Therapists in Drayton Valley, AB

As a counsellor it is my goal to provide a safe judgement free space for my clients. I have experience in ASD, ADHD, infant and pregnancy loss, family therapy, couples therapy as well as adult, adolescent and children. I am an Certified AutPlay Provider as well as a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist.

Are you feeling overwhelmed with chronic stress and emotionally drained from the issues and conflicts in your life? I can help you navigate and cope with whatever challenges you're facing. My results-oriented approach helps clients move through the counselling and mediation process efficiently, without the need for long-term, ongoing therapy. I specialize in couples counselling, separation and divorce mediation, family mediation, and parent coordination. With over 25 years of experience in conflict resolution, I have developed an approach that helps clients resolve issues quickly and efficiently to move forward and enjoy life fully.

I approach each individual with compassion and empathy. My work and lived experience, along with ongoing education is broad - having worked in hospital and community settings, concurring with years of experience working privately with individuals, couples, and families. I am passionate about my work and strive to build rapport, connections, self-worth, and provide strategies and tools for individuals to meet their goals and attain an overall life balance. If you are feeling "stuck or seeing patterns" in a relationship or within yourself, a job, family, health, or other areas of life, reach out, let's talk about it!

Welcome! We specialize in individual, family, and couples counselling. Whether you are having relationship issues, feeling the magnitude of stress and overwhelm, or feeling stuck and disheartened, our therapists would be honored to walk with you along your path of healing. At our clinic, we will support you in managing depression, anxiety, developing healthier communication, boundaries, and/or emotional flexibility. With extensive education, training, and life experience, our therapists provide support to explore painful experiences in a safe, non-judgmental space.

I have both professional training and personal experience with hard and painful situations. Whether you feel hopeless, unsettled, conflicted or downright angry at your circumstances or maybe you just sense there is way more to this life than you are currently experiencing, I believe I can help. With my direct approach, it won’t take long to get to the heart of the issues, the core problems, so we can work together to find the best possible solutions. I come alongside individuals or couples, adults and teens, to help understand or change perspective so you can rewrite the narrative of your life.

Are you a little different? Queer or Trans? ADHDer? Autistic spouse? Survivor of Religious Trauma? Maybe you have a specific set of unique personalities in your family. Maybe you have a bunch of labels but what you really want to talk about is being lonely. Maybe you've never found someone who really acknowledged that thinking your way through your problems doesn't work. Your problems don't fit in a neat little category, and you don't have a nice little summary of who you are, where you came from, and what is ailing you. Guess what? That's exactly how therapy starts: with the best pieces of you all tangled up with fear and shame.

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

Anna Jongeleen is a distinguished Registered and Certified Canadian Counselor with extensive expertise in a variety of therapeutic modalities. Her certifications include Sex and Integrated Relationship Therapy, Complex Trauma Therapy, Body Psychotherapy, Focusing Psychology, Child and Family Counseling, and Art Psychotherapy. With a rich background in these fields, Anna provides compassionate and insightful support to individuals, couples, and polyamorous relationships of all genders and sexual orientations.

Life is full of unexpected events that can leave us feeling confused, lost, overwhelmed and sometimes alone. I understand that each story is unique. I am passionate about working with clients who are working through relationship concerns (separation, divorce, reconciliation), changing family structures (blended, step-family and parenting), as well as individual issues such as anxiety, depression, women’s issues and adolescent concerns. I work in collaboration with clients to assist in identifying core strengths. I keep a manageable client list so you aren’t left waiting weeks for an appointment. Book online today!

Life is challenging; remember you are not alone. It is possible manage the challenges with self awareness and support (clinicians, friends and family). I enjoy supporting individuals, couples, children, and youth in diverse areas including bully/harassment (workplace and school), burnout management, emotional regulation (depression and anxiety), self–development, and self-understanding. I also specialize in psychological assessments of adults, youths, and children to aid insight into their studies, personality, behaviours, and psychological functioning.

Hope is looking forward with both confidence and unsuredness to something good. When we hope, we anticipate that what we want to happen can indeed happen. I want to walk in hope with you that the future can somehow be better, no matter what its present condition. I use an integrative approach rooted in narrative therapy, emotion focused family therapy, solution focused therapy and attachment theory to find new meaning and change for my clients.

I work with individuals living with anxiety, OCD, depression, disability (short term, long term, permanent), compassion fatigue, caregiver stress, terminal/chronic illness, chronic pain, grief and loss, body image and self love, spirituality and existential issues as well as veterans and military family members.

We offer a variety of counselling services which are tailored to the unique needs of each individual client. All sessions are based on a foundation of respect and acceptance. Everyone in our clinic strives to offer a safe and supportive environment for all clients. We have registered psychologist, provisional psychologists, certified counsellors, and student interns.

Life is about finding the perfect balance. It is about reflecting on your successes and faults in a way that adds perspective and enhances your experiences. Counselling can help you navigate a transitional period in your life. Talking with someone can help foster a greater understanding of ourselves and our relationships. I believe that we all long for a secure base from which to explore life’s challenges, and finding someone who offers reassurance and validation can promote a sense of security, confidence, and resilience.

Are you experiencing problem with anxious thoughts or feelings? Are you looking for a counsellor who is willing to listen, as well as be honest and direct? If so, I'm the counsellor for you. My passion in counselling comes from the belief in change and the necessity to be present in our lives. To steer our own ship! I understand that life is challenging and work, family, and personal demands are difficult to overcome. However, I also believe that with the right person guiding you, you will be able to make changes to feel more well.

We specialize in helping people find a therapist who is the right 'fit' for them. We have created a team of psychologists & counsellors who will give the tools you need to rebuild & move forward with your life. We help women and men, couples, kids, teens, & families heal and grow through life's challenges and transitions. Our team specializes in treatments for anxiety and depression, trauma, relationship problems, grief and loss, addictions, stress management, life transition (including divorce, relocation and family/life stages), ADHD, behaviour problems and OCD with kids, as well as personal growth and development.

Couselling is a very individual and private experience. Sometimes people come to a therapist to overcome emotional pain or discomfort they are experiencing; sometimes they come because they want to resolve some inner conflict; and sometimes they come just because they want to become a better person. I try to match my skills with your needs and work sensitively with you to sort out what it is that brought you to me. I use a variety of therapeutic tools in a transparent way. I work with couples and individuals, both men and women.

I help people overcome anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship issues, and many others. I ensure that my clients have the tools to maintain the gains they have made with me. The services I offer are effective, efficient, collaborative, and affordable. I have an extensive clinical and academic background in psychology, psychiatry, and pharmacology. Moreover, my education in the humanities and my personal varied background helps me serve clients dealing with multicultural, cross-cultural, and family matters. I have been in a private practice since 2009 with 25 years of experience in the field. I also teach at MacEwan University.

I work with already-stable individuals who are looking for more in their lives: more peace, more freedom, more happiness, more fulfillment, more effectiveness, deeper relationships, more meaning. I work with them in any of their life contexts: home, work, family, relationships, friends, spirituality. My clients want to be even better human beings and live more fully aligned with their deepest values. They know there's a "next level" and are looking to build their capacity to get there. They want a trusted partner to assist them on this journey.

You feel life is hard and you are a bit stuck. You feel overwhelmed by current challenges, perhaps exhausted from past trauma, and being anxious about the future. You are looking for some clarity and tools to feel less stressed. If this is the time that you are looking for growth and mental health wellbeing, I am here for you, offering sessions tailored towards your unique needs. Over 17 years, I have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds, and assisted many of them in tough situations, including trauma in different life stages. I provide individual, couple, and family sessions to support you through challenging times.

“We are relational beings" and we discover ourselves in our relationship to others. When these relationships don’t feel “secure”, we may feel alone or in pain, causing personal struggles to be more difficult. My experience in counselling those who face marital, family, and parenting struggles, offers ways to overcome the barriers that get in the way of reaching out to those you love. I offer my authenticity and a supportive place to reflect, and discover new ways of viewing yourself to create positive change.

If you are looking to gain a deeper satisfaction in life, and create a lasting change that will have a trickle down effect into the rest of your life I may be a great fit for you. Together we will work to overcome barriers (PTSD, anxiety, OCD, depression, marital/family difficulties, and existential issues) that are standing in your way of a more joyful life. I have specialized training to work with children, teens, adults and couples. I believe that through acceptance, introspection, exploration and application of these in one’s life change can begin and be long-lasting. I'd be happy to meet with you!

Whether you are hoping to address issues related to your career, your family, or your relationships, or you wish to overcome problems like depression, anxiety, stress management, or grief, I do my best to provide a non-judgemental space for people to work on those issues. I also provide formal assessment services, if you would like to achieve a better understanding of your issues. Finally, some of my clients also need support in managing behaviours that place them (or could place them) in conflict with the law, such as issues related to anger, violence or sexual behaviours.