Edmonton-based psychologist for professionals, first responders, and parents experiencing OCD, anxiety, and phobias.
Our approach
Located in the heart of Edmonton, Alberta, we offer specialized therapy to first responders, parents, and high-pressure professionals experiencing Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), phobias, and anxiety.
Woven within our process is an understanding of the unique pressures that come with the demands of high-demand careers and parenting.
We provide evidence-based therapy that is grounded, pragmatic, and effective. We tackle fear and anxiety candidly and gently, value truth over comfort, and even appreciate a touch of dark humour when appropriate.
Our Services
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We specialize in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Those who seek treatment for OCD typically experience the following:
Intrusive thoughts that are bizarre, unwanted, and/or frightening (obsessions) followed by a behaviour to “neutralize” these thoughts (compulsions)
Excessive, difficult to control doubt and “what ifs”
An overwhelming need for “certainty” and/or “exactness”
Overwhelming feelings of disgust
Even if your concerns don’t meet formal diagnostic criteria, therapy can help you navigate intrusive thoughts and compulsions.
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Anxiety and phobias are generally experienced as overwhelming, difficult to control, and disruptive of everyday life. Those who seek treatment at our clinic often seek support with the following:
Rumination and difficult-to-control worry about specific or multiple things
Medical, blood, or needle phobias
Social anxiety
Health anxiety
Phobia related to giving birth, becoming pregnant
Therapy involves gradual support as you learn to overcome your fears.
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First Responders (i.e. those in EMS, police, fire, and/or emergency dispatchers) are subjected to daily, high-stakes situations for a living. A side-effect of these roles is increased risk of anxiety and post-traumatic stress. We support first responders with navigating:
Stress and trauma that accompany difficult calls
Intrusive thoughts about past work-related experiences, or relentless “what ifs” about safety and competency
Moral injury and systemic issues
We also offer maintenance support for first responders who want to pre-emptively cultivate resilience for the work
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We have lived experience with - and an appreciation of - the culture that comes with high-pressure, high responsibility roles. Professionals typically seen at our clinic include:
Nurses, Veterinary staff, Physicians, and other healthcare professionals
Lawyers
Corporate Executives
Academics and Researchers
Public officials
Therapeutic support can help you navigate anxiety and build professional confidence.
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Parenting is emotionally intense and complex, particularly for very new parents. Many people also experience extreme fear of giving birth despite wanting children. If you’re a parent or a parent-to-be, you may experience the following:
Constant fear of something happening to your child
Worrying you’re not doing enough or “messing up”
Intrusive thoughts about accidents, harm, or safety
Extreme fear of getting pregnant or giving birth
Therapy can help you regain the confidence to navigate these thoughts and parent from a place of confidence instead of fear.
We offer complimentary phone consultations to see if we’re a good fit. Click the contact button to get started.
Or, learn more about us by touring our clinic below!
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Our logo features an inkblot-style oak branch, inspired by the Rorschach Inkblot Test of the 1920s. The Rorschach test explored how people interpret ambiguous images; A reminder that meaning often depends on perspective.
The oak tree symbolizes strength and wisdom, qualities we strive to cultivate in our work. Together, they reflect our mission: helping people face uncertainty and fear with courage, resilience, and curiosity.