Find A Psychologist in Devon, AB.

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.

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)

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.

Welcome. I am Dr. Debbie Grove, a Registered Provisional Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists. Since 2001, I have been working with clients in various settings including community mental health organizations, college and university counselling centres, veterans services, and career counselling organizations. I work with individuals, couples, families, and adolescents. I have specialized training in group work for depression and anxiety. My core specialty areas include: relationships, stress and depression management, anxiety, couples therapy, workplace issues, self-esteem and confidence, PTSD, women's health/well-being, career, midlife change, and pain management.

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.

People come to see me and I try to help them through listening with compassion and speaking from the heart. I hold space for the extraordinary and I keep secrets for a living. I am no-teacher no-healer no-doctor no-therapist. I am Paul. Most of what I know about helping people I learned from the people I have helped so far. Although I have a great formal education and helpful expertise to share, when I listen to someone speak of the facts of their experience, I am listening to the world's foremost expert on the topic. If I keep my mind open, this experience is the best education humanly possible.

Our psychologists are here to help you heal and grow form some of life's toughest challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, addictions. We have experienced, caring psychologists who work with adults, couples, teens and children. We work hard to find a psychologist who is the right fit for you, in terms of specialization, approach and personality.

As a registered psychologist I am committed to providing quality psychological services for all people in Alberta. I am a member of both the College of Alberta Psychologists and the Psychological Association of Alberta. I serve as chair of Social Justice Committee with the Psychological Association of Alberta and I am committed to making psychological services accessible to everyone.

My training as a psychologist has been continuous over the 30 years I have been in practice. Over the years my approach has included many different modalities and I believe it is important to be able to respect and incorporate my clients spiritual and religious values. I have advanced training in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Emotional Based therapy and Couples therapy. I have advanced training in trauma work and am one of the leading practitioners in the Edmonton area for the military and veterans.

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.