Hi, I’m Ella. Outside of the counselling room, you’ll usually find me spending time with family and friends, moving my body, travelling when I can, or enjoying a quiet moment to reset. I value balance, connection, and intentional rest, and those values strongly shape how I show up for my clients.

I’ve always been drawn to people’s stories. Long before I chose this profession, I was often the person others turned to during difficult moments. Over time, this natural inclination toward listening and support evolved into a deep interest in mental health, particularly around how culture, identity, systems, and lived experiences shape our wellbeing. My work is grounded in the belief that no one exists in isolation, and that healing often requires compassion for both the individual and the context they live in.

As a counsellor, I take a client-centred and integrative approach, meeting you where you are and collaborating with you to determine what feels most supportive. I draw from evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), and trauma-informed practices, while remaining flexible and responsive to your unique needs, goals, and pace.

I practice from a trauma-informed and culturally responsive lens, prioritizing safety, trust, choice, and empowerment. I am mindful of the ways systemic barriers, identity, and past experiences can impact mental health, and I strive to create a space where you feel respected, heard, and understood without judgment. I believe therapy works best when it feels collaborative rather than prescriptive.

I recognize that reaching out for support takes courage. Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, identity exploration, family dynamics, or simply feeling overwhelmed, my goal is to offer a space that feels calm, supportive, and grounded in care.

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My name is Jen, a Canadian Certified Counsellor . I acquired my Master’s of Counselling through Yorkville University, and I hold a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Alberta.

With over 10 years as an educator, I have worked with diverse populations, ages, and communities. These experiences allow me to bring cultural competence, acceptance, and patience into the sessions. I look forward to supporting clients on their journey to finding empowerment, fulfillment, and reach their goals.

Recognizing that each person is unique, nurturing these differences by creating a safe space for each individual to be valued and heard. Recognizing that it takes courage to seek counselling, I am here to work as a team and support you through your journey.

I am excited to connect with clients, using a person-centred and strengths-based framework. Drawing on clients strengths and values, creating a supportive space where clients feel comfortable exploring their experiences.

When supporting clients, I focus on using evidence based techniques for supporting ADHD, anxiety, depression, stress, coping skills, grief and loss, parenting, and couples.

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In counselling, and in my own personal life, I don’t believe there is such a thing as coincidence. The journeys we make, the experiences we have, those we meet along the way, all guide us exactly where we are supposed to go (wherever that is!).

I have lived in four countries, moved over twenty times in thirty years, and, since 2018, have found Alberta a beautiful place to call home and build my career. I am honoured to hold space for my clients and support them, and it is a privilege I do not take lightly.

While I cannot change the extraneous elements of your life, I can certainly help you to improve your inner experiences that might make the journey more pleasant! When I am not working, you can find me at the dog park with my Great Dane, Ozzy, reading in my favorite lazy-boy recliner, increasing my strength at the gym, spending time with my loved ones, cracking bad jokes, or trying my hand at a new recipe.

​I am passionate about supporting Veterans, active CAF members, and First Responders. As part of a military family (spouse, sibling), I have an in-depth understanding of the specific culture, mentality, workplace-expectations, and higher probability of risks, illnesses, and disorders associated with these industries (e.g., OSI, PTSD, anger, family/marital strains, depression, anxiety, burnout). Additionally, I am interested in working with both adolescents and adults experiencing grief, loss, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, emotional regulation, and existential issues.

I enjoy helping clients make sense of their experiences, and find meaning, value, and understanding along the way. Rooted in a client-centred approach, I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental, and, at times, humorous environment to facilitate optimal growth for my clients.

​As a Provisional Psychologist, I offer evidence-based, therapeutic practices and modalities that aim to lessen suffering and increase positive health and well-being. I have training in Acceptance+Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and I bring a Trauma-Informed approach to all my sessions.

I believe in empowerment - every individual has the strength and potential to enact powerful change, I am simply shining a light on all the strengths and skills you already possess and can use to overcome life’s challenges.

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I am a counselling intern currently completing my Master’s in Counselling Psychology at City University of Seattle. At the core of my work is a strong commitment to providing a space where you feel safe, respected, and genuinely heard. I recognize that starting therapy can be a difficult step, and that the process may bring both challenges and growth. My goal is to walk alongside you in a supportive, collaborative way as we explore what matters most to you and work toward meaningful, lasting change. Before becoming a counsellor, I spent many years working as a legal assistant with lawyers and other professionals navigating high-pressure environments. That experience has helped me understand the stresses of demanding careers and the importance of boundaries, balance, and emotional wellbeing. I have also volunteered on crisis lines supporting individuals impacted by sexual violence, which has strengthened my trauma-informed perspective and my belief in the healing power of connection and support. My approach to counselling is flexible and rooted in evidence-based care. I am influenced by a range of approaches—including DBT, ACT, CBT, Narrative Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy—depending on what best supports each person’s unique needs and goals. I aim to meet clients with warmth, openness, and curiosity, always honouring their lived experience. I am especially passionate about working with people navigating grief, trauma, relationship challenges, work-life stress, or those simply seeking to better understand themselves. It is a privilege to hold space for others as they reconnect with their values, reclaim their stories, and move toward greater clarity and resilience.

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If I had to describe myself in 3 words, it would be: compassionate, introverted and someone who is curiously exploring the stories behind the faces. I moved to Canada 11 years ago, where I was met with utmost kindness from my school counsellor which I will forever be indebted to. The mere idea of some stranger making space for me in a place 7 seas away from home makes me feel warm and fuzzy till date. It also made me realize how important and effective someone who can hold space for others is.

As I embark on the journey of helping others and advocating for mental health improvements, I hope we cross paths and I am given the privilege to hold space for you someday. I practice with a mix of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solutions Focused Therapy (SFT/SFBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Narrative Therapy. I believe the foundation of effective therapy lies in genuine connection. My commitment is to bring my authentic self to each session, meeting clients with the courageous kindness required to truly accept and explore their own authentic experiences. Recognizing the diverse paths we all walk, my approach is deeply rooted in a trauma-informed perspective, with empathy woven into every step of our journey together.

When I take off the counselling hat, you can find me playing guitar, reading or playing around with tarot cards. I am the girl who will tell you if mercury is in retrograde!

“I have no special talent. I am only passionately curious.” -Albert Einstein

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I work with adolescents (14+), adults, and members of the LGBTQ+ community, supporting clients through a wide range of challenges including emotional regulation, anxiety, identity exploration, and interpersonal relationship difficulties. My approach is trauma-informed and grounded in attachment theory. I draw from emotionally focused therapy (EFT), somatic practices, and dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) to meet each person where they are and support meaningful, sustainable growth.

My goal as a counsellor is to provide a supportive and gently challenging space where clients feel safe to explore, heal, and connect more deeply with themselves and others. I believe that healing begins within a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship and that everyone has the capacity to thrive with the right support.

Outside of the counselling room, I’m an animal mom of three, a plant lover, and an art enthusiast. You’ll often find me in the mountains, tending to my plants, or reading a good book on the deck.

Favourite quote: “We’re all mad here.” – Alice in Wonderland This reminds me that in a world full of chaos and complexity, we’re all just doing our best—and that everyone has their own unique journey.

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Hi! I’m Jessica and I’m so glad you’ve made it here.

Life can feel especially heavy when you’re navigating the challenges of parenting or coping with loss and life transitions. You may be juggling endless responsibilities while trying to show up for others, yet quietly carrying emotions that feel too big, or too complicated, to share. Many of the people I work with are people who feel stretched too thin, stuck in self-doubt, or are unsure how to find balance between caring for others and caring for themselves. Others come to therapy after loss – grieving a loved one, a relationship, a dream, or a version of themselves.

My approach to therapy keeps it really accessible. I aim to meet you where you are – with empathy, collaboration, and respect for your pace and goals. As a parent myself, I understand how life’s demands can add up and how easy it is to lose touch with your own needs. Counselling offers a space to pause, reflect, and begin again with intention.

My approach is trauma-informed and collaborative. I draw from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Narrative Therapy, somatic practices, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I help you tune into your inner thoughts and feelings with curiosity.

Talking about mental health can be scary, but you’ve already made the first step! I’d be honoured to walk alongside you. My hope is that our work together helps you feel more connected, supported, and empowered to live in alignment with your values.

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My name is Alisha, and I am excited to join Balance Psychology as a counselling intern, completing my Master’s in Counselling and Psychology under the supervision of Samantha Dover.

For 17 years as a dedicated teacher, I had the privilege of supporting diverse students, focusing much of my career on Deaf and hard of hearing individuals, as well as those who are neuro-diverse. This deep experience, particularly with children and their families, is what guided me to expand my expertise into counselling. I wanted to move beyond the classroom to offer intentional mental health support, allowing me to build deeper connections with individuals and families.

As a parent of neuro-diverse children, I share a profound and genuine understanding of the joys and challenges families face, including navigating behaviour, self-regulation, self-care, and mental health. Similarly, my years in education give me a firsthand appreciation for the complexities of career burnout, work-life balance, and anxiety.

My approach is fundamentally person-centered, meaning our work will be deeply collaborative and focused on your unique needs. I integrate practical tools from therapies like DBT, ACT, and CBT, always ensuring we proceed with a trauma-informed lens.

I am here for you, you are safe! You can bring your whole self, whether you need to laugh, cry, express frustration, or sit in silence. I will be your supportive co-pilot on this journey. You are in the driver’s seat, and I’m here to offer the map and the tools to help you develop meaningful goals, navigate challenges, and ultimately feel successful and empowered in all aspects of your life.

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My journey into mental health began in my adolescence, as I struggled with depression and anxiety but was unable to comprehend nor define what was happening to me. I felt alone and at a loss, but with therapy I was able to regain a sense of self and control in my life, as well as experience hope and joy again. From a person-centered and culturally sensitive perspective, I present my genuine self to the therapeutic relationship wholeheartedly. I am currently working towards becoming a Registered Psychologist, but with over a decade of experience as a healthcare Social Worker at an inner-city hospital, I have collaborated closely with high-risk populations, supporting individuals who face complex issues in both their physical and mental health. I have direct experience working in trauma, domestic violence, life transitions, relationship issues, as well as with anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders. My holistic approach to therapy creates a compassionate, safe, and non-judgmental environment to explore and work through the issues that matter to you most. I bring a sense of authenticity and deep respect to the therapeutic space by integrating evidence-based techniques with a client-centered approach, where interventions are tailored to meet the unique needs of each person. I primarily draw from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), and Trauma Informed Care. With a strong emphasis on attachment injuries and recovery, I feel honored to walk alongside clients’ difficult transitions and help them cultivate new coping skills to become the best versions of themselves. My commitment to fostering emotional growth is grounded in the belief that everyone has the capacity to heal and thrive, and I strive to empower each person on their journey towards creating lasting and meaningful change. Outside of the office, you will find me in the sunshine and fresh air, engaged in some sort of physical activity from running to yoga, at the park with my dog Henry, eating my way through Edmonton’s food scene, and spending quality time with loved ones.

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