Chronic Pain Therapists in Edmonton, AB

Life is a combination of highs, lows and everything in between. Navigating all of these experiences can be challenging and, at times, overwhelming. That's where I come in. Using a client-centred approach, I support my clients identify their unique struggles and strengths, so that we can map out the steps forward. Throughout the therapeutic process, I use empathy, compassion and evidence based practices to ensure that my clients needs and goals are being met.

Nest Integrative Wellness is a team of mental health professionals focused on providing support for families transitioning into parenthood. Parents experiencing postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, intrusive thoughts, fertility struggles, grief and loss, birth trauma, post adoption support and other struggles are not alone. We can support you in enjoying the newborn days and navigating the rollercoaster of early parenthood.

Welcome! I am an empathetic, caring, and down-to-earth person, who is genuinely interested in supporting you through your journey in counselling. It is important to me that while we work together, you feel supported and accepted. Humor and sensitivity are key ingredients in establishing a successful working relationship. I believe that no two people are the same. As such, you can expect that my approach to your counselling will be as unique as you are.

Hi, I’m Allison and I’m glad you are here. Life can throw a lot of curveballs our way. Some days it can feel as though we are drowning in life stressors and caught in worrying spirals or experiencing task paralysis. Other days may feel doable but then a trauma trigger hits us, and we get stopped in our tracks. A counselling relationship can help us navigate through overwhelming and difficult life circumstances. Reaching out for help is hard but with a little bit of discomfort comes change and growth!

Our team members are all trained in various specialties and treatment approaches, creating the opportunity for us to support individuals from all walks of life facing diverse issues. Whether you are seeking child, family, individual or couples therapy to address anything from anxiety to processing a traumatic event, one of our team members will be happy to help.

Do you struggle with your emotions? Do they feel overwhelming to the point where it seems like they are the ones deciding what you say and do? Are your thoughts and feelings so painful at times that you feel desperate to get some relief? Does it feel like you need more tools to better understand, experience, and manage your emotions so they don't get in the way of you living the kind of life you want to live? If so, I would love to support you in that quest!

I am a doctoral level Registered Psychologist with 10 years of counselling and assessment experience and have had the opportunity to work with individuals and couples from diverse backgrounds. My experience is derived from a number of sources including: (a) working as a teacher and sessional instructor; (b) completing internships at the university counselling center; (c) working in rehabilitation centres; and (d) training and experience using Prolonged Exposure, aiding me in working with single incident and cumulative trauma.

Maybe you have dreams and goals that feel like they are slipping away or have gotten off track. You might have conflicting needs, wants, or values that are leaving you feeling stuck or even out of control. Perhaps you have big emotions that are clouding your vision and dictating behavior causing distress. You might be questioning where you came from and how you got here and want to find acceptance and belonging. We can work together towards flexible, organic goals, dialing in structure as we seek to understand where you are, where you have come from, and where you would actually like to go.

I am keen to work with individuals interested in personal development, and dealing head-on with obstacles to that development. There is likely some awareness of what those obstacles might be, because the individual is encountering difficulties in relationships to self and/or others, in role functioning, or in comfort and enjoyment with life. Insight and self-understanding are sought, and there is an interest in clarifying how past history might be implicated in current issues. There may also be a degree of frustration in terms of recognizing emotions or appreciating opposing poles of specific conflicts. Motivation to work is key.

I provide a safe place to process, heal and change, with an open, warm and practical approach to counselling. Sometimes clients jokingly say, 'I have issues'. Well, we all have 'issues'. When these issues become overwhelming, I help you gain the skills necessary to move forward. I think expressing both "negative" and "positive" emotions are important to well-being. I consider therapy a success when you leave with increased clarity about the issues that you are dealing with, feel hopeful about addressing the challenges holding you back, and feel confident practicing new skills that you have added to your personal skill set.

I am competent in assisting individuals in a trauma informed manner with anxiety and depression. While encouraging self-care, reflection, and committed actions towards their goals. I am a registered yoga teacher and enjoy incorporating aspects of yoga into the therapeutic process.

A happy life is not experienced when everything is perfect, but when everything is in balance. I am committed to supporting you throughout your difficult experiences, whether it is a situational stress, or one that has been a long term concern. The goal is to assist you in moving closer towards becoming the best version of yourself! Many clients access services for support in managing anxiety and depression symptoms, problematic substance use, medical model cannabis use therapy, harm reduction, relationship concerns, and / or in understanding how their body responds to stressful, or even traumatic, experiences.

Do you ask yourself “what’s the point”, feel exhausted, stuck, alone, overwhelmed, stressed, isolated or withdrawn? Do you think to yourself, I’m not in control, not good enough, or I'm a failure? Do you lack focus & concentration or have a loss of interest or pleasure in life? Do memories of your childhood, a recent loss, or an accident interfering in your activities of daily living? If you connected to any of the above and are looking for something different, better, or more, we can work together to create a treatment plan offering you hope, to help guide you, and support you in having a more functioning, healthier & happier life.

Hello, my name is Loredana Potestio and I am a Registered Psychologist. I offer counselling services to children, teens, adults, couples and families. I work with individuals from diverse cultures, ethnicities, backgrounds, spiritual beliefs, and sexual orientations. I bring a non-judgemental, warm, genuine, empathetic, and supportive environment when working with individuals. I also take a client centred approach when working with clients in order to empower and motivate my clients to make the changes they desire within their life.

When you feel that life has handed you more than you can handle, it can be overwhelming. Whether you are grappling with anxiety or stress, or depression, you don't need to suffer alone. Long-term struggles with anxiety have long-term effects. Slowly one comes to realize how it manifests, you may feel it in your quality of sleep, your relationships, in your body and feeling like your on auto-pilot. In reality, this is just your body trying to deal with constant stress, criticism, shame, guilt, and the feeling of ‘not good enough'.

If you visit Rediscover Psychological Services you can expect a safe and supportive environment to tell your story. You already have a great deal of strength and resilience from all the storms you've had to weather through life’s messiness. It is understood that you wish to be heard, understood and validated because we all walk a similar rocky path at some point in our humanness.

There are problems . . . and there are solutions, and sometimes it's just nice to talk through them! I am not your typical psychologist. I don't work in a stuffy office and you won't lay down on a couch. I help you develop the skills and abilities necessary to move forward and conquer your problems. By helping people identify the things they wish to have changed in their lives and further develop the skills they already have, I help clients construct a concrete vision for themselves and make that vision a reality. I help you find solutions!

Many of my clients seek therapy for additional support when encountering unexpected challenges or problems without clear solutions. As a therapist, I focus on establishing a secure relationship with my clients, allowing us to speak candidly and get curious about current struggles. Because of their focus on personal development, many of my clients opt to receive ongoing support to process issues that arise over time.

Hi! You've taken the first step in searching for help - let me help you take the next one. I am a registered psychologist with a passion for helping people recover from their past, learn new ways of navigating their present, and discover their life's purpose. I work with a variety of life concerns - including trauma, abuse, addiction, stress/anxiety, depression, emotions management and issues of faith. I believe that every person has the capacity for love, joy and peace in their lives. And that we can all use a little help along the way.

Many people who struggle with mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and stress, feel embarrassed or stigmatized. Others who struggle with domestic violence, relationship issues, faith based struggles, addiction issues, suicidal ideations, and anger management issues feel alone and unsure of who they can speak to. The foundation of my counselling practice is being compassionate and non-judgmental. I provide a person-centred practice which is about the client defining their own goals. I assure my clients they are in a safe place, confidentiality upheld, validated, and their life story and experiences honoured.

I specialize in helping people who experience depression, anxiety, low self-confidence, and painful feelings in current or past significant relationships. My work involves assisting people to make sense of their emotional reactions and supporting them to use this information to make wise decisions for their life. At other times, I help people alleviate their painful emotions by using techniques that change unhelpful emotion states to more invigorating emotion states. I believe in practicing as a culturally competent therapist, striving to be knowledgeable, open and respectful of the cultural beliefs and practices of all people.

At Allegro Counselling we offer a custom approach for each of our clients. Understanding where you are now and the challenges you are facing, while providing support is important at our clinic. We will pair you with a clinician who is skilled in area that bests supports you and we believe this individualized approach will maximize your success.

If you've experienced a traumatic event and suspect you have PTSD, if you're dealing with ADHD, have sustained a brain injury or concussion, or are confronting challenges related to addiction, depression, and anxiety, or if you are looking to improve in business, arts, or athletics, I have the experience and techniques to help you.

I developed a keen interest in medically related problems and their psychological impact. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families. I do not restrict myself to one specific type of client. As a Psychologist, want to help them cope with the diagnosis and work with them throughout their treatment.