Autism Therapists in Okotoks, AB
I am a registered psychologist specializing in child psychology. I provide parenting support to parents of children (ages 0-12) and work with children and their parents (ages 6 -12) in the therapeutic setting. I provide support with a variety of concerns, including parenting concerns, divorce/separation, anxiety, social problems, school-related concerns, grief and loss, ADHD, high-functioning autism, and emotional regulation. I also have completed training in EMDR and the ARC trauma framework to work with children who have experienced trauma.
I am a registered psychologist specializing in child psychology. I provide parenting support to parents of children (ages 0-12) and work with children and their parents (ages 6 -12) in the therapeutic setting. I provide support with a variety of concerns, including parenting concerns, divorce/separation, anxiety, social problems, school-related concerns, grief and loss, ADHD, high-functioning autism, and emotional regulation. I also have completed training in EMDR and the ARC trauma framework to work with children who have experienced trauma.
For the past 14 years, I have worked and trained in a variety of settings, including children's mental health facilities, schools, hospitals, and private practice. I have enjoyed the rewarding challenges of treating children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, gender identity issues, personality disorders, substance abuse issues, anger management issues, low self-esteem, and social skills deficits.
For the past 14 years, I have worked and trained in a variety of settings, including children's mental health facilities, schools, hospitals, and private practice. I have enjoyed the rewarding challenges of treating children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, gender identity issues, personality disorders, substance abuse issues, anger management issues, low self-esteem, and social skills deficits.
I believe mental health is just as important as physical health and believe passionately that when people have someone to listen, they can uncover and understand themselves exponentially. Myself and my staff will come alongside individuals in a compassionate and nonjudgmental way so they feel safe and comfortable sharing their experiences. I support individuals and couples as well as provide parent support for those raising neurodiverse children, such as Autism, ADHD, PDA, Anxiety & FASD. In addition, our clinic offers assessments, OT, SLP, counseling and Dietitian services!
I believe mental health is just as important as physical health and believe passionately that when people have someone to listen, they can uncover and understand themselves exponentially. Myself and my staff will come alongside individuals in a compassionate and nonjudgmental way so they feel safe and comfortable sharing their experiences. I support individuals and couples as well as provide parent support for those raising neurodiverse children, such as Autism, ADHD, PDA, Anxiety & FASD. In addition, our clinic offers assessments, OT, SLP, counseling and Dietitian services!
I specialize in assessments for academic difficulties, learning disorders, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, capacity assessments, social-emotional well-being, autism, anxiety, and depression.
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.
I specialize in assessments for academic difficulties, learning disorders, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, capacity assessments, social-emotional well-being, autism, anxiety, and depression.
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.
Katharine Heimbigner-Tenor
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Okotoks, AB T1S
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression. PTSD, C-PTSD, dissociation or have been diagnosed with a personality disorder (eg., Borderline Personality Disorder) due to past trauma? To add to this complexity are you neurodiverse (eg., ADHD, autism, gifted) or suspect you are? Are you looking for symptom relief AND longer term deeper work? I may be able to help. I offer individual and couples counselling that is customized to your unique needs. Additionally, the formal psychoeducational, neurodiversity, personality and trauma assessments that I conduct can enhance self-awareness and may assist with accommodation or benefit requests.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression. PTSD, C-PTSD, dissociation or have been diagnosed with a personality disorder (eg., Borderline Personality Disorder) due to past trauma? To add to this complexity are you neurodiverse (eg., ADHD, autism, gifted) or suspect you are? Are you looking for symptom relief AND longer term deeper work? I may be able to help. I offer individual and couples counselling that is customized to your unique needs. Additionally, the formal psychoeducational, neurodiversity, personality and trauma assessments that I conduct can enhance self-awareness and may assist with accommodation or benefit requests.
Jenna Dalton
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okotoks, AB T1S (Online Only)
My areas of interest include supporting individuals and partners seeking communication, attachment, and relational support in their romantic partnerships. I am sex-positive, kink-affirming, and welcome clients in monogamous, consensual non-monogamous, polyamorous, and open relationships. I also provide support for clients who are struggling with confidence, self-worth, and self-compassion issues, anxiety, and concerns related to neurodiversity (ADHD and autism).
My areas of interest include supporting individuals and partners seeking communication, attachment, and relational support in their romantic partnerships. I am sex-positive, kink-affirming, and welcome clients in monogamous, consensual non-monogamous, polyamorous, and open relationships. I also provide support for clients who are struggling with confidence, self-worth, and self-compassion issues, anxiety, and concerns related to neurodiversity (ADHD and autism).
Lorne E Mackie
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA , BSc, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okotoks, AB T1S
I help with issues like ADHD, Autism, anxiety, emotions, communication, and relationship problems.
You know yourself better than anyone else, so you are the best person to decide what's right or wrong for you. My job is to help you figure things out, so you won't need my help anymore and to work on the issues that led you to therapy. I'm not here to judge your actions but to assist in creating clarity or a change in perspective. During our time together, I aim to equip you with skills, tools, or new perspectives that you can apply to your current situation or adapt to future challenges. I'm a Certified Clinical Counsellor with 25 years in mental health and 14 years as a therapist.
I help with issues like ADHD, Autism, anxiety, emotions, communication, and relationship problems.
You know yourself better than anyone else, so you are the best person to decide what's right or wrong for you. My job is to help you figure things out, so you won't need my help anymore and to work on the issues that led you to therapy. I'm not here to judge your actions but to assist in creating clarity or a change in perspective. During our time together, I aim to equip you with skills, tools, or new perspectives that you can apply to your current situation or adapt to future challenges. I'm a Certified Clinical Counsellor with 25 years in mental health and 14 years as a therapist.
Shay Swan
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MEd
Verified Verified
Okotoks, AB T1S
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! My name is Shay, and I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist with 11 years of experience in the mental health field. I offer online and in-person service. Perhaps you have been feeling overwhelmed, or wanting to heal from a trauma. Maybe you are exploring your gender or sexual identity, and are looking for a safe place to explore that. Or maybe you're a neurodivergent individual seeking a space that understands that you aren't broken, but that your mind works differently. I believe that each individual is the expert on their own experience, and strive to create a compassionate space to explore your concerns.
Welcome! My name is Shay, and I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist with 11 years of experience in the mental health field. I offer online and in-person service. Perhaps you have been feeling overwhelmed, or wanting to heal from a trauma. Maybe you are exploring your gender or sexual identity, and are looking for a safe place to explore that. Or maybe you're a neurodivergent individual seeking a space that understands that you aren't broken, but that your mind works differently. I believe that each individual is the expert on their own experience, and strive to create a compassionate space to explore your concerns.
I specialize in trauma related symptoms and concerns. As an EMDR certified therapist I can help with complex trauma, relational trauma, phobias, mood and relationship concerns. I offer treatment intensives and day retreats. Depression, anxiety relationship concerns are often symptoms of trauma and we can explore healing further with EMDR and somatic therapies. I also support individuals and their family members struggling with stress, behaviour problems, communication difficulties, marital concerns, and co-parenting issues after separation and divorce. often a little help can change the direction to a more positive one.
I specialize in trauma related symptoms and concerns. As an EMDR certified therapist I can help with complex trauma, relational trauma, phobias, mood and relationship concerns. I offer treatment intensives and day retreats. Depression, anxiety relationship concerns are often symptoms of trauma and we can explore healing further with EMDR and somatic therapies. I also support individuals and their family members struggling with stress, behaviour problems, communication difficulties, marital concerns, and co-parenting issues after separation and divorce. often a little help can change the direction to a more positive one.
Accepting New Clients. I have had the honour of spending more than 15 years working with families and young people in a therapeutic role. I believe in engaging in a collaborative therapeutic process that helps respond to your needs and focuses on your strengths. I work with you to collaboratively align your strengths with your goals, values, and actions that will carry you through change. In my work with individuals, families, and schools, I apply a trauma-informed, solution-focused, and strength-based perspective that informs my approach.
Accepting New Clients. I have had the honour of spending more than 15 years working with families and young people in a therapeutic role. I believe in engaging in a collaborative therapeutic process that helps respond to your needs and focuses on your strengths. I work with you to collaboratively align your strengths with your goals, values, and actions that will carry you through change. In my work with individuals, families, and schools, I apply a trauma-informed, solution-focused, and strength-based perspective that informs my approach.
Welcome! I'm a queer Arab therapist and I provide therapy to teens 13+ and adults from all walks of life. I can offer you a safe space for every part of you as an individual or as a couple. I'm especially passionate about working with the LGBTQ+ population, individuals struggling with OCD and phobias, and neurodivergent folks. The most important aspect of therapy for me is building strong therapeutic relationships. We are humans helping humans through hardships, so I prioritize building a trustworthy, authentic, and warm foundation for you to feel comfortable in those vulnerable moments.
Welcome! I'm a queer Arab therapist and I provide therapy to teens 13+ and adults from all walks of life. I can offer you a safe space for every part of you as an individual or as a couple. I'm especially passionate about working with the LGBTQ+ population, individuals struggling with OCD and phobias, and neurodivergent folks. The most important aspect of therapy for me is building strong therapeutic relationships. We are humans helping humans through hardships, so I prioritize building a trustworthy, authentic, and warm foundation for you to feel comfortable in those vulnerable moments.
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Gabrielle Pereira
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BA, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okotoks, AB T1S
My name is Gabrielle Pereira and I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP). I am passionate about supporting individuals across all stages of life, with a particular focus on children and youth, young adults, and couples counselling. My specializations include working with children of divorce, addressing behavioral issues, anxiety, self-esteem, and relationship difficulties. I value self-exploration, encouraging you to challenge unhelpful thoughts and develop skills that enhance your coping strategies.
My name is Gabrielle Pereira and I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP). I am passionate about supporting individuals across all stages of life, with a particular focus on children and youth, young adults, and couples counselling. My specializations include working with children of divorce, addressing behavioral issues, anxiety, self-esteem, and relationship difficulties. I value self-exploration, encouraging you to challenge unhelpful thoughts and develop skills that enhance your coping strategies.
I specialize in providing Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), which helps individuals become aware of negative thought patterns and behaviours. This approach helps to increase feelings of confidence, and positive thinking. CBT paired with Mindfulness allows for clients to become aquatinted with their thoughts, and moods, while simultaneously developing a new relationship with them. This approach can benefit those who suffer form depression, anxiety, other mood disorders, anger issues or anyone who desires to have a stronger sense of happiness in their daily life. The approach can be modified for all ages and cognitive abilities.
I specialize in providing Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), which helps individuals become aware of negative thought patterns and behaviours. This approach helps to increase feelings of confidence, and positive thinking. CBT paired with Mindfulness allows for clients to become aquatinted with their thoughts, and moods, while simultaneously developing a new relationship with them. This approach can benefit those who suffer form depression, anxiety, other mood disorders, anger issues or anyone who desires to have a stronger sense of happiness in their daily life. The approach can be modified for all ages and cognitive abilities.
Dr. Kelly Fredell (Foothills Integrative)
Psychologist, PsyD, MA(CRE), BComm, MAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okotoks, AB T1S
You are searching for answers, perhaps stuck, and may feel a bit lost about how to find your way forward. You can be sensitive, intense, and passionate and you're interested in living from a place of aliveness, well-being, and spark. You may have a history of trauma, suffering, and loss and yet you are also a survivor. I look forward to working with you, attending to both the suffering and the resilience, the loss and the grace; to listening to and affirming the melody within your words. I work with several provisional and registered psychologists at Foothills Integrative. How can we help?
You are searching for answers, perhaps stuck, and may feel a bit lost about how to find your way forward. You can be sensitive, intense, and passionate and you're interested in living from a place of aliveness, well-being, and spark. You may have a history of trauma, suffering, and loss and yet you are also a survivor. I look forward to working with you, attending to both the suffering and the resilience, the loss and the grace; to listening to and affirming the melody within your words. I work with several provisional and registered psychologists at Foothills Integrative. How can we help?
Are you or your child/teen struggling with anxiety, ADHD, or school challenges? You may be feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or disconnected. My compassionate, supportive approach helps people build confidence, manage emotions, and develop practical strategies to navigate life’s pressures. Let me empower you and/or your child to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally in a safe, understanding environment.
Are you or your child/teen struggling with anxiety, ADHD, or school challenges? You may be feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or disconnected. My compassionate, supportive approach helps people build confidence, manage emotions, and develop practical strategies to navigate life’s pressures. Let me empower you and/or your child to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally in a safe, understanding environment.
Many of us feel stressed and overwhelmed by the complex situations we face in our lives. Some of these situations might include communication challenges, work stress, marriage issues, complex relationships, difficulties in parenting, financial strain, life decisions, health issues, and grief or bereavement. I have been helping people with these types of challenges for over 30 years in both the public sector and in my private practice. I am passionate about helping you rebuild your relationships and find solutions for the challenges you are facing. I provide a safe and warm environment where every part of who you are is welcome.
Many of us feel stressed and overwhelmed by the complex situations we face in our lives. Some of these situations might include communication challenges, work stress, marriage issues, complex relationships, difficulties in parenting, financial strain, life decisions, health issues, and grief or bereavement. I have been helping people with these types of challenges for over 30 years in both the public sector and in my private practice. I am passionate about helping you rebuild your relationships and find solutions for the challenges you are facing. I provide a safe and warm environment where every part of who you are is welcome.
Hi there! I’m Jess. Your average Maritimer, turned Winnipegger, turned Calgarian. I’m passionate about supporting young adults figure out who they are and who they want to be post-highschool. Highschool can be rough as it is, but then being thrust into the ‘real-world’ can be even more challenging as you now have a whole new way of life (and freedom) to figure out. My goal is to help you sort through all the thoughts, and emotions that come with life transitions, provide you a comfy space to cry, yell, celebrate, and to find your confidence.
Hi there! I’m Jess. Your average Maritimer, turned Winnipegger, turned Calgarian. I’m passionate about supporting young adults figure out who they are and who they want to be post-highschool. Highschool can be rough as it is, but then being thrust into the ‘real-world’ can be even more challenging as you now have a whole new way of life (and freedom) to figure out. My goal is to help you sort through all the thoughts, and emotions that come with life transitions, provide you a comfy space to cry, yell, celebrate, and to find your confidence.
Cam Burbank
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC, BS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Okotoks, AB T1S
Do you love your partner but cannot stop the cycle of hurtful arguments that keep coming up? Do you want to feel more connected and less distant? Do you wish you and your partner could be on the same page more? Relationships often become more challenging to navigate as new stages and transitions progress. This is especially true now more than ever with the pressures and levels of stress that people feel in today’s world. Congratulations on taking charge of your life by reaching out. You are one step closer to getting the help and support you seek.
Do you love your partner but cannot stop the cycle of hurtful arguments that keep coming up? Do you want to feel more connected and less distant? Do you wish you and your partner could be on the same page more? Relationships often become more challenging to navigate as new stages and transitions progress. This is especially true now more than ever with the pressures and levels of stress that people feel in today’s world. Congratulations on taking charge of your life by reaching out. You are one step closer to getting the help and support you seek.
Hello! I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist with several years of experience in the mental health field. I currently work with adults, teens and children. I believe that strength is a characteristic that resides in all people. It can however, be difficult to see during times of hardship and vulnerability. I am committed to providing a non-judgemental safe space, in which clients feel empowered to make the positive changes needed to live healthy fulfilled lives.
Hello! I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist with several years of experience in the mental health field. I currently work with adults, teens and children. I believe that strength is a characteristic that resides in all people. It can however, be difficult to see during times of hardship and vulnerability. I am committed to providing a non-judgemental safe space, in which clients feel empowered to make the positive changes needed to live healthy fulfilled lives.
Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, CCC, RCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Okotoks, AB T1S (Online Only)
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
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What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.
How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.
How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.