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Find the Right Therapist for You

Choosing a therapist is about finding someone you feel comfortable
opening up to. Someone whose approach, personality, and way of
working actually fits you.

Get to know our team, get a sense of how each therapist works, and
decide who feels like the right match. We offer counselling services
in Calgary and online therapy across Alberta, so you can move
forward in a way that fits your life.

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Start by Getting a Feel for the Team

Before booking, most people want to know one thing:
“Who am I actually going to be talking to?”

Each therapist brings a different style, energy, and way of
working. Some are more structured. Some are more
conversational. Some are more direct.

That difference matters. Below, you can explore the team
and see who feels like someone you could talk to.

OUR DEDICATED TEAM

Our Psychologists & Therapists

This is where most people start to recognize who they feel comfortable with. Not based on titles alone, but based on how each therapist approaches conversations, supports clients, and helps people work through what they’re dealing with. Take a moment to look through each profile.

Juliana Hupsel

Registered Psychologist

Registered Psychologist with more than 20 years of experience supporting teens, adults, couples, and families through life’s challenges. Juliana provides therapy in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, offering culturally responsive care that helps clients feel understood and supported. Her approach is warm, collaborative, and evidence-based, with a strong focus on trauma recovery, emotional wellbeing, relationship health, and personal growth.

FOCUS AREAS

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety and depression
  • Emotional regulation
  • Life transitions and adjustment
  • Couples and relationship challenges
  • Parenting support
  • Communication and assertiveness
  • Cultural adjustment and immigration experiences
  • Burnout and stress management
  • Personal growth and self-esteem

GOOD FIT FOR

You may be a great fit for Juliana if you’re looking for a therapist who combines extensive clinical experience with a deep understanding of cultural identity, life transitions, and emotional wellbeing. She works with individuals, couples, and families who are navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, stress, or significant life changes. Juliana is especially well-suited for clients seeking culturally informed care and a collaborative approach that balances compassion, insight, and practical strategies for growth

Donna Smith

Registered Social Worker

Registered Social Worker with extensive trauma-focused clinical training and a passion for helping clients understand the deeper roots of emotional pain and relational patterns. Donna integrates neuroscience, attachment theory, and evidence-based trauma therapies to support healing, self-awareness, and long-term emotional wellbeing. Her approach is compassionate, insightful, and focused on creating lasting change.

FOCUS AREAS

  • Trauma and complex trauma
  • Religious trauma
  • Anxiety and mood disorders
  • Shame and self-worth
  • Burnout and chronic stress
  • Attachment wounds
  • Dysfunctional relationship patterns
  • Emotional disconnection
  • Neurobiology-informed therapy
  • Emotional healing and self-discovery

GOOD FIT FOR

Donna may be a strong fit if you’re ready to explore the deeper roots of emotional pain, relationship patterns, or unresolved trauma. Her approach is especially beneficial for adults who are struggling with anxiety, shame, burnout, attachment wounds, religious trauma, or the lasting effects of difficult life experiences. Clients who are interested in understanding themselves on a deeper level and creating meaningful, lasting change often connect well with Donna’s thoughtful and trauma-informed style.

Patience Owan

Registered Social Worker

Registered Social Worker who provides a welcoming, supportive, and culturally sensitive environment where clients can safely explore challenges and build resilience. Patience works with individuals facing emotional, behavioural, and life-related concerns, helping them develop healthier coping strategies, improve self-awareness, and move toward greater wellbeing and balance.

FOCUS AREAS

  • Anxiety and stress
  • Depression and mood concerns
  • Emotional regulation
  • Self-esteem and confidence
  • Personal growth
  • Life transitions
  • Relationship challenges
  • Coping skills development
  • Cultural and identity-related concerns
  • Mental wellness and resilience

GOOD FIT FOR

Patience may be a great fit for individuals seeking a warm, supportive, and culturally sensitive space to work through life’s challenges. She helps clients manage anxiety, stress, low mood, self-esteem concerns, relationship difficulties, and personal growth goals. Whether you’re facing a major transition, feeling emotionally overwhelmed, or simply looking to build healthier coping strategies, Patience provides a compassionate environment where you can feel understood, supported, and empowered to move forward

"It's about finding someone you can truly talk to."

FINDING THE RIGHT FIT

You Don't Have to Have It All Figured Out

Most people are not choosing “the best therapist.” They’re
choosing someone they feel they can talk to.

If one stands out, that’s a good place to start. If none stand out yet, a quick connection call can help narrow it down.

WHY CHOOSE US

A Clinic Built Around Real Access and Care

When people search for a psychologist in Alberta or counselling near them, they are often comparing multiple clinics. What tends to stand out here is not just qualifications, but how the experience feels.

Engaged Therapists

Therapists who are truly engaged and present, not distant or overly clinical in their approach.

Tailored Sessions

Care that feels personalized and tailored to your unique needs, never standardized.

Fast Responses

Quick and clear responses to your booking, billing, and insurance questions.

Removing Barriers to Therapy

We direct bill most insurance providers, which removes a common barrier to starting therapy. This is a clinic where communication is clear, access is simple, and care feels personal.

Anxiety & Stress

Tools to navigate overwhelming feelings and find calm.

Depression & Mood

Support for finding your way back to yourself.

Trauma & Past

Safe processing of difficult past experiences.

Relationships

Navigating connection, conflict, and couples issues.

Life Transitions

Guidance through uncertainty and major life changes.

Personal Growth

Developing emotional regulation and self- awareness.

OUR SERVICES

Therapy That Matches
What You Need

People come in for different reasons. Some are dealing with something specific. Others just know something feels off.

Each therapist has specific areas of focus, so you can choose someone aligned with what you’re going through.

Common Questions

Start by reviewing therapist profiles and focusing on specialties, approach, and personality. Many clients also begin with a consultation to confirm the fit before booking.

We offer individual therapy, couples counselling, trauma therapy, and support for a range of mental health concerns, both in-person and online across Alberta.

Yes. You can book a complimentary consultation to ask questions and see if the therapist feels like a good fit before scheduling a full session.

We direct bill most insurance providers, so many clients do not need to pay out of pocket depending on their coverage.

Take the First Step

You don’t need to have everything figured out before starting.

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