Find A Psychologist in Wellington, AB.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

Hello there! I love and enjoy working with individuals (including children), families and couples such as yourselves. As a psychologist, I bring a person-centred orientation to my work, and am passionate about using alternate healing methods along with traditional CBT in my work with you. I am also sensitive to multi-cultural issues, cultural diversity and differences in world-views, being from a different cultural background myself! Together, we can explore your unique concerns and challenges in a confidential and safe environment.

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.

As a psychologist it is Tori's passion to provide a safe environment for clients to restore health and balance in all aspects of their life including physical, emotional, mental and spiritual. Each session is tailored to meet the individual needs of each client to help them navigate through their concerns successfully. Tori works together with clients to establish a new path toward healing, resolution, and growth.

I am a registered, doctoral level psychologist with 10 years of experience helping people improve their relationships, effectively manage anxiety and stress, improve mood and hope, work through grief and trauma, and start LIVING fully! I specialize in medical/health psychology with special focus on chronic illness, including cancer and palliative care. I am also an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Oncology at the University of Alberta Medical School. Additionally, I help people improve their sleep and overall health, including quitting smoking and losing weight.