Family Therapy in Alberta

I am passionate about helping individuals, couples and families reach their full potential. I have a diverse academic, professional, and personal background. I see counselling as a wonderful opportunity and gift to partner with people on their journeys toward personal wellness and success. I am currently a Registered Psychologist as well I am a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist with the Canadian Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. I also a Clinical Fellow with the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.

Working from a holistic frame, I believe that the source for all healing and lasting change is rooted in the mind-body-spirit triad, as well as the family-community connection. I support persons of all ages and histories in finding those resources that may guide them towards experiencing greater satisfaction in their daily living, sense of well-being, and in their key relationships. Using a variety of approaches, I tailor the therapeutic experience to best match each client's needs at any given point in therapy.

I work with individuals, couples and families who are struggling with everyday coping, relational issues, parenting concerns, psychological wellness and relationship/famil functioning. I specialize in depression, anxiety, grief & loss, infertility, existential questioning, couple and marital relationship issues, parenting concerns & strategies, and systemic therapeutic approaches. I work with people to move towards change-oriented solutions by reducing distress, improving coping and mental health skills & understanding relational patterns. I offer a safe, culturally-sensitive space for neurodivergence, LGBTQIA+ & BIPOC communities.

At Shore Psychological we believe in meeting a client where they are at and operating from a collaborative approach. Shore Psychological is excited to welcome their new practitioner Michael! Michael is a Canadian Certified Counsellor, he will be providing virtual counselling services to clients age 17+ and is currently accepting new clients. Michael practices using a Humanistic approach which uses a mixed methods approach to create a plan best suited to the clients’ needs. This can include IFS (training in progress), CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, and Gottman (training in progress).

Cindy specializes in Therapy services for Children (age 3 and up), Youth and Adults. Cindy is significantly trained and a CERTIFIED EMDR and ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy) specialist, Blast hypnotherapy, complex trauma, behavioural and Conduct disorders, stress, anxiety, emotional disorders, attachment, disassociation and parent / family supportive services. Cindy's approach is a combination of Eclecticism and Multitheoretical approach; this framework allows a combined intervention from more than one theoretical source based on the client's individual needs, which allows techniques based on their efficiency/effectiveness.

Feeling stuck because of constant struggles and stress from work, relationships and family is exhausting. From work to sleep to relationships, joy is missing. You might feel burned out and alone. You might have tried other resources and found they aren't working. Here’s where I come in. I have training, experience helping others and lived experience of personal trauma, toxic workplaces, institutional and organizational injustice, and career transitions. I offer a safe, non-judgmental and compassionate place to come alongside you, develop a personalized plan so you can become unstuck and flourish.

Do you feel like your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are often misaligned with who you want to be, who you really are deep inside? Are you ready to begin transforming the beliefs, emotions, and patterns you hold inside of yourself that keep you from fully living the life that you want? Together we can explore the roots of whatever you are currently wanting help with - be it emotional regulation, self-compassion, relationships, depression, anxiety, addictions, life transitions, sexuality, spirituality, and racial identity. These roots can span across multiple generations, often inviting us to tune in to our ancestral history.

In my current practice as a Practicum Student, I integrate aspects of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), narrative therapy techniques, and mindfulness, tailoring each approach to address specific challenges such as family dynamics, sports performance, depression, and anxiety. I also focus on attachment theory to help clients understand and improve their relationships, fostering healthier connections.

I believe that understanding how our mind and body work to protect us from difficult experiences over the course of the lifespan can help us make sense of ourselves and the world around us. We often equate our experiences to self worth, and may feel stuck in a repetitive loop of stress, anxiety, and feeling misunderstood. Using a combination of science, evidence-based interventions, humor, and maybe a few too many swear words…(sorry in advance!), my goal is to create a safe, open, and accepting space to support your healing journey.

Cynthia facilitates treatment for mental health issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, family dysfunction, grief and loss, suicide ideation, suicide survival, self-harm, self-esteem, and phobias. Children, youth, adults, and couple's therapy is available. Life is especially hard in our current world, and the impact of historical events weigh heavily on people from all walks of life. Cynthia strives to help the client find their true self in all the chaos, and to build confidence in challenging circumstances so that a satisfactory life can be achieved.

I have a great love for people and an overwhelming compassion and empathy for those who are impacted by grief and loss. I have a strong interest in working with those struggling with various addictions, mental health concerns, grief and loss, and faith issues. I counsel from a client-centred, trauma-informed, strengths-based approach, using motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and narrative therapy modalities.

You are open to exploring better ways of showing up for yourself and others in your life who you care about. You may be experiencing some challenges such as grief and loss, bereavement, depression, anxiety, or doubts about strengthening your abilities in order to move forward in your life. At any major crossroads, you are often forced to reevaluate who you are in the present moment, or who you would like to be in the future.

At Family Counselling Centres we recognize that therapy cannot be a one size fits all approach. Every individual is unique in how they respond to therapy. Accordingly, we provide a variety of options--we utilize play therapy, animal- assisted therapy, EMDR, art therapy, filial therapy, sandplay therapy, and traditional psychotherapy to provide clients with comprehensive care. We treat children, teens, adults, and families using both traditional and non-traditional therapies.

I am passionate and skilled in working with clients who have experiences of trauma, PTSD, family conflict, marital conflict, parent-child issues, emotional or behavioural disturbances, depression, anxiety, and relationship problems. I enjoy working with clients who are interested in making long-lasting changes and improvements to their life.

It isn’t necessary to stay stuck (or alone) in painful situations or challenging circumstances. Therapy/counselling provides an opportunity to uncover and discover new understandings, strengths and resiliencies in self (and others). Therapy provides a safe space to develop action plans to explore difficult life and relationship (couple, family/parenting, separation) issues or work/career concerns. Therapy also provides a safe space to explore and develop skills in managing mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, OCD, ODD, etc. No problem is too big for therapy. Clinical Supervision is also available.

***I am not accepting new clients at this time.*** Therapy is no easy task. (Yeah, I said it). It is a lot of work with ups and downs, just like everything else you've accomplished to get to where you are! Whether you are seeking help for grief, trauma, life changes/events, depression and anxiety, family and relationship troubles, stress, or any other issue, it takes dedication to the process of self-discovery. If you are ready, I would be honored to take the first steps beside you.

Do you struggle with challenges such as anxiety, depression, or navigating difficult relationships that affect your day-to-day life and relationships? Maybe you feel overwhelmed by the thought of living up to your family obligations and want to do things differently but don’t want to “bring shame to the family”? Are you questioning if life could be better but not sure where to start? If this feels familiar to you, then you’ve come to the right place. Helping you heal and thrive is what we’re all about. Welcome to Tulia, where we specialize in helping people recover from trauma.

My background is in systems theory; the idea that everyone is connected to those around them, with influence between all those people, organizations, and cultures. My approach to therapy is primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy but I also see a need for insight into the meaning that we make/have made of things and how that impacts our present. Therapy then, involves opening space for a person to increase awareness of their own process and to see alternative perspectives, thereby empowered to make different life decisions. It is so exciting to see someone realize that they have the power to change their perspective and their life!

I’m so happy you’ve taken the time to visit my profile, and I’m so proud of you for taking the step to help yourself and/or your loved one! About me: I’m a seasoned therapist with skills and knowledge related to a multitude of individual/family emotional and psychological issues. My practice is trauma-informed and I work hard to ensure you get the best psychological care possible. My ideal client is open and willing to engage in a collaborative, client-centred, action-oriented healing process, and doesn't mind being challenged to think in new ways about old problems. It starts with talking.

As human beings, we all need to feel safe, loved and heard. Life is full of unpredictable moments and situations. I am here for you. Through our work together, I will support and empower you and your child(ren) to meet your needs and goals successfully. Whether your goal is to find calm for your child by building tools around resilience and coping or you want to overcome feelings of frustration and worry that come with parenting, we will work together in a way that feels right for everyone.

Benton is a Registered Psychologist who holds a Master's degree in Marital and Family Therapy from Loma Linda University. He has worked in the counselling profession for over 18 years.

Experiencing significant changes and pressures during adolescence can be something hard to navigate. These pressures can be centered around friends, school, and family issues. This heavy load can manifest in many different ways and can cause many teens to act out, pull away from family, and show signs of mental health issues. If you noticed your teen is having changes in behavior, changes to their daily activity, personality changes, mood swings, decline in their sport performance or other favorite activities, it may be time to seek some help.

There’s a phrase that resonates so well in our northern hemisphere: feeling snowed under. It brings a rather-Canadian image to mind along with a feeling of overwhelm. Sometimes, life feels like we’ve been left snowed under and we find ourselves spinning our wheels. It can be exhausting. I’m here to help. I’ve worked in child, adolescent, family and young adult mental health for over 20 years. I’m a parent, a partner, a professional in the field, and the learning never ends. Whether it’s raising our families or learning about the relationships we hold within ourselves, there are ways to decrease the distress and find an easier path.

Psychological interventions are a way to understand, and change problematic behaviours and relationships that impede a person's development. I see the maladaptive patterns that people become embroiled in as knots, and psychotherapy as a way for people to untie the emotional knots they find themselves in. My approach is psychodynamic in orientation which means how to fundamentally change the negative patterns we continually make across multiple relationships. My particular skill is in working with and helping you to understand the emotional relationships people engage in and how these can have negative and positive consequences