Marriage Counselling Therapists in Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB

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Brad Muise
Counsellor, MACP, CCC
Verified Verified
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T3H
I have unique personal experience that can help if you are feeling anxious, lonely, sad, or isolated while going through a transition in life or are in a marriage where your spouse is away a lot, such as in the military, oil patch, or a foreign-based business.
At Aligned Counselling, I have a particular interest in treating depression, anxiety, addictions, life transitions, and helping military spouses, and spouses of oil patch workers, who may be feeling isolated, lonely and sad. I believe that many mental health difficulties stem from a person's thoughts and behaviours not aligning with their needs and goals. This can come about for many reasons, including stress, recent or past trauma, substance abuse, anxiety, depression or other mental health challenges. Seeking help takes enormous courage and I understand it may feel overwhelming or frightening. I'm here to help!
I have unique personal experience that can help if you are feeling anxious, lonely, sad, or isolated while going through a transition in life or are in a marriage where your spouse is away a lot, such as in the military, oil patch, or a foreign-based business.
At Aligned Counselling, I have a particular interest in treating depression, anxiety, addictions, life transitions, and helping military spouses, and spouses of oil patch workers, who may be feeling isolated, lonely and sad. I believe that many mental health difficulties stem from a person's thoughts and behaviours not aligning with their needs and goals. This can come about for many reasons, including stress, recent or past trauma, substance abuse, anxiety, depression or other mental health challenges. Seeking help takes enormous courage and I understand it may feel overwhelming or frightening. I'm here to help!
(825) 255-5253 View (825) 255-5253
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Dr. Courtney Dookie
Psychologist, PsyD, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T3H
I am a Registered clinical Psychologist providing care to individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, developmental trauma disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use disorder, borderline personality disorder, ADHD, and relationship and marital challenges; Dr. Dookie is here to support you in your healing journey. I am trained in cognitive behavioural therapy, Gottman couples therapy and educator; I am a certified ADHD professional. I have been trained in the following areas, CBT, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioural therapy, solution focus therapy, and family therapy.
I am a Registered clinical Psychologist providing care to individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, developmental trauma disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use disorder, borderline personality disorder, ADHD, and relationship and marital challenges; Dr. Dookie is here to support you in your healing journey. I am trained in cognitive behavioural therapy, Gottman couples therapy and educator; I am a certified ADHD professional. I have been trained in the following areas, CBT, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioural therapy, solution focus therapy, and family therapy.
(587) 604-0817 View (587) 604-0817
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Katharine Heimbigner-Tenor
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T2W
With 30 years of marriage, adult children and aging parents I understand the challenges and rewards that we inherit from the past, bring to the present and will transmit to the future unless we take steps to break the cycle.
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.
With 30 years of marriage, adult children and aging parents I understand the challenges and rewards that we inherit from the past, bring to the present and will transmit to the future unless we take steps to break the cycle.
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.
(587) 851-0728 View (587) 851-0728
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Meg Hasek-Watt
Psychologist, RPsych, MC, MA
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T2P
I work predominantly with First Responders (e.g. EMS & 911), Veterans (VAC/Medavie), Frontline Workers (e.g. Nurses - RN, LPN, NP; Probation Officers; Peace Officers; Corrections) -You are all RADtastic! I specialize in Trauma: moral traumatic injury, PTSD, C-PTSD; Anxiety, Grief/Loss; Relationships; Identity & Life Transitions (marriage, divorce, poly-relationships etc); Infidelity; Return to Work & STD/LTD leaves; Queer & Trans-affirming. I offer sessions in person in Calgary or Virtually (phone/video - AB, NS, YK). I also offer Assessment Services (e.g. Psychoeducational, Mental Health, Personality, ADHD, MVA Personal Injury)
I work predominantly with First Responders (e.g. EMS & 911), Veterans (VAC/Medavie), Frontline Workers (e.g. Nurses - RN, LPN, NP; Probation Officers; Peace Officers; Corrections) -You are all RADtastic! I specialize in Trauma: moral traumatic injury, PTSD, C-PTSD; Anxiety, Grief/Loss; Relationships; Identity & Life Transitions (marriage, divorce, poly-relationships etc); Infidelity; Return to Work & STD/LTD leaves; Queer & Trans-affirming. I offer sessions in person in Calgary or Virtually (phone/video - AB, NS, YK). I also offer Assessment Services (e.g. Psychoeducational, Mental Health, Personality, ADHD, MVA Personal Injury)
(587) 851-5797 View (587) 851-5797
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Mark A Kolodziej
Counsellor, CCC, PhD, Trauma
Verified Verified
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T2G
Stress both workplace and life, sexual addicitons, relationships including couple, marital, family, co-worker, Christian. The goal of MARTHA7 counselling is to help people be the best version of themselves.
Stress both workplace and life, sexual addicitons, relationships including couple, marital, family, co-worker, Christian. The goal of MARTHA7 counselling is to help people be the best version of themselves.
(587) 323-4272 x403701 View (587) 323-4272 x403701
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Jeannine Crofton
Psychologist, MA, FMC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T3G
I am a Registered Psychologist in Alberta and Ontario. I offer online and in-person sessions. I am also a Divorce Mediator and provide Marital Mediation services. I teach in the Psychology department at Mount Royal University (MRU). I work with people who need guidance to redesign their relationship, work through a crisis or are transitioning into a co-parenting relationship with their spouse.
I am a Registered Psychologist in Alberta and Ontario. I offer online and in-person sessions. I am also a Divorce Mediator and provide Marital Mediation services. I teach in the Psychology department at Mount Royal University (MRU). I work with people who need guidance to redesign their relationship, work through a crisis or are transitioning into a co-parenting relationship with their spouse.
(587) 328-5545 View (587) 328-5545
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Lauren K Birks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW/RSW, MHA, RMFT
Verified Verified
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T3H
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.
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.
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Dotun Ogunfowora
Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T2P
Areas of specialty include bully/harassment, burnout, life/work balance, anxiety, depression, ADHD, marital/parenting challenges, and life transitions, .
Life is challenging; remember you are not alone. It is possible manage the challenges with self awareness and support (clinicians, friends and family). I enjoy supporting individuals, couples, children, and youth in diverse areas including bully/harassment (workplace and school), burnout management, emotional regulation (depression and anxiety), self–development, and self-understanding. I also specialize in psychological assessments of adults, youths, and children to aid insight into their studies, personality, behaviours, and psychological functioning.
Areas of specialty include bully/harassment, burnout, life/work balance, anxiety, depression, ADHD, marital/parenting challenges, and life transitions, .
Life is challenging; remember you are not alone. It is possible manage the challenges with self awareness and support (clinicians, friends and family). I enjoy supporting individuals, couples, children, and youth in diverse areas including bully/harassment (workplace and school), burnout management, emotional regulation (depression and anxiety), self–development, and self-understanding. I also specialize in psychological assessments of adults, youths, and children to aid insight into their studies, personality, behaviours, and psychological functioning.
(587) 402-3631 View (587) 402-3631
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Maria Wing
Marriage & Family Therapist, BA, MSc, APC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T3M
With over 6 years of experience helping people struggling with depression, anxiety, work/life stress, family conflict, couple/marital conflict, life transitions, trauma, grief, existential concerns, I am passionate about journeying with couples, families, children, young adults, and individuals in their path to healing and flourishing.
Whether you are facing life transitions, trauma, loss, depression, or anxiety, having someone to journey with can make all the difference in your journey towards healing and flourishing.
With over 6 years of experience helping people struggling with depression, anxiety, work/life stress, family conflict, couple/marital conflict, life transitions, trauma, grief, existential concerns, I am passionate about journeying with couples, families, children, young adults, and individuals in their path to healing and flourishing.
Whether you are facing life transitions, trauma, loss, depression, or anxiety, having someone to journey with can make all the difference in your journey towards healing and flourishing.
(587) 818-6211 View (587) 818-6211
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Hanita R Dagan
Psychologist, MA, RPsych, RMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T2P
I am a Registered Psychologist and Registered Marriage and Family Therapist with over 25 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families. I am committed to implementing evidence based treatment and staying current with best practices through attending national and international conferences, as well as keeping up-to-date with the latest research in the field. I believe that positive, meaningful relationships form the foundation of our well-being and the resolution of conflict can improve these relationships for the benefit of the couples, children and families involved.
I am a Registered Psychologist and Registered Marriage and Family Therapist with over 25 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families. I am committed to implementing evidence based treatment and staying current with best practices through attending national and international conferences, as well as keeping up-to-date with the latest research in the field. I believe that positive, meaningful relationships form the foundation of our well-being and the resolution of conflict can improve these relationships for the benefit of the couples, children and families involved.
(587) 812-0952 View (587) 812-0952
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Riverwest Therapy Collective
Psychologist, R Psych, MC, MA
Verified Verified
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T2P
Hello! We are a radtastic group of Psychologists, Psychotherapists, Certified Counsellors & Social Workers in private practice offering therapy & assessment services for our clients - In person:AB; Virtual: NS, YK, AB. We specialize in Trauma, Anxiety, Autism, ADHD, Neurodiversity, Grief/Loss, Identity, Chronic pain/illness, Personal Injury claims, WCB claims, end of life/death/dying, Sex & Relationships, Major Life Transitions (e.g. divorce, marriage), Infertility/Pregnancy Loss, Child Loss, & Assessment including ADHD, Autism, Learning, PsychoEducational, Gifted/School Admissions, MVA Assessment.
Hello! We are a radtastic group of Psychologists, Psychotherapists, Certified Counsellors & Social Workers in private practice offering therapy & assessment services for our clients - In person:AB; Virtual: NS, YK, AB. We specialize in Trauma, Anxiety, Autism, ADHD, Neurodiversity, Grief/Loss, Identity, Chronic pain/illness, Personal Injury claims, WCB claims, end of life/death/dying, Sex & Relationships, Major Life Transitions (e.g. divorce, marriage), Infertility/Pregnancy Loss, Child Loss, & Assessment including ADHD, Autism, Learning, PsychoEducational, Gifted/School Admissions, MVA Assessment.
(587) 856-5092 View (587) 856-5092
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Christine Oduor
Counsellor, BA, MACP, CCC
Verified Verified
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T2N
Life is a journey, and sometimes that journey takes us through valleys of grief, trauma, and relational challenges. Are you experiencing some overwhelming grief & loss? Are you and your partner looking to start your journey into marriage with a strong foundation? Or perhaps you're a married couple facing challenges in your relationship? Trauma, grief, and the complexities of relationships can cast shadows that seem overwhelming, giving rise to hopelessness and despair for some. No matter where you are in your grief or your relationship journey, you don't have to walk alone, I am here to guide and support you.
Life is a journey, and sometimes that journey takes us through valleys of grief, trauma, and relational challenges. Are you experiencing some overwhelming grief & loss? Are you and your partner looking to start your journey into marriage with a strong foundation? Or perhaps you're a married couple facing challenges in your relationship? Trauma, grief, and the complexities of relationships can cast shadows that seem overwhelming, giving rise to hopelessness and despair for some. No matter where you are in your grief or your relationship journey, you don't have to walk alone, I am here to guide and support you.
(587) 602-0187 View (587) 602-0187
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Stanislav Pak - Viable Mindset
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T2N
Do you have an emotional connection with your romantic partner? Do you find sex satisfying? I help couples to connect on emotional and physical levels. I specialize in sex therapy and marriage counselling. I will teach you how to express your needs, and I will help your partner to satisfy them. By meeting each other emotional and physical needs, you will create greater intimacy and a deeper emotional connection. Some sexual dysfunctions are related to stress, mental issues and/or addictions. You deserve a better life and together with your partner you can thrive and heal your past.
Do you have an emotional connection with your romantic partner? Do you find sex satisfying? I help couples to connect on emotional and physical levels. I specialize in sex therapy and marriage counselling. I will teach you how to express your needs, and I will help your partner to satisfy them. By meeting each other emotional and physical needs, you will create greater intimacy and a deeper emotional connection. Some sexual dysfunctions are related to stress, mental issues and/or addictions. You deserve a better life and together with your partner you can thrive and heal your past.
(403) 879-4354 View (403) 879-4354
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Salima Jamal Shariff
Psychologist, MSc, RPsych, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T2T
At some point in our lives we find ourselves feeling overwhelmed with a problem and unable to find a way out. Reaching out for support can provide an opportunity to learn alternative, healthier ways to cope and discover one's true self. My training in Marriage and Family Therapy and my diverse clinical experience, have allowed me to assist clients to discover and break their existing patterns that are keeping them stuck. Therefore, allowing them to develop insight, awareness, and a new outlook on the challenges they are facing, enabling them to lead more fulfilled lives and build stronger relationships.
At some point in our lives we find ourselves feeling overwhelmed with a problem and unable to find a way out. Reaching out for support can provide an opportunity to learn alternative, healthier ways to cope and discover one's true self. My training in Marriage and Family Therapy and my diverse clinical experience, have allowed me to assist clients to discover and break their existing patterns that are keeping them stuck. Therefore, allowing them to develop insight, awareness, and a new outlook on the challenges they are facing, enabling them to lead more fulfilled lives and build stronger relationships.
(855) 980-0342 View (855) 980-0342
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Sara Ludu
Psychologist, RPsych
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T3H
I want to help you tap into your innate capacity to heal - help you become open to experience, learn to trust yourself, develop an internal evaluation of yourself and have a willingness to continue growing. In private practice, I provide individual, family, marital/relationship, and group counselling. I treat people across the lifespan including children, adolescents (e.g. navigating identity), adults (e.g. working through relationships, parenting, and career issues), and the elderly (grief and life transitions).
I want to help you tap into your innate capacity to heal - help you become open to experience, learn to trust yourself, develop an internal evaluation of yourself and have a willingness to continue growing. In private practice, I provide individual, family, marital/relationship, and group counselling. I treat people across the lifespan including children, adolescents (e.g. navigating identity), adults (e.g. working through relationships, parenting, and career issues), and the elderly (grief and life transitions).
(587) 317-6482 View (587) 317-6482
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Ping Xu
Counsellor, CCC, MC, MD
Verified Verified
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T2V
I am a physician (MD) and a Canadian Certified Counselor, who is passionate about mind body integration, and supporting people in their wholistic journey of recovery and well-being. I help individuals and families with grief, family dynamics, marital strife, work and life transitions, ADHD, and any mental health a social adoption challenge they may be facing. I have over 10 years experience in working in human resources, with various Canadian organizations, with a deep understanding of disability and duty to accommodate. I work with Canadian born, or newcomers, and am fully fluent in both English and Mandarin.
I am a physician (MD) and a Canadian Certified Counselor, who is passionate about mind body integration, and supporting people in their wholistic journey of recovery and well-being. I help individuals and families with grief, family dynamics, marital strife, work and life transitions, ADHD, and any mental health a social adoption challenge they may be facing. I have over 10 years experience in working in human resources, with various Canadian organizations, with a deep understanding of disability and duty to accommodate. I work with Canadian born, or newcomers, and am fully fluent in both English and Mandarin.
(825) 445-1148 View (825) 445-1148
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Empowered Wellness & Solutions
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T3C
At Empowered Wellness & Solutions, we support clients who are experiencing marital issues, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, ADHD, OCD, burnout & trauma. We also offer assessment and diagnostic services. Life can be hard sometimes, and our clients often tell us that they have so much going on in their lives that they're struggling to manage their emotions. If you're tired of managing alone and want to find some peace or clarity in your life, or simply want to feel better emotionally, you've come to the right place.
At Empowered Wellness & Solutions, we support clients who are experiencing marital issues, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, ADHD, OCD, burnout & trauma. We also offer assessment and diagnostic services. Life can be hard sometimes, and our clients often tell us that they have so much going on in their lives that they're struggling to manage their emotions. If you're tired of managing alone and want to find some peace or clarity in your life, or simply want to feel better emotionally, you've come to the right place.
(587) 316-2810 View (587) 316-2810
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Jonathan Hutton
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T3C
My journey in becoming a Marriage and Family Therapist has evolved over the last 20 plus years in the Mental Health field from a belief that there is inter-connectedness in everything we do directly impacting our mental and physical well-being.
Relationships in our lives present us with an infinite number of experiences that bring successes, challenges and everything in between. The stories that we live everyday contain relationships that form the foundation of our mental and physical well-being. There are times when we want the current stories in our life to continue and at other times we hope and need for something to change so that we can live the life we desire as an individual and in relation to others. Regardless of the challenges you are experiencing there is a way to find a path forward towards a desired story that will bring fulfillment and joy in your life.
My journey in becoming a Marriage and Family Therapist has evolved over the last 20 plus years in the Mental Health field from a belief that there is inter-connectedness in everything we do directly impacting our mental and physical well-being.
Relationships in our lives present us with an infinite number of experiences that bring successes, challenges and everything in between. The stories that we live everyday contain relationships that form the foundation of our mental and physical well-being. There are times when we want the current stories in our life to continue and at other times we hope and need for something to change so that we can live the life we desire as an individual and in relation to others. Regardless of the challenges you are experiencing there is a way to find a path forward towards a desired story that will bring fulfillment and joy in your life.
(587) 874-5812 View (587) 874-5812
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Henze & Associates: Counseling & Care
Psychologist, MA, RCC, CPC, RPsych
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T2V
Marriage in knots? Need healing? Wondering if your commitment to marriage and faith will be respected? We offer a unique values focused, skills based strategy of marital intervention that takes marriages and families from the very brink of divorce all the way into high functioning excellence. If you are looking to address addictions, restore the love you once had, reawaken passion and do it all in a context where your faith and values are respected, then come to a place where we take the time to teach YOU how to fix your marriage so it won't be broken again.
Marriage in knots? Need healing? Wondering if your commitment to marriage and faith will be respected? We offer a unique values focused, skills based strategy of marital intervention that takes marriages and families from the very brink of divorce all the way into high functioning excellence. If you are looking to address addictions, restore the love you once had, reawaken passion and do it all in a context where your faith and values are respected, then come to a place where we take the time to teach YOU how to fix your marriage so it won't be broken again.
(866) 632-5280 x101 View (866) 632-5280 x101
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Dr. David Hersh - Hersh Ctr for Sexual Wellness
EdD, LMFT, CST, ABS, FAACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T2H
My specialty is Human Sexuality. I'm a Certified Sex Therapist, Psychotherapist and am a mostly retired, formerly Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I have 50+ years experience. I was trained, mentored and supervised by Dr. Wardell Pomeroy of the Kinsey Institute. I help my patients achieve their greatest sexual and relationship potential, beyond diagnosis and treatment of their concerns, to reach the most exciting levels of an intimate relationship. I see many patients online. It is efficient and effective, and it permits the intimacy and immediacy of an in-office consultation, from the comfort of your home or office.
My specialty is Human Sexuality. I'm a Certified Sex Therapist, Psychotherapist and am a mostly retired, formerly Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I have 50+ years experience. I was trained, mentored and supervised by Dr. Wardell Pomeroy of the Kinsey Institute. I help my patients achieve their greatest sexual and relationship potential, beyond diagnosis and treatment of their concerns, to reach the most exciting levels of an intimate relationship. I see many patients online. It is efficient and effective, and it permits the intimacy and immediacy of an in-office consultation, from the comfort of your home or office.
(403) 606-3183 View (403) 606-3183
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Kassandra Heap
Psychologist, MC, RPsych
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T3E
Waitlist for new clients
If you have been struggling in your relationships, I am here to help. Maybe arguments are becoming more and more intense, there is less connection and intimacy, and you are both feeling at a loss as to what to do. Maybe you are struggling with facing the loss of a relationship, or in navigating the complicated process of uncoupling in your relationship. Maybe you are planning a wedding and want to ensure you also plan for the marriage. Whether you are meeting with me as a couple, or as an individual, I will work with you to build and maintain healthy relationships in your life.
If you have been struggling in your relationships, I am here to help. Maybe arguments are becoming more and more intense, there is less connection and intimacy, and you are both feeling at a loss as to what to do. Maybe you are struggling with facing the loss of a relationship, or in navigating the complicated process of uncoupling in your relationship. Maybe you are planning a wedding and want to ensure you also plan for the marriage. Whether you are meeting with me as a couple, or as an individual, I will work with you to build and maintain healthy relationships in your life.
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Pam Luckhurst
Psychologist, MEd, MSW, R Psych
Verified Verified
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T2S
Through strong alliances with my clients I believe that helping them recognize their strengths and develop options is key to resuming personal competency and wellbeing in their lives and relationships. My skill in brief focused therapy enables resolution of most concerns within 3-7 sessions. I have developed expertise in organizing highly distressed individuals in crisis situations and in treating trauma. I have experience in successfully resolving symptoms by helping clients develop a positive connection to their emotional world. I have specialized training in the area of marriage and family therapy. I bring to my work passion, commitment, focused skill and professionalism.
Through strong alliances with my clients I believe that helping them recognize their strengths and develop options is key to resuming personal competency and wellbeing in their lives and relationships. My skill in brief focused therapy enables resolution of most concerns within 3-7 sessions. I have developed expertise in organizing highly distressed individuals in crisis situations and in treating trauma. I have experience in successfully resolving symptoms by helping clients develop a positive connection to their emotional world. I have specialized training in the area of marriage and family therapy. I bring to my work passion, commitment, focused skill and professionalism.
(403) 800-1151 View (403) 800-1151
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Velma M. Noble
Counsellor, MA, RP, CCC, CPCSRet, PAg-Ret
Verified Verified
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T3E
I have been in private practice since 2004, bringing a warm, comprehensive, practical, & holistic approach to mental health and wellness. Primary areas of clinical focus that include: depression and anxiety, grief and loss, major life transitions, stress management, marital enrichment, divorce care, family communication, spiritual care, empowerment and assertiveness training. I offer individual, couple, family therapy, as well as a number of unique group programs.
I have been in private practice since 2004, bringing a warm, comprehensive, practical, & holistic approach to mental health and wellness. Primary areas of clinical focus that include: depression and anxiety, grief and loss, major life transitions, stress management, marital enrichment, divorce care, family communication, spiritual care, empowerment and assertiveness training. I offer individual, couple, family therapy, as well as a number of unique group programs.
(403) 800-3443 View (403) 800-3443
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Gio Dolcecore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW, RMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T3H
Let's explore fertility, change, intimacy, marriage, divorce, co-parenting, fighting, monogamy, polyamory, and anything else together.
Hi, I’m Gio (they/them), and if you're reading this I'm assuming you're looking for a therapist. I hate to break it to you, but the "perfect" therapist doesn't exist. However, we could build a therapeutic relationship together that is the perfect solution to the reasons you're looking for a therapist. You might be feeling anxious, depressed, or scared - but you're also feeling ready for change. Try a free consultation with me and let's see if we'd make a good team to tackle some of those worries together.
Let's explore fertility, change, intimacy, marriage, divorce, co-parenting, fighting, monogamy, polyamory, and anything else together.
Hi, I’m Gio (they/them), and if you're reading this I'm assuming you're looking for a therapist. I hate to break it to you, but the "perfect" therapist doesn't exist. However, we could build a therapeutic relationship together that is the perfect solution to the reasons you're looking for a therapist. You might be feeling anxious, depressed, or scared - but you're also feeling ready for change. Try a free consultation with me and let's see if we'd make a good team to tackle some of those worries together.
(587) 600-2924 View (587) 600-2924
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Michelle Yvonne Buk
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB T2T
My practice specializes in relationship therapy and is based in attachment theory. I have over 30 years experience in family and couple/marital therapy and advanced skills in pediatric mental health, child development and best practices in parenting theory. I have worked in hospital based in patient and out patient programs, community mental health and social services as well as university teaching and administration. Currently I am employed with Alberta Children’s Hospital as well as my own private practice.
My practice specializes in relationship therapy and is based in attachment theory. I have over 30 years experience in family and couple/marital therapy and advanced skills in pediatric mental health, child development and best practices in parenting theory. I have worked in hospital based in patient and out patient programs, community mental health and social services as well as university teaching and administration. Currently I am employed with Alberta Children’s Hospital as well as my own private practice.
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Marriage Counselling

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.