Narrative Therapists in Sherwood Park, AB

ECSS is committed to empowering individuals and families to realize their potential through a nurturing and challenging environment that respects each person’s uniqueness and right to privacy. ECSS acknowledges the importance of the mental, social, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of persons as they grow and develop. We believe that people have the ability to change and to achieve their goals, in respecting the uniqueness and privacy of individuals, and in the importance of the mental, physical, social, and spiritual dimensions of persons.

I believe therapy provides an opportunity for individuals to express themselves and work towards independence, personal strength, and individual goals. Each and everyone who comes to therapy has their values, beliefs, perspectives, and coping abilities, therefore, when utilizing the most ideal approaches and therapeutic modalities to support each client achieve their goals.

I believe every individual is gifted with unique abilities and strengths to live a fulfilled life. My practice is rooted in a collaborative and holistic approach. I also practice from a place of cultural humility and empowerment. I create a safe space to express yourself, while tapping into your strengths to create achievable goals for positive change. You, the client will develop practical tools for managing emotions, self-empowerment and advocacy, as well as resilience in your day-to-day life. Ultimately, I will meet you where you are at, and we will work together at your own pace.

I want you to know that you can feel better. The effects of patterns like depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and people-pleasing don’t need to rob you of a life lived well. Soul-sucking patterns like these gobble up your time, money, physical energy, thoughts, and the ability to focus on yourself. Life feels hard in this place. The good news is that pain is motivating! You've likely tried a bunch of things to feel better, but now your inner wisdom is whispering to you to find outside help for the inside pain, and here you are. If this resonates with you, I'd love to work together!

Welcome! I'm Claudia Vasquez, a Registered Provisional Psychologist currently working at ARCH Psychological Services. Together I aim to create a caring, trusting and supportive environment where you can feel safe to explore any concerns or worries you may have. I understand that you are the expert in your own life; therefore, you know what is best but may need further support and help.

Working with clients aged 11 to 111, I work with individuals, couples, throuples and groups. I am trained in multicultural counselling and welcome clients from various cultures and ethnicities. Equity, diversity and inclusion are a priority for me...hence the name 'one love counselling'. We are all connected. You can read my blogs on my website, or follow me on Facebook - one love counselling - as I’ll be posting my blogs there as well.

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.

Waitlist Available - I aim to to provide a space where I sit with, support, and at times, guide others to rediscover their most balanced selves. I specifically choose the word balanced because I understand that we cannot strive for things to be successful, or even happy, all of the time. Life will always present challenges, but I work to help my clients find the strength to meet those challenges when they arrive, to cope and find recovery when those challenges knock us down, and to soak up the moments and sense of contentment that exist when the challenges are not present (or at least are less present).

My approach to therapy is rooted in the belief that healing occurs within a safe and trusting relationship, whether with oneself, one’s environment, or another person. I also believe that every client is an expert in their own experience. I, therefore, approach therapy from a strength-based perspective, aiming to build relationships with clients, understand their needs, help them set goals that align with their unique needs and personal strengths, and explore available solutions that lead us toward these therapeutic goals. As a Metis therapist, I am also particularly sensitive to the needs of Indigenous people.

A significant part of my ethos, is seeing Individuals and couples thrive in their sexual health and relationships. Ranging from helping couples bring the passion back in their mismatched sexual desires, stop the reoccurring fights, resolve the parenting and money conflicts, and heal betrayal (infidelity). I work with you to let go of the shame surrounding your sex life; resolve the joy stolen by erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation and the frustration of in-orgasm and painful sex. There's hope to heal the trauma of sexual abuse and sexual addictions. Pleasure and happiness belong in your sex life and relationships.

I am a Registered Social Worker, currently completing my internship as the final component of my Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology degree under the clinical supervision of Gillain Easton, MA, BSW, RSW. As a generalist medical social worker, I have had the privilege of working with diverse patient populations, presentations, family dynamics, and presenting issues, across the lifespan. This work propelled me into doing my master’s degree sooner than I had initially planned, as it fuelled my passion to gain the skills, knowledge, and competency to hold a different role in the helping process.

Accepting New Patients - Navigating life's unexpected challenges and stress can lead to feelings of overwhelm, being lost, and feeling alone. Often when people experience this discomfort they use coping strategies that can lead to negative outcomes, such as low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and using substances. If you are needing help to get back to yourself and learn new healthy coping strategies, wanting to explore addictions treatment or have untreated trauma, we will work together to develop a treatment plan that suits your needs and helps to achieve your goals.

I am passionate about my work and feel it is a privilege to be in this role. I believe in walking alongside my clients and respect that this is their journey and that they are the experts in their lives. I feel that everyone is unique; thus, my counselling approach flexes to meet your individual needs by blending techniques. I believe that it is essential to create a warm, inviting and engaging space for you. One that is trauma-informed creates a sense of safety and security as you work through the challenges that brought you to me.

The Family Centre can support you to navigate through change, raise healthy children, develop strong and healthy relationships, and heal from trauma. The Family Centre is a safe space for everyone. People of all ages, cultures, ethnicities, experiences, gender expressions, gender identities, religions, and sexual orientations are welcome to access our services.

I believe you are the expert in your own life and that you don't need someone to tell you what to do. However, we all get stuck sometimes. If you are overwhelmed by problems, hurting, anxious, depressed, or feeling suicidal, it is really helpful to talk to someone who is trained and neutral and can help you move forward in your life and relationships.

Hi there! I am a dedicated and relational therapist who believes each person has a unique and valuable story to tell. I aim to help individuals process their pain and distress while also learning to view themselves with greater acceptance and compassion. In my practice, I specialize in the complexities of anxiety symptoms, whether it's tied to perfectionism, obsessive thoughts, self-esteem, sleep issues, concentration/ADHD symptoms, trauma, or overwhelming stress from commitments. Acknowledging the impact anxiety may have on our relationships, I also hold specialized training to work with relationship anxiety and sexual concerns.

As a registered psychologist and having been in private practice for 14 years, I have had the privilege to meet and work with many wonderful couples, families and individuals. I strive to establish a solid rapport with clients in a comfortable environment. I have been told that clients appreciate my professional and direct approach that is not overly formal and allows for humour when appropriate. I use a biopsychosocial approach and incorporate several therapeutic modalities. I work to not only focus on managing symptoms, but getting down to the root cause of what is getting in the way of being able to achieve one’s goals.

My name is Sydney McKenzie-Hougestol (she/her) and I am a Registered Psychologist. I chose to go into this field because I love people and I believe in people. I have worked with people in the field of mental health, addictions, and trauma for 8 years. I think often the key to unlocking what is going on for a person is looking into the ways they have learned to judge themselves for what they feel and think and challenging those assumptions. I am passionate about working with people and empowering them find new ways of looking at themselves, their relationships, and the world.

I recognize that you are the expert in your own life and you will be treated as such. I will approach our time together genuinely and authentically. I have received a MSW with a Clinical Specialization from the University of Calgary. I bring over a decade of experience in the mental health field including working with children, adolescents, and adults with various diagnoses and complex challenges.