Counselling in Calgary

Feeling better starts here.

Have you struggled to find your place in life, or do you feel overwhelmed by life’s challenges? You are not alone.

Life’s journey consists of many roadblocks, dead ends, and road closures. These often result in a detour on a route you were not mentally or emotionally prepared for. Such unexpected changes place significant stress on your life. This can leave you feeling lethargic, isolated, and reduce your overall well-being. There are things you can do right now. Feeling better starts here!

Mental health is health! It is an important part of every stage of our life because it affects every aspect of our life. Increasingly, mental health has been acknowledged as a critical part of life that is dangerous to ignore.

Therapy is no longer seen as an intervention only for those severely compromised; it is also helpful for navigating the normal seasonal stressors of life.

At Bayridge we have found that no one therapeutic approach fits all. Each person is unique and their story is their own, so our approach adapts to everyone’s distinctive situation. That is why we take an integrated approach: person-centered therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy, integrated with family systems, anxiety, trauma, and other therapeutic interventions. This flexibility lets your therapist understand and customize a treatment that fits your personal needs and goals while staying sensitive to any cultural diversities, fears, or concerns about therapy you may have.

Issues are real and must be faced. And we can do this together.

In approaching any problem, you must first be honest enough with yourself to acknowledge and name it. It is OK to not be OK! Now action is required. Be proactive and courageous enough to reach out for help. That is why we are here.

The fact that you are reading this tells me you know there are issues to solve, and that you value yourself enough to search out great help. I am glad you found us! Reaching out can be scary, but that feeling starts to dissipate when you speak with one of our Intake Specialists. People reach out to us every week about the same kinds of issues you are wrestling with right now. You are not alone. And you are important.

What to expect from counselling in Calgary

You will find that getting help and feeling better at Bayridge is convenient, confidential, and personable.

Confidentiality

We work hard for your trust. We practise on an encrypted therapeutic network, which provides a direct connection between you and your therapist: a safe online environment that goes well beyond a standard video call. Scheduling, payment, and communication with your therapist are easy and available around the clock.

For online therapy to work well, you need a computer with a camera and reliable high-speed internet. That’s it!

What Will the Process Be?

Step One

It all starts with a phone call or email to your personal Intake Specialist, who will be quick to respond, listen carefully to understand your needs, and match you with a therapist. Of course, if there is a therapist on the website you feel would be a great fit for you, your Intake Specialist will be happy to set up your introduction.

Step Two

The first appointment is held online to get to know one another. When you meet your therapist, make sure you are completely comfortable and happy with them as your therapist. It is all about you.

Step Three

Your therapist will design a treatment plan that directly addresses your issues and needs, and will travel alongside you every step of the way.

Step Four

The goal is to feel better. With new skills, tools, and perspective, you settle into your new normal.