Attachment-based Therapists in Saskatoon, SK

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Crystal Petryk Clinical Consultation & Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW(SK)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7W  (Online Only)
I like to integrate a variety of evidence-based therapeutic modalities: Attachment-Based Therapy, EMDR, Mindfulness-Based CBT, Emotion-Focused Therapy and Narrative Therapy.
ACCEPTING clients - ONLINE Counselling and Clinical Supervision. I am an experienced Masters level therapist and Clinical Supervisor. I specialize in perinatal and postpartum mood disorders, anxiety, women's health, parenting, and couples counselling. In addition to counselling, a large part of my practice includes providing clinical consultation and supervision to other practitioners and group practices across Saskatchewan.
I like to integrate a variety of evidence-based therapeutic modalities: Attachment-Based Therapy, EMDR, Mindfulness-Based CBT, Emotion-Focused Therapy and Narrative Therapy.
ACCEPTING clients - ONLINE Counselling and Clinical Supervision. I am an experienced Masters level therapist and Clinical Supervisor. I specialize in perinatal and postpartum mood disorders, anxiety, women's health, parenting, and couples counselling. In addition to counselling, a large part of my practice includes providing clinical consultation and supervision to other practitioners and group practices across Saskatchewan.
(306) 261-5121 View (306) 261-5121
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Lost & Found Counselling Services
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Saskatoon, SK S7H  (Online Only)
Our clinical practice provides comprehensive care from an attachment-based perspective, to individuals, couples and families, with a particular focus on betrayal trauma and addiction recovery (including sex/pornography).
Now accepting new clients! Welcome to Lost & Found Counselling. We are a virtual therapy clinic and our team, Lindsay, Tammy, Katlin & Zoë, specializes in relationship reconnection and repair. Perhaps you are trying to cope with the gut wrenching symptoms of betrayal trauma. Maybe you are trying to figure out how to heal your relationship after infidelity (or determine if you even want to!). Maybe you are wanting to re-create your life after divorce. Or perhaps you are hoping to build your self-esteem, learn to trust, improve communication, or recover from addiction in order to have a a more meaningful relationship with yourself.
Our clinical practice provides comprehensive care from an attachment-based perspective, to individuals, couples and families, with a particular focus on betrayal trauma and addiction recovery (including sex/pornography).
Now accepting new clients! Welcome to Lost & Found Counselling. We are a virtual therapy clinic and our team, Lindsay, Tammy, Katlin & Zoë, specializes in relationship reconnection and repair. Perhaps you are trying to cope with the gut wrenching symptoms of betrayal trauma. Maybe you are trying to figure out how to heal your relationship after infidelity (or determine if you even want to!). Maybe you are wanting to re-create your life after divorce. Or perhaps you are hoping to build your self-esteem, learn to trust, improve communication, or recover from addiction in order to have a a more meaningful relationship with yourself.
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Joy Choi
Counsellor, BSW EQ, MC, CCC, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7N  (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Joy. I'm a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCPA) and Registered Social Worker (SASW), specializing in supporting individuals dealing with challenges such as OCD, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, stress, anger management, life transitions, and aging. I work with adolescents and adults, offering a range of evidence-based therapies customized to meet your specific needs. My main focus is on person-centred, trauma-informed, and holistic care, ensuring that our therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone of our work together.
Hello, I'm Joy. I'm a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCPA) and Registered Social Worker (SASW), specializing in supporting individuals dealing with challenges such as OCD, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, stress, anger management, life transitions, and aging. I work with adolescents and adults, offering a range of evidence-based therapies customized to meet your specific needs. My main focus is on person-centred, trauma-informed, and holistic care, ensuring that our therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone of our work together.
(833) 425-2212 View (833) 425-2212
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Dr. Dawn Phillips
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7K  (Online Only)
I’m a Registered Doctoral Psychologist with over 20 years of experience providing treatment and training. It is important to know that all therapy is not created equal. Strategies, checklists, and skill building are helpful to relieve symptoms. Some want or need in-depth psychotherapy to address longstanding issues underlying their symptoms. I have extensive experience in assessing and providing the most efficient and cost effective treatment for each person’s needs and goals, and the highly specialized skills to provide in-depth treatment for those wishing to explore intensive insight-oriented treatment.
I’m a Registered Doctoral Psychologist with over 20 years of experience providing treatment and training. It is important to know that all therapy is not created equal. Strategies, checklists, and skill building are helpful to relieve symptoms. Some want or need in-depth psychotherapy to address longstanding issues underlying their symptoms. I have extensive experience in assessing and providing the most efficient and cost effective treatment for each person’s needs and goals, and the highly specialized skills to provide in-depth treatment for those wishing to explore intensive insight-oriented treatment.
(306) 993-7202 View (306) 993-7202
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Lyndsay Knorr
Psychologist, MEd
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7L
Waitlist for new clients
If you are feeling overwhelmed or like you are ready to make a change but you don’t know where to start…I want you to know that there is hope. I am here to hold space for you to encourage deep healing and growth. I know that vibrant health is possible when we provide ourselves a solid foundation, and I am here to help you start this process today. My approach to therapy is holistic in nature. I understand that in order to truly heal and thrive we must take care of not only our mental/emotional health, but our physical, and spiritual health as well. Everything is connected!
If you are feeling overwhelmed or like you are ready to make a change but you don’t know where to start…I want you to know that there is hope. I am here to hold space for you to encourage deep healing and growth. I know that vibrant health is possible when we provide ourselves a solid foundation, and I am here to help you start this process today. My approach to therapy is holistic in nature. I understand that in order to truly heal and thrive we must take care of not only our mental/emotional health, but our physical, and spiritual health as well. Everything is connected!
(306) 514-8238 View (306) 514-8238
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Melissa Gee
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
Saskatoon, SK S7K
Not accepting new clients
Though sometimes difficult, reaching out for support is a powerful first step towards empowerment, resilience, and growth. I am happy you are here. I have experience working with people of all ages and stages of life. Your needs are as individual as you are and this uniqueness is cultivated and celebrated in therapy. Being trauma-informed and culturally responsive, I strive to create a safe, inclusive, and open space. I am 2SLGTBQ+ friendly, use anti-oppressive practices to support BIPOC relationships, and am committed to the Canadian journey of reconciliation. I would be honoured to get to know you.
Though sometimes difficult, reaching out for support is a powerful first step towards empowerment, resilience, and growth. I am happy you are here. I have experience working with people of all ages and stages of life. Your needs are as individual as you are and this uniqueness is cultivated and celebrated in therapy. Being trauma-informed and culturally responsive, I strive to create a safe, inclusive, and open space. I am 2SLGTBQ+ friendly, use anti-oppressive practices to support BIPOC relationships, and am committed to the Canadian journey of reconciliation. I would be honoured to get to know you.
(306) 801-7801 View (306) 801-7801
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Sara I Mancuso
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, HBASc
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7K  (Online Only)
Accepting NEW Clients! - Struggling with feelings like anxiety, guilt, or shame that are holding you back? Feeling overwhelmed by tough thoughts or past negative experiences? Is that inner voice being extra harsh on you? Whether it's mood swings, stress, trauma, grief, ADHD, or big life changes, I'm here to help you find your way. I strongly believe everyone has the power to turn challenges, tough experiences, and painful feelings into chances to grow and discover more about yourself. I hold a Masters of Counselling Psychology and I am an EMDR practitioner and I work with individuals and couples.
Accepting NEW Clients! - Struggling with feelings like anxiety, guilt, or shame that are holding you back? Feeling overwhelmed by tough thoughts or past negative experiences? Is that inner voice being extra harsh on you? Whether it's mood swings, stress, trauma, grief, ADHD, or big life changes, I'm here to help you find your way. I strongly believe everyone has the power to turn challenges, tough experiences, and painful feelings into chances to grow and discover more about yourself. I hold a Masters of Counselling Psychology and I am an EMDR practitioner and I work with individuals and couples.
(306) 900-9593 View (306) 900-9593
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Amanda Knutson
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7K
If you are going through major life changes, feeling lost, struggling with anxiety, grief, depression, or finding motivation; if you are experiencing relationship conflicts, wishing to learn how to communicate your feelings better, want to practice setting boundaries, and increase your self-worth and self-esteem, I would love the opportunity to work with you.
If you are going through major life changes, feeling lost, struggling with anxiety, grief, depression, or finding motivation; if you are experiencing relationship conflicts, wishing to learn how to communicate your feelings better, want to practice setting boundaries, and increase your self-worth and self-esteem, I would love the opportunity to work with you.
(877) 934-7695 View (877) 934-7695
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Gordon Derry
Counsellor, BA, RTC
Verified Verified
Saskatoon, SK S7K
I describe myself as a transformational therapist not because it is trendy but because my approach is centred on transformation. Each of us has an internal drive towards healing; we seek to be better than "fine." We all experienced trauma in one form or another, no parent who has ever lived could meet every need we had as children. We all have parts of ourselves that we have cut off, disowned, or devalued. In therapy, we work together to construct a new experience, allowing you to reclaim who you truly are.
I describe myself as a transformational therapist not because it is trendy but because my approach is centred on transformation. Each of us has an internal drive towards healing; we seek to be better than "fine." We all experienced trauma in one form or another, no parent who has ever lived could meet every need we had as children. We all have parts of ourselves that we have cut off, disowned, or devalued. In therapy, we work together to construct a new experience, allowing you to reclaim who you truly are.
(306) 517-6328 View (306) 517-6328
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Gemma Ketchen
Counsellor, RPC-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7H  (Online Only)
Are you seeking support for relationship issues, personal struggles, or past traumas? Do you desire a safe space to explore your challenges and work towards a more fulfilling life? I'm here to support you through your experiences with life’s ups and downs. My mission is to create a safe and nurturing space where you can discover the tools you need to lead a more fulfilling life. Together, we can navigate through your struggles and empower you to make positive changes in your life. Let's embark on this journey towards healing and growth together.
Are you seeking support for relationship issues, personal struggles, or past traumas? Do you desire a safe space to explore your challenges and work towards a more fulfilling life? I'm here to support you through your experiences with life’s ups and downs. My mission is to create a safe and nurturing space where you can discover the tools you need to lead a more fulfilling life. Together, we can navigate through your struggles and empower you to make positive changes in your life. Let's embark on this journey towards healing and growth together.
(306) 518-6868 View (306) 518-6868
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Jacinda Scott
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7H
I am passionate about helping people work through past trauma and chronic stress. I believe we each have the answers & capacity to heal within ourselves; within our own bodies & minds. I work to guide and facilitate each client back to themselves; back to a place of healing. Trauma healing work requires commitment and dedication but will ultimately change patterns of thinking & behaviour to bring better health & success. I hope to support clients who are ready to do meaningful work to turn their lives in a new direction where they can utilize the skills & tools that I offer in their sessions with me.
I am passionate about helping people work through past trauma and chronic stress. I believe we each have the answers & capacity to heal within ourselves; within our own bodies & minds. I work to guide and facilitate each client back to themselves; back to a place of healing. Trauma healing work requires commitment and dedication but will ultimately change patterns of thinking & behaviour to bring better health & success. I hope to support clients who are ready to do meaningful work to turn their lives in a new direction where they can utilize the skills & tools that I offer in their sessions with me.
(306) 994-8294 View (306) 994-8294
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Sarah Siemens
Counsellor, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7K
Waitlist for new clients
It's an honor to come alongside you as you work towards growth and healing. My goal is to provide a safe and accepting environment to process difficult experiences and relational distress. I see counselling as a collaborative and sacred process. With empathy and compassion, I want to support you as you invest in self-discovery and emotional awareness. As a counsellor, I enjoy working with children/youth, adults, and families. My areas of interest include neurodiversity, trauma, family systems, and grief/loss. I am currently pursuing certification as a play therapist through the Canadian Association for Play Therapy.
It's an honor to come alongside you as you work towards growth and healing. My goal is to provide a safe and accepting environment to process difficult experiences and relational distress. I see counselling as a collaborative and sacred process. With empathy and compassion, I want to support you as you invest in self-discovery and emotional awareness. As a counsellor, I enjoy working with children/youth, adults, and families. My areas of interest include neurodiversity, trauma, family systems, and grief/loss. I am currently pursuing certification as a play therapist through the Canadian Association for Play Therapy.
(306) 994-8012 View (306) 994-8012
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Oksana Zbitniff
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7L
Does your child or teenager need someone to talk to? Are you looking for someone who can best support them with various things going on in their life? I am here to help and be another support in your child or teen's life.
Does your child or teenager need someone to talk to? Are you looking for someone who can best support them with various things going on in their life? I am here to help and be another support in your child or teen's life.
(855) 699-8504 View (855) 699-8504
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Cairis Counselling
Counsellor, BA, MC, CCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7K
Do you have an inner critic that won't let up, fear that won't let go, or emotional pain you just can't keep a lid on any more? Is it hard to feel like you are enough? I'm here to help people get their life back, let burdens go, and ease fears. With an affirming caring presence I specialize in healing trauma, resolving anxiety, and unburdening the hurts of the past. There is compassion, strength and courage inside you, it just needs to be uncovered.
Do you have an inner critic that won't let up, fear that won't let go, or emotional pain you just can't keep a lid on any more? Is it hard to feel like you are enough? I'm here to help people get their life back, let burdens go, and ease fears. With an affirming caring presence I specialize in healing trauma, resolving anxiety, and unburdening the hurts of the past. There is compassion, strength and courage inside you, it just needs to be uncovered.
(306) 994-4892 View (306) 994-4892
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Shelley E Ugyan
Counsellor, MA, BAEd
Verified Verified
Saskatoon, SK S7H
Shelley Ugyan, RRC, is an acclaimed author, speaker and has over 15 years experience in mental and holistic health. Her evidence based tools including Cognitive Behavioural reconditioning as well as psychodynamic, relational and hypnosis approaches set you on a path to direct healing, starting immediately after the first 90 minute session. Her approach is genuine, empowering and powerful. Healing is probable, and happens as a result of conscious daily actions and unconscious dynamics that shift as a result of this process. Shelley loves to work with individuals who are ready and willing to change their thinking to heal for life.
Shelley Ugyan, RRC, is an acclaimed author, speaker and has over 15 years experience in mental and holistic health. Her evidence based tools including Cognitive Behavioural reconditioning as well as psychodynamic, relational and hypnosis approaches set you on a path to direct healing, starting immediately after the first 90 minute session. Her approach is genuine, empowering and powerful. Healing is probable, and happens as a result of conscious daily actions and unconscious dynamics that shift as a result of this process. Shelley loves to work with individuals who are ready and willing to change their thinking to heal for life.
(844) 668-9133 View (844) 668-9133
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Stacey Huard Wellness
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RHN, BScN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7K
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, and welcome! Life is messy, beautiful, enduring and at times intensely painful. My intention is to create a safe space for you to land, nourished with empathy and understanding. Many of us are reaching outside of ourselves for happiness or utilizing avoidance strategies to cope. As result, a void or level of fear that is often challenging to describe separates us from our inner joy. Although each individual I hold space for will speak this in their own unique way, I am here to assist you towards a more peaceful partnership with yourself, others and the world around you.
Hello, and welcome! Life is messy, beautiful, enduring and at times intensely painful. My intention is to create a safe space for you to land, nourished with empathy and understanding. Many of us are reaching outside of ourselves for happiness or utilizing avoidance strategies to cope. As result, a void or level of fear that is often challenging to describe separates us from our inner joy. Although each individual I hold space for will speak this in their own unique way, I am here to assist you towards a more peaceful partnership with yourself, others and the world around you.
(306) 802-4386 View (306) 802-4386
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Cara Fox
Registered Social Worker, RSW, BSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7N  (Online Only)
I provide a safe supportive space where we engage in meaningful authentic conversations. I support each person as a unique individual by meeting them exactly where they are on their journey. I utilize a holistic approach which encourages each individual to reclaim their autonomy through a life which focuses on balancing mind, spirit, body and soul. I will teach you ways to regulate your autonomic nervous system (taking you out of survival mode and into a relaxed state). Together we can rediscover your inner trust, turn suffering into strength, explore your experiences, values, dreams, and discover your purpose in life.
I provide a safe supportive space where we engage in meaningful authentic conversations. I support each person as a unique individual by meeting them exactly where they are on their journey. I utilize a holistic approach which encourages each individual to reclaim their autonomy through a life which focuses on balancing mind, spirit, body and soul. I will teach you ways to regulate your autonomic nervous system (taking you out of survival mode and into a relaxed state). Together we can rediscover your inner trust, turn suffering into strength, explore your experiences, values, dreams, and discover your purpose in life.
(306) 802-4993 View (306) 802-4993
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Angela Navarro RSW MSW
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7H
Are you someone struggling with difficult thoughts and emotions that leave you feeling frustrated and unable to cope? I can help you by identifying those core thoughts and feelings and together we can move through and past the dark woods. I am Angela Navarro and I have over 10 years’ experience in the human services field including individual, couple, teen and child counselling, and have recently completed a Master in Social Work Program. My purpose is in service to others; to help better the life of one is to better the lives of many.
Are you someone struggling with difficult thoughts and emotions that leave you feeling frustrated and unable to cope? I can help you by identifying those core thoughts and feelings and together we can move through and past the dark woods. I am Angela Navarro and I have over 10 years’ experience in the human services field including individual, couple, teen and child counselling, and have recently completed a Master in Social Work Program. My purpose is in service to others; to help better the life of one is to better the lives of many.
(306) 994-0151 View (306) 994-0151
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Susan A Hossack
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7T  (Online Only)
Whether you are dating, partnered or married I can assist you with your relationship concerns either individually or in couples therapy. Couples therapy is a specialization and I have extensive experience in this area. I can also help guide you if you are considering separation or are grieving due to a separation or loss. I work with anyone who needs a caring and compassionate support and guidance for a wide variety of issues and concerns.
Whether you are dating, partnered or married I can assist you with your relationship concerns either individually or in couples therapy. Couples therapy is a specialization and I have extensive experience in this area. I can also help guide you if you are considering separation or are grieving due to a separation or loss. I work with anyone who needs a caring and compassionate support and guidance for a wide variety of issues and concerns.
(306) 518-8395 View (306) 518-8395
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Christine Krowchenko Counselling & Hypnotherapy
Counsellor, MACP, CCC, BEdAD, BSc, CHyp
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7W
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. " - Lao Tzu - If you are experiencing life stressors, pain from past-trauma, relationship difficulties, grief, mental health challenges such as anxiety or depression and just need a safe space to process emotions, I am here for you. Together we will navigate the path to health and healing. Regardless of where you are or where you've been, evidence-based practices and a personalized treatment plan will get you where you want to go. Together we will build hope and calm in an uncertain world.
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. " - Lao Tzu - If you are experiencing life stressors, pain from past-trauma, relationship difficulties, grief, mental health challenges such as anxiety or depression and just need a safe space to process emotions, I am here for you. Together we will navigate the path to health and healing. Regardless of where you are or where you've been, evidence-based practices and a personalized treatment plan will get you where you want to go. Together we will build hope and calm in an uncertain world.
(855) 641-1581 View (855) 641-1581

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Attachment-based Counsellors

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.