Counselling Services in Calgary
Counselling Support for Children, Teens, and Adults
Life doesn’t always feel manageable… but you don’t have to figure it out on your own!
At Embark Psychology, we provide counselling services for children, teens, and adults who are navigating anxiety, stress, emotional overwhelm, behavioural challenges, and life transitions. Our approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based strategies, while always adapting to the unique needs of each individual and family.
Whether you’re seeking support for your child, yourself, or your family, counselling can offer practical tools, clarity, and a space to feel understood. Embark on your journey today.
What We Help With
We support a wide range of concerns, including:
Anxiety (generalized, social, school-related, & other anxiety)
ADHD and attention-related challenges
Emotional regulation (big emotions, anger/frustration, meltdowns)
Behavioural concerns (oppositional behaviours, impulsivity)
Self-esteem and confidence
Stress and burnout
Perfectionism
Life transitions (school changes, family changes, developmental shifts)
Parenting support and guidance
Social difficulties and peer relationships
Our work is always tailored - no two clients or families are the same.
Our Approach to Counselling
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all therapy.
Our counselling approach integrates:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Emotion-focused strategies
Strength-based and neurodiversity-affirming perspectives
Therapeutic Play
Executive functioning and skill-building supports
Parent coaching and collaboration
We also recognize that many individuals we work with have learning differences, ADHD, or are gifted, and we tailor our approach accordingly.
For children, therapy is often interactive and may include play-based strategies or tasks, visuals, and hands-on learning. For teens and adults, sessions focus on insight, practical tools, and meaningful change.
What to Expect
You can book a free 15-minute consultation to ensure we’re a good fit
First Complete an Intake Meeting (50 minutes) for Parents/Guardians or for Adult Clients to gather background information and Collaborative goal setting
Ongoing Counselling Sessions (50 minutes each) tailored to your needs (child, teen, adult, or parent-focused).
Clear communication and practical strategies
Sessions can be in-person or virtual to suit your schedule
Low-cost/ Barrier-free counselling
We aim to make the process feel approachable, supportive, and meaningful from the very first step! Finances should never pretend you from getting help.
Approaches by Age
Children
When a child is struggling, it impacts the whole family.
We work closely with parents to:
Understand what’s driving behaviours (not just managing them)
Build effective, realistic strategies at home
Support emotional development and regulation
Reduce conflict and increase connection
Parent involvement is a key part of the process, and we ensure you feel supported every step of the way.
Teens
The teen years can be complex and overwhelming.
We help teens navigate:
Anxiety and social pressures
Academic stress and motivation
Emotional ups and downs
Identity and self-confidence
Our goal is to create a space where teens feel safe, respected, and genuinely heard while also helping them build skills they can carry forward and apply independently.
Adults
Adults often come to counselling feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward.
We support adults with:
Anxiety and overthinking
Burnout and stress management
ADHD-related challenges
Emotional regulation and coping skills
Navigating relationships and life transitions
Sessions are practical, collaborative, and focused on helping you create meaningful, sustainable change.
Our Wonderful Counselling Team
Meet Ellaina
Title: CCC-Q
Works with Ages: 12 - adulthood
My name is Ellaina, and I am passionate about supporting youth, adults, and their families on their mental health journeys! I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Linguistics and I recently completed my Master of Counselling degree. Through my experience with Kids Help Phone, I’ve gained valuable insight into the challenges people face across all stages of life. My current role as a mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Calgary has deepened my commitment to building strong, trusting relationships with children, youth, and the adults in their lives.
I believe that everyone deserves to feel heard, understood, and supported. In my work, I strive to create a safe and welcoming space where people of all ages can explore their emotions and grow. My approach is grounded in empathy, collaboration, and respect for each person and family's unique story. I also believe in the power of laughter and in making space for the full range of human emotions.
I will be joining Embark Psychology in administering test measures for assessments.
Outside of my professional life, I enjoy hiking, travelling, trying new crafts, and spending time with my partner and our dog.
Meet Alexandra
Works with Ages: 4-19
Alexandra is passionate about creating a space where children feel safe, understood, and free to be themselves. Her goal is to make counselling feel comfortable and fun, using play-based approaches alongside Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help children learn and grow in ways that feel natural to them.
Alexandra has extensive experience supporting neurodivergent children and those with more complex behavioural needs, and particularly enjoys working with anxiety and big emotions. She focuses on making feelings and skills tangible and easy to understand, helping children build confidence and feel successful in their progress.
Building a strong, trusting relationship is at the heart of her work. She also offers parent coaching and support, helping caregivers feel more confident in navigating challenges at home. In addition to counselling, she provides academic assessments to better understand each child’s unique learning needs.
Alexandra holds a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology and is currently awaiting registration with the College of Alberta Psychologists.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and their two young children.
Title: CCC-Q
Both Ellaina & Alexandra have finished their education and hours collection. They are currently waiting for our Regulatory Body to meet and approve their Registration.
While they wait in limbo, they can offer low-cost/ accessible counselling for $120 per 50 minute session under the supervision of a Registered Psychologist. Although they are very capable clinicians who can work independently, continuing to have a supervisor means that we can still direct-bill to insurance for you while they wait to be Registered.
** Prices will be adjusted once they have completed Registration, however, we will continue to offer sliding scale to those in need
Let’s Work Together
We’re Here to Help!!
Whether you have a question, want to set up a consultation, or are exploring your options, send us a message using the form and we will get in touch with you soon!
