Mental Health Counselling

Dr. Major is a Registered Psychologist in Edmonton Alberta and has been involved in UCCA since 2009 taking on various roles and initiatives from research assistant, co-author to her current position as Vice President. Upon completion of her Honours in Psychology at the University of Regina, Rochelle moved to Edmonton and completed her Master’s and Ph.D. in the Counselling Psychology Program at the University of Alberta. Both her Master’s and Ph.D. research were funded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) and focussed on death anxiety across the lifespan. She has published articles on topics including aging, death anxiety, psychotherapy, the impact of domestic violence on children, and interprofessional learning in university settings. She is also an adjunct professor at the University Alberta where she supervises Ph.D. students’ clinical work in the Counselling Psychology program. She has worked in a variety of clinical settings including group living programs for vulnerable youth, non-profit organizations, private practice, The Alzheimer’s Society, and Counselling and Clinical Services at the University of Alberta. She currently works in private practice at the Allendale Psychology Collective, a space in South Central Edmonton where independent psychologists share community and offer a warm, welcoming atmosphere for their respective clients. Dr. Major is trained by some of the world’s leading experts in a range of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Existential Humanistic Therapy, Mindfulness Based Therapy, Emotion Focussed Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy, Prolonged Exposure Therapy for Trauma, Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. In her spare time Dr. Major enjoys spending time with her family, singing, and travelling.

Dr. J. Lauren Johnson is a Registered Psychologist (R.Psych) and has sat on the volunteer Board of Directors for UCCA since 2018. Dr. Johnson’s therapeutic approach focuses on using a variety of strategies including CBT, EMDR, mind-body therapies, and arts-based therapies in order to help people recover from trauma, reconnect with themselves, and move forward with the meaningful, satisfying lives they want to live. She completed her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) and American Psychological Association (APA) accredited Educational Psychology program at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, AB. She has a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree from the University of Calgary (Calgary, AB) and a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) degree from York University (Toronto, ON). Dr. Johnson has won numerous accolades for her academic work. She has received awards for innovation and research excellence for her pilot study on therapeutic filmmaking, provincial and national-level awards and scholarships for her graduate work including the Best Dissertation Award from the CPA’s Counselling Section, and a performance arts award for her film work. She has presented at numerous conferences throughout Canada, has been published in national and international journals, and co-edited the foundational textbook on film/video as therapy, Film and Video as Psychotherapy: Research and Practice. Outside of work, Dr. Johnson enjoys spending time with her family, going for walks in Edmonton’s famous river valley, and writing.

I am a Registered Psychologist in Edmonton, Alberta, specializing in Counselling Psychology. Over the past 10 years, I have acquired education, training, and experience in working with a wide range of psychological concerns. I hold a PhD in Counselling Psychology from the University of Alberta and have worked in private practice since 2017. I enjoy working with both adult individuals and couples, and welcome clients from all cultures, ethnicities, gender identities, and sexual orientations. As a psychologist, I aim to create supportive, respectful, and productive relationships with the clients I work with, and I enjoy seeing clients grow and change. I believe in empowering clients to further develop their inner resources, while also providing the opportunity to increase self-awareness and learn new skills. I work with adults and couples who may be dealing with:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Relationship Issues
• Stress
• Grief/Loss
• Self-Esteem
• Conflict/ Anger
• Identity Issues
• Career/ Work-Related Challenges
• Effective Communication
• Creating Boundaries
• Trauma
• Bullying
• Life Transitions
• Divorce/ Breakup
• Perfectionism
• Personal Growth

For more information please see my website: rosspsychology.ca

Michaela Kadambi Ph.D., R. Psych. (she/her): is a BIPOC (South Asian/European) registered psychologist in Edmonton who specializes in anxiety disorders and traumatic stress.  Having the highest levels of education and training experiences required for psychologists in Alberta, she offers in-person and telehealth services to individuals and couples. Her clinical work is deeply informed by current research, best practices, advanced clinical training, and over two decades of professional experience. Dr. Kadambi is a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional through Post-Partum International and is a certified consultant in Prolonged Exposure therapy through the Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety (Division of Pennsylvania State University).  Diversity is celebrated in her practice. Clients from all backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations, and gender expressions are welcomed for individual or couples counselling. Kind Regards,

Online/Telepsychology

I am a registered psychologist in Alberta, offering counselling services in both English and Mandarin. Change can be uncomfortable and difficult; it is not impossible. I am here to listen and here to help you make positive changes, improve your wellbeing, and achieve personal goals. My trainings in counselling psychology, educational psychology, neuroscience, and immigrant settlement and integration have prompted me to consider mental and behavioural health concerns in a more integrative and comprehensive way. I have nearly ten years of experience working with school-aged children, adolescents, adults from diverse social-cultural backgrounds through public schools, community settings, social services and mental health providers. I embrace a broad, holistic, and systemic perspective in understanding individual difficulties and relationship challenges in daily living. You will be supported by evidence-based, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive interventions that integrate biological, psychological, sociocultural, and spiritual dimensions. To meet your specific needs, we will work collaboratively using approaches such as solution-focused therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), narrative therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), emotion-focused therapy, and the Gottman method of relationship therapy.

• Master’s Degree in Psychology in 1988 with a focus on Adlerian Psychology
• Bachelor of Education Degree with extensive experience in the role of counsellor, educator, and administrator/leader for 35 years with Edmonton Catholic Schools.
• Recently began a second career (2020), successfully completing a nine course post-Master’s program in Psychology.
• Experience working with individuals, couples, families, children, in both clinical and school settings.
• Experience working with Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) clients.
• Brings a wealth of experience to his practice as a therapist and committed family man.

I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist in the Province of Alberta with a diverse experience that spans nearly 20 years. I completed my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University in New Delhi in 2011. As a clinician, I began my career working internationally in Africa and Asia and settled in North America.

My early career working with Botswana Defence Forces, Africa, has led to my familiarity with diverse cultures and helped me develop sustainable skills in cross-cultural competence required to work well in an increasingly diverse world. I speak Hindi and Urdu fluently and understand Punjabi and Bengali well.

I provide therapy to adult individuals, including Veterans, First Responders, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community with a broad range of mental health issues. I specialize in (but am not limited to) PTSD/complex trauma, psychiatric conditions such as psychotic spectrum disorders, borderline personality disorder, mood and anxiety disorders, eating disorders, chronic pain, and motor vehicle and workplace accidents. I also specialize in assisting survivors of abuse.

I am a certified EMDR therapist and Internal Family System Therapist. In addition, I use several therapeutic modalities, including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy. I believe in every individual’s innate capacity to bring about positive changes and improve their feelings of satisfaction and the overall quality of their lives. My goal is to provide them with the skills and tools to help them achieve this change.

Hello! I’m Grace, and I am looking forward to working with you! I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist who obtained my Master’s Degree from Athabasca University in 2021. I work in the areas of assessments, grief and loss, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, physical/medical disabilities, relationship counselling, senior’s health, domestic violence, and sexual assault.

I also conduct assessments to identify and treat many mental health concerns for children and adults. These assessments are most prevalent in schools, universities, careers, and end-of-life care, but can also be used in your personal life as well to bring meaning and clarity to the struggles you are experiencing. All of the measures that I use are supported by science to ensure that they are valid and reliable.

I can assess for learning disorders, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Gifted School Admissions, Personality, Mood and Trauma Disorders, as well as other specialized assessments according to your needs.

I am trained in the following therapies to help you on your journey: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy, Cognitive Processing Theory, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Gottman’s Couple Therapy, and Exposure and Response Prevention.

I work with individuals, couples, families, seniors, adults, teens, first responders, and LBGTQIA clients. I am pleased to offer you a safe, comforting, and supportive environment to share your story with me, both online or in person at my office.

I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist in Edmonton, offering counselling services in English, Russian, and Mongolian. I provide counselling services to individuals and couples, including parents and teenagers.

As an immigrant who came to Canada in 2009, I understand the struggles in starting a new life in a different country. I have a post-graduate degree from Moscow State University, and have attended Master of Counselling Psychology from Athabasca University. I have experience working in social services, including Catholic Social Services, Immigration and Settlement Program. Since 2014, I have been working in Children’s Services where I work with families from a strengths-based perspective.
My job as a social worker and extensive ongoing training and experience in counselling has helped me to create the unique approach that combines trauma informed therapy models, psycho education, and strong advocacy for clients who are economically disadvantaged, face systemic discrimination, racism, and language/ cultural barriers.

A large portion of my clinical work has been working with teenagers experiencing social isolation, self-esteem issues, anxiety, and depression. My work is rooted in the belief that a child is a part of a family system so I work closely with parents helping them to understand their children and integrate their own cultural parenting practices into the Canadian context.

My other passion is to help those in intercultural and cross-cultural relationships, especially couples where women were born outside of Canada. As a counsellor, I know that all relationships have a variety of challenges and struggles; however, cross-cultural couples have to face a lot of differences, including cultural, religious, political, and related to gender roles/ parenting. I have a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, for virtual counselling and in person in the office in South Edmonton.

Sometimes life hurts and we may struggle. I believe no one is wired to deal with difficulties alone. With a keen spirit and a gentle presence, I hold a safe space. Together we process the hard stuff, explore possibilities, and navigate more authentic pathways to growth and connection. I provide counselling therapy in English and Mandarin Chinese. I enjoy working with individuals (including children), couples, and families with various concerns. My areas of interest include trauma, PTSD, the family of origin, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, emotion regulation, anger management, life transition, personal growth, and relationships.

My practice is culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and compassion-based. Guided by evidence-based practice, I integrate Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Brainspotting Therapy and spirituality to tailor my approach to clients’ needs. With respect for each individual, I collaborate with you to explore what works best to suit your unique needs.

As a Mental Health Therapist and Registered Psychiatric Nurse, it is important to see individuals as a whole; physically, mentally, and spiritually. That is why I follow a holistic approach when provided counselling services to my clients.  Often mental and physical health are intertwined and following the holistic model helps to better address and assess where people are and what they are wanting to achieve through their overall health and wellness goals.

With over 10 years’ experience working in addictions and mental health for Alberta Health Services, Covenant Health, and Motion Forward Counselling, I have the pleasure of working with clients from all walks of life and circumstances from adolescence to geriatrics.  Cultural diversity and inclusivity are at the forefront of my practice. Specializing in many demographics including that of the Arabic and Indigenous population. I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities that are tailored to suit you best, including that of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Talk Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.

I have the passion, dedication, and desire to help people achieve their best version of themselves. I am empathetic and pride myself in building therapeutic relationships with my clients. A profound respect for cultural diversity and inclusion respectfully acknowledging that we are located on ᐊᒥᐢᑿᒌᐚᐢᑲᐦᐃᑲᐣ (Amiskwacîwâskahikan) Treaty 6 territory.  A traditional gathering place for diverse Indigenous peoples including the Cree, Blackfoot, Metis, Nakota Sioux, Iroquois, Dene, Ojibway/Saulteaux/ Anishinaabe/ Inuit and many others.  Looking forward to working alongside of you for your optimum health and wellness journey. Book today for a better tomorrow.

Daniel Ngo is a compassionate and dedicated therapist to assisting newcomers to Canada in their journey of adaptation and integration. Born and raised in an immigrant family, Daniel Ngo has always been passionate about understanding and embracing diverse perspectives. This passion led him to obtaining a Master’s degree in Counseling, and then focusing his counselling techniques and trauma-informed care through EMDR therapy. With a deep understanding of the challenges and complexities involved in relocating to a new country, Daniel Ngo brings a unique blend of expertise, empathy, and cultural sensitivity to his practice.

As a therapist, Daniel Ngo strives to create a safe and inclusive space where newcomers can explore their feelings, address past traumas, and develop coping strategies to thrive in their new lives. He values collaboration and cultural humility, recognizing the importance of building trust and rapport with his clients to facilitate meaningful therapeutic progress.

In his spare time, Daniel Ngo loves to explore different cultures through travel, cuisine, and movies. He is fluent in English and Vietnamese and deeply appreciates the richness of cultural diversity. Daniel Ngo is honored to support newcomers on their journey to creating fulfilling lives in Canada, and he looks forward to accompanying them every step of the way.

Hi there! As a therapist, one of my passions is helping and working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, anger, relationship issues, and suicidal ideation. I also enjoy working with couples who might be experiencing challenges due to infidelity, communication difficulties, coping with stressful challenges, financial pressures, difficulty balancing individual and couple expectations, or divorce/separation. Many people feel that they are alone in their struggles. I believe my role as your therapist is to remind you that you are not alone, normalize how you feel, and provide helpful tools along the way. I use a humanistic approach and believe that you are the expert of your own life. My goal is to create a safe space for my clients so they can be their true selves and have room for self-exploration. Other modalities I use are solution-focused, trauma-informed, CBT, and strength-based therapy. I also use a multicultural approach in counselling that is aided by my own experience and upbringing in different countries around the world. I speak fluent English and Arabic as well. I look forward to working together on your goals!

Hello! My name is Brandy Paulson, and my pronouns are she/her. I am a graduate student completing my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University and living on Treaty 6 land.

My goal is to provide a collaborative and open space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings in a supportive environment. I work from a client-centered and feminist perspective and believe strongly that everyone is capable of healing. I am trauma informed and gender and sexuality affirming. I strive to create space for a variety of cultural backgrounds and keep myself informed. I will be seeing clients virtually and in-person starting September 2022.

I am particularly passionate about working with:

• Trauma
• Anxiety
• Relationship Issues
• Life transitions
• Depression
• Attachment
• Stress
• Bicultural experiences
• Addictions
• Sex and Gender
• 2SLGBTQ+ individuals
• Couples
• BIPOC
• Veterans

From a young age, Gaby has experienced the struggle and hardship of reconciling her own personal and cultural identity as a child of immigrant parents. Trying to navigate life not fitting into either the Latino or Canadian culture. Therefore she chose to embrace her “other-ness”. Because of such difficulties, Gaby chose to follow her dreams of becoming a therapist to fill the gap she herself experienced growing up. Gaby is a passionate individual who centres herself in fostering a safe(r) space and practice for all individuals. She hopes to make a change within society and reduce societal stigma around mental health.

Gaby is passionate about supporting and working with women who are in the midst of transitioning into motherhood. Working with Gaby, you will find someone who deeply cares and wants to understand who you are as a person and the experiences that have made you who you are today. A few of these transitions include perinatal mental health, infertility, birth trauma, grief and loss, infidelity, intimacy and relationships.

Other specialties include working with the BIPOC community, individuals affected by sexual violence and trauma, couples, sexual health, abortion and TFMR. Gaby also supports those faced with intergenerational trauma, racial trauma, cultural identity, and newcomer/immigrant mental health. She practices from a trauma and culturally informed, attachment based lens. Utilizing different modalities ranging from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Gottman Method, Person-Centered and Mindfulness Practice.

Gaby currently works with adults (18+) and offers services in English and Spanish.

Emily is a practicum student who will be providing therapeutic services for children, adolescents, and adults at a reduced rate until December 2022.

Emily believes in the importance of building and maintaining a therapeutic relationship in which clients are provided a non-judgmental, empathetic, and authentic environment which promotes positive changes. Emily sees people as inherently capable. It is through this capability that client strengths can be appreciated, explored, and expressed. Emily has a special interest in Person Centered Therapy and incorporates Solution-Focused and Strengths-Based techniques.

Emily sees clients as the true experts in their own lives. Their own lived experiences direct the course of therapy and leads to further levels of self awareness.

Emily is working under the supervision of Hilda Huj, Trauma Specialist, Clinical and Forensic Psychologist.

LOCATIONS AND CONTACT
ARCH provides a full range of clinical and forensic assessment, therapy, and consultation to individuals, couples, and families across Alberta. We have offices in Edmonton, Grande Prairie, High Level, and Calgary. As well, psychologists travel to other neighboring areas. ARCH serves clients of all ages, genders, abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, ethnicities, and sexual orientations.