Amy is a Provisional Registered Psychologist in Alberta. She obtained both her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and Masters Degree in Educational Psychology from the University of Regina.

Amy has been providing counselling services for 7 years. She works with her clients collaboratively from a strengths based, client centered approach. Amy aims to provide a safe space for clients to focus on their healing work and wellness goals. She welcomes clients from all backgrounds and is an LGBTQ+ ally. Amy tailors her therapeutic approaches but draws from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness Based Therapies.

Amy’s therapeutic approaches are:

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

• Solution Focused

• Person Centered

Amy’s areas of experience are:

• Addictions

• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

• Anger Management

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Developmental Disorders

• Family Conflict

• Intellectual Disability

• Learning Disorders

• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

• Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

• Parenting Skills

• Social Challenges

• Stress Management

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Melissa is accepting new clients

Melissa is currently a master’s level practicum intern, who is qualified to practice onsite under the clinical supervision of an approved supervisor. She is currently completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University, and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Mount Royal University.

Melissa has completed Trans Affirming Network training, as well as trainings in Public Safety and Emergency Services Victim Services.

Melissa offers a welcoming, safe, collaborative, and non-judgmental counselling space, where she aspires to provide an integrative approach, to best fit the needs of her clients. She draws from a number of evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including cognitive behavioural therapy, person-centered therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy; as well as art and play-based techniques. Additionally, she incorporates the biopsychosocial model to help understand how various elements interact and impact one’s well-being.

Melissa is an experienced practitioner, who is pleased to offer individual counselling to children, youth, and adults. Melissa welcomes clients from all backgrounds and is a LGBTQ+ ally. Melissa offers counselling in the following areas:

• Anxiety
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Emotional Regulation
• Parent Coaching & Support
• Depression
• Life Transition & Change
• Stress Management

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Jenny is now taking new clients.

Jenny is a Canadian Certified Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. She holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. Jenny has also completed a Bachelor of Social Work at the University of Regina and Bachelor of Arts at University of Saskatchewan.

During Jenny’s work in human service, Jenny has worked with children, youth, families, individuals with intellectual disabilities and seniors. This includes one-on-one counselling, school, residential care, childcare, and long-term care. In her spare time, Jenny enjoys spending time with family and friends and spending time in the mountains.

Jenny’s Services

Jenny provides services in the following areas:

• Stress

• Anxiety

• Self-Esteem and Self- Image

• Sleep

• Depression

• Behavioral Issues

• Self Harm

• Transgender Care

• Autism Spectrum Disorder

• Communication

• Suicidal Ideation

Jenny is committed to creating a safe space for her clients to focus on their counselling goals. She draws from a number of interventions, including cognitive behavioral therapy, person centered therapy, and solution focused therapy. Jenny welcomes clients from all backgrounds and is a LGBTQ+ ally.

Jenny’s therapeutic approaches include:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

• Solution Focused Therapy (SFT)

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

• Mindfulness

She currently offers in-person and virtual sessions on Wednesday evenings and Saturdays during the day. Sunday sessions may also be available upon request – please email j.hinther@throughthewoods.ca to inquire about Sunday availability.

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Peter offers online counselling with adults 18 and older and specializes in Borderline Personality Disorder, mood disorders and instability.

Peter is passionate about helping others develop enhanced ways of understanding life problems and offering treatments for various types of recurrent pain and suffering. He is skilled in treating Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). He is otherwise prepared to assist with understanding how various mental health disorders come about and what you can do about it. He is equipped to assist you with becoming stable, skillful, and self-confident using evidence-based approaches. He takes a compassionate approach to all treatment scenarios and is ready to support you in meeting your goals by offering a tailored treatment plan.

Most of Peter’s therapeutic experience has come through working with adults one-on-one, as well as with couples. His treatment approach typically includes elements of Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Peter’s approach encourages ongoing self-reflection, skill practice and mastery, and the development of emotional intelligence.

Peter understands the feelings of guilt and shame that often accompanies mental health difficulties. At the same time, he knows that learning breeds compassion and that this opens the door for adjusting to life experience. He invites clients to move towards a place of improved self-awareness and functioning through learning and application of vital skill sets. Peter achieved his Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology in 2008 from the University of Calgary. He has been studying psychology since 1997 and has been honing his mental health practitioner skills since 2009. He became a Registered Psychologist in Alberta, Canada in 2012. After years of learning and gaining practical experience, he has developed a deep understanding of the internal and external dynamics of commonly experienced mental health disorders.

Peter recognizes that many of the contributing factors to mental health disorders often go unrecognized, misunderstood, and mismanaged and that this results in increasing, persisting, and worsening difficulties over time. He has an intimate understanding of mental health difficulties.

Peter’s specialties and areas of expertise are:

• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy

• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy

• Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Anger Management

• Behavioural Issues

• Chronic Impulsivity

• Coping Skills

• Emotional Disturbance

• Mood Disorders

• Personality Disorders

• Relationship Issues

• Self-Esteem

• Self-Harming

• Stress

• Trauma and PTSD

• Thinking Disorders

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Pam is accepting new clients.

Sometimes it is easier to talk to someone other than family or friends, to unburden your thoughts or navigate a new path in life. Other times, we may feel stuck or are thinking about a life change. Either way, I offer to be your sounding board.

I am a therapist who: genuinely listens with an open mind, is patient, kind and compassionate, honours your experiences, and supports your well-being.

I understand the physical and emotional suffering stress, anxiety, depression, feeling overwhelmed, and burnout can cause. I also leverage my life experiences to help with workplace issues, career development, and adjusting to change.

I enjoy connecting with individuals, parents, professionals, and seniors, and can help with:

• Feeling stuck or thinking about a change
• Self Esteem
• Life transitions
• Anxiety
• Workplace issues
• Job loss
• Career - development, aspirations, and transitions
• Depression
• Stress and anxiety
• Grief
• Feeling overwhelmed
• Aging and retirement
• Peer relationships

Pam is a compassionate, empathetic, and practical therapist, who strives to help people attain and maintain mental and physical wellness.

She is committed to listen without judgment, and when you are ready, offer alternative perspectives, and help you cultivate change.

Pam is a master’s level practicum intern, who is qualified to practice onsite under the clinical supervision of an approved supervisor. She is currently completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from the University of Calgary.

She has spent the last 25 years working across Canada and globally supporting individuals, professionals, families, and seniors.

Animals are also special for Pam, who currently volunteers with an animal welfare charity. She deeply appreciates the power of human-animal relationships and how pets support healthy living and aging.

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MICHELLE HAS LIMITED AVAILABILITY FOR NEW COUNSELLING CLIENTS. PLEASE CALL TO BOOK

Michelle is a Registered Psychologist in Alberta. She obtained her Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology at City University of Seattle’s Calgary Campus. Michelle started her career in the not-for-profit sector where she worked with clients in home and long-term care settings, particularly with children and teens with behavioral disorders. During this time she gained extensive experience supporting parents and working with clients experiencing oppositional defiant disorder and conduct disorder. Michelle also began working in private practice in 2019 where she has worked with a diverse range of clients and their concerns.

Using a strength-based approach, she aims to guide clients through life’s challenges. Michelle welcomes clients from all backgrounds and is a LGBTQ+ ally. She values a collaborative therapeutic relationship where the client is involved in goal-setting and treatment planning in order to best fit their unique needs and strengths. She is passionate about supporting the growth and healing of her clients and offers skillful and practical strategies aimed at cultivating real change.

Michelle believes strongly in working collaboratively with support systems to promote overall positive well-being.

In her spare time, she can be found spending time with family, singing or playing piano.

Michelle has ample experience working with the following areas:

• Addictive Behavior

• Anger Management

• Anxiety

• Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

• Behavioral Issues

• Conduct Disorder

• Depression

• Emotional Regulation

• Grief and Loss

• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

• Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

• Parenting Skills

• Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

• Social Skills

• Self-Esteem

• Self-Confidence

• Trauma

Michelle has formal training in:

• Adult Assessments

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

• UCLA Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills (PEERS)

Michelle also draws from a number of other evidence-based therapeutic modalities including play-based approaches, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and other trauma-informed techniques.

To learn more please visit http://throughthewoods.ca/

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Stephanie is a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists. She holds a Master of Counselling and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She has been providing counselling services for over eight years and has additional experience in early childhood education.

Stephanie provides a supportive and empowering space where clients can both process life’s challenges and learn new ways to navigate them. She teaches clients more effective ways to respond to difficult thoughts and feelings that are getting the way of being the best version of themselves. She works collaboratively with clients to take committed action to reach their counselling goals and create a more rich and meaningful life.

She tailors her therapeutic approach to each client’s specific needs, integrating elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Attachment Science. Stephanie incorporates the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) into her work with couples and individuals seeking relationship support. She also incorporates art-based and play-based interventions into her work with children and teens, making therapy both engaging and effective.

Stephanie welcomes clients from all backgrounds, provides culturally responsive and trauma-informed counselling, and is a LGBTQ+ ally.

Stephanie’s Services

Stephanie is accepting new adult clients (18+) and child/youth clients (ages 6-17) for individual counselling. She is also accepting new couples for marital/relationship counselling. She currently offers in-person and virtual sessions on Mondays and Thursdays during the day. Sunday sessions may also be available upon request – please email s.sikora@throughthewoods.ca to inquire about Sunday availability.

Stephanie offers individual counselling for adults (18+) and children/youth (ages 6-17) in the following areas:

• Anxiety • Depression • Stress Management • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) • Insomnia & Sleep Difficulties • Self-Esteem and Self Identity • Values Exploration & Achieving Goals • Boundary Setting & Communication Skills • Attachment Styles & Healthy Relationships • Life Transitions • Parenting Skills

She also offers relationship counselling for couples in the following areas:

• Pre-Marital Counselling • Communication & Conflict Management • Enhancing Connection and Intimacy • Establishing and Rebuilding Trust • Attachment Styles • Love Languages • Life Transitions • Parenthood

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