Olaitan Adelakun is a Registered Provisional Psychologist (P8103) with the College of Alberta Psychologists and a member of the Psychologists’ Association of Alberta.

Olaitan has over 10 years of experience in the non-profit sector, where she began her career working with children and families. She currently works with the Government of Alberta, supporting a diverse range of individuals, including children, adults, seniors, people with disabilities, and immigrants, to help them achieve their goals and address their unique needs.

Olaitan understands the importance of culturally sensitive counseling and incorporates this approach in her work with clients. Her expertise includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy (NT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and culturally-informed therapy.

She is passionate about supporting individuals—youth, adults, and couples—dealing with issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, addiction, and other behavioral challenges that can impact quality of life. Olaitan recognizes that seeking therapy can be a difficult decision, and she commends you for taking this important step. She is dedicated to supporting you with compassion, respect, and providing a safe space where you can freely explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgment.

Olaitan looks forward to partnering with you in processing your emotions and guiding you toward living a liberated and empowered life. She offers services in both English and Yoruba.

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Lucretzia Appavoo is a Registered Provisional Psychologist and a graduate from City University of Seattle. She completed her master’s degree in the field of counselling psychology and earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences with a minor in Psychology from the University of Alberta.

Lucretzia values compassion, empathy, and patience and brings these values to the therapeutic space. She believes in a person-centered approach and is committed to results and improvement while also providing a non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their inner world.

Lucretzia has experience working with trauma, abuse, and anxiety. She is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), trauma-informed care, suicide prevention, and play therapy.

In her spare time, Lucretzia spends her time swimming, watching documentaries, and reading books.

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Director of Clinical Services

Aneesha Bains is a Registered Psychologist (6468) with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP). Aneesha firmly believes in cultivating a space for unheard voices; and a safe space for clients to explore themselves, and the deepest parts of their minds. She aims to be a guiding force, another set of eyes, a grounding presence, and an individual who sees her clients as resilient, intelligent, and capable human beings. Being able to surround herself with individuals who have made the courageous decision to enter therapy and begin working on themselves gives her the drive and motivation to want to do more, be more, and show up continuously in a way that they deserve.

In session you can expect connection, humor, respect, understanding, compassion, and for her to hold hope for you until you’re ready to hold it yourself.

Aneesha approaches all clients with a compassion-focused, attachment-based lens and holds specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, Integrative Somatic Parts Work, and Mood regulation Skills for depression. Additionally, she uses a variety of other modalities such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy, to build treatment that is unique to the client and their needs.

Aneesha is passionate about working with adults, with a focus in the areas of anxiety, depression, emotion regulation, perfectionism, shame and guilt, self-esteem/self-confidence, and trauma.

Aneesha strongly holds the belief that healing is about learning to welcome, accept, and love all parts of you, including the parts that have been hidden or cast off. If any of this resonates with you, Aneesha would be honored to be given the opportunity to hear your story.

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Kiran is a Registered Provisional Psychologist (P7422) with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP).

Kiran began her career as a social worker and has over a decade of experience in the mental health field. Kiran believes in working from a person centred approach, where she works alongside her clients by empowering them to be the best version of themselves within their own capacity. Kiran is an empathetic listener and creates a safe and validating space for her clients.

Kiran is passionate about working with adults and couples focusing on a variety of areas including anxiety, depression, self esteem, stress/burnout, relationships and cultural/intergenerational difficulties. As a mom herself Kiran has a keen interest in working with women specifically in the areas of fertility, parenting, and overall maternal mental health. Kiran also focuses on cultural competence being an important part of the therapy process and can provide services in both English and Punjabi.

Kiran works from an attachment based lens and uses a variety of modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and the Gottman’s Method for couples.

In her spare time Kiran enjoys spending time with her family and travelling.

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“Hi there! Being able to validate emotions; normalize the messy experience that is being a human; model compassion; and help people gain deeper insights into their inner worlds (ie. thoughts, feelings), are the foundational pieces of therapy I enjoy most. It truly is an honour to hear people’s stories. When life gets chaotic or when everything seems so dark, I will hold space and help you learn ways to navigate strong emotions, reconnect with your body and manage unhelpful thoughts.

With over 10 years in the mental health field, I have been involved in treating a variety of mental health issues and concurrent disorders. Specifically, depression, emotional dysregulation, borderline personality disorder, anxiety, trauma and post traumatic stress disorder, substance use and addictions, postpartum depression/anxiety, workplace stress and anger.

I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to initiate and begin therapy. It is anxiety provoking, and it can be scary. As a therapist I cannot describe how incredibly resilient the human spirit is, especially during times of turmoil. Your curiosity has led you this far and I will be here for you.”

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Jen (she/her) is a Canadian Certified Counsellor and obtained her Masters of Counselling degree through Yorkville University and also earned her Bachelor of Arts in Intercultural Studies with a minor in Pastoral Care and Counselling from Vanguard College. Her studies focused on gaining a deep understanding of how individuals from diverse cultures and societies interact, thus Jen’s communication strategies are adaptable to meet the needs of a variety of individuals. In addition to her academic achievements, Jen has completed EMDR basic training. Her professional background is rooted in addiction and mental health, where she has primarily taken on roles managing treatment facilities for both men and women.

Jen believes that by uncovering the underlying causes of our challenges, whether they be emotional, psychological, or situational, we can address them more effectively and find long-lasting solutions. Jen believes in the power of connection to navigate life’s complexities and overcome obstacles. Grounded in a holistic perspective, Jen uses a comprehensive bio-psycho-social-spiritual-cultural framework in her counselling approach. While Jen holds advanced and specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), she also incorporates the following modalities into her practice:

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Motivational Interviewing

Person-Centered Therapy

Psychodynamic Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Faith Based Counselling

Jen’s clientele is expanded to include individuals from ages 7 to 65+ with varying presenting issues in such areas as:

Anxiety

Addictions

Trauma and PTSD

Suicidality and Self Harm

Boundaries and Assertiveness

Depression

Emotional Regulation

Grief and Loss

Life Transitions

Relationships

Sleep

Stress and Burnout

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Maria began her professional journey as a dedicated teacher, instructing various subjects and building meaningful connections with students and their families. Through this work, she discovered a passion for supporting individuals beyond academics, which led them to pursue a career in mental health counselling. As a high school career counsellor, Maria gained invaluable experience guiding adolescents in navigating personal challenges and planning their futures, further solidifying their commitment to fostering emotional and psychological well-being.

Maria specializes in working with adults and adolescents 14 and older, addressing a wide range of mental health concerns. These include depression, emotional regulation, anxiety, perfectionism, shame and guilt, self-esteem/self-confidence, and trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Maria integrates evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Person-Centred Therapy into her practice. She believes in tailoring her therapeutic approach to each client’s unique needs, fostering a sense of empowerment and self-discovery. Her ability to listen deeply and provide tailored support helps clients build resilience, develop coping strategies, and achieve meaningful growth.

Maria is fluent in English and Spanish, offering therapy in both languages to better serve a diverse range of clients.

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Alana is a registered provisional psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists and is a member of the Psychologist Association of Alberta (PAA).

In her practice, Alana wants to ensure every individual is cared for while ensuring their needs are being met. Additionally, she hopes to create a safe and compassionate environment while working towards improvement with her clients. She views counselling as an opportunity to explore and navigate challenges, while working collaboratively with the client to help them overcome obstacles.

Alana utilizes an integrative approach to counselling as she believes there isn’t just one approach that can help a client. She believes it’s important to account for the client as an individual and use elements from different approaches to best support them. However, Alana does enjoy the use of Attachment Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and Solution-Focused.

A powerful tool Alana believes can help promote relationship development, communication, and attendance is humor. She values having a sense of humor, as humor can bring people together and changes how we feel. Where appropriate, it can also help us change how we perceive events.

Alana has worked with children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout her career. Each demographic presented a new challenge, which developed creativity, problem-solving skills, and effective decision-making. In her spare time, Alana enjoys traveling, painting, knitting/crocheting, and spending time with her friends and family.

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Kiran is a Canadian Certified Counsellor with a master’s degree in counselling from the University of Lethbridge. She is dedicated to creating a warm, inclusive, and supportive space for clients to explore their emotions, challenges, and goals. Kiran is passionate about working with adults and has extensive experience in supporting individuals through a wide range of challenges, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, stress and burnout, as well as relationship difficulties.

Guided by empathy and collaboration, Kiran integrates evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Person-Centred Therapy into her practice. She believes in tailoring her therapeutic approach to the unique needs of each client, fostering a sense of empowerment and self-discovery. Her ability to listen deeply and provide tailored support helps clients build resilience, develop coping strategies, and achieve meaningful growth. Kiran believes in the importance of cultural competency and is able to provide therapy in both English and Punjabi.

Whether you are navigating a difficult time, seeking healing from past experiences, or exploring personal growth, Kiran is here to support you every step of the way

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Chantelle is a Registered Psychologist (6747) with the College of Alberta Psychologists and is a member of the Psychologist Association of Alberta.

Chantelle is passionate about supporting individuals and holding space for them to tune into and address their needs. She is guided by the metaphor of being a fellow traveler supporting you along your journey. She provides a calm presence and accepting space where you can feel seen and heard as you work toward goals that are meaningful to you. She encourages curiosity over judgement and believes that working together can promote insight and awareness of one’s experiences which can lead to personal growth.

Chantelle currently works with individuals 16 years and older to address common concerns such as depression, anxiety, the impacts of trauma, and general stress management. She believes that everyone has the power within themselves to heal, grow and thrive and that sometimes some support along the way can help.

Chantelle has over 10 years of experience in the field of mental health which has included work with children, teens and adults with a wide array of presenting concerns, life experiences, cultural identities and levels of support in various settings including non-profit agencies, schools, and with families navigating involvement with Children’s Services.

She acknowledges that initiating therapy can be intimidating for some, and that the work involved can be overwhelming. Chantelle hopes that her trauma-informed, strength-based approach that is deeply rooted within a strong therapeutic relationship can help reduce the hesitancies that may come with participating in therapy. She uses an integrative approach guided by evidence-based practices including Person Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Solution-Focussed Therapy.

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Anjali Lakhani is a Registered Provisional Psychologist (7305p) with the College of Alberta Psychologists. Post completion of her Bachelor of Science degree with a focus on biological sciences, she completed her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology.

Anjali’s approach to counselling is rooted in the belief that self-growth and strength are derived from exploring, discovering, and examining life’s various experiences. She employs an open and curious approach with her clients, providing a safe space for learning and change to occur at an individual pace. Anjali believes that everyone has the potential to lead a fulfilling life, and she strives to help unlock that potential through a collaborative approach and evidence-based practices.

Anjali recognizes the importance of taking a culturally sensitive approach in counseling and brings experience working with diverse populations through her employment with the Government of Canada. She is passionate about helping individuals with concerns including trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress, addictions, and low self-esteem, which may affect their quality of life. She also has a special interest in chronic pain management, as she recognizes the physical and emotional impact of living with persistent pain. Additionally, she has experience working with youth and young adults, who face many transitions and pressures in their personal and professional lives. She strives to provide a supportive and empowering environment for them to explore their goals, values, and identity.

Some modalities that Anjali utilizes are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Solution- Focused Therapy (SFT), and play therapy with younger clients.

Anjali understands that seeking therapy can be a difficult decision, and she commends you on taking this step! She looks forward to meeting and working with you to process your emotions in a meaningful way and live a liberated and empowered life. Anjali offers services in English and Gujarati.

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Lyndsay Long is a Registered Psychologist (6162) in Edmonton, Alberta and has been supporting adults, adolescents, and children in various counselling roles.

She has worked mainly with clients that have concurrent disorders, have experienced trauma, and were struggling with substance abuse. In addition, she has worked with clients who have displayed symptoms consistent with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and issues with anger. She has experience providing counselling to the FNMI community and takes pride in using a multicultural lens. Her extensive background in sports and fitness has also helped her when it comes to addressing sports and performance related concerns athletes may address in therapy.

You can expect her to bring compassion, a nonjudgmental environment, and warmth to therapy sessions. She believes in walking alongside her clients. She feels that everyone is unique, and tailors counselling to fit the needs of the individual. As such, she utilizes many modalities including cognitive-behavioral therapy, somatic therapy, person-centered approach, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, EMDR, and brief therapies.

Lyndsay is also an approved provider for Veterans Affairs and Non-Insured Health Benefits Program (NIHB).

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Paitan is a Canadian Certified Counselor (number) with the Canadian Counseling and Psychotherapy Association. She graduated with a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology (MACP) from Yorkville University. Prior to and during the completion of her master’s degree, Paitan worked with survivors of sexual violence for four years. Paitan has also worked with children providing therapeutic services in a school setting. She has always been passionate about helping people and providing them with a safe space to share their thoughts and experiences.

In her practice, Paitan wants to ensure every client has their needs met in a warm and nonjudgmental space. Fostering a safe, warm, and welcoming environment is key to therapeutic success, ease, and comfort in demonstrating vulnerability. Paitan strongly believes that every client is entitled to optimal client care and works hard to provide them that space to heal and grow. Paitan believes that we are the experts of our experiences and honours that within session. She will provide gentle guidance, use humor, skills, and interventions to increase her client’s ability to cope and increase trust in their inner strength.

Paitan primarily practices from a Person-Centered approach, tailoring her approach to each individual client. She also draws from Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotion Focused therapy, Attachment Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused; making appropriate adjustments based on each client’s needs. Additionally, Paitan incorporate trauma-informed practices into my work. Paitan believes there is great value in healing from a self-compassion and holistic approach.

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Denelle O’Reilly is a Registered Psychologist 6662 with the College of Alberta Psychologists and a member of the Psychologist Association of Alberta (PAA).

Denelle works with children, adolescents, and adults. She believes that everybody deserves to receive support, and that no problem is too small—or too large—to work through in therapy. Denelle is committed to creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel understood, accepted, and ready to navigate life’s challenges. She knows that every individual has the ability to create positive change in their lives.

What works for one client may not work for another. Denelle works collaboratively with each client, ensuring therapy is tailored to fit their unique needs and goals. Some of the modalities Denelle utilizes are Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy. In addition, Denelle utilizes play- and art-based techniques with her younger clients. BOOK WITH DENELLE

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Loredana Potestio is a Registered Psychologist (5432) with the College of Alberta Psychologist (CAP) and is a member of the Psychologist Association of Alberta (PAA).

She holds specialized training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Solution Focused Therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Prolonged Exposure Therapy. In addition to these techniques, Loredana has experience completing behavioural and academic assessments for schools.

Loredana began her career in psychology working for non-profit organizations; delivering workshops and working with inner city populations. She then continued on the educational path, where she taught Junior High students and Early Childhood students between the ages of 3 and 5.

After working with the school board, Loredana transitioned her career and began working for Alberta Health Services. It is with this organization that she worked with children, youth, and families. She has obtained much experience in her career working with teachers and classroom staff, ensuring that student’ developmental needs are being met.

Lastly, Loredana has also worked in private practice working with adults, couples, and children. She has facilitated both group and individual therapy sessions and workshops.

Loredana is also an approved provider for Veterans Affairs and Non Insured Health Benefits Program (NIHB).

When Loredana is not busy promoting mental health she enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She also loves to travel to new places.

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Melissa Potestio is a Registered Provisional Psychologist (P7309) with the College of Alberta Psychologists and is a member of the Psychologists’ Association of Alberta.

Melissa began her career working in the education field, teaching, and supporting students from all grade levels. For over 10 years, she taught various subjects and worked as learning coach working together with classroom teachers, multidisciplinary team members, parents, and students. In this role, Melissa worked to support the diverse needs of all students because she believes all students have the capacity to achieve their own version of success.

Melissa enjoys supporting children, adolescents, and adults in their mental health journey. She takes a trauma informed approach while acknowledging that the client is the expert in their own life and experiences. She believes in the in the importance of providing a calm and safe place to voice their experiences as she understands that starting therapy can be an overwhelming experience for many. She approaches each client through an empathetic and compassionate approach while tailoring the therapeutic interventions to the needs of the client.

She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. She holds specialized training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Solution Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Prolonged Exposure Therapy.

In her spare time, Melissa loves to travel, cook, and watch movies with her family.

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Ania Telfer is a recent Master of Counselling graduate from City University of Seattle and is awaiting her provisional registration with CAP. She is currently practicing as a mental health therapist and awaiting registration as a certified Canadian counsellor and provisionally registered psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists. Born in Tkaronto (Toronto) to Polish parents, Ania has been based in amiskwacîwâskahikan (Edmonton) since 2006. Beyond counselling, Ania is a professional artist, holds a graduate certificate in Spiritually Focused Expressive Arts from St. Stephen’s College and a BA in Communications from Concordia University in Montreal.

Ania specializes in trauma-informed, evidence-based therapy, integrating experiential, somatic, and art therapy approaches with neuroscience, attachment theory, and mindfulness. Her practice supports clients in navigating anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and emotional challenges, fostering deep healing and personal transformation.

With a strong interest in veteran populations and military trauma, Ania’s graduate research focused on moral injury in military populations and the role of art therapy in healing. She brings over two decades of arts-based learning experience and a deep understanding of research to her therapeutic work, using creative modalities to promote emotional resilience and well-being.

Ania has lived, worked, and traveled across Europe and Asia, speaks several languages, and loves learning about different cultures.

Outside of her counselling practice, she enjoys yoga, a cozy cup of tea, creating art and spending time in nature. She loves water and horses and is currently involved in training a very cute service dog.

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Director of Children Services Karen Tung is a Registered Psychologist (6235p) with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP) and is a member with the Psychologist Association of Alberta (PAA).

Karen completed her Masters of Counselling degree in 2019. During her Masters, she was an intern counsellor at The Family Centre, Pride Centre, UBUNTU and Charis Counselling.

Karen believes that everyone has the strength and tools to persevere through difficult times. Sometimes we may just need the guidance or listening ear to bring them out. She believes that humans are extremely resilient as they overcome a spectrum of difficult situations. By using a client-centered approach, Karen believes that the client is the expert of their lives. She values the importance of equality when it comes to the therapeutic alliance and healing process. She is an empathetic listener who strives on ensuring her clients feel heard, supported, and validated.

Karen has experience working with children, teens, and adults. Aside from her counselling experience, Karen is the “wellness coach” at Boys and Girls Clubs Big Brothers Big Sisters. She has been accessing mental health themes that arose due to the pandemic. She also presents and does mental health activities with children to build awareness.

Karen uses a variety of modalities to fit her client’s needs. These include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). She also enjoys using art to allow for expression. Furthermore, Karen strives on cultural competence with clients. She understands this consideration can be key to a client’s progress in therapy.

In her spare time, Karen loves to travel, watch documentaries, spend time with her family and friends and stay active by playing soccer and working out.

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