Child Therapists in Red Deer, AB
I have lots of experience working with children and young adults with special needs.
I know you. I've been there. Your kiddo is struggling and you don't know how to help. You are trying everything and still finding yourself crying in your coffee. Whether you are a young adult or have a child struggling with depression, anxiety and behaviour issues that make life more challenging, play therapy can help facilitate communication and express needs when words are hard to find.
I have lots of experience working with children and young adults with special needs.
I know you. I've been there. Your kiddo is struggling and you don't know how to help. You are trying everything and still finding yourself crying in your coffee. Whether you are a young adult or have a child struggling with depression, anxiety and behaviour issues that make life more challenging, play therapy can help facilitate communication and express needs when words are hard to find.
Maribela Arruda-Block
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych, CPT, CCC, AB/NWT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Red Deer, AB T4N
As a Certified Play Therapist, I believe play is a key mechanism in communication for children.
I believe individuals have the ability to reach their goals through a supportive, caring, collaborative, and responsive therapeutic relationship. Healthy coping and mental health are critical to overcoming life's stressors and obstacles. Working with a mental health professional can assist you to deal with these stressors and move your life forward in a healthy and positive direction. I believe in using an integrated model of therapy that is client directed and culturally appropriate. I use the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics to inform assessment and practice. I base treatment on client's neurodevelopmental functioning and response.
As a Certified Play Therapist, I believe play is a key mechanism in communication for children.
I believe individuals have the ability to reach their goals through a supportive, caring, collaborative, and responsive therapeutic relationship. Healthy coping and mental health are critical to overcoming life's stressors and obstacles. Working with a mental health professional can assist you to deal with these stressors and move your life forward in a healthy and positive direction. I believe in using an integrated model of therapy that is client directed and culturally appropriate. I use the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics to inform assessment and practice. I base treatment on client's neurodevelopmental functioning and response.
If you or your loved one are ready to begin the journey toward freedom or have questions about ART, check out my website or call me to schedule a free 15 minute phone consult where we can make sure I am a good fit for you and/or your child and discuss any questions you might have.
Now Accepting New Clients as I expand my practice! You are struggling, feeling more overwhelmed, anxious or irritable. The distressing or anxious images flood your mind. It keeps you away or gives you nightmares and leaves you always on edge. It is exhausting and can feel paralyzing. Through therapy, relief is possible. Relief from your trauma, phobia, and other struggles may be available in as few as 3-5 sessions with Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)! Talk therapy also available.
If you or your loved one are ready to begin the journey toward freedom or have questions about ART, check out my website or call me to schedule a free 15 minute phone consult where we can make sure I am a good fit for you and/or your child and discuss any questions you might have.
Now Accepting New Clients as I expand my practice! You are struggling, feeling more overwhelmed, anxious or irritable. The distressing or anxious images flood your mind. It keeps you away or gives you nightmares and leaves you always on edge. It is exhausting and can feel paralyzing. Through therapy, relief is possible. Relief from your trauma, phobia, and other struggles may be available in as few as 3-5 sessions with Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)! Talk therapy also available.
Mark Ballantyne
Counsellor, MACP, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Red Deer, AB T4R
Waitlist for new clients
My vision of successful therapy sessions is to assist people in untangling the thought patterns and emotions that are negatively impacting a persons life. I endeavor to offer clients a professional engaging therapy process that is trauma informed. Bringing twenty years of experience in working with children, youth, and adults. I have worked extensively with behavioral health issues and mood disorders in the education systems; Complex post traumatic stress in military settings, domestic violence support agencies, and trauma centers; Anger management, grief, trauma work in the criminal justice and human services.
My vision of successful therapy sessions is to assist people in untangling the thought patterns and emotions that are negatively impacting a persons life. I endeavor to offer clients a professional engaging therapy process that is trauma informed. Bringing twenty years of experience in working with children, youth, and adults. I have worked extensively with behavioral health issues and mood disorders in the education systems; Complex post traumatic stress in military settings, domestic violence support agencies, and trauma centers; Anger management, grief, trauma work in the criminal justice and human services.
Jason Counselling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Red Deer, AB T4N
Working with children/ preteens/ teens utilizing art & play therapy as well to assist.
Choosing a therapist with a strong skill base who is a good fit for you makes alI the difference! As a seasoned therapist I have a great deal of experience and training in multiple treatment modalities. I offer trauma informed treatment regarding crisis, loss, relationship issues, stress, depression, anxiety and so much more! I am proud to be able to assist CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS, ADULTS and FAMILIES in a skilled manner. I am easy to talk with, offer confidential and professional service, and am flexible in my hours. I am very dedicated to my clients and offer extremely high quality service.
Working with children/ preteens/ teens utilizing art & play therapy as well to assist.
Choosing a therapist with a strong skill base who is a good fit for you makes alI the difference! As a seasoned therapist I have a great deal of experience and training in multiple treatment modalities. I offer trauma informed treatment regarding crisis, loss, relationship issues, stress, depression, anxiety and so much more! I am proud to be able to assist CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS, ADULTS and FAMILIES in a skilled manner. I am easy to talk with, offer confidential and professional service, and am flexible in my hours. I am very dedicated to my clients and offer extremely high quality service.
I'm passionate and dedicated to the profession, and more importantly, to the children/families that I support/work with.
Do you or your child struggle with learning? Do you or your child require accommodations at school, college or university? Do you or your child experience emotional, behavioural or social difficulties? Are you interested in understanding yours or your child's learning profile? Do you think your child is a gifted learner? I specialize in psycho-educational and psychological assessments of children, adolescents, and adults. I assist individuals with gaining a better understanding of their learning, intellectual functioning, psychological and/or mental health, personality, and behaviours.
I'm passionate and dedicated to the profession, and more importantly, to the children/families that I support/work with.
Do you or your child struggle with learning? Do you or your child require accommodations at school, college or university? Do you or your child experience emotional, behavioural or social difficulties? Are you interested in understanding yours or your child's learning profile? Do you think your child is a gifted learner? I specialize in psycho-educational and psychological assessments of children, adolescents, and adults. I assist individuals with gaining a better understanding of their learning, intellectual functioning, psychological and/or mental health, personality, and behaviours.
Life has lead me to become a strong social justice advocate for children and women.
With over 20 years specialization in counselling girls and women, my work has evolved beyond talk therapy. I help people deal with the hard stuff - especially children's and women's trauma. I conduct comprehensive assessments for children along with play, art, and sand tray therapy. I use a multifaceted approach to heal trauma, focusing on reclaiming your voice and engaging in social justice. As a compassionate and educated advocate, you and your child can rest assured you have me on your side. Children & women, spiritual approaches, psychedelic therapy, assessments for court, and Long COVID Kids are prioritized.
Life has lead me to become a strong social justice advocate for children and women.
With over 20 years specialization in counselling girls and women, my work has evolved beyond talk therapy. I help people deal with the hard stuff - especially children's and women's trauma. I conduct comprehensive assessments for children along with play, art, and sand tray therapy. I use a multifaceted approach to heal trauma, focusing on reclaiming your voice and engaging in social justice. As a compassionate and educated advocate, you and your child can rest assured you have me on your side. Children & women, spiritual approaches, psychedelic therapy, assessments for court, and Long COVID Kids are prioritized.
The stages through which children and adolescents transition and some of the challenges that may emerge oftentimes feel like a lot for both individuals or families to navigate.
I am a Registered Psychologist who specializes in working with children and adolescents. In trying to best understand the child or adolescent, I like to understand who they are within the context of the environment in which they live and the strength of their closest relationships. My practice is informed using attachment and developmental theory, and my goal is to offer support and guidance to those trying to navigate through the dynamics of childhood and adolescence. Additionally, I offer parent consultation to provide parents insight into their child's development and encourage attachment focused parenting practices.
The stages through which children and adolescents transition and some of the challenges that may emerge oftentimes feel like a lot for both individuals or families to navigate.
I am a Registered Psychologist who specializes in working with children and adolescents. In trying to best understand the child or adolescent, I like to understand who they are within the context of the environment in which they live and the strength of their closest relationships. My practice is informed using attachment and developmental theory, and my goal is to offer support and guidance to those trying to navigate through the dynamics of childhood and adolescence. Additionally, I offer parent consultation to provide parents insight into their child's development and encourage attachment focused parenting practices.
Beacon Counselling and Coaching
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Red Deer, AB T4N
We offer specialized counselling and coaching for new parents and families in the area of parent- child attachment, understanding developmental needs, family crisis (such as addiction, trauma impacting family functioning, mental health, grief and loss).
Do you need expertise and knowledge in navigating a certain area of your life? Is parenting wearing you down? Is your marriage or relationship not what you want it to be? Is there addiction, trauma or loss holding you back from a life of joy? At Beacon Counselling and Coaching I am here to help guide you to better relationships and improved mental health so you can get back to leading a joyful life. I offer researched & effective counselling methods and specialized assessments for children, couples and families. Areas of speciality are trauma and attachment recovery, relationship healing and parenting/family strategies.
We offer specialized counselling and coaching for new parents and families in the area of parent- child attachment, understanding developmental needs, family crisis (such as addiction, trauma impacting family functioning, mental health, grief and loss).
Do you need expertise and knowledge in navigating a certain area of your life? Is parenting wearing you down? Is your marriage or relationship not what you want it to be? Is there addiction, trauma or loss holding you back from a life of joy? At Beacon Counselling and Coaching I am here to help guide you to better relationships and improved mental health so you can get back to leading a joyful life. I offer researched & effective counselling methods and specialized assessments for children, couples and families. Areas of speciality are trauma and attachment recovery, relationship healing and parenting/family strategies.
I am currently providing the following interventions: Child Consultant; Voice of the Child Intervention; Child Development Consultations; Therapeutic Access/ Reunification Therapy; Parent Child Relationship Therapy; Parent/ Child Contact Problems; Mediation and Family Restructuring; SAFE Home Study .
I have practiced social work for almost two decades and have devoted my career to assisting at-risk families. I have a Clinical Master of Social Work (MSW) in children's mental health and specialize in assessment and intervention where children are the subject of custody determinations or parenting disputes. My training includes family mediation and the creation of developmentally sensitive parenting plans. I have additional forensic training in assessment of family violence and child maltreatment. I am trained in child-led play, therapeutic access and am a registered Circle of Security Parenting Facilitator.
I am currently providing the following interventions: Child Consultant; Voice of the Child Intervention; Child Development Consultations; Therapeutic Access/ Reunification Therapy; Parent Child Relationship Therapy; Parent/ Child Contact Problems; Mediation and Family Restructuring; SAFE Home Study .
I have practiced social work for almost two decades and have devoted my career to assisting at-risk families. I have a Clinical Master of Social Work (MSW) in children's mental health and specialize in assessment and intervention where children are the subject of custody determinations or parenting disputes. My training includes family mediation and the creation of developmentally sensitive parenting plans. I have additional forensic training in assessment of family violence and child maltreatment. I am trained in child-led play, therapeutic access and am a registered Circle of Security Parenting Facilitator.
I will work to create a safe and trusting experience where you can explore emotions that may arise in your parenting, gain insight into what triggers may get activated in you and new strategies to help increase your confidence in supporting your children through difficult behaviours, emotions and adversity.
Parenting requires so much from us and it can bring up many emotions when our children struggle. I specialize in parent counselling & coaching. I support and empower parents to feel more confident, attuned and skilled in their parenting journey. Parent counselling can help with issues such as anxiety, temper tantrums, aggression, defiance, sibling issues, adoption, conflict, power struggles and many more issues. We will work together to understand your child's emotional world, how to support your child in successfully regulating their emotions, enhance your connection with your child and implement evidence based strategies.
I will work to create a safe and trusting experience where you can explore emotions that may arise in your parenting, gain insight into what triggers may get activated in you and new strategies to help increase your confidence in supporting your children through difficult behaviours, emotions and adversity.
Parenting requires so much from us and it can bring up many emotions when our children struggle. I specialize in parent counselling & coaching. I support and empower parents to feel more confident, attuned and skilled in their parenting journey. Parent counselling can help with issues such as anxiety, temper tantrums, aggression, defiance, sibling issues, adoption, conflict, power struggles and many more issues. We will work together to understand your child's emotional world, how to support your child in successfully regulating their emotions, enhance your connection with your child and implement evidence based strategies.
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I have always known that my purpose was to enrich the lives of children, teens, and their families. I have over 15 years of experience working with this population in various settings and helping them achieve their academic, family development, and therapeutic goals. I have witnessed and experienced firsthand the power of working through difficult times and emotions with the support of a caring professional. I wish to offer future clients a safe space to pursue healing.
I have always known that my purpose was to enrich the lives of children, teens, and their families. I have over 15 years of experience working with this population in various settings and helping them achieve their academic, family development, and therapeutic goals. I have witnessed and experienced firsthand the power of working through difficult times and emotions with the support of a caring professional. I wish to offer future clients a safe space to pursue healing.
Hopscotch Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Red Deer, AB T4N
Practicing from a strengths based perspective and using principles of child development, change readiness and psychosocial factors that are present in your life you will be provided an environment of acceptance to ensure services meet your needs.
Issues of concern can arise for all families as children grow though various stages. With experience working with children and families in various capacities, issues such as parent teen conflict, grief and loss, divorce, depression, anxiety, attachment, and inattention can be addressed.
Practicing from a strengths based perspective and using principles of child development, change readiness and psychosocial factors that are present in your life you will be provided an environment of acceptance to ensure services meet your needs.
Issues of concern can arise for all families as children grow though various stages. With experience working with children and families in various capacities, issues such as parent teen conflict, grief and loss, divorce, depression, anxiety, attachment, and inattention can be addressed.
You will find professional help for issues such as : 1) looking for more emotional closeness with your partner or child 2) overcoming anxiety, grief, depression, and addiction from an attachment focused, relationship based approach.
Through all my personal and professional experience it seems that the foundation for much of our suffering and of our healing is in the context of our relationships with each other. I have found that exploring and unpacking our relationship experience and expectations provides new pathways for healing. I love seeing people's excitement as they become newly aware of the thoughts and feelings of their family, their community, and even their own selves. May we find more hope together. Together may we find your pathways home.
You will find professional help for issues such as : 1) looking for more emotional closeness with your partner or child 2) overcoming anxiety, grief, depression, and addiction from an attachment focused, relationship based approach.
Through all my personal and professional experience it seems that the foundation for much of our suffering and of our healing is in the context of our relationships with each other. I have found that exploring and unpacking our relationship experience and expectations provides new pathways for healing. I love seeing people's excitement as they become newly aware of the thoughts and feelings of their family, their community, and even their own selves. May we find more hope together. Together may we find your pathways home.
I counsel children, adolescents, adults, and seniors.
I encourage you to reach out for help if you have been waiting. I am competent in my work and I would love to hear from you! It is normal to experience relationship conflicts, personal dysfunction, and pain and suffering in life. We all experience the pain and suffering that is an integral part of life. I understand how difficult life struggles are. I can help you move forward through your struggles to create meaning and purpose in your life. Reach out regardless of your age, gender, abilities, sexual orientation, relationship status, or religious and spiritual values. I look forward to hearing from you!
I counsel children, adolescents, adults, and seniors.
I encourage you to reach out for help if you have been waiting. I am competent in my work and I would love to hear from you! It is normal to experience relationship conflicts, personal dysfunction, and pain and suffering in life. We all experience the pain and suffering that is an integral part of life. I understand how difficult life struggles are. I can help you move forward through your struggles to create meaning and purpose in your life. Reach out regardless of your age, gender, abilities, sexual orientation, relationship status, or religious and spiritual values. I look forward to hearing from you!
Rachel Sarah Freeman
Counsellor, CCC, MACP, CCTP, CATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Red Deer, AB T4N
M.A.C.P. (Master of Arts Counseling Psychology), C.C.C. (Certified Canadian Counselor), C.C.T.P. (Certified Clinical Trauma Professional), C.A.T.P. (Certified Child & Adolescent Trauma Professional) I have been working as Certified Canadian Counsellor since 2017, registered with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, working in both individual counselling and group therapy settings. In 2020 I became certified as a Clinical Trauma Professional for adults, children and adolescents.
M.A.C.P. (Master of Arts Counseling Psychology), C.C.C. (Certified Canadian Counselor), C.C.T.P. (Certified Clinical Trauma Professional), C.A.T.P. (Certified Child & Adolescent Trauma Professional) I have been working as Certified Canadian Counsellor since 2017, registered with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, working in both individual counselling and group therapy settings. In 2020 I became certified as a Clinical Trauma Professional for adults, children and adolescents.
Nichole Fegan
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MACP, BA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Red Deer, AB T4S
I have worked with children and adolescents in Central Alberta through non-profit organizations and within the school division.
I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist accepting new clients looking to improve their mental well-being. If you or your child are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, self-care struggles, stress, trauma, or ADHD, then I am here for you. I believe you are the expert in your life, and I will work alongside you to promote your overall well-being. Our time together will be guided through a holistic lens, curiosity, and collaboration. I have a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.
I have worked with children and adolescents in Central Alberta through non-profit organizations and within the school division.
I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist accepting new clients looking to improve their mental well-being. If you or your child are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, self-care struggles, stress, trauma, or ADHD, then I am here for you. I believe you are the expert in your life, and I will work alongside you to promote your overall well-being. Our time together will be guided through a holistic lens, curiosity, and collaboration. I have a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.
Kate Hallman - Embrace Wellness & Consulting
Psychologist, MACP, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Red Deer, AB T4N
Through attachment and responsive parenting practices, I can help you find the appropriate sleep solutions for infants and children that will be the best fit for your family.
I enjoy working with both new and experienced parents who may be needing some support with parenting and building healthy attachments. I believe that in order to be present for our children, we need to ensure we take care of our own mental health as parents. I love to provide support to parents to help them flourish and embrace the parenting experience. The transition to parenthood, birth trauma, infant/toddler sleep, and postpartum anxiety are all areas of interest for me. I have my level one EMDR certificate and plan to take additional training specifically for EMDR with birth trauma and other maternal trauma.
Through attachment and responsive parenting practices, I can help you find the appropriate sleep solutions for infants and children that will be the best fit for your family.
I enjoy working with both new and experienced parents who may be needing some support with parenting and building healthy attachments. I believe that in order to be present for our children, we need to ensure we take care of our own mental health as parents. I love to provide support to parents to help them flourish and embrace the parenting experience. The transition to parenthood, birth trauma, infant/toddler sleep, and postpartum anxiety are all areas of interest for me. I have my level one EMDR certificate and plan to take additional training specifically for EMDR with birth trauma and other maternal trauma.
Renyou psychology offers a non-judgemental, safe environment for all children and families to work through difficulties.
Renyou Psychology specializes in Developmental Clinical Psychology in children aged 2-12 years. We also see adolescents with developmental disabilities and offer Autism Spectrum Disorder assessment for adults.
Renyou psychology offers a non-judgemental, safe environment for all children and families to work through difficulties.
Renyou Psychology specializes in Developmental Clinical Psychology in children aged 2-12 years. We also see adolescents with developmental disabilities and offer Autism Spectrum Disorder assessment for adults.
Teaching in elementary education for the past 14 years provides me with many skills that I bring to the counselling field and make a great fit for working with children in therapy.
Connecting with people is a gift of mine and something I have always valued! Whether I am counselling or in my personal life, I strive to create an environment where people around me feel seen and heard but most importantly, safe! Through professional and career experience, I have learned the importance of collaboration and building strong relationships, and the power and healing that occurs within human connections. I believe every individual has the innate capabilities to create meaningful changes to live to their highest potential, and I am passionate about empowering people to find ways to live their best lives!
Teaching in elementary education for the past 14 years provides me with many skills that I bring to the counselling field and make a great fit for working with children in therapy.
Connecting with people is a gift of mine and something I have always valued! Whether I am counselling or in my personal life, I strive to create an environment where people around me feel seen and heard but most importantly, safe! Through professional and career experience, I have learned the importance of collaboration and building strong relationships, and the power and healing that occurs within human connections. I believe every individual has the innate capabilities to create meaningful changes to live to their highest potential, and I am passionate about empowering people to find ways to live their best lives!
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Child psychologists in Red Deer, AB provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Red Deer build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Red Deer build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.