SHIFTGRIT PSYCHOLOGY & COUNSELLING — CALGARY & ONLINE
At ShiftGrit Psychology & Counselling, we offer a structured and transparent approach to therapy grounded in Pattern Theory™, our theoretical model for understanding how limiting beliefs, early experiences, and protective strategies shape emotional and behavioural patterns. Pattern Theory™ helps clients make sense of reactions that feel automatic, persistent, or confusing by tracing them back to the identity-level systems that organize safety, connection, and capability.
Within this framework, we work at what we call the Identity Level—the depth at which limiting beliefs and patterned emotional responses are formed. Identity-Level Therapy is not a standalone modality; rather, it describes the level of change targeted when applying Pattern Theory™ in practice. This allows clients to explore the why behind recurring patterns with clarity and direction.
These ideas are applied through the ShiftGrit Core Method™, a step-by-step clinical process used across our practice. The method provides a clear therapeutic roadmap so clients understand what we’re focusing on and why. Many clients tell us they appreciate having a plan that brings structure, education, and consistency to their sessions.
Our therapists integrate the Core Method with evidence-informed tools from CBT, ACT, DBT, Schema Therapy, and attachment-based approaches. This allows us to support a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, stress, emotional regulation, relationship patterns, identity challenges, burnout, and long-standing behaviours that feel difficult to shift.
We aim to create a therapeutic environment that feels steady, collaborative, and grounded. Sessions are paced thoughtfully to help clients explore important themes at a manageable rhythm, with a consistent focus on understanding how past learning informs present experience.
ShiftGrit provides therapy for adults, teens, children, parents, and families. We offer in-person counselling at our Calgary location and virtual services across Alberta.
If you are looking for a guided, structured, and insight-oriented approach to understanding your patterns and experiences, our team is here to support you.
ShiftGrit Psychology & Counselling: Psychologist Calgary
815 17 Ave SW #210, Calgary, AB T2T 0A1
(587) 352-6463
The shop is located in the beautiful neighbourhood of Lower Mount Royal and right in the middle of the action on 17th Ave! Our Mount Royal team includes:
Calgary Therapists
ShiftGrit Psychology & Counselling provides evidence-based therapy and counselling services in Calgary, Alberta. Below are our Calgary-based psychologists and therapists offering support for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, ADHD, stress, and more.
Alberto Medeiros
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
Specialty and Specific Interest Areas: Client populations: I work with adults and adolescents (12+), offering support for addiction, ADHD, anxiety, depression, family violence, and significant life transitions. Clinical concern: I specialize in technology-based addictions (e.g., gaming, internet use, pornography) and their impact on emotional well-being. I’m passionate about helping clients break cycles of immediate gratification ... Read more
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Baldwin Asala
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
What is your name/nickname? My name is Baldwin Asala. I am actually a Jr., so if you meet a Baldwin Asala who does architecture, that’s not me. What do you do at Shift? I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist at ShiftGrit Psychology, and I’m in the process of becoming a registered psychologist. I offer individual... Read more
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Claire Goddard
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
Expertise & Additional Areas of Study I have the following additional courses, workshops, and training: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Gottman Couples Therapy – Level 1 Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Transactional Analysis (TA) Motivational Interviewing Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) Crisis Training I have expertise and ... Read more
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Farhat Mohammadi
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
Specialty and Specific Interest Areas: Client populations: I’m open to working with clients of all ages and backgrounds. While my long‑term goal is to specialize in therapy for children, youth, and couples, for now I’m eager to build my experience with anyone who feels a connection to the bio you’re reading right now. 🙂 Clinical ... Read more
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Jenae White
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
Specialty and Specific Interest Areas Client Populations: I have a special interest in working with adults (18+) because I love helping clients navigate life transitions, improve emotional regulation, and align their actions with their values. Clinical Concerns: I have a special interest in working with: Anxiety (including OCD and perfectionism), Trauma & PTSD, Binge eating ... Read more
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Lara Palset
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
Specialty & Specific Interest Areas Client Populations: I have a special interest in working with: Adults and youth (15+) and Parents Clinical Concerns: Anxiety, stress, burnout, vicarious trauma/caregiver burnout, PTSD, relationship struggles, unwanted habits such as shopping, gaming, cellphone use, substance and alcohol use, issues in the workplace, home, or school environment Non-Clinical Concerns: High-performance ... Read more
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Patience Owan
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
Specialty and Specific Interest Areas: Client populations: I work with adults, youths (15 and up), couples, and families. Clinical concern: I have a special interest in working with addiction, anxiety, depression, ADHD, burnout, stress, self-esteem, OCD, PTSD, workplace issues, and relationship challenges. Non-clinical concern: I have a special interest in working with parenting, fitness, routine-building, ... Read more
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Priya Virk
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
Specialty and Specific Interest Areas: Client populations: I work with adults (18+) seeking individual therapy to address challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-esteem. I also provide couples therapy, helping partners improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen their relationships. Clinical concern: I specialize in supporting individuals recovering from narcissistic abuse and other forms of emotional, ... Read more
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Stephanie Stevens
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
Speciality and Specific Interest Areas Client populations: I have a special interest in working with couples, seniors, and individuals 15+ because I love supporting people through life transitions, relational challenges, and personal growth. Clinical concern: I have a special interest in working with sex and intimacy concerns in couples, caregiver burnout, PTSD, and trauma-related issues ... Read more
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Edmonton Therapists
ShiftGrit Psychology & Counselling also serves clients in Edmonton, Alberta. The Edmonton psychologists and therapists listed below provide counselling for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, life transitions, stress, and other mental health concerns.
Abhishek Bardoloi
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
Specialty and Specific Interest Areas: Client populations: I work with adults and adolescents (12+), as well as couples. Clinical concern: I have a special interest in working with trauma and PTSD, ADHD, emotion regulation, anxiety, and depression. Non-clinical concern: I have a special interest in working with communication difficulties, boundary setting, anger management, and navigating ... Read more
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Andrea McTague
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
What is your name/nicknames? My close friends call me The Little General, which is a comical nod to my ‘slightly’ bossy nature. What do you do at Shift? I have the privilege of running Shift, which means that I write the therapy protocols, head up the executive coaching arena, a guest spot on our Shift ... Read more
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Ashima Saini
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
Professional Details I’m Ashima Saini, a Registered Provisional Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists. I hold a Master of Counselling from City University of Seattle and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Concordia University of Edmonton. My education emphasized evidence-based and trauma-informed practice, giving me the tools to combine research-backed structure with genuine ... Read more
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Brendon Braithwaite
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
Specialty and Specific Interest Areas: Client populations: I have a special interest in working with couples because meaningful and satisfying relationships are important and achievable with the right attitudes, knowledge, and motivation. It is very rewarding to work with people to achieve that. Clinical concern: I have a special interest in working with people suffering ... Read more
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Chelsea Hanson
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
Specialty & Specific Interest Areas Client Populations: Youth (12+) and younger adults (18-40). These are phases of life with a lot of transitions and unique challenges – and tons of opportunities for wins and personal growth. Clinical Concerns: Depression, anxiety, suicidality, self-harm, and chronic insomnia. Non-Clinical Concerns: Perfectionism, impulsivity, procrastination, burnout, low self-esteem, and maladaptive ... Read more
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Christiane Bégin
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
Specialty and Specific Interest Areas: Client populations: As a bilingual practicum intern, I offer services in both French and English. I work under supervision to support adults (18+), couples, and teens (12–17) with a wide range of concerns. Clinical concern: I have a special interest in working with: Anxiety and depression, Trauma, relational trauma, and ... Read more
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Geneviève Malena
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
Specialty and Specific Interest Areas: Client populations: I work with adults, adolescents (16+), and couples. I particularly love helping couples understand how individual perspectives, childhood impacts, and limiting beliefs shape their relationships. Clinical concern: I have a specific interest in working with complex trauma and its impact on the brain. I’m fascinated by neuroplasticity and ... Read more
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Gurjeet Bara
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
Specialty and Specific Interest Areas Client populations: I practice individual therapy with adults and teens, helping them explore their challenges and develop insight, awareness, and coping strategies. Clinical concern: I have a special interest in working with depression, anxiety (general and social), addictions, and chronic pain because these conditions can be deeply challenging but also ... Read more
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Gurneet Kandola
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
Specialty & Specific Interest Areas Client Populations: I specialize in supporting Individuals, youth, and families through challenges in the areas of addictions, trauma, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, stress/burnout, navigating life transitions and family dynamics/blended families. I also specialize in supporting youth over 12 years of age struggling with emotional regulation, anger management, communication, learning strategies, education, ... Read more
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Jaskiran Sidhu
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
Specialty & Specific Interest Areas Client Populations: I work with adults and adolescents in individual therapy, as well as couples. I especially enjoy creating a space where clients can feel heard and supported as they explore who they are and what they need. Clinical Concerns: I have a special interest in working with relationship issues, ... Read more
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Jia Baldueza
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
Specialty & Specific Interest Areas Client Populations: I have a special interest in working with children (ages 18+), adults, and seniors. Clinical Concerns: Trauma & PTSD Depression Anxiety & Depression Emotional dysregulation ADHD Personality disorders (BPD, BP) Non-Clinical Concerns: Life transitions Stress management Personal growth Relationship challenges Goal setting Work-life balance Navigating personal Values and ... Read more
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Kristyn McKenna
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
Specialty & Specific Interest Areas Client Populations: I have a keen interest in working with teens, adults, and seniors who seek therapy for challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-esteem. Additionally, I am passionate about supporting couples navigating issues like communication and relationship balance. Clinical Concerns: I am particularly interested in working with individuals ... Read more
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Nicole Krick-Ralston
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
Specialty and Specific Interest Areas: Client populations: I work with children (6-10), pre-teens, teens, and adults. I believe that early intervention can have a profound impact on emotional well-being, and I’m passionate about supporting clients at all life stages in developing healthy coping mechanisms, resilience, and self-awareness. Clinical concern: I specialize in working with anxiety ... Read more
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Niloy Reza
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
Insurance: not covered by most benefits.
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Sharilyn Theriault
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
What is your name? Welcome! My name is Sharilyn Theriault. I am a registered psychologist who has extensive experience working with adults, youth, and children in the therapeutic setting. I am a strong advocate for my clients and passionate about building effective therapeutic relationships that foster positive change and improved functioning. I believe that clinicians ... Read more
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Susanne Loewen
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
Specialty & Specific Interest Areas Client Populations: I work with children (7+), youth, and adults. While demographics influence therapy, I believe the strength of the therapeutic relationship is just as important in creating meaningful change. I also recognize that we are shaped by the people around us, and by working on ourselves, we improve both ... Read more
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Syed Saad
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
About me Hello and welcome! My name is Syed Saad, and I am a Provisional Psychologist. I work with adults and young adults, and I am passionate about supporting clients through life’s challenges by creating a space where they feel safe, understood, and empowered. Outside of work, I love traveling, exploring new cultures, cheering on ... Read more
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Yvonne Valdes
Registered Psychologist / Therapist
Specialties: Counselling and psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
What is your name/nicknames? Yvonne Valdes What do you do at Shift? I am a Mental Health Therapist at ShiftGrit. I offer individual therapy sessions for adults and adolescents at a student rate, to allow for more accessibility to a range of different clients. My aim is to gain experience and hone my abilities as ... Read more
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