In Person Therapists in Drumheller, AB

I genuinely believe that people do well if they can! Everyone wants to succeed and feel capable and confident in their life. Struggles often stem from very real obstacles in the way. A quality assessment can be instrumental in creating a meaningful and effective way forward. I specialize in comprehensive assessments to provide insight into areas of strengths, skill development, advocacy, and support. There is no one right way to approach thinking, learning or experiencing life. I offer parent and school consultation to improve connection and family relationships and help people thrive in all aspects of their life.

In my practice, it is important to me that my clients feel heard and understood. I use an integrative approach combining techniques from traditional talk therapy to offering non-talk therapy for clients who have experienced PTSD or long-term trauma. My sessions are client-focused fostering self-awareness and personal growth. I emphasize building a strong therapeutic alliance, where clients are encouraged to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviours with support, and kindness. Through collaborative goal-setting and practical strategies, I guide clients toward positive change and resilience.

*Offering online telehealth counselling* Life has its struggles and with all of the uncertainty in the world right now, it is imperative that you get the support and approach that can make a difference in your life. Many times we can end up using coping mechanisms that make matters worse rather than better. If you have noticed drinking more, increased irritability, increased negative thinking patterns, or lack of tolerance for your kids, I would be honoured to work with you to get you to a more positive and meaningful place in your life.

I enjoy working with clients who struggle in relationships, marital, family, professional or familial. Having a background in attachment theory I work well with individuals/couples who struggle with depression or anxiety stemming from events and relationships from their early childhood, and find themselves choosing similar relationships now which do not fulfill them. I excel assisting individuals who suspect themselves of struggling with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) either due to a large trauma in their history, or due to several small trauma's. I work with individuals and families aged 3-70, whoever is ready to address their concerns.

Are you ready to move forward and learn new ways of facing life's challenges? Facing the day with hope rather than despair. Facing challenges head on and having faith that you will succeed. Having a goal, a plan, and the support to get there. Forming deeper connections with those closest to you. Rediscovering your passion and confidence. Rediscovering hope. When life becomes particularly difficult, it can help to have someone guide you along the way. The decision to come to counselling is never an easy one and takes both strength and courage. There is help. There is hope.

Is Depression preventing you from doing the things that you love? Is Anxiety causing you feelings of overwhelming worry? Have you suffered loss or trauma? Have you been the target of workplace bullying or a workplace injury? Do you suffer with chronic pain? Do you have concerns about your marriage and wish for better communication and problem solving? Is your teen struggling with navigating the challenges of school, friendships, anxiety, or depression?

You’re overwhelmed, burnt out and struggling with the stressors of day to day life. You’re trying to juggle all your responsibilities, taking care of others when all you want to do is lay down because life feels out of control. Some days you are so over stimulated that you need the noise to stop so you can just think. Wanting to let go of the hurt from the past so you can move forwards. Saying “I am NOT okay!” is the hardest and most important step in taking control of your life and pushing yourself to heal and move forwards towards the life you've dreamed of and deserve!

Therapy is a support, and we all have other various supports in our lives. At times we face challenges where we want help, whether it’s rock climbing, building a home, raising children, or thinking about life changing decisions. We’ve perhaps watched someone build a house by themselves on YouTube, but even when they do it by themselves, they use all kinds of buttresses and structures to support things while they get the home to the point where it holds itself together without those supports. Therapists work themselves out of a job because we want to see people grow and succeed, gaining the tools and confidence to thrive in life.

I am a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists. I specialize in working with children, adolescents and young adults. My experience and training is diverse. I have worked with adolescents in an Alberta Health Services collaborative inpatient unit. As a former guidance counsellor I have provided counselling to at risk teens. In private practice, I have conducted psycho-educational assessments for learning disorders, giftedness, ADHD, anxiety, and depression. I provide strategies for clients with ADHD and more. In therapy, I am respectful, open-minded and embrace Client Centered paradigms.

Are you presently struggling due to a loss or life transition? Are you having difficulty coping with anxiety and depression? Life changes can be overwhelming, and you may feel there is no positive way to handle the challenges life can bring. When working with individuals, couples, and families, we strive to create an environment of emotional safety, and a place where you feel heard. We work collaboratively with clients to promote new skills and ways of learning, and to support you in making a commitment to living more fully, moving forward, and find healing.