Ellen is a Registered Provisional Psychologist, skilled at supporting individuals living with complex trauma, attachment deficits, difficulties with emotion regulation, and self-harming behaviours. Ellen uses client-centered, attachment, and strength-based approaches, incorporating Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Play therapy, Equine Assisted therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Indigenous Tools for Living, Mindfulness based approaches, and Ecopsychology into her work with clients.

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Hi there! My name is Amanda, and I am a Registered Psychologist here at Balance Psychological Services. My journey and passion with mental health started long ago, and it has been a dream come true to have the opportunity to work in this field.

My personal therapeutic philosophy is one of both holism and collaboration. My perspective is that we as humans are shaped by our thoughts, feelings, trauma’s (big or small), experiences, relationships (both past and present), environment and biology. Together these factors collide to shape who we are as individuals, and as a result, can hold the key to overcoming many of the challenges that have brought you here. I wholeheartedly believe that everyone’s healing journey is their own, and that throughout the process, both the mind and body should be given the space and time necessary to heal.

Throughout my career I have had the pleasure of working with adolescents and adults who are feeling stuck, are experiencing anxiety and depression, diagnosed with personality disorders, have survived trauma or who feel they do not have a solid sense of identity, among other things. I view the therapy space through a lens of both attachment and trauma, and as your therapist, will guide you to play an active role in your own healing process, while offering a safe space to reflect on your journey. Together we will work to invite curiosity back into your world, safely explore those emotions which can often feel overwhelming, analyze the beliefs and narratives that shape how you view yourself, and work to find solutions to those problems that feel as though they follow you around.

At the end of the day, we are all humans trying to navigate a messy world. My hope is that together we can set you up with tools that can help you navigate the unknown more comfortably.

Now to end things off, a little about me…. When I am not working in this career that I love, you can find me hanging out with friends and family, on some body of water either fishing or boating, hiking in the mountains, or cuddling on the couch with my adorable creatures.

AMANDA’S ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

-Bachelor of Science with Distinction Major in Biological Sciences; Minor in Psychology, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta

-Master of Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University, Fredericton New Brunswick

FURTHER TRAINING

-EMDR - Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing

-The Gottman Method

-Adult Attachment: Trauma-Informed Assessment and Treatment Interventions

-Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for Beginners

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Lorelei is a Registered Psychologist providing psychotherapy to children, adults, and couples within the Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, and Parkland County area including Onoway, Drayton Valley, Wabumun with virtual visits available throughout Alberta.

Lorelei has a 25 year back ground in the health sciences, and returned to university as a mature student, completing her Masters of Counselling Psychology in 2019. Following that she spent several years working with Alberta’s COVID-19 pandemic emergency response public health team and teaching at the University of Alberta. She has experience in a variety of therapeutic modalities with a special interest in dialectical behavioural therapy and equine assisted therapy. Lorelei enjoys helping clients explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences while considering how these have shaped their core underlying beliefs, impacted their success and influenced their happiness. This supports the client in identifying patterns that are not helpful, realizing healthier ways of thinking, incorporating these into their behaviours, and improving their quality of life.

Lorelei incorporates experiential, client centred and rational change centred approaches in counselling sessions to be able to accommodate a variety of clients and their unique needs. Lorelei’s areas of interest include concerns related to ADHD in children and adults, emotional regulation, personality disorders and their impact on families, depression, anxiety, grief, relationships, trauma, sleep health, psycho-education and the interaction between physiological and psychological well being.

Lorelei is a diverse but down to earth individual and approaches her work with that same attitude. She appreciates her peaceful country lifestyle and loves working in rural health care. Meanwhile she describes herself as a self admitted science nerd, who would be a permanent student if she could, and is always exploring the scientific basis for how the world around her works. This duality supports clients in a balanced, holistic therapeutic experience.

Lorelei genuinely enjoys seeing her clients grow and succeed in finding the happiness they deserve. If you are looking for a therapist who is sincere, compassionate, and direct to help you navigate life’s challenges Lorelei may be a great match for you. Lorelei considers it an honour to share your journey and genuinely looks forward exploring how you too can work toward your best life.

To book an appointment with Lorelei please contact her at Balance Psychological Services at 825-522-1272.

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Hello!

My name is Jen, a Masters Level Counselling Intern through Yorkville University and I hold a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Alberta.

Through my internship, I receive regular supervision and guidance from a fully licensed senior psychologist. This allows my clients to receive support from a trained and skilled therapist who also has regular consultation and access to a senior therapist’s skills and knowledge. Clients benefit from the experience and knowledge of two therapists!

I have taught for over 10 years, working with students, families, and communities in many different areas throughout Alberta. These experiences have allowed me to support children of various ages, parents, and diverse populations. I look forward to supporting clients on their journey to finding empowerment, fulfillment, and reach their goals, under the guidance of my supervisor.

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. I also integrate narrative therapy, cognitive behavioural approaches adapted for each client’s goals and needs.

When supporting clients, I will focus on using evidence based techniques for supporting ADHD, anxiety, depression, stress, coping skills, emotional regulation, grief and loss, and relationships and women’s health.

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Welcome! If this is your first time pursuing therapy, I want to congratulate you in making the initial (and sometimes scariest) step toward starting therapy: finding a therapist!

A little about me: I have moved almost twenty times in thirty years, I am an English nerd and passionate about reading and learning from others’ stories, I have a four-year-old Great Dane named Ozzy, I enjoy spending time at the dog park, increasing my strength in the gym, trying my hand at a new recipe, and cracking bad jokes.

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 (ages 14+) 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 and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral 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.

My rate is $220/session, but I also offer a sliding scale between $140-$220. I am available for counselling sessions at three of Balance’s locations (downtown Edmonton, Stony Plain, and Beaumont).

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