Grief Therapists in Alberta

Living with a new diagnosis or chronic illness? Feeling burnt out as a caregiver? I am a social worker with over 7 years of experience supporting families through chronic illness, health advocacy, and the grief that can accompany living with a life altering diagnosis. You deserve to have quality of life and feel heard. Let me be a cheerleader in your corner to help you navigate the rollercoaster.

My extensive life experiences, challenges, and evolution have guided me here, into the helping profession. I grew up on a small cattle farm in central Alberta. Before my college years I participated in a farm exchange to Denmark, where I still have family connections. I began my career as a substitute teacher for many years before having children of my own. I was fortunate to stay at home with m…

Charis Counselling Corporation was founded in 2014 by Registered Psychologist, Susan Grinder. Susan has extensive experience working in schools and social work agencies in both Saskatchewan and Alberta. She specializes in assisting those who struggle with anxiety, bullying, depression, divorce, anger management, traumatic events, grief recovery, and social/relationship problems. Prior to receiv...

Life can feel like a wave that pulls you away from yourself. It’s easy to feel stuck and overwhelmed. You might notice that you're going through the motions, but something is missing. This pain can stem be a stressful life, unresolved trauma, or the sheer pace of modern life. You are not alone and there is a way out. I can help you rediscover a sense of clarity, authenticity, and balance.

Finding a therapist can be such an intimidating and daunting process so I’m glad you’re here! Therapy can be a useful tool in processing life events, learning new skills and information, and becoming more self aware. We can work together to understand what you’re struggling with, the patterns that keep repeating themselves, and the strengths you have within yourself already. I strive to create a …

Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life’s more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or any other issue, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow. You might be initially hesitant to...

The process of counselling may seem overwhelming, but it does not have to be! It is as simple as taking the next step towards discovering a better version of yourself. I am here to walk the rest of the journey alongside you. If you are coping with anxiety, depression, panic attacks, trying to adjust to changes in your life, or dealing with loss or trauma, I can support you to find your center. Us…

Thank you for considering the opportunity for us to work together. I am a Registered Psychologist in BC and Alberta. I specialize in counselling for loss, grief, and bereavement. Particular areas of focus are: death and dying, MAID, traumatic grief, suicide bereavement, perinatal loss, pet loss, anticipatory grief, nonfinite loss, life transitions, caregiver support, and ecological grief. Grief …

Offering evening and weekend appointments in Calgary and Okotoks. In life the path we’re on can become complicated, and what we once thought we wanted may no longer be serving us. Or perhaps we were once engaged in old patterns and now have no idea who we are or what we want in life. I’m passionate about supporting folks who are experiencing anxiety, suicidal ideations, and/or are going through l…

Tamara Hathaway is a registered Psychologist, in good standing with the College of Psychologists, and the Canadian Association for Child and Play Therapy. Tamara received her Master of Science in Marital and Family Therapy from Loma Linda University and training in Play Therapy through Rocky Mountain Play Therapy Institute. Tamara took her addiction training at Betty Ford Clinic and her work with…