Find A Psychologist in Devon, AB.

Our team of psychologists have extensive training in their areas of specialization. Whether you are looking for a psychologist who specializes in sex therapy, a psychologist who specializes in play therapy, or equine therapy, canine therapy, EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy or Sports Psychology, we have someone available to help you. Our psychologists work from different theoretical foundations and lived experiences. We believe the fit is the most important aspect to therapy and offer a free phone consult with any of our psychologists to give you the opportunity to ask our psychologists any questions you have before booking a full session and to get a better feel for how they practice.

My approach to working with clients is in the first counselling session to get a detailed understanding of the symptoms regarding mental health that you identify with, and more specifically the impacts they have on your day to day functioning. Once the symptoms have been established the goal is then to work towards developing skills and strategies to help you manage those symptoms better and to improve your overall functioning.

Hello and thank you for looking at my profile. As an experienced Registered Psychologist I work with a variety of individuals. I have specialized training in working with special populations: children, couples, seniors; and with a variety of presenting concerns, including but not limited to: depression, anxiety, trauma, relationships. I'm listening and here to help!

My approach to working with clients is a collaborative, client-centered approach. I believe that we all have the capacity to heal ourselves, however when we are in a state of being overwhelmed we need support to work through our struggles. I am able to provide guidance to help you achieve a better understanding of what is going on for you, strategies that will be helpful in your daily life, and empowerment to feel confident in your ability to move forward healthily. I work with my clients based on their worldview and life experience, respecting the fact that we all come to a process of healing with different perspectives. I work to make my therapeutic model fit for the client, as opposed to having the client fit the model. This support is provided...(view profile to read more)

As a psychologist, I am specifically trained to help clients share their stories and emotions, recognize problematic behaviour patterns, teach valuable skills, and challenge negative thoughts in order to promote personal growth. I provide a professional and non-judgemental ear when clients need a outside or knowledgeable outlet. It is my pleasure to use humour, gentle guidance, thought challenges, and customized therapeutic approaches to help my clients overcome adversity and move forward in their lives.

I have been registered as a psychologist for the past 11 years, and have undergone training in a variety of counselling methods with many different types of clients. I use a variety of techniques depending on a client's personality, presenting issue, and what they are experiencing from week to week. I also focus on both shorter term counselling that is directed towards resolving a particular issue, as well as longer term psychotherapy that is more focused on internal exploration and deeper change. I provide a safe, empathic environment so that clients are comfortable sharing their thoughts, feelings, and experiences, and find the strength to overcome adversity and make healthy choices.

Looking for Edmonton or Calgary Psychologists? Counselling that utilizes an innovative approach to therapy with a combination of effective techniques from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Bilateral Stimulation, which promotes structure, quick and progressing outcomes, and the identification & treatment of the origins of concerns, not just short-term symptom alleviation.

As a psychologist I have been trained to understand and continue to study the relationship between the brain, the nervous system, personality and behavior. To understand the whole of the psyche in relationship to the contributing factors of society supports better mental health outcomes. As a psychologist I am rooted in the science of brain and behavior and as a human being I recognize that there is a whole lot more to this experience of being alive.

My approach to counselling is grounded in my faith that people are intrinsically worthy, are able to make sound decisions, have successful relationships, and create the life they want. I integrate a variety of treatment methods into therapy including cognitive behavioral, humanistic, family of origin, and systems therapy. I focus on people's strenghts, and encourage people to trust themselves. As a registered psychologist I am recognized by most insurance companies.

Using a Registered Psychologist, such as myself, for your counselling, ensures that you will get a professional who has the breadth and depth of training to provide you with optimum treatment. In addition to my solid professional backing, my work with you will be heart-cantered and compassionate creating a conducive environment in which to make change.

Everyday life presents us with different challenges, and not all challenges are easy to overcome. In order to preserve our mental and physical health, it is important to identify when the challenges we are facing are beyond the normal threshold of storm and stress. The next step in preserving your mental and physical health is making a decision to reach out and find a professional who will provide you with a safe environment; an environment where you will feel safe, comfortable, respected, listened to and understood. I want to provide you with that safe environment and give you the necessary support to deal with challenges you face. I want to give you time and space to share with me your thoughts, emotions, needs, desires, struggles, and questions.

I consider myself to be a Counselling Psychologist. This means that I assist people in working through difficult circumstances and emotions such as grief, addiction, stress, depression, and anxiety. I utilize many different types of approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy, person centered therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, and solution focused therapy.

My approach is based on multiple evidenced based theoretical perspectives. I integrate these perspectives into individualized treatments to cater to the unique circumstances of clients. The therapeutic relationship is essential for psychological change. Within this relationship the safety and security required to explore different perspectives is created. I have successfully worked with people from a variety of backgrounds to treat a variety of issues and look forward to working with you. Visit my website at www.prairieowlpsychology.ca from more details.