Grief Therapists in Calgary, AB
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Krystle Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2G
Struggling with grief, trauma, or relationships? I provide tailored, empathetic guidance to navigate your unique challenges. Together, we'll explore your emotions, nurturing resilience and fostering growth. Whether it's grief, trauma, parenting, or self-discovery you seek support for, I'm here to empower you on your healing journey.
Struggling with grief, trauma, or relationships? I provide tailored, empathetic guidance to navigate your unique challenges. Together, we'll explore your emotions, nurturing resilience and fostering growth. Whether it's grief, trauma, parenting, or self-discovery you seek support for, I'm here to empower you on your healing journey.
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Megan Miller Counselling ~ Grief & Trauma
Registered Social Worker, MSW , RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3H (Online Only)
I am highly experienced in grief therapy and trauma modalities, such as Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Welcome to Megan Miller Counselling, now accepting new clients in Alberta and British Columbia. I have over 25 years of experience supporting clients in the areas of anticipatory grief, bereavement, trauma, and diagnosis and illness adjustment through my work in health services. My greatest learning has come from journeying alongside all of the brave humans I’ve had the privilege of working with, including adults, teens, health care professionals, and other therapists.
I am highly experienced in grief therapy and trauma modalities, such as Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Welcome to Megan Miller Counselling, now accepting new clients in Alberta and British Columbia. I have over 25 years of experience supporting clients in the areas of anticipatory grief, bereavement, trauma, and diagnosis and illness adjustment through my work in health services. My greatest learning has come from journeying alongside all of the brave humans I’ve had the privilege of working with, including adults, teens, health care professionals, and other therapists.
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It is hard to reach out for support or to even consider reaching out when you are struggling. Perhaps you are experiencing a sense of grief, loss, or burnout leaving you feeling stuck and unsure about what the future holds? Perhaps you are feeling adrift and need someone to talk to as you figure out what to do next? Sometimes we find our past experiences interfere with the present and all of us face challenges that require extra support. Counselling can help you gain a better understanding of yourself, your relationships, and the changes you wish to implement to achieve further growth.
It is hard to reach out for support or to even consider reaching out when you are struggling. Perhaps you are experiencing a sense of grief, loss, or burnout leaving you feeling stuck and unsure about what the future holds? Perhaps you are feeling adrift and need someone to talk to as you figure out what to do next? Sometimes we find our past experiences interfere with the present and all of us face challenges that require extra support. Counselling can help you gain a better understanding of yourself, your relationships, and the changes you wish to implement to achieve further growth.
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I have experience working with individuals who have been coping with trauma, grief, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders and schizophrenia spectrum disorders.
In challenging times such as those we are experiencing today, it is only normal to feel overwhelmed, anxious, angry and sad. Our world and the life we knew have changed. Some of us lost their jobs, some of us lost activities which were close to their hearts, some of us lost their dreams and plans, and some of us lost their loved ones. Covid-19 constitutes a universal struggle, and it also imposes additional distress for some of us who were already coping with mental health issues. While Covid-19 forces distance, you don't need to be alone with your pain. I believe that every struggle is also an opportunity for personal growth.
I have experience working with individuals who have been coping with trauma, grief, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders and schizophrenia spectrum disorders.
In challenging times such as those we are experiencing today, it is only normal to feel overwhelmed, anxious, angry and sad. Our world and the life we knew have changed. Some of us lost their jobs, some of us lost activities which were close to their hearts, some of us lost their dreams and plans, and some of us lost their loved ones. Covid-19 constitutes a universal struggle, and it also imposes additional distress for some of us who were already coping with mental health issues. While Covid-19 forces distance, you don't need to be alone with your pain. I believe that every struggle is also an opportunity for personal growth.
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I am a Masters level Social Worker with over 25 years experience and a graduate from Dr. Alan Wolfelt’s Center for Loss and Life Transition. My passion is to companion those who are coping with loss, not only associated with a death or Chronic Illness. Including losses associated with aging and Life Transitions. Our work together will consist of a mindful approach that validates and normalizes your journey and story.
I am a Masters level Social Worker with over 25 years experience and a graduate from Dr. Alan Wolfelt’s Center for Loss and Life Transition. My passion is to companion those who are coping with loss, not only associated with a death or Chronic Illness. Including losses associated with aging and Life Transitions. Our work together will consist of a mindful approach that validates and normalizes your journey and story.
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I have additional training in religious trauma, ADHD, grief & loss, trauma & PTSD, play therapy techniques, parts work, and creating inclusive spaces.
Life can be a beautiful mess and a heartbreaking gift, often at the same time. My aim is to provide the connection and support you need to navigate the challenges you are currently facing. Using a trauma-informed and attachment-based lens, I will work with you to recognize the patterns of thinking and behaviour that might be holding you back, as well as invite you to consider how various influences in your life impact your functioning. I will remind you of your innate strengths and values and encourage your overal wellbeing by inviting you to listen to and trust your thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations.
I have additional training in religious trauma, ADHD, grief & loss, trauma & PTSD, play therapy techniques, parts work, and creating inclusive spaces.
Life can be a beautiful mess and a heartbreaking gift, often at the same time. My aim is to provide the connection and support you need to navigate the challenges you are currently facing. Using a trauma-informed and attachment-based lens, I will work with you to recognize the patterns of thinking and behaviour that might be holding you back, as well as invite you to consider how various influences in your life impact your functioning. I will remind you of your innate strengths and values and encourage your overal wellbeing by inviting you to listen to and trust your thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations.
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Struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, and/or pregnancy/postpartum issues? Please know that I am here. I will provide and guide you with strategies to help identify ways of coping and ways of taking back control in your life. You and I together, will work collaboratively in a safe, confidential space to help you feel empowered, learn how to enhance your self-care and build resilience. During our sessions, expect some laughter and some tears and always no judgement. I do offer Couples Counselling to help with relationship issues; whether it is communication breakdown, intimacy issues, infidelity, or external stressors.
Struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, and/or pregnancy/postpartum issues? Please know that I am here. I will provide and guide you with strategies to help identify ways of coping and ways of taking back control in your life. You and I together, will work collaboratively in a safe, confidential space to help you feel empowered, learn how to enhance your self-care and build resilience. During our sessions, expect some laughter and some tears and always no judgement. I do offer Couples Counselling to help with relationship issues; whether it is communication breakdown, intimacy issues, infidelity, or external stressors.
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Are you going through or have you recently gone through a significant life transition or loss? Are you noticing you are not quite handling things the way you used to or are feeling as if you are living in survival mode? I have dedicated my career to supporting folks in making meaningful change in their life. I specialize in helping folks recover from Grief and Loss, and I do not just mean loss from losing a love one. I can help folks experiencing all sorts of loss ranging from the loss of a career, a friendship, an intimate relationship, a pet, etc.
Are you going through or have you recently gone through a significant life transition or loss? Are you noticing you are not quite handling things the way you used to or are feeling as if you are living in survival mode? I have dedicated my career to supporting folks in making meaningful change in their life. I specialize in helping folks recover from Grief and Loss, and I do not just mean loss from losing a love one. I can help folks experiencing all sorts of loss ranging from the loss of a career, a friendship, an intimate relationship, a pet, etc.
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Elizabeth Hides
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, CT, CMMT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2X
Grief is a natural and unique experience. Hello! I am a holistic grief specialist. I am not your typical talk counsellor. I help adult Albertan’s connect to their mind, body, spirit and life again after a death, loss or life change. Grief is unique in how each person experiences it. Grief can be chaotic, overwhelming, isolating and sometimes leaving you feeling you have no control of your mind, body and life. Having both personal and professional experience with death, loss and unpredictable changes, allows me to be thoughtful about the importance of creating a safe space to share your raw emotions, thoughts and story of loss.
Grief is a natural and unique experience. Hello! I am a holistic grief specialist. I am not your typical talk counsellor. I help adult Albertan’s connect to their mind, body, spirit and life again after a death, loss or life change. Grief is unique in how each person experiences it. Grief can be chaotic, overwhelming, isolating and sometimes leaving you feeling you have no control of your mind, body and life. Having both personal and professional experience with death, loss and unpredictable changes, allows me to be thoughtful about the importance of creating a safe space to share your raw emotions, thoughts and story of loss.
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Karen Yakimchuk | Pure Living Counselling
Counsellor, MC, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2Y
A warm welcome! Are you navigating a life transition, feeling disconnected from yourself and others, or struggling with anxiety/worry that keeps you from living the life you desire? Perhaps you seek to foster a life that aligns with your authentic self, but are unsure where to start? You are not alone. When women encounter adversity, the effects are often multifaceted; creating unbalance, strain on relationships, and impacting overall wellbeing. As a dedicated counsellor, I support women encountering challenges in the areas of anxiety, life transitions, trauma, relationship matters, grief/loss, and self-discovery.
A warm welcome! Are you navigating a life transition, feeling disconnected from yourself and others, or struggling with anxiety/worry that keeps you from living the life you desire? Perhaps you seek to foster a life that aligns with your authentic self, but are unsure where to start? You are not alone. When women encounter adversity, the effects are often multifaceted; creating unbalance, strain on relationships, and impacting overall wellbeing. As a dedicated counsellor, I support women encountering challenges in the areas of anxiety, life transitions, trauma, relationship matters, grief/loss, and self-discovery.
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Resilient You Art Therapy
Art Therapist, PCAT, DVATI, MA Lead, BA Psyc
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2H
You are on a beautiful journey. It is a courageous and vulnerable thing - - to look at your life, recognize the challenges, and reach out for support. I honour the strength in you, and the part of you that is hanging on to hope, keeps reaching towards health and wholeness, determined to find ways to get there. I’m glad you are here. It would be an honour to support you on this journey. Are you looking for insight and clarity? Need to work through grief, depression, anxiety or a transition? Art Therapy is an effective way to process all of these, and developing skills, tools and strengths along the way.
You are on a beautiful journey. It is a courageous and vulnerable thing - - to look at your life, recognize the challenges, and reach out for support. I honour the strength in you, and the part of you that is hanging on to hope, keeps reaching towards health and wholeness, determined to find ways to get there. I’m glad you are here. It would be an honour to support you on this journey. Are you looking for insight and clarity? Need to work through grief, depression, anxiety or a transition? Art Therapy is an effective way to process all of these, and developing skills, tools and strengths along the way.
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Michelle Marie Koerner Master Art Practitioner
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3G
My approach is trauma-focused and attachment oriented. I utilize both Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) in my practice. Both are evidence-based modalities that facilitate Memory Reconsolidation. That's a fancy term meaning that disturbing emotional memories (which create triggers) can be unlocked, released and replaced so that you can truly heal and feel alive and free. Treatments include: PTSD, trauma, early childhood and complex trauma, OCD, Dyslexia, pain and addictions, loss and grief. You don’t have to go through what you’re facing alone. Please email for a free phone consultation.
My approach is trauma-focused and attachment oriented. I utilize both Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) in my practice. Both are evidence-based modalities that facilitate Memory Reconsolidation. That's a fancy term meaning that disturbing emotional memories (which create triggers) can be unlocked, released and replaced so that you can truly heal and feel alive and free. Treatments include: PTSD, trauma, early childhood and complex trauma, OCD, Dyslexia, pain and addictions, loss and grief. You don’t have to go through what you’re facing alone. Please email for a free phone consultation.
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Laura Kalbfleisch
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2R (Online Only)
I have specialized training in trauma and grief therapy, including: Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE) for PTSD, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and am a certified Grief Recovery Method (GRM) specialist.
Hello, I'm Laura! I'm a Registered Psychologist in Alberta who has over 10 years of experience working with adults and young adults dealing with issues of grief and loss (including pet loss) trauma, insomnia/sleep issues, and anxiety. I offer a holistic viewpoint of healing, which takes the brain, body, and mind into account. I can also help you with creating goals to better your sense of overall well-being, increase insight into your emotions, body reactions, thoughts and behavours, build self esteem and self confidence, and manage stress. My mission is to assist clients in realizing their goals and recognizing their strengths.
I have specialized training in trauma and grief therapy, including: Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE) for PTSD, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and am a certified Grief Recovery Method (GRM) specialist.
Hello, I'm Laura! I'm a Registered Psychologist in Alberta who has over 10 years of experience working with adults and young adults dealing with issues of grief and loss (including pet loss) trauma, insomnia/sleep issues, and anxiety. I offer a holistic viewpoint of healing, which takes the brain, body, and mind into account. I can also help you with creating goals to better your sense of overall well-being, increase insight into your emotions, body reactions, thoughts and behavours, build self esteem and self confidence, and manage stress. My mission is to assist clients in realizing their goals and recognizing their strengths.
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Katharine Heimbigner-Tenor
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2W
Are long term difficulties due to complex and traumatic experiences (often from childhood) making life challenging for you and/or your relationships? Is there an unexplored grief that accompanies these experiences? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression. PTSD, personality disorder (eg., BDP), chronic pain/illness or have dissociation? To add to this complexity are you neurodiverse (eg., ADHD, autism, gifted) or suspect you are? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions you are like many of my clients. I offer individual and couples counselling and formal adult psychoeducational, neurodiversity and trauma assessments.
Are long term difficulties due to complex and traumatic experiences (often from childhood) making life challenging for you and/or your relationships? Is there an unexplored grief that accompanies these experiences? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression. PTSD, personality disorder (eg., BDP), chronic pain/illness or have dissociation? To add to this complexity are you neurodiverse (eg., ADHD, autism, gifted) or suspect you are? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions you are like many of my clients. I offer individual and couples counselling and formal adult psychoeducational, neurodiversity and trauma assessments.
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Cortney Ruault
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, BSW
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3B (Online Only)
I am currently accepting new clients! I offer both short-term and long-term psychotherapy sessions aimed to support meaningful change. I see people with a wide array of mental health concerns and life challenges including childhood or adulthood trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, infertility and/or childlessness, and addictions issues. I also specialize in working with highly sensitive individuals, empaths, and/or those dealing with longstanding chronic health issues.
I am currently accepting new clients! I offer both short-term and long-term psychotherapy sessions aimed to support meaningful change. I see people with a wide array of mental health concerns and life challenges including childhood or adulthood trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, infertility and/or childlessness, and addictions issues. I also specialize in working with highly sensitive individuals, empaths, and/or those dealing with longstanding chronic health issues.
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Anusha Kassan
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2T
Waitlist for new clients
Not current taking on new clients... Hello! Thank you for perusing my profile. I am a registered psychologist with close to 20 years of clinical experience. I am dedicated to supporting people through difficult times and circumstances. I have an open, non-judgemental demeanour and pride myself in my understanding of and passion for diversity. My areas of clinical expertise include anxiety, depression, grief, mindfulness, relationship difficulties, identity challenges, career orientation, work-related stress, and anger management, to name but a few examples.
Not current taking on new clients... Hello! Thank you for perusing my profile. I am a registered psychologist with close to 20 years of clinical experience. I am dedicated to supporting people through difficult times and circumstances. I have an open, non-judgemental demeanour and pride myself in my understanding of and passion for diversity. My areas of clinical expertise include anxiety, depression, grief, mindfulness, relationship difficulties, identity challenges, career orientation, work-related stress, and anger management, to name but a few examples.
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At times we all struggle with anxiety, depression, and grief. If the struggles you are carrying are becoming heavier then you can bear, I can support you in finding a way to lessen this burden.
At times we all struggle with anxiety, depression, and grief. If the struggles you are carrying are becoming heavier then you can bear, I can support you in finding a way to lessen this burden.
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Made in Thought Counselling Services
Psychologist, MA, RPsych, CCC
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3L (Online Only)
1) Personalized Support: Whether you're navigating loss, managing chronic illness, struggling with anxiety, or facing other challenges, you'll receive support on how to address your needs and goals.
Thank you for seeking a psychologist; it’s an important decision. With over a decade of experience in the field of mental health, I acknowledge my imperfections, while also fully committed to understanding and assisting you in achieving your goals. My areas of specialty include all forms of anxiety and loss, as well as holding space for the ‘hard to feel or talk about’ life issues. I aim to be available six days a week, including evenings. I also offer you a free 15-minute phone chat so you can check out my voice, my energy, and ask me any questions you might have. When you reach out to Made in Thought, here's what you can expect:
1) Personalized Support: Whether you're navigating loss, managing chronic illness, struggling with anxiety, or facing other challenges, you'll receive support on how to address your needs and goals.
Thank you for seeking a psychologist; it’s an important decision. With over a decade of experience in the field of mental health, I acknowledge my imperfections, while also fully committed to understanding and assisting you in achieving your goals. My areas of specialty include all forms of anxiety and loss, as well as holding space for the ‘hard to feel or talk about’ life issues. I aim to be available six days a week, including evenings. I also offer you a free 15-minute phone chat so you can check out my voice, my energy, and ask me any questions you might have. When you reach out to Made in Thought, here's what you can expect:
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Abigail Barth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3L (Online Only)
By bringing together my specialized training in perinatal mental health and your personal experience and understanding of yourself, we can work together to soften the edges of anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma so that you can live more fully.
Birth can be beautiful and scary. And when a birth doesn't go as planned, it can affect us in ways that we never expected. Right now, you may be staring at your newborn feeling overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts, sadness, or fear. Or maybe you’re reeling from a miscarriage, stillbirth, or TFMR, and you need someone to help carry your pain without dismissal or judgment. Or you've gotten through that first year and are dreading the end of your leave and don't know how you're going to get through the transition to work and daycare. If this is you, I can help!
By bringing together my specialized training in perinatal mental health and your personal experience and understanding of yourself, we can work together to soften the edges of anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma so that you can live more fully.
Birth can be beautiful and scary. And when a birth doesn't go as planned, it can affect us in ways that we never expected. Right now, you may be staring at your newborn feeling overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts, sadness, or fear. Or maybe you’re reeling from a miscarriage, stillbirth, or TFMR, and you need someone to help carry your pain without dismissal or judgment. Or you've gotten through that first year and are dreading the end of your leave and don't know how you're going to get through the transition to work and daycare. If this is you, I can help!
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Cara Lizzi
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC, CCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2X
Hello! Throughout my professional life I have had the opportunity to work with children, teenagers and adults who have struggled with issues such as grief and loss, depression and suicidal ideation, anxiety, interpersonal relationship difficulties, and self-esteem issues. I take a relaxed and non-judgmental approach in working with clients, in hopes that therapy will be as comfortable and organic as possible. Struggling from time to time is an inevitable part of life, and sometimes a different perspective or a shift in coping strategies can help to guide you through the tough times.
Hello! Throughout my professional life I have had the opportunity to work with children, teenagers and adults who have struggled with issues such as grief and loss, depression and suicidal ideation, anxiety, interpersonal relationship difficulties, and self-esteem issues. I take a relaxed and non-judgmental approach in working with clients, in hopes that therapy will be as comfortable and organic as possible. Struggling from time to time is an inevitable part of life, and sometimes a different perspective or a shift in coping strategies can help to guide you through the tough times.
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How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.