yourself, your child or your family? I aim to provide the conditions to support your inherent healing. I'm a Registered Art Therapist and Registered Social Worker with a Clinical Specialization. Common concerns people seek help for include the impact of trauma, anxiety, stress, grief, parent-child relationship concerns, emotional regulation, behavioural issues, self esteem and life transitions. I work from a person-centered, collaborative, strengths-based approach that is trauma informed and grounded in attachment theory.
I believe in our capacity to heal and have witnessed this so often. Are you seeking support for yourself, your child or your family? I aim to provide the conditions to support your inherent healing. I'm a Registered Art Therapist and Registered Social Worker with a Clinical Specialization. Common concerns people seek help for include the impact of trauma, anxiety, stress, grief, parent-child relationship concerns, emotional regulation, behavioural issues, self esteem and life transitions. I work from a person-centered, collaborative, strengths-based approach that is trauma informed and grounded in attachment theory.
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Are you a young person, or parent of a young person, who is struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, identity, unhealthy habits and routines, or the transition to independence? Are you feeling lost about what steps to take next? Alternatively, is your family struggling with family conflict, parental burnout, trauma, navigating life transitions, or just feeling disconnected? I'm here to help.
Are you a young person, or parent of a young person, who is struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, identity, unhealthy habits and routines, or the transition to independence? Are you feeling lost about what steps to take next? Alternatively, is your family struggling with family conflict, parental burnout, trauma, navigating life transitions, or just feeling disconnected? I'm here to help.
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Cheryl's approach to therapy is a collaborative one, and she works in partnership with family physicians, psychiatrists, and other health care professionals.
Cheryl is a Registered Psychologist who provides individual therapy to adolescents and adults, and is also skilled in family therapy. Her work focuses primarily on issues related to depression, anxiety, and relationships.
Cheryl's approach to therapy is a collaborative one, and she works in partnership with family physicians, psychiatrists, and other health care professionals.
Cheryl is a Registered Psychologist who provides individual therapy to adolescents and adults, and is also skilled in family therapy. Her work focuses primarily on issues related to depression, anxiety, and relationships.
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Do you fine it challenging to prioritize your needs over the needs of others? Do you feel overwhelmed about the uncertainties of your future? Do you wonder if it’s possible to prioritize yourself without ruining relationships that you care about? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how to manage relationships, careers, and family. Hi! I'm Natasha the owner of Living Curiously Inc. I believe we all are doing the best we can, yet each of us can find ourselves in need of support during different times in our lives.
Do you fine it challenging to prioritize your needs over the needs of others? Do you feel overwhelmed about the uncertainties of your future? Do you wonder if it’s possible to prioritize yourself without ruining relationships that you care about? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how to manage relationships, careers, and family. Hi! I'm Natasha the owner of Living Curiously Inc. I believe we all are doing the best we can, yet each of us can find ourselves in need of support during different times in our lives.
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My passions: My family, including my Bernedoodle/therapy sidekick Baloo! Cultivating relationships I care about; Learning and exploring the nature of consciousness; Traveling the world; Music- funk/jazz/blues/world/hiphop/rock, and playing drums; Snowboarding, surfing, moving my body, & the outdoors.
I favor a laid back approach to the therapeutic process. My space is colorful, full of plants, and usually has an album humming in the background. I want to create an atmosphere that inspires you to explore your concerns with curiosity, not one that feels like it has expectations. Whether you want to tweak things here and there, or you want to dive as deep as possible, let's do it! Because everyone is unique, I don't have a one-size-fits-all approach. I want to figure out what works best for YOU, in a way that actually feels good. Our struggles can be our greatest teachers, we just have to learn how to listen to them :)
My passions: My family, including my Bernedoodle/therapy sidekick Baloo! Cultivating relationships I care about; Learning and exploring the nature of consciousness; Traveling the world; Music- funk/jazz/blues/world/hiphop/rock, and playing drums; Snowboarding, surfing, moving my body, & the outdoors.
I favor a laid back approach to the therapeutic process. My space is colorful, full of plants, and usually has an album humming in the background. I want to create an atmosphere that inspires you to explore your concerns with curiosity, not one that feels like it has expectations. Whether you want to tweak things here and there, or you want to dive as deep as possible, let's do it! Because everyone is unique, I don't have a one-size-fits-all approach. I want to figure out what works best for YOU, in a way that actually feels good. Our struggles can be our greatest teachers, we just have to learn how to listen to them :)
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Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.