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Mental Health Issues

Our Calgary Psychologist Clinic supports clients facing a wide range of mental health issues.  Mental health issues are not necessarily mental health conditions; we all go through difficult periods in our lives and sometimes the best way to get through it is with the help of a compassionate psychologist or counsellor.

Our therapists provide counselling and therapy to all of Alberta through online video counselling and in-person from our Mount Royal University location.

 Finding a Calgary Psychologist that has experience with whatever issue you are facing is important; that’s why we’ve made it easy to find someone who has the experience and will be able to help you work through whatever you’re facing. Each issue page has a list of our Calgary Psychologists and Counsellors experienced with that issue.

Contact us today for a free consultation and see if one of our therapists is the right fit for you!

Calgary ADHD Counselling and Therapy

ADHD Therapy

ADHD therapy involves a combination of evidence-based techniques and interventions designed to address the core symptoms of ADHD and improve overall functioning. Our psychologists utilize a collaborative and supportive approach, working closely with clients to...
Calgary Anger Management Therapy and Counselling

Anger Management

Anger is a complex emotion that can arise from various triggers, such as frustration, disappointment, or perceived injustice. While it is a natural response to certain situations, uncontrolled anger can have detrimental effects on relationships,...
Calgary Anxiety Counselling and Therapy

Anxiety Therapy

Anxiety is a complex and often overwhelming experience that affects millions of people worldwide. Whether you’re struggling with generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder, or another form of anxiety, our therapists are here to offer...
Calgary Body Image Therapy and Counselling

Body Image Therapy

Body image therapy offers a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and beliefs about their bodies. With the guidance of a psychologist, individuals address negative body image distortions, challenge societal...
Calgary Depression Counselling and Therapy

Depression Counselling

Depression is more than just feeling sad or low; it's a pervasive mood disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and despair. It can affect various aspects of life, including emotions, thoughts, behaviors, and...
Calgary Divorce Counselling and Therapy

Divorce Counselling

Divorce can have profound emotional, psychological, and practical implications for all involved. Whether you are contemplating divorce, in the midst of separation, or adjusting to post-divorce life, it's essential to understand and address the impact...
Calgary Eating Disorder Therapy and Counselling

Eating Disorder Therapy

Eating disorders, such as Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge-Eating Disorder, are complex mental health conditions that impact individuals physically, emotionally, and psychologically. Anorexia involves restrictive eating behaviors, excessive exercise, and distorted body image. Bulimia...
Calgary Fear and Phobias Therapy and Counselling

Fear and Phobias Therapy

Phobias often stem from underlying triggers and experiences, and our therapists initiate the treatment process with a comprehensive assessment. Through open discussions, they delve into the origin, triggers, and associated symptoms of the phobia, fostering...
Calgary Grief Counselling and Therapy

Grief Counselling

Grief is a deeply personal and multifaceted experience, encompassing a range of emotions such as sadness, anger, guilt, and profound longing. Our therapists recognize that each individual's journey through grief is unique, shaped by the...
Calgary Insomnia and Sleep Disorders Counselling and Therapy

Insomnia and Sleep Disorders Counselling

Insomnia and sleep disorders can stem from a variety of factors, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and lifestyle habits. These conditions disrupt sleep patterns, leading to difficulties falling asleep, staying asleep, or achieving restorative sleep....
Calgary Loneliness and Social Isolation Counselling and Therapy

Loneliness Therapy and Social Isolation Counselling

Social isolation and loneliness can profoundly impact mental well-being, leading to feelings of sadness, disconnection, and low self-esteem. Loneliness therapy acknowledges the detrimental effects of social isolation and provides individuals with a safe space to...
Calgary Obsessive Compulsive Disorder OCD Counselling and Therapy

OCD Therapy

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is characterized by intrusive, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions) aimed at alleviating distress or preventing feared outcomes. These obsessions and compulsions can significantly interfere with daily activities,...
Calgary Parenting Counselling and Therapy

Parenting Counselling

Parenting counselling with a psychologist offers a transformative journey for parents, empowering them with insights, strategies, and support to navigate the joys and challenges of parenthood. Through individual or family sessions, parents explore a range...
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Postpartum Depression Therapy

Postpartum depression is characterized by feelings of extreme sadness, anxiety, and exhaustion that persist for weeks or months after giving birth. Our postpartum therapy sessions with a psychologist are tailored to address the unique experiences...
Calgary PTSD Counselling and Therapy

PTSD Therapy

PTSD is a mental health condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. Our therapy sessions offer a safe and supportive environment for individuals to explore their experiences and manage distressing symptoms...
Calgary Relationship Counselling and Therapy

Relationships Therapy

Our therapists provide a safe and supportive environment for couples to explore and address their relationship issues. With compassionate guidance, couples can openly discuss concerns, express emotions, and gain insights into the underlying causes of...
Calgary Self-Esteem Counselling and Therapy

Self-Esteem Therapy

Self-esteem forms the foundation of our sense of self-worth and confidence, influencing how we perceive and interact with the world around us. At our Calgary Psychologist Clinic, we recognize the importance of understanding self-esteem as...
Calgary Trauma Therapy and Counselling

Trauma Therapy

Trauma can manifest in various forms and can be acute, occurring immediately after a distressing event, or chronic, persisting over time and potentially leading to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Seeking trauma therapy early on after...

Psychological Theories and Frameworks in Our Calgary Counselling Clinic

Our psychologists and therapists draw from a variety of counselling frameworks and theories when working with clients. Learn more about the many different frameworks and theories our psychologists, therapists, and counsellors use.

EMDR Therapy Calgary

Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy

EMDR is an approach to therapy that can help your brain become “unstuck” and be able to successfully process disturbing...
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Isomnia Calgary

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is a psychological treatment approach that has gained recognition for effectively addressing the challenges...
Feminist Therapy Calgary

Feminist Therapy

Feminist therapy is a therapeutic approach that focuses on addressing the unique experiences and challenges individuals, particularly women, face in...
Person Centered Therapy and Counselling Calgary

Person Centered Therapy

Person-centered therapy, also known as client-centered therapy, is a humanistic approach to psychotherapy that places the client at the center...
Culturally Sensitive Therapy in Calgary

Culturally Sensitive Therapy

Culturally sensitive therapy is a therapeutic approach that recognizes and values the importance of culture and identity in the therapy...
Strength Based Therapy Calgary

Strength Based Therapy

Strength-based therapy is an approach used by psychologists that focuses on identifying and utilizing an individual’s strengths and resources to...
Emotionally Focused Therapy Calgary

Emotionally Focused Therapy

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is a therapeutic approach that focuses on improving emotional connections and attachment patterns in relationships. It...
Prolonged Exposure Therapy Calgary

Prolonged Exposure Therapy

Prolonged Exposure Therapy is an evidence-based treatment approach used by psychologists to address trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). This...
Cognitive Processing Therapy Calgary

Cognitive Processing Therapy

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) is a widely recognized and evidence-based therapeutic approach used by psychologists to treat individuals suffering from...
Motivational Interviewing Calgary

Motivational Interviewing

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a counseling framework that aims to elicit and strengthen an individual’s intrinsic motivation to change. It...
Interpersonal Psychotherapy Calgary

Interpersonal Psychotherapy

Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) is a therapeutic approach focused on improving interpersonal relationships and resolving interpersonal issues that contribute to psychological...
Attachment Based Therapy Calgary

Attachment Based Therapy

Attachment-based therapy is an approach rooted in the field of psychology that focuses on the significance of human connections and...
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy DBT Calgary

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a type of therapy that combines elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy with concepts of acceptance and...
Family Systems Therapy Calgary

Family Systems Therapy

Family systems therapy is a therapeutic approach that focuses on understanding and addressing the dynamics and interactions within a family...
Narrative Therapy Calgary

Narrative Therapy

Narrative therapy is a form of therapy that focuses on the stories and narratives that individuals construct about their lives....
Psychodynamic Therapy Calgary

Psychodynamic Therapy

Psychodynamic therapy is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on understanding and exploring the unconscious processes and past experiences that...
Solution Focused Therapy Calgary

Solution Focused Therapy

Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) are therapeutic approaches that focus on finding solutions rather than dwelling on...
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Calgary

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a widely recognized and evidence-based form of psychotherapy that focuses on the connection between thoughts,...

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! We have several psychologists and therapists that offer Calgary Couples Counselling, Marriage counselling and relationship counselling. Check our Couples Counselling service page to see what therapists specialize in providing Couples Counselling in Calgary and Alberta.

Yes! We provide direct billing where we can, it depends on your insurance company and the credentials of the therapist. Sunlife is one of the insurers that do not allow us to do direct billing. For Provisional psychologists we usually can only direct bill for AB Blue Cross and Greenshield. For Assessment work like psychoeducational assessments, we do not provide direct billing. We charge the assessment at the start of the process and when finished, we provide a letter outlining the services rendered that you can submit to your insurer for reimbursement.

Yes! We have several therapists that speak multiple languages. There is a languages section under about us where you can see which therapists provide counselling in other languages.

Our psychologists, counsellors and therapists will, at minimum, have a Master degree in a related field. Many are registered psychologists or provisional registered psychologists who are with licensed with the College of Alberta Psychologists and some are Canadian Certified Counsellors who are registered with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association See our therapists’ bios for detailed information about their credentials.

Our therapists are skilled in a variety of therapeutic frameworks. The most common framework is CBT, but all of our therapists are experienced in at least several frameworks and most are eclectic in the interventions they use, opting to use what works for the client instead of a adhering strictly to a single framework. Each therapist has the types of therapy they use listed on their profile page, and we also have a frameworks section that will list the therapists that use those frameworks on them.

Beyond frameworks, we offer Child, Youth, Couples/Marriage, and Individual counselling for men, women, seniors, and lgbtq identified individuals.

Yes! We have an office located across from Mount Royal University in Southwest Calgary, close to where Crowchild Trail Meets Glenmore Trail, and one office located in Brentwood NW Calgary close to University of Calgary.

Unfortunately, we do not offer sliding scale fees. Our fees can be accessed on our pricing page.

Yes! We offer online video or phone counselling in Calgary and throughout Alberta and beyond. While some clients are not interested in video counselling, we do have excellent therapists who work exclusively online and all of our therapists who offer in-person sessions also offer online video counselling.

We recommend taking advantage of the free consultation option first – you’ll get a chance to meet your therapist and ensure that the relationship is going to be a good fit and that you both believe you’ll be able to benefit from the relationship ahead of spending any money.

If you’re certain you just want to go ahead and book a session, simply send us a text message with your first name, last name, and email address, or provide it through the contact form. We will get you setup in the booking system, send you the intake forms to complete, and when done, get you booked!

Same day turn-around is generally very rare – we are not a crisis treatment center so if you can’t wait a little bit, it’s best to try contacting the Distress Centre.

That said, it does happen that we can get clients in with a therapist right away if there is an opening or a cancellation – the biggest hold up is getting the intake forms completed.

Yes! We offer assessments for both Adults and Children, and we offer Psycho Educational Assessments, ADHD Assessments, and Cognitive Assessments / IQ Tests. See the pricing page for further details. All our assessments are conducted by a College of Alberta Registered Psychologist who specializes in assessment work.

We frequently get asked questions about how long it will take to see improvements. This is a really difficult question to answer and depends more on the client, the issues they are dealing with, and where they are at in their life than the therapist. Our main goal is to help educate our clients and provide them with the tools so that they can improve their lives and move beyond therapy.

Online video counselling *can* be every bit as effective as in-person counselling, but it really depends on the situation. For young children, online counselling is likely not going to be effective because it’s much more difficult to engage them. For people dealing with very difficult mental health issues, or who already believe that online counselling is not effective, it likely won’t be as effective as in-person. However, for many clients who are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, online counselling can be extremely effective and can be much more convenient for our busy schedules.

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