Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Therapists in Okotoks, AB
Emma Laughlan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I work with children (10+), teens, and adults who feel anxious, overwhelmed, or exhausted by the pressure to get everything “right.” You may be stuck in overthinking, people‑pleasing, panic symptoms, health anxiety, or relationship patterns that leave you doubting yourself. On the outside, you might appear high‑achieving and capable. Inside, you feel tense, self‑critical, or never quite enough.
Paige Abbott
Registered Psychologist
Paige specializes in addiction recovery and individual relationship support-her specialties for over 15 years. Sana Psychological is a small team of therapists also led by Paige Abbott. We provide modern, evidence-based in person and virtual therapy services in Calgary and Alberta. We offer support for addiction, OCD, anxiety, trauma, depression, ADHD, relationships, youth, kids and more.
Obi Ebelechukwu Ruth
Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling-Provisional
You can call me Obi, I am a Master Practitioner In Clinical Counselling-Provisional with experience supporting individuals navigating trauma, grief, identity development, and life transitions. I believe in the strength a person possesses and I look forward to harnessing it. My work is grounded in creating a safe, steady space where clients feel seen and respected. I value ethical practice, cultur…
Candice Ebert
Registered Social Worker
Compassionate, client-centred counsellor supporting individuals through anxiety, trauma, emotional regulation challenges, self-worth concerns, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm. I prioritize emotional safety and provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space that blends practical coping strategies with self-awareness to foster resilience, confidence, and lasting change.
Journey Psychology
Compassionate, evidence-based care for your mental health journey
At Journey Psychology, we provide a safe and supportive space for individuals, couples, and families to explore challenges and build resilience. Our team of experienced therapists offers evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique needs, helping you move toward healing, growth, and balance.
Maya Awad
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), ADHD-SP, HBSc (she, her)
Accepting NEW clients - Are you feeling overwhelmed or like you’re carrying a lot on your own? Feel like you're doing everything you’re “supposed to do,” but something still doesn’t feel right? Have a desire to better understand your thoughts, emotions, or patterns, work on building confidence or self-esteem, or find support for your relationship?
Erin Ibrahim
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA
Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, relationship stress, self-esteem struggles, or just feeling stuck, we can work through it together. Pulling from a variety of frameworks to instead suit your unique needs instead of making it feel one-size-fits-all, I have interest in anxiety, depression, relationships, attachment, neurodiversity, and self-esteem. I look forward to connecting!
Josephine Enechukwu
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Josephine supports children, teens, adults, couples, and families through life transitions, anxiety, relationship challenges, and burnout. Grounded in attachment and trauma-informed care, she combines emotionally focused, narrative, and CBT approaches to help clients feel understood, strengthen connections, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Shadan Mosavat
Clinical Counsellor, M.A, CCC.
I work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and ADHD to help them understand and embrace the parts of themselves that are often hidden beneath these labels. I also support parents in discovering their most authentic and confident parenting style, free from the pressure of societal myths and expectations.
Sawyer Hick
Therapist
Life often consists of many challenges, but you don't have to face them alone! I am here to walk along side you on your journey as you rediscover your inner light and gain a better sense of who you are, what matters most in your life, and how to get back on the path towards increased mental health and wellness.
Jordyn Pakkala
Registered Provisional Psychologist
I believe in establishing a supportive, compassionate and safe space for clients to explore both positive and negative emotions. I believe in the foundation of human connection between a therapist and their client as well as collaboration with therapeutic healing and achievable goals to guide and encourage success.
Mackenzie Fournier
Registered Psychotherapist
Hi, I’m Mackenzie! I’m a Psychotherapist who loves keeping therapy real, down-to-earth, and practical. I help people untangle patterns around anxiety, food, and self-trust using tools grounded in science. In sessions, I bring my authentic self—you can expect a mix of support, guidance, and maybe a little humour when it feels right—so we can tackle challenges together without the extra pressure.
Chantelle Vaz
Registered Psychotherapist
I offer a warm and collaborative space where you can explore your experiences with curiosity and care. My approach is rooted in empathy and authenticity, supporting you in understanding your story, building self-compassion, and creating meaningful change. I draw from narrative, attachment, and emotion-focused therapies to meet your unique needs.
Betrayal Trauma & Grief Counsellor
Registered Provisional Psychologist
I help individuals and couples across Alberta heal from betrayal, infidelity, grief, and relational trauma. If you’re feeling emotionally unsafe, disconnected, or stuck in painful cycles, I offer structured, compassionate, trauma informed therapy to restore trust, rebuild connection, and strengthen emotional resilience. I offer in-person sessions in Calgary and virtual session across Alberta.
Eleni Anagnosti
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, HBA, BA
My approach is compassionate, culturally attuned, and collaborative. I draw from CBT, strengths-based, solution-focused, and trauma-informed approaches to support ADHD, anxiety, depression, burnout, grief, life transitions, and relationship patterns. Together, we focus on building practical tools, emotional balance, and a stronger sense of self-trust.
Annie Szalkai
Registered Psychotherapist
I work with adults from diverse backgrounds, supporting those navigating anxiety, stress, and self-esteem challenges. My approach is client-centred and integrative, drawing from CBT, ACT, EFIT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and more to meet each person’s unique needs.
Kate MacDonald
Registered Psychologist
Get relief from anxiety, burnout, and perfectionism—without losing your edge. Virtual therapy in Alberta, Canada
Mely Sio
Registered Provisional Psychology & Canadian Certified Counsellor
You may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck—within yourself or in your relationships. Ongoing conflict, family stress, or carrying emotional burdens alone can feel exhausting. You’re seeking relief, clarity, and balance, whether through stronger communication, deeper connection, or a better understanding of yourself and your patterns during life or relationship transitions.
The Mental Health Clinic
Counselling Therapist | Canadian Certified Counsellor | Registered Social Worker
Too many people have worked with therapists who feel distant, rushed, or disconnected. At The Mental Health Clinic, we do things differently. Our therapists are carefully chosen for both their experience and their genuine passion for helping others. With online counselling across Alberta, we’re here to make sure you feel supported, understood, and cared for every step of the way.
Mackenzie Howard
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I provide psychotherapy to adults across Ontario who are navigating concerns such as anxiety, stress, burnout, perfectionism, relationship concerns, self-esteem, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative and individualized, with sessions focused on understanding your experiences and working toward goals that are meaningful to you.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
What is Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)?
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) was developed by Dr. Sue Johnson and is grounded in attachment theory — the understanding that human beings have a fundamental need for close emotional bonds. EFT helps clients identify and change the negative emotional and interactional patterns that block secure connection, replacing them with more open, vulnerable, and responsive ways of relating. It is used for couples, individuals, and families, each with a specific EFT model.
What does EFT treat?
EFT for couples (EFT-C) is one of the best-researched couple interventions, with studies showing 70–75% of couples moving from distress to recovery. Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) addresses depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and attachment-related concerns in individual clients. EFT with families helps address conflict and disconnection between parents and children. All applications focus on deepening emotional experience and reshaping attachment patterns.
What does an EFT session feel like?
EFT sessions are emotionally focused and relational — the therapist pays close attention to emotional signals and helps you slow down and go deeper into feelings that are often glossed over. You may be guided to notice and articulate a deeper, more vulnerable layer of feeling beneath reactive emotions like anger or withdrawal. The pace is gentle but deep, and sessions often feel different from more cognitive or skill-based therapy — more about feeling than thinking.
Is EFT only for couples?
EFT is well-known primarily as a couples therapy, but the model has been extended to individuals (EFIT) and families (EFFT). EFIT is increasingly used for individuals dealing with trauma, depression, anxiety, and relational wounds. EFFT addresses parent-child attachment and is used when adolescents and their parents are struggling with disconnection. An EFT-trained therapist can apply the approach in individual, couple, or family formats depending on your needs.
How long does EFT therapy take?
EFT for couples typically involves 8–20 sessions, depending on the severity of distress and the complexity of the issues. Individual EFT may be shorter or longer depending on the presenting concerns. EFT is generally considered a moderately long-term approach — it goes deeper than symptom-focused work and prioritizes lasting change in attachment patterns rather than quick skill acquisition. The depth of the work is what produces its strong and durable outcomes.