Find a Therapist in Rocky View County, Alberta.

When life feels like it's falling apart, we offer help in putting it back together. Come and experience wholeness in your emotions, your mind, your spirit and your relationships through both the techniques of psychology and the healing power of Christ. Life just wasn't meant to be lived in pieces and, now, there is a Christian Counselling option that gives you the tools to ensure you don't have to.

Psychotherapy is a process of gaining an awareness of one's issues which leads to improving the understanding of one's issues. Following this, the process of psychotherapy is to follow through with some form of therapeutic action to either improve the awareness, increase one's understanding or resolve the issues that one originally came in to psychotherapy for.

Psychotherapy offers a deeper, more intentional space to explore patterns, experiences, and emotions that may be shaping your life in ways you don’t fully understand yet. Renee provides thoughtful, trauma-informed psychotherapy grounded in safety, collaboration, and respect. Her approach is steady and compassionate, creating an environment where clients feel supported to explore both present challenges and past experiences at a pace that feels manageable.

I aspire to create an affirming and judgement-free environment where individuals feel safe expressing their experiences as everyone deserves to be heard and witnessed for who they are. I can provide practical guidance and support and I incorporate humour and humility into my practice. I view treatment as holistic and do not subscribe to a "one size fits all" approach. While there can be common symptoms, each person brings their own unique experiences and perspectives to the challenges which they are currently facing, because of this I will always work with you to design a practical and specific treatment plan designed just for you.

I strive to create a warm and compassionate environment where people feel safe to explore the issues they are struggling with. My work is informed by my belief that we are all the best experts of our own lives and that we each have the self-righting ability to heal and move towards increased wellness. I have created a unique and effective way of supporting others to overcome life's challenges by combining the latest research in brain development and attachment theory and the use of EMDR, Mindfulness based Cognitive Therapy, and Family System theory.

We understand that sharing life’s ups and downs can be intimidating. At Curio Counselling, our goal is to provide a safe space where you can explore who you are and work toward who you want to be. Want to understand how your past is affecting you now? Ready to change old habits? Wondering how to access your inner strengths? We will guide you at a pace that feels comfortable for you. You do not have to figure out life all by yourself. Let's get started.

Psychotherapy can be effective for a wide range of concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationships, addictions, spirituality etc. By creating a safe place for you to explore concerns and express feelings, we will be able identify unhealthy patterns and replace these with more functional ways of being in the world. The overall aim is to increase the quality of your life and assist you in using your strengths in order to find solutions to life's difficulties. I provide a non-judgemental sounding board for you and offer suggestions in order to help you successfully navigate life's many hurdles.

Are my personal and emotional struggles, anxiety, and depression just “all in the mind” or is there a biological basis to it? Most psychotherapy theories only focus on the “mind” and often fail to address the biological causes and treatment of mental illness. As a psychopharmacologist, Dr Mervin is uniquely equipped to counsel people with mental disorders concerning all their antidepressant and medication-related issues. His integrative approach recognizes the importance of biological (medical & pharmacological), psychological (emotions, cognition's and behavior), social (family and community), and spiritual (faith and religion) factors.

We approach psycholotherapy in a unique way. We offer clients a new perspective on old problems. We teach skills with therapy and encourage clients to develop skills for coping and healing. We allow clients a safe and comfortable space to practice these coping skills and support them in their learning. Part of what makes us unique in how we approach therapy is our therapists are informed in trauma and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. We infuse every session with validation and accountability. We offer in-office services to the Hinckley, MN and Dultuh, MN areas; and E-services to Minnesota and Indiana.

I help clients using cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), a skill-based approach in which I am certified. Practicing skills to change your thinking and behaviour leads to success in addressing issues in the same way that practicing skills leads to success in a career, academics, sports, music and many other endeavours. I track progress using clients' reports of their well-being and monitor the quality of my relationship with clients by soliciting written feedback.

Life can be hard. Help is here for you. Challenges and problems are part of life. It's good to reach out for help. You are the expert in your life, in your goals, values and aspirations. I am here to provide tools, accountability, support, encouragement and help in revealing to you all your inner awesomeness. I have unwavering confidence in your capabilities and potential, even when you find it hard to see them. Together we create a place to step back and gain perspective, test ideas, create solutions and move towards a life that is fulfilling, meaningful and connected.

I have extensive experience providing evidence-based treatment for trauma and emotional dysregulation, offered exclusively through secure virtual care. In our work together, I focus on teaching you practical psychological skills that you can use in everyday life—tools to calm overwhelming emotions, manage stress, and build healthier, more stable relationships. I also draw on proven approaches such as trauma-focused therapy, EMDR, and skills training from DBT. These methods are highly effective online, offering the same benefits as traditional in-person treatment.

When you're battling intense emotions like anger, anxiety, and stress, your days are filled with turmoil and uncertainty. If you're feeling overwhelmed by your emotions, know that psychotherapy provides a transformative path forward. During your sessions with me, we'll confront these challenges directly, employing proven techniques that go beyond mere management to mastering your emotions. By constructively channeling your feelings, we'll transform them into a source of strength. The result? A life where you're in control, your emotions serving as a foundation for resilience, understanding, and deep, lasting fulfillment.