Trauma Focused Therapists in Edmonton, AB

As a counselor I recognize my privilege and am honored to be a part of your journey. Working with me means that I see you as the expert of your lived experiences. At the end of the day we are all unique in our wants, needs, and desires, and what works for some does not mean it will always work for everyone. My aim is to work with you and meet you where you are at so we can figure out what is working, what needs to change, and how we can get there together. After all, this is YOUR journey. Counselling with me is a collaborative process where your voice, opinions, and experiences matter, are important, and are valid.

It can be hard to enjoy life, especially when our innermost thoughts and automatic reactions are difficult or painful. It can feel like we are "stuck" on autopilot causing many areas of our life to feel unsatisfying, stressful, or overwhelming. I help people get "unstuck" from the symptoms of stress that they have been trying to manage (panic, anxiety, relationship issues, reactivity, body pain). By reducing chronically held tension in our nervous system, we are better able to manage our responsibilities, our relationships, and recover easier. Therapy can help restore an inner calm and can help you come back to yourself.

Welcome. My name is Rosa. I am an experienced Registered Clinical Social Worker with a 15 year history of working with diverse populations within the Addiction and Mental Health field. I believe in meeting people where they're at with no judgments or preconceived notions. I come from a place of authenticity and curiosity, believing that the client is the expert of their life and that through our work we can set realistic goals for moving forward. I approach my work with an anti-oppressive, strengths based and trauma informed lens. Furthermore, I bring a great sense of creativity, humor, openness and warmth to my practice approach.

PsychSolutions is an Edmonton based Mental Wellness Clinic, focused on supporting people to heal, grow, and thrive. Our therapists support people in moving through and beyond life difficulties and traumas experienced. Our therapists use empirically validated treatment approaches, in addition to approaches found to be clinically effective. Treatment is always fine-tuned to match specific client needs and preferences to ensure best fit occurs and clients are able to connect with strategies taught. We support clients in becoming the “who they want to be” and to move towards the “life that they are wanting.” www.psychsolutions.ca

My practice currently focusses on Neurofeedback. Seeing a Neurofeedback therapist is a different kind of therapy experience. The main focus of your sessions is on improving your brain health and retraining your brain waves so that you’ll begin to feel better, sooner. Neurofeedback can help with a wide range of difficulties including those related to mental health and wellness, ADHD, ASD, learning struggles, disrupted sleep, mTBI/concussions, and long Covid. It is therapy with the brain in mind. Neurofeedback is a way of teaching the nervous system how to regulate itself, getting it 'unstuck' and more flexible and resilient.

Cornerstone Counselling is a not-for-profit agency committed to providing professional, affordable, and accessible counselling and mental health services for all Albertans. We offer subsidies and a sliding scale for rates, based upon financial need, to ensure that our counselling services are affordable. We provide secular and faith-based counselling in-person, virtually, and by phone.

I am a doctoral-level psychologist who has provided psychotherapy and assessment for almost 20 years in the Alberta area. I have training in many treatment modalities; however, I mostly use Cognitive Behavioural Therapies (CBT) to address a range of issues including trauma and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, panic, OCD, perfectionism, grief, substance use difficulties, as well as identity and relationship struggles.

Working together towards a shared goal, I aim to create a safe space for you as you take the next step towards wellness. It is a privilege to work with, and learn from, my clients. Mental health impacts all aspects of people’s lives and I have a genuine passion to walk alongside individuals, couples, and families as they explore their experiences and begin a new way forward. I believe that therapy is a joint journey and that every person is unique. Through our work together I aim to create a place for you to express your story and work together to reach your goals. I look forward to taking the next step with you

Are you ready to feel connected again, to let go of trauma, dysfunctional habits, and fears that have prevented you from moving forward and reaching your goals? I can help. I work in the areas of self-esteem, emotional regulation, eating disorders, addictions, relationships, work, and overall fulfillment in life. Whether you are caught in destructive patterns, experiencing anxiety, depression, panic, unexplainable sadness, or disconnection from yourself, together we can work to help you gain a sense of grounding, safety, healing, and freedom.

Are you a mom, mom-to-be, or are you wanting to become a mom & find yourself struggling more lately? Maybe wondering if you have anxiety or depression? Do you feel stuck, exhausted, & overwhelmed? Do you strive to be the best mom & then find yourself irritable and yelling at your kids? Cue the mom guilt. Does your brain never shut off with all the to dos & worries? Do you feel the pressure to do it all, but just can’t? Do you feel uncomfortable in your body due to its shape &/or size? Are you struggling with major & unexpected life curveballs, such as distressing & confusing relationship strife, separation or divorce?

I help people find healthier ways of coping with life’s stress, change bad habits, and recover from life’s challenges. We'll explore, with curiosity, what purpose your habits might serve or used to serve. Then, from a place of understanding, we can discuss how to meet those same needs in ways that are better for you and your lifestyle now. I gained this experience working for 10-years with people in recovery from trauma, addiction, and mental illness and I believe that change is possible for anyone. But it's not easy to do on your own; I'm here to help.

Therapy is an opportunity to find ways to live a more fulfilling and satisfying life. It helps in overcoming difficult symptoms or stresses, cope effectively with problems or bring positives into your life when things are going well. I work with people struggling in their family relationships, or those in high distress from loss, grief & trauma, or people trying to cope with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, or emotional pain. In my work with individuals I have learned that working from a broad base of theories and techniques is best integrated in the therapeutic work.

“We’re all too vulnerable to face the hugeness of life alone. It doesn’t make sense to do that… we need each other” (Sue Johnson). I believe that meaningful connection with ourselves and others is central to our wellbeing. Unfortunately, painful past experiences and unhelpful patterns can sometimes get in the way. Relationship struggles can erode our self-worth and leave us feeling anxious, depressed, exploited, and alone. They can also create ripples that disrupt other important parts of our lives – our health, work, and kids. You're here because you’re wanting change. I'm here to provide a safe space for your journey to change.

I work with adults and youth from diverse backgrounds who are faced with a variety of mental health and social concerns. Specifically, I specialize in the social-emotional issues of trauma, depression and anxiety. Life can already be challenging, but worry, stress, fear, doubt, guilt, sadness, frustration, or disappointment, well... that makes it rough. It is my belief that we have the resources to effectively manage the challenges that we are confronted by. We might just need a reminder about what those strengths and skills are. And it couldn't hurt to learn a new technique or two to improve our wellness.

Self care isn’t just about managing things like anxiety or depression. It is about recognizing when you’re stuck and finding a way to move forward. It’s about thriving, instead of just surviving. It’s about unlocking the potential you know is there. In our work together, you will benefit from my multifaceted approach, including being welcomed by Nibby, my four-footed companion. When you enter my office, you will notice a variety of seating options, offered as a means to help you to tune in to your body and what feels most comfortable.

People come into therapy, often, because they are in a crisis of some kind - personally or relationally. They are at a cross-roads; they are filled with indecision. They may not know 'where to start' when I ask them what brings them into therapy, but they know that they feel very far away from themselves; they feel very far away from contentment or happiness. Maybe there has been a 'tipping point' that underscores the urgency to look at self-destructive patterns. In the midst of the crisis is also a clarity, a readiness, a yearning for change - for wholeness.

The struggles we face today, if not addressed, will interfere with our confidence, relationships and careers. I equip people with the mental and emotional fitness required to identify and remove the obstacles hijacking our stories. The problem is pain, trauma, and repeated hardship can keep us from accessing our natural potential. By processing our suffering we can summon the hope and courage to choose for ourselves, how we want to live.

Are you ready to move beyond coping and toward change and healing? I help clients achieve their goals by introducing practical strategies/skills, while simultaneously working through the causes of issues so that symptoms reduce in the long term. This may involve re-evaluating your thinking, improving awareness and regulation of emotions, getting in tune with your values, identifying parts of yourself that are in conflict, or making peace with past experiences. Everyone's' needs are different, so I will work with you to create a personalized treatment approach.

You do not have to go through those overwhelming life challenges alone and be feeling worthless, hopeless, pessimistic, or a failure in life. You are bigger than your problems and challenges! Let's collaborate and unpack your challenges, leveraging on your hidden strength. The adage that "Life Happens" is very true. I believe you are the expert of your lived experiences and you know best what you need to navigate your challenges. Let's go on this healing journey together, to be better positioned to achieve your healing goals. Healing is possible if we work as a team.