Find A Psychologist in Redwater, AB.

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.

Sometimes life’s up’s and downs feel really hard. Relationships can be challenging, and it’s hard to understand what gets in the way of peace and happiness. As a psychologist I am trained to assist you in figuring out how to get life back on track. I incorporate faith and spirituality with psychological principle to assist you in letting go of limiting thoughts and reconnecting to your Wise/Devine Self. Why a psychologist? Psychologists generally have more extensive education and clinical training than counsellors and are able to address more complex issues.

I help clients achieve their goals by introducing practical strategies/skills, while simultaneously working through the causes of issues so that symptoms reduce in the long term. This may involve re-evaluating your thinking, improving awareness and regulation of emotions, identifying parts of yourself that are in conflict, or making peace with past experiences. Everyone's' needs are different, so I will work with you to create a personalized treatment approach. I integrate therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Internal Family Systems Therapy.

I understand how difficult it can be to ask for help and the vulnerable place you are coming from. I myself have gone through counselling as part of my own journey. As a Registered Psychologist, I can offer you the peace of mind that I practiced for years under extensive supervision, passed several registered exams, and demonstrated the understanding and practice of a high standard of ethics in order to achieve my current status as Registered Psychologist. Let me help you by taking your goals and giving you practical steps towards achieving those goals-- be it relational goals, emotional goals, or just a goal of generally feeling better about yourself and your life!

I am a Registered Psychologist specializing in counselling and sport psychology. I use a cognitive behavioural approach and also utilize other modalities to best meet the needs of the individual. I view therapy as a collaboration and work with you to establish and reach your goals. In doing so I help to facilitate the change process by helping bring out existing strengths in addition to other coping strategies and increased self-awareness and understanding.

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.

I believe that you are valuable, not because of your accomplishments, skills, or traits, but simply for who you are. I will work with you to recognize your value, to overcome your challenges, and to focus on what is important to you in life. Together we will form an effective treatment plan that reflects your needs and desires. I will help you to set goals that are achievable and valuable and our work together will help you to attain your goals. Therapy is an amazing opportunity for you to grow and to thrive as an individual, and as your Psychologist I will work hard to ensure that you get the greatest benefit possible from our time together.

As a psychologist I try to provide a safe, confidential environment within which my clients can explore their feelings and values. People seek therapy when they are in pain, when they feel overwhelmed by stress and when they are struggling in relationships. I try to help my clients to resolve these issues by looking within themselves and by allowing debilitating wounds to heal.

Nexus Psychology includes a team of skilled psychologists who specialize in assessment and therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. Our psychologists have extensive clinical experience. Each having worked on complex diagnostic and treatment teams. Our dynamic clinical experience, combines with our passion for our work, and our compassion for our families to make us a strong practice and leaders in the psychology community.

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.

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.

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.

Psychologists are required to have at least a masters degree and go through a rigorous accreditation process to ensure that you are paying for a competent professional. Psychologists are skilled at listening and have extensive training in the most effective therapeutic approaches to help you improve your life. Developing a therapeutic relationship with a trusted psychologist can change your life. You can begin to let go of destructive beliefs and patterns, and develop a more joyful way of being in the world.