Self-Harming Therapists in Calgary, AB
Getting to the point where you feel like you need therapy can feel awful. You have probably tried many ways of getting better and they haven't worked for you or not well enough. Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed, confused, powerless and disconnected from yourself and others? You don't need to feel like you aren't good enough. You don't need to feel stuck in anger, sadness, fear or disgust. You don't need to feel like your past is heavy and weighing you down in the present. You can process your past so you can live in the present moment. You can feel good about yourself and connect to others. You deserve joy now and in the future.
Getting to the point where you feel like you need therapy can feel awful. You have probably tried many ways of getting better and they haven't worked for you or not well enough. Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed, confused, powerless and disconnected from yourself and others? You don't need to feel like you aren't good enough. You don't need to feel stuck in anger, sadness, fear or disgust. You don't need to feel like your past is heavy and weighing you down in the present. You can process your past so you can live in the present moment. You can feel good about yourself and connect to others. You deserve joy now and in the future.
I am glad that you made it here! If you struggle with food and body image, you have come to the right place. Maybe you think about food all the time, or yo-yo diet, or maybe you find yourself restricting what you eat without knowing why, or how to stop. Food and eating are a part of our culture that often become warped and distorted. Whether you have internalized messages that state that you have to be a certain size to have value, or you feel like food allows you to numb out, constant thoughts about food and body image can be exhausting.
I am glad that you made it here! If you struggle with food and body image, you have come to the right place. Maybe you think about food all the time, or yo-yo diet, or maybe you find yourself restricting what you eat without knowing why, or how to stop. Food and eating are a part of our culture that often become warped and distorted. Whether you have internalized messages that state that you have to be a certain size to have value, or you feel like food allows you to numb out, constant thoughts about food and body image can be exhausting.
As a Registered Psychologist, I specialize in using neurofeedback therapy. It is a very unique type of therapy that I find to be incredibly effective for many mental health concerns. Trauma, either physical or emotional, can cause the brain to lose its balance. Instead of medications, or talk therapy, we go right to the source of many issues, the brain. By training the brain to have better activity, you will notice improvements in many areas of your life! Sessions are relaxing (many people even sleep through a session), very safe, simple and effective.
As a Registered Psychologist, I specialize in using neurofeedback therapy. It is a very unique type of therapy that I find to be incredibly effective for many mental health concerns. Trauma, either physical or emotional, can cause the brain to lose its balance. Instead of medications, or talk therapy, we go right to the source of many issues, the brain. By training the brain to have better activity, you will notice improvements in many areas of your life! Sessions are relaxing (many people even sleep through a session), very safe, simple and effective.
Margaret J Taylor
Psychologist, BEd, BA, MC, R Psych, EMDR
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2Y (Online Only)
Margaret believes that Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) efficiently takes the pain out of the memories and that "Laughter is the best medicine" particularly when paired with music and self-help strategies! I will assist you similarly to TRAIN YOUR BRAIN in the same process you learned your multiplication tables, safely and securely via Jane software video on your computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone or via telephone or texting. *Alberta residents only, please and thank you, as per my registered psychologist license. 1-403-680-9707 Cel.
Margaret believes that Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) efficiently takes the pain out of the memories and that "Laughter is the best medicine" particularly when paired with music and self-help strategies! I will assist you similarly to TRAIN YOUR BRAIN in the same process you learned your multiplication tables, safely and securely via Jane software video on your computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone or via telephone or texting. *Alberta residents only, please and thank you, as per my registered psychologist license. 1-403-680-9707 Cel.
I have worked in the mental health field for over 15 years specializing in developmental trauma and issues related to trauma. Things like anxiety, depression, isolation, grief, and difficult relationships are often just the most noticeable symptoms of something more deeply rooted. If you feel like you keep getting stuck or notice the same fears and patterns come up during stressful times, it may be because the root of the problem hasn’t been found or processed.
I have worked in the mental health field for over 15 years specializing in developmental trauma and issues related to trauma. Things like anxiety, depression, isolation, grief, and difficult relationships are often just the most noticeable symptoms of something more deeply rooted. If you feel like you keep getting stuck or notice the same fears and patterns come up during stressful times, it may be because the root of the problem hasn’t been found or processed.
Are you dealing with anxious thoughts? Are you struggling to connect with others or even yourself? Are your relationships suffering? Perhaps you are dealing with grief and loss? Feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, and frustrated can be disheartening. I am here to tell you that it is possible to gain perspective once again! It is possible to improve your relationships! You can improve your life- and I would be honoured to be part of that journey.
Are you dealing with anxious thoughts? Are you struggling to connect with others or even yourself? Are your relationships suffering? Perhaps you are dealing with grief and loss? Feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, and frustrated can be disheartening. I am here to tell you that it is possible to gain perspective once again! It is possible to improve your relationships! You can improve your life- and I would be honoured to be part of that journey.
Life has its many challenges, it can be messy, and complicated. Maybe you feel stuck, overwhelmed, angry, lost, and not sure what to do. Maybe you are not able to respond to people or situations in your life the way you would like to. You want more freedom, choice, control, and clarity. You want to feel less weighed down, and more relaxed in your body and life. You want a healthier more connected relationship with yourself and others. Curious if counselling would be helpful? A safe, collaborative therapeutic relationship where you feel comfortable sharing your story, being your authentic self, feeling heard, and seen can help.
Life has its many challenges, it can be messy, and complicated. Maybe you feel stuck, overwhelmed, angry, lost, and not sure what to do. Maybe you are not able to respond to people or situations in your life the way you would like to. You want more freedom, choice, control, and clarity. You want to feel less weighed down, and more relaxed in your body and life. You want a healthier more connected relationship with yourself and others. Curious if counselling would be helpful? A safe, collaborative therapeutic relationship where you feel comfortable sharing your story, being your authentic self, feeling heard, and seen can help.
Jodie Purnell
Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2J
Waitlist for new clients
I provide support and guidance for anxiety, trauma, stress, and relationships. My clients say I am their "safe space." I feel privileged to play that role! I have experience working with adults in various stages of relational and personal development. I am also skilled in working with couples. My approach involves a collaborative process of building a genuine therapeutic relationship, defining goals and values, and addressing obstacles to growth. I use a variety of therapy models, depending on specific needs. I accept you as you are as I join you in your journey.
I provide support and guidance for anxiety, trauma, stress, and relationships. My clients say I am their "safe space." I feel privileged to play that role! I have experience working with adults in various stages of relational and personal development. I am also skilled in working with couples. My approach involves a collaborative process of building a genuine therapeutic relationship, defining goals and values, and addressing obstacles to growth. I use a variety of therapy models, depending on specific needs. I accept you as you are as I join you in your journey.
Lauren Gaudet Emdr Dbr Booking New Clients
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
14 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2G (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adult individuals coping with stress, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma as well as life transitions, caring for an aging parent, and exploring self compassion. Each person's growth is completely unique to them. What does your growth look like? We can figure this out together utilizing evidence-based practices and tailoring therapy specifically to you. I have specialized training in EMDR, Deep Brain Reorienting 'DBR', and the Safe and Sound Protocol 'SSP'. I am also supporting new therapists who are looking for consultation. With 10 years experience I really enjoy supporting new practitioners.
I specialize in working with adult individuals coping with stress, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma as well as life transitions, caring for an aging parent, and exploring self compassion. Each person's growth is completely unique to them. What does your growth look like? We can figure this out together utilizing evidence-based practices and tailoring therapy specifically to you. I have specialized training in EMDR, Deep Brain Reorienting 'DBR', and the Safe and Sound Protocol 'SSP'. I am also supporting new therapists who are looking for consultation. With 10 years experience I really enjoy supporting new practitioners.
Jeff Gilchrist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW, BSW, BSc Psy
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2L
Are you feeling frustrated and stuck with your emotions, your relationship with yourself and others? Have you hit a wall in trying to cope with life's stressors? I am here to listen and support you. I will work with you to deliver evidence based therapy interventions in an integrative manner to help you reach your goals. I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience. My passion is supporting people with PTSD, dissociation, anxiety and borderline personality disorder. I work from a foundation of attachment, relational and feminist theory.
Are you feeling frustrated and stuck with your emotions, your relationship with yourself and others? Have you hit a wall in trying to cope with life's stressors? I am here to listen and support you. I will work with you to deliver evidence based therapy interventions in an integrative manner to help you reach your goals. I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience. My passion is supporting people with PTSD, dissociation, anxiety and borderline personality disorder. I work from a foundation of attachment, relational and feminist theory.
I enjoy helping people navigate through challenges, such as self-esteem, life transitions, low motivation, grief/loss, and conflict. I have experience supporting people with childhood trauma, addictions, depression, and anxiety. I love working with people from all walks of life and am particularly passionate about supporting immigrants and BIPOC communities.
I enjoy helping people navigate through challenges, such as self-esteem, life transitions, low motivation, grief/loss, and conflict. I have experience supporting people with childhood trauma, addictions, depression, and anxiety. I love working with people from all walks of life and am particularly passionate about supporting immigrants and BIPOC communities.
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Registered Provisional Psychologist, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2N
My approach to counselling comes from the perspective that people have the capacity to adapt to their experiences and environment. I believe that healing is best supported in connection with others and I view the counselling relationship as an integral part of change. I help clients make sense of how their life experiences are affecting their current personal challenges, behaviour patterns, and relationship distress, using brain-based approaches to help clients reconnect with their true selves. I emphasize holistic care, facilitating secure attachments within a client’s network to promote optimal development and meaningful change.
My approach to counselling comes from the perspective that people have the capacity to adapt to their experiences and environment. I believe that healing is best supported in connection with others and I view the counselling relationship as an integral part of change. I help clients make sense of how their life experiences are affecting their current personal challenges, behaviour patterns, and relationship distress, using brain-based approaches to help clients reconnect with their true selves. I emphasize holistic care, facilitating secure attachments within a client’s network to promote optimal development and meaningful change.
Hali Fehr
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MA, COUNS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2H
Many of us have lost touch, abandoned, forgotten, or detached from the things that make us unique, bring us joy, and motivate us to build the life that we want to live. This sense of loss can produce many side effects such as anxiety, addiction, and depression. It can also cause us to attract relationships or people in our lives that are out of alignment with our soul's essence causing conflict, confusion, and chaos. If you are feeling lost, alone, confused, anxious, or rejected by others and or yourself - these can be clues that you have lost connection with important parts of yourself.
Many of us have lost touch, abandoned, forgotten, or detached from the things that make us unique, bring us joy, and motivate us to build the life that we want to live. This sense of loss can produce many side effects such as anxiety, addiction, and depression. It can also cause us to attract relationships or people in our lives that are out of alignment with our soul's essence causing conflict, confusion, and chaos. If you are feeling lost, alone, confused, anxious, or rejected by others and or yourself - these can be clues that you have lost connection with important parts of yourself.
Are you going through or have you recently gone through a significant life transition or loss? Are you noticing you are not quite handling things the way you used to or are feeling as if you are living in survival mode? I have dedicated my career to supporting folks in making meaningful change in their life. I specialize in helping folks recover from Grief and Loss, and I do not just mean loss from losing a love one. I can help folks experiencing all sorts of loss ranging from the loss of a career, a friendship, an intimate relationship, a pet, etc.
Are you going through or have you recently gone through a significant life transition or loss? Are you noticing you are not quite handling things the way you used to or are feeling as if you are living in survival mode? I have dedicated my career to supporting folks in making meaningful change in their life. I specialize in helping folks recover from Grief and Loss, and I do not just mean loss from losing a love one. I can help folks experiencing all sorts of loss ranging from the loss of a career, a friendship, an intimate relationship, a pet, etc.
I collaborate with clients to help them pursue healing, growth, and change in their lives. I support clients as they work through trauma due to present and past events, and to form meaning and purpose moving forward. I combine EMDR, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and play therapy, depending on clients' needs. I offer family mediation for those experiencing separation or divorce, to improve communication and build a path forward. I work with individuals, couples, and children. My hope is that clients achieve personal goals, connectedness, resolution, and the ability to face life head on.
I collaborate with clients to help them pursue healing, growth, and change in their lives. I support clients as they work through trauma due to present and past events, and to form meaning and purpose moving forward. I combine EMDR, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and play therapy, depending on clients' needs. I offer family mediation for those experiencing separation or divorce, to improve communication and build a path forward. I work with individuals, couples, and children. My hope is that clients achieve personal goals, connectedness, resolution, and the ability to face life head on.
Mo Bamuwagun - Layers Mental Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, MMP, CCTPII
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3R (Online Only)
Why: I believe life is a journey, the people and experiences we engage with along the way shape who we are and who we become. I have had intimate encounters with addiction and mental health and the people who walked with me through those journeys were, are still important to me. What ever your reason for reaching out, whether it is a relationship concern, life goals, loss/grief or adjusting to life stressors. Maybe it’s a concern that impacts your mood, personality, and keeps you in a triggered anxious and depressive place, Lets journey together.
Why: I believe life is a journey, the people and experiences we engage with along the way shape who we are and who we become. I have had intimate encounters with addiction and mental health and the people who walked with me through those journeys were, are still important to me. What ever your reason for reaching out, whether it is a relationship concern, life goals, loss/grief or adjusting to life stressors. Maybe it’s a concern that impacts your mood, personality, and keeps you in a triggered anxious and depressive place, Lets journey together.
I work with individuals, parents, children, teens and families looking for support for a wide range of issues. I specialize in issues relating to trauma for adults and children, PTSD, adoption (I am an adoptive parent), parenting, attachment, ADHD, trauma, loss, accepting a diagnosis for you or your child, and living well with chronic disease. I also provide psychoeducational assessments.
I work with individuals, parents, children, teens and families looking for support for a wide range of issues. I specialize in issues relating to trauma for adults and children, PTSD, adoption (I am an adoptive parent), parenting, attachment, ADHD, trauma, loss, accepting a diagnosis for you or your child, and living well with chronic disease. I also provide psychoeducational assessments.
As human beings we face a variety of personal challenges. I agree with Historian and Musician Bernice Johnson Reagon who said, "Life's challenges are not supposed to paralyze you, they're supposed to help you discover who you are". It is my goal to always approach my clients in a non-judgemental, supportive manner. I will assist you in shifting self-defeating behaviors and thoughts through psycho-education, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness practice. This will enable clients to learn new ways of addressing the issues they encounter and begin to understand themselves more deeply on their journey of healing and growth.
As human beings we face a variety of personal challenges. I agree with Historian and Musician Bernice Johnson Reagon who said, "Life's challenges are not supposed to paralyze you, they're supposed to help you discover who you are". It is my goal to always approach my clients in a non-judgemental, supportive manner. I will assist you in shifting self-defeating behaviors and thoughts through psycho-education, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness practice. This will enable clients to learn new ways of addressing the issues they encounter and begin to understand themselves more deeply on their journey of healing and growth.
Denisse Martinez Aguilar
Pre-Licensed Professional, BCR, MACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3B
My practice focuses on finding and highlighting your strengths, tailoring our sessions to fit you, and acknowledging your identities, cultural influences, interpersonal dynamics, and societal factors. During our sessions, you can expect a safe and brave space where you can be yourself and feel truly supported. Surrounded by values of decolonization, anti-oppression and accessibility for all. As a counsellor, I'm committed to being an integral part of your team, guiding you toward self-discovery and empowering you to lead the life YOU aspire to live.
My practice focuses on finding and highlighting your strengths, tailoring our sessions to fit you, and acknowledging your identities, cultural influences, interpersonal dynamics, and societal factors. During our sessions, you can expect a safe and brave space where you can be yourself and feel truly supported. Surrounded by values of decolonization, anti-oppression and accessibility for all. As a counsellor, I'm committed to being an integral part of your team, guiding you toward self-discovery and empowering you to lead the life YOU aspire to live.
When you feel all hope is lost, there is STILL hope! Vincent van Gogh said, “There may be a great fire in our soul, yet no one ever comes to warm himself at it, and the passers-by see only a wisp of smoke.” I consider my job to hear and feel with you the great fire of your soul—your struggles, feelings of hopelessness and worry, feeling controlled by your emotions and past trauma, repeating patterns of conflict, battling addiction, or fighting an inner battle that others may not fully understand or appreciate.
When you feel all hope is lost, there is STILL hope! Vincent van Gogh said, “There may be a great fire in our soul, yet no one ever comes to warm himself at it, and the passers-by see only a wisp of smoke.” I consider my job to hear and feel with you the great fire of your soul—your struggles, feelings of hopelessness and worry, feeling controlled by your emotions and past trauma, repeating patterns of conflict, battling addiction, or fighting an inner battle that others may not fully understand or appreciate.
