LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in St Albert, AB
At times anxiety, depression and/or trauma may impede an individual's natural ability to cope. I believe when a safe and supportive environment is created, individuals may openly explore their struggles and find healthier ways of coping. I have many years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families regarding development, disabilities, neurodevelopmental disorders, and brain injury/stroke. For the past 10 years, I have specialized in supporting sexual and gender diverse children, youth, and families.
At times anxiety, depression and/or trauma may impede an individual's natural ability to cope. I believe when a safe and supportive environment is created, individuals may openly explore their struggles and find healthier ways of coping. I have many years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families regarding development, disabilities, neurodevelopmental disorders, and brain injury/stroke. For the past 10 years, I have specialized in supporting sexual and gender diverse children, youth, and families.
I am a firm believer we all grapple with various challenges in some form or the other; for instance, addictions, tussles in relationships, difficulties in various stages of life (child rearing, retirement, divorce, loss of loved ones, juggling with tough schedules). My listening skills provide my clients a safer place to walk through the path of their feelings and experiences.
I am a firm believer we all grapple with various challenges in some form or the other; for instance, addictions, tussles in relationships, difficulties in various stages of life (child rearing, retirement, divorce, loss of loved ones, juggling with tough schedules). My listening skills provide my clients a safer place to walk through the path of their feelings and experiences.
Experience in working with individuals, couples, families and teens to address issues of identity, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, trauma, life transition, relationships, addictions and self-compassion.
As humans, we share universal experiences of suffering, pain and loss. We have all experienced events that have shaped who we are. We live in a world that often doesn’t make sense and leaves us at a loss for words. However, as humans, we have incredible potential and an enormous capacity for transformation and growth. We are resilient and powerful beings, who, in a supported and connected environment, are capable of such change. I meet you as you are and where you’re at – in a supportive and empowering environment. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space and walk alongside you as you explore your desire and capacity for change.
Experience in working with individuals, couples, families and teens to address issues of identity, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, trauma, life transition, relationships, addictions and self-compassion.
As humans, we share universal experiences of suffering, pain and loss. We have all experienced events that have shaped who we are. We live in a world that often doesn’t make sense and leaves us at a loss for words. However, as humans, we have incredible potential and an enormous capacity for transformation and growth. We are resilient and powerful beings, who, in a supported and connected environment, are capable of such change. I meet you as you are and where you’re at – in a supportive and empowering environment. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space and walk alongside you as you explore your desire and capacity for change.
We specialize in helping people find a therapist who is the right 'fit' for them. We have created a team of psychologists & counsellors who will give the tools you need to rebuild & move forward with your life. We help women and men, couples, kids, teens, & families heal and grow through life's challenges and transitions. Our team specializes in treatments for anxiety and depression, trauma, relationship problems, grief and loss, addictions, stress management, life transition (including divorce, relocation and family/life stages), ADHD, behaviour problems and OCD with kids, as well as personal growth and development.
We specialize in helping people find a therapist who is the right 'fit' for them. We have created a team of psychologists & counsellors who will give the tools you need to rebuild & move forward with your life. We help women and men, couples, kids, teens, & families heal and grow through life's challenges and transitions. Our team specializes in treatments for anxiety and depression, trauma, relationship problems, grief and loss, addictions, stress management, life transition (including divorce, relocation and family/life stages), ADHD, behaviour problems and OCD with kids, as well as personal growth and development.
If you are interested in achieving your mental health wellness goals through a holistic approach, we would likely be a good fit. I possess a unique combination of wisdom, ongoing skill development, and life experience for those who may want to explore a variety of techniques to help with improving their quality of life. I can help with your trauma, wounding, pain, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, parenting, and most other life challenges. I generally work with older adolescents and adults
If you are interested in achieving your mental health wellness goals through a holistic approach, we would likely be a good fit. I possess a unique combination of wisdom, ongoing skill development, and life experience for those who may want to explore a variety of techniques to help with improving their quality of life. I can help with your trauma, wounding, pain, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, parenting, and most other life challenges. I generally work with older adolescents and adults
I provide individuals with a transparent, comprehensive investigation into identified areas of concern.
I work with children, youth, and adults who are looking to understand their unique strengths and challenges through psychological assessment. Psychological assessments can investigate Giftedness, Learning Disorders, ADHD, and Autism. I also work with children, youth, adults and families providing counselling which is action oriented, targeting mood concerns (eg.anxiety/depression), parenting stress, major life transitions and grief and loss. I integrate CBT, ACT and SFT in my approach.
I provide individuals with a transparent, comprehensive investigation into identified areas of concern.
I work with children, youth, and adults who are looking to understand their unique strengths and challenges through psychological assessment. Psychological assessments can investigate Giftedness, Learning Disorders, ADHD, and Autism. I also work with children, youth, adults and families providing counselling which is action oriented, targeting mood concerns (eg.anxiety/depression), parenting stress, major life transitions and grief and loss. I integrate CBT, ACT and SFT in my approach.
Welcome! I have specialized training in supporting those struggling with sexual trauma / violence, childhood trauma, PTSD, or sex and intimacy. I am also passionate about supporting individuals (14+), families (with children 12+), and couples overcome past traumas, as well as work through life and relationship challenges, grief, anxiety, depression, and overwhelming emotions. I have always appreciated building connections with people and believe in creating a safe and supportive environment to help people work through difficult experiences.
Welcome! I have specialized training in supporting those struggling with sexual trauma / violence, childhood trauma, PTSD, or sex and intimacy. I am also passionate about supporting individuals (14+), families (with children 12+), and couples overcome past traumas, as well as work through life and relationship challenges, grief, anxiety, depression, and overwhelming emotions. I have always appreciated building connections with people and believe in creating a safe and supportive environment to help people work through difficult experiences.
WJW Counselling and Mediation
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW, qMed
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
St Albert, AB T8N
Are you feeling overwhelmed with chronic stress and emotionally drained from the issues and conflicts in your life? I can help you navigate and cope with whatever challenges you're facing. My results-oriented approach helps clients move through the counselling and mediation process efficiently, without the need for long-term, ongoing therapy. I specialize in couples counselling, separation and divorce mediation, family mediation, and parent coordination. With over 25 years of experience in conflict resolution, I have developed an approach that helps clients resolve issues quickly and efficiently to move forward and enjoy life fully.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with chronic stress and emotionally drained from the issues and conflicts in your life? I can help you navigate and cope with whatever challenges you're facing. My results-oriented approach helps clients move through the counselling and mediation process efficiently, without the need for long-term, ongoing therapy. I specialize in couples counselling, separation and divorce mediation, family mediation, and parent coordination. With over 25 years of experience in conflict resolution, I have developed an approach that helps clients resolve issues quickly and efficiently to move forward and enjoy life fully.
I work from a client-centered and collaborative approach in which I believe that individuals are the experts of their own lives and have skills that can be utilized and explored. For close to sixteen years I have worked closely with individuals impacted by trauma and substance use concerns. Further, I have worked closely within law enforcement services. My focus includes those individuals impacted by addictions, trauma, depression, and anxiety. Not only do I process through current presenting concerns, I will also assess early life experiences and relationships.
I work from a client-centered and collaborative approach in which I believe that individuals are the experts of their own lives and have skills that can be utilized and explored. For close to sixteen years I have worked closely with individuals impacted by trauma and substance use concerns. Further, I have worked closely within law enforcement services. My focus includes those individuals impacted by addictions, trauma, depression, and anxiety. Not only do I process through current presenting concerns, I will also assess early life experiences and relationships.
I work with adults and youth who want to work through any kind of suffering. This may involve building a life worth living, learning healthy emotional control. to feel better overall, or stopping a nagging problem.
I work with adults and youth who want to work through any kind of suffering. This may involve building a life worth living, learning healthy emotional control. to feel better overall, or stopping a nagging problem.
I have specialized training in Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure for trauma and PTSD and extensive training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for depression, anxiety, and a number of other concerns (relationship/interpersonal, occupational stress, life transitions, grief, etc), in addition to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and ART.
Life can be difficult. Trying to address these difficulties ourselves may feel overwhelming. I support the individuals I meet by working collaboratively with them in a non-judgmental, supportive environment where goals can be established, and movement towards positive change can occur regardless of where one might be in the change process. I believe in highlighting strengths, and empowering clients to achieve therapy goals. I respect how each person's needs within therapy are unique, so a primary focus of mine is the development of a meaningful therapeutic relationship so I can clearly understand and support those unique needs.
I have specialized training in Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure for trauma and PTSD and extensive training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for depression, anxiety, and a number of other concerns (relationship/interpersonal, occupational stress, life transitions, grief, etc), in addition to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and ART.
Life can be difficult. Trying to address these difficulties ourselves may feel overwhelming. I support the individuals I meet by working collaboratively with them in a non-judgmental, supportive environment where goals can be established, and movement towards positive change can occur regardless of where one might be in the change process. I believe in highlighting strengths, and empowering clients to achieve therapy goals. I respect how each person's needs within therapy are unique, so a primary focus of mine is the development of a meaningful therapeutic relationship so I can clearly understand and support those unique needs.
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I enjoy working with people to help them identify and live according to their values and beliefs, to make room for deeper self-confidence and self-compassion, and to partner with them in the transformative process of becoming the most authentic version of themselves.
Each of us is on a sacred journey of becoming – to know and understand ourselves and the stories we find ourselves in. There are seasons in every person's life when we are no longer able to make sense of our stories. We can lose touch with or feel stuck in our stories when we are wounded by painful experiences or past trauma, struggling with relationships, weighed down by grief and loss, or weary with lost purpose and meaning in our lives. What do you do when you find yourself "a stranger in your own story"?
I enjoy working with people to help them identify and live according to their values and beliefs, to make room for deeper self-confidence and self-compassion, and to partner with them in the transformative process of becoming the most authentic version of themselves.
Each of us is on a sacred journey of becoming – to know and understand ourselves and the stories we find ourselves in. There are seasons in every person's life when we are no longer able to make sense of our stories. We can lose touch with or feel stuck in our stories when we are wounded by painful experiences or past trauma, struggling with relationships, weighed down by grief and loss, or weary with lost purpose and meaning in our lives. What do you do when you find yourself "a stranger in your own story"?
I work with children, youth and immigrant women. My goal is to support your child, alongside yourself as the parent or caregiver, through a holistic and whole-person approach to meet the unique needs of the individual or family system. I specialize in working with children aged 3-17 experiencing a range of social, emotional, and behavioural concerns such as anxiety, autism, attachment issues, self-esteem, ADHD, oppositional defiance, depression, OCD, peer relationships, among others. I provide therapy often using a play based modality. I also do full psychological assessments including assessments for ADHD, Behviour and Autism.
I work with children, youth and immigrant women. My goal is to support your child, alongside yourself as the parent or caregiver, through a holistic and whole-person approach to meet the unique needs of the individual or family system. I specialize in working with children aged 3-17 experiencing a range of social, emotional, and behavioural concerns such as anxiety, autism, attachment issues, self-esteem, ADHD, oppositional defiance, depression, OCD, peer relationships, among others. I provide therapy often using a play based modality. I also do full psychological assessments including assessments for ADHD, Behviour and Autism.
I am available for counselling across Canada as a Certified Canadian Counsellor, either in-person in AB, or virtually. I work with individuals, families and couples in different life stages offering supportive, culturally inclusive therapy. My focus is on the wellbeing of the client(s) as we work towards your goals in life and wellbeing. I use a combination of therapy modalities to help and heal challenges with somatic experiencing, thought patterns, behaviours, emotions, trauma and learned patterns that keep you from moving forward in life. I have lived in Canada for 20 years and I speak fluent Finnish and English.
I am available for counselling across Canada as a Certified Canadian Counsellor, either in-person in AB, or virtually. I work with individuals, families and couples in different life stages offering supportive, culturally inclusive therapy. My focus is on the wellbeing of the client(s) as we work towards your goals in life and wellbeing. I use a combination of therapy modalities to help and heal challenges with somatic experiencing, thought patterns, behaviours, emotions, trauma and learned patterns that keep you from moving forward in life. I have lived in Canada for 20 years and I speak fluent Finnish and English.
For 14 years, 98% of my caseload has been LGBTQ2S+ I work collaboratively to navigate systems & refer clients to gender psychiatrists/endocrinologists (re: hormonal treatment).
I believe clients have the inherent ability to create change. It takes courage to step forth and request support which leads to strength and a desire to create new ways of being. Through a meaningful and collaborative therapeutic relationship, I provide a safe and inclusive space for clients to grow and reach their desired potential and authentic self. I provide support to individuals/families that are experiencing challenges within their lives (i.e., gender diverse clients, dysphoria, sexual orientation, anxiety, depression, internalized homophobia/ transphobia, coming to terms/coming out, trauma, self-harming, suicidal ideation).
For 14 years, 98% of my caseload has been LGBTQ2S+ I work collaboratively to navigate systems & refer clients to gender psychiatrists/endocrinologists (re: hormonal treatment).
I believe clients have the inherent ability to create change. It takes courage to step forth and request support which leads to strength and a desire to create new ways of being. Through a meaningful and collaborative therapeutic relationship, I provide a safe and inclusive space for clients to grow and reach their desired potential and authentic self. I provide support to individuals/families that are experiencing challenges within their lives (i.e., gender diverse clients, dysphoria, sexual orientation, anxiety, depression, internalized homophobia/ transphobia, coming to terms/coming out, trauma, self-harming, suicidal ideation).
Sarah Squires
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BS, MC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
St Albert, AB T8N
I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist with an office based in St. Albert, AB and offering virtual sessions province wide in Alberta. My goal is to help all clients trust their experiences and feel their emotions while improving their ability to be in safe, affirming relationships with themselves and others. I have always been fascinated by people and truly believe that each person already has everything they need to live the life they envision. From an attachment-based perspective, I am particularly interested in working with clients hoping to improve their relationships.
I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist with an office based in St. Albert, AB and offering virtual sessions province wide in Alberta. My goal is to help all clients trust their experiences and feel their emotions while improving their ability to be in safe, affirming relationships with themselves and others. I have always been fascinated by people and truly believe that each person already has everything they need to live the life they envision. From an attachment-based perspective, I am particularly interested in working with clients hoping to improve their relationships.
I have had the privilege of providing mental health support in a variety of capacities since 2013, including crisis management, advocacy, and community and private practice counselling. My focus is on helping clients identify their unique strengths to gain insight into their emotions and conquer unhelpful behaviour or thought patterns that no longer serve them.
I have had the privilege of providing mental health support in a variety of capacities since 2013, including crisis management, advocacy, and community and private practice counselling. My focus is on helping clients identify their unique strengths to gain insight into their emotions and conquer unhelpful behaviour or thought patterns that no longer serve them.
Lumina Counselling Services
Psychiatric Nurse, MA, BSc, RPN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
St Albert, AB T8N
I help people overcome anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship issues, and many others. I ensure that my clients have the tools to maintain the gains they have made with me. The services I offer are effective, efficient, collaborative, and affordable. I have an extensive clinical and academic background in psychology, psychiatry, and pharmacology. Moreover, my education in the humanities and my personal varied background helps me serve clients dealing with multicultural, cross-cultural, and family matters. I have been in a private practice since 2009 with 25 years of experience in the field. I also teach at MacEwan University.
I help people overcome anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship issues, and many others. I ensure that my clients have the tools to maintain the gains they have made with me. The services I offer are effective, efficient, collaborative, and affordable. I have an extensive clinical and academic background in psychology, psychiatry, and pharmacology. Moreover, my education in the humanities and my personal varied background helps me serve clients dealing with multicultural, cross-cultural, and family matters. I have been in a private practice since 2009 with 25 years of experience in the field. I also teach at MacEwan University.
Maurice has over 20 years of experience working with children, youth, adults and families who face a wide range of complex challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, separation/divorce, grief & loss, learning disabilities, self-harm, sleep health and suicidal ideation. Maurice draws from several evidence-based modalities that are culturally responsive and tailored to the individual. He prides himself on always bringing the highest degree of empathy and compassion to his practice with a focus on developing skills and promoting agency to achieve effective and sustainable mental health outcomes.
Maurice has over 20 years of experience working with children, youth, adults and families who face a wide range of complex challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, separation/divorce, grief & loss, learning disabilities, self-harm, sleep health and suicidal ideation. Maurice draws from several evidence-based modalities that are culturally responsive and tailored to the individual. He prides himself on always bringing the highest degree of empathy and compassion to his practice with a focus on developing skills and promoting agency to achieve effective and sustainable mental health outcomes.
I have the passion dedication and desire to help people achieve their best version of themselves. I am empathetic and pride myself in building therapeutic relationships with my clients. We want you to feel comfortable here at Motion Forward Counselling and offer mobile mental health services by video or phone. Providing services in clinic or community such as coffee shops or outside in nature. With a profound respect and understanding of cultural diversity and inclusion towards all our client is key to our practice. We are NIHB providers and work closely with the Indigenous communities providing services in English and Arabic.
I have the passion dedication and desire to help people achieve their best version of themselves. I am empathetic and pride myself in building therapeutic relationships with my clients. We want you to feel comfortable here at Motion Forward Counselling and offer mobile mental health services by video or phone. Providing services in clinic or community such as coffee shops or outside in nature. With a profound respect and understanding of cultural diversity and inclusion towards all our client is key to our practice. We are NIHB providers and work closely with the Indigenous communities providing services in English and Arabic.
