Atsimbom is a caring personality who is naturally drawn toward assisting others. She has a bachelor’s degree in history, an MBA, a master’s degree in counselling psychology, and a doctorate degree in developmental psychology with a specialization in Child and Adolescent development. She is passionate about making sure that everyone has access to the necessary information and resources they need to look after their mental health. She believes that people are facing mental health issues, but that due to many factors, this topic is not being openly discussed.

Atsimbom has worked with several mental health organizations in Africa, Europe and the Calgary area, and is now leveraging her experience to give back to her community. Her competence in using various counselling modalities has informed her practice in counselling children, youth, adults, and couples.

“I operate using a culturally sensitive lens and understand how important faith can be to some people. I incorporate aspects of my client’s unique cultures into therapy as they request. This enables me to build rewarding, therapeutic relationships with my clients. My goal is to meet my clients where they are”, (Atsimbom).

No matter where you are on your journey or what challenges you’re facing, you are welcome here—exactly as you are. I strive to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and understood, with trust, authenticity, and cultural understanding at the core of my approach. Through curiosity, collaboration, and a touch of humour (because therapy shouldn’t feel so heavy all the time!), I aim to support you in a way that honours both who you are now and who you’re becoming.

My practice is rooted in an anti-oppressive, strengths-based, trauma-informed, and intersectional lens. I am deeply committed to working with individuals from all walks of life, with a particular passion for supporting Racialized and LGBTQIA2S+ communities. I take a holistic approach to mental wellness, recognizing the deep connection between mind, body, culture, relationships, and identity. By drawing from a range of therapeutic modalities, I tailor each session to fit your unique needs and goals.

At the heart of my work is the belief that healing happens in relationships. I take the time to truly understand your story, creating an inclusive, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, cultural identity, relationships, or other challenges, I’m here to walk alongside you.

I offer in-person and virtual therapy sessions for individuals in Calgary, Alberta. I am registered as a Counselling Therapist here in Alberta. I am also registered as a Canadian Certified Counsellor, which allows me to provide virtual therapy to clients across Canada, and as a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), I am happy to offer virtual sessions to individuals residing in Ontario.

You don’t have to go through your challenges alone. If you’re ready to take the next step, I’d be honoured to support you

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At Roadside Therapies, I’m dedicated to helping individuals reconnect with themselves and find genuine relief from trauma, anxiety, and life’s many challenges. With over 12 years of experience in mental health, I use an integrative, person-centred approach, combining traditional therapies like CBT and DBT with specialized techniques such as Brainspotting and Flash Technique. My practice is grounded in a holistic perspective, inspired by generations of natural healing traditions that prioritize meeting each client exactly where they are.

My goal is to provide a compassionate, effective therapeutic experience that helps clients find peace, self-trust, and sustainable healing. Let’s work together to navigate your unique path forward.

Hi, I’m Vanessa, a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC) with a Master’s in Counseling Psychology and over 8 years of experience supporting diverse and vulnerable populations.

My practice includes individual, family, couples, and group therapy, addressing issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, acculturation stress, and family dynamics. I provide a warm, safe, and nonjudgmental environment where everyone is welcome.

Building a strong therapeutic relationship is key to my approach, which is trauma-informed, person-centered, and culturally sensitive. I tailor treatment using evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy, adapting to your unique needs and background.

Life is unpredictable, and resilience is crucial in facing its challenges. I believe in the inherent strength within each of us and am here to guide you through a journey of empowerment, healing, and growth. If you’re ready to take the next step, let’s get started together!

Ava Marie is a Canadian Certified Counsellor who completed her Master of Counselling Psychology at
Yorkville University. She is a Black woman of Caribbean ancestry, who has made Canada her home since
the year 2010.

Her clinical approach is grounded in the principles of authenticity and compassion. Throughout her
career, Ava Marie has used these guiding values to support clients in various settings including
outpatient mental health & addiction clinics, schools both locally and internationally, acute-care
settings, and private practice.

Ava Marie has a keen interest in working with humans who feel broken or wounded emotionally,
relationally, spiritually because of experiences with addiction, substance use, culture, religion and sexual
trauma. She also understands the importance of offering treatment that is sensitive to visible and
invisible disabilities. It is her goal to provide a safe space for all clients to heal and play an active role in
their mental health treatment.

Ava Marie enjoys spending time with family and close friends, playing scrabble or watching Korean
dramas. She is raising two sons with 13 years difference between them.

She is excited to work in ABTN’s culture of genuineness, vision and clinical growth.

Whether we believe it or not, our lived experiences have created a core belief about ourselves and influences a core language we use to describe ourselves, which prevents us from being our authentic self or the desire to change. Here’s a truth, you have permission. You have the permission to change, to grow, to develop, to advocate for what you need, create new habits and, to unlearn and learn again. The beauty in the journey is you don’t have to do it alone and I’m here to journey with you.

I believe that you know your story best. Utilizing modalities such as CBT, Solution focused and Narrative therapy to support you bringing meaning to your lived experiences. I support individuals with navigating through life transitions, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, spirituality, trauma and more.

It is my desire to hold space for you in the therapeutic relationship and that you feel heard, validated, affirmed and at times challenged all in a joint effort to get you where you want to be holistically.

Are you experiencing a low moment? Are you stuck? Do you feel alone? Are your emotions and
thoughts everywhere? Do you communicate and do not feel heard? Are you looking at improving your self-esteem, parenting style, sex life, or general well-being? Are you looking at reducing stress, or treating anxiety and/or depression?

Modupe is a Canadian Certified Counselor with years of experience working with people from diverse backgrounds. As an immigrant, mother, and wife who came into Canada with children of different ages, I had to learn and relearn new ways to cope with my reality. I can relate to some of the challenges families, parents, or single parents face as newcomers in Canada.

I am well-versed in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Tree of Life Narrative (TOL) with positive and effective outcomes with clients of diverse cultural backgrounds. I can therefore help you build communication and coping skills that can enable you deal with grief, anxiety, depression, personal growth, parenting, cultural biases, conflict resolution, stress, anger management, and self-esteem issues.

I will collaborate with you using research-based techniques that fit your needs and uniqueness. I also have passion in helping women enjoy their sex life and communicate their needs clearly without feeling guilty.

I create a safe space for clients to share their thoughts, fears, and worries without any fear of being judged. Your mental health is important; hence prioritize your needs and give yourself the pampering you deserve by booking a session to see a therapist.

I personally believe that connection and the therapeutic relationship built between therapist and client is what can help us to heal and grow. My practice is based on building a genuine connection with you in order to help you become empowered to reach your goals. When working with me, you can feel confident that you will receive compassionate, caring and confidential therapy that focuses on your individual and unique needs. My desire is for you to leave therapy with a clearer internal sense of how to live based on what is most meaningful to you instead of allowing external events and people to determine that for you.

I am not a stranger to the highs and lows that happen in life. I draw from these experiences when I offer understanding and support to my clients. Asking for help can be a very terrifying decision to make, particularly when you are not sure whom to go to for help, what you need help for or do not truly believe in the process of counselling. I recognize the courage it takes to ask for help and the brave first step it is into the pursuit of personal well-being.

Professionally I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) and I hold a Masters of Arts (MA) in Counselling Psychology. I have over 15 years of experience working with marginalized populations and I have experience working with a variety of modalities such as Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic theories, and I individualize sessions to complement each client’s unique needs.

If you are struggling yourself, need to find some help or support from someone in your family or you are honestly unsure of how or where to begin, I assure you, you have come to the right place. My practice offers Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Adolescent/Teen Therapy, Support/Therapy for parents, parenting consultations, Group Therapy, Online Therapy, Therapy for the student, Workshops, Team building and Public Speaking.

Please do not hesitate to contact me for a free phone consultation where I will be able to answer any questions you have and make sure I am the right person to help you and your family.

Hello, I have been working with individuals, couples, and families for almost two decades. I am passionate about supporting individuals in need of relief from emotional pain.

I believe in the importance of open and vulnerable communication and I work very hard to help families become closer through safe conversations. It is my belief that providing support to family members individually and collectively can foster a safe, emotionally healthy, and engaging environment for all.

Clients have the option of a spiritual and/or a non-spiritual therapeutic experience. Regardless of the approach of your choosing, I will respect and meet you wherever you are.

It may sometimes feel like you are drowning in all of life’s stressors, demands and expectations, but you do not need to go through it alone. As a Registered Provisional Psychologist, I pride myself in being able to create a safe space for clients to take a deep breath, put down the heavy load and engage in a joint process to help you overcome the challenges,in a short- term solution focused manner. My approach to counselling is person-centred which means I take into consideration the client’s lived experiences, worldview and incorporate other modalities such as CBT as needed.

I am trained to work with various topics such as anxiety, depression, and self esteem.I enjoy working with couples premarital and marital to sustain healthy relationships. I have extensive experience working with immigrant and refugee clients,individuals who identify as bi/multicultural and those transitioning into new careers, lifes and relationships.

I believe in co-learning for both the clients and myself, therefore placing great emphasis on the therapeutic relationship and creating individualized experiences of counselling.

“The journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step “- Lao Tzu Let’s take that first step together.

I believe that life comes with a myriad of experiences, some of which can be painful, confusing and devastating. Sometimes we encounter situations that seem impossible to overcome. It may be difficult to confide in others for fear of judgement or loss of approval. Sometimes we find it difficult to be vulnerable because we fear that others may not understand us or that they may not be equipped to provide us with the support we need. I believe that we do not have to accept that painful experiences and regretful choices of the past define us and our future. I believe that therapy can help us find the clarity and insight that is needed to obtain a better understanding of ourselves and our experiences as well as heal us. I believe that the first stage of healing begins with that first call to seek therapy.

I draw upon several theoretical orientations, the primary ones being Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, Transactional Analysis Therapy (TAT), Gestalt Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. I am also trained in EMDR Therapy, a therapy that has been found to be effective for trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). These approaches are grounded in research and have been found to be effective in creating positive results in therapy.

I take the time to listen and understand my clients and their experiences and formulate a treatment plan that works best and is specific to their unique needs as individuals. I ensure that I remain up-to-date with new and current research so that my clients have access to the best treatments to ensure and maintain high standards of service for my clients. I provide individual counselling in a wide variety of areas which include but are not limited to depression, anxiety, trauma, life crisis, abuse, grief. I also support adult survivors of adverse childhood experiences and suicide loss survivors.