I have always wanted to work in mental health. I have an undergraduate degree in Criminology and Psychology from the University of Ottawa, a diploma in Addiction Education from McMaster University and an M.A. in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. I made the move from Ottawa to Calgary in 2014 where I decided to take the steps necessary to become a psychologist.

I’ve worked in the field since 2009, starting out in a shelter setting working with chronically homeless, mentally unwell, and addicted populations. For many years I worked as an addictions counsellor in intake and assessment at a detox facility in Ottawa. I also have years of experience working with troubled youth in a closed-custody detention centre. Since moving to Alberta, I’ve had the unique experience of working with street entrenched, marginalized populations, both adult and youth.

Counselling is a collaborate approach and having a strong therapeutic relationship is the key to success. I work with individuals and couples who may be struggling with an array of different issues. I utilize a client centered, non-judgmental approach to build relationships with my clients. Through the use of many different therapeutic frameworks I find what works best for the specific needs of my client. I draw from many different theoretical frameworks.

I moved to Cochrane with my husband in 2016. We now have two daughters, aged 1 and 3 and we intend to make Cochrane our forever home.

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Michelle is a Registered Provisional Psychologist whose academic foundation in counselling psychology was established at Yorkville University. She brings a wealth of personal and professional expertise in childhood neurodevelopmental and genetic disorders, positioning her as a trusted specialist for children, adolescents (ages 3-17), and adults. Michelle is an active member of the College of Alberta Psychologists, the Psychologists’ Association of Alberta, and the Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapy Association. With a decade of experience in school-based settings, Michelle is dedicated to empowering families navigating complex behavioural challenges. She embraces strength-based approaches to address a broad spectrum of concerns, including academic difficulties, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, mood disorders, disruptive mood dysregulation, oppositional defiance disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, attachment issues, bullying, grief and loss, trauma, sleep problems, and maladaptive thought patterns. Additionally, Michelle provides valuable parental support in strategy development, life transitions, and emotional well-being, all focused on fostering, nurturing, and restoring harmony within the home. Michelle’s therapeutic toolkit is both diverse and evidence-based comprising: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Attachment Theory, Internal Family Systems Therapy, Play-Informed Therapy, as well as Applied Behavioural Analysis and Functional Behavioural Analysis. Her unwavering goal is to deliver exceptional, compassionate care tailored to each client, equipping them with the resources and confidence to thrive.

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Jada is a counselling psychology intern with a strong foundation in child development, parenting, and family dynamics. Her work is informed by formal training in counselling psychology, an Early Childhood Education diploma, and years of frontline experience supporting young children and neurodivergent individuals in early learning and behavioural settings.

Jada works primarily with children, adolescents, and parents who are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, big emotions, behavioural challenges, or ongoing family stress. Having spent many years in preschool settings and family-centred environments, Jada brings a practical, developmentally grounded understanding of how children’s emotions and behaviours show up across home, school, and relational contexts. Her approach is developmentally informed, attachment-based, and collaborative. Jada views children’s behaviours as meaningful communication shaped by their nervous systems, relationships, and environments. Rather than focusing on “fixing” a child, she helps families in understanding what emotions and behaviours are communicating, and how to respond in ways that support emotional regulation, confidence, and connection. She often works closely with parents, offering guidance and coaching alongside direct child therapy. Jada draws from evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and emotion-focused and attachment-based frameworks, thoughtfully adapting each to the child’s developmental stage and family context. She strives to create a warm, non-judgmental space where children feel safe to express themselves and parents feel supported.

Outside of her work, Jada is a mother of two teenagers, an avid hiker and yogi, and musician. She and her family reside in Cochrane.

Please note that intern services are not eligible for insurance reimbursement and are offered at a reduced fee as part of supervised training with our registered psychologists.

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Jayla has been trained to conduct assessments with children, teens, and adults to identify problems such as ADHD, learning disabilities, autism, giftedness and mental health conditions. As assessments are a significant investment into one’s time and energy, Jayla takes great pride in ensuring that the process is comfortable, enjoyable, and provides relevant answers to the questions and concerns you may have. Jayla takes a strength-based and collaborative approach to helping an individual and their family understand their unique learning and behavioural profile. She is passionate about helping her clients identify the way they learn best and in turn, provides individually tailored, evidenced-based recommendations.

Jayla also provides individual, group, and family counselling to children, adolescents, and adults. She has a particular area of interest in working with adolescents and young adults. Jayla offers clients skillful and practical strategies aimed at cultivating real change. She believes strongly in working collaboratively with support systems to promote overall positive well-being.

Please note her counselling caseload is currently full and she is not accepting new counselling clients at this time.

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Do you ever feel like you’re juggling too much and constantly falling short? Maybe you’re navigating a major life transition, struggling with anxiety or self-doubt, or feeling stuck between wanting change and not knowing where to begin. Perhaps your relationships feel strained, or you’re trying to set boundaries while worrying how others might respond. Whatever brings you here, you don’t have to face it alone.

I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist and Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) from Yorkville University. I work with children (ages 9+), pre-teens, teens, adults, and couples, supporting clients through the messy, complicated, and very human parts of life; anxiety, stress, self-doubt, relationship challenges, emotional regulation, and the lasting impact of past experiences.

I believe therapy doesn’t need to feel stiff, intimidating, or overly clinical. Instead, I strive to create a space where you can take a deep breath, show up just as you are, and feel safe enough to laugh, cry, reflect, or simply say, “I don’t know where to start.” Our work begins by exploring what brings you to therapy and identifying your goals, then collaborating on practical, meaningful strategies that support growth, confidence, and clarity.

When working with children and families, therapy often includes games, drawing, stories, or creative activities to help make sense of big feelings, because healing and growth don’t always happen through “serious talk” alone. Whether we’re playing, problem-solving, or sitting with difficult emotions, my goal is to create a space that feels safe, genuine, and deeply human.

My therapeutic style is collaborative, compassionate, and down-to-earth. I draw from evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), while grounding my work in client-centred and humanistic principles. This integrative approach allows me to meet you where you are, honour your lived experiences, and tailor therapy to what works best for you. Healing is about uncovering strengths, building new tools, and creating space for meaningful change.

Therapy with me is a place where you can be real and be supported without judgment. Life can feel heavy enough; therapy doesn’t need to add to that weight. If you’re ready to feel more grounded, connected, and empowered in your life, I would be honoured to walk alongside you.

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Tina works with adolescents and adults in individual, couple, and family sessions, and can help with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, interpersonal relationships, communication, addictions, ADHD, and emotional regulation. She is a Registered NIHB provider with personal and professional experience in Indigenous communities.

Tina is dedicated to supporting people on a transformative path towards unlocking their full potential. Tailoring evidence-based approaches to unique needs, she provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth. Together, Tina and her clients identify challenges and build skills to reach goals

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