Adlerian Therapists in Edmonton, AB
Duggan Counselling Services
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MEd, Prov, Psych
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T6J
Do you aspire to feel more contentment or support to reach your goals? If you do and want to work with a warm, non-judgmental, experienced therapist, who gets results, then reach out to me. Clients over the years report that they quickly feel at ease with me, which allows them to feel safe, accepted, and open. To assist the clients, I identify negative thought patterns and issues that may have been impeding their growth & progress & then create an achievable plan. Over the past 20 years, I have worked with children, teens & adults from all backgrounds within the educational and private sectors.
Do you aspire to feel more contentment or support to reach your goals? If you do and want to work with a warm, non-judgmental, experienced therapist, who gets results, then reach out to me. Clients over the years report that they quickly feel at ease with me, which allows them to feel safe, accepted, and open. To assist the clients, I identify negative thought patterns and issues that may have been impeding their growth & progress & then create an achievable plan. Over the past 20 years, I have worked with children, teens & adults from all backgrounds within the educational and private sectors.
A warm welcome! I offer support from a person-centered and holistic view. I believe that connecting to the body from a state of internal safety, noticing sensations, and learning to regulate emotions and responses through practicing self awareness are powerful resources to work through internal struggle. I provide a safe space rooted in empathy, understanding, and I am committed to empowering individuals on their journey toward personal growth and well-being. “Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” - Viktor Frankl
A warm welcome! I offer support from a person-centered and holistic view. I believe that connecting to the body from a state of internal safety, noticing sensations, and learning to regulate emotions and responses through practicing self awareness are powerful resources to work through internal struggle. I provide a safe space rooted in empathy, understanding, and I am committed to empowering individuals on their journey toward personal growth and well-being. “Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” - Viktor Frankl
Are you a parent of a neurodiverse child seeking support? Do you feel frustrated by cultural shock, adapting to a new reality, or navigating family or workplace turmoil? Are depression, anxiety, mood swings, or anger challenges on your plate? Is your child struggling socially or academically? Are you? Do you crave being heard, accepted, and supported? Are you ready to maximize your strengths while learning to accommodate the areas of need? Would you like to master the dance of interpersonal communication using your emotions as a compass in navigating your relationships? Will you explore your past and present to design your future?
Are you a parent of a neurodiverse child seeking support? Do you feel frustrated by cultural shock, adapting to a new reality, or navigating family or workplace turmoil? Are depression, anxiety, mood swings, or anger challenges on your plate? Is your child struggling socially or academically? Are you? Do you crave being heard, accepted, and supported? Are you ready to maximize your strengths while learning to accommodate the areas of need? Would you like to master the dance of interpersonal communication using your emotions as a compass in navigating your relationships? Will you explore your past and present to design your future?
Hello! You are likely here to find a therapist, which is not an easy task. I hope to make it as easy as possible for you to see if I might be a good fit, and if we aren't, I'll help you to find a therapist who is. Fit with your therapist is a very important part of what makes therapy successful, and helping you find successful treatment at the end of the day is what is important to me.
Hello! You are likely here to find a therapist, which is not an easy task. I hope to make it as easy as possible for you to see if I might be a good fit, and if we aren't, I'll help you to find a therapist who is. Fit with your therapist is a very important part of what makes therapy successful, and helping you find successful treatment at the end of the day is what is important to me.
Michelle Smith - Harmony Psychology
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych, RPT™, CPT
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T6H
With a background as an elementary school teacher, school counsellor, and school psychologist, I have a range of experiences working with children of all ages, and accept referrals from age 5 to 16. Play therapy and expressive arts are used to help improve problem-solving skills, enhance social connections, develop emotional regulation, and enhance self-esteem. I believe it really does "take a village" of adults at home, community and school to support the healthy growth and development of a child, and reaching out for support can be part of that process. Let's chat about your concerns and how to create a path moving forward!
With a background as an elementary school teacher, school counsellor, and school psychologist, I have a range of experiences working with children of all ages, and accept referrals from age 5 to 16. Play therapy and expressive arts are used to help improve problem-solving skills, enhance social connections, develop emotional regulation, and enhance self-esteem. I believe it really does "take a village" of adults at home, community and school to support the healthy growth and development of a child, and reaching out for support can be part of that process. Let's chat about your concerns and how to create a path moving forward!
Change can be scary but even small changes can make a big difference. I offer you a safe space where change can happen at your own pace & where you can bring your problems, fears or pain to work through in a supportive environment. The addiction, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, phobia, etc., can be the initial thing that brings you into therapy, but we won’t just put a band-aid on the symptom. We will get to the underlying root of the problem & heal it where it started. I use the word “we” because it is a collaborative venture, we work together to create change. I work with both individuals & couples. (Ask me about EMDR).
Change can be scary but even small changes can make a big difference. I offer you a safe space where change can happen at your own pace & where you can bring your problems, fears or pain to work through in a supportive environment. The addiction, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, phobia, etc., can be the initial thing that brings you into therapy, but we won’t just put a band-aid on the symptom. We will get to the underlying root of the problem & heal it where it started. I use the word “we” because it is a collaborative venture, we work together to create change. I work with both individuals & couples. (Ask me about EMDR).
Welcome, I am Dr. Debbie Grove, a Registered Psychologist in Edmonton. For over ten years, I have been working with individuals, students, and couples, helping them make changes in their lives for a healthier, happier life. I work collaboratively to develop a customized treatment plan.
My integrative approach to therapy has helped people manage depression, anxiety, stress, relationships and has helped them become more confident and healthy in their daily living. Overcoming fear, worry, and past issues helps lift barriers to a healthier, happier life.
Welcome, I am Dr. Debbie Grove, a Registered Psychologist in Edmonton. For over ten years, I have been working with individuals, students, and couples, helping them make changes in their lives for a healthier, happier life. I work collaboratively to develop a customized treatment plan.
My integrative approach to therapy has helped people manage depression, anxiety, stress, relationships and has helped them become more confident and healthy in their daily living. Overcoming fear, worry, and past issues helps lift barriers to a healthier, happier life.
You are not alone. At REACH we build real connections with real people walking through our door. Humor, genuine compassion and empathy are necessary for healing-especially the humor part-and combined together, they create a healing force! We know that sometimes, life is just hard. It can come out of nowhere, but know that counselling helps during the tough times. It helps us endure when we don’t think we can, helps us recover from what we’ve survived, teaches us how to gain insight about who we are and find our way back to "our normal" when we feel lost and alone. We are here for you.
You are not alone. At REACH we build real connections with real people walking through our door. Humor, genuine compassion and empathy are necessary for healing-especially the humor part-and combined together, they create a healing force! We know that sometimes, life is just hard. It can come out of nowhere, but know that counselling helps during the tough times. It helps us endure when we don’t think we can, helps us recover from what we’ve survived, teaches us how to gain insight about who we are and find our way back to "our normal" when we feel lost and alone. We are here for you.
Carly Colasimone
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BA, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6H
I would describe myself as an empathic, thoughtful, and easy-going individual who is devoted to helping those going through stressful and difficult times. I work from a client-centered approach with the belief that my clients are the experts of their own lives. I emphasize building strong therapeutic relationships. My most important priority is to create a safe and supportive environment for you. With support, also comes challenging you to become the best version of yourself. As your therapist, I take the perspective that you and I are fellow travelers on a journey towards healing and self-actualization.
I would describe myself as an empathic, thoughtful, and easy-going individual who is devoted to helping those going through stressful and difficult times. I work from a client-centered approach with the belief that my clients are the experts of their own lives. I emphasize building strong therapeutic relationships. My most important priority is to create a safe and supportive environment for you. With support, also comes challenging you to become the best version of yourself. As your therapist, I take the perspective that you and I are fellow travelers on a journey towards healing and self-actualization.
Are you ready to start a transformative journey toward healing and self-discovery? As a proud Métis citizen, I profoundly respect resilience and believe in individuals' potential to become their most authentic selves. My approach is grounded in truly understanding your unique mental health challenges, celebrating your strengths, and discovering effective growth strategies. Together, we'll work toward uncovering your genuine self while weaving in humour and using body awareness into our journey, making healing engaging and transformative.
Are you ready to start a transformative journey toward healing and self-discovery? As a proud Métis citizen, I profoundly respect resilience and believe in individuals' potential to become their most authentic selves. My approach is grounded in truly understanding your unique mental health challenges, celebrating your strengths, and discovering effective growth strategies. Together, we'll work toward uncovering your genuine self while weaving in humour and using body awareness into our journey, making healing engaging and transformative.
Brian Welling
Psychologist, BA, MA, RPsyc
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6E
Waitlist for new clients
Society used to look at mental health issues as something to be ashamed of, but we don't have to any more. Mental health, like physical health, is something that absolutely everyone must work at to feel good. It's rewarding work, but it isn't always easy. Traumatic events or even just daily struggles can sometimes lead to addictions, poor relationships with others, or strong feelings of disconnection and worthlessness. The resources we need to stay balanced, to grow, and to feel whole are within each of us, but sometimes we have trouble finding them on our own.
Society used to look at mental health issues as something to be ashamed of, but we don't have to any more. Mental health, like physical health, is something that absolutely everyone must work at to feel good. It's rewarding work, but it isn't always easy. Traumatic events or even just daily struggles can sometimes lead to addictions, poor relationships with others, or strong feelings of disconnection and worthlessness. The resources we need to stay balanced, to grow, and to feel whole are within each of us, but sometimes we have trouble finding them on our own.
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Wanda Polzin Holman
Registered Social Worker, MA, RCSW, EdD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6B
Dr. Polzin Holman has over 25 years of working in the field of mental health and addictions. Specialized training in Trauma, Attachment, Anxiety and Depression with children, adolescents, adults and couples. Training in various modalities such as EMDR, Clinical Hypnotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Relationship/Couples counselling.
Dr. Polzin Holman has over 25 years of working in the field of mental health and addictions. Specialized training in Trauma, Attachment, Anxiety and Depression with children, adolescents, adults and couples. Training in various modalities such as EMDR, Clinical Hypnotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Relationship/Couples counselling.
Keisha Virago Integrative Counselling
Registered Professional Counsellor - Candidate, RPC-C
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T6E (Online Only)
I help people learn to forgive themselves for the things they had to do in order to survive. I believe that when we feel safe in our body and free from the shackles of our past, we can create our dream reality. By honouring our sensitive nature, and creating a safe space to explore, we can set our inner child free - inviting playfulness, humour, and curiosity to the healing process. We are not what has happened to us, we are who we choose to become. I'm here to help you discover who you truly are on a soul level.
I help people learn to forgive themselves for the things they had to do in order to survive. I believe that when we feel safe in our body and free from the shackles of our past, we can create our dream reality. By honouring our sensitive nature, and creating a safe space to explore, we can set our inner child free - inviting playfulness, humour, and curiosity to the healing process. We are not what has happened to us, we are who we choose to become. I'm here to help you discover who you truly are on a soul level.
Cultured Psychology Services - Tom Rapacki
Psychologist, MC, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5R
Good psychologists devote ample time to listening to and helping their clients. No one should have to feel like they are making an elevator pitch when they see their therapist. I offer longer sessions which allow for deeper discussions and help that is personalized to your lived experience, strengths, and culture. My approach is calming, caring, insightful, and creative, and I'm also trained to discuss topics that some psychologists don't have the comfort or cultural knowledge to address. Together, let's start building a way forward free from struggle with negative emotions and towards a more meaningful and fulfilling life!
Good psychologists devote ample time to listening to and helping their clients. No one should have to feel like they are making an elevator pitch when they see their therapist. I offer longer sessions which allow for deeper discussions and help that is personalized to your lived experience, strengths, and culture. My approach is calming, caring, insightful, and creative, and I'm also trained to discuss topics that some psychologists don't have the comfort or cultural knowledge to address. Together, let's start building a way forward free from struggle with negative emotions and towards a more meaningful and fulfilling life!
Have you ever felt so down and low that you didn’t want to engage in anything? Have you ever felt so anxious about a task that you ended up spending all your time and energy worrying about it and couldn't complete it? Do you catch yourself thinking and worrying about the same thing over and over? Trying to get things so organized and planning them down to the last minute, that it doesn’t leave you time to actually implement those plans? This is what our thoughts tend to do to us - exhausting us, leaving no energy or desire to engage with much else. If you feel this way, then we might be a good fit for each other.
Have you ever felt so down and low that you didn’t want to engage in anything? Have you ever felt so anxious about a task that you ended up spending all your time and energy worrying about it and couldn't complete it? Do you catch yourself thinking and worrying about the same thing over and over? Trying to get things so organized and planning them down to the last minute, that it doesn’t leave you time to actually implement those plans? This is what our thoughts tend to do to us - exhausting us, leaving no energy or desire to engage with much else. If you feel this way, then we might be a good fit for each other.
It is my belief that people have the strengths and abilities to navigate through life's challenges. The question is, "How do you use what you already have to meet life's challenges?" I work with individuals, groups, families, teams, and organizations collaboratively towards shared goals and outcomes that are rooted in evidence-based practices. Sessions are interactive, transparent, and optimistic. An eclectic approach rooted in Individual Psychology and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy offers the versatility for a culturally sensitive, non-judgmental, and an efficient working relationship.
It is my belief that people have the strengths and abilities to navigate through life's challenges. The question is, "How do you use what you already have to meet life's challenges?" I work with individuals, groups, families, teams, and organizations collaboratively towards shared goals and outcomes that are rooted in evidence-based practices. Sessions are interactive, transparent, and optimistic. An eclectic approach rooted in Individual Psychology and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy offers the versatility for a culturally sensitive, non-judgmental, and an efficient working relationship.
One Tree Psychological and Therapeutic Services
Psychologist, MSc, MCFC
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5L
I am registered psychologist. My Master's degree is in couples and family counselling and I have completed adjunct training in Play Therapy, Sand Play Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). I have experience working with clients of all ages from 3 years old and up as well as families and couples. I can accommodate those who are considering online counselling. I also have a team of Therapeutic Support Counsellors who can work with you and your family in a unique way to support coping, wellbeing, and trauma symptoms. Look for more information on our website https://onetreepsychological.ca
I am registered psychologist. My Master's degree is in couples and family counselling and I have completed adjunct training in Play Therapy, Sand Play Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). I have experience working with clients of all ages from 3 years old and up as well as families and couples. I can accommodate those who are considering online counselling. I also have a team of Therapeutic Support Counsellors who can work with you and your family in a unique way to support coping, wellbeing, and trauma symptoms. Look for more information on our website https://onetreepsychological.ca
Kelly-Dawn Aulenbach
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5N
Seeing the change in a client’s life is powerful, and I love being able to play a role in it. When you feel the burden and pressures of life weighing you down, it can be so easy to resort to being hard on yourself. Have you ever wondered what might be possible if the energy you spend in being self-critical could be directed somewhere else? Perhaps you notice you are struggling with a relationship that leaves you feeling stuck. Together, we can build a preferred way of being as we will explore attachment styles, trauma and other aspects of life that may be causing you distress. You matter and your life is worth living.
Seeing the change in a client’s life is powerful, and I love being able to play a role in it. When you feel the burden and pressures of life weighing you down, it can be so easy to resort to being hard on yourself. Have you ever wondered what might be possible if the energy you spend in being self-critical could be directed somewhere else? Perhaps you notice you are struggling with a relationship that leaves you feeling stuck. Together, we can build a preferred way of being as we will explore attachment styles, trauma and other aspects of life that may be causing you distress. You matter and your life is worth living.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, down, or uncertain of what to do in your life, you are not alone. It is difficult to know how to navigate life’s challenges and I am here to support you in that journey. Whether you are experiencing relationship struggles, work/life stress, depression, anxiety, anger, grief, have experienced trauma, or are simply in need of support, I am here for you.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, down, or uncertain of what to do in your life, you are not alone. It is difficult to know how to navigate life’s challenges and I am here to support you in that journey. Whether you are experiencing relationship struggles, work/life stress, depression, anxiety, anger, grief, have experienced trauma, or are simply in need of support, I am here for you.
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How does Adlerian psychology work?
In the framework of Adlerian therapy, people are motivated by a sense of belonging and community, which drives them to surmount feelings of inferiority so as to contribute to their society; fulfilling these desires can help people flourish. Adlerian therapy proceeds in four stages—engagement, assessment, insight, and reorientation—in an overall effort to understand the client’s past and to achieve their present-day humanistic goals.
Is Adlerian therapy humanistic?
Yes, Adlerian psychology is humanistic; it focuses on the whole person, emphasises their strengths rather than just their symptoms, and centers them in determining how they can grow and flourish. This school of thought informed the work of Abraham Maslow, who went on to develop humanistic psychology.
How long does Adlerian therapy take?
Adlerian therapy is a short-term, goal-oriented form of therapy that takes around 15 to 20 weekly sessions. Of course, some people may be in therapy for a shorter or longer time frame; length depends on the individual and the problem or condition they wish to treat. Clients can ask their therapist about the timeline for treatment before they begin and check in periodically to ensure that they’re on the same page in terms of progress.
Is Adlerian therapy evidence based?
There is not as much evidence to support the effectiveness of Adlerian therapy as there is for other types of therapy such as cognitive behavioural therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. But Adlerian therapy may be the right therapy for some people—whether they’re seeking to treat mental disorders or achieve self-growth—especially those looking for a holistic approach that emphasises relationships, community, self-worth, and purpose.