Therapists in Calgary, AB
I am a Registered Psychologist offering in-person services in Calgary & virtual services throughout AB. I have experience working with Adults through a number of issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, boundaries, self-esteem, emotional regulation, childhood abuse/sexual assault, healthy sexuality, and self-awareness/identity. I specialize in working with adults who have experienced trauma in their life. Trauma can look different for each and every person; what may be traumatizing for one, may not be for another. You define what it means for you, & together, we can work towards lessening the impact of these events.
I am a Registered Psychologist offering in-person services in Calgary & virtual services throughout AB. I have experience working with Adults through a number of issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, boundaries, self-esteem, emotional regulation, childhood abuse/sexual assault, healthy sexuality, and self-awareness/identity. I specialize in working with adults who have experienced trauma in their life. Trauma can look different for each and every person; what may be traumatizing for one, may not be for another. You define what it means for you, & together, we can work towards lessening the impact of these events.
Trish Hardy
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BEd, MACP
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2C
Waitlist for new clients
She uses modalities to heal trauma including sexual assault.
Trish has over 20 years working with children, teens and parents. Her practice includes a collaborative and holistic approach through first developing a strong relationship with her clients. She incorporates therapy styles and tools that best fit with an individual’s needs.
She uses modalities to heal trauma including sexual assault.
Trish has over 20 years working with children, teens and parents. Her practice includes a collaborative and holistic approach through first developing a strong relationship with her clients. She incorporates therapy styles and tools that best fit with an individual’s needs.
I have years of experience working with people who have been impacted by trauma and sexual abuse.
Do you feel disconnected and alone as you journey through life? Are your emotions overwhelming right now? Does it feel like the symptoms of anxiety, depression, isolation or emotional overwhelm are a barrier to living a whole and connected life? Maybe you’ve experienced some kind of trauma, sexual abuse, or depression and you are at a point where you are ready to move forward. If you are reading this, a part of you is ready for change and to feel better.
I have years of experience working with people who have been impacted by trauma and sexual abuse.
Do you feel disconnected and alone as you journey through life? Are your emotions overwhelming right now? Does it feel like the symptoms of anxiety, depression, isolation or emotional overwhelm are a barrier to living a whole and connected life? Maybe you’ve experienced some kind of trauma, sexual abuse, or depression and you are at a point where you are ready to move forward. If you are reading this, a part of you is ready for change and to feel better.
I have years of experience working with people who have been impacted by trauma and sexual abuse.
Do you feel disconnected and alone as you journey through life? Are your emotions overwhelming right now? Does it feel like the symptoms of anxiety, depression, isolation, or emotional overwhelm are a barrier to living a whole and connected life? Maybe you’ve experienced some kind of trauma, sexual abuse, or depression and you are at a point where you are ready to move forward. If you are reading this, a part of you is ready for change and to feel better.
I have years of experience working with people who have been impacted by trauma and sexual abuse.
Do you feel disconnected and alone as you journey through life? Are your emotions overwhelming right now? Does it feel like the symptoms of anxiety, depression, isolation, or emotional overwhelm are a barrier to living a whole and connected life? Maybe you’ve experienced some kind of trauma, sexual abuse, or depression and you are at a point where you are ready to move forward. If you are reading this, a part of you is ready for change and to feel better.
Maddalena Genovese
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2G (Online Only)
Stress can impact the whole person and trauma can turn one’s world upside down. Sexual and physical assault, combat, medical traumas or serious accidents are all examples of traumatic events that can cause an array of distressing symptoms. Anxiety, depression, flashbacks, nightmares along with nausea, and chronic fatigue are common and can wreak havoc on relationships. Sometimes feelings of horror, anger, sadness can seem to come out of nowhere making people feel like they are going “crazy.” But they are not. These are symptoms of trauma, and specialized evidence base treatment can help.
Stress can impact the whole person and trauma can turn one’s world upside down. Sexual and physical assault, combat, medical traumas or serious accidents are all examples of traumatic events that can cause an array of distressing symptoms. Anxiety, depression, flashbacks, nightmares along with nausea, and chronic fatigue are common and can wreak havoc on relationships. Sometimes feelings of horror, anger, sadness can seem to come out of nowhere making people feel like they are going “crazy.” But they are not. These are symptoms of trauma, and specialized evidence base treatment can help.
Carol A Daw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2N (Online Only)
Are you looking for a helping hand through divorce, or other trauma, or are you struggling with feelings of uncertainty, general unhappiness, depression, or lower than ideal self-esteem? Together, we can look at strengths, look at what is not going the way you would like it to go, and strategize a plan for making things better. If you have experienced trauma - whether from a car accident, an assault, or abuse as a child, then I definitely have skills in helping to reduce ongoing negative effects of these experiences, primarily using a technique called EMDR, as well as other strategies.
Are you looking for a helping hand through divorce, or other trauma, or are you struggling with feelings of uncertainty, general unhappiness, depression, or lower than ideal self-esteem? Together, we can look at strengths, look at what is not going the way you would like it to go, and strategize a plan for making things better. If you have experienced trauma - whether from a car accident, an assault, or abuse as a child, then I definitely have skills in helping to reduce ongoing negative effects of these experiences, primarily using a technique called EMDR, as well as other strategies.
I completed a 400-hour practicum at the Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton as part of my graduate program at Athabasca University and am also an advanced level student of Somatic Experiencing.
I do not work with police officers, security guards, peace officers, or prison employees. We might be a good therapeutic fit if you are at the onset of considering a life event in a new light; if you're trying to navigate systems of oppression with grace for yourself; if you're looking for support in finding a sweet spot between codependence and individualism in your relationships; or if you're just looking to be kept company in the hard parts of being a person.
I completed a 400-hour practicum at the Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton as part of my graduate program at Athabasca University and am also an advanced level student of Somatic Experiencing.
I do not work with police officers, security guards, peace officers, or prison employees. We might be a good therapeutic fit if you are at the onset of considering a life event in a new light; if you're trying to navigate systems of oppression with grace for yourself; if you're looking for support in finding a sweet spot between codependence and individualism in your relationships; or if you're just looking to be kept company in the hard parts of being a person.
First, my gratitude for your curiosity about my work. The foundation for all of my work is from a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and anti-oppressive lens. I have had the honour of working with a wide range of people who seek to navigate through challenges such as childhood trauma, sexual abuse/violence, grief, intimacy issues, anxiety, and chronic pain. I have witnessed the often beautiful and life-shifting, but complex journey of navigating such issues and the courage it takes to do so. I aim to create a space where this vulnerability is met with compassion, safety, support, and a guiding hand if you feel you need it.
First, my gratitude for your curiosity about my work. The foundation for all of my work is from a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and anti-oppressive lens. I have had the honour of working with a wide range of people who seek to navigate through challenges such as childhood trauma, sexual abuse/violence, grief, intimacy issues, anxiety, and chronic pain. I have witnessed the often beautiful and life-shifting, but complex journey of navigating such issues and the courage it takes to do so. I aim to create a space where this vulnerability is met with compassion, safety, support, and a guiding hand if you feel you need it.
With empathy and compassion, I provide the following services to my clients, trauma, domestic violence, family conflict, family, divorce, communication and relationship issues, sexual assault and sexual abuse, grief and loss, parenting, homelessness, isolation, life transitions, immigration challenges and emotional regulation, anxiety and depression.
I am gratefully working with clients from different backgrounds and cultures helping them learn how to deal with their emotions and feelings and guide them to find the best solutions for their problems, my goal is to help you and hold your hand while navigating your path.
With empathy and compassion, I provide the following services to my clients, trauma, domestic violence, family conflict, family, divorce, communication and relationship issues, sexual assault and sexual abuse, grief and loss, parenting, homelessness, isolation, life transitions, immigration challenges and emotional regulation, anxiety and depression.
I am gratefully working with clients from different backgrounds and cultures helping them learn how to deal with their emotions and feelings and guide them to find the best solutions for their problems, my goal is to help you and hold your hand while navigating your path.
I specialize in anxiety, trauma-related difficulties, and life transitions. These often show up as depression, stress, sleep difficulties, and affected relationships. I can help you heal from physical and sexual abuse. Together, we can navigate transitions and find your personal power. My goal is to help you develop a sense of your own power and identity. Sometimes I am the "expert" with the knowledge and experience, other times I simply listen to you in your painful moments. At all times, I am here entirely for you and always on your side.
I specialize in anxiety, trauma-related difficulties, and life transitions. These often show up as depression, stress, sleep difficulties, and affected relationships. I can help you heal from physical and sexual abuse. Together, we can navigate transitions and find your personal power. My goal is to help you develop a sense of your own power and identity. Sometimes I am the "expert" with the knowledge and experience, other times I simply listen to you in your painful moments. At all times, I am here entirely for you and always on your side.
I am a Registered Psychologist in good standing with the College of Alberta Psychologists. My educational background consists of a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Sociology from Trent University and a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from Athabasca University. I have worked in a counselling capacity in Fort McMurray and Calgary, Alberta for over a decade. I work with adults and adolescents (14 yrs +) wanting support regarding anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD (i.e. sexual assault survivors), ADHD, stress related difficulties, low self-esteem, life transitions, motherhood, and personal growth.
I am a Registered Psychologist in good standing with the College of Alberta Psychologists. My educational background consists of a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Sociology from Trent University and a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from Athabasca University. I have worked in a counselling capacity in Fort McMurray and Calgary, Alberta for over a decade. I work with adults and adolescents (14 yrs +) wanting support regarding anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD (i.e. sexual assault survivors), ADHD, stress related difficulties, low self-esteem, life transitions, motherhood, and personal growth.
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A significant part of my ethos, is seeing Individuals and couples thrive in their sexual health and relationships. Ranging from helping couples bring the passion back in their mismatched sexual desires, stop the reoccurring fights, resolve the parenting and money conflicts, and heal betrayal (infidelity). I work with you to let go of the shame surrounding your sex life; resolve the joy stolen by erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation and the frustration of in-orgasm and painful sex. There's hope to heal the trauma of sexual abuse and sexual addictions. Pleasure and happiness belong in your sex life and relationships.
A significant part of my ethos, is seeing Individuals and couples thrive in their sexual health and relationships. Ranging from helping couples bring the passion back in their mismatched sexual desires, stop the reoccurring fights, resolve the parenting and money conflicts, and heal betrayal (infidelity). I work with you to let go of the shame surrounding your sex life; resolve the joy stolen by erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation and the frustration of in-orgasm and painful sex. There's hope to heal the trauma of sexual abuse and sexual addictions. Pleasure and happiness belong in your sex life and relationships.
Tammam El-Khodor
Counsellor, Reg OT, MRSc, MEd, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2R
I have diverse clinical skills with a special focus on anxiety, depression, trauma, concussions and brain injuries, PTSD, and men's survivors of sexual abuse.
I work with individuals and couples who seek to improve their mental health and relationships. I work with individuals, who experienced trauma, struggling with anxiety, and/ or seeking meaning to life events. My unique life experience exposed me to different cultures and ways of living, which included the Middle East, Europe, and North America. I believe that relationships, mental health, and behaviors are better understood when body, mind, and context are examined simultaneously. I work with my clients to navigate through their experiences, including their spirituality, to create helpful meanings in their lives.
I have diverse clinical skills with a special focus on anxiety, depression, trauma, concussions and brain injuries, PTSD, and men's survivors of sexual abuse.
I work with individuals and couples who seek to improve their mental health and relationships. I work with individuals, who experienced trauma, struggling with anxiety, and/ or seeking meaning to life events. My unique life experience exposed me to different cultures and ways of living, which included the Middle East, Europe, and North America. I believe that relationships, mental health, and behaviors are better understood when body, mind, and context are examined simultaneously. I work with my clients to navigate through their experiences, including their spirituality, to create helpful meanings in their lives.
I specialize in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing). I am a Certified EMDR Therapist & EMDR Consultant (EMDRIA approved). I help people heal from traumatic experiences and the effects that these painful events have - anxiety, depression, nightmares, stress, emotional exhaustion, being stuck. EMDR gives people relief from symptoms that they can't get from talk therapies.
I specialize in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing). I am a Certified EMDR Therapist & EMDR Consultant (EMDRIA approved). I help people heal from traumatic experiences and the effects that these painful events have - anxiety, depression, nightmares, stress, emotional exhaustion, being stuck. EMDR gives people relief from symptoms that they can't get from talk therapies.
Maybe you never feel enough, and what "enough" even looks like may feel uncertain. You might be exhausted from feeling the guilt and shame you don't know how to talk about. Perhaps you think your overwhelming past experiences will never leave you. I work with folks who long to accept and connect with themselves & others but feel stuck and in a loop of self-criticism. As a Korean-Canadian Psychologist with many intersecting identities, I also understand and work with many personal and systemic challenges faced by BIPOC & LGBTQ+ communities. I offer care, skills, and insights to support your growth and discovery of new possibilities.
Maybe you never feel enough, and what "enough" even looks like may feel uncertain. You might be exhausted from feeling the guilt and shame you don't know how to talk about. Perhaps you think your overwhelming past experiences will never leave you. I work with folks who long to accept and connect with themselves & others but feel stuck and in a loop of self-criticism. As a Korean-Canadian Psychologist with many intersecting identities, I also understand and work with many personal and systemic challenges faced by BIPOC & LGBTQ+ communities. I offer care, skills, and insights to support your growth and discovery of new possibilities.
Trauma can leave you feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and uncertain of where to turn. You might be struggling with anxiety, flashbacks, or emotional numbness, longing for peace and stability. My mission is to help you transform these challenges into opportunities for healing and growth. With years of experience in trauma therapy, I’ve guided individuals to reclaim their lives, process pain, and build a stronger, more grounded sense of self. Together, we’ll navigate your trauma, allowing you to move forward with renewed strength, clarity, and deeper connection to yourself and others.
Trauma can leave you feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and uncertain of where to turn. You might be struggling with anxiety, flashbacks, or emotional numbness, longing for peace and stability. My mission is to help you transform these challenges into opportunities for healing and growth. With years of experience in trauma therapy, I’ve guided individuals to reclaim their lives, process pain, and build a stronger, more grounded sense of self. Together, we’ll navigate your trauma, allowing you to move forward with renewed strength, clarity, and deeper connection to yourself and others.
I know that looking for a therapist can be a very difficult and daunting process… And I’m really glad you’re here. I would be honoured to sit with you and hear your story; to deeply listen to you; to build a relational space so that we can hold your needs, worries, pain, joy and to collaborate towards your therapeutic goals.
I know that looking for a therapist can be a very difficult and daunting process… And I’m really glad you’re here. I would be honoured to sit with you and hear your story; to deeply listen to you; to build a relational space so that we can hold your needs, worries, pain, joy and to collaborate towards your therapeutic goals.
Laurie Siembida
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2W
Accepting New Clients! You want to live a meaningful life where you have strong and healthy relationships with yourself and others but something has gotten in the way of that. It may have been experiencing trauma as a child or adult, experiencing dysfunctional family dynamics, suffering a loss, or other difficult life experiences. Whether you struggle with anxiety or depression, have difficulty recognizing your own self-worth, struggle to feel a sense of connection with self or others, or feel overwhelmed and stuck in your life, my aim is to help you take steps toward living a more authentic and fulfilling life.
Accepting New Clients! You want to live a meaningful life where you have strong and healthy relationships with yourself and others but something has gotten in the way of that. It may have been experiencing trauma as a child or adult, experiencing dysfunctional family dynamics, suffering a loss, or other difficult life experiences. Whether you struggle with anxiety or depression, have difficulty recognizing your own self-worth, struggle to feel a sense of connection with self or others, or feel overwhelmed and stuck in your life, my aim is to help you take steps toward living a more authentic and fulfilling life.
Currently on maternity leave: Living a meaningful life starts with having an authentic safe space to be open and honest about where you are at. Having someone meet you in that space and support you in taking steps towards your own healing and growth can help to transition from a survival state to one of fulfillment and joy. I work in perinatal mental health, meaning anything to do with the parenting journey! Whether you are pregnant, postpartum, TTC, struggling with infertility or loss, or are thinking about kids at all, you have come to the right place! You do not have to go through this incredible transition alone.
Currently on maternity leave: Living a meaningful life starts with having an authentic safe space to be open and honest about where you are at. Having someone meet you in that space and support you in taking steps towards your own healing and growth can help to transition from a survival state to one of fulfillment and joy. I work in perinatal mental health, meaning anything to do with the parenting journey! Whether you are pregnant, postpartum, TTC, struggling with infertility or loss, or are thinking about kids at all, you have come to the right place! You do not have to go through this incredible transition alone.
Eileen Shemanchuk
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3A
Welcome and thank you for taking the time to visit my profile! One of the most important aspects to a healing experience is the therapeutic relationship itself; finding a genuine fit where you feel heard, seen and respected is essential. I place high value on creating a safe space, free of judgement, so curiosity, compassion and connection can flourish. To help bring clarity to the decision your making to engage in therapy, I offer 15 minutes free consultation.
Welcome and thank you for taking the time to visit my profile! One of the most important aspects to a healing experience is the therapeutic relationship itself; finding a genuine fit where you feel heard, seen and respected is essential. I place high value on creating a safe space, free of judgement, so curiosity, compassion and connection can flourish. To help bring clarity to the decision your making to engage in therapy, I offer 15 minutes free consultation.
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Sexual Abuse Counsellors
How do therapists treat sexual abuse?
A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.
Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?
Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.
How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?
Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.
Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?
As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.